Question 1

From which country does Paddington Bear originally hail, having travelled to London as a stowaway?

Accepted Answer

Peru. Paddington was sent to London by his Aunt Lucy, who had to go into the Home for Retired Bears in Lima — he travelled with a note around his neck reading 'Please look after this bear. Thank you.'

Question 2

What type of hat is Paddington Bear famously never seen without?

Accepted Answer

A wide-brimmed red hat. Paddington's distinctive wide-brimmed red hat was a gift from his Aunt Lucy before he left Peru, and it became one of his most recognisable features alongside his duffle coat and marmalade sandwiches.

Question 3

The Brown family found Paddington Bear sitting alone on a platform at which London railway station, giving him his name?

Accepted Answer

Paddington station. Paddington station was chosen by author Michael Bond simply because it was near his home in London — he bought the bear as a gift for his wife from a shop near the station on Christmas Eve 1956.

Question 4

Which British author created Paddington Bear, first introducing him to the world in 1958?

Accepted Answer

Michael Bond. Michael Bond reportedly bought a small toy bear on Christmas Eve 1956 as a last-minute gift for his wife, which inspired the creation of Paddington Bear.

Question 5

What is the name of the kindly Brown family housekeeper who often clashes with Paddington's well-meaning but chaotic antics?

Accepted Answer

Mrs Bird. Mrs Bird, despite frequently being exasperated by Paddington's mishaps, has a soft spot for the bear and is one of his staunchest defenders.

Question 6

What is the address of the Brown family home, where Paddington takes up residence?

Accepted Answer

32 Windsor Gardens. 32 Windsor Gardens has become one of the most famous fictional addresses in British children's literature, alongside the likes of 4 Privet Drive.

Question 7

What is the name of the elderly Peruvian bear who raised Paddington and first taught him about life and marmalade?

Accepted Answer

Aunt Lucy. Aunt Lucy sent Paddington to London because she felt he was ready to seek his fortune — she herself went to live in the Home for Retired Bears in Lima.

Question 8

The classic 1975 BBC animated Paddington series used stop-motion animation with a distinctive visual style. Which actor provided the narration and voices for that beloved series?

Accepted Answer

Michael Hordern. Sir Michael Hordern's warm, distinctive voice became so synonymous with Paddington that many fans consider his narration inseparable from the character.

Question 9

What is the full birth name of Paddington Bear's creator, whose middle name is the one by which he became famous?

Accepted Answer

Thomas Michael Bond. Michael Bond's first name Thomas was so little-used that even many dedicated fans are unaware of it — he was Michael to everyone throughout his life.

Question 10

Mr Gruber's antique shop, where Paddington regularly visits for elevenses, is located on which famous London market street?

Accepted Answer

Portobello Road. Portobello Road is one of London's most famous antique markets, making it the perfect fictional home for Mr Gruber's shop — and a real place Paddington fans can visit today.

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Paddington Bear Quiz — Questions and Answers

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1easyFrom which country does Paddington Bear originally hail, having travelled to London as a stowaway?

2easyWhat type of hat is Paddington Bear famously never seen without?

3easyThe Brown family found Paddington Bear sitting alone on a platform at which London railway station, giving him his name?

4mediumWhich British author created Paddington Bear, first introducing him to the world in 1958?

5mediumWhat is the name of the kindly Brown family housekeeper who often clashes with Paddington's well-meaning but chaotic antics?

6mediumWhat is the address of the Brown family home, where Paddington takes up residence?

7mediumWhat is the name of the elderly Peruvian bear who raised Paddington and first taught him about life and marmalade?

8hardThe classic 1975 BBC animated Paddington series used stop-motion animation with a distinctive visual style. Which actor provided the narration and voices for that beloved series?

9hardWhat is the full birth name of Paddington Bear's creator, whose middle name is the one by which he became famous?

10hardMr Gruber's antique shop, where Paddington regularly visits for elevenses, is located on which famous London market street?

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