You think that the best thing about history is finding out about the lives of the people who existed before you. Naturally curious and compassionate, chances are you love people watching.

You are adventurous, ambitious and maybe just a touch mischievous. You think that the best way to learn new things is to experience them first hand, so rarely find yourself without weekend plans.

Kind and practical, your historical interests tend towards objects of use or innovation. Your headstrong nature enables to you pursue your passions vehemently, and you are a firm believer in trying your absolute best.

You like your history with a touch of whimsy, and consider the gaining of knowledge not only a noble pursuit, but a magical and rewarding one too. You look for the silver lining wherever possible, and know not to take yourself too seriously. This quiz is brought to you by Our Lincolnshire, an Arts Council England funded initiative promoting heritage in Lincolnshire. All of the objects featured here can be found in and around Lincolnshire. Learn more about these objects and curate your own heritage collection using the My Lincolnshire Collection web app.

You seek beauty and elegance in all things, and so are particularly geared towards more aesthetically pleasing historical objects. You are calm and eloquent, and like to approach new or difficult situations with a clear mind.

Your enthusiasm for your craft is infectious to the extent that your friends frequently ask you about your passions because they love to see how happy it makes you to discuss them. Historically speaking, you have a special tendency towards the medieval period.