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1. Belfast is the largest city in Northern Ireland. On what river is it situated? River Erne River Bann River Lagan River Foyle

2. In 1912, the Titanic sailed on her maiden voyage from Southampton, after being built at Harland and Wolff Shipyard in Belfast. Two cranes from this shipyard dominate the Belfast skyline; what are their names? David & Goliath Titanic & Olympic Samson & Delilah Samson & Goliath

3. The Northern Ireland Assembly was suspended in 2002 by Secretary of State, John Reid. After fresh elections and political agreement, it is due to function again after 8 May 2007. What is the name of the building in which the Assembly meets? Belfast City Hall Hillsborough Castle Belfast Castle Stormont

4. Two towns were awarded city status in Northern Ireland to mark the Queen's Golden Jubilee in 2002. What towns were they? Lisburn & Newry Ballymena & Newry Ballymena & Lisburn Craigavon & Ballymena

5. The Giant's Causeway is a famous landmark of Northern Ireland. Which igneous rock formed it? Granite Bassalt Limestone Slate

6. Near the Giant's Causeway is a town on the River Bush. This town contains what is claimed to be the world's oldest whiskey distillery. What is it? Glenlivet Portrush Chivas Regal Bushmills

7. Northern Ireland contains six counties. Which is the only county not to touch Lough Neagh? Down Londonderry Armagh Fermanagh

8. What is the highest peak of Northern Ireland? Slieve Donard Slieve Binnian Sawel Slieve Croob

9. What is the name given to a former prison in Northern Ireland, the proposed site for a national stadium, museum and agricultural showgrounds? Maghaberry Spiral Magilligan Maze

10. Finally, in which city would I stand on the Craigavon Bridge on the River Foyle, walk along the historic walls and visit Guildhall? Londonderry Belfast Craigavon Armagh