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In 'Coronation Street', what was Audrey Roberts' maiden name? Potter<br />

In which Hitchcock film was Janet Leigh's character stabbed in the shower? Psycho<br />

Lourdes is a place of pilgrimage in which country? France<br />

Which city is the capital of the US state of Hawaii? Honolulu<br />

Which memorial to John Lennon is in New York's Central Park? Strawberry Fields<br />

In terms of population, what is the largest city in France? Paris<br />

What 'S' was a popular name for a tall cylindrical hat also called a Top-Hat? Stovepipe<br />

Which short nightdress took its name from a controversial 1956 film starring Carroll Baker? Baby Doll<br />

Actress Sadie Frost was married to which famous British actor? Jude Law<br />

In computer games what kind of animal is 'Sonic'? Hedgehog<br />

Which star of the film 'Pretty Woman' has an actor brother called Eric? Julia Roberts<br />

In the TV series 'Dempsey and Makepeace', what was Detective Sergeant Makepeace's first<br />

name?<br />

Which American theme park opened near Paris in 1992? Disneyland Paris/Euro Disney<br />

Harriet<br />

In which city was Martin Luther King assassinated in April 1968? Memphis<br />

Which revolutionary digital playback system was first demonstrated in the 1980s at the Salzburg<br />

Festival?<br />

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Compact Disc/CDs


Based on a novel by Edna Ferber, what was James Dean's last film? Giant<br />

Who did Prince Andrew marry in July 1986? Sarah Ferguson<br />

George Burns won an Oscar for which 1975 film? The Sunshine Boys<br />

Which UK radio station transmits 'Woman's Hour'? Radio 4<br />

Which spirit is the essential ingredient of the cocktail, Planter's Punch? Rum<br />

Complete the title of this Radio 2 breakfast show 'Wake Up To... who? Wogan<br />

What is the state capital of Maryland? Annapolis<br />

What is Sir Malcolm Sargent best known as: conductor, explorer or actor? Conductor<br />

How was US Marshal John Kruger, played in a 1996 film by Arnold Schwarzenegger, known? The Eraser<br />

Tiger Woods is famous for playing which sport? Golf<br />

Who starred as Christine Painter in the 1987 film 'Personal Services'? Julie Walters<br />

What is the name of the 1997 film starring the Spice Girls? Spice World<br />

Which 'Coronation Street' actress played Mrs Casper, the boy's mother, in the 1969 film 'Kes'? Lynne Perrie<br />

Which star of the 1994 film 'Speed' is the daughter of a German opera singer? Sandra Bullock<br />

Rennes and Nantes are the principal cities of which historic province of France? Brittany<br />

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In the 1956 film 'Love Me Tender' which American singer starred as 'Clint Reno'? Elvis Presley<br />

What was the middle name of polar explorer Captain Robert Scott? Falcon<br />

Which British rock star born in 194 named his son 'Zowie'? David Bowie<br />

Which renowned actress and singer is cousin to Dionne Warwick? Whitney Houston<br />

Who is the Queen's youngest child? Prince Edward<br />

Barbara Woodhouse was mainly associated with training which animals? Dogs<br />

Who is Princess Anne's mother? The Queen<br />

Who is the Queens eldest grandchild? Peter Philips<br />

At the Brit Awards in 2000 which artist is quoted to have said 'So would you lot like to see me<br />

fight Liam Gallagher'?<br />

Robbie Williams<br />

Who has been the Rolling Stone's drummer since 1962 - Charlie Watts or Bill Wyman? Charlie Watts<br />

Butter, broad and haricot are types of which vegetable? Beans<br />

Singer Axl Rose featured in which American rock band formed in 1985? Guns N Roses<br />

Who starred as the adult Edward in the 1975 TV series 'Edward The Seventh'? Timothy West<br />

What is the name of the actress daughter of Ingrid Bergman and Roberto Rossellini? Isabella Rossellini<br />

In which American TV series does Peter MacNicol play John 'The Biscuit' Cage? Ally McBeal<br />

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The bassist in the bands 'Genesis' and 'Mike and the Mechanics' is called Mike who? Rutherford<br />

What is the longest river in South America? Amazon<br />

The actor Aristotle Savalas was better known by which first name? Telly<br />

In which country is Port Said? Egypt<br />

As what was Charles Schulz famous - an actor or cartoonist? Cartoonist<br />

When Geoff Hurst scored his hat trick in the 1966 World Cup final, who scored England's other<br />

goal?<br />

Martin Peters<br />

Who directed 'Taxi Driver', 'Mean Streets', 'Raging Bull' and 'Goodfellas'? Martin Scorsese<br />

Which football club are nicknamed the 'Shrimpers'? Southend United<br />

Which Neil had a UK top ten hit in 1962 with 'Breaking up is Hard to do' ? Sedaka<br />

Which Scottish football league club have their home ground in the town of Kirkcaldy? Raith Rovers<br />

In which country was the actor Omar Sharif born? Egypt<br />

What is the stage name of Carlos Estevez star of 'Platoon' and 'Hotshots'? Charlie Sheen<br />

Cybill Shepherd featured in the series 'Moon... ' what? Lighting<br />

Which comic book hero is the best-known creation of Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel? Superman<br />

Which 'Wesley' played the lead role in the 1992 Film 'Passenger 57'? Snipes<br />

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By what name is the American actress Mary Elizabeth Spacek more commonly known? Sissy<br />

Which American film actor has the nicknames 'The Italian Stallion' and 'Sly'? Sylvester Stallone<br />

By what first name is the author of 'Dracula' Abraham Stoker more commonly known? Bram<br />

Which Oliver directed the films 'Wall Street' and 'JFK'? Stone<br />

In the TV soap 'EastEnders' what is the name of Martin Fowler's older brother? Mark Fowler<br />

In children's TV, Valerie Singleton and John Noakes were both presenters of which long-running<br />

programme?<br />

Blue Peter<br />

Which British artist performed the hit song 'Stan' with Eminem at the 2001 Grammy Awards? (Sir) Elton John<br />

Which singer won best British male at the 2001 Brit Awards? Robbie Williams<br />

Which American artist won Best International female at the 2001 Brit Awards - Madonna or<br />

Britney Spears?<br />

Madonna<br />

Ralph Fiennes starred as a dying cartographer in which romantic drama? The English Patient<br />

David Hyde Pierce plays Niles Crane in which American sitcom set in Seattle? Frasier<br />

In the American TV comedy series 'Friends' which regular character is a palaeontologist? Ross Geller<br />

In the American TV comedy 'Friends' what is the name of the coffee house? Central Perk<br />

Which former Radio 1 DJ is known as the 'Hairy Cornflake'? Dave Lee Travis/ DLT<br />

The actor Jean-Claude Van Damme is known as 'The muscles from... 'where? Brussels<br />

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Which comedy actress and writer sailed around the UK with former hostage John McCarthy? Sandi Toksvig<br />

Which radio soap opera is set in 'Ambridge'? The Archers<br />

What is the first name of Professor Clare who presents the Radio 4 series 'In the Psychiatrist's<br />

Chair'?<br />

Anthony<br />

Which famous waxworks museum is located in London's Marylebone road? Madame Tussaud's<br />

What would you expect to buy at Hamley's in London's Regent Street? Toys<br />

Which festive birthday is shared by Kenny Everett, Annie Lennox and Sir Isaac Newton? Christmas Day<br />

Which comedy improvisation show hosted by Clive Anderson had Richard Vranch as resident<br />

pianist?<br />

What was the surname of the aristocratic sisters Nancy, Unity, Jessica and Diana? Mitford<br />

In 'The Muppets' what is the name of the pig who is Kermit's girlfriend? Miss Piggy<br />

Which American TV soap featured JR and Sue Ellen? Dallas<br />

In the TV series 'Frasier' from which British city does the character Daphne come? Manchester<br />

Which former leader of the Liberal Democrats was once the youngest member of the House of<br />

Commons?<br />

What 'C' was the surname of the romantic fiction writer Dame Barbara? Cartland<br />

Whose Line Is It Anyway?<br />

Charles Kennedy<br />

Who is John Alderton's actress wife? Pauline Collins<br />

Which fictional detective has been played by actors Basil Rathbone and Peter Cushing? Sherlock Holmes<br />

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In the 1986 film musical 'Absolute Beginners' which British actor and singer co-starred with Patsy<br />

Kensit?<br />

David Bowie<br />

Which entertainer plays 'Bob Martin' in the comedy series of the same name? Michael Barrymore<br />

Actress Gillian Taylforth played the character 'Kathy Beale' in which long-running soap? EastEnders<br />

In the TV programme 'Changing Rooms' what nick-name was given to the handy man? Handy Andy<br />

Which 'Friends' actress co-starred with Jim Carrey in the 1994 comedy 'Ace Ventura: Pet<br />

Detective'?<br />

Courtney Cox<br />

Which actress co-starred with Michael Douglas in the 1984 comedy 'Romancing the Stone'? Kathleen Turner<br />

Who starred as Norman Stanley Fletcher in the sitcom 'Porridge'? Ronnie Barker<br />

Actor Stephen Tompkinson starred in which award winning comedy as a ruthless reporter? Drop The Dead Donkey<br />

Gary Moore is famous for playing which instrument - guitar or piano? Guitar<br />

Which singer from Southampton was nominated six times at the 2001 Brit Awards but won<br />

nothing?<br />

At the 2001 Brit Awards which Irish rock band received an award for 'Outstanding Contribution to<br />

Music'?<br />

Craig David<br />

The Robbie Williams video 'Supreme' features which sport? Motor Racing<br />

Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha and Frida were all members of which Swedish group? Abba<br />

Which American singer song-writer and guitarist was born Noah Kaminsky in 1941? Neil Diamond<br />

In which year was American singer songwriter and guitarist Neil Diamond born - 1941 or 1951? 1941<br />

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U2


Which member of the pop group 'The Police' appeared in the 1979 film 'Quadrophenia'? Sting<br />

Which male artist had his first solo hit song with 'Spread a Little Happiness' in 1982? Sting<br />

Freddie and the... ' what? had a 1963 UK hit single with 'You Were Made For Me' Dreamers<br />

Which group had a UK No.1 single with 'Make it Easy on Yourself' in 1965 - The Walker Brothers<br />

or The Everly Brothers?<br />

Brian Epstein was the manager of which famous Liverpudlian band in the 1960s? Beatles<br />

How many members of the Beatles were there? Four<br />

The Beatles were commonly referred to as the 'Fab... what? Four<br />

Walker Brothers<br />

Paul, John, George and Ringo were all members of which Liverpool band? The Beatles<br />

The title of the UK number one single for Marmalade in 1968 is 'Ob-La-Di Ob-La-What'? Da<br />

Which member of the Spice Girls has the word 'Angels' tattooed across her stomach? Mel C<br />

Which Rolling Stones song features on Britney Spears 2nd album: Satisfaction or Wild Horses? Satisfaction<br />

Which US pop act had 1988 UK hit singles with 'Push It' and 'Twist and Shout' - Salt 'n' Pepa or<br />

Salt 'n' Vinegar?<br />

Salt 'n' Pepa<br />

Which band had a 1976 UK hit single with 'Somebody To Love'? Queen<br />

Mungo... ' who had a 1970 UK number one hit single with 'In the Summertime'? Jerry<br />

Which band led by singer Errol Brown had their only UK number one in 1977 with the single 'So<br />

You Win Again'?<br />

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Hot Chocolate


In 1957, Buddy Holly sang about 'Peggy...˜who? Sue<br />

'Peggy Sue' was a UK top ten hit single for which solo artist in 1957? Buddy Holly<br />

Help!' was a 1965 UK Number one hit single for which Liverpudlian band? The Beatles<br />

Which tartan-clad band had a UK number one hit single with 'Bye Bye Baby' in 1975? Bay City Rollers<br />

Which internationally acclaimed singer collaborated with the Propellerheads on the track 'History<br />

Repeating' in 1997?<br />

Smokey Robinson and miracles had a 1970 UK No1 with 'The Tears of ...' what? Clown<br />

Shirley Bassey<br />

Bud Abbott was one half of which American Comedy Duo? Abbott and Costello<br />

What is the first name of female pop singer Abdul who had a UK hit in 1990 with 'Opposites<br />

Attract'?<br />

What is the surname of Bryan, the Canadian rock star who released a greatest hits album<br />

entitled 'So Far So Good'?<br />

Paula<br />

Adams<br />

In US politics which American president was nicknamed 'The Great Communicator'? Ronald Reagan<br />

Which boxer is known as 'Iron Mike'? Mike Tyson<br />

Which American footballer and movie star is nicknamed 'Juice'? OJ Simpson<br />

Which Rock and Roll Singer best known for 'Great Balls of Fire' was nicknamed 'The Killer'? Jerry Lee Lewis<br />

What nickname did Clark Gable share with Elvis Presley? The King<br />

Which motorcycle stuntman born in 1938 was known as 'The King of the Daredevils'? Evel Knievel<br />

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In 1954 the American baseball star 'Joe DiMaggio' married which actress? Marilyn Monroe<br />

John Leslie and Katy Hill have presented which long-running children's programme? Blue Peter<br />

Bruce Wayne is better known as which fictional Gotham city crime fighter? Batman<br />

In the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz', what did the Scarecrow ask the Wizard to give him? A Brain<br />

Of which gruff animal in Kenneth Grahame's 'The Wind in The Willows' does Ratty say he "simply<br />

hates society"?<br />

Which 'Jungle Book' character is "the sleepy brown bear who teaches the wolf cubs the Law of<br />

the Jungle"?<br />

Which Roald Dahl book, published in 1988, was about a child prodigy unwanted and unloved by<br />

her parents?<br />

Badger<br />

Baloo<br />

Matilda<br />

In which J.M. Barrie play is the fairy Tinkerbell visible only as a Point of Light? Peter Pan<br />

In 'The Wind in The Willows', whose house is "one of the nicest houses in these parts, though we<br />

never admit as much"?<br />

In children's literature, which author created the character of Bagheera in a book published in<br />

1894?<br />

Toad of Toad Hall<br />

Rudyard Kipling<br />

In which children's game do players jump a person who is bent over? Leapfrog<br />

In children's literature, Alice Liddell was the inspiration for which character? Alice in Wonderland<br />

In children's literature, what was the title of 2003 film based on Dr Seuss's famous feline<br />

creation?<br />

In the 1970s children's cartoon, 'Mary, Mungo and Midge', what kind of animal was Midge? Mouse<br />

In children's literature, which of the original 'Mr Men' characters was always sleeping? Mr Lazy<br />

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The Cat in the Hat


In the children's 'Mr. Men' stories, what colour was 'Mr. Chatterbox'? Pink<br />

In children's literature, which 'Mr. Men' character has extremely long legs? Mister Tall<br />

In the children's 'Mister Men' stories, what colour was 'Mister Daydream'? Blue<br />

In children's TV, Lord Belborough of Winkstead Hall lived in which 'hamlet quite near<br />

Camberwick Green'?<br />

Chigley<br />

In the children's TV series 'Rentaghost', what was the name of the pantomime horse? Dobbin<br />

In the children's cartoon 'Jamie and the Magic Torch', what type of animal was Wordsworth? Dog<br />

Eeyore' the donkey featured in which series of children's books? Winnie the Pooh<br />

Which piano piece for children do the French call 'Cotelettes' and the Germans 'Koteletten<br />

Walzer'?<br />

In the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz', what gift did the Scarecrow want from the Wizard? Brain<br />

Chopsticks<br />

Complete the title of the Frances Hodgson Burnett story, 'The Secret... what? Garden<br />

Which famous US basketball star appeared alongside Bugs Bunny in the 1996 film 'Space Jam'? Michael Jordan<br />

Which children's TV characters released a record called 'Number One' in the year 2000? The Tweenies<br />

In the children's TV cartoon series, what was the name of 'He-Man's' female counterpart, the<br />

Princess of Power?<br />

The Prisoner of Azkaban' and 'The Chamber of Secrets' are books featuring which popular<br />

children's character?<br />

What is the name of the fictional cat who appeared on the first cover of the 'Dandy' comic? Korky<br />

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She-Ra<br />

Harry Potter


The tagline to which 2000 children's animated film was "Escape or Die Frying"? Chicken Run<br />

Actor Peter Sallis provided the voice of which character in Nick Park's 1992 animated film 'A<br />

Grand Day Out'?<br />

Wallace<br />

In the 'The Flintstones', what was the name of Fred Flintstone's best friend and neighbour? Barney Rubble<br />

What was the name of the 1970s children's TV show, presented by Rick Jones, featuring paper<br />

mouse puppets?<br />

Fingerbobs<br />

In which fictional land does the children's character Noddy live? Toyland<br />

According to the nursery rhyme, who couldn't put Humpty Dumpty together again? All the Kings Horses/All the Kings Men<br />

In the children's books, what type of animal was the character 'What A Mess'? Dog<br />

The American cartoonist known as Dr Seuss created a character called 'The... what.. in The<br />

Hat'?<br />

Which cartoon character first appeared in the 1920s, and was accompanied on his adventures by<br />

his dog Snowy?<br />

In the nursery rhyme 'Hickory Dickory Dock', which creature ran up the clock? Mouse<br />

In children's literature, the author Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote 'The Little House on the ... ' what? Prairie<br />

In the children's book 'Charlotte's Web', what type of animal was the character Wilbur? Pig<br />

In the children's book 'The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe', who is befriended by the White<br />

Witch?<br />

Cat<br />

Tintin<br />

Edmund<br />

In children's TV, the characters 'Po' and 'Dipsy' live in which imaginary land? Teletubby Land<br />

What was the name of the little orange-faced people who worked in Willy Wonka's chocolate<br />

factory?<br />

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Oompa Loompas


In the Disney animated film, which poisoned fruit did the Wicked Queen give to Snow White? Apple<br />

Which former pop star presented the 1980's children's cookery show, 'Eggs and Baker'? Cheryl Baker<br />

What are the females collectively called in the 'Mr. Men' children's books, by Roger Hargreaves? Little Misses<br />

In the 1980s children's TV series 'Street Hawk was 'what type of vehicle was the high-tech Street<br />

Hawk?<br />

In education, what 'D' is the name given to the Head of Administration in a university faculty? Dean<br />

Name the Beano comic character 'Minnie the ... ' what? Minx<br />

According to a children's song, if you have no daughters to whom should you give hot-cross<br />

buns?<br />

Motorbike<br />

Your sons<br />

What is the title of the longest-running children's comic in the UK? Dandy<br />

In the children's programme 'Tweenies', what is the name of the dog? Doodles<br />

In the 'Toy Story' films, what is the name of the dinosaur? Rex<br />

In literature, which author wrote the book. 'A Child's History of England' in the 1850s? Charles Dickens<br />

Which legendary British character robbed from the rich and gave to the poor? Robin Hood<br />

In the children's story, who is the enemy of the Three Little Pigs? Big Bad Wolf<br />

In children's literature, the first book of which Enid Blyton series was published in 1942? Famous Five<br />

In the Beatrix Potter tales, what type of animal was Jemima? Duck<br />

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In children's TV, what 'P' was the name of the Flump baby in 'The Flumps'? Pootle<br />

Which 1904 play by J.M. Barrie was subtitled 'The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up'? Peter Pan<br />

In the story "The Lion The Witch And The Wardrobe" by C.S. Lewis, which of the children betrays<br />

his siblings?<br />

Which children's toy, invented in 1816, is made of mirrors and coloured glass which produces<br />

patterns?<br />

Edmund<br />

Kaleidoscope<br />

What type of fairground ride opened for the first time in 1884 at Luna Park in New York? Roller Coaster<br />

What 'L' is the name of the board game in which players move pieces on a cross-shaped course,<br />

at the throw of dice?<br />

Complete the title of this 1970's and 80's children's TV series, 'John Craven's... what? Newsround<br />

In the nursery rhyme, 'Little Jack Horner sat in the... where? Corner<br />

Jigglypuff' and 'Licky-Tongue' are characters from which children's cartoon series? Pokemon<br />

Which famous US puppeteer created 'Sesame Street' ? Jim Henson<br />

What was the name of the bearded court jester ghost in the 1970's TV show 'Rentaghost'? Claypole<br />

What was the name of 'Bullwinkle Moose's' flying squirrel sidekick in a 1960s children's cartoon<br />

series?<br />

In the 1980s children's TV series, what colour was Roland Rat's ratmobile? Pink<br />

In a Hanna Barbera TV cartoon, the mice who battled with Mr. Jinks were 'Pixie and ... who'? Dixie<br />

In the children's TV cartoon series, what type of animal was Huckleberry? Dog<br />

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Ludo<br />

Rocky


In the children's TV cartoon series 'Touche Turtle', what was the name of his sidekick dog? Dum Dum<br />

In the TV cartoon 'Secret Squirrel', what type of animal was his Moroccan sidekick? Mole<br />

In the children's 'Mister Men' stories, what colour was 'Mr Bounce'? Yellow<br />

In the children's 'Mister Men' stories, what colour was 'Mister Happy'? Yellow<br />

Complete the title of this children's story by Hans Christian Andersen, 'The Ugly ... what? Duckling<br />

On the children's TV show 'Bodger and Badger', what is the Badger's favourite food - Mashed<br />

Potato or Marmalade?<br />

Mashed Potato<br />

TV presenters Donna Air and Declan Donnelly appeared in which children's TV drama series? Byker Grove<br />

In the 1960s children's TV show, what was the name of Captain Scarlet's Martian enemies? The Mysterons<br />

What is the name of the animated penguin who gives his name to a children's TV series, set in<br />

the South Pole?<br />

What was the name of the children's TV drama, starring Julia Sawalha as a teenage girl who<br />

edited a newspaper?<br />

Pingu<br />

Press Gang<br />

Rod, Jane and Freddie appeared on which famous long-running children's TV show? Rainbow<br />

In children's literature, which character wore a tag, bearing the request "Please look after this<br />

bear - Thank you"?<br />

Dick King-Smith's novel 'The Sheep-Pig' was made into which 1995 film? Babe<br />

Which comic for girls first appeared in the 1950s and featured the characters known as 'The Four<br />

Marys'?<br />

Paddington Bear<br />

In children's literature, which Danish author wrote the fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea'? Hans Christian Andersen<br />

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Bunty


In children's literature, which German Brothers wrote the fairy tale Hansel and Gretel'? Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm<br />

What was the nationality was the children's author Laura Ingalls Wilder? American<br />

To which 'Chronicles' do the books 'The Horse and His Boy' and 'The Lion the Witch and the<br />

Wardrobe' belong?<br />

Chronicles of Narnia<br />

In children's literature, who wrote the Paddington Bear books? Michael Bond<br />

In the 1937 Disney animated film 'Snow White', which character asks the mirror "Who is the<br />

fairest of them all"?<br />

What sort of creatures make up the fictional pop group, consisting of Alvin, Simon, and<br />

Theodore?<br />

The Queen<br />

Chipmunks<br />

In the children's TV cartoon 'Jimbo and the Jet Set', what sort of vehicle was Jimbo? Aeroplane<br />

Which cartoon cat appeared in 1970s and 1980s films to educate children about issues such as<br />

road safety?<br />

Which famous Irish TV presenter narrated the 1980s children's cartoon series 'Stopit and<br />

Tidyup'?<br />

Charley<br />

Terry Wogan<br />

In the 1980's TV series 'The A Team', which character was afraid of flying? B.A. Baracus<br />

Which children's TV series had a theme song that started 'One Banana, Two Bananas, Three<br />

