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The Italian term “Dove” transaltes to what in English?
Car
I like
Please
Where
The corrrect answer is “Where”. The Italian term “Dove” translates to the English word “Where”, which is used to ask the location of someone or something.
Which country is ruled by a single dynasty for more than two thousand years?
Japan
Persia
England
Egypt
The correct answer is “Japan”. Japan is the only country in the world that has been ruled by the same dynasty, the Yamato dynasty, for over two thousand years.
Who is the author of “A streetcar named desire”?
Salman Rushdie
Jhumpa Lahiri
Tennessee Williams
Ian Fleming
The correct answer is “Tennessee Williams”. Tennessee Williams was an American playwright and author who wrote A Streetcar Named Desire in 1947.
In which year weas Michael Jackson’s album “Off the Wall” released?
1979
1976
1980
1985
The correct answer is 1979. Off the Wall was Michael Jackson’s fifth studio album, released in 1979. It was a commercial success and marked the beginning of Jackson’s transition from child star to successful adult solo artist.
Who directed the 2017 movie “Baby Driver?
John Carpenter
Orson Welles
Edgar Wright
Tim Burton
The correct answer is Edgar Wright. Edgar Wright is an English director, screenwriter, and producer best known for his work on the “Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy” and the 2017 movie Baby Driver.
Which one of the following words is a noun?
bay
vernacular
lumberman
insulted
Insulted is the noun. Insulted is a word that is used to describe an action of being spoken to or treated in a rude or disrespectful manner.
The Roman numerals MMCD means what number?
10
2500
1000000
10000
The correct answer is 2500. MMCD is an abbreviation of the Roman numerals for 2500, which is two thousands (M) plus one thousand (M) plus one hundred (C) plus one hundred (C).
Gloucestershire is a county in which part of the U.K.?
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
England
The correct answer is England. Gloucestershire is a county located in the South West region of England.
How Old Was Margaret Thatcher When She Took Up The Role Of British Prime Minister In 1979
38
53
42
58
The correct answer is “53”. Margaret Thatcher was 53 years old when she became the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1979.
A train travelled 60 km to the first station and 35 km to the last station. What is the total distance travelled?
205 km
95 km
98 km
75 km
The correct answer is 95 km. The total distance travelled by the train is 95 km, which is the sum of the distances travelled to the first station (60 km) and to the last station (35 km).
Reveal Answers 1 To 10
Which of the following countries is NOT in Europe?
San Marino
Ukraine
Nepal
Norway
The correct answer is Nepal. Nepal is a landlocked country located in South Asia, bordered by India and China, and is not part of the European continent.
Honeydrop is a variety of which produce?
Apple
Tomato
Berry
Melon
The correct answer is Tomato. Honeydrop is a type of tomato, known for its sweet, juicy flavor and firm texture.
The famous wine growing region called the “Casablanca Valley” is in which country?
Bulgaria
Chile
United States
Costa Rica
The correct answer is Chile. Did you get it right? The Casablanca Valley is a well-known wine-producing region located in the central coast of Chile.
Which author wrote the classic children’s book “The Secret Garden”?
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Lemony Snickets
Kenneth Grahame
Norton Juster
The correct author was Frances Hodgson Burnett. Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English-American novelist and playwright best known for her classic children’s book, The Secret Garden.
Can you solve the word “_od_r_” with missing letters?
pretty
market
block
modern
The correct answer is modern. Modern is an adjective used to describe something that is up-to-date or current.
The city of Edinburgh is located in which continent?
Europe
North America
Africa
Asia
The correct answer is Europe. Did you get it right? Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and is situated in the northern part of Europe, on the east coast of the United Kingdom.
The wheel was invented in about what year (B.C.)?
3505
3509
3503
3500
The correct answer is “3500”. The wheel was invented in around 3500 BC, making it one of the earliest human inventions.
The Shetland Islands is a county in which part of the U.K.?
England
Scotland
Wales
Northern Ireland
The correct answer is Scotland. The Shetland Islands are an archipelago located in the Northern Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Scotland, making them a part of the country.
What is the capital of Peru?
Lima
Arequipa
Cusco
Trujillo
The correct answer is Lima. Lima is the largest city in Peru and the country’s administrative, cultural and financial center. It is also the seat of the Peruvian government.
The correct answer is Australian Dollar. The Australian Dollar is the official currency of Australia, used for everyday transactions and financial exchanges.
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The chemical symbol of the element Oganesson is?
Gd
Og
Sr
B
The correct answer is “Og”. Oganesson is a synthetic element with the atomic number of 118, and its chemical symbol is Og.
Which Victorian era word means “impossible to understand or interpret”?
Blithe
Excoriate
Arrant
Inscrutable
The correct answer is “inscrutable”. Inscrutable means something that is mysterious and difficult to comprehend, often due to its complexity or obscurity.
