Choose the right variant a, b , c or d. 1. .is the capital of Scotland, the seat of the Scottish parliament and government, the largest city by area and the second largest by population in the

1. …….is the capital of Scotland, the seat of the Scottish parliament and government, the largest city by area and the second largest by population in the country.

a) Cardiff

b) Dublin

c) London

d) Edinburgh

2. The City of Edinburgh ……. governs one of Scotland's 32 local government council areas.

a) Council

b) Mayor

c) Sheriff

d) Union

3. Located in the south-east of Scotland, ……. lies on the east coast of the Central Belt, along the Firth of Forth, near the North Sea.

a) Cardiff

b) Dublin

c) London

d) Edinburgh

4. The city was one of the historical major centres of the Enlightenment, led by the University of Edinburgh, helping to earn it the nickname ……..

a) Rome of the North

b) Athens of the South

c) Athens of the North

d) Rome of the North

5. The Old Town and New Town districts of ……. were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 in recognition of the unique character of the Medieval Old Town and the planned Georgian New Town.

a) Cardiff

b) Dublin

c) London

d) Edinburgh

6. Edinburgh hosts the annual Edinburgh Festival, a group of official and independent festivals held annually over about four weeks beginning in early …….

a) June

b) August

c) March

d) December

7. ……. attracts over 1 million overseas visitors a year, making it the second most visited tourist destination in the United Kingdom.

a) Cardiff

b) Dublin

c) London

d) Edinburgh

8. Edinburgh has a large number of museums and ……., many of which are national institutions.

a) swimming pools

b) skating rinks

c) golf courses

d) libraries

9. ……. contains Scotland's five National Galleries as well as numerous smaller galleries.

a) Cardiff

b) Dublin

c) London

d) Edinburgh

10. The Scottish National Portrait Gallery focuses on portraits and ……..

a) embroidery

b) landscapes

c) photography

d) still nature

11. The Fruit market Gallery offers world class exhibitions of ……., featuring work by British and international artists with both emerging and established international reputations.

a) contemporary art

b) ancient art

c) medieval art

d) folk art

12. The Old Town of ……. has preserved its medieval plan and many Reformation-era buildings.

a) Cardiff

b) Dublin

c) London

d) Edinburgh

13. Due to space restrictions imposed by the narrowness of the " ……. ", the Old Town of Edinburgh became home to some of the earliest " high rise" residential buildings.

a) hand

b) leg

c) tail

d) neck

14. The New Town of ……. was an 18th century solution to the problem of an increasingly crowded Old Town.

a) Cardiff

b) Edinburgh

c) Dublin

d) London

15. The Edinburgh " ……. " is broadly analogous to the area covered by the Burgh Muir, and grew in popularity as a residential area following the opening of the South Bridge.

a) Southside

b) Northside

c) Eastside

d) Westside

16. The areas of the Edinburgh " ……. " are particularly popular now with families (many state and private schools are here), students (the central University of Edinburgh campus is based around George Square just north of Marchmont and the Meadows, and Napier University (with major campuses around Merchiston & Morningside), as well as with visiting festival-goers.

a) Southside

b) Northside

c) Eastside

d) Westside

17. Even today the parliamentary seat is known as …….

a) Edinburgh North and South

b) Edinburgh North and Leith

c) Edinburgh North and Linz

d) Edinburgh South and Leith

18. Leith also has the Royal ……., berthed behind the Ocean Terminal and Easter Road, the home ground of Hibernian F.C.

a) Ship Britannia

b) Yacht England

c) Yacht Queen

d) Yacht Britannia

19. Every August during the ……., for just over two weeks, the world’s largest celebration of the written word takes over Charlotte Square.

a) Edinburgh International Book Festival

b) Edinburgh National Book Festival

c) Edinburgh International Music Festival

d) Edinburgh International Art Festival

20. The ……. is a fortnight of fantastic events with writers from around the world.

a) Edinburgh International Book Festival

b) Edinburgh National Book Festival

c) Edinburgh International Music Festival

d) Edinburgh International Art Festival

21. Part of the wider Edinburgh Festivals programme, the ……. is renowned for bringing in big names as well as uncovering the poets, thinkers and novelists of tomorrow.

a) art festival

b) book festival

c) music festival

d) ballet festival

22. In 1997, Charlotte Square welcomed an unknown local author named J.K. Rowling who read from her debut novel Harry Potter and the ……. to 30 encapsulated children.

