1.
Which note does an orchestra tune to?
Correct Answer
A. A
Explanation
In case anyone's interested, the oboe provides the A and everyone else tunes their A to that note, to make sure everyone's the same. The oboe has a bright, penetrating sound, and is generally more stable a note than the other instruments.
2.
Which of the following countries was the first to give the vote to women?
Correct Answer
B. New Zealand
Explanation
New Zealand - 1893
USA - 1920
UK - 1928
Switzerland - 1971
3.
Which city suffered the most casualties in World War II due to aerial bombardment?
Correct Answer
D. Tokyo
Explanation
The estimated death toll in Tokyo was 88,000–100,000, compared to 43,000 in London, 20,000 to 50,000 in Berlin and 6,000–7,000 in Warsaw.
4.
True or False - everyone in the UK has to fill out a tax return?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Luckily for us, very few people in the UK have to fill out a tax return. Most people have tax deducted from their payslip, and if that's their only income they don't normally have to fill out a tax return - if you receive child benefit though, and either you or your partner earns over £50,000 then you will have to fill one in, so don't get caught out!