What Happened In 2009
What happened in 2009? Music, TV and other stuff
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Mercury Music Prize 2009Who won?
- A.
Bat For Lashes
- B.
Florence and the Machine
- C.
Speech Debelle
- D.
Glasvegas
Correct Answer
C. Speech DebelleExplanation
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- 2.
How old was Patrick Swayze when he died?
- A.
55
- B.
57
- C.
58
- D.
49
Correct Answer
B. 57Explanation
Patrick Swayze was 57 years old when he died. This information is not explicitly mentioned in the question, but it is given as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In the Chinese calender, 2009 was the year of the...?
- A.
Rat
- B.
Horse
- C.
Vole
- D.
Ox
Correct Answer
D. OxExplanation
According to the Chinese calendar, each year is associated with one of the twelve zodiac animals. 2009 was the year of the Ox in the Chinese calendar.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Michael Jackson died this year (in case you didn't know), but what is the next line from Billie Jean...For forty days and for forty nights The law was on her side But who can stand when she's in demand
Correct Answer
Her schemes and plans
Her Schemes & Plans
her schemes and plans
her schemes & plansExplanation
The next line from Billie Jean is "Her schemes and plans." This line refers to the woman mentioned in the previous lines who falsely claims that the protagonist is the father of her child. The repetition of "her schemes and plans" emphasizes the manipulative nature of her actions and suggests that she is determined to get what she wants. The variations in capitalization and punctuation do not change the meaning of the line.Rate this question:
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Who won this year's BAFTA for beat comedy performance?
- A.
Rob Brydon
- B.
David Mitchell
- C.
Claire Skinner
- D.
Stephen Fry
Correct Answer
B. David MitchellExplanation
David Mitchell won this year's BAFTA for best comedy performance.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Staying with the BAFTAs which show won best Situation Comedy?
- A.
The Inbetweeners
- B.
Outnumbered
- C.
Peep Show
- D.
The I.T. Crowd
Correct Answer
D. The I.T. CrowdExplanation
And damn funny it is tooRate this question:
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- 7.
Rage Against The Machine won the race for the xmas single, (YAY!) but which charity do proceeds from the sale of the single go to?
- A.
Unicef
- B.
Oxfam
- C.
Shelter
- D.
NSPCC
Correct Answer
C. ShelterExplanation
The correct answer is Shelter. This means that the proceeds from the sale of the single by Rage Against The Machine go to the charity Shelter.Rate this question:
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- 8.
who did Rage Against The Machine beat to the top spot?
- A.
Joe McElderry
- B.
Miss Frank
- C.
Jedward
- D.
Olly Murs
Correct Answer
A. Joe McElderryExplanation
Rage Against The Machine beat Joe McElderry to the top spot.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which top British comedian had a major role in this year's blockbuster Star Trek movie?
- A.
Bill Bailey
- B.
Eddie Izzard
- C.
Frank Skinner
- D.
Simon Pegg
Correct Answer
D. Simon PeggExplanation
Simon Pegg had a major role in this year's blockbuster Star Trek movie. He is a top British comedian known for his roles in comedy films such as Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Pegg played the character of Montgomery "Scotty" Scott in the Star Trek franchise, starting from the 2009 reboot. His portrayal of Scotty has been well-received by audiences and critics alike, making him a notable figure in the Star Trek series.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The Thick Of It was one of the years best comedy series on BBC3, but what was the spin off movie called?
- A.
The Thick Of It
- B.
In The Loop
- C.
In The Thick Of It
- D.
Yes Minister
Correct Answer
B. In The LoopExplanation
If you haven't seen it and you don't mind a lot of swearing, I encourage you to see any of the 3 series, best satire series everRate this question:
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- 11.
What was this years 'Must Have Toy?' for xmas
- A.
Ben 10 Alien Lab
- B.
Pizcoo R/C helicoopter
- C.
Go-go hamster
- D.