a) Moon Stone

b) Star Stone

c) Philosopher’s Stone

d) moon Light

23. The majestic Charlotte Square Gardens sit within the elegant Georgian New Town, a truly beautiful setting. The …….converts the gardens into a magical tented village which welcomes around 220, 000 visitors each year.

a) art festival

b) book festival

c) music festival

d) ballet festival

24. The …….of the Edinburgh International Book Festival is also extremely popular with a range of workshops, panel discussions and author events. Perfect for the family, it is now the world’s premier books and reading event for young people.

a) Children’s Programme

b) Student’s Programme

c) Adult’s Programme

d) Teenager’s Programme

25. If art is your passion, the ……., Scotland’s largest visual arts festival is simply unmissable as it is home to a wide array of visual arts, exhibitions and events held throughout the city.

a) Dublin Art Festival

b) London Art Festival

c) Edinburgh Art Festival

d) Cardiff Art Festival

26. ……. and art spaces come alive during the art festival and display some of the most intriguing modern and contemporary art in the world.

a) Cardiff’s galleries

b) Edinburgh’s galleries

c) Dublin’s galleries

d) Cambridge’s galleries

27. ……. combines new commissions, major solo exhibitions by the world’s leading contemporary artists alongside local and international artistic talent.

a) Dublin Art Festival

b) London Art Festival

c) Edinburgh Art Festival

d) Cardiff Art Festival

28. 2011 saw the unveiling of ……., a major new piece of public artwork by winner of the Turner Prize, Scottish artist, Martin Creed.

a) The Scotsman Steps

b) The Scotsman Ways

c) The Scotsman Stairs

d) The Scotch Steps

29. From internationally renowned artists to those whose work is more experimental, the Edinburgh Art Festival presents a compelling mix of exhibitions and events sure to suit all tastes. And best of all - it’s …….

a) expensive

b) cheap

c) free

d) not expensive

30. The unique ……. in Edinburgh offers a range of talks, debates and exhibitions from some of the most influential players in British politics.

Festival of Law

a) Festival of Politics

b) Festival of Politicians

c) Festival of Lawyers

31. One of the more recent additions to the outstanding lineup of festivals in Edinburgh, the ……. is certainly worth checking out.

a) Festival of Law

b) Festival of Politics

c) Festival of Politicians

d) Festival of Lawyers

32. Starting out in 2005, the award-winning four-day ……. is now a main part of the festival summer season.

a) Festival of Law

b) Festival of Politics

c) Festival of Politicians

d) Festival of Lawyers

33. ……. attracts participants from a wide array of backgrounds, from political party leaders to cabinet ministers and journalists who discuss their experiences.

a) Festival of Law

b) Festival of Politics

c) Festival of Politicians

d) Festival of Lawyers

34. Whether you want to experience 18th century Edinburgh, see a million pounds in cash or meet a Tyrannosaurus Rex, you can do it at Edinburgh’s museums, and it’s all ……..

a) expensive

b) cheap

c) free

d) not expensive

35. The ……. is home to the National Museum of Scotland which was re-opened in July 2011 following a major re-development and now exhibits over 20, 000 objects spread across 36 galleries.

a) Ancients Town

b) Modern Town

c) Old Town

d) New Town

36. The Writers' Museum, near the top of the Royal Mile, contains fascinating first editions, portraits and objects relating to the lives and work of Scotland’s great literary figures including …….and Robert Louis Stevenson.

a) Alan Spence

b) James Kelman

c) Robert Burns

d) Andrew Greig

37. Outside the Writers' Museum be sure to visit Makars’ Court (…….), a peaceful courtyard which has carved paving stones celebrating writers from the 14th century to the present day.

a) Scots for writer

b) Scots for artist

c) Scots for poet

d) Scots for sculptor

38. Cross the road at the bottom of Makar’s Court to make a trip to the innovative ……. which displays a million pounds in cash, Scotland's oldest banknote and looks at the role of money in art, design, technology, crime, trade and security.

a) Museum of Money

b) Museum of Coins

c) Museum of Banknotes

d) Museum on the Mound

39. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of Edinburgh throughout the centuries at The People’s Story, or enter the Museum of Edinburgh which is packed with local artefacts and city history, from the earliest settlement to the present day. You can also discover a treasure house crammed full of toys from childhood past and present at the ……..

a) Museum of Childhood

b) Museum of Youthhood

c) Museum of Plants

d) Museum of Animals

40. Standing halfway between ……. Castle and the Palace of Holyrood house, St Giles’ Cathedral was founded in the 12th century and due to its role in Scotland’s Reformation history is often referred to as the 'Cradle of Presbyterianism'.

