115 Cool General Knowledge Questions (Multiple Choice)

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1. What unusual word means “The act of traveling as a stranger or foreigner”?
   • Bombinate
   • Mellisonant
   • Pulchritude
   • Xenization
   The correct answer is “Xenization”.
   Xenization is the act of traveling to a foreign place and becoming accustomed to its customs, language, and culture.
2. In which year was the movie “National Treasure” starring Nicolas Cage released?
   • 2023
   • 2005
   • 2004
   • 2011
   The correct answer is 2004.
   The movie National Treasure, which starred Nicolas Cage, was released in 2004.
3. How do you say 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 in words?
   • A million
   • A trillion
   • A undecillion
   • A quintillion
   The correct answer is a undecillion.
   An undecillion is a number that is equal to 1 followed by 36 zeros, which is the same as 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000.
4. The Monarch Butterfly is a type of what animal?
   • Reptile
   • Amphibian
   • Insect
   • Snake
   The correct answer is Insect. Did you get it right?
   The Monarch Butterfly is a type of Insect, belonging to the order Lepidoptera which includes all species of butterflies and moths.
5. Name a 1989 movie starring Eddie Murphy?
   • Harlem Nights
   • Hannibal
   • Then Came You
   • Red Dragon
   The correct answer is “Harlem Nights”.
   Harlem Nights is a 1989 comedy-drama starring Eddie Murphy as a nightclub owner in 1930s Harlem. It also stars Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx.
6. Can you unjumble “Ktapicr Erttasw” to reveal a famous actor?
   • Armin Mueller-Stahl
   • Forest Whitaker
   • Patrick Stewart
   • Gérard Depardieu
   The correct answer is Patrick Stewart. Did you get it right?
   Yes, Patrick Stewart is a famous actor known for his roles in Star Trek and X-Men.
7. In a standard game of pool which ball is entirely white?
   • The post ball
   • The cue ball
   • The 13 ball
   • The 17 ball
   The correct answer is “The cue ball”.
   The cue ball is the only ball in a standard game of pool that is entirely white.
8. Londonderry is a county in which part of the U.K.?
   • Wales
   • Northern Ireland
   • Scotland
   • England
   The correct answer is Northern Ireland.
   Londonderry is a county located in Northern Ireland, a constituent country of the United Kingdom.
9. In which year was the movie “Inglourious Basterds” starring Brad Pitt released?
   • 2011
   • 2006
   • 2010
   • 2009
   The correct answer is 2009.
   The movie Inglourious Basterds, starring Brad Pitt, was released in theaters in 2009.

10. The Italian term “Mi scusi” transaltes to what in English?
    • Post office
    • To speak
    • Afternoon
    • Excuse me
    The corrrect answer is “Excuse me”.
    Mi scusi is a polite way to ask for someone’s attention or to apologize in Italian. It is the equivalent of Excuse me in English.

11. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1955 for the movie “Marty”?
    • Fred Zinnemann
    • Spike Lee
    • Delbert Mann
    • William Wyler
    The correct answer is Delbert Mann.
    Delbert Mann was an American television and film director who won the Best Director Oscar in 1955 for his work on the movie Marty.
12. Who was the twenty-seventh president of the United States?
    • Woodrow Wilson
    • William H. Taft
    • John F. Kennedy
    • Andrew Johnson
    The correct answer is William H. Taft.
    William H. Taft was the twenty-seventh president of the United States, serving from 1909 to 1913. He was the only person to have held both the office of president and Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
13. Which one of the following dates was a leap year?
    • 2003
    • 2004
    • 2005
    • 2006
    The correct answer is 2004.
    2004 was a leap year because it is divisible by 4, making it a leap year according to the Gregorian calendar.
14. In which country is the Mount Rinjani volcano located?
    • Iceland
    • United Kingdom
    • Indonesia
    • Democratic Republic of The Congo
    The correct answer is Indonesia.
    Mount Rinjani is an active volcano located on the island of Lombok in Indonesia.
15. Name the 2005 movie directed by Frank Miller and starring Mickey Rourke and Clive Owen?
    • Inception
    • Sin City
    • The Father
    • The Sting
    The correct answer is Sin City.
    Sin City is a 2005 neo-noir action film directed by Frank Miller and starring Mickey Rourke and Clive Owen. It is based on Miller’s graphic novel series of the same name.
16. The actor Robert De Niro took a lead role in which classic 1980’s movie?
    • Ghostbusters
    • Scarface
    • Raging Bull
    • National Lampoon’s Vacation
    The correct answer is “Raging Bull”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Raging Bull, a classic 1980’s movie starring Robert De Niro as the lead role. He earned an Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film.
17. In what year was the Jame Bond movie “GoldenEye” released?
    • 1992
    • 1995
    • 1993
    • 2016
    The correct answer is 1995.
    GoldenEye was the 17th James Bond movie released in 1995 and was the first to feature Pierce Brosnan as James Bond.
18. Can you solve the word “_ou___rn” with missing letters?
    • southern
    • teacher
    • molecules
    • outside
    The correct answer is southern.
    The word “southern” is an adjective used to describe something that is located in the direction of the south.
19. What is the 6th year wedding anniversary traditionally represented by?
    • Stainless Steel
    • Leather
    • Iron
    • Suede
    The correct answer is Iron.
    Iron is traditionally used to represent the 6th year wedding anniversary as it is a strong, durable material that symbolizes the strength of a marriage.

20. Porphyrophobia is a fear of?
    • fire
    • the color purple
    • loud noises
    • school
    The correct answer is “the color purple”.
    Porphyrophobia is an irrational fear of the color purple, typically involving intense feelings of anxiety when exposed to it.

21. What unusual word means to run away quickly or flee in a hurry?
    • Skedaddle
    • Blunderbuss
    • Squee
    • Fusty
    The correct answer is “skedaddle”. Did you get it right?
    Skedaddle is an informal word used to describe the act of running away quickly or fleeing in a hurry. It is derived from a Scottish dialect and is a combination of the words “skeed” and “daddle” which mean to go away quickly.
22. Broad Peak is a large mountain located where in the world?
    • Guyana
    • India
    • Pakistan and China
    • Luxembourg
    The correct answer is Pakistan and China.
    Broad Peak is a large mountain located on the border of Pakistan and China.
23. Who directed the 1988 movie “She’s Having a Baby?
    • William Dieterle
    • John Hughes
    • Paul Thomas Anderson
    • David Lean
    The correct answer is John Hughes.
    John Hughes was an American film director, producer and screenwriter who was well known for his teen comedy films of the 1980s such as She’s Having a Baby.
24. The U.S. state of Delaware is abbreviated to which two letters?
    • DE
    • MN
    • KS
    • WA
    The correct abbreviation is “DE”.
    The two letters, DE, stand for the state of Delaware, which is one of the original 13 colonies of the United States.

25. Which wild animal is the symbol of the South African Rugby Union team?
    • Springbok
    • Lion
    • Protea
    • Cheetah
    The correct answer is “Springbok”.
    The Springbok is a national symbol of South Africa, and is used to represent the South African Rugby Union team due to its strong association with the country.
26. The 1960’s classic movie “The Great Escape” starred which leading Hollywood actor?
    • Julie Christie
    • Steve McQueen
    • Frank Sinatra
    • Juliette Lewis
    The correct answer is Steve McQueen.
    Steve McQueen was a Hollywood film star known for his iconic roles in films such as The Great Escape and Bullitt.
27. Name a 1973 movie starring Jack Nicholson?
    • The Rite
    • The Last Detail
    • The Bourne Identity
    • Solitary Man
    The correct answer is “The Last Detail”.
    The Last Detail is a 1973 comedy-drama starring Jack Nicholson as a Navy petty officer assigned to take two sailors on a cross-country journey to a military prison.
28. Grizzlor was a character from which 1980’s toy craze?
    • Zoids
    • Transformers
    • He-Man & The Masters of the Universe
    • ThunderCats
    The coorect answer is He-Man & The Masters of the Universe.
    Grizzlor was a villainous character featured in the 1980s toy line and animated series, He-Man & The Masters of the Universe.
29. The Christopher Nolan movie “The Dark Knight Rises” was released in what year?
    • 2012
    • 2011
    • 2010
    • 2009
    The correct answer is 2012.
    The Dark Knight Rises, directed by Christopher Nolan, was released in 2012, marking the conclusion of Nolan’s Batman trilogy.

