People's Quiz Questions Batch 18 - BBC
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The red and the eastern grey are species of which native Australian animal? Kangaroo<br />
When referring to controlling the temperature in a building or car, what does the abbreviation AC<br />
stand for?<br />
Air conditioning<br />
Scottish outlaw Robert MacGregor was better known by which nickname? Rob Roy<br />
In which English county is the market town of Maldon? Essex<br />
Fair Isle lies off the coast of which country in the UK? Scotland<br />
What was the first name of Baekeland who invented the plastic 'Bakelite'? Leo<br />
Which picture playing card ranks below the King but above the Jack in most card games? The Queen<br />
Which rainforest is the largest on Earth? Amazon<br />
In plant welfare, potassium, phosphate and what 'N's are all essential nutrients? Nitrates<br />
What is the area of the United Kingdom; 94,000 square miles or 320,000 square miles? 94,000 square miles<br />
What Scottish town gives it's name to a group of guards who were formed there in 1660 ? Coldstream<br />
What is the first name of Pasteur, the discoverer of the anthrax vaccine? Louis<br />
What is the common name for the small cubes with faces bearing 1 to 6 spots, used in games or<br />
gambling?<br />
What 'S' describes the relationship between living things that depend on each other for life? Symbiosis<br />
Is a columbine a plant or an animal? Plant<br />
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Which US director's films include the comedies 'Blazing Saddles' and 'Young Frankenstein'? Mel Brooks<br />
The Welsh counties of Powys and Gwent are home to which mountains? Black Mountains<br />
Which area of heathland with beech and oak woodland is situated in south-west Hampshire? New Forest<br />
What 'E' is the most abundant chemical in methylated spirits? Ethanol<br />
What is the common name for a contest between two teams pulling opposite ends of a rope? Tug of War<br />
In the insect world, what 'P' is the name given to the stage between larva and adult? Pupa<br />
Is a capsicum a plant or an animal? Plant<br />
Which fictional, 19th century British naval officer was created by novelist C S Forester? Horatio Hornblower<br />
Which Scottish Hebridean island is the larger; Skye or Barra? Skye<br />
Which chalk hills are situated in East and West Sussex? The South Downs<br />
In physics, what is measured in lamberts or lumens? Light<br />
Double Dutch' is a variation on which British children's playground activity? Skipping<br />
What 'O' is the process by which water enters into plant roots? Osmosis<br />
What 'A' is the study of crops and soils? Agronomy<br />
Which US record producer of the '60s is best known for his 'Wall of Sound'? Phil Spector<br />
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The Isle of Bute is off the coast of which country of the UK? Scotland<br />
What 'T' is a county in the centre of the Republic of Ireland, in the province of Munster? Tipperary<br />
Which "P" is an alloy of tin and lead which was often used to make drinking tankards? Pewter<br />
The casino card game with the object of scoring twenty one is known as Black. . .what? Jack<br />
What 'C' is a roofed-over cavity in the Earth's crust, usually produced by the action of<br />
underground water?<br />
What 'H' can follow bluebell, grape and water to make the name of a flower? Hyacinth<br />
In 1997, a branch of the Guggenheim museum opened in which Spanish city? Bilbao<br />
Which male first name is shared by the movie stars, Newman, Bettany and Hogan? Paul<br />
At which venue in London is the Ideal Home Exhibition held annually? Earl's Court<br />
What is the name of the headland on the coast of East Sussex, famous for its high chalk cliffs? Beachy Head<br />
At sea level, is air pressure approximately fifteen or thirty pounds per square inch? Fifteen<br />
What 'A' is the name given to a bet in which the winnings from one bet are carried forward as a<br />
stake on the next?<br />
The tusk of the Narwhal, a species of whale, was sometimes sold as the horn of which mythical<br />
creature?<br />
Cave<br />
Accumulator<br />
Unicorn<br />
What type of flower is named after the German herbalist, Leonard Fuchs? Fuchsia<br />
Which Bond actor was born in Edinburgh, Scotland? Sean Connery<br />
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In London, the four training institutions for barristers and law students are known as the Inns of<br />
.... what?<br />
According to tradition, which bright yellow flower can supposedly be used to tell if someone likes<br />
butter?<br />
Which small landlocked country in Southern Africa is situated in the highest part of the<br />
Drakensberg mountains?<br />
Court<br />
Buttercup<br />
Lesotho<br />
In which English county did The Great Train Robbery of 1963 take place? Buckinghamshire<br />
As well as the name of Batman's fictional city, Gotham is also a village in which European<br />
country?<br />
What 'C' is the name of the force which operates when an athlete whirls a hammer around his<br />
head?<br />
Which trivia board game involving coloured wedges was invented in 1979 by Scott Abbott and<br />
Chris Haney?<br />
Associated with the story of Moses, what 'B' is the popular alternative name of the plant, reed<br />
mace?<br />
What is the common name for the atmospheric effect caused mainly by the presence of gases<br />
that absorb the sun's rays?<br />
England<br />
Centrifugal Force<br />
Trivial Pursuit<br />
Bulrush<br />
Mary Quant is most closely associated with popularising which style of skirt in the 1960s? Mini skirt<br />
Greenhouse Effect<br />
The last chapter of which Charlotte Brontë novel begins with the line, "Reader, I married him"? Jane Eyre<br />
What 'L' is a city in Lincolnshire that stands on a limestone ridge and overlooks The Fens? Lincoln<br />
In which country of the UK was the former county Mid-Glamorgan? Wales<br />
Electrum is the name of an alloy of gold and which other metal? Silver<br />
In the garden, what 'B' is another name for the herb Deadly Nightshade? Belladonna<br />
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Which'C' is a goat-like antelope, found in the alps, whose skin is made into a soft, pliant leather? Chamois<br />
What is the seventh colour of the rainbow? Violet<br />
In 1958, which US rock 'n' roll legend had a UK number one hit with the single 'Jailhouse Rock'? Elvis Presley<br />
The Java Trench, also called the Sunda Trench, is situated in which ocean? Indian<br />
The Prime Meridian Line passes through an observatory in which Greater London borough? Greenwich<br />
What is 'hi-fi' an abbreviation of? High Fidelity<br />
What is the literal English translation of 'aqua fortis', the Latin name for nitric acid? Strong Water<br />
Which squirrel is native to Britain - red or grey? Red<br />
Which animals, related to mice, are famed for their sleepiness, and take their name from the<br />
Latin for 'sleep'?<br />
Dormice<br />
Which electrical discharge is named after the patron saint of sailors? St Elmo's Fire<br />
Composed by Igor Stravinsky, what is 'The Rite of Spring', a ballet or an opera? Ballet<br />
'The Unforgettable Fire' and 'Achtung Baby' were bestselling albums for which Irish band? U2<br />
How many islands make up the Scilly Isles; 25, 86 or 140? 140<br />
In geology, what 'F' is the name given to a break in rock formation caused by a shift in the earth's<br />
crust?<br />
The name of which gas means water producer in Greek? Hydrogen<br />
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Fault
Two species of squirrel can be found in Britain, red and which other? Grey<br />
Which sea mammals are named because of the manes that the males bear? Sea Lions<br />
What name is given to finely powdered tobacco for sniffing up the nostrils? Snuff<br />
What, in the insect world, is a purple emperor? Butterfly<br />
In the 1930s, which US actress received Oscars for her roles in the films 'Jezebel' and<br />
'Dangerous'?<br />
Bette Davis<br />
Which county in the South West of England has its own traditional language; Cornwall or Devon? Cornwall<br />
What 'B' is the name given to an object that can be broken down by other living things? Biodegradable<br />
In physics, for what does the abbreviation U.V. stand? Ultra-Violet<br />
Amongst plants, which'A' is the part of the flower that contains pollen? Anther<br />
In which country is Kakadu national park? Australia<br />
In the animal kingdom, is a barbel a land or water creature? Water<br />
The informal term 'hackette' is sometimes used to describe a female working in which field? Journalism<br />
The Boat Race takes place annually between Cambridge and which other English university? Oxford<br />
In November 2000, which river flooded the city of York? River Ouse<br />
Which of the body's organs is affected by angina? Heart<br />
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On the internet, for what does F.T.P. stand? File Transfer Protocol<br />
In the natural world birch, elm and beech are all types of what 'T'? Tree<br />
In the plant kingdom, Josephine Bruce and Ena Harkness are varieties of which plant? Rose<br />
In the world of plants, alder and birch are types of what? Tree<br />
In the TV cartoon, in which fictional park do Yogi Bear and Boo-Boo live? Jellystone Park<br />
According to the Bible, to whom were the Ten Commandments given by God? Moses<br />
Dutchman Jan De Groot lent his name to which most northerly inhabited village in Britain? John O'Groats<br />
On which piece of Hi-Fi equipment would you find a stylus? Record player<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country does the C.A. domain represent? Canada<br />
The plant known as Queen Anne's Lace is also known as cow . . . what?' Parsley<br />
What 'B' is a shrub similar to gorse but without spines? Broom<br />
What 'T' is a sharply pointed structure on a rose? Thorn<br />
Which Irish playwright declared that: "Work is the curse of the drinking classes"? Oscar Wilde<br />
Which word, a blend of 'fan' and 'magazine', is given to a publication for followers of a particular<br />
team or performer?<br />
Fanzine<br />
What 'D' is the name of the English city located on the River Derwent? Derby<br />
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What name is given to the study of effects produced by drugs and medicines? Pharmacology<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country does the A.U. Domain represent? Australia<br />
What 'G' can be root or stem and is sometimes used in cookery and medicine? Ginger<br />
Which trees are traditionally associated with churchyards? Yew<br />
Which country introduced the garden tulip to Western Europe in the 16th Century ? Turkey<br />
In the 2002 film ‘Chicago’, which Hollywood actor played Billy Flynn? Richard Gere<br />
What does an altimeter measure? Altitude<br />
Which is further south; Swansea or Cardiff? Cardiff<br />
What 'P' is the name of an instrument consisting of a rod with a weight at the end, suspended to<br />
swing to and fro?<br />
Pendulum<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country is represented by the P.L. domain? Poland<br />
What 'P' describes any animal species that is fed upon by another? Prey<br />
What 'A' is a thistle-like plant with edible, fleshy flower heads, known as hearts? Artichoke<br />
Is a delphinium a plant or an animal? Plant<br />
Of which Middle Eastern country was King Hussein I monarch until his death in 1999? Jordan<br />
Which three stage theatre complex stands on the South Bank of the Thames next to Waterloo<br />
Bridge?<br />
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National Theatre
In which country of the United Kingdom are the Cambrian Mountains? Wales<br />
In computing, for what do the letters 'P.C.' stand? Personal Computer<br />
On the World Wide Web, what country is represented by the Z.A. domain? South Africa<br />
What 'B' is the name for a fragrant resin obtained from various trees and used as a medicine? Balsam<br />
Is the flower nick-named the corpse lily so-called because it is dying out or because of its smell? Smell<br />
In the animal kingdom, what name is used to describe a creature with ten legs? Decapod<br />
According to the proverb,"beggars can't be..." what? Choosers<br />
In 1932, which American aviator became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic? Amelia Earhart<br />
Which Hampshire castle stands above Portsmouth Harbour and is enclosed by a roman wall? Portchester Castle<br />
Is the hormone oestrogen found predominantly in men or women? Women<br />
The Great Mogul and Cullinan are both types of what? Diamonds<br />
Which animal's name was derived from the Greek meaning 'terrible lizard'? Dinosaur<br />
In which country is the only survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World? Egypt<br />
In the animal kingdom, how many pairs of walking legs does a prawn have? Five<br />
What nationality was the 19th century painter J M W Turner? British<br />
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The word 'Shavian' refers to which Irish writer born in <strong>18</strong>56? George Bernard Shaw<br />
What is the name of the harbour in Dorset, formed after the Ice Age by a river that flowed into<br />
The Solent?<br />
What name is given to the temperature at which a solid changes into a liquid? Melting Point<br />
What letter is the chemical symbol for potassium, K or W? K<br />
Which insect's name is derived from a word meaning 'a hundred feet'? Centipede<br />
Which fruit derives its name from its resemblance to a pine cone? Pineapple<br />
In the animal kingdom, by which name are gastropods more commonly known? Molluscs<br />
Which 'p' is a five-letter slang word for cheap wine? Plonk<br />
Which fast-talking US Army sergeant was immortalised on TV by Phil Silvers? Sergeant Bilko<br />
The City of London, or London's Financial District, is often referred to as the Square... What? Mile<br />
Is a macromolecule a very small or very large molecule? Very Large<br />
Which gas is produced by photosynthesis, oxygen or nitrogen? Oxygen<br />
A traditional sight at Christmas, are holly berries poisonous? Yes<br />
What 'P' is the meteorological term for water which falls from a cloud as rain, snow or hail? Precipitation<br />
In the plant world, what 'M' is a term for a disease caused by fungi? Mildew<br />
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The martial art t'ai chi comes from which Asian country? China<br />
Which berry gives the cassis liqueur its characteristic flavour? Blackcurrant<br />
In which country of the UK is Goodrich Castle? England<br />
What is the most malleable metal? Gold<br />
What 'C' is the name given to the shape of the moon when it appears less than half illuminated? Crescent<br />
The Latin name for which well-known herb is mentha piperita? Peppermint<br />
Which "Y" is a plant also known as 'Adam's Needle'? Yucca<br />
In the animal kingdom, which is a species of whale - pilot or captain? Pilot<br />
Which actress in the TV drama 'Silent Witness' is the daughter of Edward Fox and Joanna<br />
David?<br />
Emilia Fox<br />
What is the name of the barber in Rossini's opera 'The Barber of Seville'? Figaro<br />
In which country of the UK is the royal palace of Falkland? Scotland<br />
The sides of a tetrahedron are what shape? Triangular<br />
In astronomy, vernal and autumnal are both types of what? Equinox<br />
In the garden, what 'S' is a young plant grown from a seed? Seedling<br />
In the plant kingdom, what 'T' is a straight, tapering root which grows downwards from the stem? Taproot<br />
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In which country in South America did the Monkey Puzzle tree originate? Chile<br />
On the Mohs scale of the hardness of minerals, which gemstone has the highest value of ten? Diamond<br />
In the UK, what is the maximum legal speed limit for cars when driving on motorways? 70 mph<br />
What 'R' is a city and port in Kent situated on the Medway estuary? Rochester<br />
What 'A' is the name given to an Illumination high in the atmosphere, often known as the<br />
Northern Lights?<br />
Aurora<br />
In astronomy, total, annular and lunar are all types of what? Eclipse<br />
What is the living content of a plant cell called - protoplasm or cytoplasm? Protoplasm<br />
In which part of the flower do plant seeds develop? Ovary<br />
What 'R' is the name given to the vast forests which grow at or near to the Equator? Rainforests<br />
Cinnamon is a warm, sweet spice that comes from the bark of a tree native to which of the<br />
world’s continents?<br />
My Story So Far' is the first autobiography from which Manchester United and England striker? Wayne Rooney<br />
Which limestone plateau is a national park at the southern end of the Pennines in Derbyshire? Peak District<br />
The term humidity expresses the content of what in the atmosphere? Moisture<br />
In computer technology, what 'F' prepares a magnetic disk for storing information? Formatting<br />
On a hazel tree, what colour are the tiny female flowers? Red<br />
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Asia
What are the so-called 'Living Stones' found in Southern Africa - plants or animals? Plants<br />
In the world of plants, deciduous trees lose what in winter? Leaves<br />
The 2006 film entitled 'The Last King of Scotland' is based on the regime of which African<br />
dictator?<br />
Idi Amin<br />
What is the name of Mickey Mouse's girlfriend? Minnie<br />
In which European country is the county of Kerry? Republic of Ireland<br />
By what name is the central solid layer of the Earth, beneath the crust and mantle, known? The Core<br />
What D is the process of reducing the concentration of a solution by adding a solvent such as<br />
adding water to cordial?<br />
If a plant is an annual, for how many years does it live? One<br />
Dilution<br />
What is the name of the world's largest type of frog - the goliath frog or the cane frog? The Goliath Frog<br />
What are the most extreme northern forests of North America and Europe - coniferous or<br />
deciduous?<br />
Coniferous<br />
Which two-word Latin phrase literally means 'without limit' or 'forever'? Ad Infinitum<br />
How is the British Academy of Film and Television Arts more commonly abbreviated? BAFTA<br />
On which English coast is the town of Lowestoft; east or west? East<br />
Does a comet's tail always point away from or towards the sun? Away<br />
What cloud collects at the surface of the Earth and is caused by the air temperature falling below<br />
dew point?<br />
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Fog
In the plant world, what 'E' is a layer of flat, waxy cells on the surface of a leaf? Epidermis<br />
What 'O' is a nocturnal bird of prey often associated with wisdom? Owl<br />
In which hemisphere would you find a boreal forest - Northern or Southern? Northern<br />
The Clyde is the principal river of which UK country? Scotland<br />
What colour was the comic book character 'The Incredible Hulk'? Green<br />
Dublin is on which coast of Ireland; east or west? East Coast<br />
Which dinosaur got its name because it had three horns on its face, one over each eye and one<br />
on its nose?<br />
Triceratops<br />
What 'U' is a type of radiation that can cause sunburn to the skin? Ultra-Violet<br />
What 'M' is a type of grass with very small seeds, often fed to budgies? Millet<br />
What kind of animal is a fulmar? Bird<br />
What 'D' is one of Britain's smallest flowering plants and grows on the surface of ponds and<br />
ditches?<br />
Duckweed<br />
What is the English equivalent of the Spanish boy's name Eduardo? Edward<br />
In the children's TV series, what type of animal is the puppet Muffin? Mule<br />
In which English county is the town of Basildon? Essex<br />
Which 'T' is a meteorological phenomenon known as a 'twister' in the midwest states of America? Tornado<br />
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What do thermometers and pyrometers measure? Temperature<br />
What 'M' is the name usually applied to an area of land that is elevated steeply above the<br />
surrounding terrain?<br />
The female of which animal is known as a nanny? Goat<br />
What trap do some species of spider weave to catch their prey? Web<br />
Mountain<br />
Of which food product is Danish Blue a variety? Cheese<br />
The childen's TV drama series, 'Grange Hill' is set in what type of institution? School<br />
What is the largest county in the Republic of Ireland? Cork<br />
In a car, how is the accumulator more commonly known? Battery<br />
Which 'G' is an explosive mixture of potassium nitrate, powdered charcoal and sulphur? Gunpowder<br />
In the vegetable world the Kumara is a sweet potato native to which country? New Zealand<br />
Which strong-smelling purple shrub has its flowers cultivated for its oil and is often used in<br />
perfumery and medicine?<br />
Lavender<br />
Which seal-like, tusked mammal's Greek name, Odobenus, means 'tooth-walker'? Walrus<br />
Which Andrew Lloyd Webber musical with a religious theme was made into a successful film in<br />
1973?<br />
In athletics, how many events are in a decathlon? Ten<br />
In which country of the British Isles is the River Forth? Scotland<br />
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Is the scientific symbol of the male a circle with an arrow or a circle with a cross? Arrow<br />
What number is represented by a 1 followed by nine zeros? Billion<br />
What 'B' is a small blackish edible fruit that grows on a prickly bush known as a bramble? Blackberry<br />
In the plant kingdom, how many species of tree are native to Britain - 33 or 94? 33<br />
Is a roach a freshwater fish or a sea fish? Freshwater<br />
Stephen Merchant and which comedian are the creators of the hit TV comedy, 'Extras'? Ricky Gervais<br />
How many letters are there in the abbreviation GCSE? Four<br />
What type of creature is a bittern; bird or reptile? Bird<br />
Which animated band had a 2001 UK hit single with the song 'Clint Eastwood'? Gorillaz<br />
In science, do electrons have a positive or negative charge? Negative<br />
What is the first name of Einstein, the physicist who won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921? Albert<br />
In which British city are Putney bridge and Hammersmith bridge? London<br />
Richmond upon Thames is a borough of which English city? London<br />
Each episode of which programme opened with a musical box, which was described as 'Wound<br />
up and ready to play'?<br />
The west coast of Mexico overlooks which ocean? Pacific<br />
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In which ocean would you find the China Sea? Pacific Ocean<br />
What 'R' is another name for Vitamin A? Retinol<br />
In the Bible, how many books are there in the Standard New Testament? 27<br />
In Judaism, what is the name of the ceremony for thirteen-year-old boys attaining religious<br />
adulthood?<br />
Do grapefruit grow on vines or trees? Tree<br />
Where in the body would you find the ciliary muscle? Eye<br />
The seeds of which plant, with the botanical name papaver somniferum, are used to top bread<br />
and rolls?<br />
In the famous story, which character dressed up as Little Red Riding Hood's grandmother? Wolf<br />
Bar Mitzvah<br />
What line follows 'Baa Baa Black Sheep' in the children's nursery rhyme? Have You Any Wool?<br />
Poppy<br />
Embroidery, tapestry and sewing are forms of which craft? Needlework<br />
Which international society for protecting wildlife was founded in 1961? World Wildlife Fund<br />
Lackey, Garden Tiger and Sallow Kitten are all types of which Insect? Moth<br />
What is the nickname of Melanie Brown from the Spice Girls? Scary<br />
