"Oxford" is also called _______ ?
Correct answer: C. City of Dreaming Spire
- A. City of Palaces
- B. City of Empires
- C. City of Dreaming Spire
- D. City of Gardens
Explanation
Oxford is known as the “City of Dreaming Spires,” a phrase referring to the distinctive pointed towers and spires of its historic university buildings. The nickname was popularised by poet Matthew Arnold.
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