General Knowledge 58

Question 1

What word has meanings including a cul-de-sac, a narrow passageway and the grounds around a cathedral?

Answer 1

Close

The term ‘close’ can refer to various types of enclosed spaces.

Question 2

What nickname is given to a police picture of a villain’s face?

Answer 2

Mugshot

A mugshot is typically taken after an arrest.

Question 3

Which saint and apostle is also known as Saul of Tarsus?

Answer 3

St Paul

St Paul is a key figure in Christianity.

Question 4

“I didn’t know what day it was when you walked into the room” are the opening lyrics to which song?

Answer 4

You’re in My Heart (Sir Rod Stewart)

This song is a classic by Rod Stewart.

Question 5

Egypt lies on which continent?

Answer 5

Africa

Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa.

Question 6

Das Lied der Deutschen is the national anthem of which country?

Answer 6

Germany

The anthem is also known as the ‘Song of the Germans’.

Question 7

What form of vehicle is the Boeing Apache?

Answer 7

Helicopter

The Boeing Apache is a military attack helicopter.

Question 8

Which term for a celebrity photographer comes from the name of a character in the Federico Fellini film La Dolce Vita?

Answer 8

Paparazzo

Paparazzi are known for taking candid photos of celebrities.

Question 9

Which letter is on the bottom left of the three rows of alphabetical buttons on a keyboard?

Answer 9

Z

The letter ‘Z’ is typically found in that position on QWERTY keyboards.

Question 10

The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States presents which prestigious awards?

Answer 10

Grammys

The Grammys honor outstanding achievements in the music industry.

Question 11

Which animal shares its six-letter name with a verb meaning “to search for something”?

Answer 11

Ferret

The term ‘ferret’ can also mean to search out or uncover.

Question 12

Austral refers to which point of the compass?

Answer 12

South

‘Austral’ is derived from the Latin word for ‘south’.

Question 13

Which duo hosted the 2020 revival of Crackerjack?

Answer 13

Sam (Nixon) and Mark (Rhodes)

Sam Nixon on previous page. Mark Rhodes above.

Question 14

Which sport originally used peach baskets nailed to walls as goals?

Answer 14

Basketball

Basketball was invented in the late 19th century.

Question 15

What colour ball is used in Test cricket?

Answer 15

Red

The red ball is used for longer formats of the game.

Question 16

In which decade was Kim Kardashian born?

Answer 16

1980s (1980)

Kim Kardashian was born on October 21, 1980.

Question 17

Which meteorological term is used to describe the provision of computer applications over the internet?

Answer 17

Cloud

Cloud computing allows for remote data storage and access.

Question 18

What was the first name of the presenter of Whicker’s World?

Answer 18

Alan

Alan Whicker was a renowned British television presenter.

Question 19

The firmness of which item is measured on a scale from 9B to 9H?

Answer 19

Pencil leads

The scale indicates the hardness of pencil leads.

Question 20

In 1992, in which winter sport did mogul become an official Olympic medal category?

Answer 20

Skiing

Mogul skiing involves navigating a course of bumps.

Question 21

Until 1987 the British Formula 1 Grand Prix alternated between Silverstone and which other racetrack?

Answer 21

Brands Hatch

Brands Hatch is located in Kent, England.

Question 22

Who won the men’s singles title at the 2020 Australian Open tennis championships?

Answer 22

Novak Djokovic

Djokovic has won multiple Grand Slam titles.

Question 23

Which football club is nicknamed “Pompey”?

Answer 23

Portsmouth FC

The nickname is derived from the club’s location.

Question 24

At which venue did the 2020 Masters Snooker Championship take place?

Answer 24

Alexandra Palace

Alexandra Palace is a famous venue for various events.

Question 25

What is the main material used inside a **cricket ball**?

Answer 25

Cork ## Footnote Cork is used for the core of the ball, providing bounce.

Question 26

Ruud Gullit managed which **Premier League team** from 1998 to 1999?

Answer 26

Newcastle United ## Footnote Gullit is a former Dutch footballer and manager.

Question 27

In karate, which of these belts is the **highest**: blue, green or white?

Answer 27

Blue ## Footnote The ranking of belts varies by karate style.

Question 28

Donald Budge was the first player to win all the **Grand Slams** in a single year (1938) in which **sport**?

Answer 28

Tennis ## Footnote Budge achieved this remarkable feat in 1938.

Question 29

In which sport might an **armstand back double somersault tuck** be performed?

Answer 29

Diving ## Footnote This maneuver is a complex diving technique.

Question 30

As at 2020, which are the only two **Australian cities** in which the summer Olympic Games have been held?

Answer 30

* Melbourne * Sydney ## Footnote Melbourne hosted the Games in 1956, and Sydney in 2000.

Question 31

Which boxer did **Tyson Fury** beat to win the **WBC World Heavyweight title** in February 2020?

Answer 31

Deontay Wilder ## Footnote This match was highly publicized and competitive.

Question 32

Short dances and free dances are part of which **Winter Olympics sport**?

Answer 32

Figure skating ## Footnote Figure skating includes various styles and competitions.

Question 33

What is the nickname of the **Great Britain national rugby league team**?

Answer 33

The Lions ## Footnote The team has a storied history in rugby league.

Question 34

Which major **golfing championship** took place at **Royal Portrush** in 2019?

Answer 34

The Open ## Footnote The Open is one of golf's four major championships.

Question 35

In which country of the UK is **Kelso Racecourse**?

Answer 35

Scotland ## Footnote Kelso Racecourse is known for its horse racing events.

Question 36

Sculling is a form of which **sport**?

Answer 36

Rowing ## Footnote Sculling involves rowing with two oars.

Question 37

Wayne Gretzky is a former professional in which **winter sport**?

Answer 37

Ice hockey ## Footnote Gretzky is often regarded as the greatest hockey player of all time.

Question 38

Which South African former rugby player became the **interim head** of Italy’s national rugby team in November 2019?

Answer 38

Franco Smith ## Footnote Smith has a background in both playing and coaching rugby.