Quizmaster General Knowledge Quiz With 150 Trivia Questions

Welcome to the Quizmaster General Knowledge Edition! Are you ready for this? Put your thinking cap on and be prepared for a quiz like no other!

The Quizmaster General Knowledge Quiz will test your knowledge on a range of topics. From movies to sports, history to general knowledge, the quiz will put your knowledge to the test. With 150 trivia questions, you will be sure to learn something new and have a great time doing it.

So, sharpen your pencils and get ready for the challenge. Will you be able to answer questions about the history of the Roman Empire, who won the World Cup in 2002, and the name of the lead actor in the movie The Godfather? Let’s find out!

1. Cirrus and Cumulus are types of what?
   • River
   • Cloud
   • Mountain
   • Forest
   The correct answer is “Cloud”.
   Cirrus and Cumulus are two of the three main classifications of clouds, which are collections of tiny droplets of water or ice crystals in the atmosphere.
2. In which year was the movie “My Cousin Vinny” starring Joe Pesci released?
   • 1992
   • 1988
   • 1991
   • 1971
   The correct answer is 1992.
   My Cousin Vinny, starring Joe Pesci, was released in 1992 and was a critical and commercial success.
3. Name a 1996 movie starring Will Smith?
   • U.S. Marshals
   • Spanglish
   • Independence Day
   • Trespass
   The correct answer is “Independence Day”.
   Independence Day is a 1996 science fiction action film starring Will Smith as a pilot who helps lead a counterattack against alien invaders.
4. In what year was John Hughes’s movie “Curly Sue” released?
   • 1983
   • 1998
   • 1996
   • 1991
   The correct answer is 1991.
   John Hughes’s romantic comedy movie Curly Sue was released in 1991, starring actors James Belushi and Kelly Lynch.
5. Thomas Edison demonstrated the electric light for the first time in what year?
   • 1879
   • 1887
   • 1894
   • 1877
   The correct answer is “1879”.
   Thomas Edison successfully demonstrated the electric light bulb for the first time in 1879, revolutionizing the way we light our homes and businesses.
6. The population of Czech Republic is approximately?
   • 10.7 million
   • 3.7 million
   • 2.8 million
   • 60 million
   The correct answer is 10.7 million.
   The Czech Republic is a small Central European country with a population of 10.7 million people.
7. What does a circle with a cross running through it symbolize on a clothing label?
   • Wash in high temperatures
   • Wash in low temperatures
   • Do not mix colours
   • Do not dry clean
   The correct answer is “Do not dry clean”.
   This symbol indicates that the clothing should not be dry cleaned, as it may damage the fabric or cause fading.
8. Name a 2004 movie starring Julia Roberts?
   • Flatliners
   • Mystic River
   • Closer
   • Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
   The correct answer is “Closer”.
   Closer is a 2004 romantic drama starring Julia Roberts, along with Jude Law, Natalie Portman, and Clive Owen.
9. In which year was the movie “G.I. Jane” starring Demi Moore released?
   • 1986
   • 1998
   • 1992
   • 1997
   The correct answer is 1997.
   The movie G.I. Jane starring Demi Moore was released in 1997 and was a major box office success.

10. In which prehistoric era did the Pterodactyl roam the Earth?
    • Proterozoic
    • Late Triassic
    • Late Jurassic – Late Cretaceous
    • Permian
    The correct era is Late Jurassic – Late Cretaceous.
    The Pterodactyl roamed the Earth during the Late Jurassic to Late Cretaceous periods, which occurred between 145 million and 65 million years ago.

11. What is the term for the study of how the Earth’s surface changes over time?
    • Oceanography
    • Geomorphology
    • Seismology
    • Meteorology
    The correct answer is Geomorphology.
    Geomorphology is the scientific study of the processes, landforms, and sediment that shape the Earth’s surface over time.
12. Name a 2016 movie starring Robert Downey Jr?
    • Shrek
    • August: Osage County
    • North
    • Captain America: Civil War
    The correct answer is “Captain America: Civil War”.
    Captain America: Civil War is a 2016 superhero film featuring Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, one of the leading characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
13. The Paul Thomas Anderson movie “Magnolia” was released in which year?
    • 1997
    • 1990
    • 2007
    • 1999
    The correct answer is 1999.
    Magnolia, a drama film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, was released in 1999 and went on to become a critically acclaimed movie.
14. In which year was the movie “Bangkok Dangerous” starring Nicolas Cage released?
    • 2011
    • 2015
    • 2002
    • 2008
    The correct answer is 2008.
    The movie “Bangkok Dangerous” starring Nicolas Cage was released in 2008.
15. Who was the Carthagian general during Punic War II?
    • Attila
    • Hannibal
    • Chengiz Khan
    • Saladin
    The correct answer is “Hannibal”.
    Hannibal was a Carthaginian general who famously led his forces against the Roman Republic during the Second Punic War. His tactics and strategies are still studied today for their brilliance and effectiveness.
16. What is the capital city of The Netherlands?
    • Havana
    • Tunis
    • Amsterdam
    • Niamey
    The correct city is Amsterdam.
    The capital city of The Netherlands is Amsterdam, a major port city in the country located on the banks of the Amstel river.
17. Name a 1997 movie starring Julia Roberts?
    • Anger Management
    • Conspiracy Theory
    • Sin City: A Dame to Kill For
    • Mr. Popper’s Penguins
    The correct answer is “Conspiracy Theory”.
    Conspiracy Theory is a 1997 psychological thriller starring Julia Roberts and Mel Gibson. It follows a paranoid conspiracy theorist who is drawn into a real-life political conspiracy.
18. Old Blighty” is the nickname of which European country?
    • France
    • United Kingdom
    • Spain
    • Italy
    The correct answer is “United Kingdom”.
    The United Kingdom is often referred to as “Old Blighty,” a nickname derived from the Hindi word “bilayati,” meaning “foreign” or “British.”
19. What Was The Name Of The 1971 TV Show In Which Adam Faith Played Ronald Bird
    • Budgie
    • Sparrow
    • Flamingo
    • Penguin
    The correct answer is “Budgie”.
    Adam Faith starred in the British sitcom “Budgie” which aired from 1971 to 1972. He played the role of Ronald Bird, a small-time London criminal.

