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Which brothers made the first hot-air balloon, over one hundred years before planes were invented? a) Montgolfier b) Grimm A: the Montgolfiers (1st manned flight in 1783) c) Jackson

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I was a British comic actor and filmmaker. In 1941 my film The Great Dictator was nominated for several awards. I was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of A: Charlie Chaplin Fame in 1970. Who was I?

What is the capital city of the United States?

A: Washington DC

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History

Name 2 countries that fought against the United States during World War II.
A: Japan, Germany, Italy

Culture

One fifth of all the people in the world are Chinese. Is it true or false?
A: True

Geography

What is the highest mountain in the world? a) Kilimanjaro c) Mont Blanc b) Everest
A: (Mount) Everest (8,848 metres)

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History

Whose tomb was found in the Valley of the Kings in Egypt? a) Julius Caesar c) Solomon b) Tutankhamun
A: Tutankhamun (a Pharaoh)

Culture

Who has a blue box that can travel through time and space? a) Harry Potter c) Darth Vader b) Doctor Who
A: Doctor Who (British TV series)

Geography

Which two countries are linked by the Channel Tunnel?

A: England and France

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Who was elected President of The United States in 2008?

A: Barack Obama (44th President)

Geography

Culture

I was the largest and most luxurious ship ever built. They called me unsinkable, but I was sunk by an iceberg on my first voyage. What am I? A: Titanic (it sank in 1912)

Where are the Rocky mountains? a) South America c) North America b) Asia d) Europe
A: North America

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When Neil Armstrong stepped onto the Moon in 1969, he said Thats one small step for man, a) one giant leap into the unknown.
A: one giant leap for mankind

O b) one giant leap for the stars O c) one giant leap for mankind

Geography

Culture

I am a British drama film directed by Danny Boyle. I tell the story of a young Indian man who wins a television game show. What am I? A: Slumdog Millionaire

Which animal can you NOT see in the wild in Africa? a) crocodile c) tiger b) giraffe d) lion
A: tigers live in Asia

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I am an icon of freedom, given to the United States by the people of France to celebrate the American War of Independence. I stand in New A: the Statue of Liberty York Harbor. What am I?

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Who are the native people of Australia? a) Aborigines c) the Comanche b) Eskimos
A: Aborigines

Geography

What are the two official languages of Canada?

A: English and French

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History Geography Culture

I was the 16th President of the USA, from 1861 until I was assassinated in April 1865. My greatest achievement is the abolition of slavery. Who am I? A: Abraham Lincoln

The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications whose construction started in the 7th century AD and lasted for hundreds of years. A: False, in the 7th century BC (Before Christ) Is it true or false?

What was the island of Alcatraz, in the San Francisco Bay? a) a mental hospital b) a monastery c) a maximum-security prison
A: a maximum-security prison

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Who was NOT an inventor?

A: Marie Curie

a) Thomas Edison b) Marie Curie c) Alexander Graham Bell d) Leonardo da Vinci

Geography

Culture

I am a Prince, second in the line of succession to the throne of the Commonwealth. I got married in 2011 and I am a pilot for the Royal Air Force. A: Prince William, Duke of Cambridge

Which is the worlds largest country? a) China b) Russia c) The United States
A: Russia

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I am a South African anti-apartheid politician who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. I also won a Nobel Peace Prize. Who am I? A: Nelson Mandela

The Twilight Saga is based on four novels written by Stephen King. Is it true or false?
A: False (Stephenie Meyer)

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Which monument can you easily see from the International Space Station? i a) the Pyramids of Giza i b) the Great Wall of China A: the Pyramids of Giza c) the Eiffel Tower

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Which brothers built the 1st ever powered aircraft in 1903? a) Orville and Wilbur Wright b) Groucho and Harpo Marx A: the Wrights c) George and Fred Weasley

History Culture

Which novel was NOT written by a woman? a) Hunger Games b) Twilight

A: the Lord of the Rings

c) The Lord of the Rings d) Harry Potter

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I am the longest river in the USA, running through or along 10 American states from Minnesota to Louisiana. I cover an amazing 4,070 km. What am I? A: the Mississippi River

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Which ship took the first pilgrims to North America? a) The Mayflower c) The Santa Maria b) Titanic
A: the Mayflower (in 1620)

Culture

Which couple is not in love?

A: Monica and Ross (in Friends)

a) Monica and Ross b) Ron and Hermione c) Edward and Bella

Geography

How many states are there in the United States?

