Cambridge Quiz

What century was a settlement formed in Cambridge?

• The 6th century

• The 4th century

• The 5th century

• The 2nd century

Cambridge University was established in 1209 by (a)   University Students.

Cambridge University is the ______ oldest university in the English speaking world and the ______ oldest university in the entire world.

• First and first

• Third and tenth

• First and third

• Second and fourth

What is a quad (quadrangle)?

• A quad bike

• A shape with 7 sides

• An enclosed square or rectangular space

• A park

What artists can you find at the Fitzwilliam Museum?

• Piccasso

• Monet

• Van Gogh

• Cezanne

The Mathematical Bridge is made entirely of (a)   timbers

What famous scientist who founded the theory of evolution graduated Cambridge?

• Alan Turing

• Isaac Newton

• Charles Darwin

• Robert Oppenheimer

Answer explanation

Charles Darwin (founder of evolution) graduated Cambridge but so did all of the other famous figures above!

Which famous physicist known for his work on black holes was a professor at Cambridge?

• Albert Einstein

• Stephen Hawking

• Niels Bohr

• Richard Feynman

What is the name of the river that flows through Cambridge?

• River Thames

• River Cam

• River Severn

• River Trent

Which college at Cambridge University is known for its large chapel and choir?

• Trinity College

• King's College

• St John's College

• Gonville and Caius College