The Big Orange Brain Squeeze - For Stand Up To Cancer

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1. Which band was Jason Orange formerly a member of?

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Jason Orange was formerly a member of the band Take That.

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The Big Orange Brain Squeeze - For Stand Up To Cancer - Quiz

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2. Which famous ginger married English comedian and Borat actor Sacha Baron Cohen in 2002?

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Isla Fisher is the correct answer because she is a famous ginger actress who married English comedian and Borat actor Sacha Baron Cohen in 2002.

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3. Which famous ginger plays lead character Nicholas Brody in Homeland?

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Damian Lewis is the correct answer because he is a famous ginger actor who played the lead character Nicholas Brody in the TV show Homeland. Rupert Grint is also a famous ginger actor, but he did not play this particular role. Seth Green and David Caruso are not gingers and are not associated with the show Homeland.

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4. Who directed the 1971 film A Clockwork Orange?

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Stanley Kubrick directed the 1971 film A Clockwork Orange.

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5. Which of these countries has orange in their flag?

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India has orange in their flag. The flag of India consists of three horizontal stripes of saffron (orange), white, and green, with a blue chakra (wheel) in the center. The saffron color represents courage and sacrifice, and orange is a shade of saffron. Therefore, India is the country that has orange in their flag.

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6. At which stage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup were the Netherlands knocked out?

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The Netherlands were knocked out in the semi-finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. This means that they reached the stage just before the final match. They were not able to advance further and compete for the championship title.

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7. Which band released the song "orange crush" in 1988?

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REM released the song "Orange Crush" in 1988. The Clash, U2, and Red Hot Chili Peppers did not release this song in that year. REM is an American rock band known for their alternative rock sound, and "Orange Crush" was one of their popular singles from their album "Green."

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8. Which of these is not an orange property in the standard UK version of Monopoly (London)?

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Northumberland Avenue is not an orange property in the standard UK version of Monopoly (London). The orange properties in the game are Bow Street, Marlborough Street, and Vine Street. Northumberland Avenue is not included in this group and therefore is not an orange property.

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9. In which year was William of Orange crowned monarch of England, Scotland and Ireland?

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In 1689, William of Orange was crowned monarch of England, Scotland, and Ireland. This event is known as the Glorious Revolution, which occurred when William and his wife Mary overthrew King James II in order to establish Protestant rule. William's ascension to the throne marked a significant shift in power and religious tolerance in England.

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10. Which country produces the most oranges (metric tonnes)?

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Brazil produces the most oranges in terms of metric tonnes. This can be attributed to Brazil's favorable climate and large agricultural land, which are conducive for orange cultivation. The country has a long history of orange production and is known for its vast orange orchards. Additionally, Brazil has invested in advanced farming techniques and technology, further boosting its orange production. As a result, Brazil has emerged as the leading producer of oranges globally.

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11. At which station does the London Overground (the orange line) intersect with the Jubilee line?

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West Hampstead is the correct answer because it is the station where the London Overground (orange line) intersects with the Jubilee line.

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12. In which Shakespeare play would you find the quote 'Give not this rotten orange to your friend; She's but the sign and semblance of her honor'?

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The quote "Give not this rotten orange to your friend; She's but the sign and semblance of her honor" is from the play Much Ado About Nothing.

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13. On average how many orange smarties are there in a standard 37g tube?

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The correct answer is 5 because it states that on average there are 5 orange smarties in a standard 37g tube.

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14. In which decade did Terry's launch their chocolate orange in the UK?

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In the 1930s, Terry's launched their chocolate orange in the UK.

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15. How many Emmy nominations did TV series 'Orange is the New Black' receive in 2014?

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In 2014, the TV series 'Orange is the New Black' received 12 Emmy nominations.

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Which band was Jason Orange formerly a member of?
Which famous ginger married English comedian and Borat actor Sacha...
Which famous ginger plays lead character Nicholas Brody in Homeland?
Who directed the 1971 film A Clockwork Orange?
Which of these countries has orange in their flag?
At which stage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup were the Netherlands knocked...
Which band released the song "orange crush" in 1988?
Which of these is not an orange property in the standard UK version of...
In which year was William of Orange crowned monarch of England,...
Which country produces the most oranges (metric tonnes)?
At which station does the London Overground (the orange line)...
In which Shakespeare play would you find the quote 'Give not this...
On average how many orange smarties are there in a standard 37g tube?
In which decade did Terry's launch their chocolate orange in the...
How many Emmy nominations did TV series 'Orange is the New Black'...
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