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Apple tart translates into French as `tarte aux…' what? Pommes

The meat and potato dish, stovies, comes from which UK country? Scotland

The Earl of Warwick was nicknamed 'Kingmaker' in which period of conflict; Wars of the Roses or English Civil War?

Wars of the Roses

In marketing slang, which acronym is short for a couple with a double income and no kids yet? Dinky

The historical European doctrine that the monarch is answerable only to God was known as what?

Divine Right of Kings

Which Chancellor of the Exchequer said of Black Wednesday of 1992 "Je ne regrette rien"? Norman Lamont

In computer terminology, in the acronym RAM, the letter 'R' stands for what? Random

What 'W' is the name of the fielding position behind the batsman in cricket that necessitates wearing special gloves?

Wicketkeeper

"Cor, stinks in here" was the first line in the first episode of which UK soap opera? EastEnders

In which country of the UK is the town of Mold? Wales

Who won a Golden Globe in January 2001 for her role in `Almost Famous`? Kate Hudson

In which US state is Yale University located? Connecticut

From which country of the UK does the fish soup Cullen skink come? Scotland

The ritual suicide known as 'hara-kiri' was once an accepted practice in which Asian country? Japan

Which word, mimicking the sound of bells ringing, can mean `vigorously contested` when applied to a fight?

Ding-Dong

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What is the name of the stylised flower emblem of French royalty? Fleur De Lis

Which United Nations' body has five permanent members, and ten elected by the General Assembly for two-year terms?

Security Council

Which famous British scientist wrote in 1676, "If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants"?

Isaac Newton

A move in rugby in which the ball is kicked high and forwards and the players rush to catch it is an 'Up-and-…' what?

Under

Which children's characters created by Elisabeth Beresford in 1968 went on to feature on TV and in the pop charts?

The Wombles

What `W` is the name of the peninsula on which the town of Birkenhead is situated? Wirral

What is the name of Ben Elton's directorial debut, about a childless couple desperate for a baby? Maybe Baby

In 1997, 'Bitter Sweet Symphony' was the first top ten hit for which band? The Verve

The red wine sold in its first year of vintage and available from November 18th is known as Beaujolais... what?

Nouveau

What does the first letter 'S' stand for in the abbreviation 'S.A.S.'? Special

Which 'S' can mean a racquet sport and a variety of pumpkin? Squash

Which of the principal rooms in a house is designed for the performing of ablutions? Bathroom

In US politics, which office was held by Dan Quayle from 1989 to 1993? Vice President

In the Gregorian calendar how many months of the year have only 30 days? 4

In 2001, which female British athlete won both the World Cross Country and Half Marathon Championships?

Paula Radcliffe


The show, hosted by Jonathan Ross, featuring Julian Clary as a team captain was called 'It's only TV but I…' what?

Like It

The town of Glossop stands on the edge of which English national park? Peak District

Which actress played one of the title roles with Susan Sarandon in the 1991 film `Thelma and Louise`?

Geena Davis

What colour are the petals of the flower known as the black-eyed susan? Yellow

The vegetable pak choi derives its name from a language native to which country? China

What does the letter 'V' stand in the abbreviation R.N.V.R.? Volunteer

Which three-letter word can mean an archaeological excavation, or a taunt at someone? Dig

One way of providing hot water is to use an electrical element inside the cylinder known as what type of heater?

Immersion

In May 2000, Ken Livingstone was elected to which political position in the UK? Mayor of London

2.47 acres is the imperial equivalent of how many hectares? 1

Which word is the name for a room with equipment such as weights, bars and ropes used for physical exercise?

Gymnasium

By 2002, which BBC music show had used 10 different theme tunes and 13 different logos? Top of the Pops

Which London bridge is closest to the Houses of Parliament? Westminster Bridge

Which American former tennis player married James Bond actor George Lazenby in 2002? Pam Shriver

In the Bible, what was the first name of the father of Jacob and Esau? Isaac


Which Premiership football team from the North of England is supported by Angus Deayton and Mick Hucknall?

Manchester United

What does the letter 'F' stand for in the abbreviation of the gallantry medal the D.F.C.? Flying

The French word, `rouge`, signifies which colour? Red

Reef and Granny are types of what `K`? Knots

Which British prime minister of the 1970s owned several yachts, all called 'Morning Cloud'? Edward Heath

What fraction of one foot is one inch? One Twelfth

In football and cricket, players are said to be awarded which item of head-gear when picked for internationals?

Cap

In 2002 which fox glove-puppet returned to BBC1 after a lengthy absence? Basil Brush

Which London park lies between Horse Guards Parade and Buckingham Palace? St James`s Park

Who directed the films `It's A Wonderful Life` and `Arsenic and Old Lace`? Frank Capra

What is the nickname of Australia's national rugby league team? Kangaroos

In the 2002 New Year honours list which former manager of the England football team was awarded an OBE?

Graham Taylor

What does the letter 'D' stand for in the name of the gallantry medal known as the D.F.C.? Distinguished

The common expression used to describe an agreeable situation is 'hunky...' what? Dory

In Britain, an emerald wedding anniversary celebrates how many years of marriage? 55


In Irish politics, the Taoiseach is equivalent to the holder of which post in the UK? Prime Minister

In the metric system, 10 millimetres are equal to 1 what? Centimetre

In Hunting, the name of which bird, preceded by the word 'sitting', gives a term meaning an easy target?

Duck

Which British independent television company shared its name with a Spanish city? Granada Television

Which Welsh city stands at the mouth of the River Tawe? Swansea

In banking, what do the initials ECB stand for? European Central Bank

In 'The Matrix' trilogy, what was the name of the character played by Carrie-Anne Moss? Trinity

Which England footballer ended his career with Nagoya Grampus 8 in Japan and later became a broadcaster?

Gary Lineker

In the R.A.F. what sort of military aircraft is a Wessex? Helicopter

In sociological shorthand, employees engaged in non-manual work are said to wear collars of which colour?

White

What 'I' is a type of black ink containing lampblack that is sold in sticks and mixed with water before use?

Indian

Which government department has responsibility for prisons in England and Wales? Home Office

How many milligrams are there in 1 kilogram? One Million

Tanni Grey-Thompson was a world-class competitor in which sport; wheelchair racing or wheelchair basketball?

Wheelchair Racing

In the TV soap opera 'EastEnders' what was the first name of the Mitchell family member played by Jack Ryder?

Jamie


In which English county are the old market towns of Halstead and Witham? Essex

With which musical instrument is Miles Davis most closely associated? Trumpet

Which current TV sports presenter narrowly failed to beat the England football goal-scoring record set by Bobby Charlton?

Gary Lineker

In the Royal Air Force what sort of military aircraft is a Chinook? Helicopter

Someone who talks a lot is often said to be able to 'talk the hind leg off...' which animal? A Donkey

In dressmaking, crewel, darner, and bodkin are all types of what? Needles

At the 1996 Labour Party Conference Tony Blair famously said his three top priorities for government were…. ' what?

Education, Education, Education

In the Gregorian calendar how many days are there in the month of May? 31

What 'R' is a sport in which you'll find the terms 'blindside flanker' and an 'openside flanker'? Rugby Union

The actor who starred as Terry in the BBC comedy drama 'Manchild' is Nigel... who? Havers

Which London airport is located just outside Crawley? Gatwick

Which sea mammal shares its name with an elite force in the US Navy? Seal

In June 2001 Steve Staunton became the most capped footballer for which country? Republic of Ireland

As used by the British army what sort of military aircraft is a Gazelle? Helicopter

In common speech, to study the specifics or discuss the heart of a matter is to get to 'the nitty…' what?

Gritty


In needle work, herring-bone, feather and double-whipped are all types of what? Stitch

As Shadow Home Secretary in 1993, who said: "Tough on crime, tough on the causes of crime"? Tony Blair

In the standard Gregorian calendar how many days are there in the month of December? 31

In snooker, if you potted one red and one pink in the correct order, how many points would you score?

7

The title of the 2002 chat show was 'Johnny Vaughan…' when? Tonight

In which English county is the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells? Kent

Who became Vice-President of the USA in 2001? Dick Cheney

George Weah was the only footballer from which continent to have been named FIFA World Player of the year?

Africa

What name is given to the 6th June 1944, the day when the allies began the liberation of France during World War II?

D Day

In police work, an investigation in which the outcome is not in doubt is known as an 'open and shut...' what?

Case

On some types of fishing hook, what `B` is the name of the sharp point which faces away from the main tip?

Barb

In 1987, to whom was Jacques Chirac referring when he said "I am not prepared to accept the economics of a housewife"?

Margaret Thatcher

What is 30 divided by 5? 6

In snooker, if you potted two reds and a black in the correct order, how many points would you score?

9

What 'Q' is the surname of the rock singer Suzi who played the character Leather Tuscadero in the sitcom 'Happy Days'?

Quatro


In the UK, Blackpool and Liverpool are located on the shore of which sea? Irish Sea

How many time zones are there in Australia? Three

In which sport did Dixie Dean represent England between 1927 and 1932? Football

The calendar of which ancient civilisation featured days called the 'calends' and the 'ides'? Roman

According to the popular phrase, what `L` is a name that people are sometimes said to be 'as happy as'?

Larry

What 'A' is a measure of the width of the opening allowing light to enter a camera? Aperture

Who was president of the United States during the so-called 'Irangate' scandal of the 1980s? Ronald Reagan

Which mathematical term derived from Latin translates into English as 'By The Hundred`? Per Cent

In which Olympic sport are there events called `sculls` and `coxless pairs`? Rowing

Which 1970s TV sitcom featured a chef called Terry and a hotel guest called Miss Gatsby? Fawlty Towers

What is the name of the first cast-iron bridge spanning the river Severn near Telford in Shropshire?

Ironbridge

In which Walt Disney film are the three good fairies, Flora, Fauna and Merryweather found? Sleeping Beauty

In 1978 which South American country hosted and won the World Cup? Argentina

The kings of England from William I to Stephen were members of which royal house? Norman

The phrase used to describe an extremely long period of time is 'donkey's...' what? Years


A portion of which food served at a marriage ceremony is kept for the christening of the first child of the union?

Wedding Cake

In the English legal system, the initials DPP stand for 'Director of... ' what? Public Prosecutions

What is 2 times 19? 38

In which city did Roger Bannister set his world record by running a mile in under four minutes? Oxford

The presenter of the TV programmes 'Age Of Steam' and 'Made In Britain' was Fred… who? Dibnah

Britain`s first bungee jump in 1979 took place on which famous suspension bridge in Bristol? Clifton Suspension Bridge

In American football, how many players does each team have on the field at one time? Eleven

The Northamptonshire football club that joined the league in 2001 is called 'Rushden and…' what?

Diamonds

The cities of Thebes and Memphis were once home to the royalty of which country? Egypt

Something or someone dear to a person can be said to be 'the apple of their...' what'? Eye

What 'W' is a strip of leather or a lash attached to a handle at one end, used for driving horses? Whip

Which public school has produced the greatest number of British prime ministers? Eton

What is 52 plus 18? 70

Which fortnightly satirical publication celebrated its 1000 edition in the year 2000? Private Eye

The 2002 quiz show called `Class Of...` was presented by Zoe... who? Ball


The towns of South and North Shields sit on either side of which river? Tyne

Dharma Day and Wesak are holy festivals in which world religion? Buddhism

Which Spanish football club celebrated its centenary in March 2002? Real Madrid

The daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn later became which English monarch? Queen Elizabeth I

In popular speech, a person bearing a grudge is said to have a 'what... on their shoulder'? Chip

Which item of gardening equipment might feature variable cutting heights and a detachable grass box?

Lawnmower

Fianna Fáil is a political party in which European country? Republic of Ireland

What is 7 divided by 2? 3.5

In newspapers which columns are known informally as hatches matches and dispatches? Births Marriages and Deaths

Which 1980s comedy drama starring Jimmy Nail and Kevin Whateley was revived in 2002 with a new series set in Arizona?

Auf Wiedersehen Pet

In the UK, the town of Portishead overlooks the mouth of which river? Severn

In which city is the Australian National University located? Canberra

In February 2002, Ireland launched a joint bid to host the Euro 2008 football championships with which country of the UK?

Scotland

Guy... who was caught as one of the members of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605? Fawkes

In popular speech, a very clumsy person is often compared to a 'bull in a… what shop'? China


In touch-typing, which digit is used to operate the space-bar on a keyboard? Thumb

Under the Parliament Act of 1911, the maximum length of a term of office for government is how many years?

Five


In international post the words Par Avion indicate transportation by which means? Aeroplane

What `W` means a fall from a surfboard and was also the name of a BBC One daytime quiz show presented by Bob Monkhouse?

Wipeout

The largest theatre in Leeds is known as the West Yorkshire... what? Playhouse

Which South American country was once known as Dutch Guiana? Suriname

Footballer Gary Lineker was the top goalscorer in the World Cup finals held in Mexico in what year?

1986

In which century did the Battle of Culloden take place? Eighteenth

In popular speech, a person or thing one is pleased to see is 'A sight for sore…' what? Eyes

Which item of equipment related to dressmaking might feature a bobbin winder? Sewing Machine

What was the first name of the former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Baron Jenkins of Hillhead? Roy


If you dialled the international code 0033 from the UK which European country would you be telephoning?

France

In which TV quiz show, originally presented by Robert Robinson, were members of each team all related to each other?

Ask The Family


In which Scottish city does St Giles Cathedral stand on the Royal Mile? Edinburgh

Which flamboyant pop group hit number one the charts in 2006 with 'I Don't Feel Like Dancin' '? Scissor Sisters

Which football team in northern England is nicknamed the 'Minster Men'? York City

In which century did the `Great Stink` of London force Parliament into providing money for a new sewer scheme?

Nineteenth

According to the saying, something that frightens or horrifies you makes your 'blood run…' what? Cold

The executive toy of five steel balls suspended in a line from a small frame is called a Newton's... what?

Cradle

In the acronym of the pressure group 'ASH', what does the letter 'S' stands for? Smoking


In the 1993 film 'Super Mario Brothers' which actor played the character Mario? Bob Hoskins

Which film director made his name making fictionalised TV documentaries including 'Cathy Come Home'?

Ken Loach

Which London landmark closed two days after opening in 2000 owing to excessive swaying? Millennium Bridge

In the cartoon strip 'Peanuts', which one of Charlie Brown's friends carries a security blanket? Linus

In which sport is Jules Rimet famous for proposing the World Cup? Football

In which century did Joan of Arc enter Orleans, forcing the English to retreat? Fifteenth

According to the saying, something that makes you very angry makes your blood... what? Boil


What 'C' is an item of furniture often with a hinged seat that conceals a chamber pot? Commode

Gyles Brandreth was a member of parliament for which party between 1992 and 1997? Conservative

How many hours are there in total in one solar day? 24

In which decade was the first independent radio station LBC launched in the UK? 1970s

What was the name of the section of 'Take Hart' where the artwork of viewers was displayed to music?

Gallery

The heart of which Scottish king is said to be buried in Melrose Abbey? Robert the Bruce

In which century was the Epsom Derby horserace run for the first time? 18th

In 1958 Everton became the first football club to install what beneath its pitch to negate the effects of cold weather?

Heating

In which century was Sir Thomas More beheaded on Tower Hill for treason? Sixteenth

Somebody who seems really admirable and wonderful can be described as 'the bee's...' what? Knees

What shape is the recess in the head of a Phillips screw? Cross

Who was the British prime minister when Queen Elizabeth II was crowned? Winston Churchill

What is one fifth of 15? 3

What `D` is a legal procedure that involves a `decree nisi`and a `decree absolute`? Divorce

In the TV sitcom `Fawlty Towers`, what kind of rodent did Manuel buy and bring to the hotel? Rat


John Howard and Elizabeth Fry both campaigned for the reform of what type of Institution? Prisons

In the book by Dr Seuss, what type of creature is 'Yurtle'? Turtle

Which English city has football clubs called 'United' and 'Wednesday'? Sheffield

In which century did Thomas Cook found the world`s first travel agency? Nineteenth

Making use of something that is of very poor quality can be said to be 'scraping the bottom of the...' what?

Barrel

According to the slogan coined by Marshall Field; the customer is always... what? Right

From 1959 to 1973, Eamon de Valera was president of which European country? Republic of Ireland

What is one fifth of 30? 6

What `C` is an impersonal form of security on a bank loan? Collateral

Which word of Texan origin, meaning a stray animal without a brand, was the title of a TV series starring James Garner?

Maverick

The face of which Latin American revolutionary is tattooed on the body of boxer Mike Tyson? Che Guevara

According to 'The Hitchhiker`s Guide To The Galaxy', what number is "the answer to life, the universe and everything"?

42

In May 2002, Sepp Blatter was re-elected as president of the international governing body of which sport?

Football

Which English queen was the second daughter of Henry VIII? Queen Elizabeth I

Somebody in a position to get whatever they want from someone else can be said to have got them 'over a...' what?

Barrel


What `E` is a method of hair removal, using a mild electric current? Electrolysis

Denis Healey once described being attacked in a speech by Geoffrey Howe as "like being savaged by a dead…" what?

Sheep

What is three quarters of 88? 66

In the US, what 'F' is the general term for a serious crime? Felony

Which former member of the Monty Python team co-presented the series 'The Human Face' with Elizabeth Hurley?

John Cleese

Former Ryder Cup captain Bernard Gallacher is the father of which TV sports presenter? Kirsty Gallacher

For which national side did Premiership footballer Andriy Shevchenko play in the 2006 FIFA World Cup?

Ukraine

The England managers who also managed Ipswich Town are Alf Ramsey and Bobby... who? Robson

The remains of which famous Eighteenth-Century ship were discovered on Pitcairn Island in 1957?

H.M.S Bounty

Somebody in a desperate situation can be said to have 'their back to the...' what? Wall

What is the sport or hobby of someone who talks about floaters and wipeouts? Surfing

Which British prime minister introduced the 'three-day week' in 1973? Edward Heath


What 'B' is the job title of a person who is authorised to seize and sell goods to recover debts? Bailiff

The squirrel and moose characters featured in a 60s cartoon and a year 2000 film are called 'Rocky and ... ' who?

Bullwinkle


The US actress, who wrote the 1980s 'Workout Book' that encouraged people to "go for the burn", is Jane… who?

Fonda

'Manuka' and 'Acacia' are varieties of which food? Honey

The English FA Cup final is usually played in which month? May

What is the name of the bridge that until 1750 was the only one over the River Thames in London?

London Bridge

A person who is over-dependant on another can be said to be 'tied to their apron...' what? Strings

What would you be doing if you were pulling ropes attached to clappers? Bell Ringing

Which word goes before 'doctor' to give the term for a person employed to put a favourable slant on news stories?

Spin

What is two thirds of 90? 60

What two-word name is given to the scheme enabling a person to have their court costs paid from public funds?

Legal Aid

In the 70s and 80s TV series, which fictional US astronaut was transported into the twenty-fifth century?

Buck Rogers

Which word, meaning 'fortunate', was the nickname of both Lord Lucan and the US mobster Charles Luciano?

Lucky

Which Californian city has a fashionable, wealthy district called 'Nob Hill'? San Francisco

In 2002, Graham Taylor returned to which West Midlands football club for his second spell as manager?

Aston Villa

Which Renaissance artist, sculptor, painter and architect, born in 1452, kept private records of his ideas by writing them backwards?

Leonardo da Vinci

If somebody avoids becoming too friendly with someone else, they can be said to be keeping them 'at arm's …' what?

Length


In snooker, if you potted two reds and two blacks in the correct order, how many points would you score?

16

In 2001, Lord Goldsmith was appointed by Tony Blair to which senior post as legal adviser to the government?

Attorney General

What is two thirds of 900? 600

What 'M' is the name of a broad heavy knife typically used as a tool for slashing undergrowth or as a weapon?

Machete

Which sitcom featured the character Brabinger as the butler of Audrey fforbes-Hamilton? To The Manor Born

Which London Premiership Football Club is supported by Johnny Vaughan, Steve Redgrave, and Sebastian Coe?

Chelsea

What was the third letter of the ancient Greek alphabet? Gamma

Bray Wanderers and Shamrock Rovers are football clubs based in which European country? Republic of Ireland

The Renaissance Is believed to have begun in which modern European country? Italy

Someone who arrives when they are particularly needed can be described as an 'angel of... ' what?

Mercy

Which folk dance was originally thought to have been performed by Scottish men after battles to celebrate victory?

Highland Fling

Which peer and former Speaker of the House of Commons once danced in the Tiller Girl troupe? Betty Boothroyd

What is one third of 48? 16

The comedy play set in a holiday resort in Majorca during the 1990 World Cup is called 'An Evening With…' who?