In which Year of the 1980s did Michael Jackson release the 'Bad' Album? 1987<br />
Complete the title of the John Steinbeck novel - 'Of Mice and…' what? Men<br />
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In 1972, Britain, Denmark, Norway and Ireland signed the Treaty of Brussels, making them<br />
members of What?<br />
The legend of Dick Whittington claims that he was Lord Mayor of London how many times? 3<br />
The E.E.C<br />
Which actress played Patsy in the TV show ‘Absolutely Fabulous’? Joanna Lumley<br />
'Saint Joan' and 'Mrs Warren's Profession' are plays by which Irish-born writer? George Bernard Shaw<br />
Beginning with the letter 'U' which Cumbrian lake is the 2nd largest in England? Ullswater<br />
What 'H' is a three dimensional image formed by beams of light? Hologram<br />
Commonly used for electrical fittings, Bakelite was the first synthetic type of what? Plastic<br />
In the garden, what 'S' is a mollusc that has a protective shell covering its body? Snail<br />
What 'L' is a tree, bearing poisonous seeds and yellow flowers, whose timber can be used to<br />
make furniture?<br />
Laburnum<br />
In the plant world do roots known as runners grow horizontally or vertically? Horizontally<br />
Which country has the national motto, 'In God We Trust'? USA<br />
According to the nursery rhyme, how many men did "The Grand Old Duke of York" have? Ten Thousand<br />
In which British city are Lambeth bridge and Vauxhall bridge? London<br />
In which country is the Sinai peninsula situated? Egypt<br />
What 'G' is the country from where most northern hemisphere icebergs originate? Greenland<br />
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What 'E' is the name given to the environment in which organisms live and interact? Eco-system<br />
If a person is affected by 'anosmia' what is he unable to do, smell or hear? Smell<br />
In a standard deck of playing cards, the suits are named hearts, diamonds, spades and . . .<br />
what?<br />
John Edgar Hoover was the director of which investigative organisation from 1924 to 1972? Federal Bureau of Investigation<br />
Which jockey opened a chain of restaurants called 'Frankie's' with celebrity chef Marco Pierre<br />
White?<br />
'Ferrari' is a name most closely associated with what means of transport? Cars<br />
Clubs<br />
Frankie Dettori<br />
In which UK country is Blair Castle? Scotland<br />
What is the name of the island which is separated from the south-eastern coast of Africa by the<br />
Mozambique channel?<br />
Was penicillin discovered by Alexander Fleming in 1925, 1928 or 1932 ? 1928<br />
In the garden, which'B' is a herb of the genus ocimum? Basil<br />
Which flower, often worn at weddings as a button-hole decoration, has the botanical name<br />
Dianthus?<br />
What 'F' is the name given to each of the flowering stems making up a head of cauliflower? Floret<br />
Madagascar<br />
Carnation<br />
Which Premiership football team is known as ‘The Magpies’? Newcastle United<br />
In the 1970s TV comedy series 'Fawlty Towers', which actor played the eccentric hotel owner<br />
Basil Fawlty?<br />
John Cleese<br />
In which British city are Tower bridge and Wandsworth bridge? London<br />
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Hawaii is a Pacific state of which country? United States<br />
In which Asian country are the Ellora caves? India<br />
What is the name given to a thick root in, for example, dandelions, that goes straight down into<br />
the soil?<br />
In humans the cranium is typically made up of how many bones, eight or eighty? Eight<br />
What 'B' is a game where numbers on cards are matched with ones produced from a machine by<br />
a caller?<br />
James Madison was the fourth president of the USA in which century - <strong>18</strong>th or 19th? 19th<br />
Which Wigan born entertainer was famous for the songs 'Leaning On a Lampost' and 'When I'm<br />
Cleaning Windows'?<br />
Tap root<br />
Bingo<br />
George Formby<br />
In which country are 'Die Welt' and 'Die Zeit' national newspapers? Germany<br />
In which London park is Speakers' Corner? Hyde Park<br />
Which Danish, self-governing islands lie between the Shetland Islands and Iceland? Faroe Islands<br />
Hokkaido is the northernmost island of which country? Japan<br />
What 'L' is another name for calcium hydroxide, used to lower the acidity in soil? Lime<br />
In humans, the face is usually made up of how many bones, three or fourteen? Fourteen<br />
What is the common name for a chart which displays the genealogy and lineage of a family? Family Tree<br />
In which century was the Jacobean period in England? 17th Century<br />
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The Yuan is the national currency of which Asian country? China<br />
In <strong>18</strong>44, which saint was born in the French town of Lourdes? Bernadette<br />
In which British city is the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children? London<br />
What 'W' is the name for a building that harnesses wind power by means of rotating sails? Windmill<br />
In which continent is the Amur River? Asia<br />
What 'L' is a primitive plant that is a combination of fungus and algae? Lichen<br />
The primary function of the skull is to enclose and protect which organ? Brain<br />
In which outdoor activity is the method of 'ledgering' sometimes employed? Angling<br />
What 'I' was the name of the revolution that saw the mechanisation of many manual tasks? Industrial Revolution<br />
Lady Grey is a variety of which beverage? Tea<br />
In the 1951 film 'A Streetcar Named Desire', which legendary US actor played the character<br />
Stanley Kowalski?<br />
Is water deemed to be hard or soft if it has excessive levels of calcium and magnesium? Hard<br />
Marlon Brando<br />
Piranhas are native to the rivers of which continent? South America<br />
In which US state is the city of West Palm Beach? Florida<br />
Which of the following two rivers is longer; the Volga or the Euphrates? Volga<br />
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What name is given to the ripe fruit of a rose or wild rose? Hip<br />
What is lacking from Australia's Nullarbor Plain? Trees<br />
The Gremlins', published in 1943, was the first children's book by which famous British author? Roald Dahl<br />
According to the children's rhyme, what was stolen by the Knave of Hearts? Tarts<br />
The Patricians were the nobility of which ancient empire? Roman<br />
The plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler in the summer of 1944 was named after which month? July<br />
In biology, what 'E' is the process of losing upper layers of the skin? Exfoliation<br />
In the TV cartoon, what was the name of Popeye's girlfriend? Olive Oyl<br />
At approximately what speed does the Earth travel round the sun; 16,000 mph or 66,000 mph? 66,000 mph<br />
Which word follows zebra, bull and gold to make names of birds? Finch<br />
Alberta is a western province of which North-American country? Canada<br />
The paper used to make Manila envelopes was originally made from plants grown in which<br />
country?<br />
Philippines<br />
Which garden plant is named after the Swedish botanist Anders Dahl? Dahlia<br />
What 'M' is the term given to the journey undertaken by animals to other feeding and breeding<br />
areas?<br />
In the Brothers Grimm fairy story, which siblings found a house made of bread and cakes whilst<br />
lost in the forest?<br />
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Migration<br />
Hansel and Gretel
According to the Harry Potter stories, what type of bird is Hedwig, who carries messages for<br />
Harry?<br />
The League of Nations preceded which famous international organisation? The United Nations<br />
What nationality was the right-wing philosopher Georg Hegel? German<br />
In the human body, in which limb would you find the radius bone? Arm<br />
Nicknamed the 'Sunshine State', the state of Queensland is located in which country? Australia<br />
Which English town is further east; Hastings or Eastbourne? Hastings<br />
Does the Great Barrier Reef lie off the north-eastern or north-western coast of Australia? North-Eastern<br />
The Hubble Space Telescope was launched in which year, 1990 or 1994? 1990<br />
In the garden is Derris Powder used to kill Insects, or weeds? Insects<br />
Detroit and Cheltenham Green Top are both varieties of which vegetable? Beetroot<br />
In the world of plants, the pedicel of a flower is better known as what? Stalk<br />
'Hooray Hooray, It's a Holi-Holiday' was a big hit in 1979 for which pop group? Boney M<br />
Partly the creation of tower builder Gustave Eiffel, which statue welcomes travellers to the port of<br />
New York City?<br />
Owl<br />
Statue of Liberty<br />
The poisonous funnel web and red back spiders are native to which country? Australia<br />
The US singer who had UK hit singles in the 1950s with 'Ain't That A Shame', and 'Blueberry Hill'<br />
is 'Fats…' what?<br />
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Domino
By which name is the Alsatian dog also known? German Shepherd<br />
Which substance, best known as an explosive, is also used to treat heart trouble, such as<br />
angina?<br />
Nitroglycerin<br />
In which British city is Moorfields Eye Hospital? London<br />
Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue in New York are chiefly associated with which activity; sport or<br />
shopping?<br />
Shopping<br />
Boy scout leaders are named after characters from which book by Rudyard Kipling? The Jungle Book<br />
Which Baltic country is on the south coast of the Gulf of Finland? Republic of Estonia<br />
In which European country is the region of Andalusia? Spain<br />
Did computer floppy discs get their name because they were originally floppy? Yes<br />
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy are the first five books of what? The Bible<br />
In religion, what "E" is the exclusion of an offender from the rights and privileges of the Roman<br />
Catholic Church?<br />
What was the real first name of landscape gardener 'Capability' Brown - Tarquin or Lancelot? Lancelot<br />
Excommunication<br />
What 'H' is the word describing a plant which dies to soil level in winter? Herbaceous<br />
What 'T' is a common herbaceous plant of the daisy family, typically with a prickly stem and<br />
leaves?<br />
According to the nursery rhyme 'Three Blind Mice' which parts of the mice did the farmer's wife<br />
cut off?<br />
Thistle<br />
The human skull usually contains how many bones, eight or twenty-two? Twenty-Two<br />
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Tails
Which indoor table game is said to take its name from the French word 'billard' for the game and<br />
the cue?<br />
Billiards<br />
In the plant world does marram grass usually grow on coastal sands or moorland? Coastal Sands<br />
What colour is the ripe fruit of a lime tree? Green<br />
Which spectacled singer of the 1960s was known as The Big O? Roy Orbison<br />
Which Birmingham pop band took their name from an evil character in the science fiction film<br />
'Barbarella'?<br />
In World War One, what was Big Bertha? A Gun<br />
Duran Duran<br />
Who became king at the Restoration in 1660? Charles II<br />
Which Russian Tzar was known as Ivan the Terrible, Ivan III or Ivan IV? Ivan IV<br />
Peter Jackson's 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy was famously filmed on location in which country? New Zealand<br />
Based at Thames House in London, what is the common name of the counter-espionage branch<br />
of the security services?<br />
What type of animal is a shark; a mammal or a fish? Fish<br />
Lonnie Donegan had a UK hit single in the 1950s with 'Does Your… what Lose Its Flavour, On<br />
the Bedpost Overnight'?<br />
MI5<br />
Chewing Gum<br />
Which dog was sacred in ancient China? Pekingese<br />
Gunpowder and nitroglycerine are both types of what? Explosive<br />
In which British city is the Royal National Throat Nose and Ear Hospital on Gray's Inn Road? London<br />
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In which borough of New York City are the shopping districts of Fifth Avenue and Madison<br />
Avenue; Manhattan or Brooklyn?<br />
In the book 'Peter Pan', what sort of animal is Nana, the nursemaid to the Darling children? Dog<br />
In which European country would you find the city of Florence? Italy<br />
Manhattan<br />
What 'Y' is a town in Somerset known for its 400 year old glove-making industry? Yeovil<br />
An alkali always has a PH value of more than what, 7, 9, or 11? Seven<br />
In the Bible, what was the name of King David's wife who was previously married to Nabal,<br />
Abigail or Anna?<br />
Abigail<br />
A 'Get' is a bill of divorce in which religion? Judaism<br />
In the card game cribbage, how many points are scored for a combination of cards adding up to<br />
fifteen?<br />
Which 'C' is a crustacean resembling a lobster and only found in fresh water? Crayfish<br />
What name is given to an area of coastal grassland that is intermittently flooded by salt water? saltmarsh<br />
According to the nursery rhyme 'Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat', who had the cat been to see? The Queen<br />
According to anatomy, where is the 'epidermis' in relation to the 'dermis', above or below? Above<br />
Contract and auction are two versions of which card game? Bridge<br />
In plant life, what 'O' is the name applied to immature seeds which are produced within the<br />
ovaries of a flower?<br />
Is the potato more closely related to the tomato or the leek? Tomato<br />
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Two<br />
Ovule
In which year of the 1960s were The Rolling Stones formed? 1962<br />
Especially For You' was recorded as a duet by two former Australian TV soap-stars; Jason<br />
Donovan and who?<br />
In which century did Attila the Hun reign? 5th<br />
Kylie Minogue<br />
Which British-born statesman formed the British South Africa Company in <strong>18</strong>89? Cecil Rhodes<br />
How many years did the House of Normandy reign in England 69 or 89? 69<br />
'Gunga Din' is the name of a heroic Hindu water-carrier in a poem of Army life by which English<br />
writer?<br />
Rudyard Kipling<br />
In the 1960s TV sitcom ‘The Munsters’, what is the name of Herman’s son? Eddie Munster<br />
What type of creature is a dolphin; a mammal or a fish? Mammal<br />
The title of a 1983 UK hit single by Elton John is 'I Guess That's Why They Call It The…' what? Blues<br />
The mallard is the most common type of which bird in Britain? Duck<br />
Was the first American Satellite Explorer One launched into orbit in 1952 or 1958? 1958<br />
In which British city are the railway stations West Ham and Crystal Palace? London<br />
The terms Rive Gauche and Rive Droite are typically associated with which river? Seine<br />
Captain Hook is a character in which story? Peter Pan<br />
In which ocean is the island of Bali? Indian Ocean<br />
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What 'W' is a port on the coast of Cumbria in North West England? Workington<br />
Charcoal is a form of what element ? Carbon<br />
What 'M' is the name given to a verse or a series of syllables used in meditation in Indian<br />
religions?<br />
Mantra<br />
Which 'M' is the food from Heaven described in the biblical book of Exodus? Manna<br />
When a boat is sailing close-hauled, is the wind blowing from ahead, behind, or from the side? Ahead<br />
What 'P' is the term applied to insecticides, fungicides and herbicides? Pesticides<br />
Which creatures would an Apiculturist keep? Bees<br />
Which children's book by Dick King-Smith featured a pig called Babe, who was brought up by a<br />
sheep dog?<br />
Dermabrasion' is a surgical term for the removal of what, by means of an abrasive tool? Skin<br />
In a standard modern pack of 54 cards, how many Jokers are there? Two<br />
In the world of plants are beans classified as pulses or tubers? Pulses<br />
In the world of wild-life, what 'H' is the name given to the breeding den of an otter? Holt<br />
The Sheep Pig<br />
Which track was released as a double A side with the Beatles song 'Penny Lane' in 1967? Strawberry Fields<br />
What instrument did 1950s rock'n'roll singer Jerry-Lee Lewis famously play? Piano<br />
In the War of the Roses, the House of Lancaster's heraldic badge featured what colour rose? Red<br />
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Castile and Aragon were two separate kingdoms of which country? Spain<br />
Was the hovercraft invented by an Englishman or a Frenchman? Englishman<br />
In which city in the UK is Queen's University found? Belfast<br />
Which British athlete won the Olympic gold medal for the 1500 metres in both 1980 and 1984? Sebastian Coe<br />
In which year was the World Wildlife Fund founded; 1921 or 1961? 1961<br />
Which female US group had UK hit singles in 1999 with the songs 'Unpretty' and 'Dear Lie'? T.L.C.<br />
Which American inventor was known as 'The Wizard of Menlo Park'; Thomas Edison or Wilbur<br />
Wright?<br />
Thomas Edison<br />
What 'F' was the name initially given to the International Space Station? Freedom<br />
In which British city are the railway stations Clapham Junction and Bethnal Green? London<br />
The centre of which European capital city is divided into the Rive Droite and the Rive Gauche? Paris<br />
The programme 'Ivor the Engine' was set in which country of the UK? Wales<br />
Of which country was General Leopoldo Galtieri, the President? Argentina<br />
Which river estuary in northern England is formed at the meeting of the Rivers Ouse and Trent? Humber<br />
Does a calorimeter measure heat or fat content ? Heat<br />
Beginning with 'L' what was the surname of David, the Scot who explored Central and Southern<br />
Africa?<br />
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David Livingstone
In Christianity, which of Jesus' disciples betrayed him after the 'Last Supper'? Judas<br />
How many tiles are there in a standard Mah Jong set - 124, 134 or 144? 144<br />
To which family of flowering plants does aloe vera belong - the rose or the lily family? Lily<br />
What common name is given to the downy seed head of a dandelion? Clock<br />
In which year was the school leaving age raised to 14 in England and Wales, 19<strong>18</strong> or 1948? 19<strong>18</strong><br />
Which vessels carry oxygen-rich blood from the lungs, arteries or veins? Veins<br />
What 'G' is the waging of money or other items of value on an uncertain event? Gambling<br />
What 'C' is a North American bird that shares its name with a high rank of Roman Catholic<br />
priest?<br />
Does the flower of a dandelion open or close in the evening? Close<br />
Cardinal<br />
The word axe was adopted by rock musicians in the 1960s to refer to which Instrument? Guitar<br />
Dance To The Music' was a 1968 UK hit for Sly and the Family... what? Stone<br />
Who was the German leader between 1933 and 1945? Adolf Hitler<br />
Canute became king of which country in 1016? England<br />
What is the family name of brothers Harry, Albert, Jack and Sam who moved from owning<br />
cinemas to making films in 1923?<br />
How many days are there in the month of April? 30<br />
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Warner
'Vienna' and 'Dancing With Tears In My Eyes' were Top 10 hits for which British band of the '80s? Ultravox<br />
What 'W' is a type of bird, so-called because of its ability to drill into the trunks of trees with its<br />
beak?<br />
Which 1979 Boomtown Rats single began with the lyrics 'The silicon chip inside her head gets<br />
switched to overload'?<br />
Woodpecker<br />
I Don't Like Mondays<br />
What 'A' is the envelope of gases which surrounds the Earth or any other celestial body? Atmosphere<br />
What is the first name of the Scottish missionary, Livingstone, who explored Africa? David<br />
In which British city are Crystal Palace and Alexandra Palace? London<br />
The towns of Nanterre and Vitry-sur-Seine are peripheral to which European capital city? Paris<br />
In the children's TV programme 'Ivor the Engine' the driver was known as 'Jones the...' what? Steam<br />
In which Scandinavian country is Lake Vattern and the port of Varberg? Sweden<br />
Which coastal resort in East Sussex has a ruined castle originally built by William the Conqueror? Hastings<br />
Which chemical element is more reactive - sodium or mercury? Sodium<br />
In religion, according to Sikh teachings, how many 'Evil Passions' are there five or fifteen? Five<br />
In the Bible, what 'G' was the name of the garden to which Jesus went with his disciples after the<br />
Last Supper?<br />
Which 'J' is a energetic American dance that evolved from the jitterbug in the 1940s and 1950s? Jive<br />
Gethsemane<br />
The anther and the filament in a flower together make up which 'S'? Stamen<br />
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What name is given to the art of inducing plants to produce flowers or fruit before their normal<br />
season?<br />
The founder of the charity set up in London in <strong>18</strong>67 to help destitute children was Thomas John...<br />
who?<br />
Forcing<br />
Barnardo<br />
A 'leukocyte' is which type of blood cell, red or white? White<br />
For which activity do competitors prepare horse chestnuts by pickling them in vinegar or baking<br />
them in an oven?<br />
The flowers and berries from which common hedgerow bush can be used to make wine, jelly and<br />
flavoured cordials?<br />
Conkers<br />
What 'L' is a type of worm commonly found on sandy beaches and often used as fishing bait? Lugworm<br />
What Carl Perkins song about colourful footwear was a UK hit for Elvis Presley? Blue Suede Shoes<br />
Which famous American family pop group achieved hits with 'I Want You Back' and 'ABC'? The Jackson Five<br />
Did Hannibal who marched across the Alps to attack Rome die in <strong>18</strong>3 BC or <strong>18</strong>3 AD? (<strong>18</strong>3) B.C<br />
Caligula was emperor of which empire between 37 and 41AD? Roman<br />
Greece overthrew the rule of which country in the late <strong>18</strong>20s? Turkey<br />
In the nursery rhyme ‘Incey Wincey Spider’, what did the spider climb? The waterspout<br />
Who wrote the opera 'The Mastersingers of Nuremberg'? Richard Wagner<br />
What 'M' is the name commonly given to the cry of a domestic cat? Miaow<br />
Bob the Builder had a UK number one single in September 2001 with a cover version of which<br />
song?<br />
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Elder<br />
Mambo Number 5
Rust forms when iron corrodes in the presence of water and which gas? Oxygen<br />
What was the first name of Jenner, the inventor of the smallpox vaccination? Edward<br />
In which British city are the areas of Gray's Inn and Lincoln's Inn? London<br />
The towns of Versailles and Creteil are peripheral to which capital city? Paris<br />
According to the children's programme title, what type of men were Bill and Ben? Flowerpot<br />
The city of Trento is in which European country? Italy<br />
Is the port of Peterhead on the east or west coast of Scotland? East<br />
Do endothermic reactions release energy or absorb it? Absorb<br />
Is the 'Bible Belt' in the North or South of the United States of America? South<br />
In Christianity, in which month of the year is Epiphany celebrated? January<br />
What 'M' is the name given to a mound of snow on a ski-slope? Mogul<br />
Which now-extinct creature looked like an elephant with a thick coat of hair? Mammoth<br />
Which 'B' is a South American nut is also known as the para nut or cream nut? Brazil nut<br />
Which international charity was founded in 1919 by Eglantyne Jebb, originally to help destitute<br />