30. In which year was the movie “Anger Management” starring Jack Nicholson released?
    • 1993
    • 2003
    • 2004
    • 1989
    The correct answer is 2003.
    The movie “Anger Management” starring Jack Nicholson was released in 2003, making it the year of its theatrical debut.

31. The 1970’s classic movie “The Godfather Part II” starred which Hollywood A-list star?
    • Kristin Scott Thomas
    • Victoria Abril
    • Charles Bronson
    • Robert De Niro
    The correct answer is Robert De Niro.
    Robert De Niro is an Academy Award-winning actor who is widely known for his iconic roles in films such as The Godfather Part II and Taxi Driver.
32. How many ribs are in a human body?
    • 32
    • 24
    • 28
    • 20
    The correct answer is “24”.
    Humans have 24 pairs of ribs, 12 on each side of the body, which are connected to the thoracic vertebrae in the spine.
33. In which year did SpaceX Crew Dragon make the first privately crewed mission to the ISS on May 30?
    • 2019
    • 2014
    • 2023
    • 2020
    The correct answer is 2020.
    SpaceX Crew Dragon made its first privately crewed mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on May 30, 2020, marking a milestone in the history of space exploration.
34. Which one of the following words is a noun?
    • endpoint
    • lawsuit
    • oval
    • admin
    Oval is the noun.
    Oval is a shape that is round or egg-shaped.
35. What unusual word means “Relating to the evening or occurring in the evening, often used to describe nocturnal animals or activities”?
    • Callipygian
    • Limerence
    • Sylph
    • Verspertine
    The correct answer is “Verspertine”.
    Verspertine is an adjective used to describe activities or animals that are active in the evening, as opposed to diurnal activities and animals that are active during the day.
36. Name a 1984 movie starring Nicolas Cage?
    • A Room with a View
    • In the Name of the Father
    • Iron Man
    • Birdy
    The correct answer is “Birdy”.
    Birdy is a 1984 American drama film starring Nicolas Cage as a troubled Vietnam War veteran who befriends a bird.
37. What dos the famous Latin term”Ad hoc” mean?
    • For this purpose
    • By law
    • Mode of operating
    • Seize the day
    The correct answer is “For this purpose”.
    Ad hoc is a Latin phrase meaning “for this purpose,” which is used to describe something that is created to solve a specific problem or to meet a particular need. It is often used in the context of a temporary solution or a one-time event.
38. Who directed the 1968 movie “Salt and Pepper?
    • Rouben Mamoulian
    • Ernst Lubitsch
    • Richard Donner
    • John Hughes
    The correct answer is Richard Donner.
    Richard Donner is an American film director and producer, best known for directing the movie “Salt and Pepper” in 1968. He has also directed other films such as “Superman” and “Lethal Weapon”.
39. _____ Bolt – well known sports star?
    • Ken Griffey Jr.
    • Lance Armstrong
    • Mark Spitz
    • Usain Bolt
    This correct answer is Usain Bolt.
    Usain Bolt is a Jamaican sprinter and the most decorated athlete in Olympic history, having won eight gold medals in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay events.

40. “Indiana Jones” was a character featured in which blockbuster movie?
    • Pirates of the Caribbean
    • Raiders of the Lost Ark
    • Ghostbusters
    • The Bourne Identity
    The correct answer is “Raiders of the Lost Ark”.
    Raiders of the Lost Ark is a classic action-adventure movie released in 1981, starring Harrison Ford as the iconic character Indiana Jones.

