Weakest Link – Question & Answer Guide

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1810 saw the Golden Jubilee, or reign, of which British monarch? George III

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A ‘Beemer’ refers to what type of car? BMW
A ‘Bloody Mary’ cocktail is made from tomato juice and which alcoholic spirit? Vodka
A ‘charcuterie’ is a shop selling meat products from which animal? Pig
A ‘Clicker’ is a popular name for which hand-held piece of TV technology? Remote Control
A ‘Drongo’ is a type of what? Bird
A ‘fin’ is a slang word for which amount of money? $5
A ‘Junk’ and a ‘Schooner’ are both what type of transportation? Ship
A ‘keg’ is a small cask or barrel generally having a capacity of 136.4 liters, or how many gallons? 30
A ‘Kibbutz’ is a collective farm or settlement in which middle eastern country? Israel
A ‘Lepidopterist’ is someone who collects what? Butterflies
A ‘Singapore Sling’ cocktail is made from which alcoholic spirit? Gin
A British stamp issued in 1840 was a one-penny stamp that featured which monarch? Victoria
A butterfly having brown wings with white markings, is called a ‘White ‘ what? Admiral
A caf that specializes in serving fried food is often known as a ‘Greasy ‘ what? Spoon
A campanologist is involved in the study of what? Bells
A Centenary is celebrated after how many years? 100
A chef cooks 40 rolls but burns 10: what fraction are left? 3/4
A chef cooks 60 loaves but burns 20, what fraction are left? 2/3
A cocktail made from Bourbon, Vermouth and Angostura bitters is named after which borough of New York? Manhattan
A commemorative stamp issued on May 23, 2001 honored what group? Veterans
A company making a friendly counter-bid for a company which is the target of a hostile take-over bid is known as a ‘White ‘ what? Knight
A compound of iron and sulfur is known as ‘Fool’s ‘ what’? Gold
A cook of the highest standard is known as Cordon what? Bleu
A current political group’s initials are NRA. What does the ‘R’ stand for in the acronym? Rifle
A cuttlefish is what type of animal: a mollusk or a crustacean? Mollusk
A delicate or tricky situation is often referred to as which hot vegetable? Potato
A dessert consisting of halved peaches, vanilla ice cream, covered in a certain sauce is named after which Australian opera singer, born Helen Mitchell? Nellie Melba
A dessert consisting of hot meringue and cold ice cream shares part of its name with which North American state? Alaska
A dramatic musical work on a serious theme in which the entire libretto is sung is described as Grand ‘ what? Opera
A drawing by which 16th century artist was found at Castle Howard in Yorkshire in 2000? Michelangelo
A famous rodeo is celebrated annually in which city in Alberta, Western Canada? Calgary
A female swan is called a pen but what is a male swan called? Cob
A former home of Ernest Hemingway is now a museum in which Cuban city? Havana
A former home of William Shakespeare, Mary Arden’s House is now an attraction in which English county? Warwickshire
A Golden Jubilee is celebrated after how many years? 50
A group of bees is known as a ‘what’? Swarm
A group of which animals can be referred to as a ‘Kindle’? Kittens
A hotel of the highest standard has how many stars? 5
A joke device for making a rude noise when sat upon is known as a ‘Whoopee ‘ what? Cushion
A Ketubbah is a marriage document in which religion? Judaism
A license for which form of entertainment was first introduced in 1946? Television
A major work of a composer is described in Latin as a ‘Magnum ‘ what? Opus
A male swan is called a ‘what’? Cob
A McDonald’s restaurant first opened in which Russian city in 1990? Moscow
A mihrab is a decorated niche in a mosque to show the direction of which holy city of Islam? Mecca
A Moor’s head appears on the flag of which French Mediterranean island? Corsica
A mouse, modem and monitor are all involved in the use of what ‘C’? Computer
A museum dedicated to which former member of the Beatles recently opened in Tokyo? John Lennon
A national forest in Missouri is named after what American author of ‘The Adventures of Tom Sawyer’? Mark Twain
A person born on June 17th is which sign of the zodiac? Gemini
A person of which religion would wear a surplice and cassock? Christianity
A person of which religion would wear the Five K’s? Sikhism
A person who leads congregational prayer in a mosque is known as an ‘Imam’ and comes from what religion? Islam
A picador is a participant in which sport? Bullfighting
A platinum wedding anniversary celebrates how many years of marriage? 70
A priest from what religion is also known as a ‘Rabbi’? Judaism
A primitive form of it was played in Egypt as early as 5200 B.C.; what is the most popular participation sport in the U.S.? Bowling
A Quartet is a musical composition for how many instruments? 4
A region of space where the pull of gravity is so strong that nothing can escape, is called a ‘Black ‘ what? Hole
A rock obelisk about 15 feet tall flanked by U.S. and Canadian flags marks the geographical center of North America in which North Dakota town? Rugby
A ruby wedding anniversary celebrates how many years of marriage? 40
A satellite from which country crash-landed in Canada in 1978? Soviet Union
A satellite from which country was the first man-made satellite to orbit the earth in 1957? U.S.S.R.
A sericulturist is interested in the production of which type of natural fiber? Silk
A ship with a long flight deck that permits take-offs and landings by military aircraft is known as an aircraft what? Carrier
A single, white, five-pointed star appears on a blue background on the flag of which country? Somalia
A slug is what type of animal: a mollusk or a crustacean? Mollusk
A Squab is the name given to the young of which bird? Pigeon
A steel wedding anniversary celebrates how many years of marriage? 11
A sworn written statement used in court is known as what? Affidavit
A tale of murder, lust, greed, revenge, and seafood’ is the tagline to the 1988 film written by and starring John Cleese, entitled ‘A Fish Called ‘ what? Wanda
A team from which sport has more players: volleyball or baseball? Baseball
A Toreador is a participant in which sport? Bullfighting
A toxophilite is a lover of which target shooting sport? Archery
A train that runs on a single rail is known as a what? Monorail
A wedding ring is traditionally worn on the third finger of which hand: left or right? Left
About 10 percent of which country is covered by inland waters: Finland or Luxembourg? Finland
Acapulco is a holiday resort in which country? Mexico

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According to ‘The Book of Acts’, how many days after Easter did the Ascension take place? 40 Days
According to a Carole King hit of 1962 and 1972, ‘It Might as Well what… Until September’? Rain
According to a Carole King hit of 1962 and 1972, ‘It Might as Well Rain Until ‘ when? September
According to a World War II propaganda slogan ‘Careless talk costs ‘ what? Lives
According to Alexander Pope, who ‘ rush in where angels fear to tread’? Fools
According to Alexander Pope, ‘To err is human, to forgive ‘ what? Divine
According to American tradition, ‘Paul ‘ who rode from Lexington to Massachusetts to warn of the British advance? Revere
According to American tradition, which animal is said to deliver chocolate Easter Eggs? Rabbit
According to an old expression, what is it that ‘Only fools and horses’ do? Work
According to an old saying ‘Mad dogs and what… go out in the mid-day sun’? Englishmen
According to area, which is the second largest country in the world? Canada
According to Arthurian Legend, Sir Gawain faced possible death against which giant knight? Green Knight
According to Arthurian Legend, who was Sir Galahad’s father? Lancelot
According to Christian custom, a tier of your wedding cake should be kept for what future occasion? Christening
According to Christian custom, what name is given to the public declaration of an intended marriage, formally announced prior to the wedding? Banns
According to current scientific theory, galaxies are moving apart at a rate which increases with their distance; who formulated this theory? Hubble
According to current scientific theory, the huge explosion which took place at the birth of the Universe is known as what? Big Bang
According to custom, if a business letter begins ‘Dear Sir’ should the following punctuation mark be a colon or a semicolon? Colon
According to custom, if someone is behaving very well, they are said to be as good as which metal? Gold
According to European superstition, if it rains on St. Swithin’s Day will it rain or be sunny for 40 days thereafter? Rain
According to Forbes, who is the richest person in America? Gates
According to Greek mythology, who was the first woman on earth? Pandora
According to Irish mythology, what name is given to a tiny, mischievous old man often with a cocked hat and leather apron? Leprechaun
According to legend, Friar Tuck was a member of whose band of ‘Merry Men’? Robin Hood
According to legend, in which English village on the northern coast of Cornwall is reputed to be the birthplace of King Arthur? Tintagel
According to legend, it is unlucky to mention which Shakespeare play in a theater: Hamlet or Macbeth? Macbeth
According to legend, what bird do sailors most fear? Albatross
According to legend, what shape was King Arthur’s table? Round
According to legend, what type of creature did St. George slay? Dragon
According to legend, what was the name of King Arthur’s nephew, who became his sworn enemy? Mordred
According to legend, where do sailors believe ‘Davy Jones’ Locker’ is? Sea Bed
According to legend, where was King Arthur buried? Avalon
According to legend, William Tell shot an arrow through which fruit on his son’s head? Apple
According to legend, William Tell was a folk hero from which country? Switzerland
According to mythology, what is a magic carpet said to be able to do? Fly
According to psychology professor and pet trainer Stanley Coren, which is the most intelligent breed of dog, the border collie or the poodle? Border Collie
According to St. Luke’s Gospel, for what reason did Mary and Joseph have to go to Bethlehem? Census
According to St. Matthew’s Gospel, what was the name of the King of Judea at the time of the birth of Jesus: David or Herod? Herod
According to superstition, carrying what part of a rabbit’s body is said to bring good luck? Foot
According to superstition, how many leaves does a lucky clover have? 4
According to superstition, it is bad luck to put new shoes on which piece of furniture? Table
According to superstition, it is considered bad luck to seat how many people at a dining table? 13
According to superstition, it is considered bad luck to walk under a what? Ladder
According to superstition, it is unlucky to walk under a what? Ladder
According to superstition, should spilled salt be thrown over the right or left shoulder? Left
According to superstition, what are you supposed to do to the Blarney Stone to be blessed with the powers of persuasion? Kiss It
According to superstition, what are you supposed to do with the money in your pocket if you see a new moon? Turn it over
According to superstition, what is it unlucky to walk under? Ladder
According to superstition, which article of a bride’s attire must the groom not see before the wedding day? Wedding Dress
According to the 1985 Paul Hardcastle single, what was the average age of American soldiers fighting in Vietnam? 19
According to the American Bar Association, even though the U.S. has just 5% of the world’s population, approximately what percentage of the world’s lawyers are from the U.S.? 70
According to the Bible the prisoner released instead of Jesus was a what? Thief
According to the Bible, how many cities were on the plain? 2
According to the Bible, how many days and nights did Moses spend in the mount before receiving the Ten Commandments? 40
According to the Bible, how many days did it rain on Noah’s Ark? 40
According to the Bible, how many Tribes of Israel were there? 12
According to the Bible, Moses had a sister named what? Miriam
According to the Bible, what number is the ‘number of the beast’? 666
According to the Bible, what was the name of the first man? Adam
According to the Bible, who committed the first murder? Cain
According to the Bible, who had seven hundred wives and three hundred concubines? Solomon
According to the Bible, who was the first woman on Earth? Eve
According to the Billboard charts, who had a #1 hit in 1957 with the song ‘Young Love’? Tab Hunter
According to the fairy tale, what did Jack exchange for the beans that grew into the magic Beanstalk? Cow
According to the Hans Christian Andersen story, which vegetable was felt by a Princess through twenty feather beds? Pea
According to the laws of science, do the majority of substances expand or contract when they are heated? Expand
According to the laws of science, does water expand or contract when cooled? Expand
According to the lyrics of Scott McKenzie’s 1967 hit song, you should be sure to wear flowers in your hair if you are going to which city? San Francisco
According to the lyrics of Scott McKenzie’s 1967 hit song, you should be sure to wear what in your hair if you are going to San Francisco? Flowers
According to the lyrics of the Beatles song ‘A Day in the Life’, how many holes were there in Blackburn, Lancashire? 4000
According to the musical ‘Oklahoma!’ by Rodgers and Hammerstein, ‘There’s a bright golden haze on the ‘ what? Meadow
According to the New Testament, on which Mediterranean island was Saint Paul shipwrecked? Malta
According to the New Testament, who baptized Jesus? John
According to the New Testament, who was Jesus’ earthly father? Joseph
According to the nursery rhyme ‘All the kings horses and all the kings men’ couldn’t put which character together again? Humpty Dumpty
According to the nursery rhyme ‘Ding Dong Bell’, which boy pulled pussy out of the well? Tommy Stout
According to the nursery rhyme, ‘Hey diddle diddle, the cat and the fiddle…’ what jumped over the moon? Cow
According to the nursery rhyme, on which day of the week did Solomon Grundy die? Saturday
According to the nursery rhyme, what was the name of the pipers son who stole a pig and away he ran? Tom
According to the nursery rhyme, where was the pussy cat put by Little Johnny Green? In the Well
According to the nursery rhyme, which day’s child has ‘far to go’? Thursday’s
According to the Old Testament, where did Noah’s Ark land after the Flood? Mount Ararat
According to the phrase, ‘I’m all right, ‘ who? Jack
According to the phrase, one would rob Peter to pay whom? Paul
According to the playground verse, how many ‘whacks’ total did Lizzie Borden give her father and mother? 81
According to the proverb ‘A miss is as good as a ‘ what? Mile
According to the proverb ‘If you play with fire you get ‘ what? Burned
According to the proverb ‘Laughter is the best ‘ what? Medicine
According to the proverb ‘There is a time and what for everything’? Place
According to the proverb ‘Too many what… spoil the broth’? Cooks
According to the proverb, ‘A what… is as good as a rest’? Change
According to the proverb, ‘A bad workman always blames his ‘ what? Tools
According to the proverb, ‘A bird in the hand is worth two in the ‘ what? Bush
According to the proverb, ‘a bird in the hand is worth two in the’ what? Bush
According to the proverb, ‘A fool and his… what… are soon parted’? Money
According to the proverb, ‘A miss is as good as a …’ what? Mile
According to the proverb, ‘A rolling stone gathers no ‘ what? Moss
According to the proverb, ‘A stitch in time saves ‘ what? Nine
According to the proverb, ‘a stitch in time saves’ what? Nine
According to the proverb, ‘all work and no play makes who… a dull boy’? Jack
According to the proverb, ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor ‘ what? Away
According to the proverb, ‘An apple a day keeps the… what … away’? Doctor
According to the proverb, ‘Do not cast your what before swine’? Pearls
According to the proverb, ‘Every what, tells a story’? Picture
According to the proverb, ‘He who pays the piper ‘ what? Calls the Tune
According to the proverb, ‘He who pays the piper calls the ‘ what? Tune
According to the proverb, ‘Home is where the what is’? Heart
According to the proverb, ‘If wishes were horses, beggars would ‘ what? Ride
According to the proverb, ‘If You Can’t Be Good, Be ‘ what? Careful
According to the proverb, ‘If you pay peanuts, you get ‘ what? Monkeys
According to the proverb, ‘It’s easier to catch flies with honey than ‘ what? Vinegar
According to the proverb, ‘many a good tune is played on an old ‘ what? Fiddle
According to the proverb, ‘Many a true word is spoken in ‘ what? Jest
According to the proverb, ‘procrastination is the what of time’? Thief
According to the proverb, ‘Promises are made to be’ what? Broken
According to the proverb, ‘Still waters run ‘ what? Deep
According to the proverb, ‘The last what breaks the camel’s back’? Straw
According to the proverb, ‘The proof of the what is in the eating’? Pudding
According to the proverb, ‘The road to Hell is paved with good ‘ what? Intentions
According to the proverb, ‘The Way To A Man’s …’ what is through his stomach? Heart
According to the proverb, ‘The way to a man’s heart is through his ‘ what? Stomach
According to the proverb, ‘There is more than one way to skin a ‘ what? Cat
According to the proverb, ‘There is no place like ‘ what? Home
According to the proverb, ‘There’s many a good tune played on an old ‘ what? Fiddle
According to the proverb, ‘There’s many a slip ‘twixt cup and ‘ what? Lip
According to the proverb, ‘there’s many a slip twixt cup and ‘ what? Lip
According to the proverb, ‘Time and tide wait for ‘ who? No man
According to the proverb, ‘Too many what … spoil the broth’? Cooks
According to the proverb, ‘Too many what spoil the broth’? Cooks
According to the proverb, ‘Too many cooks spoil the ‘ what? Broth
According to the proverb, ‘Two heads are better than ‘ what? One
According to the proverb, ‘You can’t shake hands with a ‘ what? Clenched Fist
According to the proverb, ‘You cannot have your cake, and what… it too’? Eat
According to the proverb, ‘You cannot run with the hare, and hunt with the ‘ what? Hounds
According to the proverb, Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and ‘ what? Wise
According to the proverb, if two is company, how many make up a crowd? 3
According to the proverb, the month of March is said to come in like a lion and go out like a what? Lamb
According to the proverb, there is no…what…among thieves? Honor
According to the proverb, what ‘In the hand’ is worth ‘two in the bush’? Bird
According to the proverb, what are you supposed to make while the sun shines? Hay
According to the proverb, what color sky at night is ‘Shepherd’s Delight’? Red
According to the proverb, what do ‘too many cooks spoil’? Broth
According to the proverb, what does every cloud have? Silver lining
According to the proverb, what don’t ‘Dead men tell’? Tales
According to the proverb, what is ‘the spice of life’? Variety
According to the proverb, what might ‘fly if they had wings’? Pigs
According to the proverb, what should one make ‘while the sun shines’? Hay
According to the proverb, what type of penny ‘always turns up’? Bad
According to the proverb, what will ‘move mountains’? Faith
According to the proverb, which creatures desert a sinking ship? Rats
According to the proverb, which day never comes? Tomorrow
According to the proverb, which sleeping creatures should you let lie? Dogs
According to the proverb, you should cut your coat according to your what? Cloth
According to the proverb, you shouldn’t wash your dirty linen in what? Public
According to the saying about being apart from loved ones, absence makes the heart grow ‘ what? Fonder
According to the saying about family loyalty, blood is thicker than what? Water
According to the saying, ‘Faint heart never won ‘ what? Fair Maiden
According to the saying, ‘Fools Rush In, Where Angels Fear To.’ what? Tread
According to the saying, ‘no matter rain, snow, sleet or hail, the what must get through’? Mail
According to the saying, ‘One good turn deserves”” what? Another
According to the saying, ‘You cannot run with the hare and run with the ‘ what? Hounds
According to the saying, a blundering or tactless person is known as a ‘Bull in a ‘ what? China Shop
According to the saying, if something is selling very quickly, it is said to be selling like what? Hotcakes
According to the saying, inciting rage or anger in someone is like ‘Waving a red rag at a ‘ what? Bull
According to the saying, it is not a good idea to set the cat among what type of birds? Pigeons
According to the saying, on which cloud are you sitting if you are happy? 9
According to the saying, people who live in glasshouses shouldn’t do what? Throw stones
According to the saying, someone who enjoys unpleasant work is a glutton for what? Punishment
According to the saying, what comes before a fall? Pride
According to the saying, what does a stitch in time save? 9
According to the saying, what sort of creatures are involved in a ‘chase’ when a person pursues a fruitless task? Wild Geese
According to the saying, what spoils the broth? Too Many Cooks
According to the saying, with what does a bad workman blame? Tools
According to the slang saying, a weak or cowardly person has what kicked in their face? Sand
According to the slang saying, someone who wears glasses is said to have what eyes? Four
According to the song, ‘Frosty the Snowman’ had two eyes made out of what? Coal
According to the Sophie Tucker song, ‘Life Begins at ‘ what age? 40
According to the title of E.B. White’s novel published in 1952, whose web was it? Charlotte’s
According to the title of Elton John’s 1973 hit, ‘Saturday Night’s Alright For ‘ what? Fighting
According to the title of George Orwell’s 1944 novel, what type of farm was it? Animal
According to the title of the Hitchcock film, how many steps were there? 39
According to the title of the Hitchcock film, which letter do you ‘Dial for Murder’? M
According to the title of the Shakespeare play, from which city was Pericles the Prince? Tyre
According to the title of the Weathergirl’s 1983 hit ‘It’s Raining’ what? Men
According to the well known saying, what ‘is worth a thousand words’? Picture
According to the well known saying, whose was ‘the face that launched a thousand ships’? Helen of Troy
According to theatrical superstition, it is considered unlucky to refer to which Shakespeare play by its title? Macbeth
According to theatrical superstition, what phrase is used to wish an actor good luck before a performance? Break a Leg
According to tradition, in a Christian marriage, does the bride stand on the left or the right side of the groom? Left
According to tradition, in a Christian marriage, does the bride wear her wedding ring on her right or left hand? Left
According to tradition, Queen Cleopatra used which animal to commit suicide? Asp
According to tradition, tying a knot around your what is said to help you remember something? Finger
According to tradition, what are you entitled to do if you see a shooting star? Make a Wish
According to tradition, what are you likely to find at the end of a rainbow? Pot of Gold
According to tradition, what did Marie Antoinette propose the people of France eat instead of bread? Cake
According to tradition, what did the English patron saint St. George kill at Uffington, in Oxfordshire? Dragon
According to tradition, what did the patron saint St. Patrick drive out of Ireland? Snakes
According to tradition, what did the Pilgrim Fathers name the spot where they landed in 1620? Plymouth Rock
According to tradition, what fuel does a first-footer bring to the house at New Years? Coal
According to tradition, what is a horseshoe or rabbit’s foot meant to bring to someone? Luck
According to tradition, when is ‘Auld Lang Syne’ sung? New Year’s Eve
According to tradition, who pays for the reception at a wedding? Bride’s Father

Acid…

Acid rain is caused by what polluting gas? Sulfur Dioxide
Acid rain is mainly caused by the release into the atmosphere of oxides of nitrogen and which other element? Sulfur
Acid rain is mainly caused by the release into the atmosphere of oxides of nitrogen and which other element? Sulfur
Acid rain is mainly caused by the release into the atmosphere of oxides of sulfur and which other element? Nitrogen
Acid rain is mainly caused by the release into the atmosphere of oxides of sulfur and which other element? Nitrogen
Actor John Cleese was married in real life to which of his ‘Fawlty Towers’ co-stars: Prunella Scales or Connie Booth? Connie Booth
Actor Paul Newman is married in real life to which film actress: Joanne Woodward or Katherine Ross? Joanne Woodward
Actress Catherine Zeta Jones is married to which Hollywood superstar? Michael Douglas
Actress Catherine Zeta Jones takes her middle name from which member of her family? Grandmother
Actress Sadie Frost is married to which British actor? Jude Law
Actress Zsa Zsa Gabor was convicted of slapping a member of which profession in 1989 in Beverley Hills? Policeman
Adapted for television, Colleen McCullough’s novel about a Roman Catholic priest was called ‘The Thorn ‘ what? Birds
Add the number of legs on a spider to the number of legs on two humans. 12
Add the number of sides in a hexagon to the number of days in the month of May 37
Add the number of signs of the Zodiac to the number of months in a year. 24
Add the square of three to the square of four – what is the result? 25
Add the square root of 81 to the square root of 100. 19
Adolf Hitler committed suicide in which year of the 1940s? 1945
Advent is the period before which festival in the Christian calendar? Christmas
After a long search, who was hired to replace Kathie Lee Gifford as Regis Philbin’s morning talk show co-host? Kelly Ripa
After becoming a demonstration sport at the 1988 Olympics, in which year did Tae Kwon Do become an official sport? 2000
After crossing Australia from coast to coast in 1860, what did explorers Burke and Willis die of on their return journey back from north to south? Starvation
After George W. Bush’s victory in 2001, who was appointed Secretary of State? Colin Powell
After his death in 1805, Lord Nelson’s body was brought back to Portsmouth preserved in what substance: Vinegar or Brandy? Brandy
After his death in 323 B.C., Alexander the Great’s body was preserved in what substance: wine or honey? Honey
After how many years of marriage would a couple celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary, 40, 50 or 60 years? 50
After the separation of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman in February 2001, who was first to file for divorce: Nicole Kidman or Tom Cruise? Tom Cruise
Agents Mulder and Scully are characters on what sci-fi TV drama? The X-Files
Aikido, Tae Kwon Do and Karate are known collectively as what arts? Martial
Ainsley Harriot was what type of performer before becoming a TV chef? Comedian
AirTrain is a new fully automated Light Rail Transit System that will link which airport’s terminals with the Long Island Rail Road and the New York City subway system? Kennedy
Alessandro Volta invented the first electric what? Battery
Alfred Hitchcock’s half-hour anthology show was entitled ‘Alfred Hitchcock …’ what? Presents
Alfred Russell Wallace co-authored a paper with whom on the ‘Theory of Natural Selection’ in 1858? Darwin
Algeria is on the north coast of Africa between Morocco and which other country? Tunisia
Ali McGraw and Ryan O’Neal starred in what romantic 1970 film? Love Story
Allan Stewart Konigsberg is the real name of which famous director and actor? Woody Allen
Aloysius and Augustine were the middle names of which Irish writer? James Joyce
Also known as Golgotha, what ‘C’ is the name of the hill on which Christ was crucified? Calvary
America’s Revolutionary War was triggered by the Battles of Lexington and Concord – in which century? 18th
American actor Sam Wanamaker was the driving force behind the rebuilding which theater? Globe
American actress and chat show host Roseanne was married to which ‘True Lies’ actor? Tom Arnold
American artist Anne Mary Moses, born in 1860, is best known as which family member? Grandma
American artist James Whistler’s most famous portrait, painted in 1871, features which member of his family? Mother
American inventor Benjamin Franklin is famous for his experiment of flying what during an electrical storm? Kite
American inventor Elisha G. Otis is famous for inventing which commonly seen piece of engineering? Elevator
American politician, and brother of John F Kennedy, Robert Kennedy was assassinated by Sirhan Sirhan in what year? 1968
American singer Ray Stevens sang about ‘Bridget the ‘ what? Midget
American singer Stevie Nicks was a singer and songwriter with which band? Fleetwood Mac
American Top 40’ host Casey Kasem provided the voice of which character in the children’s cartoon series ‘Scooby-Doo, Where Are You’? Shaggy
Among other things, what is juice is added to vodka to make a ‘Bloody Mary’? Tomato Juice
Among the hosts of the morning talk show ‘The View’, who is the youngest? Lisa Ling
An ‘Archipelago’ is a large collection or grouping of what? Islands
An octet is a musical composition for how many instruments? 8
An old American political slogan went: ‘Tippacanoe andwhat’? Tyler Too!
An ophthalmoscope is an instrument used to look inside which organ of the human body? Eye
An ophthalmoscope is used to inspect the interior of which organ of the body? Eye
An otoscope is an instrument used to look inside which organ of the human body? Ear
An Oxonian is a person born or living in which English city? Oxford
An unidentified flying object is known by which acronym? UFO
Anchorage is the largest city in which state? Alaska
And that’s the way it is’, was the trademark sign-off line for which newscaster? Walter Cronkite
Andy Warhol said everybody would get their “”what’ of fame? 15 minutes
Anna Mae Bullock, who had hits including ‘The Best’ and ‘Goldeneye’, is better known as who? Tina Turner
Annapolis, in Maryland, is a training college for which branch of the armed forces? Navy
Annie Oakley and Frank Butler sing ‘Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better’ in the musical entitled ‘Annie Get Your ‘ what? Gun
Antigua is situated in which island group: the Leeward Islands or the Windward Islands? Leeward
Anton Salieri was the sworn rival to which 18th century composer? Mozart
Apart from Atlanta and Los Angeles, which other American city has hosted the summer Olympic Games? St. Louis
Apart from hairdressing and shaving, what other activity was carried out by barbers between the 12th and 18th centuries? Surgery
Apart from water sports, which is the only Olympic sport in which men and women compete against each other in individual events? Equestrianism
Approximately 330 million people speak English as their first language, about how many million speak it as a second or third language? 600
Approximately how long have Homo Sapiens been on earth: 100,000 years or 1,000,000 years? “100 000 years”
Approximately how many minutes does it take for light from the Sun to reach the Earth? 8.5
Approximately what proportion of the earth’s surface is covered by water: 60% or 70%? 70%
April Fools’ Day falls on which date in April? 1st
Archangel is a Russian port near which sea? White Sea
Architect Oscar Niemayer created and coordinated the development of which South American capital city? Brasilia
Are insects warm or cold blooded? Cold
Are marsupials warm or cold blooded? Warm
Are the racecourses Belmont and Yonkers in New York or Maryland? New York
Arethusa is the goddess of springs and fountains in which ancient mythology? Greek
Argentina was a colony of which country until it became independent in 1816? Spain
Aristotle claimed that all matter on Earth was made of ‘earth, air, water, and …’ what else? Fire
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone and who else, were the three principal male actors who opened their first Planet Hollywood restaurant? Bruce Willis
Aromel and Grandee are types of which fruit? Strawberries
Around fifty countries boycotted the Moscow Olympics in which year? 1980
Art Tatum was an almost blind jazz musician famous for playing which instrument? Piano
As an alternative to ‘After the birth of Christ’, A.D. stands for ‘Anno ‘ what? Domini
As an alternative to ‘Before Christ’, BCE stands for ‘Before ‘ what? Common Era
As of 2000, what is the only event at the Olympics for which India has won a Gold Medal? Field Hockey
As of 2001, how many U.S. Senators have gone on to become president? 15
As of the year 2000, which pitcher is the career leader in Strikeouts with 5,714: Steve Carlton or Nolan Ryan? Ryan
As of the year 2000, who has the most Runs Batted In of any Major League Baseball player with 2,297? Henry Aaron
As well as being the abode of condemned souls and devils, ‘Hell’ is also a town in which state? Michigan
Ash Wednesday is the first day of what period in the Christian calendar? Lent
Aspartame is a well known type of what substance? Sweetener
Associated with the Hippocratic Oath, the Ancient Greek Hippocrates is traditionally regarded as the father of what? Medicine
Associated with the Rocky Mountains in America, is the Chinook a road, a wind or a river? Wind
At a national meeting of which womens’ organization was England’s prime minister Tony Blair subjected to slow hand-clapping and heckling by some of his audience? W.I.
At Stanford University, the Hoover Institution on War, Revolution and Peace is housed in what structure, more commonly known as ‘Hoover ‘ what? Tower
At the 1980 Moscow Olympics, Steve Ovett won which medal for the 1500 Meters: gold, silver or bronze? Bronze
At the 1994 Oscars, which actor took the Best Actor Oscar for his part in ‘Forrest Gump’? Tom Hanks
At the 1999 Oscars, which Best Actress winner famously cried as she made her acceptance speech? Gwyneth Paltrow
At the 2000 Sydney Olympics, Denise Lewis won which medal for the heptathlon: gold, silver or bronze? Gold
At the Academy Awards in 1972, which artist made headlines after refusing to accept an Oscar? Marlon Brando
At the end of the historic 1998 baseball season, how many home runs had been hit by Sammy Sosa of the Chicago Cubs? 66
At the end of which Shakespeare comedy of mistaken identities does Olivia marry Sebastian and Orsino marry Viola: ‘Twelfth ‘ what? Night
At the end of which Shakespeare tragedy subtitled ‘The Moor of Venice’ does the eponymous hero commit suicide? Othello
At the MTV Movie Awards 2000, who won best male performance? Keanu Reeves
At the start of a standard chess game, how many pieces does each player have? 16
At the start of a standard chess game, which piece is found between the Bishop and the Rook: the Knight or the Queen? Knight
At the Sydney Olympics in 2000, which nation won the most gold medals? America
At weddings, what does the bride traditionally throw over her shoulder to indicate who will be the next person to be married? Bouquet
At weddings, what name is given to the groom’s representative who traditionally gives a speech and proposes one of the wedding toasts? Best Man
At what age are people legally allowed to buy tobacco or tobacco products in the U.S.? 18
At what age did Henry lll, elder son of King John, succeed to the throne: 9 or 90? 9
At what age did Queen Victoria succeed William IV to the British throne: 19 or 29? 19
At what age does a Jewish boy celebrate his bar mitzvah? 13
At what height should the top face of the crossbar be set at according to NFL football rules? 10ft
At which fashion house is Stella McCartney chief designer? Chloe
At which sport did Bobby Hull star in? Ice Hockey
At which theater was President Lincoln shot? Ford
At which type of ceremony was rice traditionally thrown before paper confetti was introduced? Weddings
At which western U.S. Air Force base do the space shuttles sometimes land? Edwards
Atlanta is the capital of which US state? Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia hosted which famous international sporting event in 1996? Olympic Games
Atom Heart Mother’ was the first hit album for which band in 1970? Pink Floyd
Attorney general John Mitchell and presidential aide John Ehrlichman went to jail for their part in which U.S. political scandal of the early 1970s? Watergate
Auburn is a shade of which hair color? Brown
Auckland is a city in which Commonwealth country? New Zealand
Auction’ and ‘Contract’ are both popular forms of which card game? Bridge
Auction’ and ‘Contract’ are varieties of which card game? Bridge
Australia’s Kakadu National Park was used as a location for the 1986 film ‘what Dundee’ starring Paul Hogan? Crocodile
Australia’s Waratah National Park was used as a location for which 1970s children’s TV program? Skippy
Autofocus, SLR and Pinhole are all terms used to describe types of what? Camera
Avebury Stone Circle is a Neolithic monument situated in which English county? Wiltshire
Ayer’s Rock, located in the Kata Tjuta National Park, is made of which coarse-grained sandstone material? Arkose
Aylesbury’, ‘Ruddy’ and ‘Muscovy’ are breeds of which bird? Duck

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Backgammon is a board game for how many players? 2
Badminton House in Gloucestershire in Great Britain is a famous venue for which sport? Show jumping
Baffin Bay is a stretch of water between Canada and which country? Greenland
Balboa Park and SeaWorld are tourist attractions in what U.S. city? San Diego
Baptista is the father of the heroine in ‘The Taming of the Shrew’; what is his daughter’s name? Kate
Barbie’, ‘Ken’ and ‘G.I. Joe’ are examples of which type of collectible items for children? Dolls
Barnacle and Canadian are types of which family of aquatic birds? Geese
Based in London, England, the former Sadler’s Wells ballet company is now known by what name? Royal Ballet
Based in St. Petersburg, Russia, by what name was the Mariinsky Ballet previously known? Kirov
Bathing in milk was reputedly part of the beauty regimen of what ‘Queen of the Nile’? Cleopatra
Bazooka Joe’ was a character who appeared on the wrappers of which type of candy? Bubble Gum
Because of its opaque appearance, what name is given to glass which has been roughened in texture? Frosted
Because of its sparkling appearance, what name is given to glass to which a small amount of lead has been added? Crystal Glass
Because of the outbreak of major world wars, the modern Olympics were not held in 1916, 1940 and which year? 1944
Before basketball star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar became a Muslim, what was his name? Lew Alcindor
Beginning with ‘P’ what are there six of in billiards? Pockets
Beginning with the letter ‘B’, which lake can be found in Gwynedd, Wales? Bala
Ben and Jerry started their ice cream business in what state? Vermont
Ben Kingsley played ‘Itzhak Stern’ in which 1993 Oscar-winning film? Schindler’s List
Ben Kingsley played which historical character in a 1982 Oscar-winning film? Gandhi
Berber and shag are types of which floor covering? Carpet
Bermuda was discovered by the Spaniard Juan Bermudez in which century: 15th or 16th? 16th
Bernard Schwartz was the real name of which star of the ‘Boston Strangler’? Tony Curtis
Besides ‘The Twilight Zone’, what other series did Rod Serling host? Night Gallery
Besides Herbert Hoover, what other American president died at the age of 90? John Adams
Bethlehem is a steel mining city in what eastern state? Pennsylvania
Bette Midler played the character Rose in the film ‘Rose’ which was based on the life of which rock star? Janis Joplin
Between 1968 and 1971, the old London Bridge was dismantled, shipped to America and re-erected in which U.S. state? Arizona
Between 1968 and 1971, which bridge was dismantled, shipped to America and re-erected in Arizona? London
Bewick’s, Mute and Hooper are all species of which bird? Swan
Big Bird and Oscar were members of the which children’s program? Sesame Street
Big Daddy’ and ‘Jesse Ventura’ were associated with which sport? Wrestling
Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan starred in the 1989 romantic comedy ‘When Harry Met …’ whom? Sally
Blazing Saddles’, ‘High Anxiety’ and ‘Spaceballs’ were all made by which American film director? Mel Brooks
Bob Geldof and Midge Ure co-wrote the charity song ‘Do They Know it’s ‘ what? Christmas
Bobby Fischer became world champion at which game in 1972? Chess
Bombus’ is the scientific name given to which insect? Bumblebee
Boogie-woogie’ is a form of blues music originally played on which instrument? Piano
Born Frances Ethel Gumm, which actress and singer made her first film appearance in ‘The Big Revue’ in 1929? Judy Garland
Born in 1475, Buonarroti was the surname of which famous Florentine artist? Michelangelo
Born in 1836, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson was the first British woman to establish a practice in which profession? Medicine
Born in 1860, who wrote the plays ‘Uncle Vanya’ and ‘The Three Sisters’? Chekhov
Born in 1869, which Indian leader fought peacefully for freedom in South Africa? Gandhi
Born in 1925, which Blues musician is nicknamed ‘The Beale Street Blues Boy’: Muddy Waters or B.B. King? B.B. King
Born in 1935, by what name is singer John Royce Mathis better known? Johnny Mathis
Born in 1935, which singer had the 1976 number one Christmas hit ‘When a Child is Born’? Johnny Mathis
Born in 1937, by what name is actor John Joseph Nicholson Rose better known? Jack Nicholson
Born in 1943, which singer, who played with Big Brother and the Holding Company, was nicknamed ‘Pearl’: Janis Joplin or Cher? Janis Joplin
Born in 1964, by what name is American actor Nicholas Kim Coppola better known? Nicolas Cage
Born in Belarus, the painter and designer Marc Chagall is more commonly associated with which country? France
Born in Slough, England, Fiona May now represents which country at the long jump? Italy
Born Julia Elizabeth Wells, which actress and singer made her first film appearance in ‘Mary Poppins’ in 1964? Julie Andrews
Botanically, is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable? Fruit
Box Calf’, ‘Chamois’ and ‘Patent’ are all types of what? Leather
Boxer Mike Tyson was born in which decade? 1960s
Brad Pitt played the character Mickey O’Neil in which 2000 crime film? Snatch
Bramley’ and ‘Granny Smith’ are both types of which fruit? Apple
Brasilia is the capital of what country? Brazil
Breeds called ‘Cornish’, ‘Houdon’ and ‘Blue Orpington’ are all types of which farmyard animal? Chicken
Brian Mulroney, John Turner and Jean Chretien have all been prime minister of which country? Canada
Brie is a cheese from which European country? France
Brine is the name given to water saturated with which substance? Salt
British birds called the ‘Jay’ and the ‘Magpie’ are members of which family of birds? Crow
Bruce Wayne is better known as which fictional Gotham City crime fighter? Batman
Bryan Allen made the first man-powered flight over which stretch of water in ‘Gossamer Albatross’ in 1979? English Channel
Buckingham Palace is whose official London residence? The Queen
Buenaventura is a city and chief Pacific seaport in which South American country? Colombia
Buenos Aires is the capital city of which country? Argentina
Built around 2000 BC, on which Greek island are the ruins of the Minoan Palace at Knossos? Crete
Built around 2000 BC, the ruins of which ancient civilization stand on the island of Crete? Minoan
Built in 1939, what is the name of the railroad station in Los Angeles, considered by many to be the ‘Last of America’s great rail stations’? Union
Burmese, Ragdoll and Maine Coon are all types of which animal? Cats
Burmese, Siamese and Persian are all breeds of which domestic animal? Cat
Bushbucks’, ‘Koodu’ and ‘Bongo’ are what type of animal: antelope or kangaroo? Antelope
Bushido’ is the code of honor for the warriors of which Asian country? Japan
By the end of his life, what disability did Ludwig von Beethoven suffer from? Deafness
By what acronym is the Northern Atlantic Treaty Organization better known? NATO
By what acronym is the Royal Air Force better known? RAF
By what animal name are high rolling gamblers nicknamed? Whale
By what English name are the Islas Malvinas off South America known? Falklands
By what English name is the Rio de la Plata in South America known? River Plate
By what first name did American singer Harry Lillis Crosby become better known? Bing
By what first name did the entertainer Francis Albert Sinatra become famous? Frank
By what name is ‘The Banana Boat Song’ more familiarly known? Day-O
By what name is comic actor Edward Regan Murphy better known? Eddie Murphy
By what name is comic director and writer, Allen Stewart Konigsberg better known? Woody Allen
By what name is the country Burma known today? Myanmar
By what name is the early 20th century art movement associated with Andre Masson, Paul Delvaux and Joan Miro known? Surrealism
By what name is the late 19th century art movement associated with Henri Matisse, Andre Derain and Albert Marquet known? Fauvism
By what name is the plant nicotiana tabacum more commonly known? Tobacco Plant
By what name is the sport of toxophily better known? Archery
By what name is the toy doll Barbara Millicent Roberts better known? Barbie
By what name was the People’s Republic of Benin formerly known? Dahomey
By what name were Bruce Springsteen’s backing group known? E-Street Band
By what nickname was former British Olympic ski jumper Eddie Edwards better known? Eddie the Eagle
By what nickname was Formula One driver Niki Lauda known? Clockwork Mouse
By what nickname was Ivan the Third of Russia, born 1440, known? Great
By what nickname was the jazz musician Edward Kennedy Ellington best known? Duke
By what nickname was the jazz musician Louis Armstrong best known? Satchmo
By what other name is Gilbert and Sullivan’s opera subtitled ‘Bunthorne’s Bride’ known? Patience
By what other name is the Chinese city of Peking known today? Beijing
By what popular fairy nickname are Swiss bankers known? Gnomes
By what popular nickname was Ford’s pioneering Model T car known? Tin Lizzy
By what popular nickname was the B-17 aircraft known? Flying Fortress
By what three letters is the insecticide ‘Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane’ usually known? DDT
By what title was Oliver Cromwell known: ‘Lord ‘ what? Protector

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Cabbage White and Red Admiral are both types of what? Butterfly
California White Muscat grapes are grown especially for making what? Raisins
Caligula was emperor of which empire between 37 and 41 A.D.? Roman
Calvados is a brandy made from which fruit: Apples or Pears? Apples
Can a Mynah bird talk? Yes
Can sound waves travel in a vacuum? No
Can sound waves travel under water? Yes
Canada has two official languages – one is English, what is the other? French
Canada is comprised of 3 territories and how many provinces: 10, 6 or 13? 10
Canada’s capital city of Ottawa is located in what Canadian province? Ontario
Cape ‘ what, in North Carolina, is home to the largest lighthouse ever to be moved due to erosion problems? Hatteras
Captain James Cook claimed the east coast of Australia for Britain in 1770 and named it what? New South Wales
Captain Matthew Webb was the first person to swim across which channel in 1875? English
Caracas is the capital city of which South American country? Venezuela
Caracas is the capital of which country? Venezuela
Caramelization is the name of the process whereby crystals of what are heated until they melt and burn? Sugar
Carbohydrates contain hydrogen, carbon and which other element? Oxygen
Carbohydrates contain hydrogen, oxygen and which other element? Carbon
Cardiff is the capital of what UK country? Wales
Carlsbad Canyon is found in what state? New Mexico
Cartography is the art of making what? Maps
Casino Royale’, ‘From Russia with Love’, ‘Dr. No’, ‘Goldfinger’ and ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’ are the first five books to feature which film hero? James Bond
Catania is one of the principal arrival airports for which Italian island? Sicily
Central Park is in which borough of New York City? Manhattan
Chain stitch, blanket stitch and cross stitch are popular decorative stitches in which form of needlework? Embroidery
Charles ‘ who made the first transatlantic, non-stop, solo aircraft crossing in 1927? Lindbergh
Charles Babbage is best known as a pioneer of which piece of modern technology? Computer
Charles Dickens’ novel ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ was set in London and which other European capital? Paris
Charles Hall was awarded a patent in 1971 for which sleeping aid that provided ‘Liquid Support for Human Bodies’? Water Bed
Charlie Bucket was the lucky winner of a ticket to see Willy Wonka’s factory in a book written by ‘Roald ‘ who? Dahl
Charlie Chaplin left the United States in 1952 to live in which country? Switzerland
Chateaubriand’ is a cut of which red meat? Beef
Chavez Ravine is the home of what Major League baseball team? Dodgers
Chesapeake Bay is in what state? Maryland
Chess player Bobby Fischer was world champion from 1972 to 1975 representing which country? America
Chess player Gary Kasparov competes for which country? Russia
Chewing gum is made from which raw material? Chicle
Child star Macaulay Culkin shot to fame in which 1990 comedy film? Home Alone
Children’s troubadour Raffi Cavoukian was born in 1948 in which city? Cairo
Chim Chim Cheree’ was an Oscar-winning song from which Julie Andrews film? Mary Poppins
Chintz is a printed, patterned type of which fabric? Cotton
Chou-fleur’ is the French word for which vegetable? Cauliflower
Christopher Guest starred as a rocker in the rock mockumentary, ‘This is’ what? Spinal Tap
Christopher Lee played the part of which Mad Monk in the 1966 film of the same name? Rasputin
Christopher Lloyd appeared as the character Uncle Fester in which 1991 comedy film? Addams Family
Christopher Lloyd played ‘Reverend Jim Ignatowski’ on what TV sitcom? Taxi
Christopher Wren’s Sheldonian Theatre is a feature of which historical British university town? Oxford
Cinnabar is the principle ore of which metal? Mercury
Circular’, ‘chain’ and ‘jig’ are all types of what tool? Saw
Civil Rights activist Martin Luther King was assassinated at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis on 4th April in which year? 1968
Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross in what year? 1881
Clara Barton founded which organization in 1881? Red Cross
Clergyman and Nobel Laureate Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated in April, 1968, in what U.S. city? Memphis
Cleveland is situated on which of the Great Lakes? Erie
Cliff Richard’s song ‘The Millennium Prayer’ combined the words of the Lord’s Prayer with which tune? Auld Lang Syne
Closely related to cockroaches, what household pest belongs to the insect order of Isoptera? Termites
Clothes made from what material can be produced after the cloth is made following a process called sericulture? Silk
Coco, Doris, Montgomery and Raul are leading characters in which 1980 musical film? Fame
Coin-operated gambling machines which give out money to winners are commonly known as what ‘S’? Slot Machines
Comedian George Carlin was famous for his ‘Seven what Words’ routine? Dirty
Common’ and ‘Golden’ are both types of which domestic pet? Hamster
Common’, ‘Edible’ and ‘Marsh’ are the three species of which amphibian? Frog
Como’, ‘Garda’ and ‘Maggiore’ are lakes in which country? Italy
Complete Julius Caesar’s famous line from the Shakespeare play: ‘Et Tu ‘ what? Brute
Complete Scott McKenzies famous song title from the 1960s: ‘San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Some what… in Your Hair) ‘? Flowers
Complete the 1989 film title, ‘The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her … ‘ what? Lover
Complete the D.H. Lawrence novel ‘Lady Chatterley’s’ what? Lover

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Complete the name of the 1980 Kentucky Derby winner, ‘Genuine ‘ what? Risk
Complete the name of the following band ‘Creedence Clearwater ‘ what? Revival
Complete the name of the following band ‘Ugly Kid’ what? Joe
Complete the name of the pilot episode of ‘The Twilight Zone’: ‘Where is ‘ what? Everybody
Complete the name of the rival motorcycle and motor scooter gangs of the 1960’s, which has become an annual festival of 60’s films: ‘Mods and ‘ what? Rockers
Complete the name of this American rock band, ‘Hootie and the ‘ what? Blowfish
Complete the name of this popular toy first marketed in 1960: ‘Etch a …’ what? Sketch
Complete the name of this popular toy first marketed in 1981: ‘Rubik’s …’ what? Cube
Complete the name of this rock group named by Frank Zappa in 1966: ‘The Mothers of ‘ what? Invention
Complete the title of the long running children’s TV program, ‘Mister Roger’s ‘ what? Neighborhood
Complete the title of 1935 novel by C.S. Forrester, ‘The Queen’. African
Complete the title of Alistair Maclean’s World War II thriller ‘HMS ‘ what? Ulysses
Complete the title of Alistair Maclean’s World War II thriller ‘The Guns of …’? Navarone
Complete the title of Charles Darwin’s 1859 book, ‘On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural ‘ what? Selection
Complete the title of Charles Dickens’s last unfinished novel, ‘The Mystery of’ what? Edwin Drood
Complete the title of Francis Ford Coppola’s Vietnam epic, ‘Apocalypse ‘ what? Now
Complete the title of George Lucas’s first feature film: ‘THX …’ what? 1138
Complete the title of Karl Marx’s book ‘Das .’ what? Kapital
Complete the title of Paul Verhoeven’s 1990 science fiction film ‘Total …’ what? Recall
Complete the title of Paul Verhoeven’s 1997 science fiction film ‘Starship ‘ what? Troopers
Complete the title of the 1938 Alfred Hitchcock thriller ‘The Lady .’ what? Vanishes
Complete the title of the 1954 Alfred Hitchcock thriller ‘Dial M for ‘ what? Murder
Complete the title of the 1958 H.E. Bates novel, ‘The Darling Buds of ‘ what? May
Complete the title of the 1960 David Storey novel, ‘This Sporting ‘ what? Life
Complete the title of the 1960 film starring Albert Finney as a frustrated factory worker, ‘Saturday Night and Sunday ‘ what? Morning
Complete the title of the 1961 film starring Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard ‘ what at Tiffany’s’? Breakfast
Complete the title of the 1962 film starring Tom Courtney, ‘The Loneliness of the Long Distance ‘ what? Runner
Complete the title of the 1971 Oscar-winning film starring Gene Hackman, ‘The French ‘ what? Connection
Complete the title of the 1978 Cars song: ‘My Best Friends ‘ what? Girl
Complete the title of the 1979 film starring Jane Fonda, ‘The Electric ‘ what? Horseman
Complete the title of the 1981 film starring Meryl Streep, ‘The French Lieutenant’s ‘ what? Woman
Complete the title of the 1982 film starring Meryl Streep, ‘Sophie’s ‘ what? Choice
Complete the title of the 1983 film starring Burt Lancaster, ‘Local ‘ what? Hero
Complete the title of the 1985 John Hughes film, ‘The Breakfast’ what? Club
Complete the title of the 1986 film starring Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski: Crocodile what? Dundee
Complete the title of the 1986 film starring Rick Moranis and Steve Martin, ‘Little Shop of what’? Horrors
Complete the title of the 1989 Bruce Beresford film, ‘Driving Miss ‘ what? Daisy
Complete the title of the 1989 film starring Al Pacino, ‘Sea of’ what? Love
Complete the title of the 1989 film starring Steve Martin, ‘Dirty, Rotten ‘ what? Scoundrels
Complete the title of the 1990 Phil Collins single ‘Something Happened on the Way to ‘ where? Heaven
Complete the title of the 1991 film, ‘Fried Green …’ what? Tomatoes
Complete the title of the 1992 film starring Bridget Fonda, ‘Single White ‘ what? Female
Complete the title of the 1993 film starring Al Pacino, ‘Carlito’s ‘ what? Way
Complete the title of the 1993 Oscar-winning film directed by Steven Spielberg, ‘Schindler’s ‘ what? List
Complete the title of the 1995 Disney film: ‘Toy …’ what? Story
Complete the title of the Charles Dickens novel, ‘A Tale of Two’ what? Cities
Complete the title of the controversial 1998 film starring Edward Norton, ‘American History ‘ what? X
Complete the title of the following 1941 film starring Walter Pidgeon and Maureen O’Hara, ‘How what… Was My Valley’? Green
Complete the title of the following 1950 Oscar winning film, ‘All About ‘ who? Eve
Complete the title of the following 1966 Clint Eastwood film, ‘Escape from ‘ where? Alcatraz
Complete the title of the following 1966 Clint Eastwood film: ‘The Good, the Bad and the ‘ what? Ugly
Complete the title of the following 1983 film starring Eddie Murphy, ‘Trading ‘ what? Places
Complete the title of the following 1989 film starring Dolly Parton, ‘Steel ‘ what? Magnolias
Complete the title of the following 1989 film starring Robin Williams, ‘Dead Poet’s ‘ what? Society
Complete the title of the following children’s TV program, ‘Captain’ what? Kangaroo
Complete the title of the following children’s TV program, ‘Sponge Bob Square …’ what? Pants
Complete the title of the following John Steinbeck novel ‘Tortilla ‘ what? Flat
Complete the title of the following Joseph Conrad novel: ‘Under Western ‘ what? Eyes
Complete the title of the following musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Ben Elton: ‘The Beautiful ‘ what? Game
Complete the title of the following musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Richard Stilgoe: ‘Starlight ‘ what? Express
Complete the title of the following suspense film starring Kevin Spacey, ‘The Usual ‘ what? Suspects
Complete the title of the George Bernard Shaw play, ‘Androcles and the ‘ what? Lion
Complete the title of the long-running Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, ‘Phantom of the ‘ what? Opera
Complete the title of the novel ‘Catcher in the ‘ what, by J.D. Salinger, that tells the story of a teenager’s rebellion? Rye
Complete the title of the Oscar Wilde play, ‘The Importance of Being’? Earnest
Complete the title of the Phil Collins album ‘No what Required’? Jacket
Complete the title of the Shakespeare play, ‘Timon of ‘ where? Athens
Complete the title of the TV science fiction series: ‘The Outer…’? Limits
Complete the title of this 1860 novel by George Eliot, ‘The Mill on the ‘ what? Floss
Complete the title of this 1895 novel by Thomas Hardy: ‘Jude the ‘ what? Obscure
Complete the title of this 1930 film starring Edward G. Robinson and Douglas Fairbanks Jr., ‘Little …’ what? Caesar
Complete the title of this 1938 film starring James Cagney and Humphrey Bogart, ‘Angels with Dirty …’ what? Faces
Complete the title of this 1939 film starring Robert Donat, ‘Goodbye Mr. ‘ who? Chips
Complete the title of this 1956 play by John Osborne: ‘Look Back In ‘ what? Anger
Complete the title of this 1960s pop song, ‘Nights in White ‘ what? Satin
Complete the title of this 1964 play by John Osborne: ‘Inadmissible ‘ what? Evidence
Complete the title of this 1972 film starring Paul Newman, ‘The Life and Times of Judge ‘ Who? Roy Bean
Complete the title of this 1975 film featuring George Burns: ‘Sunshine …’ what? Boys
Complete the title of this 1976 film starring Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford, ‘All the President’s ‘ what? Men
Complete the title of this 1980 Police single, ‘Don’t Stand So ‘ what? Close To Me
Complete the title of this 1983 film starring Shirley MacLaine, ‘Terms of ‘ what? Endearment
Complete the title of this 1983 Michael Jackson single, ‘Wanna Be Startin’ ‘ what? Somethin’
Complete the title of this 1985 film starring Rosanna Arquette and Madonna: ‘Desperately Seeking …’ who? Susan
Complete the title of this 1987 Jilly Cooper novel, ‘Turn Right at the Spotted ‘ what? Dog
Complete the title of this 1989 Peter Greenaway film: ‘The Cook, the Thief, His Wife and Her ‘ what? Lover
Complete the title of this 1989 Tears for Fear’s song, ‘Sowing the Seeds of ‘ what? Love
Complete the title of this 1990 John Updike novel, ‘Rabbit at ‘ what? Rest
Complete the title of this 1990s TV show: ‘Quantum ‘ what? Leap
Complete the title of this 1993 film starring Robert Redford and Demi Moore, ‘Indecent ‘ what? Proposal
Complete the title of this 1994 film starring Nigel Hawthorne, ‘The Madness of King ‘ who? George
Complete the title of this 1998 ‘Madonna’ song, ‘Ray of ‘ what? Light
Complete the title of this 1998 film starring Will Smith: ‘Enemy of the ‘ what? State
Complete the title of this Aldous Huxley novel: ‘Brave New ‘ what? World
Complete the title of this Arthur Miller play, ‘Death of a ‘ what? Salesman
Complete the title of this Beatrix Potter book ‘The Tale of Jemima ‘ who? Puddle-Duck
Complete the title of this Beatrix Potter book ‘The Tale of Squirrel ‘ who? Nutkin
Complete the title of this best-selling Alan Paton novel set in South Africa: ‘Cry the Beloved ‘ what? Country
Complete the title of this best-selling Arthur Golden novel set in Japan: ‘Memoirs of a ‘ what? Geisha
Complete the title of this Bruce Springsteen hit ‘Dancing in the ‘ where? Dark
Complete the title of this Bruce Springsteen hit: ‘Born in the ‘ what? USA
Complete the title of this children’s animated TV series: ‘Hong Kong’ what? Phooey
Complete the title of this children’s mystery by Enid Blyton: ‘The Secret’ what? Seven
Complete the title of this children’s TV series, ‘The Electric’ what? Company
Complete the title of this film starring Will Smith: ‘Wild Wild ‘ what? West
Complete the title of this Frances Hodgson Burnett story ‘The Secret ‘ what? Garden
Complete the title of this Frances Hodgson Burnett story, ‘Little Lord ‘ who? Fauntleroy
Complete the title of this James Bond film, ‘Live and Let ‘ what? Die
Complete the title of this long-running children’s TV series ‘The Reading ‘ what? Rainbow
Complete the title of this Mel Brooks spoof film, ‘High ‘ what? Anxiety
Complete the title of this Mozart opera, ‘The Marriage of ‘ whom? Figaro
Complete the title of this murder mystery by Italian author Umberto Eco: ‘The Name of the ‘ what? Rose
Complete the title of this novel by American novelist Truman Capote, ‘In Cold ‘ what? Blood
Complete the title of this novel by Kenneth Grahame published in 1908: ‘The Wind in the …’ what? Willows
Complete the title of this novel by novelist Clive Cussler: ‘Raise the’ what? Titanic
Complete the title of this play by Arthur Miller: ‘Death of a ‘ what? Salesman
Complete the title of this play by David Hare: ‘Amy’s …’ what? View
Complete the title of this play by George Bernard Shaw: ‘Androcles and the ‘ what? Lion
Complete the title of this play by T.S. Elliot: ‘The Family ‘ what? Reunion
Complete the title of this poem by Tennyson, first published in 1859: ‘Idylls of the …’ what? King
Complete the title of this Robert Young-starring TV sitcom: ‘Father Knows’ what? Best
Complete the title of this Rodgers and Hammerstein song from ‘South Pacific’, ‘Some Enchanted ‘ what? Evening
Complete the title of this Rodgers and Hammerstein song from ‘South Pacific’, ‘There is Nothing Like a ‘ what? Dame
Complete the title of this Rolling Stones hit: ‘The Last.’ what? Time
Complete the title of this Shakespeare play, ‘The Taming of the ‘ what? Shrew
Complete the title of this Verdi Opera, ‘Don ‘ whom? Carlos
Complete this flower-power slogan of the sixties, ‘Make love, not ‘ what? War
Complete this phrase by the Roman Emperor Julius Caesar, ‘I Came, I Saw, I ‘ what? Conquered
Complete this saying, ‘It ain’t over ’til the fat lady ‘ what? Sings
Complete Timothy Leary’s famous phrase from the 1960s ‘Tune In, Turn On,.’ what? Drop Out

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Cornell University is located in which city? Ithaca
Cortes is the name of the parliament of two European countries – Spain is one, what is the other? Portugal
Counting the 1979-80 season, how many NBA championships did the Lakers win in the 80s? 5
Cranberry sauce is traditionally served with the meat of which bird? Turkey
Cream’s classic song ‘Sunshine of Your Love’ was first featured on which of their albums? Disraeli Gears
Created by Elmore Leonard, what’s the first name of the hero from ‘Get Shorty’? Chili
Created by Michael Bond, which fictional bear lives with a family called Brown? Paddington Bear
Criminal Albert De Salvo was better known as ‘The Boston ‘ what? Strangler
Crissy was a character, played by Suzanne Somers, in which 1970s TV comedy series? Three’s Company
Crockett & Tubbs were the male stars in which TV Series? Miami Vice
Curling is one of the national sports of which country of the United Kingdom? Scotland

D…

Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty are associated with what sport? Auto Racing
Darwin, Macarthur River and Renmark are airports in which country? Australia
Dave Stewart and which female artist formed the band duo known as The Eurythmics? Annie Lennox
David Robert Jones is the birth name of which famous singer and actor, born in London in 1947? David Bowie
Davy Crockett is a folk hero and ‘King of the …’ what? Wild Frontier
Delano was the middle name of which 20th century president? Roosevelt
Denmark’s principal airport is nearest to which city? Copenhagen
Denver is known as the what ‘…-High city’? Mile
Designated a World Heritage Site in 1987, which famous wall situated in the North of England was built in Roman times? Hadrian’s Wall
Designer Robin Day is famous for producing stacking versions of which type of furniture? Chairs
Deuterium Oxide is known as what type of water: heavy or hard? Heavy Water
Deva was the Roman name for which English City: Chester or York? Chester
Developed in the 18th century, the ‘chaise longue’ is what type of furniture? Chair
Developing countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America are often referred to as ‘The Third ‘ what? World
Dhaka is the capital of which republic in Asia? Bangladesh
Diana Ross’ 1976 number one hit was called ‘Love …’ what? Hangover
Diane Sawyer is a regular co-anchor on which news network? ABC
Dick King Smith’s novel ‘The Sheep Pig’ was made into which 1995 film? Babe
Did Abraham Lincoln issue the Emancipation Proclamation before, during or after the Civil War? During
Did Desmond Tutu win the Nobel Prize for Peace in 1980 or 1984? 1984
Did Disraeli or Gladstone write ‘Henrietta’s Temple’ and ‘Venetia’ prior to becoming Prime Minister of England? Disraeli
Did Margaret Thatcher first become Prime Minister of Great Britain in the 1970s or 1980s? 1970s
Did Marie Curie win her Nobel Prize for Chemistry for discovering the elements polonium and radium, and for isolating and studying the latter? Yes
Did Post-It notes first come on the market in the 1970s or the 1980s? 1980s
Did Stapleton Airport serve St. Louis or Denver? Denver
Did Stephanie Beecham appear as Sable in ‘Dallas’ or ‘Dynasty’? Dynasty
Did the famous Red Routemaster Double-Decker Bus first appear on London streets in 1909 or 1956? 1956
Did the first tank appear in warfare in 1916 or 1941? 1916
Did the television character Alexis Carrington appear in ‘Dallas’ or ‘Dynasty’? Dynasty
Did the Watergate Scandal occur in 1972 or 1975? 1972
Did Thomas Edison invent the ‘Incandescent’ or ‘Fluorescent’ light bulb? Incandescent
Did William Shakespeare have a son called Hamnet or Romeo? Hamnet
Did William Shakespeare have any children: yes or no? Yes
Dim Sum is a dish of small steamed dumplings with various fillings from which Asian country? China
Diwali is a traditional festival with lights, held around October and November to celebrate the new season at the end of the monsoon in which religion? Hinduism
DNA tests in 1994 proved that Anna Anderson was not a member of which country’s ruling dynasty? Russian
Do all states require cars to display front and rear license plates? No
Do tennis players refer to a score in which a player has no points as ‘love’ or ‘nil’? Love
Do the Aleutian Islands form part of the United States of America? Yes
Does ‘Lalique’ glass originate in France or Italy? France
Does a convex mirror curve inwards or outwards? Outwards
Does a giraffe have more, fewer or the same number of vertebrae as a human? Same
Does an Atheist believe in a God? No
Does dairy farming involve animals, crops or both? Animals
Does Denmark still have a royal family? Yes
Does drinking water contain the element nitrogen? No
Does Hartsfield Airport serve St. Louis or Atlanta? Atlanta
Does limescale occur in hard or soft water areas? Hard
Does Morocco still have a Royal Family? Yes
Does Queen Elizabeth II need a passport to travel abroad? No
Does supersonic mean greater or lesser than the speed of sound? Greater
Does the city of Los Angeles have a subway? Yes
Does the German word ‘Schwartz’ mean ‘black’ or ‘white’? Black
Does the Petersen Museum in Los Angeles mainly exhibit toys, cars or furniture? Cars
Does the Spanish word ‘Chica’ mean ‘Girl’ or ‘Boy’? Girl
Does the term ‘Cubism’ necessarily refer to sculptures made of cubes? No
Does the term ‘Hoi Polloi’ describe the masses or the nobility? Masses
Does the term ‘plebeian’ describe the masses or the nobility? Masses
Does Tierra del Fuego form part of the United States of America? No
Dolly The Sheep’, the first ever mammal to be cloned, was born in which year of the 1990s? 1996
Double Dutch’ is a variation on what children’s playground game? Jumping Rope
Dr. Bruce Banner is better known as which fictional Stan Lee creation? The Hulk
Dr. Ross, Dr. Greene and Dr. Corday were doctors in which TV medical drama series? E.R.
Drew Barrymore starred as a waitress, in the 1998 romantic comedy ‘The Wedding …’ what? Singer
Dubbed ‘Custer’s Last Stand’, in which battle did General Custer lose his life? Little Big Horn
Dubbed ‘The Winter War’, which country did Russia invade in 1939? Finland
Dulles Airport serves which American city? Washington D.C.
During ‘The Great Schism’ from 1378-1419 there were rival Popes, one in Rome, and the other in what French city? Avignon
During a traditional Jewish wedding ceremony, what does the groom break symbolizing the fragility of human happiness? Glass
During his 1939 farewell to baseball, whose last words were ‘I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth.’ Gehrig
During his acceptance speech at the 1997 Oscars, who said ‘I’m the king of the world’? James Cameron
During the 1920s, the Fascist followers of Mussolini wore which color shirts? Black
During the American Revolution, was the British army called the Redcoats or the Colonists? Redcoats
During the Civil War, in what state was the Gettysburg Address delivered? Pennsylvania
During the final days of the Watergate crisis, who was Nixon’s chief of staff? Alexander Haig
During the Renaissance, was the Italian artist Donatello prominent as a painter or a sculptor? Sculptor
During the Second World War, the D-Day invasion took place in what region of France? Normandy
During the Second World War, which British monarch was on the throne? George VI
During which major Jewish festival is unleavened bread or ‘matzo’ eaten? Passover
During which war did astronaut Buzz Aldrin serve as a US air force pilot? Korean
During which war was the attack on Pearl Harbor? World War II
During which war was the Battle of Bunker Hill fought? Revolutionary
During which war were radar systems used for the first time? World War 2
During which World War were tanks used for the first time? 1st World War
During World War 2, people from what ethnic group were put in internment camps in the U.S.? Japanese
During World War II, the Red Army came from which country? Russia
During World War II, what were U.S. pennies made from? Steel
Dustin Hoffman dressed up as a woman in which 1982 film? Tootsie
Dustin Hoffman played the character Louis Dega in which prison film of 1973? Papillon
Dvorak’s ‘Symphony No. 9’, is better known as ‘The New what … Symphony’? World
Dylan Thomas’s ‘Under Milk Wood’ was set in which country? Wales

E…

Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson played which sport: baseball or basketball? Basketball
Easter Island is a dependency of which country? Chile
Eboracum was the Roman name for which city? York
Eboracum’ was the Roman name for which English City: Exeter or York? York
Edgar Rice Burroughs is most famous for creating which character? Tarzan
Edward G. Robinson starred as the character Joe Keller in which 1948 film based on a play by Arthur Miller? All My Sons
Edward, the 14th century Prince of Wales, was known by what nickname: ‘The Black Prince’ or ‘The Lionheart’? Black Prince
Egbert was the first king of what country? England
Eight Ball and Straight are two versions of which sport? Pool
El Camino Real was founded by Father Junipero Serra along what U.S. state? California
Electrocardiography is the study of electrical activity in which organ? Heart
Eleven-time Olympic gold medallist Mark Spitz was born in which state? California
Elf’, ‘Eagle’ and ‘Snowy’ are all species of which bird? Owl
Elgar’s ‘Variations on an Original Theme for Orchestra’ have become better known as the what ‘Variations’? Enigma
Elizabeth ‘ who played Samantha Stevens on the TV sitcom ‘Bewitched’? Montgomery
Elmo, Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch are all members of the children’s TV program ‘Sesame ‘ what? Street
Elton John and Tim Rice provided music for which 1994 Disney film? Lion King
Embroidery, tapestry and sewing are forms of which craft? Needlework
Engineering drawings and architectural plans are known as what ‘B’? Blueprints
England and which other country were united by the 1707 ‘Act of Union’? Scotland
England’s BAFTA Awards of 2001 named who Best Actress for her performance in ‘Last of the Blonde Bombshells’? Judi Dench
English actor Daniel Day Lewis won an Oscar for his portrayal of the Irish writer Christy Brown in which 1989 film? My Left Foot
English composer Julian Lloyd Webber is most associated with which musical instrument? Cello
English composer William Lloyd Webber was most associated with which musical instrument? Organ
Epee and saber are both types of which weapon? Sword
Equus Caballus is the Latin name for which four legged animal? Horse
Eva Peron was the wife of the ruler of which South American country? Argentina
Evergreens such as pines, firs and cedars are also known as what kind of trees? Coniferous
Excluding substitutes, how many players are there on each side in a game of basketball? 5
Excluding substitutes, how many players are there on each side in a game of Volleyball? 6
Eyre, Disappointment and Amadeus are lakes in which country? Australia

F..

Facon de Venise was a 16th and 17th century style of making decorations from which material? Glass
Fala’ was a Scottish Terrier kept by which U.S. President? F.D. Roosevelt
Famed for his ‘Night Watch’ amongst others, Harmenzoon van Rijn was the surname of which artist? Rembrandt
Famed for his Sistine Chapel frescoes, Buonarroti was the surname of which artist? Michelangelo
Famed for the last words ‘I shall hear in heaven’, which famous composer was totally deaf by the time of his death in 1827? Beethoven
Fandango is a traditional dance of which country? Spain
Farsi is the official language of which country? Iran
Fashion designer Calvin Klein was born in which country? America
Fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld uses which predominantly female accessory as his logo? Fan
Fashion designer Ralph Lauren originally comes from which country? United States
Fashion designer Ralph Lauren uses which type of sportsman as his logo? Polo Player
Fashion designers Giorgio Armani, Moschino and Versace are from which European country? Italy
Fashion designers Jean-Paul Gaultier and Hubert Givenchy are from which European country? France
Feta and Emmenthal are varieties of which food? Cheese
Figure’ and ‘Speed’ are two types of which Winter Olympic sport? Skating
Film director Stanley Kubrick left the U.S. to live in which country? England
Fingal, O’Fahertie and Wills were the middle names of which Irish writer and wit? Oscar Wilde
Finish the title of the play first performed in 1773, ‘She Stoops To …’ what? Conquer
First played in the 19th century, what is Canada’s most popular winter sport? Ice Hockey
First published in 1966, what color was Chairman Mao’s Little Book of Quotations? Red
First published in 1966, who wrote his ‘Little Red Book of Quotations’? Mao Tse-tung
Fisherman’s Wharf and Haight Ashbury are tourist attractions in which American city? San Francisco
Fitzgerald was the middle name of which 20th century president? Kennedy
Flamenco is a traditional dance of which country? Spain
Flamenco’ is a form of dance music usually played on which instrument? Guitar
Flanders is a region of what western European country? Belgium
Flannel shirt, combat boots, ripped jeans, listening to Seattle rock bands – it’s all part of what kind of fashion? Grunge
Florida, Anaheim, Tokyo and Paris all are host to which theme park? Disney
Flowers in the Rain’ is a 1967 song by which band? The Move
Flushing Meadows is well known as a venue for which sport? Tennis
Folk singer and songwriter Joan Baez was born in which decade? 1940s
Followers of which religion celebrate a feast of dedication called Hanukkah? Judaism
Followers of which religion worship at a Mandeer Temple? Hinduism
Following his acclaimed portrayal of a criminal mastermind in ‘The Usual Suspects’, which actor appeared as Lester Burnham in the movie ‘American Beauty’ in 1999? Kevin Spacey

For…

For how long was the American Civil War fought: 4 years or 14 years? 4 years
For how long was the shortest war in history, between Britain and Zanzibar in 1896, fought: 38 minutes or 38 days? Minutes
For how many days did the New York Museum of Modern Art display Henri Matisse’s ‘Le Bateau’ upside down? 47
For how many terms did George Washington serve as president? 2
For how many terms did Jimmy Carter serve as president? 1
For how many years consecutively did Franklin Roosevelt serve as President? 12
For what crime was Al Capone finally jailed? Tax Evasion
For what did the N stand for in the military organization established in 1949, NATO? North
For what do the five interlocking rings of the Olympic symbol stand? Continents
For what do the initials S.O.S. stand? Save Our Souls
For what does the ‘C’ stand in the television network acronym ‘CBS’? Columbia
For what does the initial ‘C’ stand for in Washington D.C.? Columbia
For what does the initial ‘C’ stand in Washington, D.C.? Columbia
For what does the initial ‘L’ stand in VTOL when referring to aircraft? Landing
For what does the initial ‘N’ stand in pro football’s NFL? National
For what does the initial ‘V’ stand in VTOL when referring to aircraft? Vertical
For what does the military term POW stand? Prisoner Of War
For what political party was Ross Perot running in the 1992 presidential elections? Reform
For what word does the letter ‘Y’ stand for in the acronym ‘YMCA’? Young
For which baseball team did baseball legend Cy Young play for from 1901-1908? Red Sox
For which drama did the writer Margaret Edson win the Pulitzer Prize in 1999: ‘Wit’ or ‘Witless’? Wit
For which fashion house does Stella McCartney design: Gucci or Chloe? Gucci
For which film of a D. H. Lawrence novel did Glenda Jackson win an Academy Award? Women in Love
For which film of a William Styron novel did Meryl Streep win an Academy Award? Sophie’s Choice
For which major city would you use the Zip Code 10001? New York
For which part of the human body are ‘Beak’ and ‘Schnoz’ slang terms? Nose
For which party was President Chester A. Arthur? Republican
For which Political Party was Al Smith a candidate for president? Democrats
For which political party was Franklin Delano Roosevelt elected president? Democratic
For which political party was Jimmy Carter elected president ? Democratic
For which political party was John McCain a candidate in the 2000 political race for the presidency? Republican
For which political party was Pat Buchanan nominated to run for President in 2000? Reform
For which religion is The Granth the holy book? Sikhism
For which sport is Gary Player best known? Golf
For which sport is Scotsman David Coulthard famous? Formula One
For which state did Arlen Spector serve as U.S. Senator? Pennsylvania
Formed to reduce levels of nuclear weaponry, SALT’s full name is ‘Strategic Arms Limitation …’ what? Talks
Former actor Ronald Reagan became active in which political party in 1964 in support of Barry Goldwater? Republican
Former actress Shirley Temple Black became active in which American political party? Republican
Former F.C.C. Commissioner Newton Minow criticized TV as a ‘Vast…’ what? Wasteland
Former President Bill Clinton is renowned for his ability on which musical instrument? Saxophone
Fort Sumter is located in what state? South Carolina
Found in Wyoming, what was officially designated as the first U.S. National Monument in 1906? Devils Tower
Found living in Madagascar and neighboring islands, the lemur is a member of which order of mammals? Primate
Found on beaches, Sand Gaper, Conch and Common Piddock are all forms of what? Shells
Founded in 1636, in which state is Harvard University, one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the United States? Massachusetts
Fragaria’ is the Latin name for which fruit? Strawberry
Frances McDormand won an Oscar for her role as a heavily pregnant police officer in which 1996 Coen Brothers film? Fargo
Francis Scott Key wrote the words to ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ during the bombardment of what historic Fort? McHenry
Frank Lloyd Wright, the architect of the Guggenheim Museum in New York, also designed the Ennis House in which city? Los Angeles
Frank Sinatra’s hometown of Hoboken is in which state? New Jersey
French fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier designed the famous bustiers worn by which pop star for her world tour of the early 1990s? Madonna
French painter Marc Chagall was born in which country? Russia

From…

From 1610 to 1824, what was the only name of the Kings of France? Louis
From 1922, Chartwell in Kent was the family home of which British prime minister? Churchill
From the Hebrew for oil press, what G is the name of the garden where Jesus is said to have prayed on the night of his arrest before his Crucifixion? Gethsemane
From the Italian for in the church style, what A is a musical work sung without instrumental accompaniment? A Cappella
From what country did the United Nations’ Secretary General Javier Perez de Cuellar come? Peru
From what country does champagne originate? France
From what type of material are millefiori ornaments made? Glass
From which 1937 John Steinbeck novel are the characters George and Lenny? Of Mice and Men
From which 1964 musical do the songs ‘The Rain in Spain’ and ‘Get Me to the Church on Time’ come? My Fair Lady
From which ancient city were the Elgin Marbles removed in 1806? Athens
From which animal is ‘Ermine’ obtained? Weasel
From which Asian country did the fabric calico originally come? India
From which British Isle do Manxmen come? Isle of Man
From which continent are the Tutsi and Hutu tribes? Africa
From which country did Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev remove nuclear missiles to end a crisis in 1962? Cuba
From which country did the gambling game roulette originate? France
From which country did the inventor of the telescope come: Germany or Italy? Italy
From which country did the musical style ‘ragga’ originate? India
From which country do the Ghurkha soldiers come? Nepal
From which country does jockey Steve Cauthan come from? America
From which country does the alcoholic drink ‘ouzo’ originate? Greece
From which country does the Fedora hat originate: Austria or Turkey? Austria
From which country does the musical style ‘Ska’ originate? Jamaica
From which country does the Panama Hat originate: Ecuador or Mexico? Ecuador
From which country’s language do we obtain the word ‘tulip’, which is derived from their word for turban? Turkey
From which English harbor did the Pilgrims first sail to America on the ‘Mayflower’ in 1620? Southampton
From which English port did the Pilgrims successfully set sail in the ‘Mayflower’ in 1620? Plymouth
From which English port did the Titanic start its ill-fated maiden voyage in 1912? Southampton
From which floor did Lee Harvey Oswald allegedly shoot President Kennedy? 6th
From which island in the English Channel do Guernsey cattle originate? Guernsey
From which Italian city did Shakespeare’s ‘Two Gentlemen’ come? Verona
From which opera does the aria ‘Nessun Dorma’ come? Turandot
From which religion are the leaders of the religious community known as Imams? Islam
From which Spanish city does the opera singer Placido Domingo come? Madrid
From which U.S. city did the famous “”Million Man March begin? Washington
From which western European country did Madagascar gain independence in 1960? France
From which western European country did Surinam gain independence in 1975? Netherlands

G…

General Dwight D. Eisenhower became which number US president? 34th
Geographically, Kuala Lumpur is how many hours ahead of G.M.T.? 8
Geographically, which state, passing through the 180th parallel is the most easterly, westerly and northerly state in the US? Alaska
George H. Bush and George W. Bush are the second father and son both to serve as president. What was the surname of the first father and son presidents? Adams
George W. Bush’s brother, Jeb is best known for being governor of which state? Florida
George W. Bush’s twin daughters are named Barbara and what ‘J’? Jenna
German botanist and physician Leonhard Fuchs was commemorated with which genus of flowering plants? Fuchsia
Gettysburg National Military Park is in what state? Pennsylvania
Gilbert Stuart’s most famous painting is an unfinished portrait of what U.S. president? Washington
Giorgio Armani was born in which country? Italy
Giuseppe Zangara attempted to assassinate which U.S. President? F.D. Roosevelt
Goethite is a common oxide of which metallic element? Iron
Goldeneye’ was the Jamaican home of which novelist? Ian Fleming
Goulash, a stew of beef, vegetables and paprika, was first eaten in which country? Hungary
Granada is a city in which European country? Spain
Grandfather’, ‘mantel’ and ‘carriage’ are all kinds of what? Clock
Greek philosopher Socrates died by drinking what poison? Hemlock
Guacamole is a dish which made mainly from what fruit? Avocado
Guipure’ is a heavy type of which decorative fabric? Lace
Gunpowder and nitroglycerine are both types of what? Explosive
Guy Ritchie is the second husband of which famous singer? Madonna

H…

Haile Sellasie, born Ras Tafari, who gave his name to the Rastafarian movement, was Emperor of which African nation? Ethiopia
Halibut, Plaice, Flounder and Sole are all members of which family of fish? Flatfish
Hamelin, the German town, was cleared of rats by the ‘Pied Piper’ in the poem by whom? Browning
Hammerhead and Great White are types of which fish? Sharks
Hamnet’ was the name of which famous author’s son? Shakespeare
Haneda and Narita are airports in which country? Japan
Harold I, the illegitimate son of Viking King Canute who ruled from 1035 to 1040, was known by the nickname Harefoot or Rabbitfoot? Harefoot
Harrier, saluki and borzoi are all types of what animal? Dog
Harrisburg is the capital of what state? Pennsylvania
Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer appear in which 1982 Ridley Scott science fiction film? Blade Runner
Hartsfield Airport serves what southern city? Atlanta
Has anybody ever been awarded the Medal of Honor twice? Yes
Heavenly Hiraani Tiger Lily is the daughter of Paula Yates and which rock musician? Bob Geldof
Hemingway wrote ‘The Old Man and the’ what? Sea
Henry David Thoreau’s inspirational Walden Pond is set in what state? Massachusetts
Henry Ford produced which model of car in October 1908? Model T
Henry Ford successfully married the internal combustion engine and the assembly line to produce a car that began the automobile revolution. What was that car’s official model name? T
Henry Kissinger was Richard Nixon’s Secretary of which department? State
Hermit’, ‘Land’ and ‘Edible’ are varieties of which crustacean? Crab
Herpetology is the study of which creatures? Reptiles
Hialeah is known as a venue for what sport? Horse Racing
Hilton Head Island is off the coast of what Atlantic state? South Carolina
Hindi is the most widely spoken native language in which country? India
His house and gardens at Giverny, France inspired many paintings by what French Impressionist? Monet
History is more or less bunk’, according to a famous saying by which car maker? Henry Ford
Hobart is a port in which Australian State or Territory? Tasmania
Hobart is the capital city of which island state? Tasmania
Hoe’, ‘Trowel’ and ‘Dibble’ are all tools used for which activity? Gardening
Holst’s ‘Planet Suite’ features 7 pieces of music representing the planets. Apart from Earth, which of the other planets is ‘missing’? Pluto
Honeycomb consists of what type of wax? Beeswax
Horned’ and ‘Natterjack’ are types of which animal? Toad
Horses are measured in Hands. How many inches are there in a Hand: 4 or 8? 4
House, Hedge and Tree are varieties of which common garden bird? Sparrow
How are the singing family ‘Caroline, Andrea, Sharon and Jim’ better known? The Corrs
How high is the center of a tennis net? 3 feet
How is actress Jane Fonda related to the actor Peter Fonda? Sister
How is American actress Bridget Fonda related to the actor Peter Fonda? Daughter
How is American actress Jamie Lee Curtis related to the actress Janet Leigh? Daughter
How is Canadian singer Kathryn Lang more commonly known? K.D. Lang
How is singer Annie May Bullock better known? Tina Turner
How is the International Bank of Reconstruction and Development more commonly known? World Bank
How long did it take to build India’s Taj Mahal: 22 years or 42 years? 22 Years

