125 Random General Knowledge Quiz (Multiple Choice)

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1. Durham is a county in which part of the U.K.?
   • England
   • Scotland
   • Wales
   • Northern Ireland
   The correct answer is England.
   Durham is a county in the North East of England, located in the ceremonial county of County Durham.
2. What is the latin name for Monkey?
   • Papio Anubis
   • Hemerocallis Fulva
   • Rudbeckia Hirta
   • Canis Lupus
   The correct answer is Papio Anubis.
   Papio Anubis is the scientific name for the species of monkey commonly known as the Olive Baboon.
3. In what year was the Disney movie “Up” released?
   • 2001
   • 2009
   • 2005
   • 2023
   The correct answer is 2009.
   The Disney movie Up was released in 2009, becoming one of the most beloved animated films of the decade.
4. In which year was the movie “Cobra” starring Sylvester Stallone released?
   • 1978
   • 1989
   • 1986
   • 1984
   The correct answer is 1986.
   The movie Cobra starring Sylvester Stallone was released in 1986 and became a box office hit.
5. Name a 1998 movie starring Kevin Bacon?
   • Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
   • Thor: The Dark World
   • Mercury Rising
   • Wild Things
   The correct answer is “Wild Things”.
   Wild Things is a 1998 neo-noir crime thriller film starring Kevin Bacon as a corrupt police detective who becomes embroiled in a web of deceit, greed, and murder.
6. Which one of the following words is a noun?
   • ground
   • designer
   • employer
   • luxury
   Designer is the noun.
   Designer is a person or entity that creates or develops plans for something, such as a product, structure, or system.
7. Who directed the 1992 movie “Beethoven?
   • John Hughes
   • David Lean
   • Richard Donner
   • Francis Ford Coppola
   The correct answer is John Hughes.
   John Hughes was an American filmmaker, known for directing the 1992 family comedy movie “Beethoven,” starring Charles Grodin and Bonnie Hunt.
8. Temple is a variety of which produce?
   • Orange
   • Berry
   • Tomato
   • Plum
   The correct answer is Orange.
   Orange is a type of citrus fruit that is widely cultivated and enjoyed around the world for its sweet and juicy flesh.
9. In which year was the first wearable computer invented?
   • 1992
   • 2003
   • 1999
   • 2001
   The correct answer is 1999.
   The first wearable computer was invented in 1999 by Steve Mann, a professor at the University of Toronto. It was the first device to combine a camera, display, and computer in a single, wearable device.

10. The actor Kevin Costner took a lead role in which classic 1980’s movie?
    • Fletch
    • Arthur
    • Field of Dreams
    • Lethal Weapon
    The correct answer is “Field of Dreams”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Field of Dreams. Kevin Costner starred in the 1989 American fantasy-drama film, which follows an Iowa corn farmer who builds a baseball diamond in his fields after hearing a voice telling him “If you build it, he will come.”

11. What is the emblem of Scotland?
    • Thistle
    • Tulip
    • Rose
    • Thorn
    The correct answer is “Thistle”.
    The thistle is a prickly flowering plant that has been used as a national symbol of Scotland since the late 1400s, representing the country’s resilience and strength.
12. In which year was the movie “Focus” starring Will Smith released?
    • 2017
    • 2023
    • 2015
    • 2011
    The correct answer is 2015.
    The movie Focus, starring Will Smith, was released in the year 2015.
13. What is the Scrabble score for the 4-letter word “Read”?
    • 6 points
    • 4 points
    • 9 points
    • 10 points
    The correct answer is 4 points.
    The four-letter word “Read” is worth 4 points in the game of Scrabble.
14. In which year was the movie “Tropic Thunder” starring Ben Stiller released?
    • 2012
    • 2008
    • 2005
    • 2002
    The correct answer is 2008.
    The movie Tropic Thunder starring Ben Stiller was released in 2008, marking the beginning of the comedy actor’s successful film career.
15. The 1990’s hit movie “Dr. Dolittle” starred which Hollywood A-lister?
    • Bruce Willis
    • Nicolas Cage
    • Tom Cruise
    • Eddie Murphy
    The correct answer is Eddie Murphy.
    Eddie Murphy is an iconic American actor known for his comedic roles and box office successes, including the 1990’s hit movie “Dr. Dolittle”.
16. What colour was Buddy Holly’s famous 1958 Fender Stratocaster?
    • Sunburst
    • Silver
    • Red
    • Black
    The correct answer is “Sunburst”.
    Sunburst is a combination of yellow, orange, and brown, giving the instrument a warm, classic look.
17. In which year was the movie “Wayne’s World” starring Rob Lowe released?
    • 1987
    • 1984
    • 1985
    • 1992
    The correct answer is 1992.
    The movie “Wayne’s World” starring Rob Lowe was released in 1992, the same year it debuted at the Sundance Film Festival.
18. Who won the Best Actor Oscar for “As Good as It Gets”?
    • Jack Nicholson
    • Audrey Hepburn
    • Whoopi Goldberg
    • Johnny Depp
    The correct answer is Jack Nicholson.
    Jack Nicholson won the Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the 1997 romantic comedy-drama film “As Good as It Gets”.
19. Which one of the following words is a noun?
    • maternity
    • vibration
    • know-how
    • miserly
    Miserly is the noun.
    Miserly is a word describing a person who is very stingy with their money or possessions.

