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Quiz about The Killing Fields Of Ireland
Quiz about The Killing Fields Of Ireland

The 'Kil'ling Fields Of Ireland Quiz


One of the more popular place names in Ireland are places that start with the letters KIL, see how many you can identify from the description given. Good luck.

A multiple-choice quiz by Ikabud. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
Ikabud
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
66,719
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
1708
Last 3 plays: Guest 161 (6/10), Guest 64 (5/10), briandoc5 (10/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. In which Irish county are the famous race courses of The Curragh, Naas and Punchestown? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Which town in county Kerry, has a national park and lakes of the same name? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which southern Irish county's main town of the same name was once the capital of Ireland? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which town in Northern Ireland has one of the larger fish hatcheries in the country? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which Northern Irish town has a famous brand of knitwear named after it? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. What is the name of the principal village and port of the island of Inishmore, in the Aran Islands off County Galway? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Located in County Kilkenny, this small parish town is just 3 miles north of the city of Waterford. What is it called? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Located in the east of County Down, Northern Ireland, this sea-side village was once a busy seaport. What is it called? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. All of these are Irish place names, except? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Which village in County Wicklow, is home to one of the perfume manufacturers in Ireland? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. In which Irish county are the famous race courses of The Curragh, Naas and Punchestown?

Answer: Kildare

Named after St. Brigid's monastery, this inland county has been associated with horse racing for centuries.
2. Which town in county Kerry, has a national park and lakes of the same name?

Answer: Killarney

One of Ireland's most popular tourist destinations, this vibrant town is steeped in history and beauty.
3. Which southern Irish county's main town of the same name was once the capital of Ireland?

Answer: Kilkenny

Kilkenny is situated on the Nore River, almost at the geographical center of County Kilkenny.
4. Which town in Northern Ireland has one of the larger fish hatcheries in the country?

Answer: Kilrea

Kilrea is located on the River Bann, just inland of the port of Coleraine, the town has a golf course, an eel fishery and the fish hatchery.
5. Which Northern Irish town has a famous brand of knitwear named after it?

Answer: Kilkeel

Kilkeel, in County Down also has one of Ireland's largest fishing fleets based in its harbour.
6. What is the name of the principal village and port of the island of Inishmore, in the Aran Islands off County Galway?

Answer: Kilronan

The Isle of Inishmore is one of a group of three that make up the Aran Islands, which are located at the entrance to Galway Bay.
7. Located in County Kilkenny, this small parish town is just 3 miles north of the city of Waterford. What is it called?

Answer: Kilmacow

Kilbeacon and Killaghy are also parishes in the southern part of County Kilkenny.
8. Located in the east of County Down, Northern Ireland, this sea-side village was once a busy seaport. What is it called?

Answer: Killough

A bustling community of cod fishermen once inhabited the sea front cottages of Fishermen's Row, in this now sleepy village.
9. All of these are Irish place names, except?

Answer: Kilbud

The three real ones are all parishes.
10. Which village in County Wicklow, is home to one of the perfume manufacturers in Ireland?

Answer: Kilmacanogue

Kilmacanogue is also home to Avoca Handweavers, a world famous clothing manufacturers. There is also a perfume manufacturer in Carron, Co. Clare called the Burren perfumery
Source: Author Ikabud

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