How many…

How many ‘Indiana Jones’ films have there been? 3
How many American states begin and end with the letter ‘A’? 3
How many bags of wool are full in the nursery rhyme ‘Baa, Baa Black Sheep’? 3
How many barrels does a standard revolver have? 1
How many Best Actress Oscars has Katherine Hepburn won? 4
How many bones are there in the human body? 206
How many bones are there in the skull: 22 or 32? 22
How many books are in The Pentateuch in the Old Testament? 5
How many books are there in the Old Testament of the Bible? 39
How many books did C.S. Lewis write in the ‘Chronicles of Narnia’ series: 1, 5 or 7? 7
How many cards are in a standard deck of playing cards? 52
How many cards are there in a standard pack of Tarot cards? 78
How many cards are there in a Tarot pack? 78
How many cars traditionally participate in the Indianapolis 500? 33
How many centimeters are there in 3 meters? 300
How many centimeters are there in 40 millimeters? 4
How many centimeters are there in 940 millimeters? 94
How many centimeters are there in half a meter? 50
How many centimeters are there in one inch? 2.54
How many chambers does the human heart consist of: two or four? 4
How many children does Britain’s Prince Charles have? 2
How many children does Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II have? 4
How many colors are there in the Icelandic flag? 3
How many colors are there in the South African flag? 6
How many colors of the rainbow are there altogether? 7
How many colors of the rainbow are usually seen? 7
How many compartments are there on a roulette wheel? 37
How many compartments are there on an American roulette wheel? 38
How many corners does a cube have? 8
How many countries comprise the Commonwealth of Nations: 34, 54 or 74? 54
How many couples appear on every ‘Newlywed Game’ show segment? 4
How many days are there in a fortnight? 14
How many days are there in the month of July? 31
How many days are there in two fortnights? 28
How many days were there in February 2000? 29
How many degrees do you turn when making a full circle? 360
How many different pieces of apparatus are there in men’s Olympic gymnastics? 6
How many different pieces of apparatus are there in women’s Olympic gymnastics? 4
How many dominoes are there in a standard set? 28
How many dozen are there in 156? 13
How many dozen are there in a gross? 12
How many dozen are there in one gross? 12
How many eggs did Cool Hand Luke bet he could eat in an hour? 50
How many episodes from Genesis did Michelangelo paint on the roof of the Sistine Chapel: 9 or 19? 9
How many equal sides are there on a scalene triangle? 0
How many eyes does a bee have: five or six? 5
How many faces are there on a standard die? 6
How many feet are there in a mile? 5280
How many films are there in Sylvester Stallone’s ‘Rocky’ series? 5
How many furlongs are there in a mile and a half? 12
How many furlongs are there in a mile-and-a-quarter racetrack: 10 or 15? 10
How many furlongs are there in a mile? 8
How many gold medals did Great Britain win in total at the Sydney Olympics? 11
How many gold medals did the United States win in the 2000 Olympics? 39
How many gospels are in the Old Testament? 0
How many grams are in a kilogram? “1 000”
How many Great Lakes are there in America? 5
How many hours are there in one week? 168
How many hours are there in two and a half days? 60
How many hours does it take the Earth to complete one revolution around its axis? 24
How many hours in front of P.S.T. is Trenton, N.J.? 3
How many inches are in two and a half feet? 30
How many inches are there in 4 feet? 48
How many individual compartments are there on a standard European Roulette wheel? 37
How many innings make up a standard game of baseball: 9 or 11? 9
How many James Bond novels did Ian Fleming write? 12
How many jokers are there in a standard pack of 52 playing cards? 2
How many justices on the Supreme Court: 9 or 12? 9
How many lanes are there in an Olympic swimming pool? 8
How many lengths of a 50 meter pool can be swum in one minute if it takes 40 minutes to swim a kilometer? 2
How many lines of symmetry does a semicircle have: one or two? 1
How many lines of symmetry does a square have? 4
How many major league ball players have held the record for most home runs in a single season? 8
How many masts does a sloop have? 1
How many meters are there in 3 kilometers? 3000
How many millimeters are there in one centimeter? 10
How many nations took part in the first ever Olympic Games? 1
How many nickels are needed to make $2.00? 40
How many nickels are needed to make $9? 180
How many nickels are needed to make 50 cents? 10
How many numbers are there on a standard dartboard? 20
How many of Henry VIII’s wives were called Catherine? 3
How many Oscars did Charlie Chaplin win during his film career: 1, 3 or 7? 1
How many Oscars did Faye Dunaway win during her film career: 1, 3 or 7? 1
How many pairs of wings does a butterfly have: 2 or 4? 2
How many pedals does a grand piano have? 3
How many people were executed for Abraham Lincoln’s assassination? 4
How many pillars or laws are there in the Islam religion: 5 or 10? 5
How many pins are used in skittles? 9
How many pins form the back row in ten pin bowling? 4
How many pints are there in 2 gallons: 12 or 16? 16
How many pints are there in 4 quarts? 8
How many pints are there in one gallon? 8
How many plane faces does a dodecahedron have? 12
How many planets are there in our Solar System? 9
How many players are there playing defense on the field at one time in a baseball team? 9
How many pockets are there on a standard pool table? 6
How many points are awarded for a ‘touchdown’ in pro football? 6
How many points are awarded for a goal in hockey? 1
How many points does a Star of David have? 6
How many Popes have taken the name ‘John’? 21
How many quarters are needed to make $5? 20
How many quarters are there in a standard football game? 4
How many rails does a monorail run on? 1
How many red and black slots are there on a standard roulette wheel? 36
How many revolutions per minute (rpm) did long-playing records play at: 33 rpm or 78rpm? 33 rpm
How many right angles are there in a equilateral triangle? 0
How many right angles are there in a right triangle? 1
How many rounds are there in an Olympic boxing match: three or twelve? 3
How many seams are there on a football? 4
How many seconds does an NBA team have to shoot after getting the ball? 24
How many sides does a heptagon have? 7
How many sides does an Icosahedron have? 20
How many species of squirrel are there in Britain: two or three? 2
How many spikes are in the crown of the Statue of Liberty? 7
How many spots are there on a standard die? 21
How many standard champagne bottles are there in a nebuchadnezzar? 20
How many stars are on the national flag of New Zealand? 4
How many stars are on the U.S. flag? 50
How many stars are there on the American flag: 52 or 50? 50
How many states in the U.S. border the Great Lakes? 8
How many states made up the original union of the United States of America? 13
How many states make up the United States of America? 50
How many strokes make up a quadruple bogey on a par five golf hole? 9
How many suits are there in a standard pack of playing cards? 4
How many teeth does the average adult human have: 32 or 36? 32
How many tiers does a wedding cake traditionally have? 3
How many tiles are there in a ‘Scrabble’ crossword game? 100
How many times did The Beatles perform on The Ed Sullivan Show? 3
How many times has Brazil won the soccer World Cup: 3 or 4? 4
How many times has Germany hosted the Olympic Games? 2
How many times has London hosted the Olympic Games? 2
How many times has the United States hosted the Summer Olympic Games? 4
How many U.S. presidents have been assassinated while in power? 4
How many U.S. Presidents have been impeached while in power? 2
How many US colonies fought against the British for independence from 1775 to 1783: 13 or 29? 13
How many valves does a trumpet have? 3
How many vowels are there in the English alphabet if you don’t count ‘y’? 5
How many women have been Prime Minister of the United Kingdom? 1
How many years are Congressmen in the House of Representatives elected for? 2
How many years are there in a century? 100
How many years does it take the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun? 1
How many years is the President of the United States elected for? 4

How much…

How much loss would be made from an item purchased for $100 and sold for $61? $39
How much money is a ‘sawbuck’? $10
How much profit would be made from an item bought for $20 and sold for $48? $28
How much should you pay for 8 bananas that cost 23 cents each? $1.84
How much would you pay for eight bananas that cost 15 cents each? $1.20
How much would you spend if you bought 4 CDs, all at $9.99 each? $39.96
How much would you spend if you bought 4 videos, all at $9.95 each? $39.80
How old do you have to be to join AARP? 50
How old was ‘Lolita’ in the famous book of the same name? 12
How old was Jessica Tandy when she became the oldest Oscar winner: 81 or 91? 81
How old was Nelson Mandela when he was released from prison in 1990: 63 or 71? 71
How old was Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci when she scored 10 out of 10 in the 1976 Montreal Olympics? 14
How old was Shirley Temple when she became the youngest ever Oscar winner: 6 or 10? 6
How old was Shirley Temple when she made her debut in the 1932 film ‘War Babies’: 3 or 7? 3
How old was Shirley Temple when she received her first Academy Award: 6 or 16? 6
How old was the cousin Jerry Lee Lewis married in 1958? 13
How the Leopard Got His Spots’ and ‘How the Camel Got His Hump’ are both from what collection of stories? Just So Stories
How wide is baseball’s home plate? 17 inches
Hulk Hogan’ and ‘The Rock’ have been competitors in which American sport? Wrestling
Hush Puppies’ are a famous brand of what type of clothing? Shoes
Hydrated magnesium sulfate is more commonly known as what? Epsom Salts

I…

I’ll Be There For You’ by the Rembrandts is the theme song for which popular TV show? Friends
Ian Smith was Prime Minister of which country from 1964-79? Zimbabwe
Iberia is the national airline of which country? Spain
Idlewild’ was the former name of which New York airport? J.F.K.
If ‘estivation’ is ‘remaining dormant during the hot summer months’, what name is given to an equivalent sleeping period during the winter? Hibernation
If 1 French Franc equals $.13, how much U.S. currency would you have with 72 Francs? $9.36
If 100 pounds of fertilizer costs $9.00 dollars, how many pounds can you buy with $27.00? 300 Pounds
If 20 ounces of butter cost $4, how much does 50 ounces cost? $10
If 30 pounds of gefilte fish costs $45, how many pounds can you buy with $180? 120
If a 20-gallon tank was four-fifths full, how many gallons would it contain? 16
If a 20-gallon tank was three quarters full, how many gallons would it contain? 15
If a baby needs its diaper changed 49 times a week, how many times does it need changing in a day? 7
If a baby needs its diaper changing 3 times a day, how many times does it need changing in a week? 21
If a ballroom floor measures 30 feet by 25 feet, what is the distance around its edge? 110 feet
If a bicycle is traveling at 20 miles an hour, how many miles will it have covered in five and a half hours? 110
If a bingo caller shouts out an average 25 numbers per minute, how many does he call in 6 minutes? 150
If a boy is walking at 2 miles per hour and a girl is walking at 3 kilometers per hour, who is traveling faster? Girl
If a building has four flights of stairs and each flight has 39 steps, how many steps are there in total? 156
If a building has three flights of stairs and each flight has 35 steps, how many steps are there in total? 105
If a bus has been traveling for 50 minutes at an average speed of 60 miles per hour, how far has it have traveled? 50 Miles
If a cake sliced into 32 pieces is to be shared among 8 people, how many pieces does each person get? 4
If a car costs $18,000, how much will it cost after a 10 percent price reduction? “$16 200 ”
If a car drives at 65 mile per hour how far has it gone after three hours? 195 miles
If a car is traveling at 45 miles per hour and a truck is traveling at 50 kilometers per hour, which vehicle is traveling faster? Car
If a car is traveling at a constant 60 miles per hour, how many miles will it cover in 2 and a half hours? 150
If a car is traveling at a constant 60 miles per hour, how many miles will it cover in 3 and a half hours? 210
If a car travels 195 miles in three hours, what is its average speed in miles per hour? 65
If a car travels an average of 25 miles per gallon of gasoline, how many gallons will it consume in a 150 mile journey? 6 Gallons
If a car travels an average of 30 miles per gallon of gasoline, how many gallons will it consume in a 120 mile journey? 4 Gallons
If a car travels an average of 60 miles an hour, how far will it travel in 7 hours? 420 Miles
If a car travels at a constant speed of 25 miles per hour, how long will it take to travel 200 miles? 8 hours
If a car travels at a constant speed of 35 miles per hour, how long will it take to travel 140 miles? 4 Hours
If a chef bakes 60 doughnuts in a batch, how many dozens are there in 2 batches? 10
If a children’s club owns 4 vans, each of which can hold 16 passengers, how many passengers can they hold in total? 64
If a children’s club owns 6 vans, each of which can hold 12 passengers, how many passengers do the vans hold in total? 72
If a chocolate bar costs 50 cents, how many can you buy with 10 dollars? 20
If a Christmas card measures 5 inches by 6 inches, what is its area? 30 Sq. Inches
If a company mails 200 letters using 34 cent stamps how much would the total cost in dollars be? 68
If a company phone bill was made up of 2000 local calls at 5 cents each, how much would the total bill be in dollars? $100
If a company spent 75% of a $75,000 budget, how much would they have spent? “$56 250”
If a company spent 90% of their $5 million budget, how much would they have spent? $4.5 million
If a concert hall can seat 1500 people, how many people would it take to fill a quarter of it? 375
If a concert pianist practices for an average of 7 hours a day, how many minutes is that? 420
If a couple have two sons and three daughters, each of whom have six children, how many grandchildren do they have? 30
If a diamond ring is advertised at $230, how much would it cost after a 20% reduction? $184
If a family eats eight pieces of bread a day, how many pieces do they eat in two weeks? 112
If a family use seven tea bags a day, how many do they use in three weeks? 147
If a farmer has 400 chickens and 100 cows, what ratio of chickens to cows does he have? Four to one
If a garden fence is 4 feet tall, how many inches tall is it? 48
If a garden measures 15 feet by 6 feet, what is the area of the garden? 90 square feet
If a girl’s father is 45 years old and is 3 times her age – how old is the girl? 15
If a girl’s mother is 36 years old and is four times her age, how old is the girl? 9
If a greeting card measures 10 inches by 8 inches, what is its area in square inches? 80
If a hotel lobby measures 10 feet by 12 feet, what is the area of the floor? 120 sq. feet
If a lawn sprinkler sprays five gallons of water in one minute, how many gallons of water are sprayed in an hour? 300
If a listener describes the sound of a piece of music as a cacophony, do they find it pleasant or unpleasant to listen to? Unpleasant
If a machine fills 48 cartons in 1 hour, how many will it fill in 2 and a half hours? 120
If a machine fills 96 cartons in 1 hour, how many will it fill in 2 and a half hours? 240
If a man runs for 5 kilometers, how far has he run in meters? 5000
If a man spends $35 on gas every week, how much does he spend on average per day? $5
If a man spends $42 on milk every week, how much does he spend on average per day? $6
If a man was born in 1938, in what year did he celebrate his 40th birthday? 1978
If a man was born in 1938, in what year did he celebrate his 45th birthday? 1983
If a milkman delivers two pints to each of 400 homes every morning, how many gallons does he deliver in a five-day week? 500
If a newspaper costs 25 cents, how many can you buy with $1.50? 6
If a nurse is on duty for 8 hours a day, how many hours is she on duty over 6 days? 48
If a nurse is on duty for 9 hours a day, how many hours is she on duty over 4 days? 36
If a paper boy delivers one newspaper to each of 300 homes every morning, how many does he deliver in a six-day week? 1800
If a person is 6 feet tall, how many inches tall are they? 72
If a person is born on September 17th, what is their zodiac sign? Virgo
If a person is working for the government they are described as a ‘Civil ‘ what? Servant
If a pizza costs $4.50, what would the total cost of four pizzas be? $18.00
If a radio station plays an average of 12 songs every hour, how many songs are played in a 12 hour period? 144
If a room measures 11 feet by 12 feet, what is its area in square feet? 132
If a runner covers 15 miles cross-country in 5 hours, what is his average speed in miles per hour? 3 mph
If a school had 300 boys and 150 girls, what ratio of boys to girls are there? 2 to 1
If a slug moves 5 centimeters in one hour, how many hours would it take to move 25 centimeters if it carried on moving at the same pace? 5 hours
If a snail moves 3 centimeters in one hour, how many hours would it take to move 15 centimeters? 5 hours
If a suite is advertised at $250, what will the price be after a 10% discount? $225
If a swimming pool measures 50 feet by 15 feet, what is the distance around its edge? 130 feet
If a theater has the capacity to seat 2000 people, how many people would it take to quarter fill it? 500
If a tortoise moves four feet in one hour, how many hours will it take it to move 32 feet if it moves at a constant pace? 8 hours
If a tortoise moves three feet in one hour, how many hours will it take it to move 36 feet if it moves at a constant pace? 12 hours
If a train travels 180 miles in three hours, what is its average speed per hour? 60 mph
If a tree grows six inches a year, how many years would it take the tree to grow six feet? 12 years
If a truck has been traveling for 90 minutes at an average speed of 40 miles per hour, how far will it have traveled? 60 miles
If a truck travels an average of 35 miles per gallon of gasoline, how many gallons will be required for a 175 mile journey? 5 Gallons
If a woman has sextuplets, to how many babies does she give birth? 6
If a woman has triplets, one of which is a boy, to how many girls has she given birth? 2
If an aircraft travels at 450 miles per hour, how long does it take to travel 1800 miles? 4 Hours
If an elderly couple have a son and a daughter, each of whom have 3 children, how many grandchildren do they have? 6
If an elevator in an office block can carry 9 passengers, how many elevator loads would it take to transport 63 people? 7
If an employee is normally paid $6 an hour, how much is he paid for three hours work on a holiday at double time? $36
If an employee is normally paid $7 per hour, how much is he paid for 4 hours work on a Sunday at time and a half? $42
If an item regularly costs $200, how much will it cost during a 30% off sale? $140
If an underwater swimmer can hold his breath for two and a half minutes, how many seconds is that? 150
If each side of a square is 2 meters long, in square meters what is its area? 4
If five pounds of apples cost $4.50, how much would three pounds cost? $2.70
If four bottles of wine, cost $13 each, what would the total cost be? $52.00
If it was Mount Olympus in Greek mythology, what was it in Norse mythology? Asgard
If nine children each have five sweets, how many sweets are there altogether? 45
If nine out of ten people are right-handed, how many right-handed people would you find in a group of fifty people? 45
If nine out of ten people are right-handed, how many right-handed people would you find in a group of one hundred and ten people? 99
If one avocado costs 65 cents, what would be the total cost of four avocados? $2.60
If one dress can be made from one and a half yards of fabric, how many dresses can be made from four and a half yards: 3, 4 or 5? 3
If one fathom is 6 feet, how many feet are there in 30 fathoms? 180
If one gallon contains 8 pints, how many pints are there in 15 gallons? 120
If one melon costs 95 cents, how much would 4 melons cost? $3.80
If one octopus has eight ‘legs’, how many ‘legs’ do eight octopi have? 64
If one skirt can be made from one and three quarter yards of fabric, how many skirts can be made from 22 and three quarter meters: 11, 13 or 15? 13
If one spider has eight eyes, how many eyes do seven spiders have between them? 56
If somebody earns $20,000 net, for what does the word ‘net’ stand? After Tax
If the diameter of a circle is 10 inches, what is its radius? 5 inches
If the radius of a circle is half a meter, what is its diameter? 2 meters
If there are 1.4 American Dollars to one English Pound, how many Pounds are there in 14 dollars? 10
If there are 12 horses in a field and one sixth of them are male, what number are female? 10
If there are 12 portions of ice cream in a tub, how many tubs will be needed to give 36 children 2 servings each? 6
If there are 20 horses in a field and one fifth of them are male, what number are female? 16
If there are 20 pieces of candy in a box, how many boxes will be needed to give 40 children 2 pieces each? 4
If there are 20 servings in a bottle of orange juice, how many bottles would you need to give 60 children a serving each? 3
If there are 24 sheets of paper in a ream, how many sheets are there in three reams? 72
If there are 32 chocolates in a box and you eat a quarter of them, what number is left? 24
If there are 480 sheets in a ream of paper, how many sheets are there in two reams? 960
If there are 500 calories in a chocolate bar, how many would you consume if you ate one quarter of it? 125 Calories
If there are 6 glasses of champagne in one bottle, how many glasses are there in 8 bottles? 48
If there are 60 cookies in a box and a child eats a fifth of them, numerically how many cookies are left? 48
If there are 8.5 grams of fat in a chocolate bar, how many grams of fat would you consume if you ate 3 bars? 25.5 grams
If there are 8.5 grams of fat in a chocolate bar, how many grams of fat would you consume if you ate 7 bars? 59.5 grams
If there are 9 ounces of soda pop in one bottle, how many ounces are there in 6 bottles? 54
If there are twelve servings in a bottle of lemonade, how many bottles would you need to give sixty children a serving each? 5
If there were 18 apples in a basket and two thirds are eaten, how many are left? 6
If there were 24 chocolates in a box and three quarters of them had been eaten, how many would be left? 6
If three pounds of nectarines cost $1.80, how much would five pounds cost? $3.00
If you added 20 to the year in which the Battle of Hastings took place, what number would you have? 1086
If you are an employee, what tax form should you receive from your employer before January 31st each year? W-2
If you ate 3 pies, each containing 550 calories, how many calories would you consume? 1650
If you ate 6 cakes, each containing 350 calories, how many calories would you consume in total? 2100
If you bought 100 shares at 33 cents each, how many dollars would you have spent? 33
If you bought two hundred shares at 33 cents each, how much would you have spent? $66
If you drove from Kansas City west on the I70, which major city would you reach first? Denver
If you drove out of San Antonio heading east on the I10, which major city would you reach first? Houston
If you jog at a constant six miles per hour, how many minutes will it take you to jog fifteen miles? 150
If you jogged at a constant speed of 4 miles per hour, how many minutes would it take to jog 1 mile? 15
If you jogged at a constant speed of 6 miles per hour, how many minutes would it take to jog 2 miles? 20
If you landed at Logan International Airport, what major U.S. city would you be in? Boston
If you order ‘Adam and Eve on a Raft’, how do you like your eggs? Poached
If you ordered four computer games at $19.99 each, how much would the bill come to? $79.96
If you ordered three pizzas at $6.50 each, how much would the bill come to? $19.50
If you owe the bank money on your home, are you the mortgagee or the mortgagor? Mortgagee
If you run at a constant 8 miles per hour, how long will it take you to run 24 miles? 3 hours
If you run at a constant 8 miles per hour, how long will it take you to run 28 miles? 3.5 hours
If you subtract the year of the Battle of Trafalgar from the year of the Battle of Waterloo what number remains? 10
If you traveled due north from the island of Tasmania, which is the first country you would reach? Australia
If you traveled north across the Tay Bridge, in which Scottish city would you arrive? Dundee
If you traveled on the longest river in the world you would spend most of your trip in what country? Egypt
If you visited Brasenose College and Nuffield College would you be in Oxford or Cambridge? Oxford
If you visited Trinity College and King’s College, would you be in Oxford or Cambridge? Cambridge
If you walk at a constant 4 miles per hour, how many minutes will it take you to walk 30 miles? 450
If you wanted to buy 3 sweaters at $55 each, how much would you spend in total? $165
If you wanted to buy 4 bottles of wine at $8 each, how much would it cost? $32
If you wanted to drive along the Pacific Coast from San Francisco to Los Angeles, which Route would you take: the 1 or the 5? 1
If you were ‘coursing’, what would you take with you to help catch game? Hounds
If you were at Geneva airport, in which country would you be? Switzerland
If you were at O’Hare airport, in which city would you be? Chicago
If you were in Ankara, in which country would you be? Turkey
If you were in Fray Bentos in Uruguay and you crossed the Uruguay river, in which country would you arrive? Argentina
If you were in Kiev, in which country would you be? Ukraine
If you were in Perth, Australia and sailed due west, in which African country would you arrive? South Africa
If you were in the resort of Las Palmas, in which group of islands would you be? Canary Islands
If you were in the resort of Palma, in which group of islands would you be? Balearics
If you were to buy 3 items at 49 cents each, how much would you spend? $1.47
If you were to buy 6 items at 15 cents each, how much would you spend? 90 cents
If you were visiting the old Benedictine Abbey Mont Saint Michel, in which country would you be? France
If you were watching the Lipizzaner horses at the Spanish Riding School, which European country would you visiting? Austria
If you wished to sail from Key West in Florida to Miami Beach would you head east or west? East
If you wished to travel directly from Cheyenne to Denver, would you head north or south? South
If you wished to travel directly from Davenport to Des Moines, Iowa, would you head east or west? West
If you wished to travel directly from Indianapolis to Louisville, would you head north or south? South
If you wished to travel directly from Liverpool to Dublin, would you head East or West? East
If you wished to travel directly from Peru to Ecuador would you head north or south? North
Igor Sikorsky first designed what type of transport? Helicopter
Ikebana’ is a type of flower arranging originating from which country? Japan
Imelda, the wife of the late President Marcos of the Philippines, was noted for her obsession with which fashion accessory? Shoes
Imre Nagy was prime minister of which country at the time of the 1956 uprising? Hungary

In (# to C)…

In politics, which political party’s forerunners were originally known as the Whigs? Republican
In ’60s pop music, what is the name of the lead singer of ‘The Four Tops’? Levi Stubbs
In ’80s sitcom ‘Alf’, Alf was a furry alien from what planet? Melmac
In ‘Gulliver’s Travels’, what is Gulliver’s first name? Lemuel
In ‘Lonely Hearts’ ads, what does the letter ‘C’ stand for in TLC? Care
In ‘Lonely Hearts’ ads, what does the letter ‘T’ stand for in ‘TLC’? Tender
In ‘Scrabble’, how many points would you score if you placed the word ‘fox’ on a double word score? 26
In ‘Scrabble’, if someone made a word worth twenty six points and it landed on a triple word score, how many points would it score? 78 points
In ‘Star Trek – The Next Generation’, what job does Whoopi Goldberg’s character have? Bartender
In ‘Star Trek’, which character was nicknamed Bones? McCoy
In ‘Star Trek’, which engineer used to say, ‘She’ll Not Take Much More, Captain’? Mr. Scott
In ‘The Famous Five’ stories by Enid Blyton, how many children were in the gang? 4
In ‘The Jungle Book’, what kind of animal is King Louie? Orangutan
In ‘The Muppet Show’, what was the name of Kermit the Frog’s nephew? Robin
In ‘The Three Musketeers’ by Alexandre Dumas, which cardinal is a prominent character? Richelieu
In ‘This Old House’, ‘Flat’ and ‘Cross-Head’ are both types of which tool? Screwdriver
In ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ the name of the main character is ‘Atticus’ what? Finch
In ‘West Side Story’, the names of the rival gangs were ‘The Jets’ and ‘The ‘ who? Sharks
In 1215 what treaty was signed in England? Magna Carta
In 1431, St. Joan of Arc was burned at the stake in which city? Rouen
In 1494, which treaty divided the Americas between Spain and Portugal? Tordesillas
In 1497, the Portuguese explorer and navigator Vasco Da Gama was the first European to reach which Asian country by the sea route around Africa? India
In 1520 the followers of Henry VIII and Francis I met at the Field of the Cloth of Gold, which was situated near which French city? Calais
In 1582, what calendar still in force today replaced the old Julian Calendar? Gregorian
In 15th and 16th century Italy, the Medici family played a vital role in supporting Renaissance artists in what city? Florence
In 15th century British fashion, what was the term ‘wimple’ used to describe: gloves or a head-dress? Head-Dress
In 1607, which Spanish City did the Catalans allow the archduke Charles III of Austria to establish his court in? Barcelona
In 1609, which famous navigator discovered an American river, which now bears his name, and followed it 150 miles to Albany? Henry Hudson
In 1632, the scientist Galileo was accused of heresy before the Inquisition for suggesting that the planets circled what? Sun
In 1632, which scientist was accused of heresy for suggesting that the planets circled the Sun? Galileo
In 1636, which school became the first North American university to be founded? Harvard
In 1770, which famous explorer claimed Australia for Britain? Captain Cook
In 1775, whom did the Continental Congress name as the first Postmaster General? Ben Franklin
In 1776, America declared its independence from which country? Britain
In 1787, which currency was introduced in the United States? Dollar
In 1793 the Revolutionary Calendar came into use in which European country? France
In 1799, what form of transportation did Sir George Cayley build? Aircraft
In 1819, the ‘Savannah’ was the first ship to cross the Atlantic powered by what means? Steam
In 1832, the U.S. Congress passed a law requiring all American citizens to spend one day each year fasting and doing what? Praying
In 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell was the first woman in America to graduate in medicine – what nationality was she? English
In 1849, English-born Elizabeth Blackwell was the first woman in America to graduate in which subject? Medicine
In 1858, John Hanning Speke discovered the source of which great African River? Nile
In 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in which city? Washington D.C.
In 1867, the U.S.A. purchased Alaska from which country? Russia
In 1869 the Cincinnati Red Stockings were the first professional team in what sport? Baseball
In 1886, the first Audubon Society was formed for what kind of preservation organization? Bird
In 1891, James Naismith invented which sport while working in Canada as a physical education instructor? Basketball
In 1893, which country became the first to give women the vote? New Zealand
In 1893, which country in the South Pacific Ocean was the first to grant women the vote? New Zealand
In 1895, the Kellogg Brothers first patented which peanut product? Butter
In 1895, what did Italian Guglielmo Marconi invent? Radio
In 1896 traces of which metal were found in a small tributary of the Klondike River in Canada? Gold
In 1901, Hubert Booth invented the first what? Vacuum Cleaner
In 1901, the Italian born inventor Marconi became the first man to transmit a radio signal over which ocean? Atlantic
In 1902, what scholarships were first established? Rhodes
In 1903, the U.S. bought the rights to build a canal in which newly independent country? Panama
In 1903, what was the name of the plane in which the Wright Brothers flew the first heavier than air machine? Flyer
In 1903, which brothers made the first power-driven airplane? Wright
In 1925, which country banned the wearing of the Fez hat? Turkey
In 1927, the first non-regular public television broadcasts were made in what country: USA or England? England
In 1932, who became the first woman elected to the US Senate? Carraway
In 1933, FDR survived the assassination attempt that took the life of which Chicago mayor? Cermak
In 1936, in which film did Shirley Temple star with Frank Morgan who played her pickpocketing grandfather? Dimples
In 1938, law student Chester Carlson invented xerography, the first method of what duplication process? Photocopying
In 1945, Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam’s independence from which European country? France
In 1947, a UFO is said to have landed in Roswell in what state? New Mexico
In 1947, British rule ended over which country? India
In 1948, David Ben Gurion became the first Prime Minister of which new independent state? Israel
In 1954, the ‘Nautilus’ was launched and was the first submarine to be powered by what means? Nuclear-powered
In 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested for sitting in the wrong seat in which type of vehicle? Bus
In 1957, in which city were the treaties which set up the original European Economic Community signed: Rome or Geneva? Rome
In 1960s fashion, what were ‘clam-diggers’? Pants
In 1960s sitcom, rich tourists were marooned on whose uninhabited South Pacific Island? Gilligan’s
In 1960s TV, what was the name of the western series in which Clint Eastwood starred as Rowdy Yates? Rawhide
In 1961, was the first manned orbital flight by a ‘Soviet cosmonaut’ or an ‘American astronaut’? Cosmonaut
In 1961, which African leader was released from British custody after being imprisoned for 9 years: Jomo Kenyatta or Hastings Banda? Jomo Kenyatta
In 1963 Lee Harvey Oswald was shot by which assassin? Jack Ruby
In 1964 Tanganyika joined Zanzibar to become which country? Tanzania
In 1964, who became the first Prime Minister of Kenya? Kenyatta
In 1965, Soviet spaceman Alexei Leonov became the first man to do what in space? Walk
In 1966, in which country did England’s Prince Charles, aged 17, attend a school called Timbertop? Australia
In 1966, Soviet spaceman Vladimir Komarov became the first man to do what in space? Die
In 1966, which famous British model said about herself ‘It’s not what you’d call a figure, is it?’ Twiggy
In 1967, according to the song by Scott McKenzie, if you were going towhereyou should ‘be sure to wear some flowers in your hair’? San Francisco
In 1968 Senator Robert Francis Kennedy was assassinated in which city? Los Angeles
In 1968, Martin Luther King was assassinated in which city? Memphis
In 1968, Senator Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated in the kitchen of what Los Angeles hotel? Ambassador
In 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk…where? Moon
In 1970, President Nixon extended the Vietnam War into which country? Cambodia
In 1970, the funeral of which French President took place in Paris? De Gaulle
In 1971, which American tennis player became the first female athlete to win $100,000 in a single year? King
In 1972, Michael Norman Manley became Prime Minister of which Caribbean island for the first time? Jamaica
In 1972, what animal was presented to Queen Elizabeth II by the President of Cameroon to mark her silver wedding anniversary? Elephant
In 1972, who won seven gold medals in Olympic swimming? Mark Spitz
In 1973, who was sworn in at the White House as the 56th Secretary of State: Henry A. Kissinger or Madeleine K. Albright? Kissinger
In 1974, former child star Shirley Temple Black became U.S. ambassador to what African Republic? Ghana
In 1974, the James Bond film was called ‘The Man with the Golden’ what’? Gun
In 1974, which kidnapped American newspaper heiress was seen participating in an armed raid? Patty Hearst
In 1975, Michael Caine and Sean Connery starred in the 1975 film ‘The Man Who Would be ‘ what? King
In 1975, Mozambique achieved independence after 470 years of rule from which European country? Portugal
In 1975, Papua New Guinea achieved full independence from which country? Australia
In 1975, the U.S.A. withdrew troops from which country? Vietnam
In 1975, what singer/songwriter had a hit for the second time with ‘Breakin’ Up is Hard to Do’? Neil Sedaka
In 1977, which tennis player was the first British woman to win the Ladies’ Singles title at Wimbledon since Ann Jones in 1969? Virginia Wade
In 1980, who became the first prime minister of Zimbabwe? Robert Mugabe
In 1981, Fyodor Dostoevsky, author of the book ‘The Idiot’, died, aged 60, after moving what? Bookcase
In 1983, Cyndi Lauper had a hit with the song ‘Girls Just Want to Have’ what? Fun
In 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to travel where? Space
In 1983, who teamed up with Paul McCartney on the #1 hit ‘Say, Say, Say’? Michael Jackson
In 1983, William Golding won the Nobel Prize for what? Literature
In 1984, the federal government enacted the Uniform Drinking Age Act, mandating reduced federal transportation funds to states that did not raise the Minimum Legal Drinking Age to what? 21
In 1985, Madonna had an album hit with ‘Like a …’ what? Virgin
In 1986, what was the name of the robot submersible that the crew of the Alvin used to inspect the hull and look inside of the Titanic? Jason Junior
In 1986, which boxer beat Trevor Burbick to become the youngest ever heavyweight world champion? Mike Tyson
In 1988, Tom Hanks was nominated for an Oscar and won a Golden Globe award for which film? Big
In 1988, which German tennis player was the last woman to win the Grand Slam? Steffi Graf
In 1989, an earthquake struck minutes before game 3 of the ‘World Series’ in what city? San Francisco
In 1989, which author had a ‘Fatwa’ issued against him by Iran’s Ayatollah Khomeini, for blasphemy? Salman Rushdie
In 1990 Mel Gibson starred in which film adaptation of a Shakespeare play? Hamlet
In 1990, Kathy Bates won best actress Oscar for her part in which film based on a Stephen King novel? Misery
In 1991, the Disney movie ‘Beauty and the Beast’ was the first animated film to be nominated for which ‘Best’ Oscar? Picture
In 1991, the Disney movie that became a musical and was the first animated film to be nominated for Best Picture Oscar was ‘Beauty and The …’ what? Beast
In 1991, the winner of the Academy Award for best screenplay starring Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis was ‘Thelma and ‘ who? Louise
In 1992, actor Daniel Day-Lewis starred as Hawkeye in which film, set in 18th century America, ‘The Last of the ‘ what? Mohicans
In 1992, President George Bush formally declared that he refused to eat what vegetable? Broccoli
In 1993 Keanu Reeves and Michael Keaton starred in which film adaptation of a Shakespeare play, ‘Much Ado About …’ what? Nothing
In 1993, author Jung Chang had a number one bestseller with his novel entitled what ‘ Swans’? Wild
In 1993, Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd exchanged lifestyles in which film? Trading Places
In 1993, the U.S. space shuttle Discovery was sent to rendezvous with and repair which telescope? Hubble
In 1994, which famous singer missed a penalty kick at the opening ceremony to the soccer’s World Cup? Diana Ross
In 1994, which film, based on a Louisa May Alcott novel, starred Winona Ryder and Susan Sarandon as part of the March family? Little Women
In 1995, the US space shuttle Discovery had a rendezvous with what Russian space station? Mir
In 1996, Bill Russell replaced what colorful baseball legend as manager of the L.A. Dodgers? Lasorda
In 1996, singer Tom Jones appeared as himself in which Tim Burton sci-fi comedy film? Mars Attacks!
In 1996, what brothers were convicted of first degree murder for the shotgun killings of their parents? Menendez
In 1996, which veteran singer appeared as himself in Tim Burton’s ‘Mars Attacks’? Tom Jones
In 1997, in which city did the European Parliament open its new home: Amsterdam or Brussels? Brussels
In 1997, Scotland voted to have its own Parliament, based in what city? Edinburgh
In 1997, who became the first Republican in 68 years to be re-elected as Speaker of the House? Newt Gingrich
In 1997, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for her work on land mines? Jody Williams
In 1998, actress Kim Basinger won an Oscar for which crime thriller set in Los Angeles? LA Confidential
In 1998, Chris Ford was fired as the coach of what NBA team? Bucks
In 1998, Jane Couch won a legal battle to compete professionally in which sport in Britain? Boxing
In 1998, to celebrate the 1930s, the Postal Service released stamps of the Roosevelts, Jesse Owens and which comic book superhero? Superman
In 1998, who won a legal battle to compete professionally in women’s boxing in Britain? Jane Couch
In 1999, Sophie Rhys-Jones married which of England’s Royal Princes? Edward
In 1999, which athlete became the first man to hold the 200 and 400 meter records since Tommy Smith in the 1960s? Michael Johnson
In 1999, which athlete became the first man to run under 9.8 seconds for the 100 meters? Maurice Greene
In 1999, which Spice Girl had a single with Bryan Adams? Mel C
In 1999’s ‘Toy Story 2’, who performs the voice of Mr. Potato Head? Don Rickles
In 2000, Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz and which other actress appeared in the film ‘Charlie’s Angels’? Lucy Liu
In 2000, what baseball player set a record off the field by signing a contract with the Texas Rangers worth $252 million over ten years? Alex Rodriguez
In 2001, Colin Powell became the U.S.’s first black ‘Secretary of…’ what Cabinet Department? State
In 2001, Mike Dunleavy was fired as the coach of which NBA team? Blazers
In 2001, the FCC cleared the $108 billion merger of AOL and what media titan? Time Warner
In 20th century British fashion, who designed the first mini-skirt: Zandra Rhodes or Mary Quant? Mary Quant
In 20th century film, which actress’s real name is Cherilyn Sarkisian? Cher
In 20th century film, which actress’s real name was Margarita Carmen Cansino? Rita Hayworth
In a ‘Monty Python’ sketch, a Norwegian Blue variety of which creature was returned to a pet shop because it was deceased? Parrot
In a 1952 coup, Gamal Nasser overthrew the monarchy of which country? Egypt
In a 1952 coup, Gamal Nasser overthrew which king of Egypt? Farouk
In a bakery, how much would you pay for 3 bagels if they cost 85 cents each? $2.55
In a bakery, how much would you pay for 5 eclairs if they cost 95 cents each? $4.75
In a box of 24 hard and soft centered chocolates, if one third have hard centers, numerically how many have soft centers? 16
In a box of 50 chocolate and sugar cookies, one fifth are chocolate. Numerically, how many are sugar? 40
In a car engine, what is the name of the device which mixes air with gas to aid combustion? Carburetor
In a car, what transmits power from the engine to the gearbox in a manual gearboxed motor vehicle? Clutch
In a casino, how many compartments are there on an American roulette wheel? 38
In a casino, what name is given to the game in which a ball is dropped on to a revolving wheel with numbered compartments? Roulette
In a church or synagogue, what ‘L’ is the name of the stand from which lessons are read? Lectern
In a class of 38 pupils, 12 of them had roller-skates, how many did not? 26
In a class of 40 pupils, 25 percent had an apple, how many did not? 30
In a class room of 12 children, 6 are girls, what fraction are boys? Half
In a factory, if 2,000 chocolates are produced every hour, how many are produced in an 8 hour day? “16 000″
In a factory, if 60 cars are produced every hour, how many are produced in an 8 hour day? 480
In a gas engine, what name is given to the device that ignites the gas-air mixture? Spark Plug
In a honeybee colony, which bees collect the pollen and nectar: the drones or the workers? Workers
In a honeybee colony, which bees take care of building the nest: the males or the females? Females
In a hospital, for what does the initial ‘E’ stand in ER? Emergency
In a hospital, with what problems would the Cardiology Department deal? Heart
In a Lewis Carroll book, which character says, ‘I’ve had such a curious dream’? Alice
In a litter of animals, what name is given to the smallest, weakest animal: the runt or the grunt? Runt
In a litter of pigs, which one is known as a ‘St. Anthony’ pig? Smallest
In a math exam, if you get four-fifths of the answers correct, what is your percentage score? 80%
In a math test, if you score six out of ten, what percentage have you achieved? 60%
In a motor vehicle, ‘Drum’ and ‘Disc’ are the two main types of what? Brakes
In a nursery rhyme, who had a ‘Little Lamb’? Mary
In a pack of cards, the Knave is another name for which picture card? Jack
In a pop group of four females and two males, what fraction are female? Two Thirds
In a post office, how much would you pay for 5 postal orders costing $15 each? $75
In a Post Office, how much would you pay for 5 stamps at 34 cents each? $1.70
In a power station, what ‘G’ is the device which converts kinetic energy into electrical energy? Generator
In a pride of lions, do the males or the females do the majority of the hunting? Females
In a school of sea horses do the males or females look after the young? Males
In a schoolroom of 50 pupils, if thirty per cent were wearing school uniforms, numerically, how many were not? 35
In a series of children’s books, what title character attended Hogwarts school? Harry Potter
In a shop, if the bill is $6.45, how much change should you get from $10? $3.55
In a shop, if the bill is $7.35, how much change should you get from $10? $2.65
In a standard deck of playing cards, the suits are named Hearts, Diamonds, Spades and what? Clubs
In a standard game of 8-ball, how many balls are on the table at the start of play, not including the cue ball? 15
In a standard game of poker, what name is given to a hand where all five cards are of the same suit? Flush
In a standard modern pack of cards, how many aces are there? 4
In a standard three-pin plug, two of the pins are connected to the live wire and ground wire – to what is the third pin connected? Neutral
In a standard three-pin plug, two of the pins are connected to the live wire and neutral wire – to what is the third pin connected? Ground
In a supermarket of 125 customers, if 75 are women and 50 are men, what percentage are female? 60%
In a survey of 1000 households, if 963 had televisions, how many did not? 37
In a survey of 500 pet owners, 380 had dogs, how many did not? 120
In a theater, is a Gobo used in lighting or sound effects? Lighting
In a typical test, if you score 8 out of 10, what is this as a percentage? 80%
In a variation of what game might you ‘go to the bone yard’ and ‘wash the dishes’? Dominoes
In a weather station, what ‘T’ is a device that measures temperature? Thermometer
In addition to being the mythical city in the Superman films and cartoons, ‘Metropolis’ is also a town in which state east of the Mississippi? Illinois
In Africa, the Aswan High Dam crosses which river? Nile
In Africa, what ‘N’ is a country which lies between South Africa and Angola? Namibia
In Africa, what name is given to an organized trip to see wild animals in their natural habitat? Safari
In Africa, what name is given to the game reserve covering parts of Kenya and Tanzania? Masai Mara
In agriculture, what ‘A’ describes land used primarily for raising food crops? Arable
In agriculture, what ‘C’ describes any plant product grown or harvested for human use? Crop
In agriculture, what ‘F’ is the name given to a field left unplanted to allow the soil to recover? Fallow
In agriculture, what ‘I’ is the name given to the ancient process by which water is provided artificially for crops? Irrigation
In air travel, for what does the first ‘A’ stand for in the governing body ‘FAA’? Aviation
In air travel, for what does the second ‘A’ stand for in the governing body ‘FAA’? Administration
In America, for what does the letter ‘C’ stand in ‘CIA’? Central
In America, for what does the letter ‘I’ stand for in ‘FBI’? Investigation
In America, what ‘S’ is the name given to what the British call ‘braces’? Suspenders
In America, what is the name of the city in which Martin Luther King was assassinated in 1968? Memphis
In America, which 1969 festival featuring the Rolling Stones was marred when a young man was stabbed to death by Hell’s Angels acting as security guards? Altamont
In America, which festival was billed as ‘Three Days of Peace and Music’ in August 1969? Woodstock
In America, which very large stringed instrument is sometimes called a ‘Bull Fiddle’? Double Bass
In American casinos, is ‘Craps’ played with cards or dice? Dice
In American custom, on Groundhog Day, if the groundhog sees his shadow, how many more weeks of winter will there be? 6
In American Football, how many points are awarded for two touchdowns and two extra points? 14
In American geography, St. Louis stands on which river? Mississippi
In American history, how many British ships were involved in the Boston Tea Party protest? 3
In American history, in which month in 1944 was D-Day at Normandy? June
In American history, the purchase of Alaska in the 1880s was known as ‘Seward’s ‘ what? Folly
In American history, the treaty agreeing acquisition of territory from the French in 1803 was known as the ‘Louisiana ‘ what? Purchase
In American history, was Abraham Lincoln a Democrat or a Republican? Republican
In American history, was George Washington born in 1732 or 1789? 1732
In American history, what is the most common first name for U.S. Presidents? James
In American history, which city became the capital of the Confederate States in April 1861, remaining so for the duration of the Civil War? Richmond
In American history, which Hawaiian U.S. naval base was attacked by the Japanese air force in December 1941? Pearl Harbor
In American history, which tribe had a Chief called ‘Sitting Bull’? Sioux
In American literature, in which century was the Pulitzer Prize first awarded? 20th
In American literature, the short story ‘The Pit and the Pendulum’ was written by Edgar Allan … who? Poe
In American literature, the story ‘The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’ was written by ‘Mark ‘ who? Twain
In American politics, for what does the letter ‘A’ stand for in ‘CIA’? Agency
In American politics, the Upper House of Congress is called ‘The ‘ what? Senate
In American politics, what is the name of the National Legislative body? Congress
In American politics, which party was led by Jimmy Carter during the late 1970’s? Democratic
In American slang, what parts of the body are your ‘gams’? Legs
In American sports, for what does the initial ‘H’ stand for in NHL? Hockey
In an elevator, if the maximum capacity is 750 kilograms, how many people, each weighing 90 kilograms, could be carried without setting off the alarm? 8
In an engine or machine, what name is given to the rod that transmits motion from a piston to a rotating part or vice versa? Connecting rod
In an office of 20 men and 10 women, what fraction are women? Third
In an office, what is the common abbreviation for a computer? PC
In an office, what is the common abbreviation for a facsimile? Fax
In an oligarchy, the more powerful are the what? Few
In an orchestra, do the cellos traditionally sit to the conductor’s left or right? Right
In an orchestra, do the first violins traditionally sit to the conductor’s left or right? Left
In an orchestra, what ‘B’ is the conductor’s stick? Baton
In an orchestra, who uses a baton? Conductor
In an orchestra, who would play a gong? Percussionist
In anatomy, on what part of your face would you find a ‘bridge’? Nose
In anatomy, the digit of a foot is more commonly known as what? Toe
In anatomy, where in the human body would you find the Islets of Langerhans? Pancreas
In anatomy, where in the human body would you find the Semilunar Cartilages? Knee
In ancient Egypt, the goddess Bast was represented by which animal? Cat
In ancient Egypt, Thoth was the god of what ‘W’? Wisdom
In Ancient Greece, were the nine muses ‘Daughters’ or ‘Sons’ of Zeus? Daughters
In ancient Greek mythology, Helios was the god of what? Sun
In ancient history, Delphi was a city of which ancient country? Greece
In ancient history, Machu Pichu was a city in which ancient country? Peru
In ancient history, the nation of Rome was made up of two groups: the Patricians and the what? Plebeians
In ancient history, was Loki the Greek or Norse god of mischief? Norse
In ancient history, what ‘F’ was the public square or marketplace of a Roman town? Forum
In ancient history, what ‘L’ was a leaf often used to make wreaths for successful athletes or artists? Laurel
In ancient history, who first claimed that all matter on Earth was made up of the four elements, earth, air, water and fire? Aristotle
In ancient Roman religion, for how long did vestal virgins have to serve the chief priest before they were allowed to marry: 10, 20 or 30 years? 30
In Ancient Roman theater, what name is given to genre of performance where one actor played all the parts in mime, with music and singing in the background? Pantomime
In ancient science, the Philosopher’s Stone was supposed to transmute base metals into what ‘G’? Gold
In animal biology, how many bones does a giraffe have in its neck? 7
In animal biology, how many chambers does a crocodile’s heart have? 4
In animal biology, what ‘C’ are the thread-like bodies that contain genes? Chromosomes
In animal biology, what ‘C’ is a word used to describe having the nature or qualities of a dog? Canine
In animal biology, what ‘H’ means the emergence of young from an egg? Hatching
In animal biology, what ‘I’ is the name given to the hard white material of elephant tusks? Ivory
In approximately how many hundred thousand kilometers per second can light travel through space: 1, 2, 3 or 4? 3
In April 1906, a massive earthquake demolished which city: Mexico City or San Francisco? San Francisco
In archery, what ‘F’ is the name given to the fitting of feathers on to arrows? Fletching
In architecture, Canterbury Cathedral was built in 1175 in which style? Gothic
In architecture, how many sides does an Obelisk have? 4
In architecture, Pierre L’Enfant designed what historical mall? Washington
In architecture, what name is given to the slender turret attached to a Mosque from where the faithful are called to prayer? Minaret
In architecture, what observatory was donated to Los Angeles by Colonel Griffith J. Griffith? Griffith
In area, which Asian country is larger – India or Bangladesh? India
In area, which South American country is larger: Chile or Peru? Peru
In Arizona’s Petrified Forest, the tree tissue has been replaced with chalcedony or shale? Chalcedony
In army mess hall slang, what food is called ‘gun wadding’? Bread
In art, ‘A Bigger Splash’ is amongst the works of which Yorkshire-born artist? David Hockney
In art, ‘A Rake’s Progress’ is amongst the works of which London born artist? William Hogarth
In art, ‘Seated Old Man’ and ‘Woman Bathing’ are drawings by which Dutch artist, born in 1606? Rembrandt
In art, ‘The Birth of Venus’ and ‘Primavera’ are paintings by whom? Botticelli
In art, a triptych is a painting with how many panels? 3
In art, Antonio Canova’s most famous sculpture, depicting goddesses of charm and beauty, is called ‘The Three ‘ what? Graces
In art, by what name is Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa otherwise known? La Giaconda
In art, by what name is Leonardo da Vinci’s mysterious portrait of the wife of Francesco del Giocondo better known? Mona Lisa
In art, by what name was the painter Domnikos Theotokpoulos better known? El Greco
In art, did ink originally come from an animal or a plant? Animal
In art, do painters use a mallet or a palette on which to mix paint colors? Palette
In art, do painters use a maulstick or a drumstick to support the hand holding the brush? Maulstick
In art, from what country was Impressionist painter Mary Cassatt? US
In art, from which European city do the Elgin Marbles originate? Athens
In art, from which Testament of the Bible were Michelangelo’s scenes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel taken: Old or New? Old
In art, Hans Holbein the Younger was court painter to which English monarch? Henry VIII
In art, how is ‘La Giaconda’ better known? Mona Lisa
In art, how many people are at the table in Leonardo da Vinci’s painting ‘The Last Supper’? 13
In art, how many people are depicted on Leonardo da Vinci’s fresco ‘The Last Supper’? 13
In art, in which Asian country was the technique of color printing first developed in the 11th century A.D.? China
In art, in which city is the Scottish National Portrait Gallery? Edinburgh
In art, in which country did pop art first develop in the 1950s? USA
In art, in which European capital can ‘The Elgin Marbles’ be viewed? London
In art, in which European city is the ‘Mona Lisa’ on permanent display? Paris
In art, in which European city is the Prado gallery? Madrid
In art, in which European city would you find the Louvre? Paris
In art, in which European country was the technique of pointillism first developed in the late 19th century? France
In art, in which Italian city is the Uffizi Art Gallery? Florence
In art, in which museum would you be able to view the Venus de Milo? Louvre
In art, in which U.S. city is the Getty Center Museum? Los Angeles
In art, is ‘kaolin’ pure china clay or terracotta? China clay
In art, is ‘tempera’ a paint mixed with egg or oil? Egg
In art, is ‘tempera’ or ‘Tempura’ a type of paint? Tempera
In art, is Anthony Gormley’s ‘Angel of the North’ a painting or a sculpture? Sculpture
In art, is Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘The Last Supper’ painted on canvas or directly onto the wall? Wall
In art, is the term ‘Life Drawing’ a study of the human anatomy or the study of objects? Anatomy
In art, La Gare St. Lazare, a Parisian railway station is the subject of a famous series of paintings by which painter? Monet
In art, Leonardo da Vinci was appointed court painter to the king of which country? France
In art, Leonardo da Vinci’s fresco ‘The Last Supper’, can be found in which Italian city? Milan
In art, papier-mch is made from glue, water and what other material? Paper
In art, the bombing of which Spanish town is the subject of a 1937 painting by Pablo Picasso, which can be seen in Madrid’s Prado Museum? Guernica
In art, the draped statue of Venus in the Louvre is known by what name? Venus de Milo
In art, the exhibit ‘Mother and Child, Divided’ by Damien Hirst is a ‘Cow and Calf’ or a ‘Ewe and Lamb’ in formaldehyde? Cow and Calf
In art, the scenery of which city was Giovanni Canaletto’s inspiration: Florence, Rome or Venice? Venice
In art, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London holds the largest collection in the world of the work of which English landscape artist? Constable
In art, was ‘Monet’ French or Dutch? French
In art, was Picasso Spanish or Portuguese? Spanish
In art, were Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci both right handed or left handed? Left Handed
In art, were Monet and Rembrandt both right handed or left handed? Right Handed
In art, what ‘A’ applies to a style of painting or sculpture that is non-representational and prioritizes color and form over subject? Abstract
In art, what ‘A’ is a term given to art produced by native Australians from pre-history to the present day? Aboriginal
In art, what ‘C’ is a school of painting that reduces and fragments natural forms into abstract, often geometric structures? Cubism
In art, what ‘M’ painted ‘Girl Seated’? Matisse
In art, what ‘O’ is a yellow or reddish-brown earth used in paints and dyes? Ochre
In art, what ‘P’ painted the war painting ‘Guernica’? Picasso
In art, what ‘S’ is a kind of rusty earth used as a pigment in painting, usually yellowish-brown in color? Sienna
In art, what ‘S’ is a representation of a person’s profile usually in a solid color on a plain background? Silhouette
In art, what ‘S’ is a silkscreen print? Serigraph
In art, what ‘T’ was court painter to the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V? Titian
In art, what ‘V’ was Court Painter to King Philip IV of Spain? Velzquez
In art, what Florentine painter had the original surname Filipepi, but is known by his nickname, which means Little Barrel? Botticelli
In art, what is a type of decorative glass that takes its name from the Italian for ‘A Thousand Flowers’? Millefiori
In art, what is a type of wall painting that takes its name from the Italian for ‘fresh’? Fresco
In art, what is the more common name for the statue ‘Aphrodite’ which was found on the island of Milos? Venus De Milo
In art, what is the name of the large bronze statue of Apollo which reputedly stood in Rhodes in the 3rd century BC? Colossus
In art, what Montmartre nightclub was featured in the poster art of Henri Toulouse-Lautrec? Moulin Rouge
In art, what name is given to a picture or design made up of broken bits of glass or stone? Mosaic
In art, what name is given to a picture or design made up of small fragments of materials such as glass or stone? Mosaic
In art, what name is given to the medium where paint is mixed with egg white before being applied? Tempera
In art, what nationality was Matisse: French or Belgian? French
In art, what nationality was the painter Claude Monet? French
In art, what nationality was the sculptor Benvenuto Cellini famous for his ‘Perseus with the Head of Medusa’? Italian
In art, what nationality was the sculptor Michelangelo? Italian
In art, what was Australian painter Sir Sidney Nolan’s middle name? Robert
In art, what was the nationality of the painter Gustav Klimt: German or Austrian? Austrian
In art, what was the nationality of the painter Paul Klee: Swiss or French? Swiss
In art, which 15th and 16th century Florentine artist painted ‘Madonna of the Magnificat’ and ‘Mystic Nativity’? Botticelli
In art, which artist cut off his own ear? Van Gogh
In art, which artist had a Blue and a Rose Period? Picasso
In art, which famous painting is also known as ‘La Gioconda’: ‘The Mona Lisa’ or ‘Sunflowers’? The Mona Lisa
In art, which Florentine painter painted ‘The Birth of Venus’ and ‘Mars and Venus’? Botticelli
In art, which French painter was famous for the ‘Birth of Venus’? Boucher
In art, which Parisian railway station is the subject of a famous series of paintings by Monet? Gare St. Lazare
In art, which sculptor’s work include ‘The Thinker’ and ‘The Kiss’? Rodin
In art, which Spanish painter was quoted as saying ‘I paint objects as I think them, not as I see them’? Picasso
In art, which Spanish surrealist painter collaborated in the 1929 film ‘Un Chien Andalou’? Salvador Dali
In art, which world famous painting is also known as ‘La Gioconda’? Mona Lisa
In art, who became the court painter to King Charles I in 1632: Van Dyck or Van Eyck? Dyck
In art, who became the court painter to King Henry VIII in 1536: Hans Holbein the younger, or Albrecht Drer? Holbein
In art, who had a studio called ‘The Factory’ and produced prints of soup cans and film stars? Andy Warhol
In art, who painted ‘Guernica’? Picasso
In art, who painted ‘The Last Supper’? Da Vinci
In art, who painted ‘The Night Watch’? Rembrandt
In art, who painted the work ‘Olympia’ in 1863: Manet or Monet? Manet
In art, who painted the work ‘The Haywain’ in 1821: Constable or Gainsborough? Constable
In Arthur Miller’s play ‘Death of a Salesman’, what relation is Biff Loman to Willy Loman? Son
In Arthurian legend, what was the name of the magician to the court of King Arthur? Merlin
In arts and crafts, does ‘macram’ involve the knotting of threads or lace? Threads
In arts and crafts, is ‘batik’ a technique of dyeing fabric or carving wood? Dyeing Fabric
In arts and crafts, what ‘I’ is the formal Japanese style of flower arrangement? Ikebana
In arts and crafts, what ‘R’ is a soft, fibrous material from a type of palm leaf that is used for making baskets and mats? Raffia
In astrology, how many signs of the zodiac are not living things? 1
In astrology, how many signs of the zodiac are there? 12
In astrology, the crab represents which sign of the Zodiac? Cancer
In astrology, what ‘A’ is the starsign that covers the period from January 20 to February 19? Aquarius
In astrology, what ‘C’ is the luminous heavenly body consisting of a nucleus, a coma and a tail which revolves around the sun in an eccentric orbit? Comet
In astrology, what ‘H’ is a chart that predicts a person’s future? Horoscope
In astronomy, ‘Titan’ is a satellite of which planet: Jupiter or Saturn? Saturn
In astronomy, ‘Total’, ‘Annular’ and ‘Lunar’ are all types of what? Eclipse
In astronomy, ‘Vernal’ and ‘Autumnal’ are both types of what? Equinoxes
In astronomy, Callisto is the second largest moon of which planet? Jupiter
In astronomy, Castor and Pollux are both types of what? Stars
In astronomy, Deimos is a satellite of which planet: Venus or Mars? Mars
In astronomy, does a meteor or a meteorite land on Earth? Meteorite
In astronomy, during what kind of event is the white halo surrounding the sun, known as the corona, visible from Earth? Eclipse
In astronomy, during which month is the Earth nearest to the Sun? January
In astronomy, how many main rings does Saturn have: 2, 7 or 12? 7
In astronomy, how often does Halley’s Comet orbit the Sun: every 36 years, 76 years or 116 years? 76
In astronomy, if Ursa Major means Great Bear, Canis Major means what? Great Dog
In astronomy, if Ursa Major means Great Bear, what does Ursa Minor mean? Little Bear
In astronomy, in terms of size, which planet is approximately half the diameter of Earth: Mars or Uranus? Mars
In astronomy, in terms of size, which planet is considered Earth’s near ‘twin’: Mars or Venus? Venus
In astronomy, in which month does the Earth come closest to the sun: January or June? January
In astronomy, is Mars or Venus closer to Earth? Venus
In astronomy, Metis is the innermost and Pasiphae the outermost of the satellites of which planet? Jupiter
In astronomy, Naiad is the innermost and Nereid the outermost of the satellites of which planet? Neptune
In astronomy, Phobos is a small satellite belonging to which planet: Venus or Mars? Mars
In astronomy, the constellation ‘Aquila’ represents which animal? Eagle
In astronomy, the constellation ‘Crux’ is better known as the ‘Southern ‘ what? Cross
In astronomy, the star Betelgeuse is part of which constellation? Orion
In astronomy, what ‘A’ is a small celestial body that orbits the sun, particularly between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter? Asteroid
In astronomy, what ‘O’ is the path of a celestial body as it revolves around another body? Orbit
In astronomy, what ‘S’ is a secondary object that orbits a planet or star: satellite or sputnik? Satellite
In astronomy, what is name of the constellation which represents a hunter with his club and shield raised? Orion
In astronomy, what is the name given to rays that are a very high energy form of electromagnetic radiation? Gamma Rays
In astronomy, what is the name of the nearest star to the sun? Proxima
In Astronomy, what planet was farthest from the Sun from February, 1979 until February, 1999? Neptune
In astronomy, when is the Sun overhead at the Tropic of Cancer in the Northern hemisphere? Summer Solstice
In astronomy, which famous comet appears every 76 years: Halley’s or Hale Bopp? Halley’s
In astronomy, which famous comet made an appearance in 1066, 1607 and 1986: Hale-Bopp or Halley’s? Halley’s
In astronomy, which is the fourth planet from the sun? Mars
In astronomy, which is the nearest planet to the sun? Mercury
In astronomy, which of the major planets in our Solar System, discovered in the 1930s, is the smallest? Pluto
In astronomy, which planet has more moons, Mercury or Pluto? Pluto
In astronomy, which planet in our solar system is surrounded by rings: Saturn or Mars? Saturn
In astronomy, which stars are the coolest: red stars, white stars or yellow stars? White
In astronomy, which stars are the hottest: blue stars, white stars or yellow stars? Blue
In athletics, by what nickname was Florence Griffith-Joyner usually known? Flo-Jo
In athletics, how many hurdles are there in a 400 meters hurdle race? 10
In athletics, in 1991 Mike Powell broke fellow American, Bob Beamon’s long-standing record in which field event? Long Jump
In athletics, in which event would you hurdle solid barriers and a water jump placed around a 400m track at regular intervals? Steeplechase
In athletics, Marion Jones won Olympic gold at Sidney in the 100 meter run, the 200 meter run and what other event?? 4X400 meter
In athletics, Marion Jones won Olympic gold at Sidney in the 4X400 meter relay, the 100 meter run and what other length race? 200 meters
In athletics, what height are the hurdles in a women’s 400 meter race in feet and inches? 2′ 6″
In athletics, what type of timing device was first used at the 1972 Olympics to decide the times of competitors? Electronic
In athletics, which American won four gold medals at the 1984 Olympic Games? Carl Lewis
In athletics, which British middle-distance runner born in 1960 achieved three world records in 1985? Cram
In athletics, which British middle-distance runner won the men’s 1500 meters gold medal twice during the 1980s? Coe
In athletics, which country did 1500 meter runner Peter Snell represent at Olympic level? New Zealand
In athletics, which country did runner ‘Marion Jones’ represent at the Olympics? America
In athletics, which country did the disgraced sprinter Ben Johnson represent at the Olympics? Canada
In athletics, which country does 400 meters runner Cathy Freeman represent at Olympic level? Australia
In athletics, which country does triple jumper Jonathan Edwards represent at Olympic level? Great Britain
In athletics, who won the 1976 Olympic decathlon ? Bruce Jenner
In Australia and New Zealand, Anzac Day is observed on the anniversary of which World War I campaign? Gallipoli
In Australia, a ‘Joey’ is a name given to a young what? Kangaroo
In Australia, do cars drive on the left or right hand side of the road? Left
In Australia, is a billabong a pool, a tree or a barbecue? Pool
In Australia, the city of Perth stands at the mouth of which river? Swan
In Australia, what ‘J’ is the Aboriginal name for a sheep? Jumbuck
In auto mechanics, the distributor sends pulses of high-voltage electricity to what? Spark Plugs
In auto racing, in what city would you find the track nicknamed the ‘Brickyard’? Indianapolis
In auto racing, in which state would you find the Talladega race track? Alabama
In aviation, in which decade of the 20th century was the Chicago O’Hare airport first opened? 1940s
In aviation, in which decade of the twentieth century was the first crossing of the English Channel? 1900s
In aviation, Louis Bleriot became the first person to fly which body of water in a monoplane on July 25,1909? English Channel
In aviation, what word describes the height of an object in relation to a given point – like sea level or the horizon? Altitude
In backgammon, do the players’ pieces move in the same or in opposite directions? Opposite
In ballet, how many people dance in a ‘Pas de Deux’? 2
In ballet, what name is given to the position where dancers prepare to jump? Plie
In ballet, what was the first name of the dancer Fonteyn, born in 1919? Margot
In banking, for what does the ‘M’ stand in the acronym ATM? Machine
In banking, for what does the initial ‘T’ stand in the acronym ‘ATM’ Teller
In baseball, ‘Free Pass’ is slang for what? Base on Balls
In baseball, a ‘whiff’ is slang for what? Strikeout
In baseball, a ball that drops between an infielder and an outfielder for a hit is called a ” what? Texas Leaguer
In baseball, did Babe Ruth bat right-handed or left-handed? Left
In baseball, for which 2001 team does slugger Barry Bonds play? Giants
In baseball, for which Major League team did Ricky Henderson play at the beginning of 2001? Padres
In baseball, for which Major League team did slugger Barry Bonds play at the beginning of 2001, reaching 28 home runs in record time? Giants
In baseball, for which team did home run slugger Hank Aaron play? Braves
In baseball, for which team was Mark McGwire playing when he broke the single season home run record? St. Louis
In baseball, how many bases are there besides the Home Plate? 3
In baseball, how many innings are there in a typical game that doesn’t go into extra innings? 9
In baseball, how many outs are there in an inning? 3
In baseball, how many players from one team can field at any one time? 9
In baseball, is New York Yankee star Roger Clemens a right or left-handed pitcher? Right
In baseball, Lenny Dykstra played for the Phillies in the early 1990s and which other team in the mid-1980s? Mets
In baseball, Mark McGwire made his major league debut with what American League team in 1986? A’s
In baseball, New York boasts two teams – the Mets and which other team? Yankees
In baseball, prior to McGwire and Sosa’s record breaking ’98 season, who held the single season home run record with 61? Roger Maris
In baseball, the Brooklyn Dodgers played their home games at which ballpark? Ebbetts Field
In baseball, The Miracle Mets of 1969 were led to a World Series win by what manager? Gil Hodges
In baseball, through the 2000 MLB season, which pitcher is the career leader in wins with 511? Cy Young
In baseball, two players battled in 1998 to claim the title of most home runs in one season: Mark McGuire and who? Sammy Sosa
In baseball, what ‘D’ is the name given to the field of play? Diamond
In baseball, what ‘P’ is the name given to the person who role is equivalent to that of a bowler in cricket? Pitcher
In baseball, what baseball team has the lineup called Murderer’s Row in 1927? Yankees
In baseball, what does an umpire signal by circling his finger in the air? Home Run
In baseball, what former Yankee is credited with the phrase ‘It ain’t over till it’s over’? Yogi Berra
In baseball, what is pitcher Catfish Hunter’s real first name? Jim
In baseball, what is the minimum amount of innings in an extra inning game? 10
In baseball, what is the nickname of Roger Clemens? Rocket
In baseball, what is the number of runs given for hitting a grand slam? 4
In baseball, what MLB team was named as a salute to Louis Cockolexis, the first Native American to play professional baseball? Indians
In baseball, what name is given to the circle a player must wait in before hitting? On Deck
In baseball, what team did Sammy Sosa start for in 1998? Cubs
In baseball, what team was nicknamed the ‘Bronx Bombers’? Yankees
In baseball, what town, beside New York, has two major league teams? Chicago
In baseball, what year was the first World Series held? 1903
In baseball, which Braves Hall of Famer won 363 games over a 17 year career, the most for any lefthander in the game? Warren Spahn
In baseball, which city was the first World Series played: Pittsburgh or Boston? Pittsburgh
In baseball, which great New York Yankee was enlisted in the Navy during WWII and participated in the D-Day landing? Yogi Berra
In baseball, which inning has a ‘stretch’ in it? Seventh
In baseball, which National League team is still taking some heat over its name and fan antics being politically incorrect? Braves
In baseball, which pitcher led the Los Angeles Dodgers to a World Series sweep in 1963? Sandy Koufax
In baseball, which player became the first to hit a grand slam home run in a World Series game? Elmer Smith
In baseball, which player was known as ‘Charley Hustle’? Pete Rose
In baseball, which team did Ernie Banks play his entire career for? Cubs
In baseball, which team did the Mets trade with to get Mike Piazza? Marlins
In baseball, who finished second to Mark McGuire’s 70 home rums in 1998? Sammy Sosa
In baseball, who hit the final game winning home run in the 1960 World Series? Bill Mazeroski
In baseball, who is the all-time leader in career home runs? Henry Aaron
In baseball, who was known as: ‘Charlie Hustle’? Pete Rose
In baseball, who was the first person to steal 100 bases? Maury Wills
In baseball, who was the last New York Yankee to wear the number 7? Mickey Mantle
In baseball, who was the M.V.P. of the 2000 M.L.B. World Series? Derek Jeter
In baseball, with which team would you associate Sandy Koufax? Dodgers
In basketball which player missed the final shot in Toronto’s loss to Philadelphia in the 2001 NBA playoffs? Vince Carter
In basketball, a player who gets 10 or more in each of three statistical categories in a single game is said to have achieved a what? Triple Double
In basketball, as of the end of the 2000-2001 season, who has made the most total career free throws? Moses Malone
In basketball, for which team did Lew Alcindor (now Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) first play in the NBA? Bucks
In basketball, in which year did Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls win their first of six NBA Championships? 1991
In basketball, Magic Johnson wore what number jersey for the Lakers? 32
In basketball, Michael Jordan wore what number jersey for the Chicago Bulls? 23
In basketball, primarily what home color is the Laker’s jersey? Yellow
In basketball, what was ‘The Big O’s’ surname? Robertson
In basketball, what was Oscar Robertson’s nickname? The Big O
In basketball, what was the nickname of Nate Archibald ? Tiny
In basketball, which former 12-year veteran guard for the Phoenix Suns became an NBA on NBC analyst in 2000? Kevin Johnson
In basketball, which former Boston Celtic star went on to coach the Indiana Pacers? Larry Bird
In basketball, which former Detroit ‘Bad Boy’ went on to coach the Indiana Pacers? Isaiah Thomas
In basketball, which NBA team is owned by Jerry Buss? Lakers
In basketball, which player holds the NBA record for most consecutive games played? A.C. Green
In basketball, which team did former Pistons star Isiah Thomas manage in 2000? Pacers
In basketball, which team won the 1998-99 NBA championships during the ‘shortened’ strike season? Spurs
In basketball, who was the MVP of the 1999-2000 NBA finals? Shaq O’Neal
In basketball, with which team did Allen Iverson win the 2001 MVP award? 76ers
In billiards if the white ball is pocketed, is it placed back on the table? Yes
In billiards, what color is the ‘1’ ball? Yellow
In billiards, what is the penalty in sinking the eight ball before all other balls? Forfeiture
In biology, what ‘H’ is the virus that Robert Gallo was one of the first to identify? HIV
In biology, ‘gestation’ describes what? Pregnancy
In biology, adrenaline is produced by which glands in the body? Adrenal
In biology, after light physical exercise, does our breathing rate increase or decrease? Increase
In biology, all cells contain DNA consisting of four bases: ‘A’, ‘G’, ‘T’ and which other letter? C
In biology, all living things are scientifically divided into how many kingdoms: 5 or 6? 5
In biology, all organic compounds contain which element? Carbon
In biology, ammonia is formed during the breakdown of excess amino acids in which organ of the human body? Liver
In biology, an anaerobic reaction does not require the presence of what? Oxygen
In biology, anaerobic exercise produces which acid in muscles? Lactic
In biology, approximately how many bones are there in the human body: 200 or 400? 200
In biology, approximately how many legs has the house centipede: 30 or 100? 30
In biology, are carbohydrates and proteins, organic or inorganic molecules? Organic
In biology, are frogs and toads identified as vertebrates or invertebrates? Vertebrates
In biology, are humans identified as vertebrates or invertebrates? Vertebrates
In biology, calciferol is more commonly known as which vitamin? D
In biology, can the larynx be found at the top or the bottom of the pharynx? Bottom
In biology, can the larynx be found at the top or the bottom of the trachea? Top
In biology, dentine is the main constituent of what in the human body? Teeth
In biology, derived from the old English word for ‘leg’, what is the name of the hard substance which forms the skeleton of animals? Bone
In biology, do red or white blood cells contain hemoglobin? Red
In biology, do reptiles lay eggs or give birth to live young? Lay Eggs
In biology, does ‘Cytotoxic’ mean poisonous to cells or animals? Cells
In biology, does a human nose contain more or less smell-sensitive cells than a dog’s? Less
In biology, does human milk contain more or less protein than cows milk? Less
In biology, does the platypus lay eggs or give birth to live young? Lay Eggs
In biology, eggs are produced in which organs of the female human body? Ovaries
In biology, Hansen’s Disease is more commonly known as what? Leprosy
In biology, how many bones are there in a human skeleton: 206, 226, 256? 206
In biology, how many clavicles are there in the human body? 2
In biology, how many hearts does a cow have? 1
In biology, how many kidneys are there normally in the human body? 2
In biology, in the expressions ‘Biped’ and ‘Quadruped’, what is referred to by the ‘ped’? Legs
In biology, in what area of the body would you find the Stapes: the ear or the nose? Ear
In biology, in which organ of the human body would you find the myocardium? Heart
In biology, in which part of the body would you find rods and cones? Eyes
In biology, in which part of the human body is bile stored? Gall Bladder
In biology, insulin is a hormone that controls the levels of what type of sugar in the blood? Glucose
In biology, intercostal muscles are used to aid which essential function in the human body? Breathing
In biology, is ‘biped’ a term used to describe an animal that walks on two or four feet? 2
In biology, is ‘myelitis’ inflammation of the spinal cord or chest cavity? Spinal Cord
In biology, is chlorophyll blue or green? Green
In biology, is cytology the study of cells or entire plants? Cells
In biology, is hyperopia nearsightedness or farsightedness? Farsightedness
In biology, is myology the study of muscles or skin? Muscles
In biology, is the Adam’s Apple more prominent in men or women? Men
In biology, is the duodenum the first part of the large or small intestine? Small
In biology, is the metatarsus a set of bones found in the hand or the foot? Foot
In biology, is the patella your kneecap or shoulder blade? Kneecap
In Biology, is Vitamin B1 also known as ‘Riboflavin’ or ‘Thiamine’? Riboflavin
In biology, milk that is manufactured by female mammals contains which acid? Lactic
In biology, milk that is manufactured by female mammals to nourish their young is rich in which element? Calcium
In biology, mycology is the study of what? Fungi
In biology, osteoarthritis is the inflammation of which parts of the skeleton? Joints
In biology, osteoporosis is a word used to describe brittle bones caused by the lack of which mineral? Calcium
In biology, plants make sugars using which gas: carbon dioxide or helium? Carbon Dioxide
In biology, salivary amylase is an enzyme which assists in breaking down starch into maltose. In which part of the body is it found? Mouth
In biology, serum is a clear yellow fluid that separates from which liquid when it clots? Blood
In biology, the basic structural units of a protein are which type of acids? Amino
In biology, the disease Scoliosis principally affects which part of the body? Spine
In biology, the gall bladder is connected to which organ in the body by the hepatic ducts? Liver
In biology, the Malleus, Incus and Stapes are three bones found in which organ of the body? Ear
In biology, the name of which medical instrument comes from the Greek for ‘to look at the chest’? Stethoscope
In biology, the occipital, sphenoid and temporal bones are found where in the body? Skull
In biology, the opening in the iris of the eye is known by which name? Pupil
In biology, the tarsal bones are in which part of the human skeleton? Feet
In biology, the term ‘septicemia’ is a general term given to what sort of poisoning? Blood
In biology, the trachea is a tube running from the larynx to which part of the body? Lungs
In biology, through what ‘P’ does light enter the eye? Pupil
In biology, to what area of the body does ‘dorsal’ relate: the back or the face? Back
In biology, vertebrates are identified by having which bone structure? Back Bone
In biology, what ‘A’ is a term used to describe the area of the body between the thorax and the pelvis? Abdomen
In biology, what ‘A’ is the medical term for a condition resulting from a severe paroxysmal chest pain? Angina
In biology, what ‘A’ is the name given to an organism that can live without oxygen? Anaerobic
In biology, what ‘A’ is the name given to reproduction involving only one parent? Asexual
In biology, what ‘A’ is the term which refers to organisms that are dependant on oxygen for respiration? Aerobic
In biology, what ‘A’ is the term which refers to organisms that are not dependant on oxygen for respiration? Anaerobic
In biology, what ‘A’ is used to describe a species that lives in or on both land and water? Amphibious
In biology, what ‘A’ produce pollen in flowers? Anther
In biology, what ‘B’ is a single-celled organism that can exist on land, in the air and in water? Bacterium
In biology, what ‘B’ is the name given to a cow’s first milk after calving? Beestings
In biology, what ‘B’ is the name given to the fluid secreted by the liver, stored in the gallbladder and discharged into the duodenum? Bile
In biology, what ‘B’ is the protective outer layer of trees? Bark
In biology, what ‘C’ describes a disease communicable by ordinary social contact? Contagious
In biology, what ‘C’ in the human body encloses and protects the brain? Cranium
In biology, what ‘C’ is a jarring injury to the brain which is caused by a blow to the head? Concussion
In biology, what ‘C’ is another name for the collar bone? Clavicle
In biology, what ‘C’ is another name for the large intestine? Colon
In biology, what ‘C’ is any one of a group of genetically identical individuals? Clone
In biology, what ‘C’ is the part of the brain responsible for regulation and coordination of voluntary movement? Cerebellum
In biology, what ‘C’ is the part of the brain that coordinates and regulates muscular activity? Cerebellum
In biology, what ‘C’ is the process in genetic engineering of replicating a living organism at a cellular level? Cloning
In biology, what ‘C’ is the small bone at the base of the spine? Coccyx
In biology, what ‘C’ means to create an exact copy of a cell? Clone
In biology, what ‘D’ is a disease caused by an insulin deficiency? Diabetes
In biology, what ‘D’ is the first part of the small intestine, just below the stomach? Duodenum
In biology, what ‘D’ is the methodical cutting apart of a plant or animal in order to study its structure? Dissection
In biology, what ‘D’ is the physiological process by which the stomach assimilates food and converts it into chyme? Digestion
In biology, what ‘D’ is the process by which food is broken down? Digestion
In biology, what ‘D’ is the process of separating mixtures of fluids by diffusion through a semi-permeable membrane? Dialysis
In biology, what ‘E’ are a group of proteins which act as catalysts? Enzymes
In biology, what ‘E’ describes an ecological community together with its physical environment considered as a whole? Ecosystem
In biology, what ‘E’ is a term meaning the study of the relationship between organisms and their environment? Ecology
In biology, what ‘E’ is the organ of sight in humans and animals? Eye
In biology, what ‘E’ is the process of losing upper layers of the skin? Exfoliation
In biology, what ‘E’ is the reagent that aids digestion? Enzyme
In biology, what ‘E’ is the substance which covers the surface of the teeth? Enamel
In biology, what ‘F’ is the Latin word for thighbone? Femur
In biology, what ‘F’ is the soft area on a baby’s head where the skull bones have not yet joined? Fontanelle
In biology, what ‘G’ is a term used to describe cutting the stem of one plant and joining it to a cut surface of another plant? Grafting
In biology, what ‘G’ is the common name for micro-organisms or microbes that are believed to cause disease? Germs
In biology, what ‘G’ is the name given to the fleshy tissue that covers the base of the teeth? Gum
In biology, what ‘G’ is the name given to the genetic make-up of an individual? Genotype
In biology, what ‘H’ describes a hereditary bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency of a substance necessary for blood clotting? Hemophilia
In biology, what ‘H’ describes anything pertaining to the liver? Hepatic
In biology, what ‘H’ is a disease in which normal clotting of the blood is slowed down or even stopped completely? Hemophilia
In biology, what ‘H’ is a term to describe a cross between two different species? Hybrid
In biology, what ‘H’ is a term used to describe an animal or plant resulting from a cross between genetically unlike individuals? Hybrid
In biology, what ‘H’ is a type of characteristic that is passed genetically from one generation to another? Hereditary
In biology, what ‘H’ is the name given to a creature which has both male and female reproductive organs? Hermaphrodite
In biology, what ‘I’ describes a disease capable of being transmitted to another individual by direct or indirect contact? Infectious
In biology, what ‘I’ is another word for the gut? Intestines
In biology, what ‘I’ is the area of the human body to which a tapeworm attaches itself? Intestine
In biology, what ‘I’ is the name for the colored part of the eye? Iris
In biology, what ‘I’ is used to describe a species that occurs naturally in a certain area? Indigenous
In biology, what ‘K’ is the joint of the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur? Knee
In biology, what ‘L’ are fats, oils and waxes? Lipids
In biology, what ‘L’ is a large organ situated directly below the diaphragm? Liver
In biology, what ‘L’ is an operation to remove the frontal lobe of the brain? Lobotomy
In biology, what ‘L’ is another name for the Adams apple? Larynx
In biology, what ‘L’ is another name for the white blood cell? Leukocyte
In biology, what ‘L’ is the name given to the cavity found at the top of the trachea, that contains the vocal cords? Larynx
In biology, what ‘M’ is said to be the origin of the legend of the mermaid? Manatee
In biology, what ‘M’ is the central part of an animal organ, such as the brain or kidney? Medulla
In biology, what ‘M’ is the evolutionary development of the structure of an organism? Morphogenesis
In biology, what ‘M’ is the name of the process by which a larva becomes an adult in the pupa? Metamorphosis
In biology, what ‘N’ is the organ of smell in humans? Nose
In biology, what ‘N’ is the part of a cell that contains the genetic information? Nucleus
In biology, what ‘N’ is the sugary fluid secreted by plants to encourage pollination by insects? Nectar
In biology, what ‘O’ is the name of the process for the diffusion of solvent molecules through any membrane or porous barrier – as in dialysis? Osmosis
In biology, what ‘O’ is the process of discharging eggs from the ovary? Ovulation
In biology, what ‘P’ can be part of the eye and a young scholar? Pupil
In biology, what ‘P’ describes an organism living in or on its host? Parasite
In biology, what ‘P’ is a dog’s main method of cooling its body temperature? Panting
In biology, what ‘P’ is a phylum of small, usually microscopic organisms found throughout the world in moist soil, freshwater and oceans? Protozoa
In biology, what ‘P’ is an innocuous or inert medication given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug? Placebo
In biology, what ‘P’ is the area of the eye that adjusts its size in response to different levels of brightness? Pupil
In biology, what ‘P’ is the medical name for the kneebone? Patella
In biology, what ‘P’ is the membranous sac surrounding the heart? Pericardium
In biology, what ‘P’ is the small blood particle involved in clotting? Platelet
In biology, what ‘R’ describes anything pertaining to the kidneys? Renal
In biology, what ‘R’ is an area of the eye that sends signals along the optic nerve to the brain: the rods or the retina? Retina
In biology, what ‘R’ is the action which is the automatic movement produced in response to a stimulus? Reflex
In biology, what ‘R’ is the disease that is transmitted in saliva of warm-blooded animals, through broken skin, as a result of a bite? Rabies
In biology, what ‘R’ is the metabolic process by which a chemical reaction inside a cell releases energy? Respiration
In biology, what ‘S’ are produced in the testicles? Sperm
In biology, what ‘S’ can be the main line of a family and the part of a plant which grows upwards and supports the leaves? Stem
In biology, what ‘S’ is a watery fluid produced by glands in the skin? Sweat
In biology, what ‘S’ is the common name for the bone of the middle ear known as the stapes? Stirrup
In biology, what ‘S’ is the seed of a fungus? Spore
In biology, what ‘S’ produce pollen in flowers? Stamens
In biology, what ‘T’ is a bone in the lower leg? Tibia
In biology, what ‘T’ is the Latin word for the shin bone? Tibia
In biology, what ‘V’ are organic compounds, required by the body for health and proper growth in children? Vitamins
In biology, what ‘V’ is a sub-microscopic pathogen capable of replicating itself within a living cell? Virus
In biology, what body tissues are inflamed in the condition known as pleurisy? Lungs
In biology, what common name is given to the third molar teeth? Wisdom
In biology, what do mycologists study? Fungi
In biology, what do you call the hard outer coating of the tooth? Enamel
In biology, what do you call the soft, sponge-like material in the inner cavities of bones? Marrow
In biology, what is a beaver’s home called? Lodge
In biology, what is another name for a tendon? Sinew
In biology, what is dyspepsia more commonly known as? Indigestion
In biology, what is the colorless liquid, consisting of plasma and white cells, which removes bacteria and certain proteins from the body tissues? Lymph
In biology, what is the common name for the disease Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)? Mad Cow
In biology, what is the correct name for the collar bone? Clavicle
In biology, what is the green coloring matter of plants which absorbs the energy from sunlight: chlorophyll or osmium? Chlorophyll
In biology, what is the membranous sac enclosing the heart called? Pericardium
In biology, what is the name given to an animal or plant without the normal pigmentation of its species? Albino
In biology, what is the name given to the outer skin? Epidermis
In biology, what name is given to a group of cells that are genetically identical to each other and derived from one parent cell? Clone
In biology, what name is given to a single cell that is the most primitive life form? Protozoa
In biology, what name is given to the arteries in the neck which carry blood to the head? Carotid
In biology, what name is given to the cells that conduct nerve impulses in the human body? Neuron
In biology, what name is given to the convex transparent membrane that forms the anterior covering of the eyeball? Cornea
In biology, what name is given to the cord of nerve tissue, connecting the brain to the nerves in the body? Spinal
In biology, what name is given to the front ‘cutting’ teeth? Incisors
In biology, what name is given to the insoluble protein that is precipitated at the site of wounds to form blood clots? Fibrin
In biology, what name is given to the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye? Retina
In biology, what name is given to the short hairs that protrude from the eyelids? Lashes
In biology, what name is given to the soft vascular organ in the body which produces lymphocytes and antibodies and filters the blood? Spleen
In biology, what name is given to the tube running from the larynx to the lungs? Trachea
In biology, what term is used to describe animals that can live both on land and in water? Amphibian
In biology, what term is used to describe animals that cannot maintain a constant temperature but are dependent on their environmental surroundings? Cold Blooded
In biology, what type of blood cells carry oxygen around the body? Red
In biology, what type of organism is athlete’s foot: a fungus or a virus? Fungus
In biology, what type of organism is ringworm: a fungus or a virus? Fungus
In biology, where in the body are the metatarsals located: in the arm or the foot? Foot
In biology, where in the body is the atlas bone located: in the spine or the foot? Spine
In biology, where would you find you incus bone? Ear
In biology, where would you find your taste buds? Mouth
In biology, which adjective means resembling or situated near to the kidneys? Renal
In biology, which adjective, meaning ‘crown-like’, refers to the arteries that supply the heart? Coronary
In biology, which blood vessels return blood to the heart? Veins
In biology, which element with the symbol ‘Ca’ is an important component of bones? Calcium
In biology, which element with the symbol K is important for normal muscle and nerve responsiveness and heart rhythm? Potassium
In biology, which genetic building blocks get their name from the Greek for ‘Born’? Genes
In biology, which is the longest bone in the human body? Femur
In biology, which muscle is responsible for the pumping action of the human heart? Cardiac
In biology, which of the five human senses is used to detect and identify airborne chemicals? Smell
In biology, which of the human senses is the most sensitive? Smell
In biology, which organ of the human body is affected by emphysema? Lungs
In biology, which teeth are the third molars and are always the last to come through? Wisdom
In biology, which two Latin words, meaning literally ‘after death’ are used to describe the examination of a corpse? Post Mortem
In biology, which two Latin words, meaning literally ‘after death’ are used to describe the examination of a corpse? Post Mortem
In biology, which two Latin words, meaning literally ‘in glass’, are used to describe a biological process that has been performed artificially in a test-tube? In Vitro
In biology, which two Latin words, meaning literally ‘in glass’, are used to describe a biological process that has been performed artificially in a test-tube? In Vitro
In Boris Pasternak’s novel ‘Dr. Zhivago’, which character was based upon his real life companion Olga Ivinskaya? Lara
In Boris Pasternak’s novel, which title character was in love with Lara Antipova? Doctor Zhivago
In botany, are ‘dormant’ seeds active or inactive? Inactive
In botany, are plants that grow and die in one season called ‘annuals’ or ‘perennials’? Annuals
In botany, do roots known as ‘Runners’ grow horizontally or vertically? Horizontally
In botany, from which plant is the flavoring Saffron obtained? Crocus
In botany, in which part of the flower do plant seeds develop? Ovary
In botany, is the butterwort plant carnivorous or parasitic? Carnivorous
In botany, outdoor plants use energy from which source to complete photosynthesis? Sun
In botany, Potassium, Phosphate and what ‘N’ are all essential plant nutrients? Nitrate
In botany, the ‘pedicel’ of a flower is better known as what? Stalk
In botany, the flower antirrhinum is better known as which ‘S’? Snapdragon
In botany, the popular, scented climbing plant ‘Lonicera’ is better known as what ‘H’? Honeysuckle
In botany, what ‘A’ is a plant, a native of China, that is pollinated by snails? Aspidistra
In botany, what ‘B’ is a fungal condition that arises in plants, particularly tomatoes and potatoes? Blight
In botany, what ‘C’ is the cutting back of trees every 10-15 years, to encourage new shoots? Coppicing
In botany, what ‘C’ is the name given to the green coloring in most plants? Chlorophyll
In botany, what ‘E’ is a layer of flat waxy cells on the surface of a leaf? Epidermis
In botany, what ‘G’ is the word used to describe the development of a seedling from a seed? Germination
In botany, what ‘H’ describes a plant which is produced by crossing different species or varieties? Hybrid
In botany, what ‘L’ is a tree bearing poisonous seeds and yellow flowers whose timber can be used to make furniture? Laburnum
In botany, what ‘O’ is the name applied to immature seeds which are produced within the ovaries of a flower? Ovule
In botany, what ‘O’ is the name of the acid found in rhubarb leaves which make them poisonous? Oxalic
In botany, what ‘P’ is a plant that is also known as Allspice? Pimento
In botany, what ‘P’ is the female organ of a flower, comprising the stigma, style, and ovary? Pistil
In botany, what ‘P’ is the part of a plant which is usually absent from wind-pollinated flowers? Petals
In botany, what ‘P’ on the underside of leaves are also known as ‘stomata’? Pores
In botany, what ‘S’ do ferns use to propagate? Spores
In botany, what ‘S’ is the male productive organ of a flower? Stamen
In botany, what ‘S’ is the reproductive structure formed after pollination and fertilization in plants? Seed
In botany, what ‘T’ is a straight, tapering root which grows downwards from the stem? Taproot
In botany, what ‘W’ is the condition that arises in plants through lack of water, too much heat or disease? Wilting
In botany, what ‘X’ is a system of vessels and fibers that carries water and nutrients from the root to the rest of the plant? Xylem
In botany, what color is the chemical ‘Carotene’? Orange
In botany, what does a dendrologist study? Trees
In botany, what is the art of growing plants in water containing a chemical solution? Hydroponics
In botany, what is the more common name for the plant Aquilegia ? Columbine
In botany, what is the more common name for the plant Cheiranthus ? Wallflower
In botany, what is the name of the pollen-bearing organ on a flowering plant? Anther
In botany, what is the proper name given to the colorful and fragrant part of a flower? Corolla
In bowling, how many strikes make up a ‘turkey’? 3
In bowling, what ‘T’ are three consecutive strikes bowled by the same person? Turkey
In boxing slang, what does a K.O. mean? Knock Out
In boxing, boxers Ray Robinson and Ray Leonard both shared which nickname? Sugar
In boxing, Frank Bruno fought Mike Tyson in 1989 and 1996 in which American city? Las Vegas
In boxing, how long does a round of professional boxing last? 3 Minutes
In boxing, how many times did Frank Bruno fight Mike Tyson? 2
In boxing, in 1990, which fighter took the Heavyweight Title from Mike Tyson, only to lose it to Evander Holyfield eight months later? Buster Douglas
In boxing, in 1997, who was the unfortunate athlete who had a part of his ear bitten off by Mike Tyson? Holyfield
In boxing, in which African country did Muhammad Ali fight George Foreman in 1974? Zaire
In boxing, in which country was Lennox Lewis born: England or America? England
In boxing, in which country was Mohammed Ali born? America
In boxing, in which year did former heavyweight champion Joe Louis regain his title by knocking out Max Schmeling? 1938
In boxing, the ‘Rumble in the Jungle’ and the ‘Thriller in Manila’ both featured which famous heavyweight boxing champion? Muhammad Ali
In boxing, what ‘L’ is the first name of Muhammad Ali’s daughter, who is herself a professional boxer? Laila
In boxing, what former champion was charged with rape and jailed in the early 1990s? Mike Tyson
In boxing, what is the last name of ‘Joe’ who was the American World Heavyweight champion in 1970? Frazier
In boxing, what was Muhammad Ali’s original name? Cassius Clay
In boxing, what’s thrown into the ring to signify a fighter gives up? Towel
In boxing, which country does Lennox Lewis now represent? Great Britain
In boxing, which World Heavyweight champion was known as ‘The Brown Bomber’? Joe Louis
In boxing, who defeated George Foreman in the famous ‘Rumble in the Jungle’ in 1974? Muhammad Ali
In boxing, who did Frank Bruno beat to win the WBC World title? Oliver McCall
In boxing, who did Muhammad Ali nickname ‘The Turtle’? Joe Frazier
In boxing, who lost to Muhammad Ali in his first World Heavyweight title fight in 1975? Joe Bugner
In boxing, who lost to Tim Witherspoon in his first World Heavyweight title fight in 1986? Bruno
In boxing, who won the Super Heavyweight boxing title in the 1964 Olympics? Joe Frazier
In Britain, what ‘K’ is the more common name for the Royal Botanic Gardens in Surrey? Kew Gardens
In British aviation, in which decade of the 20th century was Gatwick airport first opened? 1950s
In British history, Anne Boleyn was the mother of which English monarch? Elizabeth I
In British history, for which monarch was the Gold Coronation Coach made, George III or Victoria? George III
In British history, in which century did the dissolution of the monasteries take place? 16th
In British history, in which year did King Edward VIII, who abdicated the throne in 1936, die? 1972
In British history, Mary Queen of Scots was the mother of which king? James I
In British history, prior to the 1745 rebellion, which ‘Bonnie Prince’ had never set foot in Scotland? Charlie
In British history, who was the last King of England before the Norman conquest: Edward the Confessor or Harold II? Harold II
In British nobility, what is the female equivalent of the title ‘Duke’? Duchess
In British Peerage, what is the female equivalent of a Marquis? Marchioness
In British peerage, what is the female equivalent of a Viscount? Viscountess
In British politics, for what does the letter ‘C’ in FCO stand? Commonwealth
In British politics, former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher now has the title of ‘Baroness Thatcher of’ where? Kesteven
In British politics, what is the name of the upper House of Parliament? House of Lords
In British politics, what post did John Major hold from 1990-1997? Prime Minister
In British Politics, which party was led by James Ramsay MacDonald? Labour
In British politics, who was Prime Minister in the year 1975: Michael Foot or Harold Wilson? Harold Wilson
In broadcasting, for what does the ‘F’ stand in ‘FM Radio’? Frequency
In broadcasting, what does the ‘M’ in MTV stand for? Music
In Buffalo Springfield’s ’60s hit ‘For What It’s Worth’, ‘There’s a man with a ‘ what ‘over there’? Gun
In business, what does the ‘M’ stand for in ‘M&A””? Mergers
In business, what does the abbreviation LTD stand for at the end of a company name? Limited
In business, what does the letter ‘C’ in the initials F.D.I.C. stand for? Corporation
In business, what does the letter G in the initials G.N.P. stand for? Gross
In California, is the city of Eureka north or south of Crescent City? South
In California, what type of fruit is a ‘Zinfandel’? Grape
In California, which is farthest south, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco or San Jose? San Diego
In Cambodian currency, 100 sen make up 1 what? Riel
In camping, what ‘F’ is a type of tent? Frame
In camping, what ‘W’ do the Boy Scouts recommend carrying to use to call attention to your position if you become lost? Whistle
In Canada, is the head of state a monarch, a president or a prime minister? Monarch
In Canada, the city of Ottawa is connected to which famous lake by the Rideau Canal? Ontario
In car mechanics, the spark plug receives pulses of high-voltage electricity from what? Distributor
In car racing, for what does the ‘S’ in NASCAR stand? Stock
In car racing, how many laps is it necessary to complete at the world famous Daytona International Speedway event: 400 or 500? 500
In car racing, who secured his third title when he won the Japanese Grand Prix in October 2000? Schumacher
In card games, how many players are involved in a game of bridge? 4
In card games, how many players are involved in a game of Solitaire? 1
In card games, what word means to distribute playing cards among players? Deal
In carpentry, what ‘B’ is the name for a tool used for boring small holes in wood? Bradawl
In carpentry, what ‘J’ is the name for a piece of timber onto which floorboards are nailed? Joist
In cars, through which device is gasoline mixed with air to produce an explosive mixture? Carburetor
In cars, through which pipe are fumes discharged from the engine into the atmosphere? Exhaust
In cartoons, Andy Capp’s wife is called what? Flo
In charity, what is the Muslim equivalent of the Red Cross? Red Crescent
In Chaucer’s ‘Canterbury Tales’, the pilgrims were visiting the shrine of ‘Thomas ‘ who? Beckett
In chemistry any substance that donates a proton or hydrogen atom is a what? Acid
In chemistry, ‘Sublimation’ is the process whereby a solid changes into a what? Gas
In chemistry, a molecule of ozone contains three atoms of which element? Oxygen
In chemistry, by what other name is ‘deuterium oxide’ known? Heavy Water
In chemistry, condensation is the process whereby a gas changes into a what? Liquid
In chemistry, do acids turn litmus paper red or blue? Red
In chemistry, does an exothermic reaction produce or absorb heat? Produce
In chemistry, does litmus paper turn red or blue on the presence of an acid? Red
In chemistry, how many atoms of carbon are there in a molecule of carbon dioxide? 1
In chemistry, how many atoms of hydrogen are there in a molecule of water? 2
In chemistry, how many atoms of oxygen are there in a molecule of carbon dioxide? 2
In chemistry, how many atoms of oxygen are there in a molecule of carbon monoxide? 1
In chemistry, how many elements are there in the periodic table: 109 or 89? 109
In chemistry, hydrolysis is a chemical reaction of a compound with what? Water
In chemistry, is sodium hydroxide ‘baking soda’ or ‘caustic soda’? Baking Soda
In chemistry, is the element mercury classed as a metal or non-metal? Metal
In chemistry, is the gas ‘Methane’ lighter or heavier than air? Lighter
In chemistry, is the gas hydrogen lighter or heavier than air? Lighter
In chemistry, nitrates are made with which acid? Nitric
In chemistry, provided the pressure does not change, what happens to the volume of a gas if its temperature is doubled: does it double or halve? Double
In chemistry, the three states of matter are liquid, gas and which other? Solid
In chemistry, under normal lab conditions what happens to a metal when it is heated: does it expand or contract? Expand
In chemistry, what ‘A’ is one of the noble gases? Argon
In chemistry, what ‘C’ has the atomic number 24? Chromium
In chemistry, what ‘E’ is a colorless gas that is the second member of the ‘alkane’ series? Ethane
In chemistry, what ‘F’ is the chemical reaction used to produce alcohol? Fermentation
In chemistry, what ‘H’ is the gas whose atom is comprised of one proton and one electron? Hydrogen
In chemistry, what ‘L’ is the lightest metallic element, with atomic number 3? Lithium
In chemistry, what ‘V’ is given off when a liquid is boiled? Vapor
In chemistry, what color is the non-metallic element sulfur? Pale Yellow
In chemistry, what is the name of the reaction caused by electricity passing through an electrolyte? Electrolysis
In chemistry, which element do all acids contain? Hydrogen
In chemistry, who invented a type of burner commonly used in laboratory experiments? Bunsen
In chemistry, with which acid are nitrates made? Nitric
In chemistry, with which acid are sulfates made? Sulfuric
In chess, can the bishop move more than one square at a time? Yes
In chess, what’s another name for the rook? Castle
In chess, which piece is also the name of a common bird? Rook
In chess, which piece is also the name of a senior member of the Christian clergy ? Bishop
In chess, which term is used to notify an opponent that your last move has placed his king in an irretrievable position? Checkmate
In chess, which term is used to notify an opponent that your last move has placed his king in jeopardy, but not irretrievably? Check
In children’s cartoons, who was Sylvester the Cat always trying to catch? Tweety
In children’s entertainment, which character was created by the legendary Paul Terry of Terrytoons and made his screen debut in a 1942 theatrical short? Mighty Mouse
In children’s entertainment, who was the village leader of the Smurfs? Papa Smurf
In children’s literature which bear’s favorite food was marmalade sandwiches? Paddington
In children’s literature who wrote the ‘Alice In Wonderland’ books: Lewis Carroll or William Stieg? Carroll
In children’s literature, ‘Prince Caspian’ and ‘The Voyage of the Dawn Treader’ were books from ‘The Chronicles of ‘ where? Narnia
In children’s literature, ‘The Tale of Jeremy Fisher’ was one of a series of books by which popular author? Beatrix Potter
In children’s literature, complete the name of the book: ‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate ‘ what? Factory
In children’s literature, complete the title of this classic book by Roald Dahl: ‘James and the Giant’ what? Peach
In children’s literature, complete the title of this modern classic by Phillipa Pearce: ‘Tom’s Midnight ‘ what? Garden
In children’s literature, how many books in ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’ did C.S. Lewis write: 7 or 3? 7
In children’s literature, how many dogs made up Enid Blyton’s ‘Famous Five’? 1
In children’s literature, in which set of books would you find Mr. Small, Mr. Greedy and Mr. Messy? Mr. Men
In children’s literature, Julian, Dick, Timmy, George and which other person made up the ‘Famous Five’? Anne
In children’s literature, the author who wrote ‘Green Eggs and Ham’ and ‘The Cat in the Hat’ books was ‘Dr. ‘ who? Seuss
In children’s literature, to which Chronicles do the books ‘The Horse and his Boy’ and ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ belong? Narnia
In children’s literature, what do the initials ‘A.A.’ stand for in A.A. Milne? Alan Alexander
In children’s literature, what is the name of the father in ‘My Father’s Dragon’ ? Elmer
In children’s literature, what is the surname of Charles Wallace and Meg in the book ‘A Wrinkle in Time’? Murry
In children’s literature, what kind of animal was Captain Hook eaten by in the book ‘Peter Pan’? Crocodile
In children’s literature, what nationality was author Hans Christian Andersen who wrote the fairy tale ‘The Princess and The Pea’? Danish
In children’s literature, what nationality was the author Laura Ingalls Wilder? American
In children’s literature, what nationality were Roald Dahl’s parents? Norwegian
in children’s literature, what sort of creature was ‘Riki Tiki Tavi’? Mongoose
In children’s literature, what type of animals were the Beatrix Potter characters Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton Tail? Rabbits
In children’s literature, what type of creatures were J.R.R. Tolkein’s Bilbo and Frodo Baggins? Hobbits
In children’s literature, what was the first name of Charles Wallace’s sister who was the heroine of ‘A Wrinkle in Time’? Meg
In children’s literature, what was the name of A.A. Milne’s bear character in the title of his 1902 book? Winnie the Pooh
In children’s literature, what was the name of the bear who lived in Nutwood? Rupert
In children’s literature, which author created ‘Peter Rabbit’? Beatrix Potter
In children’s literature, which author created the character of ‘Aslan’ in a series of books published in 1950? C.S. Lewis
In children’s literature, which author wrote the book ‘Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator’? Roald Dahl
In children’s literature, which bear had friends called Algy Pug, Podgy Pig and Pong Ping? Rupert
In children’s literature, which bear had friends called Eeyore, Piglet and Christopher Robin? Winnie the Pooh
In children’s literature, which book was published first: ‘Harry Potter’ or ‘Shrek’? Shrek
In children’s literature, which character created by J.M. Barrie was often referred to as ‘the boy who wouldn’t grow up’? Peter Pan
In children’s literature, which Dr. Seuss character tries to steal Christmas from the Whos in Whoville? Grinch
In children’s literature, which German brothers wrote the fairy tale ‘Hansel and Gretel’? Grimm
In children’s literature, which helicopter has friends called Pippa, Lionel and Chuck? Budgie
In children’s literature, which naughty rabbit’s father ended up in Mr. MacGregor’s pie? Peter
In children’s literature, which of Grimm’s fairy tales features an evil queen and her magic mirror? Snow White
In children’s literature, which puppet, first introduced in 1883, grew into a real boy from a piece of pine wood? Pinocchio
In children’s literature, which teenage girl detective, who lives with her father in River Heights, is the subject of a series of books by Carolyn Keene? Nancy Drew
In children’s literature, who ate Turkey Lurkey? Foxy Loxy
In children’s literature, who buried Cock Robin? Owl
In children’s literature, who traveled to Lilliput? Gulliver
In children’s literature, who was known as ‘The Owl of Greyfriars’? Billy Bunter
In children’s literature, who wrote about ‘The Cat in the Hat’: Rudyard Kipling or Dr. Seuss? Dr. Seuss
In children’s literature, who wrote the book ‘Winnie the Pooh’? A.A. Milne
In children’s rhyme, ‘Simple Simon met a pieman going to the’ what? Fair
In children’s rhyme, Yankee Doodle stuck a what in his hat? Feather
In children’s television, what ‘C’ was a friendly ghost? Casper
In children’s TV, before she met the spinach-guzzling Popeye, Olive Oyl went out with who ‘ Gravy’? Ham
In children’s TV, complete the name of the crime fighting creatures, ‘The Teenage Mutant Ninja ‘ what? Turtles
In children’s TV, in ‘Underdog’s’ secret identity he was really a mild-mannered what? Shoeshine Boy
In children’s TV, on which show will you find ‘Reggie’s Zine’? Rocket Power
In children’s TV, on whose show would you find the ‘Neighborhood of Make Believe’ ? Mr. Rogers
In children’s TV, the animated characters ‘Didi’ and ‘Spike’ are featured in which series? Rugrats
In children’s TV, the Brown family adopted which bear? Paddington
In children’s TV, the characters Po and Dipsy live in which imaginary land? Teletubby Land
In children’s TV, Tommy, Chuckie and Angelica appear in which cartoon series? Rugrats
In children’s TV, what animal is ‘Franklin’? Turtle
In children’s TV, what is the first name of the original Mickey Mouse Club host in the ’50s? Jimmy
In children’s TV, what is the name of Fred Flintstone’s wife? Wilma
In children’s TV, what is the name of Quick Draw McGraw’s Latin alter-ego? El Kabong
In children’s TV, what is the name of the character with friends called Velma, Fred, Shaggy and Daphne? Scooby Doo
In children’s TV, what kind of animal is ‘Franklin’? Turtle
In children’s TV, what kind of cartoon animal was named Felix and would say, ‘Righteo’? Cat
In children’s TV, what kind of creature was the puppet ‘Ollie’ in the show ‘Kukla, Fran and Ollie’? Dragon
In children’s TV, what team of intergalactic crime fighting heroes is called ‘Mighty Morphin’? Power Rangers
In children’s TV, what was the first name of Dennis the Menace Mitchell’s father? Henry
In children’s TV, what was the first name of Dennis the Menace Mitchell’s mother? Alice
In children’s TV, what was the name of Howdy Doody’s pet? Flubadub
In children’s TV, what was the name of the family who adopted Paddington Bear? Brown
In children’s TV, what was the name of the horn blowing clown on ‘The Howdy Doody Show’? Clarabell
In children’s TV, what was the name of the pet dinosaur in the ‘Flintstones’? Dino
In children’s TV, which cartoon character has the nickname ‘T.C.’? Top Cat
In children’s TV, which cartoon character kept law and order in Top Cat’s neighborhood? Officer Dibble
In children’s TV, which characters have TVs on their stomachs? Teletubbies
In children’s TV, which country did Paddington Bear come from? Peru
In children’s TV, which puppet first appeared in 1950 and wore a striped suit with matching floppy hat? Andy Pandy
In childrens literature, according to Spike Milligan, what do cows do on the Ning, Nang, Nong? Go Bong
In childrens literature, which of Grimm’s Fairy Tales features a woodcutter and his wife who abandon their children in the forest because they cant afford to feed them? Hansel & Gretel
In childrens’ literature, what was the name of Beatrix Potter’s rabbit character in the title of her 1902 book? Peter
In China, the Forbidden City and Parliament Buildings border which famous Beijing square? Tiananmen
In China, the Forbidden City and parliament buildings bordering Tiananmen Square are in which Asian city? Beijing
In Christian church tradition, how many days of fasting occur between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday? 40
In Christian religion, the ‘Decalogue’ is another name for what? 10 Commandments
In Christian religion, the spot where the kings of the Earth will wage war on the forces of God at the end of the world is known as what? Armageddon
In Christian religion, what ‘C’ is a church rite that re-affirms a person’s faith and admits him to full participation in the Church? Confirmation
In Christian theology, how many Horsemen of the Apocalypse are there usually said to be? 4
In Christianity, ‘The Father, The Son and the Holy Spirit’ are known collectively as what? Holy Trinity
In Christianity, are Evangelicals sometimes referred to as the Low Church or the High Church? Low Church
In Christianity, at what event did Jesus turn water into wine? Canaan Wedding
In Christianity, is the mass with full ceremony, including music and incense and conducted by a Deacon, known as High Mass or Low Mass? High Mass
In Christianity, Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and lasts for how many days? 40
In Christianity, Matthew, Mark, Luke and who else wrote the four Gospels? John
In Christianity, on which day of the week does Lent start? Wednesday
In Christianity, The Ascension Of Christ is celebrated how many days after Easter? 40
In Christianity, the cup used by Christ at the Last Supper is known as what? Holy Grail
In Christianity, the Pater Noster is better known as the ‘Our …’ what? Father
In Christianity, the sacrament commemorating the last supper is known as what ‘E’? Eucharist
In Christianity, the wine cup used in the Eucharist is known as what ‘C’? Chalice
In Christianity, what ‘A’, often the last word in a prayer, means ‘So Be It’? Amen
In Christianity, what ‘C’ is the church in which a bishop has his official seat? Cathedral
In Christianity, what ‘C’ is the name of the holiday that is the celebration of Christ’s birth? Christmas
In Christianity, what ‘C’ was the location where Jesus died on the cross? Calvary
In Christianity, what ‘G’ is a prayer of thanks prior to a meal? Grace
In Christianity, what ‘G’ was the birthplace of Goliath? Gath
In Christianity, what are the first two words of ‘The Lord’s Prayer’? Our Father
In Christianity, what is the name of the Archangel who defeated Satan? Michael
In Christianity, what is the rite whereby a previously baptized person is given full membership of the Episcopal Church? Confirmation
In Christianity, what nickname was given to the Apostle St. Thomas when he refused to believe that Jesus had risen from the dead? Doubting Thomas
In Christianity, what was the name of the Philistine giant who was killed by David with a stone from his sling? Goliath
In Christianity, which apostle is credited with taking the gospel as far as southern India? Thomas
In Christianity, which apostle refused to believe in Christ’s resurrection until he had seen his wounds? Thomas
In Christianity, which of Jesus’ disciples betrayed him after the ‘Last Supper’? Judas
In Christianity, which part of the New Testament records a series of visions seen by John: the Book of Revelation or the Epistles? Revelation
In Christianity, which part of the Old Testament records the story of Noah and the great flood: Genesis or Exodus? Genesis
In church music, what ‘H’ is a song of praise? Hymn
In cinema, the film ‘Ordinary People’ was the directorial debut for which actor? Robert Redford
In cinema, what ‘G’ is the name of the Chinese Theatre in Hollywood where stars leave prints of their feet in concrete? Grauman
In cinema, what ‘R’ is a spool used for winding and storing film? Reel
In cinema, which famous actor directed the film ‘Reds’? Warren Beatty
In cinema, which Hitchcock film stars James Stewart as a character confined to a wheelchair? Rear Window
In cities, Byzantium was the ancient name for which present day city? Istanbul
In cities, the large statue that stands in New York Bay was formerly known as ‘Liberty Enlightening the ‘ what? World
In classic TV, what role was played by Irene Ryan in the sitcom, ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’? Granny
In classical music, ‘Death in Venice’ was the last opera of which British composer? Britten
In classical music, ‘Turandot’ was the last opera of which composer? Puccini
In classical music, by what abbreviated name is a ‘violoncello’ better known? Cello
In classical music, by what name is a fretted string instrument similar to the lute, indigenous to the Indian subcontinent, known? Sitar
In classical music, complete the title of this Franz Lehar operetta ‘The Merry ‘ what? Widow
In classical music, complete the title of this Gyorgy Ligeti opera ‘Le Grand ‘ what? Macabre
In classical music, did Beethoven write any operas? Yes
In classical music, did Brahms write any operas? No
In classical music, does the term ‘Largo’ mean slowly or quickly? Slowly
In classical music, how many members are there in a quintet? 5
In classical music, how many members are there in a string quartet? 4
In classical music, how many movements are usually found in a concerto: 2, 3 or 4? 3
In classical music, how many movements are usually found in a symphony: 2, 4 or 6? 4
In classical music, how many operas make up Wagner’s ‘Ring Cycle’? 4
In classical music, how many strings does a harp have? 46
In classical music, how many strings does a violin have? 4
In classical music, how many symphonies did Brahms write: 4, 8 or 12? 4
In classical music, in what city did Van Cliburn win the Tchaikovsky Prize piano competition? Moscow
In classical music, in which year did Handel compose ‘Water Music’: 1717 or 1817? 1717
In classical music, in which year was Claude Debussy born: 1762 or 1862? 1862
In classical music, is a ‘Bombardon’ a stringed or brass instrument? Brass
In classical music, is a ‘contralto’ a male or female voice? Female
In classical music, is a baritone a male or female voice? Male
In classical music, is a contralto a male or female voice? Female
In classical music, is John Eliot Gardiner famous as a composer or a conductor? Conductor
In classical music, Italian composer Giuseppe Tartini is associated with which instrument? Violin
In classical music, John Broadwood and Sons are manufacturers of which musical instrument? Piano
In classical music, Polish composer Chopin is associated with which instrument? Piano
In classical music, Sir Benjamin Britten co-founded which annual music festival in 1948? Aldeburgh
In classical music, Tchaikovsky wrote an overture based on which Shakespeare play? Romeo & Juliet
In classical music, the composer Franz Schubert was born in which country? Austria
In classical music, the composer Mozart was born in which city: Aldeburgh, Bayreuth or Salzburg? Salzburg
In classical music, to which family of instruments does the clarinet belong? Woodwind
In classical music, to which family of instruments does the flute belong? Woodwind
In classical music, typically how many movements are found in a concerto? 3
In classical music, was ‘Turandot’ the last, unfinished opera by Rossini or Puccini? Puccini
In classical music, was Enrico Caruso a famous conductor or opera singer? Opera Singer
In classical music, was John Barbirolli famous as a composer or a conductor? Conductor
In classical music, was the 18th century instrument a ‘Serpent’ a wind or string instrument? Wind
In classical music, was the composer Franz Liszt born in Hungary or Poland? Hungary
In classical music, was the composer Wolfgang Mozart born in Austria or Italy? Austria
In classical music, what ‘C’ is the simultaneous combination of two or more melodies? Counterpoint
In classical music, what ‘N’ is the ninth of Elgar’s ‘Enigma Variations’, and shares its name with a Biblical figure known as the ‘Mighty Hunter’? Nimrod
In classical music, what ‘S’ is the city where the composer Wolfgang Mozart was born? Salzburg
In classical music, what ‘S’ was known as ‘The Waltz King’? Strauss
In classical music, what does the conductor hold to conduct an orchestra? Baton
In classical music, what is the Academy of ‘St Martin-in-the-Field’: a school of music or a chamber orchestra? Orchestra
In classical music, what is the American composer ‘Copeland’s’ first name? Aaron
In classical music, what is the first name of the composer Holst? Gustav
In classical music, what nationality was composer Felix Mendelssohn? German
In classical music, what nationality was composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart? Austrian
In classical music, what nationality was Ludwig van Beethoven? German
In classical music, what nationality was the composer Chopin? Polish
In classical music, what nationality was the composer Franz Schubert? Austrian
In classical music, what nationality was the composer Johannes Brahms? German
In classical music, what nationality were the composers Berliot and Ravel? French
In classical music, what was the first name of the Austrian composer and conductor Strauss the Younger? Johann
In classical music, what was the first name of the Italian composer Vivaldi? Antonio
In classical music, what was the Italian composer Vivaldi’s first name: Antonio or Giuseppe? Antonio
In classical music, what was the nationality of the composer Gustav Holst? British
In classical music, what was the Russian composer Prokofiev’s first name: Sergei or Oleg? Sergei
In classical music, where was Beethoven born: Austria or Germany? Germany
In classical music, which ‘Flying Dutchman’ composer was forced into exile after supporting the German nationalist uprising in Dresden in 1848? Wagner
In classical music, which ‘Water Music’ composer was a favorite of King George I? Handel
In classical music, which famous composer was born in Bonn, Germany in the late 18th Century? Beethoven
In classical music, which famous composer was born in Salzburg, Austria in 1756? Mozart
In classical music, which of the ‘three B’s’ was born first: Bach, Beethoven or Brahms? Bach
In classical music, which of these composers was born first: Liszt or Mozart? Mozart
In classical music, which planet was not included in Holst’s orchestral suite ‘The Planets’? Pluto
In classical music, who composed ‘Air on a G String’: Bach or Strauss? Bach
In classical music, who composed ‘Eine Kleine Nachtmusik’? Mozart
In classical music, who composed ‘The Carnival of the Animals’? Saint-Saens
In classical music, who composed the sonata ‘Moonlight’ and the symphony ‘Pastoral’? Beethoven
In classical music, who wrote ‘The Brandenburg Concertos’? Bach
In classical music, whose ‘Symphony No. 94’ was known as the ‘Surprise Symphony’: Haydn or Mozart? Haydn
In classical music, with which instrument is Frederic Chopin mainly associated? Piano
In clothing what ‘B’ is a pleat made of two flat folds turned in towards each other? Box
In clothing what ‘H’ is the border of a piece of cloth especially a cut edge turned under sewn cloth? Hem
In clothing which of the following is a natural fiber: rayon, linen or crimplene? Linen
In clothing which of the following is a synthetic fiber: rayon, linen or silk? Rayon
In clothing, in which decade was the Cloche hat first fashionable? 1920s
In clothing, in which decade was the mini-skirt first fashionable? 1960s
In clothing, name the Scottish woven cloth which uses different cross-banded patterns to identify different clans. Tartan
In clothing, what is the name of the kind of cotton cloth which is woven from colored yarns into stripes or checks? Gingham
In clothing, what name is given to the strip of material worn around the waist to cover the gap between the front of a dress shirt and the trousers? Cummerbund
In clothing, which pouch of fur or leather is traditionally worn in front of a Scots Highlander’s kilt? Sporran
In college basketball, which team coached by John Wooden won 88 games in a row? UCLA
In college football, running or passing for a score after a touchdown results in how many points? 2
In college football, what university’s team did the legendary Bear Bryant coach from 1958 to 1982, winning six national championships during his tenure? Alabama
In comic books, Reed Richards and ‘The Thing’ are part of which group of superheroes? Fantastic Four
In comic books, what is the name of the patriotic American character who was created in 1940 as a super soldier to fight the Nazis? Captain America
In comic books, who is the alter-ego of Robin, from ‘Batman and Robin’? Dick Grayson
In comic books, Wolverine and Cyclops are part of which group of superheroes? X-Men
In comics, Dennis the Menace always bothered old Mister who? Wilson
In common slang, the term ‘411’ refers to what? Information
In computer equipment, what ‘S’ is a device that can digitally reproduce and transmit an image: a spreadsheet or a scanner? Scanner
In computer games, what kind of animal is ‘Sonic’? Hedgehog
In computer games, what kind of tradesmen were the ‘Super Mario Brothers’? Plumbers
In computer science, how many bytes make up a kilobyte, 1000 or 1024? 1024
In computer science, which unit represents the greater amount of data: a megabyte or a gigabyte? Gigabyte
In computer technology, for what does the initial ‘M’ in HTML stand? Markup
In computer technology, what ‘H’ is a person who gains unauthorized access to a computer system or program? Hacker
In computer technology, what ‘M’ is a hand-held, button-activated input device? Mouse
In computer technology, what ‘S’ are Microsoft Excel or Lotus 1-2-3: a spreadsheet or a scanner? Spreadsheet
In computer technology, what ‘V’ is a piece of code inserted into a program to disrupt or destroy data and to be passed on to linked computers? Virus
In computer technology, what do the initials AOL stand for? America Online
In computer technology, what does the ‘V’ stand for in the acronym DVD? Versatile
In computer terminology, for what does the ‘M’ stand in the acronym CD-ROM? Memory
In computer terminology, what does the ‘R’ stand for in ‘RAM’? Random
In computers, what does the ‘P’ stand for in ISP? Provider
In computing for what do the letters ‘GB’ stand? Gigabyte
In computing, for what do the first two letters stand in ‘MS-DOS’? Microsoft
In computing, how many bits make up a byte? 8
In computing, how many bytes make up a kilobyte? 1024
In computing, what ‘B’ is the common name for a duplicate computer system that can take over in the event of equipment failure? Backup
In computing, what ‘F’ is the type of removable diskette that is used for storing data? Floppy
In computing, what ‘M’ is a device for transmitting data over telephone wires? Modem
In computing, what does the ‘R’ stand for in the acronym ‘ROM’? Read
In computing, what is the name of the company that manufactures the ‘Pentium’ family of processors? Intel
In computing, what is the name of the material that is most commonly used in the manufacture of microchips? Silicon
In computing, what name is given to the art of finding errors in computer programs? Debugging
In computing, what sort of memory is ‘ROM’? Read Only
In computing, which ‘rodent’ is a small hand-held device, dragged across a flat surface to move the cursor on the screen? Mouse
In Congress, what is the term for making a long speech to stall voting for a bill? Filibuster
In construction, ‘Claw’ and ‘Ball-peen’ are both types of which tool? Hammer
In cookery, what is the surname of chef Jamie, who is known as the Naked Chef? Oliver
In cooking measurements, how many teaspoons are there in a tablespoon? 3
In cooking what does the French term ‘saut’ mean? Fry
In cooking, ‘Borscht’ is a type of soup from eastern Europe made from which vegetable? Beet
In cooking, ‘Crispy’, ‘Spicy’ or ‘Aromatic Duck’ is usually given the name of which city? Peking
In cooking, a dish containing spinach is named after which Italian city? Florence
In cooking, Bouillabaisse is a fish stew originating from which country? France
In cooking, fettuccine and rigatoni are both types of which Italian food? Pasta
In cooking, Foo-Young is the Chinese-style equivalent of which western dish made with eggs? Omelette
In cooking, for a dish to be cooked ‘Florentine’, which vegetable must it contain? Spinach
In cooking, from which country does sauerkraut come? Germany
In cooking, from which country does the dish Goulash originate? Hungary
In cooking, from which country does the dish Tempura originate? Japan
In cooking, from which country does the wok originate? China
In cooking, how many milliliters are in a standard cup? 250
In cooking, penne, fusilli and macaroni are all types of what? Pasta
In cooking, Ratatouille is an aubergine, courgette, pepper and tomato dish from which country? France
In cooking, rough puff, flaky and shortcrust are all types of what? Pastry
In cooking, Stollen is a fruit loaf from which European country? Germany
In cooking, the gelatin substitute Agar is extracted from which type of plant? Seaweed
In cooking, the name of what type of highly-flavored curried soup comes from the Tamil language and means ‘pepper water’? Mulligatawny
In cooking, the spice Saffron is obtained from which plant? Crocus
In cooking, vermicelli, tortellini and cannelloni are all types of what? Pasta
In cooking, what ‘B’ is a type of fine German pork sausage that is usually grilled or fried? Bratwurst
In cooking, what ‘B’ is the name of the liquid mixture often used to coat foods before they are deep fried? Batter
In cooking, what ‘B’ is the process of keeping meat moist during baking? Basting
In cooking, what ‘C’ are small, toasted or fried pieces of bread used to garnish soup or salads? Croutons
In cooking, what ‘C’ is the term meaning ‘with whipped cream’? Chantilly
In cooking, what ‘G’ is a cold vegetable soup originating from Spain? Gazpacho
In cooking, what ‘G’ is a soup or stew made with okra usually eaten in Africa or the Caribbean? Gumbo
In cooking, what ‘G’ is the term for a decorative, edible accompaniment to finished dishes? Garnish
In cooking, what ‘L’ is derived from animal fat? Lard
In cooking, what ‘L’ is to thread strips of fat or bacon into meat before cooking? Larding
In cooking, what ‘M’ is a confection made from beaten egg whites and sugar? Meringue
In cooking, what ‘M’ is a mixture in which meat, fish, etc. is soaked to absorb flavors before cooking? Marinade
In cooking, what ‘M’ is a small biscuit or cake made of ground almonds, egg white and sugar? Macaroon
In cooking, what ‘M’ is the culinary term for a small coin-shaped cut of meat? Medallion
In cooking, what ‘M’ is to soak meat, fowl, fish, etc. in a liquid mixture, usually of vinegar or wine and oil with various spices and herbs? Marinate
In cooking, what ‘P’ is made by roasting dried corn kernels in oil? Popcorn
In cooking, what ‘R’ is a small casserole dish? Ramekin
In cooking, what ‘R’ is derived from animal tissues and is used for curdling milk in making cheese: resin or rennet? Rennet
In cooking, what ‘S’ is an Indian appetizer consisting of meat or vegetables wrapped in a triangular parcel of pastry? Samosa
In cooking, what ‘T’ is a sauce with gherkins, vinegar and mustard and is usually served with fish? Tartare
In cooking, what ‘T’ is pressed soy bean curd derived from soy milk that can be used as a meat or egg substitute? Tofu
In cooking, what color does turmeric turn food? Yellow
In cooking, what is the principal ingredient in an omelette and a souffl? Eggs
In cooking, what is the principal ingredient in paella and risotto? Rice
In cooking, what is the surname of TV chef Emeril, known for ‘kicking it up a notch’? Lagasse
In cooking, which county in the southwest of England is famous for its clotted cream: Cornwall or Devon? Cornwall
In cooking, which French term for a light frothy dish literally translates as ‘puffed up’? Souffl
In cooking, which meat is traditionally used in the Italian dish lasagna? Beef
In cooking, which type of pastry is used in eclairs and profiteroles? Choux
In country music, did Hank Williams die in 1955 or 1953? 1953
In crafts, ‘tatting’ is a method to make what? Lace
In crafts, what is made by repeatedly dipping a prepared wick into wax? Candle
In cricket, what ‘B’ is the name for the two wooden sticks which are placed on top of the stumps? Bails
In crime, by what name was Henri Charrire better known? Papillon
In crime, by what name was the Whitechapel Murderer better known? Jack the Ripper
In currency, if there are 45 Thai Baht to the American dollar, how many Baht are there in $3? 135 Baht
In currency, if there are 5 nickels in a quarter, how many nickels are there in $1.00? 20
In currency, what ‘B’ is slang for a one dollar bill? Buck
In currency, what country would you be in if you were spending ‘gilders’? Holland
In currency, which bill has the picture of Ben Franklin? $100

