The British Museum: a Trove of Controversial Collections

The British Museum, established in 1753, is renowned for its vast collection of global antiquities, many acquired during British colonial rule. It houses significant Egyptian and Greek artifacts, some of which are disputed. The museum's collection exceeds 7 million items, including sculptures and manuscripts. It hosts travelling exhibitions and has expanded over 250 years, with parts of its collection now in the Natural History Museum and the British Library.

In which year was the British Museum established?

• 1850

• 1900

• 1801

• 1753

Which collection is the British Museum known for having the largest of, outside of Egypt?

• Greek antiquities

• Roman artifacts

• Egyptian antiquities

• Viking treasures

What is the British Museum's collection from Europe's classical period known for?

• Its complete set of Roman coins

• Disputed items from the Acropolis

• The largest collection of Greek vases

• A full set of medieval manuscripts

Approximately how many items are in the British Museum's collection?

• 5 million

• 3 million

• 1 million

• 7 million

Which famous artist's drawings have been part of a traveling exhibition at the British Museum?

• Vincent van Gogh

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Michelangelo Bonarotti

• Raphael