Rose Petal Cottage
Correct Answer
C. Go-go hamsterExplanation
The correct answer is Go-go hamster. This suggests that the Go-go hamster was the most popular and sought-after toy for Christmas this year.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Who plays Coronation Street's Molly Dobbs?
- A.
Lucy Allan
- B.
Gemma Merna
- C.
Vicky Binns
- D.
Melissa Walton
Correct Answer
C. Vicky BinnsExplanation
Vicky Binns is the correct answer because she played the character Molly Dobbs in the TV show Coronation Street.Rate this question:
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- 13.
In case you didn't know, the US elected it's first black president, Barack Obama, but who is his vice-president?
- A.
Joe Biden
- B.
Sarah Palin
- C.
John McCain
- D.
Frank Murkowski
Correct Answer
A. Joe BidenExplanation
Barack Obama's vice-president was Joe Biden.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Twitter became the social network of choice this year, but who has the most followers?
- A.
Barrack Obama
- B.
Britney Spears
- C.
Oprah Winfrey
- D.
Ashton Kutcher
Correct Answer
D. Ashton KutcherExplanation
currently has 4,139,94 followersRate this question:
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- 15.
What is the next line in this xmas favourite songWhen it snows, ain't it thrilling,Though your nose gets a chilling
Correct Answer
We'll frolic and play, the Eskimo way
we'll frolic and play the eskimo way
well frolic and play the eskimo way
we'll frolic & play the eskimo way
we'll frolic and play, the eskimo wayExplanation
The correct answer is "We'll frolic and play, the Eskimo way." This line is the continuation of the previous line and maintains the rhyme scheme of the song. It also fits with the theme of enjoying winter activities in a playful manner.Rate this question:
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A Sport Question. Who won this year's Sport Personality of the Year?
- A.
Jensen Button
- B.
Ryan Giggs
- C.
Jessica Ennis
- D.
Usain Bolt
Correct Answer
B. Ryan GiggsExplanation
Ryan Giggs won this year's Sport Personality of the Year.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which classic 70's track did the Muppets famously over and make a YouTube hit?
- A.
Bohemian Rhapsody
- B.
Dancing Queen
- C.
ABC
- D.
Love Will Keep Us Together
Correct Answer
A. Bohemian RhapsodyExplanation
The Muppets famously made a YouTube hit by performing a cover of the classic 70's track "Bohemian Rhapsody". This cover became popular due to the Muppets' unique and entertaining rendition of the song, which showcased their comedic and musical talents. The video gained widespread attention and became a viral sensation, further solidifying the Muppets' status as beloved pop culture icons.Rate this question:
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- 18.
This year actress and comedian Josie Lawrence joined the cast of Eastenders but what is her characters name?
- A.
Mandy West
- B.
Amanda Best
- C.
Tanya Branning
- D.
Ronnie Mitchell
Correct Answer
B. Amanda BestExplanation
Josie Lawrence joined the cast of Eastenders this year, and her character's name is Amanda Best.Rate this question:
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- 19.
How many years had Sir Terry Wogan been broadcasting his Radio 2 breakfast show before he retired at the end of this year?
- A.
22 years
- B.
12 years
- C.
27 years
- D.
15 years
Correct Answer
C. 27 yearsExplanation
Sir Terry Wogan had been broadcasting his Radio 2 breakfast show for 27 years before he retired at the end of that year.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Susan Boyle was a big hit with her album this year, someone who could actually sing, but, roughly how many hits has her You Tube video of her performance on Britain's Got Talent had?
- A.
35 million
- B.
30 million
- C.
20 million
- D.
25 million
Correct Answer
A. 35 millionExplanation
Susan Boyle's album was highly successful this year, showcasing her remarkable singing talent. As a result, her performance on Britain's Got Talent gained significant attention on YouTube. The video of her performance has amassed a staggering 35 million hits, demonstrating the widespread popularity and impact of her talent.Rate this question:
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