geography Trivia Quiz # 6
This is Geography Quiz # 6, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Geography Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Geography Question 1
New Brunswick - French is the only official language spoken by the people of New Brunswick.
The correct answer is 'false'
New Brunswick is Canada's only official bilingual province. Both English and French are spoken here.
Geography Question 2
Reasons Behind City Nicknames - In Ireland there is a town called Limerick. It has been mentioned as the "stab city" How did it get that gruesome name do you think? (Think "sharply")
The correct answer is 'Because of the high level of assaults on people with knives'
Stabbing incidents in Limerick are actually limited to a number of families living in Southhill and their eye for an eye policy dates back to the 70's. It is recorded however that stabbings already occurred in the depression years (1930 - 1940). Weapon at the scene of these crimes were usually knives (cheaper and easier to find and carry). Pitchforks and crossbows have supposedly been used as well. Anyhow, the image stuck and gave the city an complex and the name still lingers on.
The Gaelic name is Luimneach" (pronounced Lim-nach). Luim can mean bare, dull or grey. Not a happy place indeed, but to start stabbing?
The Gaelic name is Luimneach" (pronounced Lim-nach). Luim can mean bare, dull or grey. Not a happy place indeed, but to start stabbing?
Geography Question 3
The City of Calgary - What is a nickname that Calgary is commonly known by?
The correct answer is 'Cowtown'
Calgary is known as Cowtown for its rich history in farming and agriculture. It also hosts the Calgary Stampede every July, which is a major tourist attraction!
Geography Question 4
Getting Around San Francisco - Which pier is known as the Fishing Pier?
The correct answer is '7'
Pier 7 is down the road from the world-famous Pier 39, a popular tourist attraction boasting fine cuisine, a variety of shops, and many entertainment selections.
Geography Question 5
Vancouver highway routes, etc.. - What is the name of the Fraser River Crossing at Fort Langley?
The correct answer is 'Albion Ferry'
The Albion Ferry takes about 5 minutes to ride across the Fraser River. It usually has hours and hours of line ups in the summer season.
Geography Question 6
Nearly Ultimate New York 2 - The JP Morgan Bank was bombed by terrorists in what year?
The correct answer is '1920'
In September of 1920, in the middle of a work day, a horse-drawn cart filled with explosives and sash weights exploded in front of the Morgan Bank. More than 20 people were killed. The bank was back to work the next morning. You can still see the gouges that were left in the main entrance on Wall Street.
Geography Question 7
Going to Kansas City - Which infamous gangster was involved in the Kansas City Massacre at Union Station?
The correct answer is 'Pretty Boy Floyd'
On June 7, 1933, Charles "Pretty Boy" Floyd and his gang gunned down four federal officers who were transporting their friend, Frank Nash, to Leavenworth Prison. Nash was also killed. Interestingly, there are still bullet scars at the front entrance of Union Station, a grand building which opened in 1914 and is still active today.
Geography Question 8
Virginia - True or False? Virginia has been dubbed the 'Internet Capital of the world'.
The correct answer is 'True'
Geography Question 9
Getting Around Orange County and Long Beach - We head south on Highway 39 until we reach Highway 22, named after this city that we are on the border of. It is host to the Strawberry Festival and is also the home of the Crystal Cathedral. What city are we in now?
The correct answer is 'Garden Grove'
The city of Garden Grove, with a population of over 169,000 in 17.8 square miles, is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the county. It has four major cultural festivals a year celebrating the Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, and American cultures. The city is home to the world famous Crystal Cathedral and 67 schools, ranging from elementary to college, living up to it's motto, "The City of Youth and Ambition."
Geography Question 10
Idaho--The Gem State - What is the state flower?
The correct answer is 'White syringa'
The beautiful white syringa is also called mock orange. Its shrub has short, leafy branches with clusters of white blossoms with four petals. It was made the state flower in 1931.