Austrian children after the First World War?<br />
Which sort of blood cell lacks a nucleus, red or white? Red<br />
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Save the Children (Fund)
In chess, which piece stands between the King and the Knight at the start of the game? Bishop<br />
Which public gardens in London are thought to have one of the world's largest collection of<br />
plants?<br />
In the garden is Oleander classed as a herb or flower? Flower<br />
Kew Gardens<br />
What itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeny garment was worn in a song sung by Brian Hyland? Yellow, polka-dot bikini<br />
Benny and Bjorn from the pop group Abba collaborated with Tim Rice on which musical? Chess<br />
Which Russian leader eliminated all opposition between 1936 and 1938 in what became known<br />
as the Great Purge?<br />
Caesarion was the son of Julius Caesar and which queen? Cleopatra<br />
How many female prime ministers of the United Kingdom have there been? One<br />
Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are team captains on which long-running TV series? Have I Got News For You<br />
In the world of beauty treatments, a 'manicure' deals with which part of the body? Hands<br />
In which English city are Regent's Park and St James's Park? London<br />
The naval base of Toulon on the Mediterranean Sea is in which country? France<br />
Which of the British Isles is home to Culver Cliff? Isle of Wight<br />
Which 'C' is the acid naturally contained in rainwater? Carbonic Acid<br />
Defoliation' is the removal of what from a plant? Leaves<br />
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Stalin
What 'S' is the name given to the hard plastic breathing tube used by underwater swimmers? Snorkel<br />
Which general led the rebellion during the Spanish Civil War from 1936-39? General Franco<br />
In 1916, the Royal Navy fought which country's fleet at the Battle of Jutland? Germany<br />
In his classic poem about daffodils, William Wordsworth wrote that he "wandered lonely as a ...."<br />
what?<br />
In which Canadian city is Pearson International airport? Toronto<br />
On which continent is the Republic of Tanzania? Africa<br />
Is the town of Aberfeldy in Scotland or Wales? Scotland<br />
North of the equator, do hurricanes spin clockwise or anti-clockwise? Anti-clockwise<br />
What 'H' is the soft decaying leaf litter found on forest floors? Humus<br />
In which type of bowls is the playing area higher in the centre than at the edges - lawn or crown<br />
green?<br />
Cloud<br />
Crown green<br />
What was the nationality of General de Gaulle? French<br />
In 1996, which country won the Eurovision Song Contest for a record 7th time? Ireland<br />
The 1973 Elton John hit 'Candle In The Wind' was released as a tribute to which American<br />
screen legend?<br />
Marilyn Monroe<br />
The name of which Chinese city literally means 'city on the sea'? Shanghai<br />
In which North American country is the state of Tabasco? Mexico<br />
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The town of Airdrie is in which country of the UK? Scotland<br />
What 'D' are a series of events or images perceived in the mind during sleep? Dreams<br />
What 'A' is the type of respiration that occurs without molecular oxygen? Anaerobic<br />
Which gardens became well-established in 16th century Italy to preserve and cultivate plants<br />
from all over the world?<br />
Botanical Gardens<br />
Who assumed the title Fuhrer of Germany after the death of President Von Hindenburg in 1934? Adolf Hitler<br />
Which religious order did St Francis of Assisi found? Franciscan Order<br />
In the nursery rhyme, 'Ride a Cock Horse' where is the 'cock-horse' ridden to? Banbury Cross<br />
What is the capital city of Malta? Valetta<br />
What type of wind is a sirocco; warm or cold? Warm<br />
In which national park is England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike? Lake District<br />
An aerobic creature relies on what gas in the atmosphere? Oxygen<br />
What heartbeat-raising hormone is known as epinephrine in the USA? Adrenaline<br />
The rumba, tango and waltz are all forms of which type of dancing? Ballroom<br />
In which century was the French Foreign Legion formed, the <strong>18</strong>th or 19th? 19th<br />
The Gladstone, the Royal Seaforth, and the Albert are docks are in which English city? Liverpool<br />
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Which golfer is known as the 'Great White Shark'? Greg Norman<br />
Brasilia is the capital city of which South American country? Brazil (accept Federal Republic of Brazil)<br />
Which of the following South American countries is furthest north - Paraguay, Uruguay or Bolivia? Bolivia<br />
In which English county is Knebworth House? Hertfordshire<br />
A firefly is what type of insect; a fly or a beetle? Beetle<br />
What 'C' is the name of the major artery which takes blood to the head? Carotid<br />
What 'F' is the name given to the process of baking clay in a kiln? Firing<br />
Which noted Spanish poet and playwright was shot without trial in the Spanish Civil War in 1936? Lorca<br />
Which actress played the Bond girl called 'Jinx' in the 2002 film 'Die Another Day'? Halle Berry<br />
Prior to becoming US President, Bill Clinton was Governor of which US State? Arkansas<br />
In which US city is the Watergate building? Washington DC<br />
Is the Arctic the area surrounding the North or South Pole? North Pole<br />
In which English county is Hurst Castle, which is separated from the Isle of Wight by a mile of<br />
water?<br />
Hampshire<br />
Ebony is the heartwood of what type of tropical trees, deciduous or evergreen? Evergreen<br />
What 'J' is the major vein which takes blood away from the head? Jugular<br />
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Chain stitch and cross stitch are popular decorative stitches in which form of needlework? Embroidery<br />
Which war took place between France and England, between 1337 and 1453? Hundred Years War<br />
What is the birth name of former boxer Muhammad Ali? Cassius Clay<br />
Which actress played the title role in the US TV series, 'Ally McBeal'? Calista Flockhart<br />
What 'D' is a group of birds, whose varieties include dabblers and sawbills? Duck<br />
Which British group released an album called 'We Love Life' in October 2001, Blur or Pulp? Pulp<br />
Which element reacts with others to form chlorides? Chlorine<br />
What was the first name of Birdseye, the inventor of commercial frozen food processing? Clarence<br />
What is the capital city of Morocco; Cairo or Rabat? Rabat<br />
What is the approximate population of Greater London; seven million or fourteen million? Seven million<br />
Camberwick Green inspired the spin-off series Chigley and which other? Trumpton<br />
Asia Minor is the historical name for the Asian part of which country? Turkey<br />
In which North Yorkshire fishing port did Captain Cook serve his apprenticeship with ship-owner<br />
John Walker?<br />
Whitby<br />
What 'P' is an alloy of lead and tin ? Pewter<br />
From which religion are the leaders of the religious community known as 'Imams'? Islam<br />
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What was the name of the founder of the Salvation Army? William Booth<br />
What 'A' is a technique used to descend very steep terrain or cliffs using a rope? Abseiling<br />
What 'F' is the trace of a living thing preserved in a rock or stone? Fossil<br />
What is the most widely grown cereal crop in Britain? Wheat<br />
Founded in <strong>18</strong>89 by Benjamin Waugh, which national charity is dedicated to the prevention of<br />
child abuse and neglect?<br />
NSPCC<br />
What 'T' is the part of an insect's body between the head and the abdomen? Thorax<br />
Marie Rambert, born in <strong>18</strong>88, was a driving force behind the establishment of which dance form<br />
in Britain?<br />
In the animal kingdom, are there species of freshwater dolphin? Yes<br />
In plant life, peanuts are seeds enclosed inside what 'P'? Pod<br />
Which musical duo had UK and US hits in the 1960s with 'Homeward Bound' and 'Mrs<br />
Robinson'?<br />
Which variety of long-leaved lettuce is named after a Greek island in the Aegean? Cos<br />
What game did British and German soldiers play during the Christmas Day truce in 1914? Football<br />
Ballet<br />
Simon and Garfunkel<br />
Which landmark <strong>BBC</strong> building officially opened on May 1st 1932? Broadcasting House<br />
Was Edward the Confessor King of England before or after the Norman Conquest? Before<br />
Which stage musical features the songs 'One Night In Bangkok' and 'I Know Him So Well'? Chess<br />
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In which decade did Sir Clive Sinclair launch the 'Sinclair C5'? 1980s<br />
In a 19th century novel by Johann David Wyss, what is the surname of the Swiss family wrecked<br />
on a desert island?<br />
Robinson<br />
What 'V' is a bird of prey which characteristically feeds on carrion? Vulture<br />
Which band had a 2001 UK hit single with 'Alcoholic'? Starsailor<br />
Do alkalis have a pH number greater or lower than seven? Greater<br />
In computing, how many bytes are needed to store a single character of data? 1<br />
In which US city are the Museum of Modern Art and the Ellis Island Museum of Immigration? New York<br />
Camden is a borough of which city? London<br />
Maria Bird narrated the 1950s children's series 'Andy...' what? Pandy<br />
Which is the largest North American mountain system? The Rocky Mountains<br />
Which canal, flowing from Worsley to Manchester, was built by James Brindley? Bridgewater<br />
What is the name given to a means of sending or receiving text between computers attached to<br />
the internet?<br />
In the New Testament, who is usually credited with the authorship of two letters to the church in<br />
Corinth?<br />
In Tibet and Mongolia, Lamaism is an offshoot of which religion? Buddhism<br />
Does the word abiotic refer to living or non-living factors in an eco-system? Non-living<br />
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Which semi-precious stone is made of yellowish fossil resin from trees? Amber<br />
Which plant is the principal diet of the caterpillar red admiral butterfly? Nettle<br />
In the traditional story how many little pigs was the Big Bad Wolf after? Three<br />
A paediatrician specialises in the health of which group of people? Children<br />
With which uniformed organisation for girls is the name 'Brown Owl' associated? Brownies<br />
What kind of creature is a cockchafer - beetle, wasp or spider? Beetle<br />
Cinnabar, Mother Shipton and Mottled Beauty are all types of which insect? Moths<br />
The Jordanaires were most famously associated with which singer? Elvis Presley<br />
In which year of the 1980s did Michael Jackson release the album 'Thriller'? 1982<br />
What type of weapon was a V-One? Flying Bomb<br />
From which West African country did Biafra declare independence in 1967? Nigeria<br />
England was declared a Commonwealth in 1649 after the execution of which king? Charles I<br />
Golden Delicious is a variety of which fruit? Apple<br />
The <strong>18</strong>40 Treaty of Waitangi established British colonial rule over which country? New Zealand<br />
What 'G' is a moorland-dwelling game bird, which has species called red and black? Grouse<br />
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Which 1960s and 70s rock band had UK hit singles with 'Riders On The Storm' and 'Light My<br />
Fire'?<br />
Does denitrification take place in the soil or the air? Soil<br />
What is the main diet of vampire bats? Blood<br />
Cairo is the capital of which African country? Egypt<br />
The Doors<br />
Lambeth and Brent are boroughs in which English city? London<br />
In the TV series 'The Magic Roundabout', what type of domestic animal was Dougal? Dog<br />
Which of these rivers is the longest; the Mekong or Rio Grande? Mekong<br />
What 'D' is a shingle headland in Kent, with two nuclear power stations? Dungeness<br />
What 'S' was a meteorological phenomenon known as 'London Particular' when it was first<br />
recognised?<br />
Smog<br />
In the Bible, who was given a richly ornamented robe by his father Jacob? Joseph<br />
What are the two opposite energies in Chinese thought called? Yin and Yang<br />
On which tree would you find large, sticky buds with horse-shoe shaped leaf scars beneath? Horse Chestnut<br />
Which 'F' is a single flower or branch in the head of a cauliflower? Floret<br />
The rose Elizabeth of Glamis is named in honour of which member of the royal family? The Queen Mother<br />
Jemima Puddle Duck features in the books of which author? Beatrix Potter<br />
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In which pair of organs in the human body are air tubes called 'bronchi' located? Lungs<br />
In the board game, which Cluedo character shares his surname with the name of a fruit? Professor Plum<br />
Which insect carries the Dengue Fever virus? Mosquito<br />
Which'T' are spiny-leaved plants often seen with purple flowers? Thistles<br />
Which pop group's album launched in November 2000 is titled 'Forever'? Spice Girls<br />
Did Michael Jackson release the album 'Dangerous' or 'History' in 1995? History<br />
Which heroine helped the young Pretender escape after the 1745 Rebellion? Flora MacDonald<br />
In 1964, which television channel began broadcasting in Britain? <strong>BBC</strong> 2<br />
In which year of World War II did the D-Day landings take place? 1944<br />
To which animal does the word ‘equestrianism’ relate? Horse<br />
Which heroic character did Colin Farrell play in the title role of a 2004 film? Alexander<br />
Which heavy terrestrial African mammal is capable of remaining underwater for over five<br />
minutes?<br />
Hippopotamus<br />
The Ego Has Landed' was a 1999 US album release for which successful British solo singer? Robbie Williams<br />
What 'E' is the repetition of a sound wave by reflection from a surface? Echo<br />
In computing, would a CD-ROM be considered hardware or software? Software<br />
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What is the capital city of Venezuela? Caracas<br />
Kensington and Chelsea is a borough in which English city? London<br />
In the TV show 'The Magic Roundabout', what kind of animal was Ermintrude? Cow<br />
Which is the southernmost of the fifteen capital cities of the European Union? Athens<br />
Which river in West Scotland flows from South Lanarkshire through Glasgow, to the Atlantic<br />
Ocean?<br />
What metal is used as a coating for galvanised steel to prevent corrosion? Zinc<br />
River Clyde<br />
In France, what do they call 'Father Christmas'? Pere Noel<br />
What 'V' is a solemn promise made at marriages or baptisms? Vow<br />
A plant or animal in danger of extinction is described as: an endangered... what? Species<br />
Do butterflies usually rest with their wings vertical or horizontal? Vertical<br />
Is the giant puffball a fungus or a sea anemone? Fungus<br />
The character Paddington Bear is famous for wearing which type of coat, a duffle coat or an<br />
anorak?<br />
Duffle Coat<br />
Fresh fruit and vegetables were given to sailors on long voyages to prevent which disease? Scurvy<br />
Which chess piece is usually shaped like a horse's head? Knight<br />
In the animal kingdom the male of which bird is called a Cob? Swan<br />
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Which marine invertebrate animal is commonly associated with human bathing or cleaning? Sponge<br />
Which Lennon and McCartney song follows the fortunes of Desmond and Molly Jones? Ob-La-Di Ob-la-Da<br />
Phil Collins wrote the song 'You'll be in my heart' for which 1999 animated film? Tarzan<br />
What year did the first full-sized supermarket open in Britain - 1948 or 1958? 1948<br />
During World War I, where was the Battle of Verdun fought? France<br />
Of the 8 British kings called Henry, which one had the longest reign? Henry III<br />
In human anatomy, the phalanges are located in the toes and which other part of the body? Fingers<br />
Radio and TV presenter Terry Wogan was born in which country? Republic of Ireland<br />
In nature, what is an oystercatcher; a crab or a bird? Bird<br />
What is the first name of the ex-husband of Tina Turner with whom she recorded 'River Deep<br />
Mountain High'?<br />
What 'N' is the positively charged central part of an atom? The Nucleus<br />
In computing, would the computer itself be considered hardware or software? Hardware<br />
Of which Caribbean country is Kingston the capital city? Jamaica<br />
Harrow and Islington are both boroughs in which English city? London<br />
In the nursery rhyme, who is urged to be 'nimble' and 'quick'? Jack<br />
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Java is the most populous island of which country? Indonesia<br />
In which UK county is the market town of Frome? Somerset<br />
In chemistry, what 'O' is formed when most elements react with oxygen? Oxide<br />
What brown bird with an orange-red breast is commonly portrayed on Christmas cards? Robin<br />
What 'D' is another name for a god or goddess? Deity<br />
What is the opposite of diurnal? Nocturnal<br />
Is the rare mineral, blue john, mined in Cornwall or Derbyshire? Derbyshire<br />
Which part of a carrot is normally eaten? Root<br />
Mister Happy, Mister Bump and Mister Greedy are characters created by which British author? Roger Hargreaves<br />
The point at which the optic nerve leaves the eye is known by what common name? Blind Spot<br />
Which chess piece shares its name with that of a member of the clergy? Bishop<br />
Which wading bird has white or pinkish plumage and takes its name from its spoon-shaped<br />
beak?<br />
Spoonbill<br />
Which marine invertebrate animals have spiny skin and five or more radiating arms? Starfish<br />
The song 'If I Fell' featured in which 1964 Beatles film? A Hard Day's Night<br />
Shirley Temple, Albert Einstein and Sonny Liston were included on the cover of which Beatles<br />
album?<br />
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Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club<br />
Band
Which T was an English Royal house with Welsh origins? Tudor<br />
Did paper banknotes originate in China or India during the 12th Century? China<br />
How many kings of all Britain have been called James? Two<br />
'The Order of the Phoenix' is part of which series of children's bestselling books? Harry Potter<br />
Which disc-shaped object with a heavy middle do athletes throw in competition? Discus<br />
Which three letter word is both a type of bird and a European monetary acronym? Emu<br />
In the 1960s, which singer had UK hit singles with 'For Once In My Life' and 'Yester-Me, Yester-<br />
You, Yesterday'?<br />
Stevie Wonder<br />
Is the rate of decay of a radioactive isotope called semi-life or half-life? Half-life<br />
What 'G' is the name given to the heat contained within the earth? Geothermal<br />
In which royal palace is the medieval Traitors' Gate? Tower of London<br />
Barnet and Croydon are boroughs of which English city? London<br />
Who has a garden with "Silver bells and cockle shells"? Mary<br />
By what English name is the Rio de la Plata in South America, otherwise known? The River Plate<br />
Which British city has the postcode prefix 'NG'? Nottingham<br />
What is the pH of the strongest alkaline solution possible? pH14<br />
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According to the song, what were the geese doing on the sixth day of Christmas? Laying<br />
What 'A' is the name given to the flat-topped structure where offerings are made to God? Altar<br />
Is amber a fossilised resin from trees or insects? Trees<br />
Old man's beard is another name for which flower? Wild Clematis<br />
From which part of the flower is sunflower oil obtained? Seeds<br />
Big Ears is a character from books about which little boy? Noddy<br />
Which cells in the human retina can only process black-and-white information, rods or cones? Rods<br />
Name one of the four railway stations on a standard British Monopoly board?<br />
Which natural phenomenon originates at a seismic focus? Earthquake<br />
What percentage of the Earth's water is oceanic - 64 percent or 98 percent? 98 Percent<br />
Father McKenzie features in the lyrics of which Beatles song? Eleanor Rigby<br />
Is rock legend Eric Clapton nicknamed slowhand or slowcoach? Slowhand<br />
In 1535, which English king executed his Lord Chancellor Thomas More? Henry VIII<br />
Which tinned foodstuff was first test-marketed in Britain in 1901? Baked beans<br />
As a result of a 16th century law, what colour must all Venetian gondolas be painted? Black<br />
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Street/Liverpool Street
For which film did Bruce Springsteen record his Oscar-winning song 'Streets of Philadelphia'? Philadelphia<br />
Which author wrote the collection of stories entitled 'The Jungle Book'? Rudyard Kipling<br />
Which group had 1970s UK hit singles with '20th Century Boy' and 'Get It On'? T.Rex<br />
What is the name of the group who had UK hit singles with 'Samba Pa Ti' in 1974 and 'Smooth' in<br />
1999?<br />
Santana<br />
Are halogens metallic or non-metallic? Non-metallic<br />
What 'A' is the name given to the widening of an artery? Aneurysm<br />
What is the capital city of Thailand? Bangkok<br />
In relation to the River Thames, where is the London borough of Camden; north or south of the<br />
river?<br />
Up what did Jack and Jill go to fetch a pail of water? Hill<br />
Which European city, built on an extensive framework of canals, is also known as the 'Queen of<br />
the Adriatic'?<br />
Which motorway connects Birmingham with Carlisle; the M1, M6 or M8? M6<br />
North<br />
Venice<br />
What is the name given to a machine which transforms mechanical energy into electrical energy? A Dynamo<br />
In ancient Egypt, the pyramids were built as tombs for whom? Pharaohs<br />
Which northern English city has two cathedrals, both built in the 20th Century? Liverpool<br />
Do hedgehogs have the ability to swim? Yes<br />
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Are North American raccoons omnivores or herbivores? Omnivores<br />
In the 19th century which fruit crop was badly hit by the parasite, phylloxera? Grapes<br />
Which character created by Enid Blyton drives a little red and yellow taxi and lives in Toyland? Noddy<br />
The 'radicle' is the young form of which part of a plant; the root or the shoot? Root<br />
On a standard Monopoly board, the four corner squares are 'Go', 'Jail', 'Go To Jail' and what<br />
else?<br />
What is the plural of fungus? Fungi<br />
What 'C' is the name given to the small divisions of a garlic bulb? Clove<br />
The song 'And I Love Her' featured in which Beatles film - A Hard Day's Night or Yellow<br />
Submarine?<br />
Free Parking<br />
A Hard Day's Night<br />
Duran Duran sang the theme tune to which James Bond movie? A View To A Kill<br />
At which historic battle did Nelson signal, "England expects every man to do his duty"? Battle of Trafalgar<br />
Avebury Stone Circle is a neolithic monument situated in which English county? Wiltshire<br />
What 'E' are the 'Palaeozoic', 'Mesozoic' and 'Cenozoic'? Eras<br />
Which British TV series about an antiques dealer featured the characters Tinker Dill and Eric<br />
Catchpole?<br />
Lovejoy<br />
With which musical instrument was the rock legend Jimi Hendrix most closely associated? Guitar<br />
Which 1980s group had UK hit single with 'We Are Detective' and 'Doctor Doctor''? Thompson Twins<br />
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The group So Solid Crew had a 2001 UK number one single with the song '21…' what? Seconds<br />