41. What unusual word means “A lover of the moon”?
    • Selenophile
    • Xylophile
    • Fugacious
    • Ubiety
    The correct answer is “Selenophile”.
    Selenophile is a term used to describe someone who has an affinity for the moon and its allure.
42. In what year did the US launch Operation Desert Storm to expel Iraq from Kuwait?
    • 1992
    • 1991
    • 1994
    • 2000
    The correct answer is 1991.
    The United States launched Operation Desert Storm in 1991 to expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait, following Iraq’s invasion and occupation of the country.
43. What unusual word means a witty or pointed remark?
    • Zinger
    • Trollop
    • Absquatulate
    • Whiffler
    The correct answer is “zinger”. Did you get it right?
    A zinger is a clever or witty remark that is meant to surprise or provoke the listener. It is often used to make a humorous or thought-provoking point.
44. Which one of the following words is a noun?
    • hell
    • administrator
    • following
    • revitalization
    Following is the noun.
    Following is a word that can refer to the act of coming after someone or something, or to the group of people or things that come after.

45. The English FA Cup winners in 1995 were which football team?
    • Norwich City
    • Crystal Palace
    • Chelsea
    • Everton
    The correct answer is Everton.
    Everton Football Club, based in Liverpool, England, won the 1995 FA Cup, the oldest association football competition in the world.
46. What is the distance of Neptune from the sun?
    • 9 billion km
    • 4.5 billion km
    • 1 billion km
    • 150 million km
    The correct answer is 4.5 billion km.
    Neptune is the farthest planet from the Sun, located an average distance of 4.5 billion km away, making it the most distant planet in our solar system.
47. “digue” is an anagram of which word?
    • tide
    • bide
    • guide
    • side
    The correct answer is “guide”.
    An anagram is a word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase, and in this case, “digue” is an anagram of “guide”, meaning that it can be rearranged to spell the same word.
48. In which country was the wheelbarrow invented?
    • France
    • Germany
    • China
    • USA
    The correct answer is “China”.
    The wheelbarrow was invented in China during the medieval period as a tool to transport goods and materials.
49. The French langauge term “La montagne” transaltes to what in English?
    • Mountain
    • Where
    • Tomorrow
    • Always
    The corrrect answer is “Mountain”.
    La montagne is a French word that means a large land mass that rises significantly above the surrounding terrain, typically with steep sides and a rounded peak.

50. In what year was Tim Burton’s movie “The Addams Family” released?
    • 2011
    • 1959
    • 2019
    • 2022
    The correct answer is 2019.
    The Addams Family, a movie directed by Tim Burton, was released in 2019.

51. What unusual word means “A light, happy, or lilting movement or sound, often used to describe a happy or carefree tone”?
    • Syzygy
    • Lilt
    • Ostensible
    • Nubivagant
    The correct answer is “Lilt”.
    Lilt is a word used to describe a cheerful, airy, and buoyant melody or tone, often used to evoke a feeling of joy or contentment.
52. In which year was the movie “Night at the Museum” starring Robin Williams released?
    • 2007
    • 2020
    • 1992
    • 2006
    The correct answer is 2006.
    The movie “Night at the Museum” starring Robin Williams was released in 2006, marking the start of the popular comedy franchise.
53. Bibliophobia is a fear of?
    • illness
    • small things
    • books
    • dentists
    The correct answer is “books”.
    Bibliophobia is an irrational fear of books, often stemming from a traumatic event involving books or the written word.
54. The type of cheese called “Havarti” comes from which country?
    • France
    • Denmark
    • Ireland
    • Hungary
    The correct answer is Denmark.
    Havarti cheese is a semi-soft cheese that originated in Denmark in the 19th century and is still produced there today.
55. Name a 1992 movie starring Julia Roberts?
    • The Player
    • As Good as It Gets
    • Windtalkers
    • Billy Bathgate
    The correct answer is “The Player”.
    The Player is a 1992 American black comedy crime film directed by Robert Altman and starring Julia Roberts. It follows a Hollywood studio executive who is the target of a mysterious blackmailer.
56. Hebe is a named celestial object of what sort?
    • Galaxy
    • Satellite
    • Moon
    • Asteroid
    The correct answer is Asteroid.
    Hebe is an asteroid in the main belt between Mars and Jupiter. It is one of the largest known asteroids, measuring approximately 216 km in diameter.
57. The 1990’s hit movie “The Nutty Professor” starred which Hollywood A-lister?
    • Eddie Murphy
    • Arnold Schwarzenegger
    • Clint Eastwood
    • Dan Aykroyd
    The correct answer is Eddie Murphy.
    Eddie Murphy is an iconic Hollywood A-lister known for his roles in films such as The Nutty Professor, Beverly Hills Cop, and Trading Places.
58. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1997 for the movie “Titanic”?
    • Quentin Tarantino
    • James Cameron
    • Alejandro González Iñárritu
    • Billy Wilder
    The correct answer is James Cameron.
    James Cameron won the Best Director Oscar in 1997 for his movie Titanic, an epic romantic-disaster film about two star-crossed lovers aboard the ill-fated ship.
59. In what year was Stanley Kubrick’s movie “The Shining” released?
    • 1986
    • 1972
    • 1959
    • 1980
    The correct answer is 1980.
    The Shining, a psychological horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick, was released in 1980 to critical and commercial success.