Bananas, Four'?<br />

In TV, what is the name of the world's first news bulletin made especially for children and first<br />

broadcast in 1972?<br />

In the children's nursery rhyme, who is the Pumpkin-Eater? Peter<br />

In the nursery rhyme Ride a Cock-Horse, the lady has rings on her fingers and ... what on her<br />

toes?<br />

In the nursery rhyme 'The House That Jack Built', what did the rat eat? Malt<br />

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The Banana Splits<br />

Newsround<br />

Bells


In which 1877 children's novel do the horses Ginger and Merrylegs appear? Black Beauty<br />

In the 'Thomas the Tank Engine' stories, the coaches pulled by Thomas are called Annie and...<br />

what?<br />

Clarabel<br />

Complete the title of the Beatrix Potter book: 'The Tale of Jemima ... who? Puddle-Duck<br />

In the children's TV programme 'Bagpuss', what 'G is the name of Bagpuss's friend the Toad? Gabriel<br />

In the children's TV programme 'Bagpuss', what was the name of the girl who brought new items<br />

to the shop?<br />

In the TV programme 'The Flumps', with which fictitious musical instrument did Grandfather<br />

Flump entertain the other Flumps?<br />

Emily<br />

Flumpet<br />

Which children's writer created the character 'Pigling Bland'? Beatrix Potter<br />

In children's literature, is 'The Last Battle' the sixth or seventh of the Narnian Chronicles? Seventh<br />

In children's literature, who wrote the 'What Katy Did' series? Susan Coolidge<br />

Which football-playing character first appeared in the 1954 comic book 'Tiger'? Roy of the Rovers<br />

Martin Kemp and Steve Norman appeared as players in which football comic strip in 1985? Roy of the Rovers<br />

What type of dried baby food was first marketed by Henri Nestle in 1876 in Switzerland? Powdered milk<br />

In a poem by Spike Milligan, what do cows do on the 'Ning, Nang, Nong'? They Go Bong<br />

In the title of the children's TV programme, which steam engine lived in a shed at the end of a<br />

railway in north Wales?<br />

In the children's cartoon 'Mary, Mungo and Midge', which character was the dog? Mungo<br />

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Ivor the Engine


In children's literature, which 'Mister Men' character eats all the time? Mister Greedy<br />

In children's literature, which 'Mister Men' character always walks into things? Mister Bump<br />

In 1938, Lord Snooty appeared in the first issue of what famous British comic? The Beano<br />

In the TV series 'Grange Hill', by what nickname was Todd Carty's character Peter Jenkins better<br />

known?<br />

Tucker<br />

In children's TV, which Keith 'played pop' in a 1970's and 80's music programme? Cheggers/Keith Chegwin<br />

In literature, does a 'Cheshire Cat' or a 'Cornish Cat' appear in 'Alice's Adventures in<br />

Wonderland'?<br />

Cheshire Cat<br />

In children's literature, which helicopter has friends called Pippa, Lionel and Chuck? Budgie the Helicopter<br />

In the poem by A A Milne, which king asked Father Christmas for a "big, red, India rubber ball"? King John<br />

The 19th century Italian author Carlo Collodi was the creator of which well-known wooden puppet<br />

character?<br />

Pinocchio<br />

What is the name of the short-sighted colonel in the Beezer comic? Colonel Blink<br />

In the nursery rhyme, what frightened Miss Muffet away? Spider<br />

In children's TV, what is the name of the woman who works with Bob the Builder? Wendy<br />

In the children's programme 'Tweenies', is the character Fizz male or female? Female<br />

In which TV puppet series would you find the International Rescue Headquarters, on Tracy<br />

Island?<br />

Thunderbirds<br />

The book 'Boy' is a memoir that relates the childhood of which children's author? Roald Dahl<br />

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In which 1999 children's film did the characters Slinky and Jessie appear? Toy Story 2<br />

Which 1961 Roald Dahl novel tells the story of a small boy and an enormous fruit? James and the Giant Peach<br />

In literature, in which century was the novel Robinson Crusoe published? Eighteenth<br />

Which former Python played the character of 'Toad' in the 1996 film version of 'The Wind in the<br />

Willows'?<br />

Terry Jones<br />

The cats Kari and Oke appeared on which <strong>BBC</strong> children's TV show? Blue Peter<br />

What was the first name of the 'Prince of the Nogs' in the 1960s children's cartoon series? Noggin<br />

In the American TV cartoon 'Beavis and Butthead', which character has blonde hair? Beavis<br />

What was the name of the Muppet-style TV show, featuring the Doozers and the Fraggles? Fraggle Rock<br />

In 'Hush Little Baby', what type of song is mother going to sing? A Lullaby<br />

In the 1937 film, how many of the 'Seven Dwarfs' could speak? Six<br />

Who presented the long-running children's TV show 'Jim'll Fix It'? Jimmy Saville<br />

What was the name of the 'hippy' rabbit in the children's TV series 'Magic Roundabout'? Dylan<br />

What was the name of the small, bear-like inhabitants of the planet Endor in the Star Wars film<br />

'Return of the Jedi'?<br />

Ewoks<br />

Which famous TV scarecrow lived in 'Ten Acre Field'? Worzel Gummidge<br />

Which famous magician narrated the 1980's children's TV show 'Wizbit'? Paul Daniels<br />

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In the children's TV programme, who only came out to play when Andy Pandy and Teddy weren't<br />

looking?<br />

Looby Loo<br />

In children's literature, which bear had friends called Algy Pug, Podgy Pig, and Pong Ping? Rupert Bear<br />

With which cartoon sailor would you associate the characters Olive Oyl and Bluto? Popeye<br />

In the children's story, what was the name of the toymaker who created Pinocchio? Gepetto<br />

In the nursery rhyme, 'Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Pickled.... ' what? Pepper<br />

In children's literature, which author wrote the book 'Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator'? Roald Dahl<br />

Which fictional teenage detective lives with her father in the town of River Heights in a series of<br />

books by Carolyn Keene?<br />

In the novel 'The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe', who was the first to reach Narnia - Peter,<br />

Susan or Lucy?<br />

Nancy Drew<br />

In education, in which decade were GCEs replaced by GCSEs ? 1980s<br />

In the board game 'Scrabble', how many bonus points are awarded if a player uses all seven tiles<br />

in a single turn?<br />

In the Beatrix Potter tales, what kind of animal is Tom? Cat<br />

Toto was the name of Dorothy's dog in which 1939 film? The Wizard of Oz<br />

In children's TV, which 1980 cartoon starred Evil Edna, Mavis, and the Moog, who all lived in a<br />

wood?<br />

Lucy<br />

Fifty<br />

Willo the Wisp<br />

In the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz', what did the Lion ask the Wizard to give him? Courage<br />

In Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, on which creature does the Mad Hatter pour tea to wake<br />

him up?<br />

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Dormouse


What disposable item of baby clothing was first introduced in 1949 to Britain? Nappy<br />

What age was Nigel Short when he became the youngest ever international Chess Master in<br />

1980 - 9, 11, or 14?<br />

In which children's party game does a blindfolded player try to catch other players in a room? Blind Man's Buff<br />

In which children's game do players try to guess the name of an object, after being told its first<br />

letter?<br />

What was the name of the toy lamb that first appeared in 1925 in a series of books by S.G.<br />

Hulme Beaman?<br />

In children's literature, what was the name of the old Etonian pirate who lost an arm to Peter<br />

Pan?<br />

14<br />

I-Spy<br />

Larry the Lamb<br />

Captain Hook<br />

The London Central Mosque is a feature of which London park? Regent's Park<br />

South Africa's oldest occupied building, the Castle of Good Hope, is located in which city? Cape Town<br />

Dunedin is a city and port on which island in New Zealand? South Island<br />

San Pedro Sula is a city in which country of Central America? Honduras<br />

What 'B' is the capital of a region in northern Italy and home to one of the oldest universities in<br />

Europe?<br />

Bologna<br />

What 'B' is the region of the Czech Republic where Prague is situated? Bohemia<br />

Which US city stands on Lake Erie and is the largest city in Ohio? Cleveland<br />

Which seaport and commercial centre in north-west Africa is the largest city in Morocco? Casablanca<br />

What 'M' is a city and chief seaport of Kenya? Mombasa<br />

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What 'N' is a city in South Eastern France and a leading resort on the French Riviera? Nice<br />

What 'A' is a city in south Australia, situated at the base of the Mount Lofty Ranges? Adelaide<br />

The port of Brest is situated in the north-west of which European country? France<br />

In which European country is the city of Montpellier situated? France<br />

What 'V' is the third largest city in Spain? Valencia<br />

In Africa, Kigali is the capital city of which country? Rwanda<br />

In which European capital city is the International Herald Tribune newspaper published? Paris<br />

Bijapur is an ancient city in which Asian country? India<br />

Blackfriars is a district in which city in the South East of the UK? London<br />

Caen is a city and port in the north west of which European country? France<br />

In which republic in south eastern Europe is the city of Tirana situated? Albania<br />

Which port town in Egypt shares its name with a canal that is situated nearby? Suez<br />

In which continent is the capital city of Rome situated? Europe<br />

Akron, Augusta, and Amarillo are all cities in which country? United States<br />

What 'V' is a city and port in western Canada, and is named after an 18th century Explorer? Vancouver<br />

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Canberra is the capital of which country? Australia<br />

Which Scottish town was granted city status in December 2000? Inverness<br />

Salvador is a city on the eastern coast of which South American country? Brazil<br />

Montevideo is the capital and chief port of which South American country? Uruguay<br />

Which 'V' is the third largest city in Venezuela? Valencia<br />

The city of Santiago is situated to the west of the Andes in which country? Chile<br />

Santiago de Cali is the third largest city in which South American country? Cali<br />

Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman was born in which city? Sheffield<br />

Drakes Bay is situated north west of which Californian city? San Francisco<br />

In Geography, is Exeter a British city? Yes<br />

The remains of Spanish explorer Francisco Pizarro can be found in which city in Peru? Lima<br />

Which Romanian city was known as 'Little Paris' in the 1930s? Bucharest<br />

The city of Genoa is a port on which sea? Mediterranean<br />

The building 'La Torre Di Pisa', is known in English as what? Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

Known to the Zulus as 'Egoli' or 'City of Gold', which is South Africa's largest city? Johannesburg<br />

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Where is the Spanish city of Seville: Aragon or Andalusia? Andalusia<br />

Which plains in New Zealand are named after a cathedral city in Kent? Canterbury<br />

Which city in Switzerland was designated as the European centre for the United Nations in 1947? Geneva<br />

What 'M' is a city in northern Italy, situated in the basin of the River Po in Lombardy? Milan<br />

In music, according to the 1956 UK hit single, on which hill did 'Fats Domino' find his 'Thrill'? Blueberry<br />

In music, according to the title of her 1974 UK hit single, Gloria Gaynor 'Never Can Say... ' what? Goodbye<br />

In pop music, what was the surname of Tony, the lead singer with the 1980s band, 'Spandau<br />

Ballet'?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Bruce Springsteen's 1985 UK hit single, 'Dancing In The ...<br />

what?<br />

In pop music, the 1970 UK hit album entitled 'Tea For The Tillerman' was by the singer known as<br />

'Cat... ' who?<br />

In pop music, which folk singer had a 1972 UK hit single with his version of the traditional hymn<br />

'Morning Has Broken'?<br />

Hadley<br />

Dark<br />

Stevens<br />

Cat Stevens<br />

In pop music, whose 1981 UK No.1 album was entitled 'Shaky'? Shakin' Stevens<br />

In pop music, which US singer duetted with Rod Stewart on the 1990 hit 'It Takes Two'? Tina Turner<br />

In pop music, which British male artist's 1994 'Best Of' Album was entitled 'Fields of Gold'? Sting<br />

In pop music, the Manchester based band who had Ian Brown as lead singer were called 'The<br />

Stone ... ' what?<br />

In pop music, which group had a 1979 UK hit single with 'Breakfast In America' - Supertramp or<br />

Blondie?<br />

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Roses<br />

Supertramp


In pop music, which member of 'T.Rex' was born Mark Feld in 1947? Marc Bolan<br />

In pop music, which duo had a 1982 UK hit single with 'Mad World'? Tears For Fears<br />

In pop music, what is the name of the Motown group, whose UK hits include 'Just My Imagination'<br />

and 'Get Ready'?<br />

In pop music, who had a 1997 UK hit album entitled 'White On Blonde' - Bob Dylan or Texas? Texas<br />

Complete the title of the 1976 'Thin Lizzy' UK hit single, 'The Boys Are Back In... what? Town<br />

The Temptations<br />

In pop music, 'Hold Me Now' was a 1983 UK hit single for which band? Thompson Twins<br />

In pop music, which singer left her professional and personal partner, Ike, in 1976 to pursue a<br />

solo career?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of UB40's 1988 UK hit single, 'Breakfast In ... ' what? Bed<br />

In pop music, which Irish band's 1981 debut UK chart single was 'Fire'? U2<br />

Tina Turner<br />

In pop music, who was the male lead singer with US band 'The Velvet Underground'? Lou Reed<br />

In pop music, whose 1997 UK hit album was entitled 'Urban Hymns' - 'Oasis' or 'The Verve'? The Verve<br />

In pop music, which soul singer had a 1964 UK hit single with 'Walk On By'? Dionne Warwick<br />

In pop music, which former member of 'The Style Council' had a 1997 UK hit album entitled<br />

'Heavy Soul'?<br />

In pop music, 'Festfolk' was the original name of which Swedish group of the 1970s? Abba<br />

In pop music, Carl, Brian, and Dennis Wilson, were members of which Californian band, formed<br />

in the 1960s?<br />

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Paul Weller<br />

The Beach Boys


In pop music, 'Jive Talkin' was a 1975 UK hit single for which band? The Bee Gees<br />

In music, Ozzy Osbourne was the lead singer with which British rock group, 'Black Sabbath' or<br />

'Def Leppard'?<br />

In pop music, complete the name of the group formed in Birmingham in 1978, 'Dexy's Midnight... '<br />

what?<br />

Black Sabbath<br />

Runners<br />

In pop music, which American singer had a UK Hit single in 1980 with 'Love On The Rocks'? Neil Diamond<br />

In pop music, which British band's UK hit albums have included 'Making Movies' and 'Brothers In<br />

Arms'?<br />

Dire Straits<br />

In pop music, with which British rock group are the Knopfler Brothers associated? Dire Straits<br />

In pop music, Nick Rhodes plays the keyboards with which British band? Duran Duran<br />

In pop music, which American folk singer's 1964 UK hit album was entitled 'The Times They Are<br />

A-Changin'?<br />

Bob Dylan<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Bob Dylan's 1966 UK hit album, 'Blonde On ... what? Blonde<br />

In pop music, complete the title of 'The Eagles' 1975 UK hit single, 'Lyin'... what? Eyes<br />

In pop music, Mick Fleetwood is the drummer with which band? Fleetwood Mac<br />

In pop music, 'Welcome To The Pleasuredome' was a UK hit a album in 1984 by which British<br />

band?<br />

In pop music, 'We Can't Dance' was a 1991 UK hit album by which British band? Genesis<br />

In music, Jimmy who, had a 1967 UK hit single with 'The Wind Cries Mary'? Jimi Hendrix<br />

In pop music, 'Electric Ladyland' was a 1968 UK hit album by which American singer and<br />

guitarist?<br />

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Frankie Goes To Hollywood<br />

Jimi Hendrix


In pop music, the British band formed in 1963, with Peter Noone as the lead singer, was called<br />

'Herman's... ' what?<br />

Hermits<br />

In pop music, which American singer and writer is known as the 'Piano Man'? Billy Joel<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Tom Jones's 1965 UK hit single, '' whats New... ' what? Pussycat<br />

In pop music, Ian Broudie is the lead singer of which Liverpool based band? The Lightning Seeds<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Little Richard's 1958 UK hit single 'Good Golly Who'? Miss Molly<br />

In pop music, which former member of 'The Beatles' had a 1983 UK hit Album entitled 'Pipes of<br />

Peace'?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Paul McCartney's 1984 UK hit single 'No More Lonely ... '<br />

what?<br />

Paul McCartney<br />

Nights<br />

What is the surname of Malcolm, the musician and producer who managed 'The Sex Pistols'? McLaren<br />

In pop music, complete the title of George Michael's 1990 UK hit album 'Listen Without ... ' what? Prejudice<br />

In pop music, 'Father Figure' and 'Faith' were UK hit singles for which singer and songwriter? George Michael<br />

In pop music, complete the title of the 1988 'Midnight Oil' UK hit single 'Beds Are What'? Burning<br />

In pop music, which Swedish duo had a 1991 UK hit album entitled 'Joyride'? Roxette<br />

In pop music, whose 1975 UK hit album was entitled 'Still Crazy After All These Years'? Paul Simon<br />

In pop music, 'Don't You Forget About Me' was a 1985 UK hit single for which Scottish band? Simple Minds<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Sister Sledge's 1979 UK hit album 'We Are ... what? Family<br />

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In pop music, which US female vocalist danced with cartoon cats, in the video for her 1990 song<br />

'Opposites Attract'?<br />

In pop music, the title of the 1995 UK hit single by Bryan Adams was 'Have You Ever Really<br />

Loved A ... what?<br />

In pop music, according to the title of the 1989 UK hit single by Michael Ball, 'Love Changes ...<br />

what?<br />

In pop music, what was the title of the 1994 UK top 20 single by US male vocalist 'Beck' - Winner<br />

or Loser?<br />

In pop music, the cast of which hospital drama, had a UK hit single in 1998 with 'Everlasting<br />

Love'?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of the 1983 UK hit single by 'Culture Club', 'Church of the Poison<br />

... ' what?<br />

Paula Abdul<br />

Woman<br />

Everything<br />

Loser<br />

Casualty<br />

In pop music, which group had a UK No. 1 hit single in 1994 with 'Things Can Only Get Better'? D-Ream<br />

In pop music, Denise Van Outen and Johnny Vaughan duetted on what UK top ten song in 1998<br />

?<br />

Mind<br />

Especially for You<br />

In pop music, which Scottish formed rock band's name is Greek for "from the womb" ? Del Amitri<br />

In pop music, Emerson, Lake and Palmer had a UK hit single in 1977 with 'Fanfare for the<br />

Common... what?<br />

In pop music, who did Eric Clapton shoot in the title of his 1974 hit single? The Sheriff<br />

In pop music, in the title of Benny Hill's song, 'Ernie' was the fastest what in the West? Milkman<br />

In pop music, which Billy Ocean song did Boyzone release for Comic Relief in 1999 ? When The Going Gets Tough<br />

In pop music, what colour is the ladder in the title of David Gray's Year 2000 album? White<br />

In pop music, which ex-member of the 'Commodores' released the year 2000 album entitled<br />

'Renaissance'?<br />

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Man<br />

Lionel Richie


In pop music, complete the title of Hear'Say's debut single 'Pure and ... what? Simple<br />

In pop music, which group released the single 'Love Plus One' in 1982? Haircut One Hundred<br />

In pop music, the title of the 1980 album by Abba is 'Super ... ' what? Trouper<br />

In pop music, what is the surname of Chuck, the American singer, whose 'Duck Walk' dance step<br />

became his trademark?<br />

In pop music, which UK synthesizer duo formed in 1979, named themselves after a type of<br />

dessert?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of the jazz-rock group formed in the late 1960s, 'Blood, Sweat<br />

and ... ' what?<br />

In music, the jazz record label formed in New York City in 1939 by Alfred Lion is called 'Blue ...<br />

what?<br />

Berry<br />

Blancmange<br />

In pop music, complete the Title of 'Blur's' 1993 album 'Modern Life Is ...what'? Rubbish<br />

In pop music, complete the title of the 1982 UK hit single by 'The Clash' , 'Rock The ... what? Casbah<br />

In pop music, what was the surname of Eddie, whose UK hit singles included 'Summertime<br />

Blues' and 'C'mon Everybody'?<br />

In pop music, the title of the 1992 UK hit single by Billy Ray Cyrus is 'Achy Breaky ... what? Heart<br />

In pop music, which US singer, actor and dancer had a UK hit single in 1955 with 'Love Me Or<br />

Leave Me'?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of 'Deacon Blue's 1988 UK hit single 'Real Gone... what? Kid<br />

In pop music, complete the title of the 'Doctor and the Medics' 1986 UK hit single 'Spirit In The ...<br />

what?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of 'Dr Hook's' 1979 UK hit single, 'When You're In Love With A<br />

Beautiful ... what?<br />

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Tears<br />

Note<br />

Cochran<br />

Sammy Davis Junior<br />

Sky<br />

Woman


In pop music, which new romantic group had a 1983 UK hit single with 'Union of the Snake'? Duran Duran<br />

In pop music, what is the surname of Holly, the lead singer of the 1980s band 'Frankie Goes to<br />

Hollywood'?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of 'Gerry and the Pacemakers' 1964 UK hit single 'Ferry Across<br />

the... what?<br />

In pop music, 'Guns N' Roses' had a 1995 UK hit single with 'Sympathy for the ... what? Devil<br />

In pop music, the 1954 UK hit single by Bill Haley was called 'Shake, rattle and... what? Roll<br />

In pop music, Paul Hardcastle's 1985 UK Np. 1 single 'Nineteen' was about which war involving<br />

the United States?<br />

In pop music, which Australian artist, musician and TV presenter had a 1993 UK hit single with<br />

his version of 'Stairway to Heaven'?<br />

Johnson<br />

Mersey<br />

Vietnam War<br />

Rolf Harris<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Buddy Holly's 1959 UK hit single 'Peggy Sue Got... ' what? Married<br />

In pop music, complete the title of 'Hot Chocolate's' 1982 UK hit single 'It started with a ... what? Kiss<br />

In pop music, which Australian band's 1987 album was entitled 'Kick'? INXS<br />

In pop music, which Welsh actress sang with David Essex on the 1994 single 'True Love Ways'? Catherine Zeta Jones<br />

What was the surname of Danny, the American actor who had a 1953 UK hit single with<br />

'Wonderful Copenhagen'?<br />

In pop music, the title of R. Kelly's 1997 UK hit single is 'I believe I can... what? Fly<br />

In music, with which instrument is the American Kenny G most associated, saxophone or piano? Saxophone<br />

In pop music, 'I'm every woman' and 'Ain't Nobody', were 1989 UK hit singles for which soul<br />

singer?<br />

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Kaye<br />

Chaka Khan


In pop music, complete the title of Cyndi Lauper's 1984 UK hit single 'Time After ... what? Time<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Bobby McFerrin's 1988 UK hit single 'Don't worry, be ... ' what? Happy<br />

In pop music, the title of the 1978 UK hit single by Johnny Mathis was 'Too much, too little, too... '<br />

what?<br />

In pop music, which former member of the group 'Queen' had a 1991 UK hit single with 'Driven<br />

By You'?<br />

Late<br />

Brian May<br />

In pop music, the title of the 1994 UK hit single by Oasis was 'Cigarettes and ... 'what? Alcohol<br />

In pop music, what was the surname of Billy, who had a 1988 UK hit single with 'Get outta my<br />

dreams get into my car'?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Pink Floyd's 1973 album 'Dark side of the . . .' what? Moon<br />

In pop music, with which band was Shane MacGowan the lead singer, 'The Pixies' or 'The<br />

Pogues'?<br />

Ocean<br />

In pop music, The Police had a 1981 UK No. 1 single with 'Every little thing she does is ... what? Magic<br />