Gary Lineker

Which TV presenter hosted 'Multi-Coloured Swap Shop', 'Top of The Pops' and 'Telly Addicts'? Noel Edmonds


In 2002, which footballer went on display in Madame Tussauds as a waxwork with a mechanical beating heart?

David Beckham

In 1985, the Live Aid concerts took place simultaneously in Wembley and in which US city? Philadelphia

Which Glasgow professional football club plays in green and white striped shirts? Celtic

Bridget Bishop was the first woman to be hanged at the witch trials in which American village? Salem

A person acting in a superior way is said to be giving themself 'airs and...' what? Graces

What is the type of unpowered flight using air currents in which the pilot is suspended beneath a single wing?

Hang Gliding

The equivalent in Scotland of England's Attorney-General is the 'Lord... ' what? Advocate

What is one quarter of 88? 22

In London, what sort of establishment are Wyndhams, Her Majesty's and the Royal Court? Theatres

What 'T' was the title of the 70s and 80s comedy series set in the Sunshine Cab Company in New York?

Taxi

The husbands of which film and TV star have included the actors Maxwell Reed and Anthony Newley?

Joan Collins

Who was the architect of the extravagant church of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona? Antonio Gaudi

In which sport was Walter Winterbottom appointed the England team's chief coach in 1946? Football

What `I` was the tribunal set up by Pope Gregory IX responsible for discovering and condemning heretics?

Inquisition

According to the popular expression, someone who is extremely happy is said to be 'over' which heavenly body?

Moon


Which fictitious doctor had a duck called Dab Dab as his housekeeper? Dr Dolittle

In British politics, Alastair Darling belongs to which political party? Labour

What is three quarters of 28? 21

The musical based on 'The Tempest' that opened in London in 1989 is entitled 'Return To The Forbidden…' what?

Planet

The titles of the series 'Big Brother' and 'Room 101' are both taken from which novel by George Orwell?

1984

In 1979, which hotel in the Place Vendôme in Paris was bought by the businessman Mohamed al-Fayed?

Ritz

In snooker, how many points is the green ball worth? 3

In which sport do the New York Giants and the San Francisco 49ers compete? American Football

In which European country`s history did the Peasants` Revolt occur in 1381? England

In common speech, someone resentful about something may be said to have 'a chip on his...' what?

Shoulder

What is the name of the yellow puppy featured in the series of children's books by Eric Hill? Spot

The MSP who was elected the First Minister of Scotland in November 2001 is Jack…who? McConnell

What is 15 minus 9? 6

In the theatre, what 'G' is the general name for the make-up used by actors? Greasepaint

Which black and white seabird is so-called because its beak resembles an essential Item of shaving equipment?

Razorbill


Which nutrition and fitness expert first published her 'Hip and Thigh Diet' book in 1988? Rosemary Conley

In the House of Lords, which square, wool-filled seat is provided for the Lord Chancellor to sit on? Woolsack

Which football pundit and commentator is famous for his sheepskin coat? John Motson

In which European country`s history did the great potato famine of the 1840s occur? Ireland

A group of people, all in the same situation and facing the same challenges are said to be 'all in the same...' what?

Boat

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs` features the line "mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the… what of them all"?

Fairest

The container in which official documents are sent to and from embassies is known as a 'diplomatic... ' what?

Bag


The London venue well known for opera and dance is Sadler's... what? Wells

What `P` is a game bird that has varieties called Lady Amhersts, Golden and Argus? Pheasant

In December 2001, which prominent New York politician was named Time Magazine Person of the Year?

Rudolph Giuliani

With which type of TV programme is Australian-born John Torode most closely associated? Cookery

Which famous footballer won his only FA Cup winner's medal with Blackpool in 1953 at the age of 38?

Stanley Matthews

Which ancient people were responsible for building the first London Bridge, the Romans or the Vikings?

Romans

Something that has happened suddenly and unexpectedly may be said to have arrived 'out of the…' what?

Blue


In the children`s books `Meg and Mog', what type of animal is Mog? Cat

Who said during the 1960 US presidential campaign: "I'm the only person standing between Nixon and the White House"?

John F Kennedy


In the early 20th century which American escape artist was nicknamed 'The Handcuff King'? Harry Houdini

In British wildlife the 'Great Crested` is an endangered species of which tailed amphibian? Newt

Which actress and cookery writer is married to the artist Gerald Scarfe? Jane Asher

What nationality is the shoe designer Manolo Blahnik? Spanish

Which soccer trophy did Liverpool win in 2001 by defeating Arsenal in Cardiff? FA Cup

For which city was `Babel` the hebrew name? Babylon

In common speech, a good thing that is unrecognised at first is sometimes referred to as 'a blessing in...' what?

Disguise

The author of 'Shogun', 'King Rat' and 'Noble House' was James... who? Clavell

The parliamentary constituencies of Heeley and Hillsborough are in which UK City? Sheffield


In theatre and music what 'I' means to compose, recite or perform without preparation? Improvise

How does a migrating salmon find its way home; by scent or by sight? Scent


What was the nickname given by his gambling associates to the British aristocrat Lord Lucan? Lucky

Which character did Billie Piper play in the TV series ‘Doctor Who’? Rose Tyler

In 1946, Derby County were the first post-war winners of which famous trophy? FA Cup

In which century was the American President Abraham Lincoln born? Nineteenth

If it is your turn to act and you must take the initiative, it is said that 'the ball is in your...' what? Court

Which BBC chat show host and journalist released a book about football in 2001? Michael Parkinson

What was the name of the German chancellor who presided over the re-unification of Germany in 1990?

Helmut Kohl


The magic act in which a boy climbs a stiff rope before vanishing is known as the Rope-Trick of which Asian country?

India

Which butterfly has the same name as a punctuation mark? Comma

At which Welsh university college did Prince Charles learn the Welsh language in 1969? Aberystwyth

In the natural world, which animal lives in a formicary? Ant

The Asian city of Seoul hosted the opening ceremony of which 2002 sporting event? World Cup

In which famous fortress did King James I imprison Sir Walter Raleigh for thirteen years? Tower of London

Which item of make-up takes its name from the Italian word for `mask`? Mascara


The title of the 1974 cult classic by Robert Pirsig was 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle…' what? Maintenance

What was the first name of Colonel North, who gave a famous testimony in the US during the 1980s Iran-Contra affair?

Oliver

What is 82 Minus 15? 67

What 'P' is a term for a child's toy building and also an alternative name for a theatre? Playhouse

In the animal kingdom, at least how many arms has a Common Starfish? Five

The full name of the 'UFI' launched in 2000 is the University for... what? Industry

Which British comedian played the toymaker in the 1968 film 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang'? Benny Hill

In 1984 Sir Bobby Charlton was made a director of which football club? Manchester United

In history, Edward the Black Prince was so called for the colour of his what? Armour

What `L` is the name given to a ring or loop that joins with others to connect in a chain? Link

The 2001 book 'Blessed: My Autobiography' tells the story of which ex-footballer? George Best

What 'P' is the name for accepted procedure in affairs of state and diplomatic relations? Protocol


Which Andrew Lloyd Webber show closed in London in January 2002 after running for nearly 18 years?

Starlight Express

Which type of creature is a Common Froghopper; amphibian or insect? Insect


In the national curriculum of England and Wales which key stage is taught to children aged five to seven years?

One

Which Bradford born artist painted the picture 'Peter Getting Out of Nick's Pool' in 1966? David Hockney

What 'S' is the name of a box used in casinos for dispensing playing cards one at a time? Shoe

For approximately how many centuries did the Romans occupy Britain; two, four or six? Four

If you engage in monotonous hard work you are said to be 'Keeping your nose to the...' what? Grindstone

Which TV presenter released an autobiography in 2001 entitled 'Bananas Can't Fly'? Des O'Connor

Ed Koch was the Mayor of which US city between 1978 and 1989? New York

What is one half of 36? 18

The music and lyrics for the musical 'My One and Only' were written by George and Ira... who? Gershwin

Urchin' is an old name for which prickly British mammal? Hedgehog

The Oxford University degree course known as 'PPE' requires undergraduates to study Philosophy, Politics and... what?

Economics

Who was lead singer with the British band 'M People'? Heather Small

The American toy action figure introduced in 1964 was called `G.I…' who? Joe

In 1028, King Canute was King of England, Norway and which other country? Denmark

If you engage in monotonous hard work you are said to be keeping which part of your body 'to the grindstone'?

Nose


The poet Walter De La Mare was born in which country of the UK? England

Who became leader of the newly-formed Liberal Democrats in 1988 when David Steel stood down?

Paddy Ashdown


In Glasgow, The Tramway, The Pavilion and The Tron are what type of building? Theatres

In the animal kingdom, what `L` is a member of the Plover family, also known as the Peewit? Lapwing

The Academy RADA specialises in teaching which field of the arts? Drama

Which actor played Freddy Krueger in the 'Nightmare On Elm Street' series of films? Robert Englund

The game in which a flat stone is skimmed across the surface of water is known as ducks and... what?

Drakes

In Australia, the first permanent European settlement founded in 1788 became which modern city?

Sydney

If you really buckle down to something you are said to be '`putting your shoulder to the...' what? Wheel

Who wrote the verse collections 'When We Were Very Young' and 'Now We Are Six'? A.A. Milne

The name of which bird is the surname of the twin-sister Labour MPs Angela and Maria? Eagle


The songs 'I Dreamed A Dream' and 'On My Own' come from which long-running West End musical?

Les Miserables

Which type of bird is the Kakapo; a gull or a parrot? Parrot


What 'M' is the design, manufacture, and sale of hats for women? Millinery

Which actor played the character of God in the 2003 film comedy, 'Bruce Almighty'? Morgan Freeman

On standard six-sided die, if the number 2 is at the bottom what number is showing on the top? Five

In history, which Roman general wrote a commentary of his conquests in the Gallic Wars? Julius Caesar

If you really buckle down to something you are said to be putting which part of your body 'to the wheel'?

Shoulder

Which Scottish author created the character Richard Hannay? John Buchan

George Galloway and Mohammad Sarwar were elected as MPs for constituencies in which UK country in 2001?

Scotland

Which 'M' is a gas also known as 'marsh gas'? Methane

The songs 'My Funny Valentine' and 'The Lady is a Tramp' were written by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz... who?

Hart

In the animal kingdom, what are Pond Skaters and Water Boatmen; insects or amphibians? Insects

In which field is Agnes B a famous name; radio or fashion? Fashion

In transport, what do the initials GNER stand for? Great North Eastern Railway

Which game played in casinos has a French name meaning 'little wheel'? Roulette

Which is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World to remain substantially in existence?

The Pyramids

If you try as hard as you can to do something, you are said to be 'giving it your best...' what? Shot


Which author created the characters Oofy Prosser, Bingo Little and Roderick Glossop? P.G. Wodehouse

During the 1960s and 70s Jim Callaghan, Roy Jenkins and Denis Healey all occupied which high office?

Chancellor of the Exchequer

In gardening, what is the proper name for a gum tree? Eucalyptus

The musical theatre producer who shares his name with a type of raincoat is Cameron... who? Mackintosh

In the insect world, species of which eight-legged creature, include Swamp, Zebra and Garden? Spider

What 'J' is a close-fitting jacket or waistcoat, often made of leather, and nowadays usually sleeveless?

Jerkin

Which English word, taken from the French for 'bell', can mean both a cover for plants and a type of woman's hat?

Cloche

In the card game bridge, what name is given to the partner of the winning bidder who sits out the hand in silence?

Dummy

The Luddites demonstrated against the Industrial Revolution by attacking what? Machinery

In slang, an injection of new money or effort into a project is said to be 'a shot in ...' which part of the body?

The Arm

The 2001 Film 'Enigma' was based on a book by which author? Robert Harris

Which title is given to the government minister responsible for the day to day running of the treasury?

Chancellor of the Exchequer

Is the kohlrabi a fruit or a vegetable? Vegetable

In pantomime which three-word phrase is traditionally shouted out if the villain is creeping up on another character?

He's Behind You!

Which pole is the Leopard Seal a native to? South


What is the name of the music producer who opened a punk fashion store with Vivienne Westwood in the 1970s?

Malcolm McLaren

In which century did the last major outbreak of the Great Plague occur in Britain? 17th century

In bingo, when 66 is drawn the caller traditionally announces it with which phrase? Clickety-Click

Born in 1778, British dandy George Bryan Brummel was better known by what nickname? Beau

If you talk indiscreetly and too much you are said to be shooting which part of your body off`? Mouth

The writer and broadcaster who published his autobiography 'Ego' in 2001 is Clement… who? Freud

Which party does Barbara Follett MP, wife of novelist Ken Follett represent in Parliament? Labour

What is the fruit of the hawthorn called? Haw

What name is shared by a well-known theatre in Sheffield and a container in which metals can be melted?

Crucible

On which part of a bird are the primary feathers; wing or tail? Wing

Sir Norman Hartnell was famous in which field of design: fashion or architecture? Fashion

Which Hollywood star played Warren Schmidt in the 2002 film, 'About Schmidt'? Jack Nicholson

What `R` is something a croupier uses to draw in money? Rake

The Lydian king Croesus became famous for what? Wealth

Someone who speaks bluntly and without thinking is said to be 'shooting from …' which part of the body?

The Hip


In 1933, H.G. Wells published a book of scientific speculation entitled 'The what... of Things to Come'?

Shape

In which country of the UK was the first Labour leader Keir Hardie born in 1856? Scotland

The mango tree is indigenous to what continent? Asia

In Liverpool what type of establishment are the Everyman, The Royal Court and The Unity? Theatres

What `G` is a small nocturnal lizard with adhesive pads on its feet enabling it to climb vertical surfaces?

Gecko

Which meat product gives its name to the style of sidewhiskers that is broad on the cheek and narrower at the hairline?

Mutton Chop

What nationality is the Hollywood actor Dan Aykroyd? Canadian

Knockout and Solo are types of which card game? Whist

The Egyptian city of Alexandria was founded by which military leader? Alexander the Great

Which girl's name is an Australian slang expression for a young woman? Sheila

Which prize for literature did author Peter Carey win in October 2001? The Booker Prize

From 1981 to 1989 George Herbert Walker Bush was Vice President to whom? Ronald Reagan

The Huckleberry fruit is native to what continent? North America

In the circus the person who is in charge of the other performers is known as a Ring... what? Master

Which type of bird is a Purple Martin; a duck or a swallow? Swallow


A Yashmak is a type of veil traditionally worn by women of which religion? Islam

In 1986, Desmond Tutu was elected Archbishop of which city? Cape Town

How many pieces does each player start with in a game of backgammon? 15

For which empire did Agricola act as governor of Britain? Roman Empire

Which letter of the alphabet is often used to represent one thousand especially when referring to money or salaries?

K

In a poem first published in 1808 Sir Walter Scott wrote "what a tangled web we weave when first we practise to…" what?

Deceive

In the House of Commons the two corridors into which MPs retire in order to vote are known as the `Division…' what?

Lobbies

In nature, what is a wingnut, a bird or a tree? Tree

In British theatres what 'B' is the level of seating above the Dress Circle? Balcony

Which breed of dog is named after a German tax collector; Jack Russell or Dobermann Pinscher?

Dobermann Pinscher

In January 2002, which famous fashion designer announced his retirement and the closure of his business?

Yves Saint Laurent

What is the name given to rock which was formed by the cooling and solidification of lava or magma?

Igneous

In Five-card poker what is the best hand you can have? Royal Flush

In Thirteenth Century history the Barons' War was a civil conflict fought in which country of the UK?

England

Which word can mean 'almost vertical' when applied to a cliff, or `very thin and fine` referring to nylon stockings?

Sheer


Which three-letter word is the name for a poem usually addressed to a particular person or subject?

Ode

Who was Secretary of State for Defence from 1999 to 2005? Geoff Hoon

Does the Yew tree normally lose its leaves in winter? No

What 'C' is the usual name for circus performers able to twist their bodies into unusual shapes? Contortionists

Where on the body of a Cricket are its hearing organs located; front legs or head? Front Legs

The fabric poplin is usually made mainly from which natural fibre? Cotton

In which religion is the small sword known as a kirpan traditionally carried? Sikhism

What kind of pastime is bezique? Card Game

For which European country did Pizarro lead the conquest of Peru? Spain

Which US writer and critic said: "This is not a novel to be tossed aside lightly, it should be thrown with great force"?

Dorothy Parker

According to the poem entitled 'Leisure' written by William Henry Davies "we have no time to stand and…" what?

Stare

Baroness Jay is the daughter of which Labour prime minister of the 1970s? James Callaghan

Is the acorn a flower or a fruit? Fruit

What was the name of the columnist described as 'Unwell' in the title of a play by Keith Waterhouse?

Jeffrey Bernard

The sea otter is native to which ocean? Pacific


What 'F' is a 17th century term for an affectedly elegant or fashionably dressed man? Fop

Which British singer had a UK number one hit in 1961 with 'Walkin' Back To Happiness'? Helen Shapiro

In the game of tiddlywinks what is the official name of the discs that are flipped into the cup? Winks

The site of the Battle of Bunker Hill fought during the American Revolution is just outside which New England city?

Boston

According to the US statesman Benjamin Franklin "nothing can be said to be certain except death and…" what?

Taxes

According to the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle "man is by nature a political…" what? Animal

Part of the National Archives at Kew, the letters 'PRO' stand for 'Public…' what? Record Office

Which of these is not a type of birch tree, paper, river or English? English

The inebriated columnist in the West End play 'Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell' was first portrayed by Peter... who?

O'Toole

Which species of squirrel has tufts on its ears; the red or the grey? Red

The plural of which three-letter word meaning a small sack is a colloquial word for trousers? Bag

In computer terminology, what does the abbreviation BCC stands for? Blind carbon copy

Which suspect in the game of Cluedo holds a military rank? Colonel Mustard

In the early 15th century Owen Glendower led a rebellion by which country against the English? Wales

Which nickname is shared by a well-known radio DJ and a former daughter-in-law of the Queen? Fergie


According to the 18th century poet Edward Young "procrastination is the thief of…" what? Time

In 2000, which prominent Labour politician married his long-time girlfriend Sarah Macaulay? Gordon Brown

In nature, what do small sundew plants feed on? Flies

According to the old joke, the tap dancer retired because he kept falling in the... what? Sink

In terms of diet, kangaroos are which; herbivores or carnivores? Herbivores

The flower garland called a 'Lei' traditionally worn round the neck originated in which island group in the Pacific?

Hawaii

What does the abbreviation SP stand for in sports betting? Starting Price

What does a cruciverbalist like to solve? Crossword Puzzles

In eighteenth century history, the silversmith Paul Revere played an important role at the start of which American war?

American War of Independence

Which name follows Glenda and precedes Pollock to give the names of a British MP and an American painter?

Jackson

The Manchester factory owner who completed and edited 'Das Kapital' with Karl Marx was Friedrich... who?

Engels

In June 1963, which politician resigned over his affair with Christine Keeler? John Profumo

What structural problem in timber is caused by the Lacrimans fungus? Dry Rot

What `M` is a literary term for an extended speech spoken by one performer on stage? Monologue

The numbat is a marsupial anteater native to which country? Australia


What style of riding breeches is named after an Indian city? Jodhpurs

Which children's TV cartoon superhero fought against Texas Pete? Superted

In the card game blackjack, what is the maximum score a player can get without busting? Twenty-One

When the UK was established in 1801 it was known as `The United Kingdom of Great Britain and…' what?

Ireland

Which word for an eruption on the skin, such as that caused by nettles, also means `over-hasty and impetuous`?

Rash

The Dickens novel `A Tale of Two Cities` begins with the line "It was the best of times, it was…" what?

The Worst of Times

In 1992, which future leader of the Conservative Party succeeded Norman Tebbit as MP for Chingford?

Iain Duncan Smith

In the earth's atmosphere, which is higher up, the ionosphere or the stratosphere? Ionosphere

Which Andrew Lloyd Webber musical focuses on the relationships between a group of trains? Starlight Express

In the animal kingdom, how many horns does an African rhinoceros usually have? Two

A necklace composed of which gems is traditionally worn with a twin-set? Pearls

The Cayman Islands are a dependency of which country? Great Britain

In children's toys, Ken is the boyfriend of which famous doll? Barbie

The so-called `funny bone' is a part of which joint? Elbow

Canophobia is a morbid fear of which animals? Dogs


Rudyard Kipling wrote the poem `Gunga…' what? Din

The name of which Irish political party translates into English as 'We Ourselves' or 'Ourselves Alone'?

