British Museums MCQs with Answers
The “British Museum” in London is renowned for its vast collection of artifacts and art from various civilizations. In which century was it founded?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: c) 18th century
The “National Gallery” in London houses an impressive collection of paintings, including Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Virgin of the Rocks.” In which century was it established?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: b) 19th century
The “Tate Modern” is one of the Tate galleries, known for its contemporary art collection. Where is it located?
a) Manchester
b) Edinburgh
c) Liverpool
d) London
Answer: d) London
The “Natural History Museum” in London is famous for its extensive collection of specimens from the natural world. In which century was it founded?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: c) 19th century
The “Victoria and Albert Museum” (V&A) is dedicated to art and design. After which historical figures is it named?
a) Queen Elizabeth I and Prince Albert
b) Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
c) Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip
d) Queen Victoria and King Edward VII
Answer: b) Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
The “British Library” in London is the national library of the UK. In which century was it established?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: d) 19th century
The “Science Museum” in London showcases scientific achievements and technological advancements. In which century was it founded?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “National Maritime Museum” in London is dedicated to the history of Britain’s relationship with the sea. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “Imperial War Museum” in London was originally established during which war?
a) World War I
b) World War II
c) Napoleonic Wars
d) The Crimean War
Answer: a) World War I
The “Horniman Museum and Gardens” in London features exhibits on anthropology, natural history, and musical instruments. In which century was it founded?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: c) 19th century
The “V&A Museum of Childhood” in London showcases childhood-related objects and artifacts. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “Ashmolean Museum” in Oxford is the world’s first university museum. In which century was it established?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: b) 17th century
The “British Motor Museum” in Warwickshire exhibits a wide range of vehicles. In which century was it established?
a) 19th century
b) 20th century
c) 21st century
d) It does not exist
Answer: b) 20th century
The “Museum of London” showcases the history and development of London city. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “Churchill War Rooms” in London are a historical museum dedicated to the life and leadership of which British Prime Minister?
a) Winston Churchill
b) Margaret Thatcher
c) Tony Blair
d) David Cameron
Answer: a) Winston Churchill
The “Victoria and Albert Museum of Childhood” in London focuses on toys and games. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: c) 19th century
The “Hunterian Museum” in London is a museum of human and animal anatomy. In which century was it founded?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “Museum of London Docklands” showcases the history of London’s river Thames and port. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “Bank of England Museum” in London explores the history of the Bank of England. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “Museum of Science and Industry” in Manchester showcases technological advancements. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “National Football Museum” in Manchester is dedicated to the sport of football (soccer). In which century was it established?
a) 19th century
b) 20th century
c) 21st century
d) It does not exist
Answer: b) 20th century
The “Fitzwilliam Museum” in Cambridge is known for its collection of art and antiquities. In which century was it founded?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: b) 17th century
The “Beamish Museum” in County Durham is an open-air museum depicting life in the northeast of England. In which century was it established?
a) 18th century
b) 19th century
c) 20th century
d) 21st century
Answer: d) 21st century
The “British Museum of Food” in London explores the history and culture of food. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 21st century
Answer: d) 21st century
The “Science and Media Museum” in Bradford is dedicated to the science and culture of photography and film. In which century was it established?
a) 19th century
b) 20th century
c) 21st century
d) It does not exist
Answer: b) 20th century
The “National Museum of Scotland” in Edinburgh showcases the country’s history and culture. In which century was it established?
a) 18th century
b) 19th century
c) 20th century
d) 21st century
Answer: b) 19th century
The “The Black Country Living Museum” in Dudley is an open-air museum depicting life in the industrial Midlands. In which century was it established?
a) 19th century
b) 20th century
c) 21st century
d) It does not exist
Answer: b) 20th century
The “Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery” in Bristol features art and historical artifacts. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “Horniman Museum and Gardens” in London features exhibits on anthropology, natural history, and musical instruments. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: c) 19th century
The “The Mary Rose Museum” in Portsmouth displays the remains of a famous historical ship. In which century was it established?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: d) 19th century
The “Geffrye Museum of the Home” in London explores the history of home and home life. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “Royal Air Force Museum” in London showcases the history of the UK’s Royal Air Force. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “The Roman Baths” in Bath showcases the remains of a well-preserved ancient Roman bathhouse. In which century was it established?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: c) 18th century
The “Museum of London Docklands” showcases the history of London’s river Thames and port. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “The Fitzwilliam Museum” in Cambridge is known for its collection of art and antiquities. In which century was it founded?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: b) 17th century
The “The Postal Museum” in London explores the history of the postal service and communication. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: c) 19th century
The “The Roman Baths” in Bath showcases the remains of a well-preserved ancient Roman bathhouse. In which century was it established?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: c) 18th century
The “The British Golf Museum” in St. Andrews celebrates the history of golf. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “The Museum of London” showcases the history and development of London city. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: d) 20th century
The “The Hunterian Museum” in London is a museum of human and animal anatomy. In which century was it founded?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “The Museum of Science and Industry” in Manchester showcases technological advancements. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “The Black Country Living Museum” in Dudley is an open-air museum depicting life in the industrial Midlands. In which century was it established?
a) 19th century
b) 20th century
c) 21st century
d) It does not exist
Answer: b) 20th century
The “The British Museum of Food” in London explores the history and culture of food. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 21st century
Answer: d) 21st century
The “The National Football Museum” in Manchester is dedicated to the sport of football (soccer). In which century was it established?
a) 19th century
b) 20th century
c) 21st century
d) It does not exist
Answer: b) 20th century
The “The Science and Media Museum” in Bradford is dedicated to the science and culture of photography and film. In which century was it established?
a) 19th century
b) 20th century
c) 21st century
d) It does not exist
Answer: b) 20th century
The “The National Museum of Scotland” in Edinburgh showcases the country’s history and culture. In which century was it established?
a) 18th century
b) 19th century
c) 20th century
d) 21st century
Answer: b) 19th century
The “The Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery” in Bristol features art and historical artifacts. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century
The “The Horniman Museum and Gardens” in London features exhibits on anthropology, natural history, and musical instruments. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: c) 19th century
The “The Mary Rose Museum” in Portsmouth displays the remains of a famous historical ship. In which century was it established?
a) 16th century
b) 17th century
c) 18th century
d) 19th century
Answer: d) 19th century
The “The Geffrye Museum of the Home” in London explores the history of home and home life. In which century was it established?
a) 17th century
b) 18th century
c) 19th century
d) 20th century
Answer: b) 18th century