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Topical Quiz - 26 January, 2024
Welcome to our special family quiz. We've designed the quiz to provide an enjoyable and educational experience for both parents and children. It's a wonderful opportunity to bond, learn, and have a great time as a family.
Amongst other things you will learn a little about the life and works of a renowned poet.
We believe that learning can be a collaborative and enjoyable endeavour, and this quiz is the perfect platform for families to come together and celebrate the joys of shared exploration. Whether you're a poetry enthusiast or just curious to learn more about the world around us, our quiz is suitable for all ages, making it a fantastic way to spend quality time with your loved ones.
1.
Burns Night was celebrated on Thursday 25th January in honour of who?
Archie Burns
Peter Burns
Robert Burns
Thomas Burns
Robert Burns (sometimes known as Rabbie Burns) is Scotland's most celebrated poet.
2.
What is the traditional dish served at a Burns Supper?
Corned Beef Hash
Cottage Pie
Haggis
Shepherd's Pie
Haggis is made from various parts of a sheep that might be wasted otherwise. These are combined with coarse oatmeal, suet and spices and encased in a part of a sheep that is probably best not thought about. Google it if you must know!
3.
Robert Burns is most famous for "Auld Lang Syne." What is the literal translation of this phrase?
Better Times Ahead
Good Riddance
Old Long Since
Past Times Remembered
"Old long since" is usually thought of as "For old times' sake" and it is traditionally sung on New Year's Eve to herald the start of a new year.
4.
What are neonicotinoids?
Combustible fuels
Fertilizer
Insect-eating plants
Pesticides
Neonicotinoids have been established as highly hazardous to bee populations and have been prohibited by the European Union. This week, much to the disappointment of environmental activists, the UK revealed its decision to prolong its authorization for farmers to utilize this chemical.
5.
Manchester City had the highest revenue of any football club in Europe last year, but this year they have been surpassed by which club?
Real Madrid
Paris Saint-Germain
FC Barcelona
Manchester United
Real Madrid now leads in terms of revenue generation, with Paris Saint-Germain in third place, FC Barcelona in fourth, and Manchester United in fifth.
6.
New colonies of what have been identified from satellite imagery of Antarctica?
Emperor penguins
Leopard seals
Minke whales
Polar bears
It is estimated that around 600,000 of these remarkable birds live in the inhospitable conditions of the Antarctic where 8 degrees Celsius is a warm day at the coast.
7.
The Victoria & Albert Museum will loan 32 items in its collection to the country where they originated. Which African country is involved?
Ghana
Kenya
Nigeria
Uganda
The deal has provoked a legal argument around the question of whether artifacts can be "loaned" to a country that claims they own them.
8.
Japan believes that its Moon lander mission may be salvaged by what?
Gravity
Rain
Sunlight
Wind
The problem has been that the lander is short of power, but this may be resolved if sunlight hits it in the right place in the future.
9.
There was an "alarming" 45-fold increase in which disease across Europe last year?
Influenza
Chickenpox
Measles
Mumps
The MMR vaccine is very effective at protecting against measles, mumps and rubella but health chiefs are worried that 15% of children starting primary school have not had both required jabs.
10.
How many Oscar categories were announced during the recent nominations?
3
13
23
33
The 'Big 5' Oscars encompass "Best Picture," "Best Director," "Best Actor," "Best Actress," and "Best Screenplay." Additionally, various other categories, including "Best Film Editing" and "Best Costume Design," also have their own dedicated Oscars.
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