Gateshead Archive Local History Quiz

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Gateshead Archive Local History Quiz

Test your knowledge of Gateshead's rich history with our engaging quiz! From local landmarks to famous figures, challenge yourself and learn something new.

  • 10 multiple choice questions
  • Discover fascinating facts about Gateshead
  • Perfect for history buffs and newcomers alike
10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by ExploringHistory102
Which year did the first public library open in Gateshead?
1865
1875
1885
The North East Coast Exhibition was held in Exhibition Park in which year?
1928
1929
1930
Which author did not reside in Gateshead at some point?
Lewis Carroll
Daniel Defoe
Charles Dickens
The Border Minstrel public house is named after a racehorse that won the Pitmen’s Derby in which year?
1917
1927
1937
Newcastle United won the FA Cup three times in the 1950’s, Which Final did Jackie Milburn not score in?
1951
1952
1955
Which of the following is not a song by Alex Glasgow?
The Socialist ABC
Close the Coalhouse Latch
The Toon Improvement Bill
What was the name of the ship that Grace Darling rescued survivors from?
The Tayside
The Forfarshire
The Braemar
What year was the first Great North Run held?
1981
1982
1983
In which year did the Vikings first raid Lindisfarne?
793AD
743AD
813AD
Who was born first?
Richard Grainger
George Stephenson
John Dobson
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