- 1. In which county is Staines-upon-Thames located?
A) Essex
B) Kent
C) Hampshire
D) Surrey
- 2. What historical landmark is located near Staines-upon-Thames?
A) Tower of London
B) Runnymede
C) Hadrian's Wall
D) Stonehenge
- 3. Who wrote the novel 'The War of the Worlds', inspired by the area north of Staines-upon-Thames?
A) George Orwell
B) H.G. Wells
C) Jane Austen
D) J.R.R. Tolkien
- 4. Which nearby theme park is a popular attraction for visitors to Staines-upon-Thames?
A) Alton Towers
B) Chessington World of Adventures
C) Thorpe Park
D) Legoland Windsor
- 5. What significant event in British history took place in Runnymede near Staines-upon-Thames?
A) Battle of Hastings
B) Signing of the Magna Carta
C) English Civil War
D) Great Fire of London
- 6. What is the primary mode of transport to London from Staines-upon-Thames?
A) Ferry
B) Bus
C) Helicopter
D) Train
- 7. What is the popular riverside pub in Staines-upon-Thames known for its live music and events?
A) The Swan
B) The Boathouse
C) The Anchor
D) The Riverside Tavern
- 8. Which famous English writer lived in Staines-upon-Thames with his family during the mid-1800s?
A) William Shakespeare
B) Bronte Sisters
C) Jane Austen
D) Charles Dickens
- 9. Staines-upon-Thames was a filming location for which comedy film featuring Sacha Baron Cohen?
A) Ali G Indahouse
B) Borat
C) Bruno
D) The Dictator
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