In (D to E)…

In dance, what ‘F’ is an American dance with a variant called the ‘One-Step’? Foxtrot
In dance, what ‘S’ is a Latin American ballroom dance originating in Brazil? Samba
In darts, do you pick up bonus points for hitting three consecutive bulls eyes? No
In darts, what ‘B’ is the name of the two concentric circles at the center of the board? Bull
In darts, what is the lowest number that cannot be scored with a single dart? 23
In December 2000 which singer and songwriter sold 2,000 pairs of his shoes in aid of charity? Elton John
In December 2000, British designer Alexander McQueen stopped designing for Givenchy and switched to which rival fashion house? Gucci
In December 2000, Robbie Williams wore a T-shirt bearing the name of which former member of Wham!: Andrew Ridgeley or George Michael? Andrew Ridgeley
In Denmark, is the head of state a Monarch or President? Monarch
In drama, what ‘M’ is it considered unlucky to say? Macbeth
In drama, what ‘R’ is the practicing of a play before it is performed? Rehearsal
In drawing, what ‘I’ is a type of black ink containing lampblack that is sold in sticks and mixed with water before use? Indian
In drink, what ‘S’ is the name given to the grainy deposit sometimes found in wine bottles? Sediment
In driving, what does the initial ‘M’ in MPG stand for? Miles
In early 20th century art, with which continent was the ‘Blue Rider’ movement associated? Europe
In early Christianity, what Latin word, meaning ‘Light-bearer’, was believed to be the name of Satan before his fall? Lucifer
In ecology, what ‘B’ is a name given to a type of material that can rot away after use? Bio-degradable
In ecology, what ‘C’ is the action taken to protect and preserve the natural world? Conservation
In economics, for what does the ‘N’ stand for in ‘GNP’? National
In economics, for what does the ‘R’ stand in APR? Rate
In economics, in what decade was the Full Gold Standard abandoned in Great Britain? 1930s
In economics, on what New York City street stands the N.Y. Stock Exchange? Wall
In economics, what ‘D’ is the name given to the income left after paying taxes? Disposable
In economics, what ‘H’ is the term used to describe rapid and uncontrolled inflation? Hyperinflation
In economics, what ‘M’ is the name given to an exclusive trading right in a certain commodity or class of commerce or business? Monopoly
In economics, what does the ‘G’ in GNP stand for? Gross
In economics, what is the opposite of inflation? Deflation
In economics, which Stock Exchange is older: American or New York? New York
In economics, which Stock Exchange is older: New York or London? London
In education, an Eli is a student at what university? Yale
In education, for what does the ‘A’ stand for in SAT? Aptitude
In education, for what does the ‘D’ stand in GED, the exam taken for high school equivalency? Diploma
In education, for what does the letter ‘A’ stand in the acronym ‘SAT’? Aptitude
In education, for what does the letter ‘B’ stand in ‘B…’ of Science? Bachelor
In education, for what does the letter ‘F’ stand for in the college degree BFA? Fine
In education, in which American city is Brown University located? Providence
In education, in which city would you find UCLA? Los Angeles
In education, in which state would you find Emory University? Georgia
In education, Notre Dame is situated in which Indiana city? South Bend
In education, Oxford and which other university make up Oxbridge? Cambridge
In education, the high school equivalency exam is known by what three letters? GED
In education, what ‘B’ is the European city which is home to the oldest university, which opened in 1158? Bologna
In education, what ‘D’ is the name given to the Head of Administration in a university faculty? Dean
In education, what ‘P’ is the oldest university in France? Paris
In education, what ‘S’ is the word for a second year student at University or College? Sophomore
In education, what ‘S’ is the word for an academic term? Semester
In education, what does the ‘M’ stand for in Texas A&M University? Mechanical
In education, what does the ‘S’ stand for in PTSA? Student
In education, what prestigious university is located in Ithaca, New York? Cornell
In education, what’s another word for ‘middle’ when referring to ‘middle school’? Junior
In education, which establishment was Henry VI the founder of? Eton
In Egyptian mythology, which god, the son of Osiris, is usually depicted with the head of a jackal? Anubis
In electricity, is glass a conductor or an insulator? Insulator
In embroidery, ‘hedebo’ is a form of open-work which originated in which country? Denmark
In engineering, what ‘W’ is the common name for the process by which two pieces of metal are joined with the application of heat? Welding
In England and Wales, what name was given to buried treasure which became the property of the crown? Treasure Trove
In England, in which decade was Queen Elizabeth II born? 1920s
In England, the Tory Party was founded in which century? 17th
In England, what ‘D’ describes the area served by a Bishop? Diocese
In England, what is their word for ‘gas’? Petrol
In England, which side of the road do drivers drive on? Left
In England, which was worth more: one pound or one guinea? Guinea
In England, which word is used for ‘elevator’? Lift
In English cooking, what ‘B’ is a cake of two colors covered in marzipan? Battenberg
In English currency, which was worth more, a florin or a half crown? Half Crown
In English fashion, wide bottomed trousers in the 1920s were known as ‘Oxford ‘ what? Bags
In English history, did the Thirty Years War happen before the English Civil War? Yes
In English history, if Elizabethan describes the age of Queen Elizabeth I, which word describes that of King James I of England? Jacobean
In English history, what was the profession of Nell Gwyn before she became Charles II’s mistress? Actress
In English history, which establishment organization was founded by William Patterson in 1694? Bank of England
In English history, who was King Henry VIII’s last wife? Catherine Parr
In English politics, which one of the following was an old name for the Liberal Party: Whigs, Tories or Fenians? Whigs
In English royalty, how old was Princess Elizabeth when she married Prince Philip? 21
In Enid Blyton’s ‘Famous Five’ books, what was the name of the dog? Timmy
In entertainment, ‘Gone with the Wind’ actress Thelma McQueen changed her first name to which flying insect? Butterfly
In entertainment, ‘Joni …’ who is a Canadian pop singer born Roberta Joan Anderson in 1943? Mitchell
In entertainment, ‘Patricia ‘ who was married to actor Nicolas Cage? Arquette
In entertainment, actor Chad McQueen is the son of which film star? Steve McQueen
In entertainment, actress Kate Hudson is the daughter of which film star? Goldie Hawn
In entertainment, complete the title of the 1955 Marilyn Monroe film, ‘The Seven Year ‘ what? Itch
In entertainment, name the Canadian Country and Western singer who had hits with ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much’ and ‘Man, I Feel Like a Woman’? Shania Twain
In entertainment, Rachel who was married to singer Rod Stewart? Hunter
In entertainment, the actor Kevin Fowler, who won an Oscar for the 1999 film ‘American Beauty’, is better known as Kevin who? Spacey
In entertainment, the creator of the Smurfs, Pierre Culliford, is better known by his nickname, what? Peyo
In entertainment, the singer Dino Crocetti who starred in the 1959 film ‘Rio Bravo’ was better known as Dean who? Martin
In entertainment, what ‘R’ was the surname of comedians Carl and Rob? Reiner
In entertainment, what city was comedian David Brenner from? Philadelphia
In entertainment, what is the last name of the comedian who is known for his famous line ‘I don’t get no respect’? Dangerfield
In entertainment, which ‘Star Wars’ actor married ‘E.T.’ screenwriter Melissa Mathison? Harrison Ford
In entertainment, which act opened Live Aid USA in 1985? Tom Petty
In entertainment, which actor, star of ‘Legends of the Fall’ and ‘Seven’, married Jennifer Aniston? Brad Pitt
In entertainment, which actress changed her name from Edda Van Heemstra? Audrey Hepburn
In entertainment, which actress named Katharine, born in 1907, was known as the Great Kate? Hepburn
In entertainment, which actress was known as the ‘It Girl’? Clara Bow
In entertainment, which actress was the female star of the Alfred Hitchcock film ‘Vertigo’? Kim Novak
In entertainment, which band opened Live Aid in 1985 with the song ‘Rockin’ all over the World’? Status Quo
In entertainment, which Bill was known as ‘The Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll’? Haley
In entertainment, which British singer’s real name is Gordon Sumner? Sting
In entertainment, which Donny made his TV singing debut on ‘The Andy Williams Show’ in 1963, at the age of five? Osmond
In entertainment, which famous singer was subpoenaed by the U.S. House Committee on Crime in 1972 for alleged Mafia connections? Frank Sinatra
In entertainment, which female singer was known as ‘The Last of the Red Hot Mamas’? Sophie Tucker
In entertainment, which Louis was nicknamed ‘Satchmo’? Armstrong
In entertainment, which member of the Curtis family is married to the actor Christopher Guest? Jamie Lee
In entertainment, which of the Collins sisters married Anthony Newley: Jackie or Joan? Joan Collins
In entertainment, which Osmond had a hit in 1972 with ‘Long Haired Lover From Liverpool’? Jimmy
In entertainment, who was married to Marilyn Monroe first: Arthur Miller or Joe DiMaggio? Joe DiMaggio
In Europe, ‘scrofula’, a disease of the lymph nodes, was historically known as the ‘King’s …’ what? Evil
In Europe, is San Marino a Republic or a Principality? Republic
In European cooking, what ‘B’ is a pudding containing pork, dried pig’s blood and suet? Black Pudding
In European food, is ‘Kendal mint cake’ a traditional cake originating from Scotland or England? England
In European geography, the Clifton Suspension Bridge spans which river? Avon
In European geography, the Danube River does not flow through which country: Germany, Austria or Switzerland? Switzerland
In European history, in which century were the Wars of the Roses fought? 15th
In European history, what was the first name of Henry VIII’s first wife? Catherine
In European history, which invaders killed Harold the King of England in 1066 at the Battle of Senlac Hill? Normans
In Eurpoe, the Channel Tunnel runs between Calais, in France, and which English town? Folkestone
In evolution, are humans more closely related to chimpanzees or lemurs? Chimpanzees
In evolution, what is the name given to a change within species, which results from the differential survival of the constituent individuals in response to natural selection? Microevolution
In fabrics, what type of animal fur is used to make alpaca sweaters? Llama
In farming, what ‘R’ is the successive cultivation of different crops in a specified order on the same fields, in contrast to a one-crop system or to haphazard crop successions ? Rotation
In fashion what ‘D’ is a substance that can be used to color anything from textile to hair? Dye
In fashion what ‘P’ is used to describe clothing woven or printed with colorful curved abstract figures? Paisley
In fashion what ‘W’ is the fine, soft, curly hair forming the coat of a sheep that is prepared for use in making clothes? Wool
In fashion what K is a flat-topped French military cap with a horizontal peak? Kepi
In fashion, ‘Alexander ‘ who became Givenchy’s chief designer in 1996? McQueen
In fashion, ‘cap’, ‘raglan’ or ‘batwing’ are known collectively as what ‘S’? Sleeves
In fashion, ‘Pageboy’ and ‘Afro’ are both types of what? Hairstyles
In fashion, a penguin suit is slang for what garment? Tuxedo
In fashion, are ‘Hush Puppies’ worn below or above the waist? Below
In fashion, as what is a set of rules regarding acceptable style of dress known? Dress Code
In fashion, belts, bags and jewelry worn to complete an outfit are known collectively as what ‘A’? Accessories
In fashion, Cecil Beaton won Oscars for his designs for ‘Gigi’ and which other film? My Fair Lady
In fashion, cotton fabric treated with oil to make it waterproof is known as what? Oilskin
In fashion, denim is a hard wearing cotton commonly used to make what type of trouser? Jeans
In fashion, designer Norma Kamali is known for placing what in her tops? Shoulder Pads
In fashion, does the material ‘ultra suede’ come from an animal? No
In fashion, from which country does the ‘sombrero’ originate? Mexico
In fashion, in which century did men first wear the tricorne hat? 18th Century
In fashion, in which country was Christian Dior born? France
In fashion, in which decade did London’s Carnaby Street become the fashion center of Britain? 1960s
In fashion, in which decade was Giorgio Armani born? 1930s
In fashion, in which decade was the flapper dress first popular? 1920s
In fashion, is a ‘poncho’ a type of hat or a type of cloak? Cloak
In fashion, is a fourchette part of a glove or a shoe? Glove
In fashion, is an epaulette worn on the collar or shoulder? Shoulder
In fashion, is lace a craft that originated in Europe or America? Europe
In fashion, name the long, woolen, footless socks which became popular during the 70s and 80s. Leg Warmers
In fashion, on what part of the body would a ‘sombrero’ be worn? Head
In fashion, Patrick Cox is famous for designing what type of clothing? Shoes
In fashion, the actress from the TV show ‘Friends’ who made the ‘Rachel’ haircut famous is Jennifer who? Aniston
In fashion, the craft of embroidery can be traced back to which ancient civilization: Scythian or Byzantine? Scythian
In fashion, the craft of silk weaving can be originally traced back to which nation: India or China? China
In fashion, the eccentric fashion designer who launched ‘Pirate’ and ‘New Romantic’ looks in the early 1980s is Vivienne …who? Westwood
In fashion, the fabric Corduroy was first made in which year: 1780 or 1820? 1780
In fashion, the first artificial silk was made in which century? 19th
In fashion, the sari is associated with which country? India
In fashion, the simple, round collar popularly worn in the 40s and 50s on women’s blouses is named for what character from children’s literature? Peter Pan
In fashion, was ‘Damask’ originally a type of silk or velvet? Silk
In fashion, was the leotard named after a ballet dancer or an acrobat? Acrobat
In fashion, waterproof rubber is the material principally used to make what type of footwear? Wellingtons
In fashion, what ‘B’ is a type of head garment named after a battle in 1856? Balaclava
In fashion, what ‘B’ is a very short jacket worn open at the front? Bolero
In fashion, what ‘B’ is a woolen covering for the head and neck which shares its name with a battle in the Crimean War? Balaclava
In fashion, what ‘B’ is the English word for the French hat, often made from straw, known as a ‘Canotier’? Boater
In fashion, what ‘B’ shares its name with an atoll in the Ralik chain of the Marshall islands? Bikini
In fashion, what ‘B’, associated with Easter, is a woman’s brimmed head-dress, tied with a ribbon under the chin? Bonnet
In fashion, what ‘C’ is a close-fitting undergarment worn to support and shape the waistline, hips, and breasts? Corset
In fashion, what ‘C’ is a natural fiber commonly used to manufacture t-shirts? Cotton
In fashion, what ‘C’ is a piece of material worn knotted around the neck? Cravat
In fashion, what ‘C’ is a printed and glazed fabric, usually brightly colored, originating in India? Chintz
In fashion, what ‘C’ is a sleeveless garment fastened at the neck and associated with witches and wizards? Cloak
In fashion, what ‘C’ is a type of fabric manufactured from the fiber surrounding the seeds of the gossypium plant? Cotton
In fashion, what ‘C’ is an enormous hooped skirt? Crinoline
In fashion, what ‘C’ is the name of Stella McCartney’s design House? Chloe
In fashion, what ‘C’ is the name of the material from which the original jeans were made? Canvas
In fashion, what ‘C’ was a hairstyle in which a man’s hair was cut to a uniform length of less than half an inch? Crewcut
In fashion, what ‘D’ is a unit of silk weight used to describe stockings? Denier
In fashion, what ‘D’ was the name given to a man’s close fitting jacket, with or without sleeves, worn mainly in Elizabethan times? Doublet
In fashion, what ‘H’ were the revealing shorts popular with young ladies in the early 1970s? Hot Pants
In fashion, what ‘J’ are pants manufactured from denim? Jeans
In fashion, what ‘K’ is a loose, wide-sleeved Japanese robe? Kimono
In fashion, what ‘L’ is a German word used for short leather pants with suspenders? Lederhosen
In fashion, what ‘L’ is a low-heeled shoe resembling a leather moccasin? Loafer
In fashion, what ‘M’ is a French fashion designer who designs under the label ‘Caf de Paris’? Mugler
In fashion, what ‘M’ is a hat with a flat horizontal top, traditionally worn at graduation ceremonies? Mortarboard
In fashion, what ‘M’ is the name of a punk hairstyle that features a long spiky strip of hair on a shaven head? Mohawk
In fashion, what ‘M’ is the surname of the man who became the designer at the House of Lanvin in 1989? Montana
In fashion, what ‘M’ is used to describe a backless shoe? Mule
In fashion, what ‘N’ is a fabric that was introduced in the 1930s and used in knitted hosiery? Nylon
In fashion, what ‘P’ is a blanket-like cloak with a hole in the center for the head, associated with South America? Poncho
In fashion, what ‘P’ is a cold-weather jacket with a hood worn by Eskimos? Parka
In fashion, what ‘P’ is a type of shoe which has a thick sole? Platform
In fashion, what ‘P’ was a style popular in the late 1970s which imitated the dress of the Ivy League university students? Preppie
In fashion, what ‘R’ was the name given to a white pleated band worn around the neck, mainly in Elizabethan times? Ruff
In fashion, what ‘S’ is a piece of fabric often folded into a triangle and worn over the shoulders? Shawl
In fashion, what ‘S’ is a type of shoe carved from a single piece of wood often with a leather upper? Sabot
In fashion, what ‘S’ is the name of the pouch which Scotsmen wear in front of their kilts? Sporran
In fashion, what ‘T’ is a long piece of material worn knotted around the neck of a shirt? Tie
In fashion, what ‘T’ is a person who makes, alters or mend clothes? Tailor
In fashion, what ‘T’ is a semi-circular jeweled head-dress? Tiara
In fashion, what ‘T’ is a type of underwear made for its heat-retaining qualities? Thermal
In fashion, what ‘T’ was a loose, draped robe worn by Romans? Toga
In fashion, what ‘V’ is a popular fabric made out of waste cotton and cellulose from wood pulp? Viscose
In fashion, what ‘V’ is an Italian fashion house whose head, Gianni, was shot dead in 1997? Versace
In fashion, what are tight narrow trousers, first popular with men in the 1950s? Drainpipes
In fashion, what ball game is used to describe a type of sweater with a high tight fitting neck? Polo
In fashion, what catalog company made the zip code 60609 famous? Spiegel
In fashion, what cloth is produced by buffing the flesh side of a tanned animal hide? Suede
In fashion, what clothes did Jean Shrimpton first introduce at The Melbourne Cup during the 1960s? Mini Skirt
In fashion, what did Levi Strauss add to men’s trouser pockets to invent Jeans? Rivets
In fashion, what garment by Jean-Paul Gaultier was famously worn by Madonna, in one of her videos? Bra
In fashion, what is a ‘Bertha’: a type of collar or sleeve? Collar
In fashion, what is a highly successful and internationally famous fashion model commonly known as? Supermodel
In fashion, what is a maniple? Armband
In fashion, what is an ‘Eton Crop’? Hairstyle
In fashion, what is Barbie’s ‘everlasting’ accessory? Tattoo
In fashion, what is the Malay and Javanese garment called that consists of a long strip of cloth worn around the waist? Sarong
In fashion, what is the name of the long, hooded jacket associated with ‘Mods’ in the 1960s? Parka
In fashion, what is the name of the sash worn around the waist by men in evening dress? Cummerbund
In fashion, what London street was known as the center of the ’60s ‘Mod’ style? Carnaby
In fashion, what name is commonly given to a matching dress and sweater? Twin-set
In fashion, what name is commonly given to short, baggy pants reaching below the knee, worn by men for playing golf? Knickers
In fashion, what name is given to a flimsy type of sandal because of the noise it makes when you walk? Flip-flop
In fashion, what name is given to a glove with one section for the thumb and a single section for the fingers? Mitten
In fashion, what name is given to a short jacket which is also the name of a dance? Bolero
In fashion, what name is given to a wide brimmed hat commonly worn in Spain and South America? Sombrero
In fashion, what name is given to the technique for producing a mottled appearance in cloth by folding and tying it before it is put in dye? Tie-Dyeing
In fashion, what nationality is Jean Paul Gaultier? French
In fashion, what nationality is Ralph Lauren? American
In fashion, what nationality was Gianni Versace? Italian
In fashion, what popular name was given to the high necked pullover with a long neck that rolled onto itself? Turtle Neck
In fashion, what popular name was given to the sleeveless pullover with wide armholes, popular in the 60s and early 70s? Tank Top
In fashion, what reptile is used to describe a type of sweater with a high tight fitting neck? Turtle
In fashion, what style of hat is named after an 1894 George du Maurier novel? Trilby
In fashion, what style of hat is named after an 1894 George du Maurier novel? Trilby
In fashion, what style of hat is named after the French word for ‘bell’? Cloche
In fashion, what style of hat is named after the French word for ‘bell’? Cloche
In fashion, what surname links Giorgio and Emporio? Armani
In fashion, what type of clothes fastening was first used around the year 1200 in Europe? Buttons
In fashion, what type of clothing does a milliner make? Hats
In fashion, what type of clothing is a chapeau? Hat
In fashion, what type of footwear dates back to around 2000 BC in Egypt where it was made of woven papyrus? Sandal
In fashion, what type of garment are Oxford Bags? Trousers
In fashion, what type of garment are Plus Fours? Trousers
In fashion, what type of garment is a ‘Dirndl’? Skirt
In fashion, what type of garment is a ‘parka’? Coat
In fashion, what type of hat is known as a ‘Derby’? Bowler
In fashion, what type of hat was Charlie Chaplin famous for wearing – a ‘Top Hat’ or a ‘Bowler’? Bowler
In fashion, what was Coco Chanel’s real first name? Gabrielle
In fashion, what was the name of the casual trousers of the 1970s that flared widely at the knees? Loons
In fashion, what was the name of the trousers, popular in the 1960s and 1970s, that had very wide bottoms? Bell Bottoms
In fashion, what was the nickname of French designer Gabrielle Chanel? Coco
In fashion, what was the nickname of Gabrielle Chanel who died in 1971? Coco
In fashion, what woolen skirt is associated with Scotland? Kilt
In fashion, what word describes a fabric made to look old and faded by rubbing small pieces of pumice stone against it? Stonewashed
In fashion, where would you wear a Jabot: above or below the waist? Above
In fashion, where would you wear a Sabot: above or below the waist? Below
In fashion, which 21 year old succeeded Christian Dior upon his death? St. Laurent
In fashion, which American designer launched his ‘Prairie’ and ‘Frontier Fashions’ looks in the 60s and 70s? Ralph Lauren
In fashion, which animal has featured as the emblem on the clothes of Rene Lacoste since the 1930s? Crocodile
In fashion, which animal provides the source for ermine? Stoat
In fashion, which dance shares its name with a fabric pattern of evenly spaced dots? Polka
In fashion, which design company, whose first outlet opened in 1933, has a logo consisting of an alligator? Lacoste
In fashion, which design company, whose first outlet opened in Florence in 1921, has a logo consisting of a double ‘G’? Guccio Gucci
In fashion, which designer is credited with creating the mini-skirt? Mary Quant
In fashion, which French designer is credited with the design of the ‘A-Line’ skirt: Dior or Givenchy? Dior
In fashion, which garment did Levi Strauss introduce as workwear for gold miners? Jeans
In fashion, which hairdresser, who became famous in the 1980s, was married to the pop star ‘Lulu’ ? John Frieda
In fashion, which item of South American clothing is made from a blanket with a hole in the middle? Poncho
In fashion, which items of underwear share their name with pugilistic sportsmen? Boxers
In fashion, which London thoroughfare is noted for its high quality tailors: Savile Row or the Strand? Savile Row
In fashion, which sport is associated with jodhpurs? Horse Riding
In fashion, which sport is associated with white flannels? Cricket
In fashion, which style of hooded jacket was worn in the 1960s by the youngsters who called themselves ‘Mods’? Parka
In fashion, which style of low heel on a woman’s shoe is named after a young animal? Kitten
In fashion, which surname links Gianni, Santo and Donatella? Versace
In fashion, which type of hat, made in Ecuador, shares its name with a canal? Panama
In fashion, which type of shoe was so nicknamed because of its long pointed toe? Winklepickers
In fashion, which type of short, frilly skirt got its name because it was a style worn by cheerleaders? Rah Rah
In fashion, which type of skirt or dress gets its name from the way in which it flares in a triangular shape from the waist? A-line
In fashion, which U.S. First Lady often wore clothes of her own design: Jackie Kennedy or Barbara Bush? Jackie Kennedy
In fashion, which Welsh designer opened her business in 1953 but transformed this to an international chain of boutiques: Coco Chanel or Laura Ashley? Laura Ashley
In fashion, which word is used to describe clothes designed to be worn by both men and women? Unisex
In fashion, who became the main designer at the House of Chanel in 1983? Karl Lagerfeld
In fashion, who became the main designer at the House of Dior in 1996? John Galliano
In fashion, who said in March 2000, that in 10 years she had never walked down a catwalk sober? Kate Moss
In fashion, who was born in 1905 and achieved worldwide fame with his ‘A-Line’ and ‘the Sack’? Christian Dior
In fashion, who was widely considered the inventor of the mini-skirt, making her a sixties icon? Mary Quant
In fashion, who would normally wear a ‘biretta’: a clergyman or a policeman? Clergyman
In fashion, who would normally wear a ‘busby’: a soldier or an airman? Soldier
In fashion, would you wear a cloche on your head or on your shoulders? Head
In field hockey, how many players are there on each team? 11
In field hockey, how many yards from the goal line is the penalty spot: 5, 7 or 10? 7
In field hockey, which country has won the men’s World Cup the most times? Pakistan
In film which actor had the nickname The Little Tramp? Charlie Chaplin
In film, ‘Blessed are the cheese makers’ is a line from which 1979 ‘Monty Python’ movie? Life of Brian
In film, ‘In Space No-one Can Hear You Scream’ was the tagline for which 1979 science fiction movie? Alien
In film, ‘Non’, spoken by Marcel Marceau, is the only word uttered in which 1976 Mel Brooks movie? Silent Movie
In film, ‘Richard …’ who wrote the British hits ‘Four Weddings And A Funeral’ and ‘Notting Hill’? Curtis
In film, ‘What a glorious feeling’ was the tagline for the 1952 musical ‘Singin’ in the ‘ what? Rain
In film, actor Gerard Depardieu comes from which country? France
In film, actor Kirk Douglas was born in which country? America
In film, Bill Murray played a weatherman in which 1993 comedy? Groundhog Day
In film, by what name is the actor Bernie Schwartz better known? Tony Curtis
In film, by what name was Norma Jean Baker better known? Marilyn Monroe
In film, by what name was the dancing actress Virginia Katherine McMath better known? Ginger Rogers
In film, Chevy Chase, Steve Martin and Martin Short appeared in which 1986 John Landis comedy set in Mexico? Three Amigos!
In film, complete the name of the first ‘Western’, directed by Edwin S. Porter, ‘The Great Train ‘ what? Robbery
In film, complete the name of the Michael J. Fox film, ‘Back to the ‘ what? Future
In film, complete the title ‘Thelma and ‘? Louise
In film, complete the title of this 1997 Oliver Stone thriller, ‘ Turn’. U
In film, complete the title of this 1998 film starring Cameron Diaz, ‘There’s Something About’ who? Mary
In film, did the 1975 film ‘Jaws’ feature a shark or a whale? Shark
In film, did the 1993 film ‘Alive’ feature cannibalism or vegetarianism ? Cannibalism
In film, Edward Fox starred in the 1973 adaptation of the Frederick Forsyth novel, ‘The Day of the …’ what? Jackal
In film, Elvis Presley starred as a prisoner in which 1957 musical drama? Jailhouse Rock
In film, for which character did Jeremy Irons provide the voice in the ‘Lion King’? Scar
In film, for which character did Tim Allen provide the voice in the ‘Toy Story 2’ movie? Buzz Lightyear
In film, Hitchcock’s ‘Vertigo’ was made in which decade? 1950s
In film, in how many movies did Roger Moore star as the character ‘James Bond’? 7
In film, in the 1999 re-make of ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’, which James Bond actor played Thomas Crown? Pierce Brosnan
In film, in what country was the director Jean-Luc Godard born? France
In film, in what country was the director Rainer Werner Fassbinder born? Germany
In film, in which century was the director Alfred Hitchcock born: the 19th or the 20th? 19th
In film, in which country is the 1993 drama ‘The Piano’ set? New Zealand
In film, in which country is the 1994 comedy ‘Muriel’s Wedding’ set? Australia
In film, in which country was Hollywood actor Gene Hackman born? America
In film, in which country was Hollywood actor Leslie Nielsen born? Canada
In film, in which country was the actor Antonio Banderas born? Spain
In film, in which decade was the director Steven Spielberg born: the 1940s or the 1950s? 1940s
In film, in which European country was the actress Brigitte Bardot born? France
In film, in which year of the 1970s was Steven Spielberg’s film ‘Jaws’ released? 1975
In film, in which year of the 1970s was the George Lucas film ‘Star Wars’ released? 1977
In film, in which year was ‘Star Wars’ released: 1977 or 1979? 1977
In film, James Cameron directed which 1989 science fiction film about an underwater drilling rig? The Abyss
In film, James Earl Jones provided the voice for which character in the ‘Star Wars’ trilogy? Darth Vader
In film, James Stewart plays a wheelchair-bound photographer in which 1954 Hitchcock thriller? Rear Window
In film, Janet Leigh is best known for her role in which classic 1960 Hitchcock horror film? Psycho
In film, Marlon Brando starred as ex-boxer Terry Malloy in ‘On the ‘ what? Waterfront
In film, Martin Landau won an Oscar for portraying which famous ‘Dracula’ actor from the 1930s in the film ‘Ed Wood’? Bela Lugosi
In film, Martin Scorsese directed a 1991 remake of which 1962 Gregory Peck movie? Cape Fear
In film, Matthew McConaughey starred in which 1996 adaptation of a John Grisham novel? A Time to Kill
In film, Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks were ‘Sleepless’ in which city? Seattle
In film, Michael Mann directed which 1995 thriller starring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro? Heat
In film, name the 1977 spoof horror movie directed by Mel Brooks parodying the films of Alfred Hitchcock? High Anxiety
In film, name the actor who played Sebastian in the film ‘Cruel Intentions’? Ryan Phillippe
In film, name the American comic actor who has starred in ‘Airplane’ and ‘Naked Gun’? Leslie Nielsen
In film, Paul Newman starred as a jailbird in the film ‘Cool Hand …’ who? Luke
In film, Peter O’Toole played T.E. Lawrence in the 1962 film ‘Lawrence of ‘ where? Arabia
In film, Phil Silvers and Zero Mostel starred in the 1966 comedy musical entitled ‘A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the ‘ what? Forum
In film, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda starred in ‘Barefoot in the Park’, based on a play by which writer? Neil Simon
In film, Roman Polanski directed which 1974 film starring Jack Nicholson? Chinatown
In film, Spielberg’s ‘E.T’ was made in which decade? 1980s
In film, the 1969 western musical entitled ‘Paint Your Wagon’ was written by Lerner and who? Loewe
In film, the 1994 film ‘Quiz Show’ about corruption on a TV game show was directed by whom? Robert Redford
In film, the Academy Awards are known by what other name? Oscars
In film, the actor Leslie Nielsen played the role of Lieutenant Frank Drebin in which famous trilogy? Naked Gun
In film, the actor Robert Duvall played the role of Tom Hagen in two films of which famous trilogy? The Godfather
In film, the British production company ‘Hammer Studios’ were best known for producing films of what genre? Horror
In film, the name of the 1989 romantic comedy that starred Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan as long time friends who fell in love was called ‘When Harry Met ‘ whom? Sally
In film, the original version of the thriller ‘The Thirty-Nine Steps’ was produced in which decade? 1930s
In film, the Shakespearean actor who was featured in ‘The Ladykillers’ and ‘The Man in the White Suit’ was Sir Alec who? Guinness
In film, what ‘S’ is the name given to cheaply made westerns, filmed in Italy or Spain? Spaghetti
In film, what ‘T’ is used to entice you to go and see the film it is advertising? Trailer
In film, what 1973 Martin Scorsese crime drama starred Robert De Niro and was set in New York City’s Little Italy? Mean Streets
In film, what 1974 Mel Brooks comedy, shot in black and white, starred Gene Wilder: ‘Young ‘ what? Frankenstein
In film, what Christopher first played the part of Superman in 1978? Reeve
In film, what city is terrorized by Dracula in the 1972 movie ‘The Night Stalker’? Las Vegas
In film, what family name is shared by the actors Sir John, Hayley and Juliet? Mills
In film, what family name is shared by the actors Vanessa, Lynn and Michael? Redgrave
In film, what is the first name of the character in the title of the 1998 film ‘Saving Private Ryan’? James
In film, what is the first name of the character in the title of the 1999 film ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’? Tom
In film, what is the first name of the French director ‘Truffaut’? Francois
In film, what is the first name of the Italian director Fellini? Federico
In film, what is the name of Andie MacDowell’s character in the 1994 movie ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’: Carrie or Kelly? Carrie
In film, what is the name of James Caan’s character in the 1990 movie ‘Misery’: Paul or Peter? Paul
In film, what is the name of the 1996 romantic comedy that starred Michelle Pfeiffer and George Clooney as divorced parents who find love? One Fine Day
In film, what is the name of the 2001 sequel to ‘The Silence of the Lambs’? Hannibal
In film, what is the name of the actor who played the character ‘Dirty Harry’? Clint Eastwood
In film, what is the name of the American actress famous for her roles in ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ and ‘Contact’? Jodie Foster
In film, what is the real first name of the actor Brad Pitt: William or Shawn? William
In film, what is the surname of the American actress who starred in the films ‘Alien’ and ‘Gorillas in the Mist’? Weaver
In film, what nationality is the actor Albert Finney? English
In film, what nationality is the actor Geoffrey Rush? Australian
In film, what Oscar-winning actress played the terminally ill Armande in ‘Chocolat’? Judi Dench
In film, what term was originally used by French critics to describe films with a dark, fatalistic tone: ‘Film ‘ what’? Noir
In film, what was the 1997 film starring Jim Carrey that had the tagline ‘Trust Me’? Liar Liar
In film, what was the first name of the comedian Costello from Abbott and Costello? Lou
In film, what was the name of character played by Courtney Cox in the ‘Scream’ films: ‘Gale ‘ what? Weathers
In film, what was the name of Quentin Tarantino’s directorial debut? Reservoir Dogs
In film, what was the name of the 1992 sequel to ‘The Hunt for Red October’? Patriot Games
In film, what was the name of the year 2000 sequel to ‘One Hundred and One Dalmatians’? 102 Dalmatians
In film, what was the stage name of Frederick Austerlitz, who died in 1987? Fred Astaire
In film, what was the stage name of the comic Roscoe Arbuckle who died in 1933? Fatty Arbuckle
In film, what was the title of actor Steve McQueen’s last film, ‘The ‘ what? Hunter
In film, what were the names of the teenagers who first had an ‘Excellent Adventure’, and then a ‘Bogus Journey’? Bill and Ted
In film, which ‘Charlie’s Angels’ actress also starred in ‘The Mask’? Cameron Diaz
In film, which ‘Indiana Jones’ film was released first: Last Crusade or Raiders of the Lost Ark? Raiders
In film, which 1999 thriller starring Bruce Willis had the tagline ‘Not every gift is a blessing’? The Sixth Sense
In film, which 1999 thriller starring Keanu Reeves had the tagline ‘Believe the Unbelievable’? The Matrix
In film, which action star is the nephew of director Francis Ford Coppola? Nicolas Cage
In film, which actor co-starred with Vivien Leigh in the 1951 film ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’? Marlon Brando
In film, which actor played Ashley Wilkes in the 1939 film ‘Gone with the Wind’? Leslie Howard
In film, which actor played Captain Bligh in the 1962 film version of ‘Mutiny on the Bounty’? Trevor Howard
In film, which actor played Hawkeye Pierce in the original ‘M*A*S*H’ film? Don Sutherland
In film, which actor played the character Riff Raff in the cult film ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’? Richard O’Brien
In film, which actor played the devil in ‘Damn Yankees’? Ray Walston
In film, which actor played the role of ‘Captain Ahab’ in the 1956 film adaptation of Melville’s novel ‘Moby Dick’? Gregory Peck
In film, which actor played the title role in the 1989 film ‘Batman’? Michael Keaton
In film, which actor starred in both ‘Smokey And The Bandit’ and ‘Boogie Nights’? Burt Reynolds
In film, which actor starred in both ‘Wall Street’ and ‘The Game’? Michael Douglas
In film, which actor was known as ‘The Duke’? John Wayne
In film, which actress played ‘Private Benjamin’ in the film of the same name? Goldie Hawn
In film, which actress played the title role in the 1966 science fiction film ‘Barbarella’? Jane Fonda
In film, which actress played the title role in the 2000 drama ‘Erin Brockovich’? Julia Roberts
In film, which actress starred in the films ‘Hannah and Her Sisters’ and ‘Crimes and Misdemeanors’? Mia Farrow
In film, which actress was born Frances Gumm in 1922? Judy Garland
In film, which actress was the wife of Tom Cruise when she appeared in ‘To Die For’ and ‘Eyes Wide Shut’? Nicole Kidman
In film, which American actor played the sheriff Will Kane in the 1952 western ‘High Noon’? Gary Cooper
In film, which British actor appeared as Lord Andrew Lindsay in ‘Chariots of Fire’ and as Dr. Rawlins in ‘Empire of the Sun’? Nigel Havers
In film, which British actress played Juliet in Franco Zeferilli’s 1968 film ‘Romeo and Juliet’? Olivia Hussey
In film, which brother did Dan Aykroyd play in the 1980s comedy ‘The Blues Brothers’: Jake or Elwood? Elwood
In film, which character spoke the first words in the first of the ‘Star Wars’ films to be released? C3PO
In film, which classic Hitchcock thriller featured the character Norman Bates? Psycho
In film, which classically trained actor played a paranoid insurance clerk in ‘Kafka’? Jeremy Irons
In film, which comedian played several members of the Klump family in the 2000 sequel to ‘The Nutty Professor’? Eddie Murphy
In film, which comedy brothers starred in the 1931 film ‘Monkey Business’? Marx
In film, which comedy brothers starred in the 1935 film ‘A Night at the Opera’? Marx
In film, which cowboy actor had a horse called Trigger? Roy Rogers
In film, which English born actress was nominated for an Oscar for her portrayal of ‘Shirley Valentine’? Pauline Collins
In film, which famous actor starred in ‘High Noon’ in 1952 and ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’ in 1943? Gary Cooper
In film, which famous actor starred in ‘Philadelphia’ and ‘Forrest Gump’? Tom Hanks
In film, which famous American singer played Loretta in the 1987 romantic comedy ‘Moonstruck’? Cher
In film, which famous British horror actor appeared in the 1965 film ‘Doctor Who and the Daleks’? Peter Cushing
In film, which famous singer played characters called Clint Reno, Chad Gates and Lucky Jackson? Elvis Presley
In film, which famous singer was nominated for an Oscar for ‘Silkwood’? Cher
In film, which historical American general has been played by, amongst others, Ronald Reagan, Errol Flynn, Leslie Nielsen and Robert Shaw? Custer
In film, which inspector did Matthew Broderick play in the 1999 comedy based on a children’s cartoon series? Gadget
In film, which Irish playwright did Stephen Fry portray in a 1997 film? Oscar Wilde
In film, which Kate starred in the 1997 film ‘Titanic’? Winslet
In film, which legendary outlaw has been played by, amongst others, Patrick Bergin, John Cleese, Sean Connery and Kevin Costner? Robin Hood
In film, which motion picture was the sequel to ‘Alien’? Aliens
In film, which Rudolph, born in 1895, was known as ‘The Great Lover’? Valentino
In film, which Scottish actor starred alongside Eric Idle in the 1990 comedy thriller ‘Nuns on the Run’? Robbie Coltrane
In film, which Scottish actor starred as John Patrick Mason in the 1996 action thriller ‘The Rock’? Sean Connery
In film, which sort of card was featured in the title of the 1990 film starring Gerard Depardieu? Green
In film, which star of ‘The Electric Horsemen’ made his debut as a director in 1980 with ‘Ordinary People’? Robert Redford
In film, which star of ‘The Magnificent Seven’ was also in ‘The Dirty Dozen’? Charles Bronson
In film, which star of ‘The Untouchables’ made his debut as a director in 1993 with ‘A Bronx Tale’? Robert De Niro
In film, which star of the 1988 film ‘A Fish Called Wanda’ also wrote the screenplay? John Cleese
In film, which U.S. actor was born John Charlton Carter in 1924? Charlton Heston
In film, who appeared as Red in ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ and as William Somerset in ‘Seven’? Morgan Freeman
In film, who co-stars with Michelle Pfeiffer in the film thriller ‘What Lies Beneath’? Harrison Ford
In film, who did Geena Davis play in the 1991 film ‘Thelma and Louise’: Thelma or Louise? Thelma
In film, who directed ‘Bugsy’, ‘Rain Man’ and ‘Sleepers’? Barry Levinson
In film, who directed ‘Full Metal Jacket’, ‘Dr Strangelove’ and ‘A Clockwork Orange’? Stanley Kubrick
In film, who directed ‘Midnight Express’, ‘Fame’ and ‘Evita’? Alan Parker
In film, who directed ‘Spartacus’, ‘A Clockwork Orange’ and ‘2001 – A Space Odyssey’? Stanley Kubrick
In film, who directed and won an Academy Award for the film ‘Reds’? Warren Beatty
In film, who directed Marilyn Monroe in ‘Some Like it Hot’? Billy Wilder
In film, who directed Mia Farrow in ‘Rosemary’s Baby’? Roman Polanski
In film, who directed the ‘Death Wish’ series of movies? Michael Winner
In film, who directed the 1938 comedy thriller ‘The Lady Vanishes’? Hitchcock
In film, who directed the 1939 western ‘Stagecoach’: John Ford or John Vauxhall? John Ford
In film, who directed the 1960 epic ‘Spartacus’? Stanley Kubrick
In film, who directed the 1963 film ‘The Birds’? Hitchcock
In film, who directed the 1965 classic ‘The Sound of Music’: George Cukor or Robert Wise? Robert Wise
In film, who directed the films ‘Cocoon’, ‘Backdraft’ and ‘Apollo 13’? Ron Howard
In film, who directed the movie ‘Saving Private Ryan’: Steven Spielberg or Stanley Kubrick? Spielberg
In film, who directed the movies ‘She’s Gotta Have It’ and ‘Malcolm X’? Spike Lee
In film, who directed the Oscar winning ‘American Beauty’? Sam Mendes
In film, who played ‘Bullitt’ in the 1968 detective movie of the same name? Steve McQueen
In film, who played ‘Cool Hand Luke’ in the 1967 prison movie of the same name? Paul Newman
In film, who played ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ in ‘Star Wars: Episode One – The Phantom Menace’? Ewan McGregor
In film, who played ‘The Millionairess’ in the 1960 comedy? Sophia Loren
In film, who played Breathless Mahoney in the 1990 movie ‘Dick Tracy’? Madonna
In film, who played Dr. Norman Spencer in the Year 2000 thriller ‘What Lies Beneath’? Harrison Ford
In film, who played Grace Stamper in the 1999 movie ‘Armageddon’, and is the daughter of a member of the band that played four songs on the soundtrack? Liv Tyler
In film, who played Philip Marlowe in the 1946 film ‘The Big Sleep’? Humphrey Bogart
In film, who played the character Han Solo in the original Star Wars trilogy? Harrison Ford
In film, who played the character of Elwood Blues in the cult film ‘The Blues Brothers’? Dan Aykroyd
In film, who played the cockney chimney sweep in ‘Mary Poppins’? Dick Van Dyke
In film, who played the grown up Peter Pan in the 1991 film ‘Hook’? Robin Williams
In film, who played the lead in the 2001 war drama ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’? Nicolas Cage
In film, who played the lead role of Jack Torrance in the 1980 horror movie, ‘The Shining’? Jack Nicholson
In film, who played the lead role of Norman Bates in the 1960 thriller ‘Psycho’? Anthony Perkins
In film, who played the part of Ben Hur in the 1959 movie of the same name? Heston
In film, who played the young Obi-Wan Kenobi in the 1999 ‘Star Wars’ prequel ‘The Phantom Menace’? Ewan McGregor
In film, who starred as Catherine Trammell in the 1992 thriller ‘Basic Instinct’? Sharon Stone
In film, who starred as Fletcher Reede in the 1997 comedy ‘Liar Liar’? Jim Carrey
In film, who starred as Lieutenant Frank Drebin in the ‘Naked Gun’ trilogy? Leslie Nielsen
In film, who starred with Barbra Streisand in the 1991 romantic drama ‘Prince of Tides’? Nick Nolte
In film, who starred with Susan Sarandon in the 1991 film ‘Thelma and Louise’? Geena Davis
In film, who was the female star in Hitchcock’s 1963 film ‘The Birds’? Tippi Hedren
In film, who won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in ‘Shakespeare in Love’ in 1998? Gwyneth Paltrow
In film, who won an Oscar for Best Actor for his role in ‘Silence of the Lambs’ in 1992? Anthony Hopkins
In film, Whoopi Goldberg starred as a medium in which 1990 production? Ghost
In film, with what type of picture are Jerry Bruckheimer films particularly associated? Action
In films, what ‘D’ features the tune ‘Dueling Banjos’? Deliverance
In films, what is the surname of the American film director Oliver , who was born in 1946? Stone
In finance, ERM stands for the ‘Exchange Rate ‘ what? Mechanism
In finance, for what does ‘E’ stand for in F.I.N.C.E.N. ? Enforcement
In finance, in which European city is the oldest Stock Exchange? Amsterdam
In finance, S&P stands for the ‘Standard and ‘ what? Poor’s
In finance, someone who is an IFA is an ‘independent financial ‘ what? Advisor
In finance, stocks of established companies which have a history of being safe and profitable are called ‘Blue ‘ what? Chip
In finance, the World Bank Group is headquartered in what U.S. city? Washington
In finance, what ‘M’ can be Fixed, Capped, Discounted or Variable Rate? Mortgage
In finance, what ‘S’ are Dow Jones, Nasdaq and Hang Seng? Stock Markets
In finance, what does the ‘A’ stand for in ‘APR’? Annual
In finance, what does the ‘C’ stand for in FDIC ? Corporation
In finance, what does the ‘P’ stand for G.N.P.? Product
In finance, what does the ‘P’ stand for in ‘APR’? Percentage
In finance, what does the ‘R’ in the United Nations organization IBRD stand? Reconstruction
In fishing, what ‘C’ is the special basket used by fishermen to hold their catch? Creel
In fishing, which size of hook is the larger: one or twenty? 1
In Florida, is Daytona Beach north or south of Orlando? North
In flowering plants, what ‘A’ is the part of the stamen that produces pollen? Anther
In flowering plants, what ‘P’ is the transfer of pollen grains from stamens to stigmas? Pollination
In folklore, a mermaid is part woman and part what? Fish
In folklore, a Sphinx is part man and part what? Lion
In folklore, if a black cat crosses your path, what will it bring you? Bad Luck
In folklore, Jack who is said to trace the patterns left on leaves and windows on frozen mornings? Frost
In folklore, little girls are said to be made of ‘what and spice and all things nice’? Sugar
In folklore, the Yeti, which is said to live in the Himalayan Mountains, is also known as the ‘Abominable ‘ what? Snowman
In folklore, what ‘G’ is traditionally depicted imprisoned within a bottle or lamp and capable of granting wishes when summoned? Genie
In folklore, what ‘P’ can be described as a sprite or fairy? Pixie
In folklore, where did leprechauns hide their pot of gold: at the end of a ” what ? Rainbow
In folklore, which outlaw was associated with Sherwood Forest? Robin Hood
In folklore, who is the king of the elves and fairies? Oberon
In food and drink, what ‘A’ is the very strong liqueur flavored with wormwood? Absinthe
In food and drink, what ‘S’ is a Japanese alcoholic drink made from fermented rice? Sake
In food and drink, what type of flavor does the liqueur ouzo have? Aniseed
In food and drink, which berry is used to give gin its flavor? Juniper
In food what large bird is commonly cooked at Christmas? Turkey
In food, ‘Allium Cepa’ is the Latin name for which type of vegetable? Onion
In food, ‘Baked Beans’ are normally made from which type of bean? Haricot
In food, ‘Beluga’ is said to be the best type of which delicacy? Caviar
In food, ‘Biltong’, made from strips of sun-dried meat, is a traditional delicacy of which country? South Africa
In food, ‘Brussels’ are a variety of which vegetable? Sprouts
In food, ‘Burnt Cream’ is the literal translation from French of which rich dessert? Crme Brle
In food, ‘Cornelian’ and ‘Morello’ are varieties of which Fruit? Cherry
In food, ‘Devils-on-Horseback’ is a savory snack consisting of prunes or plums wrapped in what meat? Bacon
In food, ‘dolmas’ is a Middle Eastern dish of meat and rice wrapped in what? Grape Leaves
In food, ‘Escargot’ is a dish associated with which country? France
In food, ‘Formaggio’ is the Italian name for which pizza ingredient? Cheese
In food, ‘Frogs Legs’ is a dish mostly associated with the cuisine of which country? France
In food, ‘Funghi’ is the Italian name for what? Mushrooms
In food, ‘Fusilli’ and ‘Farfalle’ are both types of what? Pasta
In food, ‘goulash’ is a type of what? Stew
In food, ‘Guacamole’ is made from which type of fruit? Avocado
In food, ‘Heirloom’ and ‘Sweet 100’ are varieties of which fruit? Tomato
In food, ‘Honeycomb’ and ‘Blanket’ are varieties of which kind of organ meat? Tripe
In food, ‘Jargonelle’ and ‘Winter Nelis’ are both types of what fruit? Pear
In food, ‘Love Apple’ is an old name for what? Tomato
In food, ‘Olivet’, ‘Pourly’ and ‘Beaufort’ are all types of what? Cheese
In food, ‘Opal’, ‘Early Rivers’ and ‘Purple Pershore’ are all varieties of which fruit? Plum
In food, ‘Oyster’ and ‘Field’ are types of what? Mushrooms
In food, ‘Pilau’ is a type of what? Rice
In food, ‘raita’ is a dish in which country’s cuisine? India
In food, ‘Reuben’, ‘Club’ and ‘Dagwood’ are all types of what? Sandwich
In food, ‘salami’ originates from which country? Italy
In food, ‘Solernum tuberosum’ is the Latin name for which type of vegetable? Potato
In food, ‘Sushi’, a dish consisting of rice and raw fish, is a traditional delicacy of which country? Japan
In food, ‘Tangerine’ and ‘Mandarin’ are types of which fruit? Orange
In food, ‘Whitebait’ is a type of what creature? Fish
In food, a ‘Bratwurst’ is a type of which meat product? Sausage
In food, a ‘cruller’ is a type of what? Doughnut
In food, a ‘Wiener Schnitzel’ is what kind of meat? Veal
In food, a ‘wiener’ is a type of what? Sausage
In food, a deficiency of calcium may result in which disease in children? Rickets
In food, a dish made primarily of melted cheddar cheese and ale is known as ‘Welsh ‘ what? Rarebit
In food, a dish of ice cream and peaches with liqueur or sauce is named after Australian opera singer Dame Nellie who? Melba
In food, a frankfurter is a type of what? Sausage
In food, a Macintosh is what variety of fruit? Apple
In food, a plantain is a cooking variety of which fruit? Banana
In food, a Saveloy is a type of what? Sausage
In food, a savory snack primarily made with toast and melted cheese is known as a Welsh what? Rarebit
In food, a shallot is a small member of which family of vegetables? Onion
In food, a Yukon Gold is a member of which family of vegetables? Potato
In food, an Eclair is a type of what? Pastry
In food, Angels on Horseback are what ‘O’ wrapped in bacon? Oysters
In food, Angels-on-Horseback are a savory snack consisting of which food wrapped in bacon? Oysters
In food, are onions root vegetables or edible bulbs? Edible Bulbs
In food, are peppercorns a type of seed or berry? Berry
In food, Blini are stuffed pancakes from which country? Russia
In food, Boursin is a type of what? Cheese
In food, by what initials is monosodium glutamate better known? MSG
In food, Cambridge Favorite, Royal Sovereign and Talisman are all varieties of what? Strawberry
In food, chefs in Japan must have a government certificate to prepare which fish, as parts of it are toxic? Puffer Fish
In food, chefs in which country must have a government certificate to prepare Puffer Fish, as parts of it are toxic? Japan
In food, chicle, the coagulated milky juice of the sapodilla tree, is used as the principal ingredient for which children’s confectionery item? Chewing Gum
In food, chop suey originated in which country? America
In food, Coriander is a type of what? Spice
In food, do vegetables make up the raw ingredients of the appetizer called ‘crudit’: yes or no? Yes
In food, does rice paper actually come from the rice plant? No
In food, Edam and Roquefort are both types of what ‘C’? Cheese
In food, Emmental and Gruyere are both types of what? Cheese
In food, feta is a type of what? Cheese
In food, for what area in France is famous for bubbly alcohol? Champagne
In food, for which ingredient does the ‘B’ stand in a BLT sandwich? Bacon
In food, for which type of vegetable do we use a French name that means ‘little peas’? Petit Pois
In food, from the young of which animal do we obtain the meat veal? Cow
In food, from what flower does the spice ‘saffron’ come? Crocus
In food, from which continent do Bhuna dishes originate? Asia
In food, from which continent do Satay dishes originate? Asia
In food, from which country did the dish Biryani originate? India
In food, from which country did the dish Dopiaza originate? India
In food, from which country do ‘Pakoras’ originate? India
In food, from which country do ‘Tortillas’ originate? Mexico
In food, from which country does Bratwurst originate? Germany
In food, from which country does fondue originate? Switzerland
In food, from which country does Taramasalata originate? Greece
In food, from which country does the Jalapeno chili originate? Mexico
In food, from which country does the rice dish Kedgeree originate? India
In food, from which country does the tortilla originate? Mexico
In food, from which country does the white cheese Feta originate: Italy or Greece? Greece
In food, from which country does Wienerwurst come? Germany
In food, gazpacho is a Spanish type of what? Soup
In food, Golden Delicious and Granny Smith are varieties of which fruit? Apple
In food, Gorgonzola and Mozzarella are types of what? Cheese
In food, gouda and raclette are both types of what ‘C’? Cheese
In food, Granny Smith, Golden Delicious and Cox’s Orange Pippin are all kinds of what? Apple
In food, ham and bacon are both traditionally meat products from which animal? Pig
In food, Honeydew, Water and Cantaloupe are all varieties of which fruit? Melon
In food, how are ‘roma’ tomatoes more commonly known? Plum Tomatoes
In food, how is sodium chloride better known? Salt
In food, how many legs has a Bombay Duck? 0
In food, if a person is said to be lactose intolerant, they are allergic to which type of food? Dairy
In food, if you don’t like tomatoes, should you order alfredo or bolognese sauce? Alfredo
In food, if you ordered ‘Gnocchi’ in an Italian restaurant what would you expect? Dumplings
In food, if you ordered a Pastrami on rye sandwich what sort of meat would you be eating? Beef
In food, Irish Moss, Kelp and Laver are types of which edible algae? Seaweed
In food, is ‘Fennel’ a member of the celery or cabbage family? Celery
In food, is ‘herring’ fish or beef? Fish
In food, is ‘Porterhouse’ a type of steak or pie? Steak
In food, is ‘Rib-Eye’ a type of steak or sausage? Steak
In food, is ‘Salmagundi’ served hot or cold? Cold
In food, is ‘salsify’ a type of vegetable or sugar? Vegetable
In food, is ‘sirloin’ a cut of beef or pork? Beef
In food, is ‘tagliolini’ a pasta or a spice? Pasta
In food, is a ‘Granny Smith’ an apple or a pear? Apple
In food, is a ‘vol-au-vent’ made of pastry? Yes
In food, is a champagne that is labeled ‘Sec’ dry or sweet? Dry
In food, is a flitch a salted and cured side of a cow or a pig? Pig
In food, is a lychee a fruit or a vegetable? Fruit
In food, is a melon a fruit or a vegetable? Fruit
In food, is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable? Fruit
In food, is an ‘orange pippin’ an orange? No
In food, is an Aperitif drunk before or after a meal? Before
In food, is brisket a cut of beef, pork or turkey? Beef
In food, is cranberry sauce a traditional accompaniment to beef or turkey? Turkey
In food, is gorgonzola a type of cheese or sausage? Cheese
In food, is Hummus Middle Eastern or French? Middle Eastern
In food, is jaggery a type of vegetable or sugar? Sugar
In food, is Lasagna a pasta or a spice? Pasta
In food, is lemon grass a vegetable or a herb? Herb
In food, is pastrami a form of pasta or meat? Meat
In food, is soy sauce produced from soybeans? Yes
In food, Jaffa and Mandarin are types of which fruit? Orange
In food, King Edward, Desiree and Maris Piper are all types of which root vegetable? Potato
In food, Kleftiko originates in which country? Greece
In food, Marasco and Morello are types of which fruit? Cherry
In food, Milano Salami originates in which country? Italy
In food, mint sauce is traditionally served with which meat? Lamb
In food, name the Italian semi-soft rice cheese with blue veins running through it? Gorgonzola
In food, pepitas are the edible seeds of which large round orange vegetable? Pumpkin
In food, pepperoni is what type of meat product? Sausage
In food, pimento is the Spanish word for which type of fruit that is used as a vegetable? Pepper
In food, prunes are made by drying what fruit? Plums
In food, pt de foie gras is a pt made from the liver of which bird beginning with G? Goose
In food, pumpernickel is a type of what? Bread
In food, red wine is a beverage made from the fermentation of which fruit’s juice? Grape
In food, rennin is an additive often used in the manufacture of which dairy product? Cheese
In food, risotto is a dish associated with which country? Italy
In food, sauerkraut is a dish mostly associated with the cuisine of which country? Germany
In food, Sauerkraut is which vegetable pickled? Cabbage
In food, sirloin is a cut of what kind of meat: beef, lamb or pork? Beef
In food, sugar that is unrefined or only partially refined is commonly described as what color? Brown
In food, Sushi originated in which country? Japan
In food, Tandoori cuisine is most associated with which country? India
In food, the cauliflower is a form of which vegetable? Cabbage
In food, the delicacy ‘Smores’ refers to graham crackers, chocolate and what? Marshmallow
In food, the dishes vermicelli, lasagna, linguini and farfalle are all different types of what? Pasta
In food, the eggs of which type of animal are known as roe? Fish
In food, the French delicacy ‘Escargot’ is what type of dish? Snails
In food, the French delicacy ‘Moules Mariniere’ is what type of dish? Mussels
In food, the French town of Roquefort is famous for the production of what? Cheese
In food, the name of which Goanese dish of pork, potatoes, chili and vinegar is now a term applied to very hot curry? Vindaloo
In food, the Scandinavian dish ‘Gravadlax’ is made from which fish? Salmon
In food, the word ‘Schnitzel’ derives from which language? German
In food, TVP is a meat substitute. For what does the initial ‘T’ stand? Textured
In food, Veal comes from which young animal? Calf
In food, venison is meat from which animal? Deer
In food, what ‘A’ is a jelly made from gelatin and either meat, fish or vegetable stock? Aspic
In food, what ‘A’ is a type of vegetable with species called ‘Jerusalem’ and ‘Globe’? Artichoke
In food, what ‘A’ is the name given to the savory jelly used to hold together or garnish dishes? Aspic
In food, what ‘B’ is a bunch of herbs, encased in a muslin bag, used for flavoring soups and stews? Bouquet Garni
In food, what ‘B’ is a member of the cabbage family, similar to the cauliflower, except with a green head? Broccoli
In food, what ‘B’ is a mixing machine used to liquidize, chop and puree? Blender
In food, what ‘B’ is a term for a meal taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch? Brunch
In food, what ‘B’ is the common name widely applied to many plants of the Legume family? Bean
In food, what ‘B’ is the cut of meat taken from the breastbone of an animal? Brisket
In food, what ‘B’ is the meaty filling in a BLT sandwich? Bacon
In food, what ‘C’ is a dessert sauce usually made from pureed and sieved fruit? Coulis
In food, what ‘C’ is a dried, seedless, black grape? Currant
In food, what ‘C’ is a folded pizza that takes its name from the Italian for ‘trouser leg’? Calzone
In food, what ‘C’ is a North African pasta made of crushed and steamed semolina? Couscous
In food, what ‘C’ is a small variety of zucchini? Courgette
In food, what ‘C’ is a stimulant alkaloid found in coffee and tea? Caffeine
In food, what ‘C’ is a traditional British food partner to fish? Chips
In food, what ‘C’ is an organic compound of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen found in starch, glucose and similar substances? Carbohydrate
In food, what ‘C’ is fruit stewed or cooked in syrup? Compote
In food, what ‘C’ is the French term for burnt sugar? Caramel
In food, what ‘C’ is the name given to small pieces of fried bread often served with soup? Croutons
In food, what ‘C’ is the spice taken from the bark of a south-east Asian tree? Cinnamon
In food, what ‘D’ is a cream of cauliflower soup? Dubarry
In food, what ‘D’ is a type of blue cheese? Danish
In food, what ‘G’ is a dish of boned and stuffed fish or meat served covered in aspic? Galantine
In food, what ‘G’ is a type of stew of meat and vegetables highly seasoned with paprika? Goulash
In food, what ‘H’ is a Middle Eastern dish consisting of pureed chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon? Hummus
In food, what ‘M’ gives blue or green cheese its color? Mold
In food, what ‘M’ is a confection made from ground almonds and sugar? Marzipan
In food, what ‘M’ is a dressing named after the Mediterranean island capital where it was first made? Mayonnaise
In food, what ‘M’ is a general term for a poor dietary condition, in which the body becomes too weak to function properly? Malnutrition
In food, what ‘M’ is a thick paste made from ground almonds and sugar? Marzipan
In food, what ‘M’ is a thick, brown syrup obtained from sugar during refining? Molasses
In food, what ‘M’ is the spice made from the dried covering of the nutmeg? Mace
In food, what ‘N’ is a smooth-skinned relative of the peach with a plum-like flavor and flesh? Nectarine
In food, what ‘N’ is a sweet, originating from France, made from almonds and honey? Nougat
In food, what ‘N’ is an Asian unleavened bread? Naan
In food, what ‘N’ is the study of the composition of diets and the effects of dietary deficiency? Nutrition
In food, what ‘O’ are Whitstable and Colchester famous for? Oyster
In food, what ‘P’ is a collection of nuts with caramelized sugar, used in desserts and as a chocolate filling? Praline
In food, what ‘P’ is a large round variety of squash with orange skin and flesh? Pumpkin
In food, what ‘P’ is a Middle Eastern flat bread with a hollow pocket? Pita
In food, what ‘P’ is a type of banana? Plantain
In food, what ‘P’ is a type of nutrient mainly found in nuts, meat, and dairy products? Protein
In food, what ‘P’ is a variety of pasta that means ‘quills’ in Italian? Penne
In food, what ‘P’ is the name given to a dough made from Durum wheat and used in Italian cooking? Pasta
In food, what ‘P’ is the name given to the white inner skin of a citrus fruit such as an orange? Pith
In food, what ‘P’ is the name if the fruit from which jack-o’-lanterns are carved? Pumpkin
In food, what ‘R’ is a roasting spit used to cook meat? Rotisserie
In food, what ‘R’ is a savory side-dish made from chopped pickles? Relish
In food, what ‘R’ is a yogurt-based salad? Raita
In food, what ‘R’ is an alternative term for dietary fiber? Roughage
In food, what ‘S’ are the seeds often sprinkled on hamburger buns? Sesame
In food, what ‘S’ is a cheese which takes its name from a town in Cambridgeshire in the British Isles? Stilton
In food, what ‘S’ is a German dish of pickled cabbage? Sauerkraut
In food, what ‘S’ is a small wild onion that can be pickled or used in cooking? Shallot
In food, what ‘S’ is a small, loose skinned orange of the Tangerine family? Satsuma
In food, what ‘S’ is a source of caviar? Sturgeon
In food, what ‘S’ is the home of the haggis? Scotland
In food, what ‘S’ is traditionally connected with the Wimbledon tennis championships? Strawberries
In food, what ‘V’ is a form of pasta that takes its name from the Italian for ‘Little Worms’? Vermicelli
In food, what ‘V’ is another name for Italian Dressing? Vinaigrette
In food, what ‘W’ is the name given to a square crisp pancake with a grid-like pattern? Waffle
In food, what ‘Y’ is a semi-solid dairy product usually made from milk fermented with bacteria? Yogurt
In food, what ‘Y’ is a substance used for making bread rise? Yeast
In food, what ‘Y’ is an agent used in baking bread? Yeast
In food, what ‘Y’ is used for raising dough for bread? Yeast
In food, what ‘Z’ is the outermost skin layer of citrus fruits? Zest
In food, what are Basil and Tarragon? Herbs
In food, what are pecans and pistachios? Nuts
In food, what besides water is the main ingredient in the broth of the Polish soup called Czarnina? Duck Blood
In food, what cake is traditionally eaten on Easter Sunday: Simnel Cake or Hot Cross Buns? Simnel Cake
In food, what cheese is traditionally used on pizza? Mozzarella
In food, what cheese was originally made from buffalo milk? Mozzarella
In food, what color is the condiment called Dijon mustard? Brown
In food, what color is the condiment known as English mustard? Yellow
In food, what color is the flesh of a ripe cantaloupe melon? Orange
In food, what color is the French wine claret: red or white? Red
In food, what color is the German wine ‘Hock’? White
In food, what color is the spice Turmeric? Yellow
In food, what color is the yolk of an egg? Yellow
In food, what colour is the dye ‘cochineal’? Red
In food, what do the British refer to as ‘Crisps’? Potato Chips
In food, what does the ‘M’ stand for in the food additive MSG? Mono
In food, what fruit juice is mixed with champagne to make a Mimosa? Orange
In food, what is a cheese that tops a Greek salad? Feta
In food, what is a Rum Baba: a cake or a drink? Cake
In food, what is a type of tart filled with eggs and a variety of meats or vegetables? Quiche
In food, what is a variety of breakfast cereal that goes ‘Snap, Crackle, Pop’? Rice Krispies
In food, what is a variety of winter apple with a rough reddish-brown skin? Russet
In food, what is pancetta: a type of bacon or bread? Bacon
In food, what is the dish made of the liver, heart, and lungs of a sheep, all chopped and mixed with beef or mutton suet and oatmeal? Haggis
In food, what is the main ingredient in the Greek dish ‘Taramasalata’? Cod Roe
In food, what is the main ingredient of the German dish Sauerkraut? Cabbage
In food, what is the main meat ingredient in the dish ‘Wiener Schnitzel’? Veal
In food, what is the name given in the United States to the confection the English call Candy Floss? Cotton Candy
In food, what is the name given to a light fluffy mass of spun sugar usually held on a stick? Cotton Candy
In food, what is the name of meat from the flesh of young cows or calves? Veal
In food, what is the name of the dessert that shares its name with a household cleaning tool? Sponge Cake
In food, what is the popular name for an apple that is dipped in boiled and colored sugar-syrup and left to set? Caramel Apple
In food, what is the popular name for sugar finely spun into a pink puffy cloud and generally served on a paper cone? Cotton Candy
In food, what is the primary fruit used to make cider vinegar? Apples
In food, what is the primary fruit used to make the alcoholic drink ‘Perry’? Pear
In food, what is the principal ingredient of the Spanish dish Paella? Rice
In food, what is traditionally eaten on Passover by people of the Jewish faith: matzo or biscuits? Matzo
In food, what kind of bean is often served as an appetizer in a Sushi restaurant? Soy
In food, what kind of bird has been served if you are eating ‘squab’? Pigeon
In food, what kind of seeds are often found in rye bread? Caraway
In food, what letters represent the U.S. organization in which you would submit a petition for a food additive approval? FDA
In food, what name is given to a person who will eat no food of animal origin? Vegan
In food, what name is given to a round cake of pastry which is filled with a currant mixture? Eccles
In food, what name is given to the pickled roe of sturgeon eaten as a delicacy? Caviar
In food, what name is given to the ring-shaped bread roll that is boiled before it is baked? Bagel
In food, what name is given to triangular pastries fried in ghee or oil containing spiced vegetables or meat used in Indian Cooking? Samosas
In food, what name is given to young pilchards that are normally sold in tins? Sardines
In food, what pie is traditionally served on Thanksgiving in the United States? Pumpkin
In food, what pudding is the traditional accompaniment to roast beef? Yorkshire
In food, what sauce is made especially of fresh basil, garlic, oil, pine nuts and grated cheese? Pesto
In food, what sauce is the traditional accompaniment to roast pork? Apple
In food, what sort of animal is a ‘Skipper’? Fish
In food, what type of beans are baked beans manufactured with? Haricot
In food, what type of drink is ‘Beaujolais’? Wine
In food, what type of flavor does the vegetable ‘Fennel’ have? Aniseed
In food, what type of fruit is a ‘plantain’? Banana
In food, what type of fruit is traditionally eaten at half-time during soccer matches? Oranges
In food, what type of meat do chitterlings come from? Pork
In food, what type of meat is usually associated with horseradish sauce? Beef
In food, what type of pie is traditionally cooked at Thanksgiving? Pumpkin
In food, what type of salad is named after a hotel? Waldorf
In food, what word is used to describe beans, peas and lentils? Pulses
In food, when cream is churned to produce butter, what type of milk is left over? Buttermilk
In food, when would Italians eat an ‘Antipasti’: before or after the main course? Before
In food, where does Mulligatawny soup come from: India or Sri Lanka? India
In food, which ‘K’ is a dish made from balls of minced meat or vegetables and served in Indian restaurants? Kofta
In food, which beverage is made from the distillation of wine or fermented fruit juice? Brandy
In food, which confectionery is derived from the seeds of the cacao tree? Chocolate
In food, which country does Roquefort cheese come from? France
In food, which dairy product is an ingredient in the Greek dish ‘Tzatziki’? Yogurt
In food, which dessert consists of ice cream on a sponge base covered in meringue? Baked Alaska
In food, which dish consists of melted cheese in white wine? Fondue
In food, which fruit is dried to make prunes? Plums
In food, which fruit is dried to make sultanas? Grapes
In food, which fruit of an evergreen tree, usually associated with the Mediterranean, yields an edible oil and can be pickled for eating? Olive
In food, which fruit when dried produces a sultana? Grape
In food, which is the largest citrus fruit commonly available in supermarkets? Grapefruit
In food, which large, orange fleshy fruit is associated with Halloween? Pumpkin
In food, which member of the fish family is smoked to make ‘Lox’? Salmon
In food, which of these is highest in fiber content: prunes, figs or lentils? Figs
In food, which oil is highest in saturated fats: walnut, sesame-seed or palm kernel? Palm Kernel
In food, which peach dessert was named after an Australian opera singer? Peach Melba
In food, which pickle gets its name from a Dutch word meaning small cucumber? Gherkin
In food, which small, sweet, soft, red fruit with a seed-studded surface is associated with the Wimbledon tennis tournament? Strawberries
In food, which sponge cake shares its name with an English queen? Victoria Sponge
In food, which US city is well known for its creole-style cooking, including the stew known as ‘gumbo’? New Orleans
In food, which word normally follows sirloin and t-bone? Steak
In food, who is credited with the creation of Champagne? Benedictines
In food, wild bananas depend on what creature for pollination? Bats
In food, Yorkshire Pudding is traditionally served with which meat? Beef
In football, at what position does Randy Moss play? Receiver
In football, Colts’ Hall of Famer Johnny Unitas was often referred to as ‘Johnny ‘ what? U
In football, for what NFL team did Lawrence Taylor play? Giants
In football, for which championship professional football team did Hall of Famer Bart Starr play? Packers
In football, for which NFL team did Emmitt Smith play in 2000? Cowboys
In football, for which team did Dick Vermeil coach when he won ‘Coach of the Year’ in 2000? Rams
In football, for which team did Johnny Unitas play for 17 years? Colts
In football, how high is the crossbar on the goal post? ten feet
In football, how many players are on the field, from each team, at any one time? 11
In football, how many players from a team are allowed on the field at any one time? 11
In football, how many points is a field goal worth? 3
In football, how many points is a safety worth? 2
In football, how many yards is a team penalized for going offside? 5
In football, how many yards must you gain for a first down?? 10
In football, how many yards need to be gained to get a first down? 10
In football, in what city are the Tennessee Titans based? Nashville
In football, in which city do the Carolina Panthers play? Charlotte
In football, in which month of the year is the Superbowl usually held? January
In football, in which year was first Super Bowl played? 1967
In football, Joe Namath took what team to a Super Bowl victory? Jets
In football, Johnny Unitas finished his career by playing for one year with which team? Chargers
In football, Lawrence Taylor played his entire professional career with what NFL team? Giants
In football, NFL Hall of Famers George Halas and Jim Thorpe played what other professional sport? Baseball
In football, the ‘Gipper’ played for what college team? Notre Dame
In football, Vince Lombardi was the head coach of which team that won the first two Superbowls? Packers
In football, Wellington Mara is best known for his ownership of what NFL team? Giants
In football, what name did the New York Titans adopt in 1963? Jets
In football, what Ohio State player won the Heisman Trophy twice? Archie Griffin
In football, what team won the second Superbowl? Green Bay
In football, what trophy goes to the outstanding U.S. college player of the year? Heisman
In football, when ABC’s Monday Night Football premiered, its 3 original commentators were Howard Cosell, Don Meredith and who? Keith Jackson
In football, where did the Los Angeles Rams move to? St. Louis
In football, which AFL team surprisingly beat the Baltimore Colts 1969 Super Bowl? Jets
In football, which Baltimore Ravens player was named MVP of Super Bowl XXXV? Ray Lewis
In football, which body part is subject to the greatest risk of injury? Knee
In football, which famous Miami Dolphins quarterback retired in the year 2000? Dan Marino
In football, which player hikes the ball? Center
In football, which player received the ‘Immaculate Reception’, Franco Harris or Terry Bradshaw? Franco Harris
In football, which scoring play only yields 2 points: safety, touchdown, field goal or punt? Safety
In football, which team lost the most Super Bowls in the 90s? Buffalo
In football, which team retired the #34 to honor Walter ‘Sweetness’ Payton? Bears
In football, which team was the first to use a soccer-style kicker? Giants
In football, which team was the losing team in the first Superbowl? Chiefs
In football, which team won Super Bowl XXXI in January of 1997 against the Patriots? Packers
In football, which team won the National Football Conference in the season 2000/2001? Giants
In football, which team’s supporters are known as ‘Cheeseheads’? Packers
In football, who has held the NFL record since 1929 for the most points scored in a single game, Ernie Nevers or Red Grange? Ernie Nevers
In football, who played more games for the Miami Dolphins: Dan Marino or Bob Griese? Dan Marino
In football, who was charged with insurance fraud and grand theft for filing false medical insurance claims in May, 2001? Cleveland Gary
In football, who was the first ‘soccer-style’ place kicker? Pete Gogolak
In football, who was the losing team in Superbowl I? Chiefs
In football, who was the MVP of Super Bowl I: Willie Wood or Bart Starr? Starr
In football, who won Super Bowl XXXV in January of 2001? Ravens
In football, who won the Superbowl in 1997 for the first time in 29 years? Packers
In footwear, what ‘P’ is a ballet shoe for standing on the tips of the toes? Point Shoes
In footwear, what ‘S’ is the name given to a high, narrow heel? Stiletto
In Formula One racing, in which country would you find the A1 Ring? Austria
In Formula One racing, in which country would you find the track at Cataluna? Spain
In Formula One racing, in which country would you find the track at Interlagos? Brazil
In Formula One racing, in which country would you find the track at Montreal? Canada
In Formula One, in which country would you find the track at Nurburgring? Germany
In Formula One, in which country would you find the track at Sepang? Malaysia
In France, which city is nearer to the south coast: Lyons or Marseilles? Marseilles
In French fashion, would a Catherinette have made hats or shoes? Hats
In French fashion, would the ‘Directoire Style’ have meant wearing tight breeches or baggy breeches? Tight Breeches