What 'V' is a term used to describe the rate of motion of an object in a given direction? Velocity<br />
What 'A' is the name given to a device that increases the strength of an electrical signal? An amplifier<br />
Bangkok is the capital city of which country? Thailand<br />
Isambard Kingdom Brunel's famous ship, the Great Britain was built in which city? Bristol<br />
Who accompanied Jack up the hill to fetch a pail of water? Jill<br />
What is the name of the major mountain range which runs along the River Danube and goes in<br />
an arc through Romania?<br />
Carpathians<br />
If you travelled north across the Tay Bridge, in which Scottish city would you arrive? Dundee<br />
For which religion is the 'Qur'an' the scripture? Islam<br />
What 'N' is a member of a religious community of women who has made vows of poverty,<br />
chastity and obedience?<br />
St Swithin is buried in which Cathedral - St Pauls, Winchester or Coventry? Winchester<br />
What type of seabird shares its name with a slang term meaning a greedy person? Gannet<br />
Where does frankincense come from? Tree bark<br />
Which flower is the national symbol of the Netherlands? Tulip<br />
In the books by Enid Blyton, who is the closest friend of Noddy? Big Ears<br />
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When a plant is said to be 'geotropic' what does it grow towards; the earth or the sky? The Earth<br />
In darts, what 'B' is the name of the two concentric circles at the centre of the board? Bull<br />
In the world of nature is a fungus considered to be a plant? No<br />
In plant science are dormant seeds active or inactive? Inactive<br />
Oliver Hardy, Dr. Livingstone and Diana Dors were included on the cover of which Beatles<br />
album?<br />
What was the name of The Beatles own record label? Apple<br />
Which Middle Eastern country was part of the Ottoman Empire from 1517 until it came under<br />
British rule in <strong>18</strong>82?<br />
The assassination of an Archduke from which country helped precipitate the First World War? Austria<br />
In which year was the Model T Ford car first introduced, 1908 or 1915? 1908<br />
The town of Timbuktu is located on the edge of which desert? Sahara<br />
Which colourless, odourless, tasteless gas is the most plentiful element in the Earth's<br />
atmosphere?<br />
Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club<br />
Band<br />
Egypt<br />
Nitrogen<br />
What colour was the satin in the title of the 1972 UK hit single by The Moody Blues? White<br />
Cole Porter wrote the 1934 song 'I Get A Kick Out Of…' who? You<br />
What two things are the same length when an equinox occurs? Day and Night<br />
Are drones male or female bees? Male<br />
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The 1988 Summer Olympic Games were hosted by which South Korean city? Seoul<br />
The University of the West of England shares its city home with which other university? University of Bristol<br />
What 'N' goes before the word 'rhyme', to mean a simple poem for small children? Nursery<br />
What is the name of the famous deep, steep-walled canyon in north-western Arizona? Grand Canyon<br />
On which island of the British Isles are the towns of Douglas, Peel and Ramsey? Isle of Man<br />
In the UK, the fourth sunday in Lent is commonly known as what? Mother's Day<br />
What 'S' is the name given to a medicine man or priest, who is believed to control spirits? Shaman<br />
Which fruit is described in the Koran as the fruit of a tree in paradise, peach, banana or apple? Banana<br />
Are slow-worms categorised as snakes or lizards? Lizards<br />
Which animals make both dams and lodges? Beaver<br />
Do European ladybirds hibernate in the winter? Yes<br />
In the 'Noddy' stories by Enid Blyton the 100-year-old Brownie is known by what name? Big Ears<br />
Amylase and pepsin are enzymes involved in which bodily process? Digestion<br />
The Atlantic Star and the Burma Star are types of which World War II collectibles? Medals<br />
In the world of nature is a Freesia a plant or an animal? Plant<br />
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In the plant world, what 'F' is the joining of the pollen and the ovule of a plant? Fertilization<br />
Which Beatles song mentions grandchildren called Vera, Chuck and Dave? When I'm Sixty Four<br />
Complete the name of this punk band: Siouxsie and the... what? Banshees<br />
Which English monarch ruled first, Richard III or Edward the Confessor? Edward the Confessor<br />
Amy Johnson was a famous name in which field of travel in the 1930s? Aviation<br />
Which U.S. President agreed to end American involvement in the war in Vietnam? Nixon (Richard Milhous Nixon)<br />
What is the only sign of the zodiac not represented by a human or creature? Libra<br />
The adjective 'Gallic' refers to which modern country? France<br />
According to the proverb, what did curiosity kill? Cat<br />
The songs 'Ain't Nobody' and 'This Is My Night' were UK hit singles in the 1980s, for Chaka...<br />
who?<br />
Sung by Elvis Presley, which song begins with the lyrics "Well it's one for the money, two for the<br />
show"?<br />
Khan<br />
Blue Suede Shoes<br />
What name is given to any chemical compound containing only hydrogen and carbon? Hydrocarbon<br />
In science, is marble a 'metamorphic' or 'igneous' rock? Metamorphic<br />
David Dinkins was the first African-American to hold which civic position in New York City? Mayor<br />
Which west country city lies at the meeting of the rivers Frome and Avon? Bristol<br />
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Which American-born author and illustrator wrote the book 'Hop On Pop'? Dr Seuss<br />
Which'K' is a famous national park in the north east of South Africa? Kruger<br />
The rivers Nene, Welland and Great Ouse flow into which bay of the North Sea between Norfolk<br />
and Lincolnshire?<br />
The Wash<br />
In religion, how is the Christian Mission started in <strong>18</strong>65 now known? Salvation Army<br />
In Christian religion, what 'M' is the name given to a male member of a monastic order? Monk<br />
Which 'Z' was the father of the apostles James & John? Zebedee<br />
What 'W' is used to describe a flower that has lost its rigidity? Wilted<br />
Phototropism is the movement of part of a plant towards what source? Light<br />
What is the common name for a red beetle with black spots, that is an important destroyer of<br />
aphids?<br />
Noddy drives what type of vehicle, a taxi or a van? Taxi<br />
What is the common name for the backbone or vertebral column? Spine<br />
What 'G' is a slang term referring to someone who obsessively follows a musical group or star<br />
wherever they go?<br />
Ladybirds<br />
Groupie<br />
In the fruit world, the dewberry is a variety of which edible berry? Blackberry<br />
The cactus has small spiky leaves, waxy-coated to reduce the loss of what by transpiration? Water<br />
In which decade was the singer Freddie Mercury born? 1940s<br />
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Which group had hits with 'Radio Gaga' and 'I Want To Break Free'? Queen<br />
Were dinosaurs reptiles or mammals? Reptiles<br />
American inventor Benjamin Franklin is famous for his experiment of flying what during an<br />
electrical storm?<br />
In the UK what is the formal title of the daughter of an Earl, Marquis or Duke? Lady<br />
A Kite<br />
The Solomon Islands are situated in which ocean? Pacific<br />
The European anthem 'Ode to Joy' is the final movement of the 9th Symphony by which German<br />
composer?<br />
Chaka Khan had a UK hit single in 1978 called 'I'm Every…' what? Woman<br />
Ludwig van Beethoven<br />
Which song by Elton John begins with the lyrics "Goodbye Norma Jean"? Candle In The Wind<br />
What 'C' is the unit of heat needed to raise one gram of water by one degree Celsius? Calorie<br />
What 'M' is the name given to the enlargement of an image? Magnification<br />
What nationality were the first settlers in New York City; Dutch or Spanish? Dutch<br />
Which Scottish town is named after the patron saint of Scotland? St Andrews<br />
Which American-born author and illustrator wrote the children's book 'Fox In Socks'? Dr Seuss<br />
The Cherokee people are indigenous to which continent? North America<br />
Which English City's international airport is located at Woolsington? Newcastle<br />
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According to Genesis did the land of Nod lie to the east or the west of the Garden of Eden? East<br />
Korean industrialist Sun Myung Moon founded which religious movement in 1954? Unification Church<br />
Midrash' is the commentary on the sacred text of which religion? Judaism<br />
What were Susan, Sugar and Heather, who all have their graves at Sandringham? Royal Corgis<br />
In the animal kingdom, ringlet and purple hairstreak are both types of which insect? Butterfly<br />
Which creature can swim deeper - the cormorant or the heron? Cormorant<br />
Which British author created the characters Squirrel Nutkin and Benjamin Bunny? Beatrix Potter<br />
Which joint attaches the forearm to the hand? Wrist<br />
Which famous model train manufacturer produced their first toy train in 1920? Hornby<br />
In the plant world is the Yew tree deciduous or evergreen? Evergreen<br />
In nature, which kind of cell is a gamete? Reproductive<br />
Which member of Genesis had a hit in 1983 with 'You Can't Hurry Love'? Phil Collins<br />
We Are The Champions' was a hit in 1977 for which group? Queen<br />
In 1948, David Ben-Gurion became the first prime minister of which country? Israel<br />
Which Macedonian king was the pupil of Aristotle and founded the city of Alexandria? Alexander the Great<br />
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In ancient Rome how many soldiers did a Centurion command? 100<br />
Spain's Costa Blanca lies on which body of water? Mediterranean Sea<br />
Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves starred in which hit surfing movie of 1991? Point Break<br />
Which British pop group shares its name with the first book of the Bible? Genesis<br />
A Good Heart' was a 1985 UK number one single for which singer? Feargal Sharkey<br />
What sort of clock was the clepsydra, used by the Romans? Water Clock<br />
The Bessemer process is used in the mass production of what metal? Steel<br />
In which century did Henry Hudson first sail into New York Harbour? Seventeenth<br />
Until the reformation, which town was the ecclesiastical capital of Scotland? St Andrews<br />
Baloo and Bagheera are characters in which <strong>18</strong>94 work by Rudyard Kipling? The Jungle Book<br />
The word serendipity was coined from an old name for which island to the south east of India? Sri Lanka<br />
Which British city has art galleries called The Whitworth and The Cornerhouse? Manchester<br />
In religion, which chemical element was known as Brimstone; Sulphur, Carbon or Aluminium? Sulphur<br />
What is the main religion of Morocco? Islam<br />
Shrove Tuesday is the last day before what period of the Christian year? Lent<br />
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What name is given to the shaking of the Earth's surface due to sudden release of stresses in the<br />
Earth's crust?<br />
Earthquake<br />
Are most conifers evergreen or deciduous? Evergreen<br />
Which type of fish migrates to the Sargasso Sea to spawn as an adult? Eels<br />
The Beatrix Potter characters Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-Tail and Peter are all what type of animal? Rabbits<br />
Chloroplasts are only present in which type of cells, animals or plants? Plants<br />
Which type of word puzzle features 'across' and 'down' clues? Crossword<br />
In nature, which gas is converted into organic matter during photosynthesis? Carbon Dioxide<br />
Which tree of the Myrtle family, also known as the gum tree, produces an oil used medically in<br />
inhalants?<br />
Eucalyptus<br />
Name the lead singer of M People who released her solo album 'Proud' in the year 2000? Heather Small<br />
In the rock group The Who, who first replaced the drummer Keith Moon? Kenny Jones<br />
In which decade did the Cuban Missile crisis occur? 1960's<br />
In 1632, which scientist was accused of Heresy before the inquisition for suggesting that the<br />
planets circled the sun?<br />
The Cross of Lorraine, adopted as their symbol by the Free French during World War Two, has<br />
how many horizontal bars?<br />
Galileo<br />
Apart from gravy, which sauce is traditionally served with roast beef? Horseradish<br />
Which US musician famously named two of his children Moon Unit and Dweezil? Frank Zappa<br />
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In October 2001, Bell and Spurling had a UK hit single with a song about which England football<br />
manager?<br />
As in his 1962 UK number one hit 'I Remember You', Frank Ifield had a talent for which specific<br />
form of singing?<br />
Sven Goran Eriksson<br />
Yodelling<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country does the .no domain represent? Norway<br />
In which decade was the first nuclear power station opened in Britain? 1950's<br />
In which European city was the underground railway The Metro opened in July 1900? Paris<br />
What is the name of the famous Edinburgh street whose sections include Castle Hill, Abbey<br />
Strand and Canongate?<br />
Which animal did Jack trade for beans in the children's story 'Jack and the Beanstalk'? A cow<br />
Which American state is sometimes referred to as the thunderstorm capital? Florida<br />
The Peel Centre in Hendon, North-West London is concerned with training recruits in which<br />
profession?<br />
According to medieval legend, what name was given to the dish or cup used by Jesus at the Last<br />
Supper?<br />
The Royal Mile<br />
Police<br />
Was the religious movement Confucianism founded before or after Christianity? Before<br />
The Holy Grail<br />
In Islam, who, with the help of his son Ismael built the Kaaba in Mecca? Ibrahim<br />
In the animal kingdom, does a bee have ears? No<br />
In the human body, where on the head would you find the cochlea? Ear<br />
What 'F' is the term applied to mushrooms, toadstools and moulds? Fungi<br />
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In the Beatrix Potter stories what is the name of the cousin of Peter Rabbit? Benjamin Bunny<br />
What 'V' is another name for a plantar wart on the sole of the foot? Verruca<br />
At the start of a standard chess game, which piece is found between the bishops and the rooks? Knight<br />
In climatology, is the temperature in Tundra regions generally cold or warm? Cold<br />
What 'P' is a large farm or estate handling the commercial production of a crop? Plantation<br />
Which punk band was the subject of the film 'The Filth And The Fury'? Sex Pistols<br />
In which year of the 1970s did the Sex Pistols originally release the single 'Anarchy in the UK'? 1976<br />
What S was the Council of Elders in ancient Rome? Senate<br />
What A was a region in Eastern Canada that became the site of the first permanent French<br />
colony in North America?<br />
Built by the Romans, 'The Antonine Wall' ran from the Firth of Clyde to which other Scottish<br />
Firth?<br />
Acadia<br />
Complete the title of a 1986 Woody Allen film, 'Hannah and Her...' what? Sisters<br />
Hake, plaice and Dover sole are types of which species? Fish<br />
In 2000, which US female singer had a top ten UK single with 'I'm Outta Love'? Anastacia<br />
The 1957 UK number one single by Buddy Holly and the Crickets was entitled 'That'll Be The…'<br />
what?<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country does the .jp domain represent? Japan<br />
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Day
PAL and NTSC are types of transmission of what in Great Britain and the US respectively? Television<br />
Which Turkish city was on the final shortlist of five for the 2008 Olympic Games? Istanbul<br />
What 'L' is the Scottish seaport that now forms part of Greater Edinburgh? Leith<br />
Pretoria, Bloemfontein and which other city make up South Africa's three capitals? Cape Town<br />
A former home of Ernest Hemingway is now a museum in which Cuban city? Havana<br />
Which Scottish city derives its name from the Celtic words meaning Fortress of the Hill? Edinburgh<br />
What name which means 'Superior One' in Tibetan, is given to a Buddhist spiritual leader? Lama<br />
The Prophet Mohammed, whose name means literally praised, was the first leader of which<br />
religion?<br />
The members of which religion are followers of the 'Eightfold Path'? Buddhism<br />
What 'K' is the winged seed pod of the sycamore, ash or elm tree? Key<br />
What 'B' is the type of vision that human eyes have? Binocular<br />
What 'A' are plants that live in water and have no roots, leaves or flowers? Algae<br />
David Cassidy was a member of which TV family in the 1970s? The Partridge Family<br />
What 'D' is the type of animal that Pavlov used to test his theory of the conditioned reflex? Dog<br />
In D I Y, Phillips and Robertson are both types of which tool? Screwdriver<br />
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Islam
What 'P' describes any plant that lives for some years? Perennial<br />
What 'P' are the drifting organisms found in the upper layers of water? Plankton<br />
Which ex-Take That singer's first solo album was entitled 'Life Thru A Lens'? Robbie Williams<br />
Where was guitarist Carlos Santana born; Cuba or Mexico? Mexico<br />
Corinth was an important city of which modern country? Greece<br />
In 1990, which South African President committed himself to the abolition of the apartheid policy?<br />
In what century was slavery officially abolished in the British Empire? 19th<br />
Which bird is the wisest of Winnie the Pooh’s friends? Owl<br />
A phrase used to describe a state of total confusion and disorder is "At sixes and..." what? Sevens<br />
Which European Union city was on the final shortlist of five for the 2008 Olympic Games? Paris<br />
Which well-known public school lies across the Thames, a short walk from Windsor Castle? Eton College<br />
On which bank of the Thames is the Tower of London; north or south? North<br />
What 'A' is an alcoholic substance used for sterilizing? Antiseptic<br />
Which gland secretes the hormones that regulate growth; the pituitary or the thyroid? Pituitary<br />
Stanley Gibbons is a shop in London's West End famous for its collection of . . .what? Stamps<br />
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F.W. de Klerk (accept Frederik Willem de<br />
Klerk)
What was the former name of Istanbul when it was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire? Constantinople<br />
At the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games in which race did Linford Christie take gold? 100m<br />
The word 'strudel' originated in which European language? German<br />
The songs 'Yellow', 'Trouble' and 'Shiver' were UK hit singles in 2000 for which band? Coldplay<br />
Ronnie Scott was renowned for playing which instrument, Saxophone or Drums? Saxophone<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country does the .ie domain represent? Ireland<br />
What name is given to the young of a hare? Leveret<br />
Which Canadian city was on the final shortlist of five for the 2008 Olympic Games? Toronto<br />
The city of Edinburgh lies on the southern shore of which stretch of water? Firth of Forth<br />
What 'H' is the German city that has more bridges than Amsterdam and Venice combined? Hamburg<br />
Is Carinthia the southernmost province of Turkey or Austria? Austria<br />
From which Channel Island do Jersey cattle originate? Jersey<br />
The River Ganges in India is a sacred bathing place for pilgrims of which religion? Hinduism<br />
In the Old Testament, which book follows Genesis? Exodus<br />
In religion, what is the popular name for the modern Hindu sect, The International Society for<br />
Krishna Consciousness?<br />
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Hare Krishna
Are a woodland grayling and meadow brown species of orchid or butterfly? Butterfly<br />
What 'V' is the name given to leaves of more than one colour? Variegated Leaf<br />
What 'F', found in rock, would a palaeontologist study? Fossils<br />
Complete the title of the Saturday morning children's TV show presented by Noel Edmonds and<br />
Keith Chegwin, 'The Multi Coloured...' what?<br />
Swap Shop<br />
A 'tonsillectomy' is the surgical removal of which lymphatic tissue found at the back of the mouth? Tonsils<br />
Which card game uses pegs on a board to keep score? Cribbage (Crib)<br />
In the garden, dock leaf is traditionally used to relieve a skin rash caused by which plant? Stinging Nettle<br />
In gardening, a pile of decaying organic material is known as a what' ... heap'? Compost (Heap)<br />
Complete the title of this Wham! pop song; 'Wake Me Up Before You...'what? Go-go<br />
Waking Up The Neighbours' and 'So Far So Good' are albums by which Canadian singersongwriter?<br />
From which country was tea introduced into Europe in the early 17th Century? China<br />
Bryan Adams<br />
Who, in 1989, was the first Soviet leader to visit the Vatican? Mikhail Gorbachev<br />
Which country did an American backed coup oust Prince Sear-Nouk in 1970? Cambodia<br />
During his lifetime, Albert Einstein had Swiss citizenship, US citizenship and citizenship of which<br />
other country?<br />
Germany<br />
Grasmere and Derwentwater are in which English National Park? Lake District<br />
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In the USA until 1664, the city of New York was known by which name? New Amsterdam<br />
From which continent are the Masai, Mashona and Matabele tribes? Africa<br />
Is the town of Jarrow found in the North East or the South West of England? North East<br />
What 'B' is the general name for a temporary plant put down for the spring and summer season? Bedding plant<br />
What 'T' is the paralysing disease caused by certain bacteria? Tetanus<br />
What is the lowest number on a standard die? One<br />
By what name was China known to the west in medieval times? Cathay<br />
In the natural world, what type of reptile is a Gila Monster? Lizard<br />
Evening, all were the opening words spoken by Jack Warner playing the role of a sergeant in<br />
which classic TV series?<br />
Dixon of Dock Green<br />
Rod the Mod' was the nickname of which member of 1970s band The Faces? Rod Stewart<br />
In the musical tale for children by Prokofiev, what is the name of the little boy who makes a fool of<br />
the wolf?<br />
In which period did the first birds appear; Jurassic or Cretaceous? Jurassic<br />
In astronomy, the distinctive row of three stars is known as whose belt? Orion's<br />
Elephant, Grey and Harp are all types of which marine mammal? Seal<br />
Which country in North America is made up of ten provinces and three territories? Canada<br />
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Which city in Tennessee was named after the capital of Ancient Egypt? Memphis<br />
What is the name of the Christian Church festival held seven weeks after Easter? Whit Sunday/Pentecost<br />
In the Bible, what type of animal was the Golden Statue made by Aaron in Exodus 32? Golden Calf<br />
Where would you most expect to find crustaceans - in the sea or on land? The Sea<br />
Which wort is said to be a cure for depression? St John's Wort<br />
Granada, ruby red and wonderful are all types of which fruit? Pomegranate<br />
Complete the popular ending to fairy tales, 'They all lived happily ever...' what? After<br />
In the children's book 'The Wind in the Willows', which animal befriended Rat, Mole and Toad? Badger<br />