Who directed the 2005 movie “Corpse Bride?
Howard Hawks
Oliver Stone
Frank Capra
Tim Burton
The correct answer is Tim Burton. Tim Burton is an American filmmaker known for his unique visual style, dark humor, and gothic fantasy themes in his films, such as the 2005 movie Corpse Bride.
______ Clinton – famous rock or music star?
George Clinton
Brian Wilson
Carlos Santana
Jimmy Page
This correct answer is George Clinton. He is an American singer, songwriter, bandleader, and record producer who is considered one of the most influential figures in funk music and culture. He is the founder of the bands Parliament and Funkadelic.
In what year was the first Terminator movie released?
1982
2003
1985
1973
The correct answer is 1982. The first Terminator movie, directed by James Cameron, was released in 1982, revolutionizing the science fiction genre and launching a successful franchise.
Which of the following is correct grammar?
He isn’t coming.
He ain’t coming.
He isn’t a coming.
He ain’t a coming.
Answer: He isn’t coming. is correct grammar because it is a contraction of “he is not” and is used to indicate a negative response.
The Woody Allen movie “Manhattan” was released in what year?
1983
1988
1984
1979
The correct answer is 1979. The Woody Allen movie “Manhattan” was released in 1979, marking the beginning of Allen’s long and successful career as a filmmaker.
What is the real or full name of superstar Katy Perry?
Deborah Kerr
Prince Rogers Nelson
Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson
John Christopher Depp II
The correct answer is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson. Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson is the full name of the American singer, songwriter, and television judge, Katy Perry.
The Christopher Nolan movie “Batman Begins” was released in what year?
2005
1997
2001
1999
The correct answer is 2005. The Christopher Nolan movie Batman Begins was released in 2005, marking the start of Nolan’s Batman trilogy that would span from 2005 to 2012.
Like-minded is the noun. Like-minded is an adjective used to describe people who have similar opinions, beliefs, or values.
Reveal Answers 21 To 30
The chemical symbol of the element Xenon is?
Xe
Cu
Th
Rg
The correct answer is “Xe”. Xe is the chemical symbol for the element Xenon, a noble gas found in the Earth’s atmosphere.
Name a 1995 movie starring Nicolas Cage?
Little Bee
Project X
Leaving Las Vegas
Murder Mystery
The correct answer is “Leaving Las Vegas”. Leaving Las Vegas is a 1995 romantic drama starring Nicolas Cage as an alcoholic who moves to Las Vegas to drink himself to death.
Which currency is used in Norway?
Dollar
Krone
Franc
Real
The correct answer is Norwegian Krone. The Norwegian Krone is the official currency of Norway and is used for all financial transactions within the country.
Which Victorian era word means “different or diverse”?
Lollygag
Gobbledygook
Disparate
Hoary
The correct answer is “disparate”. Disparate means composed of various elements that are distinct and not similar, making them difficult to compare or combine.
The Andes mountain range can be found in which continent?
North America
South America
Europe
Asia
The correct answer is South America. The Andes mountain range is the longest continental mountain range in the world and spans over 7,000 km across seven countries in South America.
What is the latin name for Hippopotamus?
Hippopotamus Amphibius
Natrix Natrix
Digitalis Purpurea
Pavo Cristatus
The correct answer is Hippopotamus Amphibius. Hippopotamus Amphibius is the scientific name for the hippopotamus, derived from two Latin words meaning “river horse”.
Legendary rockers Bon Jovi released their studio album “7800° Fahrenheit” in what year?
1979
1985
1988
1983
The correct answer is 1985. 7800° Fahrenheit was Bon Jovi’s second studio album, released in 1985 and featuring the hit single “In and Out of Love”.
Tiger Woods is known for their abilities in primarily which sport?
American Football
Baseball
Golf
Archery
The correct answer is Golf. Tiger Woods is a professional golfer who is widely known for their accomplishments on the golf course.
John Carpenter directed the movie “The Thing” in which year?
1982
1976
1986
1985
The correct answer is 1982. John Carpenter directed the science-fiction horror movie “The Thing” in 1982, a film about a team of scientists at an Antarctic research station who discover an alien entity that has the ability to imitate and assimilate any living organism.
The correct answer is “the night”. Noctiphobia is an irrational fear of the darkness and other aspects of the night, such as being alone in the dark or the unknown that can come with nightfall.
Reveal Answers 31 To 40
Legendary actor Jack Nicholson won a Best Actor Academy award in the 1997 movie “As Good as It Gets” for playing which character?