a) Cardiff

b) Edinburgh

c) Dublin

d) London

41. Take in the beautiful stained glass windows that date from the 1870s and see the Thistle Chapel, home of the Knights of the Order of the Thistle, ……. most senior order of chivalry which is headed by The Queen.

a) England’s

b) Ireland’s

c) Wales’

d) Scotland's

42. Dating from 1690, the historic ……. was built near the bottom of the Royal Mile and its modest architecture is a perfect place for peaceful reflection.

a) Christian Church

b) Presbyterian Church

c) Canongate Kirk

d) Protestant Kirk

43. When it comes to shopping in ……., it’s not just the unique mix of high street names, designer stores and independent shops that make it an experience to remember. Combine the wide choice of shops with stunning architecture and striking views and Edinburgh becomes the perfect shopping destination.

a) Cardiff

b) Edinburgh

c) Dublin

d) London

44. For a first-class experience shopping in Edinburgh, …….should be your first stop.

a) King’s street

b) Queen’s Street

c) Knight’s street

d) Princes Street

45. …….shopping is a blend of high street brands with famous department stores such as Jenners, an Edinburgh institution since 1938, which sits in a beautiful building full of Victorian grandeur.

a) King’s street

b) Queen’s Street

c) Knight’s street

d) Princes Street

46. The shops on George Street, ……., offer a stylish mix of sophisticated clothes, accessories and homeware alongside an exciting range of trendy bars and places to eat.

a) Cardiff

b) Edinburgh

c) Dublin

d) Cambridge

47. Edinburgh is a great city for playing …….in and within a short distance you will find some of Scotland’s most famous and historic …….courses.

a) tennis

b) football

c) golf

d) cricket

48. The council area includes …….Edinburgh and a 30 square miles (78 km²) ……. area.

a) urban

b) rural

c) industrial

d) agricultural

49. Located in the south-east of ……., Edinburgh lies on the east coast of the Central Belt, along the Firth of Forth, near the ……..

a) Wales

b) Scotland

c) North Sea

d) English Channel

50. The city was one of the historical major centres of the Enlightenment, led by the University of ……., helping to earn it the nickname Athens of the North.

a) Edinburgh

b) Athens of the North

c) Dublin

d) Rome of the North

51. The best-known of the events of the annual Edinburgh Festival are ……., the largest performing-arts festival in the world; the Edinburgh International Festival; …….; and the ……..

a) the Edinburgh Fringe

b) the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

c) the Edinburgh Civil Tattoo

d) Edinburgh International Book Festival

52. Edinburgh has a large number of museums and libraries, many of which are national institutions. These include the National Museum of Scotland, the National Library of Scotland, ……., ……. and ……..

a) National War Museum of Scotland

b) National Peace Museum of Scotland

c) the Museum of Edinburgh

d) the Museum of Childhood

53. Edinburgh contains Scotland's five National Galleries as well as numerous smaller galleries. The national collection is housed in ……., located on the Mound, and now linked to ……., which holds regular major …….

a) the National Gallery of Scotland

b) the Royal Scottish Academy

c) exhibitions of sculptures

d) exhibitions of painting

54. The Scottish National Portrait Gallery focuses on ……. and ……..

a) portraits

b) landscapes

c) still life

d) photography

55. The …….of Edinburgh was an 18th century solution to the problem of an increasingly crowded ……..

a) New Town

b) Old Town

c) Modern Town

d) Ancient Town

56. The areas of the Edinburgh " Southside" are particularly popular now with …….(many state and private schools are here), …….(the central University of Edinburgh campus is based around George Square just north of Marchmont and the Meadows, and Napier University (with major campuses around Merchiston & Morningside), as well as with visiting ……..

a) families

b) businessmen

c) students

d) festival-goers

e) province

57. With the redevelopment of Leith, Edinburgh has gained the business of a number of cruise liner companies which now provide cruises to ……., ……., ……., Germany and the Netherlands.

a) Finland

b) Norway

c) Sweden

d) Denmark

58. Leith also has the ……., berthed behind the ……. and Easter Road, the home ground of Hibernian F.C.

a) Royal Yacht Britannia

b) Royal Ferry Britannia

c) Sea Terminal

d) Ocean Terminal

59. The urban area of Edinburgh is almost entirely contained within ……. Council boundary, merging with ……. in ……..

a) the City of Edinburgh

b) the Province of Edinburgh

c) Musselburgh

d) East Lothian

60. Every ……., for just over two weeks, the world’s largest celebration of the written word takes over Charlotte Square; the …….International Book Festival.