In (G to K…)

In games, what word means to draw in chess? Stalemate
In gardening what ‘S’ is the name given to a leaf-like appendage? Sepal
In gardening, ‘Floribundas’ and ‘American Beauty’ are both types of what flower? Rose
In gardening, a pile of decaying organic material is known as what type of ‘heap’? Compost Heap
In gardening, Michaelmas and Shasta are both types of which flower? Daisy
In gardening, what ‘A’ is a small plot of rented land used for growing vegetables and flowers? Allotment
In gardening, what ‘C’ is decaying plant matter which is used to fertilize other plants? Compost
In gardening, what ‘C’ is the glass cover put over young and tender plants to preserve them from frost? Cloche
In gardening, what ‘G’ are glass sheds which are used to grow tender plants? Greenhouses
In gardening, what ‘G’ is the term used to describe the growth of plant organs in response to gravity? Geotropism
In gardening, what ‘M’ describes the process of protecting the roots of plants by covering them with straw and manure? Mulching
In gardening, what ‘M’ is the name given to substances spread on the ground, such as straw and manure, to protect the roots of plants? Mulch
In gardening, what ‘P’ is the pruning of the young branches of a tree in order to encourage a round bushy head? Pollarding
In gardening, what ‘R’ is a tool used to scrape together dead leaves and to smooth soil? Rake
In gardening, what ‘T’ is a hand tool resembling a small shovel, used by gardeners for lifting plants or soil? Trowel
In gardening, what ‘T’ is the name given to the art of clipping shrubs or trees into ornamental shapes? Topiary
In geography, ‘ME’ is the abbreviation for which U.S. state? Maine
In geography, ‘The Big Apple’ is a nickname for which major metropolis? New York City
In geography, ‘The Kentucky Derby’ is held at what Kentucky race track? Churchill Downs
In geography, ‘The Sargasso Sea’ encompasses which group of British islands in the Atlantic? Bermuda
In geography, a number of large earthquakes have occurred along the San Andreas what? Fault
In geography, according to the 2000 census, what is the only state with a population of fewer than 500,000? Wyoming
In geography, Achill Island is the largest island belonging to which European republic? Ireland
In geography, Addis Ababa is the capital city of which country? Ethiopia
In geography, are the coastal resorts of Kenya on the Atlantic or Indian Ocean? Indian
In geography, are the islands of Majorca and Minorca in the Canaries or the Balearics? Balearics
In geography, are the Isles of Scilly to the south-east or south-west of mainland England? South West
In geography, are the Orkney and Shetland Isles to the north or west of mainland Scotland? North
In geography, are the rivers Arno and Po to be found in Spain or Italy? Italy
In geography, are the Rivers Kolyma and Kuban found in Denmark or Russia? Russia
In geography, are the Western African coastal resorts of the Gambia on the Atlantic or Indian Ocean? Atlantic
In geography, Ascension Island is found in which ocean? Atlantic
In geography, Asia Minor is the historical name for the Asian part of which country? Turkey
In geography, Baghdad is the capital of which country? Iraq
In geography, Balmoral Castle is in which country of the U.K.? Scotland
In geography, Bangladesh is mainly surrounded by which country? India
In geography, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg are known as the what countries: Benelux or Jutland Benelux
In geography, Bergen is in which country? Norway
In geography, Beverly Hills, California, is completely encircled by what other city? Los Angeles
In geography, Bijapur is an ancient city in which Asian country? India
In geography, Bratislava is the capital of which country? Slovakia
In geography, Bridgetown is the capital of which West Indian island? Barbados
In geography, British Columbia is a province of which country? Canada
In geography, by what name is Ceylon now known? Sri Lanka
In geography, by what name is Formosa now known? Taiwan
In geography, by what name is Van Diemens Land better known? Tasmania
In geography, Caen is a city and port in the northwest of which European country? France
In geography, Caracas is the capital of which country? Venezuela
In geography, Carson City is the capital of which American state? Nevada
In geography, Chicago is located on which of the Great Lakes? Michigan
In geography, Christmas Island is surrounded by which ocean? Indian
In geography, Cincinnati, Ohio is situated on which river? Ohio
In geography, Civatavecchia is a city and port in the west of which European country? Italy
In geography, Copacabana Beach is situated by which city? Rio de Janeiro
In geography, Costa Rica is in which part of the Americas: Central America or South America? Central
In geography, Cumbria is a county in which European country? England
In geography, Dacca is the capital of which Asian country? Bangladesh
In geography, do the group of islands known as the Balearics lie off the east or west coast of Spain? East
In geography, does the island of Sark belong to the Scilly Isles or Channel Islands? Channel Islands
In geography, Drake’s Bay is just north of which Californian city? San Francisco
In geography, Easter Island is a dependency of which country? Chile
In geography, established in 1872, which is the first and oldest National Park? Yellowstone
In geography, Falkirk and Stirling are towns in which European country? Scotland
In geography, Formentera and Minorca form part of which group of islands? Balearics
In geography, Freetown is the capital of which African Republic? Sierra Leone
In geography, from which continent do the Dayak people originate? Asia
In geography, Fulani are nomads who live by cattle herding in the west of which continent? Africa
In geography, Granada is a city in which European country? Spain
In geography, Grand Mesa, the world’s largest flat-top mountain, is in which state? Colorado
In geography, Graz is the second largest city in which European country? Austria
In geography, Greenland is a colony of what European country? Denmark
In geography, Haight-Ashbury is a neighborhood in what west coast city? San Francisco
In geography, Hispaniola is an island which comprises the Dominican Republic and which other country? Haiti
In geography, Hokkaido is the northernmost island of which country? Japan
In geography, Hollywood is a neighborhood in what California city? Los Angeles
In geography, Hong Kong is part of which continent? Asia
In geography, how many countries are in Africa: 43 or 53? 53
In geography, how many states are there in Australia? 6
In geography, how many territories are there in Australia: 8 or 10? 8
In geography, if you were in a state called Chihuahua, in which country would you be? Mexico
In geography, if you were in Labrador, in which country would you be? Canada
In geography, if you were in Nicaragua, would you be in Africa or Central America? Central America
In geography, in what country is Table Mountain located? South Africa
In geography, in what country is the city of The Hague? Netherlands
In geography, in what country would you find the capital city, Kathmandu? Nepal
In geography, in what country would you find the Firth of Forth? Scotland
In geography, in what European country is the city of Aarhus: Denmark or Holland? Denmark
In geography, in what European country is the river Po located? Italy
In geography, in what state are the towns of Laredo, Amarillo and El Paso? Texas
In geography, in what state is Kitty Hawk where Orville and Wilbur Wright made the world’s first controlled, powered flight? North Carolina
In geography, in which American city is Nob Hill? San Francisco
In geography, in which California city is Six Flags Magic Mountain? Valencia
In geography, in which city was the world’s first skyscraper build in 1885? Chicago
In geography, in which continent is Mount Kenya? Africa
In geography, in which continent would you find the Okavango Delta? Africa
In geography, in which country are the Snowy Mountains situated? Australia
In geography, in which country is Nova Scotia? Canada
In geography, in which country is Sugar Loaf Mountain located? Brazil
In geography, in which country is the city of Bulawayo: Zambia or Zimbabwe? Zimbabwe
In geography, in which country is the city of Lyons? France
In geography, in which country is the city of Osaka? Japan
In geography, in which country is the city of Reykjavik? Iceland
In geography, in which country is the Po River situated? Italy
In geography, in which country of the UK is the Crouch River situated? England
In geography, in which country would you find Lake Disappointment? Australia
In geography, in which country would you find the town of Castries? St. Lucia
In geography, in which European country are the Apennine Mountains situated? Italy
In geography, in which European country are the Sumava Mountains situated? Czech Republic
In geography, in which European country is the city of Bergen: Germany or Norway? Norway
In geography, in which European country is the city of Prague? Czech Republic
In geography, in which European country is the province of Toledo? Spain
In geography, in which European country is the region of Tuscany? Italy
In geography, in which European country is the River Ebro located? Spain
In geography, in which Irish county is the coastal town of Wexford? Wexford
In geography, in which ocean are the Andaman Islands: Pacific or Indian? Indian
In geography, in which ocean are the Polynesian Islands: the Pacific Ocean or the Indian Ocean? Pacific Ocean
In geography, in which ocean is American Samoa located? Pacific
In geography, in which ocean is Easter Island located? Pacific
In geography, in which ocean would you find Easter Island? Pacific
In geography, in which ocean would you find the Arabian Sea? Indian
In geography, in which ocean would you find the Sargasso Sea? Atlantic
In geography, in which part of the U.S. would you find the city of Las Vegas: East or West? West
In geography, in which South American country are the famous Angel Falls? Venezuela
In geography, in which South American country are the flat grassy plains known as the Pampas situated? Argentina
In geography, in which state are the Black Hills situated? South Dakota
In geography, in which state are the mountain towns of Durango and Silverton? Colorado
In geography, in which state is Death Valley? California
In geography, in which state is Princeton University? New Jersey
In geography, in which state is the mighty Russian River situated? California
In geography, in which state is the volcano Mount St. Helens, which erupted in 1980? Washington
In geography, in which state will you find Bryce Canyon? Utah
In geography, in which state will you find the ‘Grand Ole Opry’? Tennessee
In geography, in which state will you find the towns of Twin Falls and Pocatello? Idaho
In geography, in which state would you find Churchill Downs race track? Kentucky
In geography, in which state would you find Fallbrook, the avocado capital of the world? California
In geography, in which state would you find Hot Springs National Park which has bathed diverse celebrities such as F.D.R., Babe Ruth and Al Capone? Arkansas
In geography, in which state would you find Mesa Verde National Park? Colorado
In geography, in which state would you find Minot, Dickinson and Fargo? North Dakota
In geography, in which state would you find the cities of San Diego and Santa Barbara? California
In geography, in which state would you find the presidential retreat known as ‘Camp David’? Maryland
In geography, in which state would you find the ski resort town of Aspen? Colorado
In geography, in which state would you find Yellowstone National Park? Wyoming
In geography, Iquiqui is a city on the western coast of which country? Chile
In geography, is a ‘Euripus’ a sea channel or a type of mountain? Sea channel
In geography, is Australia’s capital city of Canberra situated in New South Wales or Queensland? New South Wales
In geography, is Bismarck the capital of North Dakota or South Dakota? North
In geography, is Chicago north or south of Milwaukee? South
In geography, is Colorado Springs south or north of Denver? South
In geography, is Cyprus bigger than Sicily? No
In geography, is Darwin in the north or south of Australia? North
In geography, is Detroit north or south of the Canadian border? North
In geography, is Exeter a British city? Yes
In geography, is Flagstaff Arizona south or north of Phoenix? North
In geography, is Lake Baikal the largest freshwater lake in Asia or in the world? Asia
In geography, is Lake Erie in North or South America? North America
In geography, is Lake Superior the largest freshwater lake in America or in the world? America
In geography, is Lake Titicaca in North or South America? South
In geography, is Milwaukee north or south of Chicago? North
In geography, is Mount Whitney in Alaska or California? California
In geography, is Namibia situated in the North or South of Africa? South
In geography, is New Zealand’s capital city of Wellington situated in the North Island or the South Island? North Island
In geography, is Peru on the east or west coast of South America? West
In geography, is Pyongyang the capital of North Korea or South Korea? North Korea
In geography, is Sark one of the Inner Hebrides or Channel Islands? Channel Islands
In geography, is the ‘Island of Harris’ in the ‘Outer’ or ‘Inner’ Hebrides? Outer
In geography, is the capital city of Lima in Chile or Peru? Peru
In geography, is the capital of Hong Kong Victoria or Elizabeth? Victoria
In geography, is the city of Detroit in the Central or Eastern time zone? Eastern
In geography, is the city of Jerusalem east or west of Tel Aviv? East
In geography, is the county of Aberdeenshire on the west or east coast of Scotland? East
In geography, is the Grand Canyon in Arizona or Washington? Arizona
In geography, is the major city of Harare in South Africa or Zimbabwe? Zimbabwe
In geography, is the major city of Memphis in Tennessee or Alabama? Tennessee
In geography, is the Sahara Desert in the north or south of Africa? North
In geography, is the seaport of Ostend in Belgium or Holland? Belgium
In geography, is the Snake River in the eastern or western part of the United States? Western
In geography, is the state of New York in the east or west of America? East
In geography, is the Statue of Liberty in the waters of New York or New Jersey? New Jersey
In geography, is the town of ‘Leixoes’ in Spain or Portugal? Portugal
In geography, is the town of Chattanooga in Georgia or Tennessee? Tennessee
In geography, is Vancouver Island found off the East or West coast of Canada? West
In geography, is Vancouver on the east or west coast of Canada? West
In geography, is Wellington, the capital of New Zealand, on the North or the South island? North
In geography, is Wolverhampton a British city? Yes
In geography, Jakarta is the capital of which country? Indonesia
In geography, Jakarta is the largest city and capital of which Asian country? Indonesia
In geography, Java is the most populous island of which country? Indonesia
In geography, Kampala is the capital city of which country? Uganda
In geography, Kangaroo Island lies off the south coast of which country? Australia
In geography, Kathmandu is in which Asian country? Nepal
In geography, Key Largo is the largest of which island group in southeastern U.S.A.? Florida Keys
In geography, Kibo is the highest peak of which mountain in Tanzania? Kilimanjaro
In geography, Kinshasa is the capital of what ‘Z’ in Africa: Zaire or Zimbabwe? Zaire
In geography, Kowloon is a town in which former British colony in China? Hong Kong
In geography, Lake Ontario is on the border of the USA and which other country? Canada
In geography, Lake Superior is in which country: Ireland, Russia, China or the U.S.? U.S.
In geography, Lake Superior is the largest of the five Great Lakes of North America. Which is the smallest? Ontario
In geography, Lake Tunis is in which country? Tunisia
In geography, Las Palmas and Fuerteventura form part of which group of islands? Canary Islands
In geography, Little Rock is the capital of which state? Arkansas
In geography, Louisville, Kentucky, is located on what major U.S. river? Ohio
In geography, Lundy Island is in which British channel? Bristol Channel
In geography, Madison Square Garden Arena is found in which city? New York City
In geography, Managua is the capital of which Central American country? Nicaragua
In geography, Managua is the capital of which Central American country? Nicaragua
In geography, Maui and Kauai are two of the islands of which U.S. state? Hawaii
In geography, Mecca is a city in which country? Saudi Arabia
In geography, Minsk is the capital city of which country? Belarus
In geography, Minsk is the capital of which former Soviet Republic? Belarus
In geography, MN is the postal abbreviation for which state? Minnesota
In geography, Monrovia is the capital of which west African republic? Liberia
In geography, Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in which range? Alps
In geography, Montgomery is the capital of which American state? Alabama
In geography, Montmartre is the artist’s quarter in which European city? Paris
In geography, Mount Everest is found on the border of Nepal and which other country? China
In geography, Mt. Hood is in which state: Oregon or Washington? Oregon
In geography, Nairobi is a city on which continent? Africa
In geography, Nicaragua is in which part of which Americas: Central America or South America? Central
In geography, Nigeria and what other ‘N’ are countries on the West Coast of Africa? Namibia
In geography, Notre Dame cathedral and the Sacre Coeur are churches in which city? Paris
In geography, of what country is Lisbon the capital? Portugal
In geography, of which country is Amman the capital city? Jordan
In geography, of which country is Jakarta the capital city? Indonesia
In geography, of which island is Cagliari the capital? Sardinia
In geography, of which island is Nicosia the capital? Cyprus
In geography, Okinawa is the southernmost island of which country? Japan
In geography, on the shores of which Great Lake are Toledo and Cleveland situated? Erie
In geography, on the shores of which of the Great Lakes do the cities of Milwaukee and Chicago stand? Michigan
In geography, on which coast is the city of Wildwood: East or West? East
In geography, on which continent are the Atlas Mountains situated? Africa
In geography, on which continent are the cities of Shanghai, Karachi and Tehran? Asia
In geography, on which continent is Mt. McKinley? North America
In geography, on which continent is the country of Chad located? Africa
In geography, on which continent is the Republic of Namibia? Africa
In geography, on which continent is the Republic of Singapore? Asia
In geography, on which continent is the Republic of Tanzania? Africa
In geography, on which continent is the Republic of Uzbekistan? Asia
In geography, on which continent would you find Angola? Africa
In geography, on which continent would you find Cape Comorin? Asia
In geography, on which continent would you find Panama? South America
In geography, Panama City is the capital of which country? Panama
In geography, permafrost is the name given to rock or soil that has been constantly below the freezing point for how long: 2 or 2000 years? 2
In geography, Pittsburgh and Louisville are on what river? Ohio
In geography, Quito is the capital of which country? Ecuador
In geography, Saamiland, a region north of the Artic Circle, was once called what? Lapland
In geography, Sacramento is the capital of which state? California
In geography, Saint Stephen’s Cathedral and Mozart’s House are features of which European city? Vienna
In geography, Salvador is a city on the eastern coast of which country? Brazil
In geography, San Salvador is the capital of which Latin American country? El Salvador
In geography, Santa Barbara is a city in which state? California
In geography, Saskatchewan is a province of which country? Canada
In geography, Shanghai is the main port of which country? China
In geography, Sicily is an island of the tip of which country? Italy
In geography, Sierra Leone’s coastline is on which ocean? Atlantic
In geography, situated in western Africa, what is the Volta? River
In geography, situated in western Europe, what is the Jungfrau? Mountain
In geography, St. John’s is the capital of which Caribbean island? Antigua
In geography, Tel Aviv is the second largest city in which Middle Eastern country? Israel
In geography, the ‘Florida ‘ what is the name of a chain of islands stretching from near Miami Beach to the Gulf of Mexico? Keys
In geography, The Akosombo Dam is on the Volta River in which coastal country of Western Africa? Ghana
In geography, the Aleutians are a mountain range in which US. state? Alaska
In geography, the ancient royal palace in Edinburgh, still used as a royal residence, which dates from the 15th century is called what House? Holyrood
In geography, the Andaman Islands lie in which ocean? Indian
In geography, the Ardeche River is found in which European country? France
In geography, The Bay of Bengal is part of which ocean? Indian
In geography, the Bay of Biscay separates France and which other country? Spain
In geography, the bay separating Greenland from mainland Canada is known as ‘what ‘ Bay? Baffin
In geography, the Bohemian Massif plateau occupies the major portion of which European country? Czech Republic
In geography, the Brooklyn Bridge connects the borough of Brooklyn to what other New York City borough? Manhattan
In geography, the channel separating mainland Italy from Sicily is known as the ‘Strait of ‘ what? Messina
In geography, the city of Grand Forks is in North Dakota; in what state is the city of East Grand Forks? Minnesota
In geography, the city of Jasper is found in Wyoming or Idaho? Wyoming
In geography, the city of Lima is in which country: Peru or Uruguay? Peru
In geography, the city of Ponce is in which country: Puerto Rico or Jamaica? Puerto Rico
In geography, the city of St. Louis stands on which river? Mississippi
In geography, the city Poznan is in which east European country? Poland
In geography, the city Tirane is in which east European country? Albania
In geography, the Corinthian Canal runs through which European country? Greece
In geography, the Dolomites are an Alpine region found in which European country? Italy
In geography, the Drakensberg Mountains are the highest mountains in the south of which continent? Africa
In geography, the eastern entrance to the Panama Canal is in which ocean? Pacific
In geography, the former South African colony of South West Africa is now known as what? Namibia
In geography, the Grand Canal runs through which European city? Venice
In geography, the group of islands called the Seychelles are in which ocean? Indian
In geography, the headquarters of the Red Cross are in which European city? Geneva
In geography, the island of Iona is part of which of the countries of the British Isles? Scotland
In geography, the island of Thasos is part of which country? Greece
In geography, the island of Tierra del Fuego is part of which country? Argentina
In geography, the Kenyan coastline is on which ocean? Indian
In geography, the Khyber Pass connects Afghanistan with which other Asian country? Pakistan
In geography, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is in what region of Italy? Tuscany
In geography, the Long Island Sound is between New York and what other state? Connecticut
In geography, the Massif Central is found in which European country? France
In geography, the Matterhorn is a mountain peak found on the border of Italy and which other country? Switzerland
In geography, the Mauvoisin Dam is on the River Rhone in which European country? Switzerland
In geography, the Mozambique coastline is in which ocean? Indian
In geography, the Nambikwara are nomadic naked forest hunters from which continent? South America
In geography, the name of which South American country translates to mean ‘Little Venice’? Venezuela
In geography, the name of which South American country translates to Silvery? Argentina
In geography, the naval base of Toulon on the Mediterranean Sea is in which country? France
In geography, the nickname of New Jersey is what? Garden State
In geography, the port of Stockton in California is on which river? San Joaquin
In geography, the prison of Holloway is located in which country? England
In geography, the prison of Robben Island is located in which country? South Africa
In geography, the remains of a Roman lighthouse can be found in which English city? Dover
In geography, the Republic of Kiribati is in which ocean? Pacific
In geography, the Rhodope mountains are situated on the frontier between Bulgaria and which other South East European country? Greece
In geography, the River Ganges is found in India and which other Asian country? Bangladesh
In geography, the River Niger is on which continent? Africa
In geography, the River Ravi is found in Pakistan and which other Asian country? India
In geography, the River Seine is found in which European country? France
In geography, the River Thames rises in which group of hills? Cotswolds
In geography, the Sarawak Chamber, situated in Malaysia, is the world’s largest what? Cave
In geography, the Sargasso Sea is situated in which ocean? Atlantic
In geography, the Scilly Isles are off the coast of which country of the UK? England
In geography, the Sinai Peninsula is situated in which Middle Eastern country? Egypt
In geography, the Snowy River is in which southern hemisphere country? Australia
In geography, the South American country of Surinam was formerly known as what? Dutch Guyana
In geography, the state of Tabasco, famous for its hot sauce, is in which country? Mexico
In geography, the town of Duluth is situated on which Great Lake? Superior
In geography, the town of Santa Barbara is in which state? California
In geography, the towns of New Rochelle and Stamford sit on which sound? Long Island
In geography, the Victoria Falls are in which continent? Africa
In geography, the volcanoes around the Pacific Rim are commonly known as ‘The Ring of ‘ what? Fire
In geography, the west coast port of Long Beach is on which river? Los Angeles
In geography, the White Nile and Blue Nile rivers meet each other near which African capital city? Khartoum
In geography, through which country does the River Fraser flow? Canada
In geography, through which country does the Seine River flow? France
In geography, Tirana is the capital of which Balkan country? Albania
In geography, to which country do the Azores belong? Portugal
In geography, Trenton is the capital of what state? New Jersey
In geography, Venice is a popular oceanside area in what state? California
In geography, Wellington is the capital of which country? New Zealand
In geography, what ‘A’ is a high speed road in Germany? Autobahn
In geography, what ‘A’ is a Portuguese speaking country on the south west coast of Africa? Angola
In geography, what ‘A’ is a principality in the Eastern Pyrenees between France and Spain? Andorra
In geography, what ‘A’ is both a European capital city and a U.S. city in New York State? Amsterdam
In geography, what ‘A’ is the mountain range in northwest Africa which extends from the Atlantic coast of Morocco to Tunisia? Atlas
In geography, what ‘B’ is a the capital of Belgium? Brussels
In geography, what ‘B’ is the biggest country in South America? Brazil
In geography, what ‘B’ is the main port on the Chesapeake Bay? Baltimore
In geography, what ‘C’ is a French town where one of the world’s most prestigious film festival is held? Cannes
In geography, what ‘C’ is a group of self-governing islands in the Pacific Ocean? Cook Isles
In geography, what ‘C’ is an island state of the West Indies, situated at the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico? Cuba
In geography, what ‘C’ is known as the Queen City of the West? Cincinnati
In geography, what ‘E’ passes through Ecuador, Brazil and Colombia in South America? Equator
In geography, what ‘F’ is a river in California that flows out of the Sierra Nevada Mountains into the Sacramento River? Feather
In geography, what ‘G’ is the country from where most Northern Hemisphere icebergs originate? Greenland
In geography, what ‘H’ is the capital city of Hawaii? Honolulu
In geography, what ‘I’ is a Scottish city found on the River Ness? Inverness
In geography, what ‘I’ is the name given to a narrow strip of land connecting two larger pieces of land? Isthmus
In geography, what ‘L’ is a country on the south-east shore of the Baltic sea? Lithuania
In geography, what ‘L’ is a country on the west coast of Africa? Liberia
In geography, what ‘L’ is a county in south-west Ireland in the province of Munster? Limerick
In geography, what ‘L’ is the series of housing developments that William J. Levitt built in the 1950s?. Levittown
In geography, what ‘M’ is a city and port on the Baltic Sea coast of southwest Sweden? Malmo
In geography, what ‘M’ is a river that comprises one of the world’s largest waterway systems, linking the Great Lakes with the Gulf of Mexico? Mississippi
In geography, what ‘M’ is an African country situated in the ‘Great Rift Valley’? Malawi
In geography, what ‘M’ is the country that is home to the Zambesi and Limpopo rivers? Mozambique
In geography, what ‘M’ is the postal abbreviation for Missouri? MO
In geography, what ‘N’ is a country in southern Africa, on the Atlantic Ocean? Namibia
In geography, what ‘N’ is the city that is the setting for the TV series ‘Sex in the City’? New York
In geography, what ‘N’ is the name of the principal town on the Isle of Wight? Newport
In geography, what ‘O’ is a city and port on the North Sea coast of north west Belgium? Ostend
In geography, what ‘O’ is a word used to describe the islands of the Central and South Pacific? Oceania
In geography, what ‘O’ is the term which describes remote areas of Australia? Outback
In geography, what ‘P’ is a hill or mountain with a level top? Plateau
In geography, what ‘P’ is the name of the Spanish town where the annual bull run of San Fermin takes place? Pamplona
In geography, what ‘R’ is a river which flows into the Gulf of Mexico between Texas and Mexico? Rio Grande
In geography, what ‘R’ is known as the ‘Eternal City’? Rome
In geography, what ‘R’ is the sea that separates Egypt and Saudi Arabia? Red Sea
In geography, what ‘S’ has a capital city called Dakar? Senegal
In geography, what ‘S’ is a fast flowing river in Scotland known for its salmon? Spey
In geography, what ‘S’ is an African country situated in the extreme south of the continent? South Africa
In geography, what ‘S’ is an extensive treeless plain in tropical America, covered with low vegetation? Savannah
In geography, what ‘S’ is the name of the Belgian health resort famous for its mineral springs? Spa
In geography, what ‘T’ is a country on the east coast of Africa? Tanzania
In geography, what ‘T’ is a prominent hill or rocky peak? Tor
In geography, what ‘T’ is the mountain range in Southern Turkey parallel to the Mediterranean Sea? Taurus
In geography, what ‘T’ is the name of the famous pleasure gardens in Copenhagen? Tivoli
In geography, what ‘Y’ is a national park that’s home to El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Falls? Yosemite
In geography, what ‘Z’ was the former name of the Democratic Republic of the Congo? Zaire
In geography, what Central American country’s capital is San Jose? Costa Rica
In geography, what city lies on the River Seine? Paris
In geography, what continent includes Wilkes Land and Queen Maud Land? Antarctica
In geography, what does the ‘I’ in ZIP code stand for? Improvement
In geography, what does the term Ring of Fire refer to around the outer rim of the Pacific Ocean? Volcanoes
In geography, what European city was birthplace to the International Red Cross? Geneva
In geography, what former prison in the San Francisco Bay is now part of the National Park Service? Alcatraz
In geography, what is America’s 2nd largest state in terms of population among the 50 states and District of Columbia? Texas
In geography, what is Europe’s second largest country after Russia? Ukraine
In geography, what is the approximate population of Malta: 400,000 or 4,000,000? “400 000”
In geography, what is the approximate population of the Scilly Isles: 3,000 or 10,000? “3 000”
In geography, what is the capital and principal seaport of Cuba? Havana
In geography, what is the capital city of Canada? Ottawa
In geography, what is the capital city of Idaho? Boise
In geography, what is the capital city of Kentucky? Frankfort
In geography, what is the capital of Albania? Tirana
In geography, what is the capital of Arkansas? Little Rock
In geography, what is the capital of Bangladesh? Dacca
In geography, what is the capital of Costa Rica? San Jose
In geography, what is the capital of Ecuador? Quito
In geography, what is the capital of Iraq? Baghdad
In geography, what is the capital of Jamaica? Kingston
In geography, what is the capital of Libya? Tripoli
In geography, what is the capital of Luxembourg? Luxembourg City
In geography, what is the capital of Minnesota? St. Paul
In geography, what is the capital of Minnesota? St. Paul
In geography, what is the capital of Mongolia? Ulan Bator
In geography, what is the capital of Nepal? Kathmandu
In geography, what is the capital of Nevada: Carson City or Reno? Carson City
In geography, what is the capital of the Philippines? Manila
In geography, what is the capital of the state of Texas? Austin
In geography, what is the capital of Western Australia? Perth
In geography, what is the capital of Zambia? Lusaka
In geography, what is the capital of Zimbabwe? Harare
In geography, what is the chief port and former capital of Nigeria? Lagos
In geography, what is the chief sea port and second largest city in Egypt? Alexandria
In geography, what is the city with a famous aquarium on the California coastline north of the spectacular Big Sur? Monterey
In geography, what is the English name for the country known in its own language as Magyar Roszag? Hungary
In geography, what is the highest mountain in the North American continent? McKinley
In geography, what is the largest city in New Zealand? Auckland
In geography, what is the largest country in Africa? Sudan
In geography, what is the largest state in terms of land area the U.S.? Alaska
In geography, what is the longest river in Asia? Yangtze
In geography, what is the longest river in France? Loire
In geography, what is the longest river in Scotland called? Tay
In geography, what is the more common name for the group of islands called Islas Malvinas? Falklands
In geography, what is the most westerly country of South America? Peru
In geography, what is the name given to the group of approximately 1700 Islands in the western Pacific Ocean? Philippines
In geography, what is the name of the county that is home to the Taj Mahal? India
In geography, what is the name of the inlet of the Irish Sea between southwest Scotland and northwest England? Solway Firth
In geography, what is the name of the largest city, industrial center, and major port of Tanzania? Dar es Salaam
In geography, what is the name of the mountain range on the western fringe of South America? Andes
In geography, what is the only color of the Libyan flag? Green
In geography, what is the principal seaport of Greece? Piraeus
In geography, what is the second largest country in terms of land the world after Russia? Canada
In geography, what is the southernmost state on a map of the continental United States? Florida
In geography, what is the term for a land mass surrounded on three sides by water? Peninsula
In geography, what is the term for a thin strip of land separating two bodies of water? Isthmus
In geography, what is the world’s highest mountain? Mount Everest
In geography, what is the world’s second highest mountain? K2
In geography, what is the world’s third tallest mountain at 28,208 feet? Kanchenjunga
In geography, what kind of plantations are found on the Blue Mountains in Jamaica? Coffee
In geography, what major city sits on an island in the St. Lawrence River? Montreal
In geography, what name is given to Arctic plains encompassing most of the Earth’s terrain north of the coniferous forest belt: Tundra or Permafrost? Tundra
In geography, what name is given to the imaginary line 66 32′ north of the Equator? Arctic Circle
In geography, what name is given to the region which includes Australia, New Zealand and the neighboring islands? Australasia
In geography, what southern city is known as the ‘Crescent City’? New Orleans
In geography, what state is home to the towns of Burlington, Manchester and Stowe? Vermont
In geography, what state is the easternmost point of the US? Maine
In geography, what state was first affected by ‘rolling blackouts’ in 2001? California
In geography, what town is at the northern end of the Suez Canal? Port Said
In geography, what’s the name of the bay located between the states of Delaware and New Jersey? Delaware
In geography, when you are facing north, is east to your left or right? Right
In geography, where is Botswana situated: in the north or south of Africa? South
In geography, where is Pennsylvania Station? New York City
In geography, where is the city of Dawson Creek: America or Canada? Canada
In geography, where is the Spanish city of Barcelona: Catalonia or Valencia? Catalonia
In geography, where is the Spanish city of Seville: Aragon or Andalusia? Andalusia
In geography, where is the Welsh town of Abergavenny: North or South Wales? South Wales
In geography, where would you find the famous Raffles Hotel? Singapore
In geography, which African country is further north: Senegal or Egypt? Egypt
In geography, which area comprises England’s smallest county? Isle Of Wight
In geography, which Baltic country is on the south coast of the Gulf of Finland? Estonia
In geography, which bay separates Canada from Greenland? Baffin
In geography, which bridge is located in San Francisco ? Golden Gate
In geography, which bridge is the longest suspension bridge in the Americas? Mackinac
In geography, which city has the nickname ‘Pearl of the Desert’? Damascus
In geography, which city on the River Ouse was known as Eboracum to the Romans and Jorvik to the Vikings? York
In geography, which city stands on the River Liffey? Dublin
In geography, which city was the capital of Poland between 1320 and 1611? Krakow
In geography, which city was the capital of Russia between 1712 and 1918? St. Petersburg
In geography, which country are the group of people called Magyars from? Hungary
In geography, which country borders Sweden and Russia? Finland
In geography, which country has the greater area: Malaysia or Indonesia? Indonesia
In geography, which country has the greater area: Nepal or Mongolia? Mongolia
In geography, which country has the greater area: Northern Ireland or Wales? Wales
In geography, which country has the greater area: the UK or New Zealand? New Zealand
In geography, which country has the longest lengths of the historic Tigris and Euphrates rivers? Iraq
In geography, which country is bordered by China and South Korea? North Korea
In geography, which country is bordered by Libya and Algeria? Tunisia
In geography, which country is known as Magyar to its inhabitants? Hungary
In geography, which country is the home of Elbruz, the highest mountain in Europe? Georgia
In geography, which country is the world’s longest chain of islands: Indonesia or the Maldives? Indonesia
In geography, which country lies between India and Afghanistan? Pakistan
In geography, which country lies between India and Afghanistan? Pakistan
In geography, which country lies directly to the south of Mongolia? China
In geography, which country of the UK administers the island authority of Shetland? Scotland
In geography, which East Coast City is divided into 5 boroughs? New York
In geography, which European capital city stands on the island of Zealand? Copenhagen
In geography, which European capital city stands on the river Wisla? Warsaw
In geography, which Finnish city is known as Helsingfors to the Swedish people? Helsinki
In geography, which frontier town in Kansas shares its name with a make of car? Dodge City
In geography, which is Australia’s ‘Garden State’? Victoria
In geography, which is the capital city of Libya and a major seaport on the Mediterranean Sea? Tripoli
In geography, which is the capital of Missouri: Kansas City or Jefferson City? Jefferson City
In geography, which is the largest country in the United Kingdom? England
In geography, which is the largest North American mountain system? Rockies
In geography, which is the largest of the Greek Islands? Crete
In geography, which is the largest volcanic island in Europe? Iceland
In geography, which is the longer river: the Blue Nile or the White Nile? White Nile
In geography, which is the most polluted sea on earth? Mediterranean
In geography, which is the most southerly of the English Channel Islands? Jersey
In geography, which is the second largest city in Ireland? Cork
In geography, which is the smallest ocean on Earth? Arctic
In geography, which is the smallest state in the U.S.? Rhode Island
In geography, which is the tallest mountain in North America? McKinley
In geography, which is the world’s largest sea: Arabian or Coral? Coral
In geography, which island in the South Pacific is famous for the huge stone statues along its hillsides? Easter Island
In geography, which islands in the South Atlantic are known locally as ‘Las Malvinas’: Falklands, Heard Island or Crozet Islands? Falklands
In geography, which mountain is the highest peak in North America? McKinley
In geography, which mountain range is located in Moose, Wyoming? Grand Teton
In geography, which of these is a famous cave on the isle of Capri: the Green Grotto or the Blue Grotto? Blue
In geography, which of these is a mountain range in Jamaica: the Black Mountains or the Blue Mountains? Blue
In geography, which resort in Fife has the oldest university in Scotland and the famous Royal And Ancient Golf Club? Saint Andrews
In geography, which river flows between Minneapolis and St. Paul? Mississippi
In geography, which river has tributaries named Nitra, Prut, Sava and Vah? Danube
In geography, which river in the USA is the chief tributary of the Columbia River and shares its name with a legless reptile? Snake River
In geography, which river is on the south Texas border? Rio Grande
In geography, which seaport and commercial center in north-west Africa is the largest city of Morocco? Casablanca
In geography, which South American country extends further south: Chile or Brazil? Chile
In geography, which South American country is the fifth largest in the world? Brazil
In geography, which state is home to the Black Hills National Forest? South Dakota
In geography, which state is named from the Navajo word meaning ‘upper’? Utah
In geography, which state is the largest in area? Alaska
In geography, which state was once an ‘independent republic’? Texas
In geography, which state’s capital is Santa Fe? New Mexico
In geography, which stretch of water in the Pacific Ocean separates Australia and New Zealand? Tasman Sea
In geography, which stretch of water in the Pacific Ocean separates Australia and New Zealand? Tasman Sea
In geography, which stretch of water in the South Atlantic Ocean separates South America and Tierra del Fuego? Magellan Strait
In geography, which stretch of water in the South Atlantic Ocean separates South America and Tierra del Fuego? Magellan Strait
In geography, which US city houses the Smithsonian Institute? Washington D.C.
In geography, who was the first explorer to reach the North Pole? Peary
In geography, within which continent is the capital city of Canberra located? Australia
In geography, within which continent is the city of Rome situated? Europe
In geography, Yellowstone National Park is predominantly in Wyoming, but it also extends into Montana and what other state? Idaho
In geography,what ‘L’ is the town that is the most easterly point of England? Lowestoft
In geology, is basalt an Igneous Rock or Sedimentary Rock? Igneous
In geology, what ‘C’ is the fuel formed by the fossilization of plants? Coal
In geology, what ‘J’ used in jewelry and ornamentation is an opaque reddish-brown variety of chalcedony? Jasper
In geology, what ‘L’ is a type of sedimentary rock that is composed chiefly of calcium carbonate? Limestone
In geology, what ‘M’ is found between the core and the crust of the Earth? Mantle
In geology, what ‘Q’ is a common mineral used in jewelry and glassmaking? Quartz
In geology, what ‘S’ is an instrument used to measure the severity of earthquakes? Seismograph
In geology, what ‘S’ is the name given to the study of earthquakes and their causes? Seismology
In geology, what is the name of the molten rock which erupts from volcanoes? Lava
In geometry, what name is given to a solid figure whose faces are all squares? Cube
In geometry, what name is given to a triangle having two sides of equal length? Isosceles
In George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’, what kind of animal are the characters ‘Bluebell’, ‘Pincher’ and ‘Jessie’? Dogs
In George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’, what kind of animals are the characters ‘Major’, ‘Napoleon’ and ‘Snowball’? Pigs
In George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’, what kind of creature is the oldest animal on the farm, Benjamin? Donkey
In George Orwell’s book ‘Animal Farm’, what kind of animal are the characters ‘Squealer’, ‘Snowball’ and ‘Napoleon’? Pigs
In George Orwell’s book ‘Animal Farm’, what kind of animals are the characters ‘Boxer’, ‘Mollie’ and ‘Clover’? Horse
In George W. Bush’s administration, is Colin Powell the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of State? State
In German legend, Lorelei was a nymph who lured boatmen to their deaths on which river? Rhine
In Germany, does ‘Brot’ mean soup or bread? Bread
In Germany, is ‘Sptlese’ a red or white wine? White
In Gerry Anderson’s 1960s animated series, which character is the space monitor aboard ‘Thunderbird 5’? John
In Ghana, the Cedi is made up of one hundred what? Pesewas
In global meteorology, which Pole has the least sunlight per year: North or South? South
In golf, a number ten iron is also known as what ‘W’? Wedge
In golf, how many holes make up a standard course? 18
In golf, how many Majors did Tiger Woods miss out on in the year 2000? 2
In golf, how many majors did Tiger Woods win in the year 2000? 2
In golf, the ‘Green Jacket’ is awarded to the winner of which major championship? U.S. Masters
In golf, the British Open, the U.S. Open, the U.S. PGA Championship and which other tournament make up the ‘majors’? U.S. Masters
In golf, the famous course Augusta is in which country? United States
In golf, two under par on a hole is called what? Eagle
In golf, what is the interval in years between Ryder Cup competitions? 2 Years
In golf, what is the opposite of a slice? Hook
In golf, which is a better score: a Birdie or a Bogey? Birdie
In golf, which is a better score: an Eagle or an Albatross? Albatross
In golf, who is nicknamed ‘The Golden Bear’? Jack Nicklaus
In golf, who was the first non-American to win the Masters golf title? Gary Player
In government, for what does the initial ‘S’ stand for in the cabinet department HHS? Services
In government, the ‘A’ in G.A.O. stands for what? Accounting
In government, what ‘D’ does the FDA regulate? Drugs
In grammar, what ‘P’ is the name given to the part of speech that is used in place of a noun? Pronoun
In grammar, what ‘R’ is the name given to a question which does not require an answer? Rhetorical
In grammar, what term is used to describe a word that expresses an act, occurrence or mode of being? Verb
In grammar, what term used to describe a word that names a person or thing? Noun
In Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1896, Melvin R Bissell, because of his allergy to the dusty straw used for packing his china goods, invented the first practical what? Carpet Sweeper
In Greek and Roman Mythology, what ‘D’ are the nymphs of the forest? Dryads
In Greek legend, Charon was the boatman who rowed the dead across which river? Styx
In Greek legend, Helen of Troy’s abduction by which son of the king of Troy led directly to the Trojan Wars: Paris or Hector? Paris
In Greek legend, how many years did Penelope wait for her husband Odysseus to return from Troy: two or twenty? 20
In Greek mythology what was the name of the river that was the entrance to the Underworld? Styx
In Greek mythology who ferried the souls of the dead? Charon
In Greek mythology, a centaur had the body and legs of what animal? Horse
In Greek mythology, a Minotaur is half man, half what? Bull
In Greek mythology, after the giant Argus was killed, Hera transplanted his one hundred eyes into the tail of which bird? Peacock
In Greek mythology, Cadmus was a Phoenician prince who founded which Greek city? Thebes
In Greek mythology, Cerberus guarded the entrance to what ‘U’? Underworld
In Greek mythology, Cerberus was a monstrous dog that guarded the entrance to the Underworld; how many heads did it have? 3
In Greek mythology, did Charon the ferryman take the dead across the rivers of the Underworld or the Heavens? Underworld
In Greek mythology, Hera was the wife and sister of which god? Zeus
In Greek mythology, how many eyes did the monster Cyclops have? 1
In Greek mythology, Hypnos was the god of what? Sleep
In Greek mythology, Medusa the Gorgon turned all who looked at her into what? Stone
In Greek mythology, of what was Calliope the Muse? Epic Poetry
In Greek mythology, of what was Irene the goddess? Peace
In Greek mythology, of which city was Athena the protectress? Athens
In Greek mythology, on which island did the creature who guarded the Labyrinth, the Minotaur, live? Crete
In Greek mythology, over which river were the dead ferried? Styx
In Greek mythology, Selene is the personification of which heavenly body? Moon
In Greek mythology, the ‘Aegis’ was a short cloak with golden tassels principally worn by which god? Zeus
In Greek mythology, the fire breathing monster the Chimera had the body of a she-goat, a serpents tail and the head of which creature? Lion
In Greek mythology, the Graces were made up of how many daughters of Zeus and Hera: 3 or 6? 3
In Greek mythology, the Sphinx had the head of a human and the body of a what? Lion
In Greek mythology, was Orion a giant or a dwarf? Giant
In Greek mythology, what ‘A’ was a beautiful youth who was killed by a boar while hunting? Adonis
In Greek mythology, what ‘A’ was the god of war? Ares
In Greek mythology, what ‘A’ was the goddess of love and beauty: Athena or Aphrodite? Aphrodite
In Greek mythology, what ‘C’ was the name of the boatman who rowed the dead across the River Styx? Charon
In Greek mythology, what ‘H’ was the Messenger of the Gods, who wore a winged hat and winged sandals: Hypnos or Hermes? Hermes
In Greek mythology, what ‘H’ was the messenger of the gods? Hermes
In Greek mythology, what ‘H’ was the smith-god, who worked in a forge making weapons and jewelry? Hephaestus
In Greek mythology, what ‘J’ was the name of Antigone’s mother? Jocasta
In Greek mythology, what ‘N’ is the Goddess of Retribution: Nike or Nemesis? Nemesis
In Greek mythology, what ‘P’ was the god of shepherds and flocks? Pan
In Greek mythology, what ‘S’ is the name given to fabulous creatures who attempt to lure sailors to their doom? Sirens
In Greek mythology, what ‘Z’ was the father of Castor and Pollux? Zeus
In Greek mythology, what creature did Theseus slay in the Labyrinth of King Minos? Minotaur
In Greek mythology, what member of Agamemnon’s family did he sacrifice for the Trojan War? Daughter
In Greek mythology, what name was given to the 12 primeval gods and goddesses who were the children of Uranus and Gaia? Titans
In Greek mythology, what was the name of the race of one-eyed giants? Cyclops
In Greek mythology, what was the name of the winged horse who was Poseidon’s son? Pegasus
In Greek mythology, which beautiful goddess is known as ‘The Woman Born of the Waves’? Aphrodite
In Greek mythology, which God had his Oracle at Delphi? Apollo
In Greek mythology, which god was the father of Zeus? Cronos
In Greek mythology, which god was the twin brother of Artemis? Apollo
In Greek mythology, which hero fell in love with Dido the queen and founder of Carthage? Aeneas
In Greek mythology, which monster collected fragments of gold to build its nest? Griffin
In Greek mythology, which mountain was said to be the ‘Home of the Gods’? Olympus
In Greek mythology, which Olympian god is known as ‘The Father of Gods and Men’? Zeus
In Greek mythology, which queen murdered Polymestor’s two sons and was later turned into a dog? Hecuba
In Greek mythology, which son of King Priam was chief warrior of the Trojan Army? Hector
In Greek mythology, which son of Priam was slain by Achilles? Hector
In Greek mythology, which son of Zeus is often represented on attic vases with a drinking horn and vine branches? Dionysus
In Greek mythology, who carried the world on his shoulders? Atlas
In Greek mythology, who flew too close to the sun? Icarus
In Greek mythology, who had a head of hair consisting of snakes and was slain by Perseus? Medusa
In Greek mythology, who had Twelve Labors imposed on him as a punishment for slaying his wife and children? Hercules
In Greek mythology, who helped Theseus escape from the Labyrinth, after he had slain the Minotaur? Ariadne
In Greek mythology, who is the God of sleep? Hypnos
In Greek mythology, who is the god of wine? Dionysus
In Greek mythology, who is the goddess of the moon, hunting and fertility? Artemis
In Greek mythology, who is the goddess of victory? Nike
In Greek mythology, who slayed the Minotaur in the Labyrinth of King Minos? Theseus
In Greek mythology, who turned everything he touched to gold? Midas
In Greek mythology, who was killed by an arrow in his heel? Achilles
In Greek mythology, who was the beautiful youth who fell in love with his own reflection? Narcissus
In Greek mythology, who was the god of flocks and herds? Pan
In Greek mythology, who was the God of War? Ares
In Greek mythology, who was the god of war? Ares
In Greek mythology, who was the goddess of soil and agriculture? Demeter
In Greek mythology, who was the hero who killed the Gorgon Medusa? Perseus
In Greek mythology, who was the mother of Hercules? Alcmene
In Greek mythology, who was the nymph who shares her name with a popular type of West Indian song? Calypso
In Greek mythology, who was the wife of Zeus: Aurora or Hera? Hera
In Greek traditional costume, is a ‘fustanella’ a skirt or a hat? Skirt
In greyhound racing, what color jacket does the dog in trap 2 wear? Blue
In greyhound racing, what mechanical creature do the dogs chase around the track? Rabbit
In handicrafts, what ‘N’ is a small, sharp, metal pin with a hole in the blunt end, which is used for sewing? Needle
In Harper Lee’s novel ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’, what is the nick-name of Jean Louise Finch, daughter of Atticus: Sarah or Scout? Scout
In health, the ‘L’ in the acronym ALA stands for what? Lung
In Hebrew, what is the word for peace and hello? Shalom
In Hindu philosophy, through how many stages must you progress to attain perfect knowledge in yoga? 8
In Hinduism, which of the following gods has the head of an elephant: Vishnu, Kali or Ganesh? Ganesh
In his professional career, did John McEnroe play tennis left or right handed? Left
In history, ‘Erik the Red’ is credited with being the first European to find which island in 985 A.D.? Greenland
In history, ‘Penny Black’ and ‘Two-Penny Blue’ were the world’s first what? Postage Stamps
In history, ‘The Reign of Terror’ from 1793 to 1794 occurred during the revolutionary period of which country? France
In history, ‘The Royal Society’, the UK’s oldest and most prestigious scientific institution, was founded in which century? 17th
In history, a musketball fired from the French ship ‘Redoubtable’ killed who? Nelson
In history, Adolf Hitler created ‘Greater Germany’ in 1938 by invading which country? Austria
In history, Alfonso the XIII was the king of which country from his birth until 1931? Spain
In history, Alfred Nobel created what in 1868? Dynamite
In history, Algeria gained independence from what country in 1962? France
In history, an earthquake destroyed which American city in April 1906? San Francisco
In history, an earthquake destroyed which Portuguese city in November 1755? Lisbon
In history, around what year A.D. did the Chinese perfect their invention of gunpowder? 1000 A.D.
In history, at which naval battle of 1805 did Nelson defeat Villeneuve? Trafalgar
In history, Australia gained independence from which country in 1901? Britain
In history, Australia introduced legislation to protect which endangered marsupial in the 1920s? Koala
In history, before Nixon declared it a federal holiday on the 2nd Monday in November, on what November day was ‘Armistice Day’ or ‘Veteran’s Day’ celebrated? 11th
In history, by what name was the country of Iran previously known? Persia
In history, Christopher Columbus was born in which century: 13th or 15th? 15th
In history, critics of which French Emperor labeled him ‘Little Corporal’ and ‘The Corsican Upstart’? Napoleon
In history, did ‘The Wars of the Roses’ take place in the 15th or 16th century? 15th
In history, did dinosaurs first appear during the Triassic or Cretaceous period? Triassic
In history, did Nelson defeat the French or Italian fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar? French
In history, did the Industrial Revolution start in the 18th or the 19th century? 18th
In history, did the One Hundred Years War between England and France last for more or less than 100 years? More
In history, did the Turkish Muslim ‘Ottomans’ rise to power in 1190 or 1290? 1290
In history, did the Zulu War take place in the 18th or 19th century? 19th
In history, during the term of President Woodrow Wilson, the Federal Reserve and the ‘Federal ‘ what commissions were established? Trade
In history, during what century did the Crimean War take place? 19th
In history, Excalibur was the name of King Arthur’s what? Sword
In history, for which historical event did Paul Revere gain fame? Midnight Ride
In history, for which war did Lord Kitchener raise ‘New Armies’ largely made up of volunteers? World War I
In history, from which British port did Sir Francis Drake sail, to defeat the Spanish Armada in July, 1588? Plymouth
In history, from which country did the US purchase Alaska in 1867? Russia
In history, from which country was tea introduced into Europe in the early 17th century? China
In history, from which country would a Bolshevik have come? Russia
In history, from which country would a Conquistador have come? Spain
In history, from which empire would the ruler Maximian have come? Roman
In history, from which port did the Mayflower set sail, bound for North America? Plymouth
In history, General Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington in which city? Yorktown
In history, General Hannibal crossed the Alps to invade which country? Italy
In history, Guinevere was the name of King Arthur’s what? Wife
In history, how did King Henry V of England die in France in 1422? Dysentery
In history, how long was James Garfield President? 200 days
In history, how many children did Abraham Lincoln have: 3, 4, or 5? 4
In history, how many children did Nicholas II of Russia have: 5, 6 or 7? 5
In history, how many children did Queen Victoria have? 9
In history, how many daughters did George VI have? 2
In history, how many English kings have been called Stephen: one, two or four? 1
In history, how many French kings have been called Charles? 10
In history, how many French kings have been called Philip? 6
In history, how many kings of Scotland were officially called David? 2
In history, how many Popes have been called Pope John? 23
In history, how many queens of England and Great Britain were officially called Mary? 2
In history, how many Spanish kings have been called Philip: 3, 4 or 5? 5
In history, how many students were killed by Ohio National Guardsmen on May 4, 1970 at Kent State? 4
In history, how many U.S. Presidents have been named ‘John’? 4
In history, how many U.S. Presidents have been named Grover? 2
In history, how many wives did Henry VIII have? 6
In history, how old was Henry VI when he inherited the throne: 8 months or 8 years? 8 Months
In history, in 1348, what type of plague, called the Black Death, killed one third of the population of Europe? Bubonic
In history, in 1500, Amerigo Vespucci discovered which river? Amazon
In history, in 1796 and 1797, the Italian Peninsula was conquered by the French Revolutionary armies under which leader? Napoleon
In history, in 1860 Burke and Willis were the first people to cross what country coast to coast? Australia
In history, in 1903 William Harley and Arthur Davidson founded a company manufacturing what? Motorcycles
In history, in 1922, Howard Carter discovered the tomb of which young Pharaoh? Tutankhamen
In history, in 1922, which famous British Egyptologist discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun? Howard Carter
In history, in the marriage of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, who proposed: Victoria or Albert? Victoria
In history, in what building was Abraham Lincoln assassinated? Ford Theater
In history, in what year A.D. was Diamond Sutra, widely considered to be the world’s first book, printed in China? 868 A.D.
In history, in what year did President Roosevelt declare a four day ‘Bank Holiday’? 1933
In history, in what year did the Battle of the Bulge begin? 1944
In history, in what year did the Battle of the Bulge take place? 1944
In history, in what year was a Catholic Pope first named? 42
In history, in what year was Nelson Mandela released from prison in South Africa? 1990
In history, in which century did Columbus discover the ‘New World’? 15th
In history, in which century did the Boston Tea Party protest take place? 18th
In history, in which century did the Ottoman Empire finally collapse? 20th
In history, in which century was the American Civil War? 19th
In history, in which century was the American Revolution? 18th
In history, in which century was the Battle of Agincourt fought between the French and the English? 15th
In history, in which century was the Crimean War: the 18th or the 19th? 19th
In history, in which century was the first circumnavigation of the world by ship? 16th
In history, in which century was the First Crusade: 13th or 16th? 13th
In history, in which century was tobacco first taken to Europe from the Americas? 16th
In history, in which continent did the Thirty Years War of 1618 to 1648 take place? Europe
In history, in which country did the October Revolution take place in 1917? Russia
In history, in which country did the potato famine take place between 1845-47? Ireland
In history, in which decade did Hitler break the Treaty of Versailles? 1930s
In history, in which decade did Mahatma Gandhi begin his campaign for Indian independence? 1920s
In history, in which decade did the Mayflower sail to North America? 1620s
In history, in which decade did the Statue of Liberty arrive in New York Harbor? 1880s
In history, in which decade was nuclear testing widely carried out in the Pacific islands? 1950s
In history, in which decade was the ANZUS defense treaty formed between Australia, New Zealand and the U.S.? 1950s
In history, in which decade was the New York Times first published? 1850s
In history, in which language is ‘The Doomsday Book’ written? Latin
In history, in which London park was the original site of the Crystal Palace? Hyde Park
In history, in which ship did Sir Francis Drake set sail to circumnavigate the globe and return as ‘The Golden Hind’? Pelican
In history, in which war did Baden Powell establish young boy scouts to serve in his army? Boer
In history, in which year in the 18th century did the ’45 Rebellion occur? 1745
In history, in which year in the 19th century did the Battle of Little Big Horn occur? 1876
In history, in which year was the Salk Vaccine for Polio first developed? 1954
In history, Irish-born architect James Hoban designed which famous building, known for its color, in the late 1700s? The White House
In history, Jack Ruby shot the assassin of which President? Kennedy
In history, Joan of Arc was also known as ‘The Maid of ‘ what? Orleans
In history, Karl Marx wrote a book about capitalism in 1867 called ‘Das ‘ what? Kapital
In history, King Ethelred II of England was known by which nickname? Unready
In history, King Harold I of England was known by what nickname? Harefoot
In history, Kublai Khan was the grandson of which famous Mongol leader? Genghis Khan
In history, Lee Harvey Oswald was involved in the assassination of what President? John Kennedy
In history, Mozambique gained independence from which country in 1975? Portugal
In history, Muhammad, the Prophet, who spread the Islamic religion, died in what century? 7th Century
In history, Nanking is the former capital city of which country? China
In history, Napoleon Bonaparte was also known as the ‘Little ‘ what? Corporal
In history, Nell Gwyn was the mistress of which English King? Charles II
In history, Norway was ruled by which Scandinavian country until 1814? Denmark
In history, Norway’s capital was called what from 1624 to 1925? Christiana
In history, of which royal house was Elizabeth I of England the last monarch? Tudor
In history, on which island was Napoleon exiled from March to June 1815? Elba
In history, Peter the Great ruled which country from 1682-1725? Russia
In history, Philip II was the ruler of which country from 1556 to 1598? Spain
In history, President Lincoln was called ‘The Great’ what during The Civil War? Emancipator
In history, provoking the Falkland crisis, Argentina landed on the Falkland Islands searching for what type of metal? Scrap
In history, Queen Victoria laid the foundation stone of which concert hall in 1867? Albert Hall
In history, Queen Victoria succeeded which monarch to the British throne? William IV
In history, Saladin was a 12th century Sultan of Egypt and which other country? Syria
In history, Samurai were members of the military class of which country? Japan
In history, Saul was the first Old Testament king of which country? Israel
In history, since William the Conqueror, how many Kings of England have been named George? 6
In history, since William the Conqueror, how many Kings of England have been named Richard? 3
In history, Sir Malcolm Campbell set a land speed record of 301 mph in 1935 in which country? America
In history, the ‘Velocipede’ and ‘Penny-Farthing’ were early forms of what? Bicycles
In history, the ‘War of Jenkins’ Ear’ between Britain and Spain was the precursor to the ‘War of whichSuccession’? Austrian
In history, the 1899-1902 conflict between Britain and South Africa was known as the what ‘ War’? Boer
In history, the Battle of Balaclava was fought in which century? 19th
In history, the Battle of Bosworth was part of which wars which lasted from 1455-1485? Roses
In history, the Battle of Bunker Hill was the first significant conflict in the revolution of which country? America
In history, the Battle of Trafalgar took place off the coast of which European country in 1805? Spain
In history, the Battle of Trafalgar was fought in which century? 19th
In history, the beginning of Judaism in Palestine dates back to when? 1200 B.C.
In history, the Boxer Rebellion took place at the turn of the last century in which Asian country? China
In history, the British Navy defeated which country’s fleet in the Battle of the Nile in 1798? France
In history, the Canadian Pacific Railway ran from Vancouver to which French-Canadian city? Montreal
In history, the explorer Marco Polo was born in which country? Italy
In history, the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was a plot to destroy which English king? James I
In history, The Hundred Years War was fought between England and which other country: Germany or France? France
In history, the important document of 1776 that is subtitled ‘The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen United States of America’ is better known as the ‘Declaration of ‘ what? Independence
In history, the lack of what ‘P’ led to a famine in Ireland in 1847? Potatoes
In history, the Lower Paleolithic was the earliest part of which ancient period? Stone Age
In history, the Luftwaffe was the airforce of which country? Germany
In history, the markswoman Annie Oakley appeared in which ‘Wild West Show’? Buffalo Bill’s
In history, the May the Fourth Movement was a student demonstration that took place in which Asian country? China
In history, the Medici’s were the royal family of which European country? Italy
In history, the monarchy of which European country was abolished in 1973: Greece or Denmark? Greece
In history, the name ‘United States of America’ was first used officially in ‘The Declaration of ‘ what? Independence
In history, the names of the British invasion beaches at Normandy were Gold, Juno and what? Sword
In history, the nurse Florence Nightingale was nicknamed ‘The Lady of the ‘ what? Lamp
In history, the October Revolution took place in which country in 1917? Russia
In history, the Opium Wars took place between Britain and which Asian country? China
In history, The Peninsular War, which ended in 1814, was part of which 19th century wars? Napoleonic
In history, the revolutionary Nihilist movement originated in which country in the 19th century? Russia
In history, the Romanovs were the royal family of which European country? Russia
In history, the Royal Society, the UK’s oldest and most prestigious scientific institution, was founded in which century? 17th
In history, the Russian term ‘Tsar’ and the German term ‘Kaiser’ are both derived from which title for a Roman ruler? Caesar
In history, the Rye House Plot of 1683 was a conspiracy to kill which English king for his Roman Catholic leanings? Charles II
In history, the Rye House Plot was a conspiracy to assassinate which King in 1683? Charles II
In history, the Scottish prince who is said to have fled to the Isle of Skye in a boat after his 1746 defeat at Culloden is Bonnie Prince who? Charlie
In history, the Spanish Armada was sent to England in 1588 by what king? Phillip II
In history, the Spanish were first attracted to South America by rumors of which precious metal? Gold
In history, the term Jacobean can refer to furniture made during the reign of which English king? James I
In history, the Trans-Siberian Railway ran from Moscow to which city? Vladivostock
In history, the Wars of the Roses took place in which country during the 15th century? England
In history, the word ‘salary’ was derived from a Roman soldier’s allowance to buy what? Salt
In history, the year 1707 saw the Act of Union between England and which other British country? Scotland
In history, Umberto II was the king of which European country between 1904-83? Italy
In history, V-E Day occurred on which date? “May 8 1945”
In history, was ‘Stalag 17’ a prisoner-of-war camp in World War I or World War II? World War II
In history, was a ‘Roman Legion’ normally composed of 600 or 6,000 soldiers? “6 000”
In history, was a ‘Sepoy’ an Indian soldier or a Chinese sailor? Indian Soldier
In history, was Caligula a Roman or a Greek emperor? Roman
In history, was Robin Hood a real or fictional character? Fictional
In history, was Socrates or Plato born in 427 B.C.? Plato
In history, was the Battle of Bataan during WWII or the Korean War? WWII
In history, was the Battle of Edgehill in the English or American civil war? English
In history, was the measure of a league 1,000 paces or 1,500 paces of a Roman soldier? “1 500”
In history, was the small pet which nurse Florence Nightingale carried everywhere with her: a mouse or an owl? Owl
In history, was the World War I Battle of Jutland in 1916 fought on land or at sea? Sea
In history, were the Wars of the Roses fought in the 15th or 18th century? 15th
In history, what ‘A’ became the 49th state in 1959? Alaska
In history, what ‘A’ was the arena in which gladiators fought for the entertainment of the Roman people? Amphitheater
In history, what ‘C’ was the name given to robbers who stole from persons, prior to the introduction of pockets on items of clothing? Cutpurse
In history, what ‘C’ were cast into amphitheatres for the entertainment of the Roman people? Christians
In history, what ‘G’ was a large ship propelled by oars or sails in ancient and medieval times? Galley
In history, what ‘G’ were men who fought in amphitheaters for the entertainment of the Roman people? Gladiators
In history, what ‘G’ were men who fought in amphitheaters for the entertainment of the Roman people? Gladiators
In history, what ‘H’ was a system of writing used in ancient Egypt? Hieroglyphics
In history, what ‘M’ is the name given to the ship used by the ‘Pilgrim Fathers’ in 1620? Mayflower
In history, what ‘M’ was the first name of the man known as Mahatma Gandhi? Mohandas
In history, what ‘O’ is the name given to the former Turkish empire? Ottoman
In history, what ‘P’ was the King who sent the Spanish Armada to invade England? Philip II
In history, what ‘P’ were an ancient people who inhabited Scotland and used to conduct raids with the Scots on Roman Britain? Picts
In history, what ‘R’ was a Siberian mystic who had great influence over Czarina Alexandra and Czar Nicholas II? Rasputin
In history, what ‘S’ is a kind of chip developed by Texas Instruments in 1958? Silicon
In history, what ‘S’ was an ancient Greek city that trained its male citizens for war from childhood? Sparta
In history, what ‘S’ was the aircraft that was one of the fastest and most effective single-seat fighters of World War II? Spitfire
In history, what ‘S’ was the council of elders in Ancient Rome? Senate
In history, what ‘S’ were an ancient people who inhabited parts of central and northern Germany from Roman times then conquered and settled in southern England in the 5th and 6th centuries? Saxons
In history, what ‘T’ was a cart used to transport French prisoners from prison to La Guillotine? Tumbrel
In history, what ‘T’ was an English royal house of Henry VIII? Tudor
In history, what ‘T’ was The Royal House of Henry VIII? Tudor
In history, what ‘T’ was the type of open cart used during the French Revolution to take prisoners to the guillotine? Tumbril
In history, what ancient religious symbol was adopted as a symbol of the Nazi party? Swastika
In history, what city did Adolf Hitler study art in? Liverpool
In history, what color did Queen Victoria have banned from her own funeral proceedings? Black
In history, what color hair did Winston Churchill have when younger? Red
In history, what did Elisha Otis invent in 1852? Elevator
In history, what European was the leader of the first expedition to sail around the world? Magellan
In history, what French General aided the Americans in the American Revolution: Lafayette or Bonaparte? Lafayette
In history, what is the oldest university in the United Kingdom? Oxford
In history, what name did the west African country the Gold Coast take when it became independent from Britain in 1957? Ghana
In history, what name was given to London by the Romans? Londinium
In history, what nationality was Adolf Hitler? Austrian
In history, what prestigious prize did Albert Einstein win in 1921 for his work in physics? Nobel Prize
In history, what relation was Genghis Khan to Kublai Khan? Grandfather
In history, what type of weapon was a Mace? Club
In history, what Union was officially dissolved in 1991 to create the Commonwealth of Independent States? Soviet
In history, what was the first capital of Wessex, then England: Winchester or Salisbury? Winchester
In history, what was the last name of ‘Uncle Sam’, the Troy, New York meat packer who was saluted by Congress in 1961 as the ‘progenitor of American’s National Symbol of Uncle Sam’? Wilson
In history, what was the last year of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidency? 1945
In history, what was the name given to a body embalmed or treated for burial with preservatives by ancient Egyptians? Mummy
In history, what was the name given to a citadel or upper fortified part of an ancient Greek city? Acropolis
In history, what was the name given to the large open air arenas which were used by the Romans for gladiatorial contests and spectacles? Amphitheaters
In history, what was the name of the Captain of the ill-fated RMS Titanic? Edward Smith
In history, what was the name of the English royal dynasty which held the throne from the accession of Henry II to the death of Richard III? Plantagenet
In history, what was the name of the field near Calais where Francis l of France met Henry Vlll in 1520? Cloth of Gold
In history, what was the name of the first Roman emperor? Augustus
In history, what was the name of the Roman gladiator who headed the third revolt of the slaves against Rome in 73-71 BC? Spartacus
In history, what was the name of the ship from which a musketball was fired, killing Lord Nelson? Redoubtable
In history, what was the name of William the Conqueror’s wife? Matilda
In history, what was the nickname given to the purchase of Alaska: Seward’s Folly of Fulton’s Folly? Seward’s Folly
In history, what was the nickname of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s first lady? Lady Bird
In history, what was the profession of Sam Wilson, the progenitor of America’s National symbol of ‘Uncle Sam’? Meat packer
In history, what was the Roman name for London? Londinium
In history, what was the Roman name for the English town of Chester? Deva
In history, what WWII general was known as ‘Old Blood & Guts’? Patton
In history, where did Adolph Hitler’s 1923 Beer Hall Putsch take place? Munich
In history, where in Africa did Henry Morton Stanley find the explorer David Livingstone? Ujiji
In history, which ‘Revolution’ saw major changes in modes of production from the introduction of machinery? Industrial
In history, which American military invasion were the unarmed students at Kent State protesting on that tragic day in May, 1970? Cambodia
In history, which American outlaw, born Patrick Henry McCarty adopted the name of William Bonney was shot and killed by Sheriff Pat Garrett in 1881? Billy the Kid
In history, which animal forms the body of the Egyptian sphinx? Lion
In history, which Argentinean freedom fighter helped Fidel Castro to overthrow the Cuban dictator Batista in 1959? Che Guevara
In history, which battle was the first major battle of the American War Of Independence? Bunker Hill
In history, which British aristocrat brought the Elgin Marbles from Athens to the British Museum? Earl of Elgin
In history, which British Duke led allied forces in the decisive victory over Napoleon at Waterloo? Wellington
In history, which British Prime Minister flew to Munich to meet Adolf Hitler in 1938? Chamberlain
In history, which brothers invented the airplane in 1903? Wright
In history, which city is known as the home of the Medicis? Florence
In history, which country did Malcolm the Third rule from 1058 to 1093: England or Scotland? Scotland
In history, which country did Xerxes rule? Persia
In history, which country famously suffered ‘hyper-inflation’ in 1923? Germany
In history, which country had a queen named Marie Adelaide? Luxembourg
In history, which country suffered ‘A Day of Infamy’ on December 7, 1941? USA
In history, which country was renamed Democratic Kampuchea when Pol Pot took over in 1975? Cambodia
In history, which country won the Battle of Agincourt in 1415? England
In history, which device, named after a French physician, was used to behead people? Guillotine
In history, which eastern European country did King Zog rule until forced into exile in 1939? Albania
In history, which Egyptian city was named after Alexander the Great in 332 B.C.? Alexandria
In history, which English king came to the throne at the age of 8 months? Henry Vl
In history, which English king came to the throne in 1485? Henry VII
In history, which English King succeeded King George III: George IV, William IV or James II? George IV
In history, which English king was executed in 1649: Charles I or James II? Charles I
In history, which English king was known as ‘Crookback’? Richard III
In history, which English king was nicknamed ‘The Unready’? Ethelred
In history, which English king was on the throne at the time of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605: William III or James I? James I
In history, which English King was put to death in Berkeley Castle in 1327: Edward I, Edward II or Edward III? Edward II
In history, which English newspaper was first published in 1785, making it the oldest daily paper? Times
In history, which European country became a unified kingdom under the Royal House of Savoy in 1860? Italy
In history, which European country colonized Algeria between 1830 and 1860? France
In history, which European country did King Constantine II rule until forced into exile in 1967? Greece
In history, which European country gained independence from Spain in 1581? Netherlands
In history, which European country had colonies at Macou in China and Goa in India? Portugal
In history, which European country had colonies in Mozambique and Angola in Africa? Portugal
In history, which famous U.S. frontiersman was killed in 1836 while fighting for Texan independence at the Alamo? Davy Crockett
In history, which French monument was constructed by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 Paris Exhibition? Eiffel Tower
In history, which future King of England became the first Englishman to be given the title of Prince of Wales, in 1301? Charles II
In history, which general crossed The Alps with over thirty elephants in 218 BC? Hannibal
In history, which German war criminal was nicknamed ‘The Angel of Death’? Josef Mengele
In history, which German was responsible for printing the first Bible? Gutenberg
In history, which heroine helped the Young Pretender escape after the 1745 rebellion? Flora Macdonald
In history, which king married Anne of Denmark? James I
In history, which king of England met King Francis I of France in 1520 at the ‘Field of the Cloth of Gold’? Henry VIII
In history, which King was on the English throne at the time of the ‘Fire of London’: Charles I or Charles II? Charles II
In history, which mathematical function was invented by John Napier and is Greek for the phrase ‘number-reckoning’? Logarithms
In history, which native American Indian chief joined forces with Sitting Bull to defeat Custer at Little Big Horn? Crazy Horse
In history, which Native American was said to have saved the life of Englishman John Smith? Pocahontas
In history, which nobleman led the Scots to independence from the British in 1328? Robert Bruce
In history, which of the following did not serve on the Warren Commission to investigate the assassination of President Kennedy? George McGovern
In history, which of the Greek Muses would you associate with tragedy? Melpomene
In history, which of the Wright brothers made the first successful powered flight? Orville
In history, which organization was established in 1949 on the basis of the Treaty of Brussels? NATO
In history, which outlaw, born in 1866, was the best-known member of the Wild Bunch Gang? Butch Cassidy
In history, which period was characterized by primitive crop growing, stock rearing and the use of flint tools and weapons? Neolithic
In history, which pocket-sized magazine, featuring at least one article for each day of the month, was launched by a husband and wife in February 1922? Reader’s Digest
In history, which president authorized the Lewis and Clark expedition? Jefferson
In history, which president did Mary Todd marry? Lincoln
In history, which president followed James Garfield’s assassination? Arthur
In history, which president followed Woodrow Wilson? Harding
In history, which President pulled the U.S. out of the Olympics in the 1980? Carter
In history, which president suffered through the deaths of his three children before they reached adolescence and before he was elected president? Pierce
In history, which President was in office when women were given the national right to vote: Wilson or Harding? Wilson
In history, which Queen financed Columbus’s trip that resulted in the ‘Discovery of America’? Isabella
In history, which Russian author declined the Nobel prize for literature in 1958? Pasternak
In history, which Scottish clan were massacred at Glencoe in 1692? McDonalds
In history, which Scottish king and Shakespearean character came to the throne after killing his cousin Duncan I? Macbeth
In history, which Spanish city was absorbed into the Kingdoms of Aragon in 1137? Barcelona
In history, which Spanish city was the last Moorish stronghold in Spain? Granada
In history, which Turkish city was the capital of both the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires? Constantinople
In history, which US state became the 50th to join the Union in 1959? Hawaii
In history, which war between Arabs and Israelis took place in 1967? Six-day
In history, which war took place between France and England between 1337 and 1453? Hundred Years’
In history, which word describes the period or age that started about 8,000 years ago when humans discovered how to work with metal? Bronze
In history, who assumed the title of King of England when Charles I was executed: Charles II or James II? Charles II
In history, who crossed Niagara Falls by tightrope: Harry Houdini or Charles Blondin? Charles Blondin
In history, who did Adolf Hitler marry shortly before his death? Eva Braun
In history, who established the Mongol empire and became Khan of the Mongol tribes in 1206? Genghis Khan
In history, who first successfully flew the English Channel? Louis Bleriot
In history, who is the longest reigning monarch in Britain: Queen Victoria or King Henry VIII? Queen Victoria
In history, who is the only person to serve as president without ever winning a national election for any office? Gerald Ford
In history, who led the Quit India movement which began in 1942, against British rule in India? Mahatma Gandhi
In history, who levied the first taxes on goods imported into England: the Saxons or the Romans? Saxons
In history, who said ‘Give me liberty or give me death’? Patrick Henry
In history, who said ‘There will be no whitewash at the White House’? Nixon
In history, who was Adolf Hitler’s Propaganda Minister? Goebbels
In history, who was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth? Abraham Lincoln
In history, who was born first: John F. Kennedy or Ronald Reagan? Reagan
In history, who was convicted of assassinating Martin Luther King, Jr.? Ray
In history, who was President at the end of World War II? Harry Truman
In history, who was President when Prohibition went into effect? Wilson
In history, who was president when the U.S. declared war against Japan in World War II? Roosevelt
In history, who was Roman Emperor at the time of Boadicea’s rebellion? Nero
In history, who was Roman Emperor at the time of Christ’s crucifixion? Tiberius
In history, who was the father of President John Quincy Adams? John Adams
In history, who was the father of Solomon? King David
In history, who was the first American president to be assassinated? Lincoln
In history, who was the first European to explore the Brazilian coast and gave his name to America? Vespucci
In history, who was the first President of the United States? Washington
In history, who was the last wife of British king Henry VIII? Catherine Parr
In history, who was the last Yorkist King of England, who was killed at the Battle of Bosworth in 1485: Henry VII or Richard III? Richard III
In history, who was the woman whose refusal to sit in the back of a bus fired up the Civil Rights Movement: Rosa Parks or Susan B. Anthony? Parks
In history, who wrote the pamphlet ‘Common Sense’ ? Thomas Paine
In history, who, in 1485, was crowned the first English King from the House of Tudor? Henry VII
In history, who, in 1969, said ‘Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed’? Neil Armstrong
In history, with which European country did England sign the Treaty of Windsor in 1386: France or Portugal? Portugal
In hockey, when the attacking team tries to exploit its numerical advantage when the other team has players in the penalty box, it’s called a ‘ ‘ what? Power Play
In hockey, which team won the Stanley Cup after a fifty year drought? N.Y. Rangers
In home carpentry, coping and band are both types of which tool? Saw
In horse racing, is the 1000 Guineas a race for male or female horses? Female
In horse racing, which champion jockey was seriously injured in a plane crash in 2000? Frankie Dettori
In horse racing, which race course is a Triple Crown course: Belmont or Garden State? Belmont
In horse racing, which Triple Crown race is run at Churchill Downs? Kentucky Derby
In horse racing, which Triple Crown race is run at Pimlico? Preakness
In horse racing, who was the only jockey ever to ride two different horses to the Triple Crown? Eddie Arcaro
In horse-racing, Nimbus’s victory in the 1949 Derby was the first to be decided by what method? Photo Finish
In horse-racing, which state does not host a Triple Crown race? Virginia
In horseracing, is the track’s betting board called a ‘Tote Board’ or a ‘Odds’ board’? Tote
In horseracing, what ‘M’ describes a race for horses yet to win a race only? Maiden
In horseracing, what ‘T’ is a bet involving the first three places in order? Trifecta
In horseracing, which jockey held the record for lifetime wins until December 1999? Bill Shoemaker
In housing, what ‘S’ is the name for someone illegally occupying someone else’s property? Squatter
In human anatomy, by what name is the collar bone also known? Clavicle
In human anatomy, by what name is the thigh bone also known? Femur
In human biology, ‘Gustation’ describes which of the senses: taste, hearing or smell? Taste
In human biology, ‘peepers’ is a slang term for which part of the body? Eyes
In human biology, approximately how many milliliters of blood are present per kilogram of weight: 17ml or 70 ml 70ml
In human biology, approximately how much blood is in the average human body: 6 or 10 quarts? 6
In human biology, as what ‘S’ is your cranium more commonly known? Skull
In human biology, as what is the sternum more commonly known? Breastbone
In human biology, as what is the tympanic membrane found in the ear, more commonly known? Eardrum
In human biology, can the coccyx be found at the top or bottom of the spine? Bottom
In human biology, cranial nerves are found in which part of the body? Skull
In human biology, craniology is the scientific study of which part of the skeleton? Skull
In human biology, dermatology is the branch of medicine concerned with disorders of the what? Skin
In human biology, do arteries carry blood away from or towards the heart? Away
In human biology, do beta-blockers affect the heart or the liver? Heart
In human biology, do red or white blood cells transport oxygen? Red
In human biology, does an overactive thyroid gland increase or decrease the rate of metabolism? Increase
In human biology, does the enzyme lipase break down proteins or fats? Fats
In human biology, does the lumbar region refer to the upper or lower area of the back? Lower
In human biology, does the skeleton contain 206 or 236 bones? 206
In human biology, for what does the ‘T’ stand in the in-flight condition ‘DVT’? Thrombosis
In human biology, glossitis is the inflammation of which organ of the body? Tongue
In human biology, hepatitis is the inflammation of which organ of the body? Liver
In human biology, how are conjoined twins more commonly known? Siamese
In human biology, how many bones are there in the adult human body? 206
In human biology, how many ovaries can be found in the female body? 2
In human biology, how many pairs of chromosomes are there in a normal cell: 23 or 33? 23
In human biology, how many pairs of ribs are there? 12
In human biology, how many pairs of ribs does the adult human have? 12
In human biology, in what organ is the tricuspid valve found? Heart
In human biology, in what part of the body is the bone called the Trapezium? Wrist
In human biology, in which organ is the medulla oblongata found? Brain
In human biology, in which part of the body is the cerebellum and medulla? Brain
In human biology, in which part of the body is the pineal gland? Brain
In human biology, in which part of the body is the Posterior Chamber: the eye or the stomach? Eye
In human biology, in which part of the body would you find the adrenal glands? Kidneys
In human biology, is the humerus located in the arm or the leg? Arm
In human biology, is the pinna the external or internal part of the ear? External
In human biology, is the prostate gland found only in men or only in women? Men
In human biology, is the thyroid gland situated in the neck or the brain? Neck
In human biology, is the tibia located in the arm or the leg? Leg
In human biology, is the tibia to be found in the upper or lower leg? Lower
In human biology, is the trachea located in the throat or the leg? Throat
In human biology, Kyphosis is an abnormal curvature of which part of the body? Spine
In human biology, pediatrics is concerned with the treatment of whom? Children
In human biology, photo-receptors found in the eye are sensitive to what? Light
In human biology, rickets is a disease caused by a lack of which vitamin: C or D? D
In human biology, rods and cones can be found in which organ of the body? Eye
In human biology, sinusitis is an inflammation of membranes in which part of the head? Nose
In human biology, the ‘phalanges’ is the correct medical name for what part of the body? Fingers
In human biology, the atria are the two upper chambers of which organ? Heart
In human biology, the ear and the eye are known as what ‘R’ within the nervous system? Receptors
In human biology, the gall bladder stores what ‘B’, secreted from the liver? Bile
In human biology, the largest bone in the body is the femur or tibia? Femur
In human biology, the pituitary gland is situated within which part of the skeleton? Skull
In human biology, the sinoatrial node can be found in which part of the body? Heart
In human biology, the thyroid gland is situated in which part of the body? Neck
In human biology, the what is a curved transparent membrane about 12 millimeters in diameter that covers the front part of the eye? Cornea
In human biology, there are two bones in the lower arm: the radius and what? Ulna
In human biology, there are two types of respiration – aerobic and what? Anaerobic
In human biology, what ‘A’ is a condition produced by a deficiency of oxygen in the blood that can be caused by suffocation? Asphyxia
In human biology, what ‘A’ is a hyper-sensitive reaction by the body to substances harmless to most individuals? Allergy
In human biology, what ‘A’ is a protein molecule that is produced in the blood to protect from invading substances? Antibody
In human biology, what ‘A’ is the name given to the single pair of glands found at the upper end of each kidney? Adrenal
In human biology, what ‘A’ is the section of the body between the diaphragm and the pelvis that contains the stomach, intestines and other organs? Abdomen
In human biology, what ‘A’ is the word for a scraped area of skin? Abrasion
In human biology, what ‘B’ is a bitter yellowish fluid which is secreted by the liver and aids digestion? Bile
In human biology, what ‘B’ is a congenital mark on the body, more correctly called a ‘nevus’? Birthmark
In human biology, what ‘B’ is a discoloration that appears on the skin if it is damaged without being broken? Bruise
In human biology, what ‘B’ is a reddening of the skin usually associated with embarrassment? Blush
In human biology, what ‘B’ is another word for respiration? Breathing
In human biology, what ‘B’ is another word used to describe the large intestine? Bowel
In human biology, what ‘B’ is protected by the cranium? Brain
In human biology, what ‘B’ is stored in the gall bladder? Bile
In human biology, what ‘C’ is a more common term for mastication? Chewing
In human biology, what ‘C’ is a section of the large intestine? Colon
In human biology, what ‘C’ is a violent, involuntary contraction or spasm of the muscles? Convulsion
In human biology, what ‘C’ is an organ found in the ear that converts sound vibrations into nerve impulses? Cochlea
In human biology, what ‘C’ is the lower solid portion of the vertebral column? Coccyx
In human biology, what ‘C’, manufactured in the liver, is a waste product associated with the increased risk of heart disease? Cholesterol
In human biology, what ‘D’ is any harmful change that interferes with the normal appearance, structure or function of the body? Disease
In human biology, what ‘D’ is the main, calcareous part of a tooth, beneath the enamel and surrounding the pulp chamber and root canals? Dentine
In human biology, what ‘D’ is the process by which food is assimilated in the stomach and bowels? Digestion
In human biology, what ‘E’ describes a fertilized egg under seven weeks of age? Embryo
In human biology, what ‘E’ is a flap of cartilage that prevents food and fluid from entering the windpipe during swallowing? Epiglottis
In human biology, what ‘E’ is a piece of cartilage which stops food from entering the trachea when swallowing? Epiglottis
In human biology, what ‘E’ is an outbreak of infectious disease affecting large numbers of people at the same time? Epidemic
In human biology, what ‘E’ is the medical term for the gullet? Esophagus
In human biology, what ‘E’ is the more common name for the tympanic membrane? Ear drum
In human biology, what ‘E’ is the name given to the condition in which an artery is blocked by a blood clot? Embolism
In human biology, what ‘F’ are the tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus? Fallopian
In human biology, what ‘F’ is a means of personal identification and has categories including whorls, arches and loops? Fingerprints
In human biology, what ‘F’ is a small brown spot found on the skin containing an excess of the pigment melanin? Freckle
In human biology, what ‘F’ is the protein in blood plasma that assists in blood coagulation? Fibrinogen
In human biology, what ‘F’ is the term applied to non-identical twins? Fraternal
In human biology, what ‘F’ is the upper bone of the leg? Femur
In human biology, what ‘G’ is an organ that stores bile? Gall Bladder
In human biology, what ‘G’ is another word for the intestines? Gut
In human biology, what ‘H’ is a condition caused by a spasm of the diaphragm? Hiccup
In human biology, what ‘H’ is another word used to describe the big toe? Hallux
In human biology, what ‘I’ is the form in which a unit of information is carried by the nervous system? Impulse
In human biology, what ‘I’ is the hormone secreted by the pancreas? Insulin
In human biology, what ‘K’ is a substance which is a component of skin, hair and nails? Keratin
In human biology, what ‘K’ is the fibrous structural protein of hair, nails, horn, hoofs, wool and feathers? Keratin
In human biology, what ‘K’ is the major protein component of hair? Keratin
In human biology, what ‘L’ are the glands in which tears are produced? Lachrymal
In human biology, what ‘L’ is a group of fat-digesting enzymes produced in the stomach? Lipase
In human biology, what ‘L’ is another name for the ‘Adam’s Apple’? Larynx
In human biology, what ‘L’ is the small band of fibrous tissue by which bones are bound together? Ligament
In human biology, what ‘M’ is a dark-colored pigment produced by the skin when stimulated by sunlight? Melanin
In human biology, what ‘M’ is a small dark raised spot on the skin that shares its name with a small animal? Mole
In human biology, what ‘M’ is a word used to describe the bone of the lower jaw? Mandible
In human biology, what ‘M’ is a word used to describe the bone of the upper jaw? Maxilla
In human biology, what ‘M’ is part of the body that takes in food and modifies sound to make speech? Mouth
In human biology, what ‘M’ is the medical term for short-sightedness? Myopia
In human biology, what ‘M’ is the name given to the jawbone? Mandible
In human biology, what ‘N’ is the inflammation of the kidney? Nephritis
In human biology, what ‘O’ is absorbed during respiration? Oxygen
In human biology, what ‘P’ consists of mainly water and salt and is produced by glands in the dermis? Perspiration
In human biology, what ‘P’ helps to control bleeding? Platelets
In human biology, what ‘P’ is a gland in which digestive enzymes are produced? Pancreas
In human biology, what ‘P’ is a gland which is located at the base of the brain? Pituitary
In human biology, what ‘P’ is a part of the body situated close to the duodenum: the pancreas or the pharynx? Pancreas
In human biology, what ‘P’ is also known as the lower limb girdle? Pelvis
In human biology, what ‘P’ is an artificial substitute for a part of the body? Prosthesis
In human biology, what ‘P’ is an epidemic occurring over a wide geographical area? Pandemic
In human biology, what ‘P’ is the adjective pertaining to the lungs? Pulmonary
In human biology, what ‘P’ is the organ responsible for regulating the blood sugar level? Pancreas
In human biology, what ‘S’ describes the act of excreting perspiration through the pores in the skin? Sweating
In human biology, what ‘S’ describes the breastbone? Sternum
In human biology, what ‘S’ is affected by eczema and dermatitis? Skin
In human biology, what ‘S’ is an important part of the mononuclear phagocyte system made up of lymphoid tissue? Spleen
In human biology, what ‘S’ is another name for the shoulder blade? Scapula
In human biology, what ‘S’ is the column of 26 vertebrae running down the back of the body? Spine
In human biology, what ‘S’ is the common name for Herpes Zoster? Shingles
In human biology, what ‘S’ is the fluid secreted into the mouth to aid digestion? Saliva
In human biology, what ‘S’ is the name of the disease caused by lack of vitamin C? Scurvy
In human biology, what ‘S’ is your breastbone? Sternum
In human biology, what ‘T’ are the lachrymal glands responsible for? Tears
In human biology, what ‘T’ is a gland which controls the rate of metabolism in the body? Thyroid
In human biology, what ‘T’ is the muscular organ situated on the floor of the mouth? Tongue
In human biology, what ‘T’ is the part of the body enclosed by the ribs? Thorax
In human biology, what ‘T’ is the proper name of the windpipe? Trachea
In human biology, what ‘V’ are a series of small bones that make up the spine? Vertebrae
In human biology, what ‘V’ describes the two lower chambers of the heart? Ventricles
In human biology, what ‘V’ is the muscular chamber that pumps blood out of the heart? Ventricle
In human biology, what ‘W’ is a type of deep cough, ending in a peculiar high pitched sound and is most common in children? Whooping Cough
In human biology, what ‘W’ is the common name for ‘Pertussis’? Whooping Cough
In human biology, what are femur, patella and radius types of? Bones
In human biology, what can be true, false or floating? Ribs
In human biology, what happens to the pupil of the eye when it becomes dilated: does it become smaller or larger? Larger
In human biology, what hormone is responsible for the male sex drive? Testosterone
In human biology, what is dyspepsia more commonly known as? Indigestion
In human biology, what is the ‘S’ word for the clear, yellowish liquid that separates from blood after clotting? Serum
In human biology, what is the common name given to a pollen allergy? Hay Fever
In human biology, what is the common name given to the thin membrane that is found between the middle ear and outer ear? Ear Drum
In human biology, what is the common term used to describe a myocardial infarction? Heart Attack
In human biology, what is the endocrine disease caused by the slowing down of insulin production? Diabetes
In human biology, what is the longest bone in the body? Femur
In human biology, what is the more common name for the clavicle? Collar Bone
In human biology, what is the more common name given to a physiological lack of sleep? Insomnia
In human biology, what is the name of the film that collects on teeth and causes tooth decay? Plaque
In human biology, what is the name of the gland that controls the level of glucose in the blood? Pancreas
In human biology, what is the name of the layer of tissue at the back of the eye where an image is formed? Retina
In human biology, what is the name of the part of the eye which gives it its color? Iris
In human biology, what is the name of the pigmented muscular curtain in the eye that is perforated by the pupil? Iris
In human biology, what is the name of the rigid body tissue which makes up the skeleton? Bone
In human biology, what is the proper name for the upper jaw bone: Mandible or Maxilla? Mandible
In human biology, what is the scapula? Shoulder Blade
In human biology, what name is given to the roof of the mouth cavity? Palate
In human biology, what name is given to the study of radiation and radioactivity in medicine? Radiology
In human biology, what name is given to the study of the structure and function of the skin? Dermatology
In human biology, what name is given to the tendon connecting calf muscles to the heel? Achilles tendon
In human biology, what name is given to the thread-like bodies containing genes? Chromosomes
In human biology, what term is used to describe the process of breathing out? Expiration
In human biology, what type of blood cell is a Erythrocyte: red or white? Red
In human biology, what type of blood cell is a lymphocyte: red or white? White
In human biology, what vessels take blood away from the heart? Arteries
In human biology, when is a birthmark formed: before or after birth? Before
In human biology, where in the body would you find the ‘labyrinth’? Ear
In human biology, where in the body would you find the Haversian Canal: bones or skin? Bones
In human biology, where would you find a child’s ‘Fontanelle’? Skull
In human biology, where would you find the thalamus gland? Brain
In human biology, which are the last teeth to develop, usually in early adulthood? Wisdom
In human biology, which bone is the outer and narrower of the two bones of the human lower leg, extending from the knee to the ankle? Fibula
In human biology, which bones strengthen the walls of the thorax? Ribs
In human biology, which canal in the body is also known as the digestive tract? Alimentary
In human biology, which complaint is caused by a lack of vitamin D? Rickets
In human biology, which fluid is pumped by the heart through the arteries and veins? Blood
In human biology, which hormone is produced in a man’s testes? Testosterone
In human biology, which hormone is produced in the pancreas? Insulin
In human biology, which hormone is secreted by the pineal gland? Melatonin
In human biology, which organ lies crosswise behind the stomach, produces digestive juices and insulin? Pancreas
In human biology, which organ of the body contains the vitreous humor and the cornea? Eye
In human biology, which organ of the body is enclosed by a membranous sac called the pericardium? Heart
In human biology, which organ on the right side of the body is the main organ of metabolism? Liver
In human biology, which organ removes excess salt from the blood? Kidneys
In human biology, which part of your body is correctly known as your ‘Pollex’? Thumb
In human biology, which vitamin is essential for the blood clotting process? K
In human biology, within which organ is glycogen stored? Liver
In humans, approximately what percentage of the body in weight is water: 20, 60 or 90? 60
In humans, are arches, whorls, loops and composites types of bone structure or fingerprints? Fingerprints
In humans, are synapses found only in the brain or everywhere in the nervous system? Everywhere
In humans, can bald people have dandruff? Yes
In humans, do arteries carry blood to the heart or from the heart? From the Heart
In humans, does an adult human being have 206 or 606 bones? 206
In humans, if you had calvities would you be bald or color blind? Bald
In humans, is the Alimentary Canal a passage for food or blood? Food
In humans, near which organ of the body are the lachrymal glands located: the eyes or the mouth? Eyes
In humans, near which organ of the body are the lingual glands located: the tongue or heart? Tongue
In humans, the back of which joint is called the ‘popliteal’? Knee
In humans, the lingual artery supplies blood to which organ: the tongue or the eye? Tongue
In humans, the Mandible and the Maxilla form what? Jaw
In humans, the right lung is composed of three lobes. Of how many lobes is the left lung composed? 2
In humans, the term ‘dermatology’ refers to the study of what? Skin
In humans, the term ‘Osseous’ refers to which parts of the body? Bones
In humans, what ‘C’ is dense connective tissue which together with bone forms the skeleton? Cartilage
In humans, what ‘C’ is the outer layer of overlapping flat cells of human skin? Cuticle
In humans, what ‘G’ is the name given to a cyst that occurs on either side of the knee, wrist or ankle? Ganglion
In humans, what ‘H’ are chemicals that regulate body functions, such as metabolism, growth, and sexual development? Hormones
In humans, what ‘H’ is the technical term for low blood pressure? Hypotension
In humans, what ‘J’ is the name given to any of the four veins that drain blood from the head and neck? Jugular
In humans, what ‘P’ is the name given to the period during which an individual becomes sexually mature? Puberty
In humans, what ‘P’ is the name of the liquid portion of the blood? Plasma
In humans, what ‘S’ is the more common name for the medical condition strabismus? Squint
In humans, what ‘S’ is the proper name for the breastbone? Sternum
In humans, what ‘T’ are two small masses of lymphoid tissue situated on either side at the back of the mouth? Tonsils
In humans, what artery in the wrist is used to check the pulse? Radial
In humans, where in the body is the septum? Nose
In humans, where in the body is the soft palate? Mouth
In ice hockey, a player who scores three goals in one game is said to have scored a ‘Hat ‘ what? Trick
In ice hockey, what city is currently home for the Mighty Ducks? Anaheim
In India, is the head of state a monarch, a dictator or a prime minister? Prime Minister
In Indian cooking, is ‘aloo’ a type of potato or bean? Potato
In Indian cooking, is ‘khir’ a type of milk or spice? Milk
In Indian cooking, naan, or nan, is a type of what? Bread
In Indian food, the word ‘Dhal’ refers specifically to which type of dish? Lentil
In Indian food, the word ‘Sag’ refers specifically to which edible green plant? Spinach
In Indian music, are ‘Tabla’ pipes or drums? Drums
In Indian religion, which Hindu deity is the god of creation? Brahma
In industry, the Frasch Process is a method of extracting which element, with the chemical symbol ‘S’? Sulfur
In industry, the Haber Bosch process is a method of extracting which chemical beginning with the letter ‘A’? Ammonia
In industry, with which gemstone is the city of Antwerp particularly associated? Diamonds
In International politics, was NATO set up in 1949 or 1978? 1949
In international politics, was the United Nations set up in 1945 or 1975? 1945
In international weights and measures, for what do the initials ‘cm’ stand? Centimeter
In inventions, what ‘P’ is the name given to a test version of a new design? Prototype
In inventions, what ‘P’ is the name given to the grant made by a government that confers upon the creator of an invention the sole right to make, use, and sell that invention for a set period of time? Patent
In Ireland, Sligo’s county museum holds a collection of manuscripts written by William Butler who? Yeats
In Irish folklore, what was the occupation of a Leprechaun? Cobbler
In Islam, what ‘C’ was established to provide political and religious leadership for the Muslim community following the death of the prophet Mohammed? Caliphate
In Islam, what ‘M’ was the birthplace of the prophet Mohammed? Mecca
In J.K. Rowling’s ‘Harry Potter’ novels, what is the name of the school that Harry attends? Hogwarts
In January 2001, which Rolling Stones singer agreed to pay child support to Brazilian model Luciana Morad? Mick Jagger
In Japan, is a ‘koto’ a plant, a musical instrument or an item of clothing? Instrument
In Japan, the Yen is made up of one hundred what? Sen
In Japanese mythology, is Hachiman the god of war or peace? War
In jazz music, what instrument was Louis Armstrong famous for playing? Trumpet
In Jazz, with which instrument was band-leader Benny Goodman most commonly associated? Clarinet
In Jazz, with which instrument was band-leader Duke Ellington most commonly associated? Piano
In Jewish history, what ‘K’ is a word used to mean ‘fit to be eaten according to Jewish ritual’? Kosher
In Jewish history, what ‘S’ was a king who erected the Temple in Jerusalem? Solomon
In John Buchan’s spy thriller novel, how many steps were in the title? 39
In Judaism, at what age do girls undergo the ceremony of Bat Mitzvah? 13
In Judaism, the Sabbath is which day of the week? Saturday
In Judaism, what ‘K’ is the word for permitted food? Kosher
In Judaism, what is the name of the ceremony for 13 year-old boys attaining religious adulthood? Bar Mitzvah
In July 1960, the world’s first female prime minister took office in which country? Sri Lanka
In July 1981, where did Prince Charles marry Lady Diana Spencer? St. Paul’s
In June 1944, when the Allied forces invaded occupied Europe, the invasion was called what? D-day
In karate, what color belt is traditionally given to someone who is just beginning their training? White
In Kipling’s ‘The Jungle Book’, what kind of animal is Rikki-Tikki Tavi? Mongoose

