Galway Area Knowledgh Test
- 1.
Where about is Portincula hospital in Ballinasloe,
- A.
Brackernagh Road
- B.
Dunlu road
- C.
Hill road
Correct Answer
A. Brackernagh RoadExplanation
Portincula hospital is located on Brackernagh Road in Ballinasloe.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where is Portiuncula Hospital located ?
- A.
Tuam.
- B.
Galway City.
- C.
Athenry.
- D.
Ballinasloe.
Correct Answer
D. Ballinasloe.Explanation
Portiuncula Hospital is located in Ballinasloe.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Off which road is Eamonn Deasy Park located
- A.
Dublin Road
- B.
College road
- C.
Dyke Road
- D.
Bohermore
Correct Answer
C. Dyke RoadExplanation
Eamonn Deasy Park is located off Dyke Road.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Taking a passenger from Ceannt Station to Galway Technology Park, which of the following routes, would you use ?
- A.
Bohermore - Wellpark Road - Monivea Road
- B.
Bohermore - Prospect Hill - Dublin Road
- C.
Foster Street - Queen Street - Dock Road
- D.
Foster Street - Prospect Hill - Sean Mulvoy
Correct Answer
A. Bohermore - Wellpark Road - Monivea RoadExplanation
The correct answer is Bohermore - Wellpark Road - Monivea Road. This route is the most direct and efficient way to travel from Ceannt Station to Galway Technology Park. The other routes either go in the wrong direction or have unnecessary detours. Bohermore - Wellpark Road - Monivea Road provides a straight path from the starting point to the destination, making it the best choice for this journey.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where are Connacht's , home rugby games played
- A.
The Showgrounds
- B.
Terryland Park
- C.
Pearse Stadium
- D.
Woodquay Park
Correct Answer
A. The ShowgroundsExplanation
Connacht's home rugby games are played at The Showgrounds.Rate this question:
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- 6.
St. Michael's GAA club is located where ?
- A.
Westside
- B.
Salthill
- C.
Knocknacarra
- D.
Oranmore
Correct Answer
A. WestsideExplanation
St. Michael's GAA club is located in Westside.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In Galway, taking a passenger from Knocknacarra Business Park to Westside Enterprise Centre, which route would you use ?
- A.
Kingston Road - Bishop O' Donnell Road - Seamus Quirke Road.
- B.
Kingston Road - Rahoon Road - Taylor's Hill Road.
- C.
Kingston Road - Barna Road - Father Griffin Road.
- D.
Kingston Road - Newcastle Road - Taylor's Hill Road
Correct Answer
A. Kingston Road - Bishop O' Donnell Road - Seamus Quirke Road.Explanation
The correct route to take from Knocknacarra Business Park to Westside Enterprise Centre in Galway is Kingston Road - Bishop O' Donnell Road - Seamus Quirke Road. This route is the most direct and efficient way to reach the destination. The other routes listed would either take longer or lead to a different location.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where in Galway is the Junction Nightclub located ?
- A.
Foster Street.
- B.
Abbeygate Street.
- C.
Abbeygate Street.
- D.
Lomard Street.
Correct Answer
A. Foster Street.Explanation
The Junction Nightclub is located on Foster Street in Galway.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Where in Galway City is the 126 Art Gallery located ?
- A.
Queen Street.
- B.
Cross Street.
- C.
Henry Street.
- D.
Flood St
Correct Answer
D. Flood StExplanation
The correct answer is Flood St. This is because the question is asking for the location of the 126 Art Gallery in Galway City, and the correct answer is Flood St.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Taking a passenger from Ballybrit Racecourse to Merlin Park Hospital,which of the following routes, would you us ?
- A.
Tuam Road - Ballybane Road - Dublin Road.
- B.
Tuam Road - Bohermore - Dublin Road.
- C.
Tuam Road - Monivea Road - Dublin Road.
- D.
Tuam Road - Bothar na dTreabh - Dublin Road.
Correct Answer
A. Tuam Road - Ballybane Road - Dublin Road.Explanation
The correct answer is Tuam Road - Ballybane Road - Dublin Road. This route is the most direct and efficient way to travel from Ballybrit Racecourse to Merlin Park Hospital. It avoids unnecessary detours and takes the passenger directly to their destination.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which of the following locations, does NOT have a Galway Mayo Institute of Technology Campus ?
- A.
Grattan Road.
