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Topical Quiz - 29 December, 2023
Challenge the family with a topical quiz on late-December headlines, big talking points, and news stories that got people discussing events at the end of 2023.
1 .
"The Sound of Music" once again appeared during prime-time TV viewing on Christmas Day. When was it initially released as a film?
1945
1955
1965
1975
"The Sound of Music" originally debuted as a stage musical in 1959
2 .
For his first Christmas speech to the nation, where did King Charles choose as the setting?
Balmoral
Buckingham Palace
Sandringham
Windsor Castle
The programme attracted nearly 7.5 million viewers and was the most-watched programme on Christmas Day
3 .
The West Midlands police recently welcomed two new canine police recruits. What names have they chosen for them?
Blitzen and Vixen
Bolt and Bella
Duke and Daisy
Rocky and Ruby
Just a reminder, Santa's other reindeer are Comet, Cupid, Dancer, Dasher, Donner, Prancer, and, last but not least, Rudolph!
4 .
What was notable about the weather in England on Christmas Eve?
It was the most humid for 25 years
It was the sunniest for 25 years
It was the warmest for 25 years
It was the windiest for 25 years
Meanwhile, Beijing in China was shivering in its coldest December stretch for 70 years.
5 .
Which of the BBC's weather presenters got married on Wednesday?
Carol Kirkwood
Louise Lear
Chris Fawkes
Tomasz Schafernaker
Carol, who has been a part of the BBC for 25 years and has earned numerous awards and the affection of many due to her charming smile, recently tied the knot with her new husband, "Steve." We extend our heartfelt wishes for their future happiness together.
6 .
The state of Maine in the USA has ruled that Donald Trump cannot run for president next year in the state. Where is Maine?
In the North, near the Canadian border
In the East, near Virginia
In the South, near Florida
In the West, near California
Maine, situated in the North near the Canadian border, has joined Colorado (located near the middle of the country) in declaring that Donald Trump is not a suitable candidate for the upcoming presidential election.
7 .
Which highly respected organization reported that unpredictable weather is "causing chaos" for nature?
BTO (British Trust for Ornithology)
National Trust
RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)
Zoological Society of London
The National Trust said that some of the problems caused by unpredictable weather include the emergence of new pests and diseases thriving in our warmer conditions, increased algal blooms in freshwater areas, and plants coming into bloom early, making them more susceptible to frost damage.
8 .
A rare tornado created a "whirlwind of madness" in which town to the East of Manchester this week?
Hyde
Oldham
Stalybridge
Stockport
The tornado lasted only about 60 seconds but resulted in extensive damage to numerous houses and left many residents terrified
9 .
On Thursday, which UK landmark was mistakenly reported to be on fire?
Blackpool Tower
Edinburgh Castle
London Eye
Tower Bridge
Fortunately, it was a false alarm, and the reported fire turned out to be nothing more dangerous than orange netting flapping in the wind.
10 .
Who has been charged with trespassing in Yellowstone National Park?
Daniel Craig
George Lazenby
Pierce Brosnan
Roger Moore
All of the above actors have portrayed James Bond, but it's Pierce Brosnan who now faces the possibility of spending up to 6 months in jail for "foot travel in a thermal area." No doubt "M" will not be amused!
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