Weekly Quiz T2 Wk9

How many stars are in the cluster that is celebrated during Matariki?

• Five

• Seven

• Nine

What was the main slogan used by the nationwide protests that coincided with Donald Trump's military parade on 14 June 2025?

• No Kings

• Liberty First

• March for Democracy

Which team did the Crusaders defeat at the weekend to win the Super Rugby title?

• The Blues

• The Chiefs

• The Brumbies

A North Island iwi has taken legal action over the government's handling of ski field concessions for which ski fields?

• Tūroa and Whakapapa

• Coronet Peak and The Remarkables

• Mount Hutt and Porters

MI6 was in the news last week as it appointed its first female chief in its 116-year history. What is MI6?

• An American university specialising technology

• The United Kingdom’s secret intelligence service

• The United Nations bank

Why did New Zealand pause nearly $20 million in funding to the Cook Islands last week?

• Because the Cook Islands signed new agreements with China without consultation

• Because New Zealand is cutting all Pacific development funding

• Because the Cook Islands held elections New Zealand deemed illegitimate

It was announced last week that melatonin will soon be available from pharmacies without a prescription. What is melatonin used for?

• Reducing high blood pressure

• Treating sleep disorders like insomnia and jet lag

• Preventing allergic reactions

Following recent conflict between Iran and Israel Donald Trump has told the leader of Iran that his country must surrender. What is the leader of Iran known as?

• The Supreme Leader

• The Emperor

• The High Commander

How many people live in Iran?

• About 5 million

• About 27 million

• About 92 million

What did new research from Australia reveal about heading a football?

• It only affects players under the age of 18

• It increases vision and balance in amateur players

• It can alter brain chemistry even without causing a concussion