- B.
Dublin Road.
- C.
Letterfrack.
- D.
Monivea Road.
Correct Answer
A. Grattan Road. -
- 12.
Where in Galway is Salerno Secondary School located ?
- A.
Threadneedle Road.
- B.
Salthill Road Upper.
- C.
Kingston Road.
- D.
O'Donnell Road.
Correct Answer
A. Threadneedle Road.Explanation
Salerno Secondary School is located on Threadneedle Road in Galway.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Where in Galway is University College Hospital located ?
- A.
Taylor's Hill Road.
- B.
Shantalla Road.
- C.
Headford Road.
- D.
Newcastle Road.
Correct Answer
D. Newcastle Road.Explanation
University College Hospital is located on Newcastle Road in Galway.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Where in Galway City is Tig Coili located ?
- A.
Dominick Street.
- B.
Mainguard Street.
- C.
Dock Road.
- D.
University Road.
Correct Answer
B. Mainguard Street.Explanation
Tig Coili is located on Mainguard Street in Galway City.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Off which street. are Galway City Councils Headquarters Located?
- A.
Headford Road.
- B.
University Road.
- C.
College Road.
- D.
Headford Road.
Correct Answer
C. College Road.Explanation
The correct answer is College Road. This is where Galway City Council's headquarters are located.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Taking a passenger , from Galway Business Park to Galway Financial Services Centre, which route would you use ?
- A.
Upper Newcastle - Lower Newcastle - Bohermore.
- B.
Upper Newcastle - Dyke Road - Headford Road.
- C.
Thomas Hynes Road - Headford Road - Tuam Road.
- D.
Upper Newcastle - N6 - Sean Mulvoy Road.
Correct Answer
D. Upper Newcastle - N6 - Sean Mulvoy Road.Explanation
The correct answer is Upper Newcastle - N6 - Sean Mulvoy Road. This route is the most direct and efficient way to travel from Galway Business Park to Galway Financial Services Centre. Upper Newcastle is the starting point, and taking the N6 highway and then turning onto Sean Mulvoy Road provides a straightforward route to the destination. The other options either involve detours or less direct roads, making them less optimal choices.Rate this question:
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- 17.
In which area, is the finance branch of the Department of Defence located ?
- A.
Mervue
- B.
Renmore
- C.
Salthill
- D.
Shantalla
Correct Answer
B. RenmoreExplanation
The correct answer is Renmore. The finance branch of the Department of Defence is located in Renmore.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Visiting the Aran Islands by ferry boat, which of the following does NOT provide a ferry service ?
- A.
Doolin Co. Clare.
- B.
Rossaveal.
- C.
Clifden.
- D.
Galway City.
Correct Answer
C. Clifden.Explanation
Clifden does not provide a ferry service to the Aran Islands.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Where is Garbally College located ?
- A.
Tuam.
- B.
Ballinasloe.
- C.
Galway City.
- D.
Gort
Correct Answer
B. Ballinasloe.Explanation
Garbally College is located in Ballinasloe.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Where in Gort is the Post Office located ?
- A.
Loughrea Road.
- B.
Georges Street.
- C.
Crowe Street.
- D.
Barrack Street.
Correct Answer
C. Crowe Street.Explanation
The correct answer is Crowe Street. This suggests that the Post Office in Gort is located on Crowe Street.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Taking a passenger, from the Imperial Hotel to University College Hospital Galway , which of the following routes , would you use ?
- A.
William Street - Abbeygate Street - Headford Road.
- B.
Eyre Square - Merchant's Road - Newcastle Road.
- C.
Fr. Griffin Road - St Mary's Road - Newcastle Road.
- D.
Eglinton Street - University Road - Newcastle Road.
Correct Answer
D. Eglinton Street - University Road - Newcastle Road. -
- 22.
Where is Connemara Golf Club located ?
- A.
Barna.
- B.
Ballyconneely.
- C.
Renvyle.
- D.
Spiddal.
Correct Answer
B. Ballyconneely.Explanation
Connemara Golf Club is located in Ballyconneely.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Where in Galway is the Marine Institute Headquarter's located ?
- A.
Kinvara.
- B.
Clifden.
- C.
Oranmore
- D.
Spiddal.
Correct Answer
C. OranmoreExplanation
The correct answer is Oranmore.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Which of the following locations does NOT have a golf course ?
- A.
