World Record Attempt By Richard Branson! Trivia Facts Quiz
Richard Branson is a British Business Magnate, entrepreneur, and adventure, he was born in Shamley Green, Surrey, England, he is known for his publicity stunts and also for setting records in powerboat racing. What do you know about Branson's World Record Attempt! Try this Quiz to find out.
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How many world records has Richard Branson broken?
- A.
5
- B.
7
- C.
10
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. 7Explanation
Richard Branson has broken 7 world records.Rate this question:
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What year did Branson cross the Pacific from Japan to Arctic Canada?
- A.
1990
- B.
1991
- C.
1992
- D.
1993
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B. 1991Explanation
In 1991, Branson crossed the Pacific from Japan to Arctic Canada.Rate this question:
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Which of these month did Branson cross the Pacific from Japan to Arctic Canada?
- A.
October
- B.
March
- C.
January
- D.
December
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C. JanuaryExplanation
Branson crossed the Pacific from Japan to Arctic Canada in January.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When did Branson set a record by travelling from Dover to Calais in a Gibbs Aquada in 1 hour, 40 minutes and 6 seconds, the fastest crossing of the English Channel in an amphibious vehicle?
- A.
April 2004
- B.
October 2004
- C.
January 2004
- D.
March 2004
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D. March 2004 -
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When did Branson and his children make an unsuccessful attempt at an eastbound record crossing of the Atlantic Ocean under sail in the 99 feet (30 m) sloop Virgin Money?
- A.
September 2007
- B.
September 2008
- C.
April 2008
- D.
March 2007
Correct Answer
B. September 2008Explanation
Branson and his children made an unsuccessful attempt at an eastbound record crossing of the Atlantic Ocean under sail in the 99 feet (30 m) sloop Virgin Money in September 2008.Rate this question:
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How old is Branson?.
- A.
81
- B.
64
- C.
69
- D.
72
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C. 69 -
- 7.
What year did he set the record for the first hot air balloon to cross the Atlantic?
- A.
1987
- B.
1985
- C.
1980
- D.
1989
Correct Answer
A. 1987Explanation
In 1987, he set the record for the first hot air balloon to cross the Atlantic.Rate this question:
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Which of these years did Sir Richard, Per Lindstrand and Steve Fossett make attempts to circumnavigate the globe by balloon?
- A.
1996 to 1998
- B.
1995 to 1998
- C.
1993 to 1995
- D.
1995 to 1999
Correct Answer
B. 1995 to 1998Explanation
Sir Richard, Per Lindstrand, and Steve Fossett made attempts to circumnavigate the globe by balloon from 1995 to 1998.Rate this question:
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How old was Branson when he crossed from Dymchurch, Kent, to Wimereux in northern France in three hours 45 minutes?
- A.
68
- B.
52
- C.
60
- D.
61
Correct Answer
D. 61Explanation
Branson was 61 years old when he crossed from Dymchurch, Kent, to Wimereux in northern France in three hours and 45 minutes.Rate this question:
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When did Branson cross from Dymchurch, Kent, to Wimereux in northern France in three hours 45 minutes?
- A.
July 1980
- B.
July 2010
- C.
July 1990
- D.
July 2012
Correct Answer
D. July 2012 -
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