Sinn Féin

On which continent would you find the Pampas grasslands? South America

In the year 2000 West End adaptation of `The Graduate`, which character did Jerry Hall play? Mrs Robinson

In the animal kingdom, what `A` can be a breed of rabbit, goat or cat? Angora

What `B` is the nickname given to supermodel Elle MacPherson? The Body

Bodmin Moor is located in which English county? Cornwall

On a standard British Monopoly board, what is the most expensive property to buy? Mayfair

In medicine, an IV drip administers a solution into which type of blood vessel? Vein

What 'A' can be red or white in the world of butterflies and rear or vice in the navy? Admiral

The writers Jonathan Swift, Oscar Wilde and George Bernard Shaw were all born in which European city?

Dublin

In March 2002, which traditionally neutral European country voted to join the United Nations? Switzerland

Does a hyacinth flower grow from a bulb or a tuber? Bulb

Kurt Weill's 'Threepenny Opera` features a song called `The Ballad of Mack the...' what? Knife

Which wading bird gets its pink colour from shrimps, which form a major part of its diet? Flamingo


Who is the chief designer for Christian Dior? John Galliano

The mountain K2 is located on the border between Pakistan and which other country? China

On a standard British Monopoly board, the cheapest properties to buy are Whitechapel Road and which other?

Old Kent Road

A neurologist is a person who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of which system in the human body?

Nervous System

According to the traditional phrase for remembering the colours of a rainbow, 'Richard of York gave battle in…' what?

Vain

The Oxford professor John Bayley was married to which celebrated Dublin-born novelist? Iris Murdoch

In 1997, of which future Tory party leader did Anne Widdecombe say he had "something of the night" about him?

Michael Howard

Does an amaryllis flower grow from a bulb or a seed? Bulb

In the fairy tale `Cinderella`, into what is a pumpkin transformed? Coach

Which US president had a cat called Socks? Bill Clinton

Who was the first black model to appear on the cover of French Vogue? Naomi Campbell

Who directed both the films 'The Color Purple' and 'Always'? Steven Spielberg

In the board game Cluedo, is the character called Scarlet a Miss or a Mrs? Miss

The 'ebola' virus was first identified in which continent? Africa

Which word for a strip of leather used for sharpening razors is also a slang term for a fit of bad temper?

Strop


In November 2001, the British Museum opened an exhibition `Murder in Mesopotamia` about which female crime novelist?

Agatha Christie

In British politics, which party was represented by the MPs Gwyneth Dunwoody and Dawn Primarolo during 1997-2001?

Labour

Is the cucumber a fruit or vegetable? Fruit

Which popular pantomime features a villain called Abanazar? Aladdin

The Kerry Blue terrie dog originated in which country? Ireland

Which female French designer once said "A woman can be overdressed, never over-elegant"? Coco Chanel

What is the predominant colour of a puy lentil? Green

In Cluedo, is the character named Peacock a Miss or a Mrs? Mrs

The word 'ophthalmic' refers to which sensory organ of the body? Eye

According to the common expression about betrayal, rats have a reputation for leaving a ship that is doing what

Sinking

Which author wrote the 2001 novel `Five Quarters of the Orange`? Joanne Harris

In which century was Lyndon B Johnson President of the United States? Twentieth

Rose hips contain which vitamin? C

Someone who tosses and catches a number of objects, keeping one in the air at all times, is known as a… what?

Juggler

What is the three letter name of the mountain dwelling Tibetan ox known as the grunting ox? Yak


In 1999, Lisa Ratliffe took over as the face of Calvin Klein from which British supermodel? Kate Moss

Which figure in Greek mythology sat under a sword suspended by a single hair? Damocles

In the board game Cluedo, is the character called Miss White or Mrs White? Mrs

What term is used for a hospital patient, who goes in on the day of treatment and does not stay overnight?

Out-patient

What is the English translation of the phrase 'La Vida Loca'? Crazy Life

Which song with words by Banjo Paterson begins `Once a jolly swagman camped by a billabong`?

Waltzing Matilda

Which former member of the 'Sex Pistols' died in 1979, aged 21? Sid Vicious

What `S` are the protective structures that cover a flower bud? Sepals

Conor McPherson`s 1997 play `The Weir` is set in a rural bar in which country? Ireland

The Andean condor is native to which continent? South America

A ruff would usually be worn around which part of the body; the neck or the wrist? Neck

Which Italian dessert is made of whipped egg yolks, sugar and marsala? Zabaglione

Which island in the Indian Ocean was named on 25th December 1643? Christmas Island

What is the name of the illness experienced by mountain climbers if they make an ascent too quickly?

Altitude Sickness

According to the rhyming proverb, what three things will a man become if he is 'early to bed and early to rise'?

Healthy, Wealthy and Wise


Which novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe features a brutal slave-owner named `Simon Legree`? Uncle Tom`s Cabin

Which Liverpudlian musician designed stamps for the Isle of Man Post Office in 2002 in aid of an anti-landmines charity?

Paul McCartney

Do liverworts live in dry or damp places? Damp Places

Which Shakespeare comedy tells the story of how a spirited young woman is finally brought to heel by her husband?

The Taming of the Shrew

Which bird of prey is classified as either Andean or Californian? Condor

In fashion, `Dungarees` are named after a region of which country, India or Turkey? India

The rhea is a large flightless bird native to which continent? South America

Which US state is known by the postal abbreviation KY? Kentucky

A person suffering a temporary hoarseness of the voice is said to have what amphibian 'in the throat'?

Frog

In language, the word `prodigal` means what; wasteful or talented? Wasteful

The comedy actress who has published the books `How Was It for You?` and `Thank You for Having Me` is Maureen… who?

Lipman

In 2001, which French-Canadian singer had a son called Rene-Charles? Celine Dion

On average, do lions live longer in the wild or in captivity? In Captivity

In which Shakespeare tragedy does the title character disinherit his favourite daughter because she refuses to flatter him?

King Lear

Carpenter is the name of a type of ant and which other social insect? Bee


Stilettos became popular in Italy during which decade, the 1920s or 1950s? 1950s

Which country is the southernmost and largest of the three Baltic states? Lithuania

The Alpine resorts of Val Thorens and Val d'Isere are in which country? France

The class of drug that is used to treat high blood pressure by slowing the heartbeat is known as a 'beta…' what?

Blocker

Which word can mean the normal way of propelling a football, the recoil of a gun or a thrill? Kick

Which TV presenter known for her mathematical ability published a best selling book in 2001 entitled `Detox for Life`?

Carol Vorderman

In January 2002, which acclaimed English rock guitarist married Melia McEnery? Eric Clapton

In nature, what is another name for the Colorado Beetle, taken from the name of the vegetable crop it destroys?

Potato Beetle

Which Shakespeare tragedy tells the story of a Prince's attempts to avenge the murder of his father?

Hamlet

A leafcutter is a type of ant and which other insect? Bee

The upper part of a plimsoll shoe is traditionally made from which type of cloth? Canvas

The Mekong delta is a geographical feature of which South-East Asian country? Vietnam

In the United States, what type of physical features are the Appalachians? Mountains

Which disorder has a name that comes from the Greek for 'split mind'? Schizophrenia

According to the proverb 'the road to…' where is paved with good intentions"? Hell


The best-selling novel by John Grisham first published in 2001 was entitled `A Painted…' what? House

Which former member of the Rolling Stones was born William Perks? Bill Wyman

In nature, do frogs swallow their food with their eyes open or closed? Closed

Which current Labour MP joined the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1964? Glenda Jackson

The bush baby is indigenous to which continent? Africa

Co-respondent` and `Bar` are styles of which article of clothing? Shoes

Which familiar beverage is made from the processed leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant? Tea

The Republic of the Marshall Islands consists of a group of coral islands in which ocean? Pacific

Which four-letter word describes feet whose arches have sunk so much that their edges rest on the ground?

Flat

The words `flamingo`, `pagoda` and `marmalade` are all derived from which modern language? Portuguese

What `M` is the english name of a novella by Franz Kafka in which a man turns into an insect? Metamorphosis

According to the title of their 1986 UK hit single US rock group Bon Jovi were `Livin` On A...' what?

Prayer

Does the barn owl have fixed or moveable eyes? Fixed

In a theatre, which person whispers words of the script to actors who forget their lines? Prompter

By what name are creatures of the order araneae most commonly known? Spiders


Brogues are predominantly made from which material, leather or wool? Leather

Soames, Winifred and Irene were characters in which classic TV drama? The Forsyte Saga

The island of Anguilla is in which body of water; the Caribbean Sea or the North Sea? Caribbean Sea

An amoeba is an animal often referred to as being 'single…' what? Celled

The word `uxorious` means excessively fond of whom, your neighbour`s ox or your wife? Your Wife

Since 1917, in which country have Pulitzer Prizes been awarded for excellence in journalism, literature and music?

United States

In 2002, with which artist did Ali G collaborate on his UK hit single, `Me Julie`? Shaggy

In one lunar day, there are usually how many high tides? Two

According to the lyrics of the song in `The Mikado` by Gilbert and Sullivan, the Three Little Maids are from... where?

School

What 'G' is an insect-eating lizard, whose name is derived from the sound of its call? Gecko

Which eccentric English fashion designer produced her controversial `Bondage` collection in 1976?

Vivienne Westwood

Which British singer had hits during the '80s with 'Running Up That Hill' and 'Cloudbusting'? Kate Bush

The Appalachians is a mountain range located in the United States and which other country? Canada

In medicine, the condition known as CFS is 'Chronic...' what? Fatigue Syndrome

What 'U' is an adjective used to mean something relating to a city or a town? Urban


Which former politician wrote the short story collections À Quiver Full of Arrows` and À Twist in the Tail`?

Jeffrey Archer

According to the chorus of the 1978 UK hit single by Jilted John, "Gordon is a..." what? Moron

What 'C' is the name given to the bowl-shaped opening that can be found at the top of a volcano, or a hollow?

Crater

Tom Stoppard`s play `Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are Dead` is based on characters from which Shakespeare play?

Hamlet

Animals that are pentadactyl have five what? Digits

What À` was an artificial fibre first marketed commercially in the US In 1950? Acrylic

Which cardinal point on the compass is 270 degrees clockwise from due north? West

Which is the only US state to begin with the letter 'H'? Hawaii

The word gnashers refers to which structures of the body? Teeth

The Latin phrase 'per diem' translates into English as 'by the..' what? Day

The well-known writer who has also published historical novels under the pen-name `Caroline Harvey` is Joanna… who?

Trollope

What À` is someone who resets a musical composition for other instruments or voices? Arranger

Which metric unit of mass is equal to about 2.2 pounds? Kilogram

What is the name of the lively high-kicking French dance, usually performed by a group of women?

Cancan

The lyrebird takes its name from which part of its body? Tail


Julia Roberts and Goldie Hawn starred in the 1996 Woody Allen comedy 'Everyone Says…' what?

I Love You

Which animal features on the logo of Chelsea Football Club? Lion

Which US state uses the postal abbreviation NJ? New Jersey

The term gas-permeable is sometimes applied to which visual aids? Contact Lenses

The word 'capital' derives from the Latin word 'caput' meaning which part of the body? Head

The American poet who wrote the poems `Birches` and `Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening` was `Robert…' who?

Frost

In 2001, which veteran pop singer released the album `Wanted`? Cliff Richard

What 'T' is a boat designed to drag a large bag-shaped fishing net along the bottom of the sea? Trawler

In an Oscar Wilde play what activity was described as "the unspeakable in full pursuit of the uneatable"?

Fox Hunting

What 'A' is the collective name given to animals that live in or among trees? Arboreal

Which actor had a tattoo that said 'Winona Forever', which he later amended to 'Wino Forever'? Johnny Depp

How many points are awarded for a try in Rugby League? 4

Which US state uses the postal abbreviation VT? Vermont

What name is given to a bubble-like elevation of the skin, filled with watery fluid and often caused by friction?

Blister

Which two-word Latin phrase is commonly used to describe the second self or separate persona of an individual?

Alter Ego


The title of the 1963 Alistair MacLean novel is Ìce Station…' what? Zebra

At the 2002 Brit Awards which musician received an award for outstanding contribution to British music?

Sting

In psychology, an unintentional mistake that may reveal a subconscious thought is known as a 'Freudian…' what?

Slip

A form of motor insurance is 'third party fire and…' what? Theft

What is the name given to the small balls of compressed bones, fur, and feathers coughed up by owls?

Pellets

Which US comedy actor hosted the Academy Awards show six times in the 1990s? Billy Crystal

Which Australian singer had a UK number one hit in 2004 with a reissued version of 'Mysterious Girl'?

Peter Andre

The two US states that begin with the letter 'V' Are Vermont and which other? Virginia

A foetus is connected by the umbilical cord to which structure in the womb? Placenta

What is the usual English translation of the German word 'fledermaus' which translates literally as 'flying mouse'?

Bat

The 2001 novel Ònce` was written by the horror novelist James… who? Herbert

In 1990 Tina Turner and Rod Stewart sang together on a UK hit single called Ìt Takes…' what? Two

In physics, the production of continuous movement without external energy is known as perpetual… what?

Motion

Ashford International passenger rail station is in which English county? Kent

What 'F' describes previously domesticated animals living in the wild? Feral


The 2002 film '24 Hour Party People' depicts the music scene from 1976 to 1992 in which British city?

Manchester

Which 1938 novel opens with the line, "Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again"? Rebecca

In which Scandinavian country is the city of Helsingborg? Sweden

The oesophagus is a tube that runs from the pharynx to which organ of the body? Stomach

In the USA, what 'M' is both the name for a breed of small wild horse and also a model of car? Mustang

The best-selling author of the novels `The Kissing Garden` and `Distant Music` is Charlotte… who?

Bingham

In 2002, which US boy band had a UK hit single with `Drowning`? Backstreet Boys

What `E` is the name of any terminal by which an electric current passes in or out of a cell? Electrode

Petrol is often advertised as being free of which heavy metal? Lead

Which word meaning 'to hurry' is also the name of a grass-like plant found growing in wet places? Rush

In 1950, Conrad Hilton, Junior became the first of many husbands of which Hollywood star? Elizabeth Taylor

In which building in Washington DC, does the US Congress meet? Capitol

Until 1991 Slovenia and Croatia were parts of which European country? Yugoslavia

Pectoral and deltoid are both types of which tissue? Muscle

Which small freshwater fish has come to be associated with a lesser or unimportant person or organisation?

Minnow


Which phrase describing a generation with an uncertain future was popularised by a 1991 novel by Douglas Coupland?

Generation X

In 2002, which legendary British singer had a UK hit single with `This Train Don't Stop There Anymore`?

Elton John

What À` is the adjective used to describe a streamlined object with low air resistance? Aerodynamic

Which motorway passes through Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire? M4

Are kangaroos not native to New Guinea or New Zealand? New Zealand

In which Communist country did Norman Wisdom become a star after gaining approval from its leader Enver Hoxha?

Albania

'High Noon' and 'I Believe' were big hits in the 1950s for which US singer and actor? Frankie Laine

What 'Q' is the name of the largest province by area in Canada? Quebec

What is a neck injury that results from the violent movement of the head, and is often caused by a vehicle collision?

Whiplash

What 'C' can be a formal meeting of people with a shared interest and a variety of pear? Conference

The 2002 best-selling novel `Resurrection Men` was written by the Scottish author Ìan…' who? Rankin

In 2002, which female Canadian singer had a UK hit single with Òn the Radio`? Nelly Furtado

Which of the following planets is closest to the sun; Mars, Venus or Earth? Venus

The boats of round-the-world yachtsman Sir Francis Chichester share their name with which breed of moth?

Gypsy Moth

What `W` is the name of the rarely seen Scottish mammal that is superficially similar to a tabby cat?

Wildcat


Which 1981 film starred Mel Gibson as an Australian First World War soldier sent to fight in Turkey?

Gallipoli

Seal, Gnarls Barkley and Patsy Cline have all had UK chart hits with which song title? Crazy

The names of how many of the continents of the world begin with the letter 'E'? One

The term 'twenty-twenty' is often used to refer to which of the senses? Sight

What exclamation meaning 'nonsense' is thought to derive from the American name for the 'bologna sausage'?

Baloney

Which former National Hunt jockey has written the novels `Dead Weight` and `Lifeline`? John Francome

Which female group had a 2002 UK hit single with `B With Me`? Mis-Teeq

Light from our sun hits which planet first? Mercury

The off-road vehicle known as a quad bike normally has how many wheels? Four

What type of poisonous serpent is used by snake charmers because it rears up when in a defensive posture?

Cobra

The 1948 musical which stars Fred Astaire and Judy Garland is called 'Easter…' what? Parade

The Sargasso Sea is an area of which ocean? Atlantic

Bikini Atoll, the site of a US atomic bomb test, is in which ocean? Pacific

A normal human pregnancy comprises how many trimesters? Three

Which word links the name of a long sharp weapon with the edible part of an asparagus stem? Spear


In 1973, the book `you can`t have your kayak and heat it` was published by comedy writers Frank Muir and Denis... who?

Norden

The composer and actor, Ivor Novello, was born in 1893 in which country of the UK? Wales

What `B` is the smallest unit of data stored in a computer, 8 of which make up one byte? Bit

By which name is the circular receipt put on a car windscreen to show that vehicle excise duty has been paid, known?

Tax Disc

Which small African parrots acquired their name from their fondness for sitting in pairs preening each other?

Lovebirds

In which 1996 film did Robin Williams star as a gay cabaret owner opposite Nathan Lane and Gene Hackman?

The Birdcage

Used in watchmaking and computing, what do the initials LCD stand for? Liquid-crystal display

Habaneros are inhabitants of which Cuban city? Havana

What is the name given to four children born at one birth? Quadruplets

According to the expression, to give up is to 'throw in the…' what? Towel

The novels featuring `Horatio Hornblower` written by C.S. Forester are set during which series of wars?

Napoleonic Wars

Cass Elliot and John Phillips were both members of which California-based vocal group? The Mamas and the Papas

What is the name of the branch of physics that studies the forces exerted by air or other gases in motion?

Aerodynamics

What `K` is the lowest timber, running the length of the vessel on which the framework of the whole is built up?

Keel

Which small, brownish bird, a summer visitor to Britain, has a name that literally means `night singer`?

Nightingale


Which 1960s British comedy film featured the competition between rival firms Speedee Taxis and Glamcabs?

Carry on Cabby

In India, what is the wife of a Maharajah known as? Maharani

In which European country is the town of Hilversum? Netherlands

What word means 'beneath the skin' and is a term for a type of syringe? Hypodermic

To sacrifice future benefits for the sake of present needs is to 'kill the goose that lays the…' what eggs?

Golden

Complete the title this novel by Philip Pullman `The Amber…' what? Spyglass

The singer who released the 2001 UK hit single `Perfect Gentleman` is known as Wyclef... who? Jean

The Russian chemist Dmitri Mendeleyev published which famous ordering of the chemical elements in 1869?

The Periodic Table

What `C` is the term for two-way traffic on one carriageway of a motorway to allow for road works?

Contraflow

Which large rodent has a name derived from French, meaning `pig with spines`? Porcupine

In his 2000 film 'Small Time Crooks', Woody Allen starred alongside which British female comedienne?

Tracey Ullman

Which Yorkshire city is home to an international piano competition held every three years? Leeds

The Hindu Kush is a mountain range in which continent? Asia

What 'E' describes a disease that is permanently present within a population? Endemic

Which word can mean a chain of mountains, a stretch of open country, or a place for practising shooting?

Range


The best-selling book written by the British biologist, Richard Dawkins, is called 'The Selfish…' what?

Gene

In 2002, which group had a UK hit single with `Star Guitar`; The Chemical Brothers or The Righteous Brothers?

The Chemical Brothers

If the word cathode describes the negative electrode, which word describes the positive electrode?

Anode

Which two colours can be illuminated simultaneously on a standard three-light traffic light? Red and Amber

Which small British mammal has types called `house`,`harvest`and `field`? Mouse

In which 1999 film does Robert De Niro play a security guard who takes singing lessons from his drag queen neighbour?

Flawless

King Juan Carlos of Spain's wife, Sofia, is originally from which other European country? Greece

In which African country is the River Vaal? South Africa

What 'D' is a term for the abundance of species within an eco-system? Diversity

Which word meaning dilapidated consists of a name for a male sheep followed by a term for a handcuff?

Ramshackle

In which century was the author Hans Christian Andersen born? 19th

Who wrote the song `I Shot the Sheriff`, which was a 1974 UK hit for Eric Clapton? Bob Marley

On which planet is the largest storm of the solar system visible even from Earth? Jupiter

What name is given to the modernisation of a railway involving the replacement of diesel with an overhead power supply?