Ballinasloe
- B.
Gort.
- C.
Tuam.
- D.
Spiddal.
Correct Answer
D. Spiddal.Explanation
Spiddal is the location that does NOT have a golf course. This can be inferred from the question, which asks for the location that lacks a golf course. The other locations, Ballinasloe, Gort, and Tuam, are not mentioned in relation to having or not having a golf course, so it can be assumed that they do have one. Therefore, the correct answer is Spiddal, as it is the only location that is not associated with a golf course.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Where in Galway is the Dominican College located ?
- A.
Dr. Mannix Road.
- B.
Nun's Island Street.
- C.
Taylor's Hill.
- D.
Dalton Street.
Correct Answer
C. Taylor's Hill.Explanation
The Dominican College is located in Taylor's Hill in Galway.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Where in Ballinasloe is Portiuncula Hospital located ?
- A.
Sarsfield Road.
- B.
Brackemagh .
- C.
Harris Road.
- D.
Dunlo Hill.
Correct Answer
B. Brackemagh .Explanation
Portiuncula Hospital is located in Brackemagh, which is a place in Ballinasloe.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Where in Galway is the Pillo Hotel located ?
- A.
Dyke Road.
- B.
Prospect Hill.
- C.
Headford Road.
- D.
The Long Walk.
Correct Answer
C. Headford Road.Explanation
The correct answer is Headford Road. This suggests that the Pillo Hotel is located on Headford Road in Galway.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Where is the Connemara Heritage and History Centre located ?
- A.
Spiddal.
- B.
Costello.
- C.
Clifden.
- D.
Renvyle.
Correct Answer
C. Clifden.Explanation
The correct answer is Clifden.Rate this question:
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- 29.
Travelling from Galway City to Ballinasloe, which route is the most direct ?
- A.
N59
- B.
N 84
- C.
M 6
- D.
N 18
Correct Answer
C. M 6Explanation
The most direct route from Galway City to Ballinasloe is the M6.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Where in Galway is the Western Hotel located ?
- A.
Dublin Road.
- B.
Grattan Road.
- C.
Mill Street.
- D.
Prospect Hill.
Correct Answer
D. Prospect Hill.Explanation
The Western Hotel is located in Prospect Hill in Galway.Rate this question:
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- 31.
Travelling from Kinvara to Gort, which route is the most direct ?
- A.
N18
- B.
N17
- C.
N66
- D.
N67
Correct Answer
A. N18Explanation
The N18 route is the most direct route from Kinvara to Gort.Rate this question:
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- 32.
Where in Galway City is An Taibhdhearc na Gaillimhe located ?
- A.
Merchant's Road.
- B.
Bridge Street.
- C.
Middle Street.
- D.
Eglinton Street.
Correct Answer
C. Middle Street.Explanation
An Taibhdhearc na Gaillimhe is located on Middle Street in Galway City.Rate this question:
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- 33.
Where in Ballinasloe is the Garda Station located ?
- A.
Dunlo Street.
- B.
Harris Road.
- C.
Main Street.
- D.
Bridge Street.
Correct Answer
A. Dunlo Street.Explanation
The correct answer is Dunlo Street. This suggests that the Garda Station in Ballinasloe is located on Dunlo Street.Rate this question:
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- 34.
Where in Tuam is St. Jarlath's College located ?
- A.
Sun Street.
- B.
Dublin Road.
- C.
Church Street.
- D.
Bishop Street.
Correct Answer
D. Bishop Street.Explanation
St. Jarlath's College is located on Bishop Street in Tuam.Rate this question:
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- 35.
Where in Ballinasloe is the Post Office located ?
- A.
Station Road.
- B.
Society Road.
- C.
Church Road.
- D.
St. Michael's Square.
Correct Answer
D. St. Michael's Square.Explanation
The correct answer is St. Michael's Square. This suggests that the Post Office in Ballinasloe is located in St. Michael's Square.Rate this question:
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- 36.
Where is Galway District Court located ?
- A.
Mill Street.
- B.
Courthouse Square.
- C.
Henry Street.
- D.
Bridge Street.
Correct Answer
B. Courthouse Square.Explanation
Courthouse Square is the correct answer because it is the location of the Galway District Court. The other options, such as Mill Street, Henry Street, and Bridge Street, are not specified as the location of the court. Therefore, Courthouse Square is the most accurate answer.Rate this question:
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- 37.