A: 50

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Which Founding Father never became President of the USA? a) Benjamin Franklin b) Thomas Jefferson A: Benjamin Franklin c) George Washington

History Culture

Which superhero is NOT human? a) Superman b) Spiderman b) Green Lantern c) Batman

A: Superman (hes from Krypton)

Geography

I am the second largest lake in Scotland. I am best known for the sightings of a legendary monster. What I am?
A: Loch Ness

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I was an Italian explorer who travelled 4 times across the Atlantic Ocean and discovered the Americas for Spain in the 1490s. Who was I? A: Christopher Columbus

In a book by C.S. Lewis, where did four children find an entrance to Narnia? io a) at the bottom of a well b) in a hidden cave A: at the back of a wardrobe c) at the back of a wardrobe

Culture

Which island is part of the Kingdom of Denmark, but is 50 times larger than Denmark itself? a) Iceland b) Ireland A: Greenland c) Greenland c) Australia

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Who was the first President of the United States?

A: George Washington

In London, where can you see waxwork replicas of famous people? a) Houses of Parliament b) Madame Tussauds A: Madame Tussauds c) Tower of London

Geography

Culture

If you are cycling through Britain, which side of the road should you be on: left or right?
A: left

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In 1961, the first human to go to space and complete an orbit of the Earth was a German cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin. Is it true or False? A: False, he was Russian

Who is NOT a character of a fairy tale? a) Rumpelstiltskin c) Cinderella b) Snow White d) Shrek
A: Shrek

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Which country has borders with China, the United States, Finland and Ukraine? i a) Canada b) Russia A: Russia c) India

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Margaret Thatcher was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990. Her nickname was the Iron Lady. Is it true or false? A: True

Roughly, how many languages are there in the world? a) 2,000 c) 7,000 b) 5,000 d) 10,000
A: 7,000

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I am the most populous Spanish-speaking country in the world. Before Europeans colonized me, the Mayans and the Aztecs had already established advanced civilizations A: Mexico within my modern borders. What am I?

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When it was completed in 1889, the Eiffel Tower was the tallest structure in the world. Is it true or false?
A: true

Nicknamed the King of Pop, I was a very talented singer and dancer and I sold millions of albums worldwide. I died in 2009 in my house in Los Angeles. A: Michael Jackson Who am I?

Geography

Culture

Which island country is NOT in the Caribbean Sea? a) Cuba c) Jamaica b) Madagascar d) Haiti
A: Madagascar

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What happened first: The French Revolution or the American Revolutionary War?
A: the American War of Independence (1775-1783) o the French Revolution (1789-1799)

Geography

Culture

I am an Italian dish that has become popular all over the world. I am a baked bread, usually cooked with a tomato sauce, cheese and other ingredients. What am I? A: Pizza

What city is famous for its yellow cabs, the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty?
A: New York City

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Which country was the first to give women the right to vote? a) Saudi Arabia c) New Zealand b) the United Kingdom d) the United States
A: c) in 1893 d) in 1920, b) in 1928 a) in 2015

Culture

Which holiday is NOT a religious holiday? a) Hanukkah c) Easter b) Labour Day d) Eid al-Fitr
A: Labour Day

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Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in Ireland. It is a ring of standing stones whose construction started around 3100 BC. Is it true or false? A: False, it s in England

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I was Queen of a vast Empire from 1837 to 1901. I ruled longer than any other monarch in my country. In 1876 I also became Empress of India. Who I am? A: Queen Victoria (British Empire)

Are these words British English or American English? a) realise b) traveler c) centre d) neighbour e) theater f) travelling g) color h) organize
A: BrE a c d - f AmE b - e - g - h

Geography

Which flag does NOT contain stars? a) the EU flag c) the Australian flag b) the US flag d) the UK flag
A: d) it contains 2 crosses

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Which country was never a part of the British Empire? a) India b) Canada
A: Iceland

c) The Bahamas d) Iceland

Culture

Which movie was NOT adapted from a novel? a) Hunger Games b) Star Wars
A: Star Wars

c) The Devil Wears Prada d) The Hobbit

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I am a country but also the smallest continent on Earth. I was discovered by Dutch explorers in 1606 and I later became a colony of the British Empire. A: Australia What am I?

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Which system of racial segregation ended first: the Apartheid in South Africa or the Jim Crow Laws in the USA?
A: Jim Crow Laws ended in 1965 , while the apartheid ended in 1994.

Geography

Culture

I am a very famous French fairy tale about a young girl and a wolf. I teach children that it is dangerous to talk to strangers. What am I? A: Little Red Riding Hood

Which language is spoken in the most countries? a) French c) English b) Spanish d) Chinese
A: English

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Which popular Internet service started first? a) Wikipedia c) Google Search b) eBay d) Youtube
A: b) in 1995 c) 1998 a) 2001 d) 2005

Culture

Which book did Roald Dahl write? a) Eragon b) Game of Thrones

A: c) (in 1964)

c) Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Geography

The European Union is an economic and political union of 26 members states located in Europe. Is it true or false?
A: False, there are 27 states.

