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Quiz about C is for Castle
Quiz about C is for Castle

"C" is for Castle Trivia Quiz


You may think castles only belong in fairy tales, but there are many other places to find them. Don't be misled: this quiz is not for kids, although you may have to ask your Fairy Godmother for some help.

A multiple-choice quiz by Grad56. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
Grad56
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
324,535
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
547
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Question 1 of 10
1. "A man's home is his castle" is an age-old expression, which proclaims the right of privacy and a man's right to protect him home and possessions. This is the basis for one US Constitutional Amendment. Which one guarantees this right? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. This castle is found in the Bavarian Alps near Munich. It was originally built for Ludwig II of Bavaria. Its name means "New Swan Stone Castle". Can you name it? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Cinderella's castle has been in our hearts since childhood. Beginning with the familiar book and eventually the animated film version, most of us can identify this towering structure. Where is a modern replica of Cinderella's castle found? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Before the "Big Mac" and the "Thickburger" were household words, another company was blazing the trail in the fast food industry. Some of you may be familiar with their product called the "Belly Bomber". What fast-food restaurant am I thinking of?

Answer: (Two words)
Question 5 of 10
5. This is the world's largest inhabited castle and it is the official home of the reigning British monarch. Surely you know this one. Which is it? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. In the Lazio district of Italy, Castel Gandolfo overlooks the Lake of Albano, far removed from the hustle and bustle of Rome, just 15 miles away. Why is this castle famous? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. This Gothic-style castle is reported to be the most haunted castle in Ireland. Located in Tullamore, tradition says that it was built above an ancient Druid burial ground. What castle are we talking about? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. The husband and wife dance team of Vernon and Irene Castle were a popular duo in the 1900s. Besides performing, they created and introduced many new dance steps that became staples. Name one of the new dances they introduced. Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. In 2001, Robert Redford starred in one of his lesser known movies. If you are a Redford fan, you probably saw it anyway. This movie concerns a war hero, who is captured and sent to a military prison. When he discovers the warden is not adhering to the rules, he rallies his fellow inmates to riot and overthrow the prison. Where's the castle in this movie? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. This small Washington town, with a 2010 population of just over 2,000, is a much-visited tourist attraction. It is called "The Gateway to Mt. St. Helen's". Name this town. Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. "A man's home is his castle" is an age-old expression, which proclaims the right of privacy and a man's right to protect him home and possessions. This is the basis for one US Constitutional Amendment. Which one guarantees this right?

Answer: Fourth

The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures. It was ratified in 1789.
2. This castle is found in the Bavarian Alps near Munich. It was originally built for Ludwig II of Bavaria. Its name means "New Swan Stone Castle". Can you name it?

Answer: Neuschwanstein Castle

There are many photos of this beautiful structure and it is a favorite of jig-saw puzzle solvers because of its intricacy. The castle is located in Schwangau, Germany.
3. Cinderella's castle has been in our hearts since childhood. Beginning with the familiar book and eventually the animated film version, most of us can identify this towering structure. Where is a modern replica of Cinderella's castle found?

Answer: Disney World

Disney's version at Orlando Florida is 180 feet tall. It was modeled after the French castles of the 12th and 13th centuries. There is a lesser known replica of this castle at Tokyo Disneyland.

The castle in Disneyland in California is Sleeping Beauty's castle.
4. Before the "Big Mac" and the "Thickburger" were household words, another company was blazing the trail in the fast food industry. Some of you may be familiar with their product called the "Belly Bomber". What fast-food restaurant am I thinking of?

Answer: White Castle

Walter Anderson founded White Castle in Wichita, Kansas in 1921. He is credited with being the inventor of the hamburger bun.
5. This is the world's largest inhabited castle and it is the official home of the reigning British monarch. Surely you know this one. Which is it?

Answer: Windsor Castle

Every day tourists can view the Changing of the Guard by the infantrymen in colorful uniforms. They can also visit Queen Mary's doll house, a miniature masterpiece.
6. In the Lazio district of Italy, Castel Gandolfo overlooks the Lake of Albano, far removed from the hustle and bustle of Rome, just 15 miles away. Why is this castle famous?

Answer: It is the Pope's summer residence

Following the Lateran Treaty of 1929, the Italian government gave ownership of Gandolfo to the Holy See. Pope Urban VIII was the first inhabitant, but most of the succeeding popes have also used it. Tourists come to receive the papal blessing when the pope is in residence.
7. This Gothic-style castle is reported to be the most haunted castle in Ireland. Located in Tullamore, tradition says that it was built above an ancient Druid burial ground. What castle are we talking about?

Answer: Charleville Castle

Workmen at Charleville Castle have reported hearing children's voices coming from the room that used to be the nursery, as well strange music. They have also reputedly seen shadowy figures on the stairways. Even though Lord Byron is said to have slept there, it is not recommended as an overnight stop for the faint of heart.
8. The husband and wife dance team of Vernon and Irene Castle were a popular duo in the 1900s. Besides performing, they created and introduced many new dance steps that became staples. Name one of the new dances they introduced.

Answer: The Fox Trot

After Vernon's death in a military training mission plane crash in 1918, Irene retired from the public eye. She died in 1969.
9. In 2001, Robert Redford starred in one of his lesser known movies. If you are a Redford fan, you probably saw it anyway. This movie concerns a war hero, who is captured and sent to a military prison. When he discovers the warden is not adhering to the rules, he rallies his fellow inmates to riot and overthrow the prison. Where's the castle in this movie?

Answer: The Last Castle

Redford plays the part of General Eugene Irwin. James Gandolfino is Colonel Winter, the warden, in this Dreamworks movie.
10. This small Washington town, with a 2010 population of just over 2,000, is a much-visited tourist attraction. It is called "The Gateway to Mt. St. Helen's". Name this town.

Answer: Castle Rock

The 190 ft. high rock is a landmark that can be seen for miles and gives the town its name. A local sawmill is said to be the first to produce cedar shingles from the red cedars which are abundant in this area.
Source: Author Grad56

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