Nursery Rhymes Quiz Exam: Trivia!

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    In the rhyme "Humpty Dumpty", where was Humpty Dumpty sitting?

    • On A Wall
    • On A Horse
    • In The Grass
    • On A Chair
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A nursery rhyme is an old-fashioned poem or song that was not initially intended for children but was adapted to be more appropriate for children. Some examples of popular nursery rhymes include Little Miss Muffet, Ring around the Rosie, Mary Mary quite contrary, and Pat a cake, Pat a cake Baker’s Man. If you want to know more, try this quiz.

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  • 2. 

    In the rhyme "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep", how many bags of wool are mentioned?

    • 12

    • 3

    • 1

    • 5

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    In the rhyme "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep", three bags of wool are mentioned. The line "One for the master, one for the dame, and one for the little boy who lives down the lane" implies that there are three bags of wool mentioned in the rhyme.

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  • 3. 

    What is the star like in "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star"?

    • A Ruby

    • Snow

    • An Emerald

    • A Diamond

    Correct Answer
    A. A Diamond
    Explanation
    In the nursery rhyme "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," the star is described as being like a diamond. This comparison suggests that the star is bright, sparkling, and precious, just like a diamond. The use of the word "like" indicates that the star may not actually be a diamond, but it possesses similar qualities.

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  • 4. 

    Who does an apple a day keep away?

    • A Teacher

    • Johnny Appleseed

    • A Doctor

    • A Farmer

    Correct Answer
    A. A Doctor
    Explanation
    Eating an apple a day is a popular saying that implies that by consuming this fruit regularly, one can maintain good health and avoid the need to visit a doctor. Apples are rich in various nutrients and antioxidants, which contribute to a strong immune system and overall well-being. Therefore, the correct answer is "A Doctor."

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  • 5. 

    What did the old woman in the shoe have too many of?

    • Shoelaces

    • Children

    • Cats

    • Friends

    Correct Answer
    A. Children
    Explanation
    The old woman in the shoe had too many children. This is a reference to the nursery rhyme "There was an old woman who lived in a shoe," in which the old woman is depicted as having so many children that she doesn't know what to do.

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  • 6. 

    Whose men tried to put "Humpty Dumpty" back together?

    • The King

    • The Prince

    • The Queen

    • The Knight

    Correct Answer
    A. The King
    Explanation
    The King's men tried to put "Humpty Dumpty" back together.

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  • 7. 

    What song asks you to "shake it all about"?

    • Hokey Pokey

    • Chicken Dance

    • Where Is Thumbkin?

    • Hot Cross Buns

    Correct Answer
    A. Hokey Pokey
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hokey Pokey because the song lyrics specifically ask you to "shake it all about." The Hokey Pokey is a popular children's song and dance where participants are instructed to put different body parts in and out and then shake their whole body. This line from the song is a clear indication that the correct answer is Hokey Pokey.

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  • 8. 

    Finish the line from "The Farmer in the Dell": "Hi-ho..."?

    • The Fairy-O

    • The Derry-O

    • The Cherry-O

    • Fi Fum

    Correct Answer
    A. The Derry-O
    Explanation
    "The Derry-O" is the correct answer because it completes the line from the nursery rhyme "The Farmer in the Dell." The full line is "Hi-ho, the Derry-O." This nursery rhyme is a traditional children's song that tells the story of a farmer and the various characters that are involved in his life on the farm.

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  • 9. 

    In the rhyme "Hey Diddle Diddle", who runs away with the spoon?

    • The Cow

    • The Dish

    • The Fork

    • The Knife

    Correct Answer
    A. The Dish
    Explanation
    In the rhyme "Hey Diddle Diddle", the line "the cow jumped over the moon" suggests that the cow is the one running away with the spoon. Since the dish is mentioned in the same line as the spoon, it can be inferred that the dish is the one being taken away by the cow. Therefore, the correct answer is The Dish.

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  • 10. 

    In the rhyme "Hickory Dickory Dock", what time did the clock strike?

    • 11

    • 4

    • 1

    • 12

    Correct Answer
    A. 1
    Explanation
    In the rhyme "Hickory Dickory Dock," the clock struck 1. This can be inferred from the line "The mouse ran up the clock, the clock struck one." The rhyme is describing the actions of a mouse running up a clock and the sound the clock makes when it strikes the hour. In this case, it struck one.

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  • 11. 

    Which nursery rhyme character had so many children she didn't know what to do?

    • Miss Muffet

    • Little Bo Peep

    • Old Mother Hubbard

    • The Old Lady Who Lived In A Shoe

    Correct Answer
    A. The Old Lady Who Lived In A Shoe
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Old Lady Who Lived In A Shoe." This nursery rhyme character had so many children that she didn't know what to do. The rhyme describes how the old lady lived in a shoe with her numerous children, and she didn't know how to provide for all of them properly. This character is known for her overwhelming number of children, making her the correct answer to the question.

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  • 12. 

    In the nursery rhyme, what couldn't Jack Sprat's wife eat?

    • Beans

    • Lean

    • Peels

    • Weeds

    Correct Answer
    A. Lean
    Explanation
    Jack Sprat's wife couldn't eat lean. This is because in the nursery rhyme, Jack Sprat is described as being able to eat no fat, while his wife is able to eat no lean. This implies that Jack prefers fatty foods, while his wife prefers foods that are not lean, meaning they both have different dietary preferences.

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  • 13. 

    In the rhyme "All Around the Mulberry Bush", who chased the weasel?

    • Girl

    • Cat

    • Monkey

    • Giraffe

    Correct Answer
    A. Monkey
    Explanation
    In the rhyme "All Around the Mulberry Bush," the weasel is chased by a monkey.

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  • 14. 

    Whom can one see at Banbury Cross?

    • A Strong Man On A Horse

    • Blonde Lady With White Hair

    • A Lady Who Sings A Lullaby

    • A Fine Lady

    Correct Answer
    A. A Fine Lady
    Explanation
    At Banbury Cross, one can see a fine lady. This suggests that there is a statue or monument at Banbury Cross depicting a lady. The other options, such as a strong man on a horse, a blonde lady with white hair, and a lady who sings a lullaby, are not mentioned in relation to Banbury Cross. Therefore, the correct answer is a fine lady.

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