The Pogues<br />

In pop music, which furry children's TV presenter had a 1983 UK hit single with 'Rat Rapping'? Roland Rat<br />

In pop music, complete the title of The Rolling Stones' 1966 UK hit single 'Paint it ... what? Black<br />

In pop music, which girl's name is the title of The Rolling Stones' 1973 UK hit single? Angie<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Jimmy Ruffin's 1974 UK hit single 'What becomes of the ...<br />

what?<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Santana's famous song, 'Black Magic ... 'what? Woman<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Seal's 1995 UK hit single 'Kiss from a ....' what? Rose<br />

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Broken-Hearted


In pop music, with which singer is Art Garfunkel most associated? Paul Simon<br />

In pop music, who was Paul Simon's regular musical partner? Art Garfunkel (Arthur Ira Garfunkel)<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Simply Red's 1986 UK hit single 'Holding back the... ' what? Years<br />

In pop music, who did U2's Bono sing with on the 1993 UK hit single 'I've got you under my skin'? Frank Sinatra<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Slade's 1973 UK No.1 hit single 'Come on feel the ... ' what? Noise<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Will Smith's 1999 UK hit single 'Wild, wild ... ' what? West<br />

In The Beatles song, Lucy was in the Sky with what? Diamonds<br />

In pop music, complete the title of the 1981 Adam and the Ants' UK No. 1 single 'Stand and ...<br />

what?<br />

In pop music, A-Ha had a 1986 UK No. 1 single with 'The sun always shines on... ' what? TV<br />

Deliver<br />

In pop music, which trio of brothers had a 1987 UK No. 1 single with 'You win again'? The Bee Gees<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Lou Bega's 1999 UK hit single 'Mambo number ... what? Five<br />

In pop music, the Beverley sisters had a 1953 UK hit single with a song called 'I saw Mommy<br />

kissing... ' who?<br />

Santa Claus<br />

In pop music, Black Lace had 1984 UK hit singles with 'Agadoo' and 'Do The ... ' what? Conga<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Blondie's 1978 UK hit single 'Hanging on the ... what? Telephone<br />

In pop music, complete the title of Bon Jovi's 1987 UK hit single 'Wanted dead or ... 'what? Alive<br />

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In pop music, Bros had a 1988 UK hit single with 'Cat amongst the ... what? Pigeons<br />

In pop music, what is the surname of Bobby, the US singer who had a 1988 UK hit single with 'My<br />

Prerogative'?<br />

In pop music, the title of the 1999 UK hit single by Travis was 'Why does it always... what on me'? Rain<br />

Brown<br />

In pop music, according to Ronan Keating's year 2000 UK hit single, 'Life is a ... ' what? Roller Coaster<br />

In pop music, what was the title of the 2000 UK hit single by Coldplay -Blue or Yellow? Yellow<br />

In pop music, who had a 1980 UK hit single with the song 'Fashion'? David Bowie<br />

In music, 'Dana International' won the 1998 Eurovision Song Contest for which country? Israel<br />

Which comedy team had a hit with the song 'The Funky Gibbon'? The Goodies<br />

A museum dedicated to which former member of The Beatles recently opened in Tokyo? John Lennon<br />

In pop music, which singer fronted the bands 'The Specials', ' Fun Boy Three' and 'The Colour<br />

Field'?<br />

Terry Hall<br />

The songs 'La La La' and 'Boom Bang-a-Bang' were 1960s entries in which song contest? Eurovision<br />

In song, where did Tony Bennett leave his heart? San Francisco<br />

In the Rolf Harris song, which toys were enjoyed by the two little boys? Wooden horses<br />

In music, Shane MacGowan fronted which band in the 1980s, The Pogues, New Order or The<br />

Smiths?<br />

In music, from which English city did the bands The Stone Roses and The Happy Mondays<br />

originate?<br />

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The Pogues<br />

Manchester


In pop music, 'The Stilettos' was the original name of which Debbie Harry group? Blondie<br />

In music, which band had hits in the 70s with the albums 'Animals' and 'Wish You Were Here'? Pink Floyd<br />

In music, which instruments, used to accompany the guitar, are often played by Spanish<br />

flamenco dancers?<br />

Castanets<br />

In football, how many lions featured in the title of the Euro 96 England song? Three<br />

In pop music, 'You Wear It Well' and 'Do Ya Think I'm Sexy' were both chart hits for which<br />

singer?<br />

In pop music, 'Sailor' and 'This Is My Song' were hits in the sixties for Petula who? Clark<br />

Rod Stewart<br />

In pop music, complete the title of the 1960s song by The Searchers, 'Sweets for my ...' what? Sweet<br />

Which pop group had a UK hit with 'Get off of my Cloud' in 1965? Rolling Stones<br />

Which singer, who died in 1965, had a singing daughter called Natalie? Nat 'King' Cole<br />

In 1968 'Hey Jude' was the first UK No. 1 song for the Beatles on which record label? Apple<br />

What item of old-fashioned laundry equipment is sometimes used as a musical instrument by<br />

skiffle groups?<br />

Washboard<br />

Which Elvis Presley hit begins: "Well bless my soul, ' whats wrong with me"? All Shook Up<br />

Pop star Britney Spears is fromwhich US state? Louisiana<br />

From which city did pop group 'The Bay City Rollers' originate? Edinburgh<br />

The touring band 'Bjorn Again' specialises in cover songs of which 70s band? Abba<br />

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Which famous Australian song was written by Banjo Patterson? Waltzing Matilda<br />

Which Madonna hit begins: "Last night I dreamt of San Pedro"? La Isla Bonita<br />

Which member of the pop group Steps was also a letter of the alphabet? H'<br />

In 1977, Paul McCartney had his first UK No.1 single after leaving the Beatles, with which song? Mull of Kintyre<br />

In pop music, which former member of the Beatles had a UK No.1 hit single in 1977 with 'Mull of<br />

Kintyre'?<br />

In music, which song, performed by Bing Crosby in the film 'Holiday Inn', first topped the US<br />

charts in 1942?<br />

Paul McCartney<br />

White Christmas<br />

Sweden won which song contest in 1984 with 'Diggi Loo-Diggi Ley'? Eurovision<br />

In pop music, who was lead singer for Genesis, on their 1992 UK hit single 'I Can't Dance'? Phil Collins<br />

In pop music, The Comets were the backing band of which famous rock and roll star of the<br />

1950s?<br />

Bill Haley<br />

The greatest hits album of which band featuring Paul McCartney, is called 'Wingspan'? Wings<br />

Which Beatles song includes the line "Don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better"? Hey Jude<br />

In pop music, the line "I am the Eggman. They are the Eggmen", is from which Beatles song? I Am The Walrus<br />

Which song writer composed the music for the songs 'I'll Never Fall In Love Again' and 'Close To<br />

You'?<br />

Which number in the UK charts did Baddiel and Skinner's song 'Three Lions' reach during the<br />

Euro '96 championships?<br />

Burt Bacharach<br />

Which 1970 UK hit single by 'The Carpenters' features the line "Why do birds suddenly appear"? Close To You<br />

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One


Which TV presenter had a 1966 UK hit single with the Burt Bacharach song 'Alfie'? Cilla Black<br />

In music, with which song did Perry Como reach No. 1in the 1958 UK singles chart? Magic Moments<br />

Which famous Scottish comedian had a UK No.1 single in 1975 with the song 'D-I-V-O-R-C-E'? Billy Connolly<br />

In pop music, Mark McLoughlin found fame as the lead singer of 'Wet, Wet, Wet', but by what<br />

name is he better known?<br />

Marti Pellow<br />

Who played Norman Potter, the janitor in the TV series set in Fenn Street School? Deryck Guyler<br />

Which Scottish band spent fifteen weeks at No. 1 in the 1994 UK-Singles-charts with the song<br />

'Love Is All Around'?<br />

Wet, Wet, Wet<br />

Who played the ape General Thade in the 2001 film 'Planet of the Apes'? Tim Roth<br />

In the 1970s, which British comedy trio had UK hit singles with 'Black Pudding Bertha' and the<br />

'Funky Gibbon'?<br />

The Goodies<br />

What was the name of the fictional settlement where Dr Finlay opened his Casebook? Tannochbrae<br />

In 1969, which member of the Beatles, directed a documentary called 'Bed In'? John Lennon<br />

Who played the title role in the 1995 film 'The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill And Came Down<br />

A Mountain'?<br />

In pop music, which song by Jackie Wilson became a UK No. 1 in 1986, over twenty-nine years<br />

after its original release?<br />

Hugh Grant<br />

Reet Petite<br />

Who starred as Jan Morrow, alongside Rock Hudson in the comedy film 'Pillow Talk'? Doris Day<br />

Which 'Osmond' became the youngest person to have a UK No. 1 in 1972, with the song 'Long<br />

Haired Lover From Liverpool'?<br />

In which country was film actor Andy Garcia born? Cuba<br />

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Little Jimmy


In pop music, which girl group had a UK No.1 hit single in 1999, with their song 'Blame It On The<br />

Weatherman'?<br />

Bewitched<br />

Ras Dashan is the highest mountain in which African country? Ethiopia<br />

By what other name, is the 1991 Cher UK -No. 1 single 'It's In His Kiss' better known? The Shoop Shoop Song<br />

The 1971 film 'Get Carter' was set mainly in which city? Newcastle upon Tyne<br />

Which famous dance music producer has performed in 'The Housemartins', 'Beats International'<br />

and as 'Fatboy Slim'?<br />

Norman Cook<br />

Which female vocalist sang the theme song from the Bond film 'Tomorrow Never Dies'? Sheryl Crow<br />

In pop music, what was the subtitle, of the 1956 UK No. 1 single by Doris Day, 'Whatever Will Be<br />

Will Be'?<br />

Que Sera Sera<br />

Which seeds are used to flavour the liqueur kümmel? Caraway<br />

According to the title of his 1984 UK No.1 hit, what did Stevie Wonder 'Just Call To Say'? I Love You<br />

Cava is the official for sparkling wine produced in designated areas of which country? Spain<br />

The title of Paul Young's 1983 UK No. 1 single is 'Wherever I Lay My Hat, That's My ... ' what? Home<br />

Who played Dorothy Parker in the 1994 film, 'Mrs Parker And The Vicious Circle'? Jennifer Jason Leigh<br />

In pop music, which famous footballer appeared on the UK hit single 'Fog on the Tyne' in 1990? Paul Gascoigne<br />

New York cop John McClane was the leading character in which series of films? Die Hard<br />

In pop music, which member of the Beatles sang 'Give Peace A Chance', with the 'Plastic Ono<br />

Band'?<br />

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John Lennon


What was the name of the dog in the series 'The Herbs'? Dill<br />

Which TV programme connects the characters Emma Peel and Tara King? The Avengers<br />

On children's TV, what was the name of the 'Battery Boy'? Torchy<br />

What is the name of <strong>BBC</strong>1's regular early Sunday evening religious programme? Songs of Praise<br />

The Lion's Mound in Belgium commemorates the site of which famous battle? Waterloo<br />

In which US TV comedy series does one of the main characters, Herman, have a bolt through his<br />

neck?<br />

Which English cheese is traditionally eaten with port? Stilton<br />

The Monsters<br />

In TV, Roscoe P Coltrane was the name of the sheriff in which American series? Dukes of Hazzard<br />

Who played the part of Christopher Columbus in the film 'Carry On Columbus'? Jim Dale<br />

Which actor connects the TV series 'Playing The Field' and 'The Royle Family'? Ricky tomlinson<br />

What is the name of the family of aliens in the <strong>BBC</strong>2 sitcom 'Third Rock From The Sun'? Solomon<br />

What would you find information about if you looked on page 555 of Ceefax? National Lottery<br />

Who directed the film 'Thelma & Louise'? Ridley Scott<br />

In the children's TV show 'Thunderbirds', what was the name of the bespectacled engineering<br />

genius?<br />

The US naval base of Guantánamo Bay is situated on which island? Cuba<br />

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Brains


Which TV quiz title did London taxi driver Fred Housego win in 1980? Mastermind<br />

What completes the title of the 1985 film 'The Purple Rose of ...'? Cairo<br />

What was the breed of the dead parrot in Monty Python's Flying Circus? Norwegian Blue<br />

Which club did Sir Alex Ferguson manage immediately prior to Manchester United? Aberdeen<br />

Former Miss Great Britain, Leila Williams and Christopher Trace, were the original presenters of<br />

which children's show?<br />

Blue Peter<br />

In which city does football's governing body FIFA have its HQ? Zurich<br />

Who is the Teletubby pal of Tinky Winky, La La and Poe? Dipsy<br />

In which city is the Parthenon temple a major tourist attraction? Athens<br />

In the TV cartoon series 'The Simpsons', what is the name of the bar frequented by Homer<br />

Simpson?<br />

Who played Bonnie Parker in the 1967 film 'Bonnie and Clyde'? Faye Dunaway<br />

Which actress, later a Labour MP, starred in the <strong>BBC</strong> series 'Elizabeth R' in 1971? Glenda Jackson<br />

Who directed the films 'Sense and Sensibility' and 'The Ice Storm'? Ang Lee<br />

Complete the title of the <strong>BBC</strong> comedy sketch show first shown in 1979, 'Not the Nine O'clock ...<br />

what?<br />

What name did Sharron Davies adopt as a TV 'Gladiator'? Amazon<br />

The screening of the 1980 drama 'Death of A Princess' caused a diplomatic rift between Britain<br />

and which other country?<br />

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Moe's<br />

News<br />

Saudi Arabia


The TV presenter, Jerry Springer was a former mayor of which city? Cincinnati<br />

Alan Bleasdale's 1982 series, 'Boys From the Blackstuff' was about unemployed people in which<br />

English City?<br />

Liverpool<br />

Who first made the UK top 20 in 1958 with Sweet Little Sixteen? Chuck Berry<br />

In TV, 'Paradine' is the middle name of which 'Through The Keyhole' presenter? David Frost<br />

What is the capital of the US state of Florida? Tallahassee<br />

In 1958 Christopher Trace and Leila Williams became the first presenters of which long-running<br />

<strong>BBC</strong> Children's TV show?<br />

Blue Peter<br />

Who played the Sheriff of Nottingham in the film 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves'? Alan Rickman<br />

Which children's TV character is a workman with tools called 'Scoop The Digger' and 'Travis The<br />

Tractor'?<br />

Porto Cristo is a resort on which European holiday island? Majorca<br />

In the children's drama series 'Byker Grove' which character was played by Declan Donnelly - PJ<br />

or Duncan?<br />

Bob The Builder<br />

Duncan<br />

Who played Vincent Vega in the 1994 film 'Pulp Fiction'? John Travolta<br />

Which 1990s <strong>BBC</strong> children's drama series was set in a Newcastle Youth Club? Byker Grove<br />

What was the name of the Antichrist in 'The Omen' films? Damien<br />

By what name did the children's TV series 'Candlewick Green' become known after a typing<br />

error?<br />

Camberwick Green<br />

On TV, who in 1984, became the sixth 'Dr Who'? Colin Baker<br />

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In 'The Flintstones', what was the name of Barney and Betty Rubble's adopted son? Bam Bam<br />

Baton Rouge is the capital of which US state? Louisiana<br />

In the TV sitcom 'Absolutely Fabulous' which comedienne played Edina Monsoon? Jennifer Saunders<br />

Who is the only dwarf in 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs' to wear glasses? Doc<br />

The 2001 sequel to the TV series 'The Growing Pains of Adrian Mole,' was titled 'Adrian Mole<br />

The... what 'Years'?<br />

Cappucino<br />

Who was the original host of the TV series 'Give Us A Clue'? Michael Aspel<br />

In TV, what sort of business did 'Rene Artois' run in the sitcom 'Allo, Allo'? Cafe<br />

Who played the title role in the 1999 film 'Grey Owl'? Pierce Brosnan<br />

In the sitcom 'Allo Allo' what was the first name of the character who was married to Rene? Edith<br />

From which club did Leeds United sign Lucas Radebe in 1994? Kaizer Chiefs<br />

In the TV sitcom 'Birds of a Feather', for which criminal offence were the husbands of Sharon and<br />

Tracey sent to jail?<br />

Bank Robbery<br />

In which 1980 film did Richard Gere play the character, Julian Kay? American Gigolo<br />

In the TV sitcom 'Birds Of A Feather' which actress played 'Tracey Stubbs'? Linda Robson<br />

Which 1986 film starring Paul Newman was the sequel to 'The Hustler'? The Color of Money<br />

In the TV comedy 'Blackadder The Second', what was the name of the character played by<br />

Stephen Fry - Lord... what?<br />

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Melchett


What was the name of the doctors' surgery in the TV series, 'Peak Practice'? The Beeches<br />

What was the first name of Rowan Atkinson's Scrooge-like character in the TV sitcom<br />

'Blackadder's Christmas Carol'?<br />

Ebenezer<br />

Which city is the capital of Vietnam? Hanoi<br />

In the TV sitcom, 'Blackadder Goes Forth', which army rank did Tony Robinson's Baldrick<br />

character hold ?<br />

Private<br />

What is the nationality of the Liverpool footballer, Sami Hyypia? Finnish<br />

With which character did Lenny Godber share a cell in the TV sitcom 'Porridge'? Norman Stanley Fletcher<br />

In the classic TV series, 'Crossroads', who played Meg Mortimer? Noele Gordon<br />

In the TV sitcom 'Red Dwarf' what was the name of the robot played by Robert Llewellyn? Kryten<br />

Who won a Best Actress Oscar for the title role in the film 'Annie Hall'? Diane Keaton<br />

In which 1980s TV sitcom did Ronnie Corbett play Timothy Lumsden, a 40-year-old librarian who<br />

lives with his domineering mother?<br />

Who starred as the detective, Virgil Tibbs in the 1967 film 'In The Heat of the Night'? Sidney Poitier<br />

What was the name of the rag and bone company who were based at Oil Drum Lane,<br />

Shepherd's Bush?<br />

Which is the longest river entirely in France? Loire<br />

Sorry!<br />

What was the first name of Wilfred Brambell's character in the sitcom, 'Steptoe and Son'? Albert<br />

Which football club's home ground is Gigg Lane? Bury<br />

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Steptoe and Son


Which actor appeared as Harry Slater in 'EastEnders' in 2001? Michael Elphick<br />

Who played camp host Ted Bovis in the TV comedy series 'Hi-De-Hi!'? Paul Shane<br />

What was the name of the 1985 TV series featuring Alf Garnett which was a sequel to 'Til Death<br />

Us Do Part'?<br />

In Sickness and In Health<br />

Who played Captain Ahab in the 1956 film 'Moby Dick'? Gregory Peck<br />

In the 1960s TV sitcom Bob Ferris and Terry Collier were better known as the what '... Lads'? The Likely Lads<br />

Who starred as reporter Kimberly Wells in the 1979 film 'The China Syndrome'? Jane Fonda<br />

Which famous comedian played Ali Oopla in the TV series 'Whoops Baghdad'? Frankie Howerd<br />

Who captained England at football for the first time in Turin in November 2000? David Beckham<br />

Which one of the Alas Smith and Jones comedy duo also appeared in the 1980's TV sitcom,<br />

'Colin's Sandwich'?<br />

Mel Smith<br />

What is the traditional topping of a Dundee cake? Almonds<br />

Which author was portrayed by John Hurt in the 1975 biographical film 'The Naked Civil Servant'? Quentin Crisp<br />

Which city is the capital of South Korea? Seoul<br />

Which famous comedian and TV presenter has hosted the game shows, 'Family Fortunes' and<br />

'Opportunity Knocks'?<br />

Bob Monkhouse<br />

Apsley House was the London home of which famous person? Duke of Wellington<br />

Patty and Selma are the sisters of which character from 'The Simpsons'? Marge Simpson<br />

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Which historical character was played by Marlon Brando in the 1954 film 'Desiree'? Napoleon Bonaparte<br />

In the radio drama series 'The Archers', which member of the Archer family was killed in a fire in<br />

1955?<br />

Grace (Archer)<br />

Who, on TV in 1974, played the clerical sleuth 'Father Brown' ? Kenneth More<br />

In the sitcom 'After Henry' which actress starred as Henry's widow? Prunella Scales<br />

The River Dart flows for its entire length through which county? Devon<br />

In the US TV sitcom 'Friends', which first name is shared by the actors who play 'Chandler' and<br />

'Joey'?<br />

Who played the smug Martin Bryce in the TV series 'Ever Decreasing Circles'? Richard Briers<br />

What was the zip code in the title of the early 90s American teenage drama set in Beverly Hills? 902<strong>10</strong><br />

Who played Richard Hannay in the TV series 'Hannay'? Robert Powell<br />

The daytime TV show that has been presented by both Fern Britton and Ainsley Harriott is called<br />

'Ready, Steady ... what?<br />

In which century did the Great Fire of London take place? 17th<br />

On TV, which topical political quiz starring Paul Merton and Ian Hislop was initially presented by<br />

Angus Deayton?<br />

Matt<br />

Cook<br />

Have I Got News For You<br />

Who starred as the settler Luke in the TV drama series 'Luke's Kingdom'? Oliver Tobias<br />

The broadcaster and journalist Clive James, was born in which country? Australia<br />

Who played scheming politician Francis Urquhart in the TV drama 'House of Cards'? Ian Richardson<br />

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Which former Labour MP began presenting a morning chat show on <strong>BBC</strong> 1 in 1987? Robert Kilroy<br />

In which county was the TV series 'Wycliffe' set? Cornwall<br />

The first programme of which TV music show was presented by Jimmy Savile in January 1964? Top of the Pops<br />

Who played Dempsey in the TV series 'Dempsey And Makepeace'? Michael Brandon<br />

What 'P' is the part of London inhabited by 'Del Boy' and 'Rodney'? Peckham<br />

Who succeeded Dwight D Eisenhower to the US presidency in 1961? John F Kennedy<br />

Which <strong>BBC</strong> TV programme changed its presenter in the year 2000 from Hugh Scully to Michael<br />

Aspel?<br />

The Antiques Roadshow<br />

Who starred in the title role in the 1980s TV series 'Nanny'? Wendy craig<br />

Which TV cook is better known as 'The Naked Chef'? Jamie Oliver<br />

Doyenne du Comice is a variety of which fruit? Pear<br />

Which make-over programme features 'Alan', 'Charlie' and 'Tommy'? Ground Force<br />

In which country is the holiday resort of Cascais? Portugal<br />

Which playwright wrote the TV series 'The Singing Detective'? Dennis Potter<br />

What 'Z' was a 1950s caped and masked hero who rode a white horse called Phantom? Zorro<br />

On the TV show 'Have I Got News For You', the team captain, who opposes Paul Merton, is Ian...<br />

who?<br />

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Hislop (Ian Hislop)


In the cartoon 'The Simpsons' what colour is Marge Simpson's hair - red or blue? Blue<br />

Which quiz show host had the catchphrase "I've started so I'll finish"? Magnus Magnusson<br />

Which actor played the lollipop sucking detective Kojak? Telly Savalas<br />

Which presenter of 'Top Gear' went on to host his own chat show in 1998? Jeremy Clarkson<br />

Martin Clunes and Neil Morrissey play the two male leads in which TV comedy series? Men Behaving Badly<br />

Kathy Staff played Nora Batty in which long running comedy series? Last of the Summer Wine<br />

What was the name of the ventriloquist who performed with a green duck called Orville? Keith Harris<br />

What type of bird was the puppet Orville, operated by ventriloquist Keith Harris? A Duck<br />