Electrification

According to Irish legend, what domestic animal from the Irish city of Kilkenny is famous for its fighting qualities?

Cat


In the 1993 film 'True Romance' which member of the Arquette family played the character Alabama Whitman?

Patricia

Until 1996, which famous stone was housed within the Coronation Chair in Westminster abbey? Stone of Scone

The island of South Georgia is in which ocean? Atlantic

What is the medical name for the condition in which a person has double vision and sees two images of a single object?

Diplopia

What 'G' is the name for a sphere on which a map of the world is drawn? Globe

Which British designer and entrepreneur wrote 'New House Book', 'The Kitchen Book' and 'Bathrooms'?

Terence Conran

The 1990s pop music movement known as Grunge is said to have originated in which western US city?

Seattle

What `A` was the name for a chemist whose aim was to turn ordinary metals into gold? Alchemist

The M8 motorway links Edinburgh with which other Scottish city? Glasgow

The yarn or cloth known as `worsted` is manufactured from which natural animal product? Wool

In which 1986 film about a group of teenage boys did River Phoenix play Chris Chambers? Stand By Me

In 2006, which band had a UK number one hit with the single 'When The Sun Goes Down'? Arctic Monkeys

Rotorua, the health resort and tourist centre noted for its hot springs, is in which Commonwealth country?

New Zealand

In colour blindness, which two colours is the affected person most likely to have problems distinguishing?

Red and Green

What type of furniture are cots, roll-aways, divans and bunks? Beds


Which US author wrote the 1986 novel Ìt`? Stephen King

In 1974, which martial art was the subject of a UK No 1 single by Carl Douglas? Kung Fu

What À` is the term for a lack of red blood cells? Anaemia

What `L` is the name of an international airport of Cyprus? Larnaca

What `B` is a large monkey that lives in a `troop' and has a long doglike face and large teeth? Baboon

In which 1959 film did Marilyn Monroe play the singer Sugar Kane? Some Like It Hot

Who wrote the poem, 'The Owl and the Pussycat'? Edward Lear

The Strait of Otranto in the Mediterranean Sea separates Albania from which European country? Italy

Which word, that rhymes with 'handy', is used to describe legs that are bent apart at the knee? Bandy

A gazetteer is a book which lists and describes what; people or places? Places

In Scotland, the ceremonial bodyguard provided for the Queen is the 'Royal Company of…' what? Archers

Pop singer Daniel O`Donnell was born in which European country? Republic of Ireland

Limewater, quicklime and slaked lime are all compounds of which metallic element? Calcium

What Ì` is the system that produces the spark in the internal combustion engine of a motor car? Ignition

Which great ape, native to Africa, has varieties called Eastern Lowland and Mountain? Gorilla


Nicolas Cage and Elisabeth Shue starred in which 1995 Oscar-winning film? Leaving Las Vegas

Which Northern comedian's autobiography is entitled 'The Sound of Laughter'? Peter Kay

Malin Head is the most northerly point of which large island in the British Isles? Ireland

What two-word term is used for nomadic people who live chiefly by hunting and fishing, and harvesting wild food?

Hunter Gatherer

Which word can mean a type of garden implement, the slope of a theatre stage or a debauched man of fashion?

Rake

Of the three main armed forces of the UK, which has the most service personnel? Army

In 2002, the singer Aaliyah had a posthumous UK No 1 single with `More Than a...' what? Woman

On a weather chart, an isotherm is a line that joins places of equal what? Temperature

What is the formal three-word name for road tax? Vehicle Excise Duty

What is the name given to the soft murmuring sound characteristic of doves and pigeons? Cooing

In the 1965 film 'The Sound Of Music' what was Maria training to be before she became governess to the children?

Nun

In geology, what is the outermost layer of the earth called? Crust

The River Limpopo is sometimes known by the name of which large reptile? Crocodile

What 'F' are localised groups of brown spots on the skin caused by excessive melanin production?

Freckles

What is it that charities do to funds, chancellors do to taxes and surprised people do to their eyebrows?

Raise


The Dumbarton Oaks Conference of 1944 led to the foundation of which international organisation?

United Nations

In the pop group Abba, what was the first name of the band member who married Agnetha; Benny or Bjorn?

Bjorn

Which animal gives its name to the unit of power equal to 745.7 Watts? Horse

What name is given to panels at the front and rear of cars that prevent vehicle damage? Bumpers

Which snake, native to Britain, can be recognised by its distinctive yellow neck collar? Grass Snake

For what was the 1930s director Busby Berkeley also famous; choreography or cartoons? Choreography

Margarine was invented in which European country? France

In which North American mountain range does the Canadian Pacific Railway go through Kicking Horse Pass?

Rocky Mountains

In medicine, what 'B' is the organ whose membranes are affected by meningitis? Brain

If you make an enormous amount of noise you raise which part of the house? The Roof

Who was Labour prime minister of Britain during the so-called 'Winter of Discontent' of 1978 and 1979?

James Callaghan

The style of dance music which features rapping over music with a heavy bass beat, is known as `Hip...' what?

Hop

What `A` is the name of the inventor who reportedly exclaimed "Eureka" when he discovered his famous principle?

Archimedes

The name of which device is often abbreviated to 'speedo`? Speedometer

What `F` is the name of a flatfish and also means 'to stumble helplessly either physically or in speech'?

Flounder


What 'P' is the name of the optimistic heroine who was played in a 1960 film by Hayley Mills? Pollyanna

In which European capital city is the Tivoli Gardens amusement park? Copenhagen

In which western European country is the sea port known as Flushing? Netherlands

In medicine, the procedure that shares its name with a spoof rock band is known as a 'spinal…' what?

Tap

A common phrase meaning whatever the future circumstances is 'come rain or…' what? Shine

Which British political party formed the government from 1951 to 1964? Conservative

Which female Canadian singer had a 2002 UK hit single with `Hands Clean`? Alanis Morisette

The giant orbiting space telescope launched in 1990 is named after which astronomer; Stephen Hawking or Edwin Hubble?

Edwin Hubble

On a ship, what name was given to an elevated shelter for a look-out man? Crow's nest

If you want to approach a wild animal without being detected where should you be in relation to it; up or downwind?

Downwind

The 1988 film starring William Hurt as a travel writer was called `The Accidental…' what? Tourist

Which Robbie Williams' album went straight to the top of the album charts on release in October 2006?

Rudebox

The Eiger is a mountain peak in which European country? Switzerland

What 'J' is the common term for a point of articulation between the bones of a skeleton? Joint

Which American word for railway also means to force someone into a particular course of action? Railroad


Of which British political party was Prime Minister Andrew Bonar Law Leader? Conservative

Which singer released his debut UK single `Unchained Melody` in 2002? Gareth Gates

What was the name of the space programme that preceded Apollo and shares its name with a star sign?

Gemini

What 'N' is the side of a vehicle closest to the kerb? Nearside

Which Dutch artist, born in 1606, painted the famous `Return of the Prodigal Son`? Rembrandt

Which actor born in 1925 developed his own food company in the 1980s, the profits from which go to charities?

Paul Newman

With which musical instrument was Stéphane Grappelli particularly associated? Violin

The name of which South American capital city means 'I see a hill' in Portuguese? Montevideo

In medicine, what 'V' is the name given to the action or practice of inoculation? Vaccination

If you are made to feel humiliated you are made to eat what type of pie, according to the expression?

Humble

In which decade was George Carey appointed Archbishop of Canterbury? 1990s

Nick Carter is a member of which US boy band? Backstreet Boys

High sticking, hip checking and pulling the goalie can all take place during which winter contact sport?

Ice Hockey

On which island is Manx Airlines based? Isle of Man

Which annual art prize was awarded to Martin Creed in December 2001? Turner Prize


Which British actress starred in the film `The Mummy` and its 2001 sequel `The Mummy Returns`?

Rachel Weisz

What name is given to the cold or hot savoury dishes served in Scandinavia as hors d'oeuvres or as a buffet meal?

Smorgasbord

In which great European mountain range is the peak called the Jungfrau? Alps

Antibodies are present in the gamma globulin found in which bodily fluid? Blood

What 'H' is the name for a box specially designed for housing cigars? Humidor

In the military, a subaltern is a junior officer in which of the 3 armed services? Army

Which female Irish singer had a 2001 UK hit single with `Lately`? Samantha Mumba

The ippon is the maximum score a competitor can attain in which contact sport? Judo

What is the name given to the flat-bottomed river boats popular as pleasure craft in both Oxford and Cambridge?

Punts

The sale of a drawing in 2001 for over £8 million set a new record price for a work by which Renaissance artist?

Leonardo da Vinci

Which British director who won an Oscar for `The English Patient` once worked as a scriptwriter on `Grange Hill`?

Anthony Minghella

During Standard Time, how many hours behind Greenwich Mean Time is New York? 5

The River Tagus rises in Spain and reaches the sea in which other European country? Portugal

What 'A' is a respiratory condition, that takes its name from the Greek word for 'panting'? Asthma

In the English language the ampersand symbol represents which function word? And


In military slang, what do the letters GHQ stand for? General Headquarters

Amnesiac', 'OK Computer' and 'Kid A' are all albums by which rock group? Radiohead

In November 2001, which European city lost the right to stage the 2005 World Athletics Championships?

London

Which dial indicates a vehicle's speed in a standard motor car? Speedometer

In 1475, which celebrated Renaissance artist was born in Florence? Michelangelo

Which Oscar-winning British actor has starred in the films `Little Voice` and `Moulin Rouge`? Jim Broadbent

Of which South American country was Salvador Allende president until a military coup in 1973? Chile

On which large Italian island in the Mediterranean is the tourist area known as the 'Emerald Coast'?

Sardinia

Which 'C' is a branch of medicine specifically concerned with the heart and its functions? Cardiology

What 'I' is both the name of a Greek letter and a word meaning a tiny amount? Iota

In World War II, what was the German name for the Nazi armed forces that fought in the Battle of Britain?

Luftwaffe

The pop group A1 had their first UK number one single in 2000 with a cover version of which A-Ha song from the 1980s?

Take On Me

In which sport are there two umpires, one of whom stands at square leg? Cricket

Of which country is Olympic Airways the international carrier? Greece

In art, which foundation has collections in New York, Venice and Bilbao? Guggenheim


Which 2002 film based on a novel by H.G Wells starred Guy Pearce and Jeremy Irons? The Time Machine

The Queen introduced a new breed of dog known as a 'dorgi' when one of her corgis mated with which breed of dog?

Dachshund

The former penal colony of 'Devil's Island' lies off the coast of which continent? South America

In the human body, what is the name of the joint situated at the lower end of the tibia and fibula? The Ankle

In the Braille alphabet how many dots are used to represent the letter 'A'? One

In the Royal Navy, the flag of which saint is flown on the flagship of an admiral? Saint George

Which folk-rock singer and songwriter released the albums 'Bringing It All Back Home' and 'John Wesley Harding'?

Bob Dylan

The American tennis player, whose surname can mean a small writing desk with drawers, is Lindsay… who?

Davenport

Which storage area in a car, usually in the dash-board, is named after the item of clothing traditionally stored there?

Glovebox

Between 1801 and 1803 Lord Elgin removed many of the sculptures from which Greek landmark?

Parthenon

Which Irish singer made her acting debut in the 2002 film `The Time Machine`? Samantha Mumba

Novelist Bernard Cornwell is best known for writing the adventures of which soldier? Sharpe

In South America the River Orinoco flows into which ocean? Atlantic

In the human body, what 'H' is the type of joint such as the knuckle that allows movement in one plane only?

Hinge

What is the most common word in written English? The


In UK military slang, the `terriers` are members of which volunteer force? Territorial Army

What is the name of the UK number one single recorded for the 2001 film 'Moulin Rouge'? Lady Marmalade

Which British driver won 31 Formula One races before retiring in 1995? Nigel Mansell

In motoring what `N` describes the dis-engaged position of the gears? Neutral

In which of the arts did Stanley Spencer establish his reputation; painting or music? Painting

Which former EastEnders actor starred in the 2002 horror film `Long Time Dead`? Joe Absolom

The harp is part of which section of an orchestra? String

The shipping forecast sea areas North and South Utsire lie off the coast of which Scandinavian country?

Norway

What 'S' is a spontaneous activity undertaken by glands in the skin when the body is hot and needs to cool down?

Sweating

The abbreviation M.O, which means operational procedure, stands for modus... what in Latin? Operandi

In the British Army, which word follows lieutenant, major and brigadier to give the names of 3 officer ranks?

General

U2 had a year 2000 UK number one single with 'Beautiful…' what? Day

The annual horseracing meeting held in July or August at a course in West Sussex is known as Glorious… what?

Goodwood

How many foot pedals does a standard automatic car usually have? Two

In which of the arts did Swiss-born Paul Klee achieve fame in the 20th Century; painting or yodelling?

Painting


Which American composer wrote the scores for the films `Saving Private Ryan` and `Jaws`? John Williams

Mace comes from the same plant as which other spice? Nutmeg

The Middle-Eastern country of Syria has a coastline on which body of water? Mediterranean Sea

What 'S' is the spontaneous muscular activity undertaken by the body when it is cold and needs to generate heat?

Shivering

Somebody primarily concerned with self-preservation is said to look after number what? One

In the services, unsuitable or improper behaviour by an officer is known as `conduct…' what? Unbecoming

All Saints had a year 2000 UK number one single with 'Pure…' what? Shores

What 'G' is the term in football for the total number of people attending a game? Gate

On a standard aeroplane, what name is given to the fixed vertical part of the tail? Fin

Opened in November 2001 by Prince Charles, the British Galleries are a feature of which London museum?

Victoria and Albert

John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale starred in which 2001 romantic comedy set in New York City? Serendipity

Hollywood movie duo Jack Black and Kyle Gass make up which tongue-in-cheek rock band? Tenacious D

What 'I' is a Middle-Eastern country that has a shoreline on both the Mediterranean Sea and the Dead Sea?

Israel

Which type of optician performs eye tests; dispensing or ophthalmic? Ophthalmic

Which word means both a shoe with a perforated design and an Irish accent? Brogue


In the common abbreviation for the ballistic missile `ICBM`, what do the letters `IC` stand for? Inter-Continental

Destiny's Child had a year 2000 UK number one single with 'Independent…' what? Women

In a cricket team, the lower end of the batting order is known by which anatomical term? Tail

What is the term for a section of canal with gates and sluices at each end used to change the water level?

Lock

Which London museum houses the famous Portland Vase? British

Which film released in the UK in March 2002 stars Gene Hackman as the father of a dysfunctional family of geniuses?

The Royal Tenenbaums

'Bo Selecta's' Avid Merrion is the comic creation of which British comedian? Leigh Francis

The River Rhine rises in which great European mountain range? Alps

A solution made up of 0.9% of sodium chloride is known as what; linctus or saline? Saline

Mitt is a slang term for which part of the body? Hand

World War II began in response to the German invasion of which country? Poland

Craig David had a year 2000 UK number one single with the song 'Seven…' what? Days

How many goals has a footballer scored if he has completed a 'brace'? Two

According to the highway code, warning signs are usually which shape? Triangular

The Portland Vase is a blue and white Roman vase made of which substance; porcelain or glass?

Glass


Which American comedy actor played the title role in `Memoirs of an Invisible Man`? Chevy Chase

What was the original birth name of King George VI? Albert

The Gaza Strip is a narrow piece of land on the coast of which body of water? Mediterranean

What 'H' is an excessive rate of breathing which reduces carbon dioxide levels in the blood? Hyperventilation

According to the popular phrase a coward has a belly of which colour? Yellow

In the armed forces acronym `NAAFI`, what does the letter `N` stand for? Navy

Eminem had a 2000 UK number one single with 'Real Slim…' what? Shady

In horseracing, the Belmont Park racecourse is situated in which US city? New York

The ill-fated steamship the Titanic had how many funnels? Four

Which Renaissance painter was surnamed Sanzio; Raphael or Titian? Raphael

Which actress won Oscars for her performances in the films `Klute` and `Coming Home`? Jane Fonda

In the American Civil War, which was the first state to secede from the Union? South Carolina

The Kiel Canal in Germany links the Baltic Sea and which other body of water? North Sea

In medicine, the initials GMC stand for 'General Medical…' what? Council

If you are a coward which part of your body is said to be yellow? Your Belly


In October 1939, which 3-word motto was coined to encourage people to grow their own food? Dig for Victory

Which female singer had a year 2000 UK number one single with 'I Turn To You'? Mel C

The fast bowler who won his 100th cap in one-day cricket internationals in January 2002 is Darren… who?

Gough

If a French traffic policeman asks to see your 'permis de conduire', what are you expected to produce?

Driving Licence

The painting `Bubbles` by Millais, was famously used to advertise which product; soap or champagne?

Soap

The films `Lost Highway` and `Mulholland Drive` are directed by David... who? Lynch

Which painting technique using contrasting dots of pure colour did Georges Seurat devise? Pointillism

The African country Tanzania has a coastline on which ocean? Indian

The gland under the liver where bile is stored is known as the what '... bladder'? Gall

What 'I' is a three letter word meaning 'little devil', such as the famous carved one in Lincoln Cathedral?

Imp

In 2002, British Marines intending to land in Gibraltar on a training exercise, accidentally entered which country?

Spain

Really Saying Something' and 'Venus' were UK hit singles in the 1980s for which British female group?

Bananarama

The 2002 Australian Open champion Thomas Johansson represents which country at tennis? Sweden

On a car dashboard, what item is represented by a symbol of a rectangular box containing 'plus' and 'minus' signs?

Battery

The birthplace of the abstract painter Kandinsky is in which modern-day country ? Russia


What type of children's sweet provided the name of the `Good Ship` sung about by Shirley Temple in a 1934 film?

Lollipop

In computing, which word was shortened to create the well-known term ‘blog’? Weblog

The Ebro is the longest river that flows solely through which country of south-west Europe? Spain

What 'G' is a small hard mass that forms in the gallbladder, sometimes as a result of infection or blockage?

Gallstone

What 'G' is the name given to an area occupied by isolated or minority groups in a city? Ghetto

In World War II, what was the usual English name for a German submarine? U-Boat

Falling Into You' and 'That's The Way It Is' were UK hit singles for which French-Canadian female singer?

Celine Dion

Which multi-discipline athletics event is contested by British sportsman Dean Macey? Decathlon

Above Us Only Sky' forms part of the logo for which UK airport that was renamed in March 2002? Liverpool John Lennon

Which design movement took its name from an exhibition of decorative arts held in Paris in 1925?

Art Deco

Which film released in the UK in 2002 starring Cate Blanchett is adapted from a novel by Sebastian Faulks?

Charlotte Gray

Which children's TV series featured the characters Hazel the McWitch and Nadia Popov? Rentaghost

Which African country is nearest to Europe? Morocco

In which sensory organs do the lacrimal glands produce salty secretions? Eyes

A region from which a school draws its pupils and a region drained by a river are both known as a what kind of area?

Catchment


Sea King and Sea Hawk are both designs of what type of military aircraft? Helicopter

You Give Love A Bad Name' and 'Always' were UK hit singles for which American rock group? Bon Jovi

In which American sport would someone throw a slider, a curveball or a knuckleball? Baseball

In the highway code, what is indicated by the road sign that shows a man using a spade-like instrument?

Road Works

What was taught at the German Bauhaus school; architecture or ballet? Architecture

In the 2002 film `We Were Soldiers`, which actor starred as the character Hal Moore? Mel Gibson

In the human body, what is the medical name for the gullet? Oesophagus

Which Asian country lies due east of South Korea? Japan

Which numerical term describes human eye-sight of normal strength? Twenty-Twenty

The term 'prefab' is an abbreviation for which word? Prefabricated

Keel-hauling and hanging at the yard-arm were extreme punishments in which branch of the Armed Services?

Navy

In the 1953 film 'Calamity Jane' Doris Day sang 'Just Blew In From the Windy…' what? City

In which American sport might a player throw a 'split-finger fast-ball'? Baseball

According to the highway code, what colour is the background of a motorway direction sign? Blue

In which field of the arts did Mark Rothko become famous? Painting


In the 1936 film `Show Boat` which actor sang the song `Ol Man River'; Paul Robeson or John Wayne?

Paul Robeson

Which young US actress has played two famous TV characters called Sabrina and Clarissa? Melissa Joan Hart

Which country lies to the east of Libya and the north of Sudan? Egypt

What 'S' is the bone of the skeleton which chiropractic treatment is especially concerned? Spine

Which word follows 'hall', 'hat' and 'umbrella' to give the names of three items found just inside the front door?