20. In which year was the movie “The Last Samurai” starring Tom Cruise released?
    • 2007
    • 1995
    • 2003
    • 2013
    The correct answer is 2003.
    The Last Samurai, starring Tom Cruise, was released in 2003 and became an instant classic.

21. Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is located in which U.S. state?
    • Hawaii
    • Kentucky
    • California
    • Alaska
    The correct is answer is Alaska.
    Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is located in the U.S. state of Alaska, known for its abundance of glaciers and rugged wilderness.
22. Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is located in which U.S. state?
    • Utah
    • Derbyshire
    • New York
    • Alaska
    The correct is answer is Alaska.
    Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is located in the U.S. state of Alaska, which is the largest state in the United States and is known for its vast wilderness areas.
23. All You Need is Love: To which of The Beatles was Linda Eastman married?
    • John Lennon
    • George Harrison
    • Paul McCartney
    • Ringo Starr
    The correct answer is “Paul McCartney”.
    Linda Eastman was married to Paul McCartney, the famous singer, songwriter, and composer from the British rock band The Beatles.
24. In which year was the movie “Public Enemies” starring Johnny Depp released?
    • 2022
    • 2016
    • 2009
    • 2010
    The correct answer is 2009.
    Public Enemies, starring Johnny Depp, was released in 2009, marking the beginning of a successful collaboration between Depp and director Michael Mann.

25. El Hierro is an island located where in the world?
    • Spain
    • Indonesia
    • Scotland
    • Austria
    The correct answer is Spain.
    El Hierro is an island located off the coast of northwestern Africa in the Atlantic Ocean, belonging to the nation of Spain.
26. Technophobia is a fear of?
    • technology
    • language
    • loud noises
    • dance music
    The correct answer is “technology”.
    Technophobia is an irrational fear of or aversion to the use of technology, such as computers, mobile phones, and other electronic devices.
27. The Paul Thomas Anderson movie “There Will Be Blood” was released in which year?
    • 2007
    • 2006
    • 2011
    • 2001
    The correct answer is 2007.
    The movie “There Will Be Blood” directed by Paul Thomas Anderson was released in 2007 and was a critically acclaimed drama.
28. In which year was the movie “Basic Instinct” starring Michael Douglas starring Michael Douglas released?
    • 1988
    • 1994
    • 1992
    • 1990
    The correct answer is 1992.
    The crime-thriller “Basic Instinct” was released in 1992, starring Michael Douglas in the lead role.
29. The mighty St. Lawrence River flows through which country?
    • West Africa
    • Qatar
    • Gabon
    • Canada
    The correct answer is Canada.
    The St. Lawrence River is a major waterway that originates in the Great Lakes and flows through the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.

30. The English FA Cup winners in 2016 were which football team?
    • Plymouth Argyle
    • Manchester United
    • Queens Park Rangers
    • Arsenal
    The correct answer is Manchester United.
    Manchester United is an English professional football club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, that won the 2016 FA Cup, the oldest football competition in the world.

