Question 1: Which village lies below the slopes of Mam Tor?
A. Bakewell
B. Castleton
C. Buxton
Mam Tor rises above the village of Castleton in England’s Peak District, making the village a key landmark near its base.
Correct Answer: Castleton
Question 2: What mineral is uniquely found near Mam Tor?
A. Blue John
B. Amethyst
C. Malachite
Blue John is a rare form of fluorite found in few places on Earth, with notable deposits in nearby Blue John Cavern.
Correct Answer: Blue John
Question 3: What does the Old English word ‘mam’ signify?
A. Mother
B. Mountain
C. Hilltop
In Old English, ‘mam’ means ‘mother’, referring to how Mam Tor appears to cradle surrounding smaller hills.
Correct Answer: Mother