Manchester Urban Change Quiz

What event in 1996 led to a large regeneration project across the city of Manchester?

• The opening of the Manchester Velodrome

• The 1996 IRA bomb

• The establishment of the Manchester Giants Basketball team

• The launch of the UK Cycling and BMX teams

Which of the following is not one of the changes that occurred in Manchester due to urban change?

• Conversion of old buildings into housing

• Hosting the Commonwealth Games

• The closure of music and performing arts venues

• The opening of new restaurants and supermarkets

Manchester is known for hosting which annual event that attracts thousands of people?

• The UK Jewish Film Festival

• The Manchester Literature Festival

• The Chinese New Year Parade

• Viva! - Spanish and Latin American Film Festival

Which of the following venues is not mentioned as a live entertainment location in Manchester?

• The Hacienda

• The Ritz

• The Bridgewater Hall

• The Manchester Opera House

What percentage of the population in the city centre region of Manchester is 'economically active'?

• 36.7%

• 54.3%

• 10%

• 13.7%

Which industry is not one of the main industries in Manchester according to the 2021 Census?

• Motor vehicles and motorcycles

• Human health and social work

• Information technology

• Education

What is the name of the city centre's first new park in over 100 years in Manchester?

• Mayfield Depot

• River Medlock Park

• Piccadilly Green

• Castlefield Viaduct

What is the main idea behind Manchester's 'green strategy'?

• To increase the number of parks and recreational areas

• To enhance wellbeing and promote biodiversity while ensuring economic development

• To create a network of security cameras and gates

• To build new industrial areas

How often do trams usually run in Manchester's tram network?

• Every 3-6 minutes

• Every 6-12 minutes

• Every 15-20 minutes

• Every 30 minutes

What will the Bee Network replace when it expands in March 2024?

• The local tram services

• The major railway stations

• Services in Oldham, Rochdale, and parts of Bury, Salford and North Manchester

• The HS2 line