In the 1980s TV series 'Knight Rider', who or what was 'KITT'? A Car<br />

Which former footballer who had the catchphrase 'It's a funny old game', co-starred with Ian St<br />

John, on a 80s TV show?<br />

Jimmy Greaves<br />

What was the name of Lee Majors character in the 1970s TV show, 'The Six Million Dollar Man'? (Colonel) Steve Austin<br />

In which1980s TV show did Lee Majors play the bounty-hunter stuntman Colt Seavers? The Fall Guy<br />

In the TV sitcom 'Sorry', what was the job of Ronnie Corbett's character Timothy Lumsden? Librarian<br />

Which Time Lord experienced the Pyramids of Mars and The Auton Invasion? Doctor Who<br />

In the TV series 'Doctor Who', who played The Doctor immediately before Peter Davison? Tom Baker<br />

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In 'Doctor Who', which actor played the fourth Doctor, who wore a long multi-coloured scarf and a<br />

wide brimmed hat?<br />

Tom Baker<br />

In TV, K-9 and Romana Mark Two were companions of which Time Lord'? Doctor Who<br />

In 1963, William Hartnell was the first person to play which Time Lord' character? Doctor Who<br />

Which 'All Creatures Great and Small' actor played The Doctor in 'Doctor Who' between 1982<br />

and 1984?<br />

Peter Davison<br />

In the 1980s TV series, 'Boss Hogg' and 'Roscoe P, Coltrane' were the enemies of which family? The Dukes<br />

Which 1970s US series, featured a dodge charger car called the General Lee? The Dukes of Hazzard<br />

Which former 'Blue Peter' presenter featured in the 1980s TV series 'Duncan Dares'? Peter Duncan<br />

Which 'Dad's Army' actor also provided the voice for the 'Mister Men' cartoons? Arthur Lowe<br />

Bud Flanagan sang the theme song for which long-running TV sitcom set during World War<br />

Two?<br />

Dad's Army<br />

Which 1960s children's TV show, featured Clarence the Cross-Eyed Lion? Daktari<br />

In the TV series, 'Day of the Triffids', what were the man-eating Triffids? Plants<br />

Which pre-historic cartoon family were 'a case right out of history' according to their theme song? The Flintstones<br />

The name of the Steeplejack from Bolton who had his own TV series in the 1970s and 1980s is<br />

'Fred... who?<br />

Dibnah<br />

Before appearing on TV, what 'S' was Fred Dibnah's profession? Steeplejack<br />

Which former prime minister, presented the TV chat show 'Friday Night, Saturday Morning', for 2<br />

weeks, in the 1970s?<br />

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Harold Wilson


The opening credits to which Roald Dahl creation, showed a silhouetted woman dancing in<br />

flames?<br />

In the TV series 'Tenko', which famous actor played the camp commandant ? Bert Kwouk<br />

Which TV consumer show fronted by Esther Rantzen used to present the Jobsworth Award? That's Life<br />

Writer Johnny Speight created which bigoted character, played by Warren Mitchell? Alf Garnett<br />

Which four professions make up the name of the 1979 espionage drama starring Alec Guinness<br />

as George Smiley?<br />

Tales of the Unexpected<br />

Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy<br />

Which 'Star Trek' actor went on to play TJ Hooker, in the 1980s series of the same name? William Shatner<br />

What was the profession of William Shatner's character in the TV series 'T,J, Hooker'? Policeman<br />

Which 1970s sitcom did a character, played by Penelope Keith have to leave her estate, because<br />

of financial pressures?<br />

To The Manor Born<br />

Which of the Two Ronnies always said, 'and it's Goodnight from him,' at the end of each show? Ronnie Barker<br />

Which long running TV comedy series featured a skit called 'The Phantom Raspberry Blower of<br />

Old London Town'?<br />

The dance troupe 'Hot Gossip' first came to prominence, on the 'Video Show' of which Liverpoolborn<br />

comedian?<br />

The Two Ronnies<br />

Kenny Everett<br />

Who presented the <strong>BBC</strong> game show 'Telly Addicts'? Noel Edmonds<br />

What was the surname of the presenter of 'Noel's House Party'? Edmonds<br />

Biddy Baxter worked on which famous children's show for 27 years? Blue Peter<br />

What was the name of the golden retriever which accompanied Simon Groom during his time on<br />

'Blue Peter'?<br />

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Goldie


Which bearded TV naturalist presented shows called 'Backyard Safari' and 'Seaside Safari'? David Bellamy<br />

Which TV comedian had a St Bernard dog called Schnorbitz? Bernie Winters<br />

What was the name of the 1980s 'bingo-style' game show presented by Bob Monkhouse? Bob's Full House<br />

In the 1980s TV series 'Boys From The Blackstuff', which character's catchphrase was 'Gissa<br />

job'?<br />

Yosser Hughes<br />

In 1983, which <strong>BBC</strong> show became the UK's first national early morning TV news programme? Breakfast Time<br />

Name the card that was shown at the end of programme hours or during a breakdown in<br />

transmission on TV in the 60s/70s?<br />

The 'Fenn Street Gang' was a spin off from which 1960s school based sitcom starring John<br />

Alderton?<br />

What is the name of the <strong>BBC</strong> viewer response show, which has been hosted by Robert Robinson<br />

and Terry Wogan?<br />

Test Card<br />

Please Sir<br />

Points of View<br />

In which long running sitcom did Brian Wilde play the character Foggy Dewhurst? Last of the Summer Wine<br />

Mrs Goggins is the post-mistress in which animated children's series? Postman Pat<br />

In TV, who was the shorter of the 'Two Ronnies'? Ronnie Corbett<br />

Portmerion was the location for which 1960s TV series starring Patrick McGoohan? The Prisoner<br />

In the 1970s TV series, 'Randall and Hopkirk - Deceased', which of the two wore a white suit? Hopkirk<br />

At the end of which children's TV show did Roy Castle sing 'Dedication'? Record Breakers<br />

Jake the Peg, was a three-legged character, created by which Australian personality? Rolf Harris<br />

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Which 1980s chat show host did Grace Jones hit because she thought he was ignoring her? Russell Harty<br />

In the 1970s TV series 'Starsky and Hutch', what was the name of the character played by<br />

Antonio Fargas?<br />

Which long-running sitcom did the character played by Harry H, Corbett, regularly call his Father,<br />

A 'Dirty Old Man'?<br />

On the TV sitcom 'Steptoe and Son', what type of pickled food did 'Albert Steptoe' famously eat in<br />

his bath tub?<br />

Huggy Bear<br />

Steptoe and Son<br />

Onions<br />

The 1980s children's series about a stone-age boy was 'Stig of the... what? Dump<br />

On which 1970s TV sports show did Kevin Keegan famously fall off a racing bike? Superstars<br />

In the 1970s TV series, starring Erik Estrada, by what acronym was the Californian highway<br />

patrol known?<br />

By what name does Perry refer to Harry Enfield's character Kevin the Teenager's mum? Mrs Patterson<br />

On The TV show, 'Jukebox Jury', if the panel thought a song would not be a hit, they held up a<br />

sign saying what?<br />

On which 1970s TV series would the character Doctor David Banner say, "You wouldn't like me<br />

when I'm angry"?<br />

In which 1970s TV series did Raymond Burr play a wheelchair-bound detective? Ironside<br />

Chips<br />

Miss<br />

The Incredible Hulk<br />

Which <strong>BBC</strong> TV soap, set in London, Began in 1985? EastEnders<br />

In Eastenders, what was the full name of Barbara Windsor's character in 'EastEnders' when she<br />

was married to Frank?<br />

In 'EastEnders', what was the surname of the character Peggy Butcher, before she married Frank<br />

Butcher?<br />

What was the name of the pub whose landlords were 'Den' and 'Angie Watts' from 1985 until<br />

1988?<br />

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Peggy Butcher<br />

Mitchell<br />

The Queen Victoria


Which TV soap features the 'Fowler' and 'Beale' families? EastEnders<br />

In 'EastEnders' what did Pauline Beale's surname become when she married Arthur? Fowler<br />

In EastEnders how was Mark Fowler related to Pauline Fowler? (Her) Son/(His) Mother<br />

In 'EastEnders' what relation was Ian Beale to Mark Fowler? Cousin<br />

In which year was 'Neighbours' first broadcast in Britain - 1986 or 1996? 1986<br />

In the TV comedy 'The Royle Family', what is the first name of the character played by Caroline<br />

Aherne?<br />

In the TV series 'The Royle Family', what is the name of the character played by Ricky<br />

Tomlinson?<br />

Denise<br />

Jim Royle<br />

In the first three series of 'Ballykissangel', Dervla Kirwan played which character? Assumpta<br />

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are regular panel members of which TV news quiz? Have I Got News For You<br />

Which TV game show hosted by Sir David Frost explores the houses of mystery celebrities? Through The Keyhole<br />

The animated sitcom 'The Simpsons', is set in which fictional town - Summerdale or Springfield? Springfield<br />

In the animated TV series 'The Simpsons', what relation is Lisa Simpson to Bart Simpson? Sister<br />

In the animated TV series 'The Simpsons', what relation is Marge Simpson to Homer Simpson? Wife<br />

In the animated TV series 'The Simpsons', what relation is Marge Simpson to Lisa Simpson? Mother<br />

In the animated TV series, 'The Simpsons', what relation, is Marge Simpson to Bart Simpson? Mother<br />

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Which TV series that began in 1986 features a hospital in the fictional city of Holby? Casualty<br />

What is the name of the spin-off from the drama series 'Casualty' featuring other departments of<br />

the hospital?<br />

What 'T' is the surname of the brothers that feature in 'Thunderbirds'? Tracy<br />

Which US TV comedy series features four aliens sent to learn all there is to know about the<br />

earth?<br />

Complete the title of the following TV series, 'Third Rock From The... what? Sun<br />

Holby City<br />

Third Rock From The Sun<br />

Which cartoon adapted from the book by Raymond Briggs, was nominated for an Oscar in 1983? The Snowman<br />

In the early 1990s TV series 'In Pieces', who was the comedy partner of Rob Newman? David Baddiel<br />

In the British sitcom 'Absolutely Fabulous', which character was played by Jennifer Saunders? Edina Monsoon<br />

In the British TV sitcom 'Absolutely Fabulous', what was the name of the character was played by<br />

Jane Horrocks?<br />

Bubble<br />

In the British TV sitcom 'Absolutely Fabulous', what relation was Edina to Saffron? Mother<br />

In the British TV sitcom 'Absolutely Fabulous', what relation is Saffron to Edina? Daughter<br />

In the 1970s TV sitcom 'Bless This House', how many children did Sid and Jean have? Two<br />

In the TV sitcom 'Birds of A Feather', which character was played by Pauline Quirke? Sharon<br />

In TV, which character did Lesley Joseph play in the sitcom 'Birds of A Feather'? Dorien Green<br />

Sharon' and which other character lived next door to 'Dorien Green' in the sitcom 'Birds of A<br />

Feather'?<br />

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Tracey


In the TV comedy series 'Birds of A Feather', which character had a son called Garth? Tracey<br />

In the TV series 'Blackadder the Second', which actor played Lord Melchett? Stephen Fry<br />

In the TV series 'Blackadder Goes Forth', which actor played General Sir Anthony Cecil<br />

Hogmaney Melchett?<br />

In the TV series 'Blackadder the Second', which English Queen, was played by Miranda<br />

Richardson?<br />

Stephen Fry<br />

Queen Elizabeth I<br />

In the TV series 'Blackadder the Second', which actress played 'Queen Elizabeth I'? Miranda Richardson<br />

In the TV series 'Blackadder The Third', which character was played by Hugh Laurie? George<br />

In the <strong>BBC</strong> sitcom 'Bottom', what was the name of the character who was the housemate of<br />

Eddie?<br />

In the <strong>BBC</strong> sitcom 'Bottom', what was the character name of 'Richie's' housemate? Eddie<br />

Which actor starred as Rik Mayall's housemate in the <strong>BBC</strong> sitcoms 'The Young Ones' and<br />

'Bottom'?<br />

Richie<br />

Jennifer Saunders played Edina in the British sitcom 'Absolutely... what? Fabulous<br />

Adrian Edmondson<br />

In the US TV series 'Moonlighting', the character, David Addison was played by which actor? Bruce Willis<br />

In the US TV series 'Moonlighting', which actress played the female lead? Cybill Shepherd<br />

In TV, which American teenage drama features the characters Joey, Pacey and Dawson? Dawson's Creek<br />

In the TV soap 'EastEnders', Natalie Cassidy plays which character - Sonia Jackson or Stacey<br />

Slater?<br />

Which member of the 'EastEnders' cast won the best actor award at the 2001 British Soap<br />

Awards?<br />

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Sonia Jackson<br />

Martin Kemp


Which programme won the best soap award at the 2001 British Soap Awards? EastEnders<br />

In 'EastEnders' which of the Slater sisters is played by actress Jessie Wallace? Kat (Slater)<br />

The 1980s TV series 'Fame' starred which female member of the Jackson Family? Janet Jackson<br />

Which female member of the Jackson family appeared in the TV series 'Diff'rent Strokes' during<br />

the 1980s?<br />

Janet (Jackson)<br />

What is the traditional national sport of America - American football or baseball? Baseball<br />

The Boeing Aeroplane Company is based in which US State - Washington or Texas? Washington<br />

Representing the original colonies in 1776, how many stripes are there on the American flag -<br />

thirteen or fifteen?<br />

Thirteen<br />

In the USA, the State of Oregon has a coastline on which ocean? Pacific (Ocean)<br />

The National Forest in Missouri State is named after which American author of 'The Adventures<br />

of Tom Sawyer'?<br />

Mark Twain<br />

In which American state is the University of Chicago? Illinois<br />

In US history, what 'P' is the name of the state in which the Declaration of Independence was<br />

drawn up?<br />

Pennsylvania<br />

In the USA, the state of North Carolina has a coastline on which ocean? Atlantic<br />

Which American ivy league university is based in the City of New Haven? Yale<br />

In US politics, what was the highest governmental position held by Gerald Ford? President<br />

Is Minnesota a city or a state in the United States? State<br />

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In the USA, what 'B' is the colloquial name given to a creepy crawley insect? Bug<br />

What occupation is known as a garbage collector in the United States? Dustman<br />

In the USA, in the late 1960s and 1970s to what were the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks<br />

abbreviated too?<br />

Which American agency was established under the 1947 National Security Act - The C.I.A or the<br />

F.B.I?<br />

In the American government, what do the letters N.S.C stand for? National Security Council<br />

Which position did Henry Kissinger hold under the Presidency of Richard Nixon - Vice President<br />

or Secretary of State?<br />

In the US, what 'A' is the name given to the public prosecuting officer within a defined district,<br />

county or state?<br />

Which US clergyman and Nobel Laureate claimed to have 'been to the mountain top and seen<br />

the Promised Land'?<br />

SALT<br />

C.I.A<br />

Secretary of State<br />

Attorney<br />

Martin Luther King Jr<br />

On which coast of the United States is the city of New York? East Coast<br />

Which American state is closer to Mexico - California or New York? California<br />

In the USA, is Detroit a state or a city? City<br />

Which American state is closer to the Canadian Border - Michigan or Florida? Michigan<br />

George Washington was the first president of which country? United States of America<br />

In US politics which president was re-elected in 1792 -George Washington or Abraham Lincoln? George Washington<br />

Which American city housed the first skyscraper buildings -Chicago or Los Angeles? Chicago<br />

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In America, what was the surname of John Harvey, the food manufacturer famous for producing<br />

cereals?<br />

Kellogg<br />

Woodrow Wilson was President of the United States during which world war? World War One<br />

In the United States, the Cotton Club in Harlem was famous for predominantly playing what type<br />

of music?<br />

By which of her first names was the wife of President Franklin D. Roosevelt more commonly<br />

known?<br />

What was the name of the American president's wife who was a US delegate to the United<br />

Nations between 1945 and 1953?<br />

Jazz<br />

Eleanor<br />

Eleanor Roosevelt<br />

What was the first name of the American paediatrician Doctor Spock - Leonard or Benjamin? Benjamin<br />

Complete Timothy Leary's famous Phrase from the 1960s 'Tune In, Turn On... what? Drop Out<br />

In the USA, Haight-Ashbury is a district in which west coast city? San Francisco<br />

In the USA, what is 'The New Yorker' - a magazine or a chocolate bar? Magazine<br />

In the USA, what was the surname of Newt, the Speaker of the House of Representatives<br />

between 1995 and 1999?<br />

Which important US document of 1776 is subtitled 'The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen<br />

United States of America'?<br />

Gingrich<br />

In the USA, which state was the 50th to join the union, Vermont or Hawaii? Hawaii<br />

In US history, Spiro T. Agnew was Vice President in whose Administration in the 1970s? Richard Nixon<br />

What unit of currency is used in the United States? Dollar<br />

In which American City is the 'Wall Street Journal' published? New York City<br />

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Declaration of Independence


Which country was Texas a Province until 1836? Mexico<br />

In the American Civil War, where were the Confederate States - the north or the south? South<br />

In the American Civil War, where were the Union States, in the north or the south? North<br />

The 19th Century American President Cleveland shares his first name with which Sesame Street<br />

character?<br />

In the US, how many times was Franklin D. Roosevelt elected to serve as President? Four<br />

Grover<br />

In the US, Delano was the middle name of which 20th century president? Roosevelt<br />

In American history, which Hawaiian US naval base, was attacked by the Japanese Imperial<br />

Navy in December 1941?<br />

In which century was the American space organisation NASA founded? 20th<br />

In the US, Idaho Falls is a city in which state? Idaho<br />

Pearl Harbour<br />

What 'H' was the surname of the head of the Gestapo during World War Two? Himmler<br />

In geography which is the largest of the Florida Keys? Key Largo<br />

In geography, on the west bank of which river is the 'Valley of The Kings' located? Nile<br />

Which is the thickly wooded. mountainous district in Germany, separated from Switzerland by the<br />

Rhine?<br />

What 'K' is the name of the Ukrainian port known as 'The Mother of all Cities'? Kiev<br />

On which coast of Africa is The Gambia - east or west? West<br />

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Black Forest


During the term of which US president did the Cuban Missile Crisis take place? John F. Kennedy<br />

Which two-word name was given to the battle-zone between Russia and Germany during World<br />

War Two?<br />

Eastern Front<br />

Yasser Arafat, Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Rabin shared which international award in 1994? Nobel Peace Prize<br />

In 1986 which businessman won the Blue Riband for the fastest surface crossing of the Atlantic? Richard Branson<br />

The name of the last Emperor of Ethiopia was 'Haile... what? Selassie<br />

In October 2001 which member of the Royal Family opened a farm shop selling produce from the<br />

Royal estates?<br />

The Queen<br />

Which 20th Century UK monarch was subsequently given the title Duke of Windsor? Edward the Eighth<br />

In which war did Douglas Haig replace John French as commander of the British Expeditionary<br />

Force?<br />

Which British wartime leader wrote: "Before Alamein we never had a victory. After Alamein we<br />

never had a defeat"?<br />

Which King of Belgium was crowned in 1993 - Albert or Arthur? Albert<br />

Sir Barnes Wallis developed which World War 2 weapon, specifically designed to destroy<br />

German dams?<br />

In space flight what was the number of the first 'manned' Apollo rocket? Seven<br />

In 1924 Ramsay MacDonald became the first UK Prime Minister to represent which political<br />

party?<br />

First World War<br />

(Sir) Winston Churchill<br />

Bouncing Bomb<br />

Labour<br />

The Save the Children Fund was established immediately after which world war? World War One<br />

The reign of which British monarch spanned both the Nineteenth and Twentieth centuries? Queen Victoria<br />

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In 1959, Archbishop Makarios was elected President of which Mediterranean island? Cyprus<br />

During which World war did the British Navy sink the battleship 'Bismarck'? World War Two<br />

Which state occasion involving Queen Elizabeth II took place in Westminster Abbey on June 2nd<br />

1953?<br />

Coronation<br />

In the First World War, Japan was an ally of which country - Germany or Great Britain? Great Britain<br />

During which war were the battles of 'Tobruk' and 'Midway' fought? World War Two<br />

Frenchman Pierre-Yves Gerbeau was formerly the Chief Executive of which London landmark<br />

building?<br />

Millennium Dome<br />

In World War Two the Allied participants in which battle were informally referred to as 'The Few'? Battle of Britain<br />

During World War II to which branch of the armed forces did the unit known as the 'Dam Busters'<br />

belong?<br />

Royal Air Force<br />

In aviation which Anglo-French aeroplane made its first commercial flight in 1976? Concorde<br />

In which country did Che Guevara help to bring about a revolution in 1959? Cuba<br />

Which dictator became leader of his country first - Hitler or Mussolini? Mussolini<br />

In which decade of the 20th Century did Alaska and Hawaii become the forty-Ninth and fiftieth<br />

united states?<br />

1950s<br />

What 'S' is the name of the World War One battle in which tanks were used for the first time? Somme<br />

Operation Sea-Lion was the name of the aborted Nazi plan to invade which country - Britain or<br />

the US?<br />

In World War Two to which of the three branches of the UK armed services did the so-called<br />

'Few' belong?<br />

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Britain<br />

R.A.F.