a) January

b) August

c) Edinburgh

d) Cardiff

61. Where better to celebrate the written word than ……., the first city in the world to be named a UNESCO …….?

a) Edinburgh

b) Cardiff

c) City of Arts

d) City of Literature

62. The cultural landmarks and atmospheric streets of Edinburgh have inspired literary greats such as ……., ………….., ……. and bestselling authors such as Ian Rankin and JK Rowling.

a) Sir Walter Scott

b) Robert Burns

c) Agatha Christie

d) Arthur Conan Doyle

63. Part of the wider Edinburgh Festivals programme, the book festival is renowned for bringing in big names as well as uncovering the ……., …….and ……. of tomorrow.

a) artists

b) poets

c) thinkers

d) novelists

64. The Children’s Programme of the Edinburgh International Book Festival is also extremely popular with a range of ……., …….and …….. Perfect for the family, it is now the world’s premier books and reading event for young people.

a) workshops

b) political disputes

c) panel discussions

d) author events

65. From internationally renowned artists to those whose work is ……., the Edinburgh Art Festival presents a compelling mix of exhibitions and events sure to suit all tastes. And best of all - it’s ……..

a) more experimental

b) more usual

c) free

d) cheap

66. The unique Festival of Politics in Edinburgh offers a range of ……., …….and ……. from some of the most influential players in British politics.

a) talks

b) shows

c) debates

d) exhibitions

67. The exceptional Festival of Politics in Edinburgh, which runs in 2012 from 17 - 25 August, combines the worlds of ……., …….and ……. and provides an opportunity to gain some further insight into the exciting world of politics.

a) business

b) politics

c) media

d) the arts

68. The Writers' Museum, near the top of the Royal Mile, contains fascinating first editions, portraits and objects relating to the lives and work of Scotland’s great literary figures including …….and ……..

a) Robert Burns

b) Agatha Christie

c) Robert Louis Stevenson

d) Conan Doyle

69. Outside the ……. be sure to visit Makars’ Court (Scots for poet), a peaceful courtyard which has carved ……. celebrating writers from the 14th century to the present day.

a) Poets' Museum

b) Writers' Museum

c) paving stones

d) paving sculptures

70. Cross the road at the bottom of Makar’s Court to make a trip to the innovative Museum on the Mound which displays a million pounds in cash, Scotland's oldest banknote and looks at the role of money in art, design, technology, ……., …….and …….

a) business

b) crime

c) trade

d) security

71. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of Edinburgh throughout the centuries at ……., or enter the Museum of Edinburgh which is packed with local artefacts and city history, from the earliest settlement to the present day. You can also discover a treasure house crammed full of toys from childhood past and present at the ……..

a) The People’s Fairytale

b) The People’s Story

c) Museum of Childhood

d) Museum of Children

72. Towns and villages often have their own local museums which are normally free. One of these is Queensferry Museum which lies to the north west of the city. The museum traces ………, ……., the construction of the iconic Forth rail and road bridges and spotlights the estuary wildlife.

a) the history of the Celts

b) the history of the local people

c) the historic ferry passage to Fife

d) the historic yacht passage to Fife

73. Standing halfway between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, St Giles’ Cathedral was founded in the 12th century and due to its role in …….history is often referred to as the “ ……. “.

a) Scotland’s Revolution

b) Scotland’s Reformation

c) Cradle of Presbyterianism

d) Spring of Presbyterianism

74. Take in the beautiful ……. that date from the 1870s and see the Thistle Chapel, home of the Knights of the Order of the Thistle, Scotland's most senior order of …….which is headed by The Queen.

a) oval glass windows

b) stained glass windows

c) courage

d) chivalry

75. Up near the top of the Royal Mile, Greyfriar’s Kirk has stood since 1620 on land which was granted by Mary, Queen of Scots. The kirk is famous for its ……., which was not only frequented by …….but is also said to be where a faithful ……., Greyfriar’s Bobby, sat by his master’s grave.

a) graveyard

b) grave robbers

c) cat

d) dog

76. There are several other impressive church buildings to visit in Edinburgh city centre. These include …….which is renowned for its stained glass, ……. which has intricate ceiling paintings, ……., which is great example of neo-Gothic architecture and St Andrew's and St George's West on George Street which is an excellent example of Georgian architecture.

a) St Johns

b) St Thomas

c) St Cuthberts

d) St Mary's Cathedral

77. ……. is a blend of high street brands with famous ……. such as Jenners, an Edinburgh institution since 1938, which sits in a bea department stores utiful building full of Victorian grandeur.

a) High Street shopping

b) Princes Street shopping

c) supermarkets

d) department store