Biography: Trivia Questions And Facts About Florence Nightingale!

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Biography: Trivia Questions And Facts About Florence Nightingale! - Quiz

Florence Nightingale is a woman recorded in history to set the movement for the nursing profession into motion and was termed the mother of nursing. Do you love the profession of nursing? What do you know about this woman called the mother of nursing? Let our quiz help you find out.

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1.

Which of these houses is Florence related to?
- A.
  
  House Royal
- B.
  
  House Stark
- C.
  
  Lord Fly
- D.
  
  Villa Colombia
Correct Answer
D. Villa Colombia

Explanation
Florence is related to Villa Colombia because the question asks which house she is related to, and Villa Colombia is listed as one of the options.

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2.

What country was Florence born?
- A.
  
  Italy
- B.
  
  Germany
- C.
  
  Spain
- D.
  
  England
Correct Answer
A. Italy

Explanation
Florence was born in Italy because Italy is known for its rich history and culture, including the birthplace of the Renaissance. Florence, as a popular city in Italy, is renowned for its art, architecture, and historical significance. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that Florence was born in Italy.

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Which of these cities is she named after?
- A.
  
  Athens
- B.
  
  Guatemala
- C.
  
  Mayfair
- D.
  
  Florence
Correct Answer
D. Florence

Explanation
The correct answer is Florence. This implies that the person in question is named after the city of Florence.

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4.

Who was Florence’s father?
- A.
  
  William
- B.
  
  Andrew
- C.
  
  John
- D.
  
  Henry
Correct Answer
A. William

Explanation
Florence's father's name is William.

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5.

Who was Florence’s mother?
- A.
  
  Linda
- B.
  
  Elizabeth
- C.
  
  Mary
- D.
  
  Fanny
Correct Answer
D. Fanny

Explanation
Florence's mother was Fanny.

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6.

What year was Florence’s first tour to Europe?
- A.
  
  1853
- B.
  
  1847
- C.
  
  1850
- D.
  
  1838
Correct Answer
D. 1838

Explanation
Florence's first tour to Europe was in 1838.

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7.

What year did Florence meet Sidney Herbert?
- A.
  
  1853
- B.
  
  1847
- C.
  
  1850
- D.
  
  1838
Correct Answer
B. 1847

Explanation
Florence Nightingale met Sidney Herbert in 1847.

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Which of these cities did Florence have an early life?
- A.
  
  Athens
- B.
  
  Guatemala
- C.
  
  Mayfair
- D.
  
  Florence
Correct Answer
A. Athens

Explanation
Florence did not have an early life in Florence itself, as it is the city in question. Among the given options, Athens is the correct answer. Florence, the capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany, is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. However, in terms of Florence's early life, it is unrelated to the city itself.

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What year did Florence visit the Lutheran Religious centre?
- A.
  
  1853
- B.
  
  1847
- C.
  
  1850
- D.
  
  1838
Correct Answer
C. 1850

Explanation
Florence visited the Lutheran Religious centre in the year 1850.

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What year did Florence establish a care for the sick gentleman?
- A.
  
  1853
- B.
  
  1847
- C.
  
  1850
- D.
  
  1838
Correct Answer
A. 1853

Explanation
Florence established a care for the sick gentleman in 1853.

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