What are the Houmets?

Q: What are the Houmets?


A: The Houmets are islets to the east of Guernsey in the Channel Islands.

Q: What is the meaning of the word "Hou" in Norman/Guernésiais?


A: "Hou" in Norman/Guernésiais means islets.

Q: Which islets are part of the Houmets?


A: Houmet Benest/Houmet Benêt, Houmet Paradis, and Houmet Hommetol (Omptolle) are amongst the islets that are part of the Houmets.

Q: Are the Houmets tidal islands?


A: Yes, the Houmets are tidal islands.

Q: Who suggests that the Houmets were heavily eroded by quarrying?


A: Victor Hugo suggests that the Houmets were heavily eroded by quarrying.

Q: Was Crevichon off Herm heavily eroded by quarrying?


A: Yes, Crevichon off Herm was certainly heavily eroded by quarrying.

Q: Does Victor Coysh agree with Victor Hugo's suggestion about the Houmets?


A: No, Victor Coysh disagrees with Victor Hugo's suggestion about the Houmets.

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