In which country did the practice known as 'McCarthyism' flourish in the 1950s? United States<br />

50s US Senator Joseph McCarthy famously asked "Are you now or have you ever been a<br />

member of the... " what?<br />

The 'Maquis' were part of the resistance movement of which country during World War Two? France<br />

Communist Party<br />

In World War Two history what type of military vehicle was the Bismarck? Battleship<br />

In 1936, the British monarch succeeded by Edward the Eighth was George the... which? Fifth<br />

For which political party was Winston Churchill first elected as an MP? Conservative<br />

Which UK monarch was the son of Edward the Seventh? George the Fifth<br />

Which Prime Minister of the 1960s and 70s was born in Huddersfield? Harold Wilson<br />

Which Prime Minister was MP for Caernarfon from 1890 to 1945? David Lloyd George<br />

Which jubilee was celebrated by Queen Elizabeth the Second in 1977? Silver<br />

The Silver Jubilee of which monarch was celebrated in Britain in 1977? Queen Elizabeth the Second<br />

In November 1997, which sort of wedding anniversary was celebrated by the Queen and Prince<br />

Philip?<br />

Golden<br />

In which decade did Nikita Khrushchev become Soviet Premier? 1950s<br />

During the term of which US president did the Bay of Pigs invasion take place? John F. Kennedy<br />

Which US black nationalist leader renounced his surname of 'Little' and was assassinated in<br />

1965?<br />

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Malcolm X


In September 2001, which member of the Royal family began a degree in History of Art at St<br />

Andrew's University?<br />

Which country did Francisco Franco govern from 1939 to 1975? Spain<br />

Prince William<br />

In October 2001 the Queen opened a farm shop on the edge of which royal estate? Windsor<br />

George the Sixth was King throughout which World War? Second World War<br />

In which year was Berlin reinstated as the capital city of re-unified Germany - 1980 or 1990? 1990<br />

In which World War was the Hindenburg Line built as a defence by the Germans? First World War<br />

In 1945 which event happened first - V.E. Day or V.J. Day? V.E. Day<br />

What 'N' was the first name of the Soviet leader Khrushchev? Nikita<br />

In 2001, which Asian nation held its first democratic elections after gaining independence from<br />

Indonesia?<br />

In 1960 what type of US spy plane was shot down over the Soviet Union - U2 or UB40? U2<br />

East Timor<br />

In which decade were female peers first allowed to sit in the House of Lords? 1950s<br />

What 'S' is the name of the Balkan City in which Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated in 1914? Sarajevo<br />

Which forename is used by US General Schwarzkopf, who gained the nickname 'Stormin' during<br />

the 1991 Gulf War?<br />

Norman<br />

In 1930, Amy Johnson became the first woman to fly solo from England to which country? Australia<br />

What 'M' was the name of the last dynasty of Chinese rulers before the Manchurian conquest? Ming<br />

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In UK history, the first military order of knights was known as 'The Order of the... what? Garter<br />

What 'W' was the Kingdom of the West Saxons in South West England whose capital was<br />

Winchester?<br />

What 'V' were the Scandinavian traders and pirates who attacked Britain and Ireland from the late<br />

Eighth century?<br />

Wessex<br />

Vikings<br />

Who was the first British captain to circumnavigate the globe? Sir Francis Drake<br />

Where is King Henry the Eighth buried - St George's Chapel or Westminster Cathedral? St George's Chapel<br />

In 1486 the end of which war was marked by the marriage of King Henry the Seventh and<br />

Elizabeth of York?<br />

Which political post did Gladstone, Disraeli and Palmerston all hold during the reign of Queen<br />

Victoria?<br />

In 1821, from which country did Peru achieve independence? Spain<br />

Wars of The Roses<br />

Prime Minister<br />

In the winter of 1812 Napoleon lost nearly half a million men during his retreat from which city? Moscow<br />

Which Australian colony was the first to be founded - Queensland or New South Wales? New South Wales<br />

The American state of Louisiana was named after the King of which country? France<br />

Which Anglo-Saxon King of England was known as 'The Great'? Alfred<br />

Which name was given to the written record of the <strong>10</strong>86 survey of England? Domesday Book<br />

The Communist Manifesto features the famous line "Workers of the world..." what? Unite<br />

Which famous animal refuge in South London was founded by Mary Tealby in 1860? Battersea Dogs' Home<br />

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Which Italian fascist leader fell from power in 1943? Mussolini<br />

In ancient Rome how many soldiers did a centurion command? One Hundred<br />

In which year during World War Two did Neville Chamberlain resign? 1940<br />

Which major Asian conflict took place between 1950 and 1953? Korean War<br />

Which King of England was the illegitimate son of Robert, Duke of Normandy? William the First<br />

Stane Street was the name of the Roman Road connecting Chichester with which other city? London<br />

In history William Cecil was chief advisor to which Tudor queen? Elizabeth the First<br />

In 1861 Victor Emmanuel became the first King of which European country? Italy<br />

How many banks of oars did an ancient Greek ship known as a 'Trireme' have on each side? Three<br />

A fortification with a mound and walled enclosure was known as a 'Motte and... what castle? Bailey<br />

In the which country did the revolutionary group known as the 'Sans-Culottes', play an important<br />

role?<br />

France<br />

In architecture, what type of fortress often features a 'drawbridge' and 'barbican'? Castle<br />

In which middle-eastern religious military campaign did Richard the Lionheart take part? Crusades<br />

In English history what was the first name of the King known as Bolingbroke, after his place of<br />

birth?<br />

Henry<br />

In British history what was the first name of the King nicknamed Rufus? William<br />

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Julius Caius Caesar was born in which year - one hundred B.C or one hundred A.D? One Hundred B.C<br />

The famous battle of <strong>10</strong>66 between the Normans and the Saxons is named after which South<br />

coast town?<br />

Somerville College Oxford and Newnham College Cambridge were both founded for students of<br />

which gender?<br />

What two-word name was given to a group of armed sailors who attempted to force men to join<br />

the Royal Navy?<br />

Hastings<br />

Female<br />

Press Gang<br />

The 'Stone of Scone' is the ancient coronation stone of which UK country? Scotland<br />

Which chain of stores founded in Rochdale gave shoppers a share of the profits in a 'Divvy'<br />

book?<br />

During the First World War feathers of which colour were distributed by those opposed to<br />

conscientious objectors?<br />

In 1841 which travel agent began his career by leasing a train to take temperance supporters on<br />

a day-trip?<br />

Co-operative Wholesale Society<br />

White<br />

Thomas Cook<br />

What is the gestation period of an elephant; 12 months or 22 months? 22 months<br />

What sort of creature is a turtle; a reptile or a mammal? Reptile<br />

Which animal is the hippopotamus more closely related to; the horse or the pig? Pig<br />

A katydid is what type of insect; a grasshopper or a spider? Grasshopper<br />

Cocker, springer and King Charles are all breeds of which dog? Spaniel<br />

What 'C' is small bird brought to Europe from the Canary Islands during the 15th Century? Canary<br />

Which of the following is a crustacean; an eel, a shrimp or an oyster? Shrimp<br />

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A cuttlefish is what type of animal; a mollusc or a crustacean? Mollusc<br />

In the animals, is the roadrunner a species of bird or reptile? Bird<br />

What 'D' do beavers construct to increase water depth around their habitat? Dam<br />

Is a pigeon a herbivore or an insectivore? Herbivore<br />

Which small marine fish swims upright and has a horse-shaped head? Seahorse<br />

Which is the only species of bear to inhabit the Arctic sea ice? Polar Bear<br />

Which popular show was founded by Charles Cruft in 1891? Crufts Dog Show<br />

What type of creature is a crane? Bird<br />

What type of reptile is a flying dragon? Lizard<br />

The first cats known to have been domesticated came from which country? Egypt<br />

What 'P' is the low vibrant sound made by a content cat? Purr<br />

In the animal kingdom, does a dormouse have a tail? Yes<br />

In the animals, whelks and winkles are marine types of which mollusc? Snail<br />

In the animals, what type of creature is an alsatian? Dog<br />

In the animals, what is a boxer? A Dog<br />

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In the animal kingdom, is an alpaca; a mammal or a reptile? Mammal<br />

In the animal kingdom, the American curl is a breed of which animal? Cat<br />

In the animals, the aardwolf is a carnivorous mammal closely related to which so-called laughing<br />

animal?<br />

In the animal kingdom, abalone are types of marine what? Snail<br />

Hyena<br />

What kind of reptile is an agama? Lizard<br />

In the animal kingdom, which black and white whale is also known as a grampus? Killer Whale<br />

In marine life, the terms cycloid and placoid refer to which part of a fish? Scales<br />

What F is the family of mammals to which cats belong? Felines<br />

Mandrill, gelada and colobus are all types of which animal? Monkey<br />

Sucker-footed, hog-nosed and leaf-chinned are all types of what animal? Bat<br />

Is the hippopotamus a carnivore or a herbivore? Herbivore<br />

What colour are the patches around the eyes of a giant panda? Black<br />

Which bird, called a grackle in India, is famed for being a mimic? Mynah<br />

What kind of animal is a kudu? Antelope<br />

In the animal kingdom, what type of creature is a bigmouth buffalo? Fish<br />

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Which bird flaps its wings faster than any other? Hummingbird<br />

In the animal kingdom, the Australian pelican has the longest what of any bird? Beak / Bill<br />

In the animal kingdom, a goby is the world's smallest what? Fish<br />

What type of animal is a rat tail; a fish, insect or rodent? Fish<br />

In the animal kingdom, what is the long, usually curved bone that extends from a vertebrate's<br />

spine to form a cage?<br />

In the animal kingdom, what C is a small, bushy-tailed rodent, found in the Andes of Bolivia? Chinchilla<br />

Frogs and which other amphibians are known as anurans? Toads<br />

Yes or no, in the animal kingdom, are all snakes poisonous? No<br />

In the animals, what is the smallest member of the monkey family? Marmoset<br />

Which type of monkey is known for its characteristic roar, which can be heard up to two miles<br />

away?<br />

In which country is Lake Baikal, home to the only freshwater seals in the world? Russia<br />

Rib<br />

Howler Monkey<br />

In the animals, by what name is a manta ray also known; an angel ray or devil ray? Devil Ray<br />

In the animal kingdom, what is a doberman pinscher? Dog<br />

In the animal kingdom, is a gnatcatcher; a bird or a reptile? Bird<br />

In the animal kingdom, what Q is the name for the prickles on a porcupine? Quills<br />

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In the animals, do chimpanzees have tails? No<br />

In the animal kingdom, chimpanzees are native to which continent? Africa<br />

How many legs does a centipede usually have on each segment of its body? Two<br />

In the animals kingdom, can chimpanzees go bald as they age? Yes<br />

In the animal kingdom, what D is the name given to a domesticated ass? Donkey<br />

What type of creature is a cottontail? Rabbit<br />

In the animal kingdom, the peafowl is another name for which member of the pheasant family? Peacock<br />

What M is the name given to a mature female horse? Mare<br />

In the animal kingdom, is an abalone a type of snail or a seabird? Snail<br />

In the animal kingdom, the monarch or milkweed is a species of which insect? Butterfly<br />

What name is given to the early stage of development of an animal after fertilisation of an ovum<br />

and before birth?<br />

In the animal kingdom, can an emu fly? No<br />

Embryo<br />

What name is given to the study of insects? Entomology<br />

In the animal kingdom, a mammal's ear consists of three parts, the inner, outer and what? The Middle<br />

In the animal kingdom, by what name is the European elk known in North America? Moose<br />

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In the animal kingdom, does the male or the female ostrich incubate the eggs? Male<br />

In the animal kingdom, do anteaters have teeth? No<br />

In the animal kingdom, do the eyes of lions have round or slit pupils? Round<br />

In the animals, the term ungulate refers to mammals with which particular bodily feature? Hooves<br />

Which type of deer was introduced into the Scottish Highlands in the 1950's? Reindeer<br />

In the animal kingdom, the bee, sword-billed and giant are all types of which nectar drinking bird? Hummingbird<br />

Bombus is the scientific name given to which insect? Bee<br />

In the animals, what A is the name of the heaviest living snake? Anaconda<br />

In the animals, what is the name of the only mammal that is capable of true flight? Bat<br />

Polar and grizzly are types of which large mammal? Bear<br />

Sulphur-crested, leadbeater's and galah are all types of which parrot? Cockatoo<br />

In the animal kingdom, what insect do the English commonly call Daddy-Long-Legs? Crane Fly<br />

In the animal kingdom, feathers, claws, hair and nails are all formed from which fibrous protein? Keratin<br />

What D is the name given to the fin found on a dolphins back? Dorsal<br />

In the animals, the firefly is from which family of Insects? Beetle<br />

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Halibut, plaice, flounder and sole are all members of which family of fish? Flatfish<br />

In the animal kingdom, what M is the name given to the legless larvae of a house fly? Maggot<br />

What G is the collective term for a group of geese not in flight? Gaggle<br />

In the animal kingdom, does a flea have wings? No<br />

In the animals, which large aquatic mammal was reportedly mistaken by Columbus for a<br />

mermaid?<br />

What name is given to a young otter? Pup<br />

Manatee<br />

Which species of rhinoceros is the largest; black or white? White<br />

In the animals, a murder is the name given to which group of birds? Crows<br />

In human biology, where would you find the auditory canal? In the Ear<br />

Which animal has the faster top speed; the lion or the zebra? Lion<br />

What H is a term for livestock farming or the breeding and care of farm animals? Husbandry<br />

What D is a type of horse bred to pull heavy weights? Draught<br />

What is the name given to dominant male gorillas because of the greying hair on their backs? Silverback<br />

What is the biggest species of cat native to the Americas; the jaguar or the lynx? Jaguar<br />

Of the egg-laying mammals, which is the only one that can produce poison? Platypus<br />

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What 'T' is a large mammal related to the horse, which has an elongated snout forming a flexible<br />

trunk?<br />

In the animal kingdom, what W is a type of large seal with two tusks? Walrus<br />

What kind of animal is a chow chow? Dog<br />

Is a chub an animal or a plant? Animal<br />

In the animal kingdom, is a swift a type of bird or fish? Bird<br />

What type of animal is a basset? Dog / hound<br />

To which family does the badger belong; weasel or dog? Weasel family<br />

In the animal kingdom, can weasel's swim? Yes<br />

What kind of creatures are bee-eaters? Birds<br />

In the animal kingdom, what 'B' are the largest rodents in the Northern Hemisphere? Beavers<br />

What F was the surname of the American zoologist Dian, who devoted much of her life to the<br />

study of gorillas?<br />

In the animal kingdom, do sharks continuously replace their teeth? Yes<br />

In the animal kingdom, what is the general name given to female adult whales? Cows<br />

What F are long-legged birds, famed for their pink-tinged plumage, that live entirely by filter<br />

feeding?<br />

In the animal kingdom, how many eggs does a flamingo usually lay each year; one or six? One<br />

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Tapir<br />

Fossey<br />

Flamingos


How many legs does a millipede have in each segment of its body? Four<br />

Which member of the cat family can sprint at up to 70 miles an hour? Cheetah<br />

What S is a large wading bird, with a long neck, said to deliver new-born babies? Stork<br />

In the animal kingdom, which is larger the African or Indian elephant? African<br />

In the animal kingdom, do hares live in burrows or nests? Nests<br />

In the animals, the chamois and the Ibex are breeds of what? Goat<br />

In the animal kingdom, the kestrel is a species of which bird of prey? Falcon<br />

What is the meaning of the Aboriginal word koala; no water or small bear? No Water<br />

In the animal kingdom, is a seal an amphibian or mammal? Mammal<br />

In the animal kingdom, does the sea lion have external ears? Yes<br />

What S is a woolly farm animal, the Male of Whichis called a ram? Sheep<br />

What F is the woolly coat of a sheep? Fleece<br />

What term is used to describe the transformation from tadpole to frog? Metamorphosis<br />

In the animal kingdom, does a moth have one or two pairs of wings? Two<br />

What T is the most common species of owl found in Britain? Tawny<br />

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Which H is a species of gull associated with coastal areas and rubbish tips? Herring<br />

In the animal kingdom, which is smaller; the weasel or the stoat? Weasel<br />

What is the largest mammal native to the UK; the red deer or the fallow deer? Red Deer<br />

Which species of kangaroo is the largest living marsupial; red or grey? Red<br />

Which family does the Australian koala belong; bears or marsupials? Marsupials<br />

After a koala is born, where on its mother's body is it carried? Pouch<br />

In the animal kingdom, what name is given to a young koala? Joey<br />

In the animals kingdom, after the tiger, what is the second largest of the big cats? Lion<br />

What M is the name given to the long hair found on the head and shoulders of a male lion? Mane<br />

The comic strip character Fred Bassett was based on what breed of dog? Bassett Hound<br />

The sloth, spectacled and sun are all species of which large mammal? Bear<br />

Which P is an endangered mammal that almost exclusively eats Bamboo? Panda<br />

Which mammal is known as the Large Cat Bear in China? Panda<br />

What M is the name given to a dog of mixed breed? Mongrel<br />

In the animals kingdom, what is the name given to a group of dolphins? Pod<br />

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What name is given to a baby dolphin; a calf or a pup? Calf<br />

In the animal kingdom, the jackrabbit is a species of what; rabbit or hare? Hare<br />

What O is an edible mollusc that is known to produce pearls? Oyster<br />

What C is a strong cord made from animal intestines and used to string musical instruments? Catgut<br />

What C is a collective term used to describe a herd of domesticated cows? Cattle<br />

What L are blood-sucking insects which have eggs known as nits? Lice / Louse<br />

In the animal kingdom, what W is a common stinging insect with a black and yellow striped body? Wasp<br />

What K is an Australian bird known for its laughing song? Kookaburra<br />

In the animal kingdom, what F is a tail-less jumping amphibian with long legs? Frog<br />

What A is the name of a South-American mammal, closely related to the llama? Alpaca<br />

Which dog-like mammal is best known for its cry, which has been compared to hysterical human<br />

laughter?<br />

What sort of animal is a barbel; a monkey or a fish? Fish<br />

In the animal kingdom, on which substance do bedbugs feed? Blood<br />

What S is the art of making three-dimensional figures or designs from materials such as wood,<br />

plaster, stone or metal?<br />

Hyena<br />

Sculpture<br />

In which country did the art of paper folding, known as origami, originate? Japan<br />

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In art, were Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci both right handed or left handed? Left Handed<br />

What error did the New York museum of Modern Art commit when displaying Henri Matisse's 'Le<br />

Bateau'?<br />

What is the name of the large bronze statue of Apollo Which reputedly stood in Rhodes in the<br />

Third Century BC?<br />

What S is the early 20th century art movement associated with Andre Masson, Paul Delvaux and<br />

Joan Miro?<br />

Hung it upside down<br />

The Colossus<br />

Surrealism<br />

In which US city is the Whitney Museum of American Art? New York<br />

In which American city is the John Paul Getty museum; New York, Chicago or Los Angeles? Los Angeles<br />

Does Pollock's Museum in Central London mainly exhibit toys, clothes or furniture? Toys<br />

Which UK country was the painter Thomas Gainsborough born? England<br />

In art, which type of hat features in several paintings by the surrealist Rene Magrittet? Bowler Hat<br />

The artist Breughel painted a depiction of the fall of which mythical Greek character? Icarus<br />

Which artist painted 'The Laughing Cavalier'? Frans Hals<br />

Which Flemish artist was an assistant to Rubens from about 1618 to 1621? Van Dyck<br />

Which 18th Century English Engraver and Painter is known for his satirical scenes, including 'The<br />

Rake's Progress'?<br />

William Hogarth<br />

Which British impressionist artist famous for his paintings of music hall Interiors died in 1942? Walter Sickert<br />

Who painted 'Sunday afternoon on the island of La Grande Jatte'? Georges Seurat<br />

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In art, what P is the name given to the technique of painting with small dabs rather than long<br />

brushstrokes?<br />

In art, what A is a term given to art produced by native Australians from pre-history to the present<br />

day?<br />

Pointillism<br />

Aboriginal Art<br />

Which London art college was originally called the Government School of Design in 1837? Royal College of Art<br />

The French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was famous for what in particular; his posters or his<br />

photography?<br />

What G is the name given to drawings or writings casually scratched into walls or similar<br />

surfaces?<br />

Which famous art museum in London, founded in 1852 as the Museum of Manufacturers,<br />

contains the Silver Galleries?<br />

In art, what relation was the Welsh painter Gwen John to Augustus John? Sister<br />

Posters<br />

Graffiti<br />

In art, do painters use a maulstick or a drumstick to support the hand holding the brush? Maulstick<br />

In which country of the British Isles was the landscape painter John Constable born? England<br />

In which decade was the Arts Council of Great Britain founded? 1940's<br />

Which R is an art movement that flourished in the late 18th and early 19th Centuries? Romanticism<br />

Was the London Royal College of Art founded in the 18th or 19th Century? 19th<br />

In art, what S is a rough drawing or painting that is done quickly without concern for detail? Sketch<br />

What was the nationality of cubist artist Georges Braque? French<br />

In art, what was the nationality of painter Paul Cezanne? French<br />

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Victoria and Albert Museum


What is the name of the famous cartoon making duo who created 'Scooby Doo' and 'The<br />

Flintstones'?<br />

What V is the name of an adult comic, first produced in Newcastle in 1979 and features the<br />

character Sid the Sexist?<br />

Which Viking comic strip character was created by Dik Browne and has appeared in newspapers<br />

since 1973?<br />

Hanna - Barbera<br />

Viz<br />

Hagar The Horrible<br />

Who created the comic strip character 'Flash Gordon' in 1934; Alex Raymond or Sam J Jones? Alex Raymond<br />

Which fruit-powered superhero was first seen in 'The Nutty' comic book? Bananaman<br />

Which cartoonist was voted Cartoonist of the Twentieth Century for his 50 years of work in The<br />

Express newspaper?<br />

Carl Giles<br />

The Scottish architect and interior designer Robert Adam worked in which century? Eighteenth<br />

Laughing Self Portrait' and 'Old Woman Praying' are paintings by which Dutch artist, born in<br />

1606?<br />

Rembrandt<br />

In London, St Paul's Cathedral is connected to which art gallery by the Millennium Footbridge? Tate Modern<br />

Which Irish dramatist is quoted to have said 'Art never expresses anything but itself'? Oscar Wilde<br />

In which European country was the artist Leonardo da Vinci born? Italy<br />

In art, is Leonardo Da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' painted on canvas or directly onto the wall? Onto the Wall<br />

Which famous sculptor and painter designed the Medici Chapel in Florence? Michelangelo<br />

In what is Venus standing in Sandro Botticelli's painting 'The Birth of Venus'? A Shell<br />

The performance artists who won the 1986 Turner Prize are known as 'Gilbert and ,,,' who? George<br />

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Carl Andre's sculpture 'Equivalent Eight', controversially acquired by the Tate Gallery, was<br />

constructed from what?<br />

Which Dutch artist's 'Portrait of a Lady' sold for 19.8 million pounds at Christie's in December<br />

2000?<br />

Bricks<br />

Rembrandt<br />

Leonardo da Vinci was appointed court painter to which country's King; France, Belgium or Italy ? France<br />

Which famous Russian ballet company originated from classes given at a Moscow orphanage in<br />

1773?<br />

Bolshoi Ballet<br />

In art, which Spanish surrealist painter was born in 1904 and died in 1989? Salvador Dali<br />

Which artist is best known for his detailed paintings of Venetian canals? Giovanni Antonio Canaletto<br />

Which Bloomsbury group painter was the sister of Virginia Woolf? Vanessa Bell<br />

In what type of geometric design is a tessera found? Mosaic<br />

The Mistress of Auguste Rodin, Gwen John, was the sister of which British painter? Augustus John<br />

In which city is the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art? Edinburgh<br />

Who drew the comic-strip character Andy Capp; Reg Smythe or Reg Dwight? Reg Smythe<br />

In what comic did Spiderman make his first appearance in 1962; Amazing Fantasy or Action<br />

Comics?<br />

Amazing Fantasy<br />

The animated Beatles film released in 1968 was called 'Yellow... what? Yellow Submarine<br />

Which pasta dish is the favourite food of the comic strip cat Garfield? Lasagne<br />

What M is a type of sculpture that has suspended elements, or is itself suspended, so that it may<br />

move?<br />

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Mobile


Engineering drawings and architectural plans are known as what B? Blueprints<br />

What term is applied to moving art, driven by atmospheric forces or by motors or magnets? Kinetic Art<br />

In art, which P is used as a method of representing spatial awareness and depth on a flat<br />

surface?<br />

Perspective<br />

Which London museum houses the National Art Library? Victoria and Albert Museum<br />

In ancient Greece, were Kouroi standing statues of male or female nudes? Male<br />

In art, did writing parchment originally come from an animal or a plant? Animal<br />

An American abstract expressionist artist, who painted 'Autumn Rhythm' and 'Lavender Mist',<br />

Jackson who...?<br />

Pollock<br />

Which V is a resinous transparent solution that solidifies into a protective glossy coating? Varnish<br />

What F was a short-lived artistic movement led by French artist Henri Matisse? Foevism<br />

In art, is a stupa a Buddhist religious monument or an ancient Egyptian picture frame? Buddhist Religious Monument<br />

What nationality was the sculptor and painter Alexander Calder? American<br />

What H is the surname of David, one of the leaders of the British Pop Art movement in the<br />

1960s?<br />

Hockney<br />

What B is a painting implement usually consisting of flexible fibres set in a handle? Brush<br />

In art, what nationality was Edgar Degas; French or Belgian? French<br />

Who painted the work 'Olympia' in 1863; Manet or Monet? Manet<br />

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In art, rounds, mops and flats are all types of which tool? Brushes<br />

