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Quiz about Newfoundland  Heritage
Quiz about Newfoundland  Heritage

Newfoundland Heritage Trivia Quiz


Newfoundland was the tenth province to join Canada. It is the most easterly province. This quiz contains interesting facts about Newfoundland.

A multiple-choice quiz by trevor1968. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
trevor1968
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
259,938
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
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Question 1 of 10
1. What is Newfoundland's provincial flower? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. The motto of Newfoundland is "Quaerite prime Regnum Dei". What is the English translation of this motto? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. When did Newfoundland enter into Confederation? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. What is Newfoundland's official provincial bird emblem? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Who were the aboriginal inhabitants of Newfoundland when European settlers first arrived? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Where did Marconi receive the first Trans Atlantic Wireless signal in 1901? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. The world's largest invertebrate was originally found in Newfoundland. What was it? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What is the provincial tree of Newfoundland? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. On what peninsula is the capital city of Newfoundland located? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Who designed Newfoundland's provincial flag? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. What is Newfoundland's provincial flower?

Answer: Pitcher Plant

The Pitcher Plant became the provincial flower in 1954. This flower can be seen in bogs and marshland throughout the province.
2. The motto of Newfoundland is "Quaerite prime Regnum Dei". What is the English translation of this motto?

Answer: Seek ye first the Kingdom of God

The motto of Newfoundland is found in chapter 6, verse 33 in the book of Matthew in the New Testament. "Seek ye first the kingdom of God" means that everyone should live an honest life and always be true to themselves. God will always be there to guide them.
3. When did Newfoundland enter into Confederation?

Answer: March 31, 1949

Newfoundland became the tenth province to join Canada on March 31, 1949. It was first known as the province of Newfoundland. However, in 1964, it became the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
4. What is Newfoundland's official provincial bird emblem?

Answer: Atlantic Puffin

The Atlantic Puffin is a member of the auk family and is one of four species of puffins. It is the only one that lives in Newfoundland and it is the most popular seabird in Canada. In 1991, it became Newfoundland's provincial bird.
5. Who were the aboriginal inhabitants of Newfoundland when European settlers first arrived?

Answer: Beothuks

The Beothuks were a very kind, caring and peaceful race. They were often called Red Indians because they would cover their skin with red ochre. Sadly, when the Europeans arrived, they fought and massacred the Beothuks.
6. Where did Marconi receive the first Trans Atlantic Wireless signal in 1901?

Answer: Signal Hill's Cabot Tower

In 1901, Guglielmo Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless signal in the Cabot Tower on Signal Hill in St. John's. Signal Hill is an historic site that has a very rich history of military and communications.
7. The world's largest invertebrate was originally found in Newfoundland. What was it?

Answer: Squid

The world's largest invertebrate is the giant squid. It is usually estimated to weigh as much as 900 kg and grow 18m in length. An estimated 2.2 ton giant squid washed up on the shores of Thimble Tickle Bay, Newfoundland. It was 6.1m long and its arms were as thick as fire hoses.
8. What is the provincial tree of Newfoundland?

Answer: Black Spruce

In November 1993, the Black Spruce also known as the Bog Spruce was named Newfoundland's provincial tree. It is also dark bluish-green in color which helps to differentiate it from other types of spruce trees. It is a coniferous tree and grows in poor drainage areas.
9. On what peninsula is the capital city of Newfoundland located?

Answer: Avalon

St. John's is the capital city of Newfoundland. This largest city boasts being the oldest English city in North America. It also lies on the southeast corner of the island which in turn makes up the Avalon Peninsula.
10. Who designed Newfoundland's provincial flag?

Answer: Christopher Pratt

On May 28, 1980, the government adopted the provincial flag designed by Christopher Pratt. It features the colors of pink, white and green.
Source: Author trevor1968

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