Exploring the Historic Treasures of Trinity Library

The Trinity Library in Dublin, founded in 1592, is renowned for its Long Room, which houses 200,000 of its oldest books and is adorned with marble busts of notable figures. The library also contains significant artifacts like the 1916 Proclamation, the Trinity College Harp, and the Book of Kells. As Ireland's largest library, it holds the unique right to obtain all published materials in the country for free.

In which year was the Trinity Library in Dublin founded?

• 1600

• 1700

• 1800

• 1592

What is the length of the Long Room in the Trinity Library?

• 400 feet

• 300 feet

• 213 feet

• 150 feet

Which of the following is NOT housed in the Long Room?

• The 1916 Proclamation of the Irish Republic

• The Magna Carta

• The Trinity College Harp

• The Book of Kells

From which century is the Trinity College Harp?

• 12th century

• 15th century

• 18th century

• 20th century

What unique right does the Trinity Library hold in Ireland?

• It can sell books internationally

• It can publish its own books

• It can host international authors

• It can obtain books published in Ireland for free