20. The Spanish term “Cómo estás” transaltes to what in English?
    • When
    • Late
    • How are you?
    • How much is it?
    The corrrect answer is “How are you?”.
    The Spanish phrase Cómo estás is a polite way of asking someone how they are doing, and is translated to the English phrase “How are you?”.

21. Name a 1991 movie starring Bruce Willis?
    • Fire Birds
    • Hudson Hawk
    • Windtalkers
    • Alpha Dog
    The correct answer is “Hudson Hawk”.
    Hudson Hawk is a 1991 action-comedy film starring Bruce Willis as a master thief who is forced to steal valuable works of art for a sinister organization.
22. How many Star Wars films have been released to date?
    • four
    • seven
    • five
    • six
    The correct answer is “seven”.
    Seven feature-length films have been released in the Star Wars franchise, beginning with the original 1977 film and continuing through the most recent release in 2019.
23. The city of Heraklion is located in which continent?
    • Asia
    • Europe
    • South America
    • Africa
    The correct answer is Europe. Did you get it right?
    Heraklion is the largest city and the capital of the Greek island of Crete, which is located in the Mediterranean Sea in the continent of Europe.
24. “C2H6” is the chemical formula for which gas?
    • Stibine
    • Ethane
    • Xenon
    • Sulfur hexafluoride
    The correct answer is Ethane.
    Ethane is a colorless, odorless, flammable gas composed of two hydrogen and six carbon atoms.

25. 80s “Happy Talk” singer Captain Sensible was co-founder of which 70s classic punk band?
    • The Ruts
    • The Damned
    • The Undertones
    • Sex Pistols
    The correct answer is “The Damned”.
    Captain Sensible was a co-founder of the British punk rock band The Damned, which was formed in London in 1976 and is considered to be one of the first punk bands.
26. Who is the patron saint of Australia
    • St. Paul
    • Mary Help of Christians
    • St. Peter
    • St. Rock
    The correct answer is “Mary Help of Christians”.
    Mary Help of Christians is the patron saint of Australia, as she is believed to protect and guide the nation and its people.
27. What is the capital of Luxembourg?
    • Luxembourg City
    • The Hague
    • Bonn
    • Remich
    The correct answer is “Luxembourg City”.
    Luxembourg City is the capital of Luxembourg and the country’s largest city, located in the south-western part of the country.
28. What is the latin name for Kangaroo Rat?
    • Myosotis Sylvatica
    • Dipodomys Ordii
    • Ambystoma Maculatum
    • Cancer Pagurus
    The correct answer is Dipodomys Ordii.
    Dipodomys Ordii is the scientific name for the Kangaroo Rat, which is a small rodent found in North America.
29. In what year was the classic Jame Bond movie “Octopussy” released?
    • 1983
    • 1978
    • 1969
    • 1985
    The correct answer is 1983.
    Octopussy, the classic James Bond movie, was released in 1983 and was the thirteenth movie in the James Bond series.

30. Cynophobia is a fear of?
    • poisoning
    • dogs
    • the internet
    • school
    The correct answer is “dogs”.
    Cynophobia is a fear of dogs, characterized by an irrational and intense fear of being in the presence of or coming into contact with canines.

31. How many people resided in the Brady house on The Brady Bunch?
    • 10
    • 9
    • 4
    • 3
    The correct answer is “9”.
    The Brady household consisted of six children, their parents, and Alice the housekeeper, totaling nine people.
32. Herpetophobia is a fear of?
    • reptiles
    • school
    • the color purple
    • the color red
    The correct answer is “reptiles”.
    Herpetophobia is a fear of reptiles, such as snakes, lizards, turtles, and other scaly creatures.
33. Which U.S. President came before Thomas Jefferson?
    • Thomas Jefferson
    • Rutherford Birchard Hayes
    • George Bush
    • John Adams
    The correct answer is John Adams.
    John Adams was the 2nd President of the United States, serving from 1797 to 1801. He was preceded by George Washington and succeeded by Thomas Jefferson.
34. Who was the second president of the United States?
    • John Adams
    • James Garfield
    • Millard Fillmore
    • Thomas Jefferson
    The correct answer is John Adams.
    John Adams was the second President of the United States and the first Vice President under George Washington. He served from 1797 to 1801.
35. Which colour is at the top of a rainbow?
    • Green
    • Purple
    • Red
    • Yellow
    The correct answer is “Red”.
    Red is the topmost color of a rainbow because it has the longest wavelength of all the colors in the visible light spectrum.
36. What name is given to the President?s study in the White House?
    • The Main Office
    • The Pentagon
    • The Oval Office
    • The Private Office
    The correct answer is “The Oval Office”.
    The Oval Office is the formal workspace of the President of the United States located in the West Wing of the White House. It is the symbolic center of the President’s power and authority.
37. Magness is a variety of which produce?
    • Pear
    • Potato
    • Berry
    • Melon
    The correct answer is Pear.
    Magness is a type of pear, a juicy and sweet fruit with a brownish-green skin.
38. Cheetara was a character from which 1980’s toy craze?
    • Zoids
    • Transformers
    • He-Man & The Masters of the Universe
    • Thundercats
    The coorect answer is Thundercats.
    Cheetara was a fictional character from the 1980s cartoon series Thundercats, which was based on a popular toy line.
39. The Greek alphabet letter “Ι” is named?
    • Iota
    • Xi
    • Delta
    • Pi
    The correct answer is “Iota”.
    Iota is the ninth letter of the Greek alphabet and is pronounced as a long “i” sound. It is represented by the symbol “ι” and is often used in mathematics and science.

