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The Fairy Queen: A Heritage Train Ride Through the Nilgiri Mountains

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Which of the following is NOT a stop on The Fairy Queen's route?

  1. Coonoor

  2. Ooty

  3. Mettupalayam

  4. Kotagiri


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen's route includes Coonoor, Ooty, and Mettupalayam, but not Kotagiri.

What is the name of the locomotive that pulls The Fairy Queen?

  1. X class

  2. Y class

  3. Z class

  4. W class


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen is pulled by an X class locomotive, which is a type of steam locomotive.

How many carriages does The Fairy Queen have?

  1. 3

  2. 4

  3. 5

  4. 6


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen has four carriages, which are named after flowers found in the Nilgiri Mountains.

What is the maximum speed of The Fairy Queen?

  1. 25 km/h

  2. 30 km/h

  3. 35 km/h

  4. 40 km/h


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen's maximum speed is 25 km/h, due to the steep gradients of the Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

How long does the journey on The Fairy Queen take?

  1. 4 hours

  2. 5 hours

  3. 6 hours

  4. 7 hours


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The journey on The Fairy Queen takes approximately 5 hours, including stops at various stations along the route.

What is the fare for a ride on The Fairy Queen?

  1. $100

  2. $150

  3. $200

  4. $250


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The fare for a ride on The Fairy Queen is $150 per person.

What is the best time of year to ride The Fairy Queen?

  1. Summer

  2. Monsoon

  3. Winter

  4. Spring


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The best time of year to ride The Fairy Queen is during the winter months (October to March), when the weather is mild and the scenery is at its best.

What is the name of the station where The Fairy Queen departs from?

  1. Coonoor

  2. Ooty

  3. Mettupalayam

  4. Udhagamandalam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen departs from Mettupalayam station, which is located at the foot of the Nilgiri Mountains.

What is the name of the station where The Fairy Queen arrives?

  1. Coonoor

  2. Ooty

  3. Mettupalayam

  4. Udhagamandalam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen arrives at Ooty station, which is located in the heart of the Nilgiri Mountains.

What is the total distance covered by The Fairy Queen during its journey?

  1. 26 km

  2. 46 km

  3. 66 km

  4. 86 km


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen covers a total distance of 46 km during its journey from Mettupalayam to Ooty.

How many tunnels does The Fairy Queen pass through during its journey?

  1. 10

  2. 15

  3. 20

  4. 25


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen passes through 15 tunnels during its journey, which are a testament to the engineering marvel of the Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

How many bridges does The Fairy Queen cross during its journey?

  1. 20

  2. 30

  3. 40

  4. 50


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen crosses 30 bridges during its journey, which are a testament to the engineering marvel of the Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

What is the highest point reached by The Fairy Queen during its journey?

  1. 1,000 meters

  2. 1,500 meters

  3. 2,000 meters

  4. 2,500 meters


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen reaches a maximum altitude of 2,200 meters above sea level during its journey.

What is the name of the UNESCO World Heritage Site that The Fairy Queen passes through?

  1. Nilgiri Mountain Railway

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Taj Mahal

  4. Qutub Minar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen passes through the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What is the name of the famous hill station that The Fairy Queen visits during its journey?

  1. Coonoor

  2. Ooty

  3. Kotagiri

  4. Wellington


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fairy Queen visits the famous hill station of Ooty during its journey.

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