In art, what C is a coloured writing implement, often made of wax or chalk? Crayon<br />

What C is used for writing and drawing on blackboards? Chalk<br />

Which Spanish painter was quoted as saying 'I Paint Objects as I Think them, Not as I See<br />

them'?<br />

Picasso<br />

Which famous Italian artist drew designs for early versions of cranes, tanks and helicopters? Leonardo Da Vinci<br />

What name is Leonardo Da Vinci's mysterious portrait of the wife of Francesco del Giocondo<br />

better known?<br />

In which country was artist Michelangelo born? Italy<br />

From which Testament of the Bible were Michelangelo's scenes on the ceiling of the Sistine<br />

Chapel taken?<br />

In art, is tempera a paint mixed with egg or oil? Egg<br />

What was the first name of the artist Gauguin? Paul<br />

Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, the designer of Bankside Power Station, also designed the Anglican<br />

Cathedral in which city?<br />

Mona Lisa<br />

Old Testament<br />

Liverpool<br />

With which field of art would you most associate Alberto Giacometti and Sir Jacob Epstein? Sculpture<br />

With which profession would you most associate Sir Charles Barry and Sir John Vanbrugh? Architecture<br />

Which art prize was won by the German photographer Wolfgang Tillmans in November 2000? Turner Prize<br />

In art, the rustic scenery of what county was John Crome's inspiration; Somerset, Norfolk or<br />

Lancashire?<br />

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Norfolk


In art, the first Faberge jewelled Easter egg was commissioned in 1884 by the Imperial Court of<br />

which country?<br />

Russia<br />

Which London Institution of Art was founded in 1768? The Royal Academy<br />

What was the name of the dog that found the missing Football World Cup in 1966? Pickles<br />

By which nickname was Alfred the King of Wessex known? Alfred the Great<br />

Which superhero sidekick first appeared in a Batman comic strip in 1940? Robin<br />

Which female super heroine first appeared in 1941 in 'All Star Comics'? Wonder Woman<br />

Which superhero has a girlfriend called Lois Lane? Superman<br />

In the comic 'The Beano', Cuthbert Cringeworthy is the class swot in which school? Bash Street<br />

The Rococo artistic style first emerged in which European country? France<br />

What 'I' is a coloured liquid used for writing, drawing and printing? Ink<br />

Which London art gallery houses Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers'? National Gallery<br />

Which Manchester-born artist painted 'Coming from the Mill' in 1930? Lowry<br />

Which famous American statue depicts a woman carrying a flaming torch? Statue of Liberty<br />

Which controversial English artist won the Turner Prize in 1995? Damien Hirst<br />

Which famous arts complex in Paris houses the French National Museum of Modern Art? The Pompidou Centre<br />

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What architectural style is the Empire State Building in New York? Art Deco<br />

What is the nationality of the artist Jasper Johns, born in 1930? American<br />

Which famous English furniture designer wrote 'The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director' in<br />

1754?<br />

Thomas Chippendale<br />

In which century did the Impressionist movement begin in France? Nineteenth<br />

In 1955, the Annigoni Portrait of whom, drew record-breaking crowds to the Royal Academy? The Queen<br />

What 'C' is the name of the artist famous for wrapping buildings and areas of landscape in fabric? Christo<br />

Which family of art galleries operates on several sites across Britain, including Liverpool and St<br />

Ives?<br />

The full name of the New York Art Gallery known as MOMA is The Museum of... what? Modern Art<br />

What function did the building now known as the Tate Modern once serve? Power station<br />

What 'S' is the surname of a British advertising mogul born in Iraq and a prominent modern art<br />

collector?<br />

Tate<br />

Saatchi<br />

Which French artist is known for his many paintings of the people of Tahiti? Gaugin<br />

Which Dutch artist once committed himself to an asylum and died from a self-inflicted bullet<br />

wound?<br />

In Biology. What is the name of the largest Artery in the Human Body? Aorta<br />

In the human body What part of the skeleton protects the lungs? Ribs<br />

In the 17th century, physician William Harvey introduced his theory about the circulation of What<br />

in the Human Body?<br />

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Van Gogh<br />

Blood


In medicine, are antibiotics normally used to treat viral or bacterial infections? Bacterial<br />

Which knock-out football competition was founded during the 1870s by Charles William Alcock? FA Cup<br />

In tennis, how many players are on court during a doubles match? Four<br />

In tennis, in which year did Jana Novotna win the Wimbledon Ladies' Singles Title, 1988 or 1998? 1998<br />

With which sport is Carnoustie in Scotland associated? Golf<br />

In cricket, which country did Richie Benaud represent at international level? Australia<br />

In sport, which county cricket club is based in the city of Manchester? Lancashire<br />

In cricket, the record-breaking batsman, born in Trinidad in 1969, is Brian who? Lara<br />

Which sport have the Waugh brothers played at international level? Cricket<br />

In football, for which country did Dino Zoff play at international level? Italy<br />

In football, in which position did Neville Southall play during his professional career? Goalkeeper<br />

In football, Hampden Park is a stadium in which country of the UK? Scotland<br />

In sport, Michael Owen began his professional career with which football club? Liverpool<br />

In rugby union, which country did England defeat in the first match of the Six Nations Tournament<br />

in 2001?<br />

In Formula One, Mika Hakkinen and which Scottish driver raced for McLaren, in the 2001<br />

season?<br />

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Wales<br />

David Coulthard


In motor racing, what is the name of the track side area where emergency repairs can take<br />

place?<br />

What is the name given to a race in which horses carry different weights in order to make it a<br />

more equal contest?<br />

In horse racing, what is the name for an investigation that takes place to check no wrong doing<br />

occurred?<br />

In snooker, after all the reds are off the table, which colour ball worth two points must be potted<br />

next?<br />

Pits<br />

Handicap<br />

Stewards Enquiry<br />

Yellow<br />

What is the full first name of famous basketball player Shaq O'Neal? Shaquille<br />

In football, which former Liverpool Player became the first man to win <strong>10</strong>0 caps for Scotland in<br />

1986?<br />

In football, Ian Wright has played in FA Cup finals for Crystal Palace and which north London<br />

club?<br />

In sport, how many more players are there in a rugby union side than a rugby league side? Two<br />

Kenny Dalglish<br />

Arsenal<br />

In football, which London club won the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1998? Chelsea<br />

In sport, football clubs from which country won the European Cup every year between 1977 and<br />

1982?<br />

England<br />

In sport, which Spanish football club won the Champions League in 1998 and 2000? Real Madrid<br />

In snooker, which colour ball has a value of seven points when potted? Black<br />

In horse racing, in which country is the 'Prix De L'Arc de Triomphe' contested annually? France<br />

England footballers Gary and Phil Neville have a sister called Tracey who represents England at<br />

which sport?<br />

Netball<br />

In football, who replaced Graham Taylor as England coach in 1994? Terry Venables<br />

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Which Spanish football club has ben coached by former England managers Terry Venables and<br />

Bobby Robson?<br />

Barcelona<br />

In sport, for which North London football club did Gary Lineker play in the 1991 FA Cup Final? Tottenham Hotspur<br />

In football, with which club did George Best begin his professional career? Manchester United<br />

In which country of the UK was former snooker world champion Steve Davis born? England<br />

In sport, which famous British boxer is nicknamed the 'Prince'? Naseem Hamed<br />

In cricket, which international team is known as the 'Windies'? West Indies<br />

In rugby union, which country play their home internationals at Murrayfield? Scotland<br />

In tennis, which country has Andre Agassi represented in the Davis Cup? US<br />

In rugby, what is the name given to the kick for goal that follows a try? Conversion<br />

In rugby, in which direction can players not pass the ball? Forward<br />

In cricket, which former England captain is nicknamed 'Athers'? Michael Atherton<br />

In sport, which British-born World Heavyweight boxing champion lost to Oliver McCall in 1994? Lennox Lewis<br />

In boxing, to what did Cassius Clay change his name in 1964? Muhammad Ali<br />

In boxing, which famous Heavyweight Champion was stripped of his title in 1967, for refusing to<br />

join the US Army?<br />

In American football, what is the name of the area beyond the goal line, in which a touchdown is<br />

scored?<br />

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Muhammad Ali<br />

End Zone


In football, what is the name for the horizontal beam which forms the top of a goal? Crossbar<br />

In sport, excluding substitutes, how many players are there in a test cricket team? Eleven<br />

In which sport is a 'Bull' worth 50 points? Darts<br />

What name is given to an Oxford or Cambridge student who represents the university at a sport? A Blue<br />

In football, which country hosted the 1966 World Cup? England<br />

In snooker, which country of the UK did the 1998 World Champion John Higgins represent? Scotland<br />

In sport, which country's cricket team famously wears baggy green hats? Australia<br />

In sport, what 'P' is the name for the building that houses the dressing rooms at a cricket ground? Pavilion<br />

In sport, in which country are the Headingly and Edgbaston cricket grounds? England<br />

In cricket, for which country have Jonty Rhodes and Alan Donald played? South Africa<br />

In rugby, Australia play against which nearby country for the 'Bledsoe Cup'? New Zealand<br />

In rugby union, Jannie De Beer scored a record 5 drop goals against which country in the 1999<br />

World Cup?<br />

In which sport are there positions called props' and 'locks'? rugby<br />

With which sport would you associate Ben Crenshaw and Fred Couples? Golf<br />

England<br />

In sport, what is the name for the practice bouts, in which boxers fight by way of training? Sparring<br />

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In tennis, what is the next point won after 'deuce' called? Advantage<br />

In which skiing event do competitors zig zag downhill through a series of markers? Slalom<br />

With which sport would you associate Heinz Harald Frentzen? Formula One<br />

In tennis, which country do the famous Williams sisters represent? United States<br />

After receiving a sports personality award, who said, "I had a great time boxing, I enjoyed it, and I<br />

might come back"?<br />

Muhammad Ali<br />

In motor racing, who won the Australian Grand Prix in March 2001? Michael Schumacher<br />

In which former Olympic sport were Argentina the last gold medallists, polo or rugby union? Polo<br />

In sport, which surname links the famous footballers Andy, Ashley and Joe? Cole<br />

In football, at which stadium in Cardiff was the Worthington Cup final played in February 2001? Millennium Stadium<br />

In sport, who beat Arnaud Clement to win the men's singles at the Australian Open tennis<br />

championship in 2001?<br />

Andre Agassi<br />

In 1998, which Liverpool Striker became the youngest player to win an England Cap since 1881? Michael Owen<br />

In football, with which London club did Jimmy Greaves begin his professional career? Chelsea<br />

In American football, which team won the 2001 Super Bowl, the Baltimore Ravens or the New<br />

York Jets?<br />

In which sport do you have 'fly halves' and 'hookers'? rugby<br />

At which sport did Socrates represent Brazil? Football<br />

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Baltimore Ravens


Which athlete, who won an Olympic Bronze medal, went on to present the TV show 'Record<br />

Breakers'?<br />

Kriss Akabusi<br />

In horse racing, in 1956, 'Devon Loch' fell on the run-in to which annual event? Grand National<br />

In football, with which London club did Bobby Moore begin his professional career? West Ham United<br />

In which English city is Headingly cricket ground? Leeds<br />

In England, at which sport do the top teams compete in the 'Zurich Premiership'? rugby union<br />

At which sport do the Harlequins and Newcastle Falcons compete? rugby union<br />

In boxing, which British former World Heavy-Weight Champion retired in 1996? Frank Bruno<br />

Which British boxer suffered defeats in world title fights against Tim Witherspoon, Mike Tyson<br />

and Lennox Lewis?<br />

Frank Bruno<br />

Which British boxer's 1987 biography is called 'Know What I Mean'? Frank Bruno<br />

In boxing, Frank Bruno twice fought which US fighter for the WBC Heavyweight Championship? Mike Tyson<br />

In sport, which country does Marcus Trescothick represent at cricket? England<br />

In the 2001 Six Nations rugby Tournament, which country beat Scotland by a record 43 to 3<br />

scoreline?<br />

England<br />

How many lions appear on the emblem of the England cricket team's jumpers? Three<br />

In cricket, which team captain from TV's 'They Think It's All Over', scored over 8000 runs for<br />

England?<br />

David Gower<br />

Which US sport is commonly played at Yankee Stadium in New York? Baseball<br />

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In sport, which professional football club is known as the 'Rams'? Derby<br />

In athletics, which country does 400 metres runner Cathy Freeman represent? Australia<br />

In athletics, at which event did Maurice Greene become Olympic Champion and World Record<br />

Holder?<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 Metres<br />

Which French motor Racing world champion was nicknamed 'The Professor'? Alain Prost<br />

In football, which Spanish club did England International, Steve McManaman join in 1999? Real Madrid<br />

In football, which country do Roberto Carlos and Ronaldo represent? Brazil<br />

In which sport was Louise Latimer the British No. 1 in the year 2000? Tennis<br />

At which sport were Jo Durie and Annabel Croft both British number ones during the 1980s? Tennis<br />

In sport, which famous boxer an Olympic gold medal in 1960? Muhammad Ali<br />

In sport, which country's football team is known as the 'Socceroos'? Australia<br />

Which former footballer, now an actor, owned a greyhound called 'Smoking Bullet'? Vinnie Jones<br />

In sport, the father of which famous golfer wrote a coaching guide called 'Training a Tiger'? Tiger Woods<br />

Which UK team did not compete in the 1999/2000 FA Cup Tournament as they were playing in<br />

the World Club Championships?<br />

In professional English football, how many leagues are there above the Third Division? Three<br />

In English football, how many leagues are there above the Second Division? Two<br />

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Manchester United


In English football how many leagues are there above the First Division? One<br />

In Scottish football, how many leagues are there above the Third Division? Three<br />

In Scottish football, how many leagues are there above the Second Division? Two<br />

In Scottish football, how many leagues are there above the First Division? One<br />

In football, Marseille is a team in the domestic league of which European country? France<br />

In football, Lyon is a team in the domestic league of which European country? France<br />

In football, Paris Saint Germain is a team in the domestic league of which European country? France<br />

In football, Nantes is a team in the domestic league of which European country? France<br />

In football, Bayern Munich is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Germany<br />

In football, Hertha Berlin is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Germany<br />

In football, Borussia Dortmund is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Germany<br />

In football, Munich 1860 is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Germany<br />

In football, Stuttgart is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Germany<br />

In football, AC Milan is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Italy<br />

In sport, Fiorentina is a football team, in the domestic league of which European country? Italy<br />

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In football, Parma is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Italy<br />

In football, Roma is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Italy<br />

In football, Bologna is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Italy<br />

In football, Sparta Rotterdam is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Netherlands<br />

In football, Lisbon is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Portugal<br />

In football, Spartak Moscow is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Russia<br />

In football, Dinamo Moscow is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Russia<br />

In football, Barcelona is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Spain<br />

In football, Real Madrid is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Spain<br />

In football, Valencia is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Spain<br />

In football, Atletico Bilbao is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Spain<br />

In football, Athletico Madrid is a team in the domestic league of which European country? Spain<br />

Which sport is regulated by the IAAF? Athletics<br />

In professional boxing, which is heavier, a bantamweight or a super bantamweight? Super Bantamweight<br />

In professional boxing, which is heavier, a Super Bantamweight or a Super Featherweight? Super Featherweight<br />

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In professional boxing, which is heavier, a Super Featherweight or a Lightweight? Lightweight<br />

In professional boxing, which is heavier, a Super Welterweight or a Middleweight? Middleweight<br />

In professional boxing, which is heavier, a Super Middleweight or a Light Heavyweight? Light-Heavyweight<br />

In which athletics event do competitors attempt to clear a high cross bar with the aid of a pole? Pole Vault<br />

In athletics, what is the name of the 3000m event, in which competitors leap over water jumps<br />

and hurdles?<br />

In sport, which equestrian event involves a series of tests involving complicated moves and<br />

halts?<br />

Steeplechase<br />

Dressage<br />

Which sporting term comes from the Greek word 'Athlos', meaning 'a contest'? Athletics<br />

According to boxing rules, it is illegal to punch below the what? Belt<br />

Which North London football club has a cockerel standing on a ball as its crest? Tottenham Hotspur<br />

For which London club did Lawrie Sanchez score a surprise winning goal in the 1988 FA Cup<br />

Final against Liverpool?<br />

Wimbledon<br />

In sport, what is the name of the indoor game based on tennis, played with small solid bats? Table Tennis<br />

In sport, what is the common name for the stringed bats, used in games such as tennis and<br />

badminton?<br />

Racquet<br />

In sport, which English football club did Kevin Keegan join from Hamburg in 1980? Southampton<br />

In sport, for what do the initials RFU stand? rugby Football union<br />

In sport, which country of the UK have Lawrence Dallaglio and Rory Underwood represented at<br />

rugby union?<br />

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England


In rugby union, what is the name of the touring team selected to represent the UK countries? Lions<br />

In sport, which Las Vegas born tennis star won the 2001 Australian Open? Andre Agassi<br />

In tennis, which country does Martina Hingis represent? Switzerland<br />

Which US women's tennis player won the Australian Open in 2000 without losing a set? Lindsay Davenport<br />

In sport, which US tennis player beat Martina Hingis to win her first Grand Slam Title at the 2001<br />

Australian Open?<br />

Jennifer Capriati<br />

In sport, who was the highest ranked British tennis player at the end of the year 2000? Tim Henman<br />

Which team captain on the TV show 'They Think It's All Over' captained England at cricket 32<br />

times?<br />

In sport, which famous London cricket ground is owned by the MCC? Lords<br />

In cricket, what is the name for a period of six consecutive balls by the same bowler? Over<br />

David Gower<br />

In cricket, what is the name for the line or rope which marks where the field of play ends? Boundary<br />

In cricket, which bird's name means a batsman is out without scoring any runs? Duck<br />

In American sport, which famous baseball player was nicknamed the 'Bambino'? Babe Ruth<br />

Which famous Swedish tennis player won the Wimbledon title 5 times in a row from 1976 and<br />

1980?<br />

Bjorn Borg<br />

In sport, which pieces of boxing equipment were originally known as 'mufflers'? Gloves<br />

Which sport is also known as 'pugilism'? Boxing<br />

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In which US sport do you score 'touchdowns' and 'field goals'? American Football<br />

In which sport can you score a 'basket'? Basketball<br />

In which US sport can you score from the 'free throw line'? Basketball<br />

In sport, what 'R' is the playing area called in ice hockey? Rink<br />

In sport, Clive Woodward took over as coach of which nation's rugby union team in 1997? England<br />

With which East Midlands football club did Gary Lineker begin his professional career? Leicester<br />

In football, which former Arsenal goalkeeper embarked on a career presenting TV sport in the<br />

1970s?<br />

In athletics, for which country did Carl Lewis win nine Olympic Gold Medals? US<br />

Bob Wilson<br />

In sport, which British Athlete won the 1992 Olympic <strong>10</strong>0m Gold Medal? Linford Christie<br />

In sport, which US sprinter won the Olympic <strong>10</strong>0 metres Gold Medal in 1984 and 1988? Carl Lewis<br />

Which British woman athlete won the Olympic 400m Hurdles Gold Medal in Barcelona in 1992? Sally Gunnell<br />

Which famous British Heavyweight boxer was knighted by the Queen in February 2000? Henry Cooper<br />

Which famous US Heavyweight boxer released an album in 1963 entitled 'I am the Greatest'? Muhammad Ali<br />

Of which Olympic sport is 'Greco-Roman' a category? Wrestling<br />

In sport, the Harlem Globetrotters are a basketball team from which country? US<br />

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In sport, a regulation basketball hoop stands at what height, ten feet or fifteen feet? Ten Feet<br />

In snooker, what is the normal points value of the red ball? One<br />

In sport, the football club Queens Park is based in which Scottish city? Glasgow<br />

In football, who succeeded Don Revie as Leeds United manager in 1974? Brian Clough<br />

In sport, Audley Harrison won which medal for super heavyweight boxing during the 2000<br />

Olympics?<br />

In sport, which English football league team has the nickname 'Spurs'? Tottenham Hotspur<br />

In football, Brighton and Hove Albion take their nickname from which type of bird? Seagull<br />

Which sporting event was first held in Athens in 1896? Olympic Games<br />

In sailing, what 'S' is the name given to a person in charge of a ship or boat? Skipper<br />

In football, Tottenham Hotspur are based in which city? London<br />

In football, which London Premiership team's ground is in Highbury? Arsenal<br />

In which sport would you find spikes, blocks and a starting pistol? Athletics/Running/Sprinting<br />

With which sport would you associate Sean Kerly and Russell Garcia? Hockey<br />

In football, which Scandinavian country did England play in Sven Goran Eriksson's first World<br />

Cup Qualifier in 2001?<br />

Gold<br />

Finland<br />

In cricket, which country lost to India in March 2001 to end a run of 16 consecutive test victories? Australia<br />

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In sport, in which country of the UK was golfer Lee Westwood born? England<br />

In which country of the UK was golfer Colin Montgomerie born? Scotland<br />

In football, which team defeated Birmingham in the 2001 Worthington Cup Final? Liverpool<br />

What is the name of the character played by Hugh Grant in the film, 'Bridget Jones's Diary'? Daniel Cleaver<br />

Queen Alexandra was the wife of which British king? Edward VII<br />

In Formula One, which German driver won the first two Grand Prix's of the 2001 season? Michael Schumacher<br />

Which 'Doctor Who' actor played Rasputin in the film 'Nicholas and Alexandra'? Tom Baker<br />

Which English cathedral has three spires known as 'the ladies of the Vale'? Lichfield<br />

With which sport do you associate Pat Rafter? Tennis<br />

Who played Seth Gecko in the 1995 film 'From Dusk to Dawn'? George Clooney<br />

Which king ruled England from 1135 to 1154? Stephen<br />

Which tennis tournament did Pete Sampras win for the seventh time in the year 2000? Wimbledon<br />

Who played Bond girl, Domino, in the 1983 film 'Never Say Never Again'? Kim Basinger<br />

Macao was a colony of which country until it was handed back to China in December 1999? Portugal<br />

At which football ground did England play their March 2001 World Cup qualifier against Finland? Anfield<br />

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Who co-starred with Sean Connery in the 1968 film 'Shalako'? Brigitte Bardot<br />

A tonsorialist is concerned with looking after which part of the body? Hair<br />

In football, in March 2001, which Scottish club won the CIS Insurance Cup against Kilmarnock? Celtic<br />

Who directed the cult 1969 film 'Easy Rider'? Dennis Hopper<br />

Which part of the body is examined with an otoscope? Ears<br />

How many pockets are there on a standard pool table? Six<br />

Who played agent WD40 in the film 'Spy Hard'? Leslie Nielsen<br />

Which of the following bones is in the leg? Tibia<br />

In which sport are there categories called Lightweight Double-Sculls and Lightweight Quad-<br />

Sculls?<br />

Rowing<br />

Who directed the 2000 film, 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon'? Ang Lee<br />

What is the name of the dark pigment found in skin and hair? Melanin<br />

What is the nationality of the Formula One driver Rubens Barrichello? Brazilian<br />

Who starred as Lenny Bruce in the 1974 film 'Lenny'? Dustin Hoffman<br />

What is the medical term for an enlargement of the thyroid gland? Goitre<br />

In which sport is all or part of the playing field called 'The Diamond'? Baseball<br />

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Cuba Gooding Jr won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his part in which 1996 Tom Cruise film? Jerry Maguire<br />