40. hich of the following is a popular mobile phone brand?
    • Netflix
    • Hulu
    • Apple
    • Disney+
    The correct answer is Apple.
    Apple is a multinational technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells mobile phones, tablets, computers, and other electronic devices.

41. Name a 2019 movie starring Will Smith?
    • Downsizing
    • Gemini Man
    • Air America
    • Superintelligence
    The correct answer is “Gemini Man”.
    Gemini Man is a 2019 sci-fi action thriller starring Will Smith as an aging assassin who must confront a younger clone of himself.
42. 80s synthpop band Duran Duran took their name from which Jane Fonda movie of the 60s?
    • Barbarella
    • Any Wednesday
    • Cat Ballou
    • Barefoot in the Park
    The correct answer is “Barbarella”.
    Duran Duran took their name from the 1960s sci-fi film ‘Barbarella’, which starred Jane Fonda as the title character.
43. Who used to own the house in which Justin Bieber currently lives?
    • Britney Spears
    • Paris Hilton
    • Rihanna
    • Justin Timberlake
    The correct answer is “Britney Spears”.
    Britney Spears is a singer and actress who owned the house in which Justin Bieber currently lives before selling it to him.
44. Bumblebee was a character from which 1980’s toy craze?
    • He-Man & The Masters of the Universe
    • Zoids
    • Transformers
    • ThunderCats
    The coorect answer is Transformers.
    Transformers was a 1980s toy craze featuring robots that could transform into vehicles or other objects. Bumblebee was one of the most popular characters from the toy line.

45. The Greek alphabet letter “Ψ” is named?
    • Psi
    • Alpha
    • Omicron
    • Theta
    The correct answer is “Psi”.
    Psi is the sixteenth letter of the Greek alphabet and is pronounced “sigh” in Modern Greek. It is also used in mathematics and science to represent various concepts.
46. In which prehistoric era did the Procompsognathus roam the Earth?
    • Early Cretaceous
    • Late Jurassic
    • Permian
    • Late Triassic
    The correct era is Late Triassic.
    Procompsognathus was a small, carnivorous dinosaur that lived during the Late Triassic period, around 200 million years ago.
47. In what year did the Vietnam War officially end?
    • 1979
    • 1973
    • 1975
    • 1972
    The correct answer is 1975.
    The Vietnam War officially ended in 1975 when the North Vietnamese forces captured Saigon, the capital of South Vietnam.
48. What does the acronym FAQ mean?
    • frequently asked questions
    • frequently a question
    • frequently altered question
    • frequently answered questions
    The correct answer is “frequently asked questions”.
    FAQ stands for “Frequently Asked Questions” and is used to refer to a list of commonly asked questions and answers about a particular topic. It is typically used as a helpful resource for people to quickly find answers to their questions.
49. Which is the largest planet in our solar system?
    • Jupiter
    • Venus
    • Earth
    • Neptune
    The correct answer is “Jupiter”.
    Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system because it is more than twice as massive as all of the other planets combined and has a diameter of almost 11 times that of Earth.

50. In which year weas The Beatles’ album “Yellow Submarine” released?
    • 1975
    • 1969
    • 1964
    • 1978
    The correct answer is 1969.
    The Beatles’ album Yellow Submarine was released in 1969, the same year as their other famous album Abbey Road.

51. To which Order did Martin Luther belong?
    • Augustinian
    • Capuchin
    • Franciscan
    • Dominican
    The correct answer is “Augustinian”.
    Martin Luther belonged to the Order of Augustinian Hermits, a religious order of the Catholic Church that focused on living a life of prayer and contemplation.
52. Which racing driver won the 2016 Formula One World Championship?
    • Nico Rosberg (Germany)
    • Jackie Stewart (UK)
    • Fernando Alonso (Spain)
    • Lewis Hamilton (UK)
    The correct answer is Nico Rosberg (Germany).
    Nico Rosberg, a German racing driver, won the 2016 Formula One World Championship, securing the title in the final race of the season.
53. Which U.S. President came before Lyndon B. Johnson?
    • Warren G. Harding
    • John F. Kennedy
    • Alben W. Barkley
    • Jimmy Carter
    The correct answer is John F. Kennedy.
    John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He was succeeded by Lyndon B. Johnson.
54. Who released the 70’s album entitled Legalize It
    • Blonde
    • Peter Tosh
    • Yes
    • Rod Stewart
    The correct answer is “Peter Tosh”.
    Peter Tosh was a Jamaican reggae artist who released the album “Legalize It” in 1976.
55. Northern Spy is a variety of which produce?
    • Tomato
    • Melon
    • Potato
    • Apple
    The correct answer is Apple.
    Northern Spy is a type of apple known for its firm texture and sweet-tart flavor.
56. What does the acronym ATM mean?
    • Automated Till Machine
    • Automated Tracker Machine
    • Automated Talking Machine
    • Automated Teller Machine
    The correct answer is “Automated Teller Machine”.
    ATM stands for Automated Teller Machine, which is a type of banking terminal that allows customers to access their accounts and perform transactions without the assistance of a bank teller.
57. Which famous American university is part of Colonial Williamsburg?
    • Williams
    • William and Mary
    • Kings College
    • Columbia
    The correct answer is “William and Mary”.
    William and Mary is a public research university located in Williamsburg, Virginia. It is the second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States and was founded in 1693.
58. The 2000’s popular movie “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” featured which Hollywood star?
    • Sylvester Stallone
    • Angelina Jolie
    • Leonardo DiCaprio
    • Catherine Zeta-Jones
    The correct answer is Angelina Jolie.
    Angelina Jolie starred as Lara Croft in the 2001 action-adventure film, which was based on the popular video game series of the same name.
59. What is the largest recorded number of words ever learnt by a dog?
    • 50
    • 500
    • 100
    • 1000
    The correct answer is “1000”.
    This is the highest number of words that has been scientifically documented as being learnt by a single dog.

