But how about you? Here are nine questions to test you. Answers are at the end. No cheating mind.
5. Great town, great show
Who played the mother, Pauline Pearson, in the sitcom Hebburn? A. Jan Ravens B. Helen Lederer C. D. Gina McKee Photo: Shields Gazette
6. Jarrow's musical maestro
In Alan Price’s Jarrow Song, what is the surname of the character mentioned in the first line? A. Macintosh B. MacCormack C. MacIntyre D. McCulloch Photo: Shields Gazette
7. One of the most popular authors of all time
In 2003, who ended Catherine Cookson’s 17-year reign as the most borrowed author from UK libraries A. JK Rowling B. Jacqueline Wilson C. Ben Elton D. Ian Rankin Photo: Shields Gazette
8. Go Joe!
In which year did Joe McElderry win The X Factor? A. 2007 B. 2009 C. 2011 D. 2013 Photo: Shields Gazette