Welcome to the January 2021 Ottawa Road Trips trivia quiz! Come test your knowledge of local history, oddball facts and more, with questions about Ottawa, Eastern Ontario and points beyond. If you get stumped, don’t worry—just click the link in the question for a hint.
If you tried last month’s game and are curious about how you did, I’ve now posted the answers. Want to try more of the previous quizzes? Here’s the complete list.
Question #1: Glimpses of Ottawa history
What local cartoonist and author has written a series of books called Ottawa Rewind, delving into quirky local facts? (You’ll have to scroll almost to the end of the link to find the answer!)
Question #2: Step to it
What Ottawa Valley community normally hosts the Old Time Fiddle and Step Dancing Championships every Labour Day weekend?
Question #3: A rail-to-trail conversion
What is the name of the hiking trail that stretches from Smiths Falls to Strathcona (near Napanee)?
Question #4: Crossing the Ottawa River
What is the name of this dam, which spans the Ottawa River at Portage-du-Fort, Quebec?
Question #5: Arrrrgggh!
What upstate New York town celebrates the life of a historical renegade each summer with a festival called Bill Johnston’s Pirate Days?
Question #6: A scenic walking route
In what Eastern Ontario community does a pretty pedestrian route called the Riverwalk wind along the Mississippi River?
Question #7: A tribute to brave animals
What Ottawa park is home to this monument to animals that have served in war?
Question #8: Grab a chair
In what Eastern Ontario village could you relax on this pretty public dock on the Rideau River?
Question #9: So that’s how Meech Lake got its name
In what Outaouais community will you find the final resting place of Asa Meech, after whom Meech Lake is named?
Question #10: Wonderful waterfall
In what Finger Lakes community would you find this spectacular waterfall in Buttermilk Falls State Park?
If you enjoyed this quiz, here’s a list of all the trivia games I’ve posted since the pandemic began. Try them all!
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