How well do you know Hertfordshire and Middlesex's waterways?

From the rivers, streams, brooks, canals and lakes - how much do you know about the waterways found near you?

Quiz Questions

1.
Which river in places forms the boundary between Hertfordshire and Essex?
- A.
  River Lea
- B.
  River Colne
- C.
  River Stort
- D.
  River Beane
2.
Why were Tring Reservoirs originally built?
- A.
  To provide drinking water for the local population
- B.
  To provide a wildlife haven for wetland birds
- C.
  To provide water for the nearby canal
- D.
  To quarry materials for building
3.
What percentage of the world's chalk streams are found in Hertfordshire?
- A.
  None
- B.
  1%
- C.
  5%
- D.
  10%
4.
Which is of these rivers is the only one to flow through both Hertfordshire and Middlesex?
- A.
  River Thames
- B.
  River Colne
- C.
  River Lea
- D.
  River Hiz
5.
Which three rivers meet at Rickmansworth?
- A.
  River Colne
- B.
  River Beane
- C.
  River Mimram
- D.
  River Hiz
- E.
  River Gade
- F.
  River Stort
- G.
  River Chess
6.
Which is the longest river in Hertfordshire?
- A.
  River Colne
- B.
  River Lea
- C.
  River Stort
- D.
  River Oughton
7.
Where does the majority of drinking water for Hertfordshire come from?
- A.
  Tring Reservoirs
- B.
  The New River
- C.
  Chalk aquifers
- D.
  Hilfield Park Reservoir

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Minnow
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You know a little about our rivers, but you're still a beginner! Not to worry though, keep learning!
2.
Mallard
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You definitely know a good amount about our rivers! There is always so much to learn so keep at it and you'll be an expert in no time!
3.
Kingfisher
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You are a fully flighted expert on our waterways, so keep spreading your knowledge and share it with others!