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What was York called when the Vikings captured the city in the ninth century?
What was York called when the Vikings captured the city in the ninth century?
- Eboracum
- Londinium
- Jorvik (correct)
- Camulodunum
During which century did King Richard II make York the capital of England?
During which century did King Richard II make York the capital of England?
- 14th century (correct)
- 12th century
- 11th century
- 10th century
Where is the National Railway Museum located in York?
Where is the National Railway Museum located in York?
- Inside York Minster
- On top of the city walls
- Next to the railway station, outside of the city walls (correct)
- In the center of the city
What can you do if you get tired of streets and buildings in York?
What can you do if you get tired of streets and buildings in York?
What surrounded the centre of York that visitors can walk along?
What surrounded the centre of York that visitors can walk along?
What was the original name of York during the Roman Empire?
What was the original name of York during the Roman Empire?
Which historical period saw York being renamed as Jorvik?
Which historical period saw York being renamed as Jorvik?
Who made York the capital of England at a later period?
Who made York the capital of England at a later period?
Where is the National Railway Museum located in relation to the city walls?
Where is the National Railway Museum located in relation to the city walls?
What can visitors do if they want to take a break from the streets and buildings in York?
What can visitors do if they want to take a break from the streets and buildings in York?