60. The Venera 7 satellite was launched in what year?
    • 1972
    • 1983
    • 1970
    • 1960
    The correct answer is 1970.
    The Venera 7 satellite was launched in 1970 by the Soviet Union, becoming the first spacecraft to successfully land on the surface of Venus.

61. In what country is the city of Moscow located?
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Bulgaria
    • Russia
    • Moldova
    The correct answer is Russia.
    Moscow is the capital city of the Russian Federation, a large country in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia.
62. Phil Collins was the lead singer of which succesful band?
    • Incubus
    • Aerosmith
    • Genesis
    • Black Sabbath
    The correct answer is Genesis.
    Genesis was a British progressive rock band in the 1970s and 1980s, best known for their hit songs “Invisible Touch” and “Land of Confusion”. Phil Collins was the band’s lead singer and drummer from 1976 to 1996.
63. In which year was the movie “Solaris” starring George Clooney released?
    • 1999
    • 2002
    • 2008
    • 2006
    The correct answer is 2002.
    Solaris, a science fiction drama starring George Clooney, was released in 2002.
64. In which year was the movie “The Aviator” starring Leonardo DiCaprio released?
    • 1989
    • 2004
    • 2003
    • 1995
    The correct answer is 2004.
    The Aviator, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, was released in 2004 and was a biopic about the life of aviation pioneer Howard Hughes.

65. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is located in which U.S. state?
    • Maryland
    • Missouri
    • Michigan
    • Tennessee and North Carolina
    The correct answer is Tennessee and North Carolina. Did you get it right?
    The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is situated on the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, straddling both states.
66. In which year was the movie “I Am Legend” starring Will Smith released?
    • 2008
    • 2009
    • 2007
    • 2004
    The correct answer is 2007.
    I Am Legend, starring Will Smith, was released in 2007, becoming one of the highest grossing films of the year.
67. Which tennis legend from Switzerland won the 2009 French Open Championship in men’s singles?
    • Roger Federer
    • Tommy Haas
    • Stanislas Wawrinka
    • Robin Soderling
    The correct answer is “Roger Federer”.
    Roger Federer is a Swiss tennis player who is widely considered to be one of the greatest players of all time. He won the 2009 French Open Championship in men’s singles, adding to his impressive list of accomplishments.
68. Which is the correct spelling?
    • ridikulasnes
    • ridiculousness
    • ridiculoussness
    • ridiculousnes
    Ridiculousness is the correct spelling.
    Ridiculousness is the correct spelling of the adjective form of the noun “ridiculous,” which means absurd or ludicrous.
69. What is the capital city of Botswana?
    • Gaborone
    • Nairobi
    • Moscow
    • Addis Ababa
    The correct city is Gaborone.
    Gaborone is the capital and largest city of Botswana, located in the southeastern part of the country. It is the administrative, communications and economic centre of the nation.

