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Fun Trivia: N : Nova Scotia

Special Sub-Topic: Cape Breton


What beach is known as Round Lake?

    Dalem's Lake. Dalem's Lake, or Round Lake as most people call it, got its nickname because of its shape. The beach is surrounded by woods and there is a path that will take you all the way around the lake.

What famous hockey player (in the NHL) comes from Inverness, Cape Breton?
    Al MacInnis. In the 1981 entry draft he was the Calgary Flames' first choice, and 15th choice overall.

Which of the following is false about Cape Breton?
    It's part of New Brunswick. Cape Breton is near New Brunswick, but is part of Nova Scotia, although they are talking about making Cape Breton a province by itself.

True or False. Sydney and North Sydney are the only two cities in Cape Breton.
    f. Sydney is actually the only city in Cape Breton.

This body of water is northwest of Cape Breton. Fill in the blank. ---- of St. Lawrence.
    Gulf. .

To get from Bras d'Or to Ingonish you have to go over how many mountains?
    2. You have to go over Kelly's Mountain and Smokey's Mountain.

Why is Cape Breton called Cape Breton?
    Because it has a cape. It has a cape, which is a section of land surrounded by water except for on one side. It is probably named after Cap Breton in the south of France.

What popular tourist attraction can be seen in the background on the movie "Squanto"?
    The Fortress of Louisbourg. Going into the Fortress is like stepping into 1744. The British demolished the walls surrounding the fortress, but it was rebuilt in 1961.

Margaree Valley is located where?
    South of Cheticamp. Margaree comes from the French name Margaruite. The person it was named after must have been very important because there are several rivers, a valley, and a harbour named after her.

Where is Cape Breton's only information center located?
    Port Hastings. If you're coming from the mainland into Cape Breton, Port Hastings is the first town you come to.


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