31. What is the first name of this former U.S. president _________ H. W. Bush?
    • George
    • Grover
    • William
    • Abraham
    The correct answer is George.
    George was the first name of the 41st President of the United States, George Herbert Walker Bush.
32. Who directed the 1995 movie “Crimson Tide?
    • Howard Hawks
    • Tony Scott
    • Alfred Hitchcock
    • Fred Zinnemann
    The correct answer is Tony Scott.
    Tony Scott was an English film director and producer best known for his action films, such as Crimson Tide, which he directed in 1995.
33. What is the Scrabble score for the 3-letter word “Win”?
    • 1 points
    • 4 points
    • 8 points
    • 3 points
    The correct answer is 4 points.
    Win is worth 4 points in Scrabble because it is a three-letter word that contains one point letter (i.e. the letter ‘i’) and two two-point letters (i.e. the letters ‘w’ and ‘n’).
34. In which year was the movie “Closer” starring Julia Roberts released?
    • 1996
    • 2004
    • 1998
    • 1993
    The correct answer is 2004.
    Closer, starring Julia Roberts, was released in 2004 and was a romantic drama directed by Mike Nichols.
35. Large Magellanic Cloud is a named celestial object of what sort?
    • Moon
    • Supernova
    • Galaxy
    • Comet
    The correct answer is Galaxy.
    The Large Magellanic Cloud is a type of celestial object known as a galaxy, which is a collection of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.
36. What is the real or full name of superstar Will Smith?
    • John Christopher Depp II
    • Cillian Murphy
    • Angelina Jolie Voight
    • Willard Carroll Smith Jr.
    The correct answer is Willard Carroll Smith Jr..
    Willard Carroll Smith Jr. is the full name of the actor, rapper and producer Will Smith, who has achieved worldwide fame and success in many areas of entertainment.
37. The actor Richard Gere took a lead role in which classic 1980’s movie?
    • Rambo: First Blood Part II
    • Three Amigos
    • Pretty Woman
    • The Shining
    The correct answer is “Pretty Woman”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Pretty Woman, a classic 1980s movie starring Richard Gere in the lead role. Gere plays a wealthy businessman who falls in love with a young woman from a less privileged background.
38. In which year was the movie “The Way We Were” starring Robert Redford released?
    • 1994
    • 1973
    • 1967
    • 1965
    The correct answer is 1973.
    The movie The Way We Were, starring Robert Redford, was released in 1973. It was a romantic drama film that went on to become a classic.
39. Comedian Jerry Seinfeld was born in which year?
    • 1964
    • 1925
    • 1908
    • 1954
    The correct answer is 1954.
    Jerry Seinfeld is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer who was born in 1954 in Brooklyn, New York.

40. The 2010’s hit movie “Wonder Woman” featured which Hollywood star in a leading role?
    • Johnny Depp
    • Gal Gadot
    • Ryan Reynolds
    • Christian Bale
    The correct answer is Gal Gadot.
    Gal Gadot is an Israeli actress who was chosen to portray the iconic DC Comics superhero Wonder Woman in the 2017 movie of the same name.

41. In what year did the musical “A Chorus Line” open on Broadway?
    • 1978
    • 1971
    • 1975
    • 1979
    The correct answer is 1975.
    A Chorus Line, a musical about the lives of Broadway dancers, opened on Broadway in 1975 and went on to become one of the longest running musicals in Broadway history.
42. The 2010’s hit movie “Captain America” featured which Hollywood star in a leading role?
    • Anne Hathaway
    • Chris Evans
    • Scarlett Johansson
    • Angelina Jolie
    The correct answer is Chris Evans.
    Chris Evans is an American actor best known for his roles in Marvel superhero films, including his portrayal of Steve Rogers/Captain America in the 2010 movie Captain America.
43. Which author wrote the classic children’s book “The Chronicles of Narnia”?
    • Dr. Seuss
    • Shel Silverstein
    • C.S. Lewis
    • Stephen King
    The correct author was C.S. Lewis.
    C.S. Lewis was an English writer, best known for his classic seven-book fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia.
44. What is the latin name for Armadillo?
    • Myosotis Sylvatica
    • Dasypus Novemcinctus
    • Asterias Rubens
    • Penaeus Monodon
    The correct answer is Dasypus Novemcinctus.
    Dasypus Novemcinctus is the scientific name for the Armadillo, derived from the Greek words for “hairy” and “nine bands” which refer to the Armadillo’s distinctive armored shell.

45. The actor Rod Taylor took a lead role in which classic 1960’s movie?
    • Breathless
    • Goldfinger
    • Casino Royale
    • The Time Machine
    The correct answer is “The Time Machine”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is The Time Machine. Rod Taylor starred as George in the classic 1960’s movie, which was based on the novel of the same name by H.G. Wells.
46. In which year was the movie “The Surrogates” starring Bruce Willis released?
    • 1999
    • 2023
    • 2019
    • 2009
    The correct answer is 2009.
    The Surrogates, starring Bruce Willis, was released in 2009. It is a science fiction action thriller film based on the comic book series of the same name.
47. In what year did George Harrison release his hit album “All Things Must Pass”?
    • 1970
    • 1974
    • 1972
    • 1979
    The correct answer is 1970.
    George Harrison released his hit album All Things Must Pass in 1970, which is widely considered to be one of the most influential solo albums of the 20th century.
48. In which year was the movie “The Prince of Egypt” starring Jeff Goldblum released?
    • 1994
    • 2005
    • 1998
    • 1991
    The correct answer is 1998.
    The Prince of Egypt, a DreamWorks animated film starring Jeff Goldblum, was released in 1998.
49. Which is the correct spelling?
    • manufacturors
    • manafakturers
    • manufactures
    • manufacturers
    Manufacturers is the correct spelling.
    Manufacturers is the correct spelling because it is the accepted form of the plural noun in English.

