Test Your Knowledge of London’s Iconic Clock Tower
Think you know everything about one of London’s most famous landmarks, Big Ben? Dive into this challenging Big Ben trivia quiz and discover just how much you really know about the clock tower that defines the skyline of Westminster. With questions covering its history, architecture, and unique facts, this quiz is designed for those who want to go beyond the basics. Perfect for lovers of history, architecture, and all things British—prepare to test your knowledge to the max!
1. What is the official name of the tower housing Big Ben?
St. Paul’s Tower
Elizabeth Tower
Victoria Tower
Westminster Tower
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2. In what year was Big Ben completed?
1859
1865
1834
1871
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3. How tall is Elizabeth Tower, where Big Ben is located?
75 meters
96 meters
120 meters
100 meters
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4. Big Ben is the name of what specific part of the tower?
The clock face
The entire tower
The Great Bell
The chimes
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5. Which architect designed the clock mechanism of Big Ben?
Augustus Pugin
George Airy
Edward John Dent
Sir George Biddell Airy
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6. What happened to Big Ben during World War II?
It was destroyed and rebuilt
It was silenced
It was painted black for camouflage
It was damaged by bombs
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7. How long does it take for Big Ben to chime 12 times at noon?
8 seconds
24 seconds
60 seconds
45 seconds
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8. What type of stone was used in the construction of Elizabeth Tower?
Granite
Portland stone
Sandstone
Marble
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9. How often is Big Ben's clock wound up manually?
Every day
Once a week
Twice a week
Once a month
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10. Which of the following is true about Big Ben’s clock accuracy?
It has never needed adjustment
It is adjusted with pennies
It is adjusted by a digital system
It adjusts automatically by satellite
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