Giant's Causeway Quiz

What natural phenomenon led to the creation of the Giant's Causeway?

• A giant's construction project

• An ancient volcanic eruption

• A meteor impact

• A massive earthquake

According to the legend, why did Finn McCool build the causeway?

• To challenge a Scottish giant

• To impress his wife, Oona

• To escape from Ireland

• To connect Ireland and Scotland for trade

How did Oona help Finn McCool avoid a confrontation with Benandonner?

• She disguised him as a baby

• She sent him to Scotland

• She hid him in a cave

• She built a wall around their home

What is the scientific explanation for the formation of the Giant's Causeway?

• Erosion by sea waves

• Glacial movements

• Cooling and contracting of lava

• Sedimentary rock layering

Approximately how many basalt columns make up the Giant's Causeway?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 30,000

• 40,000