50. What is the underside of horse’s hoof called?
    • a snake
    • a lizard
    • a frog
    • a snail
    The correct answer is “a frog”.
    The underside of a horse’s hoof is made up of a triangular-shaped pad of soft, spongy tissue called the frog which helps to absorb shock and protect the bones and ligaments of the foot.

51. The Italian term “Prego” transaltes to what in English?
    • Good day
    • Yes
    • You’re welcome
    • Hello
    The corrrect answer is “You’re welcome”.
    Prego is an Italian expression used in response to someone’s thank you, and it is equivalent to the English expression “You’re welcome”.
52. Grand Canyon National Park is located in which U.S. state?
    • Illinois
    • Hawaii
    • Arizona
    • Alaska
    The correct answer is Arizona. Did you get it right?
    Grand Canyon National Park is situated in the state of Arizona, which is located in the southwestern region of the United States.
53. The 1990’s hit movie “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” starred which Hollywood A-lister?
    • Jim Carrey
    • Bruce Willis
    • Jodie Foster
    • Christian Slater
    The correct answer is Jim Carrey.
    Jim Carrey is an A-list actor who starred in the 1990’s hit movie Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, playing the titular character of Ace Ventura, a wacky private investigator.
54. In which prehistoric era did the Iguanodon roam the Earth?
    • Early Cretaceous
    • Late Triassic
    • Proterozoic
    • Phanerozoic
    The correct era is Early Cretaceous.
    The Early Cretaceous period was around 145 million years ago, and it was during this time that the Iguanodon, a large herbivorous dinosaur, roamed the Earth.
55. The actor Matt Damon took a lead role in which blockbuster 2000’s movie?
    • Minority Report
    • Rush Hour 2
    • Moulin Rouge!
    • The Bourne Identity
    The correct answer is “The Bourne Identity”. Did you get it right?
    The Bourne Identity is a 2000 action-thriller starring Matt Damon in the lead role as Jason Bourne, an amnesiac who discovers he is a trained assassin and embarks on a mission to unravel his past.
56. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1964 for the movie “My Fair Lady”?
    • George Cukor
    • Oliver Stone
    • Vincente Minnelli
    • George Stevens
    The correct answer is George Cukor.
    George Cukor was an American film director who won the Best Director Oscar in 1964 for his work on the musical film adaptation of My Fair Lady.
57. What is the first name of this former U.S. president _________ Quincy Adams?
    • George
    • John
    • Andrew
    • Martin
    The correct answer is John.
    John Quincy Adams was the sixth president of the United States, serving from 1825 to 1829. He was the son of John Adams, the second president of the United States.
58. The actor Emma Watson took a lead role in which blockbuster 2010’s movie?
    • Captain Phillips
    • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
    • The Dark Knight Rises
    • Hawkeye
    The correct answer is “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, which is the seventh and final installment of the Harry Potter film series, in which Emma Watson plays the lead role of Hermione Granger.
59. The type of cheese called “Monterey Jack” comes from which country?
    • Mexico
    • Guatemala
    • Moldova
    • United States
    The correct answer is United States.
    Monterey Jack is an American cheese that was originally created in the late 19th century in Monterey, California.

60. The famous quote “There’s nothing good or bad but thinking makes it so” is from which one of William Shakespeare’s works?
    • Macbeth
    • King John
    • A Song at Twilight
    • Hamlet
    The correct answer is “Hamlet”.
    The quote is from William Shakespeare’s play, “Hamlet”, which is a tragedy about a young prince’s struggle with morality, mortality, and justice.

61. The Martin Scorsese movie “The Departed” was released in what year?
    • 2006
    • 2000
    • 1999
    • 1953
    The correct answer is 2006.
    The Departed, a crime drama directed by Martin Scorsese, was released in 2006, to critical acclaim and commercial success.
62. Who directed the 1999 movie “Magnolia?
    • Paul Thomas Anderson
    • Edgar Wright
    • Oliver Stone
    • Richard Donner
    The correct answer is Paul Thomas Anderson.
    Paul Thomas Anderson is an American filmmaker who directed the 1999 movie Magnolia, a drama film that follows the interconnected lives of several characters in the San Fernando Valley.
63. In what year did the Falklands War between UK and Argentina occur?
    • 1973
    • 1996
    • 1982
    • 1971
    The correct answer is 1982.
    The Falklands War was a brief but intense conflict between the United Kingdom and Argentina that took place in 1982 over the disputed Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic.
64. In which year was the movie “Ransom” directed by Ron Howard released?
    • 1998
    • 1996
    • 2006
    • 1999
    The correct answer is 1996.
    The movie “Ransom,” directed by Ron Howard, was released in the year 1996.