Bad Blake
Maximus Decimus Meridius
Melvin Udall
King George VI
The correct answer is Melvin Udall. Melvin Udall was a misanthropic, obsessive-compulsive novelist portrayed by Jack Nicholson in the 1997 movie As Good as It Gets. Nicholson won a Best Actor Academy Award for his performance in the role.
Who discovered the elements radium and polonium?
Marie Curie
Isaac Newton
Albert Einstein
Marie Franc
The correct answer is Marie Curie. Marie Curie, a Polish-born French scientist, was the first to isolate and identify the elements radium and polonium in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, respectively. Through her pioneering research, she contributed greatly to the field of radioactivity.
Early Girl is a variety of which produce?
Berry
Tomato
Apple
Melon
The correct answer is Tomato. Early Girl is a variety of tomato that is known for its early ripening and sweet flavor.
Which one of the following is planet (or dwarf planet) rather than a moon?
Io
Triton
Charon
Earth
The correct answer is Earth. Earth is a planet in its own right, not a moon orbiting another planet.
Gran Canaria is an island located where in the world?
Cuba
Spain
Djibouti
Scotland
The correct answer is Spain. Gran Canaria is an island located off the coast of North Africa in the Atlantic Ocean, belonging to the country of Spain.
Popular band Coldplay released their studio album “Music of the spheres” in what year?
2023
2009
2016
2021
The correct answer is 2021. Coldplay released their studio album Music of the Spheres in 2021, their ninth studio album since the band’s formation in 1996.
Which one of these is a member of the Felidae family?
Dinosaur
Ostrich
Serpent
Cheetah
The correct answer is “Cheetah”. The Cheetah is a large cat of the Felidae family, known for its incredible speed and agility.
The Latin term “In vitro” in common use means what?
Great charter
In glass (in medicine)
In fact
In life (in biology)
The correct answer is “in glass (in medicine)”. In vitro refers to a laboratory technique that involves manipulating biological materials outside of a living organism, usually in a glass container. It is most commonly used in medical research and drug development.
The Martin Scorsese movie “Hugo” was released in what year?
2007
1997
2011
2016
The correct answer is 2011. The Martin Scorsese movie Hugo was released in 2011, the same year it won five Academy Awards.
The correct answer is “Sigma”. Sigma is the 18th letter of the Greek alphabet and is represented by the symbol Σ. It is pronounced as a voiceless alveolar sibilant and is used to denote various mathematical and scientific operations such as summation, standard deviation, and set difference.
Reveal Answers 41 To 50
In which year was the movie “Red Dragon” starring Anthony Hopkins released?
1991
1997
2002
1990
The correct answer is 2002. The movie Red Dragon, starring Anthony Hopkins, was released in 2002.
Which one of the following words is a noun?
meaning
behalf
beaver
flexible
Flexible is the noun. Flexible is a word that describes the ability to bend or be adapted to different situations.
What is the capital city of Cape Verde?
Fanafuti
Bangkok
Bangui
Praia
The correct city is Praia. Praia is the capital city of Cape Verde, located on the southern coast of the island of Santiago. It is the largest city in the country, and the seat of government for the archipelago.
What colour is an octopus’ blood? (when it’s oxygenated)
Plaid
Striped
Mauve
Blue
The correct answer is Blue. How did you score? Octopus’ blood is blue because it uses hemocyanin to transport oxygen, which is a copper-based protein that gives the blood a blue color when it is oxygenated.
What is the latin name for Walrus?
Penaeus Monodon
Dasypus Novemcinctus
Loxodonta Africana
Odobenus Rosmarus
The correct answer is Odobenus Rosmarus. Odobenus Rosmarus is the scientific name for the walrus, derived from the Latin words for ‘tooth’ and ‘sea foam’ respectively.
The famous volcano Mount Unzen is located in which country?
Italy
Burundi
Japan
Solomon Islands
The correct answer is Japan. Mount Unzen is an active volcano located on the island of Kyushu in southwestern Japan.
Ydolem is the reverse spelling of which word?
cause
visit
weight
melody
The correct answer is melody. Did you get it right? Ydolem is the reverse spelling of the word melody, which is a pleasing succession of sounds made up of different pitches.
In Snooker what is the quickest time recorded for a 147 maximum break?
6 Minutes 53 seconds
4 Minutes 54 seconds
5 Minutes 43 seconds
5 Minutes 20 Seconds
The correct answer is “5 Minutes 20 Seconds”. This is the time record for the fastest maximum break, meaning the player was able to pot all 15 red balls, 6 black balls and the colors in 5 minutes and 20 seconds.
In what country is the city of Stockholm located?
Sweden
Indonesia
Mongolia
Israel
The correct answer is Sweden. Sweden is a Scandinavian country located in Northern Europe, bordered by Norway and Finland.
What is the atmosphere of Venus mostly composed of?