In (L to M…)

In language, ‘beth’ and ‘heth’ are letters used in which alphabet? Hebrew
In language, ‘mater’ is the Latin word for which member of the family? Mother
In language, ‘pater’ is the Latin word for which member of the family? Father
In language, according to the saying, what creature would you be said to drink like if you consumed a great deal of alcohol? Fish
In language, according to the saying, what item of clothing would you eat if you were very surprised to be proved wrong? Hat
In language, by what acronym is ‘Sound Navigation And Ranging’ better known? SONAR
In language, does the Latin word ‘verbatim’ mean ‘word for word’ or ‘as is said’? Word for word
In language, does the Russian word ‘Babushka’ literally translate to grandmother or mother? Grandmother
In language, finish off this Latin term meaning ‘Something for Something’ – ‘Quid Pro ‘ what? Quo
In language, if you are a very courageous person, you are described as ‘Lion-‘ what? Hearted
In language, if you are of a timid nature, which animal wouldn’t you say ‘boo’ to? Goose
In language, is the English word ‘alphabet’ derived from the first two letters of the Greek or the Latin alphabet? Greek
In language, is the phrase ‘fought like a lion’ a metaphor or a simile? Simile
In language, is the word ‘cadenza’ a musical term or a piece of furniture? Musical Term
In language, is the word ‘opinion’ a noun or an adjective? Noun
In language, is the word ‘superstition’ an adjective or a noun? Noun
In language, the Greek alphabet has Alpha for A but what is for D? Delta
In language, what ‘A’ is the French word for a superhighway? Autoroute
In language, what ‘A’ is the German word for a motorway? Autobahn
In language, what ‘C’ is a dead end street? Cul de Sac
In language, what ‘C’ is both an accordion like instrument and a word describing anything that collapses in a series of folds? Concertina
In language, what ‘F’ can be added to the words ‘Gold’, ‘Green’ and ‘Bull’ to make three types of bird? Finch
In language, what ‘H’ is the name for Switzerland? Helvetia
In language, what ‘L’ is a humorous five line poem? Limerick
In language, what ‘L’ is both a musical term meaning ‘slow’ and the name of one of the Florida Keys? Largo
In language, what ‘N’ is the Japanese name for Japan? Nippon
In language, what ‘R’ is a question, used by public speakers, that does not require an answer? Rhetorical
In language, what ‘S’ refers to a group of lines in a poem? Stanza
In language, what ‘T’ can be added to the words ‘Great’, ‘Crested’ and ‘Bearded’ to make three types of bird? Tit
In language, what ‘W’ did Oscar Wilde consider to be the curse of the drinking classes? Work
In language, what acronym is the ‘Department of Motor Vehicles’ better known as? DMV
In language, what color elephant implies that a possession is unwanted by its owner? White
In language, what does the Spanish word ‘Adios’ translate to in English? Goodbye
In language, what does the term ‘adagio’ mean when used in music? Slow
In language, what in army slang is a ‘pineapple’? Grenade
In language, what in navy slang is referred to as the ‘head’ or ‘heads’ onboard a ship? Toilets
In language, what is a word used to name or identify any of a class of persons, places or things called? Noun
In language, what is the French word for the number four? Quatre
In language, what is the opposite of Diurnal? Nocturnal
In language, what is the opposite of Dystopia? Utopia
In language, what is the opposite of extrovert? Introvert
In language, what is the opposite of inhale? Exhale
In language, what is the Spanish for ‘Goodbye’? Adios
In language, what is the term for a descriptive word? Adjective
In language, what is the usual first name used by radio operators to denote understanding of a received message? Roger
In language, what Latin word meaning ‘Bearer of Light’ is another name for the devil? Lucifer
In language, what name is given to the part of speech that describes or qualifies a noun? Adjective
In language, what part of speech is a word naming a characteristic of a noun, such as large, red, or strong? Adjective
In language, what part of speech modifies or qualifies a verb? Adverb
In language, what punctuation mark is used to indicate the possessive case? Apostrophe
In language, what type of cheese is also a slang term for money? Cheddar
In language, what word is both a type of root plant and a hair color? Ginger
In language, what word is both a willow tree and a description of the skin or complexion? Sallow
In language, what word is derived from a modern plural of the Latin for ‘the place where three roads meet’? Trivia
In language, what word is used to describe ‘an action word’? Verb
In language, what word is used to describe two words which have the same or similar meanings? Synonym
In language, which drink takes its name from the Gaelic for ‘Water of Life’? Whisky
In language, which French phrase means ‘double meaning’? Double Entendre
In language, which Japanese word literally means ‘Divine Wind? Kamikaze
In language, which word for a business magnate comes from the Japanese for ‘great prince’? Tycoon
In language, which word is an exclamation of delight, originally used by the scientist Archimedes, on his discovery of The Law of Fluid Displacement? Eureka
In language, which word is the name of a bird of prey and a flying toy? Kite
In language, which word is the name of a game bird of the sandpiper family and also means to shoot from a concealed position? Snipe
In language, which word means both a place to park an aircraft and a cook’s pinafore? Apron
In language, which word means both a structure over a river and a card game derived from whist? Bridge
In language, which word, for a person who lives and roams freely, is believed to originate from Egypt? Gypsy
In language, words that are similar in meaning are known as what? Synonyms
In late 19th century art, with which European country was the ‘Impressionist Movement’ chiefly associated? France
In Latin America, what ‘P’ is the name given to a type of hat and is also the name of a country? Panama
In Latin American tradition, what do families unite to eat over the Christmas and New Years holidays? Tamales
In law, what ‘A’ is someone who is not a citizen of the country in which they live? Alien
In law, what ‘B’ is money given to the court to obtain someone’s release and guarantee that they will return for trial? Bail
In law, what ‘B’ is someone who marries while still legally married to another person? Bigamist
In law, what ‘C’ is an admission of guilt? Confession
In law, what ‘C’ is usually a written document, signed by two or more people who wish to make a legal agreement? Contract
In law, what ‘C’ means behavior that shows lack of respect for the authority of a court? Contempt
In law, what ‘D’ means the injuring of a person’s good name or reputation? Defamation
In law, what ‘G’ is the term given to an individual who has legal custody of a person, especially a minor? Guardian
In law, what ‘H’ is the term given to a person legally entitled to the belongings of another on that person’s death? Heir
In law, what ‘L’ is the offense for slandering someone? Libel
In law, what ‘P’ is the conditional release of a prisoner from jail? Parole
In law, what ‘P’ is the crime of deliberately making a false statement under oath? Perjury
In law, what area does the ‘Maritime Law’ cover? Sea
In law, what bankruptcy ‘Chapter’ number allows for a super-discharge of all debts? 13
In law, what does ‘C’ stand in ACLU? Civil
In law, what does the ‘B’ most commonly stand for in ‘ABA’? Bar
In law, what is the name of the document demanding your presence in court? Summons
In law, what is the name of the person who is responsible for security in a courtroom? Bailiff
In literature who was the author of ‘Brideshead Revisited’ and ‘Vile Bodies’? Evelyn Waugh
In literature who was the author that created the characters ‘Moll Flanders’ and ‘Robinson Crusoe’? Daniel Defoe
In literature, ‘Barbara ‘ who wrote the atmospheric 2000 thriller ‘Grasshopper’? Vine
In literature, ‘Big Brother is watching you’ was a line on a poster in what George Orwell novel? 1984
In literature, ‘Bring on the Empty Horses’ is an autobiography of which British actor? David Niven
In literature, ‘Death in the Afternoon’, written in 1932, is Ernest Hemingway’s account of what? Bullfighting
In literature, ‘God bless us, every one was the last line of which Charles Dickens novel? Christmas Carol
In literature, ‘Homage to Catalonia’, written in 1938, is George Orwell’s account of his participation in which war? Spanish Civil
In literature, ‘Jane Eyre’ was written by which Bront sister? Charlotte
In literature, ‘John ‘ who wrote the 1991 thriller ‘The Firm’? Grisham
In literature, ‘Monsoon’, centering on the Courtney family, is a novel by which author? Wilbur Smith
In literature, ‘Paradise Lost’ and ‘Paradise Regained’ are works by which British author? Milton
In literature, ‘Parcel Arrived Safely: Tied With String’ is the autobiography of which ‘Barnum’ star? Crawford
In literature, ‘Shattered’, centering on the equestrian world, is a novel by which author? Dick Francis
In literature, ‘Siegfried ‘ who, was a war poet who wrote ‘The Old Huntsman’ in 1917 and ‘Counter-Attack’ in 1918? Sassoon
In literature, ‘Stamboul Train’, which was published in 1932, was written by ‘Graham’ who? Greene
In literature, ‘The Blandings’ stories and which other main novel series were written by P.G. Wodehouse? Jeeves Novels
In literature, ‘The Burial of the Dead’, ‘A Game of Chess’, and ‘What the Thunder Said’ are parts of which poem by T.S. Eliot? The Waste Land
In literature, ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’ was created by which author? Dumas
In literature, ‘The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock’ is a famous poem by which 20th century writer? T.S. Eliot
In literature, ‘The Power and the Glory’ and ‘Brighton Rock’ were written by which novelist? Graham Greene
In literature, ‘The Remorseful Day’ was the last novel featuring which fictional police inspector? Morse
In literature, ‘The Top Ten of ‘ what is a best-selling reference book produced annually by Russell Ash? Everything
In literature, ‘Wuthering Heights’ was written by which Bront sister? Emily
In literature, according to Milton’s ‘Paradise Lost’, for how many days did the rebel angels fall when they were cast out of Heaven? 9
In literature, Arnold Bennett wrote ‘The Old Wives …’ what? Tale
In literature, Arthur Golden wrote which 1998 novel ‘Memoirs of a ‘ what? Geisha
In literature, at what number Baker Street did Sherlock Holmes live? 221B
In literature, author Tennessee Williams real first name was what? Thomas
In literature, Bassanio asks who to lend him money in ‘The Merchant of Venice’? Antonio
In literature, Benvolio was a cousin of which famous Shakespearean lover? Romeo
In literature, Big Brother is a character in which George Orwell novel? 1984
In literature, Blanche du Bois is the main character of the Tennessee Williams novel ‘A Streetcar Named ‘ what? Desire
In literature, by what name are the authors Kingsley Amis, John Osbourne and John Braine collectively known? Angry Young Men
In literature, Caliban is a character in which Shakespeare tragedy? The Tempest
In literature, Captain Hook appears in which J.M. Barrie novel? Peter Pan
In literature, Cassius is a character in which Shakespeare tragedy? Julius Caesar
In literature, complete the name of this Charles Dickens novel, ‘Martin ‘ what? Chuzzlewit
In literature, complete the name of this Henry Fielding novel: ‘Tom’ what? Jones
In literature, complete the title of Ian Fleming’s 1965 novel, ‘The Man with the Golden ‘ what? Gun
In literature, complete the title of Malcolm Bradbury’s 1959 novel, ‘Eating People is ‘ what? Wrong
In literature, complete the title of poet Ted Hughes’ children’s story written in 1968, ‘The Iron ‘ what? Giant
In literature, complete the title of T.S. Eliot’s 1939 book of verse for children, ‘Old Possums Book of whatCats’, the work on which the musical ‘Cats’ is based. Practical
In literature, complete the title of the 1912 novel by Thomas Mann: ‘Death in ‘ where? Venice
In literature, complete the title of the 1939 Raymond Chandler novel, ‘The Big ‘ what? Sleep
In literature, complete the title of the 1953 Raymond Chandler novel, ‘The Long ‘ what? Goodbye
In literature, complete the title of the E.M. Forster novel, ‘A Room with a ‘ what? View
In literature, complete the title of the Harold Pinter play, ‘The Birthday ‘ what? Party
In literature, complete the title of the John Osborne play, ‘Look Back in ‘ what? Anger
In literature, complete the title of this 1840 Edgar Allan Poe story, ‘The Fall of the House of ‘? Usher
In literature, complete the title of this 1873 novel by Thomas Hardy: ‘A Pair of Blue ‘ what? Eyes
In literature, complete the title of this 1878 novel by Thomas Hardy: ‘The Return of the ‘ what? Native
In literature, complete the title of this 1896 novel by H.G. Wells: ‘The Island of Doctor ‘ what? Moreau
In literature, complete the title of this 1898 Henry James novel: ‘The Turn of the ‘ what? Screw
In literature, complete the title of this 1902 Arnold Bennett story: ‘Anna of the Five ‘ what? Towns
In literature, complete the title of this 1902 Joseph Conrad story: ‘Heart of ‘ what? Darkness
In literature, complete the title of this 1926 Ernest Hemingway novel, ‘The Sun Also ‘ what? Rises
In literature, complete the title of this 1940 Ernest Hemingway novel, ‘For Whom the Bell ‘ what? Tolls
In literature, complete the title of this 1940 novel by Ernest Hemingway, ‘For Whom the Bell ‘ what? Tolls
In literature, complete the title of this 1940 novel by Raymond Chandler: ‘Farewell, My ‘ what? Lovely
In literature, complete the title of this 1979 novel by Andre Brink: ‘A Dry White ‘ what? Season
In literature, complete the title of this Charles Dickens novel, ‘A Tale of Two ‘ what? Cities
In literature, complete the title of this Jane Austen novel: ‘Northanger ‘ what? Abbey
In literature, complete the title of this Joe Orton play, first produced in 1969: What the who Saw? Butler
In literature, complete the title of this Shakespeare play, ‘As You ‘ what? Like It
In literature, complete the title of this Shakespeare play, ‘Loves’ Labours ‘ what? Lost
In literature, complete the title of this Shakespeare play, ‘Twelfth …’ what? Night
In literature, complete the title of this William Shakespeare play: ‘The Merchant of ‘ where? Venice
In literature, complete the title of W. H. Auden’s 1969 collection of poems, ‘City Without’ what? Walls
In literature, complete the title of William Boyd’s 1981 novel, ‘A Good Man in ‘ where? Africa
In literature, complete the title of William S. Burrough’s 1959 novel, ‘Naked ‘ what? Lunch
In literature, Denisov and Dolokhov are characters from which famous book? War and Peace
In literature, Dick Diver is the romantic hero of the F. Scott Fitzgerald novel ‘Tender is the ‘ what? Night
In literature, did the author of the novel ‘East of Eden’ also write a book called ‘West of Eden’? No
In literature, did the author of the novel ‘Little Women’ also write a book called ‘Little Men’? Yes
In literature, did William Shakespeare live in Stratford or Bristol? Stratford
In literature, Dorchester is a place of pilgrimage for readers of author Thomas who? Hardy
In literature, during which war is Erich Remarque’s 1929 novel ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ set? World War I
In literature, during which war is Thomas Keneally’s 1982 novel ‘Schindler’s Ark’ set? World War II
In literature, Eric Arthur Blair, who wrote the novel ‘1984’, is better known by what pen-name? George Orwell
In literature, from which ancient language do the words ‘poetry’, ‘comedy’ and ‘tragedy’ originate? Greek
In literature, from which country of the UK did author Ian Fleming come? England
In literature, Geoffrey Chaucer’s ‘Canterbury Tales’ was written in which century? 14th
In literature, George Orwell wrote the 1936 novel entitled ‘Keep the what Flying’ Aspidistra
In literature, George Orwell wrote the 1945 novel entitled ‘Animal ‘ what? Farm
In literature, George Orwell’s 1949 novel, ‘Animal Farm’ is symbolic of the revolution and communist rule in which country? Russia
In literature, has there ever been a female Nobel Prize winner? Yes
In literature, Hazel, Holly, Dandelion and Fiver are characters in which Richard Adams book, first published in 1973? Watership Down
In literature, Henry Thoreau’s middle name was what ‘D’? David
In literature, Holden Caulfield is the hero of the classic novel by J.D. Salinger ‘Catcher in the ‘ what? Rye
In literature, how many lines are there in a limerick? 5
In literature, how many lines are there in a sonnet? 14
In literature, how many novels did Barbara Cartland write: less than 300 or more than 700? More than 700
In literature, how many novels did J.D. Salinger write: more than ten or less than ten? Less than Ten
In literature, how many plays did William Shakespeare write? 37
In literature, how many tales are there in Chaucer’s ‘The Canterbury Tales’: 12 or 24? 24
In literature, Hugh Lofting created what fictional doctor from Puddleby on the Marsh? Dolittle
In literature, in an 1864 Jules Verne novel to the center of where do the characters travel? Earth
In literature, in the Charles Dickens’ novel ‘A Christmas Carol’, what is the name of Tiny Tim’s father? Bob Cratchit
In literature, in the novel ‘1984’ by George Orwell, the main character was ‘Winston…’ who? Smith
In literature, in the novel ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ by Charles Dickens, Paris is one of the cities, what is the other? London
In literature, in the novel ‘Pride and Prejudice’ which of Mrs. Bennett’s five daughters married Mr. Darcy? Elizabeth
In literature, in the Ray Bradbury novel ‘Fahrenheit 451’, what were burned? Books
In literature, in the Shakespeare play, what is the name of the Merchant of Venice? Antonio
In literature, in what century did Byron write ‘Don Juan’? 19th
In literature, in what country was the playwright and author Brendan Behan born? Ireland
In literature, in what famous 1945 book does the line ‘Four legs good, two legs bad’ appear? Animal Farm
In literature, in which 1749 Henry Fielding novel does the title character fall for a girl called Sophia? Tom Jones
In literature, in which century did author Anthony Trollope live and work? 19th
In literature, in which century did Chaucer write ‘The Canterbury Tales’? 14th Century
In literature, in which century did Christopher Marlowe live and work? 16th Century
In literature, in which century did Doctor Samuel Johnson live and work? 18th Century
In literature, in which century did Robert Burns write ‘Tam OShanter’? 18th
In literature, in which century did the poet John Milton live and work? 17th
In literature, in which century did the poet Sylvia Plath live and work? 20th
In literature, in which century did the poet Ted Hughes live and work? 20th
In literature, in which century was the poet and dramatist John Dryden born? 17th
In literature, in which century was William Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ written? 16th
In literature, in which century was William Wordsworth born? 18th
In literature, in which country was the detective novelist Agatha Christie born? England
In literature, in which country was the detective novelist Ruth Rendell born? England
In literature, in which country was the great playwright Eugene O’Neill born? America
In literature, in which Daphne du Maurier novel was Mrs. Danvers the housekeeper at Manderley? Rebecca
In literature, in which decade of the 20th century was ‘Carry On Jeeves’, by P.G. Wodehouse, published? 1920s
In literature, in which decade of the 20th century was Margaret Mitchell’s ‘Gone with the Wind’ published? 1930s
In literature, in which decade was Aldous Huxley’s ‘Brave New World’ published? 1930s
In literature, in which decade was the novel ‘1984’ first published? 1940s
In literature, in which European country was the Johanna Spyri novel ‘Heidi’ set? Switzerland
In literature, in which novel do we read of the character ‘Mrs. Doasyouwouldbedoneby’? Water Babies
In literature, in which novel was Mrs. Danvers an intimidating housekeeper? Rebecca
In literature, in which Shakespeare drama does the deformed savage Caliban appear? The Tempest
In literature, in which street in London did Sherlock Holmes live? Baker Street
In literature, is ‘The Iliad’ a Greek or Roman epic poem? Greek
In literature, is the novel ‘Clarissa’ by Samuel Richardson known as the longest or shortest major novel in the English language? Longest
In literature, is the novel ‘The Comedians’ by Graham Greene set on the island of Cuba or Haiti? Haiti
In literature, is the poet Robert Graves classified as a ‘Georgian’ or ‘Romantic’ poet? Georgian
In literature, J.G. Ballard’s novel is called ‘Empire of the ‘ what? Sun
In literature, J.R. Coyle’s dime novels featured which fictional detective? Nick Carter
In literature, John Huffam is the birth name of which English novelist born in 1812? Charles Dickens
In literature, John Milton’s 1667 epic poem ‘Paradise Lost’ is symbolic of the fall of man since events in which biblical location? Garden of Eden
In literature, known as Lorenzo in Italy, who wrote the novel ‘Women in Love’ in 1920? D.H. Lawrence
In literature, Lenny and George are characters from which 1937 John Steinbeck novel? Of Mice and Men
In literature, Mary Ann Evans who wrote the novel ‘The Mill on the Floss’ is better known by what pen-name? George Eliot
In literature, Miss Flite is a character in which Charles Dickens novel? Bleak House
In literature, on which character’s life was Terrence Rattigan’s play ‘Ross’ set? T.E. Lawrence
In literature, Oscar Fingal O’Flahertie Willis are the first names of which Irish writer born in 1854? Wilde
In literature, P.L. Travers, who died in April 1996, created which fictional nanny? Mary Poppins
In literature, Pearl Buck wrote which 1931 award-winning novel portraying the life of the Chinese peasant Wang Lung? The Good Earth
In literature, Peter Mayle wrote about a year in which part of France? Provence
In literature, Rikki Tikki Tavi appears in which classic novel by Rudyard Kipling? Jungle Book
In literature, SE Hinton wrote which 1967 novel portraying the life of Ponyboy? The Outsiders
In literature, Shelleys poem Adonis commemorates the death of which other poet? Keats
In literature, Siegfried Sassoon is best known for writing poetry about which war? World War I
In literature, the ‘Jabberwock’ was a monster, the creation of which author? Lewis Carroll
In literature, the 1940 Ernest Hemingway novel that features American school teacher Robert Jordan is entitled ‘For Whom the Bell …’ what? Tolls
In literature, the 1958 play ‘The Birthday Party’ was written by ‘Harold ‘ who? Pinter
In literature, the 1960 play ‘The Caretaker’ was written by ‘Harold ‘ who? Pinter
In literature, the 1984 novel ‘The Camomile Lawn’ was written by Mary who? Wesley
In literature, the 1994 best-selling novel by Louis De Bernieres called ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’ is set on which island? Cephalonia
In literature, the Agatha Christie novel set in Egypt was called ‘Death on the ‘ what? Nile
In literature, the Agatha Christie novel set on a train, filmed in 1974 with Albert Finney as Poirot, was called Murder on the ‘ what? Orient Express
In literature, the Australian-born writer P.L. Travers wrote which well-known book that became a successful film musical starring Julie Andrews? Mary Poppins
In literature, the author Martin Amis is the son of which English novelist? Kingsley Amis
In literature, the book ‘Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep’ by Philip Dick, set in 21st century Los Angeles, was adapted into which film starring Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer? Blade Runner
In literature, the book, written by Jerome David Salinger that tells the story of a 16 year-old boy named Holden Caulfield is entitled ‘Catcher in the ‘ what? Rye
In literature, the character ‘Nick Carraway’ narrates which 1925 F. Scott Fitzgerald novel? The Great Gatsby
In literature, the character Fanny Robin is from the Thomas Hardy novel ‘Far From the Madding ‘ what? Crowd
In literature, the character Goneril appears in which Shakespeare play? King Lear
In literature, the character Jim Hawkins narrates which 19th century children’s classic? Treasure Island
In literature, the character Napoleon is in which George Orwell novel? Animal Farm
In literature, the characters Dunstan Cass and Nancy Lammeter appear in which novel by George Eliot? Silas Marner
In literature, the characters Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail were created by which children’s author? Beatrix Potter
In literature, the Charles Dickens novel that features Magwitch the escaped convict is entitled ‘Great ‘ what? Expectations
In literature, the housekeeper Mrs. Bridges worked for which fictional character? Sherlock Holmes
In literature, the husbands of which fictional character included Charles Hamilton and Rhett Butler? Scarlett O’Hara
In literature, the Italian preacher and reformer Girolamo Savonarola appears in which George Elliot novel? Romola
In literature, the legendary hero Don Juan comes from which country? Spain
In literature, the motto of the Three Musketeers was ‘All for One and One for ‘ what? All
In literature, the name of Raymond Briggs’s book which satirizes government advice on how to survive a nuclear war is ‘When the Wind ‘ what? Blows
In literature, the name of the trilogy, by the author J.R.R. Tolkien, that relates the story of Frodo Baggins is ‘The Lord of the ‘ what? Rings
In literature, the novel by Charles Dickens that features the court case of Jarndyce versus Jarndyce is called what? Bleak House
In literature, the Paul Theroux novel, set in the South American jungle that is also a film starring Harrison Ford, is entitled ‘The Mosquito ‘ what? Coast
In literature, the play ‘Einstein at the Lapin Agile’ was written by which actor-comic-writer? Steve Martin
In literature, the poem ‘Jabberwocky’ was written by Lewis who? Carroll
In literature, the poem ‘Maud’ was written by which 19th century Poet Laureate? Tennyson
In literature, the poem ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ was written by which 19th century poet? Tennyson
In literature, the poet and novelist Robert Graves wrote in which century? 20th
In literature, the poet Horace was which nationality? Roman
In literature, the poet William Blake was born in which century? 18th
In literature, the Push-Me-Pull-You appears in Hugh Lofting’s stories of which doctor? Dolittle
In literature, the Shakespeare comedy in which Beatrice is the lively, quick-witted niece of Leonato is called ‘Much Ado About ‘ what? Nothing
In literature, the unfinished novel by Charles Dickens that features the characters Rosa Bud and John Jasper is called ‘The what … of Edwin Drood’? Mystery
In literature, the Widow Douglas and the runaway slave Jim are characters in which Mark Twain novel? Huck Finn
In literature, Thomas Hardy took the title of his 1894 novel ‘Far From the Madding Crowd’ from a poem by which poet? Grey
In literature, Thomas Hardy’s ‘Tess of the d’Urbervilles’ was published in which century? 19th
In literature, Toni Morrison became the first black woman to be awarded which Literary Prize in 1993? Nobel Prize
In literature, was George Eliot a man or a woman? Woman
In literature, was Ovid a Greek or Roman poet? Roman
In literature, was the author Mary Shelley wife or sister of the poet Percy Shelley? Wife
In literature, was the poet ‘Sappho’ Greek or Roman? Greek
In literature, was the poet Christina Rossetti the wife or the sister of the nineteenth century writer Dante Gabriel Rossetti? Sister
In literature, was the poet Lord Byron classified as a ‘Georgian’ or ‘Romantic’ poet? Romantic
In literature, what ‘A’ is the name given to an account of a person’s life written by that person? Autobiography
In literature, what ‘B’ is the name given to an account of a person’s life, written by someone else? Biography
In literature, what ‘C’ completes the title of this 1886 novel by Thomas Hardy, ‘The Mayor of ‘ what? Casterbridge
In literature, what ‘I’ completes the opening line of Herman Melville’s Moby Dick, ‘Call me ‘ who? Ishmael
In literature, what ‘M’ was Margaret, the novelist who wrote ‘Gone with the Wind’? Mitchell
In literature, what ‘S’ is a recurring group of lines of poetry adjusted to each other in a definite scheme, often with rhyme? Stanza
In literature, what ‘T’ is a set of three related works by the same author? Trilogy
In literature, what ‘T’ is three successive lines of rhyming verse? Triplet
In literature, what actor and dancer’s 1959 autobiography was entitled ‘Steps in Time’? Fred Astaire
In literature, what country was the birthplace of T.S. Eliot: America or England? America
In literature, what did the ‘F’ in F. Scott Fitzgerald stand for? Francis
In literature, what did the ‘K’ in Jerome K. Jerome’s name stand for? Klapka
In literature, what did the ‘S’ stand for in T.S. Eliot’s name? Stearns
In literature, what did the H.G. stand for in the name of the English writer H.G. Wells: Herbert George or Howard Graham? Herbert George
In literature, what did the T.S. stand for in the name of the writer T.S. Eliot: Toby Stephen or Thomas Stearns? Thomas Stearns
In literature, what does the ‘D’ stand for in D.H. Lawrence? David
In literature, what does the ‘S’ stand for in T.S. Eliot? Stearns
In literature, what is the family surname of Elizabeth, Lydia and Jane in Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’? Bennett
In literature, what is the first name of ‘Heller’, author of the 1961 war novel ‘Catch-22’? Joseph
In literature, what is the first name of Eco, author of the 1981 thriller novel ‘The Name of the Rose’? Umberto
In literature, what is the first name of Lively, author of the 1987 Booker Prize winning novel ‘Moon Tiger’? Penelope
In literature, what is the first name of Seth, author of the 1986 novel ‘The Golden Gate’? Vikram
In literature, what is the first name of writer Somerset Maugham? William
In literature, what is the last name of the author Graham, who wrote the novel ‘The Comedians’, published in 1966? Greene
In literature, what is the name of Captain Ahab’s ship in ‘Moby Dick’ ? Pequod
In literature, what is the name of Daniel Defoe’s eponymous heroine, a 17th century female thief and prostitute who ultimately gains respectability? Moll Flanders
In literature, what is the name of Ian Fleming’s retreat on the island of Jamaica? Goldeneye
In literature, what is the name of Julius Caesar’s wife in the Shakespeare play? Calpurnia
In literature, what is the name of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s 1850 book about the adulterous Puritan Hester Prynne? Scarlet Letter
In literature, what is the name of Prospero’s airy spirit servant in the Shakespeare play ‘The Tempest’? Ariel
In literature, what is the name of Raymond Chandler’s famous detective character who appears in many of his novels? Philip Marlowe
In literature, what is the name of the 16 year-old narrator of J.D. Salinger’s ‘Catcher in the Rye’: Holden Caulfield or Sal Paradise? Caulfield
In literature, what is the name of the Belgian detective created by Agatha Christie? Hercule Poirot
In literature, what is the name of the central female figure in Emily Bronte’s ‘Wuthering Heights’? Catherine
In literature, what is the name of the central male figure in Emily Bronte’s ‘Wuthering Heights’? Heathcliff
In literature, what is the name of the elderly spinster detective created by Agatha Christie? Jane Marple
In literature, what is the name of the hero in R.D. Blackmore’s ‘Lorna Doone’: John Ridd or David Balfour? John Ridd
In literature, what is the name of the house at Hogwarts that Harry Potter belongs to? Gryffindor
In literature, what is the name of the King of the Fairies in Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’? Oberon
In literature, what is the nationality of Thomas Keneally, author of the 1982 novel, ‘Schindler’s Ark’? Australian
In literature, what is the nationality of Umberto Eco, author of the 1981 novel ‘The Name of the Rose’? Italian
In literature, what is the number of the nightmare room in George Orwell’s novel ‘Nineteen Eighty-Four’? 101
In literature, what is the real name of Baroness Orczy’s ‘Scarlet Pimpernel’? Percy Blakeney
In literature, what is the surname of Atticus, the lawyer and father in the novel ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ by Harper Lee? Finch
In literature, what is the surname of Eliza, the heroine of George Bernard Shaw’s ‘Pygmalion? Doolittle
In literature, what is the surname of Horatio, the British naval officer created by the writer C.S. Forester? Hornblower
In literature, what is the surname of the Henry who wrote the novel ‘Tropic of Cancer’? Miller
In literature, what is the title of Dostoyevsky’s novel: ‘Crime and ‘ what’? Punishment
In literature, what kind of animal is Harry Potter’s pet ‘Hedwig’? Owl
In literature, what kind of animal was ‘Reynard’, who featured in medieval tales dating back to the 12th century? Fox
In literature, what kind of creature is Black Beauty? Horse
In literature, what kind of creature is Moby Dick? Whale
In literature, what made the ‘Mad Hatter’ mad? Mercury
In literature, what nationality was Cervantes, author of the epic novel ‘Don Quixote’, published in the early 17th century? Spanish
In literature, what nationality was Franz Kafka, author of the classic 20th century novel ‘The Trial’? Czech
In literature, what nationality was the novelist Evelyn Waugh? English
In literature, what nationality was the poet Emily Dickinson? American
In literature, what nationality was the poet John Milton? English
In literature, what poem by John Milton opens with the expulsion of Satan from Heaven? Paradise Lost
In literature, what sort of creature was Herman Melville’s ‘Moby Dick’? Whale
In literature, what sort of people inhabit the country of Brobdingnag in Jonathan Swifts Gullivers Travels? Giants
In literature, what traveler did the Liliputians call the ‘Man Mountain’? Gulliver
In literature, what was A.A. Milne’s first name: Arthur or Alan? Alan
In literature, what was Peter Mark Roget’s most famous work, published in 1852? Thesaurus
In literature, what was the first name of Doctor Frankenstein in Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel? Victor
In literature, what was the first name of the butler Jeeves in P.G. Wodehouse’s series of novels featuring the hapless Bertie Wooster? Reginald
In literature, what was the last name of the 19th century authors and sisters Anne, Charlotte and Emily? Bronte
In literature, what was the name of Don Quixote’s horse? Rocinante
In literature, what was the name of Howard Marks 1996 autobiography: ‘Mr. Horrible’ or ‘Mr. Nice’? Mr. Nice
In literature, what was the name of the land of giants visited by ‘Gulliver’ in the Jonathan Swift novel? Brobdingnag
In literature, what was the nationality of the author and poet Jack Kerouac? American
In literature, what was the real name of the author known as Dr. Seuss? Theodore Geisel
In literature, what was the surname of the American poet Ezra, who was born in 1885? Pound
In literature, what was the surname of the popular novelist who also used the pseudonym ‘Catherine Marchant’? Cookson
In literature, which 14th century author wrote ‘The House of Fame’? Chaucer
In literature, which 14th century writer told the story of the band of pilgrims traveling to Canterbury? Chaucer
In literature, which 1932 Aldous Huxley novel features Citizen Bernard Marx? Brave New World
In literature, which 1937 J.R.R. Tolkien novel features the shy and retiring creature Bilbo Baggins? The Hobbit
In literature, which 1994 best-selling novel by Louis De Bernieres features the character Dr. Iannis, ‘Captain Corelli’s ‘ what? Mandolin
In literature, which 20th century author wrote the novels ‘Fever Pitch’ and ‘About a Boy’? Nick Hornby
In literature, which actor had an autobiography entitled ‘The Moon’s a Balloon’? David Niven
In literature, which amateur detective created by Agatha Christie lives in St. Mary Mead? Jane Marple
In literature, which author created ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ and ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’? Jules Verne
In literature, which author of ‘Typee’ and ‘Mardi’, is best known for his novel ‘Moby-Dick’? Herman Melville
In literature, which author won the 1993 Booker Prize for the novel ‘Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha’? Roddy Doyle
In literature, which author wrote ‘Captains Courageous’? Rudyard Kipling
In literature, which author wrote ‘South Pacific’? Michener
In literature, which author wrote about a girl called Alice and her ‘Adventures in Wonderland’? Lewis Carroll
In literature, which author wrote the 1937 novel ‘The Hobbit’? Tolkien
In literature, which author wrote the 1954 novel ‘Lord of the Flies’? William Golding
In literature, which author wrote the best-seller ‘Exodus’? Leon Uris
In literature, which author wrote the James Bond novel ‘Colonel Sun’? Robert Markham
In literature, which author, the wife of Ted Hughes, wrote the novel ‘The Bell Jar’? Sylvia Plath
In literature, which author’s characters include Catherine Bennett and Henry Dashwood? Jane Austen
In literature, which author’s characters include Stilton Cheesewright and Bertie Wooster? P.G. Wodehouse
In literature, which Belfast-born author wrote about the magical ‘Land of Narnia’? C.S. Lewis
In literature, which black American author wrote the 1952 classic ‘The Invisible Man’? Ralph Ellison
In literature, which book written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is also the title of the film which followed ‘Jurassic Park’? The Lost World
In literature, which British actor’s 1994 autobiography was entitled ‘Neither Shaken Nor Stirred’? Sean Connery
In literature, which British actor’s autobiography was entitled ‘The Moon’s a Balloon’? David Niven
In literature, which British female writer of detective novels wrote ‘Appointment with Death’ in 1938? Agatha Christie
In literature, which British female writer wrote the novel ‘Mansfield Park’? Jane Austen
In literature, which British novelist wrote ‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman’? John Fowles
In literature, which British novelist wrote the poems ‘Phantasmagoria’ and ‘The Hunting of The Snark’? Lewis Carroll
In literature, which British poet wrote ‘Ode to a Nightingale’? Keats
In literature, which British Prime Minister wrote the novel ‘Savarola’? Churchill
In literature, which British writer wrote his plays in shorthand: George Bernard who? Shaw
In literature, which Charles Dickens novel features the characters Mr. Brownlow and Mr. Bumble? Oliver Twist
In literature, which Charlotte Bronte novel published in 1849 features the character Shirley Keeldar? Shirley
In literature, which controversial author wrote the novel ‘The Ground Beneath Her Feet’ in 1999? Salman Rushdie
In literature, which Dennis wrote the play ‘The Singing Detective’? Potter
In literature, which Detective Chief Inspector, created by crime novelist Ruth Rendell, is based in the fictional town of Kings-Markham? Wexford
In literature, which Dickens novel ends with the line ‘God bless us, every one’? Christmas Carol
In literature, which Dutch painter was the subject of Irving Stone’s 1934 book Lust for Life? Van Gogh
In literature, which English author wrote ‘Dr. Faustus’? Marlowe
In literature, which English playwright was murdered by his lover in 1967? Joe Orton
In literature, which English playwright’s collection of diaries, entitled ‘Writing Home’, was published in 1994? Alan Bennett
In literature, which Ernest wrote ‘The Sun also Rises’ and ‘A Farewell to Arms’ both published in the 1920s? Hemingway
In literature, which famous American author wrote ‘The Prince and the Pauper’ in 1882? Mark Twain
In literature, which famous author wrote ‘The Mysterious Stranger’, published posthumously in 1916? Mark Twain
In literature, which famous detective had a brother called Mycroft? Sherlock Holmes
In literature, which famous detective was ostensibly killed off in the short story ‘The Final Problem’? Sherlock Holmes
In literature, which female author wrote ‘Sex and the Single Girl’? Brown
In literature, which female author wrote the 1925 novel ‘Mrs Dalloway’? Virginia Woolf
In literature, which fictional bear has a friend called Tigger? Winnie the Pooh
In literature, which fictional bear was the friend of Christopher Robin? Winnie the Pooh
In literature, which fictional heroine, created by Richard Blackmore, was shot at the altar as she was marrying John Ridd? Lorna Doone
In literature, which former U.S. president is the author of the autobiography ‘Where’s the Rest of Me’? Reagan
In literature, which former US President won the Pulitzer Prize for his ‘Profiles of Courage’? J.F. Kennedy or F.D. Roosevelt? J.F. Kennedy
In literature, which French author wrote the novel ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’? Dumas
In literature, which George Eliot novel features the sisters Celia and Dorothea Brooke? Middlemarch
In literature, which historian, the wife of Harold Pinter, created the detective Jemima Shore? Fraser
In literature, which Irish playwright wrote ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’? Oscar Wilde
In literature, which James Joyce novel, published in 1922, features the characters Leopold Bloom and his wife Molly? Ulysses
In literature, which Joseph was born Josef Teodor Konrad Nalecz Korzeniowski and was the author of ‘Lord Jim’? Conrad
In literature, which Joseph wrote the novel ‘Heart of Darkness’ in 1902? Conrad
In literature, which of Charles Dickens’ characters was jilted by their lover on their wedding day? Miss Havisham
In literature, which of Shakespeare’s tragedies features the character Iago? Othello
In literature, which of Shakespeare’s tragedies features the character Oswald? King Lear
In literature, which of Shakespeare’s tragic heroes has a friend called Horatio? Hamlet
In literature, which playwright wrote ‘The Little Foxes’? Lillian Hellman
In literature, which Polish born author wrote the novel ‘The Secret Agent’ in 1907? Joseph Conrad
In literature, which popular novelist also used the pseudonym George Eliot? Mary Anne Evans
In literature, which President wrote ‘Profiles in Courage’? Kennedy
In literature, which rodent does Winston Smith fear in George Orwell’s ‘1984’? Rats
In literature, which science fiction author wrote ‘I, Robot’? Isaac Asimov
In literature, which Shakespeare play features the character Desdemona? Othello
In literature, which Shakespeare play features the character Sir Toby Belch? Twelfth Night
In literature, which Shakespeare play is the sequel to the ‘Henry VI’ plays? Richard III
In literature, which Shakespearean character was married to Desdemona? Othello
In literature, which Tolkien novel was published first: ‘The Lord of the Rings’ or ‘The Hobbit’? Hobbit
In literature, which Victorian novelist, born in 1812, wrote the Christmas book, ‘The Cricket on the Hearth’? Charles Dickens
In literature, which Victorian novelist, born in 1822, wrote the children’s favorite ‘Tom Brown’s Schooldays’? Thomas Hughes
In literature, which writer created Dirk Pitt, the marine biologist turned adventurer? Clive Cussler
In literature, which writer created Sid Halley the jockey turned private investigator? Dick Francis
In literature, who are the small creatures, created by Mary Norton, who recycle items lost by humans? Borrowers
In literature, who coined the phrase ‘A little learning is a dangerous thing’ in his ‘Essay on Criticism’ in 1711? Alexander Pope
In literature, who is the author of the famous children’s detective Nancy Drew? Carolyn Keene
In literature, who is the author who writes for children and adults with titles including ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’, ‘Superfudge’ and ‘Summer Sisters’? Judy Blume
In literature, who was the author of ‘Lost Horizon’ and ‘Goodbye Mr. Chips’? James Hilton
In literature, who was the first writer to be buried in Poet’s Corner in Westminster Abbey? Chaucer
In literature, who writes books that use the law as a theme, such as ‘The Client’ and ‘The Firm’? John Grisham
In literature, who wrote ‘A Journal of the Plague Year’ and ‘Moll Flanders’, both published in 1722? Defoe
In literature, who wrote ‘A Tale of Two Cities’? Charles Dickens
In literature, who wrote ‘Das Kapital’? Karl Marx
In literature, who wrote ‘Emma’, published in 1816? Jane Austen
In literature, who wrote ‘Innocents Abroad’, ‘A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court’, and ‘Puddin’head Wilson’ ? Twain
In literature, who wrote ‘Ivanhoe’, published in 1820? Walter Scott
In literature, who wrote ‘Jane Eyre’? Bronte
In literature, who wrote ‘Les Miserables’ and ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’: Victor Hugo or Moliere? Victor Hugo
In literature, who wrote ‘Les Miserables’ in 1862? Victor Hugo
In literature, who wrote ‘The Canterbury Tales’? Chaucer
In literature, who wrote ‘The Godfather’ in 1969? Mario Puzo
In literature, who wrote ‘The Hobbit’? Tolkein
In literature, who wrote ‘The Invisible Man’ published in 1897? H.G. Wells
In literature, who wrote ‘The Moonstone’ and ‘The Woman in White’? Wilkie Collins
In literature, who wrote ‘The Time Machine’, published in 1895? H.G. Wells
In literature, who wrote ‘The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus’, based on the Faust legend? Marlowe
In literature, who wrote ‘Their’s not to reason why, their’s but to do and die’? Tennyson
In literature, who wrote ‘Wuthering Heights’ in the 19th century? Emily Bronte
In literature, who wrote about Kunte Kinte in the novel ‘Roots’? Alex Haley
In literature, who wrote the 1844 novel ‘The Three Musketeers’ featuring the characters Porthos, Athos and Aramis? Dumas
In literature, who wrote the 1915 novel ‘The Rainbow’ featuring the character Ursula? D.H. Lawrence
In literature, who wrote the 1937 novel ‘Death on the Nile’, featuring Hercule Poirot? Agatha Christie
In literature, who wrote the 1984 novel ‘The Hunt for Red October’ featuring Jack Ryan? Tom Clancy
In literature, who wrote the best-selling novel ‘Atlantis Found’? Clive Cussler
In literature, who wrote the book ‘When the Wind Blows’ which satirizes government advice on how to survive a nuclear war? Raymond Briggs
In literature, who wrote the children’s book ‘Heidi’? Johanna Spyri
In literature, who wrote the children’s classic ‘Dr. Dolittle’? Hugh Lofting
In literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Lorna Doone’? R.D. Blackmore
In literature, who wrote the feminist book ‘The Female Eunuch’? Germaine Greer
In literature, who wrote the horror novel ‘Frankenstein’? Mary Shelley
In literature, who wrote the narrative poem ‘Venus and Adonis’ printed in 1593? Shakespeare
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘A Clockwork Orange’? Anthony Burgess
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘A Room with a View’? E.M. Forster
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’ in 1874? Thomas Hardy
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Finnegan’s Wake’? James Joyce
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Jude the Obscure’? Thomas Hardy
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Kidnapped’, published in 1886? R.L. Stevenson
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Silas Marner’? George Eliot
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Sons and Lovers’ in 1913 and died in Venice in 1930? Lawrence
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Taipan’? James Clavell
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘The Seventh Scroll’? Wilbur Smith
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘The Time Machine’? H.G. Wells
In literature, who wrote the novel ‘Travels with My Aunt’? Graham Greene
In literature, who wrote the novel, ‘Peyton Place’ published in 1956? Grace Metalious
In literature, who wrote the novels ‘The Naked and the Dead’ and ‘An American Dream’? Norman Mailer
In literature, who wrote the novels ‘The Road to Wigan Pier’ and ‘Nineteen Eighty-Four’? George Orwell
In literature, who wrote the play ‘Blood Brothers’ in 1983? Willy Russell
In literature, who wrote the play ‘Look Back in Anger’? John Osborne
In literature, who wrote the plays ‘Private Lives’ and ‘Blithe Spirit’ ? Noel Coward
In literature, who wrote the plays ‘The Crucible’ and ‘Death of a Salesman’ ? Arthur Miller
In literature, who wrote the poem ‘Ode on a Grecian Urn’: Shelley or Keats? Keats
In literature, who wrote the poem ‘Ode on a Grecian Urn’: Shelley or Keats? Keats
In literature, who wrote the poem ‘The Daffodils’: William Wordsworth or T.S. Eliot? Wordsworth
In literature, who wrote the recent best-selling novel ‘The House on Hope Street’? Danielle Steele
In literature, who wrote the satires, ‘A Tale of a Tub’ and ‘The Battle of the Books’, both published in 1704? Jonathan Swift
In literature, who wrote the year 2000 novel ‘Whatever Love Means’: Frank Skinner or David Baddiel? David Baddiel
In literature, whose first book was ‘Adam Bede’? George Eliot
In literature, whose novels of country life include ‘Barchester Chronicles’ and ‘Framley Parsonage’? Trollope
In literature, whose works include ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ and ‘Les Miserables’? Victor Hugo
In literature, William Wordsworth, Alfred Lord Tennyson and Ted Hughes have all held which title? Poet Laureate
In literature, written in 1613, what was William Shakespeare’s last play? Henry VIII
In London in 1835 a siphon was invented by Charles Plinth to dispense what sort of drink? Soda
In London, how is the statue ‘The Angel of Charity’ in Piccadilly Circus better known? Eros
In London, how is the statue of a naval commander in Trafalgar Square known? Nelsons Column
In London, is the Tower of London situated on the north or south bank of the River Thames? North
In London, St. Paul’s Cathedral is connected to which art gallery by the Millennium Footbridge? Tate Modern
In London, the ‘Victoria and Albert’ is what type of building? Museum
In London, the statue popularly known as ‘Eros’ is situated in which ‘Circus’: Oxford or Piccadilly? Piccadilly
In London, there are two historic parks adjacent to Buckingham Palace – one is St. James’s Park, what is the other? Green Park
In London, which park houses the London Zoo? Regents Park
In magnetism, do like poles repel or attract? Repel
In Maine, what ‘B’ was one of the major shipbuilding ports on the East Coast? Bath
In mainland Britain, which city used to be known by the Roman name Eboracum? York
In Major League Baseball, for which club does slugger Sammy Sosa play? Cubs
In Major League baseball, in which year was the National League first formed? 1876
In Major League Baseball, what is the distance in feet between bases? 90
In Major League Baseball, who is the career leader in stolen bases? Ricky Henderson
In Major League Baseball, who was the National League MVP three times in the 1990s? Barry Bonds
In Major League Baseball, who won the first World Series, which took place in 1902? Red Sox
In Major League Baseball, who won the World Series in the year 2000? Yankees
In mammals, amniotic fluid is found in which part of the female body? Uterus
In mammals, how many chambers are there in the heart? 4
In mammals, what ‘G’ is another word for cartilage? Gristle
In mammals, which part of a cell contains chromosomes? Nucleus
In March 1903, a regular wireless news service began between London and which American city? New York
In marine biology, is a limpet a type of gastropod or crustacean? Gastropod
In marine biology, is an octopus a mollusk or a fish? Mollusk
In marine life, ‘Maryland Blue’, ‘Shore’ and ‘Hermit’ are all types of what crustacean? Crab
In marine life, acorn and goose are both types of what ‘B’ found on coastal rocks? Barnacles
In marine life, are Flying Fish equipped with actual feathered wings? No
In marine life, are sea cucumbers plants or animals? Animals
In marine life, is the Crayfish a fish or a crustacean? Crustacean
In marine life, is the sawfish a shark or a ray? Ray
In marine life, is the Whale Shark a fish or a mammal? Fish
In marine life, on what do whales feed their young in the first few months of their life? Milk
In marine life, Snake-locks and Daisy are both types of what ‘A’ found in shallow depths by the coast? Anemone
In marine life, the octopus takes its name from the Greek word for which number? 8
In marine life, what ‘S’ is the common name for the sea creatures that belong to the class ‘Echinacea’? Sea Urchin
In marine life, what are Dorsal, Pectoral and Tail all types of: Fins or Gills? Fins
In marine life, what is the name of the creature that sticks to ships? Barnacle
In marine life, which crustacean is also called the Dublin Bay Prawn or Norway Lobster Scampi
In marine life, which invertebrate animal is commonly associated with human bathing or cleaning? Sponge
In marine life, which sea creature takes its name from the Greek words for ‘eight’ and ‘foot’? Octopus
In marriage, what ‘D’ is property or money given by the bride’s family to the groom or his family? Dowry
In math, ‘one third pi r squared times h’ is the formula to work out the what of a cone? Volume
In math, 3 is the cube root of which number? 27
In math, a dodecagon is a polygon with how many sides? 12
In math, a number that when multiplied by itself a stated number of times yields as a result a second, given number is called a what? Root
In math, add 6 to the number of degrees in a right angle. 96
In math, add the number of months in a year to the number of ounces in a pound. 28
In math, add the number of pints in a gallon to the number of feet in a fathom. 14
In math, add the number of pints in a gallon to the number of inches in a foot. 20
In math, add the number of signs of the zodiac to the number of days in the week. 19
In math, add three score and ten to a bakers dozen. What is your total? 83
In math, add together the number of sides on a trapezium and a rhombus. 8
In math, an icosahedron is a solid shape of how many sides? 20
In math, can the denominator of a fraction ever be zero? No
In math, divide the number of degrees in a circle by the number of sides on a hexagon. 60
In math, divide the number of degrees in a right angle by the sides in a triangle. 30
In math, dividing a number by a half gives the same result as multiplying by what? 2
In math, how long would it take a car traveling at 60 miles per hour to travel 10 miles? 10 minutes
In math, how long would it take a car traveling at 90 miles per hour to travel 150 miles? 1 Hour 40 Mins
In math, how long would it take to travel 120 miles at a constant 40 miles an hour? 3 hours
In math, how long would it take to travel 200 miles at 50 miles per hour? 4 Hours
In math, how long would you travel if you journeyed for 9 hours at an average 50 mph? 450 miles
In math, how many faces does a dodecahedron have? 12
In math, how many minutes are there in three quarters of an hour? 45
In math, how many minutes are there in two-thirds of an hour? 40
In math, how many seconds are there in half a minute? 30
In math, how many sides does a Heptagon have? 7
In math, how many sides does a heptagon have? 7
In math, how many sides does a pentagon have? 5
In math, how many square feet of carpet would you need to lay to cover a room 4 feet wide by 6 feet long? 24 Sq. Feet
In math, how many square yards of turf would you need to lay to cover a lawn 100 yards by 50 yards? “5 000”
In math, how many zeros are there when you write down the number one hundred thousand? 5
In math, how much change would you have from 50 cents if you bought 34 nails costing one penny each? 16 Cents
In math, how much change would you have from 75 cents if you bought 22 sweets costing 2 cents each? 31 Cents
In math, if 15 people go on vacation in an office of 30, what percentage of people remain? 50%
In math, if 35 passengers are on the top deck of a train and 25 are downstairs, how many passengers are there in total? 60
In math, if 35 passengers are on the top deck of a train and 38 are on the bottom, how many passengers are there in total? 73
In math, if 45 minutes of an hour have elapsed, what percentage remains? 25%
In math, if a boy saves 25 cents a week pocket money, how many weeks does it take him to save 2 dollars? 8
In math, if a boy weighs 73 pounds and their sister 51 pounds, how many pounds heavier is the brother? 22
In math, if a CD costs $2.99, how many could you buy with $10.00? 3
In math, if a gallon of gas costs $2.00, how much would it cost for 10 gallons? $20
In math, if a gallon of ice cream serves 20 people, how many gallons will be needed to serve 100 people? 5
In math, if a man walks 6 miles in one hour, how many minutes would it take him to walk 9 miles? 90 minutes
In math, if a phone call costs 10 cents per minute and lasts 25 minutes, how much would you pay? $2.50
In math, if a phone call costs 10 cents per minute and lasts for an hour, how much would that call cost? $6
In math, if a phone call costs 12 cents per minute and lasts 35 minutes, how much would you pay? $4.20
In math, if a school that has 100 students and one quarter of them are male, how many are female? 75
In math, if a square is divided by one line diagonally from corner to corner, how many triangles are created? 2
In math, if a square is divided by two lines diagonally from corner to corner, how many triangles are created? 4
In math, if a student achieves a mark of 60 out of a possible 120 in an exam, what is this expressed as a percentage? 50%
In math, if a triangle has one angle of 50 degrees and another of 40 degrees, how many degrees has the remaining angle? 90
In math, if each side of a pentagon is 22 centimeters long, how long is its perimeter? 110cm
In math, if each side of an Egyptian pyramid is 220 feet long, how far would you walk if you were to walk around it? 880 feet
In math, if in a survey of 133 pet owners it was found that 78 had cats, how many did not have cats? 55
In math, if one book costs $4.50, how many could you buy with $18.00? 4
In math, if one side of a square is 5 inches long, how many square inches make up its area? 25
In math, if one side of a square is 6 centimeters long, its area is how many square centimeters? 36
In math, if one side of a square is 8 centimeters long, what is its area? 64 square cm
In math, if someone is 5 feet 10 inches tall and their father is 6 feet 3 inches tall, how many inches taller is the father? 5
In math, if the radius of a circle is 2.5 inches, what is its diameter? 5 in
In math, if you bought 3 CDs at $9.99 each, how much change would you have from $30? 3 Cents
In math, if you bought 5 CDs at $9.99 each, how much change would you receive from $50.00? 5 cents
In math, if you buy a car for $10,000 less 10% discount for cash, what is the final cost of the vehicle? “$9 000 ”
In math, if you have a gross and a score of sweets how many sweets do you have in total? 164
In math, if you purchased 6 pounds of potatoes at 30 cents a pound, how much would you pay? $1.80
In math, if you rented a video for 10 nights at $2.50 a night, how much would it cost? $25.00
In math, is the number 172 exactly divisible by 13? No
In math, one half of one half is one what? Quarter
In math, the sum of the internal angles in a triangle is how many degrees? 180
In math, what ‘A’ describes a calculating table or frame upon which balls slide along wires? Abacus
In math, what ‘C’ describes triangles that are identical in both shape and size? Congruent
In math, what ‘G’ is the degree of the slope of a straight line compared with the horizontal? Gradient
In math, what ‘I’ is the name given to a triangle which has two equal sides? Isosceles
In math, what ‘P’ is the name given to any shape with 3 or more straight sides? Polygon
In math, what ‘R’ describes an equilateral parallelogram? Rhombus
In math, what ‘R’ is a shape with four sides, where all sides are of the same length, but none of the angles are right angles? Rhombus
In math, what ‘T’ is the name given to a line, curve or surface touching, but not intersecting, another line, curve or surface? Tangent
In math, what is 0.25 expressed as a fraction? Quarter
In math, what is 0.8 expressed as a fraction? 4/5
In math, what is 10 times 10, divided by 10? 10
In math, what is 1000 minus 615? 385
In math, what is 13 multiplied by 13? 169
In math, what is 13 multiplied by 4? 52
In math, what is 144 divided by 12? 12
In math, what is 15 multiplied by 9? 135
In math, what is 15 times 6? 90
In math, what is 20 times 80? “1 600”
In math, what is 25 multiplied by 6? 150
In math, what is 3 squared? 9
In math, what is 3 times 3 times 3? 27
In math, what is 451 minus 223? 228
In math, what is 470 minus 310? 160
In math, what is 909 divided by 9? 101
In math, what is a protractor used for measuring? Angles
In math, what is a quarter of a half? One Eighth
In math, what is a third of a half? Sixth
In math, what is a third of sixty-three? 21
In math, what is half of a quarter? Eighth
In math, what is half of a third? A Sixth
In math, what is negative eight plus nine? 1
In math, what is one third of 180? 60
In math, what is one-fifth of 120? 24
In math, what is sixteen multiplied by a half? 8
In math, what is the answer to any number multiplied by zero? 0
In math, what is the base number in the decimal number system? 10
In math, what is the base number in the Hexadecimal number system? 16
In math, what is the cube root of 125? 5
In math, what is the cube root of 8? 2
In math, what is the cube root of one million? 100
In math, what is the lowest even prime number? 6
In math, what is the number of degrees in a circle divided by the number of sides on a square? 90
In math, what is the number of sides on a hexagon multiplied by the number of days in the week? 42
In math, what is the number of sides on a nonagon multiplied by the number of signs of the zodiac? 108
In math, what is the square root of 1 plus the square root of 4 plus the square root of 9? 6
In math, what is the square root of 169? 13
In math, what is the sum of 25 and 117? 142
In math, what name is given to a 6 sided polygon? Hexagon
In math, what name is given to a number than can be only divided by itself and 1? Prime
In math, what name is given to a regular six-sided polygon in which all the sides are of the same length and all angles equal? Hexagon
In math, what name is given to a straight line that touches a curve at a point, but if extended does not cross it at that point? Tangent
In math, what name is given to an angle greater than 180 degrees but less than 360? Reflex Angle
In math, what name is given to an angle that is greater than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees? Obtuse
In math, what name is given to an eight-sided polygon? Octagon
In math, what percentage is 45 minutes of an hour? 75
In math, what total is given when 96 is divided by 6? 16
In math, what unit of measurement is abbreviated by the letters ‘CM’? Centimeter
In math, which distance is greater: a mile or a kilometer? Mile
In math, which distance is greater: a yard or a meter? Meter
In math, which has the greater volume, a U.S. pint or an Imperial pint? Imperial Pint
In math, which is larger three eighths or seven sixteenths? 7/16
In math, which is larger: 4 cubed or 7 squared? 4-Cubed
In math, which is more: a score or two dozen? Two dozen
In math, which mass is greater: 10 kilograms or 15 pounds? 10 Kilograms
In math, which mass is greater: an imperial ton or a metric ton? Imperial Ton
In math, which word describes a triangle whose angles all measure the same as each other? Equilateral
In math, whose theorem states that the square of the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides? Pythagoras
In mathematics, ‘2 pi r’ is the formula for determining what measurement of a circle? Circumference
In mathematics, a decagon is a polygon with how many sides? 10
In mathematics, add the number of days in two weeks to the number of months in two years? 38
In mathematics, add the square root of 16 to the square root of 9. 7
In mathematics, add together the number of sides on a square and an octagon. 12
In mathematics, an octagon is a polygon with how many sides? 8
In mathematics, divide the number of degrees in a right angle by 2. 45
In mathematics, does the binary system have the base number of 2 or 10? 2
In mathematics, does the duodecimal system have the base number of 10 or 12? 12
In mathematics, how long would it take a car traveling at 40 miles per hour, to travel 30 miles? 45 minutes
In mathematics, how many minutes are there in a third of an hour? 20
In mathematics, how many minutes are there in one-tenth of an hour? 6
In mathematics, how many minutes are there in two thirds of an hour? 40
In mathematics, how many seconds are there in half an hour? 1800
In mathematics, if 12 people split 48 dollars between them equally, how much money does each person get? $4
In mathematics, if 15 people contribute $2 each to a charity, how much is collected from them? $30
In mathematics, if 3 brothers split 27 sweets between them equally, how many sweets does each brother get? 9
In mathematics, if 35 people contribute $2 each to a drinks fund, how much is collected from them? $70
In mathematics, if 4 soccer games last 90 minutes each, how long in total minutes do they last? 360 Minutes
In mathematics, if a floor measures 10 meters by 12 meters, what is its area in square meters? 120 sq. meters
In mathematics, if a girl saves 20 cents a week pocket money, how many weeks does it take her to save $1.20? 6
In mathematics, if a trip by taxi cost $12.50, how much change would you get from $20? $7.50
In mathematics, if a trip by taxi cost $9.50, how much change would you get from $20? $10.50
In mathematics, if each side of a square is 1 meter long, what is the total length of all its sides? 4 meters
In mathematics, if the radius of a circle is 4 centimeters, what is the diameter? 8cm
In mathematics, if there are 200 fish in a river and 25 percent are caught, how many are left? 150
In mathematics, if there are 600 children at school and 30 percent go home for lunch, how many are left at school? 420
In mathematics, if two speeches each last a quarter of an hour, how many minutes in total will they be? 30
In mathematics, if you added together the 3 numbers after 100 what would the total be? 306
In mathematics, if you added together the three numbers after 50 what would the total be? 156
In mathematics, if you have a dozen eggs and a baker’s dozen of rolls, how many items do you have in total? 25
In mathematics, if you have five boxes each containing thirty-six apples, how many apples do you have in total? 180
In mathematics, if you have three bags each containing twelve oranges, how many oranges do you have in total? 36
In mathematics, if you plant 6 rows of 9 plants, how many plants would you have in total? 54
In mathematics, if you plant 9 rows of 9 plants, how many plants would you have in total? 81
In mathematics, if your salary is $20,000 per year and you pay 25% income tax, how much money is left after taxes? “$15 000”
In mathematics, multiply the number of days in the week by the number of months in the year. 84
In mathematics, multiply the number of hours in a day by the number of seasons in the year? 96
In mathematics, multiply the number of sides on a hexagon by the number of sides on a triangle. 18
In mathematics, multiply the number of sides on a pentagon by the number of faces on a cube. 30
In mathematics, what ‘D’ is the name given to any number between 0 and 9 in the decimal system? Digit
In mathematics, what ‘E’ describes a geometric figure, having all sides of equal length? Equilateral
In mathematics, what ‘G’ is a diagram on which points are plotted to illustrate the relationship between two or more variables? Graph
In mathematics, what ‘H’ is the name of the longest side of a right-angled triangle? Hypotenuse
In mathematics, what ‘I’ is given to a number where the square root of a negative number is replaced? Imaginary
In mathematics, what ‘S’ describes a triangle with three sides of unequal length? Scalene
In mathematics, what average is found by adding all the data and dividing by the total number of items? Mean
In mathematics, what does the number of degrees of the interior angles of a triangle add up to? 180
In mathematics, what is 100 times 100 times 100? “1 000 000″
In mathematics, what is the square root of 9 multiplied by the square root of 25? 15
In mathematics, what is twenty-five multiplied by eight? 200
In mathematics, what name is given to a quadrilateral in which all the sides are of the same length and all angles are right angles? Square
In mathematics, what name is given to the study and application of angles? Trigonometry
In mathematics, what number do you get by adding the number of days in a week to the number of months in a year? 19
In mathematics, what three identical angles make up an equilateral triangle? 60
In mathematics, what unit of measurement is abbreviated by the letters ‘mm’? Millimeter
In mathematics, what weight is represented by the letter ‘G’? Gram
In mathematics, which has the greater volume: two pints or one liter? Two Pints
In mathematics, which is larger: three-quarters or seven-eighths? Seven-eighths
In measurement, how many fluid ounces are there in a pint? 16
In measurement, is a furlong more or less than 100 meters? More
In measurement, is a kilometer more or less than a mile? Less
In measurements, is a meter longer or shorter than a yard? Longer
In medical science, in what decade was ‘In Vitro Fertilization’ perfected? 1970s
In medical science, the study of blood and its disorders is known as what? Hematology
In medical science, the study of hormones is known as what? Endocrinology
In medicinal history who performed the first heart transplant? Barnard
In medicine for what does the ‘S’ stand in the acronym AIDS? Syndrome
In medicine which instrument is used to examine the interior of a body canal or organ? Endoscope
In medicine, ‘otitis’ is a disease of which organ in the human body? Ear
In medicine, ‘rickets’ is a disease caused by a deficiency of which vitamin? D
In medicine, ‘Rubella’ is the proper medical name for what? German Measles
In medicine, ‘Scurvy’ is a disease caused by a deficiency of which vitamin? C
In medicine, ‘tension’, ‘cluster’ and ‘migraine’ are all types of what physical ailment? Headache