What 'S' is the nick-name given to the Dachshund breed of dog? Sausage Dog<br />
What is the last letter of the Greek alphabet? Omega<br />
Which former member of Take That had a monster hit with the song 'Angels'? Robbie Williams<br />
The highwayman Dick Turpin was hanged in which city? York<br />
Which writer, creator of Jeeves got into hot water for a series of wartime broadcasts from<br />
Germany?<br />
In the human body, what 'H' are secreted by glands into the blood and carried to specific organs<br />
and cells?<br />
P G Wodehouse<br />
Hormone<br />
If someone is causing trouble they are said to be "putting a cat amongst the..." what? Pigeons<br />
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What is the surname of Melanie C? Chisholm<br />
What is the term for a knee-bending movement in ballet? Plie<br />
Was the dinosaur allosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore? Carnivore<br />
What 'N' is a method of connecting computers so that they can share data and printing<br />
capabilities?<br />
Network<br />
Which bird has a reputation for burying its head in the sand? Ostrich<br />
In which sea is the island of St Lucia? Caribbean<br />
In which European country would you find the River Shannon? Ireland<br />
In the Jewish religion, what is the Hebrew name for the 'Day of Atonement'? Yom Kippur<br />
What 'A' is the group of Conservative Mennonites now settled in the Eastern States of America? Amish<br />
What 'H' is a cross of different species? Hybrid<br />
What 'F' is used to classify mushrooms, yeasts, and moulds? Fungus<br />
Is the majority of the world's plant-life in the sea or on land? In the Sea<br />
Which famous Danish writer's first book of fairy tales translates as 'Tales, Told for Children'? Hans Christian Andersen<br />
How many 'Chronicles of Narnia' did CS Lewis write, seven or three? Seven<br />
The Camargue in the South of France is famous for its birds and which other animals, horses,<br />
dogs or goats?<br />
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Horses
With what animal is Leda associated? Swan<br />
Nutbush City Limits' is a song by which female artist? Tina Turner<br />
Which economic world crisis began in 1929 when the New York Stock Exchange collapsed? The Great Depression<br />
In Britain, which organisation for distance learning was founded in 1969? Open University<br />
In nutrition, is riboflavin a form of vitamin A or vitamin B? Vitamin B<br />
Which fast food meal takes its name from a German seaport? Hamburger<br />
David Bowie duetted with the lead singer of which rock group on the 1981 UK number one single<br />
'Under Pressure'?<br />
Queen<br />
If a piece of music is marked 'lento', how should it be played? Slowly<br />
What 'H' is the name given to a tropical cyclone, also known as a typhoon? Hurricane<br />
What weight do the initials mg represent? Milligrams<br />
Asteroid is another name for what type of sea creature? Starfish<br />
The South China Sea is a part of which ocean? Pacific<br />
What 'S' falls as a mixture of rain and partially thawed snow? Sleet<br />
What 'Z' is a form of Buddhism? Zen<br />
In the Bible, what 'M' is a Hebrew word meaning "anointed" and is refers to the promised saviour<br />
of the Jewish nation?<br />
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The Messiah
What is the preferred food of a koala bear? Eucalyptus leaves<br />
Does the larch tree keep or lose its needles during the winter? Loses its needles<br />
Is duckweed the world's largest or smallest plant? Smallest<br />
The famous Danish fairy tale author was 'Hans Christian... ' who? Andersen<br />
Matt Baker joined which children's TV programme as a presenter in 1999? Blue Peter<br />
What is the general term for a creature with two feet? Biped<br />
Was Helios the God of the Sun in Greek or Roman Mythology? Greek<br />
Which rock super group of the 70s, 80s, and 90s had Brian May as its guitarist? Queen<br />
The French Revolution happened in which century, the 17th or <strong>18</strong>th? <strong>18</strong>th<br />
Oliver Tambo was a leading figure in the modern history of which African country? South Africa<br />
In medicine, an analgesic is a drug used for the relief of what? Pain<br />
Loch Ness is a large freshwater loch in which country? Scotland<br />
Which former Beatle recorded the solo albums 'Sentimental Journey' and 'Goodnight Vienna'? Ringo Starr<br />
To which European capital city did the composer Beethoven move in 1792, and live for the rest of<br />
his life?<br />
Vienna<br />
In which decade was the Soviet space station Mir launched? 1980's<br />
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What 'O' is the name given to the study of the oceans? Oceanography<br />
Which of the great apes is native to Asia? Orang-utan<br />
In which continent is Amazonia national park? South America<br />
The Asian Age and Hindustan Times are national newspapers in which country? India<br />
In Christianity, faith, hope, charity, prudence, temperance and fortitude are 6 of the 7 virtues,<br />
what is the 7th?<br />
In which US State does the Mormon Church have its base? Utah<br />
What name is given to the outer layer of a tree trunk? Bark<br />
What 'E' is a type of Northern sea duck that has soft-down feathers, often used for quilts or<br />
duvets?<br />
Justice<br />
Eider duck<br />
A duncan is a variety of what type of fruit? Grapefruit<br />
In the title of the 1937 Disney film, 'Snow White' was accompanied by how many dwarfs? Seven<br />
Which children's comic was published first, the Dandy or the Beano? The Dandy<br />
Anglers call them 'gentles' and use them as bait; what are they more usually known as? Maggots<br />
Who in Greek Mythology had twelve labours imposed on him as a punishment for slaying his wife<br />
and children?<br />
Hercules<br />
John William Alcock and A. W. Brown made the first non stop flight over which ocean in 1919? Atlantic<br />
The British Film Institute was founded in which decade? 1930s<br />
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What G did Oliver F Winchester manufacture from the 19th century onwards? Guns<br />
In human biology, what sort of shock is caused by a violent allergic reaction to a substance? Anaphylactic<br />
According to the saying, how many "winks" is a person said to have during a short nap? Forty<br />
Which US film star appeared in the 2001 video for 'Weapon of Choice' by 'Fat Boy Slim'? Christopher Walken<br />
The second line of the Christmas carol, 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing', is 'Glory to the<br />
newborn…' what?<br />
Which planet in our solar system takes longer to orbit the sun; Venus or the Earth? The Earth<br />
What 'O' is a site or facility for observing astronomical or meteorological phenomena? Observatory<br />
Border Leicester and Blackface are breeds of which farm animal? Sheep<br />
In which continent is Mount Kenya? Africa<br />
In which European country would you find the industrial port of Bilbao? Spain<br />
What 'C' was the name given to the medieval military expeditions in the name of Christianity? Crusades<br />
The 'Hijab' or veil has traditionally been worn for many centuries by the women of which religion? Islam<br />
Is a lupin a type of plant or a species of bird? Plant<br />
What is a type of crow and a word meaning a carcass or dead body? Carrion<br />
The scarab beetle was sacred to which ancient race? Egyptians<br />
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In which animated TV show does the character Seymour Skinner regularly appear? The Simpsons<br />
Which TV show, first seen on <strong>BBC</strong>2, introduced Big Ted and Humpty? Play School<br />
Which brightly coloured, often spotted beetle features in a nursery rhyme about a domestic fire? Ladybird<br />
In Germanic mythology which sex were the Valkyries? Female<br />
The <strong>18</strong>01 Act of Union gave which country representation at Westminster? Ireland<br />
Which American President famously said "The ballot is stronger than the bullet"? Abraham Lincoln<br />
Old Noll and Copper Nose were among the nick-names of which Lord Protector? Oliver Cromwell<br />
What part of the body is normally examined by a reflexologist? Feet<br />
Jersey Royals are an early variety of which vegetable? Potato<br />
What is the first name of Prince Charles' second wife? Camilla<br />
In which country was pop singer Samantha Mumba born? Republic of Ireland<br />
Which Puccini opera tells the story of a young geisha, who marries an American naval officer and<br />
has his child?<br />
In what decade did the first module for the International Space Station go into orbit? 1990's<br />
Acid rain is mainly caused by the release into the atmosphere of oxides of nitrogen and which<br />
other element?<br />
Madama Butterfly<br />
Sulphur<br />
What is the ozonosphere better known as? The ozone layer<br />
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In which country of the United Kingdom is the River Thames? England<br />
The Beatles performed together for the last time at Candlestick Park, in which US city? San Francisco<br />
In Christianity, what 'C' is the church in which a bishop has his official seat? Cathedral<br />
With Malcolm X as one of its followers, Elijah Muhammad developed which movement in the<br />
1930s?<br />
Nation of Islam<br />
Is mahogany a soft or hard wood? Hardwood<br />
The adult of which animal is larger - mink or otter? Otter<br />
Is the buttonwood tree better known as the sycamore or the oak? Sycamore<br />
In the TV cartoon, 'The Simpsons', what is the name of the shop where Apu works? Kwik-E-Mart<br />
What is the name of Batman's masked sidekick? Robin<br />
Who was the twin brother of the Greek Goddess Artemis? Apollo<br />
In Greek Mythology what 'S' was the river at the entrance to the underworld? Styx<br />
Chou en Lai was Prime Minister of which country from 1949-76? China<br />
The 1787 Constitution of the USA was drafted by 55 delegates known as The Founding…. what? Fathers<br />
What N is the name of the international prizes that were first awarded in 1901? Nobel<br />
What type of protein regulates the rate of chemical reaction in the body? Enzyme<br />
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In which classic Disney film does a wooden puppet's nose grow if he tells a lie? Pinocchio<br />
Which children's TV character had a UK number one single in September 2001, with 'Mambo<br />
Number Five'?<br />
Bob The Builder<br />
The Quartet of which jazz pianist, is famous for its recording of the tune 'Take Five'? Dave Brubeck<br />
Which famous space agency was created in America in 1958? NASA<br />
What two-letter abbreviation is used to determine whether a reactant is dissolved in water? Aq<br />
On the internet, for what does H.T.M.L. stand? Hypertext Markup Language<br />
The Ardeche River is found in which European country? France<br />
What 'A' is a well known tourist resort and a major seaport of southern Mexico? Acapulco<br />
In the Bible, who was the eldest son of Adam and Eve? Cain<br />
What does the word Islam mean in Arabic? Submission (to God)<br />
What is the bellis flower better known as? The Daisy<br />
Do dragonflies have a sting? No<br />
Which plant, sometimes used to flavour cottage cheese, is the smallest relative of the onion? Chive<br />
In the traditional story of 'Jack and the Beanstalk', the giant says, "Fee Fie Foe Fum, I smell the<br />
blood of a…" what?<br />
Which animal did Dick Whittington send away on a merchant ship? Cat<br />
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The killing of which large bird was considered bad luck by sailors? Albatross<br />
The Nymph Daphne turned into what to escape Apollo? Laurel Tree (Tree)<br />
What L is defamation of character when published or written? Libel<br />
In which year were the first talking pictures shown in Britain, 1928 or 1936? 1928<br />
In which year during World War II did Neville Chamberlain resign? 1940<br />
Central America is an isthmus that connects North America with which continent? South America<br />
With which sport is the name Nick Faldo most associated? Golf<br />
The jazz pianist, born in 1920, whose signature tune is 'Take Five', is Dave... who? Brubeck<br />
Which former model had UK hit singles with 'Slave To The Rhythm' and 'Pull Up To The<br />
Bumper'?<br />
Grace Jones<br />
Cerys Matthews achieved fame as the lead singer of which Welsh band? Catatonia<br />
A falsetto voice extends the range of a singer in which direction, upwards or downwards? Upwards<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country does the .in domain represent? India<br />
What is the name given to a disturbed flow of air, for example a change in wind speed or<br />
direction?<br />
Turbulence<br />
What 'E' is the name used to describe the passing of the moon between the sun and the earth? Eclipse<br />
The area of Homebush Bay was the main location for the Olympic complex of which city? Sydney<br />
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In which Polish city would you find a monument to Frederic Chopin and the 14th century<br />
cathedral of St John?<br />
Warsaw<br />
The Jewish Sabbath is observed from sunset on friday until sunset on which day? Saturday<br />
According to St Luke, how many loaves of bread did Jesus share with the crowd at Bethsaida? 5<br />
What is the name given to the liberation of the people of Israel from slavery in Egypt under the<br />
leadership of Moses?<br />
Exodus<br />
What "S" is the name for sacred writings believed to be divinely inspired ? Scriptures<br />
How many Englishmen have been ordained Pope of the Roman Catholic Church? One<br />
Which 'S' is the acid contained in acid rain? Sulphuric<br />
What is the tropical fruit papaya commonly known as? Pawpaw<br />
Do the plants mosses and liverworts flower? No<br />
The children's TV characters Peregrine the Penguin and Louise the Lamb were friends of which<br />
puppet mule?<br />
Muffin<br />
Which 'T' is the common name given to a poisonous fungus that has a caplike top on the stem? Toadstool<br />
Which 'S' can be a small, edible crustacean or a small, puny person? Shrimp<br />
In which mythology is mars the God of war; Greek or Roman? Roman<br />
The Greek philosopher Empedocles believed that everything was made up of four what? Elements<br />
Which British country were the pop group Wet Wet Wet from? Scotland<br />
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Hello', 'Say You Say Me' and 'All Night Long' were hits for which American soul singer? Lionel Richie<br />
When printed after a date what does the term BC mean? Before Christ<br />
In 1917, the Balfour Declaration declared Britain's support for the establishment of a national<br />
home for which people?<br />
The Jews<br />
In law, what 'I' is an inquiry held by a coroner into an unexplained death? Inquest<br />
Marc Almond and Gene Pitney had a 1989 UK number one single with 'Something's Gotten Hold<br />
of My…' what?<br />
Livin' Thing', 'Mr Blue Sky', and 'Don't Bring Me Down' were UK hit singles for which group? ELO<br />
Diva' and 'Medusa' were hit albums for which female vocalist? Annie Lennox<br />
In music, what was the first name of the English composer Purcell? Henry<br />
On the World Wide Web, what country is represented by the .il domain? Israel<br />
What term describes dissimilar organisms that live together in mutually beneficial relationships? Symbiosis<br />
What 'H' is the element that hydrogen turns into after undergoing nuclear fusion near the centre<br />
of the sun?<br />
Heart<br />
Helium<br />
The Cherwell and which other river flow through the city of Oxford? The Isis<br />
In which US city was Martin Luther King born? Atlanta<br />
In the New Testament, on which day of the week did Christ first appear to his disciples after his<br />
resurrection?<br />
In Christianity, which Thursday in Lent commemorates the day on which Jesus instituted the Holy<br />
Communion?<br />
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Sunday<br />
Maundy Thursday
The Islamic monument, the 'Dome of the Rock', is found in which Middle Eastern city? Jerusalem<br />
According to the Christian Gospels, which prayer did Jesus teach his first disciples? Lord's Prayer<br />
In religion, what office was Adrian IV the only Englishman ever to hold? Pope<br />
What type of common British snake will play dead in order to deter predators - the grass or the<br />
adder?<br />
Grass snake<br />
Althaea is the botanical name for which familiar, very tall garden plant? Hollyhock<br />
In which Hawaiian city are the extinct volcanic craters of Diamond Head and the Punchbowl<br />
found ?<br />
Honolulu<br />
Which pop group starred in the children's TV programmes 'Miami 7' and 'LA 7'? S Club Seven<br />
Which' is one of the most common of the white hedgerow parsleys? Cow<br />
In the garden, do plants produce hormones? Yes<br />
Who is the Greek Goddess of wisdom and war; Pandora or Athena? Athena<br />
According to legend, who founded the north African city of Carthage? Dido<br />
Which female pop singer had hits with 'Luka' and 'Marlene on the Wall'? Suzanne Vega<br />
Who were the American brother/sister vocal duo who had hits in the 1970s with 'Close To You'<br />
and 'We've Only Just Begun'?<br />
In 1967, which bearded Latin American guerrilla leader became a cult hero after he was shot<br />
dead in Bolivia?<br />
In which decade of the 19th century did the Russian Tsar Alexander the second introduce<br />
emancipation of the Serfs?<br />
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The Carpenters<br />
Che Guevara<br />
<strong>18</strong>60s
In biology, what name is given to a sweet, crystalline, carbohydrate? Sugar<br />
Which Irish band had 1990s UK hit singles with 'What Can I Do' and 'Runaway'? The Corrs<br />
What is the full name of the pop group ELO? Electric Light Orchestra<br />
The group that had a UK hit single in 1985 with 'Brand New Friend' was Lloyd Cole and the…<br />
what?<br />
The aria 'Nessun Dorma' was written by which composer? Puccini<br />
On the World Wide Web, what country does the .dk domain represent? Denmark<br />
What period followed the Triassic period and preceded the Cretaceous? Jurassic<br />
Which chemical element makes up over 70 per cent of the sun? Hydrogen<br />
The two rivers that flow through the city of Oxford are the Isis and which other? River Cherwell<br />
In which US city is the Thomas Jefferson Memorial? Washington<br />
What 'T' is the cardinal virtue which regulates the desire for pleasure? Temperance<br />
In Christianity, the Ascension of Christ is celebrated how many days after Easter? 40<br />
In the Bible, in the first book of Samuel, who killed the Philistine giant Goliath? David<br />
Lloyd Cole and the Commotions<br />
In the Old Testament, the Ark of the Covenant was a wooden chest which contained what? The Ten Commandments<br />
In the New Testament who is named as the author of the letter to the Galatians? Paul<br />
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Do frog tadpoles develop their front or back legs first? Back<br />
Which fruit has varieties called muscat and pinot noir? Grape<br />
Which city is the chief seaport of Cuba? Havana<br />
In the TV Series, 'Just William', what were the two forenames of the character played by 'Bonnie<br />
Langford'?<br />
Violet Elizabeth<br />
What is the common name for the blood sucking insects that infest houses and particularly beds? Bed Bugs<br />
Which 'm' is a type of plant that grows on moist ground and has stems and leaves but no true<br />
roots?<br />
Is the musical instrument the lute from the string or brass family? String<br />
Who destroyed the Cyclops? Apollo<br />
Claire, H and Lee are three members of the former band Steps, name either of the other two? Lisa / Faye<br />
Which band won both Best British Group and Best British Album at the 2000 Brit Awards? Travis<br />
The first artificial silk was made in which century? Nineteenth<br />
The <strong>18</strong>00 Act of Union proposed to abolish the parliament of which country? Ireland<br />
In biology, is maltose a sugar or an enzyme? Sugar<br />
Minnie Mouse, Pluto and Goofy were all invented by which US animator? Walt Disney<br />
A cover version of 'Stuck In The Middle With You' was a 2001 UK hit single for which female<br />
singer?<br />
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Moss<br />
Louise
Abba won the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest with which song? Waterloo<br />
All Cried Out' and 'Love Resurrection' were UK hit singles in the 1980s for which female singer? Alison Moyet<br />
A hornpipe is a piece of music, intended to accompany which leisure activity? Dancing<br />
What is the name of the largest cut diamond in existence? Star of Africa<br />
Which breed of cattle, originating in Scotland, are distinguished by their long shaggy coats and<br />
large curved horns?<br />
Highland<br />
What 'A' is the scientific study of mankind? Anthropology<br />
The A.M.P. Centrepoint Tower is the tallest building in which city? Sydney<br />
In which European country is the High Coast Bridge? Sweden<br />
In which religion would a Mezuzah be attached to the doorpost of the house as a sign of faith? Jewish<br />
Name one of the two calendar months during which the Christian season of Advent can begin? December or November<br />
What is the name given to a cross bearing the image of Christ being crucified? Crucifix<br />
In the Christian Church, what name is given to a bishop who has authority over the other bishops<br />
in his diocese?<br />
In St John's Gospel, in which town did Jesus perform a miracle at a wedding feast? Cana<br />
What 'D' is a plant traditionally considered an antidote to a nettle sting? Dock<br />
Archbishop<br />
Celia smedley and lye's unique are varieties of which flower? Fuchsias<br />
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Which Scottish city features the Botanic Gardens and George Square? Glasgow<br />
Which actress played the 'Violet Elizabeth' in the '70s TV series 'Just William'? Bonnie Langford<br />
What 'B' is a woody, hollow-stemmed plant belonging to the grass family? Bamboo<br />
In the plant world, the 'lamina' is more commonly known as which part of a leaf - the blade or the<br />
stem?<br />
Which time of day is the Greek Goddess Eos said to personify? Dawn<br />
In mythology, who was the Roman god of fire? Vulcan<br />
Which ex-member of the pop group Yazoo went on to release the song 'That Ole Devil Called<br />
Love' ?<br />
Blade<br />
Alison Moyet<br />
Which 1959 Cliff Richard hit was written by Lionel Bart? Livin' Doll<br />
Nicolas Soult was a marshal of which country during the Napoleonic wars? France<br />
How did the 16th US President Abraham Lincoln die in <strong>18</strong>65? Assassinated<br />
Which 'G' describes the group of gases responsible for global warming? Greenhouse<br />
Pray' was the first UK number one single for which British band in 1993? Take That<br />
According to the title of their 1973 UK hit single, what did the rock group Wizzard wish it could be<br />
every day?<br />
Christmas<br />
In which country was the singer Nana Mouskouri born? Greece<br />
The name of which musical instrument can be followed by 'Sticks' or 'Faddle' to give expressions<br />
meaning nonsense?<br />
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Fiddle
What state of matter normally occurs between a solid and a gas? Liquid<br />
Which breed of white faced beef cattle are named after the county on the Welsh border where<br />
they originated?<br />
Hereford<br />
What 'A' describes any medication that neutralises stomach acid? Antacid<br />
In which British city is Liverpool Road Station, the building purported to be the oldest surviving<br />
