Quiz : How Much Do You Know About Random Stuff?

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How much do you know about the random stuff happening in the world? Our fun quiz is here to test your basic knowledge! Let's see how well versed you are with the world and the happening around the world. Do you think you can pass this fun quiz with flying colors? Let's give you a fair chance! Read the questions carefully before attempting, and make sure to answer all the questions given. Your score will be reflected only after you've finished the quiz. Have fun and keep playing!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    9/11 was in what year?

    • A.

      2001

    • B.

      2000

    • C.

      1999

    • D.

      2004

    Correct Answer
    A. 2001
    Explanation
    The tragic events of 9/11, where terrorist attacks were carried out using hijacked airplanes hitting the World Trade Center in New York and other targets, occurred in the year 2001. This date marks a significant moment in modern American history.

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  • 2. 

    Hitlers german name was?

    • A.

      Feührer

    • B.

      Führer

    • C.

      Furur

    • D.

      Furrier than that other guy

    Correct Answer
    B. Führer
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Führer." This is the correct spelling of Hitler's German name, which was "Der Führer." The term "Führer" translates to "leader" in English and was used to refer to Hitler as the leader of Nazi Germany.

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  • 3. 

    Which metal is heavier?

    • A.

      Gold

    • B.

      Silver

    • C.

      Magnesium

    • D.

      Lithium

    Correct Answer
    A. Gold
    Explanation
    Gold is heavier than silver, magnesium, and lithium. This is because gold has a higher density compared to these metals. Density is a measure of how much mass is packed into a given volume. Since gold has a higher density, it means that a given volume of gold would have more mass compared to the same volume of silver, magnesium, or lithium. Therefore, gold is the heaviest metal among the options given.

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  • 4. 

    How many legs does a butterfly have?

    • A.

      2

    • B.

      4

    • C.

      6

    • D.

      the butterfly has no legs

    Correct Answer
    C. 6
    Explanation
    The given answer is incorrect. Butterflies have six legs.

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  • 5. 

    What is a rhino's horn made of?

    • A.

      Muscles

    • B.

      Bone

    • C.

      Calcium 

    • D.

      Keratin

    Correct Answer
    D. Keratin
    Explanation
    Keratin is the same type of protein that makes up human hair and nails. Unlike the horns of other animals, which have a bony core, a rhino's horn is composed entirely of compacted keratin fibers. This makes it unique in its structure and composition.

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  • 6. 

    Smallest ocean is?

    • A.

      Atlantic

    • B.

      Arctic

    • C.

      New zealand

    • D.

      Dead sea

    Correct Answer
    B. Arctic
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Arctic. The Arctic Ocean is the smallest ocean in the world, located around the North Pole and surrounded by the northernmost regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It is characterized by its icy waters and is significantly smaller in size compared to the other oceans, such as the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific.

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  • 7. 

    Biggest desert is?

    • A.

      Antarctic Desert

    • B.

      Sonoran desert

    • C.

      Thar desert

    • D.

      Kalahari desert

    Correct Answer
    A. Antarctic Desert
    Explanation
    The biggest desert is the Antarctic Desert, covering about 5.5 million square miles. Often overlooked because of its icy landscape, it qualifies as a desert due to its extremely low humidity and precipitation, receiving less than two inches of rainfall per year, making it the largest and driest desert on Earth.

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  • 8. 

    Which is the world literacy day?

    • A.

      8th september

    • B.

      9th october

    • C.

      34th october

    Correct Answer
    A. 8th september
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 8th September. The World Literacy Day is celebrated on this day globally to raise awareness about the importance of literacy and education for individuals and societies. It aims to highlight the challenges faced by those who are illiterate and promote initiatives to improve literacy rates worldwide.

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  • 9. 

    Who discovered Australia?

    • A.

      Porter Hilligins

    • B.

      Goldar Pattersmith

    • C.

      James Cook

    Correct Answer
    C. James Cook
    Explanation
    Captain James Cook, a British explorer, is credited with the European discovery of Australia's eastern coastline in 1770. Although Australia had been visited by Dutch explorers before, Cook's exploration led to the detailed mapping of the region and eventually to British colonization. Cook's voyages were significant in expanding European knowledge of the Pacific and establishing British claims to territories like Australia.

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  • 10. 

    The longest river is _________________.

    • A.

      Metolius river

    • B.

      Yukon river

    • C.

      Avon

    • D.

      Nile

    Correct Answer
    D. Nile
    Explanation
    The Nile is the longest river in the world, spanning approximately 4,135 miles. It flows through eleven countries in northeastern Africa, including Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia. The Nile has been a vital water source for civilizations in the region for thousands of years, supporting agriculture, transportation, and trade. Its length and importance make it the correct answer to the question.

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