Carbon Dioxide
Nitrogen
Helium
Oxygen
The correct answer is Carbon Dioxide. The atmosphere of Venus is mostly composed of Carbon Dioxide, an odorless, colorless gas that makes up the majority of the planet’s air.
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Which U.S. President came before William McKinley?
Levi P. Morton
Jimmy Carter
Garret A. Hobart
James K. Polk
The correct answer is Levi P. Morton. Levi P. Morton was the 22nd President of the United States, serving from 1889 to 1893. He was preceded in office by President Benjamin Harrison.
The 1990’s hit movie “Men in Black” starred which Hollywood A-lister?
Bill Murray
Chevy Chase
Dustin Hoffman
Will Smith
The correct answer is Will Smith. Will Smith is an American actor, rapper, and producer who rose to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s with his roles in films such as Independence Day, Men in Black, and Bad Boys.
The Italian term “Nulla” transaltes to what in English?
When
Yes
Nothing
Good
The corrrect answer is “Nothing”. Nulla is an Italian word that translates to the English word Nothing, meaning having no value or not anything at all.
The planet the comes after Uranus if you were travelling from Alpha Centauri toward our Sun is?
Ariel
The Sun
Venus
Saturn
The correct answer is Saturn. Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun and the second-largest in the Solar System after Jupiter. It is located between Uranus and Jupiter in the Solar System.
Gwynedd is a county in which part of the U.K.?
Northern Ireland
England
Wales
Scotland
The correct answer is Wales. Gwynedd is a county located in Wales, a country in the United Kingdom.
Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1972 for the movie “Cabaret”?
Milos Forman
Carol Reed
Barry Levinson
Bob Fosse
The correct answer is Bob Fosse. Bob Fosse was an acclaimed director and choreographer who won the 1972 Best Director Oscar for his work on the musical film Cabaret.
What dos the famous Latin term”Alter ego” mean?
Great charter
Never despair
Second self
In the year of the lord
The correct answer is “Second self”. Alter ego is a Latin term meaning “another self” and refers to a person’s second, alternate identity or personality. It is often used to refer to a person’s inner self or true character, as opposed to the persona they present to the world.
What is the 12th year wedding anniversary traditionally represented by?
Silk or Linen
Pearl
Coral
Cardboard
The correct answer is Silk or Linen. The 12th year wedding anniversary is traditionally represented by silk or linen, as these fabrics symbolize luxury and comfort, which are qualities of a long-lasting marriage.
Name a 2013 movie starring Ben Stiller?
Starsky & Hutch
Drillbit Taylor
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Doctor Dolittle
The correct answer is “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty”. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is a 2013 fantasy comedy-drama starring Ben Stiller as the titular character, a daydreamer who embarks on an adventure to find a missing photograph.
Katmai National Park and Preserve is located in which U.S. state?
Nevada
Alaska
California
Cambridgeshire
The correct is answer is Alaska. Katmai National Park and Preserve is located in the U.S. state of Alaska, which is the most northern and western state in the continental United States.
Reveal Answers 61 To 70
The actor Paul Newman took a lead role in which classic 1970’s movie?
The Verdict
Being There
National Lampoon’s Animal House
The Towering Inferno
The correct answer is “The Verdict”. Did you get it right? The correct answer is The Verdict, a classic 1970’s movie starring Paul Newman as an alcoholic lawyer who takes on a medical malpractice case.
Which U.S. President came after James K. Polk?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Herbert Hoover
Zachary Taylor
Garret A. Hobart
The correct answer is Zachary Taylor. Zachary Taylor was the 12th President of the United States, succeeding James K. Polk in 1849.
Gloucester Cathedral is located in which English county?
Gloucestershire
Greater London
Maine
Essex
The correct answer is Gloucestershire. Gloucester Cathedral is located in Gloucestershire, a county in the South West of England.
Name the 1984 movie directed by James Cameron and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton?
Batman Begins
Apocalypse Now
The Terminator
Life of Brian
The correct answer is The Terminator. The Terminator is a 1984 science fiction action film directed by James Cameron and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton.
Comedian Louis CK was born in which year?
1972
1908
1967
1925
The correct answer is 1967. Louis CK, an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer, was born in 1967 in Washington, D.C.
In which year was the movie “Trauma Center” starring Bruce Willis released?
2022
2020
1999
2023
The correct answer is 2020. The action-thriller movie “Trauma Center” starring Bruce Willis was released in 2020.
In which year was the movie “Air Force One” starring Harrison Ford released?
2005
2002
2000
1997
The correct answer is 1997. The movie Air Force One, starring Harrison Ford, was released in 1997 and was a box office success, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of that year.
Who provided the voice for the animated character “Sylvester”?