passenger railway station?<br />
What 'J' is an Indonesian Island of the Greater Sunda Islands? Java<br />
In the Bible, who persecuted the followers of Jesus, before converting and becoming an apostle? Paul<br />
Manchester<br />
In the Bible, which 'M' was Noah's grandfather? Methusaleh<br />
Klezmer is a genre of music primarily associated with which religion? Judaism<br />
In the Old Testament, the location of Paradise on Earth is called the Garden of what? Eden<br />
In the Bible, who received God's Ten Commandments, on Mount Sinai? Moses<br />
What 'M' is a type of lily that shares its name with a famous female pop star? Madonna lily<br />
The bluebell is a name commonly used to refer to bulbous perennials belonging to which family of<br />
flowers?<br />
In which Irish city are St Stephen's Green and O'Connell Street found ? Dublin<br />
The sequel to which Roald Dahl book was called 'Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator'? Charlie and the Chocolate Factory<br />
How many body segments do caterpillars have - thirteen or fifteen? Thirteen<br />
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Lily
What 'B' describes an undeveloped shoot on a plant? Bud<br />
Which Greek heroine and daughter of Oedipus became the subject of a play by Sophocles? Antigone<br />
What creature was part man part horse? A Centaur<br />
Who duetted with Michael Jackson on the 1982 single 'The Girl is Mine'? Paul McCartney<br />
Which Frankie Goes To Hollywood song was reportedly banned by the <strong>BBC</strong> in 1984? Relax<br />
In which country was Marie Antoinette, wife of Louis 16th of France born? Austria<br />
What is the first name of the shoe loving widow of Ferdinand Marcos, former President dictator of<br />
the Philippines?<br />
What 'M' is a genetic change in the material of an organism which can result in an altered<br />
physical characteristic?<br />
Imelda<br />
Mutation<br />
The pop group 'Blondie' originated in which country? United States<br />
Fantasy' and 'Honey' were UK hit singles for which American female singer? Mariah Carey<br />
Which Spice Girl sang with Dane Bowers on the 2000 single 'Out of Your Mind'? Victoria Beckham<br />
In music, what are lyrics, song tunes or song words? Song words<br />
In science, which acronym describes a device that produces an intense beam of light of a single<br />
colour?<br />
Which common breed of dairy cattle are named after the former county in south-west Scotland<br />
where they originated?<br />
Laser<br />
Ayrshire<br />
What 'A' is a severe pain in the chest caused by narrowing coronary arteries? Angina<br />
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The city of Glasgow straddles which Scottish river? River Clyde<br />
In which independent Caribbean state would you find the Great and Little Abaco Islands? The Bahamas<br />
In the Bible, what was Lot's wife turned into for disobeying God's order not to look back? A pillar of salt<br />
In the Bible, which was the first bird to be released from the Ark? Raven<br />
What is the name of the area of Jerusalem's Western Wall where Jewish pilgrims mourn the<br />
destruction of the Temple?<br />
Wailing Wall<br />
In Christianity, what 'E' is the name given to the Feast of the Resurrection of Christ? Easter<br />
In the Bible, apart from Cain and Abel, who was Adam and Eve's other named son? Seth<br />
Which is not a naturally occurring fibre - abaca, flax or abalone? Abalone<br />
Digitoxin and digitalis are derived from which flowering plant? Foxglove<br />
In which South African city are the Malay Quarter and the Castle of Good Hope found ? Cape Town<br />
What is the first In the series of books by CS Lewis where four children go through a wardrobe<br />
into the land of Narnia?<br />
What 'T' is a pungent herb of the mint family, whose dried leaves are used to flavour a wide<br />
variety of foods?<br />
The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe<br />
Thyme<br />
What 'A' is a small plot of rented land used for growing vegetables and flowers? Allotment<br />
When Oedipus blinded himself and left Thebes, which of his daughters acted as his guide until<br />
his death?<br />
Which Ancient Egyptian God was the son of Isis and was often depicted as a falcon-headed<br />
man?<br />
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Antigone<br />
Horus
Were British band UB40 formed in Wolverhampton or Birmingham? Birmingham<br />
Which pop star recorded the album 'I've Been Expecting You' in 1998? Robbie Williams<br />
Which French saint led a battle against the English and was burned in 1431 for witchcraft? Joan of Arc<br />
Which area of Russia, famous for its freezing winter conditions was used to exile political and<br />
criminal prisoners?<br />
Siberia<br />
What name is given to the effect of a sudden switch of time zones in air travel? Jet Lag<br />
The singer who had UK hit singles in the 1960s and 1980s, with the song 'Higher and Higher' was<br />
Jackie… who?<br />
Comedian Bernard Cribbins had a 1960s UK hit single entitled 'Right Said…' who? Fred<br />
Wilson<br />
Which pop group had UK-hit-singles with 'Love Action' and 'Mirror Man' in the 1980s? Human League<br />
Which German composer wrote the cycle of four operas 'The Ring of the Nibelung'? Richard Wagner<br />
What is the name given to electric power generated by moving water? Hydroelectric Power<br />
Sockeye is a variety of which fish? Salmon<br />
Which term is used to describe the lowest temperature that can theoretically be attained? Absolute Zero<br />
Which city's famous School of Art building, was designed by the architect Charles Rennie<br />
Mackintosh?<br />
Glasgow<br />
What 'A' is both a European capital city and a US city in New York state? Amsterdam<br />
How many plagues were inflicted on Egypt in the book of Exodus? Ten<br />
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In Christianity, which day of prayer is celebrated on November the 2nd? All Souls Day<br />
What is the name of the independent state which is the spiritual and administrative home of the<br />
Roman Catholic Church?<br />
Vatican City<br />
Which book of the Bible records the death of Moses? Deuteronomy<br />
The Church of Scientology was founded in which country? America<br />
Which birch tree gets its name from the distinctive colour of its bark? Silver birch<br />
By what name is the crane fly more commonly known? Daddy Long Legs<br />
In which city of Thailand are the Democracy Monument and the Palace Buildings found? Bangkok<br />
What does the 'C' stand in the name of the author CS Lewis, Clive or Colin? Clive<br />
In the world of plants, some desert trees have small leaves to help reduce the loss of what? Water<br />
The 'Ruby Ball' is a variety of which common vegetable? Cabbage<br />
Which God had his oracle at Delphi in Greek Mythology? Apollo<br />
Who was the Greek Goddess of Love? Aphrodite<br />
What is the nationality of the pop singer Celine Dion? Canadian<br />
Which pop group recorded the album 'The Man Who' in 1999? Travis<br />
In the British peerage, which is the higher degree of nobility - Duke or Earl? Duke<br />
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The ancient city of Rome was founded on which river? Tiber<br />
In human biology, what 'E' is an outbreak of infectious disease affecting large numbers of people<br />
at the same time?<br />
Epidemic<br />
Which singer had UK hit singles in the 1990s with 'The Changingman' and 'Peacock Suit'? Paul Weller<br />
Which duo released the 1980s UK hit singles 'We Close Our Eyes' and 'Don't Look Down'? Go West<br />
What is the first name of the only male member of the pop band 'The Corrs'? Jim<br />
In ballet, what is the term given to a complete turn of the body on one leg? Pirouette<br />
What 'G' describes a force of attraction between two objects? Gravity<br />
What is the larva of a frog called? Tadpole<br />
Which 'A' is the name of a pungent gas with the chemical formula NH3? Ammonia<br />
In the nursery rhyme, whom did 'Simple Simon' meet on his way to the fair? A Pieman<br />
In which Turkish city would you find the Byzantine church Hagia Sophia? Istanbul<br />
During which major Jewish Festival is unleavened bread or Matzo eaten? Passover<br />
In the Bible, Esau sold Jacob his birthright for 'a mess of pottage', what is pottage? Soup<br />
In the Bible, who led the Israelites across the Red Sea? Moses<br />
Which 'P' were biblical people who inhabited five cities including Ashdod & Gaza? Philistines<br />
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In the Bible, who led the Israelites out of Egypt with his younger brother Moses ? Aaron<br />
Which of these is a tool - a hassock, a mattock or a hummock? Mattock<br />
What 'D' is the name given to the numerical analysis of populations? Demography<br />
In which city in New Zealand is the Skytower a tourist attraction? Auckland<br />
In the<strong>18</strong>30s Hans Christian Andersen wrote the fairy tale 'The Princess and the...' what? Pea<br />
Which name is given to any plant growing where it is not wanted, especially in cultivated areas? Weed<br />
What 'C' are leafless, succulent plants that can store large quantities of water, and are usually<br />
found in arid regions?<br />
Cacti (accept Cactus)<br />
Which King in Mythology is said to have tried to turn back the tide? King Canute<br />
Who was the Roman God of Doors, Gateways and Beginnings? Janus<br />
The rock group Queen provided the soundtrack to which 1980 science fiction film? Flash Gordon<br />
Which Beatle had a solo hit with 'My Sweet Lord'? George Harrison<br />
The French astrologer and physician Nostradamus was born in which century? 16th<br />
What F was the open space in a Roman town serving as a market-place and general meeting<br />
place ?<br />
Cytology is the study of the structure and function of what? Cells<br />
Forum<br />
Ronan Keating had a 2000 UK number one single with 'Life is a…' what? Rollercoaster<br />
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In the 1960s, 'Chain Gang' and 'Another Saturday Night', were UK hit singles for Sam... who? Cooke<br />
In country music, 'He'll Have To Go' and 'Distant Drums' were UK hit singles in the 1960s for<br />
which singer?<br />
According to the Bohr theory of the atom, how many electrons can the first shell of an atom hold? Two<br />
Jim Reeves<br />
Is the element strontium named after a Scottish village or a Swedish scientist? Scottish Village<br />
Squirrels and beavers belong to which animal order? Rodents<br />
From which mineral is iron extracted? Iron Ore<br />
In the nursery rhyme, how many little kittens put on their mittens? Three<br />
In which country would you find the region of Burgundy? France<br />
Which 'C' is the Chinese teacher and philosopher whose work is recorded in the Analects? Confucius<br />
In the New Testament, Conquest, War and Famine were 3 of the 4 'Horsemen of the Apocalypse'<br />
name the fourth?<br />
Death<br />
In the Bible, what 'H' was the original language of most of the Old Testament? Hebrew<br />
In Celtic Arthurian legend what 'A' is known as 'the land of the apples'? Avalon<br />
The admission of one of the members of the Roman Catholic Church to the calendar of saints is<br />
known as what?<br />
Which part of the basil plant is used to flavour food? Leaf<br />
Where in the human body would you find the conjunctiva? Eye<br />
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Canonisation
In which European Capital city Is the Prinsengracht Canal found? Amsterdam<br />
Which Robert Louis Stevenson book for children was adapted into a Walt Disney film in 1950? Treasure Island<br />
Pomme-de-Terre' is the French name for which vegetable? Potato<br />
In the plant world what colour is the chemical, chlorophyll? Green<br />
Who was the Goddess whose temple at Ephesus was a wonder of the world? Artemis<br />
What have you to touch in order to avoid tempting fate? Wood<br />
Which trio had a massive hit with a cover of Bob Dylan's 'Blowin' in the Wind' in 1963? Peter, Paul & Mary<br />
Which boy-girl pop band released the album 'Steptacular'? Steps<br />
Was Edgehill the first or last battle of the English civil war? First<br />
In what year was Radio One launched in the UK 1967 or 1973? 1967<br />
In the human body, what 'A' is a small unused organ which shares its name with an addition to<br />
the end of a book?<br />
Appendix<br />
Which female country singer had a 1975 UK hit single with D.I.V.O.R.C.E? Tammy Wynette<br />
What 'B' is a type of gas burner, commonly used in laboratories? Bunsen Burner<br />
What is measured on the Mohs' scale, on which diamond rates 10? Hardness<br />
What colour is the metal compound copper sulphate? Blue<br />
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In geology, the gemstone peridot is usually what colour? Green<br />
In which European country is the city of Aarhus - Denmark or Holland? Denmark<br />
In which European country would you find the town of Abbeville? France<br />
In which major world religion is 'Brahman' the supreme power in the universe? Hinduism<br />
In religion, how many Sundays are there in Advent? Four<br />
Would adding limestone to earth make it more acid or more alkaline? Alkaline<br />
Which creature lays its spawn in thin strings of between 1 and 2 metres long - a frog or toad? Toad<br />
The Delphinium flower gets its name from its supposed resemblance to which sea creature? Dolphin<br />
In the nursery rhyme 'Hush A Bye Baby' where was the cradle placed? On A Tree Top<br />
The character Gargamel is the arch enemy of which small blue cartoon creatures? The Smurfs<br />
In Greek legend what hollow wooden animal was used to smuggle troops into Troy? Trojan Horse<br />
From where does the tooth fairy usually collect the discarded milk teeth of children? Under their pillow<br />
The famous cemetery of Egyptian Pharaohs near Thebes is called the Valley of the what? Kings<br />
The Suez Crisis followed which country's nationalisation of the Suez Canal? Egypt's<br />
In British history, who said: "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to<br />
so few"?<br />
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Winston Churchill
Which hit by Abba begins with the line "You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life"? Dancing Queen<br />
The false bravado gained from drinking alcohol is popularly known as 'Dutch ...' what? Courage<br />
Which American singer had UK hit singles in 1986 with 'How Will I Know' and 'Greatest Love of<br />
All'?<br />
Whitney Houston<br />
What, according to the Greek mathematician Euclid, is the shortest distance between two points? A Straight Line<br />
What "F" is the pivot or fixed point on which a lever moves? Fulcrum<br />
Which two letters represent sodium on the periodic table? Na<br />
What type of animal is a capercaillie? Grouse<br />
The Matterhorn is a mountain peak found on the border of Italy and which other country? Switzerland<br />
Are the Interpol headquarters in France or Germany? France<br />
How many days after Easter is Ascension Day? Forty<br />
What 'A' is the name given to the male head or superior of a monastery or abbey? Abbot<br />
When ripe, what colour is the African vegetable okra? green<br />
Do conifer trees have separate male and female cones? Yes<br />
What 'S' is produced from plants such as corn and grass, and stored in a silo for use as animal<br />
fodder?<br />
Silage<br />
In the nursery rhyme 'Georgie Porgie', what did Georgie do when the boys came out to play? Ran Away<br />
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In which year were the Teletubbies launched? 1997<br />
In Greek Mythology the sirens had the heads of women and the bodies of which creatures? Birds<br />
What 'S' lived on an island and lured sailors to their death on the rocks with their singing in Greek<br />
Mythology?<br />
Sirens<br />
Anne Boleyn was the mother of which English Queen? Elizabeth I<br />
In World War I and II, what kind of German vessel was a U-boat? Submarine<br />
Who won the Spanish Civil War in 1939 the Republicans or the Nationalists? Nationalists<br />
How many players are needed for the card game, Patience? One<br />
Which heroic nurse was known as 'The Lady with the Lamp'? Florence Nightingale<br />
What is the surname of the Spice Girl with the nickname Baby and the first name Emma? Bunton<br />
Is a study of fauna a study of plant life or animal life? Animal Life<br />
What kind of liquids are aqua regia and vitriol? Acids<br />
What 'C' is used to speed up chemical reactions, without itself changing? Catalyst<br />
What is the chemical formula for water? H2O<br />
In which continent is the River Limpopo found? Africa<br />
Which city founded a university first; Oxford or Paris? Paris<br />
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In Judaism, what is the Hebrew word for "proper"? Kosher<br />
In which religion would a 'Mufti' be a legal expert who guides the courts in their interpretation? Islam<br />
Is a narcissus a type of plant or fish? Plant<br />
Firs, cedars, larches and spruces are all members of which group of trees? Pine<br />
What is a male fox called? A Dog Fox<br />
According to the nursery rhyme, what was the name of the 'Piper's Son' who stole a pig and ran<br />
away?<br />
What is the surname of the mischievous schoolboy 'William', created by Richmal Crompton? Brown<br />
Gaea in Greek Mythology is the personification of which planet? Earth<br />
In the ancient world Orion was a figure in which mythology,Greek or Roman? Greek<br />
In which continent was the ancient city of Carthage? Africa<br />
Who was President of South Africa from 1989 to 1994? F.W. de Klerk<br />
In which century was the National Trust established in England? 19th<br />
Who is Hollywood star Kirk Douglas's famous actor son? Michael Douglas<br />
Of which fruit is Cox's Orange Pippin a variety? Apple<br />
Which US pop group, released the 1986 album 'Slippery When Wet'? Bon Jovi<br />
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Tom
Is Earth the second or third planet from the sun in the solar system? Third<br />
Which metal is usually added to silver to make sterling silver; copper or zinc? Copper<br />
Combustion can only take place with which chemical element present? Oxygen<br />
In which century was the first telephone directory issued in the UK? 19th<br />
Fulani are nomads who live by cattle herding in the west of which continent? Africa<br />
The Bay of Biscay separates France and which other country? Spain<br />
In the Christian religion, what is the name of the ritual by which people are admitted to the<br />
priesthood?<br />
Ordination<br />
The Christmas tree was popularised in the UK in the mid 19th century by which prince? Prince Albert<br />
Do mosses ever flower? No<br />
The oil of which spice is traditionally used as a cure for toothache? Cloves<br />
What 'L' are areas of water separated from the open sea by reefs? Lagoons<br />
Complete the title of this nursery rhyme, 'Twinkle, Twinkle Little...' what? Star<br />
Which of the following was written by Hans Christian Andersen; The Snow Queen or Snow<br />
White?<br />
According to Greek philosophy the four elements are earth, air, fire and what? Water<br />
A Harpy has the head and body of a woman but the feet and wings of which bird? Vulture<br />
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The Snow Queen
What nationality is the monetarist economist Milton Friedman? American<br />
South African Prime Minister Doctor Malan instituted which system meaning apartness or<br />
separate development?<br />
Apartheid<br />
Which Italian fascist leader fell from power in 1943? Mussolini<br />
In the TV series, which letter does Superman wear on his chest? S<br />
Complete the saying: "As poor as a church ..." what? Mouse<br />
Which 1979 UK hit single for Gloria Gaynor begins with the lyrics, "At first I was afraid, I was<br />
petrified"?<br />
I Will Survive<br />
Which <strong>18</strong>th century explorer was able to show that the 'Great Southern Continent' did not exist? James Cook<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country is represented by the domain .de? Germany<br />
In which century was the periodic table devised; the 17th or 19th? 19th<br />
What was the first name of scientist Pierre Curie's wife? Marie<br />
The Akosombo Dam is on the Volta River in which coastal country of Western Africa? Ghana<br />
The Auckland Islands belong to which country? New Zealand<br />
What "A" is a messenger from God or a guardian spirit? Angel<br />
In the Bible, did God create the creatures of the sea and sky on the fourth or the fifth day? Fifth<br />
What 'B' is a hole or tunnel dug by a small animal as a home? Burrow<br />
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Derived from a tree of the same name, which silky fibre is used to stuff cushions? Kapok<br />
What 'L' is the name given to the flower garland worn around the neck in Hawaii? Lei<br />
Complete the title of the nursery rhyme 'Here We Go Round the Mulberry...' what? Bush<br />
In the Hans Christian Andersen story, what colour were the shoes that wouldn't stop dancing? Red<br />
Minos, in Greek Mythology was the king of which Greek Island? Crete<br />
The quest for the Holy Grail was undertaken by which King and his Knights? Arthur<br />
In which decade of the twentieth century did Yasser Arafat become chairman of the Palestine<br />
Liberation organisation?<br />
1960's<br />
Sir Rowland Hill , author of the <strong>18</strong>37 book 'Post Office Reform', created what? The Postage Stamp<br />
Sylvia and Christabel were the daughters of which Manchester born suffragette? Emmeline Pankhurst<br />
Of what is Earl Grey a variety? Tea<br />
Which chart-topping pop group was made up of three Gibb brothers? The Bee Gees<br />
In September 2001, which pop group of brothers were reunited on stage for the first time in 20<br />
years in New York?<br />
Country singers Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton duetted on the 1983 UK hit single, 'Islands In<br />
The…' what?<br />
The Jacksons<br />
Stream<br />
The albums 'Woodface' and 'Together Alone' were recorded by the group Crowded... what? (Crowded) House<br />
Caramelisation is the name of the process whereby crystals of what are heated until they melt<br />
and burn?<br />
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Sugar
Are diesel and petrol engines internal or external combustion engines? Internal<br />
Which antelope shares its name with a small drum? Bongo<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country does the .fr domain represent? France<br />
In the Asterix comic books, which Queen of Egypt was featured in one of the adventures? Cleopatra<br />
What 'P' is a hill or mountain with a level top? Plateau<br />
What is the usual English translation of 'Ave Maria'? Hail Mary<br />
Which religious group founded in 1966, is known for its mantra-chanting members, who often<br />
wear saffron-coloured robes?<br />
Ash Wednesday is the first day of which period in the Christian calendar? Lent<br />
Hare Krishna<br />
In the New Testament, the Garden of Gethsemane is on the east side of which city? Jerusalem<br />
What "C" is an ankle-length garment often worn by clergymen? Cassock<br />
Is myrtle a species of bird or a species of plant? Plant<br />
Which bird gives its nest a smooth mud lining - a song thrush or a blackbird? Song Thrush<br />
According to the nursery rhyme 'Polly, put the kettle on', who took it off again? Sukey<br />
What is the name of the narrator in the <strong>18</strong>83 children's book 'Treasure Island'? Jim Hawkins<br />
Which coniferous tree shares its name with a word meaning 'neat' or 'dapper'? Spruce<br />
