Bing Daily Trivia Quiz: towering castle

Question 1: This towering castle, said to be one of Scotland’s most haunted spots, looms over which city?

Edinburgh Castle
  • Edinburgh
  • Glasgow
  • Aberdeen

Correct Answer: Edinburgh

Fact: Edinburgh Castle is perched on Castle Rock, a volcanic formation that rises 430 feet above sea level, and looks out over Scotland’s capital city. Its oldest building, St. Margaret’s Chapel, dates back to the early 12th century and the castle has played a central role in Scotland’s history, serving as a royal residence, military stronghold, and symbol of Scottish heritage. It’s also renowned for its ghostly legends.


Question 2: What sounds the time every day at Edinburgh Castle?

  • Steam whistle
  • Clock bells
  • Cannon fire

Correct Answer: Cannon fire

Fact: The One O’Clock Gun is a tradition at Edinburgh Castle that dates to 1861. Each day at 1 PM, a cannon is fired from the castle, serving as a time signal for Edinburgh. This tradition began to help sailors in the nearby docks set their chronometers accurately. The cannon is fired from the castle’s Half Moon Battery and is a well-known feature of Edinburgh’s daily life.


Question 3: The Winchester Mystery House is known for its confusing layout and hauntings. Where is it?

  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • California

Correct Answer: California

Fact: The Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California, features staircases that lead to nowhere, doors that open into walls, and numerous other architectural oddities. Built by Sarah Winchester, the widow of the inventor of the Winchester rifle, the house’s unusual design is attributed to her belief that she needed to appease restless spirits. The mystery house remains a popular destination for those interested in paranormal phenomena and architectural curiosities.

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