Tim Allen
Catherine Deneuve
Carl Weathers
Mel Blanc
The correct answer is Mel Blanc. Mel Blanc was an American voice actor and comedian known for his work in animation, providing the voice for many classic characters such as Bugs Bunny and Sylvester the Cat.
Which of the following countries is NOT in Europe?
Portugal
Azerbaijan
Latvia
Morocco
The correct answer is Morocco. Morocco is a country located in Northwest Africa, not in Europe.
In what year was the Disney movie “Winnie the Pooh” released?
2009
2010
2018
2011
The correct answer is 2011. Winnie the Pooh, the Disney movie based on the stories by A.A. Milne, was released in 2011.
Reveal Answers 71 To 80
“patcher” is an anagram of which word?
catcher
snatcher
chapter
matcher
The correct answer is “chapter”. An anagram is a word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase; in this case, the word “patcher” can be rearranged to form the word “chapter”.
Talented actor Eddie Redmayne won a Best Actor Academy award in the 2014 movie “The Theory of Everything” for playing which character?
Forrest Gump
Jimmy Markum
Stephen Hawking
Harvey Milk
The correct answer is Stephen Hawking. Eddie Redmayne won the Best Actor Academy Award for his portrayal of the renowned physicist Stephen Hawking in the 2014 movie The Theory of Everything.
Which Victorian era word means “pompous, using fancy words unnecessarily”?
Eschew
Discombobulate
Betrothed
Grandiloquent
The correct answer is “grandiloquent”. Grandiloquent is a Victorian era word that describes someone who speaks or writes in a pompous manner, using fancy words unnecessarily.
Bode’s is a named celestial object of what sort?
Galaxy
Supernova
Moon
Comet
The correct answer is Galaxy. Bode’s is an object in space which is classified as a galaxy, a large collection of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.
Name a 1986 movie starring Rick Moranis?
Reds
Little Shop of Horrors
Red
Shrek
The correct answer is “Little Shop of Horrors”. Little Shop of Horrors is a classic 1986 comedy-horror musical starring Rick Moranis as Seymour, a meek florist who discovers a carnivorous plant with an insatiable appetite.
Which one of the following words is a noun?
touched
luck
review
hell
Touched is the noun. Touched is a word that can refer to an action, such as touching something, or a feeling, such as being emotionally moved.
Who was the twenty-first president of the United States?
Ulysses S. Grant
Chester A. Arthur
Andrew Jackson
Harry S. Truman
The correct answer is Chester A. Arthur. Chester A. Arthur was the twenty-first president of the United States, serving from 1881 to 1885. He was known for his commitment to civil service reform and for his advocacy of the Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act.
The city of Lisbon is located in which continent?
Asia
South America
Africa
Europe
The correct answer is Europe. Did you get it right? Yes, Lisbon is located in the westernmost part of the European continent, along the Atlantic coast of Portugal.
In what year was the Disney movie “Meet the Robinsons” released?
2005
2007
1997
2006
The correct answer is 2007. Meet the Robinsons is a computer-animated science fiction comedy-adventure film released by Disney in 2007. It follows the story of a young boy who travels to the future and meets a family of inventors.
The city of Sutton is in which English county?
Staffordshire
Greater London
Wiltshire
West Yorkshire
The correct answer is Greater London. Sutton is a town located in the London Borough of Sutton, which is part of Greater London, the administrative region encompassing the city of London.
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Who is going to take charge of Bayern Munich this summer? (2013)
Sir Alex Ferguson
Pep Guardiola
Jose Mourinho
Roberto Mancini
The correct answer is “Pep Guardiola”. Pep Guardiola is a former Spanish professional football player and manager, who has been chosen to take charge of Bayern Munich for the 2013 season. He is known for his tactical prowess and has won several major titles with Barcelona, including the Champions League.
Which one of the following words is a noun?
linear
admire
intervention
emotion
Linear is the noun. Linear is a noun that refers to anything that is arranged in a straight line.
The chemical symbol of the element Lithium is?
Li
At
Hs
Ru
The correct answer is “Li”. The chemical symbol for Lithium is Li, as it is the first letter of its Latin name, Lithium.
In what year did the West German Parliament officially move from Bonn to Berlin on June 20th?
1988
1980
1990
1985
The correct answer is 1990. The West German Parliament officially moved from Bonn to Berlin on June 20th, 1990, marking the reunification of Germany and the return of the capital to Berlin.
Can you unjumble “Waeltr Uaamtht” to reveal a famous actor?
Ian McDiarmid
Walter Matthau
Kate Winslet
Alfred Molina
The correct answer is Walter Matthau. Did you get it right? Walter Matthau was an American actor, best known for his roles in films such as The Odd Couple, Grumpy Old Men, and The Sunshine Boys. He was a two-time Academy Award nominee and won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in 1966.
