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A general knowledge, mixed subjects quiz.

A multiple-choice quiz by LadyJacq. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
LadyJacq
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
393,836
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
675
Last 3 plays: Guest 175 (6/10), GBfan (9/10), Guest 121 (5/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. The Boots company was founded by John Boot in 1849. What was the Christian name of his son, who transformed it into a national chain?
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Question 2 of 10
2. From which fruit is perry made?
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Question 3 of 10
3. Emmental cheese originated in which country?
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Question 4 of 10
4. Hans Holbein the Younger was criticised by Henry VIII for painting a flattering portrait of whom?
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Question 5 of 10
5. Martin Scorsese directed this 1976 film. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, but did not win any. What is the name of the film, starring Robert de Niro and Jodie Foster?
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Question 6 of 10
6. In which country was the band, The Seekers, formed?
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Question 7 of 10
7. How many strings has a ukulele?
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Question 8 of 10
8. What do sumo wrestlers throw into the ring prior to a match?
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Question 9 of 10
9. Which country won the most number of medals in the 2012 Olympics?
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Question 10 of 10
10. In which year did the popular TV drama 'Dallas' start?
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The Boots company was founded by John Boot in 1849. What was the Christian name of his son, who transformed it into a national chain?

Answer: Jesse

It is now owned by Walgreens.
2. From which fruit is perry made?

Answer: Pears

Perry is made from pears in a similar way that cider is made from apples.
3. Emmental cheese originated in which country?

Answer: Switzerland

Specifically, the area around Emmental in the canton of Bern.
4. Hans Holbein the Younger was criticised by Henry VIII for painting a flattering portrait of whom?

Answer: Anne of Cleves

Hans Holbein the Younger became the King's Painter to Henry VIII in 1535.
5. Martin Scorsese directed this 1976 film. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, but did not win any. What is the name of the film, starring Robert de Niro and Jodie Foster?

Answer: Taxi Driver

The film did win the Palme d'Or at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival.
6. In which country was the band, The Seekers, formed?

Answer: Australia

The band was formed in the 1960s and their most well known records were 'I'll Never Find Another You' and 'Georgy Girl'.
7. How many strings has a ukulele?

Answer: 4

The ukulele is a member of the lute family and was popularised in Hawaii.
8. What do sumo wrestlers throw into the ring prior to a match?

Answer: Salt

Japan is the only country where the sport is practised professionally.
9. Which country won the most number of medals in the 2012 Olympics?

Answer: USA

The 2012 Olympics were held in Great Britain.
10. In which year did the popular TV drama 'Dallas' start?

Answer: 1978

The series ran between 1978 and 1991.
Source: Author LadyJacq

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