In medicine, a BCG vaccination is given to protect against which disease? Tuberculosis
In medicine, a dialysis machine is used to filter the blood in the event of the failure of which organ in the human body? Kidneys
In medicine, a pacemaker is used to regulate which organ of the body? Heart
In medicine, a Sphygmomanometer measures what? Blood Pressure
In medicine, a Spirometer measures certain volumes and capacities of which organ? Lung
In medicine, Acetaminophen is a drug better known as what? Tylenol
In medicine, an ‘auriscope’ is an instrument for examining which part of the body? Ears
In medicine, an ishihara test is used to test for which condition? Color Blindness
In medicine, an otoscope is an instrument for examining which part of the body? Ears
In medicine, Anthrophobia is a fear of what ‘H’? Humans
In medicine, are antibiotics normally used to treat viral or bacterial infections? Bacterial
In medicine, arthritis is the inflammation of what ‘J’ in the human body? Joints
In medicine, bronchodilators are drugs that work with what system: respiratory or circulatory? Respiratory
In medicine, by what name is hemorrhaging more commonly known? Bleeding
In medicine, by what name is the compound acetylsalicylic acid better known? Aspirin
In medicine, cirrhosis is a progressive disease of which organ in the human body? Liver
In medicine, does Cirrhosis affect the Kidney or the Liver? Liver
In medicine, does Hemophilia effect only men or only women? Men
In medicine, Electroconvulsive therapy is a treatment administered to which organ of the body? Brain
In medicine, hematology studies the physiology of what? Blood
In medicine, if you are described as anorexic, are you severely overweight or underweight? Underweight
In medicine, if you are described as myopic, are you near-sighted or far-sighted? Near-Sighted
In medicine, if you were suffering from hepatitis, which part of the body would be affected the most? Liver
In medicine, in the hospital department abbreviated as ‘ICU’, what does the ‘I’ stand for? Intensive
In medicine, in the hospital department abbreviated to ENT, for what does the ‘T’ stand? Throat
In medicine, in which country did the first successful human heart transplant take place? South Africa
In medicine, in which year was penicillin discovered? 1928
In medicine, is ‘Pertussis’ whooping cough or chickenpox? Whooping Cough
In medicine, is a congenital disease one that is present at birth or caught later in life? At birth
In medicine, is hypertension a condition of high blood pressure or low blood pressure? High
In medicine, is influenza a viral or bacterial infection? Viral
In medicine, Jonas Salk developed a successful vaccine against which condition in 1954? Poliomyelitis
In medicine, Rubella is the medical name for what? German Measles
In medicine, what ‘A’ describes a compulsive dependency on a substance? Addiction
In medicine, what ‘A’ is a word to describe symptoms or conditions that are short, sharp and over quickly? Acute
In medicine, what ‘A’ is the condition of a deficiency in the amount of red pigment hemoglobin in the blood? Anemia
In medicine, what ‘B’ describes a condition characterized by overeating? Bulimia
In medicine, what ‘C’ is the technical name for what is commonly known as liver disease? Cirrhosis
In medicine, what ‘D’ is the process used in the identification of a disease by means of a patient’s symptoms? Diagnosis
In medicine, what ‘F’ describes damage to the bones? Fracture
In medicine, what ‘G’ is a disease of the gums? Gingivitis
In medicine, what ‘G’ is the death and decay of body tissue due to loss of blood and bacterial action? Gangrene
In medicine, what ‘G’ is the name for a specialist dealing with the functions and diseases of women and girls? Gynecologist
In medicine, what ‘H’ is the common name for a burning sensation in the chest caused by acid reflux? Heartburn
In medicine, what ‘H’ is the condition of being excessively worried about your health? Hypochondria
In medicine, what ‘P’ is a drug administered with no curative effect? Placebo
In medicine, what ‘P’ is a prediction of the probable course and outcome of a disease? Prognosis
In medicine, what ‘P’ is an electronic device used to correct an abnormal or irregular heart rate? Pacemaker
In medicine, what ‘P’ is an inert substance, such as sugar, that is used in place of an active drug for tests? Placebo
In medicine, what ‘P’ is any agent that causes disease, especially a microorganism such as a bacterium or fungus? Pathogen
In medicine, what ‘P’ is the name for specialist children’s doctor? Pediatrician
In medicine, what ‘P’ is the name of the specialty that relates to children’s health? Pediatrics
In medicine, what ‘T’ describes the local coagulation of blood in the heart or a blood vessel? Thrombosis
In medicine, what ‘T’ is the more common name for the disease Consumption? Tuberculosis
In medicine, what ‘U’ is a scanning technique used in the examination of the fetus during pregnancy? Ultrasound
In medicine, what fluid is affected by thalassemia: urine or blood? Blood
In medicine, what fungal infection, with the medical name ‘tinea pedis’, attacks the soft skin of the feet, especially between the toes? Athlete’s Foot
In medicine, what is normally removed during a ‘Prefrontal Lobotomy’? Part of Brain
In medicine, what is normally removed during an appendectomy? Appendix
In medicine, what is the common name for Magnesium Hydroxide, which can be used to settle the stomach: milk of what? Magnesia
In medicine, what is the common name for the painkiller acetylsalicylic acid? Aspirin
In medicine, what name is given to a hospital which specializes in disorders of the skeletal and muscular system? Orthopedic
In medicine, what name is given to an instrument used by a doctor to listen to breathing or heartbeat? Stethoscope
In medicine, what name is given to an order written by a doctor to a pharmacist for medication? Prescription
In medicine, what name is given to the outbreak of blemishes often suffered by adolescents? Acne
In medicine, what name is given to the ward which usually specializes in care for patients with serious heart conditions? Cardiac
In medicine, what part of the body does a chiropodist study? Feet
In medicine, what part of the body would be examined with an ophthalmoscope? Eyes
In medicine, what specialist would treat glandular disorders? Endocrinologist
In medicine, which human organ was successfully transplanted for the first time in 1963? Liver
In medicine, which insect transmits malaria? Mosquito
In medicine, which insect transmits malaria? Mosquito
In medicine, which muscle is responsible for the flexing of the elbow joint? Biceps
In medicine, which part of the body is affected by ‘astigmatism’? Eye
In medicine, which was used first: aspirin or acetaminophen? Aspirin
In medicine, who discovered the drug penicillin? Fleming
In medieval times, what animal was ridden during a jousting tournament? Horse
In medieval times, what was the name for a soldier who specialized in using a bow and arrow? Archer
In meteorology, ‘nimbus’, ‘cumulus’ and ‘stratus’ are types of what? Clouds
In meteorology, a mixture of snow and rain is known as what? Sleet
In meteorology, is a ‘Hygrometer’ used to measure humidity or rainfall? Humidity
In meteorology, is a ‘manometer’ used to measure pressure or distance? Pressure
In meteorology, ribbon, sheet and forked are types of what? Lightning
In meteorology, what ‘D’ is a type of rain made up of very small droplets? Drizzle
In meteorology, what ‘H’ is pellets of frozen rain which fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds? Hail
In meteorology, what ‘R’ is the precipitation of fresh water from the atmosphere? Rainfall
In meteorology, which cloud type is usually found at the greater height above the ground: Stratus or Cirrus? Cirrus
In metereology, what is the name given to bars of equal pressure? Isobars
In Mexico, what is the name of the state which gives its name to a type of red sauce: Ketchup or Tabasco? Tabasco
In Michael Bond’s stories about ‘Paddington Bear’, what were his favorite sandwiches? Marmalade
In Michigan, is Kalamazoo north or south of Grand Rapids? South
In military battle uniform, the word camouflage meaning ‘to disguise’ is derived from which language? French
In military history, a ‘Cuirass’ was which piece of body armor? Breastplate
In military history, in what war did General MacArthur command the U.S. troops before being relieved by the president? Korean
In military history, the designer of the Spitfire, the aircraft that was one of the fastest and most effective single-seat fighters of World War II, was Reginald who? Mitchell
In military history, the sinking of the Lusitania contributed indirectly to the U.S.A.’s involvement in which war? World War I
In military history, what ‘C’ was the name given to a force of soldiers mounted on horseback? Cavalry
In military history, what was the name for the type of armor which consisted of a series of linked metal rings? Chain Mail
In military history, what was the name of a detachment detailed to protect the rear of a military formation? Rearguard
In military history, what was the title of the man who marched in front of the army and carried their colors or flag? Standard Bearer
In military terminology, for what does the initial ‘A’ in the acronym AWACS stand? Airborne
In military terms, what does the ‘M’ stand for in ‘MLRS’, a system for firing guided missiles? Multiple
In military weapons, what ‘B’ is a dagger designed to be attached to the muzzle of a rifle? Bayonet
In MLB, in which year of the 1990s did Mike Piazza sign with the Mets? 1998
In modern history, ‘Little Boy’ and ‘Fat Man’ were names given to the two atom bombs which were dropped on which country? Japan
In modern history, Chaim Weizmann was elected the first president of which country in 1949? Israel
In modern history, Checkpoint Charlie was a crossing point along which former East German landmark? Berlin Wall
In modern history, did the Soweto Riots take place in South Africa in 1976 or 1978? 1976
In modern history, did the Spanish Civil War begin in 1934 or 1936? 1936
In modern history, did Yuri Gagarin make the first space flight in 1961 or 1967? 1961
In modern history, during which war did the Battles of the Marne take place? World War I
In modern history, during which war was the first atomic bomb dropped? World War II
In modern history, Edouard Balladur was Prime Minister of which country? France
In modern history, how long did the Crimean War last: 3 or 5 years? 3 years
In modern history, how long did the Korean war last: 3 or 5 years? 3
In modern history, in which country did the ‘Night of the Long Knives’ take place in 1934? Germany
In modern history, in which country did the 1922 Rand Revolt take place? South Africa
In modern history, in which country was the Mau Mau rising of the 1950s? Kenya
In modern history, in which decade did the Reichstag fire in Germany take place? 1930s
In modern history, in which decade did the Spanish Civil War take place? 1930s
In modern history, in which year did India gain independence from Britain? 1948
In modern history, in which year was Nelson Mandela imprisoned for life? 1964
In modern history, Jan Smuts was Prime Minister of which country? South Africa
In modern history, Jean Henri Dunant inspired the foundation of what international humanitarian organization in 1864? Red Cross
In modern history, the Berlin Wall was erected in which year? 1961
In modern history, what ‘C’ is the name given to the Italian Mafia within America? Cosa Nostra
In modern history, what ‘C’ is the surname of Canada’s first female prime minister, who took office in 1993? Campbell
In modern history, what ‘C’ was the surname of the notorious Chicago gangster, who died in 1947? Capone
In modern history, what country were the ‘Jim Crow’ laws associated with? USA
In modern history, what king ruled the country of Jordan from 1953 until his death in 1999? Hussein
In modern history, what was the name for the area between the opposing armies’ trenches in World War I? No Man’s Land
In modern history, what was the number of the Apollo mission which landed on the moon in 1969: 7 or 11? 11
In modern history, which American President came to power in 1977? Jimmy Carter
In modern history, which American president came to power in 1981? Ronald Reagan
In modern history, which American President devised the name ‘United Nations’: Roosevelt or Truman? Roosevelt
In modern history, which American President initiated the US government agency of volunteers, the Peace Corps: Nixon or Kennedy? Kennedy
In modern history, which American president’s middle name was ‘Jefferson’? Clinton
In modern history, which American president’s nickname was ‘Ike’? Eisenhower
In modern history, which British Prime Minister led England in the fight against Nazi domination? Churchill
In modern history, which famous African said: ‘A democratic and free society is an ideal for which I am prepared to die’? Nelson Mandela
In modern history, which former President of the Czech Republic in the 1980s and ’90s was a leading writer of literature in his country? Vaclav Havel
In modern history, which leader joined Joseph Stalin and Franklin D. Roosevelt at the ‘Big Three’ summit in Iran in 1943? Churchill
In modern history, which open square in the center of Beijing, China was the site of pro-democracy student demonstrations in 1989? Tiananmen
In modern history, which Russian President dismissed his entire cabinet in August 1999? Boris Yeltsin
In modern history, which Russian revolutionary was born in 1879 and died of head wounds in 1940? Trotsky
In modern history, which Soviet leader attended the 1945 Yalta and Potsdam conferences and inaugurated the ‘cold war’ against all non-communist countries? Stalin
In modern history, which Soviet leader was arrested for revolutionary activity on seven occasions between 1902 and 1913? Stalin
In modern history, which subject did Mahatma Gandhi study in London before he became a Nationalist Indian leader and statesman? Law
In modern history, which war-time prime minister was given a knighthood and awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1953? Churchill
In modern history, who gave the orders for the ‘Night of the Long Knives’ in 1934? Adolf Hitler
In modern history, who was American president during the birth of Israel? Truman
In modern history, who was British Prime Minister after Winston Churchill’s first term as Prime Minister? Attlee
In modern history, who was British Prime Minister before Winston Churchill’s first term as Prime Minister? Chamberlain
In modern history, who was British Prime Minister during World War II and won the Nobel prize for literature in 1953? Churchill
In modern history, who was President after James Madison? Monroe
In modern history, who was president of the country of Egypt from 1970 until 1981? Sadat
In modern history, William Booth inspired the foundation of which international Christian religious and charitable movement in 1865? Salvation Army
In modern history, with which country were the ‘pass laws associated? South Africa
In modern literature, ‘The Cappuccino Years’ is part of which series of books by Sue Townsend? Adrian Mole
In modern literature, Detective Chief Inspector Reginald Wexford is the creation of which writer? Ruth Rendell
In modern literature, Hunter S. Thompson’s 1972 novel was ‘Fear and Loathing in…’ where? Las Vegas
In modern literature, in which American city is J.D. Salinger’s 1951 novel ‘The Catcher In The Rye’ set? New York
In modern literature, in which Scottish city was Irvine Welsh’s novel ‘Trainspotting’ set? Edinburgh
In modern literature, the author who wrote the 1971 novel ‘The Day of the Jackal’ is ‘Frederick ‘ who? Forsyth
In modern literature, what ‘C’ is the last name of the author of the ‘Dirk Pitt’ stories? Cussler
In modern literature, what ‘C’ is the one word title of the Stephen King novel about a high school girl with telekinetic powers? Carrie
In modern literature, what ‘L’ is the surname of the writer who wrote the book ‘Get Shorty’? Leonard
In modern literature, what ‘S’ is the surname of Will, the London-born novelist and journalist who wrote ‘Great Apes’ in 1997? Self
In modern literature, what is the first name of writer Adams, author of the novel ‘Watership Down’? Richard
In modern literature, what is the name of the young lawyer and lead character in the best-selling novel, ‘The Firm’? Mitch McDeere
In modern literature, what is the surname of American writer Gore, author of the 1968 novel ‘Myra Breckinridge’? Vidal
In modern literature, what nationality was the ‘Psycho’ in the title of Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel? American
In modern literature, what U.S. President won a Pulitzer Prize for his book ‘Profiles in Courage’? Kennedy
In modern literature, what was the first name of Detective Marlowe, as revealed in the Raymond Chandler novel ‘The Big Sleep’? Philip
In modern literature, which American writer disguised himself as the character Sal Paradise in the 1957 novel ‘On the Road’? Jack Kerouac
In modern literature, which British author wrote ‘A Passage to India’ in 1924? E.M. Forster
In modern literature, which C. S. Forester novel written in 1935 was turned into a film starring Humphrey Bogart in 1951, ‘The ‘ ? African Queen
In modern literature, which Graham Greene novel involves the boy gangster Pinky? Brighton Rock
In modern literature, which novel by John Steinbeck shares its name with a hit song by the band ‘Big Country’? East of Eden
In modern literature, which novel by Nicholas Monsarrat was based on the author’s wartime experiences in the navy? The Cruel Sea
In modern literature, which popular comedian and writer wrote ‘Without Feathers’ and ‘Getting Even”? Woody Allen
In modern literature, which popular novelist from Tyneside also wrote under the name of Catherine Marchant? Cookson
In modern literature, which popular novelist wrote ‘The Cinder Path’ and ‘The Mallen Streak’? Cookson
In modern literature, which Scottish author wrote the novel ‘Glue’, published in 2001? Irvine Welsh
In modern literature, which sport is the subject of Bernard Malamud’s novel ‘The Natural’? Baseball
In modern literature, which Terry wrote the ‘Discworld’ series of books? Pratchett
In modern literature, which Terry wrote the 1999 novel ‘The Fifth Elephant’? Pratchett
In modern literature, which Winston Groom novel, about a low intelligence man relating adventures to people at a bus stop, was made into an award-winning film in 1994? Forrest Gump
In modern literature, who was the defendant in the ‘Lady Chatterley’ trial? Penguin Books
In modern literature, who wrote ‘A Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich’? Solzhenitzen
In modern literature, who wrote ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’? Helen Fielding
In modern literature, who wrote ‘Midnight’s Children’? Salman Rushdie
In modern literature, who wrote the children’s book ‘Revolting Rhymes’? Roald Dahl
In modern literature, who wrote the children’s books that feature the wizard Harry Potter? J.K. Rowling
In modern literature, who wrote the children’s story ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’? Ian Fleming
In modern literature, who wrote the popular ‘Harry Potter’ books? J.K. Rowling
In modern literature, who wrote the Pulitzer Prize winner ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’? Harper Lee
In modern literature, whose first novel was ‘Casino Royale’, which was published in 1953? Ian Fleming
In modern slang, if something is ‘dope’, is it good, bad, purple, or stupid? Good
In money slang, if someone handed you a C-Note, how much money would you have? $100
In money, are 10 Singapore dollars worth more or less than 10 Hong Kong dollars? More
In money, how many cents are there in a Barbados Dollar? 100
In money, how many cents make up an dime? 10
In money, how many quarters are needed to make $3? 12
In money, how many quarters are needed to make $6.00? 24
In money, how many states names appear on the back of the five-dollar bill: 26 or 48? 26
In money, If there are 8 French francs to the dollar, how many francs are there in 5 dollars? 40 Francs
In money, if there are 9 Mexican pesos to the U.S. dollar, how many pesos are there in 10 dollars? 90 pesos
In money, in the year 2000, did the piano John Lennon composed ‘Imagine’ on sell to George Michael for six figures or seven figures? Seven figures
In money, in which country would you find the markka: Finland or the Netherlands? Finland
In money, in which year did Dr. Alan Greenspan originally take office as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System? 1987
In money, is the ‘Kwanza’ the currency of Mozambique or Angola? Angola
In money, is the unit of currency in Australia the pound or the dollar? Dollar
In money, is the unit of currency in India the Ruble or the Rupee? Rupee
In money, is the unit of currency in Russia the Rouble or the Rupee? Rouble
In money, is the zloty the currency of Albania or Poland? Poland
In money, the Baht is the national currency of which country? Thailand
In money, the Dow Jones Average is a leading Index of stock exchange prices in which country? United States
In money, the Escudo is the national currency of which country? Portugal
In money, the Federal Reserve, the central bank of the U.S., was founded by Congress in which decade? 1910s
In money, the Nikkei Stock Average is a leading stock market index in what country? Japan
In money, the tax applied to products produced within a country such as alcohol, tobacco and gas is called what duty: excise, customs, import or luxury? Excise
In money, what ‘B’ is the nickname given to someone on the stock exchange who sells shares in the expectation that their prices will fall? Bear
In money, what ‘P’ can either be a state run or private form of saving for retirement? Pension
In money, what is the currency of Hong Kong? Dollar
In money, what is the currency of Turkey? Lira
In money, what is the highest value note in circulation in the United States: $1,000 or $10,000? “$10 000″
In money, what is the monetary unit of China: the Yuan or the Won? Yuan
In money, what is the monetary unit of Latvia: the Lat or the Via? Lat
In money, what is the official currency of Antigua and Barbuda: the East Caribbean Dollar or the West Indian Franc? Dollar
In money, what is the official currency of Argentina? Peso
In money, what is the official currency of Brazil? Cruzado
In money, what is the official currency of Egypt? Pound
In money, what is the official currency of Kenya? Shilling
In money, what is the official currency of Mauritius? Rupee
In money, what is the official currency of Sierra Leone: the Sierra, or the Leone? Leone
In money, what is the official national unit of currency in Germany? Deutschmark
In money, what is the official unit of currency in France? Franc
In money, what was the slang term used for paper money during the War Between the States? Shin Plasters
In money, which president appointed Alan Greenspan as chairman of the Federal Reserve Board? Reagan
In money, which U.S. president appears on the redesigned fifty dollar bill? Ulysses Grant
In money, who was appointed Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board by President Reagan? Alan Greenspan
In money, whose image appears on the new, gold colored dollar coin? Sacajawea
In most U.S. states, how old do you have to be to obtain a driver’s Learners Permit? 15
In most US states, does a standard driving license give you the right to drive an automobile at the age of 16? Yes
In motor racing, what ‘S’ is the name of the Grand Prix circuit in Japan? Suzuka
In motor racing, who became Formula One champion for the first time in 1994? Schumacher
In motor racing, who won the 2001 San Marino Grand Prix? Ralf Schumacher
In motoring, what does the ‘M’ in ‘RPM’ stand for? Minute
In mountain biking slang, a ‘hardtail’ is a bike without any rear what? Suspension
In mountain-climbing, what ‘A’ is a technique used to descend very steep terrain or cliffs using a rope? Abseiling
In mountaineering, a ‘Carabiner’ is used to secure what to a climber? Rope
In mountaineering, what ‘C’ do climbers carry along with a whistle and a map? Compass
In mountaineering, what ‘C’ is the metal spiked frame placed in the boots to prevent slipping? Crampon
In mountaineering, what ‘P’ is the metal spike driven into rock to secure ropes? Piton
In movies, the Oscar-winning 1984 documentary about the successful career and assassination of San Francisco’s first elected gay councilor was called ‘The Times of ‘ who? Harvey Milk
In movies, what is Indiana Jones’ trademark weapon? Bullwhip
In movies, who received producer credits on the films ‘Star Wars’ and ‘American Graffiti’? Gary Kurtz
In music industry slang, what is an ‘axe’? Guitar
In music Obie Benson, Duke Fakir, Lawrence Payton and Levi Stubbs were members of the Motown Band ‘The Four ‘ what? Tops
In music, ‘Babylon’ was a UK hit song for which singer? David Gray
In music, ‘Barbershop’ is a style of close harmony singing that traditionally incorporates how many male voices? 4
In music, ‘Heart of Glass’ and ‘Denis’ were hits for which New York band in the 1970s? Blondie
In music, ‘Is There Something I Should Know?’ was a 1983 number one hit record for which band? Duran Duran
In music, ‘Jerry Lee ‘ who sang the hit song ‘Great Balls of Fire’? Lewis
In music, ‘Kettle’ and ‘Bongo’ are both types of what? Drum
In music, ‘Lifted’ and ‘Ocean Drive’ were hits in the 1990s for the band ‘Lighthouse ‘ what? Family
In music, ‘Old Blue Eyes’ is better known by what name? Frank Sinatra
In music, ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag’ was his first #1 R&B hit for which singer: James Brown or Chuck Berry James Brown
In music, ‘Say You, Say Me’ was a 1985 #1 hit for who? Lionel Richie
In music, ‘Say You’ll Be There’ and ‘2 Become 1’ were hits in the 1990s for which girl band? Spice Girls
In music, ‘The Blue Danube’ by Strauss is which type of dance: a waltz or a polka? Waltz
In music, ‘The Reflex’ was a big hit in 1984 for which band? Duran Duran
In music, ‘Uptight, Everything’s Alright’ and ‘Superstition’ were hits for which Motown singer? Stevie Wonder
In music, ‘White Ladder’, released in 2001 by Dave Matthews’ ATO Records, was the fourth album for which popular singer? David Gray
In music, a ‘nonet’ is a piece of music for how many instruments? 9
In music, a ‘triplet’ is a group of how many notes? 3
In music, a device used to mark time at a steady pace is called what? Metronome
In music, a Mattinata is a song sung at which time of the day: morning or evening? Morning
In music, a piano quintet is written for how many instruments? 5
In music, a quartet is written for how many performers? 4
In music, a small two pronged instrument used for checking pitch is known as a what? Tuning Fork
In music, a triangle, bell and gong are all part of which family of instruments? Percussion
In music, a trio is written for how many performers? 3
In music, actress Catherine Zeta Jones from the TV series ‘Darling Buds of May’ released which single in 1992? For All Time
In music, Amati and Guarneri are both manufacturers of which type of musical instrument? Violin
In music, Andr Previn and Colin Davis have both been principal conductors of which orchestra founded in 1904? London Symphony
In music, at how many revolutions per minute did ‘singles’ and ‘EP’s’ play: 45rpm or 33 rpm? 45rpm
In music, Barry, Robin and Maurice are all members of which family band? Bee Gees
In music, Ben E. King had a hit with which record in 1961 and again in 1986? Stand By Me
In music, Ben E. King was the lead singer with which singing group: the Drifters or the Platters? The Drifters
In music, Bonnie, June and Ruth Pointer were all members of which pop group? Pointer Sisters
In music, Bono and The Edge are members of which Irish band? U2
In music, Brenda Lee was ‘Rockin’ Around the ‘ what in 1962? Christmas Tree
In music, castanets originate from which European country? Spain
In music, complete the name of the group ‘Gary Puckett and the …’ what? Union Gap
In music, complete the name of the group ‘Martha Reeves and the ‘ what? Vandellas
In music, complete the name of this British group ‘Fine Young ‘ what? Cannibals
In music, complete the name of this musical trio, ‘Fun Lovin’ ‘ what? Criminals
In music, complete the title of Barry White’s 1974 hit single ‘You’re the First, the Last, My ‘ what’? Everything
In music, complete the title of Bob Marley’s hit, ‘I Shot the ‘ what? Sheriff
In music, complete the title of the 1966 Wilson Pickett Song ‘Land of 1000′ what’? Dances
In music, complete the title of the Bob Dylan song that was a 1992 hit for Guns ‘N’ Roses, ‘Knockin’ On Heaven’s ‘ what? Door
In music, complete the title of the opera written by Puccini: ‘Madame ‘ what? Butterfly
In music, complete the title of the opera written by Richard Wagner: ‘The Flying ‘ what? Dutchman
In music, complete the title of this 1986 Genesis single: ‘Invisible ‘ what? Touch
In music, complete the title of this 1994 Bruce Springsteen single, ‘Streets of ‘ where? Philadelphia
In music, complete the title of this George Michael and Aretha Franklin 1987 duet, ‘I Knew You Were what For Me’? Waiting
In music, complete the title of this George Michael and Elton John 1991 duet, ‘Don’t Let the Sun ‘ what? Go Down On Me
In music, complete the title of this Gershwin opera, ‘Porgy and ‘ what? Bess
In music, complete the title of this hit for Oasis – ‘Cigarettes and ‘ what? Alcohol
In music, complete the title of this hit for Oasis: ‘All Around the …’ what? World
In music, complete the title of this hymn, ‘Onward Christian ‘ what? Soldiers
In music, complete the title of this hymn, ‘Praise my soul the King of ‘ what? Heaven
In music, Dana International won the 1998 Eurovision Song Contest for which country? Israel
In music, does Paul McCartney play the guitar with his right hand or his left hand? Left
In music, does the German term ‘Blasmusik’ refer to music for wind or string instruments? Wind
In music, does the term ‘allegro’ mean slowly or quickly? Quickly
In music, does the term ‘cross-fingering’ refer to brass or woodwind instruments? Woodwind
In music, does the term ‘Lento’ mean slowly or loudly? Slowly
In music, does the term ‘una corda’ refer to the piano or the violin? Piano
In music, Eddie Kendricks, Otis Williams, Paul Williams, Melvin Franklin and David Ruffin formed which Motown five-piece vocal group? Temptations
In music, Fender and Gibson are both manufacturers of which type of musical instrument? Guitar
In music, Freddie Mercury fronted which band in the 1970s and 1980s: ‘Air Supply’, ‘Queen’ or ‘The Eagles’? Queen
In music, French instrumentalist ‘Jean-Michel …’ who is famous for his laser concerts? Jarre
In music, from where does the percussion instrument the crescent originate, Morocco or Turkey? Turkey
In music, from which country does the blind singer, songwriter and pianist Ray Charles come? America
In music, from which country does the singer, songwriter and guitarist Bryan Adams come? Canada
In music, from which English city did the Beatles originate? Liverpool
In music, how does the Aeolian Harp produce sound? Wind
In music, how is singer Paul Francis Gadd better known? Gary Glitter
In music, how many beats in a bar does a waltz usually have? 3
In music, how many crotchets equal a minim? 2
In music, how many full octaves does a standard modern piano have: 5 or 7? 7
In music, how many horizontal lines make up a staff on which music is written? 5
In music, how many keys are on a full sized piano? 88
In music, how many members are in the group the Backsteet Boys? 5
In music, how many minims equal a semibreve or whole note? 2
In music, how many notes are there in a chord known as a triad? 3
In music, how many operas make up Wagner’s ‘Ring Cycle’? 4
In music, how many planets were included in Gustav Holst’s ‘The Planets Suite’? 7
In music, how many prongs does a tuning fork have? 2
In music, how many quavers are there in a minim? 4
In music, how many strings are there on a standard harp? 47
In music, how many strings does a cello have? 4
In music, how many strings does a harp have? 47
In music, how many symphonies did Beethoven write? 9
In music, how many symphonies did Dvorak compose? 9
In music, how many voices are in a barbershop quartet? 4
In music, how old was Little Jimmy Osmond when he had his first solo British Number One with ‘Long Haired Lover From Liverpool’: 9 or 11? 9
In music, how would you play an instrument called a ‘Psaltery’: pluck it or blow it? Pluck It
In music, in 1986 Stevie Nicks hit the Top 40 singing ‘Needles and Pins’ with which rocker? Petty
In music, in the 19th century, ‘Peer Gynt’ was the work of which Norwegian composer? Edvard Grieg
In music, in what song did ‘The Who’ hope they died before they got old? My Generation
In music, in what year did The Beatles have their first number one hit in the U.S.: 1964 or 1959? 1964
In music, in which century did the composer Tchaikovsky live? 19th
In music, in which century was the composer Benjamin Britten born? 20th
In music, in which century was the composer Claude Debussy born? 19th
In music, in which century was the composer Leonard Bernstein born? 20th
In music, in which century was the composer Ludwig van Beethoven born? 18th
In music, in which country is the La Scala Opera House? Italy
In music, in which country was composer Stravinsky born? Russia
In music, in which country was Placido Domingo born? Spain
In music, in which country was pop singer Celine Dion born? Canada
In music, in which country was singer and songwriter Julio Iglesias born? Spain
In music, in which country was singer Olivia Newton-John born? England
In music, in which country was singer Tom Jones born? Wales
In music, in which country was the composer Jean Sibelius born? Finland
In music, in which country was the pianist and composer Sergei Rachmaninov born? Russia
In music, in which country was the pop singer Bjork born? Iceland
In music, in which decade did Cyndi Lauper have her first hit ‘Girls Just Wanna Have Fun’? 1980s
In music, in which decade did George Gershwin write ‘Rhapsody in Blue’? 1920s
In music, in which English university city was The New Opera Company formed in the late 1950s? Cambridge
In music, in which present day country was composer Vivaldi born? Italy
In music, in which year did Abba win the Eurovision Song Contest with the song ‘Waterloo’: 1974 or 1980? 1974
In music, in which year did Elektra Records release ‘The Doors’ album with the band’s first top 10 single ‘Light My Fire’ on it: 1967 or 1964? 1967
In music, in which year of the 1970s did the Sex Pistols originally release the single ‘Anarchy in the UK’? 1976
In music, in which year were the Beach Boys formed: 1951 or 1961? 1961
In music, is ‘Carmen’, an opera by Bizet or Puccini? Bizet
In music, is ‘La Clemenza di Tito’, an opera by Mozart or Verdi? Mozart
In music, is a ‘Timpani’ a large gong or a kettle drum? Kettle Drum
In music, is a crotchet a musical note or an instrument? Musical Note
In music, is a Dirge more likely to be played at a wedding or a funeral? Funeral
In music, is a saxophone a member of the brass or woodwind section of an orchestra? Woodwind
In music, is a saxophone a single or double reeded instrument? Single
In music, is an oboe a woodwind or a brass instrument? Woodwind
In music, is the bassoon a wind or string instrument? Wind
In music, is the cello a wind or string instrument? String
In music, is the cello an instrument held between the knees or under the chin? Between Knees
In music, is the clarinet a single or double reed woodwind instrument? Single
In music, is the Italian term ‘lento’ an instruction to play fast or slow? Slow
In music, is the Italian term ‘Presto’ an instruction to play fast or slow? Fast
In music, is the libretto the words or the music to an opera or ballet? Words
In music, is the viola an instrument held between the knees or under the chin? Under the chin
In music, Jackie, Tito and Jermaine were members of which family band? The Jacksons
In music, Joe Strummer was a member of which punk rock band? The Clash
In music, Julie Covington’s hit, ‘Don’t Cry For Me Argentina’, is from which Andrew Lloyd Webber musical? Evita
In music, Keith Moon was a member of which rock band? The Who
In music, Malcolm Sargent was the principal conductor of which orchestra? BBC Symphony
In music, Manchester born Mick Hucknall is the lead singer with which band? Simply Red
In music, Martha Reeves was the lead singer with which Motown group? Vandellas
In music, Mel C duetted with which male singer on the single ‘When You’re Gone’ in 1999? Bryan Adams
In music, name the soul singer who had hits with ‘I Heard It Through The Grapevine’ and ‘What’s Goin’ On’? Marvin Gaye
In music, name the soul singer who was shot and killed by his father in 1984. Marvin Gaye
In music, of which group was Martha Reeves the lead singer: the Supremes or the Vandellas? Vandellas
In music, of which group was Phil Spector’s wife, Ronnie, the lead singer: the Ronettes or the Crystals? Ronettes
In music, on the album cover ‘Abbey Road’, which Beatle is leading across the pedestrian crossing? John Lennon
In music, Robert Van Winkle is the real name of which rapper? Vanilla Ice
In music, Shane MacGowan fronted which band in the 1980s: ‘The Pogues’, ‘New Order’ or ‘The Smiths’? The Pogues
In music, Shane MacGowan is the lead vocalist of which Anglo-Irish group? The Pogues
In music, sharing its name with a container for boiling liquids, a ‘timpani’ is also known as a ‘ what drum’? Kettledrum
In music, sharing its name with a denomination of coin, a tin whistle is also known as a what kind of whistle? Penny
In music, Sheila Ferguson, Valerie Holiday and Fayette Pinkney were a group called ‘The Three ‘ what? Degrees
In music, Steven Tyler is the singer in which American rock band? Aerosmith
In music, Tchaikovsky’s ‘1812 Overture’ commemorates Napoleon’s retreat from which city? Moscow
In music, the ‘Aeolian’ and the ‘Jews’ are both types of which instrument? Harp
In music, the ‘Dance of the Seven ‘ what is performed in front of Herod in Richard Strauss’s opera ‘Salome’? Veils
In music, the 1960s pop group who had hits with ‘California Dreamin’ and ‘Dedicated To The One I Love’ were called ‘The Mamas and The ‘ who? Papas
In music, the bass and trumpet player in the band the Commodores was called Ronald who? LaPread
In music, the bassist in the bands ‘Genesis’ and ‘Mike and the Mechanics’ is named Mike who? Rutherford
In music, the Cor Anglais is an instrument belonging to which family: the oboe or the violin? Oboe
In music, the didgeridoo originates from which country? Australia
In music, the famous song that was composed by Thomas Arne is entitled ‘Rule ‘ what? Britannia
In music, the Flamenco is a style of dance mainly associated with which country: Italy or Spain? Spain
In music, the flute belongs to which family of the orchestra? Woodwind
In music, the group ‘A-Ha’ had a #1 hit in 1985 with the song ‘Take on’ what? Me
In music, the Kemp Brothers were members of which 1980s pop group? Spandau Ballet
In music, the legendary Blues singer B.B. King plays a guitar that he calls what? Lucille
In music, the long-bearded duo Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill are part of which rock trio? ZZ Top
In music, the New Vaudeville Band, a close-harmony group, had their biggest hit singing about which English cathedral? Winchester
In music, the New York Philharmonic makes its home in ‘Avery what Hall’ in Lincoln Center? Fisher
In music, the oldest orchestra in the U.S., the New York Philharmonic, was founded in what century? 19th
In music, the Olsen Brothers won the 2000 Eurovision Song Contest for which country? Denmark
In music, the opera ‘Boris Godunov’ was written by which composer? Mussorgsky
In music, the opera ‘Gloriana’ was written to commemorate the coronation of which English queen? Elizabeth II
In music, the opera ‘Macbeth’ first performed in 1847 was written by which composer? Verdi
In music, the operetta ‘Bunthorne’s Bride’ is better known as what? Patience
In music, the operetta ‘The Slave of Duty’ is better known as ‘The Pirates of ‘ where? Penzance
In music, the priest that the Beatles sang about in the song ‘Eleanor Rigby’ was ‘Father ‘ who? McKenzie
In music, the song ‘Don’t Cry For Me, Argentina’ comes from which Andrew Lloyd Webber musical? Evita
In music, the song ‘Lovin’ You’, which climbed the charts in 1975, was performed by ‘Minnie ‘ who? Riperton
In music, the song ‘Maybe This Time’ is from which Broadway musical? Cabaret
In music, the song ‘Memory’ comes from which Andrew Lloyd Webber musical? Cats
In music, the song ‘My Way’ was written by whom? Paul Anka
In music, the song ‘Rock Around the Clock’ was originally recorded by who ‘… and his Comets’ in 1955? Bill Haley
In music, the song ‘Tonight’ comes from which Leonard Bernstein musical? West Side Story
In music, the song that has a tune adapted from one of Elgar’s ‘Pomp and Circumstance’ marches is called ‘Land of Hope and ‘ what? Glory
In music, the songs ‘Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head’ and ‘Do You Know The Way to San Jose?’ were composed by the songwriting partnership of Hal David and Burt who? Bacharach
In music, the sousaphone, designed to be used in marching bands, is a variant of which orchestral brass instrument? Tuba
In music, the Spinet and the Virginal are both small types of which keyboard instrument? Harpsichord
In music, the style of close harmony singing that traditionally incorporates four male voices is named after which kind of shop? Barber
In music, the Texas soloist known as Van Cliburn was famous for playing which instrument? Piano
In music, the tune ‘This is My Song’ simultaneously reached the positions of Number 1 and Number 2 in the charts at the same time recorded by Petula Clark and Harry Secombe respectively. Who wrote it? Charlie Chaplin
In music, the TV series title song from Cheers said ‘Where everyone knows…’ what? Your Name
In music, the violin, cello and double bass belong to which family of instruments? String
In music, to which family of instruments does the ‘glockenspiel’ belong? Percussion
In music, to which family of instruments does the clarinet belong? Woodwind
In music, to which family of instruments does the drum belong? Percussion
In music, to which family of instruments does the tambourine belong? Percussion
In music, to which instrument do all of the other instruments in the orchestra generally tune? Oboe
In music, was the ‘ophicleide’ a wind or stringed instrument? Wind
In music, was the gittern a medieval wind or stringed instrument? Stringed
In music, what ‘A’ is a style of singing without musical accompaniment: A Cappella or Arpeggio? A Cappella
In music, what ‘A’ is a term which indicates the notes of a chord should be played in rapid succession? Arpeggio
In music, what ‘B’ is a fretted stringed instrument originating in Greece? Bouzouki
In music, what ‘B’ is a long stick with horsehair stretched along its length, used for playing stringed instruments like the violin? Bow
In music, what ‘B’ is a note whose length equals eight crochets? Breve
In music, what ‘B’ is a three-stringed triangular shaped instrument of Russian origin? Balalaika
In music, what ‘B’ is an instrument that has parts called ‘Drone’ and ‘Chanter’? Bagpipes
In music, what ‘B’ is an instrument that normally sounds the ‘Last Post’? Bugle
In music, what ‘B’ is the composer of the ‘Moonlight Sonata’? Beethoven
In music, what ‘B’ is the lowest male singing voice? Bass
In music, what ‘B’ is the lowest male singing voice? Bass
In music, what ‘C’ are percussion instruments, often to be found in brass bands, comprising two metal discs struck together? Cymbals
In music, what ‘C’ holds the baton and leads an orchestra? Conductor
In music, what ‘C’ is a ballet composed in the 1870s with music by Delibes? Coppelia
In music, what ‘C’ is a composition, typically in three movements, for orchestra and one or more solo instruments? Concerto
In music, what ‘C’ is a group of usually three or more notes sounded together as a basis of harmony? Chord
In music, what ‘C’ is a symbol on a musical staff, indicating the pitch of the notes? Clef
In music, what ‘C’ is given to the name of three or more tones sounded simultaneously? Chord
In music, what ‘C’ is the end piece designed to close a composition? Coda
In music, what ‘C’ is the four-stringed instrument of the violin family, pitched lower than the viola but higher than the double bass? Cello
In music, what ‘C’ is the musical note equal to one quarter of a semi-breve? Crotchet
In music, what ‘C’ is the name given to a group of singers? Choir
In music, what ‘C’ is the name given to music performed by a small group of musicians such as string quartets or piano trios? Chamber
In music, what ‘C’ is the name often given to a large choir? Chorus
In music, what ‘D’ is a name given to a composition for two instrumentalists? Duet
In music, what ‘D’ is a style of jazz also called ‘New Orleans’ or ‘Traditional’ style? Dixieland
In music, what ‘D’ is the name given to the single-pitched pipes in a bagpipe and the monotonous noise they make? Drone
In music, what ‘F’ is the colloquial term for the violin? Fiddle
In music, what ‘F’ is the name of one of the vertical bars along the neck of a guitar or banjo? Fret
In music, what ‘F’ is the singing method used by males to achieve notes higher than the normal vocal range? Falsetto
In music, what ‘G’ is a 6 stringed instrument played by many pop groups? Guitar
In music, what ‘G’ is an old English tune twice mentioned in Shakespeare’s ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’? Greensleeves
In music, what ‘H’ is an open-framed instrument played by plucking the strings with your fingers? Harp
In music, what ‘H’ is another word for a mouth organ? Harmonica
In music, what ‘I’ is the name given to the distance between two notes of different pitches? Interval
In music, what ‘J’ is the girl’s name that is a colloquial term for the pianoforte? Joanna
In music, what ‘K’ is the family of instruments to which the piano belongs? Keyboard
In music, what ‘L’ are the words to an opera known as? Libretto
In music, what ‘L’ is a piece of music or a song expressing grief or mourning? Lament
In music, what ‘L’ is the name given to the text of an opera performance? Libretto
In music, what ‘L’ is the name used to describe words that accompany the music? Lyrics
In music, what ‘M’ is a form of secular song in four or five parts usually sung without instrumental accompaniment? Madrigal
In music, what ‘M’ is a form of secular song in four or five parts usually sung without instrumental accompaniment? Madrigal
In music, what ‘M’ is a mechanical device often used to keep time when practicing music? Metronome
In music, what ‘M’ is a mechanical device used to reduce the tonal volume of an instrument? Mute
In music, what ‘M’ is a self-contained section of a symphony? Movement
In music, what ‘M’ is the name of the former lead singer of ‘The Smiths’ who went solo in 1988? Morrissey
In music, what ‘M’ is the surname of the former lead singer of ‘Queen’ who died in 1992? Mercury
In music, what ‘N’ is a ballet composed in the late 1800s with music by Tchaikovsky? Nutcracker
In music, what ‘N’ is a note that is neither sharpened nor flattened? Natural
In music, what ‘O’ is a keyboard instrument usually found in churches? Organ
In music, what ‘O’ is an instrumental ensemble of varying size that is usually made up of strings, woodwind, brass and percussion? Orchestra
In music, what ‘O’ is an interval of eight notes counting bottom and top notes? Octave
In music, what ‘O’ is an keyboard instrument in which air blown by a bellows vibrates within tuned pipes to produce sound? Organ
In music, what ‘P’ describes a musician who shows exceptional skill at an early age? Prodigy
In music, what ‘P’ is the name usually given to a composition intended as the preface to a further, longer piece of music? Prelude
In music, what ‘P’ is the section of the orchestra to which the timpani belong? Percussion
In music, what ‘Q’ is a piece written for four voices or instruments: a quartet or a quaver? Quartet
In music, what ‘S’ is an Indian string instrument: a Sarod or a Semele? Sarod
In music, what ‘S’ is an orchestral composition usually consisting of four contrasting movements? Symphony
In music, what ‘S’ is the name given to an elaborate piece of music performed by a full orchestra and written in several movements? Symphony
In music, what ‘S’ is the name used to describe the music that accompanies the lyrics? Score
In music, what ‘S’ is the word used to describe the accenting of a weak instead of a strong beat? Syncopation
In music, what ‘T’ is a low-pitched, brass instrument? Tuba
In music, what ‘T’ is a modern musical instrument closely resembling the ‘sackbut’? Trombone
In music, what ‘T’ is a name given to a composition for three instrumentalists? Trio
In music, what ‘T’ is another word for a kettledrum? Timpani
In music, what ‘T’ is the name of the brass instrument which plays the lowest note? Tuba
In music, what ‘T’ is the word used to describe the speed at which a piece of music is performed? Tempo
In music, what ‘V’ are mechanical devices fitted to some brass instruments which enable them to play all the notes of the chromatic scale? Valves
In music, what ‘V’ describes the member of the violin family, slightly larger that a violin? Viola
In music, what are the first names of the U.S. pop duo Simon and Garfunkel? Paul and Art
In music, what are the first names of the U.S. pop duo the Everly Brothers? Don and Phil
In music, what band is in part comprised of the battling brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher? Oasis
In music, what composer and conductor wrote the music for the Broadway musical version of Voltaire’s ‘Candide’? Bernstein
In music, what does ‘adagio’ mean: slowly or quickly? Slowly
In music, what does ‘allegro’ mean: lively or softly? Lively
In music, what does the instruction ‘adagio’ mean? Slow
In music, what does the instruction ‘Allegro’ mean? Quickly
In music, what does the term ‘allegro’ mean? Quickly
In music, what does the term ‘da capo’ mean? Repeat
In music, what female singer had a hit with ‘I Put A Spell On You’ in the 1960s? Nina Simone
In music, what girl group had a number one hit single in 1962 with ‘He’s a Rebel’? Crystals
In music, what group rose to the top of the charts with the rock hit ‘Sunshine of Your Love’? Cream
In music, what instrument is associated with the Australian musician John Williams? Spanish Guitar
In music, what instrument is associated with the Canadian jazz musician Oscar Peterson? Piano
In music, what instrument is Elton John famous for playing? Piano
In music, what instrument takes the form of a small keyboard resembling a glockenspiel with hammers striking steel plates suspended over wooden resonators? Celesta
In music, what is the connection between Sir Edward Elgar and the Beatles? Abbey Road
In music, what is the first name of the German composer, Brahms? Johannes
In music, what is the first name of the German-born American conductor, Previn? Andre
In music, what is the real name of Bono, the lead singer of the group U2? Paul Hewson
In music, what is the real name of the singer Alice Cooper: Vincent Furnier or Brian Warner ? Vincent Furnier
In music, what is the surname of Floria, the heroine of an opera by Puccini? Tosca
In music, what is the title of Beethoven’s only opera? Fidelio
In music, what is widely considered the world’s longest running jazz festival with its 44th Annual coming in 2001? Monterey
In music, what name is given to a combination of three or more notes played together? Chord
In music, what nationality is composer and performer Philip Glass? American
In music, what nationality was the pianist and composer Aaron Copland? American
In music, what note is a whole tone above G? A
In music, what record company’s headquarters is a cylindrical building in Hollywood? Capitol
In music, what singer had a number one hit in 1986 with ‘Addicted to Love’? Robert Palmer
In music, what singing star also played Matt Helm in the movies? Dean Martin
In music, what sort of instrument are the ‘Piccolo Claves’: percussion or woodwind? Percussion
In music, what sort of instrument is the Dulcimer: string or wind? String
In music, what term is used to describe three or more notes played simultaneously? Chord
In music, what the is surname of the band leader from Florida who has had hits such as ‘Refugee’ and ‘American Girl’? Petty
In music, what type of ball did Marty Wilde sing about in the title of his 1961 Top 10 hit? Rubber
In music, what type of instrument is a Euphonium: brass or woodwind? Brass
In music, what type of instrument is a trombone: woodwind or brass? Brass
In music, what type of instrument sometimes has snares attached to it? Drum
In music, what type of race did Queen sing about in the title of their 1978 Top 20 hit? Bicycle
In music, what was the Christian name of the French composer Berlioz? Hector
In music, what was the first name of the singer born Mary O’Brien and who had a 1963 hit with ‘I Only Want to be with You’? Dusty
In music, what was the name of Martha Reeves backup group? Vandellas
In music, what was the surname of the Austrian composer who became known as the Waltz King? Strauss
In music, what was the title of Mike Oldfield’s second album, released in 1974? Hergest Ridge
In music, where did the band ABBA come from: Sweden or Australia? Sweden
In music, where does the leader of an orchestra normally sit: to the left or to the right of the conductor? Left
In music, where was guitarist Carlos Santana born: Cuba or Mexico? Mexico
In music, where was singer Bob Marley born: Jamaica or New Zealand? Jamaica
In music, which ‘Godfather of Soul’ was discovered in 1955 after recording a demo of ‘Please, Please, Please’? James Brown
In music, which ‘J’ is musician Ozzy Osbourne’s real first name? John
In music, which 1950s singer born Frank Lovecchio had hits with ‘A Woman in Love’ and ‘Rawhide’? Frankie Laine
In music, which 1960s pop group had hits with ‘5-4-3-2-1’ and ‘Pretty Flamingo’? Manfred Mann
In music, which actress and singer had a 1980 Number 1 hit with ‘Woman in Love’? Streisand
In music, which actress and singer performed the 1978 duet, ‘You Don’t Bring Me Flowers’ with Neil Diamond? Streisand
In music, which actress was the inspiration for Sir Elton John’s classic ‘Candle in the Wind’? Marilyn Monroe
In music, which album did Bruce Springsteen release first: ‘Human Touch’ or ‘Tunnel of Love’? Tunnel of Love
In music, which American rock band has trademark long beards? ZZ Top
In music, which American vocal group originally had hits with ‘My Girl’ in the 1960s and ‘Just My Imagination’ in the 1970s? Temptations
In music, which animal was featured in the title of a 1994 hit by Jimmy Nail? Crocodile
In music, which Austrian composer became known as ‘The Waltz King’? Strauss
In music, which Austrian composer wrote the operetta ‘Die Fledermaus’? Strauss
In music, which band had a Number 1 hit in 1978 with ‘Baby Come Back’? Player
In music, which band had a number one hit with ‘Livin’ On A Prayer’ in 1987? Bon Jovi
In music, which band had hits in the 70s with the albums ‘Animals’ and ‘Wish You Were Here’? Pink Floyd
In music, which band of ‘Brothers’ recorded ‘Jesus is Just All Right with Me’? Doobie
In music, which band took its name from a character in the movie ‘Barbarella’? Duran Duran
In music, which basketball star has a record called ‘Visions’ featuring a song called ‘Thug Poet’? Kobe Bryant
In music, which Beatle had a number one solo hit with ‘Imagine’? John
In music, which Beatles song starts with the line ‘When I find myself in times of trouble’: ‘Let it Be’ or ‘Hey Jude’? Let It Be
In music, which Beatles track was their first number one hit single in the U.S.? Love Me Do
In music, which Beatles’ hit was the last #1 hit of 1967? Hello Goodbye
In music, which bird was ‘Ascending’ in the title of a work by Vaughan Williams? Lark
In music, which British band originally recorded ‘Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now’ in 1984? The Smiths
In music, which British band originally recorded ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ in 1979? Buggles
In music, which British group’s drummer was Keith Moon? The Who
In music, which clef places G above middle C on the second line of the staff? Treble
In music, which composer wrote ‘The Planets Suite’? Gustav Holst
In music, which composer wrote ‘The Planets’? Holst
In music, which composer wrote the music for ‘West Side Story’? Bernstein
In music, which composer wrote the music for the symphonic children’s tale entitled ‘Peter and the Wolf’ in 1936? Prokofiev
In music, which famous English composer wrote the opera ‘Billy Budd’: Walton or Britten? Britten
In music, which female country and western singer died in a plane crash in 1963? Patsy Cline
In music, which female singer had a hit with ‘All Alone Am I’ in the 1960s? Brenda Lee
In music, which female vocalist is married to rap star Bobby Brown? Whitney Houston
In music, which former member of the Beatles had a 1984 hit entitled ‘We All Stand Together’? Paul McCartney
In music, which former member of the Beatles is left handed? Paul McCartney
In music, which former member of the Beatles wrote the song ‘Imagine’? John Lennon
In music, which Gilbert and Sullivan opera was subtitled ‘The Peer and the Peri’? Iolanthe
In music, which Gilbert and Sullivan opera was subtitled ‘The Town of Titi-Pu’? Mikado
In music, which girl did the Hollies sing about in 1968: Jennifer Eccles or Suzy Parker? Jennifer Eccles
In music, which glam rock star died in September 1977 when the car in which he was traveling hit a tree? Marc Bolan
In music, which instrument has eight finger holes and comes in sizes Bass, Tenor and Descant? Recorder
In music, which instruments, used to accompany the guitar, are often played by Spanish Flamenco dancers? Castanets
In music, which legendary American Blues singer plays a guitar that he calls ‘Lucille’? B.B. King
In music, which lively dance of Bohemian origin shares its name with a pattern of bold dots usually on fabric? Polka
In music, which London train station did the Kinks sing about in 1967: Waterloo or Paddington? Waterloo
In music, which member of the band Nirvana was married to Courtney Love? Kurt Cobain
In music, which member of the band Simple Minds was married to Chrissie Hynde? Jim Kerr
In music, which Mike Oldfield album was the first album to be released on Virgin Records in 1973? Tubular Bells
In music, which Motown singer was born Steveland Judkins and had hits with ‘Superstition’ and ‘I Just Called to Say I Love You’? Stevie Wonder
In music, which Motown singer was originally a member of the Commodores before having solo hits with ‘Hello’ and ‘All Night Long’? Lionel Richie
In music, which name precedes ‘Grimes’ in the title of an opera by Benjamin Britten? Peter
In music, which of the famous ‘Three Tenors’ is Italian: Carreras, Domingo or Pavarotti? Pavarotti
In music, which of the famous ‘Three Tenors’ was born in Madrid but went to live in Mexico? Domingo
In music, which of the following composers was born first: Beethoven or Wagner? Beethoven
In music, which of the following is the location of London’s Royal Opera House: Covent Garden, Albert Hall or Earl’s Court? Covent Garden
In music, which of the following jazz musicians was born first: Dizzy Gillespie or Miles Davis? Dizzy Gillespie
In music, which of these composers was born first: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart or Franz Schubert? Mozart
In music, which of these singers died first: Bobby Darin or Jim Croce? Jim Croce
In music, which Oscar Hammerstein musical does the song ‘Ol’ Man River’ come from? Showboat
In music, which President was known to play the saxophone? Bill Clinton
In music, which rock ‘n’ roll singer had hits with ‘Blueberry Hill’ and ‘Ain’t that a Shame’? Fats Domino
In music, which rock group formed in Birmingham had a hit with ‘Nights in White Satin’ in 1967? Moody Blues
In music, which Rolling Stones track was their first number one hit single in the U.S.? Satisfaction
In music, which Seattle-born guitar legend died in 1970? Jimi Hendrix
In music, which singer had a 1967 hit with ‘Something’s Gotten Hold of My Heart’? Gene Pitney
In music, which singer had a 1968 hit with ‘Can’t Take My Eyes off You’? Andy Williams
In music, which singer had a number one hit in 1964 with the song ‘My Guy’? Mary Wells
In music, which singer was born Marie Lawrie, and had a hit with ‘To Sir With Love’? Lulu
In music, which soul legend died in a plane crash in December 1967? Otis Redding
In music, which soul singer who sang ‘Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay’ died in 1967? Otis Redding
In music, which U.S. soul artist had hits with, ‘Please, Please, Please’ and ‘Papa’s got a Brand New Bag’? James Brown
In music, which US rock singer released the album ‘Human Touch’ in 1992? Springsteen
In music, which US soul artist had hits with ‘Sexual Healing’ and ‘Mercy, Mercy Me’? Marvin Gaye
In music, who duetted with Elton John on the hit song ‘Don’t Go Breaking My Heart’? Kiki Dee
In music, who duetted with George Michael on the 1991 hit single ‘Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’? Elton John
In music, who formed the group ‘Wham’ with George Michael? Andrew Ridgeley
In music, who had a 1958 number one hit with ‘Magic Moments’? Perry Como
In music, who had a 1979 number one with ‘Tragedy’? Bee Gees
In music, who had a hit single with ‘Brown Eyed Girl’? Van Morrison
In music, who had a number one hit in 1985 with the song devoted to entertainer Frank Sinatra called ‘Frankie’? Sister Sledge
In music, who had hits in the 1950s with ‘Roll Over Beethoven’, ‘Sweet Little Sixteen’ and ‘Johnny B. Goode’? Chuck Berry
In music, who had the 1995 hit ‘Big River’? Jimmy Nail
In music, who had the hit ‘What have you done with me lately’? Janet Jackson
In music, who is known as ‘The Queen of Soul’? Aretha Franklin
In music, who is known as ‘The Queen of Soul’? Aretha Franklin
In music, who is the lead singer of U2? Bono
In music, who said ‘We’re more popular than Jesus’? John Lennon
In music, who sang ‘Ebony and Ivory’ with Paul McCartney? Michael Jackson
In music, who sang ‘Mellow Yellow””? Donovan
In music, who sang ‘The Wanderer’ and ‘Abraham, Martin and John’? Dion
In music, who sang a duet with Elton John on the 1991 hit single ‘Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’? George Michael
In music, who sang the 1963 hit, ‘It’s My Party’? Lesley Gore
In music, who was born Harry Webb in India and who first hit the charts in the 1950s with ‘Move It’? Cliff Richard
In music, who was born Robert Zimmerman in Hibbing, Minnesota in 1941? Bob Dylan
In music, who was the first vocalist to front the 1970s heavy rock band Black Sabbath? Ozzy Osbourne
In music, who was the first vocalist to front the 1970s rock band Led Zeppelin? Robert Plant
In music, who was the frontman in the 1990s grunge band Nirvana? Kurt Cobain
In music, who was the frontman of the 1960s/70s rock band The Stooges? Iggy Pop
In music, who was the oldest member of the Beatles when they released their first album in 1963? Ringo Starr
In music, who was the Roy who sang the hit song ‘Oh Pretty Woman’? Orbison
In music, who was voted best vocal male performance at the 1958 Grammy Awards? Perry Como
In music, who wrote the rag-time tune called ‘The Entertainer’? Joplin
In music, whose first single, ‘Hey Joe’, hit the charts in 1967? Jimi Hendrix
In music, whose first single, ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’, topped the charts in 1965? The Byrds
In music, whose marriage is celebrated in Mozart’s famous opera, ‘The Marriage of’ what? Figaro
In music, with what instrument would you associate rock musician Clarence Clemons? Saxophone
In music, with which British ‘Indie’ band would you associate Robert Smith and Lol Tolhurst? The Cure
In music, with which instrument would you associate Jazz bandleader and arranger Glenn Miller? Trombone
In music, with which instrument would you associate Scott Joplin? Piano
In music, with which instrument would you particularly associate Keith Jarrett? Piano
In music, with which metal rock band would you associate the brothers Alex and Eddie? Van Halen
In music, would you find a ‘manual’ on an organ or an accordion? Organ
In musical composition, the word ‘toccata’ comes from the Latin term ‘toccare’ meaning what in English: ‘to touch’ or ‘to taste’? Touch
In musical instruments, how many strings does a harp have? 46
In musical instruments, how many valves does a cornet have? 3
In musical instruments, what ‘T’ is another word for ‘Kettledrums’? Timpani
In musical instruments, which of the following would you NOT find in the percussion section of an orchestra: a Timpani, a Triangle or a Tuba? Tuba
In musical notation, what is the name given to the note that is an eighth of the length of a semibreve? Quaver
In musical notation, what is the name given to the note that is half the length of a quaver? Semiquaver
In musical notation, what name is given to the act of singing in a key above one’s normal singing voice? Falsetto
In musical notation, what symbol takes its name from the French word for ‘key’ and appears at the beginning of a stave? Clef
In musical scores, ‘dim.’ is the abbreviation for what? Diminuendo
In musical scores, ‘LH’ is the abbreviation for what? Left Hand
In musical theater, which Rodgers and Hammerstein musical opened in 1943 and was their first collaboration? Oklahoma!
In musical theater, who wrote the lyrics for ‘West Side Story’? Sondheim
In mythology which Greek god was the equivalent of the Roman god Neptune? Poseidon
In mythology, a golden version of which fruit was the prize in the beauty competition judged by Paris? Apple
In mythology, according to Homer, what ‘S’ was the god Apollo’s bow made from? Silver
In mythology, Achilles had only one part of his body that was vulnerable to injury – which part? Heel
In mythology, Apollo is the Roman god of what ‘S’: sun or sea? Sun
In mythology, Dionysus was the god of which alcoholic beverage? Wine
In mythology, El Dorado is a city fabled to be full of what? Gold
In mythology, Frey is the god of what? Fertility
In mythology, Friday is named after which Norse goddess? Freya
In mythology, if Ambrosia is the ‘Food of the Gods’, what is Nectar? Drink
In mythology, is ‘Balder’ the Egyptian or Norse god of innocence and light? Norse
In mythology, is Diana a figure in Greek or Roman mythology? Roman
In mythology, is Loki the Roman or Norse god of mischief and evil? Norse
In mythology, is the god Dionysus Greek or Roman? Greek
In mythology, is the god Saturn Greek or Roman? Roman
In mythology, Minerva was the Roman goddess of what? Wisdom
In mythology, Nestor was a Greek leader in which war? Trojan War
In mythology, Saturn is the Roman god of what ‘A’: angels or agriculture? Agriculture
In mythology, Stentor was the herald who lost a shouting contest to which herald of the gods? Hermes
In mythology, the Griffin had the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a what? Lion
In mythology, the Norse god Mimir was the god of what: wisdom or poetry? Wisdom
In mythology, the Norse god Odin, represented as a one-eyed, bearded man, was the keeper of all what: animals or knowledge? Knowledge
In mythology, Thor was the Norse god of which type of weather? Thunder
In mythology, Thursday is named after which Norse God? Thor
In mythology, Venus was the goddess of love and the mother of which winged boy? Cupid
In mythology, was Diana the Roman goddess of the sun or the moon? Moon
In mythology, was Hippolytus a Greek or Roman Hero? Greek
In mythology, was the maiden Arachne skilled at weaving or singing? Weaving
In mythology, was the sun god Apollo Greek or Roman? Roman
In mythology, were the Amazons a legendary race of warlike men or women? Women
In mythology, were the monsters of the underworld, the Gorgons, men or women? Women
In mythology, were the Sirens skilled at dancing or singing? Singing
In mythology, what ‘A’ was a Greek hero and the son of Aphrodite? Aeneas
In mythology, what ‘B’ was the name of the Roman god of wine? Bacchus
In mythology, what ‘F’ was the name of the Roman god of agriculture? Faunus
In mythology, what ‘H’ was the name of the Greek goddess of witchcraft, spooks and magic? Hecate
In mythology, what ‘M’ was the herald of the gods who also has a planet named after him? Mercury
In mythology, what ‘M’ was the Roman god of war? Mars
In mythology, what ‘N’ was the God of the sea who also has a planet named after him? Neptune
In mythology, what ‘T’ was the Norse god of thunder? Thor
In mythology, what name is given to the three-pronged fork carried by Neptune? Trident
In mythology, which ancient civilization worshipped Poseidon, the god of the sea? Greek
In mythology, which ancient civilization worshipped the sun god Ra? Egyptian
In mythology, which creature was part lion, part goat and part serpent? Chimaera
In mythology, which fabled creature looked like a horse with a long horn? Unicorn
In mythology, which Greek god is the equivalent of the Roman god Neptune? Poseidon
In mythology, which Greek god was described by Homer as ‘The Lord Archer who has the appearance of a star’? Apollo
In mythology, which son of Cephissus and Liriope fell in love with his own reflection? Narcissus
In mythology, which son of Hecuba and Priam kidnapped Helen? Paris
In mythology, which sort of weather is the Greek god Ganymede said to personify: rain or sun? Rain
In mythology, which time of day is the Greek goddess Eos said to personify: dusk or dawn? Dawn
In mythology, which wizard was a companion of King Arthur? Merlin
In mythology, which women were described in the Iliad as ‘those who go to war like men’? Amazons
In mythology, who founded the city of Rome? Romulus
In mythology, who is the Norse god of thunder and war? Thor
In mythology, who led the Argonauts in search of the Golden Fleece? Jason
In mythology, who opened the box that released all varieties of evil? Pandora
In mythology, who was the Egyptian god of the earth? Geb
In mythology, who was the Greek equivalent of Aurora, the goddess of the dawn? Eos
In mythology, who was the Greek god who slayed the Gorgon Medusa? Perseus
In mythology, who was the Greek goddess of love? Aphrodite
In mythology, who was the Greek goddess of wisdom? Athena
In mythology, who was the Norse king of gods? Odin

