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How well do you really know Bristol? Put your local knowledge to the test in SoBristol’s first quiz.
How well do you really know Bristol?
Put your local knowledge to the test and find out exactly how well you know Bristol in SoBristol's first pop quiz.
What is the Roman name for the City of Bristol?
Aquae Sulis
Dubris
Brycgstow
Bannaventa
And what does Brycgstow translate to in English?
The place at the bridge
The place with the river
The bridge over the river
Watery places
How many cathedrals are there in Bristol?
0
1
2
3
Which Italian explorer was this tower named after?
John Cabot
Christopher Columbus
Sebastiano Caboto
Marco Polo
Which famous engineer designed the Clifton Suspension Bridge?
Isambard Kingdom Brunel
William Henry Barlow
John Hawkshaw
James Bunstone Bunning
Which of these festivals does NOT take place in Bristol?
Grillstock Festival
Livestock Festival
Foodies Festival
Ska and Mod Festival
Where is the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta held?
Blaise Castle
Bristol Harbourside
The Downs
Ashton Court
When did the University of Bristol recieve its royal charter?
1809
1849
1909
1949
And what is its motto?
Vim promovet insitam
In animo et veritate
Generatim discite cultus
Lucem sequimur
Which world famous animation studio is based in Bristol?
Nickelodeon Animation
Imagination Studios
Sun & Moon Studios
Aardman Animations
Which comedian is NOT from Bristol?
Russell Howard
Stephen Merchant
Lee Evans
Josh Widdicombe
What is Bristol City Football Club's nickname?
The Robins
The Swans
The Reds
The Lions
Which river runs through Bristol?
Avon
Severn
Thames
Trent
What was the average population of Bristol in 2015?
250,000
400,000
450,000
550,000
When did Bristol recieve its royal charter?
1105
1115
1151
1155
Which of these Banksys is NOT in Bristol?
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How many Shaun the Sheeps were featured in the citywide trail in 2015?
90
100
120
150
Which of these was NOT filmed in Bristol?
Sherlock
Dr. Who
Only Fools and Horses
This is England '90
What rare species hatched in Bristol Zoo in 2016?
Giant Flightless Darkling Beetle
Lord Howe Stick Insect
Barberry Carpet Moth
Tahoe Stonefly
Local loser
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South west wannabe
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Bristolian in the making
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SoBristol and marvel at all the city has to offer.
Bristol braniac
Congratulations! You're a true Bristolian and you know your stuff. You could definitely impress your mates at the pub with your local trivia. It's almost like you work for
SoBristol... almost.
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Friday 11 March 2016
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