How Well Do You Know Newcastle upon Tyne?

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Sources

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newcastle_upon_Tyne

https://libguides.ncl.ac.uk/c.php?g=130223&p=851119

https://passionsandplaces.com/newcastle-foods/

https://www.newcastle.gov.uk/our-city/history-and-heritage

Newcastle upon Tyne, known as the heart of Northeast England, is rich with history, culture, and bustling urban life. Test your knowledge about this dynamic city, from its iconic landmarks to its famous residents and storied past!

1. What year was the Newcastle Castle completed?

1168

1046

1120

1080

2. Which famous river flows through Newcastle?

River Wear

River Severn

River Trent

River Tyne

3. What is the name of the bridge that connects Newcastle and Gateshead?

Swing Bridge

Redheugh Bridge

High Level Bridge

Tyne Bridge

4. Who founded Newcastle United Football Club?

Herbert Chapman

Stan Seymour

Bob Paisley

Jack Walker

5. What is the local name for people from Newcastle?

Scouser

Geordie

Mancunian

Brummie

6. Which famous university is located in Newcastle?

Northumbria University

University of Sunderland

Newcastle University

Teesside University

7. What was Newcastle's main export during the Industrial Revolution?

Locomotives

Coal

Textiles

Steel

8. Which historic fortress gives Newcastle its name?

Newcastle Castle

Alnwick Castle

Bamburgh Castle

Warkworth Castle

9. Who designed the iconic Tyne Bridge?

Mott, Hay, and Anderson

John Dobson

George Stephenson

Ove Arup

10. Which annual cultural event is Newcastle famous for?

Newcastle International Film Festival

Newcastle Science Festival

The Hoppings

Mouth of the Tyne Festival

11. What is the name of the famous shopping street in Newcastle?

Grainger Street

Northumberland Street

Dean Street

Grey Street

12. What was the original Roman name for Newcastle?

Londinium

Aquae Sulis

Pons Aelius

Eboracum

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