General Knowledge 61

Question 1

Which UK city was the first to introduce a congestion charge?

Answer 1

Durham

The congestion charge was implemented to reduce traffic congestion in urban areas.

Question 2

Which is the only UK national park to have a city within its boundaries?

Answer 2

The Norfolk Broads

This national park includes the city of Norwich.

Question 3

What does the word “Para” mean as in Paralympics?

Answer 3

Beside or Alongside

The term reflects the games being held alongside the Olympics.

Question 4

Prince Philip was born on which Greek island?

Answer 4

Corfu - or Kerkira.
Kerkyra

Corfu is known for its beautiful landscapes and historical significance.

Question 5

In which year was the pound coin introduced?

Answer 5

1983

The pound coin replaced the paper pound note in circulation.

Question 6

What does the computer acronym USB stand for?

Answer 6

Universal serial bus

USB is a standard for connecting peripherals to computers.

Question 7

What do the two M’s represent in the sweets M&M’s?

Answer 7

Mars & Murrie (Forrest E Mars and Bruce Murrie)

The brand was named after its founders.

Question 8

At which town did Billy Butlin open his first holiday camp?

Answer 8

Skegness

This camp was the beginning of a chain of holiday camps across the UK.

Question 9

Who was the first black player to captain the England football team?

Answer 9

Paul Ince

Ince made history in 1993 as the first black player to lead the national team.

Question 10

Which is the smallest member of the flute family?

Answer 10

Piccolo

The piccolo is an octave higher than the standard concert flute.

Question 11

Which was the first Carry on film to feature Barbara Windsor?

Answer 11

Carry on Spying

This film marked Windsor’s debut in the Carry On series.

Question 12

How many feet are there in a fathom?

Answer 12

Six

A fathom is a unit of measurement used in nautical contexts.

Question 13

Which London address is the only one with the postcode SW1A 1AA?

Answer 13

Buckingham Palace

This postcode is associated with the official residence of the British monarch.

Question 14

Which country has the world’s oldest flag?

Answer 14

Denmark

The flag, known as the Dannebrog, dates back to the 13th century.

Question 15

How many teats does a cow normally have?

Answer 15

Four

Cows typically have four teats for nursing their calves.

Question 16

What was the Roman name for Scotland?

Answer 16

Caledonia

Caledonia was used by the Romans to refer to the land inhabited by the Picts.

Question 17

How many Englishmen have played James Bond in authorised films?

Answer 17

Two – Roger Moore and Daniel Craig

Both actors are well-known for their portrayals of the iconic character.

Question 18

Which premier league football team are nicknamed the Eagles?

Answer 18

Crystal Palace

The nickname reflects the team’s emblem and branding.

Question 19

What is the national bird of India?

Answer 19

Peacock

The peacock is celebrated for its vibrant plumage and cultural significance.

Question 20

How many consecutive shots does it take to score a 147 break in a game of Snooker?

Answer 20

36

A 147 break is the maximum score possible in a single visit to the table.

Question 21

Which island country has the highest number of snake bite fatalities each year?

Answer 21

Sri Lanka

This statistic highlights the dangers associated with snake bites in certain regions.

Question 22

What is a female Donkey called?

Answer 22

Jenny

The male counterpart is known as a Jack.

Question 23

Bagpuss sits in whose shop window?

Answer 23

Emily’s

Bagpuss is a character from a British children’s television series.

Question 24

What was Billy the Kid’s birth name?

Answer 24

Henry McCarty

He is also known by the alias William H. Bonney.

Question 25

How many **hearts** does an **Octopus** have?

Answer 25

Three ## Footnote Two hearts pump blood to the gills, while one pumps it to the rest of the body.

Question 26

Who was the British **prime minister** at the outbreak of **World War One**?

Answer 26

Herbert Asquith ## Footnote Asquith served as Prime Minister from 1908 to 1916.

Question 27

What is the main ingredient to **Mock turtle soup**?

Answer 27

Veal ## Footnote Mock turtle soup is a dish that imitates the original turtle soup.

Question 28

Which country is home to the chicken restaurant **Nando’s**?

Answer 28

South Africa ## Footnote Nando's is famous for its peri-peri chicken and has expanded globally.

Question 29

Which was the first **James Bond theme** to be nominated for an **Oscar**?

Answer 29

Skyfall ## Footnote The song was performed by Adele and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.