The Coastal Range is located in which country?
Russia
Kazakhstan
Scotland
North America
The correct answer is North America. The Coastal Range is a mountain range located along the western coast of North America, stretching from Alaska in the north to Mexico in the south.
In which year was the movie “Fight Club” starring Brad Pitt released?
1999
1994
1996
2002
The correct answer is 1999. The movie Fight Club, starring Brad Pitt, was released in 1999, marking the start of a cult classic.
In which year was the movie “Looking Glass” starring Nicolas Cage released?
2022
2018
2021
2023
The correct answer is 2018. The movie Looking Glass, starring Nicolas Cage, was released in 2018.
The English FA Cup winners in 1989 were which football team?
Liverpool
Blackpool
Wigan Athletic
Grimsby Town
The correct answer is Liverpool. Liverpool Football Club won the 1989 FA Cup, beating Merseyside rivals Everton 3-2 in the final.
Jordan Spieth is known for their abilities in primarily which sport?
Golf
Soccer
Archery
Judo
The correct answer is Golf. Jordan Spieth is a professional golfer who has achieved success in the sport, winning multiple major championships and becoming one of the top-ranked players in the world.
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The actor Sylvester Stallone took a lead role in which classic 1990’s movie?
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Notting Hill
12 Monkeys
Demolition Man
The correct answer is “Demolition Man”. Did you get it right? The correct answer is Demolition Man. Sylvester Stallone starred as the main protagonist, John Spartan, in the 1993 sci-fi action movie.
In what country is the city of Fukuoka located?
New Zealand
United Kingdom
Japan
Nauru
The correct answer is Japan. Fukuoka is a major city located on the island of Kyushu in the country of Japan.
The Latin term “Primus inter pares” in common use means what?
In fact
First among equals
Seize the day
Note well
The correct answer is “first among equals”. Primus inter pares is a Latin phrase that refers to an individual who is the most senior or the most important among a group of peers, but who still has the same rights and responsibilities as the others.
What is the capital of Canada?
Ottawa
Toronto
Vancouver
Montreal
The correct answer is Ottawa. Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located in the province of Ontario, and is the country’s fourth-largest city. It is home to the Parliament of Canada and many government offices.
The 1960’s classic movie “In the Heat of the Night” starred which leading Hollywood actor?
Sophia Loren
Joe Mantegna
Simone Signoret
Sidney Poitier
The correct answer is Sidney Poitier. Sidney Poitier was a renowned actor, best known for his leading role in the 1960s classic movie In the Heat of the Night, which earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Name a 2011 movie starring Jim Carrey?
Mr. Popper’s Penguins
The Croods
There Will Be Blood
Tower Heist
The correct answer is “Mr”. Popper’s Penguins”. Mr. Popper’s Penguins is a 2011 comedy film starring Jim Carrey as a successful businessman who inherits six penguins and embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Who provided the voice for the animated character “Nemo”?
Alexander Gould
Birgit Minichmayr
William Hanna and Joseph Barbera
Scott Weinger
The correct answer is Alexander Gould. Alexander Gould is an American actor who provided the voice for the animated character Nemo in the 2003 Pixar film “Finding Nemo”.
Which country is known as Suomi?
Norway
Finland
Italy
France
The correct answer is “Finland”. Finland is a Nordic country located in Northern Europe and is known by its native name, Suomi.
The famous quote “There’s nothing new under the sun” is from which one of William Shakespeare’s works?
Ecclesiastes in The Apocrypha
Design for Living
The Winter’s Tale
Hamlet
The correct answer is “Ecclesiastes in The Apocrypha”. This phrase is taken from the biblical book of Ecclesiastes, which is part of The Apocrypha, a collection of ancient Jewish and Christian texts.
Who was the most successful recording artist of the 2000s?
Eminem
Britney Spears
Madonna
Coldplay
The correct answer is Eminem. How did you score? Eminem was the most successful recording artist of the 2000s, selling over 172 million albums and singles worldwide. His success was further cemented by numerous awards, including 15 Grammy Awards and an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Reveal Answers 101 To 110
Which one of the following words is a noun?
end
bedrock
shattering
mattress
Shattering is the noun. Shattering is a word that describes an action of something being broken into many pieces.
Name a 1998 movie starring Matt Damon?
Saving Private Ryan
Joe
Pixels
Looking Glass
The correct answer is “Saving Private Ryan”. Saving Private Ryan is a 1998 war drama film directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Matt Damon as one of the soldiers tasked with rescuing a paratrooper during the Invasion of Normandy in World War II.
The city of Riyadh is located in which continent?
Europe
Asia
South America
North America
The correct answer is Asia. Did you get it right? Riyadh is the capital city of Saudi Arabia, which is located in the continent of Asia.