Stand

In aviation, Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across which ocean in 1932? Atlantic

What is the surname of Irish pop star Ronan who became famous as the lead singer of Boyzone?

Keating

Which type of animal do Henry Cecil and Mark Johnston train for racing? Horse

In the UK, pedestrian crossings are named after the puffin, toucan and which other bird? Pelican

Carver and Windsor are examples of which household item of furniture? Chair

The 2001 David Lynch film named after a well-known Los Angeles road is entitled `Mulholland…' what?

Drive

Who was the original presenter of TV's 'Juke Box Jury'? David Jacobs

Chile shares borders with Peru, Bolivia and which other country? Argentina

What 'T' is the name given to the formation of blood clots that impair or prevent blood flow to vital organs?

Thrombosis

A doctorate of philosophy is usually represented by which 3-letter abbreviation? PhD


In history, who led the Chinese Communists on their Long March in the 1930s? Mao Tse-Tung

The name of which Austrian city was also the title of a 1981 UK hit single for Ultravox? Vienna

Olympic gold medal swimmer Dawn Fraser represented which country between 1956 and 1964? Australia

In 1783, the French Marquis d'Arlandes took part in the first human free flight of which means of transport?

Hot-air balloon

In the art world, one of the founders of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood was William Holman... who?

Hunt

In the 2002 film `Twenty-Four Hour Party People` which comedian and actor stars as Tony Wilson?

Steve Coogan

Which leading fashion model is a granddaughter of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire? Stella Tennant

On a map, which European country is shaped roughly like a boot complete with a heel and a toe? Italy

What is the thick alkaline fluid secreted by the liver that aids digestion? Bile

Which internationally recognised distress call is derived from the French for `help me`? May Day

In which year did the Falklands conflict take place? 1982

What 'G' is the name of the band featuring Damon Albarn who snubbed their 2001 Mercury Awards nomination?

Gorillaz

In February 2002, New Zealander Graham Henry stepped down as national manager of which British rugby team?

Wales

The Montgolfier brothers, the inventors of the hot-air balloon, were born in which country? France

In December 2001 which pop star presented the Turner Prize at the awards ceremony? Madonna


In February 2002, Ben Kingsley was nominated for an Oscar for his role in the film `Sexy…' what?

Beast

Which word did US mathematician Edward Kasner introduce for the number made up of one followed by a hundred zeroes?

Googol

The underwater mountain range stretching down the entire Atlantic Basin is known as the Mid-Atlantic... what?

Ridge

What 'D' is the muscular structure that separates the abdomen from the chest? Diaphragm

What word goes before 'fat' when referring to the type of fat that usually disappears when a child grows older?

Puppy

What `A` was the name of the US manned space flight project launched by John F. Kennedy in 1961?

Apollo

Bobby Darin had a 1959 UK number one hit single with the song 'Mack the…' what? Knife

Which country hosted the 2004 European Football Championships? Portugal

Leonardo da Vinci's drawings of an aircraft, using a spiral airscrew, anticipated which rotor-driven mode of transport?

Helicopter

Which colossal statue, designed by the French sculptor Bartholdi, stands in the harbour of New York City?

Statue of Liberty

Chris Columbus and Michael Mann are both famous for which aspect of film-making? Directing

In 2006, Ashes hero Kevin Pietersen became engaged to which member of the pop group 'Liberty X'?

Jessica Taylor

The Adriatic Sea is part of which larger body of water? Mediterranean

Which instrument was invented by a doctor who was too embarrassed to press his ear against the chests of his female patients?

Stethoscope

How many times must a sheet of paper be folded in half to produce a quarto? Twice


The first successful ascent of Mount Everest was completed by Edmund Hillary and `Sherpa…' who?

Tensing

In which English city was singer and musician Phil Collins born in 1951? London

Which annual American sporting event was first held in 1967 when it was won by the Green Bay Packers?

Superbowl

The resort on the island of Cyprus that became a favourite destination for fans of UK garage music is `Ayia…' what?

Napa

French Impressionism originated and flourished in which century? Nineteenth

What is the original Italian title of the 1994 film `The Postman`? Il Postino

How many gold stars are there on the national flag of China? Five

What is the official language of Guatemala? Spanish

The adjective 'otic' refers to which sensory organs? Ears

What does a numismatist collect; stamps, coins or stickers? Coins

What `E` is the name of a Baltic republic which achieved independence from the Soviet Union in 1991?

Estonia

Which singer and comedy partner of Jerry Lewis was born Dino Paul Crocetti in the USA in 1917?

Dean Martin

In 2000 the final of which yachting event was held in Auckland, New Zealand? America's Cup

In the 1960s, Frank Muir referred to which fellow TV presenter as a 'thinking man's crumpet? Joan Bakewell

Which Dublin-born Expressionist painter shared his surname with a pork product? Francis Bacon


What is the English title for the 1994 film Ìl Postino`? The Postman

Which all girl group had their first UK hit in February 1986 with 'Manic Monday'? Bangles

In the former colonies of which European country is a ranch or country estate known as a 'hacienda'?

Spain

In 1923, Dr. Banting and Dr. Macleod shared the Nobel Prize for medicine for their work on treatment for which disorder?

Diabetes

Which À` is the part of a car's engine which generates electricity to charge the battery? Alternator

What `C` was the name of the former eastern European country in which Alexander Dubcek was a noted reformer?

Czechoslovakia

Which female member of the Osmond family had a UK hit single in 1973 with 'Paper Roses'? Marie

Tommy Haas represents Germany in which sport? Tennis

Which Newsnight journalist was named Presenter of the Year by the Royal Television Society in 2002?

Jeremy Paxman

In 2001, which artist, a grandson of Sigmund Freud, painted a controversial portrait of Queen Elizabeth II?

Lucian Freud

The 1987 film `Full Metal Jacket`, is set during which war? Vietnam

Which Lancashire born entertainer was famous for his catchphrase "Turned Out Nice Again"? George Formby

The mountain Annapurna is in which great Asian mountain system? Himalayas

In bookkeeping, what `L` is the principal book of accounts? Ledger

How many times does the letter À` occur in the word `balalaika`? Four


The fall of which city in 1975 marked the end of the Vietnam War? Saigon

In 1964 the song 'You Really Got Me' was the first UK number one single for which band? The Kinks

In which sport did Gary Player and Tom Watson both become famous figures? Golf

The two cartoon chipmunks who operated a team called the Rescue Rangers were known as `chip and…' who?

Dale

In 2001, the painter Lucian Freud painted a controversial portrait of which member of the British Royal Family?

The Queen

Which 2001 film was predominantly set on `Isla Sorna`? Jurassic Park three

In George Orwell's novel 'Animal Farm', what is the name of the Farmer? Mr Jones

The Libyan Desert forms part of which great African desert? Sahara

What `P` is the term defined as output of economic activity obtained per unit of input? Productivity

The word `bookkeeper` has how many consecutive sets of double letters? Three

What `S` was the adopted surname of the 20th century Soviet leader who implemented his first five-year plan in 1928?

Stalin

In which decade did Carly Simon first have a UK hit single with 'You're So Vain'? 1970s

Marion Jones won three gold medals at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney representing which country?

United States

The protagonists of the long running cartoon strip by Bill Watterson are `Calvin and…' who? Hobbes

Which London art gallery, that opened in 1897, was originally known as the National Gallery of British Art?

Tate Britain


Which leading actor from the 1968 film `Planet of The Apes` makes a cameo appearance as an ape in the 2001 remake?

Charlton Heston

In 1992, which Asian country banned chewing gum because of a litter problem? Singapore

Mount Logan is the highest peak in which North American country? Canada

The abbreviation C.E.O. stands for `Chief…' what? Executive Officer

In the NATO phonetic alphabet the letter 'K' is represented by which unit of measurement? Kilo

In which modern-day country was the political philosopher and economist Karl Marx born? Germany

Helen Shapiro had a UK number one single in 1961 with 'Walkin' Back To…' what? Happiness

The Modern Pentathlon comprises horse-riding, fencing, shooting, cross-country running and which other event?

Swimming

The cartoon character Mr Magoo had trouble with which of the five senses, resulting in many mishaps?

Sight

The Mildenhall Treasure, discovered in Suffolk in the 1940s, is a silver hoard from which ancient civilisation?

Roman

In the 2001 film 'Planet of The Apes', which actor and former rap singer starred as the astronaut Leo Davidson?

Mark Wahlberg

A gurdwara is a place of worship in which world religion? Sikhism

Formosa is the old Portuguese name for which island lying off the coast of China? Taiwan

In post-graduate education, what do the letters MBA stand for? Master of Business Administration

What 'T' is the ability to move or manipulate objects with the power of the mind? Telekinesis


Which new country was created in 1922, after a revolution and civil war, and was dissolved again in 1991?

Soviet Union

What 'S' is a style made popular in Britain in the 1950s by artists such as Lonnie Donegan? Skiffle

Which score known as a 'nelson' do English cricketers regard as unlucky; 99 or 111? 111

Screech, Zack and Mr Belding were characters in the US children`s TV sitcom `Saved By The…' what?

Bell

The Chinese calendar year of which animal began in February 2002? Horse

In the 2000 film 'Unbreakable', which actor stars in the role of Elijah Price, nicknamed Mr. Glass? Samuel L. Jackson

The muscular Hollywood actor born Mark Vincent in 1967 is better known by which name? Vin Diesel

In North America, Great Slave and Tahoe are both names of which geographical feature? Lake

The gold coins known as doubloons were minted in which European country? Spain

What 'L' is a type of inflatable mattress used for flotation in the sea and swimming pools? Lilo

What `B` was the Russian political party led by Lenin during the October Revolution of 1917? Bolsheviks

In which country did the folk group 'Clannad' originate? Ireland

Which horseracing professionals use the code known as 'Tic-Tac'? Bookmakers

Which cartoon series featured space adventurers called G-Force? Battle of the Planets

In British wedding customs, the flowers of which citrus tree are traditionally worn by a bride? Orange


Which actor co-starred with Samuel L Jackson in the 2000 film 'Unbreakable'? Bruce Willis

The term 'currier' describes a person who works with which type of material? Leather

In 1947 the Punjab was divided between India and which other country? Pakistan

On January 1st 2002 the Euro replaced the Drachma as the currency of which European country?

Greece

What word of command to a horse shares its sound with the seventh letter of the alphabet? Gee

In which decade was Francois Mitterrand first elected President of France? 1980s

Which American songwriter wrote the lyrics "How many roads must a man walk down before you can call him a man"?

Bob Dylan

What 'I' is the name for the portion of a game of cricket in which one entire team bats? Innings

The Dallas character Bobby Ewing was played by Patrick... who? Duffy

Beowulf, in Anglo-Saxon mythology, was killed trying to slay what sort of mythical beast? Dragon

High Heels And Low'….what, is the title of the 2001 film starring Minnie Driver? Lifes

How many red balls are traditionally used in the game of billiards? One

In which country are the universities of Stanford and Yale? United States

The silver coins, struck by the Spanish colonial mints from 1572, were known as 'pieces of...' what?

Eight

The words steam, tilt and trip can all precede the name of which tool? Hammer


Which African leader was once jailed for taking part in the Mau Mau rebellion; Jomo Kenyatta or Idi Amin?

Jomo Kenyatta

The song 'A Whiter Shade of Pale' was a 1967 UK hit single for 'Procul…' who? Harum

In Olympic athletics, what is the shortest men's track event for men run over hurdles? 110 Metres Hurdles

In the TV soap 'EastEnders' in March 2002 the character Lisa Shaw married which market trader?

Mark Fowler

Which king of Thebes was both father and half-brother of Antigone? Oedipus

In which 1994 film starring Hugh Grant and Andie McDowell, did Kristin Scott-Thomas appear as the cool but witty Fiona?

Four Weddings and a Funeral

Which Elizabethan dramatist and poet wrote 'Tamburlaine the Great' and 'Doctor Faustus'? Christopher Marlowe

El Nino is an occasional surge of warm water into the Peru current in which ocean? Pacific

A profile of Queen Beatrix features on all the Euro coins issued by which member state of the E U?

The Netherlands

Which word meaning infrequent is also the name for a small table? Occasional

From which west African country did Biafra declare independence in 1967? Nigeria

Dionne Warwick had a 1968 UK hit single with 'Do you Know the way to…' where? San Jose

What name is given to the taut cords that form the boundary of a boxing ring? Ropes

In the TV soap 'EastEnders' pensioner Jim Branning married which character on 14th February 2002?

Dot Cotton

A faun was a deity represented as a man with the hind legs, ears, tail and horns of which animal? Goat


In which 1969 film about a gold bullion robbery did Michael Caine star with Benny Hill and Noel Coward?

The Italian Job

Which 2000 Oscar winning film had the tagline 'What we do in life echoes in eternity'? Gladiator

The River Madeira in Brazil is a tributary of which other river? Amazon

What `I` is the word used to describe the profit or wages gained by an individual over a period of time?

Income

If a person is described as 'altruistic' what is he selfless or selfish? Selfless

The Black Sash organisation was founded in 1955 by women opposed to apartheid in which African country?

South Africa

Elkie Brooks had a 1986 UK hit single with the song 'No More the…' what? Fool

In 2002, the then Crown Prince of which European principality competed in his fifth Olympic Bobsleigh event?

Monaco

Which long-running science programme shares its name with the line where the earth appears to meet the sky?

Horizon

What was the name of the twin brother of Remus who was the legendary founder of Rome? Romulus

In the 1994 film `Shallow Grave` in which Scottish city did the main characters live? Edinburgh

Which Italian motorcycle world champion's 2006 autobiography is entitled 'What If I Had Never Tried It'?

Valentino Rossi

The Aswan High Dam is in which African country? Egypt

Minted in 2002, what was the face value of the Golden Jubilee Crown? Five Pounds

What 'W' is the term for a piece of fruit that has been blown off a tree and an unexpected financial gain?

Windfall


In which European capital city was there widespread strikes and student protests led by Daniel Cohn-Bendit in May 1968?

Paris

Which Irish group had UK hit singles during the 1990s with the songs 'Runaway' and 'So Young'? The Corrs

Miami's American Football team in the NFL is named after which aquatic mammal? Dolphin

Which academic and author of 'The Female Eunuch' is a regular panellist on the BBC culture show 'Newsnight Review'?

Germaine Greer

In the Scout Association, the oldest scouts aged between 15.5 and 20 years old are known by what name?

Venture Scouts

In which`Carry On` film did Sid James play Sir Sydney Ruff Diamond? Carry On Up the Khyber

In which event did Shelley Rudman win a silver medal for Britain in the 2006 Winter Olympics? Skeleton

What relation was the Antarctic explorer Robert Falcon Scott to the naturalist and artist Sir Peter Scott?

Father

A transaction that is either illegal or conducted in a secretive and clandestine was is said to be 'Under the…' what?

Counter

What is the meaning of the word 'gargantuan'; very large or very small? Very Large

Before it achieved independence in 1991, Kazakhstan was a part of which country? Soviet Union

When a child is born' was a 1976 UK hit single for 'Johnny…' who? Mathis

Ground strokes in tennis are comprised of forehands and... what? Backhands

Which word meaning 'unemployed', 'not in use' or 'lazy' is the surname of a member of the cast of 'Monty Python'?

Idle

In the Scout Association in Britain, scouts aged between 8 and 10.5 years are known by what name?

Cub Scouts


Which ball-game was the subject of the 1986 film `The Color of Money`? Pool

Which Swiss football official was elected president of FIFA in 1998? Sepp Blatter

Which Scottish city is said to take its name from a 7th century king of Northumbria called Edwin? Edinburgh

In financial management, if you are said to be àccruing` money you are doing what… saving it or spending it?

Saving It

The Italian phrase that means the simplified speech used between speakers of different languages is 'Lingua…' what?

Franca

In the famous nursery rhyme, where did the second little pig stay? At Home

Which British group had a 1993 UK hit single with 'Moving On Up'? M People

Which form of exercise is informally called 'pumping iron'? Weightlifting

The interior designer who has presented the BBC show 'Home Front' alongside gardener Diarmuid Gavin is Laurence… who?

Llewelyn Bowen

Lundy island lies off the coast of which county in south-west England? Devon

In the 1986 film `Peggy Sue Got Married`, which actress played the title role? Kathleen Turner

In 1987, which Oxfordshire stately home was designated a World Heritage Site? Blenheim Palace

In which US city is Sixth Avenue officially named Àvenue of the Americas`? New York

The scheme in which small investors can buy a share in a professionally managed portfolio is called a Ùnit...' what?

Trust

To talk about work especially in the company of uninterested outsiders is known as 'Talking…' what?

Shop


What `H` was the nickname of the US songwriter and jazz pianist, Hoagland Howard Carmichael?

Hoagy

The group which had a 1966 UK hit single with 'Daydream' were known as 'The Lovin'…' what? Spoonful

Which Olympic athletics event is a race run over a distance of over 42 Kilometres? Marathon

What name is given to a scene from the past inserted into the action to provide a comment or explanation of it?

Flash-Back

The towns of Tideswell and Bakewell are in which English National Park? Peak District

In which of the two `Toy Story` films does the character Stinky Pete appear? Toy Story 2

According to US legend, who is credited with sewing the first American flag upon request from George Washington?

Betsy Ross

In which European capital city is the famous Notre Dame Cathedral located? Paris

In house purchase, which single word is the general name given to the security on the loan used? Mortgage

What 'P' is the name given to the voluntary promotion of human welfare and benevolence to all mankind?

Philanthropy

Which type of musical Instrument is an ocarina; string or wind? Wind

What 'S' is the name of Destiny's Child's April 2001 UK number one single? Survivor

Jennifer Capriati has represented which country at tennis? United States

The annoying interviewer played by Paul Kaye was called Dennis... who? Pennis

The towns of Keswick and Ambleside are situated in which English National Park? Lake District


In the 1963 film `From Russia With Love`, which actor played James Bond? Sean Connery

In which UK cathedral city is St David's Station located? Exeter

The River Niger reaches the Atlantic Ocean in which African country? Nigeria

Unrecorded trading in jobs or goods is often referred to as the what colour economy? Black

Which word can mean illumination from a particular celestial body or to do a second job? Moonlight

In which of the arts did Italian Tito Gobbi win international fame; opera or ballet? Opera

Which five member British group, famous for their dance moves, announced that they were to split up in 2001?

Steps

The winning of each of a group of major sports championships in the same year is known as a 'Grand…' what?

Slam

Which 'Silent Witness' actress appeared in a major British soap opera from 1982 to 1986? Amanda Burton

Which wild animal park in Bedfordshire was opened in 1931 by the Zoological Society of London? Whipsnade

In which1984 animated film does the lead character, Bastian enter the land of Fantasia? The Never-Ending Story

The rim of a basketball net is how many feet off the ground? 10 feet

What 'J' is an Indonesian island whose name is now a slang term for coffee? Java

Which three-letter word precedes `debt` to mean money owed that is most unlikely to be recovered?

Bad

The usual translation of the Latin phrase 'caveat emptor' is 'let the buyer…' what'? Beware


According to the lyrics of the Australian song `Waltzing Matilda` the jolly swagman is waiting for his what to boil?

Billy

Which singer had a UK hit single in 2002 with a cover version of the Soft Cell song 'Say Hello, Wave Goodbye'?

David Gray

What is officially the maximum number of competitors in a game of squash? Four

In February 2002 which ex-footballer and TV host appeared in the BBC documentary 'Surviving The Kalahari'?

Ian Wright

In which moorland in Devon are the sources of the River Taw and the River Teign? Dartmoor

Which actress won an Oscar for her performance in the 1992 film `Howards End`? Emma Thompson

Which Italian author wrote the children's story ‘Pinocchio’? Carlo Collodi

In France, which famous palace 10 miles south-west of Paris was once a royal residence and centre of government?

Versailles

What 'P' is the common name for a weekly or monthly note of a worker's wages and deductions? Pay Slip

The form of a verb preceded by the word 'to' such as 'to sing' is known as what; the infinitive or the imperative?

Infinitive

What 'B' is the name is given to a roofed outdoor platform upon which musicians can play? Bandstand

Boy' was the first album released by which Irish rock band? U2

In which sport is 'onion bag' a slang term for the goal and net? Football

Liza Tarbuck played the title role in which 2001 BBC drama? Linda Green

A ship canal that opened in 1894 linked which city to the River Mersey? Manchester


US director Tim Burton made films featuring which comic book hero in 1989 and again in 1992? Batman

The modern Olympic Summer Games were first held in which year? 1896

In which ocean are the Philippines? Pacific Ocean

What is the term for a cheque that has two parallel lines drawn on it so that it is payable only into a bank account?