70. Legendary rockers Bon Jovi released their studio album “Bounce” in what year?
    • 2009
    • 2002
    • 2011
    • 2010
    The correct answer is 2002.
    Bon Jovi released their studio album Bounce in 2002, the same year the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

71. The Stephen Spielberg movie “Ready Player One” was released in what year?
    • 1981
    • 2018
    • 2023
    • 2008
    The correct answer is 2018.
    Ready Player One, a science fiction movie directed by Stephen Spielberg, was released in 2018. It follows the adventures of a young man who searches for an Easter egg in a virtual reality world.
72. “mages” is an anagram of which word?
    • shames
    • names
    • games
    • dames
    The correct answer is “games”.
    An anagram is a rearrangement of the letters of a word or phrase to create a new word or phrase, so “mages” is an anagram of the word “games”.
73. The 1950’s classic movie “Judgment at Nuremberg” starred which leading actor?
    • Rock Hudson
    • Richard Widmark
    • Elizabeth Taylor
    • Simone Signoret
    The correct answer is Richard Widmark.
    Richard Widmark was an American actor best known for his roles in classic films such as ‘Kiss of Death’ and ‘Judgment at Nuremberg’ in the 1950s.
74. Who directed the 2010 movie “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World?
    • Oliver Stone
    • Edgar Wright
    • Stanley Kubrick
    • Paul Verhoeven
    The correct answer is Edgar Wright.
    Edgar Wright is an English filmmaker who directed the 2010 action comedy movie “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World”, based on the graphic novel series of the same name.
75. Which team won the 2003 Formula One car racing championship?
    • BMW
    • Ford
    • Porsche
    • Ferrari
    The correct answer is “Ferrari”.
    Ferrari was the victorious team in the 2003 Formula One car racing championship, taking home the trophy after a successful season of racing.
76. The Gharial is a type of what animal?
    • Mammal
    • Reptile
    • Mollusc
    • Fish
    The correct answer is Reptile. Did you get it right?
    Yes, the Gharial is a type of reptile, which is a class of animals with dry, scaly skin and typically lay eggs.
77. Which one of the following dates was a leap year?
    • 1926
    • 1923
    • 1925
    • 1924
    The correct answer is 1924.
    1924 was a leap year because it was divisible by 4, making it a leap year according to the Gregorian calendar.
78. The classic song “Always” was by which artist?
    • Bob Dylan
    • Bon Jovi
    • Kansas
    • Bob Marley
    The answer is Bon Jovi.
    Bon Jovi is an American rock band formed in 1983, best known for their hit single “Always” which was released in 1994.
79. Which U.S. President came after Donald J. Trump?
    • Joseph R. Biden
    • Zachary Taylor
    • Al Gore
    • John Tyler
    The correct answer is Joseph R. Biden.
    Joseph R. Biden is the 46th President of the United States, succeeding Donald J. Trump after the 2020 election.

80. In what year was Tony Scott’s movie “Enemy of the State” released?
    • 1994
    • 1977
    • 1998
    • 2000
    The correct answer is 1998.
    Enemy of the State, a political thriller directed by Tony Scott, was released in 1998.

81. Who released the 70’s album entitled Exile on Main Street
    • Blonde
    • Lou Reed
    • Paul Simon
    • The Rolling Stones
    The correct answer is “The Rolling Stones”.
    The Rolling Stones, an English rock band, released the album Exile on Main Street in 1972.
82. In which year was the movie “Full Frontal” starring Julia Roberts released?
    • 2002
    • 2010
    • 1994
    • 1999
    The correct answer is 2002.
    Full Frontal, a comedy-drama film starring Julia Roberts, was released in 2002.
83. Can you solve the word “_e_u_n” with missing letters?
    • garden
    • ocean
    • return
    • write
    The correct answer is return.
    The missing letters in the word _e_u_n form the word “rune”, which is a word meaning a written character or symbol that has magical or spiritual significance.
84. The 1980’s classic movie “Spies Like Us” starred which Hollywood A-lister?
    • Chevy Chase
    • Christian Slater
    • Steve Martin
    • Jim Carrey
    The correct answer is Chevy Chase.
    Chevy Chase is an American actor, comedian, and writer who became a household name in the 1980s for his roles in films such as National Lampoon’s Vacation, Caddyshack, and Spies Like Us.