60. Which character or actor did NOT appear in “The Killing”?
    • Mitch Larsen
    • Gail Klosterman
    • Stephen Holder
    • Sarah Linden
    The correct answer is Gail Klosterman.
    Gail Klosterman was not a character or actor in the television series, “The Killing”.

61. In which year was the movie “High Anxiety” directed by Mel Brooks released?
    • 1985
    • 1977
    • 1991
    • 1979
    The correct answer is 1977.
    High Anxiety, a Mel Brooks comedy film, was released in 1977, becoming an instant classic.
62. Who released the 70’s album entitled The Scream
    • Thin Lizzy
    • Van Halen
    • Siouxsie and the Banshees
    • KISS
    The correct answer is “Siouxsie and the Banshees”.
    Siouxsie and the Banshees were an English post-punk band who released the album The Scream in 1978.
63. The Italian term “Cosa” transaltes to what in English?
    • Soon
    • What do you do for a living?
    • No
    • What
    The corrrect answer is “What”.
    The Italian term “Cosa” translates to the English word “What”. It is used to ask a question about something that is unknown or not known in detail.
64. What does a herpetologist study?
    • birds
    • whales
    • reptiles
    • Egypt
    The correct answer is “reptiles”.
    A herpetologist is a scientist who studies reptiles, such as turtles, snakes, lizards, and crocodiles, as well as amphibians like frogs and salamanders.

65. Which pioneer reached the North Pole for the United States?
    • Albert Einstein
    • Christopher Columbus
    • Lewis and Clark
    • Robert Peary
    The correct answer is Robert Peary.
    Robert Peary was an American explorer and U.S. Navy officer who, in 1909, became the first person to reach the North Pole.
66. In what year was Tony Scott’s movie “Top Gun” released?
    • 2000
    • 1985
    • 1984
    • 1986
    The correct answer is 1986.
    Top Gun, a classic action drama directed by Tony Scott, was released in 1986 and went on to become one of the highest grossing films of the year.
67. Which well known brand uses the motto “Just Do It”?
    • Puma
    • Reebok
    • Addidas
    • Nike
    The correct answer is “Nike”.
    Nike is an iconic sportswear and lifestyle brand that is known for its motivational slogan “Just Do It”.
68. Which one of the following words is a noun?
    • grub
    • pard
    • advent
    • crushable
    Crushable is the noun.
    Crushable is a word that describes something that can be crushed or broken.
69. Who was the fifth president of the United States?
    • Franklin D. Roosevelt
    • Harry S. Truman
    • James Monroe
    • John Tyler
    The correct answer is James Monroe.
    James Monroe was the fifth President of the United States, serving from 1817 to 1825. He is best remembered for his foreign policy initiatives, such as the Monroe Doctrine, which warned European powers to not interfere in the affairs of the Americas.

70. Rockers Iron Maiden have their own aircraft. What is it called?
    • Metal Force One
    • Nightmare Force One
    • Hair Force One
    • Ed Force One
    The correct answer is “Ed Force One”.
    Ed Force One is the name of Iron Maiden’s customized Boeing 757-200 aircraft, which the band uses for their world tours.