Off which road is Galwegians Rugby Club located ?
- A.
Tuam Road.
- B.
Headford Road.
- C.
Barna Road.
- D.
Dublin Road.
Correct Answer
D. Dublin Road.Explanation
The correct answer is Dublin Road because Galwegians Rugby Club is located off Dublin Road.Rate this question:
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- 38.
Where in Galway is the Tropical Butterfly Centre located ?
- A.
Spiddal.
- B.
Carraroe.
- C.
Clifden.
- D.
Barna.
Correct Answer
B. Carraroe.Explanation
The Tropical Butterfly Centre is located in Carraroe, Galway.Rate this question:
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- 39.
Where is Portiuncula Hospital located ?
- A.
Tuam.
- B.
Galway City.
- C.
Athenry.
- D.
Ballinasloe.
Correct Answer
D. Ballinasloe.Explanation
Portiuncula Hospital is located in Ballinasloe.Rate this question:
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Which street in Galway City gives the very best examples of 16th and 17th century Architecture ?
- A.
Dock Street.
- B.
The Long Walk.
- C.
Kirwan Lane.
- D.
Dock Road.
Correct Answer
C. Kirwan Lane.Explanation
Kirwan Lane is the correct answer because it is known for its well-preserved examples of 16th and 17th-century architecture in Galway City. The street features a variety of historical buildings that showcase the architectural styles of that time period.Rate this question:
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- 41.
Where is Brigit's Garden located ?
- A.
Ross Lake
- B.
Rosscahill
- C.
Moycullen
Correct Answer
B. RosscahillExplanation
Brigit's Garden is located in Rosscahill.Rate this question:
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- 42.
Where is the Corralea Court Hotel located
- A.
Church lane
- B.
Bishop Street
- C.
Corralea Court
- D.
Liam Mellows Street
Correct Answer
B. Bishop StreetExplanation
The Corralea Court Hotel is located on Bishop Street.Rate this question:
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- 43.
Where is Kylemore Abbey located ?
- A.
Spiddal.
- B.
Connemara.
- C.
Moycullen.
- D.
Gort.
Correct Answer
B. Connemara.Explanation
Kylemore Abbey is located in Connemara.Rate this question:
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- 44.
Where in Galway City is Monroe's Tavern located ?
- A.
Quay Street.
- B.
College Road.
- C.
Dominick Street.
- D.
Henry Street.
Correct Answer
C. Dominick Street.Explanation
Monroe's Tavern is located on Dominick Street in Galway City.Rate this question:
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- 45.
Off which road is Tuam Golf Club located ?
- A.
Dublin Road.
- B.
Athenry Road.
- C.
Dunmore Road.
- D.
Birmingham Road.
Correct Answer
B. Athenry Road.Explanation
The correct answer is Athenry Road. This suggests that Tuam Golf Club is located off Athenry Road.Rate this question:
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- 46.
Where is the Corralea Court Hotel located ?
- A.
Gort.
- B.
Galway City.
- C.
Clifden.
- D.
Tuam.
Correct Answer
D. Tuam.Explanation
The Corralea Court Hotel is located in Tuam.Rate this question:
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- 47.
In Galway off which street is St. Nicholas Collegiate Church located ?
- A.
Market Street.
- B.
Middle Street.
- C.
Bridge Street.
- D.
High Street.
Correct Answer
A. Market Street.Explanation
St. Nicholas Collegiate Church is located off Market Street in Galway.Rate this question:
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- 48.
Off which street is Galway City Museum located?
- A.
Dock Road.
- B.
Claddagh Quay.
- C.
Spanish Parade.
- D.
Mill Street.
Correct Answer
C. Spanish Parade.Explanation
The Galway City Museum is located off Spanish Parade.Rate this question:
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- 49.
Sylane GAA Club is located near which of the following?
- A.
Gort
- B.
Tuam.
- C.
Kinvara.
- D.
Clifden.
Correct Answer
B. Tuam.Explanation
Sylane GAA Club is located near Tuam.Rate this question:
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- 50.
In which area of Galway, is the Bon Secours Hospital located ?
- A.
Salthill.
- B.
Renmore.
- C.
Shantallow.
- D.
Mervue
Correct Answer
B. Renmore.Explanation
The correct answer is Renmore. The Bon Secours Hospital is located in Renmore, an area in Galway.Rate this question:
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