65. Italian prog rock band Delirium had a hit in 1971 with this song
    • Agata
    • Jesahel
    • Eloisa
    • Francesca
    The correct answer is Jesahel. How did you score?
    Delirium’s 1971 hit song, Jesahel, was an instant classic and a major success for the Italian prog rock band. It was a beloved song that resonated with audiences and has become a classic over the years.
66. Who painted the masterpiece “The Night Watch”?
    • Edward Munch
    • Gustav Klimt
    • Dante Alighieri
    • Rembrandt
    The correct answer is Rembrandt.
    Rembrandt was a Dutch Baroque artist renowned for his masterful use of light and shadow in his works, including his iconic painting The Night Watch.
67. Which Victorian era word means “short trousers or knee-length pants”?
    • Breeches
    • Insouciant
    • Indefatigable
    • Egregious
    The correct answer is “breeches”.
    Breeches are a type of trousers that end at or just below the knee, popular during the Victorian era.
68. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1968 for the movie “Oliver!”?
    • Carol Reed
    • Franklin Schaffner
    • Sydney Pollack
    • George Cukor
    The correct answer is Carol Reed.
    Carol Reed was an English film director who won the 1968 Best Director Oscar for his musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ novel, “Oliver!”.
69. A group of kangaroos is known as a what?
    • A shoal
    • A troop or mob
    • A flock or flights
    • A bed
    The correct answer is a troop or mob.
    A troop or mob is a collective noun used to refer to a group of kangaroos. It is derived from the Australian slang term for a large group of kangaroos.

70. In what year was Richard Donner’s movie “Lethal Weapon 2” released?
    • 1989
    • 1985
    • 1993
    • 1988
    The correct answer is 1989.
    Lethal Weapon 2 was released in 1989, the second installment of the popular action-comedy franchise starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover.

71. Which Ford had a son named Edsel?
    • Henry
    • Glenn
    • Harrison
    • Gerald
    The correct answer is “Henry”.
    Henry Ford was the founder of the Ford Motor Company and the father of Edsel Ford, who was named after Henry’s father, Edsel Bryant Ford.
72. A train travelled 85 km to the first station and 60 km to the last station. What is the total distance travelled?
    • 148 km
    • 145 km
    • 95 km
    • 185 km
    The correct answer is 145 km.
    The total distance travelled is the sum of the distances travelled to each station, which in this case is 85 km plus 60 km, equalling 145 km.
73. Which of the following countries is NOT in Europe?
    • Liechtenstein
    • Belarus
    • Iceland
    • Malaysia
    The correct answer is Malaysia.
    Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country located in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, bordered by Thailand, Indonesia, and Brunei.
74. What is the Scrabble score for the 4-letter word “Book”?
    • 3 points
    • 5 points
    • 8 points
    • 9 points
    The correct answer is 5 points.
    Book is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
75. The chemical symbol of the element Gadolinium is?
    • Sc
    • Cd
    • Gd
    • Mg
    The correct answer is “Gd”.
    Gadolinium is a chemical element represented by the symbol Gd on the periodic table.
76. The actor Debbie Reynolds took a lead role in which classic 1950’s movie?
    • Elmer Gantry
    • Singin’ in the Rain
    • In the Heat of the Night
    • The Seven Year Itch
    The correct answer is “Singin’ in the Rain”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Singin’ in the Rain. Debbie Reynolds starred as Kathy Selden in the 1952 classic musical film, which is widely considered one of the greatest films of all time.
77. In which year was the movie “The Town” starring Ben Affleck released?
    • 2007
    • 2013
    • 2012
    • 2010
    The correct answer is 2010.
    The Town, starring Ben Affleck, was released in 2010 and was a crime drama set in Boston.
78. Which one of the following words is a noun?
    • preeminent
    • deposition
    • catch
    • riding
    Preeminent is the noun.
    Preeminent is a word used to describe someone or something that is of the highest rank or importance.
79. Which pioneer explored the western part of North America for the United States?
    • Vasco da Gama
    • Benjamin Franklin
    • Roald Amundsen
    • Lewis and Clark
    The correct answer is Lewis and Clark.
    Lewis and Clark were two explorers commissioned by the United States government to explore the western part of North America in the early 1800s. Their mission, known as the Corps of Discovery, helped to map the land, document plants and wildlife, and establish trading relationships with Native American tribes.

