General Knowledge 66

Question 1

What was the title of Madonna’s controversial 1992 coffee table book?

Answer 1

Sex

The book was known for its explicit content and stirred significant public debate.

Question 2

With eight words, what is the longest James Bond theme song title?

Answer 2

We have all the time in the world (Louis Armstrong)

This song was featured in the film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.

Question 3

Who is the 1st female artist to top the UK singles charts as a solo artist, part of a duo, a quartet and a quintet?

Answer 3

Melanie C

She achieved this with her work in the Spice Girls and as a solo artist.

Question 4

True or false: George W Bush was awarded the Golden Raspberry for worst actor in 2004.

Answer 4

TRUE

George W. Bush won the 2005 Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor for his appearance in news and archival footage in the documentary Fahrenheit 9/11. The award was controversial, as the Razzies expanded their criteria to include the subjects of documentaries. Bush also won Worst Screen Couple for his performance with either Condoleezza Rice or My Pet Go

Question 5

Which President has been awarded the Golden Raspberry for worst supporting actor?

Answer 5

Donald Trump (Ghosts can’t do it. 1990)

This highlights the unusual intersection of politics and entertainment.

Question 6

Eleven of the fifteen most liked tweets ever on Twitter are from which person?

Answer 6

Barrack Obama

His tweets often focus on social issues and public engagement.

Question 7

Whose motto is “By Strength and Guile”?

Answer 7

The SBS (Special Boat Service)

This is a special forces unit of the British Army.

Question 8

Georgetown is the capital city of which South American country?

Answer 8

Guyana

It is located on the northern coast of South America.

Question 9

The ancient Latin female name “Helvetia” appears on all the postage stamps and coins of which European country?

Answer 9

Switzerland

Helvetia is a historical name for Switzerland.

Question 10

How many stories high was each world trade centre tower?

Answer 10

110

The towers were iconic features of the New York City skyline.

Question 11

Code Red, Michelangelo and Cornficker are all famous examples of what?

Answer 11

Computer Viruses

These viruses have caused significant disruptions in computer systems.

Question 12

What type of ground seeds are used to make the paste “Tahini”?

Answer 12

Sesame Seeds

Tahini is a common ingredient in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Question 13

Zakumi, Striker, Zabivaka and Naranjito are all examples of what?

Answer 13

World Cup mascots

Each represents a different FIFA World Cup.

Question 14

In 1980, which county became the first to elect a woman as president?

Answer 14

Iceland

Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was the first female president in the world.

Question 15

The Baht is which country’s currency?

Answer 15

Thailand

The Baht is subdivided into 100 satang.

Question 16

In the tour de France, what is the “Lanterne Rouge”?

Answer 16

The rider in last place

This term is used to refer to the last-placed competitor in the race.

Question 17

Who was the Argentinean president during the Falklands War?

Answer 17

Galtieri

Leopoldo Galtieri was the military leader during the conflict.

Question 18

Bollywood is the nickname given to the Indian film industry. What is the film industry of which country known as Lollywood?

Answer 18

Pakistan

Lollywood refers to the Pakistani film industry based in Lahore.

Question 19

What name is given to the fruit of a blackthorn?

Answer 19

Sloe

Sloes are used to make various alcoholic beverages.

Question 20

Which country withdrew from NATO in 1966 but rejoined in 2009?

Answer 20

France

France’s withdrawal was due to disagreements over NATO’s military structure.

Question 21

In the song “That don’t impress me much”, what three people doesn’t impress Shania Twain?

Answer 21

• Rocket Scientist
• Brad Pitt
• Elvis

These names are mentioned in the lyrics as examples of people she finds unimpressive.