Monday rumble

Can you identify the country to which this flag belongs?

• Botswana

• Brunei

• Croatia

• Dominican Republic

You've seen him everywhere, in movies and series. He is known for his television roles on Prison break. His film appearances include Black Hawk Down, Armageddon, Contact and Heat.

• Michael Stuhlbarg

• Domhall Gleeson

• William Fichtner

• Brian Cox

Which of these countries has a higher population?

• Australia

• Philippines

• Thailand

• Iraq

Answer explanation

As of August 12th, 2023, the estimated population of the Philippines is 117,539,393, whereas Australia's population stands at 25,979,000.

What is the leading cause of death for women in Australia in 2021?

• COVID 19

• Alzheimer's dementia

• Coronary Heart Disease

• Cerebrovascular disease

Answer explanation

Dementia including Alzheimer's disease was the leading cause of death, accounting for 10,276 (13%) deaths, followed by coronary heart disease. (source: aihw.gov.au)

What is the fastest animal in the world?

• Cheetah

• Peregrine Falcon

• Blue Marlin

• Mantis Shrimp

Answer explanation

With a maximum speed of 390 km/hr. Peregrine falcons are the fastest animal in the world. A pair of Peregrine Falcons lives at 367 Collins in Melbourne.

Ataulfo, Haden, tommy, atkins, Francis and Kent are some of the types of what fruits?

• Apple

• Pear

• Mango

• Banana

Answer explanation

Mangoes.

What are the first intelligible words to be ever recorded on a telephone?

• "Howdie Mr. Edison."

• "Hello world!"

• "This is dominoes. What can I get you?"

• "Mr. Watson, come here. I want to see you."

Answer explanation

Thomas Edison was credited for using 'hello' as a form of greeting on the phone. Alexander Graham Bell preferred 'ahoy'.

What year was Let's Get Care founded?

• 2016

• 2017

• 2018

• 2019

Answer explanation

Founded in 2017, Let's Get Care was the first self-managed Home Care Package provider in Australia.