85. Who directed the 1992 movie “1492: Conquest of Paradise?
    • Ernst Lubitsch
    • Tony Scott
    • Ridley Scott
    • William Dieterle
    The correct answer is Ridley Scott.
    Ridley Scott is an acclaimed British film director who directed the 1992 movie 1492: Conquest of Paradise, which tells the story of Christopher Columbus’ journey to the New World.
86. Bartlett is a variety of which produce?
    • Pear
    • Melon
    • Berry
    • Potato
    The correct answer is Pear.
    Bartlett is a variety of pear, which is a type of fruit that is round and has a juicy, sweet flavor.
87. The actor John Travolta took a lead role in which classic 1980’s movie?
    • Beverly Hills Cop
    • Caddyshack
    • Grease
    • Arthur
    The correct answer is “Grease”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Grease; John Travolta starred as Danny Zuko in the classic musical film which was released in 1978.
88. __ Jackson – well known sports star?
    • Lionel Messi
    • Cristiano Ronaldo
    • Bo Jackson
    • Alex Rodriguez
    This correct answer is Bo Jackson.
    He is a well-known former professional American football and baseball player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time.
89. In which year was the movie “War of the Worlds” starring Tom Cruise released?
    • 2005
    • 1991
    • 2021
    • 1997
    The correct answer is 2005.
    The science fiction action thriller movie War of the Worlds starring Tom Cruise was released in 2005.

90. “disprove” is an anagram of which word?
    • decides
    • resides
    • divides
    • provides
    The correct answer is “provides”.
    Disprove is an anagram of the word “provides,” which means to give something to someone or to make something available for use.

91. In which year was the movie “Mars Attacks!” starring Natalie Portman released?
    • 1990
    • 1996
    • 1987
    • 2000
    The correct answer is 1996.
    The movie “Mars Attacks!” starring Natalie Portman was released in 1996 and was a science fiction comedy directed by Tim Burton.
92. In what year was Oliver Stone’s movie “The Doors” released?
    • 1983
    • 1995
    • 1988
    • 1991
    The correct answer is 1991.
    The Doors, a biographical drama film directed by Oliver Stone, was released in 1991.
93. A group of cranes is known as a what?
    • A brood or peep
    • A crash
    • A chattering
    • A sedge
    The correct answer is a sedge.
    A sedge is a group of cranes that typically live in wetlands and grasslands, and are known for their long, thin legs and curved beaks.
94. Can you solve the word “b__l_” with missing letters?
    • build
    • bandsaw
    • bahadur
    • ballets
    The correct answer is build.
    Build is a verb that means to construct or assemble something out of parts.
95. Complete the name of the movie “Catch __ __”?
    • Fiction
    • Me If You Can
    • Darko
    • The Professional
    The correct answer is “Me If You Can” making the movie “Catch Me If You Can”.
    Catch Me If You Can is a movie about a young con artist who is pursued by an FBI agent as he attempts to outwit them.
96. What is the third letter of the alphabet?
    • C
    • B
    • X
    • D
    The correct answer is C.
    The third letter of the alphabet is C, which is the third consecutive letter in the alphabetical order of the English language.
97. Which 1972 musical won eight Oscars ? “divine decadence darling
    • Jesus Christ Superstar
    • Moulin Rouge
    • Cats
    • Cabaret
    The correct answer is “Cabaret”.
    Cabaret is a musical set in 1930s Berlin that won eight Academy Awards in 1972, including Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actor.
98. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 2020 for the movie “Nomadland”?
    • Ridley Scott
    • Steven Soderbergh
    • Chloe Zhao
    • Alfonso Cuarón
    The correct answer is Chloe Zhao.
    Chloe Zhao won the 2020 Best Director Oscar for her film “Nomadland”. She is the first woman of color to ever win the award.
99. Tyrone is a county in which part of the U.K.?
    • England
    • Northern Ireland
    • Wales
    • Scotland
    The correct answer is Northern Ireland.
    Tyrone is a county located in the Northern region of Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom.