Crossed

What 'H' originally meaning to 'blindfold' now means 'to trick or deceive'? Hoodwink

Musical notation is written on a 'staff' of five parallel lines running in which direction; horizontally or vertically?

Horizontally

The four famous members of the Beatles were all born in which decade? 1940s

In Chicago in 1985, Steve Jones set a UK best of 2 hours 7 minutes 13 seconds in which athletics event?

Marathon

In 2002 which US comedienne began presenting the BBC entertainment show 'Commercial Breakdown'?

Ruby Wax

The fishing port of Lowestoft stands on which body of water? North Sea

In the 1961 film `Breakfast At Tiffany's`, what was the name of the character played by Audrey Hepburn?

Holly Golightly

In 1994, which US rock group had a hit album called 'Monster'? R.E.M

In which ocean are the Galapagos Islands? Pacific Ocean

Excluding faces, how many sides does a UK twenty pence piece have? Seven

What is the most frequently used consonant in English? T


London's Wigmore Hall is a concert venue for which style of music; classical or heavy metal? Classical

Which female singer had a 2002 UK hit single with 'Overprotected'? Britney Spears

Which is the only throwing event in modern athletics where competitors do not take their throws from within a circle?

Javelin

The 1990s spoof news programme that featured Steve Coogan and Chris Morris was called 'The Day…' what?

Today

Which range of hills in Gloucestershire has its highest point at Cleeve Cloud? Cotswolds

In the 1995 film `Seven`, which actor played serial killer John Doe? Kevin Spacey

In 1877, Thomas Edison made the first ever recording of a human voice by reciting which nursery rhyme?

Mary Had A Little Lamb

The Java Trench is a deep area of which ocean? Indian Ocean

What `B` is the legal term for a person who cannot pay his debts and is adjudged to be insolvent by a Court of Law?

Bankrupt

In time a 'quindecennial' event takes place once every how many years? Fifteen

Which forename is shared by the famous guitarist Bream and the cellist Lloyd Webber? Julian

The surviving members of which group re-released their 1977 single 'God save the Queen' in 2002?

The Sex Pistols

In men's tennis what is the maximum number of sets that can be played in any match? Five

Which female musician regularly appeared as herself on the TV series 'Ally McBeal'? Vonda Shepard

In which English county are the towns of Cirencester and Stroud? Gloucestershire


In the 1995 film `Seven`, which actor plays Detective William Somerset? Morgan Freeman

There are two books of the Bible named after women: Ruth, and which other? Esther

What is the name of the ship canal situated in the north-east of Egypt? Suez

What 'I' is the name is given to trade goods brought into the country from abroad? Imports

The words 'assassin', 'safari' and 'divan' are all derived from which language? Arabic

A euphonium would normally be played in which ensemble; a string orchestra or a brass band? Brass Band

In the music industry, which annual prize for Album of the Year has been won by M People, Pulp, and PJ Harvey?

Mercury Music Prize

A ski run specifically suited to beginners is marked by which colour? Green

Which word meaning an unobstructed view is the name of a long-running BBC current affairs programme?

Panorama

The River Wye on which the city of Hereford stands flows into the estuary of which other river? Severn

`The Sweet Smell of '...what is the title of a 1957 Tony Curtis film? Success

Which Hollywood actress played teenager, Grace in the film 'The Horse Whisperer'? Scarlett Johansson

The Windward and Leeward islands are bounded on one side by the Caribbean Sea and on the other by which ocean?

Atlantic

Which word follows `turf`,'chartered` or'certified` to give three job titles? Accountant

In American English, which stadium used for a team game gives its name to a slang expression for an estimate?

Ball-Park


The cellist Jacqueline du Pre was married to the Israeli pianist and conductor, Daniel... who? Barenboim

American singer Christina Milian had a 2002 UK hit single with a song called 'AM to...' what? PM

In the motor racing abbreviation 'F1', the letter 'F' stands for what? Formula

In the UK, what is the company `BARB` primarily responsible for measuring? Television Audiences

Dovedale is a beauty spot in which English National Park? Peak District

The 1996 documentary film `When We Were Kings`, follows the story of a match between Muhammad Ali and which other boxer?

George Foreman

Which city was the capital of the British India from 1772 to 1912? Calcutta

In the Japanese ceremony chanoyu, which beverage is prepared and consumed? Tea

In 1973 what form of indirect taxation replaced purchase tax in the UK? Value-Added Tax

In naval slang, issuing an extra ration of rum is known as 'splicing the…' what? Mainbrace

A standard electric bass guitar has how many strings? Four

A UK hit single for both Johnny Nash and Jimmy Cliff has the opening line "I can see clearly now the…" what has gone?

Rain

Which London stadium hosted the track and field events during the 1948 Olympic Games? Wembley

The television channels TF1 and Canal Plus are based in which European country? France

Lindisfarne, also known as Holy Island, lies in which body of water? North Sea


The characters Mickey and Mallory Knox feature in which1994 film directed by Oliver Stone? Natural Born Killers

To which South American country does Easter Island belong? Chile

Which Australian port, in the state of Victoria, is named after a British Prime Minister? Melbourne

In the world of business what `M` means the joining together of two or more companies? Merger

In the German language the word 'Klein' means what; big or small? Small

Which former Manchester factory worker turned singer topped the classical charts in the US and UK simultaneously?

Russell Watson

Which female singer had the biggest-selling UK album of 2001 with 'No Angel'? Dido

Which famous cricket club voted in 1998 to admit women members for the first time? Marylebone Cricket Club

In the acronym `BARB`, the body responsible for measuring UK television ratings, what does the letter `A` stand for?

Audience

The Collegiate Church of St Peter Westminster is better known as which famous building? Westminster Abbey

Which 1994 film about the mental illness of a British monarch, starred Nigel Hawthorne and Helen Mirren?

The Madness of King George

What is the capital city of Singapore? Singapore City

Which European capital city has underground stations called Concorde, Odeon and Opera? Paris

In an office the small fund of money kept on hand to pay for minor items is known as the petty... what?

Cash

What letter occurs twice in a 'week' once in a 'year' but never in a 'day' or a 'month'? E


Which three-letter word means the system of notes in which a composition is written, such as C major or G minor?

Key

Which female singer had a 2000 UK hit single with 'Body to Body'? Samantha Mumba

Usually held annually in July, which UK sporting event has been held at Aintree, Silverstone and Brands Hatch?

British Grand Prix

In the classic children's TV programme 'Playschool', which architectural features were round, square or arched?

Windows

The River Wye flows through England and which other UK country? Wales

Which film about the mental illness of a British monarch was adapted for the screen by Alan Bennett?

The Madness of King George

The Western Isles is an alternative name for which Scottish island group? Outer Hebrides

In which US city would you find the Dodger Stadium and the Hollywood Bowl? Los Angeles

What `L` is the term for a person appointed to conduct the financial winding-up of a company? Liquidator

When a person plays the piano they are sometimes said to be 'tickling the…' what? Ivories

The English orchestra known as the R L P O is based in which north west city? Liverpool

Which word meaning 'to form mental pictures' is the title of a 1971 song by John Lennon? Imagine

Which symbolic cricketing prize was first presented to England in 1883? The Ashes

In which US TV sitcom did British actress Jane Leeves play the character Daphne? Frasier

The De Montfort Hall is the main concert venue of which Midlands city? Leicester


In which 1998 Guy Ritchie film did Sting play a pub landlord? Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

In the 1983 film romance 'Flashdance', which US actress played the feisty Alex Owens? Jennifer Beals

In which American city is the Rose Museum at Carnegie Hall? New York

A system in which financial activities are left up to the choice of individuals, is called a `free market...' what?

Economy

, the word 'Regicide' is strictly defined as the killing or murder of whom? A King

Perfect pitch is an asset in which activity; painting or singing? Singing

Which singer had a UK hit single in 2002 with 'The World's Greatest', the theme to the film 'Ali'? R Kelly

In which Olympic sport are competitors warned to get ready for a bout with the words 'En Garde'? Fencing

Which planet is referred to in the title of the US sitcom `Third Rock From The Sun`? Earth

In which English county are the towns of Grantham, Spalding and Boston? Lincolnshire

The 1997 Oscar-winning film, `Life Is Beautiful`, was set in which European country? Italy

In the 1984 film 'The Karate Kid', what was the name of Daniel Larusso's mentor? Mr Miyagi

In which European country does the city of Basel stand on the river Rhine? Switzerland

A portrait of the composer Mozart features on the 1 Euro coin issued by which member state of the E U?

Austria

In which language does 'perestroika' mean 'restructuring'? Russian


What was the first name of the British composer whose surname was Elgar? Edward

Which country won the Eurovision Song Contest for three consecutive years in the 1990s? Republic of Ireland

In golf, how many tournaments make up the Majors? Four

In 2002, which comic character, portrayed by Rowan Atkinson, returned to TV to promote the Queen`s Golden Jubilee?

Blackadder

In which English county is the seaside resort of Morecambe? Lancashire

In the 1990 film `Reversal of Fortune`, which British actor played the role of Claus von Bulow? Jeremy Irons

Which word, from the German for 'game', is used for an elaborate or glib speech, typically used by a salesperson?

Spiel

The Windward Passage is a strait that separates Haiti and which large Caribbean island? Cuba

On which date in 2002 did Euro notes and coins enter general circulation in twelve European countries?

First of January

The phrase 'De facto' literally meaning 'of fact' comes from which language? Latin

Which British male tenor singer released an album in 2001 entitled `Encore`? Russell Watson

Which former Spice Girl had a UK hit single in February 2002 with 'A Mind of its Own'? Victoria Beckham

The 2002 Winter Olympics were held in which US state? Utah

The screenwriter who co-wrote the comedy series `Blackadder` and wrote `The Vicar of Dibley` is Richard... who?

Curtis

In which English county are the towns of Macclesfield and Congleton? Cheshire


Which 2001 film, originally the work of Stanley Kubrick, was completed by Steven Spielberg? A.I.

In Arthur Conan Doyle's books, what was the name of Sherlock Holmes' more intelligent older brother?

Mycroft

What `L` is the name of the vast region extending across northern Norway, Sweden and Finland and into Russia?

Lapland

What `B` is the name for someone employed to buy and sell stocks and shares? Broker

What 'P' is the native American word for 'Baby' or 'Small child'? Papoose

Which musical term, meaning to support a soloist, especially on the piano, can also mean to travel with or escort?

Accompany

Diamond Lights' was a 1987 UK hit single for the two footballers with rhyming surnames Chris Waddle and who?

Glenn Hoddle

The two types of board from which Olympic diving is performed are the platform and what other? Springboard

In which TV quiz show that began in 1972 are contenders told "I`ve started so I`ll finish"? Mastermind

In which English county are the towns of Market Harborough and Melton Mowbray? Leicestershire

In which 1977 science fiction film did Richard Dreyfuss play Roy Neary? Close Encounters of the Third Kind

What name is given to the room in which riding equipment, such as saddles, are kept? Tack room

Vietnam has land borders with Laos, Cambodia and which other country? China

If wages, pensions or benefits increase in proportion to the cost of living, they are said to be what... linked?

Index

The French phrase 'vous voir bientôt' means what; 'I love you' or 'see you soon'? See You Soon


Beethoven's Symphony No. 6 in F major is more commonly known by which name? Pastoral

According to the lyrics of the song, "Happy days are here again, the skies above are …" what again?

Clear

For which manufacturer did Michael Schumacher win his 4th world championship title in 2001? Ferrari

In which US TV sitcom did the leading characters have the surnames Geller, Green, Buffay, Bing and Tribbiani?

Friends

In which English county. Are the towns of Burton-On-Trent and Tamworth? Staffordshire

Steven Spielberg directed which famous 1977 science fiction film about visitors from another planet?

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

In which Irish county is the Blarney Stone located? Cork

Aberdeen Harbour and the Star Ferry can both be found in which former British colony? Hong Kong

The silver objects known as 'pieces of eight' were which...candlesticks or coins? Coins

The words 'smorgasbord' and 'ombudsman' are derived from which Scandinavian language? Swedish

Which type of instrument is a clavichord; keyboard or woodwind? Keyboard

Soul singer James Brown won a Grammy for his 1965 UK hit single 'Papa's Got a Brand New...' what?

Bag

At the 2001 Wimbledon Tennis Championships, which player won the ladies' singles title? Venus Williams

Kim Cattrall played the character Samantha Jones in which US comedy series? Sex And The City

In which English county are the towns of Leamington Spa and Rugby? Warwickshire


In the 1997 science-fiction film `Contact`, which actress played the character, Doctor Ellie Arroway?

Jodie Foster

Which main ingredient is added to a béchamel sauce to make it a Mornay sauce? Cheese

Which country in Southern Europe includes the administrative areas of Arcadia and Attica? Greece

The nickname 'chippy' is applied to members of which profession? Carpentry

Which Latin word meaning 'about' can be abbreviated to the letter 'c' and is often used with approximate dates?

Circa

The fife is a member of which family of woodwind instruments? Flute

Which surname is shared by a northern Irish musician called Van and an American rock singer called Jim?

Morrison

Who knocked Tim Henman out of the second round of the men's singles at Wimbledon 2006? Roger Federer

Which `Newsnight` presenter has been quoted as saying "I hate the word sneering. I can`t help how my face looks"?

Jeremy Paxman

In the shipping forecast, what 'H' is the area between Tyne and Thames? Humber

In the 2000 film 'Bedazzled', Liz Hurley played the part of which evil character? The Devil

The Skeleton Coast is an arid coastal area in which South West African country? Namibia

In which Asian country does the port of Canton stand on the Pearl river? China

Which entrepreneur sold Virgin Records to Thorn EMI in 1992? Richard Branson

The word 'parochial' literally means relating to which small unit of local government? Parish


What does the musical term 'largo' mean? Slowly

Martin and Paddy McAloon were founder members of the group 'Prefab...' what? Sprout

In which sport did Jason Leonard represent England? Rugby Union

Which drama starring Pauline Quirke and Warren Clarke features a family moving to the countryside?

Down To Earth

In the shipping forecast, what 'D' is the name of the area between Thames and Wight? Dover

Hattie McDaniel was the first African-American actress to win an Academy Award, for her role in which 1939 film?

Gone With The Wind

In opera, what term is used for the lowest category of female voice? Contralto

Which warm ocean current is also known as the North Atlantic Drift? Gulf Stream

The words 'samovar' and 'cosmonaut' are taken from which language? Russian

What word can mean both, a small burrowing mammal and a spy established deep within an organisation?

Mole

The composer Edward Elgar was born in which country of the UK? England

Which group released UK hit albums called 'Tusk' in 1979 and 'Tango in the Night' in 1987? Fleetwood Mac

In which sport are the terms 'bouncer', 'leg-bye' and 'googly' commonly used? Cricket

Mrs. Honeyman and Micky Murphy first appeared in which children's programme? Camberwick Green

The mouth of which river is on the North Sea coast between the ports of Redcar and Hartlepool? River Tees


The Woody Allen comedy in which a character steps out of the screen is called 'The Purple Rose of…' what?

Cairo

In Thomas Hardy's novels, the fictional county of Wessex is based on which English county? Dorset

With a population comprising people of Inuit descent, in which country is the large territory of Nunavut?

Canada

The word 'won't' is a contracted version of which two words? Will Not

What 'M' means both a state of untidiness and a place where service personnel eat or take recreation?

Mess

The words of the music hall song are "Knees up mother…" who? Brown

The group that had a 1986 UK number one single with 'The Final Countdown', was named after which continent?

Europe

Which English football club bought the Dutch player Ruud van Nistelrooy for £19 million in 2001? Manchester United

Which former 'Goon Show' actor was a regular host of 'Songs of Praise'? Sir Harry Secombe

Which county council in the south of England includes the boroughs of Havant, Gosport and Rushmoor?

Hampshire

In which 1980 film did Dolly Parton sing the title music and make her acting debut? Nine to Five

What is the offical language of the African country Guinea? French

The Denmark Strait separates Iceland from which other large island in the North Atlantic? Greenland

The word 'shan't' is a contraction of which two words? Shall Not

What does the Greek word 'kudos' mean; glory or pity? Glory


What 'K' is the first name of McKenzie, a former editor of 'The Sun' newspaper? Kelvin

Estonia hosted which annual music competition in May 2002 as a result of their victory in 2001? Eurovision Song Contest

Who was the UK's only gold medal winner at the 2001 World Athletics Championships in Edmonton?

Jonathan Edwards

The epic TV series 'I, Claudius' was based on books by which twentieth-century writer? Robert Graves

Which county council includes the districts of Sedgemoor and Mendip and the borough of Taunton Deane?

Somerset

The British actress who played Lucy Bell in the 2000 film 'Maybe Baby' is Joely… who? Richardson

Which UK shipping forecast area shares its name with an island in the Bristol Channel? Lundy

In Europe, a gallophile is a person who has a great love for which present-day country? France

The word 'media', used to describe a means of mass communication, is the plural of which word? Medium

Which word can come before 'fish', 'weather' and 'blanket' to make three well-known phrases? Wet

In the UK, the initials `PCC` stand for the `Press Complaints…' what? Commission

Which performer, whose UK hits include 'Mandy', was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in December 2001?

Barry Manilow

In which sport did Ray Lindwall, Keith Miller and Richie Benaud represent Australia? Cricket

Which 70s and 80s comedy series featured the characters Latka the mechanic, Reverend Jim and Louie DePalma?

Taxi

Which county council includes the districts of Richmondshire, Selby and Craven? North Yorkshire


The films 'Howards End' and 'A Room with a View' were based on the books of which author? E.M. Forster

In which century was Joan of Arc canonised by the Catholic Church? 20th

Which canal links the Red Sea and the Mediterranean? The Suez Canal

The word 'can't' is a contraction of which word? Cannot

What is the usual term for the shortening of a word or phrase; for example, 'admin', 'prep' and 'vocab'?

Abbreviation

Dr. Miriam Stoppard has been the permanent agony aunt since 1997 for which national tabloid? The Mirror

The hit song by Seal that featured in the film `Batman Forever` was called `Kiss From A...' what? Rose

In the 1950s, at which sport did Alec Bedser and Jim Laker represent England? Cricket

The 1970s TV detective Kojak was often seen eating what type of sweet? Lollipop

Which London building in The Strand was home to the register of births, marriages and deaths until 1970?

Somerset House

What is the name of the Best Film Award at the Cannes Film Festival? Palme d'Or

Which 1987 Mel Brooks film, featuring John Candy as 'Barf', is a spoof of the 'Star Wars' series? Spaceballs

Cambodia has land borders with Vietnam, Laos and which other country? Thailand

The term slander refers to which form of defamation; spoken or written? Spoken

Which word can mean 'a forward move', 'progress', 'payment upfront' or 'a loan'? Advance


Which weekly London entertainment listings magazine shares its name with a tactical break in an American sports game?

Time Out

Which 1969 UK number one single sung by Rolf Harris was written by Madden and Morse? Two Little Boys

In which Canadian city did the 2001 World Championships take place? Edmonton

In which US TV comedy series did Will Smith play a teenager sent to live with his Californian relatives?

The Fresh Prince of Bel Air

The Millennium Tower and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery are in which Scottish city? Glasgow

In which 1980 film did Neil Diamond star as an aspiring performer at odds with his religious family background?

The Jazz Singer

In which Asian religion do gates called Torii mark the location of shrines? Shintoism

Which of these countries is larger by area, Canada or India? Canada

The rhyme used to help children learn to spell is 'i before e except after…' what? C

Which word can come before 'cone', 'needle', and 'marten' to make three well-known words or phrases?

Pine

`Pravda` is a famous newspaper published in which country? Russia

Love in the first Degree' and 'Robert Deniro's Waiting' were UK hit singles in the 80s for which female group?

Bananarama

In which country did the 2001 World Athletics Championships take place? Canada

With which host of 'The Generation Game' did Isla St. Clair appear as co-presenter? Larry Grayson

In which city on the south coast of England is the Overlord Embroidery displayed in the D-Day Museum?

Portsmouth


Which boxer is the subject of the film 'Raging Bull'? Jake La Motta

In 1973, which country joined the European Union at the same time as Ireland and the UK? Denmark

Which country and member of the Commonwealth has the longest coastline in the world? Canada

The inspection and testing of product samples to maintain high standards is known as what type of control?

Quality

Which word describes the colloquial way in which most ordinary people speak; idiomatic or idiotic?

Idiomatic

Which UK broadsheet newspaper publishes a separate literary supplement every Friday? The Times

The song 'Eternal Flame' was a 1988 UK number one single for which US female band? The Bangles

In cricket, which county plays home matches at Headingley? Yorkshire

In which TV series for children was the acknowledgement F.A.B. often used? Thunderbirds

Which UK garden city was founded in 1919 in Hertfordshire? Welwyn

Which 1975 musical film contains the songs 'Dammit Janet', 'I Can Make You A Man', and 'Eddie'?

