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Topical Quiz - 19 January, 2024
Test your family’s news knowledge with a topical quiz about current affairs, public stories, technology, and events people were discussing in January 2024.
1 .
Which mountain range features in the annual Winter Spine Race?
Andes
Himalayas
Pennines
Ural
The challenging race spans approximately 268 miles (431 km) along the Pennine Way, starting from Edale in Derbyshire, England, and ending in Kirk Yetholm, Scotland.
2 .
What is the name of the largest iceberg in the world?
A23a
Glacial Titan
Frost Monarch
Polar Levianthan
This colossal ice formation has a vast surface area of 4,000 square kilometers (1,500 square miles), which is twice the size of Greater London. Given that it is the largest iceberg in the world, you might expect it to deserve a more auspicious name!
3 .
Who holds the title of the world's largest smartphone manufacturer?
Apple
Samsung
Xiaomi
Vivo
In a significant shift, Apple surpassed Samsung this year to claim the top position for the first time in 12 years.
4 .
On which continent has a vast ancient city recently been discovered?
Africa
Asia
Europe
South America
The city had been concealed by dense vegetation for over 1,000 years and it is altering scientists' understanding of the history of Amazonian civilizations.
5 .
What is responsible for the unexpected rise in inflation this month?
Clothing and footwear
Communications
Food and drink
Tobacco and alcohol
The main factor behind this inflation spike has been tobacco, with prices surging by 16% in 2023, primarily due to increased duty.
6 .
What world record did 2023 set?
The coldest year
The warmest year
The driest year
The wettest year
In the UK, 2023 marked the second warmest year on record.
7 .
The Rekom company is considering administration and it possesses a chain of 35 what?
Nightclubs
Pubs
Restaurants
Shops
According to the company, its primary challenges stem from rising energy costs and reduced spending by students due to the cost of living.
8 .
What percentage of the UK population have not had the recommended number of Covid jabs?
14%
24%
34%
44%
Researchers suggest that this group of under-vaccinated individuals has contributed to over 7,000 hospital admissions that could have been prevented.
9 .
A recent Cambridge study revealed that girls tend to outperform boys in most school subjects, but in which subject do boys typically outperform girls?
English
Maths
Science
Geography
Despite young women achieving higher qualifications in school, they still face underrepresentation in STEM-related occupations (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).
10 .
During this week's 75th Emmy Awards, who secured the prestigious "Outstanding drama series" award?
House of the Dragon
Succession
The Crown
The White Lotus
The Emmy Awards are often compared to the UK BAFTAs (British Academy of Film and Television Arts).
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