Persistent - Christmas - Quiz

1. In which year did Sri Lanka gain independence from British Rule ?

• 1942

• 1948

• 1950

• 1952

Answer explanation

Sri Lanka gained independence from British rule on February 4, 1948. The other years listed, 1942, 1950, and 1952, are incorrect as they do not mark the date of independence.

2. In the 2024 Sri Lankan parliamentary election, how many seats did the National People’s Power (NPP) win?

• 141

• 159

• 129

• 161

Answer explanation

In the 2024 Sri Lankan parliamentary election, the National People’s Power (NPP) secured 159 seats, making it the correct answer among the options provided.

3. 3. What is the newest addition to Sri Lanka’s cricket calendar?

• Lanka T20 Championship

• National Super League

• Lanka T10 Super League

• Lanka Premier League

Answer explanation

The Lanka T10 Super League is the newest addition to Sri Lanka's cricket calendar, introducing a fast-paced format that enhances the domestic cricket scene.

4. What was the name of the cyclone that recently affected Sri Lanka in November 2024 ?

• Cyclone Fengal

• Cyclone Amphan

• Cyclone Yaas

• Cyclone Fani

Answer explanation

Cyclone Fengal was the cyclone that affected Sri Lanka in November 2024. The other options, Cyclone Amphan, Cyclone Yaas, and Cyclone Fani, were significant storms but did not impact Sri Lanka during that time.

5. Who built Sigiriya, the ancient rock fortress in Sri Lanka?

• King Parakramabahu I

• King Kashyapa I

• King Dutugemunu

• King Vijaya

Answer explanation

Sigiriya, the ancient rock fortress in Sri Lanka, was built by King Kashyapa I in the 5th century AD. He transformed the site into a royal citadel, making it a significant historical landmark.

6. On which date Christmas is celebrated?

• December 31^st

• November 25^th

• January 1^st

• December 25^th

Answer explanation

Christmas is celebrated on December 25th each year, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. The other dates listed do not correspond to this holiday.

7. Which iPhone model was introduced by Apple in September 2024 ?

• iPhone 15

• iPhone 16

• iPhone 17

• iPhone 13

Answer explanation

The iPhone 16 was introduced by Apple in September 2024, following the iPhone 15. The other options, iPhone 13 and iPhone 17, do not correspond to the correct release date.

8. Which YouTube channel has the most subscribers as of November 2024?

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Answer explanation

The most-subscribed YouTube channel is MrBeast, having 334 million subscribers as of November 29, 2024, and gaining subscribers by an average of about 460,000 per day

9. In which galaxy Earth is located ?

• Andromeda

• Milky Way

• Whirlpool

• Sombrero

Answer explanation

Earth is located in the Milky Way galaxy, which is the galaxy that contains our solar system. The other options, Andromeda, Whirlpool, and Sombrero, are different galaxies.

10. What is SpongeBob’s best friend’s name ?

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Answer explanation

SpongeBob's best friend is Patrick Star, a pink starfish. The two have been best friends since the beginning, from their cribs to working at the Krusty Krab.