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Which actress and star of TV's 'The OC', had small roles in the films 'Notting Hill' and 'The Sixth Sense'?

Mischa Barton

The Australian city of Perth is situated on the coast of which ocean? Indian Ocean

According to the popular saying, what breeds contempt? Familiarity

Which word can go before 'black', 'farthing' and 'whistle', to make three well-known phrases? Penny


What is the name of the weekly supplement to 'The Times' newspaper, abbreviated as `T.L.S.`? Times Literary Supplement

Which Spanish city features in the title of the 1988 UK hit single by Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballe?

Barcelona

In cricket, which county plays its home fixtures at Edgbaston? Warwickshire

In the TV sitcom 'Mrs Merton and Malcolm', what relation was Mrs Merton to Malcolm? Mother

Which northern city on the River Don is built on and within seven hills? Sheffield

In which decade was the Disney film 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs' first released? 1930s

What do the letters 'XO' stand for on a bottle of cognac? Extra Old

Las Vegas and Reno are both in which US state? Nevada

According to the popular expression, the greater or best part of something is 'the lion's…' what? Share

What 'P', derived from French, is the term for a collection of dried flower petals used scent the air?

Potpourri

In 1982, which newspaper used the notorious headline `Gotcha` for the story of the sinking of the `General Belgrano`?

The Sun

Grandad' was a 1970 UK number one single for 'Dad's Army' actor Clive… who? Dunn

In which sport are the Breeders Cup and the Triple Crown major events? Horse Racing

Craig Cash played a title role in the sitcom called 'Mrs Merton and…' what? Malcolm

The Swing Bridge and the Metro Bridge cross which River in north-east England? Tyne


Which 1978 Alan Parker film told of the ordeals of an American drug smuggler in a Turkish jail? Midnight Express

In horse racing 'Tic-Tac' slang, what odds are known as 'Double Carpet'? 33 to 1

The Bering Sea is in the northern part of which ocean? Pacific

According to the expression, to be careful about one's words or behaviour is to 'mind one's p's and…' what?

Q's

What 'I' is the name given to a type of verb that does not conform to the usual pattern? Irregular

How is the comic hero Roy Race better known? Roy of the Rovers

Which singer originally had a UK hit single with 'American Pie' in 1971? Don McLean

In which sport is it favourable to end up on the 'fairway' rather than in the 'rough'? Golf

In the sitcom 'Men Behaving Badly', what was the profession of the character Dorothy? Nurse

Dunedin is an old poetic name for which Scottish city? Edinburgh

The actor Joseph Frank Keaton was better known by which nickname? Buster

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson appeared naked on the cover of Vanity Fair magazine with which fellow actress?

Keira Knightley

The plateau known as `the Great Karoo` is in the south of which continent? Africa

According to the common expression, if someone causes upset they are 'rocking the…' what? Boat

What name is shared by card game, an aggressive verbal response and a colloquial term for a photograph?

Snap


In March 2002 Robert Thomson succeeded Peter Stothard as the editor of which daily broadsheet newspaper?

The Times

Natasha, Liz and Jenny were in which British hit group? Atomic Kitten

The British Empire Games, first held in Canada in 1930 are now known by what name? Commonwealth Games

In the 1990s British TV sitcom 'Men Behaving Badly', with which male character did Tony share a flat?

Gary Strang

In which English city are the Mersey Maritime Museum and the Walker Art Gallery? Liverpool

In which 2001 film, adapted from a best-selling novel, did Nicolas Cage play an Italian captain on Cephalonia?

Captain Corelli's Mandolin

Which British actress has written novels including 'Star Quality' and 'Love And Desire And Hate'? Joan Collins

Groznyy is a large city in which republic in south-western Russia? Chechnya

According to the common expression, a hard but outwardly gentle person conceals 'an iron hand in a velvet…' what?

Glove

Which word follows blood, data, memory and savings to give the names of four places used for storage?

Bank

Which widely-cultivated flowering shrub has varieties called 'Hybrid Musk' and 'Floribunda'? Rose

Which former Radio 2 veteran DJ and interviewer was knighted in 2001 for services to broadcasting?

Jimmy Young

In basketball, the team known as 'The Knicks' represent which US city? New York

In the 1990s TV sitcom 'Men Behaving Badly', which actor played Tony? Neil Morrissey

The British transport police is the national police force for which means of travel? Railways


In which 1981 film did Dudley Moore play the title role? Arthur

Drunk in some Arabic countries, Arak is a drink flavoured with which spice? Aniseed

In which North American country is the territory that was formerly known as `Rupert`s Land`? Canada

According to the colloquial term, an urban area of ill-repute is illuminated with lights of which colour?

Red

What 'C' is a word that can mean both an extensive list and an illustrated book of goods for sale by mail order?

Catalogue

A farming system given over exclusively to a single product is known as a 'mono...' what? Culture

Which Irish disc jockey was voted `most attractive male voice` in a 2002 poll by 'The Radio Times'?

Terry Wogan

What 'B' is a five-a-side sport, that features players called 'guards', 'forwards' and 'centres'? Basketball

Hyacinth, Onslow, and Emmet were characters in which 1990s sitcom? Keeping Up Appearances

The famous parade through the city of Durham every summer is known as the Durham Miners'... what?

Gala

Which 1990 film starred John Goodman as a pest controller dealing with poisonous spiders in a small American town?

Arachnophobia

Which city in Pakistan is known as 'Lollywood' for its film industry? Lahore

In which European mountain range is the Brenner Pass? Alps

A person who changes sides in a conflict is known as a what; turncoat or turnpike? Turncoat

Which word can mean everybody born about the same date or the production of electricity? Generation


The name of which common hedgerow shrub is also a word meaning 'older'? Elder

A Crystal Set was an early form of receiver used in which communications medium? Radio

Baseball player Joe DiMaggio played for the team known as the 'New York…' what? Yankees

In the 1990s TV sitcom 'Keeping Up Appearances', what was the surname of the character Hyacinth?

Bucket

In which south-west English county in the is the Royal Naval helicopter base at Culdrose? Cornwall

In which 1968 Stanley Kubrick film did the computer 'HAL' play a major role? 2001: A Space Odyssey

Which Jewish holiday is known as the ‘Festival of Lights’? Hanukkah

The city of Jeddah is in which middle-eastern country? Saudi Arabia

What 'G' is the name for a reef knot with the ends crossed the wrong way making it liable to slip? Granny

In languages such as German and French, nouns can be masculine, feminine or what else? Neuter

What term for an area of wetland, goes before 'orchid' and 'marigold', to give the names of two flowering plants?

Marsh

In the title of the popular 1940s radio show starring comedian `Tommy Handley` the acronym `ITMA` stood for what?

It`s That Man Again

What 'I' is a period of play in both cricket and baseball? Innings

The title of the 1970s and 80s sitcom was 'It Ain't Half Hot…' what? Mum

Which London museum, located in South Kensington, was designed by Fowke and Waterhouse and opened in 1881?

Natural History Museum


In the 1997 film 'LA Confidential', which diminutive actor played a muck-raking tabloid editor? Danny DeVito

In the world of video games, what is the meaning of the abbreviation RPG? Role Playing Game

The Caucasus Mountains lie between the Caspian Sea and which other body of water? Black Sea

What 'D' is the title given to the widow of a monarch, duke or earl? Dowager

Which Italian word meaning 'that which has just been said' is often abbreviated in written English to two small symbols?

Ditto

What three-letter word follows 'silver', 'noble', and 'douglas', to give the names, of three coniferous trees?

Fir

Which former Cabinet Minister hosted the BBC Radio Five Live sports chat-show '606'? David Mellor

What place would an Olympic athlete have come if they were awarded a medal made mainly from copper, zinc and tin?

Third

In the 1960s and 70s TV sitcom 'Till Death Us Do Part', what relation was Alf Garnett to Else? Husband

Which town, the administrative centre of East Sussex holds a famous procession and bonfire each Guy Fawkes night?

Lewes

Which actor produced, directed and starred in the 1960 film 'The Alamo'? John Wayne

Which co-founder of the glam rock band 'Kiss', presented the TV programme ‘Rock School’? Gene Simmons

El Misti` is a volcano in which South American mountain chain? The Andes

Chiromancy is the art of reading lines on which part of the body? Hand

Which two-word rhyming phrase refers to a young man in a relationship with an older and often rich woman?

Toy Boy


Bladderwrack is an example of which marine algae? Seaweed

The radio programmes 'Sports Report' and `606` are broadcast on which station? Radio 5 Live

What 'S' is a sport which was introduced to the Olympics in 1924, where you would find the term 'langlauf'?

Skiing

In the 1960s and 70s TV sitcom 'Till Death Us Do Part', which actor played Alf Garnett? Warren Mitchell

In London, the four inns of court are honourable societies that admit people to practise which profession?

Legal Profession

In the 1923 film 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame', what is the name of the character played by Lon Chaney?

Quasimodo

In the TV series 'Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman', which actor played Superman?

Dean Cain

In which US state are the cities of St Petersburg and Jacksonville? Florida

Which marsupial's name is used of an improper or unlawful court? Kangaroo

In the abbreviation FAQ what does the letter 'Q' stand for? Questions

What is the common name of the garden flower sometimes called our-lady's-tears and Jacob's ladder?

Lily of the Valley

In the New Testament, Calvary, the site of the crucifixion, lies just outside the walls of which city? Jerusalem

What nationality is the professional alpine skier Hermann Maier? Austrian

In which TV comedy do Steve Pemberton, Mark Gatiss, and Reece Shearsmith play various characters from Royston Vasey?

The League of Gentlemen

Part of London Underground, in which century did the Metropolitan line open? Nineteenth


The 1990 film starring Mel Gibson and Goldie Hawn was called 'Bird on a ...' what? Wire

In DIY, when wiring a standard three pin British plug, what does the brown coloured wire signify? Live

Which US state, containing part of the Rocky Mountain range, is on average the highest in the country?

Colorado

A complicated matter likely to prove awkward or embarrassing can be described as a 'can of…' what?

Worms

What 'K' is a general term for small, dry, sticks specially chopped for the lighting of fires? Kindling

If the tide is ebbing, it is moving in which direction; in or out? Out

In the Church of England, what is the usual colour of the surplice worn by clerics and choristers over a cassock?

White

In golf, for what do the initials OB stand? Out of Bounds

Thora Hird played Edie Pegden in which long-running British TV sitcom? Last of The Summer Wine

Which national park does the A57 cross between Sheffield and Manchester? Peak District

In the 1963 film 'The Birds', which actress played the lead role of Melanie Daniels? Tippi Hedren

Which European capital city is nicknamed 'the city of a hundred spires'? Prague

What 'F' is a slang abbreviated word for an FBI agent? Fed

Deception, monkey-business or improper behaviour between the sexes is sometimes known as 'hanky...' what?

Panky

A person who is given a reasonable chance is said to have 'a fair crack of the...' what? Whip


Which organisation's emblem is a view of the Earth centred on the North Pole, flanked by two olive branches?

United Nations

In the New Testament, which prayer was taught by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount? Lord's Prayer

In golf, for what do the initials LPGA stand? Ladies Professional Golf Association

Which BBC science fiction series starred Sylvester McCoy in the title role from 1987 to 1989? Doctor Who

Which motorway passes closest to Luton and Milton Keynes? M1

In the 1998 film 'Hideous Kinky', set in Morocco, which British actress played Julia? Kate Winslet

Elected in 1797, who was the second president of the United States of America? John Adams

The Magna Plaza is a luxury shopping centre located in which European city? Amsterdam

Trickery, duplicity or dodgy dealing is sometimes known as 'Jiggery...' what? Pokery

What 'H' are you said to fly off when you lose your temper? Handle

In politics, the lower house of the legislature of the Isle of Man is known as the House of... what'? Keys

In the western Christian Church, which rank of the clergy has a staff called a crosier? Bishop

In golf, what 'D' is the name given to the turf removed as a result of contact between the club and the ground?

Divot

Which TV science fiction series starred Jon Pertwee in the title role from 1970 to 1974? Doctor Who

In which English county is the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch railway? Kent


In the 2001 film 'The Score', which actor stars, alongside Marlon Brando, as professional criminal Nick Wells?

Robert De Niro

Which US animated TV comedy series features the characters of Hank, Peggy and Bobby Hill? King Of The Hill

A Hunter`s Moon which follows a Harvest Moon occurs in which season of the year? Autumn

Which word can mean a movement in weight-lifting, a sudden pull or tug and a useless person? Jerk

What 'M' can mean a skin blemish caused by a high concentration of melanin and a small burrowing mammal?

Mole

In politics, which British party introduced a bird of liberty as its symbol in 1990? Liberal Democrats

In the New Testament, what was the original name of the Apostle whom Jesus called Peter? Simeon

The tennis player Lleyton Hewitt was born in which country? Australia

Former 'Blue Peter' presenter Peter Purves played an assistant to which fictional 'doctor' during the 1960s?

Doctor Who

The official residence of the Bishop of Durham is located in the town called Bishop... what? Auckland

In which 1995 film did Pete Postlethwaite play a lawyer called Kobayashi? The Usual Suspects

In 1945, which American President gave the order to drop the first atomic bomb? Harry S Truman

Uncle Sam is a figure symbolic of which country? United States

What `B` can mean the hollow part of a gun barrel and a dull, uninteresting person? Bore

Which word can come before bowl, cream and days to make three well-known phrases? Salad


In the US, the holder of which office is also the Commander in Chief of the armed forces? Presidency

The Jewish New Year Festival, which occurs in September or October, is known as Rosh... what?

Hashana

In motor racing, what colour flag is usually used to stop a race before the finish? Red

Nicholas Lyndhurst played Gary Sparrow in the British sitcom 'Goodnight...' what? Sweetheart

What 'D' is a town on the River Clyde, north-west of Glasgow, whose name means 'Fort of the Britons'?

Dumbarton

The 1995 film 'Clueless', starring Alicia Silverstone, is loosely based on which Jane Austen novel?

Emma

In the 2002 film 'Scooby-Doo', which Hollywood actor played the character Fred? Freddie Prinze Jr

In which European country is the port of La Rochelle? France

What `B` is the name for the land alongside a river and a financial establishment where money is deposited?

Bank

Which word can mean the nape of the neck and an untidy person? Scruff

Who was appointed Shadow Home Secretary in 2003? David Davis

The term 'Diaspora' is used to describe the dispersion throughout the world of the people of which faith?

Judaism

In the US, the officials in which sport include a referee, an umpire, a linesman and a field judge? American Football

In which 1970s British sitcom did Richard Briers play the character Tom? The Good Life

The industrial town of Scunthorpe is in which English county? Lincolnshire


What is the name of the animator credited with creating the characters Wallace and Gromit? Nick Park

Born in 1908, which legendary broadway actress is famous for the song 'There's No Business Like Show Business'?

Ethel Merman

In which European country is the port of Roscoff? France

According to the old riddle, a door is not a door when it's which type of vessel? A Jar

According to the proverb, what is no stronger than its weakest link? A Chain

What 'R' is the name for a rapid transformation of a political system or regime through a concentrated process?

Revolution

What 'M' is a designation of the Virgin Mary and is derived from Italian meaning 'my lady'? Madonna

A game of American football is divided into how many periods? Four

Which actor from the TV series 'Auf Wiedersehen Pet' had a 1992 UK No.1 hit single with 'Ain't No Doubt'?

Jimmy Nail

The Scottish town of Greenock stands on the estuary of which river? River Clyde

Which US actor, noted for his swordsmanship, appeared in the 1920s films 'Mark of Zorro' and 'The Iron Mask'?

Douglas Fairbanks

Which two word Latin phrase literally means 'in its original place or position'? In Situ

From which port in northern France is there a regular service to the Sussex port of Newhaven? Dieppe

What `K` is a three-letter slang word for a nap? Kip

Which word can mean a female goat or a children's nurse? Nanny


Which prominent Labour politician shares his name with a leader of the Peasants' Revolt of 1381?

Jack Straw

In Jewish customs, at what age does a boy traditionally celebrate his bar mitzvah? Thirteen

Into how many equal sections is a netball court divided? Three

Which period drama TV series of the 1990s featured two sisters who set up their own fashion house?

The House of Eliott

In south Wales, which motorway connects Cardiff and Swansea? M4

How many `Monkeys` feature in the title of the 1995 thriller starring Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt? Twelve

In medicine, what is an Ishihara test used to specifically determine? Colour Blindness

Which Malaysian airport has the abbreviated code KUL? Kuala Lumpur

If someone is avoiding a difficult situation he is said to be 'burying his head in the…' what? Sand

In which UK country is a hunter or fisherman most likely to be accompanied by an attendant known as a Ghillie?

Scotland

Who wrote the books 'The Downing Street Years' in 1993, and 'The Path to Power' in 1995? Margaret Thatcher

In 1870, which religious leader was declared to be 'infallible', under certain conditions? The Pope

Which sport has the positions 'silly mid-off' and 'long off'? Cricket

Which TV sitcom, first broadcast in 1979, starred Penelope Keith and Peter Bowles? To The Manor Born

In which English county is Blenheim Palace? Oxfordshire


Tom Hanks and Geena Davis starred in which 1992 drama about a female baseball team? A League of Their Own

How many yards are there in a furlong? 220 yards

Which Hungarian airport has the abbreviated code BUD? Budapest

According to the popular saying, when you celebrate without inhibition, you 'paint the town...' what colour?

Red

What 'M' means 'to imitate'? Mimic

In the US, the Senate and the House of Representatives are collectively known by what name? Congress

Which rank of the clergy would wear a mitre? Bishop

In motor racing, which famous street-circuit held its first Grand Prix in 1929? Monaco

In the TV sitcom 'The Brittas Empire', what relation was Gordon to Helen? Husband

The spa town of Buxton is in which English county? Derbyshire

Cher And Jack Nicholson starred in which 1987 adaptation of a John Updike novel? The Witches of Eastwick

In which US city are Amistead Maupin's 'Tales of the City' series of books set? San Francisco

Which Indian city's airport is known as Indira Gandhi International and has the airport code DEL? Delhi

The word `Zeitgeist` meaning `the spirit of the age` comes from which European Language? German

Someone who has had too much to drink is said to be under which item of furniture? The Table


In 18th century Britain, the two main political parties were the Tory Party and which other? Whigs

What `B` is a church that takes its name from the practice of immersing followers in water? Baptist

Which of the following is an Olympic sport; racquetball, table tennis or squash? Table Tennis

In which 1980s TV comedy did the characters Dennis, Neville and Oz move to Germany to find work?

Auf Wiedersehen Pet

The town of Darwen is situated in which English county? Lancashire

Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau starred in which 1993 comedy about elderly neighbours? Grumpy Old Men

A market of the London Stock Exchange that opened in 1995, what do the initials AIM stand for? Alternative Investment Market

Which Egyptian airport has the abbreviated code CAI? Cairo

What `Z` is a three-letter word meaning to hit, to destroy or to change TV channels with a remote control device?

Zap

When a situation is dominated by a factor of minor importance it is said that, 'The tail is wagging …' which animal?

The Dog

In parliament, PMQs stands for Prime Minister's…what? Questions

To which system of belief did actor Richard Gere convert in the early 1980s? Buddhism

In snooker, what is the maximum break achievable without penalties; 147 or 160 ? 147

General von Klinkerhoffen and Lieutenant Gruber were characters from which 1980s and 90s TV sitcom?

Allo 'Allo

Which town is the administrative centre of Dorset? Dorchester


Actor John Goodman played which character in the 1994 comedy `The Flintstones`? Fred Flintstone

What is the first name of US President George W Bush's wife? Laura

Which city's airport in the Czech Republic has the abbreviated code PRG? Prague

What item of furniture can come in a design known as a `four-poster`? Bed

What 'T' can mean a long, thin, waxed wick or to grow gradually narrower towards one end? Taper

Who was the last Labour prime minister before Tony Blair? James Callaghan

Which charity takes its name from a compassionate character in St. Luke's Gospel? Samaritans

In dressmaking, which `D` describes a stitched fold of material tapered to a narrow point? Dart

In which 1980s and 90s TV sitcom did the characters Yvette and Mimi work as waitresses in a French cafe?

Allo 'Allo

Which island off the north-west coast of Wales is sometimes known by its Latin name, Mona? Anglesey

Bo Peep, Slinky Dog and Mister Potato Head are all characters from which 1995 comedy animation?

