general knowledge quiz

How often does the number "1" occur in the sequence from 1 to 100 inclusive?

• 10
• 21

• 15
• 25

In Alexander Dumas's book "The Three Musketeers", two of the Musketeers are called Athos and Porthos. What was the name of the third Musketeer?

• Aramis
• Grimaud
• D'Artagnan
• Beaumont

Which card game, originating in Spain and introduced to England in 1861, is played between 2 persons with 2 packs of cards (with sixes and below removed) who are dealt 8 cards each?

• Loo
• Go Fish
• Bridge
• Rummy

What is meant by "dramatis personae"?

• A list of characters in a play or literary work.
• A summary of the plot of a play.
• A type of dramatic performance.
• A list of themes in a literary work.

The first English prince to bear the title "Prince of Wales" eventually became which King?

• George II
• Henry IV
• Edward II
• Richard III

In motor racing, what are "slicks"?

• Slicks are smooth racing tires without tread.
• Slicks are racing helmets used for safety.
• Slicks are aerodynamic body kits for cars.
• Slicks are tires with deep treads for wet conditions.

Where do the Tungusic peoples live?

• Central Africa, especially in the Congo region.
• Western Europe, particularly in Germany and France.
• Southeastern Asia, including Vietnam and Thailand.
• Northeastern Asia, including Siberia and Manchuria.

What name is given to the items collected by a woman in anticipation of marriage?

• bride price
• Hope chest

• Faith chest

• Muse chest

Which country’s name means “The Shallows”?

• Netherlands
• Germany
• Sweden
• Belgium

9. Which colour is the most common on the national flags of the world, featuring on 75% of national flags?

• Blue
• Green
• Red
• Yellow