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What 'E' is the name given to a plant that keeps its leaves throughout the year? Evergreen<br />
Which Greek God gave his name to the US space programme by which men landed on the<br />
moon in July 1969?<br />
What was the name given to the chief river of Hades in mythology? Styx<br />
Apollo<br />
Which American pop musician changed his name to a symbol in 1993? Prince<br />
Andrea, Sharon, Caroline and Jim are the four sibling members of which Irish pop group? The Corrs<br />
Was the famous World War I pilot William Avery Bishop Canadian or American? Canadian<br />
Which large naval and military force was sent by Philip II of Spain to invade England in May<br />
1588?<br />
In the human body, what 'T' are found on either side at the back of the throat? Tonsils<br />
Spanish Armada<br />
Which Canadian female singer had a 2001 UK hit single with 'Turn Off The Light'? Nelly Furtado<br />
Which nickname was shared by the two American musicians, Antoine Domino and Thomas<br />
Waller?<br />
Mark King was the lead singer and bass player for the pop group called Level... what? Level 42<br />
Is the scientific symbol of the female a circle with a cross or an arrow? Cross<br />
In computing, what name is given to the point of contact between two programs or two pieces of<br />
equipment?<br />
Fats<br />
Interface<br />
Is the guinea pig native to North America or South America? South America<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country is represented by the .ch domain? Switzerland<br />
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Danish author Hans Christian Andersen wrote the fairy tale 'The Snow...' what? Queen<br />
In which country would you find the Temple of the Tooth? Sri Lanka<br />
The Menorah is a seven-branched candlestick associated with which religion? Judaism<br />
Which essentially Jamaican religion, associated with Marcus Garvey, was named after Ethiopia's<br />
Crown Prince?<br />
In the Bible, who was the father of Esau and Jacob? Isaac<br />
In the Bible, who was swallowed by a 'great fish'? Jonah<br />
What 'F' is the word used to describe abstinence observed by followers of various religions during<br />
Yom Kippur, Ramadan?<br />
Rastafarianism<br />
Fasting<br />
Are spruce trees deciduous or evergreen? Evergreen<br />
What 'O' is a tree that has clusters of pale brown buds and produces acorns as its fruit? Oak<br />
In the nursery rhyme 'Jack and Jill', Jack mended his head with vinegar and what? Brown Paper<br />
Blind Pew, Captain Flint and Billy Bones are all characters in which pirate story? Treasure Island<br />
Which name for a species of daisy was also one of the Queen Mother's christian names? Marguerite<br />
What is the dark dead wood in the centre of a tree trunk called? Heartwood<br />
In Greek mythology who was the goddess of love? Aphrodite<br />
Was Achilles a Greek or Roman hero? Greek<br />
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The Joshua Tree' was a hit album for which Irish band? U2<br />
Which Irish family group released the album 'Talk On Corners'? The Corrs<br />
Established by the United Nations in 1946, which global organisation aims to eradicate<br />
preventable diseases?<br />
In what year was the National Lottery launched by the British government? 1994<br />
In human biology, what 'J' is the point at which two bones meet? Joint<br />
World Health Organisation<br />
Which female singer had a 2001 UK hit single with 'Ain't It Funny'? Jennifer Lopez<br />
Which pop duo had UK hit singles in the early 1990s with 'Blue Savannah', 'Chorus' and 'I Love<br />
To Hate You'?<br />
The singers known as T-Boz, Left-Eye and Chilli, made up which female US soul group? TLC<br />
Erasure<br />
In the life cycle of a star, which comes first, a white dwarf or a black dwarf? White Dwarf<br />
How many atoms are there in a diatomic molecule; 1 or 2? 2<br />
Pathology is the study of the causes and effects of what? Disease<br />
On the World Wide Web, which country is represented by the .ru domain? Russia<br />
Hans Christian Andersen wrote a story entitled 'The Emperor's New...' what? Clothes<br />
What is the capital of Costa Rica? San Jose<br />
What is the term given to the appearance of wounds or scars corresponding to those of the<br />
crucified Christ on the body?<br />
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Stigmata
With which religion is Zionism usually associated? Judaism<br />
In religion, by what name was Karol Wojtyla known since October 16th 1978? Pope John Paul II<br />
In the Bible, who is the founder of the Jewish nation? Abraham<br />
What 'D' is the 19th-century word for boiled dumpling or pudding, surviving in the Christmas dish<br />
"plum...." what?<br />
Is the yucca plant native to the Americas or Africa? The Americas<br />
What 'B' is a farm building used for the storage of cereal crops and hay? Barn<br />
According to the nursery rhyme on which day was 'Solomon Grundy' born? Monday<br />
Which character in Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Treasure Island' is a sea cook with only one leg? Long John Silver<br />
In the plant world, does an aerial root begin growth above or below the ground? Above<br />
What 'R' is a plant stem that grows horizontally along the soil surface and is also a type of bean? Runner<br />
In Mythology the golden city of El Dorado was on which continent? South America<br />
In ancient Greece what was a Lyre? A string instrument<br />
Where was the singer Van Morrison born; Wales or Northern Ireland? Northern Ireland<br />
Which member of The Beatles had sons called Sean and Julian? John Lennon<br />
The world's first passenger railway was built in which century - the <strong>18</strong>th or 19th? 19th (<strong>18</strong>06)<br />
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Duff
The Luftwaffe was the air force of which country? Germany<br />
In humans, what 'I' is the inability to fall asleep? Insomnia<br />
Complete the title of a novel by C S. Lewis, 'The Lion, the Witch and the ...' what? Wardrobe<br />
Talking Heads had a 1985 UK hit single with the song 'Road to…' where? Nowhere<br />
How fast must an object travel to escape the Earth's gravity; 20,000 or 40,000 kilometres per<br />
hour?<br />
Which female scientist discovered polonium, naming it after her native Poland? Marie Curie<br />
In science, what 'Q' is the smallest amount of energy that a system can gain or lose ? Quantum<br />
What name is usually given to an adult female sheep? Ewe<br />
What 'A' is a Portuguese speaking country on the south west coast of Africa? Angola<br />
The Murray-Darling River is the longest river of which southern hemisphere country? Australia<br />
In which country did Zen Buddhism originate? China<br />
Whose is the first death recounted in the Bible? Abel<br />
In which European country were the first botanical gardens created? Italy<br />
Is larkspur the name of a plant or a bird? Plant<br />
Is jacaranda the name of a tree or an animal? Tree<br />
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Which type of shop did TV's 'Mister Benn' always go into before going through to another world? Fancy Dress Shop<br />
In the Hans Christian Andersen story, who was tricked into parading naked in public? The Emperor<br />
Which island housing a highly developed civilisation is said to have been sunk beneath the<br />
waves?<br />
Atlantis<br />
The Goddess Luna was the personification of what? The moon<br />
When was the so called Window Tax abolished in Britain, <strong>18</strong>45, <strong>18</strong>51 or 1900? <strong>18</strong>51<br />
During which war did the Siege of Stalingrad take place? Second World War<br />
Montezuma was the last Emperor of which Central American ancient civilisation? Aztecs<br />
The classic novel 'Black Beauty' centres on the adventures of what type of animal? Horse<br />
In the 1980s, the songs 'Like to Get to Know You Well', and 'What Is Love', were UK hit singles<br />
for Howard… who?<br />
Howard Jones<br />
A Stevenson screen is used for measuring changes in what? Weather<br />
What 'P' is a triangular block of glass that splits a beam of white light into colours of the<br />
spectrum?<br />
In science, is the speed of sound faster or slower in water than in air ? Faster<br />
The Jardin des Tuileries is located in which European capital city? Paris<br />
In which North American country are the Cariboo Mountains situated? Canada<br />
In which Asian country are the Narmada and Godavari Rivers situated? India<br />
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Prism
In which country did Sikhism originate? India<br />
The envelope of a letter to which church of England dignatory should be addressed to the Most<br />
Reverend?<br />
What 'M' is a thin barrier made of lipid and protein molecules separating the cell contents from its<br />
surroundings?<br />
Archbishop<br />
Membrane<br />
Is the aspen an evergreen or a deciduous tree? Deciduous<br />
Which is larger - a stoat or a polecat? Polecat<br />
In which children's TV drama have the characters Ziggy Greaves and Zammo appeared? Grange Hill<br />
What type of factory did Willy Wonka own in the Roald Dahl book? Chocolate Factory<br />
Which ancient Egyptian god was the God of the sun? Ra<br />
A giant killed by King Arthur is said to be buried underneath which British mountain? Snowdon<br />
Which King of England was the illegitimate son of Duke Robert the Devil? William I<br />
What is the title of the senior Church of England clergyman, who officiates at the coronation of an<br />
English monarch?<br />
Which dynasty ruled China from 1368 to 1644? Ming<br />
In which city is the Sherlock Holmes Museum found? London<br />
With which sport is the expression to 'tee off' most commonly associated? Golf<br />
Which sex were the members, of the pop group Village People? Male<br />
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Archbishop of Canterbury
In a camera, what 'A' is the name given to the opening that allows light to pass through the lens<br />
onto the film?<br />
Aperture<br />
What substance is produced by burning hydrogen in air? Water<br />
What 'M' is a line of rock debris carried and deposited by an advancing glacier? Moraine<br />
A red and white striped pole outside a premises indicates what type of business? Barbers<br />
What was the South American country of Surinam formerly known as? Dutch Guiana<br />
Which mountain range in northern Russia forms the boundary between Europe and Asia? Ural Mountains<br />
What "A" is the name given to the female superior of a nunnery or convent? Abbess<br />
In the Bible, in the book of Revelation, what 'A' is the site of the final battle between Good and<br />
Evil?<br />
Armageddon<br />
What 'H' is the art and science of growing flowers, fruit, and vegetables? Horticulture<br />
Which desert plant appears on the national flag of Mexico? Cactus<br />
What berries are the fruits of the blackthorn and are often soaked in gin to make Christmas<br />
liqueur?<br />
Mary, Colin and Dickon are characters in which classic novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett? The Secret Garden<br />
In the children's novel 'The Wind in the Willows', who lives in Toad Hall? Toad<br />
Which beast was half lion, half eagle and is sometimes shown with a serpent's tail? Griffin<br />
Medusa was one of three hideous creatures known as what in Greek Mythology? Gorgons<br />
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Sloes
Who succeeded King Harold as King of England in 1066? William I<br />
Samurai were members of the military class of which country? Japan<br />
In which year was MI5 established, 1909 or 1929? 1909<br />
How many teams compete in the semi-finals of a sporting competition? Four<br />
Boney M had a UK hit single in 1978, with 'Brown Girl in the…' what? Ring<br />
What 'A' is a fossilised tree resin used to make jewellery? Amber<br />
Cubic zirconia is sold as a popular substitute for which stone? Diamond<br />
Is a planet's aphelion the point in its orbit when it is nearest to or farthest from the sun? Farthest<br />
In 1991, to which English city did the annual Crufts dog show move? Birmingham<br />
Which South American country is the American Indian word, meaning 'land of waters' - Surinam<br />
or Guyana?<br />
Guyana<br />
In which European country are the Sumava Mountains situated? Czech Republic<br />
In the Christian calendar, is Ash Wednesday the first or the last day of Lent? The First<br />
In the authorized version of the New Testament, who did Jesus say, in the Sermon on the Mount,<br />
would inherit the Earth?<br />
Durmast, common and turkey are all types of which tree found in Britain? Oak<br />
The lotus flower is the national symbol of which Asian country? India<br />
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Are earthworms hermaphrodites? Yes<br />
Which 1980s children's cartoon starred four reptilian heroes each named after an Italian artist? Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles<br />
In which classic children's novel, published in 1908, do a mole and a water rat become friends? The Wind in the Willows<br />
According to Arthurian Legend who was Sir Galahad's father? Sir Lancelot<br />
The religion of ancient Rome, Vulcan was the god of metal working and what? Fire<br />
Which was the first West African country to win independence from the UK Ghana or Nigeria? Ghana<br />
Which Saint was the first Archbishop of Canterbury? Saint Augustine<br />
Which animal refuge was founded by Mary Tealby in <strong>18</strong>60? Battersea Dogs' Home<br />
In which 1960 film western did Charles Bronson, Steve McQueen and Yul Brynner star as<br />
'magnificent' gun-slingers?<br />
The word 'bomber' can be put before which item of clothing? Jacket<br />
What was the full name of the female lead vocalist, on the year 2000 UK number one single,<br />
'Groovejet, If This Ain't Love'?<br />
What 'O' is a branch of physics dealing with the study of light and vision? Optics<br />
The Magnificent Seven<br />
Sophie Ellis-Bextor<br />
In countries such as Saudi Arabia, desalination plants are built to provide supplies of what? Fresh water<br />
In astronomy, the constellation 'The Plough' is also known as 'The Great…' what? Bear<br />
In which country of the UK are the first and second of January usually public holidays? Scotland<br />
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Venezuela is on the north coast of which continent? South America<br />
South West Africa is the former name of which African country ? Namibia<br />
In the Bible, Moses led the Jews out of enslavement and into the border of the promised land<br />
from which country?<br />
In the Bible, who picked fruit from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? Eve<br />
What 'C' is the embryo stage of a butterfly's life-cycle? Chrysalis<br />
What 'H' is the name given to a plant that can withstand both heat and cold? Hardy<br />
What type of bird eats the eggs and young of other birds and is thought to bring bad luck? Magpie<br />
In which pantomime would you traditionally find the character 'Baron Hardup'? Cinderella<br />
In the Hans Christian Andersen story, who exchanged her voice for a pair of legs? The Little Mermaid<br />
Which ancient Egyptian God was the ruler of the dead? Osiris<br />
Which 'S' was the father of Jupiter who also has a planet named after him? Saturn<br />
Which Leon was the Russian revolutionary who was defeated by Stalin in the power struggle after<br />
Lenin's death?<br />
Egypt<br />
Trotsky<br />
What was the first name of the Russian leader Stalin? Joseph<br />
In the British peerage, which is the higher degree of nobility, Marquess or Viscount? Marquess<br />
What nationality is the supermodel Christy Turlington? American<br />
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Which Elizabethan playwright's mother was born Mary Arden? William Shakespeare<br />
Which pop act had a UK number one single in 1998 with 'Brimful of Asha'? Cornershop<br />
Something that fools the eye is known as an optical what? Illusion<br />
Is plumbago another name for graphite or for camphor? Graphite<br />
In 1980 and 1981, which two NASA spacecraft relayed images of Saturn to Earth? The Voyager Probes<br />
Which National day falls earlier in the year; St George's day or St David's day? St David's day<br />
In which continent would you find The Republic of The Gambia? Africa<br />
In which European country would you find the River Dordogne? France<br />
From which book of the Old Testament is the line 'In the beginning God created the heaven and<br />
the earth'?<br />
Genesis<br />
In Roman religion, which 'O' was the Kingdom of the Dead and its ruler? Orcus<br />
How many claws does a golden eagle have on each foot? Four<br />
What is agronomy the study of? crops and soils<br />
Is pollen the male or female cell of seed plants? Male<br />
Which imprisoned heroine in the fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm had extraordinarily<br />
long hair?<br />
Rapunzel<br />
Which of Grimm's fairy tales features an evil queen and her magic looking glass? Snow White<br />
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In Iranian mythology was Tishtrya the God of rain or snow? Rain<br />
What were the three Goddesses who determined human destiny collectively called? The Fates<br />
Which famous London theatre opened in 1910 the Palladium or Hackney Empire? Palladium<br />
In which century did the Royal Academy of Arts open in London? <strong>18</strong>th<br />
Madame de Pompadour was the mistress of the king of which country? France<br />
In the old nursery rhyme, which bridge "...is falling down"? London Bridge<br />
How many points does a 'Star of David' have? Six<br />
Which British pop singer, who released his first single in 1965, had a 2001 UK hit single, with 'I<br />
Want Love'?<br />
Elton John<br />
Are coal and oil a renewable or non-renewable source of energy? Non-renewable<br />
Mercury and aneroid are the two main types of which instrument that records pressure? Barometer<br />
How many natural satellites orbit the planet Earth? 1<br />
At which royal palace in London is there a ravenmaster? Tower of London<br />
On which continent is the Republic of Uzbekistan? Asia<br />
What is the name of the north-western arm of the Atlantic Ocean; Alsatian Sea or Labrador Sea? Labrador Sea<br />
In the New Testament was the apostle Andrew a fisherman or a farmer? Fisherman<br />
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In the Gospel of Saint Matthew, which King was visited by the wise men on their way to<br />
Bethlehem?<br />
What 'F' is the fertilised ovary of a flower? Fruit<br />
King Herod<br />
Where on a cricket are it's ears? Front Legs<br />
What 'P' commonly causes hayfever? Pollen<br />
Which TV cartoon sailor sought to avoid the clutches of the evil pirate 'Cut Throat Jake'? Captain Pugwash<br />
In which of Perrault's fairy tales does a princess prick her finger on a spindle and fall into a deep<br />
sleep?<br />
Was Mithras the Persian God of light or darkness? Light<br />
What 'F' were the Roman Goddesses of Vengeance? Furies<br />
Was Interpol formed before or after World War Two? Before<br />
Which city did the Romans call Deva - Chester or Chichester? Chester<br />
Which German state was once ruled by Mad King Ludwig, best known today for his extravagant<br />
buildings?<br />
Sleeping Beauty<br />
Bavaria<br />
Who is heir to the British throne? Prince Charles<br />
In which 1990s TV comedy series did actress Caroline Quentin play the character Dorothy? Men Behaving Badly<br />
Genesis had a 1986 UK hit single, with the song 'Invisible…' what? Invisible Touch<br />
How many tonnes are there in a megaton? One Million<br />
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The constellation Draco is represented as what kind of mythical beast? Dragon<br />
British physicist Sir J.J. Thomson discovered what part of the atom in <strong>18</strong>97? The Electron<br />
The largest cut diamond in the world is mounted in which part of the Crown Jewels? The Sceptre<br />
Lake Tunis is in which country? Tunisia<br />
What 'G' is the huge Island in the North Atlantic between Canada and Iceland? Greenland<br />
Which patriarch of the Old Testament had a wife called Sarah and a son called Isaac? Abraham<br />
The Turin Shroud is the name given to the cloth thought by many to have covered whose body? Jesus Christ<br />
Is spirogyra a type of black insect or green algae? Green Algae<br />
Are frogs warm-blooded or cold-blooded? Cold-Blooded<br />
On oak trees, do the male or female flowers ripen in to acorns? Female<br />
The title of the 1935 novel by John Masefield Is 'The Box of...' what? Delights<br />
In the nursery rhyme, who went up the hill with Jill to fetch a pail of water? Jack<br />
Morpheus was the Greek God of what? Dreams<br />
What nationality was hero Finn MacCool in Mythology? Irish<br />
Which 20th century British monarch said "We have our part to play in restoring the shattered<br />
fabric of civilisation"?<br />
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George VI
Which historically significant year is represented by the Roman numerals MLXVI? 1066<br />
Which literary prize did Winston Churchill win in 1953? Nobel Prize<br />
On which day of the week does Easter Day always fall? Sunday<br />
Which dark brown, syrupy vinegar is most closely associated with Modena in Italy? Balsamic Vinegar<br />
Which South American nation won the 2002 FIFA Football World Cup? Brazil<br />
Danny Zuko, Kenickie and Sandy are all characters from which musical film? Grease<br />
Which soul singer had 1970s UK hit singles, with 'Let the Music Play', and 'Can't Get Enough of<br />
Your Love Babe'?<br />
Is neon a solid, liquid or gas under normal conditions? Gas<br />
Barry White<br />
In car mechanics, the distributor sends pulses of high voltage electricity to what? Spark Plugs<br />
In which part of the human body is the bone called the ulna? Arm<br />
In which month is the Edinburgh Tattoo performed annually at Edinburgh Castle? August<br />
In which country is the popular seaside resort and fishing port of Trouville? France<br />
What 'C' is an island state of the West Indies, situated at the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico? Cuba<br />
Is Hasidism a movement associated with Sikhism or Judaism? Judaism<br />
What 'C' is the name given to the officials of the Roman Catholic Church who are also given the<br />
title of Eminence?<br />
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Cardinals
How many main blood groups do humans have? 4<br />
Are birds warm or cold-blooded? Warm-Blooded<br />
What is the British name for the plant which produces May blossom? Hawthorn<br />
What is the name of the sister of Julian and Dick in the 'Famous Five' books by Enid Blyton ? Anne<br />
According to the children's rhyme, how far did the crooked man walk? A mile<br />
Where did Dick Whittington search streets paved of gold? London<br />
What was the home city of Aeneas that was destroyed by the Greeks? Troy<br />
What V was the volcano which erupted in 79AD, destroying Pompeii? Vesuvius<br />
The French Revolutionary leader, Robespierre was a member of which profession? Law<br />
Who was Edward III talking about when he said "Let the boy win his spurs"? Black Prince<br />
In the 1981 war film 'Gallipoli', which Australian-raised actor played the role of Frank Dunne? Mel Gibson<br />
Which Beatles song begins with the lyrics 'In the town where I was born, Lived a man who sailed<br />
to sea'?<br />
The fossil fuel coal is formed by which element? Carbon<br />
In which century were bacteria first observed; the 16th or 17th? 17th<br />
What 'A' is the name given to a robot that resembles a human being? Android<br />
