General Knowledge 55

Question 1

Which Film?

Who can tell the twins apart?

Answer 1

Only their mother.

Twins

Question 2

In which film is the character described as the highest paid lover in Beverly Hills?

Answer 2

American Gigolo

The character leaves women feeling more alive than they’ve ever felt before, except for one.

Question 3

What is the phrase associated with Schindler’s List?

Answer 3

The List is Life

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Question 4

Which film is associated with the themes of mischief, mayhem, and soap?

Answer 4

Fight Club

Question 5

Can the most famous film star in the world fall for just an ordinary guy?

Answer 5

Notting Hill

This romantic comedy explores the dynamics of celebrity and ordinary life.

Question 6

On every street in every city, there’s a nobody who dreams of being a somebody.

Answer 6

Taxi Driver

This reflects the film’s exploration of isolation and ambition.

Question 7

What is the tale of murder, lust, greed, revenge, and seafood?

Answer 7

A Fish Called Wanda

This film combines elements of comedy with crime and drama.

Question 8

What are the five good reasons to stay single?

Answer 8

Four Weddings and a Funeral

The film humorously examines relationships and the complexities of love.

Question 9

To enter the mind of a killer, she must challenge the mind of a madman.

Answer 9

The Silence of the Lambs

This psychological thriller delves into the complexities of criminal psychology.

Question 10

Being the adventures of a young man whose principal interests are rape, ultra-violence, and Beethoven.

Answer 10

A Clockwork Orange

The film critiques societal norms and explores themes of free will and morality.

Question 11

Gruyere cheese is a speciality of which European country?

Answer 11

Switzerland

This cheese is known for its rich flavor and is often used in fondue.

Question 12

What is the French term for jam?

Answer 12

Confiture

This term is commonly used in French cuisine for fruit preserves.

Question 13

Which herb is a traditional ingredient of the rum-based Cuban cocktail, the Mojito?

Answer 13

Mint

Mint adds a refreshing flavor to the cocktail, enhancing its appeal.

Question 14

What vegetable is the main ingredient of the eastern European dish borscht?

Answer 14

Beetroot

Borscht is known for its vibrant color and earthy flavor.

Question 15

According to Dr Johnson’s dictionary, which food was eaten by horses in England and people in Scotland?

Answer 15

Oats

Oats are a staple grain known for their nutritional value.

Question 16

Which Italian phrase is used to describe pasta which has been cooked to remain firm when bitten? Fill in the blank: _______.

Answer 16

Al dente

This cooking technique is preferred for its texture.

Question 17

What type of food is a chanterelle?

Answer 17

Mushroom

Chanterelles are prized for their delicate flavor and culinary uses.

Question 18

Navel and Valencia are varieties of which fruit?

Answer 18

Orange

These varieties are popular for their sweetness and juiciness.

Question 19

What is the name of the German yeast cake often served at Christmas?

Answer 19

Stollen

Stollen is traditionally filled with fruits and nuts.

Question 20

Which dish of beef and pate in pastry was named after a British military hero?

Answer 20

Beef Wellington

This dish is known for its rich flavors and elegant presentation.

Question 21

Which publisher of romantic fiction gets its name from the surnames of its creators, Gerald and Charles?

Answer 21

Mills and Boon

This publisher is known for its extensive catalog of romance novels.

Question 22

Which Shakespeare play opens with ‘When shall we three meet again, In thunder, lightning, or in rain?’

Answer 22

Macbeth

This line sets the tone for the themes of fate and ambition in the play.

Question 23

Which prolific children’s author re-told E. S. Nesbitt’s classic ‘Five Children and It’ with her novel ‘Four Children and It’?

Answer 23

(Dame) Jacqueline Wilson

Wilson is known for her engaging stories aimed at young readers.

Question 24

Which classic 19th Century book opens with the line ‘Christmas won’t be Christmas without any presents’?

Answer 24

Little Women

This novel explores themes of family and personal growth.

Question 25

Which British author wrote ‘**Behind the Scenes at the Museum**’?

Answer 25

Kate Atkinson ## Footnote This novel is known for its intricate narrative and character development.

Question 26

Who wrote ‘**Wind in the Willows**’?

Answer 26

Kenneth Grahame ## Footnote This classic children's novel features anthropomorphic animals and themes of friendship.

Question 27

What is the name of the last and unfinished novel by **Charles Dickens**?

Answer 27

The Mystery of Edwin Drood ## Footnote This novel remains a subject of speculation and intrigue due to its incomplete status.

Question 28

Which English poet wrote ‘The Rhyme of the **Ancient Mariner**’?

Answer 28

Samuel Taylor Coleridge ## Footnote This poem is known for its vivid imagery and exploration of nature and humanity.

Question 29

Who wrote ‘The Ugly Duckling’ and ‘The Emperor’s New **Clothes**’?

Answer 29

Hans Christian Anderson ## Footnote Anderson is celebrated for his fairy tales that often contain moral lessons.

Question 30

This is the first line to which poem: ‘What passing-bells for these who die as **cattle**?’ and for a bonus point, who wrote it?

Answer 30

Anthem for Doomed Youth by Wilfred Owen ## Footnote The poem critiques the horrors of war and the loss of young lives.