In (N to P…)

In nature is a whale a fish or a mammal? Mammal
In nature is the ‘storm petrel’ a land bird or a sea bird? Sea Bird
In nature, ‘bladderwrack’ is a species of what type of marine plant: plankton or seaweed? Seaweed
In nature, ‘Blow-Flies’ come in two colors – the most common are blue, but what color are the others? Green
In nature, ‘Cambridge Gage’ and ‘Early Laxton’ are varieties of which soft fruit? Plum
In nature, ‘Fescue’ and ‘Bermuda’ are types of what ‘G? Grass
In nature, ‘Fescue’ is a type of what? Grass
In nature, ‘Glen Moy’ and ‘Malling Admiral’ are varieties of which soft berry? Raspberry
In nature, ‘Myosotis’ is the botanical name for which flower? Forget-me-not
In nature, ‘Penicillin’ and ‘Streptomyces’ are what kind of plant? Fungus
In nature, ‘portabella’ and ‘shiitake’ are types of what ‘M’? Mushroom
In nature, ‘Rice’, ‘Bamboo’ and ‘Wheat’ are all types of which plant? Grass
In nature, ‘Royal Sovereign’ and ‘Talisman’ are varieties of which soft fruit? Strawberry
In nature, ‘Soldier, ‘Red’ and ‘Fire’ are all types of which insect? Ants
In nature, ‘Tedaniidae’ is a member of what type of marine life? Sponge
In nature, a ‘Puff Ball’ is a species of what? Fungus
In nature, a dock leaf is traditionally used to relieve a skin rash caused by which plant? Stinging Nettle
In nature, a samlet or parr is the young of what type of fish? Salmon
In nature, acorns are produced by which plant? Oak Tree
In nature, African and French are two varieties of which summer bedding plant? Marigold
In nature, alder and birch are types of what? Tree
In nature, an elver is the young of which fish? Eel
In nature, an insect is made up of three parts: the head, the abdomen and the what? Thorax
In nature, an offshore coral reef that is separated from the mainland by a deep lagoon is known as a what reef? Barrier
In nature, are beans classified as pulses or tubers? Pulses
In nature, are dandelion and sycamore seeds dispersed by the wind or through self-dispersal? Wind
In nature, are holly berries poisonous? Yes
In nature, are weaver, army and pharaoh species of ant or beetle? Ant
In nature, avocet, kestral and kite are types of what? Bird
In nature, banana trees originate from which continent? Asia
In nature, Barn and Snowy are both types of which bird? Owl
In nature, beans are seeds enclosed inside what ‘P’? Pods
In nature, bees collect pollen and what ‘N’? Nectar
In nature, birch, elm and beech are all types of what? Trees
In nature, Blue, Couch and Marram are all forms of what? Grass
In nature, by what ‘R’ is the mountain ash tree also known? Rowan
In nature, by what name are ‘Gastropods’ more commonly known? Snails
In nature, by what name is the common bird ‘Troglodytes troglodytes’ better known: sparrow or wren? Wren
In nature, catnip belongs to which family of herbs? Mint
In nature, do deciduous trees lose their leaves annually? Yes
In nature, do elm trees shed their leaves? Yes
In nature, do grapefruit grow on vines or trees? Trees
In nature, do lemon trees produce a lot of acetic acid or citric acid? Citric
In nature, do male or female mosquitoes transmit disease? Female
In nature, do male or female seahorses give birth to their young? Male
In nature, do pineapples grow on bushes or trees? Bushes
In nature, do pineapples grow on trees? No
In nature, do xerophytic plants grow in water and water-logged conditions? No
In nature, does a beaver live in a drey or a lodge? Lodge
In nature, does a dandelion flower open or close in the evening? Close
In nature, does a deciduous tree shed its leaves? Yes
In nature, does a perennial plant flower for just one year or for several years? Several Years
In nature, does a typical starfish have 5 or 7 arms? 5
In nature, does an ‘ectoparasite’ live inside or outside its host? Outside
In nature, does an annual plant flower once a year or throughout the year? Once
In nature, does an insect eating bird have a hooked or pointed beak? Pointed
In nature, does Bright’s Disease affect the kidney or the liver? Kidney
In nature, does the aubergine fruit come from the eggplant or the potato plant? Eggplant
In nature, does the male or female seahorse give birth to the young? Male
In nature, elderberries come from which species of tree? Elder
In nature, Elizabeth of Glamis and English Miss are pink varieties of which plant? Roses
In nature, feathers from the female Eider duck are used in which type of bed cover, also known as a comforter? Duvet
In nature, from what does a daffodil grow: a seed or a bulb? Bulb
In nature, from what does a tulip grow: a seed or a bulb? Bulb
In nature, from which flower do we obtain the spice saffron: the crocus or the orchid? Crocus
In nature, how many acorns does a mature Oak tree produce: around 5,000 or around 50,000? “50 000”
In nature, how many body segments do caterpillars have: 13 or 15? 13
In nature, how many eyes do caterpillars have in total: 12 or 18? 12
In nature, how many leaves does a trefoil plant such as clover have? 3
In nature, how many leaves sprout from a ‘Dicot’ seedling? 2
In nature, how many lobes does a sycamore leaf have: 5 or 7? 5
In nature, how many tentacles does a squid have? 10
In nature, how many times a year do deciduous trees lose their leaves? 1
In nature, how many times a year do evergreen trees lose their leaves? 0
In nature, how many toes does an Indian elephant have on its hind feet? 4
In nature, how many types of newt are there in Britain: 3 or 30? 3
In nature, how many wings has a dragonfly? 4
In nature, if a plant is an ‘annual’, for how many years does it live? 1
In nature, is a ‘barbel’ a land or sea creature? Sea
In nature, is a ‘beluga’ a land or sea creature? Sea
In nature, is a ‘Bottle Brush’ a type of tree or a fruit? Tree
In nature, is a ‘Cypress’ a type of tree or a fruit? Tree
In nature, is a ‘John Dory’ a fish or a bird? Fish
In nature, is a beaver’s home called a ‘lodge’ or a ‘sett’? Lodge
In nature, is a bergamot a plant or animal? Plant
In nature, is a capsicum a plant or an animal? Plant
In nature, is a Capybara a lizard or a rodent? Rodent
In nature, is a Cuckoo-Pint a plant or a bird? Plant
In nature, is a cypress a type of plant or animal? Plant
In nature, is a delphinium a plant or an animal? Plant
In nature, is a Dock a plant or an animal? Plant
In nature, is a figwort a type of plant or animal? Plant
In nature, is a flowerpecker a plant or bird? Bird
In nature, is a flying fox a bird or a bat? Bat
In nature, is a Fuchsia a plant or an animal? Plant
In nature, is a fungus considered a plant? No
In nature, is a ling a type of bird or fish? Fish
In nature, is a Locust a type of beetle or grasshopper? Grasshopper
In nature, is a Narcissus a type of plant or fish? Plant
In nature, is a natterjack a toad or a bat? Toad
In nature, is a tortoise a reptile or a mammal? Reptile
In nature, is an ‘Alder’ a tree or an insect? Tree
In nature, is an aspen a tree or an animal? Tree
In nature, is an avocet a type of plant or bird? Bird
In nature, is ebony a hard or soft wood? Hard
In nature, is flax a type of plant or animal? Plant
In nature, is it the male or female mosquito which can transmit malaria? Female
In nature, is ivy deciduous or evergreen? Evergreen
In nature, is Oleander classed as a herb or flower? Flower
In nature, is ornithology the study of seeds or birds? Birds
In nature, is the Birch an evergreen tree? No
In nature, is the breed the ‘Jersey White Giant’ a chicken or sheep? Chicken
In nature, is the English Yew a deciduous or an evergreen tree? Evergreen
In nature, is the fir tree evergreen or deciduous? Evergreen
In nature, is the garter snake poisonous or non-poisonous? Non-poisonous
In nature, is the Holly deciduous or evergreen? Evergreen
In nature, is the Horse Chestnut a deciduous or an evergreen tree? Deciduous
In nature, is the Onion from the Lily family? Yes
In nature, is the potato more closely related to the tomato or leek? Tomato
In nature, is the Sequoia tree deciduous or evergreen? Evergreen
In nature, is the spruce tree evergreen or deciduous? Evergreen
In nature, is the sycamore tree a member of the beech or the maple family? Maple
In nature, is the temperature in tundra regions generally cold or warm? Cold
In nature, is the wood from a eucalyptus tree a hard or softwood? Hardwood
In nature, is the wood from a pine tree a hardwood or softwood? Softwood
In nature, is the yew tree deciduous or evergreen? Evergreen
In nature, Jacmanii and Montana are varieties of which plant? Clematis
In nature, lox comes from what type of fish? Salmon
In nature, Marsh, Corn and French are types of which flower? Marigold
In nature, Marsh, Spear and Carline are types of which spiny wild flower? Thistle
In nature, mulberry leaves are the staple food of which insect? Silk Worm
In nature, name the ‘M’ that chatters and in a group is called a troop? Monkey
In nature, of which tree is the acorn the fruit? Oak
In nature, parakeets, snipes and condors are all types of what? Bird
In nature, pinot noir, semillon and grenache are all types of which fruit? Grape
In nature, plants, fungi and bacteria all produce what ‘S’? Spores
In nature, Powder Puff, Elephant’s Ear and Cannonball are all species of what type of plant? Tree
In nature, quince trees originate from which continent? Asia
In nature, rosehips contain a large amount of which vitamin? C
In nature, some desert trees have small leaves to help reduce the loss of what? Water
In nature, Song and Mistle are both species of which garden bird? Thrush
In nature, sweet and horse are two of the four most common species of which tree? Chestnut
In nature, the ‘cetenocephalides felis’, usually found on felines, is commonly known by what name? Cat Flea
In nature, the ‘Helliborus’ is known as a ‘ what Rose’? Christmas
In nature, the ‘Impatiens’ plant is commonly known as ‘Busy …’ what? Lizzie
In nature, the ‘Kumara’ is a sweet potato native to which country? New Zealand
In nature, the ‘Red Admiral’, ‘Camberwell Beauty’ and ‘Cabbage White’ are all types of which insect? Butterfly
In nature, the almond is the fruit of a tree from which family? Rose
In nature, the apple is the fruit of a tree from which family? Rose
In nature, the banana belongs to which plant family? Ginger
In nature, the blackberry plant is also known as what ‘B’? Bramble
In nature, the blackberry shrub belongs to which flower family: rose or rhododendron? Rose
In nature, the cantaloupe is a variety of which fruit? Melon
In nature, the Castor Bean Tick, usually found on sheep and cattle, is commonly known by what name? Sheep Tick
In nature, the chlorophyll in plant leaves absorbs energy from what? Sunlight
In nature, the dandelion takes its name from which animal’s tooth? Lion
In nature, the deathcap is a type of what? Toadstool
In nature, the dewberry is a variety of which edible berry? Blackberry
In nature, the diet of the Australian koala bear includes leaves from what kind of tree? Eucalyptus
In nature, the dromedary or Arabian camel has how many humps? 1
In nature, the ear of which animal is often used for dogs to chew on? Pig
In nature, the early-morning bird-song is known as the what chorus? Dawn
In nature, the eggplant is also known as what ‘A’? Aubergine
In nature, the Eucalyptus plant is a favorite of which creature? Koala Bear
In nature, the flower ‘narcissus pseudonarcissus’ is more commonly known as what? Daffodil
In nature, the flower ‘Primula Vulgaris’ is more commonly known as what? Primrose
In nature, the flower the ‘Tea Rose’, is native to which country? China
In nature, the flower, the Dahlia, is native to which country? Mexico
In nature, the flowers and berries from which common hedgerow bush can be used to make wine, jelly and flavored cordials? Elder
In nature, the fruit of the wild rose is known as what? Rosehip
In nature, the gold of a European goldfinch is found on which part of its body? Wing
In nature, the harmless Hover-Fly closely resembles which stinging insect? Wasp
In nature, the houseplant called ‘Impatiens Walleriana’ is better known as the ‘Busy ‘ what? Lizzie
In nature, the Joshua Tree is native to which country? America
In nature, the Kiwi is a soft fruit native to which country? China
In nature, the laburnum tree has what color flowers? Yellow
In nature, the plant Heliotrope is commonly known as ‘Cherry ‘ what? Pie
In nature, the plant known as ‘Queen Anne’s Lace’ is also known as ‘Cow ‘ what? Parsley
In nature, the prickly pear is a species from which family of plant? Cactus
In nature, the shell of which squid-like creature is commonly used for caged birds to chew on? Cuttlefish
In nature, the shell plates of ‘Clams’, ‘Mussels’ and ‘Oysters’ are in how many parts? 2
In nature, the slow moving, spiral-shelled garden pest mollusks are more commonly known as what? Snails
In nature, the watercress plant has what color flowers? White
In nature, thistledown seeds are produced by which plant? Thistle
In nature, to which family of flowers does the pimpernel belong? Primrose
In nature, two species of tree squirrel can be found in North America: red and what other? Grey
In nature, what ‘A’ are absent in non-flowering plants, preventing pollination? Anthers
In nature, what ‘A’ is a fodder plant also known as ‘Lucerne’? Alfalfa
In nature, what ‘A’ is a large shellfish that is a major source of Mother of Pearl? Abalone
In nature, what ‘A’ is a product that was originally obtained from the willow tree? Aspirin
In nature, what ‘A’ is a single celled organism which sometimes occurs as an internal parasite? Amoeba
In nature, what ‘A’ is a thistle-like plant with edible, fleshy flower heads, known as ‘Hearts’? Artichoke
In nature, what ‘A’ is the part of the flower that produces pollen? Anther
In nature, what ‘B’ are single celled organisms that can cause decomposition or disease? Bacteria
In nature, what ‘B’ can be a woody plant smaller in size than a tree or a general term for wild uncultivated country? Bush
In nature, what ‘B’ is a common garden shrub, often grown to attract butterflies? Buddleia
In nature, what ‘B’ is a game fish having a long narrow body with a projecting jaw and fang-like teeth? Barracuda
In nature, what ‘B’ is a herb of the genus Ocimum? Basil
In nature, what ‘B’ is a kind of grass frequently found on golf courses: Bermuda or Bahamas? Bermuda
In nature, what ‘B’ is a large woody grass that grows mainly in the tropics, where the hollow jointed stems are cultivated and used to make furniture? Bamboo
In nature, what ‘B’ is a natural freshwater stream? Brook
In nature, what ‘B’ is a small, dark, edible fruit that grows on a prickly bush known as a bramble? Blackberry
In nature, what ‘B’ is another name for the herb Deadly Nightshade? Belladonna
In nature, what ‘B’ is the most common variety of volcanic rock? Basalt
In nature, what ‘B’ is the protective outer layer of trees? Bark
In nature, what ‘B’ is the sound of a lamb? Bleat
In nature, what ‘C’ are succulent plants belonging to the family Cactaceae with a thick stem, usually spines but no leaves, and brilliantly colored flowers? Cacti
In nature, what ‘C’ is a cereal plant, also known as maize? Corn
In nature, what ‘C’ is a mass of scales or bracts, usually ovate in shape, containing the reproductive organs of certain non-flowering plants? Cone
In nature, what ‘C’ is a strong, aromatic spice that is the dried flower bud of a tropical tree that some say can be chewed to relieve a toothache? Clove
In nature, what ‘C’ is a type of beetle that attacks the leaves of potato plants? Colorado
In nature, what ‘C’ is absent in fungi preventing photosynthesis? Chlorophyll
In nature, what ‘C’ is another name for the vegetable zucchini? Courgette
In nature, what ‘C’ is the common name for a tropical evergreen tree whose kidney shaped nuts are only edible after roasting? Cashew
In nature, what ‘C’ is the most common of the white hedgerow parsleys? Cow Parsley
In nature, what ‘C’ is the name for an ear of sweetcorn or maize? Corncob
In nature, what ‘C’ is the sound a pigeon makes? Coo
In nature, what ‘C’ is the study of the structure and function of plant and animal cells? Cytology
In nature, what ‘D’ is a plant whose name comes from the French for ‘lion’s teeth’? Dandelion
In nature, what ‘E’ are trees that never shed their leaves? Evergreen
In nature, what ‘E’ is a silvery, alpine flower that gave its name to a song in ‘The Sound of Music’? Edelweiss
In nature, what ‘E’ is the name given to the swamplands of Florida? Everglades
In nature, what ‘F’ is a common evergreen tree? Fir
In nature, what ‘F’ is a complex ecological system where trees are the dominant life form? Forest
In nature, what ‘F’ is a low, marshy, frequently flooded area of land dominated by grasses and reeds? Fen
In nature, what ‘F’ is a pear-shaped fruit with sweet tasting flesh and many seeds? Fig
In nature, what ‘F’ is a word used to describe the cutting down of a tree? Felling
In nature, what ‘F’ is derived from the Latin for ‘leaf’ and means the total mass of leaves on a tree or plant? Foliage
In nature, what ‘F’ is the joining of the pollen and the ovule of a plant? Fertilization
In nature, what ‘F’ is the name given to each of the flowering stems making up a head of broccoli? Floret
In nature, what ‘F’ is the nest or hollow in which a rabbit lives? Form
In nature, what ‘F’ is the remains or trace of a living thing preserved in a rock or stone? Fossil
In nature, what ‘G’ can be root or stem and is sometimes used in cooking and medicine? Ginger
In nature, what ‘G’ do fish use to breathe? Gill
In nature, what ‘H’ are the only birds that are able to fly backwards? Hummingbirds
In nature, what ‘H’ can follow ‘Bluebell’, ‘Grape’ and ‘Water’ to make the name of a flower? Hyacinth
In nature, what ‘H’ is a common shrub that usually produces blue flowers in acid soil and pink flowers in alkaline soil? Hydrangea
In nature, what ‘H’ is a papery vine with yellowish-green flowers that is used in brewing beer? Hop
In nature, what ‘H’ is the name given to the breeding den of an otter? Holt
In nature, what ‘H’ is the tree that produces Conkers? Horse Chestnut
In nature, what ‘I’ is a climbing plant related to Ginseng and is often associated with Christmas? Ivy
In nature, what ‘J’ is the type of shrub or small tree which provides the flavoring for gin? Juniper
In nature, what ‘K’ is the name given to the edible part of a nut? Kernel
In nature, what ‘L’ are blood-sucking insects which have eggs known as nits? Lice
In nature, what ‘L’ are the main organs for photosynthesis and transpiration in a plant? Leaves
In nature, what ‘L’ is a type of worm commonly found on sandy beaches and often used as fishing bait? Lugworm
In nature, what ‘L’ is the common name for a climbing plant of the cucumber family that can be used as a sponge? Loofah
In nature, what ‘L’ type of plant is often planted specifically to renew nitrogen supplies in soils? Legumes
In nature, what ‘M’ is a marmoset? Monkey
In nature, what ‘M’ is a mixture of straw, leaves and peat placed around plants to prevent loss of moisture by evaporation? Mulch
In nature, what ‘M’ is an area of low lying waterlogged land that is poorly drained and liable to flood? Marsh
In nature, what ‘M’ is an aromatic plant used to flavor cooking and also a type of sweet? Mint
In nature, what ‘M’ is the collective name given to a group of crows? Murder
In nature, what ‘M’ is the common term for an umbrella-shaped fungus, particularly an edible one? Mushroom
In nature, what ‘M’ is the fruit of forest trees, such as beech and oak, used as food for pigs? Mast
In nature, what ‘M’ is the name given to an animal’s pouch in which it carries and suckles its young? Marsupium
In nature, what ‘M’ is the name of the tree most commonly found in tropical, fresh and saltwater swamps? Mangrove
In nature, what ‘M’ is the name usually applied to an area of land that is elevated steeply above the surrounding terrain? Mountain
In nature, what ‘N’ can follow ‘hazel’, ‘pea’ and ‘monkey’ to make three food items? Nut
In nature, what ‘N’ is a hairy plant of the genus Urtica? Nettles
In nature, what ‘N’ is a herbaceous plant with jagged leaves covered with stinging hairs? Nettle
In nature, what ‘N’ is a structure prepared by animals for egg-laying, brooding and nursing? Nest
In nature, what ‘N’ is a tropical evergreen tree, native to Indonesia, the seeds of which are used as a cooking spice? Nutmeg
In nature, what ‘O’ is a piece of enclosed land planted with fruit trees? Orchard
In nature, what ‘O’ is a type of Snow Leopard? Ounce
In nature, what ‘O’ is an enclosed area of land on which fruit trees are grown? Orchard
In nature, what ‘P’ are the female organs of a plant? Pistil
In nature, what ‘P’ describes any animal species that is fed upon by another? Prey
In nature, what ‘P’ describes any plant that lives for many years? Perennial
In nature, what ‘P’ is a brown, soil-like substance characteristic of boggy ground, consisting of partly decomposed vegetable matter and widely cut and dried for use as fuel? Peat
In nature, what ‘P’ is a common evergreen tree? Pine
In nature, what ‘P’ is a fruit that has a variety called ‘D’Anjou’? Pear
In nature, what ‘P’ is an unbranched evergreen tree with a crown of very long fan-shaped leaves that grows in warm areas? Palm
In nature, what ‘P’ is produced by the anther of a flower? Pollen
In nature, what ‘P’ is the collective name given to the feathers of a bird? Plumage
In nature, what ‘P’ is the name given to the transfer of pollen from one flower to another? Pollination
In nature, what ‘P’ is the name usually applied to an elevated area of flat land? Plateau
In nature, what ‘P’ is the term given to any organism that lives on or in another? Parasite
In nature, what ‘P’ is the tissue that carries sap around a plant? Phloem
In nature, what ‘R’ is a plant stem that grows horizontally along the soil surface and is also a type of bean? Runner
In nature, what ‘R’ is a prickly bush or shrub that bears red, pink, yellow, or white fragrant flowers? Rose
In nature, what ‘R’ is an arch of colors formed in the sky when sun and rain occur at the same time? Rainbow
In nature, what ‘R’ is the condensed moisture of the atmosphere falling visibly in separate drops? Rain
In nature, what ‘S’ describes the structure on a plant which supports buds and leaves and serves as a conduit for carrying water, minerals and sugars? Stem
In nature, what ‘S’ is a lowland region permanently saturated with water? Swamp
In nature, what ‘S’ is a natural opening where underground water surfaces to form the source of a stream? Spring
In nature, what ‘S’ is a small garden tool used for pruning? Shears
In nature, what ‘S’ is a very tall plant with large yellow flowers and oil rich seeds? Sunflower
In nature, what ‘S’ is a woody plant, less than thirty feet high, in which there are many side branches but no real trunk? Shrub
In nature, what ‘S’ is an algae which has edible varieties called carrageen, laver and sea lettuce? Seaweed
In nature, what ‘S’ is an herb of the genus Salvia? Sage
In nature, what ‘S’ is the collective name given for a group of insects? Swarm
In nature, what ‘S’ is the name for a young tree? Sapling
In nature, what ‘S’ is the name given to the uppermost layer of the Earth’s crust, creating the face or surface of the planet? Soil
In nature, what ‘T’ is a flower associated with Amsterdam and is celebrated in song? Tulip
In nature, what ‘T’ is a hand implement used in gardening for making holes for seeds and bulbs? Trowel
In nature, what ‘T’ is a large, single root on plants which grows down vertically into the ground? Tap root
In nature, what ‘T’ is a pungent herb of the mint family, whose dried leaves are used to flavor a wide variety of foods? Thyme
In nature, what ‘T’ is a sharp pointed projection from a stem or leaf of a plant such as a rose? Thorn
In nature, what ‘T’ is a sharply pointed structure on a rose? Thorn
In nature, what ‘T’ is a tropical Asian plant used as a condiment and as a yellow dye? Turmeric
In nature, what ‘T’ is the collective noun for a group of monkeys? Troop
In nature, what ‘V’ is a low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river or stream flowing through it? Valley
In nature, what ‘V’ is the name given to land used for producing grapes? Vineyard
In nature, what ‘W’ is air in motion, moving from high to low pressure? Wind
In nature, what ‘W’ is another name for the plant Aconite from which a poison drug, used medicinally, can be obtained? Wolfsbane
In nature, what ‘Y’ are a type of fungi that usually live as single cells? Yeasts
In nature, what animal has the scientific name ‘Vulpes Vulpes’? Fox
In nature, what are Chinese Gooseberries: Kiwi fruit or pomegranate? Kiwi Fruit
In nature, what color are buttercup petals? Yellow
In nature, what color are female blackbirds: black or brown? Brown
In nature, what color are the flowers on a holly tree? White
In nature, what color are the flowers on a laburnum tree? Yellow
In nature, what color are the petals of the flowers known as black-eyed Susans? Yellow
In nature, what color is the female blackbird? Brown
In nature, what common vegetable has the Latin name ‘Solanum Tuberosum’? Potato
In nature, what deciduous shrub found on acid-soiled heathland, shares its name with a long handled household tool? Broom
In nature, what determines the timber line on mountains? Elevation
In nature, what do bees and wasps use to defend themselves: a bite or a sting? Sting
In nature, what do spiders and snakes use to defend themselves? Fangs
In nature, what insect, known as the ‘Devil’s Arrow’ is the fastest flying insect? Dragonfly
In nature, what is a ‘Monarch’ and a ‘Silver Emperor’? Butterfly
In nature, what is a natterjack? Toad
In nature, what is a young fox called? Kit
In nature, what is a Zingel: a bird or fish? Fish
In nature, what is stored in a camel’s hump? Fat
In nature, what is the collective name for a group of apes? Shrewdness
In nature, what is the color of the dandelion flower? Yellow
In nature, what is the most common number of spots found on a ladybird? 7
In nature, what is the name given to a network of rabbits’ burrows? Warren
In nature, what is the name given to a squirrel’s nest? Drey
In nature, what is the name given to plants that do not lose their leaves? Coniferous
In nature, what is the name given to the dome-shaped den of the beaver? Lodge
In nature, what is the name given to the green pigment used by plants to trap the energy of sunlight? Chlorophyll
In nature, what is the name of the common lawn weed flower which is often used by children to ‘tell the time’? Dandelion
In nature, what is the name of the fruit produced by the rose? Hip
In nature, what is the name of the plant from which the fruit ‘aubergine’ comes? Eggplant
In nature, what is the name of the three-leafed clover closely associated to St. Patrick’s day? Shamrock
In nature, what is the only bird that can fly backwards? Hummingbird
In nature, what is the plural of ‘begonia’: begonias or begoniae? Begonias
In nature, what is the plural of ‘fungus’: fungi or funguses? Fungi
In nature, what is the world’s largest land carnivore? Polar Bear
In nature, what kind of cell is a ‘Gamete’? Reproductive
In nature, what kind of plant is a ‘filicopsida’? Fern
In nature, what name is given to a group of insects? Swarm
In nature, what name is given to any plant growing where it is not wanted, especially in cultivated areas? Weed
In nature, what name is given to the small creatures which form a coral reef? Polyps
In nature, what red-leafed plant is associated with Christmas? Poinsettia
In nature, what sort of animal is a ‘dik dik’? Antelope
In nature, what sort of animal is a Titmouse? Bird
In nature, what sort of creature is a rudd? Fish
In nature, what spice is the seed of a tree that also provides the spice, mace? Nutmeg
In nature, what tree’s leaves provide the diet for the Koala? Eucalyptus
In nature, what type of bird is a yellow-bellied sapsucker? Woodpecker
In nature, what type of creature is a ‘Funnel Web’? Spider
In nature, what type of creature is a capybara? Rodent
In nature, what type of creature is a capybara? Rodent
In nature, what type of creature is a taipan? Snake
In nature, what type of fruit is a Morello? Cherry
In nature, what type of insect is also known as the ‘devil’s arrow’ or the ‘devil’s darning needle’? Dragonfly
In nature, what type of nut is produced by the oak tree? Acorn
In nature, what type of tree bears acorns? Oak
In nature, where do reeds – a grass-like plant – usually grow: beside water or in deserts? Beside Water
In nature, which ‘B’ is a spice and also a mans name? Basil
In nature, which ‘Bear’ is not a bear at all: Polar or Koala? Koala
In nature, which animal’s sound is called a gibber? Ape
In nature, which bird has the Latin name Pica Pica? Magpie
In nature, which bird lays its eggs in another bird’s nest: cuckoo or magpie? Cuckoo
In nature, which brown and yellow striped beetle, native of North America, has become a threat to potato crops worldwide? Colorado
In nature, which common yellow flower is said to be derived from the French ‘Dent de Lion’? Dandelion
In nature, which creature has the most legs? Millipede
In nature, which crop is susceptible to the Colorado Beetle? Potato
In nature, which disease killed millions of elm trees during the 1970s? Dutch Elm
In nature, which everyday beverage comes from the leaves of the small tree ‘Camellia sinensis’? Tea
In nature, which flightless bird can be an Emperor, a King or a Royal? Penguin
In nature, which flower has varieties called Pinks and Carnations? Dianthus
In nature, which flower has varieties called Tiger and Leopard? Lily
In nature, which flower is also called a ‘flag’: the iris or the pansy? Iris
In nature, which fruit is also known as the ‘Alligator Pear’? Avocado
In nature, which fruit is called a ‘Chinese Gooseberry’? Kiwi
In nature, which gas is converted into organic matter during photosynthesis? Carbon Dioxide
In nature, which gas is present in marsh gas? Methane
In nature, which giant grass is cultivated worldwide for its sweet sap and is a major source of sugar? Sugar Cane
In nature, which insect’s name is derived from a word meaning ‘one hundred feet’? Centipede
In nature, which is heavier, the male or female whale? Female
In nature, which is the larger fish, a ‘Barbel’ or a ‘Sea Bass’? Barbel
In nature, which is the national bird of New Zealand: the Emu or Kiwi? Kiwi
In nature, which is the only species of dog to have a blue-black tongue? Chow Chow
In nature, which is the tallest species of tree growing in the British Isles: the Oak or the Douglas Fir? Douglas Fir
In Nature, which member of the crow family has distinctive blue wing patches, blue eyes and a streaked crest? Jay
In nature, which of the following is not the name of a plant: periwinkle or cockle? Cockle
In nature, which plant has the proper name of ‘Antirrhinum’? Snapdragon
In nature, which plant related to the nightshade family is used for making drugs? Henbane
In nature, which season of the year is associated with daffodils: spring or autumn? Spring
In nature, which season of the year is associated with holly: spring or winter? Winter
In nature, which species of monkey are commonly called the ‘Barbary Apes’ of Gibraltar? Macaque
In nature, which species of small tree or shrub with the Latin name ‘Cydonia’, has small, sour but edible pear-shaped fruit that can be made into preserves? Quince
In nature, which species of tree, with the Latin name ‘Salix’, has male and female parts called catkins? Willow
In nature, which spice is obtained from the flower Crocus Sativus? Saffron
In nature, which spiny shrub is also known as ‘Furze’ or ‘Whin’? Gorse
In nature, which spotted short-tailed wildcat with tufted ears gives its name to a constellation in the northern sky? Lynx
In nature, which succulent plant of the lily family is widely used to heal burns? Aloe Vera
In nature, workers, queens and drones are the three castes or classes of which social insect? Bee
In nature, would you associate the shamrock more closely with Scotland or Ireland? Ireland
In NBA basketball, as of 2001, who is the all-time career assists leader? John Stockton
In NBA basketball, what was the most points ever scored by a player in a single game? 100
In NBA basketball, which talented brothers had a father named Rick who was also an NBA star? Barry
In NBA basketball, who coached the Lakers to four NBA titles in the ’80s and now coaches the Miami Heat in the 2000-2001 season? Pat Riley
In NBA basketball, who is the all-time leader as of 2001 in field goal percentage? Artis Gilmore
In New Jersey in 1935 a can was introduced to hold what sort of drink? Beer
In New York City, approximately how many miles of subway track are there? 722
In New York City, on which street does Grand Central Station stand? Park Avenue
In New York city, what is the name of the popular area which is home to many theatres? Broadway
In New York city, what is the name of the popular Bohemian Quarter which makes up part of the Borough of Manhattan north of Soho? Greenwich
In New York City, which avenue divides the East Side from the West Side? 5th Avenue
In New York in the year 2000, to which political party did U.S. Senate candidate Rick Lazio belong: Republican or Democrat? Republican
In New York, taxi cabs are generally what color? Yellow
In New York, what is the name of the world renowned museum of modern and contemporary art? Guggenheim
In New York, what sort of service is the ‘NYPD’? Police
In New Zealand, which major city is known as the ‘City of Sails’? Auckland
In Norse mythology, what ‘A’ was the dwelling place of the gods? Asgard
In Norse mythology, what ‘V’ were the female helpers of the god Odin? Valkyries
In November 1989, David Dinkins became the first black mayor of which city? New York
In November 2000, which British singer sold off thousands of dollars worth of his clothes for charity at a shop called ‘Out of the Closet’? Elton John
In nursery rhymes, what was the name of the other dickie bird that sat on the wall with Peter? Paul
In nursery rhymes, who did Georgie Porgie kiss and make cry? Girls
In nutrition, is vitamin A a fat-soluble vitamin that must be in the diet as it cannot be synthesized in the body? Yes
In October 2000, which British singer reportedly bought the piano played by John Lennon in his ‘Imagine’ video? George Michael
In opera, ‘The 3 Tenors’ are Carreras, Domingo, and who? Pavarotti
In opera, the New Zealand singer who was made a Dame in 1982 was Kiri Te who? Kanawa
In opera, what ‘A’ is a song for a solo voice? Aria
In opera, what ‘C’ is the body of singers who support the soloist? Chorus
In opera, what is the sex of a Baritone singer: male or female? Male
In opera, what is the sex of a Prima Donna singer: male or female? Female
In opera, what was the first name of Melba, the Dame after whom the dessert Peach Melba was named? Nellie
In opera, which internationally famous soprano was born in New York in 1923 and died in Paris in 1977? Maria Callas
In opera, which internationally famous soprano was born in New York in 1923 and died in Paris in 1977? Maria Callas
In opera, which internationally famous tenor was born in Naples in 1873 and died in 1921? Caruso
In opera, which internationally famous tenor was born in Naples in 1873 and died in 1921? Caruso
In organic chemistry, which element do all organic compounds contain? Carbon
In painting, what ‘A’ is the name given to an artist’s studio or workshop? Atelier
In Paris, what is the Metro? Subway
In Paris, what is the Sorbonne? University
In parliament, a test of support for the government is known as a ‘Vote of ‘ what? Confidence
In pastimes, after what animal is the center of a dartboard called? Bull
In pastimes, complete the title of the game invented by Dave Arneson and Gary Gygax in 1973: ‘Dungeons and ‘ what? Dragons
In pastimes, complete the title of the game involving answering questions correctly to win colored wedges: ‘Trivial ‘ what? Pursuit
In pastimes, how many different colored wedges must a player collect to win a game of ‘Trivial Pursuit’? 6
In pastimes, how many picture cards are there in a standard pack of 52 playing cards? 12
In pastimes, Pick-Up-Sticks are variations on which British children’s game? Jackstraws
In pastimes, the object of the card game ‘Vingt-et-Un’ is to reach what number, without exceeding it? 21
In pastimes, what ‘K’ is the art of making a garment by intertwining yarn in a series of connected loops? Knitting
In pastimes, what ‘L’ is a fast erotic Brazilian dance in which couples dance with their hips touching each other? Lambada
In pastimes, what ‘N’ is coin collecting? Numismatics
In pastimes, what ‘P’ is a dance that characterizes the man as the matador and the lady as his red ‘cappa’ or cape, thereby imitating a bullfight? Pasa Doble
In pastimes, what ‘P’ is stamp collecting? Philately
In pastimes, what ‘P’ is the formal term for stamp-collecting? Philately
In pastimes, what ‘T’ is a multicolored pictorial design made by passing colored threads among fixed warp threads? Tapestry
In pastimes, what is the maximum number of players that can take part in a backgammon game? 2
In pastimes, what material is made by dipping pieces of paper into a prepared paste? Paper Mch
In Pennsylvania geography, is Pittsburgh east or west of Philadelphia? West
In philosophy, what ‘M’ was a famous Chinese philosopher who popularized and developed Confucian ideas? Mencius
In philosophy, what ‘P’ was a famous Greek philosopher and a student of Socrates? Plato
In photography, ‘Wide Angle’, ‘Telephoto’ and ‘Zoom’ are all types of what? Lens
In photography, for what does the ‘S’ stand in an SLR camera? Single
In photography, what ‘A’ is a measure of the width of the opening allowing light to enter a camera? Aperture
In photography, what ‘R’ describes a camera in which the viewfinder is integrated with the main lens? Reflex
In photography, what ‘Z’ describes a lens whose magnification can be varied to enable both wide angle and close-up shots? Zoom
In photography, what does the ‘R’ stand for in SLR camera? Reflex
In physics, for what do the initials Hz stand? Hertz
In physics, the ‘irregular, random movement of microscopic particles in a fluid, as a result of continuous bombardment from molecules of the surrounding environment’, is called what motion? Brownian
In physics, what ‘A’ is a term used to describe the capacity to gain speed? Acceleration
In physics, what ‘C’ describes the study of very low temperatures in living systems: chromatography or cryobiology? Cryobiology
In physics, what ‘D’ is the area of study that deals with refracted sounds: Diacoustics or Dopplerite? Diacoustics
In physics, what ‘R’ is a variable resistor in a circuit? Rheostat
In physics, what force is the opposite of centrifugal? Centripetal
In physics, what is the opposite of a cathode? Anode
In physics, what is the opposite of anode? Cathode
In physics, what name is given to an arrangement of electrical components through which a current can flow? Circuit
In physics, which ‘P’ formulated Quantum Theory in 1900 and was the winner of the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1918? Planck
In physics, which process is the reverse of condensation? Evaporation
In plant biology, what ‘C’ is the female reproductive part of a flower? Carpel
In plant biology, what ‘S’ is the male reproductive part of a flower? Stamen
In plants, what ‘S’ is the name given to a fungal disease in which a black spore mass appears on the host? Smut
In plants, what ‘S’ is the name given to the tiny holes in the leaves through which vapor escapes? Stomata
In poetry, what ‘B’ is the name given to a type of verse that does not rhyme? Blank
In poetry, what ‘L’ is the name given to a humorous five-line poem named after a county of Ireland? Limerick
In poetry, which bird married ‘The Owl and the Pussycat’? Turkey
In poetry, which title was first established in 1688 when James II bestowed it on John Dryden? Poet Laureate
In poker slang, what picture cards are known as ‘cowboys’? Kings
In poker, which hand is worth more: two pair or four of a kind? Four of a Kind
In poker, which is the highest winning hand? Full House
In political history, King Umberto II was the last monarch of which country: Portugal or Italy? Italy
In political history, King Zog I was ruler of which country in 1928: Albania or Nigeria? Albania
In political history, what was the middle name of former president, Richard Nixon? Milhous
In political history, what was the middle name of the former American President Lyndon Johnson? Baines
In politics, ‘ANC’ stands for ‘African National ‘ what? Congress
In politics, ‘ANZUS’ is a political alliance between Australia, New Zealand and which other country? United States
In politics, ‘GST’ is an acronym for the ‘Goods and Service ‘ what? Tax
In politics, ‘NAFTA’ is an acronym for the free trade agreement for which part of the world? North America
In politics, a person employed to put a favorable slant on political news stories is known as a ‘Spin ‘ what? Doctor
In politics, an organization set up to develop public policy proposals is called a ‘Think ‘ what? Tank
In politics, Andrew Johnson and who are the only Presidents to be impeached? Clinton
In politics, another word for a period of reduced economic activity but with relatively stable unemployment is called a what? Recession
In politics, Arnold is the middle name of which former Vice President, Al Gore or Spiro Agnew? Al Gore
In politics, Barbara Boxer of California has held which U.S. government position since 2000? Senator
In politics, before becoming President in 1977, who was the Governor of Georgia? Jimmy Carter
In politics, by what name was the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development better known? Earth Summit
In politics, by what name were the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks of the 1960s and 1970s more commonly known? SALT
In politics, Charles de Gaulle was made President of France in which decade? 1950s
In politics, Edward Kennedy is a senator from what political party? Democrat
In politics, for how many terms did George Washington serve as President? 2
In politics, for what does the initial ‘A’ stand for in ‘F.H.A.’? Administration
In politics, for what does the initial ‘D’ stand in FDA? Drug
In politics, for what does the letter ‘D’ in C.D.C. stand? Disease
In politics, for what does the letter ‘F’ in the acronym FDA stand? Food
In politics, for which party is California Governor Gray Davis? Democratic
In politics, for which party is Jesse Jackson associated? Democratic
In politics, for which party was President James A. Garfield? Republican
In politics, for which party was Ulysses S. Grant elected to president in 1868? Republican
In politics, Georges Pompidou was President of which country in the 1960s and ’70s? France
In politics, Grover Cleveland became president for which political party? Democratic
In politics, how many American Presidents have been killed by assassins? 4
In politics, how many members does the Welsh assembly have? 60
In politics, how many Senators are elected by each state? 2
In politics, how many times was Franklin Roosevelt elected President? 4
In politics, how old must you be before you can run for President of the United States? 35
In politics, Hubert Humphrey followed who as Vice President of the U.S.? Lyndon Johnson
In politics, if a U.S. senator dies in office, what government official appoints his successor until an election is held? Governor
In politics, in 1972 democratic candidate George McGovern won only the District of Columbia and one state. Which state was it: Minnesota or Massachusetts? Massachusetts
In politics, in 2001, Colin Powell succeeded what woman as U.S. Secretary of State? Albright
In politics, in what year did Britain join the Common Market: 1963, 1973 or 1983? 1973
In politics, in what year did Margaret Thatcher become Prime Minister of Great Britain? 1979
In politics, in what year did Nixon resign? 1974
In politics, in what year did Shirley Chisholm become the first black woman to be elected to the US House of Representatives? 1968
In politics, in what year did the Falklands War begin? 1982
In politics, in what year did the Gulf War begin? 1991
In politics, in what year was Madeleine Korbel Albright sworn in as the 64th Secretary of State, making her the first female to hold the post and the highest ranking woman in the history of the US government? 1997
In politics, in what year was President Clinton impeached by the House of Representatives? 1998
In politics, in what year was the League of Nations formed? 1919
In politics, in which century was Neville Chamberlain the British prime minister? 20th
In politics, in which decade did Britain join the Common Market? 1970s
In politics, in which month does the newly elected President gives his State of the Union address? January
In politics, in which year did John Adams become president? 1797
In politics, in which year did Margaret Thatcher become Prime Minister of England? 1979
In politics, is Hillary Rodham Clinton a senator from Arkansas or New York? New York
In politics, is President George W. Bush’s middle name Walker or William? Walker
In politics, is the D.O.D. the government department that deals with defense or disease control? Defense
In politics, is the White House located at 1616 Pennsylvania Avenue or Massachusetts Avenue?? Pennsylvania
In politics, J. Edgar Hoover was appointed as director of what organization in 1924? FBI
In politics, Louis Freeh was the head of what government agency in 2000? FBI
In politics, of which woman did President Ronald Reagan say, ‘She is the best man in England’? Thatcher
In politics, on which party’s ticket did presidential candidate John Anderson run in 1980? National Unity
In politics, Pat Robertson is the head of the lobbying group called the ‘Christian ‘ what? Coalition
In politics, per the Census 2000, what is the number of seats in the House of Representatives? 435
In politics, Pierre Trudeau was Prime Minister of which country from 1969 to 1979 and again from 1980 to 1984? Canada
In politics, Sonny Bono was elected mayor of Palm Springs, California on what party’s ticket? Republican
In politics, Terry Waite, the special envoy of the Archbishop of Canterbury, was taken hostage in which year? 1987
In politics, the Articles of Confederation led to the setting up of which country’s Constitution? America
In politics, the European Economic Community was founded by the ‘Treaty of ‘ where? Rome
In politics, the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council are the US, Russian Federation, United Kingdom, China, and which country? France
In politics, the former United Nations Secretary General Boutros Boutros-Ghali is from which country? Egypt
In politics, the Fourteen Points were the peace proposals declared by America’s President Woodrow Wilson after which war? World War I
In politics, the Houses of Parliament are more properly named the Palace of where? Westminster
In politics, the lower house of Parliament is better known as ‘The House of ‘ what? Commons
In politics, the national assembly of which East Asian country is known as ‘The Diet’? Japan
In politics, the national assembly of which European country is known as the Riksdag? Sweden
In politics, the North American Free Trade Agreement is also known as? NAFTA
In politics, the Republican Party was founded in which decade? 1850s
In politics, the total market value of all the goods and services produced within the borders of a nation during a specified period is called the Gross Domestic what? Product
In politics, the two main parties in America are the Democratic and the who? Republican
In politics, to what party did Franklin Roosevelt belong? Democrat
In politics, UNESCO is the ‘United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural ‘ what: Organization or Office? Organization
In politics, Vigds Finnbogadttir, in 1980, became the first woman to hold the office of President in what ‘I’? Iceland
In politics, was Francois Mitterrand President or Prime Minister of France? President
In politics, was John Kennedy or Lyndon Johnson president during the Cuban Missile Crisis? John Kennedy
In politics, was Mary Robinson President or Prime Minister of Ireland? President
In politics, was the phrase ‘I am not a crook’ first said by Richard Nixon or Bill Clinton? Richard Nixon
In politics, was the phrase ‘New Deal’ first coined in England or America? America
In politics, was William Howard Taft a Republican or a Democrat? Republican
In politics, was William S. Cohen former President Clinton’s Secretary of Defense or Secretary of State? Defense
In politics, was Woodrow Wilson a democrat or a republican? Democratic
In politics, what ‘A’ is a form of government where one person holds absolute power? Autocracy
In politics, what ‘A’ is an agreement between two or more states to assist each other in the event of war? Alliance
In politics, what ‘A’ is an official pardon for people who have been convicted of political offenses? Amnesty
In politics, what ‘C’ is a major political party in India? Congress
In politics, what ‘C’ is the suppression by authority of material considered unsuitable? Censorship
In politics, what ‘C’ is the surname of the millennium’s last resident of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue? Clinton
In politics, what ‘D’ was originally a Roman chief magistrate and is now a term for a ruler with absolute power? Dictator
In politics, what ‘F’ is a person who seeks to hinder legislation by prolonged speeches? Filibuster
In politics, what ‘F’ is a policy that relates to taxation and public spending? Fiscal
In politics, what ‘N’ is the term which describes when businesses, property or industries are brought into public ownership? Nationalization
In politics, what ‘P’ is a form of government where the wealthy hold absolute power? Plutocracy
In politics, what ‘P’ is the belief that violence is unjustifiable under any conditions? Pacifism
In politics, what ‘P’ is the person or persons set by a trade union to watch a workplace during labor disputes? Picket
In politics, what ‘P’ refers to the imprisonment or murder of political opponents within a party or country? Purge
In politics, what ‘R’ is a person fleeing from oppressive conditions to a foreign country? Refugee
In politics, what ‘S’ is an organized stoppage of work carried out by employees with the aim of bringing about change in the workplace? Strike
In politics, what cabinet department is headed by the Attorney General of the United States? Justice
In politics, what Cabinet Secretary post did Madeline Albright hold during Bill Clinton’s presidency: State or Treasury? State
In politics, what California governor made an impressive, but utlimately unsuccessful, run for the presidency in 1976? Jerry Brown
In politics, what color are the seats in the House of Lords? Red
In politics, what does the ‘W’ stand for in George W. Bush? Walker
In politics, what does the initial ‘P’ stand for in the acronym ‘GOP’? Party
In politics, what European country has a parliament called the Storthing? Norway
In politics, what federal agency deals with terrorism and subversion within the US? FBI
In politics, what former Admiral was the running mate of Ross Perot? Stockdale
In politics, what French word was used by Karl Marx to refer to those who exploited the proletariat? Bourgeois
In politics, what is the first name of the current senate minority leader Senator Daschle: John or Tom? Tom
In politics, what is the first name of the wife of former U.S. President George Bush Senior? Barbara
In politics, what is the last name of the politician who said ‘I haven’t got the figure for jeans’? Thatcher
In politics, what is the last name of the senator who lead the anti-Communist hearings in the 1950? McCarthy
In politics, what is the middle name of Al Gore? Arnold
In politics, what kind of bird is another term for ‘war-monger’? Hawk
In politics, what President created a controversy when, during a sound check, he said jokingly, ‘The bombing begins in five minutes’? Reagan
In politics, what professional wrestling star appeared at both the Republican and Democratic national conventions to urge young people to vote? The Rock
In politics, what title is given to the head of the political party second in number of seats in Congress? Minority Leader
In politics, what Vermont Senator withdrew from the Republican Party May, 2001, effectively giving control of the Senate to the Democrats? James Jeffords
In politics, what was Dwight D. Eisenhower’s nickname? Ike
In politics, when we vote, what ‘B’ is the term used for what we list candidates on? Ballot
In politics, which animal is the emblem of the Democrat party? Donkey
In politics, which British Prime Minister was quoted as saying, The wind of change is blowing through this continent? Macmillan
In politics, which central government department is most closely associated with welfare and benefits? Social Security
In politics, which Conservative UK prime minister said ‘The lady’s not for turning’? Thatcher
In politics, which country is the biggest representative democracy in the world with about 370 million people voting in a general election in 1989 and more than 500 million able to vote? India
In politics, which country’s Parliament was established first: Iceland or the UK? Iceland
In politics, which Democratic senator became Majority Leader in the middle of 2001? Daschle
In politics, which former president was attacked by Charles Manson follower Squeaky Fromm? Ford
In politics, which member of the government lives in a home often referred to as ‘The Admiral’s House’? Vice President
In politics, which name is given to a government run by priests? Theocracy
In politics, which of following was still employed after the so-called ‘Saturday Night Massacre’ in the White House of 1973? Dean
In politics, which of the following parties was founded first: Whig or Tory? Whig
In politics, which of the Kennedy clan was involved in the car accident at Chappaquidick in 1969? Edward
In politics, which party did Teddy Roosevelt form ? Bull Moose
In politics, which president granted amnesty to Vietnam War resisters? Ford
In politics, which president instituted the New Deal? FDR
In politics, which president played football for the University of Michigan and turned down pro offers from the Bears and the Packers? Ford
In politics, which president served from 1977 to 1981? Carter
In politics, which president was elected first: Fillmore, Polk, Buchanan or Tyler? Tyler
In politics, which president was involved in the Watergate scandal? Nixon
In politics, which president was responsible for the creation of NASA Eisenhower
In politics, which Republican Congressman from Illinois was serving his second term as Speaker of the House in 2001? Hastert
In politics, which state does John McCain represent in the Senate? Arizona
In politics, which U.S. President officially listed as being born in Fairfield, Vermont was allegedly born across the border in Quebec, Canada? Chester Arthur
In politics, which U.S. President was implicated during the Watergate Scandal? Nixon
In politics, which university did both George W. Bush and his father attend? Yale
In politics, which woman was the first to sit as a judge in a state Supreme Court? Florence Allen
In politics, Whigs is an old name for which British party? Liberal
In politics, who became U.S. Secretary of State in 2001: Colin Powell or William Safire? Colin Powell
In politics, who breaks a tie vote in the U.S. Senate? Vice President
In politics, who did Edmund Muskie succeed as Jimmy Carter’s Secretary of State? Cyrus Vance
In politics, who is George W. Bush’s Attorney General? John Ashcroft
In politics, who is the only president to serve four terms? F. D. Roosevelt
In politics, who is widely considered to be the first president to have visited all fifty states? Nixon
In politics, who led the Reform Party in the 1992 Presidential elections, Ross Perot or John McCain? Ross Perot
In politics, who led the Republican Party to their general election victory of 1952? Eisenhower
In politics, who lost his position as Senate Majority Leader in 2001? Trent Lott
In politics, who received more popular votes in the 2000 presidential election: George W. Bush or Al Gore? Al Gore
In politics, who served as the governor of New York from 1983-1995? Cuomo
In politics, who sought to create ‘The Great Society’? Lyndon Johnson
In politics, who succeeded Newt Gingrich as House Speaker on January 6, 1999? Hastert
In politics, who succeeded Spiro Agnew as Vice President? Gerald Ford
In politics, who succeeded Thomas ‘Tip’ O’Neill as Speaker of the House in 1987? Jim Wright
In politics, who took the office of president in 1789? Washington
In politics, who was British Prime Minister at the start of World War II? Chamberlain
In politics, who was elected mayor of Los Angeles in 1993? Richard Riordan
In politics, who was elected president in 1789? Washington
In politics, who was former President Clinton’s Attorney General? Reno
In politics, who was Gerald Ford’s Vice President? Rockefeller
In politics, who was Jimmy Carter’s Vice President? Walter Mondale
In politics, who was president from 1945 to 1953? Truman
In politics, who was president from 1945 to 1953? Truman
In politics, who was president from 1953 to 1961? Eisenhower
In politics, who was president in the year 1900? McKinley
In politics, who was President when the first satellite was launched? Eisenhower
In politics, who was President when the Suez Crisis occurred? Eisenhower
In politics, who was Secretary of State in the Kennedy administration? Dean Rusk
In politics, who was served as Attorney General, immediately before John Ashcroft? Janet Reno
In politics, who was the 41st President of the United States? George Bush
In politics, who was the Conservative prime minister from 1951 to 1955? Churchill
In politics, who was the first U.S. president born outside the original 13 states? Lincoln
In politics, who was the first U.S. president to appear on TV’s’ Meet the Press’? Ford
In politics, who was the fourth man to become President of the United States? Madison
In politics, who was the last candidate for President, other than a Democrat or a Republican, to receive more than one vote in the Electoral College? George Wallace
In politics, who was the leader of the Black Consciousness movement in South Africa in the 1970s? Biko
In politics, who was the New York mayor that switched his party affiliation and made an unsuccessful run for the presidency: John Lindsay or Ed Koch? Lindsay
In politics, who was the oldest man ever elected president? Reagan
In politics, who was the only president who didn’t go to school? Andrew Johnson
In politics, who was the presidential nominee of the Green Party in 2000? Nader
In politics, who was United Kingdom Prime Minister from 1916 to 1922? Lloyd-George
In politics, who was Vice President when John Kennedy was President? Lyndon Johnson
In politics, who wrote ‘The Republic’, widely considered the first book about governments and how they rule people? Plato
In politics, who, as British Prime Minister, won a landslide general election victory of 2001? Tony Blair
In politics, whom did Dan Quayle compare himself to in a 1988 televised debate to answer the charge that he was too inexperienced to hold national office? John F. Kennedy
In politics, with which political party would you associate Adlai Stevenson? Democrat
In politics, with which political party would you associate Harry Truman? Democratic
In politics, with which political party would you associate Jesse ‘The Governor’ Ventura? Reform
In politics, with which political party would you associate Ross Perot? Reform
In politics, with which presidency did the origins of the modern Democratic party emerge? Jackson
In pop music, ‘Against All Odds’ was a hit for Mariah Carey and which boy band? Westlife
In pop music, ‘Alchemy’ is a classic 1984 album by which rock band? Dire Straits
In pop music, ‘All For Love’ was a 1994 hit single for Bryan Adams, Sting and which other artist? Rod Stewart
In pop music, ‘Blue Monday’ was a hit song for which ’80s band? New Order
In pop music, ‘Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough’ was a top ten hit for which male artist? Michael Jackson
In pop music, ‘Everything I Do’ by Bryan Adams featured on which 1991 film soundtrack? Robin Hood
In pop music, ‘Faith’ was the first solo album by which former member of the pop group Wham!? George Michael
In pop music, ‘Father Figure’ was a Number 1 hit in 1988 for what solo artist? George Michael
In pop music, ‘Hang on Sloopy’ is the official rock song of which state? Ohio
In pop music, ‘I Only Want To Be With You’ was a hit for which group, fronted by Annie Lennox? Tourists
In pop music, ‘Like a Virgin’ and ‘Vogue’ were both hits for which singer? Madonna
In pop music, ‘Live Aid’ was founded by Bob Geldof and which other artist? Midge Ure
In pop music, ‘Love is All Around’ by Wet, Wet, Wet was featured on the 1994 film soundtrack ‘Four Weddings and a ‘ what? Funeral
In pop music, ‘No Jacket Required’ was a solo album by which former member of the group Genesis? Phil Collins
In pop music, ‘Paper Roses’ was a hit in the 70s for the siblings ‘Donny and Marie ‘ who? Osmond
In pop music, ‘Puppet on a String’ and ‘Long Live Love’ were hits in the ’60s for ‘Sandie ‘ who? Shaw
In pop music, ‘Rock Around the ‘ what was a song released by Bill Haley in 1955 that finally made it to the top of the American music charts more than a year after it was first recorded? Clock
In pop music, ‘Romeo and Juliet’ was a 1981 hit for which band? Dire Straits
In pop music, ‘Sailor’ and ‘This is my Song’ were hits in the sixties for Petula who? Clark
In pop music, ‘Survivor’ was a 2001 hit for which group? Destiny’s Child
In pop music, ‘Tainted Love’ was a hit song for which 1980s band? Soft Cell
In pop music, ‘The Quarrymen’ was the original name of which Liverpool group? The Beatles
In pop music, ‘The Stilettos’ was the original name of which Debbie Harry group? Blondie
In pop music, ‘Walk Like an Egyptian’ was a hit in 1986 for which band? The Bangles
In pop music, ‘You Make Me Feel Like Dancing’ was a top ten hit for which male artist? Leo Sayer
In pop music, ‘You Wear it Well’ and ‘Do Ya Think I’m Sexy’ were both chart hits for what singer? Rod Stewart
In pop music, a version of Billy Ocean’s song ‘When the Going Gets Tough’ was a hit for which boy band? Boyzone
In pop music, a version of the Village People’s song ‘Go West’ was a hit in 1993 for which British group? Pet Shop Boys
In pop music, according to Lonnie Donegan’s 1960 hit, where does chewing gum lose its flavor overnight? Bedpost
In pop music, Ann Wilson was the lead singer in which band? Heart
In pop music, basketball player Shaquille O’Neal’s 1993 rap album was called ‘Shaq…’ what? Diesel
In pop music, Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics to which singer’s songs? Elton John
In pop music, Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield formed the soul duo ‘The what … Brothers’ in the mid-1960s? Righteous
In pop music, Brenda Carlisle was the lead singer of what all-girl pop group? The Go-Go’s
In pop music, Brian, Carl and Dennis Wilson were members of which American group of the 60s? Beach Boys
In pop music, brothers Don and Phil formed a band called ‘The ‘ what? Everly Brothers
In pop music, brothers Johnny and Tommy Ramone were in a band called ‘The ‘ what? Ramones
In pop music, Bruce Springsteen’s nickname is ‘The ‘ what? Boss
In pop music, by what name was the singer Stuart Goddard better known? Adam Ant
In pop music, complete the name of Madonna’s concert tour in 1990, ‘Blonde …’ what? Ambition
In pop music, complete the name of the group who had a #1 hit in 1985 with ‘The Power of Love’: Huey Lewis and the what? News
In pop music, complete the name of the U2 concert tour in 1997-1998, ‘Pop ‘ what? Mart
In pop music, complete the Savage Garden song title ‘Truly Madly ‘ what? Deeply
In pop music, complete the title of the 1960s song by ‘The Searchers’, ‘Sugar and ‘ what? Spice
In pop music, complete the title of the 1960s song by ‘The Searchers’, ‘Sweets For My ‘ what? Sweet
In pop music, complete the title of the 1971 Led Zeppelin song, ‘Stairway to ‘ where? Heaven
In pop music, complete the title of the 1983 hit for Bonnie Tyler, ‘Total Eclipse of the ‘ what? Heart
In pop music, complete the title of the 1984 Wham hit ‘Wake Me Up Before You’ what? Go-go
In pop music, complete the title of the 1986 hit for Simply Red, ‘Holding Back the ‘ what? Years
In pop music, complete the title of the Eddie Cochran song ‘Three Steps to ‘ where? Heaven
In pop music, complete the title of this 1965 Bob Dylan song, ‘Subterranean Homesick ‘ what? Blues
In pop music, complete the title of this 1975 hit song by the Wombles: ‘Super ‘ what? Womble
In pop music, complete the title of this 1987 Madonna single: ‘La Isla ‘ what? Bonita
In pop music, complete the title of this 1990 top 10 single by They Might Be Giants: ‘Birdhouse in your ‘ what? Soul
In pop music, complete the title of this 1992 hit single by Tasmin Archer, ‘Sleeping …’ what? Satellite
In pop music, complete the title of this Beatles song: ‘Can’t Buy Me ‘ what? Love
In pop music, complete the title of this Elvis Presley song: ‘Are You Lonesome ‘ what? Tonight
In pop music, complete the title of this Leo Sayer song: ‘Long Tall ‘ what? Glasses
In pop music, complete the title of this Leo Sayer song: ‘You Make Me Feel Like ‘ what? Dancing
In pop music, complete the title of this Lionel Richie hit ‘Dancing on the ‘ what? Ceiling
In pop music, complete the title of this Roxy Music hit, ‘Jealous ‘ what? Guy
In pop music, complete the U2 song title ‘Hold Me Thrill Me Kiss Me ‘ what? Kill Me
In pop music, Davy Jones sang and played the tambourine for what 60s band? Monkees
In pop music, Debbie Harry had a hit in 1986 with what type of ‘ kissin’ in the USA’? French
In pop music, Dee Snider was the lead singer of the metal group ‘Twisted ‘ what? Sister
In pop music, did Madonna release her number one hit ‘Like A Virgin’ in 1984 or 1988? 1984
In pop music, Donna Summer had a Number One single in 1979 with which song: ‘Bad Girls’ or ‘Hot Stuff’? Bad Girls
In pop music, Donnie and Marie were members of the family group ‘The ‘ what? Osmonds
In pop music, for what do the initials ‘R ‘n’ R’ stand? Rock ‘n’ Roll
In pop music, Frank and Nancy Sinatra duetted on the 1967 hit ‘Something ‘ what? Stupid
In pop music, from which country does Ricky Martin originate? Puerto Rico
In pop music, from which country is Dido from? England
In pop music, from which state does Bruce Springsteen come? New Jersey
In pop music, Gordon Sumner, the lead singer of the group Police, is better known by what name? Sting
In pop music, in what American city was Live Aid held? Philadelphia
In pop music, in what year did Genesis hit #1 with ‘Invisible Touch’: 1986 or 1976? 1986
In pop music, in which 1967 single did Aretha Franklin spell out the letters of the song’s title in the chorus? Respect
In pop music, in which 1978 single did the Village People spell out the letters of the song’s title in the chorus? YMCA
In pop music, in which country was Engelbert Humperdinck born: Egypt or India? India
In pop music, in which country was Rod Stewart born: England or Scotland? England
In pop music, in which decade did Dire Straits release the hit album ‘Brothers In Arms’? 1980s
In pop music, in which decade did Meatloaf release the hit album ‘Bat out of Hell’? 1970s
In pop music, in which decade did the Queen single ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ first reach number one in the U.S. charts? 1970s
In pop music, in which decade did the Weather Girls first release ‘It’s Raining Men’ in the U.S.? 1980s
In pop music, in which Irish town was the band The Cranberries formed? Limerick
In pop music, in which year did George Michael release the ‘Listen Without Prejudice’ album: 1980 or 1990? 1990
In pop music, in which year did the rock festival ‘Woodstock’ first occur? 1969
In pop music, in which year of the 1980s did Prince release his hit single ‘1999’? 1982
In pop music, Jefferson Airplane changed their name twice and eventually became who? Starship
In pop music, Joey Tempest was the lead singer with which Swedish pop group? Europe
In pop music, Lauryn Hill was the lead singer of which band? Fugees
In pop music, Lionel Richie first found fame as the lead singer for what group? Commodores
In pop music, Lionel Richie wrote the song ‘We Are the World’ with which other internationally best selling artist? Michael Jackson
In pop music, Michael Stipe is the lead singer of which group? REM
In pop music, Michael Stipe is the lead singer of which rock group? REM
In pop music, Morten Harket was the lead singer of what Norwegian pop group? A-Ha
In pop music, of which group was keyboard player Jools Holland a member? Squeeze
In pop music, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel and Mike Rutherford were members of which group of the 1970s? Genesis
In pop music, Queen had a hit album with ‘A Night at the ‘ what? Opera
In pop music, Ray Charles had, what ‘ on his mind’ in the 1960 hit? Georgia
In pop music, Right Said Fred had their only US number one single with which song; ‘I’m Too Sexy’ or ‘Barbie Girl’? I’m Too Sexy
In pop music, Ruth, Anita, Bonnie and June were ‘The what Sisters’ during the 1970s and 1980s? Pointer
In pop music, singer Bobby Brown is married to which female vocalist who starred in the 1992 film ‘The Bodyguard’? Whitney Houston
In pop music, the 1980s band A-Ha came from which Scandinavian country? Norway
In pop music, the band ABBA came from which Scandinavian country? Sweden
In pop music, the Bangles had a #1 hit in 1986 with the song ‘Walk Like an ‘ what? Egyptian
In pop music, the Bangles had a hit in February 1986 with the song ‘Manic ‘ what? Monday
In pop music, the group that had a hit with ‘Walk Like an Egyptian’ was called ‘The…’ who? Bangles
In pop music, the group that starred in the movie ‘Rock Around the Clock’ was Bill Haley and the what? Comets
In pop music, the group the Backstreet Boys come from which country? America
In pop music, the group U2 come from which country? Ireland
In pop music, the hit song ‘Killer’ was a collaboration between Adamski and which singer in 1990? Seal
In pop music, the hit songs of what ’60s band included ‘Come Dancing’ and ‘Lola’? The Kinks
In pop music, the hit that was a 1980s success for the Weather Girls and a 2001 hit for Geri Halliwell, is entitled ‘It’s Raining ‘ what? Men
In pop music, the Joe Cocker song ‘Delta Lady’ was written about which other singer? Rita Coolidge
In pop music, the Lou Reed song that became a 1998 hit featuring a variety of famous artists was called what ‘ Day’? Perfect
In pop music, the name of Madonna’s 1990 greatest hits compilation was ‘The Immaculate ‘ what? Collection
In pop music, the name of which Shakespearean character has appeared in the titles of songs by Petula Clark and Mr. Big? Romeo
In pop music, the Number 1 song ‘I Want it that Way’ was a hit for which boy band in 1999? Backstreet Boys
In pop music, the Pet Shop Boys had their first #1 hit in 1986 with the song ‘West End ‘ what? Girls
In pop music, the Police had a hit in 1979 with ‘Walking on the ‘ what? Moon
In pop music, the Queen song that topped the charts at Christmas in 1975 and again in 1991 was entitled ‘Bohemian ‘ what? Rhapsody
In pop music, the rock band ‘Black ‘ who had a hit in 1970 with ‘Paranoid’? Sabbath
In pop music, the song ‘I Wanna Be Your Man’ was originally a hit for which group in 1963? Rolling Stones
In pop music, the song ‘Sweets for my Sweet’ was originally a hit for which group in 1963? Searchers
In pop music, the song ‘Take My Breath Away’ from the movie ‘Top Gun’ was performed by which group? Berlin
In pop music, the suggestive lyrics, ‘Voulez-vous coucher avec moi, ce soir’ are from Labelle’s 1975 hit ‘Lady ‘ what? Marmalade
In pop music, the Supremes had a #1 hit in 1965 with their song, ‘Stop! In the Name of ‘ what? Love
In pop music, two members of which group knew each other from the Disney Channel’s ‘Mickey mouse Club’? N Sync
In pop music, until 1967 what was the name of the Beatles’ manager? Brian Epstein
In pop music, Van Morrison’s hit song was entitled what ‘ -Eyed Girl’? Brown
In pop music, Victoria Beckham was which Spice Girl? Posh Spice
In pop music, were all of the Bay City Rollers from Glasgow? No
In pop music, were all the Beatles from Liverpool? Yes
In pop music, what country crossover artist had a top five album in the ’90s called ‘The Woman in Me’? Shania Twain
In pop music, what did the Jackson Five change their name to in 1976: the Jacksons or Five? The Jacksons
In pop music, what group is fronted by Tom Petty? Heartbreakers
In pop music, what instrument did Keith Moon play in the group ‘The Who’? Drums
In pop music, what instrument did Manfred Mann normally play in his group Manfred Mann? Piano
In pop music, what is the lead singer’s first name in the group ‘Creed’? Scott
In pop music, what is the name of the band that had a hit with ‘Sultans of Swing’? Dire Straits
In pop music, what is the name of the rock opera created by The Who in 1969? Tommy
In pop music, what is the real first name of former Beatle, Paul McCartney? James
In pop music, what is the real name of singer and DJ Boy George? George O’Dowd
In pop music, what is the surname of Elvis, the English singer and songwriter born Declan Macmanus? Costello
In pop music, what is the surname of the American singer Neil, who starred in the 1980 film remake of Al Jolson’s ‘The Jazz Singer’? Diamond
In pop music, what Madonna dance hit was responsible for her being signed by Sire Records ? Everybody
In pop music, what nationality is synthesizer wizard Jean-Michael Jarre, who became famous for his huge outdoor laser and light concerts in the 1980s? French
In pop music, what nationality were Abba, who achieved a string of number one hits in the 1970s and 1980s? Swedish
In pop music, what performer changed his name to an unpronounceable glyph in 1993? Prince
In pop music, what R&B singer had three backup singers known as ‘The Pips’? Gladys Knight
In pop music, what singer sang that ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’? Cindy Lauper
In pop music, what song title connects the artists Funk Masters, Level 42 and Roy Orbison? It’s Over
In pop music, what song title connects the artists the Flying Pickets, Yazoo, and Ringo Starr? Only You
In pop music, what song title was variously recorded by Barry Manilow, The Hollies and Shakespeare’s Sister? Stay
In pop music, what was Abba’s first number 1 single? Waterloo
In pop music, what was Elvis Presley’s first number one single: ‘Hound Dog or ‘Love Me Tender’? Hound Dog
In pop music, what was Stevie Wonder’s first hit single: ‘Fingertips’ or ‘Thriller’? Fingertips
In pop music, what was the first hit song for the Pet Shop Boys? West End Girls
In pop music, what was the name of Bruce Springsteen’s band: the E Street Band or the Bangles? E Street
In pop music, what was the name of David Bowie’s 1986 concert tour? Glass Spider
In pop music, what was the name of Madonna’s 1987 concert tour? Who’s That Girl
In pop music, what was the name of Madonna’s hit 1998 single: ‘Frozen’ or ‘Boiling’? Frozen
In pop music, what was the name of Paul McCartney’s band after the Beatles: Wings or Plastic Ono? Wings
In pop music, what was the name of the group in which guitarist Robbie Robertson found fame? The Band
In pop music, what was the name of the group with which singer Boy George found fame? Culture Club
In pop music, what was the name of the only number one hit for the Village People? Y.M.C.A.
In pop music, what was the name of the single that Rod Stewart took to the top of the charts in 1975: ‘Flying’ or ‘Sailing’? Sailing
In pop music, what was the real name of singer Dusty Springfield? Mary O’Brien
In pop music, what was the surname of female vocalist Belinda, a former member of the Go-Go’s, who had a hit with ‘Circle in the Sand’? Carlisle
In pop music, what was the title of Soft Cell’s 1981 hit song? Tainted Love
In pop music, which ‘Hotel’ did the Eagles sing about? California
In pop music, which 1960s hit for Little Eva was also a hit for Kylie Minogue in 1988? The Loco-Motion
In pop music, which act sang the song with the lyrics ‘I hope I die before I get old’? The Who
In pop music, which American band had a hit in the sixties with ‘Help Me Rhonda’? The Beach Boys
In pop music, which American singing group had a hit in the sixties with ‘This Old Heart of Mine’? Isley Brothers
In pop music, which androgynous rocker was born David Jones in 1947? David Bowie
In pop music, which artist had a hit with ‘Ghostbusters’ in 1984? Ray Parker Jr.
In pop music, which band did Bruce Springsteen usually use as back up? E-Street Band
In pop music, which band had a hit with ‘Everybody Wants to Rule the World’ in 1985? Tears for Fears
In pop music, which band had a hit with ‘Good Vibrations’ in 1966? The Beach Boys
In pop music, which band had a hit with ‘I Get Around’ in 1964? The Beach Boys
In pop music, which band had a No. 1 single in 1967 with the song ‘Happy Together’? The Turtles
In pop music, which band had a number one hit in 1979 with ‘Tragedy’? Bee Gees
In pop music, which band have had more number one hits than any other? The Beatles
In pop music, which band was featured in ‘The Last Waltz’? The Band
In pop music, which Beatle wrote an autobiography entitled ‘I Me Mine’? George
In pop music, which Beatles album shares its name with ‘assistance in a situation’? Help
In pop music, which Beatles album shares its name with a gun? Revolver
In pop music, which boy band had a hit in ‘Baby Bye-Bye-Bye’? N’Sync
In pop music, which British singer had hits with ‘No Regrets’, ‘Strong’ and ‘Rock DJ’? Robbie Williams
In pop music, which British singer had hits with ‘Sledgehammer’ and ‘Solsbury Hill’? Peter Gabriel
In pop music, which city hosted the U.S. half of the 1985 charity concert ‘Live Aid’? Philadelphia
In pop music, which disco queen was born Ladonna Gaines in 1948? Donna Summer
In pop music, which ex-Beatle has had number one hits as a soloist, duet, trio, quartet and quintet? Paul McCartney
In pop music, which female artist had a #1 hit in 1986 with the song ‘True Colors’? Cyndi Lauper
In pop music, which female artist had a hit in 1964 with the title song from the film, ‘Goldfinger’? Shirley Bassey
In pop music, which Genesis single was released first: ‘In Too Deep’ or ‘Mama’? Mama
In pop music, which group recorded ‘Sugar,Sugar’? Archies
In pop music, which group sang ‘American Woman’? The Guess Who
In pop music, which group was conceived in 1965 as an idea for a TV show molded after the Beatles movie, ‘A Hard Days Night’? The Monkees
In pop music, which group was formed by the children of the Mamas and the Papas and the Beach Boys? Wilson Phillips
In pop music, which instrument does the singer and songwriter Joni Mitchell usually play? Guitar
In pop music, which Irish band with twin sisters Edele and Keavy had a Top 10 hit in 1999 with the song ‘C’est La Vie’? B*Witched
In pop music, which Irish group led by Dolores O’Riodan has the same name as a food item? Cranberries
In pop music, which Irish town is the band ‘The Corrs’ from? Dundalk
In pop music, which Irish-born singer had a hit with ‘Orinoco Flow in 1988? Enya
In pop music, which Jackson had a 1983 hit ‘Steppin’ Out’? Joe
In pop music, which jazz trumpeter had hits with ‘The Lonely Bull’ and ‘Spanish Flea’ in the 1960s? Herb Alpert
In pop music, which Lou Reed song became a 1998 hit featuring a variety of famous artists? Perfect Day
In pop music, which member of ‘Herd’ and ‘Humble Pie’ became known as ‘The Face of 1968’? Peter Frampton
In pop music, which member of Eurythmics had solo hits with ‘Put a Little Love in Your Heart’ and ‘Something So Right’? Annie Lennox
In pop music, which member of the Spice Girls sang a duet with Bryan Adams on ‘When You’re Gone’? Sporty
In pop music, which Norwegian band had a hit single with ‘Take On Me’ in 1985? A-Ha
In pop music, which of Bob Marley’s sons formed a band called the Melody Makers? Ziggy
In pop music, which of John Lennon’s sons released the singles ‘Saltwater’ and ‘Too Late For Goodbyes’? Julian
In pop music, which of the Gibb Brothers had a #1 hit in 1978 singing about ‘Shadow Dancing? Andy
In pop music, which of the Jackson brothers had a Top 10 Hit in 1985 with ‘Do What You Do’? Jermaine
In pop music, which of the Jackson siblings released an album called ‘Control’? Janet
In pop music, which of the Osmond siblings released an album called ‘Paper Roses’? Marie
In pop music, which Paul McCartney-fronted group released their debut album, ‘Wild Life’ in 1971? Wings
In pop music, which Peter recorded the 1986 album ‘So’? Gabriel
In pop music, which Shakespeare play lent its name to a 1997 hit song by Supergrass? Richard III
In pop music, which Shakespeare play lent its name to a hit song by Dire Straits? Romeo & Juliet
In pop music, which singer and pianist played and sung at the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales? Elton John
In pop music, which singer and songwriter performed the 1969 song ‘My Cherie Amour’? Stevie Wonder
In pop music, which singer and songwriter performed the 1984 song from the film ‘Woman in Red’, ‘I Just Called to Say I Love You’? Stevie Wonder
In pop music, which singer debuted with the number one song, ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’? Britney Spears
In pop music, which singer had a hit with ‘Beat It’: Michael Jackson or Al Yankovic? Michael Jackson
In pop music, which singer had a hit with ‘Candy’ in 2001: Mandy Moore or Britney Spears? Mandy Moore
In pop music, which singer has had the most Number One albums worldwide: Michael Jackson or Phil Collins? Phil Collins
In pop music, which singer is the only person to have more U.S. chart singles entries than James Brown? Elvis Presley
In pop music, which singer released the album ‘Older’ in 1995? George Michael
In pop music, which singer with the Doors was known as ‘The Lizard King’? Jim Morrison
In pop music, which singer with The Who starred in the film ‘Tommy’? Roger Daltrey
In pop music, which singer, daughter of an equally famous father singer, had hits with ‘You Came’ and ‘Four Letter Word’ in 1988? Kim Wilde
In pop music, which singer, renowned for her vocal range, had hits with ‘I’ll Be There’ and ‘Dreamlover’ in the early 1990s? Mariah Carey
In pop music, which singing duo was scandalized for using someone else’s singing? Milli Vanilli
In pop music, which Sister Sledge song was reworked by Will Smith for his 1998 Top 10 hit ‘Gettin’ Jiggy With It’? Greatest Dancer
In pop music, which solo artist released the song ‘Alice’s Restaurant? Arlo Guthrie
In pop music, which song title connects the artists Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Jennifer Rush and Huey Lewis and The News? Power Of Love
In pop music, which soul singer released the 1960 hit ‘Wonderful World’? Sam Cooke
In pop music, which soul singer released the 1969 hit ‘For Once in My Life’? Stevie Wonder
In pop music, which TV network carried ‘N Sync’s first television concert? Disney Channel
In pop music, which vocalist fronted the band the Boomtown Rats from 1975 to 1986? Bob Geldof
In pop music, which young sensation had early hits in 1963 and 1965 with ‘Fingertips’ and ‘Uptight (Everything’s Alright)’? Stevie Wonder
In pop music, who became the youngest female for more than thirty years to get to number one with her song ‘Because We Want To’? Billie Piper
In pop music, who did Chuck Berry ask to ‘Roll Over’? Beethoven
In pop music, who had a #1 hit in 1978 duetting with Denice Williams on ‘Too Much, Too Little, Too Late’? Johnny Mathis
In pop music, who had a 1979 hit song called ‘Walking on the Moon’? The Police
In pop music, who had a hit in 2000 with the song ‘Music’? Madonna
In pop music, who had a hit with ‘Who Let the Dogs Out’ in 2000? Baha Men
In pop music, who had a number one hit in 1988 with ‘One More Try’? George Michael
In pop music, who had an international hit with ‘Annie’s Song’ in 1974? John Denver
In pop music, who had Number 1 albums with ‘Face Value’, ‘No Jacket Required’ and ‘Both Sides’? Phil Collins
In pop music, who has had more Number One hit singles in the UK: the Beatles or Abba? Beatles
In pop music, who is ‘The Heartbreaker’s’ frontman? Tom Petty
In pop music, who is known as the ‘Godfather of Soul’? James Brown
In pop music, who recorded the duet ‘Don’t Go Breaking My Heart’ with Elton John? Kiki Dee
In pop music, who released an album called ‘Black Tie, White Noise’ in 1993? David Bowie
In pop music, who released the album ‘But Seriously’ in 1989? Phil Collins
In pop music, who released the single ‘Solsbury Hill’ in 1977? Peter Gabriel
In pop music, who released the single ‘Suedehead’ in 1988? Morrissey
In pop music, who replaced Brian Jones as the lead guitarist in the Rolling Stones? Mick Taylor
In pop music, who replaced Keith Moon as drummer for ‘The Who’? Kenny Jones
In pop music, who was the lead singer of Queen? Freddie Mercury
In pop music, who was the lead singer of the 1980s British group ABC? Martin Fry
In pop music, who was the lead singer with the pop group the Bangles? Susanna Hoffs
In pop music, who was the lead vocalist with ‘The Commodores’? Lionel Richie
In pop music, who was the lead vocalist with ‘The Four Tops’? Levi Stubbs
In pop music, who was the original lead singer of British group Genesis? Peter Gabriel
In pop music, who wrote the Peter, Paul and Mary hit, ‘Leaving on a Jet Plane’? John Denver
In pop music, whose 40th symphony did Waldo de los Rios take up the international charts in the charts in 1971? Mozart
In pop music, whose back-up group was ‘The Pips’? Gladys Knight
In pop music, whose big hit in 1972 was ‘You’re So Vain’? Carly Simon
In pop music, whose greatest hits album is the biggest selling reggae album in the US? Bob Marley
In pop music, whose hits in 2000 included ‘The Way I Am’ and ‘The Real Slim Shady’? Eminem
In pop music, whose signature hit song is ‘Say My Name’? Destiny’s Child
In pop music, with which British pop group did Geri Halliwell achieve fame in the 1990s? The Spice Girls
In pop music, with which singer did Mariah Carey duet on ‘When You Believe’ in 1998? Whitney Houston
In pop, which song, made famous by Harry Belafonte, features the lyric ‘Daylight come and I wanna go home’? Day-O
In pop, who made the song ‘The Banana Boat Song’ famous? Harry Belafonte
In popular culture, which ultra-slim 1960s model had a Top 20 hit in 1976 with ‘Here I Go Again’? Twiggy
In popular music, who had the hit ‘How Much is that Doggie in the Window’? Perry Como
In Portugal, which airport is closer to the popular tourist destination of the Algarve: Faro or Lisbon? Faro
In pottery, what ‘G’ is a coating of opaque or translucent material applied to produce a glassy waterproof finish? Glaze
In pro baseball, what National League division are the Chicago Cubs in? Central
In pro baseball, which former Brave holds the lifetime career homerun record with 755? Hank Aaron
In pro basketball, who averaged over 50 points a game one season? Chamberlain
In professional basketball, how long is an overtime period? 5 minutes
In professional basketball, who is the leader in total career rebounds? Chamberlain
In professional football, New York boasts two teams: the Giants, and what other team? Jets
In professional golf, who won four major tournaments of ‘The Grand Slam’ in a row during 2000 and 2001? Tiger Woods
In professional ice hockey what color are Detroit’s Wings? Red
In professional volleyball, approximately how fast can the strongest players spike the ball? 80mph
In professions, what does a Chandler make? Candles