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Who is the patron saint of London? Paul<br />
What name is given to the study of Ancient Egypt? Egyptology<br />
La Palma and Fuerteventura form part of which group of islands? The Canary Islands<br />
At Christmas, the concept of Santa Claus is based on which saint? Saint Nicholas<br />
The Book of the Dead is the name given to a collection of texts found in the tombs of which<br />
ancient civilisation?<br />
What 'B' is the name given to the part of the earth and its atmosphere that is inhabited by living<br />
organisms?<br />
Egyptian<br />
Biosphere<br />
What 'K' is the name of the inner soft part of a nut, or seed with a hard shell? Kernel<br />
A variety of which cereal plant produces corn-on-the cob or sweet corn? Maize<br />
What 'M' is a method of nursery education named after its Italian founder? Montessori<br />
In which decade did 'Sooty' first appear on UK television? 1950s<br />
In the children's story 'Jack and the Beanstalk' which animal did Jack trade for beans? A Cow<br />
Which mountain nymph pined away until only her voice remained in Greek Mythology? Echo<br />
Which 'V' were seafaring warriors who raided and colonised wide areas of Europe from the 9th to<br />
the 11th century?<br />
Vikings<br />
Which nobleman led the Scots to independence from the British in 1328? Robert Bruce<br />
In what year was the League of Nations established by the Versailles Peace Settlement 1919 or<br />
1939?<br />
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1919
When the children’s story character Pinocchio told a lie, which part of his body grew longer? Nose<br />
In the children's nursery rhyme, Mary "had a little..." what? Lamb<br />
Which female group had a 2001 UK number one single, with a cover version of the song 'Eternal<br />
Flame'?<br />
In science, what is a red dwarf? A Star<br />
Is argon a gas or a solid at room temperature? Gas<br />
What 'A' describes an airtight chamber that allows things to pass between areas of different<br />
pressure?<br />
Atomic Kitten<br />
Airlock<br />
According to tradition, what should all cockneys be born within earshot of? Bow Bells<br />
What country lies between Columbia and Peru on the west coast of South America? Ecuador<br />
What 'S' is the name of the Belgium health resort, famous for its mineral springs? Spa<br />
According to the Christmas carol, which monarch looked out on the feast of Stephen? King Wenceslas<br />
Which 'B' means the insult or defamation of God by spoken or written word? Blasphemy<br />
What 'B' is the name given to the study of chemical changes within living organisms? Biochemistry<br />
What 'F' is a severe shortage of food affecting a large number of people? Famine<br />
Which 'M' is a common alternative name for the peanut? Monkey nut<br />
In the children's film 'Toy Story 2', which actor was the voice of Stinky Pete the Prospector? Kelsey Grammer<br />
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In the nursery rhyme 'It's Raining, It's Pouring', what is the old man doing? Snoring<br />
If Ambrosia is the food of the Gods, what is nectar? The Drink of the Gods<br />
In Greek Mythology who ferried the souls of the dead? Charon<br />
In which decade did the Vietnam War end? 1970s<br />
In what year was the Riot Act passed by the British Parliament due to the Jacobite disturbances:<br />
1715 or <strong>18</strong>15?<br />
What was the name of the organisation set up at the end of the First World War to deal with<br />
International disputes?<br />
Which part of the body is used to make the greeting known as a 'high five'? Hand<br />
1715<br />
League of Nations<br />
Complete the title of a Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera: 'The Pirates of ...' where? Penzance<br />
According to the title of the 1966 UK number one single for the Walker Brothers, what '...Ain't<br />
Gonna Shine Anymore'?<br />
The Sun<br />
What is the name given to an inflammation of the bronchial system? Bronchitis<br />
From where does solar energy originate? Sun<br />
In dentistry, what is an alloy of mercury, silver and tin; used to fill tooth cavities? Amalgam<br />
What is the name of the patron saint of Glasgow; Saint Mungo or Saint Jerry? Saint Mungo<br />
What is the walled complex of buildings in Beijing, including the former Imperial Palace, known<br />
as?<br />
Forbidden City<br />
Is the Sahara Desert in North or South Africa? North Africa<br />
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Who wrote the following lyrics: 'I'm dreaming of a white Christmas / Just like the ones I used to<br />
know'?<br />
Irving Berlin<br />
In the Christian Bible, does Leviticus appear in the Old or New Testament? Old Testament<br />
Is 'chicory' a leaf vegetable or a root vegetable? Leaf vegetable<br />
Does a spider have more or less legs than a fly? More<br />
Which plant is known as a nymphaea when it grows in ponds or lakes? Water Lily<br />
In the Beano comics, what school do Smiffy, Plug and Wilfred all attend? Bash Street School<br />
According to the children's nursery rhyme which Bobby went to sea with silver buckles at his<br />
knee?<br />
Shaftoe<br />
Hippolyta was the Queen of which female warrior race? Amazons<br />
How many labours were performed by Hercules? Twelve<br />
What is the name of the historic American site where George Washington kept his winter<br />
quarters?<br />
What was the name given to the payments which the 1919 Treaty of Versailles stipulated<br />
Germany must pay to the allies?<br />
Which organisation was established in 1919 for international co-operations by the Versailles<br />
Peace Settlement?<br />
Valley Forge<br />
Reparations<br />
League of Nations<br />
Which Testament of the Bible is made up of 27 books? New Testament<br />
The phrase 'vis-à-vis' comes from which language? French<br />
The Commodores had a 1978 UK number one single entitled 'Three Times A…' what? Lady<br />
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What 'C' is the name given to the study of the structure of the universe? Cosmology<br />
What 'S' is the liquid which separates from a clot when blood coagulates? Serum<br />
In which decade was the Hubble space telescope launched? The 1990's<br />
The Musee d'Orsay is a museum in which French city? Paris<br />
The Bimini Islands and Eleuthera are part of which island group? The Bahamas<br />
In which Middle Eastern country is the Negev Desert? Israel<br />
In the Bible, who was Moses' eldest brother? Aaron<br />
In the Bible, which 'Z' is a name given to Jerusalem? Zion<br />
If a tree is cut down, what do the rings on the trunk represent? Age<br />
What does a mole prefer to eat - grass or earthworms? Earthworms<br />
The tiniest variety of tomato are named after which other fruit? Cherry<br />
On which TV programme did Sergeant Bash, Dead Metal and Sir Killalot regularly appear? Robot Wars<br />
What kind of animal is the children's TV puppet named Kermit? A Frog<br />
What 'G' was the name given to the winged monster that had the body of a Lion and the head of<br />
an Eagle?<br />
Griffin<br />
How many Titans were there in Greek Mythology - seven or twelve? Twelve<br />
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Whose election as US President in <strong>18</strong>60 triggered the protests of the southern states before the<br />
American Civil War?<br />
What colour hair did Queen Elizabeth I have? Red<br />
Which town in the US state of Nevada became famous when gambling was legalised there in<br />
1931?<br />
Abraham Lincoln<br />
Las Vegas<br />
Which 20th century pop artist's New York studio was called 'The Factory'? Andy Warhol<br />
The '80s TV series, 'The Jewel in the Crown' was set in which Asian country? India<br />
Which instrument, not producing any definite pitch, is the largest of the drums in an orchestra? Bass Drum<br />
What 'C' is the name given to a pattern of stars as seen from earth? Constellation<br />
In medicine, what is the word flu short for? Influenza<br />
What nationality is the heart transplant pioneer Christiaan Barnard? South African<br />
The grave of philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre is situated in which city? Paris<br />
Nemesis and The Black Hole are white knuckle rides at which Staffordshire theme park? Alton Towers<br />
St Peter's Basilica is a landmark in which European capital? Rome<br />
What 'M' is the name given to someone who is willing to give up their life for their religions? Martyr<br />
In which present day country was Nobel Prize winner Mother Theresa born? Macedonia<br />
Which tall yellow flower is grown for its edible seeds, which yield oil? Sunflower<br />
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The French train pigs and dogs to hunt for which valuable underground fungus? Truffles<br />
Which insects are attracted to the buddleia plant, giving it its popular name? Butterflies<br />
Which card trading game is linked with the phrase 'Gotta catch 'em all'? Pokemon<br />
Which children's TV series featured ex-astronaut Jeff Tracy and his sons? Thunderbirds<br />
What 'P' is the name of the Queen of the Underworld? Persephone<br />
The 1957 UK number one hit 'That'll Be The Day' was sung by which rock 'n' roll singer? Buddy Holly<br />
Which Tsar of Russia was known as The Great? Peter I<br />
A licence for what form of entertainment cost 10 shillings when it was introduced in 1927? Radio<br />
Who was the first woman to sit in the British House of Commons? Lady Astor<br />
Which British actress played the role of the Devil in the 2000 film version of 'Bedazzled'? Elizabeth Hurley<br />
The Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann represented which country in the 2006 FIFA World Cup? Germany<br />
What 'O' is a religious choral work, with soloists and full orchestra, but without scenery or<br />
costumes?<br />
Oratorio<br />
What 'T' changes the voltage of an alternating current? Transformer<br />
What 'T' is a poisonous substance produced by another living organism that can damage the<br />
living body?<br />
Which planet in our solar system is the most similar to Venus in terms of size and mass? Earth<br />
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In which European capital city is the grave of composer Frederick Chopin? Paris<br />
Where is the Spanish resort of Tossa de Mar - the Costa Brava or Costa Dorada? Costa Brava<br />
In which country is the Colorado Desert? United States<br />
What 'C' describes a priest who hears confessions of sin and gives absolution? Confessor<br />
John Wesley was the founder of which world-wide religious movement? Methodist/Methodism<br />
Which common member of the Cypress Family is so fast-growing that it can grow three feet in a<br />
year?<br />
The Egyptian plover is a bird reputed to pick decayed food and grubs from the mouth of which<br />
creature?<br />
Cork is obtained from a species of which tree? Oak<br />
In the fairy tale, what was placed under the girl's mattress to test whether she was really a<br />
Princess?<br />
Leyland Cypress<br />
Crocodile<br />
According to the children's nursery rhyme, who had lost her sheep? Little Bo Peep<br />
A Pea<br />
Which epic poem tells of the 'Wrath of Achilles' at the siege of Troy? The Iliad<br />
Which Swedish group had a UK hit in 1976 with 'Money, Money, Money'? Abba<br />
In <strong>18</strong>88, Britain administratively combined Tobago with which neighbouring island? Trinidad<br />
The Protestant John Knox returned from exile in 1559 to found which British church? The Church of Scotland<br />
Which Asian conflict took place between 1950 and 1953? Korean War<br />
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What nationality was the supposed First World War spy, Mata Hari? Dutch<br />
Gianni, Donatella and Santo belong to which Italian fashion designing dynasty? Versace<br />
From which country does the instrument the Didgeridoo originate? Australia<br />
Which crystalline substance is used to control the timekeeping of watches? Quartz<br />
What 'C' is a common childhood disease, caused by a virus of the herpes group? Chickenpox<br />
Is time the first, second, third or fourth dimension? Fourth<br />
The grave of playwright Oscar Wilde is situated In which European capital city? Paris<br />
The tomb of Saint Thomas Aquinas is in which town in southern France? Toulouse<br />
The Tirol is a province in which European country ? Austria<br />
What 'C' describes the underground Christian cemeteries of Rome? Catacombs<br />
George Fox was the founder of which religious movement? Quakers<br />
Which common garden tree is also known as golden rain? Laburnum<br />
Are garden tiger and hornet clearwing species of moths or butterflies? Moths<br />
Tom thumb and lady thumb are varieties of which flower? Fuchsia<br />
Children's author Kathleen Hale wrote a series of books about which marmalade cat? Orlando<br />
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According to the nursery rhyme, 'It's Raining, It's Pouring', who was snoring? The Old Man<br />
Who was the Roman God of wine? Bacchus<br />
Which Jamaican reggae singer's albums included 'Exodus' and 'Natty Dread'? Bob Marley<br />
Which civilisation preceded the Aztecs in Mexico? Toltecs<br />
In which year was the UK gas industry privatized as British Gas? 1986<br />
In which country did the Klondike Gold Rush of <strong>18</strong>96 take place? Canada<br />
John Lennon was a member of which legendary Liverpudlian band? The Beatles<br />
In 1930, which British aeronautical engineer patented the first jet engine? Frank Whittle<br />
A sarabande is a piece of music originally intended to accompany which leisure activity? Dancing<br />
In technology, what does LED stand for? Light Emitting Diode<br />
In science, igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary are the three main classifications of what? Rocks<br />
What Australian animal's name means flat foot? Platypus<br />
Eurostar trains run from the UK to Belgium and which other European country? France<br />
Minsk is the capital of which former Soviet republic? Belarus<br />
In which continent is Lake Chad situated? Africa<br />
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Name one of the four evangelists of the Gospel? Matthew/Mark/Luke/and John<br />
In the Bible, how many horsemen of the Apocalypse were there ? 4<br />
Conference and Williams are both varieties of which fruit? Pear<br />
Do stalactites or stalagmites hang down from the roof of a cave? Stalactites<br />
What 'T' is the swollen underground part of a stem or root used for food storage? Tuber<br />
Who are the small creatures, created by Mary Norton, who recycle items lost by humans? The Borrowers<br />
According to the nursery rhyme, 'Jack Spratt could eat no fat' and his wife could eat no... what? Lean<br />
Cadmus was a Phoenician Prince who founded which Greek city? Thebes<br />
Which US pop singer had a massive hit in 1999 with 'Baby One More Time'? Britney Spears<br />
In Chaucer's 'Canterbury Tales', whose shrine were the pilgrims visiting? Thomas a Beckett<br />
In <strong>18</strong>57, the title of Prince Consort was bestowed on whom by Queen Victoria? Prince Albert<br />
Which king was the father of Queen Elizabeth II? King George VI<br />
Bordeaux wines come from which European country? France<br />
Which Chinese-American detective, who works for the Honolulu Police, was created by author,<br />
Earl Derr Biggers?<br />
Charlie Chan<br />
A mazurka is a piece of music originally intended to accompany which leisure activity? Dancing<br />
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In the absence of healthy kidneys, what artificial process removes waste products from the<br />
blood?<br />
Dialysis<br />
What 'B' is the loss of hair from the scalp? Baldness<br />
What kind of insects are fritillaries? Butterflies<br />
The Eurostar train runs from the UK to France and which other European country? Belgium<br />
The city of Jerusalem is situated between the Mediterranean Sea and which salt lake? The Dead Sea<br />
Which has a larger population, Canada or California? California<br />
In the Bible, which King of Israel built the first temple in Jerusalem? King Solomon<br />
In the New Testament, on which hill was Jesus crucified? Golgotha/Calvary<br />
Checkerboard is a variety of which flower? Fuchsia<br />
Which flowering plant was named after the French botanist Pierre Magnol? Magnolia<br />
What 'F' is a low lying, flat area of peaty marshes? Fen<br />
What was Roald Dahl's book 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' renamed for its 1971 cinema<br />
release?<br />
According to the nursery rhyme, where did 'Little Jack Horner' sit? In A Corner<br />
In ancient Egypt what type of sacred animal was Apis; a bull or a chicken? Bull<br />
Which former member of Take That was nominated for six Brit Awards in 1999? Robbie Williams<br />
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The United Kingdom's Clean Air Act of 1956 was an attempt to get rid of what form of pollution? Smog<br />
In which country are the ancient cities of Herculaneum and Pompeii? Italy<br />
Name either of the two sons of King George V who came to the British throne? Edward VIII and George VI<br />
A whirlybird is an informal name for which means of transport? Helicopter<br />
In August 2005, what name was given to the hurricane that swept through the southern states of<br />
America?<br />
Katrina<br />
Which composer wrote the opera 'Aida'? Giuseppe Verdi<br />
Which flightless bird lives in a rookery? Penguin<br />
Betelgeuse is a star in which constellation; Orion or Leo? Orion<br />
Are armadillos native to Africa or America? America<br />
In which British city is the cricket ground commonly known as The Oval? London<br />
Mexico City is built on the ruins of the capital of which empire? The Aztec Empire<br />
What 'B' is the most easterly of the Caribbean Islands? Barbados<br />
A 'Ketubbah' is a marriage document in which religion? Judaism<br />
In Christianity, which 'A', often the last word in a prayer, means 'so be it'? Amen<br />
Mrs Popple is a variety of which flower? Fuchsia<br />
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What 'D' is a hard rock that shares a name with a range of North Italian mountains? Dolomite<br />
What 'A' is the tip of the stamen that produces the pollen grains in a plant? Anther<br />
Operation', 'Buckaroo' and 'Mousetrap' are examples of what? Games<br />
According to the nursery rhyme, who did 'Georgie Porgie' kiss and make cry? The Girls<br />
Which day of the week is named after the Norse Goddess Freya? Friday<br />
Who was the curly-haired lead guitarist in the legendary British rock band Queen? Brian May<br />
What is the Muslim equivalent of the Red Cross? The Red Crescent<br />
What establishments became universities under the 1992 Higher and Further Education Act? Polytechnics<br />
Josephine and Marie Louise were the two wives of which French leader? Napoleon<br />
Which three letters make up the international distress signal? SOS<br />
What was the nickname of the English Crusader King, Richard I? Lionheart<br />
Which former member of the 'Spice Girls' was born with the name Geraldine? Geri Halliwell<br />
With which sport is Martina Navratilova most closely associated? Tennis<br />
What was the name of the long-running <strong>BBC</strong> TV show that centred around sheepdog trials? One Man and His Dog<br />
Which Spanish opera singer, became Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Opera in the year<br />
2000?<br />
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Placido Domingo
What 'T' is the name given to the device that turns a heating system on or off at a certain<br />
temperature?<br />
Thermostat<br />
What name is given to the estimate of how much colder it feels when a wind is blowing? Wind Chill Factor<br />
In the British Isles, what 'S' is the largest of the Inner Hebrides islands? Skye<br />
What 'B' is the common name for a solution of salt in water, used in the food manufacturing<br />
industry?<br />
In astronomy, what name is given to the distance travelled by a beam of light in space in one<br />
year?<br />
What is the name of the American Christian evangelist who presented the radio programme 'The<br />
Hour of Decision'?<br />
Brine<br />
A Light Year<br />
Billy Graham<br />
In the New Testament, what was the name of the Virgin Mary's husband? Joseph<br />
What 'P' is the stalk of a leaf called? Petiole<br />
In the plant kingdom, what "A" describes a root that rises above the level of soil? Aerial<br />
Is a wartbiter a type of insect, fish or bird? Insect<br />
What 'S' is the reproductive structure formed after pollination and fertilization in plants? Seed<br />
Cerberus was a dog that guarded the entrance to the underworld in Greek Mythology. How many<br />
heads did it have?<br />
Complete the title of this 1969 hit single by soul singer Marvin Gaye - "I Heard It Through The…"<br />
what?<br />
The Peninsular War of <strong>18</strong>08 to <strong>18</strong>14 was triggered by which French Emperor invading Portugal<br />
and Spain?<br />
The sinister Mr Tod, who appears in several of Beatrix Potter's children's tales, is what type of<br />
animal?<br />
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Three<br />
Grapevine<br />
Napoleon<br />
Fox
Which ancient town of Judea do Christians regard as the birthplace of Jesus Christ? Bethlehem<br />
According to the title of the 1972 song sung by Shirley Bassey what '...Are Forever'? Diamonds<br />
What is the collective name for a group of flying bees? Swarm<br />
In computer technology, for what do the initials DTP stand? Desktop Publishing<br />
In which British city are Blackfriars bridge and Southwark bridge? London<br />
What is Australia's second most populous city? Melbourne<br />
In the 'Tin Tin' children's books, what sort of domestic animal is Snowy? Dog<br />
Nuuk is the capital of which Danish dependency? Greenland<br />
In which country are Stavanger and the Western fjords? Norway<br />
When referring to the power of a car's engine, for what do the letters 'H.P' stand? Horse-Power<br />
What 'P' is a sacred journey undertaken to a holy place? Pilgrimage<br />
In Christian religion, the Decalogue is another name for what? The Ten Commandments<br />
According to the song, 'Twelve Days of Christmas', how many French hens are there? Three<br />
Is the achene a fruit or a vegetable? Fruit<br />
Which of these is not a type of squash - courgette, marrow or aubergine? Aubergine<br />
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According to the nursery rhyme on which day was 'Solomon Grundy' buried? Sunday<br />
According to the nursery rhyme, 'The Grand Old Duke of York' marched his men to the top of<br />
the... what?<br />
In the nursery rhyme, which bridge is falling down? London<br />
The almond is the fruit of a tree from which family? Rose<br />
What is liquorice - a herb or a spice? Herb<br />
The 1968 album 'The Beatles' is usually known by what name? The White Album<br />
Complete the name of the following band 'Creedence Clearwater…' what? Revival<br />
Which position was Joseph Goebbels appointed to in 1933 under Hitler's Nazi regime? Minister of Propaganda<br />
Charles I' s rejection of Parliament's 19 propositions led to the beginning of which war? English Civil War<br />
In which country were diamonds first discovered at the town of Kimberley in the late <strong>18</strong>60s? South Africa<br />
Which traditional form of entertainment is compered by a ringmaster? Circus<br />
Tommy Boyd, Mick Robertson and Susan Stranks all presented which '70s children's TV series? Magpie<br />
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