80. The English FA Cup winners in 1982 were which football team?
    • Manchester United
    • Portsmouth
    • Newcastle United
    • Tottenham Hotspur
    The correct answer is Tottenham Hotspur.
    Tottenham Hotspur, an English football team, won the 1982 FA Cup, the oldest football competition in the world, after beating Queens Park Rangers in the final.

81. Which one of the following is planet (or dwarf planet) rather than a moon?
    • Ariel
    • Oberon
    • Tethys
    • Kepler-186f
    The correct answer is Kepler-186f.
    Kepler-186f is a planet, located in the Kepler-186 system, orbiting its parent star at a distance of 0.35 AU.
82. Where are the Nazca lines?
    • Peru
    • Spain
    • Germany
    • Sweeden
    The correct answer is “Peru”.
    The Nazca Lines are a series of ancient geoglyphs located in the Nazca Desert in southern Peru.
83. Who directed the 1995 movie “In the Mouth of Madness?
    • John Carpenter
    • Ernst Lubitsch
    • Richard Donner
    • Tim Burton
    The correct answer is John Carpenter.
    John Carpenter is an American filmmaker who directed the 1995 horror film In the Mouth of Madness, starring Sam Neill.
84. The chemical symbol of the element Europium is?
    • Nh
    • Ts
    • Eu
    • Eur
    The correct answer is “Eu”.
    Europium is a chemical element with the symbol Eu, which is derived from the Latin name for the continent of Europe.

85. In which year was the movie “The Pink Panther” starring Steve Martin released?
    • 2006
    • 2005
    • 1992
    • 1997
    The correct answer is 2006.
    The Pink Panther starring Steve Martin was released in 2006, marking the first time the popular character had been seen on the big screen since the original series debuted in the mid-1960s.
86. Which of the following countries is NOT in Europe?
    • Kosovo
    • Liechtenstein
    • Burkina Faso
    • Georgia
    The correct answer is Burkina Faso.
    Burkina Faso is a landlocked country located in West Africa, and therefore is not a part of the European continent.
87. I Gotta Feeling is a hit song from by Black Eyed Peas from which album?
    • Physical
    • The E.N.D
    • Love in the Future
    • ÷ (Divide)
    The correct answer is “The E.N.D”.
    The E.N.D is the fifth studio album by the Black Eyed Peas, released in 2009, and features the hit song “I Gotta Feeling”.
88. In what year was the Pixar movie “Cars 3” released?
    • 2017
    • 2013
    • 2015
    • 2014
    The correct answer is 2017.
    The third installment of the Pixar movie Cars was released in 2017, continuing the story of Lightning McQueen and his friends.
89. The Red Cross was initiated in what year?
    • 1862
    • 1863
    • 1852
    • 1870
    The correct answer is “1862”.
    The Red Cross was founded in 1862 by Swiss businessman and philanthropist, Jean-Henri Dunant, in response to the suffering of wounded soldiers in the Battle of Solferino.

90. What is the capital of Brazil?
    • São Paulo
    • Recife
    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Brasília
    The correct answer is Brasília.
    The capital of Brazil is Brasília, which was specifically designed and built to be the country’s capital in the late 1950s, replacing Rio de Janeiro as the political and administrative center. This planned city was inaugurated on April 21, 1960, and is known for its modernist architecture and unique urban layout.