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Which invention is the most recent? a) the World Wide Web b) the PC c) the video game console A: d) created in 1995 d) the DVD a) in 1990 c) in 1972 b) in 1957

History Culture

Which teen TV series is NOT based on a series of novels? a) Glee b) Pretty Little Liars
A: Glee

b) The Vampire Diaries

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I am a district in Los Angeles, California. When people hear my name they immediately think of the American cinema industry. What am I? A: Hollywood.

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Who was NOT a British monarch? a) George VI c) Henry IV b) William IV d) Edward VII
A: Henry IV (he ruled England before the United Kingdom of Great Britain was formed in 1707)

I am an English actor and model who started my career by playing in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Thanks to the role I played in the Twilight saga I A: Robert Pattinson became world-famous . Who I am?

Geography

Culture

What country has borders with France, Germany and Austria?

A: Switzerland

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Which war started in 1955 and ended in 1975? a) the Cold War c) World War II b) the Vietnam War d) the Iran-Iraq War
A: the Vietnam War

Culture

What book series did J.K Rowling write?

A: the Harry Potter series (7 novels)

Geography

Im a country in North Africa on the Mediterranean coast. I gained my independence from France in 1962 after an eight-year war. What am I?
A: Algeria

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In which war were England and France allies? a) The Napoleonic Wars A: they were allies during WWI (1914-1918) b) The Seven Years War They were enemies in a) (1803- 1815 ) c) World War I b) (1756-1763)

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Born in 1961 in New Zealand, I am a film director, producer and screenwriter. I am best known for my film trilogies The Lord of the Rings and its prequel The A: Peter Jackson Hobbit. Who am I?

What country is located at the southern tip of Africa and has 3 capital cities and 11 official languages?
A: South Africa

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I was a French military and political leader. I came to power in 1799 after a coup dtat and became the first Emperor of the French five years later. A: Napoleon Bonaparte Who was I?

History Culture

Who didnt win an Oscar for Best Director in the last 10 years? a) Steven Spielberg b) Danny Boyle c) Martin Scorsese d) Clint Eastwood
A: a) but he won one in 1993 and again in 1998

Geography

What country is the largest Spanish-speaking nation in the world and shares borders with Brazil, Chile and Uruguay.
A: Argentina

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I was King of France in the 18th century. I supported the American War of Independence. During the French Revolution I was arrested and beheaded. A: Louis XVI (1754-1793) Who was I?

History Culture

Ang Lee is a Taiwanese-born American film director. He won an Oscar for Best Director for Titanic in 1997. Is it true or false?
A: False, James Cameron directed Titanic.

Geography

Which river is the longest in the world? a) The Mississippi River b) The Nile c) The Amazon River i
A: The Nile (6,650 km) b) 2nd a) 4th d) 6th

d) the Yellow River

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Which invention is the oldest?

A: c) in the 2nd century BC

a) 7th c. AD

d) 9th c. AD b) 1286

a) Porcelain b) Eyeglasses c) Paper d) Gunpowder

Culture

Name a TV series who talks about the life of a group of New Yorkers in their late twenties / early thirties.
A: Friends, How I Met Your Mother

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I am an island country in the Pacific Ocean. My capital city is Wellington. Im famous for my rugby team and the traditional war dance they perform before A: New Zealand their match. What am I?

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From the 16th to the 19th centuries, most of the slaves transported to the New World by Europeans were Africans. Is it true or false?
A: True, the Atlantic slave trade ended in the 1860s.

Which novel was written first? a) Alices Adventures in Wonderland b) the Hobbit c) Dracula A: d) published in 1818 d) Frankenstein a) 1865 c) 1897 b) 1937

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I am the most populous state in the U.S. and Im located on the West Coast. More than 40% of my residents do not speak English as a first language at home. A: California What am I?

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I am worlds largest and most important international organization. I was founded in 1945 after World War II to facilitate peace and cooperation A: The United Nations between countries. What am I?

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Which piece of clothing was named after an atoll (= group of island) in the Pacific Ocean? a) the bikini A: the bikini (Bermuda is in the North b) the Bermuda shorts Atlantic Ocean, the tube top is a shirt with c) the tube top no sleeves or shoulders)

Culture

The Commonwealth of Nations is an intergovernmental organisation of 54 independent member states. All members except Mozambique and Rwanda were part of the British A: True Empire. Is it true or false?

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Elizabeth IIs reign started in February 1952. Is it true or false?

A: True (she was crowned in 1953)

Culture

Who is the most famous English playwright of all times?

A: William Shakespeare

Geography

Which is NOT part of Great Britain? a) England c) Scotland b) Ireland d) Wales

A: Ireland

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