Which medical specialist performs postmortems? Pathologist<br />

What nationality is the Formula One racing driver Mika Hakkinen? Finnish<br />

Which country singer's life was dramatized in the 1985 film 'Sweet Dreams'? Patsy Cline<br />

Nick Leeson was the trader whose unsupervised dealings helped bring down which bank? Baring's<br />

How many innings make up a standard game of baseball, nine or eleven? Nine<br />

Who played the title role in the 1963 film 'Tom Jones'? Albert Finney<br />

What, in Roman numerals, is the result of dividing 'D' by 'X'? L<br />

In golf which is a better score, an eagle or an albatross? Albatross<br />

Who played Doug Roberts, the architect of 'The Towering Inferno'? Paul Newman<br />

What is the sixth letter of the Greek alphabet? Zeta<br />

Is 'My World' the autobiography of footballer David Beckham or Ryan Giggs? David Beckham<br />

Who wrote the script for the film 'The French Lieutenant's Woman'? Harold Pinter<br />

In poetic use, Hibernia is the Roman name for which country? Ireland<br />

In tennis, what is the nationality of former Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez? Spanish<br />

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Who won a Best Actress Oscar for her role as a smothering mother in the film 'Terms Of<br />

Endearment'?<br />

In the song 'Waltzing Matilda', what is a jumbuck? Sheep<br />

Shirley MacLaine<br />

Kempton Park is well known as a venue for which sport? Horse racing<br />

Who played Fletcher Christian in the 1962 film version of 'Mutiny On The Bounty'? Marlon Brando<br />

What is formed in the process known as ossification? Bone<br />

Which football club moved from Plough Lane to Selhurst Park after the end of the 1990-1991<br />

season?<br />

Wimbledon<br />

Who provided the voice of Captain John Smith in the film 'Pocahontas'? Mel Gibson<br />

For what purpose would an Egyptian or Indian use a shaduf? To raise water<br />

On which river did the rowing events in the 1900 Paris Olympics take place? Seine<br />

Which director directed the 1986 film 'Blue Velvet'? David Lynch<br />

The word tattoo, meaning a skin decoration, comes from which language? Tahitian<br />

In which European country would you be if you were watching a football game at the San Siro<br />

stadium?<br />

Which singer played the title role in the 1980 film 'McVicar'? Roger Daltrey<br />

In the United States, a sawbuck is slang for which denomination bill? Ten dollar<br />

The 'baggies' is one of the nicknames of which Midlands football club, Aston Villa or West<br />

Bromwich Albion?<br />

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Italy<br />

West Bromwich Albion


Who played Buster Edwards' wife, June, in the 1988 film 'Buster'? Julie Walters<br />

A Penang lawyer is a type of what? Walking stick<br />

Which word can describe both a football match between two teams from the same area and a<br />

famous horse race?<br />

Who played Eric Idle's fellow nun in the 1990 film 'Nuns On The Run'? Robbie Coltrane<br />

Derby<br />

An epithalamion is a poem written to celebrate what occasion? Marriage<br />

In which year did pop singer Elvis Presley die? 1977<br />

Which 'EastEnders' actress played Miss Willing in the film 'Carry On Matron'? Wendy Richard<br />

Whose 'Ashes' tells of the author Frank McCourt's upbringing in Ireland? Angela's<br />

The finale of The Proms takes place in which London building? Royal Albert Hall<br />

Who starred as a corrupt Los Angeles cop Dennis Peck in the 1990 film 'Internal Affairs'? Richard Gere<br />

In the stories by P L Travers, what is Mary Poppins's occupation? Nanny<br />

The real name of 'Ringo Starr' is 'Richard... what? Starkey<br />

Who won an Music Oscar for 'Let The River Run', the theme song from the film 'Working Girl'? Carly Simon<br />

Published in 1953, 'Casino Royale', was the first novel to feature which secret agent? James Bond<br />

In 2000 Hillary Clinton was elected to the US Senate to represent which State? New York<br />

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Which outlaw was played by Paul Newman in the film 'The Left-Handed Gun'? Billy The Kid<br />

To whom does the ghost of Jacob Marley appear in Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'? Ebenezer Scrooge<br />

Joan and Jackie Collins are what relation to each other? Sisters<br />

The theme song to which James Bond film was performed by 'A-Ha'? The Living Daylights<br />

In children's literature, whose arch enemy is Draco Malfoy? Harry Potter<br />

Which TV cartoon series features the characters 'Cartman' and 'Kenny'? South Park<br />

What was the name of cowboy star Roy Rogers' horse? Trigger<br />

Who, in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', is the Queen of the Fairies? Titania<br />

The TV presenters 'Ant' and 'Dec' met while on the set of which children's drama series? Byker Grove<br />

Who played the title role in the 1991 film 'Bugsy'? Warren Beatty<br />

In Roald Dahl's story, who owned the chocolate factory toured by Charlie Buckett? Willy Wonka<br />

Which member of the royal family was given her first corgi dog on her 18th birthday? The Queen<br />

What was the name of the space ship in the film 'Alien'? Nostromo<br />

In which novel by Jane Austen does Elizabeth Bennet marry Mr Darcy? Pride and Prejudice<br />

In 2001, broadcasts of 'EastEnders' increased from three to how many nights a week? Four<br />

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Who played Gertrude to Mel Gibson's 'Hamlet' in the 1990 film version? Glenn Close<br />

Who wrote the novel 'Brighton Rock', later made into a film? Graham Greene<br />

What was the original nationality of tennis player Martina Navratilova? Czechoslovakian<br />

Who wrote the screenplay for the 1961 film 'The Misfits'? Arthur Miller<br />

In Shakespeare's tragedy, 'Hamlet' is the prince of which country? Denmark<br />

The singer Madonna had what surname at birth? Ciccone<br />

Which scientist did Walter Matthau play in the film 'IQ'? Albert Einstein<br />

What completes the title of beat author Jack Kerouac's novel 'On the ...'? Road<br />

What was the surname shared by Nicole and Natalie, the sisters in 'All Saints'? Appleton<br />

Who starred as a miner turned professional rugby player in the 1963 film 'This Sporting Life'? Richard Harris<br />

Samuel Taylor were the forenames of which poet? Coleridge<br />

In which decade was the broadcaster Terry Wogan born? 1930s<br />

Who wrote, directed and starred in the 2000 comedy film 'Small Time Crooks'? Woody Allen<br />

Who wrote the horror novel 'Carrie'? Stephen King<br />

The daughter of 'Spice Girl' Mel B shares her name with which mythical creature? Phoenix<br />

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Who starred in the title role as a New York policeman in the 1973 film 'Serpico'? Al Pacino<br />

In Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book', what is the name of the boy raised by wolves? Mowgli<br />

Which <strong>BBC</strong> radio station was the first to broadcast nationally 24 hours a day? Radio 2<br />

Which sport did Edward Lewis take Vivian Ward to watch in the 1990 film 'Pretty Woman'? Polo<br />

What was Emma's surname in the novel by Jane Austen? Woodhouse<br />

Which musical features the character 'Daddy Warbucks'? Annie<br />

Who directed the film 'A Man For All Seasons'? Fred Zinnemann<br />

Who wrote the poem 'To A Mouse' in 1786? Robert Burns<br />

Which pop singer was the biggest selling female solo artist of the 1990s? Mariah Carey<br />

What type of jungle provided the title of a 1950 John Huston film? Asphalt<br />

In which year were the Nobel Prizes first awarded? 1901<br />

Viscount David Linley is a trained designer of what - furniture or gardens? Furniture<br />

Complete the title of the 2000 film starring RenÃée Zellweger, 'Nurse ..' what? Betty<br />

In the song 'Waltzing Matilda', what is a coolabah? Tree<br />

In which English city was 'The Police' singer Sting born in 1951? Newcastle upon Tyne<br />

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Who played the title role in the 2000 film 'The Grinch'? Jim Carrey<br />

In the nursery rhyme, where was the pieman that Simple Simon met going to? The fair<br />

Two members of which Irish pop group own 'The Clarence' Hotel in Dublin? U2<br />

In which James Bond film was the title role played by Maud Adams? Octopussy<br />

Whose First Symphony is known as the Spring symphony? Schumann<br />

Which US singer was married to Barbara Marx, Mia Farrow and Ava Gardner? Frank Sinatra<br />

In which film did Robert De Niro play the role of Max Cady? Cape Fear<br />

Who wrote the music for the ballet 'Giselle'? Adam<br />

Which child star was propelled to fame after appearing in 'Home Alone' in 1990? Macaulay Culkin<br />

Who or what was Betty in the 1984 film 'A Private Function'? Pig<br />

What was the specialist instrument of big band leader, Harry James? Trumpet<br />

What was the stage name singer and film comedian George Hoy Booth? George Formby<br />

The 1973 film 'Catch My Soul' was a rock musical version of which Shakespeare play? Othello<br />

The song 'People Will Say We're in love' comes from which musical? Oklahoma!<br />

Which present-day cookery writer and presenter acted in the 1966 film 'Alfie'? Jane Asher<br />

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Who starred as Lindy Chamberlain, the woman in the dingo baby case, in the film 'A Cry In The<br />

Dark'?<br />

Meryl Streep<br />

In the Max Bygraves 1958 song, where did the tulips come from? Amsterdam<br />

What is the surname of the American chat show host known as 'Oprah'? Winfrey<br />

Who directed the 1999 film 'Fight Club'? David Fincher<br />

According to the title of Rossini's opera, which city did the barber Figaro come from? Seville<br />

Which ex-member of 'Take That' published a book called 'Somebody, Someday'? Robbie Williams<br />

Starring Will Smith in the title role, which sport was the subject of the 2000 film 'The Legend of<br />

Bagger Vance'?<br />

Amadeus was the middle name of which composer? Mozart<br />

Which actress was the second wife of Laurence Olivier? Vivien Leigh<br />

Who directed the 2000 film 'Almost Famous'? Cameron Crowe<br />

James Galway is a virtuoso on which instrument? Flute<br />

What is the stage name of the pop singer Richard Hall? Moby<br />

Who played Ophelia in Kenneth Branagh's 1996 film version of the film 'Hamlet'? Kate Winslet<br />

Which composer was Mia Farrow's second husband? AndrÃé Previn<br />

The signature tune of which comedy duo was 'Bring Me Sunshine'? Morecambe and Wise<br />

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What is added to bacardi to make a Cuba Libre? Coca cola<br />

Who composed the music for the opera 'The Thieving Magpie' in 1817? Rossini<br />

Which Egyptian actor is one of the world's leading bridge players? Omar Sharif<br />

Bedfordshire Champion and Express Yellow are leading varieties of which vegetable? Onion<br />

According to Noel Coward's song, who along with "Englishmen go out in the midday sun"? Mad dogs<br />

Which author wrote the original 'James Bond' books? Ian Fleming<br />

What on an Italian menu is prosciutto? Ham<br />

The song 'A Wandering Minstrel I' comes from which Gilbert and Sullivan opera? The Mikado<br />

What is the name of the spoof presenter played by comedian Steve Coogan? Alan Partridge<br />

Zuppa inglese is an Italian type of which dessert? Trifle<br />

George Grove published a dictionary on which subject in the 1880s? Music<br />

Sophie Grigson is known for her role as what - a newsreader or chef? Chef<br />

Which roast meat has a crisp, brown rind known as crackling? Pork<br />

Who recorded the hit album 'Soprano In Red'? Lesley Garrett<br />

In which country was the film director Ingmar Bergman born? Sweden<br />

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Which is the largest city in the state of Louisiana? New Orleans<br />

The song 'Tea For Two' comes from which 1925 Broadway musical? No, No Nanette!<br />

The catchphrase of which comedian is "That's a cracker"? Frank Carson<br />

The Pont-Neuf, or New Bridge is, in spite of its name, the oldest bridge over which river? Seine<br />

Who composed the opera The Cunning Little Vixen? Janacek<br />

Which star was the mother of actress Liza Minnelli? Judy Garland<br />

Libreville is the capital of which African country? Gabon<br />

Joe Fagin had a top ten hit with 'That's Livin' Alright' in 1984 which was the theme song from<br />

which TV series?<br />

Auf Wiedersehen Pet<br />

Which of the five original Spice Girls called her autobiography 'If Only?' Geri Halliwell<br />

Which is the only Australian state that has a land border with no other state? Tasmania<br />

Brian May was the guitarist with which rock group? Queen<br />

With which rock band does the father of actress Liv Tyler sing? Aerosmith<br />

In which country are the cities of Salzburg and Innsbruck? Austria<br />

With which group was Sting the lead singer until he embarked on a solo career? The Police<br />

Who was the father of the broadcasters David and Jonathan Dimbleby? Richard Dimbleby<br />

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Opened in 1883, in which city is the Metropolitan Opera House? New York<br />

Country singer Johnny Cash was known as the Man in ... what? Black<br />

Which famous actress was married to Jason Robards and Humphrey Bogart? Lauren Bacall<br />

The railway up which mountain starts in the village of Llanberis? Snowdon<br />

Which rock band topped the UK album charts in 1971 with 'Sticky Fingers'? Rolling Stones<br />

Who was the father of the singer Natalie Cole? Nat 'King' Cole<br />

Mount Everest stands on the border of the Tibet region of China and which other country? Nepal<br />

Heather Small was the vocalist with which band before going solo? M people<br />

In which profession is Nicky Clarke a celebrity name? Hairdressing<br />

Which natural wonder do tourists visit on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia? Victoria Falls<br />

Which band's third album, 'Nobody Else', entered the charts at number one in May 1995? Take That<br />

What is the first name of the singer and actor Bon Jovi? Jon<br />

Which is the second largest state in the USA? Texas<br />

Which band made the 1972 chart-topping album 'Bolan Boogie'? T Rrex<br />

The singer Lulu was married to a member of which band? The Bee Gees<br />

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Fuerteventura, a popular holiday destination, is in which island group? Canaries<br />

What is the real name of Bono, lead singer with 'U2'? Paul Hewson<br />

Zoe Ball co-presented the programme 'Live and Kicking' With 'Jamie... ' who? Theakston<br />

What is the capital of the Canadian province of British Columbia? Victoria<br />

Who wrote the theme song for the 1981 film, 'Endless Love'? Lionel Richie<br />

In which European capital city is the singer Jim Morrisson buried? Paris<br />

MahÃé is the largest island in which group? Seychelles<br />

Which material was 'Blue' for Bobby Vinton and 'Black' for Alannah Myles in the charts in 1990? Velvet<br />

Before forming the group 'The Police' Sting qualified and worked in which profession? Teaching<br />

What is the capital of the Australian state of Tasmania? Hobart<br />

Later to have a successful solo career, who was lead vocalist with the group the 'Jam'? Paul Weller<br />

Which former US first lady founded a clinic for drug and alcohol addiction? Betty Ford<br />

The resort of Gümbet is on the coast of which country? Turkey<br />

Who was told to 'Hit The Road' in the title of a Ray Charles 1961 top ten hit? Jack<br />

Which 1996 Oscar-winning film starred Ralph Fiennes and Kristin Scott Thomas? The English Patient<br />

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The Italian city of Carrara is particularly famous for what? Marble<br />

Which 'army' gave 'Elvis Costello and the Attractions' their biggest UK chart hit, reaching number<br />

in 1979?<br />

Oliver's<br />

What is the surname of the family of actors that includes Lynn, Corin and Vanessa? Redgrave<br />

Which two countries are linked by the Brenner Pass? Austria and Italy<br />

What did Musical Youth want passed in the title of their 1982 UK number one single? The Dutchie<br />

Joseph Keaton was better known by which nickname? Buster<br />

Madison is the capital of which state in the USA? Wisconsin<br />

According to the title of his 1996 To ten hit, Michael Jackson was a 'Stranger' in which city? Moscow<br />

Which David, born in 1938 is an established British fashion photographer and film-maker? David Bailey<br />

Which city is the capital of Sri Lanka? Colombo<br />

Which group took their name from a character in Harper Lee's novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird'? Boo Radleys<br />

Which American actress did the actor Antonio Banderas marry in may 1996? Melanie Griffith<br />

In which US state would you find Naples, St Augustine and Tampa? Florida<br />

What was the title of Michael Jackson's first 1982 UK number one album? Thriller<br />

One of the founders of the National Viewers and Listeners Association is Mary... who? Whitehouse<br />

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What is the state capital of New York? Albany<br />

Which Motown artist was backed by a group called the 'Vandellas'? Martha Reeves<br />

Which broadcasting organisation was 75 years old in 1997? <strong>BBC</strong><br />

Opened in 1985 by Prince Andrew, Mount Pleasant Airport serves which islands? Falklands<br />

What was the name of Billy J Kramer's backing group? The Dakotas<br />

Television comic Bernie Clifton is famous for appearing in costume as the rider of which bird? Ostrich<br />

Bonifacio is the southernmost town on which Mediterranean island? Corsica<br />

Which song in 1959 gave Cliff Richard his first UK number one single? Living Doll<br />

What is the Christian name of the first son of Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones? Dylan<br />

Jackson is the capital of which US state? Mississippi<br />

What was the name of Huey Lewis's backing group? The News<br />

In which city is the musical 'The Phantom of the Opera' set? Paris<br />

Ostia is the ancient port of which city? Rome<br />

Which Irish band's first UK top twenty chart single was 'Linger' in 1994? The Cranberries<br />

In show business who was the first mother-in-law of pop star Michael Jackson? Priscilla Presley<br />

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Richmond is the capital of US state? Virginia<br />

In their 1979 UK top ten hit single, where did 'Supertramp' have breakfast? In America<br />

In 1994, which pop singer did Lisa Marie Presley marry in the Dominican Republic? Michael Jackson<br />

The Dom is, at 4545 metre, the highest mountain entirely in which European country? Switzerland<br />

Which singer had a UK number five hit single in 1980 with 'Babooshka'? Kate Bush<br />

What relation is the Duke of York to Prince William? Uncle<br />

Cuzco in Peru was the capital of which empire? Inca<br />

Which group's first chart entry was 'Wild Thing' in 1966? Troggs<br />

Roger Bannister was a student of which subject at Oxford when he became the first person to run<br />

the sub-4 minute mile?<br />

Medicine<br />

What is the capital of the war-torn republic of Chechnya? Grozny<br />

R Kelly's hit song 'I Believe I Can Fly' featured in which 1997 film? Space Jam<br />

Bentine, Sellers, Milligan and Secombe were the surnames of which quartet? The Goons<br />

Las Ramblas is the old part of which Spanish city? Barcelona<br />

'Planet Earth' was the first top twenty UK single for which group? Duran Duran<br />

In the autumn of 2001, Chelsea Clinton began a post-graduate course at which University? Oxford<br />

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Port Moresby is the capital of which state in the Pacific Ocean? Papua New Guinea<br />

Which group had a UK number two hit in 1970 with the single 'All Right Now'? Free<br />

What is the full first name of TV presenter 'Dec' of 'Ant and Dec' fame? Declan<br />

In which river are the Thousand Islands? St Lawrence<br />

Which city gave 'Ultravox' their first top ten hit single? Vienna<br />

The psycho-analyst who developed the terms 'Id', 'Ego', and Super-ego' was 'Sigmund... who'? Freud<br />

The highest mountain in New Zealand is named after which explorer? Cook<br />

Which colour river gave the group, 'Christie', a UK number one hit single in 1970? Yellow<br />

In which north African country was the businessman Mohamed Al Fayed born? Egypt<br />

Algeria has a north-western border with which African country? Morocco<br />

What is the nationality of the singer Alanis Morissette? Canadian<br />

According to the list given in Matthew's gospel chapter <strong>10</strong>, how many disciples did Jesus have? 12<br />

Which city is the state capital of California? Sacramento<br />

In 1972, what was Alice Cooper's only UK number one hit single in Britain? School's Out<br />

What 'I' is the name of the Scottish island on which St Columba founded a monastery in the 6th<br />

Century?<br />

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Iona


Maputo is the capital of which African country? Mozambique<br />

Which group had a UK number one album in 1980 with 'Duke'? Genesis<br />

In which present day country did Judaism originate? Israel<br />

Since 1974 Dodoma has been the designated capital of which African country? Tanzania<br />

What was the title of Peters and Lee's only UK number one single? Welcome Home<br />

The Indian province of Punjab is the historic homeland of which religion? Sikhism<br />

What is the official unit of currency in Liechtenstein? Swiss franc<br />

Which heavy metal band reached number two in UK singles charts in 1970 with 'Black Night'? Deep Purple<br />

What 'E' is derived from the Greek word meaning 'To Exit or Go Out'? Exodus<br />

Which island would be your holiday destination if you landed at Luqa airport? Malta<br />

Which group reached number one in the UK album charts in 2001 with 'The Invisible Band'? Travis<br />

What 'A' refers to someone who believes that it is impossible to know whether or not there is a<br />

God?<br />

Agnosticism<br />

The resort area of Lake Tahoe lies in Nevada and which other American state? California<br />

In the 1975 Paul Simon song, how many ways did he say there were to 'leave your lover'? 50<br />

Which rank of Roman Catholic clergymen receive a red hat and gold ring on their appointment to<br />

office?<br />

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Cardinal


In which US state is the city of San Jose? California<br />

Who had their biggest UK hit single with 'Go Wild In The Country' in 1982? Bow Wow Wow<br />

In which continent did the religious practice of 'Voodoo' originate? Africa<br />

Bastia was formerly the capital of which Mediterranean island? Corsica<br />

Who sang with 'U2' on the 1989 single' When Love Comes To Town'? B B King<br />

The majority of Christians believe which day of the week to be holy day? Sunday<br />

Which European country's second largest city is Tampere? Finland<br />

Who had a UK number one album with 'Out Of Time' in 1991? REM<br />

On which date of the year is Christmas celebrated by the Western Church? 25th December<br />

Which major Australian city stands on the Parramatta river? Sydney<br />

Which song by 'Yazz and The Plastic Population' reached number one in the UK singles charts in<br />

1988?<br />

According to Luke's Gospel, which religious figure expecting her first child, travelled from<br />

Nazareth to Bethlehem?<br />

The 2001 film, 'Black Hawk Down', centred on an American military operation in which African<br />

country in 1993?<br />

The Only Way is Up<br />

Virgin Mary<br />

Somalia<br />

Where were 'Dire Straits' 'twisting' in the top twenty UK single in 1983? By The Pool<br />

According to the Bible, what 'I' was the name of a group of people who spent 40 Years in the<br />

wilderness?<br />

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Israelites


Which town, the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, is the principal town of Corsica? Ajaccio<br />

Who had a number two UK hit single in 1989 with 'Batdance'? Prince<br />

According to the Bible, God appeared to Moses amidst a 'burning... what? Bush<br />

Which is Italy's longest river? Po<br />

Who had a UK hit single in 1962 with 'It Might As Well Rain Until September'? Carole King<br />

The name given to the fragments of religious texts that were discovered from 1947 is the 'Dead<br />

Sea... 'what?<br />

Scrolls<br />

Which country's principal port is Chittagong? Bangladesh<br />

What nationality is chart-topping singer 'Whigfield'? Danish<br />

In the New Testament which religious figure is believed to be the son of God? Jesus of Nazareth<br />

Which Greek island has Argostoli as its principal port and capital? Cephalonia<br />

Who had a UK number two hit single with in 1956 with 'Green Door'? Frankie Vaughan<br />

According to the New Testament, which figure married the Virgin Mary? Joseph<br />

What is the capital of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia? Halifax<br />

In 1965, what was the 'Hollies' first UK number one hit single? I'm Alive<br />

Castel Gandolfo is best known as the summer residence of which religious leader? The Pope<br />