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In racing, how many laps make up the Indianapolis 500? 200
In racing, the Unser Brothers, who have each won the Indy 500, are named Al and what? Bobby
In radio, what do the initials C.B. stand for? Citizen’s Band
In radio, what does the ‘H’ in VHF stand for? High
In radio, which member of ‘The Goon Show’ was the son of an Irish officer in the British Army and was born in India? Spike Milligan
In radio, who was Gracie Allen’s long time husband and comedy partner? George Burns
In ratio of cows to people, which state has the greatest number of dairy cows? Vermont
In religion what ‘S’ is a place of worship and a meeting place for the Jewish people? Synagogue
In religion, ‘Dharma’ is a fundamental concept in which religion? Hinduism
In religion, ‘Hassidim’ are followers of which faith? Judaism
In religion, according to Islam, how many Heavens are there: 7 or 17? 7
In religion, according to Islamic tradition, did Mohammed make his ascent to Heaven from Jerusalem or Mecca? Jerusalem
In religion, according to Sikh teachings, how many Evil Passions are there: 5 or 15? 5
In religion, apart from one of the Gospels, which other book of the New Testament was written by St. Luke? Acts
In religion, at the last supper, what type of food did Jesus say was his body? Bread
In religion, at what age does a Jewish boy celebrate his Bar Mitzvah? 13
In religion, at what event did Jesus state that one of his disciples would betray him? Last Supper
In religion, Augustine became the first holder of the which title in the year 597: Archbishop of Canterbury or York? Canterbury
In religion, Chasidism is a form of orthodoxy in which religion? Judaism
In religion, complete the name of this commemorative day in the Christian calendar, ‘Ash ‘ what? Wednesday
In religion, complete the name of this commemorative day in the Christian calendar: ‘Ascension ‘ what? Day
In religion, did Jesus and the Apostles speak Akkadian or Aramaic? Aramaic
In religion, during the traditional Jewish wedding ceremony, what is the name of the cloth canopy that the couple is married under? Chuppah
In religion, for how many days and nights was Jonah trapped inside the whale? 3
In religion, from which country did Buddhism originate? India
In religion, from which country did Shinto originate? Japan
In religion, from which Testament of the Bible is the book of Ruth: Old or New? Old
In religion, how many books are there in The New Testament? 27
In religion, how many branches does a Menorah, a candelabrum used in Jewish ceremonies, have? 7
In religion, how many Gospels are there in The New Testament? 4
In religion, how many Noble Truths does Buddhism recognize? 4
In religion, how many weekdays does the Christian festival of Lent last? 40
In religion, in Judaism, the Torah comprises the five books traditionally said to be written by whom? Moses
In religion, in the New Testament, to what did Saul change his name after his conversion on the Road to Damascus? Paul
In religion, in which U.S. state does the Mormon church have its base? Utah
In religion, is the book ‘Romans’ found in the Old Testament or The New Testament? New Testament
In religion, of which faith are the Vedas the holy books? Hinduism
In religion, only two books in the Old Testament are named after women, Esther and who? Ruth
In religion, Roman Catholics believe that the Pope is elected in a direct line from which apostle? Peter
In religion, Sikh initiation rites involve the wearing of uncut hair, a steel bracelet, a short sword, a comb and Kaccha. These are collectively known as what? Five Ks
In religion, Sufism is a form of which religion? Islam
In religion, the Dead Sea Scrolls are mainly in Aramaic and which other language? Hebrew
In religion, the first books of the Old Testament are known as the ‘Books of ‘ who? Moses
In religion, the first day of Lent is called ‘Ash ‘ what? Wednesday
In religion, the Koran is the sacred book of whom? Islam
In religion, the Star of David is made up of two of which shape? Triangles
In religion, was the town of Nazareth first mentioned in the Old or New Testament? New
In religion, what ‘A’ is a messenger from God or a Guardian Spirit? Angel
In religion, what ‘A’ is the church festival leading up to Christmas? Advent
In religion, what ‘A’ is the first Wednesday in Lent? Ash
In religion, what ‘A’ is the group of conservative Mennonites now settled in the eastern states of America? Amish
In religion, what ‘A’ is the name given to ritual washing? Ablution
In religion, what ‘A’ is the name used to describe one of the early followers of Jesus? Apostle
In religion, what ‘A’ is the term for the theory or belief that God does not exist? Atheism
In religion, what ‘B’ is a term taken from the Greek word for ‘dipping’, and is often used as an initiation ceremony for the Christian church? Baptism
In religion, what ‘B’ is mentioned in the Bible and is a type of sulfur? Brimstone
In religion, what ‘B’ is the immersion in or sprinkling with water as a religious rite of initiation? Baptism
In religion, what ‘B’ was the place where a great tower was built, bringing together all the world’s languages? Babel
In religion, what ‘C’ is a ceremony in which someone is confirming a baptized person as a member of the church? Confirmation
In religion, what ‘C’ is a rite affirming a baptized person at the age of discretion? Confirmation
In religion, what ‘C’ is a term taken from the Latin word for ‘firm’ and is a ceremony that admits a person to full participation in the Christian church? Confirmation
In religion, what ‘C’ was the land into which Joshua led the people of Israel? Canaan
In religion, what ‘C’ was the name given to the medieval military expeditions in the name of Christianity? Crusades
In religion, what ‘D’ is the name given to the Hindu festival of light? Divali
In religion, what ‘D’ is the name used to describe one of the early followers of Jesus? Disciple
In religion, what ‘E’ is the collective name for the 21 books of the New Testament which were written as letters? Epistles
In religion, what ‘J’ is another name for the Hindu god Krishna and means ‘Lord of the World’? Juggernaut
In religion, what ‘K’ is a popular Hindu god and the eighth incarnation of Vishnu? Krishna
In religion, what ‘K’ is a sacred book of Islam? Koran
In religion, what ‘L’ is the liturgical prayer consisting of a series of petitions recited by a leader, alternating with fixed responses by the congregation? Litany
In religion, what ‘M’ are followers of the teachings of John Wesley? Methodists
In religion, what ‘M’ is a sacred word or phrase repeated by Buddhists during meditation? Mantra
In religion, what ‘M’ is the better known name of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints? Mormon
In religion, what ‘M’ is the name given to a verse or a series of syllables used in meditation in Indian religions? Mantra
In religion, what ‘N’ is the state of supreme bliss in Buddhism and Hinduism? Nirvana
In religion, what ‘O’ is a ceremony in which someone is accepted into the priesthood? Ordination
In religion, what ‘P’ describes the area served by a local church? Parish
In religion, what ‘P’ is a short narrative by which moral or ethical lessons are taught? Parable
In religion, what ‘P’ is a solemn request or thanksgiving to God? Prayer
In religion, what ‘P’ is a tower often found in Buddhist temple enclosures? Pagoda
In religion, what ‘P’ is the collective name given to the first five books of the New Testament? Pentateuch
In religion, what ‘P’ is the name given to the Jewish holiday commemorating the Exodus from Egypt? Passover
In religion, what ‘P’ is the term for the belief that all aspects of life and the afterlife are pre-ordained by God? Predestination
In religion, what ‘Q’ are Christians who gather in a place of worship called a Meeting House? Quakers
In religion, what ‘S’ is a religion in Japan which literally means ‘the way of kami’? Shinto
In religion, what ‘S’ is an address of religious instruction delivered during a church service? Sermon
In religion, what ‘S’ is another name for the devil? Satan
In religion, what ‘T’ refers to the two main sections of the Christian Bible and means ‘Covenant’ or ‘Agreement’? Testament
In religion, what are the first two words of the ‘Lord’s Prayer’ in Latin? Pater Noster
In religion, what are the first two words of the Lord’s Prayer in English? Our Father
In religion, what are the Latin words for ‘Hail Mary’? Ave Maria
In religion, what Chinese philosopher was revered so much he was worshipped as a god? Confucius
In religion, what does the word ‘Messiah’ mean? Anointed One
In religion, what English word comes from the Saxon word ‘Godspell’, meaning good news? Gospel
In religion, what is the date of Epiphany? January 6th
In religion, what is the first book of the Old Testament? Genesis
In religion, what is the Islamic word for a priest? Imam
In religion, what is the last book of the New Testament of the Bible? Revelations
In religion, what is the last book of the Old Testament of the Bible? Malachi
In religion, what is the meaning of the word ‘buddha’? Enlightened One
In religion, what is the name given to a cross bearing the image of Christ being crucified? Crucifix
In religion, what is the name given to the Hindu Festival of Lights? Diwali
In religion, what is the name given to the Jewish Festival of Lights? Hanukkah
In religion, what is the name given to the ornamental screen at the back of an altar? Reredos
In religion, what is the name of the chief sacred text of Christianity? The Bible
In religion, what is the name of the chief sacred text of Islam? Koran
In religion, what is the name of the Jehovah’s Witnesses best known periodical? The Watchtower
In religion, what is the name of the Salvation Army’s best known periodical? The War Cry
In religion, what is the Sanskrit word for disciple? Sikh
In religion, what name do Roman Catholics give the prayer to the Virgin Mary, based on the Angel Gabriel’s greeting? Hail Mary
In religion, what name do Roman Catholics give to prayer of nine consecutive days? Novena
In religion, what name is given to a journey to a sacred place inspired by religious devotion? Pilgrimage
In religion, where was Mohammed born? Mecca
In religion, which Biblical character was said to possess great wisdom? Solomon
In religion, which faith has as its sacred text the Torah? Judaism
In religion, which famous Chinese philosopher was born in 551 B.C.? Confucius
In religion, which has the greatest number of followers: Buddhism or Hinduism? Hinduism
In religion, which Hindu god gave its name to a massive wheeled vehicle? Juggernaut
In religion, which people considered that mistletoe was sacred? Druids
In religion, which sect was founded by Guru Nanak who was born in 1469? Sikhism
In religion, which tree did the Druids consider to be sacred? Oak
In religion, who betrayed Jesus to the Romans with a kiss? Judas Iscariot
In religion, who has the higher rank: a bishop or an archbishop? Archbishop
In religion, who is said to have appeared to St. Bernadette at Lourdes in France? Virgin Mary
In religion, who killed Goliath? David
In religion, who was the Israelite hero Samson’s lover, who deprived him of his strength by cutting off his hair? Delilah
In religion, who was the Israelite hero who was deprived of his strength when his hair was cut? Samson
In religion, who was the second son of Adam and Eve: Cain or Abel? Abel
In religion, who was the second son of Noah and his wife: Ham or Shem? Shem
In Richard Adams’ ‘Watership Down’, what kind of animals are the characters Hazel and Bigwig? Rabbits
In Robert Louis Stevenson’s ‘Kidnapped’, what is the name of the ship? Covenant
In rock music, ‘Slowhand’ is the nickname of which venerable British guitarist? Eric Clapton
In rock music, John Osbourne, the vocalist for Black Sabbath, is better known by what nickname? Ozzy
In rock music, the word ‘axe’ was adopted by rock musicians in the 1960s to refer to which instrument: guitar or saxophone? Guitar
In rock music, whose albums include ‘Master of Puppets’, ‘Reload’, and ‘Loud’? Metallica
In Roman military history, what ‘C’ was the name given to a commander of 100 men? Centurion
In Roman mythology, Cupid was the god of what? Love
In Roman mythology, Diana was the goddess of what? Hunting
In Roman mythology, Vulcan was the god of metal working and what? Fire
In Roman mythology, what ‘A’ was the animal sacred to the Roman goddess Vesta? Ass
In Roman mythology, what ‘P’ was the Roman goddess of fruit trees? Pomona
In Roman mythology, who was the goddess of hunting and fertility? Diana
In Roman mythology, who was the goddess of war Minerva
In Roman numerals, which letter represents 100? C
In Roman numerals, which letter represents 100? C
In Roman numerals, which letter represents 1000? M
In Roman numerals, which letter represents 500? D
In Roman religion, what was the name given to the goddess Vesta’s chaste priestesses? Vestal Virgins
In Roman religion, who was the queen of the Olympian gods? Juno
In Rossini’s opera, what is the name of the barber who introduces himself with the aria ‘Largo Al Factotum’? Figaro
In Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The Jungle Book’, what kind of animal was the character Akela? Wolf
In Rudyard Kipling’s story, ‘Wee ‘ who ran through the town in his nightwear? Willie Winkie
In rugby league, how many players make up a team? 13
In San Francisco, which bridge is longer: the San Mateo or the Bay Bridge? San Mateo
In science what ‘B’ is the study of plants? Botany
In science what name is given to a substance that alters the rate of a chemical reaction without being altered in the process? Catalyst
In science, ‘Absolute ‘ what is theoretically the lowest possible temperature? 0
In science, ‘Au’ is the symbol for which element on the periodic table? Gold
In science, ‘C’ is the symbol of which non-metallic element? Carbon
In science, ‘Cl’ is the chemical symbol for which element? Chlorine
In science, ‘forging’ is a word most commonly used to describe the shaping of which metal? Iron
In science, ‘O’ is the symbol of which non-metallic element? Oxygen
In science, ‘room temperature’ is approximately 20 degrees on the centigrade or Fahrenheit scale? Centigrade
In science, ‘Ti’ is the chemical symbol for which element? Titanium
In science, a ‘joule’ is a unit of energy. What is the term for one thousand joules? Kilojoule
In science, a battery has a negative and what other type of terminal? Positive
In science, a Newton is the basic unit of force that gives a mass of one kilogram an acceleration of how many meters per second squared? 1
In science, a water molecule consists of one oxygen atom and two atoms of which other element? Hydrogen
In science, ammonia comprises hydrogen and which other gas? Nitrogen
In science, Ar is the chemical symbol for which element? Argon
In science, are bacteria ‘uni-cellular’ or ‘multi-cellular’ organisms? Uni-cellular
In science, are black surfaces good reflectors of heat and light? No
In science, are cumulonimbus found on land or in the air? Air
In science, are dark, matt surfaces good or bad absorbers of radiation? Good
In science, are gases or solids inert? Gases
In science, are microwaves low or high frequency radio waves? High
In science, are protons negatively or positively charged? Positively
In science, are shiny, polished surfaces good or bad reflectors of heat? Good
In science, are ultraviolet waves shorter or longer than X-rays? Longer
In science, at room temperature and standard pressure, is chlorine a solid, liquid or gas? Gas
In science, at room temperature and standard pressure, is Mercury solid, liquid or gas? Liquid
In science, brass is an alloy of copper and mainly which other metal? Zinc
In science, brass is principally an alloy of copper and what? Zinc
In science, brass is principally an alloy of zinc and which other metal? Copper
In science, bronze is an alloy of copper and mainly which other metal? Tin
In science, bronze is principally an alloy of copper and what? Tin
In science, bronze is principally an alloy of tin and which other metal? Copper
In science, by what name is the drug Acetylsalicylic acid better known? Aspirin
In science, carbon dioxide is a compound made up of carbon and which other element? Oxygen
In science, carbonates are compounds that contain oxygen and which other element? Carbon
In science, carbonic acid is formed when what dissolves in water? Carbon Dioxide
In science, chemicals are divided into solids, liquids and what else? Gases
In science, cinnabar is the main ore of which common metal beginning with ‘M’? Mercury
In science, compounds containing which group of elements from the Periodic Table are called ‘salts’? Halogens
In science, CuO is the oxide of which metallic element? Copper
In science, Cupronickel is an alloy containing nickel and which other metal? Copper
In science, dendochronology is dating by which method? Tree Rings
In science, depending on whether it comes into contact with an acid or an alkali, litmus paper turns red or which other color? Blue
In science, deuterium oxide is known as what type of water? Heavy Water
In science, do neutrons have a negative charge or no charge at all? No Charge
In science, do protons have a positive or negative charge? Positive
In science, does a ‘Geiger counter’ measure radioactivity or sound waves? Radioactivity
In science, does a barometer record variations in atmospheric pressure or humidity? Pressure
In science, does a concave mirror curve inwards or outwards? Inwards
In science, does a dynamo produce alternating or direct current? Direct
In science, does a Seismograph record the power of earthquakes or radioactivity? Earthquakes
In science, does an ‘ammeter’ measure Amps or Metres? Amps
In science, does an ‘inhibitor’ speed up or slow down a reaction? Slow down
In science, does an alternator produce an AC current or a DC current? AC
In science, does an atom that loses an electron become positively or negatively charged? Positively
In science, does an increase in temperature make the rate of a chemical reaction faster or slower? Faster
In science, does heating a substance give its molecules more or less energy? More
In science, does ice float in water? Yes
In science, does oxygen help or hinder the process of combustion? Help
In science, does sodium give fireworks a yellow or red color? Yellow
In science, does sound travel faster or slower than light? Slower
In science, does sound travel faster through a solid or a liquid? Solid
In science, does the inner core of the earth rotate faster or slower than the crust? Slower
In science, dry ice is a frozen form of which gas? Carbon Dioxide
In science, for what do the initials ‘Cd’ stand when measuring luminous intensity? Candela
In science, for what do the initials ‘MB’ stand when measuring atmospheric pressure? Millibars
In science, from what does hydropower energy originate? Water
In science, Galena is the chief ore of which metal? Lead
In science, hard water contains ions of calcium and which other element? Magnesium
In science, hard water contains ions of magnesium and which other element? Calcium
In science, heat is transferred by convection, conduction and what else? Radiation
In science, heat is transferred through conduction, convection and what ‘R’: refraction or radiation? Radiation
In science, heat is transferred through radiation, convection and what other ‘C’: conduction or correlation? Conduction
In science, how does a catalyst affect the speed of a chemical reaction? Increases Speed
In science, how many carats has pure gold? 24
In science, how many Decibels are there in one Bel? 10
In science, how many Halogens are there? 5
In science, how many joules are there in a kilojoule? “1 000”
In science, how many kilograms are in a ton? “1 000”
In science, how many Noble Gases are there: 4, 6 or 10? 6
In science, how many non-metal elements exist: 18 or 24? 18
In science, how many poles does a magnet have? 2
In science, how many terminals does a cell have? 2
In science, how many watts are there in one megawatt of electricity? “1 000 000”
In science, how thick, on average, is the Earth’s continental crust: 2, 20 or 200 miles? 2
In science, how will a catalyst affect the speed of a chemical reaction, will it quicken it or slow it? Quicken it
In science, how will a parachute affect the rate of descent of a body falling through the atmosphere? Slow it
In science, if a substance is said to ‘sublime’ does it turn to liquid or gas when heated? Gas
In science, if an object moves at supersonic speed, is it moving faster or slower than the speed of sound? Faster
In science, in the Periodic Table, what two letters represent lead? Pb
In science, in the Periodic Table, what two letters represent silver? Ag
In science, in the periodic table, which element is represented by the letter ‘C’? Carbon
In science, in the periodic table, which element is represented by the letter ‘S’? Sulfur
In science, in the Periodic Table, which element is represented by the letters ‘Co’? Cobalt
In science, in the periodic table, which element is represented by the letters ‘Pb’? Lead
In science, in what form is mercury found at room temperature: liquid or solid? Liquid
In science, in what form is potassium found at room temperature: liquid or solid? Solid
In science, in what state is an element when it is described as a vapor: liquid, solid or gas? Gas
In science, in what state is an element when its temperature is below melting point: liquid, solid or gas? Solid
In science, in which century did offshore oil production begin? 19th
In science, is ‘Speleology’ the study of Caves or Mountains? Caves
In science, is ‘Teratology’ the study of monsters or irrational fear? Monsters
In science, is a hydrogen molecule a very small or very large molecule? Very Small
In science, is a subatomic particle smaller or larger than an atom? Smaller
In science, is a theodolite used to measure angles or distances? Angles
In science, is absolute zero -273 or -459 on the Fahrenheit scale? -459 degrees
In science, is Absolute Zero above or below zero degrees Centigrade? Below
In science, is air normally an insulator or a conductor? Insulator
In science, is ascorbic acid better known as vitamin A or vitamin C? C
In science, is carbon dioxide a poisonous or non-poisonous gas? Poisonous
In science, is coal made from the chemical element sulfur or carbon? Carbon
In science, is Cynophobia the fear of cats or dogs? Dogs
In science, is fluorine a poisonous or non-poisonous gas? Poisonous
In science, is heat a form of energy: yes or no? Yes
In science, is hydrogen a reactive or non-reactive element? Reactive
In science, is hydrogen or helium the lightest gaseous element? Hydrogen
In science, is iron pyrite more commonly known as ‘Fool’s Gold’ or ‘Quicksilver’? Fool’s Gold
In science, is lime an acid or an alkali? Alkali
In science, is sodium chloride an element or a compound? Compound
In science, is the Beaufort scale used to measure wind speeds or earthquakes? Wind Speeds
In science, is the chemical element Copper named after China or Cyprus? Cyprus
In science, is the chemical symbol for Sodium: ‘Na’ or ‘So’? Na
In science, is the freezing point of water above or below zero degrees Fahrenheit? Above
In science, is the lightest element a liquid or a gas? Gas
In science, is the lightest known substance hydrogen or nitrogen? Hydrogen
In science, is the pH of an orange 4 or 11? 4
In science, is water normally an insulator or a conductor? Conductor
In science, is water or fire known as ‘The Universal Solvent’? Water
In science, name the device that converts energy stored in chemicals into energy in the form of electricity? Battery
In science, on the ‘Mohs Hardness Scale’ which mineral rates at No. 1, the softest? Talc
In science, one Watt is equal to how many Joules per second? 1
In science, other than hydrogen and sulfur, which element would you find in sulfuric acid? Oxygen
In science, our atmosphere comprises approximately 78% which gas? Nitrogen
In science, Oxygen was first discovered in which century – the 18th or 17th? 18th
In science, pewter is an alloy of tin and which other metal: copper or lead? Lead
In science, Pitchblende is an important source of what ‘U’? Uranium
In science, rust is formed by the action of water and oxygen on which metallic element? Iron
In science, Sn is the chemical symbol of which element? Tin
In science, the acronym RADAR stands for ‘Radio Detection and ‘ what? Ranging
In Science, the acronym W.W.W. stands for what ‘ Wide Web’? World
In science, the alloy containing copper, nickel and zinc is known as what ‘silver’? Nickel
In science, the amount of protons in the nucleus of an atom is called its what number? Atomic
In science, the average speed of a moving object is calculated by the distance it travels divided by what? Time
In science, the boundary between an advancing mass of warm air and a retreating mass of cold air is known as a what type of front? Warm
In science, the burning of a substance from heat generated within itself is known as ‘Spontaneous ‘ what? Combustion
In science, the desalination process removes what from sea water? Salt
In science, the increased production of which gas, with the chemical formula CO2, is causing the Greenhouse Effect? Carbon Dioxide
In science, the leaves and oil of which tree are used in Australia to treat respiratory ailments like asthma? Eucalyptus
In science, the letter ‘B’ represents which element in the Periodic Table? Boron
In science, the letter ‘F’ is the chemical symbol for which element of the periodic table: francium, fermium or fluorine? Fluorine
In science, the letter ‘N’ is the chemical symbol for which element of the periodic table: Neon, Nitrogen or Neodymium? Nitrogen
In science, the letter ‘N’ stands for what unit of force? Newton
In science, the letter ‘O’ stands for which unit of electrical resistance? Ohm
In science, the letter ‘S’ represents which element in the Periodic Table? Sulfur
In science, the letters ‘Fe’ represent which element of the periodic table? Iron
In science, the letters ‘Ti’ represent which element of the periodic table? Titanium
In science, the mechanism that produces very fast exothermic energy which begins with the formation of a single reactive molecule is a ‘Chain’ what? Reaction
In science, the Meteor One Satellite was launched by the USSR in 1969 to observe what? Weather
In science, the mineral iron pyrite is better known as ‘Fool’s ‘ what? Gold
In science, the Periodic Table groups elements into columns and rows according to which number? Atomic
In science, the principal constituents in bell metal are copper, usually a little zinc and which other metal? Tin
In science, the principal constituents in stainless steel are Iron, Chromium and which other metal? Nickel
In science, the process of distillation is used to do what to liquids? Purify
In science, the three states of matter are ‘solid’, ‘liquid’ and what? Gas
In science, the two poles of a magnet are known as what? North and South
In science, the two tropics on the earth are known as Cancer and what? Capricorn
In science, the two types of particle which form the nucleus of an atom, are the neutron and the what? Proton
In science, the unit of measurement for energy is named after which famous scientist? Joule
In science, the unit of measurement of force is named after which famous scientist? Isaac Newton
In science, the unit of measurement of power is named after which famous scientist? Watt
In science, the unrefined form of petroleum is known as what oil? Crude
In science, Thiazine is any of several organic compounds containing four carbon atoms, one sulfur and one atom of which gas? Nitrogen
In science, Thomas Edison invented the first carbon-filament what in 1879? Light Bulb
In science, Trinitrotoluene is more commonly referred to as what? TNT
In science, what ‘A’ is a colorless gas used in the manufacture of artificial fertilizers? Ammonia
In science, what ‘A’ is another name for Vitamin C? Ascorbic Acid
In science, what ‘A’ is citric found in oranges, limes and lemons? Acid
In science, what ‘A’ is one of the simplest living animals and consists of only a single cell? Amoeba
In science, what ‘A’ is the element obtained from the mineral orpiment? Arsenic
In science, what ‘A’ is the instrument used to measure wind speed? Anemometer
In science, what ‘A’ is the most abundant metal in the Earth’s crust? Aluminum
In science, what ‘A’ is the process when normally-separated tissues or organs unite or grow together? Adhesion
In science, what ‘A’ is the rate at which the velocity of an object increases per unit of time? Acceleration
In science, what ‘A’ is the study of crops and soils? Agronomy
In science, what ‘A’ is the study of history by analysis of artifacts, inscriptions and monuments? Archaeology
In science, what ‘B’ describes the tendency of an object to float? Buoyancy
In science, what ‘B’ is a burner used for combining a flammable gas with controlled amounts of air before ignition? Bunsen
In science, what ‘B’ is a type of dark igneous rock consisting of augite, feldspar and iron? Basalt
In science, what ‘B’ is an auxiliary engine or rocket used to give initial acceleration? Booster
In science, what ‘B’ is the force holding together two or more atoms? Bond
In science, what ‘B’ is the most popular theory to explain the creation of the universe? Big Bang
In science, what ‘B’ is the name given to a dry cell that produces an electric current? Battery
In science, what ‘B’ is the name given to the study of the motion of projectiles? Ballistics
In science, what ‘B’ is the name of the physicist who formulated a gas law relating pressure and volume? Boyle
In science, what ‘B’ is the raw material from which aluminum is obtained? Bauxite
In science, what ‘C’ causes plants to be green? Chlorophyll
In science, what ‘C’ is a colorless crystalline compound with a characteristically strong odor associated with moth balls? Camphor
In science, what ‘C’ is a disc or halo round the sun or moon? Corona
In science, what ‘C’ is a negatively charged electrode? Cathode
In science, what ‘C’ is a particle accelerator designed to accelerate protons to high energies? Cyclotron
In science, what ‘C’ is a reddish-brown metal that is a good conductor of heat and electricity and is used for electrical wiring and water piping? Copper
In science, what ‘C’ is a substance formed from two or more elements? Compound
In science, what ‘C’ is a substance that increases the rate of a reaction without itself undergoing any permanent chemical change? Catalyst
In science, what ‘C’ is an oxidation reaction which gives off energy in the form of heat? Combustion
In science, what ‘C’ is the name given to a substance made from two or more elements? Compound
In science, what ‘C’ is the name given to the machine used for separating liquids of different density? Centrifuge
In science, what ‘C’ is the name given to the principal ore of Mercury? Cinnabar
In science, what ‘C’ is the name given to the study of dates? Chronology
In science, what ‘C’ was a Swedish scientist who had a temperature scale named after him? Celsius
In science, what ‘D’ describes a metal that can be pulled out to make wire? Ductile
In science, what ‘D’ is a machine for converting mechanical energy into electrical energy? Dynamo
In science, what ‘D’ is a mixing process between two fluids caused by the natural movement of particles? Diffusion
In science, what ‘D’ is the care and treatment of the teeth and gums? Dentistry
In science, what ‘D’ is the fuel normally used by buses and trucks? Diesel
In science, what ‘D’ is the hardest mineral, rated 10 in Moh’s scale of hardness? Diamond
In science, what ‘D’ is the technique used to purify liquids by the processes of evaporation and then condensation? Distillation
In science, what ‘D’ is used to measure the intensity of a sound Decibel
In science, what ‘D’ is virology the study of? Diseases
In science, what ‘E’ are organic catalysts that can be used to coagulate milk when making cheese? Enzymes
In science, what ‘E’ describes the change of a liquid into a vapor? Evaporation
In science, what ‘E’ describes the way in which an organism changes over many generations? Evolution
In science, what ‘E’ is a substance that cannot be broken down into a simpler one by ordinary chemical processes? Element
In science, what ‘E’ is the increase in the size of a material as its temperature rises? Expansion
In science, what ‘E’ is the name given to a mixture of liquids in which one is suspended in tiny droplets within the other? Emulsion
In science, what ‘E’ is the name given to liquid waste produced by human industrial activity? Effluent
In science, what ‘E’ is the name given to the study of animal behavior? Ethnology
In science, what ‘E’ is the process used to extract a reactive metal from its ore? Electrolysis
In science, what ‘F’ describes a force that opposes the relative motion of two bodies that are in contact? Friction
In science, what ‘F’ describes the ability of certain substances to glow under ultraviolet light? Fluorescence
In science, what ‘F’ is the mechanical separation of a liquid from the undissolved particles floating in it? Filtration
In science, what ‘F’ is the process of separating solid particles using a filter? Filtration
In science, what ‘G’ describes a force of attraction between two objects? Gravity
In science, what ‘G’ is a counter that measures radiation? Geiger
In science, what ‘G’ is a hydrated form of calcium sulfate, which rates 2 in Moh’s Scale of Hardness? Gypsum
In science, what ‘G’ is a term describing the method of protecting steel by coating it with zinc? Galvanizing
In science, what ‘G’ is made of charcoal, sulfur, potassium and nitrate? Gunpowder
In science, what ‘G’ is the coating of metal, usually iron, with zinc to prevent corrosion due to moisture? Galvanization
In science, what ‘G’ is the name given to the biological science concerning heredity? Genetics
In science, what ‘G’ is the name given to the process for rendering iron rust proof? Galvanizing
In science, what ‘H’ has the atomic number 72 and the chemical symbol Hf? Hafnium
In science, what ‘H’ is power transmitted by pressurizing fluid? Hydraulic
In science, what ‘H’ is the luminous ring that can be sometimes observed around the sun or the moon? Halo
In science, what ‘H’ is the movement of an organism in response to sunlight? Heliotaxis
In science, what ‘K’ is the abbreviation for the measurement of power, the kilowatt? Kw
In science, what ‘K’ is the theory that explains the properties of bulk gases? Kinetic
In science, what ‘L’ are used to measure extremely large distances? Light Years
In science, what ‘L’ is a type of fertile soil consisting of sand, silt, clay and organic material? Loam
In science, what ‘L’ is measured in liters? Liquid
In science, what ‘L’ is the common name for the gas Nitrous Oxide? Laughing Gas
In science, what ‘L’ is the kind of sugar found in milk? Lactose
In science, what ‘L’ when added to acidic solutions turns red, but in alkaline solutions turns blue? Litmus
In science, what ‘M’ describes a metal that can be beaten into a different shape without fracturing? Malleable
In science, what ‘M’ describes a metal that can be hammered or pressed permanently out of shape without breaking or cracking? Malleable
In science, what ‘M’ is measured in pounds? Mass
In science, what ‘M’ is one millionth of a meter? Micron
In science, what ‘M’ is the largest class of elements? Metals
In science, what ‘M’ is the main constituent of natural gas? Methane
In science, what ‘M’ is the measure of the quantity of matter that a body or an object contains? Mass
In science, what ‘M’ is the name given to a polished surface that reflects images of objects? Mirror
In science, what ‘M’ is the product of the mass of a body and its velocity? Momentum
In science, what ‘N’ is a chemical element found in proteins, but not in carbohydrates or fats? Nitrogen
In science, what ‘N’ is also known as laughing gas? Nitrous Oxide
In science, what ‘N’ is also known as Laughing Gas? Nitrous Oxide
In science, what ‘N’ is the core section of an atom that contains protons and neutrons? Nucleus
In science, what ‘N’ occurs when one substance reacts with another, resulting in a substance that is neither acidic or basic? Neutralization
In science, what ‘O’ is the reaction that occurs when metals corrode when exposed to air and moisture? Oxidation
In science, what ‘O’ is used to measure distance traveled? Odometer
In science, what ‘P’ is a method of destroying living micro-organisms such as bacteria by heating? Pasteurization
In science, what ‘P’ is a positively charged subatomic particle of about the same mass as a neutron? Proton
In science, what ‘P’ is a slender, usually glass, tube for transferring or measuring small quantities of liquids? Pipette
In science, what ‘P’ is given to the slow wobble of the Earth on its axis like that of a spinning top? Precession
In science, what ‘P’ is the area of science that studies the properties of matter and energy? Physics
In science, what ‘P’ is the heat-treatment of a liquid such as milk in order to destroy harmful bacteria? Pasteurization
In science, what ‘P’ is the homogenous solid used to produce or analyze a continuous spectrum? Prism
In science, what ‘P’ is the name given to a quantum of light? Photon
In science, what ‘P’ is used as a control in testing new drugs? Placebo
In science, what ‘P’ is used in movie theaters to show an image from a spool of film on to a screen? Projector
In science, what ‘P’ is used to measure distance walked? Pedometer
In science, what ‘Q’ is crystalline silica, found in many types of rock? Quartz
In science, what ‘R’ is another name for a Vitamin B complex? Riboflavin
In science, what ‘R’ is the name given to the remaining solid after filtration? Residue
In science, what ‘R’ is the opposition to the flow of an electric current? Resistance
In science, what ‘R’ is the term used for the change in direction of a beam of light when it goes from one medium to another of a different density? Refraction
In science, what ‘R’ is the term used for the change in direction of a beam of light when it is ‘bounced’ back from a shiny surface? Reflection
In science, what ‘R’ is the transfer of energy from one place to another by means of electro-magnetic waves? Radiation
In science, what ‘R’ is the word used to describe the deflection of a beam of light? Refraction
In science, what ‘R’ is the word used to describe the path of a beam of light? Ray
In science, what ‘S’ can be measured in miles per hour? Speed
In science, what ‘S’ is a metal alloy used to join metallic surfaces? Solder
In science, what ‘S’ is a raw material used in making glass? Sand
In science, what ‘S’ is a substance that will dissolve another substance? Solvent
In science, what ‘S’ is a type of electricity that is a non-moving electrical charge often produced by friction? Static
In science, what ‘S’ is also known as ‘Oil of Vitriol’? Sulfuric Acid
In science, what ‘S’ is heated with rubber in the process of ‘vulcanization’? Sulfur
In science, what ‘S’ is the chemical element that is the best conductor of both heat and electricity? Silver
In science, what ‘S’ is the ore from which the metal zinc is extracted? Smithsonite
In science, what ‘S’ is the process of converting a solid substance by heat to vapor, without passing through the liquid state? Sublimation
In science, what ‘S’ is the silver white metallic element with the chemical symbol Na? Sodium
In science, what ‘T’ can be measured in degrees fahrenheit? Temperature
In science, what ‘T’ has the chemical symbol ‘W’? Tungsten
In science, what ‘T’ is a machine with a shaft and blades that are turned by the force of wind, water or steam? Turbine
In science, what ‘T’ is a soft mineral, which rates one in Moh’s Scale of Hardness? Talc
In science, what ‘T’ is measured in seconds? Time
In science, what ‘T’ is the name given to the lowest point of a wave? Trough
In science, what ‘T’ is the propulsive force produced by the fluid pressure in a jet or rocket engine? Thrust
In science, what ‘T’ is the softest mineral, rated 1 in Moh’s scale of hardness? Talc
In science, what ‘U’ is a silvery-white, radioactive metal used as a source of nuclear energy? Uranium
In science, what ‘U’ is the totality of all matter and energy that exists in space? Universe
In science, what ‘V’ is the ability of fluids to offer resistance to flow? Viscosity
In science, what ‘V’ is the name given to a space completely empty of matter? Vacuum
In science, what ‘V’ is the name given to the amount of space occupied by a solid or liquid? Volume
In science, what ‘V’ is the rate of change of distance with respect to time? Velocity
In science, what ‘X’ is the heaviest noble or inert gas? Xenon
In science, what alloy has tin as its chief component and is often a dull bluish gray and was formerly used for domestic utensils? Pewter
In science, what are Pascals a unit of measurement of? Pressure
In science, what color does litmus paper turn when placed in acid: blue or red? Red
In science, what color flame does copper produce when burnt: blue or yellow? Blue
In science, what color flame does sodium produce when burnt: blue or yellow? Yellow
In science, what color is the flame when potassium is burned: yellow or purple? Purple
In science, what color is the mineral hematite, the crystals of which have a hexagonal form? Red
In science, what color is the mineral malachite which is used as an ornamental stone? Green
In science, what colorless gas forms most of the Earth’s atmosphere? Nitrogen
In science, what common ailment is often treated with acetylsalicylic acid? Headache
In science, what common name is given to the study of chemicals? Chemistry
In science, what common name is given to the study of metals? Metallurgy
In science, what device is used to measure voltage? Voltmeter
In science, what do the letters ‘FP’ mean when referring to temperature? Freezing Point
In science, what do the letters MP stand for when relating to temperature? Melting Point
In science, what does an ammeter measure? Current
In science, what does an Anemometer measure? Wind Speed
In science, what does the ‘G’ stand for in the fuel LPG? Gas
In science, what does the ‘S’ in the computer language BASIC stand for? Symbolic
In science, what does the ‘V’ in DVD stand for? Versatile
In science, what does the letter ‘A’ stand for in the acronym ‘AC/DC’? Alternating
In science, what does the process of desalinization remove from water? Salt
In science, what element has the chemical symbol He? Helium
In science, what gas is represented by the formula CO2? Carbon Dioxide
In science, what is a ‘Bel’ a measure of? Sound
In science, what is a Candela a measurement of? Luminosity
In science, what is added to a chemical reaction to slow it down? Inhibitor
In science, what is measured by a sphygmomanometer? Blood Pressure
In science, what is measured in Newtons? Force
In science, what is measured in Pascals? Pressure
In science, what is represented by the formula H2O? Water
In science, what is stored in the capacitors of an electrical circuit? Electric Charge
In science, what is the ‘SI’ unit of energy? Joule
In science, what is the approximate temperature of Absolute Zero on the centigrade scale? -273C
In science, what is the approximate value of absolute zero in degrees centigrade? -273C
In science, what is the atomic mass of the element hydrogen? 1
In science, what is the atomic number for gold: 59 or 79? 79
In science, what is the average temperature of the human body in degrees centigrade? 37
In science, what is the chemical symbol for Lead? Pb
In science, what is the chemical symbol for potassium? K
In science, what is the common name for calcium oxide? Lime
In science, what is the common name for iron pyrite? Fool’s Gold
In science, what is the common name for sodium chloride? Salt
In science, what is the common name for the Celsius temperature scale? Centigrade
In science, what is the common name of the process whereby a liquid changes into a solid? Freezing
In science, what is the force that acts between two things rubbing together? Friction
In science, what is the force that attracts metallic objects together? Magnetism
In science, what is the maximum distance of the Earth from the Sun: 9.5, 94.5 or 945 million miles? 94.5 million
In science, what is the minimum number of elements that must be chemically combined to form a compound? 2
In science, what is the most common element in the Earth’s crust? Oxygen
In science, what is the name of the branch of chemistry which deals with carbon and its compounds? Organic
In science, what is the name of the process in which plants transform light energy into chemical energy? Photosynthesis
In science, what is the normal state of most metals at room temperature: solid or liquid? Solid
In science, what is the old name for the chemical element which is now called Sulfur? Brimstone
In science, what is the only common metal that is liquid at room temperature? Mercury
In science, what is the only gemstone which is composed of a single chemical element? Diamond
In science, what is the opposite of a perihelion? Aphelion
In science, what is the opposite of acid? Alkali
In science, what is the opposite of alkalinity? Acidity
In science, what is the opposite of centripetal force? Centrifugal
In science, what is the opposite of deceleration? Acceleration
In science, what is the second lightest chemical element? Helium
In science, what is the second most common element in the Earth’s Crust? Silicon
In science, what is the study and use of materials at very low temperatures? Cryogenics
In science, what is the two-letter name of the scale which measures the concentration of an acid or alkaline? Ph
In science, what is the unit of electric current? Amperes
In science, what is theoretically the lowest possible temperature: relative zero or absolute zero? Absolute Zero
In science, what layer of the atmosphere is being destroyed by the harmful manmade gases that contain Chlorine, Fluorine and Carbon, which used to be found in aerosol sprays? Ozone
In science, what measurement does the symbol ‘Hz’ represent? Hertz
In science, what measurement does the symbol ‘J’ represent? Joules
In science, what metal is extracted from hematite? Iron
In science, what metal is used in the alloys brass and bronze? Copper
In science, what name is given to a knife with a small, sharp blade used by a surgeon? Scalpel
In science, what name is given to a natural satellite that orbits a planet? Moon
In science, what name is given to a star which has collapsed under its own gravitational field? Black Hole
In science, what name is given to an atom that has lost or gained one or more electrons and so has an electric charge? Ion
In science, what name is given to an empty space which does not contain any particles of air or matter? Vacuum
In science, what name is given to any material that allows the passage of electricity and heat: a conductor or a reagent? Conductor
In science, what name is given to any reaction which gives off heat? Exothermic
In science, what name is given to metals that are very unreactive such as gold and silver? Noble Metals
In science, what name is given to the alloy of Copper and Zinc? Bronze
In science, what name is given to the burner used to heat laboratory equipment and chemicals? Bunsen Burner
In science, what name is given to the conversion of a liquid into a vapor at temperatures below its boiling point? Evaporation
In science, what name is given to the naturally occurring crystalline elements or compounds of which rocks are made? Minerals
In science, what name is given to the positively charged particle of an atom? Proton
In science, what name is given to the pressure with which the air naturally presses down on the Earth? Atmospheric
In science, what name is given to the process by which a substance changes from the gaseous state to the liquid state? Condensation
In science, what name is given to the process of purifying a liquid by vaporizing it with heat then condensing it with cold and collecting the result? Distillation
In science, what name is given to the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another? Friction
In science, what name is given to the solid formed by cooling carbon dioxide until it solidifies? Dry Ice
In science, what name is given to the state of matter that can expand indefinitely to fill a container? Gas
In science, what name is given to the study of cancer? Oncology
In science, what name is given to the study of poisons? Toxicology
In science, what name is given to the use of radiation to kill cells or control their growth in the human body? Radiotherapy
In science, what number does the pH scale go up to? 14
In science, what number on the pH scale is neutral? 7
In science, what scale measures wind force? Beaufort
In science, what state does ice become when it warms to just above melting point? Liquid
In science, what state does steam become when it cools down to just below boiling point? Liquid
In science, what state of matter does a liquid become after evaporation? Gas
In science, what unit is used for measuring the temperature inside of a star? Inferno
In science, what unit is used to measure loudness? Decibel
In science, what weight do the initials ‘mg’ represent? Milligrams
In science, what word describes a vast collection of stars, dust and gas held together by gravity? Galaxy
In science, what word does the letter ‘L’ stand for in the acronym ‘LASER’? Light
In science, what would be measured by an anemometer? Wind Speed
In science, when a substance is radioactive, is it termed stable or unstable? Unstable
In science, when all the forces acting on a falling object are balanced it is said to have reached terminal what? Velocity
In science, when did the last ice age end, approx 10,000 years ago or 100,000 years ago ? “10 000 years”
In science, when molecules are cooled do they vibrate faster or slower? Slower
In science, when molecules are heated do they vibrate faster or slower? Faster
In science, when was the earth created: about 4.55 billion years ago or 455 million years ago? 4.55 Billion
In science, where would you find an ‘ocean trench’: on the moon or in the sea? Sea
In science, where would you find the Sea of Tranquility: on the moon or on the sun? Moon
In science, which ‘H’, hydrogen or helium, has the atomic number one? Hydrogen
In science, which ‘S’ was the first American astronaut into space? Shepherd
In science, which 1940s invention replaced glass valves in electronic circuits? Transistor
In science, which acid is found in sour milk? Lactic
In science, which acronym describes a device that produces an intense beam of light of a single color? LASER
In science, which Benjamin invented the bifocal lens? Franklin
In science, which brittle, often transparent substance can be made by heating a mixture of limestone, sand and soda? Glass
In science, which chemical element is more reactive: sodium or mercury? Sodium
In science, which color comes between blue and yellow in the rainbow? Green
In science, which color comes between orange and green in the rainbow? Yellow
In science, which common silver colored metal is liquid at room temperature? Mercury
In science, which company makes iMac computer? Apple
In science, which crystalline alcohol has a minty taste and is used in many remedies for coughs and colds? Menthol
In science, which dark-violet, non-metallic element is represented by the letter ‘I’? Iodine
In science, which decorative stone is formed by fossilized tree resin? Amber
In science, which element has the chemical symbol ‘F’ and is added to the water supply to help safeguard human teeth? Fluorine
In science, which element has the chemical symbol ‘P’ and occurs naturally in bones and teeth? Phosphorus
In science, which element has the chemical symbol ‘P’? Phosphorus
In science, which element is broken down during the Denitrification process? Nitrogen
In science, which element makes up three quarters of the atoms in nitric acid? Hydrogen
In science, which element makes up two thirds of the atoms of a water molecule? Hydrogen
In science, which element of the Periodic Table has the chemical symbol ‘B’? Boron
In science, which element of the Periodic Table has the symbol Ca? Calcium
In science, which element takes its name from the Greek for ‘green’? Chlorine
In science, which element with the chemical symbol ‘Cl’ is used as a disinfectant for water? Chlorine
In science, which elementary subatomic particle carries a powerful force that holds together the components of protons and neutrons, known as ‘Strong Interaction’? Gluon
In science, which expensive metal has the chemical symbol ‘Au’? Gold
In science, which gas has the chemical formula N2? Nitrogen
In science, which gas is the most abundant in the Earth’s atmosphere? Nitrogen
In science, which gas makes up the majority of the air that we breathe? Nitrogen
In science, which heavy, poisonous metal, with the chemical symbol ‘Pb’, is used in batteries and roofing? Lead
In science, which is more abundant in the air: oxygen or carbon dioxide? Oxygen
In science, which is more abundant in the Earth’s crust: oxygen or silicon? Oxygen
In science, which is the only metal in the Periodic Table that is a liquid at room temperature and standard pressure? Mercury
In science, which letters are used to abbreviate the words ‘Alternating Current’? AC
In science, which light volcanic rock has the texture and appearance of hard sponge and is used to remove hard skin? Pumice
In science, which metal is lighter: silver or lithium? Lithium
In science, which metallic element has the symbol Pt? Platinum
In science, which of the following is a metal: Lithium or Argon? Lithium
In science, which of the following is a renewable source of energy: fossil fuels or solar energy? Solar Energy
In science, which of the following is the negative electrode: anode or cathode? Cathode
In science, which of the following properties depends on the force of gravity: weight or mass? Weight
In science, which planet was discovered by William Herschel in 1781? Uranus
In science, which precious form of pure carbon is the hardest naturally occurring substance? Diamond
In science, which process is used to make ammonia commercially? Haber-Bosch
In science, which process used to make wine and beer is a chemical reaction resulting in the production of carbon dioxide and ethanol? Fermentation
In science, which soft, silver-white metal is represented by the letter ‘K’? Potassium
In science, which theory proposes that E=MC2? Relativity
In science, which two letters are used to abbreviate the words ‘Direct Current’? DC
In science, which type of plastic was invented first: Cellophane or PVC? Cellophane
In science, which unit is a measurement of loudness? Decibel
In science, which units are used by chemists to measure quantities of chemical substances: Moles or Rats? Moles
In science, which vitamin would you associate with ascorbic acid? C
In science, which vitamin would you associate with folic acid? B
In science, which was invented first: bicycle or steam ship? Steam Ship
In science, which yellow and brown metal is an alloy consisting principally of copper and tin? Bronze
In science, who was famous for his Laws of Motion and became the first British scientist to be knighted in 1705? Newton
In Scotland, what ‘C’ is a river whose source is found in the Lowther Hills? Clyde
In Scottish folklore, a Kelpie is a water sprite that usually appears in the form of which animal? Horse
In Scrabble, if someone made a word worth fourteen points and it landed on a triple word score, how many points would it score? 42 points
In sculpture, marble is a crystalline form of which type of sedimentary rock? Limestone
In sculpture, what ‘R’ created the male nude statue, ‘The Thinker’? Rodin
In sculpture, what is the most commonly used material for creating pieces of work? Stone
In Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, to whom was Oberon married? Titania
In Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, what is the profession of the character Bottom? Weaver
In Shakespeare’s ‘Julius Caesar’ who was the first to stab Caesar? Casca
In Shakespeare’s ‘Julius Caesar’, to whom was Caesar married? Calpurnia
In Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’, what relation is Cordelia to Lear? Daughter
In Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’, what relation is Regan to King Lear? Daughter
In Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’, what relation is the Duke of Cornwall to Regan? Husband
In Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’, what was the name of the ghost who haunted Macbeth? Banquo
In Shakespeare’s ‘Othello’, what relation is Desdemona to Othello? Wife
In Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’, what ‘L’ is the first name of the friar who performs the lovers’ marriage? Lawrence
In Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’, what is the name of the prince who threatens death to anyone disturbing the peace? Escalus
In Shakespeare’s ‘Taming of the Shrew’, who tames the character Kate: Hortensio or Petruchio? Petruchio
In Shakespeare’s ‘Troilus and Cressida’, who did Paris seduce, causing the Greeks and Trojans to go to war? Helen
In Shakespeare’s Macbeth, which character is with Macbeth when he first encounters the Three Witches? Banquo
In Shakespeare’s play ‘All’s Well That Ends Well’, whom does Bertram unwillingly marry: Helena or Diana? Helena
In Shakespeare’s play ‘Cymbeline’, is Cymbeline the king of France, Britain or Denmark? Britain
In Shakespeare’s play ‘Hamlet’, of which European country is Hamlet Prince? Denmark
In Shakespeare’s play ‘Hamlet’, of which European country is Hamlet prince? Denmark
In Shakespeare’s play ‘Hamlet’, what relation is Laertes to Polonius? Son
In Shakespeare’s play ‘Macbeth’, of which country was Macbeth king? Scotland
In Shakespeare’s play ‘Romeo and Juliet’, what is Juliet’s last name? Capulet
In Shakespeare’s play ‘Romeo and Juliet’, what relation is Juliet to Tybalt? Cousin
In Shakespeare’s play ‘The Tempest’, what was the name of the savage and deformed slave? Caliban
In Shakespeare’s play, what was the name of ‘Othello’s’ wife? Desdemona
In Shakespeare’s plays which character has the most lines? Hamlet
In Shakespeare’s plays, which character has the most lines: Hamlet or Macbeth? Hamlet
In Shakespeares’ ‘Hamlet’, what is Hamlet’s step-father called: Claudius or Mercutio? Claudius
In shopping, what is the name of the department in a store that sells sewing supplies: needles or notions? Notions
In Sikhism is the ‘Amrit Pahul’ a rite-of-passage ceremony for men, women or both? Both
In Silicon Valley slang, what word would be the place in the company where the most communication and decisions occur? Nerve Center
In Singapore, is it illegal to chew gum in public? Yes
In singing, is a countertenor a male or female voice? Male
In singing, is a Soprano a male or female voice? Female
In skiing, is a ‘Mogul’ a type of bump in the snow or is it a vertical drop? Bump
In skiing, what is the name given to a mound of snow on a ski-slope? Mogul
In skiing, what is the name of the type of race where the skier has to pass between a series of gates on his way down the course? Slalom
In skiing, what term is given to Skiing straight downhill, often in a full tuck position? Schussing
In slang, if you are free from drugs or ‘not dirty’ you are said to be what? Clean
In slang, what ‘G’ describes when a skateboarder slides along an edge like a bench or a railing? Grind
In snooker, if you pocketed all the colors in the correct order, how many points would you score? 27
In soccer, for which country did Diego Maradona play at the international level? Argentina
In soccer, for which country did Socrates play at international level? Brazil
In soccer, how often does the World Cup take place? 4 Years
In soccer, what was the nationality of the referee in charge of the 1966 World Cup final between England and West Germany? Swiss
In soccer, which country was the first to win the World Cup on three occasions? Brazil
In song, where did Tony Bennett leave his heart? San Francisco
In song, where were Typically Tropical heading for in 1975? Barbados
In South Africa, is the currency the ‘Rand’ or ‘Ingot’? Rand
In South African currency, 100 cents make up one what? Rand
In South American geography, which country is furthest north: Brazil, Argentina or Chile? Brazil
In South American geography, which country is furthest north: Paraguay, Uruguay or Bolivia? Bolivia
In Southern California, for what does the initial ‘A’ in the abbreviation ‘LAPD’ stand for? Angeles
In space exploration, Ranger 7 sent back the first close-up photos of which celestial object in 1964? Moon
In space exploration, the Soviet spacecraft Luna Two become the first man-made object to crash on what? Moon
In space exploration, what was the name of the space shuttle that exploded shortly after takeoff in 1986? Challenger
In space exploration, which planet was being explored by the Pathfinder Mission? Mars
In space travel, on which planet did Pathfinder explore the surface in 1996? Mars
In space, a meteor which appears to fall rapidly to the earth is also known as a ‘falling ‘ what? Star
In space, Charon is the moon of which planet in the Solar System? Pluto
In space, Europa is a moon of which planet in the Solar System? Jupiter
In space, no one can hear you scream’, is a tagline from which series of films? Alien
In space, to which celestial body does the word ‘lunar’ refer? Moon
In space, what ‘A’ is a galaxy that is the farthest object visible to the naked eye? Andromeda
In space, what ‘T’ is a satellite that was found near to Saturn in 1655? Titan
In space, what is the name of the satellite launch base in Australia? Woomera Range
In space, what was the name of the first artificial satellite? Sputnik
In space, what was the name of the space probe that sent photographs of Jupiter back to Earth in 1995? Galileo
In space, where would you find the Bay of Rainbows and the Sea of Crises? Moon
In space, which is the largest of the four planets nearest the Sun? Earth
In space, which is the smallest of the four planets nearest the Sun? Mercury
In space, which of the planets in our solar system has the longest day? Venus
In space, which of the planets in our Solar System has the shortest year? Mercury
In space, which of the planets in our solar system has the smallest diameter? Pluto
In space, which of the planets in the solar system has the greatest number of moons? Saturn
In space, which was the number of the last Apollo mission? 17
In Spain, during the Festival of San Fermin in Pamplona, what are turned loose in the streets? Bulls
In Spain, during the Valencian Tomatina Festival, people pelt each other with what? Tomatoes
In Spain, is Benidorm on the Costa Blanca or the Costa del Sol? Blanca
In sports, ‘Robin …’ who became Olympic champion figure skater in 1980? Cousins
In sports, a game of polo played on a field of 300 yards by 160 yards is divided into playing periods called what? Chukkas
In sports, a water polo team has how many players? 7
In sports, after a brief retirement and try at baseball, which pro basketball player returned to the basketball court? Michael Jordan
In sports, are ‘Pool’ and ‘Snooker’ the same game? No
In sports, are Rounders and Baseball the same game? No
In sports, at the 1998 World Championships, Lenny Krayzelburg became the first swimmer to sweep the events at a World Championships or Olympics since 1986 in which stroke: backstroke or butterfly? Backstroke
In sports, at what age did Kobe Bryant first play in the NBA? 18
In sports, Babe Ruth nicknamed his bats ‘Beautiful Bella and Black …’ what? Betsy
In sports, baseball player Mark McGuire hit a record number of what in 1998? Home Runs
In sports, basketball player Julius Erving started out in what professional basketball league? ABA
In sports, Bobby, Johnny and Al belong to which famous car racing family? Unser
In sports, by whom is synchronized swimming usually performed: women or men? Women
In sports, by whom is the game of netball usually played: women or men? Women
In sports, captain Franois Pienaar led which country to victory in the 1995 Rugby World Cup final? South Africa
In sports, complete the name of the 1984 Grand National Winner, ‘Hello ‘ what? Dandy
In sports, complete the name of the 1998 Grand National winner, ‘Earth ‘ what? Summit
In sports, do the Italian team Juventus play their home matches in Turin or Rome? Turin
In sports, does Archery or Polo involve periods of play called Chukkas? Polo
In sports, Edison, Coors and Pro Player are stadiums associated with which sport? Baseball
In sports, every how many years is the Ryder Cup competed for? 2
In sports, for what does the ‘B’ stand in the initials NBA? Basketball
In sports, for what does the initial N in ‘NFL’ stand? National
In sports, for which baseball team did Joe DiMaggio, Babe Ruth and Mickey Mantle play? Yankees
In sports, for which football team did Jim Brown play his entire professional career? Browns
In sports, for which MLB team do Mike Piazza and Robin Ventura play? Mets
In sports, for which world champion NBA team did Isiah Thomas play? Pistons
In sports, handball was first played in 1895 in which country? Germany
In sports, has Lennox Lewis ever won a world boxing title? Yes
In sports, how did boxer Rocky Marciano die? Plane crash
In sports, how long does a regulation soccer match last: 60 minutes or 90 minutes? 90 Minutes
In sports, how many events are there in a Pentathlon? 5
In sports, how many events make up the Decathlon? 10
In sports, how many Olympic gold medals has US athlete Carl Lewis won? 9
In sports, how many outfielders play on the field at one time in baseball? 3
In sports, how many players are there on the field per team at the beginning of an NFL football game? 11
In sports, how many rings make up the Olympic symbol? 5
In sports, how many rounds are there is an Olympic boxing match? 3
In sports, how often are the Olympic Summer Games held? 4 years
In sports, Ice Racing, Long Track and Grass Track are all versions of what form of motorbike racing? Speedway
In sports, in what year of the 1960s did Roger Maris break Babe Ruth’s single season home run record? 1961
In sports, in what year was the first Super Bowl played? 1967
In sports, in which borough of New York is the US Open Tennis Championship held each year? Queens
In sports, in which city did the 1992 Olympic Games take place? Barcelona
In sports, in which country did the 1990 football World Cup take place? Italy
In sports, in which country did the game of netball originate? America
In sports, in which country is a tennis tournament annually played at ‘Roland Garros’? France
In sports, in which country was baseball player Roberto Clemente born? Puerto Rico
In sports, in which country was heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson born? America
In sports, in which country was racing driver Michael Schumacher born? Germany
In sports, in which country was tennis player Venus Williams born? America
In sports, in which country was the boxer Evander Holyfield born? United States
In sports, in which country was the golfer Greg Norman born? Australia
In sports, in which country was the tennis player Boris Becker born? Germany
In sports, in which country was the tennis player Ilie Nastase born? Romania
In sports, in which country was the tennis player Martina Hingis born? Switzerland
In sports, in which country was the tennis player Stefan Edberg born? Sweden
In sports, in which country were the 1956 Summer Olympics held? Australia
In sports, in which country were the 1994 Winter Olympics held? Norway
In sports, in which country were the first three Cricket World Cups held? England
In sports, in which decade did Roger Bannister break the 4 minute mile barrier? 1950s
In sports, in which decade was judo made an Olympic event? 1960s
In sports, in which European country is Monza, the famous Grand Prix racing circuit: Italy or Spain? Italy
In sports, in which weight category did Cassius Clay win an Olympic gold medal in 1960? Light Heavy
In sports, in which weight category did Sugar Ray Leonard become World Champion in 1987? Middleweight
In sports, in which year did Babe Ruth first play for the New York Yankees? 1920
In sports, in which year did Bjorn Borg win the last of his five Wimbledon Men’s Singles titles: 1980 or 1985? 1980
In sports, in which year did Charles Barkley finally retire from the Houston Rockets? 2000
In sports, in which year did Jackie Robinson break the color barrier by playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers? 1947
In sports, in which year did the Dodgers Major League baseball team move from Brooklyn to Los Angeles? 1958
In sports, in which year of the 1980s was tennis re-admitted into the Olympic Games? 1988
In sports, in which year of the 1990s did badminton and baseball become Olympic medal sports? 1992
In sports, in which year was the ‘World Series’ first held? 1903
In sports, in which year was the first Grand Prix race held in Paris: 1906 or 1910? 1906
In sports, in which year was the professional football league named? 1922
In sports, in which year was trampolining admitted into the Olympic Games? 2000
In sports, in which year were the first Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships held? 1877
In sports, is a ‘run’ in Cricket a longer or shorter distance than in Baseball? Shorter
In sports, is a regulation size squash court bigger or smaller than a racquetball court? Smaller
In sports, is Mike Piazza best known as a baseball or tennis player? Baseball
In sports, is the decathlon an Olympic event? Yes
In sports, is the Luge an event in the Summer or Winter Olympics? Winter
In sports, is the martial art ‘Kendo’ Chinese, Japanese or Korean in origin? Japanese
In sports, is the Slalom an event in the Summer or Winter Olympics? Winter
In sports, lacrosse is the national game of which country? Canada
In sports, legendary football coach Vince Lombardi died in which year? 1970
In sports, Mario Andretti won the Indy race only once in 20 starts; in what year did he win? 1969
In sports, Muhammad Ali’s 1975 fight against George Foreman in Zaire is commonly referred to by what nickname, ‘The Rumble’ where? In the Jungle
In sports, Muhammad Ali’s victory over which fighter did NOT win him a world heavyweight championship? Joe Frazier
In sports, only one nation has won a total of 80 gold medals twice at Summer Olympic games. Which country? Russia
In sports, Roger Bannister was the first person to run a mile in less than how many minutes? 4
In sports, Said Aouita was the first person to run the 5,000 meters in less than how many minutes? 13
In sports, soccer legend Pele was born in which country? Brazil
In sports, Steve Young was the quarterback of which football team? 49ers
In sports, table tennis is sometimes referred to by which other name? Ping-pong
In sports, the ‘Hop, Skip and Jump’ is more commonly known as which Olympic field event? Triple Jump
In sports, the ‘Wallabies’ rugby team comes from which country? Australia
In sports, the 1984 Winter Olympics were held in which city? Sarajevo
In sports, the 1994 Winter Olympics were held in the city of Lillehammer in which country? Norway
In sports, the 1994 Winter Olympics were held in the town of Lillehammer in which country? Norway
In sports, the 1998 Winter Olympics were held in the city of Nagano in which country? Japan
In sports, the Biathlon is a combination of cross-country skiing and which other sport? Shooting
In sports, the Buccaneers play their home games in what city? Tampa Bay
In sports, the Carolina Panthers play in what city? Charlotte
In sports, the feathers of which bird are used in the making of a shuttlecock? Goose
In sports, the Interlagos Grand Prix circuit is in which country? Brazil
In sports, the Montreal Canadiens have swept the Stanley Cup Hockey playoffs and won in four games how many times? 6
In sports, the NBA logo is a depiction of what former player? Jerry West
In sports, the NHL is the principal professional league in which sport? Ice Hockey
In sports, the outdoor version of Polo has how many players in a team? 4
In sports, the Pistons basketball team come from which American city, famed for motor car manufacture? Detroit
In sports, the pool great born Rudolf Wanderone, Jr. was known as ‘Minnesota’ what? Fats
In sports, the Sullivan Award is given to what kind of athlete? Amateur
In sports, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays are a professional team in which game? Baseball
In sports, the Triathlon is a combination of running, cycling and which other sport? Swimming
In sports, the wood of which tree is traditionally used in the manufacture of baseball bats? Ash
In sports, was badminton named after a country estate in England or Denmark? England
In sports, was the Washington Major League baseball team nicknamed the ‘Senators’ or the ‘Congress’? Senators
In sports, what ‘B’ is given to the name of the dual event of bike riding and running? Biathlon
In sports, what ‘C’ is similar to bowling on ice? Curling
In sports, what ‘J’ is a popular martial art derived from Ju Jitsu? Judo
In sports, what ‘K’ is the traditional Japanese system of unarmed combat, which translates literally as ’empty hand’? Karate
In sports, what ‘P’ is the English name of the projectile used in ‘Ice Hockey’? Puck
In sports, what ‘R’ is an English game similar to the American sport of baseball? Rounders
In sports, what ‘R’ is the term commonly used when referring to new players in their first year? Rookie
In sports, what ‘S’ combines with skiing in the Nordic event the Biathlon? Shooting
In sports, what ‘S’ describes an event in horse racing and athletics which involves competitors jumping over barriers and water trenches? Steeplechase
In sports, what African country won men’s football gold at the Sydney Games? Cameroon
In sports, what are the projectiles used in curling called? Stones
In sports, what Chicago Bear runner was known as ‘Sweetness’? Walter Payton
In sports, what coach of two NBA championship teams played on the New York Knicks? Phil Jackson
In sports, what college football game is played in Pasadena at the beginning of January? Rose Bowl
In sports, what color is the Los Angeles Lakers’ road uniform? Purple
In sports, what completes the name of the baseball team from Houston? Astros
In sports, what Dominican Republic baseball player with the Chicago Cubs has hit over 400 home runs by 2001? Sammy Sosa
In sports, what football team won four consecutive Superbowls in the early 1990s? Bills
In sports, what game is played by the Baltimore Orioles, Houston Astros and St. Louis Cardinals? Baseball
In sports, what game is started by a jump ball in the center circle? Basketball
In sports, what golfer is the only person in history to hold all four ‘Grand Slam’ titles at the same time? Tiger Woods
In sports, what golfing term is used for a score of one over par? Bogey
In sports, what golfing term is used for a score of one under par? Birdie
In sports, what is the common name for table tennis? Ping Pong
In sports, what is the last name of the NBA player who scored the most points in a game? Chamberlain
In sports, what is the literal translation of the French phrase ‘Grand Prix’: ‘Long Race’ or ‘Large Prize’? Large Prize
In sports, what is the name for the rules governing a horse race which is run over fences or jumps, like a steeplechase? National Hunt
In sports, what is the name given to the leather-covered gymnastics apparatus with two wooden handles? Pommel Horse
In sports, what is the name of the boxer renowned for his banter with BBC sports commentator Harry Carpenter? Frank Bruno
In sports, what is the name of the cleared space from which a golf ball is struck at the beginning of play for each hole? Tee
In sports, what is the name of the Grand Prix race circuit in Germany? Hockenheim
In sports, what is the name of the international team tennis competition which was first contested in 1900? Davis Cup
In sports, what is the name of the rules on which all boxing matches are based? Queensberry
In sports, what is the name of the small square area in which vaulters place their ‘pole’ in order to gain leverage? Take Off Box
In sports, what is the name of the Toronto NBA basketball team? Raptors
In sports, what is the nationality of the 1986 Tour de France winner Greg Le Mond? American
In sports, what is the nationality of the 2000 U.S. Open Tennis Champion Marat Safin? Russian
In sports, what is the nationality of the golfer Ian Woosnam? Welsh
In sports, what is the nationality of the hockey great, Wayne Gretzky? Canadian
In sports, what is the nationality of the tennis player Arantxa Sanchez Vicario? Spanish
In sports, what is the nickname of former basketball great Earvin Johnson? Magic
In sports, what is the surname of Colin, the British rally driver born in 1968? McRae
In sports, what is the surname of Lindsay, the American tennis player born in 1976? Davenport
In sports, what is the surname of Venus and Serena, the American tennis playing sisters? Williams
In sports, what is the traditional color of a cricket ball? Red
In sports, what is the traditional color of a cricket jersey? White
In sports, what is the traditional color of the felt on a pool table? Green
In sports, what Joe was known as ‘Broadway Joe’? Namath
In sports, what male tennis player did Billie Jean King beat in the Astrodome? Bobby Riggs
In sports, what name is given to the art of jumping into water, competed for as sport? Diving
In sports, what name is given to the Irish game which resembles hockey? Hurling
In sports, what nationality are tennis players ‘Ivan Lendl’ and ‘Hana Mandlikova’? Czechoslovakian
In sports, what nationality is rally driver Hannu Mikkola? Finnish
In sports, what nationality is the rally driver Tommi Makinen? Finnish
In sports, what nationality is the tennis player Anna Kournikova? Russian
In sports, what nationality is the tennis player Bjorn Borg? Swedish
In sports, what position was played by football Hall of Famer Dick Butkus? Linebacker
In sports, what team lost the 2001 Superbowl to the Baltimore Ravens? Giants
In sports, what type of vehicle would take part in ‘Motocross’? Motorcycle
In sports, what was pro baseball player Lenny Dykstra’s nickname? Nails
In sports, what was the British ski jumper Eddie Edwards’ nickname? Eagle
In sports, what was the first name of the swimmer Spitz who won seven gold medals at the 1972 Olympic Games? Mark
In sports, what was the surname of Mark, the U.S. swimmer who, in 1972, won seven Olympic gold medals? Spitz
In sports, what was the surname of Sonny, the American boxer who was world heavyweight champion between 1962 and 1964? Liston
In sports, what was the year of baseball’s Black Sox scandal? 1919
In sports, what would you be playing if you were using a shuttlecock? Badminton
In sports, what’s another name for a ‘screen’ in basketball? Pick
In sports, where would you find the Monza Autodromo? Italy
In sports, where would you see a pinch hitter: in baseball or ice hockey? Baseball
In sports, which American-born jockey’s first winner in Britain was the horse Marquee Universal? Steve Cauthen
In sports, which announcer ‘tells it like it is’? Howard Cosell
In sports, which athlete won his last Wimbledon’s men’s singles title in 1969? Rod Laver
In sports, which Australian sprinter lit the flame at the start of the Sydney Olympics? Cathy Freeman
In sports, which ball is larger: a basketball or a volleyball? Basketball
In sports, which baseball team became the first team since the inception of the American League to switch to the National League? Milwaukee
In sports, which baseball team in 1927 had a bunch of sluggers who were known as ‘Murderers Row’? Yankees
In sports, which baseball team played its home games at Ebbets Field in 1955? Dodgers
In sports, which British athlete won the women’s singles title at Wimbledon in 1977? Virginia Wade
In sports, which British auto racing driver was Formula One World Champion in 1969, 1971 and 1973? Jackie Stewart
In sports, which British runner achieved a faster time in the 800 meters: Steve Cram or Sebastian Coe? Sebastian Coe
In sports, which city has teams called the Bears, the Cubs, and the Blackhawks? Chicago
In sports, which city is the home of the NFL teams the Jets and the Giants? New York
In sports, which city is the home of the Twins’ ‘Metrodome’? Minneapolis
In sports, which city’s baseball team is known as the ‘Athletics’? Oakland
In sports, which coach of the N.Y. Yankees won 5 pennants in 5 years and was known as ‘The Old Professor’? Casey Stengel
In sports, which college basketball team is nicknamed ‘The Hoyas’? Georgetown
In sports, which country did swimmer Ian Thorpe represent in the Sydney Olympics 2000? Australia
In sports, which country did the ice-skating partnership of Torvill and Dean represent at Olympic level? Great Britain
In sports, which country did the oarsman and sculler Steve Redgrave represent at the Olympics? Britain
In sports, which country won 12 gold medals in the 1998 winter Olympics in Nagano? Germany
In sports, which country’s premier football league is called ‘Serie A’? Italy
In sports, which English boxer lost his world title to Hasim Rahman? Lennox Lewis
In sports, which famous Australian golfer has lost all four Major titles in final round play-offs? Greg Norman
In sports, which female athlete won gold for the 100m sprint in the 2000 Olympics? Marion Jones
In sports, which female basketball player was the first ever selected in the WNBA draft? Swoopes
In sports, which female tennis star finished the year 2000 number one in the world despite not winning any Grand Slams that year? Martina Hingis
In sports, which football team plays its home games at Joe Robbe Stadium? Dolphins
In sports, which football team plays its home games at Soldier Field? Bears
In sports, which football team plays its home games in Denver? Broncos
In sports, which former tennis player was elected to the Romanian National Council in 1995? Nastase
In sports, which game is played on a field called a diamond? Baseball
In sports, which game is played on horseback on a field of 300 yards by 160 yards? Polo
In sports, which German male tennis player, now retired, turned professional in 1984 and won Wimbledon three times? Boris Becker
In sports, which Grand Slam tennis event is held annually at Melbourne Park? Australian Open
In sports, which Grand Slam tennis event is held annually at Roland Garros? French Open
In sports, which horse won the 2001 Kentucky Derby? Monarchos
In sports, which host country is the only one not to win gold at its own Summer Olympics? Canada
In sports, which ice hockey team plays home games at Madison Square Garden? Rangers
In sports, which is larger, a tennis ball or a squash ball? Tennis
In sports, which is larger: a tennis court or a badminton court? Tennis
In sports, which is the only Grand Slam tennis tournament to be played on grass? Wimbledon
In sports, which Ivy League university has the ‘Crimson’ mascot? Harvard
In sports, which major league baseball team plays their home games at Edison field in Anaheim, California: Dodgers or Angels? Angels
In sports, which male athlete won gold for the decathlon in the 1960 Olympics and lit the Olympic flame at the 1984 Los Angeles Games?? Rafer Johnson
In sports, which NBA championship team did Phil Jackson coach after he coached the Bulls? Lakers
In sports, which NFL football team plays its home games at Lambeau Field? Packers
In sports, which NFL pro football team plays its home games in Wisconsin? Packers
In sports, which NFL team plays its home games in Paul Brown Stadium ? Bengals
In sports, which NHL team was known as ‘The Broad Street Bullies’? Flyers
In sports, which of the throwing implements has a weight of 16 pounds? Hammer
In sports, which one of the following is fictitious: polo, water polo or air polo? Air Polo
In sports, which player in 1994 became the first reigning Wimbledon Ladies Champion to lose her title in the first round? Graf
In sports, which slugger retired with 755 home runs to lead the major leagues? Hank Aaron
In sports, which snooker player was known as Dracula? Ray Reardon
In sports, which South American country hosted the first soccer World Cup? Uruguay
In sports, which squash ball is the faster: yellow dot or blue dot? Blue Dot
In sports, which Swedish male tennis player, now retired, won Wimbledon every year from 1976 to 1980? Bjorn Borg
In sports, which team did the New York Rangers beat to break the Rangers’ 54 year drought in Stanley Cup play? Vancouver
In sports, which team is also known by the nickname ‘The Bronx Bombers’? Yankees
In sports, which team won the FIFA Club Championship in 2000? Corinthians
In sports, which tennis player has won more Grand Slam titles: Pete Sampras or John McEnroe? Sampras
In sports, which tennis player was first married to Jimmy Conners? Chris Evert
In sports, which tennis player, born in 1938, was nicknamed ‘The Roehampton Rocket’? Rod Laver
In sports, who coached the Lakers to an NBA championship in the year 2000? Phil Jackson
In sports, who famously ‘tripped up’ Mary Decker at the 1984 Olympics? Zola Budd
In sports, who in 1985 became the youngest ever male player to win the Wimbledon Men’s Singles Championships? Boris Becker
In sports, who is the manager of the 2001 Colorado Rockies? Buddy Bell
In sports, who is the youngest basketball player to play in the NBA? Kobe Bryant
In sports, who lost the first Super Bowl? Chiefs
In sports, who partnered Christopher Dean to an ice-skating gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics? Jayne Torvill
In sports, who plays their home games at Wrigley Field: the Cubs or the White Sox? Cubs
In sports, who scored 48 points in his first NBA final game? Iverson
In sports, who was the first African American man to win Wimbledon? Arthur Ashe
In sports, who was the first black man to win the men’s singles title at Wimbledon? Arthur Ashe
In sports, who was the first golfer to win a grand slam? Bobby Jones
In sports, who was the first woman to swim 100 meters in under one minute? Dawn Fraser
In sports, who was the last tennis player, male or female, to win all four ‘Grand Slam’ titles in the same calendar year? Margaret Court
In sports, who was the manager of the Yankees during their year 2000 World Series championship run? Joe Torre
In sports, who were the losing finalists in the 2000 World Cup? Brazil
In sports, who won the 2000 Wimbledon Women’s Singles Championship? Williams
In sports, who won the Golden Boot in the 1982 World Cup, scoring 6 goals: Michel Platini or Paolo Rossi? Paolo Rossi
In sports, willow wood is traditionally used to make what kind of bats? Cricket
In sports, with which city’s team did O.J. Simpson spend most of his football career as a player? Buffalo
In sports, with which Major League Baseball team did Joe Torre begin his managerial career in 1977? Mets
In square miles, what is the area of a plot of land five miles wide and three miles long? 15
In square miles, what is the area of a plot of land three miles wide and four miles long? 12
In St. Luke’s Gospel, what ‘P’ describes the son who returns repentantly to his father after a long absence? Prodigal
In street slang, your neighborhood would be known as the what? Hood
In sunlight, plants take in carbon dioxide and give out which gas? Oxygen
In Superbowl XXXIV, the St. Louis Rams beat what other NFL team? Titans
In Sweden, is the head of the country a president or a king? King
In Sweden, who is the Head of State: a monarch, president or dictator? Monarch
In swimming, what ‘S’ is the breathing apparatus consisting of a tube which extends from the mouth to above the surface of the water? Snorkel
In swimming, what equipment is worn on the feet to help the wearer to move more swiftly through the water? Flippers
In swimming, what equipment with the same name as a TV dolphin is worn on the feet? Flippers
In swimming, which piece of breathing apparatus got its name from the ventilating tube on a German submarine? Snorkel
In Switzerland the town of Zermatt is dominated by which famous mountain? Matterhorn