91. Who directed the 1983 movie “Rumble Fish?
    • Ridley Scott
    • John McTiernan
    • Francis Ford Coppola
    • John Huston
    The correct answer is Francis Ford Coppola.
    Francis Ford Coppola is an Academy Award-winning director, best known for directing films such as The Godfather trilogy and Apocalypse Now. He directed the 1983 movie Rumble Fish.
92. Which breed of dog played Lassie in the famous movie?
    • A Sheep Dog
    • Red Setter
    • A German Shepherd
    • Collie
    The correct answer is “Collie”.
    Collies are a medium-sized breed of dog, known for their intelligence and loyalty, making them the perfect choice for the role of Lassie.
93. What is the capital city of Sierra Leone?
    • London
    • Saint George’s
    • Freetown
    • Manila
    The correct city is Freetown.
    Freetown is the largest city in Sierra Leone and serves as the country’s capital, housing the government and many of its important institutions.
94. Who painted the masterpiece “I Saw the Figure 5 in Gold”?
    • Frans Hals
    • Joseph Conrad
    • Michelangelo
    • Charles Demuth
    The correct answer is Charles Demuth.
    Charles Demuth was an American modernist painter who created the painting “I Saw the Figure 5 in Gold” in 1928.
95. In which year was the movie “You Can Count On Me” starring Matthew Broderick released?
    • 1998
    • 2000
    • 1993
    • 1996
    The correct answer is 2000.
    The movie You Can Count On Me, starring Matthew Broderick, was released in the year 2000.
96. Name a 2003 movie starring Mel Gibson?
    • The Boy in Blue
    • The China Syndrome
    • Mrs. Soffel
    • The Singing Detective
    The correct answer is “The Singing Detective”.
    The Singing Detective is a 2003 film starring Mel Gibson as a novelist suffering from a debilitating skin disease who retreats into a fantasy world of his own creation.
97. Pan-STARRS is a named celestial object of what sort?
    • Asteroid
    • Comet
    • Constellation
    • Galaxy
    The correct answer is Comet.
    Pan-STARRS is an icy, rocky object that orbits the Sun, typically on a long, elliptical path. It is composed of dust and frozen gases, and is visible in the night sky as it approaches the Sun.
98. The actor Burt Lancaster took a lead role in which classic 1960’s movie?
    • Breakfast at Tiffany’s
    • Breathless
    • The Time Machine
    • The Leopard
    The correct answer is “The Leopard”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is The Leopard, a classic 1960s movie starring Burt Lancaster in the lead role.
99. In which year was the movie “Gravity” starring Sandra Bullock released?
    • 2009
    • 2013
    • 2021
    • 2004
    The correct answer is 2013.
    The movie Gravity, starring Sandra Bullock, was released in 2013, the same year it won seven Academy Awards.

100. Which Victorian era word means “a long, passionate, and aggressive speech”?
     • Harangue
     • Jocular
     • Demure
     • Brouhaha
     The correct answer is “harangue”.
     A harangue is a lengthy and forceful speech that is often used to express strong emotions or opinions. It is often used as a form of persuasion or criticism.

101. Who won seven gold medals in swimming in 1972 Munich Olympics?
     • Anita Sood
     • Shane Gould
     • Janet Evans
     • Mark Spitz
     The correct answer is “Mark Spitz”.
     Mark Spitz was an American swimmer who won seven gold medals in the 1972 Munich Olympics, setting a world record for most gold medals won in a single Olympic games.
102. The actor Humphrey Bogart took a lead role in which classic 1950’s movie?
     • The African Queen
     • Sweet Smell of Success
     • To Kill a Mockingbird
     • Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
     The correct answer is “The African Queen”. Did you get it right?
     The correct answer is The African Queen. Humphrey Bogart played the lead role of riverboat captain Charlie Allnut in the classic 1950’s movie.
103. A train travelled 90 km to the first station and 65 km to the last station. What is the total distance travelled?
     • 65 km
     • 235 km
     • 155 km
     • 288 km
     The correct answer is 155 km.
     The total distance travelled by the train is the sum of the distances travelled to the first station (90 km) and to the last station (65 km), which is 155 km.
104. The city of Lincoln is in which English county?
     • Norfolk
     • England
     • Lancashire
     • Lincolnshire
     The correct answer is Lincolnshire.
     Lincolnshire is a county in the East Midlands region of England, located north of Nottinghamshire and south of Yorkshire.

105. In what year did “The Searchers” have a hit record with Sweets for my Sweet?
     • 1963
     • 1956
     • 1983
     • 1955
     The correct answer is “1963”.
     The Searchers released their hit single “Sweets for my Sweet” in 1963, which became a chart-topping success in the UK and US.
106. From Which Lake Does The White Nile Begin It’s Course
     • Lake Elizabeth
     • Lake Victoria
     • Lake Bell
     • Lake Placid
     The correct answer is “Lake Victoria”.
     Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa and is located in the northern part of the continent. It is the source of the White Nile, the longest river in the world.
107. Which one of the following words is the odd man out?
     • depth
     • preferential
     • luncheonette
     • encounter
     Preferential – all the rest are nouns.
     Preferential is an adjective, describing something that shows a preference or bias.
108. In which year was the movie “Michael Collins” starring Liam Neeson released?
     • 1995
     • 1996
     • 2005
     • 1998
     The correct answer is 1996.
     The movie Michael Collins, starring Liam Neeson, was released in 1996, marking the beginning of Neeson’s rise to fame as an actor.
109. In which country is the Galeras volcano located?
     • Italy
     • Colombia
     • Greece
     • Costa Rica
     The correct answer is Colombia.
     Galeras volcano is located in the South American country of Colombia, which is bordered by Panama, Venezuela, Brazil, Ecuador, and Peru.

