Which would be the best mascot for the school?

A lion - strong, smart and ready to roar

What was a typical Victorian breakfast?

A cup of tea with bread and butter

What was the original purpose of Amherst when it was founded in 1850?

To offer education based on Christian values

If Amherst needed a new motto, which would fit best with Rosmini's beliefs?

In knowledge and character we grow

Which of these bests describes Rosmini's philosophy?

Education should nurture the mind and the soul

What was Rosmini's biggest contribution to philosophy?

His thoughts on the human mind and education

What was a major fashion trend for Victorian women?

Tight corsets and hooped skirts

How did the Victorians entertain themselves in the evening?

Have people round to chat and play games

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1
Where in Italy was Antonio Rosmini born?
Rome
Rovereto
Venice
Milan
2
Of these choices, what would a Victorian child most likely have played with?
A bike
A wooden horse
A toy train or toy car
A yo-yo or a hoop and stick
3
Who was Antonio Rosmini?
A Scientist
A philosopher and priest
A political leader
A famous artist
4
Which would be the best mascot for the school?
A bookworm - knowledge is key
A lion - strong, smart and ready to roar
A pelican - For Our Lady's Convent School
An owl - all about learning
5
What was a typical Victorian breakfast?
Bacon and eggs
Pancakes with maple syrup
A cup of tea with bread and butter
Fresh fruit and nuts
6
What was the original purpose of Amherst when it was founded in 1850?
To offer education based on Christian values
To create a school for working children
To be amazing at sport
To provide an education for wealthy boys
7
If Amherst needed a new motto, which would fit best with Rosmini's beliefs?
Eat, Sleep, Study, Repeat
Go big or go home
In knowledge and character we grow
Winning is everything
8
Which of these bests describes Rosmini's philosophy?
Education should be about memorising facts
Education is for the wealthy
Education should nurture the mind and the soul
Education is about discipline
9
How did Victorians communicate quickly with people living far away?
Pigeon
Post
Telegram
Smoke signals
10
If Rosmini were alive today, which app would he use?
Tik Tok - Philosophy in 15 seconds
Instagram - To share philosophical quotes with sunset pictures
Zoom -Hosting online classes
LinkedIn - Connecting with other philosophers
11
Of these, which type of art was popular in Victorian times?
Landscapes
Silhouette portraits
Cubism
Abstract
12
What type of pet was commonly kept by Victorians?
Ferrets
Birds
Fish
Dogs and Cats
13
What was Rosmini's biggest contribution to philosophy?
Writing the world's longest book
Writing philosophy that only philosophers could understand
Inventing brainteasers
His thoughts on the human mind and education
14
What was a major fashion trend for Victorian women?
Powdering their faces
Wearing wigs
Tight corsets and hooped skirts
Wearing black to everything
15
How did the Victorians entertain themselves in the evening?
Have people round to chat and play games
Read poetry and books
Stare longingly into the fire wishing for something fun to do
Visit the pub

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