100. In what country is the city of Hangzhou located?
     • China
     • Algeria
     • USA
     • Argentina
     The correct answer is China.
     Hangzhou is a major city in eastern China located in the Zhejiang province.

101. What is the first name of this former U.S. president _________ Henry Harrison?
     • Donald
     • Dwight
     • William
     • Rutherford
     The correct answer is William.
     William was the first name of the 9th U.S. President, Henry Harrison, who served from 1841 to 1841.
102. In which film is the bad guy a one handed criminal named Han who deals in drugs and white slavery?
     • Star Wars
     • Enter the Dragon
     • Rocky
     • Rambo
     The correct answer is “Enter the Dragon”.
     In Enter the Dragon, the bad guy is a one handed criminal named Han who deals in drugs and white slavery.
103. How many days does the Moon take to orbit the Earth?
     • 29 days
     • 26 days
     • 27 days
     • 25 days
     The correct answer is “27 days”.
     The Moon takes 27 days to make one complete orbit around the Earth. This is known as a lunar month, which is slightly shorter than an Earth month.
104. A fragrant flower, or the past tense of the verb “Rise” – what am I?
     • Bat
     • Cover
     • Block
     • Rose
     The correct answer is “rose”.
     Rose is the name of a fragrant flower, as well as the past tense of the verb “rise”.

105. Gala is a variety of which produce?
     • Tomato
     • Potato
     • Melon
     • Apple
     The correct answer is Apple.
     Gala is a type of apple that is known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture.
106. What is the SI Unit for pressure?
     • Volt
     • Pascal
     • Joule
     • Radian
     The correct answer is “Pascal”.
     Pascal is the SI unit of pressure, which is the amount of force per unit area applied to an object.
107. What unusual word means “A lover of beauty and all things beautiful”?
     • Irenic
     • Pneuma
     • Psithurism
     • Philocalist
     The correct answer is “Philocalist”.
     A philocalist is someone who has a strong appreciation for beauty and aesthetics, and seeks to enjoy and share these experiences with others.
108. Can you solve the word “u__l_” with missing letters?
     • uncle
     • tingling
     • remain
     • triga
     The correct answer is uncle.
     The missing letters in the word “u__l_” are “nc” which, when combined, spell out the word “uncle”.
109. In the sport of fishing (or angling) the act of using the fishing rod to propel the bait or lure into the water is termed as what?
     • Lure
     • Hook
     • Strike
     • Casting
     The correct answer is “Casting”.
     Casting involves using the fishing rod to swing the bait or lure in an arc-like motion, releasing it into the water in order to attract fish.

110. Ecrof is the reverse spelling of which word?
     • child
     • include
     • uncle
     • force
     The correct answer is force. Did you get it right?
     The correct answer is force. Ecrof is the reverse spelling of the word force which is the ability to compel someone or something to do something.

111. Traffic lights were first used in London in which year?
     • 1869
     • 1864
     • 1874
     • 1888
     The correct answer is “1869”.
     The first traffic lights were installed in London in 1869, making them the first city in the world to use the technology to regulate traffic flow.
112. In which year was the movie “Tropic Thunder” starring Tom Cruise released?
     • 2010
     • 2009
     • 2005
     • 2008
     The correct answer is 2008.
     The movie Tropic Thunder, starring Tom Cruise, was released in 2008.
113. In what year did King George V ascend to the throne?
     • 1900
     • 1920
     • 1910
     • 1896
     The correct answer is 1910.
     King George V ascended to the throne in 1910, following the death of his father, King Edward VII.
114. What is the name of the breed of dog that is known for its ability to herd sheep?
     • German Shepherd
     • Cocker Spaniel
     • Australian Shepherd
     • Border Collie
     The correct answer is Border Collie.
     Border Collies are a working dog breed known for their agility, intelligence, and obedience, making them well-suited to herding livestock such as sheep.
115. Which of the following is an adverb used to indicate that something does not happen or has not happened at any time?
     • Hate
     • Never
     • Maybe
     • Exactly
     The correct answer is “never”.
     Never is an adverb used to indicate that something has not happened or will not happen at any time, emphasizing the absolute lack of occurrence.