71. The actor Cary Grant took a lead role in which classic 1950’s movie?
    • Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
    • Rebel Without a Cause
    • The Seven Year Itch
    • North by Northwest
    The correct answer is “North by Northwest”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is North by Northwest, a classic 1950s movie starring Cary Grant as the lead role.
72. Who released the 70’s album entitled Catch a Fire
    • Slade
    • Neil Young
    • Thin Lizzy
    • Bob Marley and the Wailers
    The correct answer is “Bob Marley and the Wailers”.
    Bob Marley and the Wailers released the 70’s album Catch a Fire, which was the group’s first international album and a major breakthrough for reggae music.
73. Which U.S. President came after Gerald R. Ford?
    • Jimmy Carter
    • Hubert H. Humphrey
    • Andrew Johnson
    • William Henry Harrison
    The correct answer is Jimmy Carter.
    Jimmy Carter was the 39th President of the United States, serving from 1977 to 1981. He was the first President to be born in a hospital and the only President to have served as a submariner.
74. The actor George Segal took a lead role in which classic 1970’s movie?
    • A Bridge Too Far
    • The Godfather
    • Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
    • The Godfather Part II
    The correct answer is “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, a classic 1970’s movie starring George Segal in a lead role.
75. The day October 5 falls in which week of the year?
    • 39th
    • 46th
    • 40th
    • 34th
    The asnwer is the 40th week of the year.
    October 5 is the 276th day of the year, and since there are 365 days in a year, it falls within the 40th week of the year.
76. Who is the author of the famous Harry Potter books?
    • Bill Bryson
    • Edgar Rice Burroughs
    • J.R.R. Tolkien
    • JK Rowling
    The correct answer is “JK Rowling”.
    JK Rowling is a British author best known for her series of fantasy novels, “Harry Potter”, which have become widely popular and have been adapted into films.
77. Name a 1994 movie starring Nicolas Cage?
    • My Beautiful Laundrette
    • It Could Happen to You
    • Bird on a Wire
    • The Heartbreak Kid
    The correct answer is “It Could Happen to You”.
    It Could Happen to You is a romantic comedy starring Nicolas Cage and Bridget Fonda, released in 1994.
78. In which year was the movie “Gangs of New York” starring Leonardo DiCaprio released?
    • 2001
    • 2003
    • 2008
    • 2002
    The correct answer is 2002.
    Gangs of New York, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, was released in 2002, the same year DiCaprio was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in the film.
79. What is the real or full name of superstar Tom Cruise?
    • Justin Randall Timberlake
    • Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson
    • Thomas Cruise Mapother IV
    • Cate Blanchett
    The correct answer is Thomas Cruise Mapother IV.
    Thomas Cruise Mapother IV is the full name of the actor, Tom Cruise, reflecting his family’s lineage and generational history.

80. The famous quote “This above all: to thine own self be true” is from which one of William Shakespeare’s works?
    • Tonight at 8.30
    • Othello
    • A Song at Twilight
    • Hamlet
    The correct answer is “Hamlet”.
    The quote is from William Shakespeare’s tragedy, Hamlet, in which it is spoken by Polonius as advice to his son, Laertes.

81. What is the latin name for Black Bear?
    • Homarus Gammarus
    • Acinonyx Jubatus
    • Ursus Americanus
    • Canis Latrans
    The correct answer is Ursus Americanus.
    Ursus Americanus is the scientific name for the black bear, the most common species of bear in North America.
82. Whiplash was a character from which 1980’s toy craze?
    • ThunderCats
    • Zoids
    • He-Man & The Masters of the Universe
    • Transformers
    The coorect answer is He-Man & The Masters of the Universe.
    He-Man & The Masters of the Universe was a popular toy line and cartoon series from the 1980s, featuring characters such as He-Man, Skeletor, and Whiplash.
83. Name a 2005 movie starring Will Smith?
    • Hitch
    • Starsky & Hutch
    • Bird on a Wire
    • The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
    The correct answer is “Hitch”.
    Hitch is a 2005 romantic comedy starring Will Smith as a dating consultant who helps a shy accountant find love.
84. Which of the following is a popular music streaming service?
    • Disney+
    • Hulu
    • Spotify
    • Netflix
    The correct answer is Spotify.
    Spotify is an online music streaming service that allows users to access a large library of music from multiple genres and artists.

85. What does the acronym ASAP mean?
    • As Seen As Possible
    • As Swift As Possible
    • As Speedy As Possible
    • As Soon As Possible
    The correct answer is “As Soon As Possible”.
    ASAP is an acronym that is used to indicate a request to complete a task as quickly as possible.
86. Name a 2002 movie starring Daniel Day-Lewis?
    • Legends of the Fall
    • Ghostbusters II
    • Gangs of New York
    • Lincoln
    The correct answer is “Gangs of New York”.
    Gangs of New York is a 2002 American epic period drama film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Daniel Day-Lewis. The film tells the story of the formation of the Five Points gang in 19th century New York City.
87. Name a 1987 movie starring Nicolas Cage?
    • Moonstruck
    • Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me
    • Lord of War
    • Apocalypto
    The correct answer is “Moonstruck”.
    Moonstruck is a 1987 romantic comedy starring Nicolas Cage and Cher.
88. What is the latin name for Orangutan?
    • Delphinus Delphis
    • Alcea Rosea
    • Pongo Pygmaeus
    • Panthera Onca
    The correct answer is Pongo Pygmaeus.
    This Latin name is derived from the genus of the orangutan, Pongo, and the species, pygmaeus, which means dwarf.
89. What was the name of the R&B girl-group that Beyoncé was lead singer in?
    • TLC
    • En Vogue
    • SWV
    • Destiny’s Child
    The correct answer is “Destiny’s Child”.
    Destiny’s Child was an American R&B girl-group formed in the late 1990s, with Beyoncé as the lead singer.

90. How many sides does a cylinder have?
    • 9
    • 5
    • 2
    • 3
    The correct answer is 3 sides.
    A cylinder has two circular sides and one flat side, which form 3 total sides.

