General Knowledge 67

Question 1

What does IQA stand for?

Answer 1

International Quidditch Association

The USA won the IQA World Cup in 2018 for a record third time.

Question 2

According to Forbes magazine, who was the highest paid author in the world in 2017?

Answer 2

JK Rowling

This highlights the financial success of the author.

Question 3

Which Tennis player was stabbed while playing against Magdalena Maleeva in 1993?

Answer 3

Monica Seles

This incident had a significant impact on her career.

Question 4

In Greek Mythology, what was Medusa’s hair made of?

Answer 4

Snakes

Medusa is a well-known figure in Greek mythology.

Question 5

What is a female Swan called?

Answer 5

A Pen

This term is specific to female swans.

Question 6

On which island did Napoleon die?

Answer 6

St Helena

This island is known for its historical significance.

Question 7

Between them, the six wives of Henry VIII were of three nationalities – English, Spanish and what?

Answer 7

German (Ann of Cleves)

This reflects the diverse backgrounds of his wives.

Question 8

Larks Head, Cat’s Paw and Monkeys Fist are all examples of what?

Answer 8

Knots

These are types of knots used in various applications.

Question 9

How many balls are there on the table at the start of a normal game of pool?

Answer 9

16

This includes the cue ball and the 15 object balls.

Question 10

Woman Hitler is an anagram of which relative?

Answer 10

Mother in Law

This is a play on words involving an anagram.

Question 11

What was the last port of call for the Titanic?

Answer 11

Cobh (Cork Harbour) - then known as Queenstown

This was the last stop before the Titanic’s fateful voyage.

Question 12

What is the name of the contemporary sculpture, designed by Antony Gormley, known by some local people as the ‘Gateshead Flasher’?

Answer 12

The Angel of the North

This sculpture is a prominent landmark in England.

Question 13

What do the 100 folds in a French Chef’s hat represent?

Answer 13

The 100 different ways to cook an egg

This symbolizes the chef’s expertise.

Question 14

For which modern Olympic Games was the torch relay first introduced?

Answer 14

Berlin 1936

This marked a significant change in Olympic tradition.

Question 15

Mormons belong to the LDS Church, what does LDS stand for?

Answer 15

Latter Day Saints

This is the official name of the church.

Question 16

Which band has released a beer called mmmhop?

Answer 16

Hanson

This reflects the band’s foray into the beverage industry.

Question 17

In which 3 films do Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman play on-screen couples?

Answer 17

• Days of Thunder
• Far and Away
• Eyes Wide Shut

These films feature the pair in romantic roles.

Question 18

Which fruit is used to make a Black Forest gateau?

Answer 18

Cherries

This is a key ingredient in the dessert.

Question 19

Who presented the first ever edition of Mastermind?

Answer 19

Magnus Magnusson

He is known for his long association with the show.

Question 20

Who were the two original presenters of the Clothes Show when it was first broadcast in October 1986?

Answer 20

• Jeff Banks
• Selina Scott

They were the faces of the show during its inception.