110. The 1960’s classic movie “Hercules” starred which leading Hollywood actor?
     • George C. Scott
     • Steve Reeves
     • Steve Zahn
     • Julianne Moore
     The correct answer is Steve Reeves.
     Steve Reeves was an American actor and bodybuilder who was well-known for his leading role in the 1960’s classic movie Hercules.

111. What is the Scrabble score for the 3-letter word “Ten”?
     • 11 points
     • 7 points
     • 13 points
     • 2 points
     The correct answer is 2 points.
     Ten is a common 3-letter word and is worth 2 points in Scrabble.
112. The city of Tehran is located in which continent?
     • South America
     • Asia
     • North America
     • Europe
     The correct answer is Asia. Did you get it right?
     Yes, Tehran is the capital of Iran and is located in the continent of Asia. It is one of the most populous cities in the Middle East.
113. Which of these artists did NOT feature on Slash’s 2010 solo album?
     • Fergie
     • Joe Perry
     • Dave Grohl
     • Lemmy
     The correct answer is “Joe Perry”.
     Joe Perry did not collaborate with Slash on his 2010 solo album; instead, a variety of other artists contributed to the album.
114. Southwark Catholic Cathedral is located in which English county?
     • Louisiana
     • Essex
     • North Carolina
     • Greater London
     The correct answer is Greater London.
     Southwark Catholic Cathedral is located in the London Borough of Southwark in Greater London, the administrative area that contains the city of London.
115. The actor Warren Beatty took a lead role in which classic 1980’s movie?
     • Heaven Can Wait
     • The Woman in Red
     • Tootsie
     • Field of Dreams
     The correct answer is “Heaven Can Wait”. Did you get it right?
     The correct answer is Heaven Can Wait. Warren Beatty starred as Joe Pendleton in the classic 1980’s romantic comedy, playing a man whose soul is mistakenly taken to heaven before his time.
116. In what year was the Disney movie “Beauty and the Beast” released?
     • 1987
     • 2005
     • 1991
     • 2000
     The correct answer is 1991.
     The Disney animated classic movie “Beauty and the Beast” was released in 1991, becoming one of the most successful animated films of all time.
117. What unusual word means “Fleeting, transitory, or impermanent, often used to describe something that doesn’t last long”?
     • Ailurophobia
     • Chrysalism
     • Fugacious
     • Inscrutable
     The correct answer is “Fugacious”.
     Fugacious means lasting for a very short period of time, usually a few moments or days. It is often used to describe something that is not permanent or long-lasting.
118. The city of Los Angeles is located in which continent?
     • Europe
     • South America
     • North America
     • Australia/Oceania
     The correct answer is North America. Did you get it right?
     Yes, Los Angeles is located in the continent of North America, which is located in the western hemisphere.
119. How old was Jimi Hendrix when he started playing guitar?
     • 12
     • 15
     • 10
     • 8
     The correct answer is “15”.
     Jimi Hendrix began playing guitar at the age of 15, beginning his journey to becoming a legendary musician.

120. Great Basin National Park is located in which U.S. state?
     • Maryland
     • Nevada
     • Michigan
     • Texas
     The correct is answer is Nevada.
     Great Basin National Park is located in the state of Nevada, which is located in the western part of the United States and is bordered by California, Utah, Arizona, and Oregon.

121. The Paul Thomas Anderson movie “Inherent Vice” was released in which year?
     • 2014
     • 2021
     • 2010
     • 2005
     The correct answer is 2014.
     Inherent Vice, a crime comedy-drama directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, was released in 2014.
122. In which year was the movie “Maverick” starring Mel Gibson released?
     • 1980
     • 2000
     • 1994
     • 1998
     The correct answer is 1994.
     Maverick, a Western comedy starring Mel Gibson, was released in 1994.
123. What is the gravitational pull on Venus compared to Earth?
     • Nonexistent
     • Stronger
     • Almost the Same
     • Weaker
     The correct answer is Weaker.
     Venus has a much lower mass than Earth, so its gravitational pull is weaker.
124. Chelmsford Cathedral is located in which English county?
     • Norfolk
     • Essex
     • Idaho
     • Leicestershire
     The correct answer is Essex.
     Chelmsford Cathedral is located in the county of Essex, in the East of England.

125. Which is the correct spelling?
     • conscioussness
     • konshusnes
     • consciousness
     • consciousnes
     Consciousness is the correct spelling.
     Consciousness is the state of being aware of one’s thoughts, feelings, and environment.