People's Quiz Questions Batch 18 - BBC

In the USA until 1664, the city of New York was known by which name? New Amsterdam
From which continent are the Masai, Mashona and Matabele tribes? Africa
Is the town of Jarrow found in the North East or the South West of England? North East
What 'B' is the general name for a temporary plant put down for the spring and summer season? Bedding plant
What 'T' is the paralysing disease caused by certain bacteria? Tetanus
What is the lowest number on a standard die? One
By what name was China known to the west in medieval times? Cathay
In the natural world, what type of reptile is a Gila Monster? Lizard
Evening, all were the opening words spoken by Jack Warner playing the role of a sergeant in
which classic TV series?
Dixon of Dock Green
Rod the Mod' was the nickname of which member of 1970s band The Faces? Rod Stewart
In the musical tale for children by Prokofiev, what is the name of the little boy who makes a fool of
the wolf?
In which period did the first birds appear; Jurassic or Cretaceous? Jurassic
In astronomy, the distinctive row of three stars is known as whose belt? Orion's
Elephant, Grey and Harp are all types of which marine mammal? Seal
Which country in North America is made up of ten provinces and three territories? Canada
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Peter