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Palaeontology Firsts & Discoveries

Palaeontology

A look at the most significant first discoveries and historical milestones in the study of ancient life.

fossils dinosaurs history

2 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Apr 6, 2026

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1 Which was the first dinosaur to be officially named and described in 1824?

A Tyrannosaurus
B Megalosaurus
C Stegosaurus
D Triceratops

2 Who coined the term 'Dinosauria' in 1842?

A Charles Darwin
B Richard Owen
C Mary Anning
D Gideon Mantell

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