Debate over Bradley Walsh's Isle of Wight question on ITV The Chase

The Chase, ITV <i>(Image: ITVX/The Chase)</i>
The Chase, ITV (Image: ITVX/The Chase)
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An Isle of Wight-related question on hit ITV show The Chase has divided opinion among Islanders.

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Airing yesterday (Tuesday), the episode saw the latest of four contestants go head-to-head with the dreaded Chaser.

But first they each had earn some money in the first round, known as the cash builder.

Contestants have just one minute to answer as many questions as possible and each correct answer is worth £1,000.

Second to have a go was Phoebe, a computer science teacher from London.

Among the questions asked by host Bradley Walsh was: "What Island off the south coast refers to the rest of the Britain as North Island?"

Phoebe answered "Isle of Wight", banking herself £1,000.


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It's fair to say the answer has provoked debate among Islanders on social media.

After airing, the clip was posted on Facebook and has, to date, attracted over 180 comments.

Wendy commented: "Never heard anyone call the mainland the North Island."

This was echoed by Martin, who said: "Islanders have never called the mainland North Island in my lifetime. I was born in Ventnor in July 1953."

David added: "46 years living here and never heard of that."

Not everyone was in agreement, though.

Simon said: "Been here nearly 40 years and have heard it called North Island."

Meanwhile, Louise said: "Yes - always North Island and our family call the IOW South Island."

Sue said: "Yes many true Islanders call the mainland 'North Island'.

"Hubby and I have always called it that as have many of our friends and family."

As for Phoebe, she banked a total of £3,000 and did make it through to the next round.

What do you call the the rest of Britain? Let us know on our Facebook page.

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