Published: Friday 12th May 2023A free general knowledge quiz for those who enjoy a more challenging quiz.
In Greek mythology, why did Orpheus travel to the underworld?To rescue his wife (Eurydice).
In which town in Cumbria was comedian Stan Laurel born?Ulveston.
Which country is the World's largest producer of bananas?India.
Lady Jane Grey was executed during which century? 16th (12th Feb 1554).
Which songs with "Morning" in the title were UK top twenty hits for the following artists [a] Donny & Marie Osmond (1974), [b] Oliver (1969), [c] Oasis (2000), [d] Sugar Ray (1999) and [e] Blue Mink (1970)?[a] "Morning Side of the Mountain", reached no 5, [b] "Good Morning Starshine", no 6, [c] "Sunday Morning Call", no 4, [d] "Every Morning", no 10 and [e] "Good Morning Freedom", no 10.
How many stars feature on the flag of Australia?Six.
What is the term for a mishearing the lyrics of a song that give it a different meaning?Mondegreen.
What is the chemical symbol for Antimony?Sb.
What spirit is used to make a Mojito?White Rum.
Who provided the voice of Jessica Rabbit in "Who Framed Roger Rabbit"?Kathleen Turner.
In which Thomas Hardy novel would you find the characters Gabriel Oak and Fanny Robin?Far From the Madding Crowd.
With which team did Fernando Alonso win the F1 World Championship in 2005 and 2006?Renault.
What was the name of the coffee bar in London's Soho that is said to be the birthplace of British Rock 'n' Roll?The 2is Coffee Bar.
How did Lord Howard of Effingham achieve naval fame?He defeated the Spanish Armada
After which Greek God is the month of May named?Maia.
What is the largest city by population in the European Union, that is not a capital city?Hamburg.
The wine region of Hawkes' Bay can be found in which country?New Zealand.
In which US State is the animated sitcom "South Park" set?Colorado.
In the book "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" what are the names of the prize winning children?Augustus Gloop, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, Mike Teavee and Charlie Bucket.
What single gave Elton John his first UK solo number one hit?Sacrifice.
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