91. Name a 2002 movie starring Nicolas Cage?
    • Blended
    • The Legend of Bagger Vance
    • Adaptation
    • Dolemite Is My Name
    The correct answer is “Adaptation”.
    Adaptation is a 2002 comedy-drama starring Nicolas Cage as a screenwriter struggling to adapt a book into a screenplay.
92. In what year was Oliver Stone’s movie “JFK” released?
    • 1989
    • 1991
    • 1970
    • 1999
    The correct answer is 1991.
    Oliver Stone’s movie JFK, a historical drama about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, was released in 1991.
93. What color commonly represents communism?
    • Yellow
    • White
    • Red
    • Blue
    The correct answer is “Red”.
    Red is widely associated with communism due to its symbolic representation of revolution and its connection to the Soviet Union’s flag.
94. What is the 7th year wedding anniversary traditionally represented by?
    • Copper or Wool
    • Bone
    • Suede
    • Ivory
    The correct answer is Copper or Wool.
    The 7th year wedding anniversary is traditionally represented by copper or wool, symbolizing the strength, warmth and comfort of a long-lasting marriage.
95. In what year was the ESB founded?
    • 1927
    • 1925
    • 1937
    • 1935
    The correct answer is “1927”.
    The ESB was founded in 1927, marking the beginning of a long history of providing electricity to homes and businesses in Ireland.
96. What is the real or full name of superstar Beyoncé?
    • Adele Laurie Blue Adkins
    • Onika Tanya Maraj
    • Charlotte Rampling
    • Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
    The correct answer is Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter.
    Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter is the full name of the multi-talented singer, songwriter, actress, and entrepreneur known to the world as simply Beyoncé.
97. Name a 1995 movie starring Mel Gibson?
    • Braveheart
    • Sandy Wexler
    • Gemini Man
    • Going Overboard
    The correct answer is “Braveheart”.
    Braveheart is a 1995 historical drama film directed by and starring Mel Gibson as William Wallace, a 13th-century Scottish warrior who led a revolt against the English.
98. In which Olympics did Mark Spitz win seven gold medals?
    • 1954
    • 1987
    • 1972
    • 1969
    The correct answer is “1972”.
    Mark Spitz won seven gold medals at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany.
99. Singapore Changi Airport situated in Singapore uses which 3-letter airport code?
    • DTW
    • MCO
    • SIN
    • MEX
    The correct answer is SIN.
    The 3-letter airport code for Singapore Changi Airport is SIN, which stands for Singapore International Airport.

100. In which year was the movie “Sonic the Hedgehog” starring Jim Carrey released?
     • 2022
     • 2021
     • 2012
     • 2020
     The correct answer is 2020.
     The movie Sonic the Hedgehog starring Jim Carrey was released in 2020.

101. In a standard deck of 52 cards which card is known as the “Death Card”?
     • Two of Hearts
     • Ace of Spades
     • Three of Clubs
     • Seven of Diamonds
     The correct answer is “Ace of Spades”.
     The Ace of Spades is often referred to as the Death Card due to its association with death and bad luck.
102. Which of these UK cities DO NOT have an underground railway system?
     • Glasgow
     • Newcastle
     • Manchester
     • Liverpool
     The correct answer is “Manchester”.
     Manchester does not have an underground railway system, instead relying on an extensive tram network.
103. Damon Hill is known for their abilities in primarily which sport?
     • Basketball
     • Archery
     • Synchronized Swimming
     • Formula One Racing
     The correct answer is Formula One Racing.
     Damon Hill is a retired British racing driver who is best known for his achievements in Formula One Racing, where he won the World Championship in 1996.
104. What is the Scrabble score for the 3-letter word “Car”?
     • 3 points
     • 7 points
     • 5 points
     • 8 points
     The correct answer is 5 points.
     Car is a 3-letter word that is worth 5 points in the game of Scrabble. The points are awarded based on the letter’s value in the game.

105. What year was the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) established to develop web standards?
     • 1995
     • 1994
     • 1997
     • 1998
     The correct answer is 1994.
     The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) was established in 1994 to create standards and protocols for the development of the World Wide Web.
106. What is the latin name for Hare?
     • Lepus Europaeus
     • Suricata Suricatta
     • Puma Concolor
     • Antilope Cervicapra
     The correct answer is Lepus Europaeus.
     Lepus Europaeus is the scientific name for the European hare, a species of hare found in Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa.
107. Name a 2016 movie starring Nicolas Cage?
     • Army of One
     • World Trade Center
     • The Last Detail
     • Wayne’s World
     The correct answer is “Army of One”.
     Army of One is a 2016 comedy-drama film starring Nicolas Cage as an eccentric handyman who embarks on a mission to find Osama bin Laden.
108. What is a gondola?
     • A vedgetable
     • A fruit
     • A boat
     • A dog
     The correct answer is “A boat”.
     A gondola is a long, narrow, flat-bottomed boat traditionally used in Venice, Italy, and is propelled by a single oarsman.
109. “CO2” is the chemical formula for which gas?
     • Hydrogen
     • Ammonia
     • Fluorine
     • Carbon dioxide
     The correct answer is Carbon dioxide.
     Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless gas composed of two oxygen atoms and one carbon atom. It is a major component of Earth’s atmosphere, and is essential for photosynthesis in plants.

110. What is the Thursday before Easter called?
     • Passover Thursday
     • Hungry Thursday
     • Fasting Thursday
     • Maundy Thursday
     The correct answer is “Maundy Thursday”.
     Maundy Thursday is the Thursday before Easter, and is traditionally a day of religious observance and reflection. It is named after the Latin word for “command,” referring to Jesus’ commandment to his disciples to love one another.

