No peeking… unless you’ve had a go! Here are the answers to the Somerset Carnival Quiz from our 2025 Wells City Carnival Programme — how many did you get right?

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​1. Which Somerset town is famous for holding the biggest illuminated carnival in Europe?
✅ b) Bridgwater
Bridgwater Carnival is world-famous and the largest of its kind in Europe!

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2. The Somerset Carnivals are held to celebrate which historic event?
✅ b) The Gunpowder Plot of 1605
They began as a way to commemorate Guy Fawkes Night.

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3. What is the name given to the huge decorated vehicles that parade through the streets?
✅ b) Carts
In Somerset, they’re called “carts,” not floats!

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4. In how many towns does the Mid-Somerset Carnival Circuit take place?
✅ c) 7
It includes Glastonbury, Wells, Shepton Mallet, Burnham-on-sea, North Petherton, Weston-super-mare and Bridgwater.

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5. What are the volunteers who collect donations during the carnival called?
✅ b) Street Collection Teams
They raise thousands for local charities every year.

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6. True or False: All Somerset Carnival carts are powered by tractors.
✅ True
Tractors pull the huge illuminated carts along the route.

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7. Which rock band’s music has been used on more than one carnival cart?
✅ b) AC/DC
Their high-energy music is a carnival favourite!

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8. What happens to roads along the procession route during carnival?
✅ b) They are closed until marshals say it’s safe
This keeps spectators, performers, and drivers safe.

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9. Which town usually kicks off the Somerset Carnival season each year?
✅ a) Bridgwater
Bridgwater Carnival traditionally starts the season with a bang!

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10. What is the name of the illuminated walking entries that parade alongside the carts?

✅ Answer: c) Masqueraders
These are walking entries with stunning costumes and often amazing light effects, adding even more sparkle to the carnival!

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🏆 Your Carnival Score

• 0–3: 🎈 Carnival Beginner – Stick with us, you’ll soon be an expert!

• 4–7: 🎶 Carnival Fan – You know your carts from your costumes!

• 8–10: 🎭 Carnival Expert – You’re a true Somerset Carnival star!