Early Life Of Florence Nightingale! Trivia Questions Quiz

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Florence Nightingale was a social reformer and statistician. She is known as the founder of modern nursing practised the world over. She gained prominence for her effort in the management and training of nurses in the Crimean War. Have you read about this humanitarian? Here is a fun quiz for you if you are in the know.


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  • 1. 

    When was her work titled "Cassandra" published? 

    • A. 

      1934

    • B. 

      1989

    • C. 

      1978

    • D. 

      1979

    Correct Answer
    D. 1979
    Explanation
    The work titled "Cassandra" was published in 1979.

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  • 2. 

    When was the Nightingale School for Nurses opened? 

    • A. 

      1856

    • B. 

      1860

    • C. 

      1849

    • D. 

      1844

    Correct Answer
    B. 1860
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1860. This is the year when the Nightingale School for Nurses was opened.

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  • 3. 

    When was the Florence Nightingale Medal instituted? 

    • A. 

      1912

    • B. 

      1917

    • C. 

      1812

    • D. 

      1894

    Correct Answer
    A. 1912
    Explanation
    The Florence Nightingale Medal was instituted in 1912.

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  • 4. 

    When was the International Nurses  Day changed to her birthday? 

    • A. 

      1981

    • B. 

      1913 

    • C. 

      1989

    • D. 

      1965

    Correct Answer
    D. 1965
    Explanation
    In 1965, the International Nurses Day was changed to her birthday.

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  • 5. 

    When was the National Florence Nightingale Award established? 

    • A. 

      1978

    • B. 

      1973

    • C. 

      1977

    • D. 

      1986

    Correct Answer
    B. 1973
    Explanation
    The National Florence Nightingale Award was established in 1973.

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  • 6. 

    When was the Nightingale Pledge created? 

    • A. 

      1871

    • B. 

      1893

    • C. 

      1879

    • D. 

      1878

    Correct Answer
    B. 1893
    Explanation
    In 1893, the Nightingale Pledge was created. This pledge is a modified version of the Hippocratic Oath and is taken by nurses upon graduation to uphold ethical standards in their profession. It was named after Florence Nightingale, a renowned nurse who is considered the founder of modern nursing. The creation of the Nightingale Pledge in 1893 marked an important milestone in nursing history, emphasizing the commitment of nurses to provide compassionate and competent care to their patients.

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  • 7. 

    When was the centenary of Nightingale's death celebrated?

    • A. 

      2013 

    • B. 

      2010

    • C. 

      2008

    • D. 

      2003 

    Correct Answer
    B. 2010
    Explanation
    The centenary of Nightingale's death was celebrated in 2010.

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  • 8. 

    How many hospitals are named after her in Instabul as of 2019?

    • A. 

      Five hospitals 

    • B. 

      Three hospitals 

    • C. 

      Nine hospitals 

    • D. 

      Four hospitals 

    Correct Answer
    D. Four hospitals 
    Explanation
    As of 2019, there are four hospitals named after her in Istanbul.

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  • 9. 

    Where is the statue of Florence Nightingale by George Walker located? 

    • A. 

      Lisbon 

    • B. 

      Dallas 

    • C. 

      Westminster 

    • D. 

      Derby 

    Correct Answer
    C. Westminster 
    Explanation
    The statue of Florence Nightingale by George Walker is located in Westminster.

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  • 10. 

    When was the first theatrical representation of Florence Nightingale premiered? 

    • A. 

      1923 

    • B. 

      1927

    • C. 

      1929

    • D. 

      1922

    Correct Answer
    C. 1929
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1929. This means that the first theatrical representation of Florence Nightingale premiered in 1929.

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