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General knowledge can be a good ice breaker at parties, and it can also educate you about several of the most critical events in history or be an avenue for learning. This quiz necessitates knowledge of questions like which president was assaulted at a train station, the chemical symbol for potassium, and the volume of a cylinder. This quiz can be helpful when learning general knowledge.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Which American president was assaulted at a train station?

    • A.

      George Washington

    • B.

      Woodrow Wilson

    • C.

      William Taft

    • D.

      James Garfield

    • E.

      Franklin D. Roosevelt

    Correct Answer
    D. James Garfield
    Explanation
    James Garfield was the American president who was assaulted at a train station. In July 1881, Garfield was shot by Charles J. Guiteau at the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Station in Washington, D.C. Garfield survived the initial attack but succumbed to his injuries two months later. This event marked one of the most significant acts of violence against a U.S. president in history.

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  • 2. 

    What is the capital city of Sudan?

    • A.

      Dublin

    • B.

      Khartoum

    • C.

      Niarobi

    • D.

      Dijibouti

    • E.

      Paris

    Correct Answer
    B. Khartoum
    Explanation
    Khartoum is the correct answer because it is the capital city of Sudan. Located at the confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile rivers, Khartoum is the political, cultural, and economic center of Sudan. It is the largest city in the country and serves as the administrative capital, housing the government institutions and foreign embassies.

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  • 3. 

    What is the chemical symbol for potassium?

    • A.

      K

    • B.

      Na

    • C.

      Po

    • D.

      Pt

    • E.

      P

    Correct Answer
    A. K
    Explanation
    The chemical symbol for potassium is K.

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  • 4. 

    What is the German word for tree?

    • A.

      Fluss

    • B.

      Baum

    • C.

      Schule

    • D.

      Werken

    • E.

      Papier

    Correct Answer
    B. Baum
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Baum" because it is the German word for tree.

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  • 5. 

    Who is Minister for Defence in the Irish Government?

    • A.

      Mary Coughlan

    • B.

      Martin Cullen

    • C.

      Dermot Ahern

    • D.

      Willie O'Dea

    • E.

      Brian Lenihan

    Correct Answer
    D. Willie O'Dea
    Explanation
    Willie O'Dea is the correct answer because he served as the Minister for Defence in the Irish Government.

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  • 6. 

    Who was the star of the Western film " The Alamo"?

    • A.

      John Wayne

    • B.

      James Cagney

    • C.

      Robert De Niro

    • D.

      Stan Laurel

    • E.

      Humphrey Bogart

    Correct Answer
    A. John Wayne
    Explanation
    John Wayne was the star of the Western film "The Alamo". He is a well-known actor who has appeared in numerous Western films throughout his career. His portrayal of characters in Western films has made him an iconic figure in the genre. Therefore, it is reasonable to conclude that John Wayne was the star of "The Alamo" based on his past work and reputation in Western films.

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  • 7. 

    What is the volume of a cylinder?

    • A.

      Pie r squared

    • B.

      Pie squared

    • C.

      Pie r squared h

    • D.

      H squared

    • E.

      Pie h

    Correct Answer
    C. Pie r squared h
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Pie r squared h." This is the formula for calculating the volume of a cylinder, where "r" represents the radius of the base, "h" represents the height of the cylinder, and "Pie" represents the mathematical constant pi (approximately equal to 3.14). Multiplying the square of the radius by the height and pi gives us the volume of the cylinder.

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  • 8. 

    Name the two countries which are members of the G20?

    • A.

      Ireland

    • B.

      Germany

    • C.

      Russia

    • D.

      Slovakia

    • E.

      Greece

    Correct Answer(s)
    B. Germany
    C. Russia
    Explanation
    Germany and Russia are members of the G20. The G20 is a group of 20 major economies, including both developed and developing countries, that come together to discuss and coordinate on global economic issues. Germany is one of the largest economies in the world and plays a significant role in shaping global economic policies. Russia, as a major emerging market, is also a member of the G20 and participates in discussions on various economic and financial matters.

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  • 9. 

    Who wrote the books Artemis Fowl?

    • A.

      Eoin Wilson

    • B.

      Charles Dickens

    • C.

      Anthony Horowitz

    • D.

      J.K. Rowling

    • E.

      Eoin Colfer

    Correct Answer
    E. Eoin Colfer
    Explanation
    Eoin Colfer is the correct answer because he is the author of the Artemis Fowl books.

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