Speakers Corner Quiz

What is the historical significance of Speakers' Corner in Hyde Park, London?

• There is a botanical garden.

• It is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities.

• It was a military training ground.

• It is a traditional site for public speeches and debate.

Answer explanation

It promotes free speech and exchange of ideas.

What is the main purpose of Speakers' Corner?

• To showcase art exhibitions

• To sell merchandise

• To host private events

• To provide a public space for free speech and expression.

When did Speakers' Corner become a recognized site for public speaking?

• 1945

• 1900

• 1825

• 1872

What are some of the topics commonly discussed at Speakers' Corner?

• politics, religion, social issues, current events

• celebrity gossip

• sports

• mathematics

What are the rules and regulations for speakers at Speakers' Corner?

• Speakers can use offensive language freely

• Speakers must pay a fee to speak at Speakers' Corner

• Speakers are required to wear a specific uniform

• Speakers at Speakers' Corner must follow regulations such as respecting others' opinions, avoiding hate speech, and not inciting violence.

Before the 19th century people used to be hanged at the Tyburn Tree gallows and they could make a final speech.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Answer explanation

That's why it is a symbolic point to speak one's mind freely.

The Hyde Park Speakers' Corner is at the juntion of ...

• Oxford Street & Park Lane

• Oxford Street & Piccadilly Circus

• Park Lane & Covent Garden

• Piccadilly Circus & Marble Arch

Answer explanation

Quite close to Marble Arch tube station

Which of the following people was NOT a usual speaker at Hyde Park?

• William Shakespeare

• Karl Marx

• George Orwell

• Vladimir Lenin

Answer explanation

He was dead long by the time the Speakers' Corner was known as a free speech spot.

The Sunday Trading Bill which ended up in the riots in 1800s allowed people to sell in the park on Sundays.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Answer explanation

It didn't allow to sell or buy on Sundays, the only day off for the working class.

Which important movement was banned from meeting in the park in 1913?

• The Chartist movement

• The Anti-War movement

• The suffragette movement

• The Socialist movement

Answer explanation

They used to meet every week before that.