What is the nickname of the ship’s computer in the 1979 film Alien?
Sister
Brother
Father
Mother
The correct answer is “Mother”. Mother is the nickname of the ship’s computer in the 1979 film Alien, which is responsible for controlling the functions of the spaceship and communicating with the crew.
Madonna released her album entitled “Erotica” in what year?
1986
1992
1971
1999
The correct answer is 1992. Madonna released her fifth studio album entitled “Erotica” in 1992, marking a shift in her musical style towards a more sexually-charged and provocative sound.
The Canary Islands were named after which animal?
Canaries
Dogs
Octopus
Horses
The correct answer is “Dogs”. The Canary Islands were named after a breed of small, songbird-like dogs called Canaries.
In what year was Ridley Scott’s movie “The Duellists” released?
1985
1974
1972
1977
The correct answer is 1977. Ridley Scott’s movie The Duellists was released in 1977, marking the director’s feature film debut.
The 1960’s classic movie “The Detective” starred which leading Hollywood actor?
Doris Day
Anthony Quinn
Audrey Hepburn
Frank Sinatra
The correct answer is Frank Sinatra. Frank Sinatra was a Hollywood icon of the 1960s, known for his acting and singing. He starred in the classic film The Detective in 1968.
Who wrote the song “Let’s Get It On”?
Marvin Gaye
Elvis Presley
Michael Jackson
Rod Stewart
The correct answer is “Marvin Gaye”. Marvin Gaye was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who released “Let’s Get It On” in 1973.
What is the plural of the word Moose?
Meese
Moose
Mooses
Moosee
The correct answer is “Moose”. The plural of the word Moose is Moose, because Moose is an irregular plural noun that does not change form when made plural.
Reveal Answers 111 To 120
Who directed the 2002 movie “Punch-Drunk Love?
Paul Thomas Anderson
John Hughes
Francis Ford Coppola
Paul Verhoeven
The correct answer is Paul Thomas Anderson. Paul Thomas Anderson is an American filmmaker and screenwriter known for his unique and often non-linear storytelling style. He directed the 2002 romantic comedy-drama film Punch-Drunk Love, which starred Adam Sandler and Emily Watson.
In what year did Queen Elizabeth I ascend to the throne?
1561
1563
1949
1558
The correct answer is 1558. Queen Elizabeth I ascended to the throne in 1558, following the death of her half-sister, Mary I, who had reigned since 1553.
The Front Range is located in which country?
China
Syria
North America
Bolivia
The correct answer is North America. The Front Range is a mountain range located in the central region of the United States, spanning across the states of Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska in North America.
Who had a hit with the smooth and soulful You To Me Are Everything ?
The Real Thing
Ike & Tina Turner
Hot Chocolate
David Bowie
The correct answer is “The Real Thing”. The Real Thing was a British soul group who achieved success in the late 1970s with their hit single “You To Me Are Everything”, which became one of their most popular songs.
Name a 1983 movie starring Jack Nicholson?
Season of the Witch
The Trust
Shrek the Third
Terms of Endearment
The correct answer is “Terms of Endearment”. Terms of Endearment is a 1983 romantic comedy-drama film directed by James L. Brooks and starring Jack Nicholson, Shirley MacLaine, and Debra Winger.
The English FA Cup winners in 1965 were which football team?
Northampton Town
Norwich City
Newcastle United
Liverpool
The correct answer is Liverpool. Liverpool Football Club won the 1965 FA Cup Final, becoming the first team to win the double of the FA Cup and the Football League First Division title in the same season.
The famous wine growing region called the “Yarra Valley” is in which country?
Australia
Chile
Brunei
France
The correct answer is Australia. Did you get it right? The Yarra Valley is located in the south-eastern region of Australia, known for its cool climate and excellent soil conditions, making it an ideal location for growing wine grapes.
Which Victorian era word means “energetic or lively”?
Alacrity
Indignation
Disconsolate
Boisterous
The correct answer is “boisterous”. Boisterous refers to an energetic and lively behavior, often expressed through loud and active actions.
New Guinea is an island located where in the world?
Canada
Guyana
Cambodia
Indonesia and Papua New Guinea
The correct answer is Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. New Guinea is an island located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, divided between Indonesia in the west and Papua New Guinea in the east.
Name a 1991 movie starring Julia Roberts?
Happy Gilmore
Alpha Dog
Starsky & Hutch
Sleeping with the Enemy
The correct answer is “Sleeping with the Enemy”. Sleeping with the Enemy is a psychological thriller starring Julia Roberts as a woman who escapes her abusive husband and starts a new life.
Reveal Answers 121 To 130
In which year was the movie “Only the Lonely” starring John Candy released?
