General Knowledge 63

Question 1

Who is the only Englishman to hold the title of Pope?

Answer 1

Nicolas Breakspear

Nicolas Breakspear was the only Englishman to become Pope, known as Adrian IV.

Question 2

What does the Hawaiian word wiki wiki mean?

Answer 2

Fast

The term ‘wiki’ in Wikipedia signifies quickness or speed.

Question 3

Which US president was assassinated on 6th September 1901 in Buffalo, New York?

Answer 3

William McKinley

McKinley was shot by an anarchist and died days later from his wounds.

Question 4

Which two countries were involved in the 1939 “winter war”?

Answer 4

• Russia
• Finland

The Winter War was fought between the Soviet Union and Finland from 1939 to 1940.

Question 5

What does an Oscar hold in its hands?

Answer 5

A Sword

The Oscar statuette is depicted holding a sword, symbolizing bravery and honor.

Question 6

In which country was the revolutionary Che Guevara born?

Answer 6

Argentina

Che Guevara was born in Rosario, Argentina, in 1928.

Question 7

Which French dish is also a collective noun for clouds?

Answer 7

Soufflé

The term ‘soufflé’ can refer to both a light, fluffy dish and a type of cloud formation.

Question 8

What was the name of the British submarine that sank the Argentine battleship General Belgrano during the Falklands war in 1982?

Answer 8

HMS Conqueror

HMS Conqueror was the first submarine to sink a warship since World War II.

Question 9

Which world famous landmark is found on mount Lee?

Answer 9

The Hollywood Sign

The Hollywood Sign is an iconic symbol of the American film industry located in Los Angeles.

Question 10

Name the 5 teams that Bryan Clough managed.

Answer 10

• Hartlepool
• Derby
• Brighton
• Leeds
• Nottingham Forrest

Clough is renowned for his successful managerial career, particularly with Nottingham Forest.