Quick Quiz!

How long is an Olympic swimming pool, in metres?

• 20

• 30

• 50

• 25

Answer explanation

They are 50 meters long, 25 meters wide, and 2 meters deep. In terms of volume, when full, these pools hold 2.5 million liters of water or about 660,000 gallons.

What geometric shape is generally used for stop-signs?

• Circle

• Square

• Hexagon

• Octagon

Answer explanation

A standard 'stop' sign is a octagon!

Cynophobia is the fear of....

• Cats

• Dogs

• Marshmellows

• Trees

Answer explanation

Cynophobia is the overwhelming fear of dogs. People with this anxiety disorder feel intense fear and anxiety when they think about, see or encounter a dog.

Which animal can be seen on the Porsche logo?

• Bird

• Horse

• Lion

• Crocodile

Answer explanation

The Porsche logo was based on the Free People's State of Württemberg's coat of arms, which is why it comes in the shape of a crest — to align with the traditions of Württemberg-Baden.

Who was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize?

• Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin

• Marie Curie

• Barbara McClintock

• Gabriela Mistral

Answer explanation

Marie Curie, has been honoured twice (only woman in history), in 1903 for Physics and 1911 for Chemistry.

Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin won in 1964 in Chemistry.

Barbara McClintock won in 1983 for Physiology or Medicine

Gabriela Mistral won in 1945 for Literature

​ What is the most consumed manufactured drink in the world?

• Tea

• Coffee

• Coca Cola

• Fanta

Answer explanation

In 2003, world tea production was 3.21 million tonnes annually. In 2010, world tea production reached over 4.52 million tonnes. The largest producers of tea are the People’s Republic of China, India, Kenya, Sri Lanka and Turkey.

From which country does Gouda cheese originate?

• Switzerland

• Netherlands

• England

• America

Answer explanation

Gouda is a Dutch cheese that belongs to the uncooked pressed cheeses type. It is probably the most popular cheese in the Netherlands, along with Edam. This dairy product is made from pasteurized, skimmed whole cow's milk.

Who has won more tennis Grand Slam titles, Venus or Serena Williams?

• Venus

• Serena

Dump, Floater and Wipe are terms used in which team sport?

• Soccer

• Volleyball

• Synchronised Swimming

• Rugby

Which country borders 14 countries and crosses 11 timezones?

(a)  

Answer explanation

Here you can see the different time zones in Russia