The CN Tower is one of the most recognizable structures in North America, defining Toronto’s skyline for decades. This quiz is a great way to see how much you know about its history, construction, and key features.
You will see questions about its incredible height, the materials used during its construction, and its unique design elements. Some facts focus on the famous EdgeWalk, while others cover the iconic revolving restaurant.
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In which Canadian city is the iconic CN Tower located?
Vancouver
Vancouver
Montreal
Montreal
Ottawa
Ottawa
Toronto
Toronto
In what year was the construction of the CN Tower officially completed?
1976
1976
1980
1980
1984
1984
1972
1972
What was the primary original purpose for constructing the CN Tower?
Clock tower
Clock tower
Lighthouse
Lighthouse
Telecommunications tower
Telecommunications tower
Observation deck only
Observation deck only
What is the official total height of the CN Tower?
573.3 meters
573.3 meters
593.3 meters
593.3 meters
533.3 meters
533.3 meters
553.3 meters
553.3 meters
Which structure did the CN Tower surpass to become the world’s tallest free-standing structure upon its completion?
Empire State Building
Empire State Building
Ostankino Tower
Ostankino Tower
Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa
Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower
At what height above the ground is the famous Glass Floor located?
322 meters
322 meters
382 meters
382 meters
342 meters
342 meters
362 meters
362 meters
What was the name of the helicopter that assisted in lifting the antenna segments to the top of the tower?
Olga
Olga
Sven
Sven
Helga
Helga
Igor
Igor
What is the name of the revolving dining facility located near the top of the CN Tower?
LookOut Level
LookOut Level
360 Restaurant
360 Restaurant
SkyPod
SkyPod
EdgeWalk
EdgeWalk
How long does it take for the 360 Restaurant to complete one full rotation?
72 minutes
72 minutes
90 minutes
90 minutes
80 minutes
80 minutes
60 minutes
60 minutes
The tower’s main concrete shaft contains a staircase that reaches how many stories?
167 stories
167 stories
137 stories
137 stories
147 stories
147 stories
157 stories
157 stories
How thick is the reinforced glass used for the CN Tower’s Glass Floor?
2.5 inches
2.5 inches
5.0 inches
5.0 inches
1.5 inches
1.5 inches
3.5 inches
3.5 inches
In what year did the CN Tower launch its famous hands-free walk on the edge of the main pod?
2008
2008
2011
2011
2005
2005
2015
2015
How wide is the ledge used for the EdgeWalk experience?
2 meters wide
2 meters wide
1 meter wide
1 meter wide
0.5 meters wide
0.5 meters wide
1.5 meters wide
1.5 meters wide
What is the height of the SkyPod, the highest observation level in the tower?
400 meters
400 meters
350 meters
350 meters
447 meters
447 meters
500 meters
500 meters
Which structure ended the CN Tower’s 32-year reign as the world’s tallest free-standing structure in 2007?
Shanghai Tower
Shanghai Tower
Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree
Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa
Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower
Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower
What is the primary material used to construct the main shaft of the CN Tower?
Composite plastic
Composite plastic
Steel beams
Steel beams
Concrete
Concrete
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Which entity originally commissioned the construction of the CN Tower?
City of Toronto
City of Toronto
Ontario Hydro
Ontario Hydro
Department of Public Works
Department of Public Works
Canadian National Railway
Canadian National Railway
Approximately how much does the entire concrete structure of the CN Tower weigh?
110,000 tonnes
110,000 tonnes
150,000 tonnes
150,000 tonnes
130,000 tonnes
130,000 tonnes
170,000 tonnes
170,000 tonnes
Approximately how long does it take for the glass-fronted elevators to reach the observation levels?
68 seconds
68 seconds
78 seconds
78 seconds
58 seconds
58 seconds
48 seconds
48 seconds
What natural phenomenon is the CN Tower specifically engineered to withstand, striking it roughly 75 to 200 times a year?
Tornadoes
Tornadoes
Hurricane-force winds
Hurricane-force winds
Lightning strikes
Lightning strikes
Earthquakes
Earthquakes
What is the architectural cross-section shape of the CN Tower’s main concrete column?
A Y-shape
A Y-shape
A circular shape
A circular shape
A square shape
A square shape
A T-shape
A T-shape
The CN Tower is a founding member of which international organization meant to promote iconic towers?
Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
International Society of Landmarks
International Society of Landmarks
Global Observation Deck Association
Global Observation Deck Association
World Federation of Great Towers
World Federation of Great Towers
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