111. Hurricane Katrina disaster took place in which year?
     • 2000
     • 2006
     • 2005
     • 2023
     The correct answer is 2005.
     Hurricane Katrina was a devastating natural disaster that occurred in 2005, causing catastrophic damage in the United States along the Gulf Coast, particularly in Louisiana and Mississippi.
112. In what year was the Jame Bond movie “Tomorrow Never Dies” released?
     • 1986
     • 1997
     • 1992
     • 1993
     The correct answer is 1997.
     The James Bond movie “Tomorrow Never Dies” was released in 1997, marking the eighteenth installment in the long-running franchise.
113. A group of penguins is known as a what?
     • A cackle
     • A chattering
     • A parade
     • A colony
     The correct answer is a colony.
     A colony is a large group of penguins that live in one area and are usually part of a larger community.
114. The U.S. state of New Hampshire is abbreviated to which two letters?
     • NH
     • NV
     • UT
     • OH
     The correct abbreviation is “NH”.
     New Hampshire is abbreviated to NH, which stands for “New Hampshire” and is the official two-letter abbreviation used by the United States Postal Service.
115. What is the Scrabble score for the 3-letter word “Red”?
     • 1 points
     • 4 points
     • 7 points
     • 2 points
     The correct answer is 2 points.
     Red is a three-letter word that is worth two points in Scrabble.
116. Which actor portrayed James Bond in the 1974 movie “The Man with the Golden Gun”?
     • Daniel Craig
     • Sean Connery
     • Pierce Brosnan
     • Roger Moore
     The correct answer is Roger Moore.
     Roger Moore is an English actor who was best known for playing the iconic role of James Bond in The Man with the Golden Gun and seven other Bond films.
117. Which river joins Ganga at Allahabad?
     • Yamuna
     • Damodar
     • Indus
     • Godavari
     The correct answer is “Yamuna”.
     Yamuna is a major tributary of the Ganges River that flows through the states of Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh before joining the Ganges at the city of Allahabad.
118. Which U.S. President came before Franklin D. Roosevelt?
     • Herbert Hoover
     • Andrew Johnson
     • Ulysses S. Grant
     • Charles Curtis
     The correct answer is Herbert Hoover.
     Herbert Hoover was the 31st President of the United States, serving from 1929 to 1933, before Franklin D. Roosevelt.
119. “amacrine” is an anagram of which word?
     • demonic
     • american
     • mnemonic
     • titanic
     The correct answer is “american”.
     An anagram is a word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase; in this case, the letters of the word “american” have been rearranged to form the word “amacrine”.

120. What is the name of Neptune’s largest moon?
     • Titan
     • Triton
     • Io
     • Europa
     The correct answer is Triton.
     Triton is a large icy moon that orbits Neptune, making it Neptune’s largest moon.

121. Name a 1992 movie starring Matt Damon?
     • Season of the Witch
     • The Lion King
     • School Ties
     • Little Shop of Horrors
     The correct answer is “School Ties”.
     School Ties is a 1992 American drama film starring Matt Damon as a Jewish student who attends an elite, anti-semitic prep school in 1950s New England.
122. In which year was the movie “Youngblood” starring Keanu Reeves released?
     • 1986
     • 1981
     • 1989
     • 1996
     The correct answer is 1986.
     The movie Youngblood, starring Keanu Reeves, was released in 1986.
123. Which one of the following words is a noun?
     • nocturnal
     • revitalisation
     • adobe
     • cement
     Nocturnal is the noun.
     Nocturnal is a word used to describe animals or activities that occur during the night.
124. Who was the twenty-ninth president of the United States?
     • Chester A. Arthur
     • James Monroe
     • Warren G. Harding
     • George H. W. Bush
     The correct answer is Warren G. Harding.
     Warren G. Harding was the twenty-ninth president of the United States, serving from 1921 to 1923. He was a Republican who was known for his pro-business policies and his emphasis on returning the country to “normalcy” after World War I.

125. What did the Greeks call the present day Amu River in Iran?
     • Ganges
     • Oxus
     • Indus
     • Jhelum
     The correct answer is “Oxus”.
     The Greeks referred to the present day Amu River in Iran as Oxus, which is the Greek name for the river derived from the Old Persian word for the river, “Axa”.
126. What is the Scrabble score for the 3-letter word “Dog”?
     • 1 points
     • 8 points
     • 12 points
     • 5 points
     The correct answer is 5 points.
     Dog is worth 5 points in Scrabble because it is a short, common word with a relatively low letter value.
127. Phobias and panic disorders are classified under what kind of disorder?
     • Personality Disorder
     • Mood Disorder
     • Eating Disorder
     • Anxiety Disorder
     The correct answer is “Anxiety Disorder”.
     Anxiety Disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by intense fear, worry, and distress that interfere with a person’s ability to function normally. Phobias and panic disorders are two types of Anxiety Disorders that cause an individual to experience extreme fear and panic in certain situations.
128. Which plant is buckwheat related to?
     • barley
     • rye
     • wheat
     • rhubarb
     The correct answer is “rhubarb”.
     Buckwheat is related to rhubarb because they are both members of the Polygonaceae family, which is a group of flowering plants.
129. Entomophobia is a fear of?
     • insects
     • the night
     • computers
     • animals
     The correct answer is “insects”.
     Entomophobia is a fear of insects, which is an irrational fear of small creatures with multiple legs, such as flies, beetles, and spiders.

130. What is the latin name for Grizzly Bear?
     • Ursus Arctos
     • Echinacea Purpurea
     • Papio Anubis
     • Myotis Lucifugus
     The correct answer is Ursus Arctos.
     Ursus Arctos is the scientific name for the Grizzly Bear, derived from Latin and meaning ‘bear of the north’.