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The Kalahari desert occupies most of which African country? Botswana<br />

Which group had the original hit with 'Poison Ivy' in 1959? Coasters<br />

The Archbishop of Canterbury between 1980 and 1991 was 'Robert ... who? Runcie<br />

Vientiane is the capital of which Asian country? Laos<br />

Whose cover version of Billy Joel's 'Uptown Girl' reached number one in the UK singles charts in<br />

March 2001?<br />

Bishopthorpe Palace is the official residence of the Archbishop of which city? York<br />

Westlife<br />

In which Canadian province is Banff National Park? Alberta<br />

Who had a UK number four hit single in 1987 with 'The Great Pretender'? Freddie Mercury<br />

In which religion is 'Holi' an important annual festival? Hinduism<br />

Of which US state is Salem the capital? Oregon<br />

Which celestial body has a moon known as Charon that was discovered in 1978? Pluto<br />

What 'T' is the collective name of the Jewish book of teachings and laws? Torah<br />

What is the unit of currency in New Zealand? New Zealand dollar<br />

The femur is the medical term for which bone? Thigh bone<br />

St Patrick is the patron saint of which European country? Ireland<br />

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Canonized in 1920, who was burnt at the stake on May 30th 1431? Joan of Arc<br />

In the field of nuclear reactors, what does the 'P' stand for in the abbreviation 'PWR'? Pressurised<br />

Which official title derives from the Hebrew word for 'My Master'? Rabbi<br />

What did American politician Henry Kissinger say 'is the great aphrodisiac'? Power<br />

How many millimetres are there in a decimetre? <strong>10</strong>0<br />

In tantric Hinduism, the human body has how many main Chakras? Seven<br />

Which branch of biology is specifically concerned with the study of animals? Zoology<br />

Which Italian astronomer discovered the moons of Jupiter in 16<strong>10</strong>? Galilei<br />

In which place of worship would a Lectern, Font, Pulpit and Altar be found? Church<br />

Which girl's name can be applied to a female donkey or a wren? Jenny<br />

Haematite is the most important ore of which metal? Iron<br />

In which region of India is the Golden Temple situated - Punjab or West Bengal? Punjab<br />

How was Georges Remi, the creator of 'Tin Tin', better known? HergÃé<br />

What name is given to the scientific discipline concerned with the study of earthquakes? Seismology<br />

Guru Nanak' was born in which country? India<br />

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Who wrote the novel 'Lady Chatterley's Lover'? D H Lawrence<br />

In astronomy, a parsec is a unit of what? Distance<br />

In the Islamic religion the 'Hijra' is the name for Mohammed's journey to Medina from which<br />

Saudi Arabian city?<br />

Mecca<br />

Who had a UK number four hit single in 1985 with the title track from his album 'Suddenly'? Billy Ocean<br />

What is the popular name for nacre? Mother-of-pearl<br />

In the New Testament, according to Matthew, Judas received 30 pieces of what in return for<br />

betraying Jesus?<br />

Which group's only top ten single 'Shattered Dreams' reached number five in the UK charts in<br />

1988?<br />

What colour is the semi-precious stone malachite? Green<br />

Jesus fed the '5000' with five loaves and two... what? Fishes<br />

Which group had a 1992 number one album with 'Automatic For The People'? REM<br />

Also known as Prussic acid, what is the common name of the poison that can be obtained from<br />

the oil of the bitter almond<br />

Silver<br />

Johnny Hates Jazz<br />

Cyanide<br />

Jesus fed the '5000' with two fish and five...what? Loaves<br />

Which group had a hit in 1989 with 'I Don't Want A Lover'? Texas<br />

In measurement, which prefix denotes one billionth? Nano<br />

According to St Luke, when Jesus was born in Bethlehem Mary wrapped him in swaddling<br />

clothes and laid him in a..what?<br />

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Manger


What was the title of the 'Eagles' only British top ten hit single? Hotel California<br />

Known as the father of the H-bomb, in which country was the physicist Edward Teller born? Hungary<br />

In the book of Exodus, Egypt suffered 'Ten devastating... what? Plagues<br />

Which duo had hit UK singles with the songs 'Suburbia' and 'Rent' in the 1980s? Pet Shop Boys<br />

In which year did Albert Einstein die? 1955<br />

What was the name of the son of Abraham, whom God ordered to be sacrificed? Isaac<br />

Which Shakespearean couple provided a top ten UK hit for Dire Straits in 1981? Romeo and Juliet<br />

The five brightest stars of the constellation, Cassiopeia, form the shape of which letter of the<br />

alphabat?<br />

The baby Moses was found in what sort of receptacle among the bulrushes on the Nile? Basket<br />

Who had a UK number three hit single in 1984 with 'Time After Time'? Cyndi Lauper<br />

Which metal can be hallmarked with an orb? Platinum<br />

Which animal tempted Eve to eat the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden? Snake<br />

Which all-girl group had released the album 'Always and Forever' in 1993? Eternal<br />

Naiad and Nereid are satellites of which planet? Neptune<br />

What 'G' is the collective name for the books by Matthew, Mark, Luke and John? Gospel<br />

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W


Which Motown group released the hit album 'Reach Out' in 1967? Four Tops<br />

What is the chemical symbol for the element plutonium? Pu<br />

According to the book of Genesis, on which day did God 'rest' - 6th day or 7th day? 7th day<br />

'Sign O' The Times' was the title song of whose 1987 bestselling album? Prince<br />

An isohel is a line on a map joining points of equal amounts of what? Sunshine<br />

Which religious figure was laid in a manger in Bethlehem? Jesus Christ<br />

Which French artist made the top ten in 1992 with 'Be My Baby'? Vanessa Paradis<br />

Millefiori ornaments are made from which material? Glass<br />

In the year 391AD, what became the official religion of the Roman Empire? Christianity<br />

Whose second solo album reached number three in the UK charts with 'Wild Wood' in 1993? Paul Weller<br />

Which element has the chemical symbol Hg? Mercury<br />

In the UK, for what does the abbreviation C of E stand? Church of England<br />

What type of 'Love' gave the 'Supremes' a 1971 UK hit single? Stoned<br />

In judo, which colour belt is worn by beginners? White<br />

In which religion is the Eucharist a central act of worship - Christianity or Judaism? Christianity<br />

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Which country singer duetted with Elton John on the 1999 UK hit single 'Written In The Stars'? Leanne Rimes<br />

Who owned Dunfermline, winner of the Oaks and the St Leger in 1977? The Queen<br />

What 'V' is a Church of England priest in pastoral charge of a Parish? Vicar<br />

Whose first solo album released in 1993 was called 'Debut'? Bjork<br />

What would be the sport of someone described as a pugilist? Boxing<br />

According to the New Testament, which angel said to Mary 'Behold. Thou shall conceive in thy<br />

womb'?<br />

Who sang with 'Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds' on the 1995 UK hit single 'Where The Wild<br />

Roses Grow'?<br />

Gabriel<br />

Kylie Minogue<br />

Which tennis player's nickname was Pistol Pete? Pete Sampras<br />

What 'A' was the name of the man whom God made on the final day of creation? Adam<br />

With which song did 'Fairground Attraction' have a UK number one hit single in the charts in<br />

1988?<br />

Perfect<br />

Which wood are cricket bats traditionally made from? Willow<br />

Whom did Cardinal Cormac Murphy O'Connor succeed as the Archbishop of Westminster? Cardinal Basil Hume<br />

Which singer and songwriter had his first UK hit in 1970 with 'Cracklin' Rosie'? Neil Diamond<br />

Which horse named after a mountain won the 1980 Grand National? Ben Nevis<br />

In the Christian calendar, what sort of feast is Easter - movable or immovable? Movable<br />

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Which 'radio station' provided 'Queen' with a 1984 number two hit?<br />

How many players are there in a baseball team? Nine<br />

In the Christian calendar, what sort of feast is Christmas - movable or immovable? Immovable<br />

Which of these is the title of a 1997 Bob Dylan album? Time Out Of Mind<br />

In which city were the 1980 summer Olympics held? Moscow<br />

In Chinese philosophy, what is the complementary force to Yang? Yin<br />

Who had a top ten in 1989 with 'Pump Up The Jam'? Technotronic<br />

What is the real first name of former cricket umpire Dickie Bird? Harold<br />

In which religion is the Guru Granth Sahib regarded as the holy book? Sikhism<br />

Madonna's 1986 number one UK hit single 'Papa Don't Preach' came from which album? True Blue<br />

'Dazzler' is the autobiography of which England cricketer? Darren Gough<br />

According to the Bible, what was the name of the woman created from Adam's rib? Eve<br />

Which singer had a number four hit with 'Get Here' in the 1991 UK singles charts? Oleta Adams<br />

Which golfer is nicknamed the Walrus? Craig Stadler<br />

At which festival is Matzos, made of unleavened bread, symbolically eaten? Passover<br />

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Which rock group's album 'Hysteria' reached number one in the UK album charts in 1987? Def Leppard<br />

The Canucks ice hockey team come from which Canadian city? Vancouver<br />

The 19th century philanthropists 'The Cadbury Family' were members of which religious society? Quakers<br />

Which group had a UK number one album in 2001 with 'Reveal'? REM<br />

Where in Scotland is Scone Palace Park racecourse? Perth<br />

Which famous patron saint is commemorated on 17th March? St Patrick<br />

Which group's biggest hit single was 'All Together Now' which reached number four in the UK<br />

charts in 1990?<br />

Pianist and entertainer Victor Borge was born in which country? Denmark<br />

What 'R' is the name given to the process of a soul being reborn in another body? Reincarnation<br />

What is the first forename of Sir Paul McCartney? James<br />

Malvolio is a character in which Shakespeare play? Twelfth Night<br />

Which 2 Letter word is the most sacred syllable in Hinduism and is regularly intoned during<br />

prayer and meditation?<br />

In 1970, with which song did Mungo Jerry top the UK singles charts for the first time? In The Summertime<br />

The song 'Younger Than Springtime' comes from which musical? South Pacific<br />

With which Christian denomination is Ampleforth College and Abbey most closely associated? Roman Catholicism<br />

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Farm<br />

Om


Which rock band had their last UK top ten single with 'Love Is Like Oxygen' in 1978? Sweet<br />

The dance, the csárdás originated in which country? Hungary<br />

What 'B' is the collective name for the Christian scriptures of Old and New Testaments? Bible<br />

Who backed Sam the Sham on his 1965 UK hit single 'Wooly Bully'? The Pharaohs<br />

Chandler Bing is a character in which TV series? Friends<br />

The word 'Salaam' is a greeting used chiefly by followers of which religion? Islam<br />

Who recorded the album 'Highway 61 Revisited' in 1965? Bob Dylan<br />

How is Lawrence Tureaud, who played B A Baracus in 'The A-Team', better known? Mr T<br />

The Mormon faith was founded in which US State - New York or California? New York<br />

Dolores O'Riordan was the lead singer with which band? The Cranberries<br />

Which cartoon character owned a dog called Pluto? Mickey Mouse<br />

A Papal Bull is an official letter from whom? The Pope<br />

With which James Bond theme song did 'Guns 'N' Roses' have a top five hit in 1991? Live And Let Die<br />

Who played Chief Inspector Morse on TV? John Thaw<br />

According to the Jewish and Christian faiths, how many commandments were received by Moses<br />

on Mount Sinai?<br />

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Ten


What was the title of Fleetwood Mac's only UK number one single in 1968? Albatross<br />

Psychiatrist Frasier Crane first appeared in which TV series? Cheers<br />

What 'J' is the name of the city where the holy site of the Temple Mount is situated? Jerusalem<br />

Which band had a UK number one album with 'In Utero' in 1993? Nirvana<br />

On children's TV, Troy Tempest captained which craft? Stingray<br />

According to the letter of St Paul to Timothy "The love of... what... is the root of all evil"? Money<br />

Whose version of 'No Woman No Cry' reached number two in the UK singles charts in 1996? The Fugees<br />

Who played Margo Leadbetter in the TV series 'The Good Life'? Penelope Keith<br />

In 1991, who succeeded Dr Robert Runcie as Archbishop of Canterbury? George Carey<br />

What were the numbers of Bob Dylan's 1966 UK hit single 'Rainy Day Women'? Nos 12 and 35<br />

Who played Mrs Pauline Mole in the TV series 'The Growing Pains of Adrian Mole'? Lulu<br />

According to the New Testament, who was the mother of Jesus? Mary<br />

Who did Tina Turner duet with up with on the 1985 UK hit single 'It's Only Love'? Bryan Adams<br />

What was the name of the bear who appeared in 'The Muppet Show'? Fozzie<br />

The Vatican palace is the residence of which religious leader? The Pope<br />

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What was the title of Madonna's first British top ten single in 1984? Holiday<br />

In the TV sitcom 'Only Fools And Horses', what was the name of Rodney's wife? Cassandra<br />

The Pope is the head of which Christian denomination? Roman Catholicism<br />

Which group performed the title music for the TV series 'The Liver Birds'? Scaffold<br />

What is the name of the local pub in the TV series 'Heartbeat'? Aidensfield Arms<br />

In the Rastafarian faith, which of the following is a forbidden food - plantain or pork? Pork<br />

'Take That' had a 1996 number one hit single with 'How Deep is Your Love', a cover version of<br />

whose 1977 hit single?<br />

Bee Gees<br />

Whose TV roles include Henry Ramsay in 'Neighbours' and Grant Mitchell in 'Home And Away'? Craig McLachlan<br />

In which religion are Lent, Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday observed - Islam or Christianity? Christianity<br />

Which girl's name gave Wayne Fontana his biggest solo hit in 1966? Pamela<br />

Which character did John Thaw play in 'The Sweeney'? Regan<br />

Polytheism means a belief in more than one... what? God<br />

Which group backed Harold Melvin on his 1973 UK hit single 'If You Don't Know Me By Now'? Bluenotes<br />

William G Stewart was the question-master on which TV quiz show? 15 to 1<br />

A 'Monotheist' believes in how many Gods? One<br />

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'Blackberry Way' was which group's only UK number one single? Move<br />

Who starred as MP Jean Price in the TV series 'No Job For A Lady'? Penelope Keith<br />

Which saint gives her name to a type of spinning firework? Catherine<br />

Whose first UK hit single was 'The Little Shoemaker' in 1954? Petula Clark<br />

On TV, who owned a canine robot called K9? Dr Who<br />

In the authorised version of the Bible, which number Psalm begins 'The Lord is my Shepherd'? Psalm 23<br />

Whose last top twenty UK hit single was 'Pop Goes The Weasel' in 1961? Anthony Newley<br />

What was the nationality of TV detective, Van Der Valk? Dutch<br />

In orthodox Judaism, where do women usually sit in a synagogue - upstairs or downstairs? Upstairs<br />

Which jazz singer had a 1964 UK chart single with 'Can't Buy Me Love'? Ella Fitzgerald<br />

On TV, which family worked a sawmill during the Depression in the Blue Ridge Mountains of<br />

Virginia?<br />

Walton<br />

Members of the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society are often known as 'Jehovah's ... ' what? Witnesses<br />

What was the title of the 'Shadows' first UK number one hit single in 1960? Apache<br />

What was the name of the manic priest played by Graham Norton in the TV series 'Father Ted'? Father Noel Furlong<br />

What 'T' is the academic study of religion? Theology<br />

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Which fictional heroine gave 'Jet Harris and Tony Meehan' a UK hit single in 1962? Scarlett O'Hara<br />

Who played Rodney Trotter in the TV series 'Only Fools And Horses'? Nicholas Lyndhurst<br />

According to the authorised version of the Bible, what type of multi-coloured garment did Joseph<br />

wear?<br />

In which US state was Bruce Springsteen born in 1949? New Jersey<br />

Who played Captain Mainwaring in the TV series 'Dad's Army'? Arthur Lowe<br />

In the gospel of Luke, Jesus said that "Man shall not live by..." what "alone"? Bread<br />

Who wrote Lulu's 1974 hit 'The Man Who Sold The World'? David Bowie<br />

In the TV series, what was the name of the butler in 'The Addams Family'? Lurch<br />

Which new religion was initiated in Arabia about 6<strong>10</strong>AD by the prophet 'Mohammed'? Islam<br />

Which rock band had a UK number three hit single in 1991 with 'You Could Be Mine'? Guns 'N' Roses<br />

Who was the chairman of the TV series 'Whose Line Is It Anyway'? Clive Anderson<br />

To which diocese was the late Cardinal Basil Hume appointed as Archbishop in 1976 - Dublin or<br />

Westminster?<br />

Coat<br />

Westminster<br />

Which Manchester group had a top ten hit in 1991 with 'Sound'? James<br />

What was the name of Bruce Wayne's butler in the TV series 'Batman'? Alfred<br />

What 'A' is the name given to the group of disciples closest to Jesus? Apostles<br />

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Who duetted with Dave Stewart on the number one UK hit single 'It's My Party'? Barbara Gaskin<br />

Who presented the TV quiz show 'Every Second Counts'? Paul Daniels<br />

Which religious figure was betrayed by Judas Iscariot? Jesus Christ<br />

Which ex-soap star had a UK top ten hit single in 1994 with 'Sweetness'? Michelle Gayle<br />

Who narrated 'The Magic Roundabout' on Channel 4 in 1992? Nigel Planer<br />

Lamas are teachers of which faith? Buddhism<br />

Beth Gibbons is the lead singer of which award-winning group? Portishead<br />

In the TV series, 'The Cosby Show', what was the profession of Cliff Huxtable's wife, Clair? Lawyer<br />

Located in Jerusalem, the Dome of the Rock is a holy building of which religion? Islam<br />

Which comedy actor had a UK hit single in 1962 with 'Right Said Fred'? Bernard Cribbins<br />

Who played Jerry Leadbetter in the TV series 'The Good Life'? Paul Eddington<br />

Followers of which religion may say the word 'Bismillah' before carrying out a task? Islam<br />

Craig Logan was the third and lesser known member of which 1980s chart-topping group? Bros<br />

Which East End police station is the setting for the TV series 'The Bill'? Sun Hill<br />

Which order of Cistercian monks is named after 'La Trappe' Abbey in France? Trappist<br />

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Which of the senses gave the 'Eurythmics' a number one album in 1983? Touch<br />

Who played former model Maddie Hayes in the TV series 'Moonlighting'? Cybill Shepherd<br />

What 'A' is the type of spiritual being that in the Bible visited the shepherds and informed them of<br />

the birth of Jesus?<br />

Which Irish group spent 'Seven Drunken Nights' in the UK charts in 1967? Dubliners<br />

Who was the original presenter of the TV show 'You Bet!'? Bruce Forsyth<br />

How many gifts do the wise men present to the baby Jesus? Three<br />

What was the surname of Freddie of the group 'Freddie and the Dreamers'? Garrity<br />

On the TV show 'Tiswas', what was the name of Bob Carolgees' dog? Spit<br />

Which religion was founded first - Christianity or Judaism? Judaism<br />

Who in 1962 had a UK hit single with the original version of 'The Loco-Motion'? Little Eva<br />

In the TV series, on which island did 'Father Ted' live? Craggy Island<br />

In Christianity, which day of the week is usually called the Sabbath? Sunday<br />

'Weather With You' was a UK hit single for which band in 1992? Crowded House<br />

Who presented 'Animal Magic' on TV for 21 years from 1962? Johnny Morris<br />

In Christianity, when referring to the calendar, for what does the abbreviation 'B.C.' stand? Before Christ<br />

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Angel


According to the title of their 1988 hit, who were 'Loco in Acapulco'? Four Tops<br />

In the TV show 'Friends', who first sang 'Smelly Cat'? Phoebe<br />

In the Bible, the land of Canaan is described as flowing with milk and which other substance? Honey<br />

The Edge is the guitarist with which group? U2<br />

What is the name of dog in the TV series 'The Simpsons'? Santa's Little Helper<br />

According to the Bible, Joseph became known for correctly interpreting what while he was<br />

imprisoned in Egypt?<br />

Dreams<br />

Which comedian released the 1982 single 'A Day In The Life Of Vince Prince'? Russ abbot<br />

In the TV show 'Friends', what was the name of Ross's pet monkey? Marcel<br />

In Judaism and Christianity, what 'S' is the term for a Saturday or Sunday observed as a day of<br />

rest?<br />

Sabbath<br />

Which girl's name features in the title of Edison Lighthouse's only UK number one hit single? Rosemary<br />

The TV series 'Spender' was set in which city? Newcastle-upon-Tyne<br />

In a car engine what 'D' is the part of the ignition system from which the charge is sent to each<br />

spark plug?<br />

Distributor<br />

Which group topped the album charts in 1989 with 'A New Flame'? Simply Red<br />

In which 2002 TV series did Susie Amy play a character called, 'Chardonnay Lane'? Footballers' Wives<br />

What 'O' is a three-letter word meaning sphere? Orb<br />

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Which group asked 'What's The Frequency, Kenneth' in the title of their UK hit single in 1994? REM<br />

In 'Coronation Street', what was Sally Webster's maiden name? Seddon<br />

In sub-atomic physics, what 'O' is the likely location of an electron around the nucleus of an<br />

atom?<br />

Orbital<br />

Which fair gave Anthony Newley a UK hit single in 1960? Strawberry Fair<br />

Which actor on TV, plays Detective Superintendent Andy Dalziel? Warren Clarke<br />

Which household appliance might include features such as a 'carpet height selector' and a 'cord<br />

rewind mechanism'?<br />

'The Byrds' had a number one hit single in 1965 with 'Mr Tambourine Man', written by which<br />

singer?<br />

Vacuum Cleaner<br />

Bob Dylan<br />

Which actor connects the TV shows 'Coupling' and 'This Life'? Jack davenport<br />

Which household appliance might include features such as a 'stainless-steel soleplate' and<br />

'variable steam settings'?<br />

Who topped the UK singles charts for the eighth time in 1998 with 'Frozen'? Madonna<br />

In the TV comedy series 'Birds of a Feather', where, in Essex, did Tracey live? Chigwell<br />

The antiquated word 'firmament' was often applied to which part of the environment - earth or<br />

sky?<br />

Pop duo, '2 Unlimited', came from which country? The Netherlands<br />

Who hosted the 1979 revival of 'Juke Box Jury' on TV? Noel Edmonds<br />

What name is given to the inner part of a nuclear reactor where the nuclear reaction takes place? Core<br />

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What were 'Puretone' addicted to in the title of their 2002 top ten hit? Bass<br />

Who played Albert Steptoe in the TV series 'Steptoe and Son'? Wilfred Brambell<br />

When referring to gold, what 'C' is the measure for its purity? Carat<br />

Who had a top ten hit in 1970 with the UK single 'Temma Harbour'? Mary Hopkin<br />

In the TV mini-series 'Rich Man, Poor Man', who played Tom Jordache? Nick Nolte<br />

What 'T' is the name given to the optical device that magnifies distant objects for detailed<br />

inspection?<br />

What is the name of Kim Wilde's rock singer father? Marty<br />

Telescope<br />

In the TV soap, 'Coronation Street', who plays Deirdre Rachid? Anne Kirkbride<br />

How many arms are there to a snowflake - six or eight? Six<br />

Who starred as vicar, Philip Lambe, in the TV series 'All In Good Faith'? Richard Briers<br />

Who was the first woman presenter of Channel Four's 'The Big Breakfast'? Gaby Roslin<br />

In the animal kingdom, what 'D' is an insect nicknamed the 'Mosquito Hawk'? Dragonfly<br />

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