1991
1995
1983
1997
The correct answer is 1991. Only the Lonely, a romantic comedy starring John Candy, was released in 1991.
Giacobini-Zinner is a named celestial object of what sort?
Asteroid
Comet
Constellation
Galaxy
The correct answer is Comet. Giacobini-Zinner is a comet, a small icy body that orbits the Sun and releases gas and dust as it heats up when it gets close to the Sun.
In which year was the movie “Fatman” starring Mel Gibson released?
2021
2016
2015
2008
The correct answer is 2021. The movie “Fatman” starring Mel Gibson was released in 2021.
The Martin Scorsese movie “Raging Bull” was released in what year?
1970
1980
1977
1983
The correct answer is 1980. Raging Bull, directed by Martin Scorsese, was released in 1980 and is widely considered to be one of his most iconic films.
Dubai International Airport situated in United Arab Emirates uses which 3-letter airport code?
CAN
BCN
SIN
DXB
The correct answer is DXB. DXB is the 3-letter airport code for Dubai International Airport, located in the United Arab Emirates. It is one of the busiest airports in the world, handling over 90 million passengers annually.
Who painted the masterpiece “The Dance”?
Emily Bronte
Paul Gauguin
Henri Matisse
Sandro Botticelli
The correct answer is Henri Matisse. Henri Matisse was a French artist who created the iconic painting The Dance in 1909.
The famous quote “The past is prologue” is from which one of William Shakespeare’s works?
The Merchant of Venice
The Tempest
Othello
This Happy Breed
The correct answer is “The Tempest”. The quote “The past is prologue” is spoken by the character Prospero in Shakespeare’s play The Tempest.
Which currency is used in Denmark?
Dollar
Krone
Real
Yuan
The correct answer is Danish Krone. The Danish Krone is the official currency of Denmark, used for all financial transactions within the country.
Jonathan is a variety of which produce?
Apple
Melon
Potato
Tomato
The correct answer is Apple. Jonathan is a type of apple that is known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture.
In mythology who fired the arrow that struck Achilles in his heel?
Athens
Rome
Paris
Berlin
The correct answer is “Paris”. Paris, the son of King Priam of Troy, fired the arrow that struck Achilles in his heel, fatally wounding him and leading to his eventual death in the Trojan War.
Reveal Answers 131 To 140
In which year was the movie “Raging Bull” starring Robert De Niro released?
1982
1980
1979
1975
The correct answer is 1980. The movie Raging Bull, starring Robert De Niro, was released in 1980 and was an instant classic, earning two Academy Awards.
In which year was the movie “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” directed by Ron Howard released?
2001
1999
2000
1994
The correct answer is 2000. The live-action feature film adaptation of the classic Dr. Seuss tale “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” was released in 2000 and directed by Ron Howard.
Which actor portrayed James Bond in the 1989 movie “Licence to Kill”?
Timothy Dalton
Roger Moore
Daniel Craig
Pierce Brosnan
The correct answer is Timothy Dalton. Timothy Dalton is an English actor who is best known for his portrayal of the iconic James Bond character in the 1989 movie Licence to Kill.
Who directed the 1985 movie “Subway?
John Ford
Stanley Kubrick
Luc Besson
Tony Scott
The correct answer is Luc Besson. Luc Besson is a French film director, producer, and screenwriter who directed the 1985 film Subway.
What does the acronym DVD mean?
Digital Versatile Decoder
Digital Versatile Disc
Digital Video Disc
Digital Versatile Delimiter
The correct answer is “Digital Versatile Disc”. DVD stands for Digital Versatile Disc, which is an optical storage disc technology that is used to store digital data such as audio, video, and computer files.
In what year was the Disney movie “Zootopia” released?
2015
2016
2017
2018
The correct answer is 2016. The Disney animated movie Zootopia was released in theaters in the United States in 2016. It went on to become one of the highest-grossing animated films of all time.
A group of goldfish is known as a what?
A mischief
A brace
A troubling
A shiver
The correct answer is a troubling. A troubling is a term used to describe a group of goldfish, which typically consists of at least five members.
The 1990’s hit movie “G.I. Jane” starred which Hollywood A-lister?
Nicole Kidman
Demi Moore
Julia Roberts
Christian Slater
The correct answer is Demi Moore. Demi Moore is an A-lister Hollywood actress who starred as the lead role in the 1990’s hit movie G.I. Jane.
In which year was the movie “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle” released?
2003
1995
2009
2000
The correct answer is 2003. Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle, the sequel to the 2000 movie Charlie’s Angels, was released in 2003.
In which year was the movie “Drillbit Taylor” starring Ben Stiller released?
2002
2000
2004
2008
The correct answer is 2008. The movie “Drillbit Taylor” starring Ben Stiller was released in 2008.