131. For which basketball team did Bill Russel play defensive center?
     • New York Knicks
     • Indiana Pacers
     • Boston Celtics
     • Chicago Bulls
     The correct answer is “Boston Celtics”.
     Bill Russell was a legendary defensive center for the Boston Celtics, playing for them for 13 seasons and winning 11 NBA championships during that time.
132. What is the capital of Germany?
     • Berlin
     • Munich
     • Frankfurt
     • Hamburg
     The correct answer is Berlin.
     The capital of Germany is Berlin, the largest city in the country and the seat of the federal government.
133. The city of Xi’an is located in which continent?
     • North America
     • Europe
     • Asia
     • South America
     The correct answer is Asia. Did you get it right?
     Xi’an is a major city in the Chinese province of Shaanxi, located in the continent of Asia.
134. Released in 1978 what were the names of the two gangs which John Travolta and Olivia Newton John belonged to in the movie “Grease”?
     • The Z-Word and The Orange Women
     • The B-Gone and The Tiny Dancers
     • The T-Birds and The Pink Ladies
     • The G-Birds and The Green Ladies
     The correct answer is “The T-Birds and The Pink Ladies”.
     The T-Birds and The Pink Ladies were the two gangs in the 1978 movie Grease, which John Travolta and Olivia Newton John belonged to.
135. Who directed the 1980 movie “The Shining?
     • Stanley Kubrick
     • Paul Thomas Anderson
     • Ernst Lubitsch
     • William Dieterle
     The correct answer is Stanley Kubrick.
     Stanley Kubrick was an acclaimed director and filmmaker who directed the psychological horror film The Shining in 1980.
136. In the film E.T. who played the role of Elliott’s little sister Gertie?
     • Dee Wallace
     • Drew Barrymore
     • Erika Eleniak
     • Lori Singer
     The correct answer is “Drew Barrymore”.
     Drew Barrymore is an American actress who played the role of Elliott’s little sister Gertie in the 1982 science fiction film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.
137. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1936 for the movie “Mr. Deeds Goes to Town”?
     • Fred Zinnemann
     • Michael Curtiz
     • Frank Capra
     • David Lynch
     The correct answer is Frank Capra.
     Frank Capra won the Best Director Oscar in 1936 for his work on the movie Mr. Deeds Goes to Town, a comedy-drama starring Gary Cooper.
138. Which one of the following dates was a leap year?
     • 1977
     • 1976
     • 1975
     • 1978
     The correct answer is 1976.
     1976 was a leap year because it is divisible by 4, making it a year with an extra day added to February.
139. Which of the following countries is NOT in Europe?
     • Spain
     • Cyprus
     • Togo
     • Czech Republic
     The correct answer is Togo.
     Togo is a West African country located between Ghana and Benin, and is therefore not part of the European continent.

140. The Lunar Orbiter 1 satellite was launched in what year?
     • 1975
     • 1966
     • 1968
     • 1990
     The correct answer is 1966.
     The Lunar Orbiter 1 satellite was launched in 1966, making it the first U.S. spacecraft to orbit the Moon.

141. Fastest Human-Powered Vehicle record attempt by Sam Whittingham took place in which year?
     • 2012
     • 2013
     • 2016
     • 2011
     The correct answer is 2013.
     Sam Whittingham’s attempt to break the world record for the fastest human-powered vehicle took place in 2013, when he reached a top speed of 82.8 mph.
142. In which year was Nelson Mandela released from prison?
     • 1991
     • 1990
     • 2022
     • 2006
     The correct answer is “1990”.
     Nelson Mandela was released from prison in South Africa on February 11, 1990 after spending 27 years in jail for his anti-apartheid activism.
143. Who painted the masterpiece “The Laughing Cavalier”?
     • Ian McEwan
     • Frans Hals
     • Frida Kahlo
     • Henri Matisse
     The correct answer is Frans Hals.
     Frans Hals was a Dutch Golden Age painter who is best known for his portrait paintings, including his masterpiece The Laughing Cavalier.
144. What year did Emily Pankhurst chain herself to 10 Downing Street?
     • 1907
     • 1897
     • 1910
     • 1893
     The correct answer is “1907”.
     In 1907, Emily Pankhurst, a leader of the British suffragette movement, famously chained herself to 10 Downing Street in London in protest of the government’s refusal to grant women the right to vote.
145. The day November 9 falls in which week of the year?
     • 47th
     • 45th
     • 35th
     • 46th
     The asnwer is the 45th week of the year.
     November 9 falls in the 45th week of the year, which is the last week of October and the first week of November.
146. Which character or actor did NOT appear in “The Good Doctor”?
     • Claire Browne
     • Shaun Murphy
     • Harry Beltik
     • Aaron Glassman
     The correct answer is Harry Beltik.
     Harry Beltik is a fictional character from the novel “The Queen’s Gambit” and did not appear in the television show “The Good Doctor”.
147. Who released the 70’s album entitled Cosmo’s Factory
     • Genesis
     • Creedence Clearwater Revival
     • Paul Simon
     • KISS
     The correct answer is “Creedence Clearwater Revival”.
     Creedence Clearwater Revival was an American rock band that released the 1970 album, “Cosmo’s Factory”.
148. San Marzano is a variety of which produce?
     • Tomato
     • Apple
     • Berry
     • Melon
     The correct answer is Tomato.
     San Marzano is an heirloom variety of tomato, prized for its sweet, rich flavor and its low acidity.
149. Jared Goff is known for their abilities in primarily which sport?
     • American Football
     • Athletics
     • Basketball
     • Shooting
     The correct answer is American Football.
     Jared Goff is a professional American Football player, renowned for his skill and success in the sport.
150. What is the baptismal name of Pope John XXIII?
     • Angelo Roncalli
     • Sandro Pertini
     • Albino Luciani
     • Aldo Moro
     The correct answer is “Angelo Roncalli”.
     Angelo Roncalli was the baptismal name of Pope John XXIII, chosen at his christening when he was born in 1881.