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Quiz about Not All Parks Have a Swing
Quiz about Not All Parks Have a Swing

Not All Parks Have a Swing Trivia Quiz


Swings has been used as entertainment for centuries. The are often found in parks of many kinds. Here are ten questions about ten of the world's most famous amusements parks; some have swings, some do not.

A multiple-choice quiz by dcpddc478. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
dcpddc478
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
349,951
Updated
Dec 25 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
466
Last 3 plays: PurpleComet (7/10), Guest 2 (10/10), Guest 108 (9/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. Sanrio Puroland is a large theme park which features characters from "Hello Kitty" and is located in which of the following countries? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. What is the name of the wonderful 330 acre (130 ha) amusement park in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, that claims to be the most popular theme park in Canada? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Opened in 1843, which of the following is a world renowned amusement park located in Copenhagen, Denmark? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Dickens World, amusement park in Chatham Dockyard, England is home to which of the following rides? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Snowflakeland is a wonderful amusement park that is found in Terra Australis, the capital city of Antarctica.


Question 6 of 10
6. Which one of the following options includes a zoo, two ice skating rinks, a wildlife sanctuary as well as 21 playground each complete with multiple swing-sets? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Located in Paris, Vauxhall Gardens is the largest as well as the oldest amusement park in Europe.


Question 8 of 10
8. Located in Pigeon Forge Tennessee, which of the following attractions is the largest employer in the community? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. To which country would I have to travel if I wanted to visit Europa-Park, the third largest theme park in Europe? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What is the most unusual feature of the park known as "Ghost Town in the Sky"? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Sanrio Puroland is a large theme park which features characters from "Hello Kitty" and is located in which of the following countries?

Answer: Japan

Sanrio Puroland is a very popular theme park located in Tokyo, Japan. Some of the features of this park are the Marchen Theater and the Entertainment Hall. the park features many characters from Japanese cartoons including Kitty House which features the characters from the popular "Hello Kitty" cartoon.

There is a boat ride, a tree house, and many places to eat. This wonderful park does not feature swings.
2. What is the name of the wonderful 330 acre (130 ha) amusement park in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, that claims to be the most popular theme park in Canada?

Answer: Canada's Wonderland

Canada;s Wonderland is a fantastic amusement park that truly deserves its name. Home to numerous rides, including some that are vaguely swing-like, numerous music festivals and a medieval faire. It also contains a large park made just for children that might be best described as a playground on steroids complete with a swing-type ride.

This park originally opened in 1979 and its yearly season varies according to the local weather. If you are ever in Canada, it makes for a wonderful day-trip.
3. Opened in 1843, which of the following is a world renowned amusement park located in Copenhagen, Denmark?

Answer: Tivoli Gardens

Tivoli Gardens is one of the most popular amusement parks in Europe. It is home to the Rutschebanen, one of the world's oldest operating wooden roller coasters. It also houses the high altitude swing-like ride known as "The Star Flyer". A ride on this swinging carousel provides you with a panoramic view of the city. Ballet, opera, and boat rides are also available.

This is a land of make-believe that can be visited over and over again.
4. Dickens World, amusement park in Chatham Dockyard, England is home to which of the following rides?

Answer: Haunted House of Ebenezer Scrooge

Dickens World, as the name implies, is an amusement park that honors the writing and creative genius of Charles Dickens. This wonderful park is home to the Haunted House of Ebenezer Scrooge, the Great Expectations log flume, as well as a pirate themed bar and employees decked out in true Victorian fashion.

While there may not be any swings, there is a lot to do at this unique family park.
5. Snowflakeland is a wonderful amusement park that is found in Terra Australis, the capital city of Antarctica.

Answer: False

There are no amusement parks with or without swings on this continent, nor does it have a capital city. The term Terra Australis is an antiquated term for Antarctica that was coined in 1820 by a Russian expedition that claimed to have discovered the continent.
6. Which one of the following options includes a zoo, two ice skating rinks, a wildlife sanctuary as well as 21 playground each complete with multiple swing-sets?

Answer: Central Park in Manhattan

There are so many things to see and do at Central Park in Manhattan that you can see something new everyday. Besides the attractions listed, there are marionette shows, a beautiful 60 year old carousel, rock outcroppings for rock climbers and much, much more. First opened in 1857, this is a multi-purpose park with a huge variety of things to do and see...including swings!
7. Located in Paris, Vauxhall Gardens is the largest as well as the oldest amusement park in Europe.

Answer: False

Vaxhall Gardens was a public garden located in London from approx. 1650-1850. This beautifully manicured garden was home concerts, hot air balloon rides, and the occasional small circus. War reenactments and tightrope walkers could also be seen. As lovely as Vauxhall Gardens was, it was never the largest amusement park in Europe and the oldest amusement park still in operation is located in Denmark and was opened in 1583.

This was not the only public garden to offer rides and other enjoyments for the public, others included the Ranelagh Gardens in London, the Cremorne Gardens, in Chelsea, and Cuklper's Gardens in Lambeth.
8. Located in Pigeon Forge Tennessee, which of the following attractions is the largest employer in the community?

Answer: Dollywood

Dollywood is a very varied amusement park. It contains thrill rides, arts and crafts, music, and also has an adjacent water park called Dollywood's Splash Country. By opening this park, country music singer Dolly Parton lifted the economy of this area to highs that were desperately needed. It also provided jobs in an area of chronic high unemployment.
9. To which country would I have to travel if I wanted to visit Europa-Park, the third largest theme park in Europe?

Answer: Germany

Located in Rust, Germany, Europa-Park receives over four million visitors a year. The park opens around Lent, weather permitting, and stays open until November. There are 15 different areas of the park, each named after a European country or region. This park is home to many roller-coasters and other carnival type rides.

It also has ice skating shows, acrobatics shows, parades and street artists. There is so much to do here, you will never miss the swings!
10. What is the most unusual feature of the park known as "Ghost Town in the Sky"?

Answer: It is located on top of a mountain

"Ghost Town in the Sky" is a unique amusement park located on the top of a mountain in Maggie Valley,North Carolina. It is accessible by a long chair lift or an funicular railway. This Wild-West themed park is near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

While there are no swings, there is an hourly gunfight in the streets, roller coaster and other carnival rides, musical acts, and a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside.
Source: Author dcpddc478

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