Toy Story

In bingo, which number is indicated by the traditional call of ‘One Little Duck'? Two

If you sailed west from Albania, at which mainland country would you arrive first? Italy

If you wish to disclaim all responsibility for something you can be said to wash your what of it? Hands

The name of which animal can be placed before collar, rose and days to make three well-known phrases?

Dog


Things can only get better' was the Labour Party campaign song for the general election of which year?

1997

A Hajj is a sacred pilgrimage undertaken by followers of which religion? Islam

In competitive Judo, the main object is to score an 'Ippon', how many points is this worth; 10, 20 or 30?

10

In the TV sitcom 'Adrian Mole: The Cappuccino Years', which character was played by Helen Baxendale?

Pandora Braithwaite

The John Radcliffe Hospital is located in which English university city? Oxford

Which ex-footballer won the Best Debut award at the 1999 Empire film Awards? Vinnie Jones

In 1969, which British tennis player won the Ladies' Singles champion at Wimbledon? Ann Jones

If you sailed due north from Jamaica, at which large inhabited island would you arrive first? Cuba

What `S`, derived from a Hindi word meaning `squeeze`, is the name of the soapy liquid used to wash the hair?

Shampoo

When purchasing an item by mail order, the abbreviation P&P stands for what? Postage and Packing

The term 'the pound in your pocket' is attributed to which British prime minister of the 1960s and 1970s?

Harold Wilson

Siddhartha is regarded as the founder of which religion? Buddhism

A programme of exercises to maintain the body in good physical condition is known as keep... what?

Fit

The TV sitcom 'The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13¾' was based on a book by which author?

Sue Townsend

Addenbrookes Hospital is located in which English university city? Cambridge


Which British actor played Bill Sikes in the 1968 film musical `Oliver`? Oliver Reed

Which Canadian singer's real name is Eileen Regina Edwards? Shania Twain

The city of Istanbul is situated in Europe and which other continent? Asia

On which continent is the language Swahili most widely spoken? Africa

What 'A' is a star-shaped character often used to indicate a cross-reference to a footnote? Asterisk

Which British prime minister was defeated in the 1997 general election? John Major

Prince Harry became a student at which public school in 1998? Eton

Englishman Bob Nudd has been world champion four times in which pursuit; archery or angling? Angling

Richard Briers played Martin Bryce in the 1980s sitcom 'Ever Decreasing...' what? Circles

Inverlochy Castle sits at the foot of which famous Scottish mountain? Ben Nevis

What was the first name of Hugh Grant's character in the film 'Four Weddings and a Funeral'; Charles or Tom?

Charles

In 2002, Halle Berry won the Best Actress Oscar for her role in which challenging film? Monster's Ball

In Switzerland, the four national languages are Romansch, French, German and which other? Italian

What is a `Molotov Cocktail`; a mixed drink or a petrol bomb? Petrol Bomb

Which word is a unit of currency and a place where stray dogs are officially taken? Pound


Which former Olympic champion was a Conservative MP from 1992 to 1997? Sebastian Coe

In 2002, which former mayor of New York City received an honorary knighthood from the Queen? Rudolph Giuliani

Which style of popular music is generally used to accompany `Line Dancing`? Country and Western

In which 1990s TV comedy did Thelma Barlow play Dolly, a canteen worker at HWB Components?

Dinnerladies

The embankment that runs between Westminster and Blackfriars, on the north bank of the Thames, is named after whom?

Queen Victoria

What `N` is the title of the 1946 Hitchcock movie starring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman ? Notorious

How many members, including both permanent and non-permanent, are in the UN Security Council?

Fifteen

Seward's Folly' was once a derisive name for which north-western US state? Alaska

What does the word 'parsimonious' mean; generous or miserly? Miserly

Which word can come before station, shower and steering to make three well-known phrases? Power

From 1953 to 1980, Josip Tito was president of which European country? Yugoslavia

Which flag can only be hoisted on a building when the Queen is present inside? The Royal Standard

Geri Halliwell and Ali MacGraw have both appeared in instructional videos for which relaxation exercise?

Yoga

In the 1990s TV sitcom 'Dinnerladies', which actress played the character Bren? Victoria Wood

Of which British mountain range, an extension of the Grampians, is Ben Macdhui the highest Peak?

Cairngorms


The title of the 1993 film starring Uma Thurman and Keanu Reeves was `Even Cowgirls Get The ...' what?

Blues

What is the common name for the 'Battle of Aboukir Bay', fought off the coast of Egypt in August 1798?

Battle of the Nile

If you flew into Bloemfontein airport in which country would you be? South Africa

Someone with the ability to always turn their activities to personal gain is said to have a 'Midas…' what?

Touch

What three-letter word can mean both a carbonated soft drink and the sound made by bursting a balloon?

Pop

`Things can only get better ` was the U.K. Labour Party campaign song for the General Election of which year?

1997

The Kagoshima Space Centre is in which Asian country? Japan

The yachtswoman who came 2nd in the 2001 Vendee Globe Sailing Race is Ellen... who? MacArthur

In the TV sitcom 'Dad's Army', what was the civilian profession of Captain Mainwaring? Bank Manager

In which Scottish city is the University of Abertay? Dundee

The title of the 1994 film by Ang Lee is 'Eat Drink Man…' what? Woman

In 2006, which Italian tenor serenaded Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes at their wedding? Andrea Bocelli

Santa Fe and Los Alamos are in which US state? New Mexico

What `H` means to divide equally into two? Halve

What 'P' can come before card, bullet and surgery to make three well-known phrases? Plastic


In 1986 which Minister of Defence resigned over the Westland Affair? Michael Heseltine

The British biochemist Paul Nurse won the Nobel Prize in 2001 in which category? Physiology or Medicine

In which sport does each team have two players known as openers? Cricket

Robert Lindsay played Wolfie in the 1970s sitcom 'Citizen…' what? Smith

In which English county is the coastal resort of Minehead? Somerset

Complete the title of the Richard Attenborough film about the life of a South African activist, 'Cry…' what?

Freedom

Which Shakespeare comedy, partly set in the Forest of Arden, features Rosalind and Orlando? As You Like It

If you sailed due south from Land's End which country would you reach first; France or Spain? Spain

When two people bear a striking resemblance to each other they are said to be like 'two peas in a...' what?

Pod

What 'P' comes before position, vault and dancing to make three well-known phrases? Pole

What `S` is a state that has no official ties to any religious movement? Secular

What 'G' is an instrument for measuring the quantity or strength of a variable factor such as rain or wind?

Gauge

Which golfer became the oldest ever winner of the World Matchplay Championship at Wentworth in 2001?

Ian Woosnam

Sybil, Polly and Miss Tibbs were characters in which 1970s sitcom? Fawlty Towers

The Midlands towns of Burton and Newark are on which river? River Trent


In 1993 actor Al Pacino won an Oscar for his role in which film? Scent of a Woman

Which US state has the postal abbreviation MO? Missouri

The Yukon territory and the Northwest territories are in which country? Canada

A common expression for the lifestyle of a different economic class is 'how the other what lives'? Half

Which word means to try to overhear private conversations, originally by standing under an overhanging roof?

Eavesdrop

Which country, no longer in existence, had the national anthem, 'Unbreakable Union of Freeborn Republics'?

The Soviet Union

What 'C' describes the transportation of heat through a liquid or gas? Convection

In snooker, what name is given to the long wooden stick used to strike the white ball? Cue

In the TV comedy series 'Absolutely Fabulous', what is Edina's surname? Monsoon

What `B` is the name of England`s most northerly town? Berwick-upon-Tweed

In the 1998 film `Saving Private Ryan` which 'Cheers` actor played Captain Fred Hamill? Ted Danson

The Republic of Panama shares a border with which South American country? Colombia

What 'O' is the name for a curved lake, left behind when a river changes course cutting off one of its bends?

Oxbow

What is the first letter of the word `photograph`? P

According to the saying, it's a waste of time to what to Newcastle? Coals


During which speech is the Minister concerned traditionally allowed an alcoholic drink? Budget

The enzyme Rennin is used to help turn milk into which dairy product? Cheese

In which traditional sport might a competitor use an anchor man's grip? Tug-of-War

In the children's TV programme 'Blue Peter', what type of animals are Mabel and Meg? Dogs

Which town 22 miles north east of Sheffield was called Danum by the Romans? Doncaster

In the 1980 film musical `Xanadu` which actress and singer starred as Kira? Olivia Newton John

Which Indonesian island gives its name to the largest species of lizard? Komodo

The so-called tablecloth that is sometimes seen on Table Mountain in Africa is what weather feature; snow or cloud?

Cloud

What is the first letter of the word `psychology`? P

A paper clip with a spring shares its name with which type of dog? Bulldog

Robert Peel was Prime Minister and leader of which party? Conservative

An Astronomical Unit is a measure equal to the mean distance between the sun and which planet?

Earth

The Royal and Ancient is a club in St Andrews recognised as the home of which game? Golf

In children's TV, the names of the 'Teletubbies' are Laa-Laa, Tinky Winky, Po and which other? Dipsy

In which English national park are the mountains called the Langdale Pikes located? Lake District


Which US dancer and actor co-starred with Olivia Newton John in the 1980 musical `Xanadu`? Gene Kelly

In 1996, British designer John Galliano moved from Givenchy to which other fashion house? Christian Dior

What 'C' is the five-letter term for a visible mass of condensed watery vapour floating in the air? Cloud

According to the popular saying 'variety is the spice of...' what? Life

If you are offended or affronted by something what 'U' are you said to have taken? Umbrage

For which political party was Michael Howard elected MP for Folkestone and Hythe in 1983? Conservative

In evolution, the preservation of favourable variations was called by Charles Darwin 'natural…' what?

Selection

Which son of the Queen is known for his association with Real Tennis? Prince Edward

In children's TV, the names of the 'Teletubbies' are Laa-Laa, Dipsy, Po and which other? Tinky Winky

In the UK, Whitehaven is a seaport on the coast of which county? Cumbria

Who played Dr Norman Spencer in `What Lies Beneath`? Harrison Ford

In 1940, Tenzin Gyatso succeeded to which religious title? Dalai Lama

The Lowry Arts Centre is found in which city adjacent to Manchester? Salford

In the popular saying something that has no effect is like what '…off a duck`s back'? Water

The name of which part of the body follows the word 'upper' to give a phrase meaning mastery or advantage?

Hand


Whom did John Major beat in the Conservative leadership election of 1995? John Redwood

The final stage of the Moon landings took place in a vehicle called an LEM, which stood for Lunar Excursion... what?

Module

In which sport are woods, irons and wedges used? Golf

In children's TV, the names of the 'Teletubbies' are Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Po and which other? Laa-Laa

Which major English river flows by the East Midlands towns of Gainsborough and Newark? Trent

What position does Al Pacino`s character hold in the 1996 film `City Hall`? Mayor

Which female British singer-songwriter released a 2006 album called 'Back to Black'? Amy Winehouse

In which US state would you find the city of Long Beach? California

According to the proverb 'What is sauce for the goose, is sauce for the...' what? Gander

Vulgar or obscene terms are euphemistically known as what letter words'? Four

For which political party was John Gummer elected MP for Suffolk Coastal in 1983? Conservatives

What 'S' is the name given in chemistry to a mixture of a liquid with a substance dissolved in it? Solution

Which Dutch player was voted European Footballer of the Year three times in the 1970s? Johan Cruyff

In children's TV, the names of the 'Teletubbies' are Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and which other?

Po

What `C` is an Irish city linked by ferry with Swansea? Cork


Complete the title of the 1989 film starring Al Pacino, `Sea of...' what? Love

In which Asian country is Angkor Wat, a temple complex built in the 12th century? Cambodia

Which US President instigated the building of The President's House which was to become The White House?

George Washington

In common speech, someone in a state of suspense or apprehension is said to 'wait with bated...' what?

Breath

What 'E' is the name for the official residence or offices of an ambassador? Embassy

Janata is a political alliance In which Asian country? India

In the home, tungsten, halogen and fluorescent are all examples of which type of object? Electric Light

Which football club did Liverpool face in the 1950, 1971 and 2001 FA Cup finals? Arsenal

In which TV children's programme would you find the character 'Noo-Noo'? Teletubbies

The National Water Sports Centre and the Lace Market area are features of which East Midlands city?

Nottingham

Who played the role of Doctor Ian Malcolm in the `Jurassic Park` films? Jeff Goldblum

What was the first name of Henry VIII's mother? Elizabeth

In which Wild West town are the outlaws Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok buried; Tombstone or Deadwood?

Deadwood

A person who is covered with bruises is said to be 'black and…' which colour? Blue

Which term links a type of protuberant stomach with a type of Vietnamese Pig? Pot Belly


In 1997, which Labour cabinet member took control of Environment, Transport and the Regions? John Prescott

Which word can mean a common form of silica or a piece of metal used to produce a spark in a cigarette-lighter?

Flint

Against which football club did Arsenal contend the 1950, 1971 and 2001 FA Cup finals? Liverpool

Which feline TV cartoon character had gang members named Benny, Choo Choo and Brain? Top Cat

On which English island is the resort of Shanklin? Isle of Wight

Which American sport features in the 1977 film `Slap Shot` starring Paul Newman? Ice Hockey

Who was the first monarch to be crowned at Westminster Abbey? William I

Which party did US President Jimmy Carter represent? Democrats

Pocket, Wrist and Stop are all types of what 'W'? Watch

In formal meetings, what 'A' means to put off further proceedings to another time? Adjourn

What do the letters D T I stand for? Department of Trade and Industry

What 'E' is a type of microscope developed in the 1930s that can magnify objects by a million times?

Electron

Which north London football club won the FA Cup in 1981 and 1982? Tottenham Hotspur

Which actress and model co-presented the documentary series 'The Human Face' with John Cleese?

Elizabeth Hurley

How many national parks are there in Wales? Three


Who starred as Johnny Boy Cervello in the 1973 film `Mean Streets`? Robert De Niro

More than 32 miles long, the Seikan Tunnel links Honshu to which other Japanese island? Hokkaido

In 1993, Rudolph Giuliani was first elected to which position in New York City? Mayor

According to the colloquial expression, something that is very easy to accomplish is 'a piece of...' what confection?

Cake

Chook is the diminutive name for which bird in Australian slang? Chicken

In law, for what do the letters C.P.S. stand? Crown Prosecution Service

In which century were parts of a skeleton of an early man discovered in and named after the Neander Valley in Germany?

Nineteenth

In cricket jargon, what term is used for an over in which no runs are scored? Maiden

Which British comedian starred in his TV 'Madhouse' with Les Dennis, Dustin Gee and Bella Emberg?

Russ Abbot

Which castle contains the Belfast headquarters of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland? Stormont

Edward Fox starred in which 1973 film adaptation of a Frederick Forsyth novel? The Day of the Jackal

Which Booker prize winning novelist wrote 'Amsterdam', 'The Cement Garden' and 'Atonement'? Ian McEwan

Harrisburg is the capital of which US state; Pennsylvania or Montana? Pennsylvania

If you give someone your candid opinion or tell them off, you can be said to 'give them a piece of your...' what?

Mind

What is the 8th letter of the English alphabet? H


In the United States, the Democrats are one of the main political parties; which is the other? Republicans

In medicine, sutures are commonly known by what name? Stitches

Which sport do Englishmen Peter Ebdon and Ronnie O`Sullivan play professionally? Snooker

In the TV sitcom 'My Family', which actor plays the part of Ben the dentist? Robert Lindsay

Which city in south-west England contains the National Marine Aquarium? Plymouth

Who starred as Johnny Utah in the 1991 action film `Point Break`? Keanu Reeves

Which British actress plays Sarah Pierce in the 2006 film 'Little Children'? Kate Winslet

In which US state is the presidential retreat Camp David? Maryland

In the popular phrase, a future reward or benefit that is unlikely to materialise is known as 'pie in the...' what?

Sky

According to the expression, if you commit yourself to something you 'nail your colours to…' which part of a ship?

The Mast

In British advertising, what is A S A an acronym for? Advertising Standards Authority

What fine powder, a mixture of clay and limestone, is the bonding ingredient in concrete? Cement

In which country was the Formula One racing driver Heinz-Harald Frentzen born? Germany

In the 'Blackadder' series, which comedian made occasional appearances as the character Lord Flashheart?

Rik Mayall

The estuary of which river lies on the western side of the Wirral peninsula? Dee


In which 1950 Billy Wilder film did Gloria Swanson star as Norma Desmond? Sunset Boulevard

Brett Anderson was the lead singer with which '90s Britpop band? Suede

In which century did the city of New Amsterdam have its name changed to New York? Seventeenth

Which four-letter word can mean what a burglar does to a lock, a diner to his teeth and a petty thief to pockets?

Pick

Complete this common expression derived from medicine 'kill or…' what? Cure

Eamonn DeValera was Premier of which country? Republic of Ireland

What 'E' describes a situation in which all opposing forces are balanced? Equilibrium

In which sport are the terms 'square leg' and 'extra cover' used? Cricket

In the 1998 drama series 'The Ambassador', the British actress who played the title role was 'Pauline...' who?

Collins

What `G` is a town in the north-east of England and home to the National Fishing Heritage Centre?

Grimsby

In which Bond film did Judi Dench make her debut as `M`? Goldeneye

In the TV cartoon 'Wacky Races' what was the name of the car that Dastardly and Muttley drove? Mean Machine

Sunset Boulevard is a well known street in which US city? Los Angeles

In common speech, to make use of the ideas of other people for your own ends is to 'pick their…' what?

Brains

What word meaning movable, goes before home, library, and phone, to give three familiar terms? Mobile


George Thomas and Selwyn Lloyd were predecessors of Betty Boothroyd In which parliamentary post?

Speaker of the House of Commons

What 'E' is another word for 'fizzing'? Effervescence

Athlete Colin Jackson was born in which Welsh city? Cardiff

Which canine cartoon character was otherwise known as Penry the mild-mannered janitor? Hong Kong Phooey

In the UK, in which national park is Chatsworth House? Peak District

In which 1982 science fiction movie did Henry Thomas play the character Elliot ? ET: The Extra Terrestrial

Which major French city is located at the point where the River Rhone meets the Saone? Lyon

The Mississippi River forms part of the border between Louisiana and which other state? Mississippi

Which three-letter word can be a term of endearment, or can mean a tame animal, usually living in the house?

Pet

Which name meaning a rash or fiery person links a Shakespearean character with a north London football club?

Hotspur

For which political party was Michael Meacher elected MP for Oldham West and Royton in 1997? Labour

Which twin telescopes, positioned to cover both the northern and southern skies are named after a sign of the zodiac?

Gemini

In September, which classic horse race is normally held at Doncaster? St Leger

Which 1980s sitcom featured the characters Ted Bovis and Gladys Pugh? Hi-De-Hi!

What `W` is the name of ranges of hills running north to south across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire?

Wolds


Who starred as Paul Maclean in the 1992 movie 'A River Runs Through It'? Brad Pitt

In the 'Mr Men' series of books and cartoons, which character wears bandages around his head? Mr Bump

The US city of El Paso stands on the border with which other country? Mexico

When you are unable to recall something that you are sure you know, it is said to be on the tip of which muscle?

Tongue

Which word for partially-melted snow can also mean something that is excessively sentimental? Slush

For which political party was Gerald Kaufman elected MP for Manchester Gorton in 1983? Labour

What 'K' is the word used to describe the energy possessed by a body by virtue of its motion? Kinetic

In which sort of fishing do anglers flick their rod and line to imitate the movement of insects across the water?

Fly-Fishing

In which language does the S4C channel predominantly broadcast? Welsh

Through which national park does the Ffestiniog railway run? Snowdonia

Which actor starred as Grand Duke Charles in the 1957 film `The Prince and the Showgirl`? Laurence Olivier

The Sea of Marmara is an inland sea in which country? Turkey

The Cuban Missile Crisis was caused by the US discovery of nuclear missiles deployed to Cuba by which country?

Soviet Union

Which 'D' is a plate, food prepared in a particular way and a device for picking up TV signals from a satellite?

Dish

What `T` describes someone who speaks thoughtlessly and hurts the feelings of others? Tactless


What `P` means to prevent or obstruct the course of justice? Pervert

Which word follows 'baking', 'caustic' and 'washing' to give the common names of three compounds of sodium?

Soda

Alongside humans, which animals take part in the Iditarod race, that takes around 10 days to complete?

Dogs

Which TV sketch show featured the characters Rowley Birkin Q.C. and the Crafty Cockney? The Fast Show

In which English national park can the mineral Blue John be mined? Peak District

Which famous blonde actress played Angela Phinlay in the film `The Asphalt Jungle`? Marilyn Monroe

What is the national anthem of Canada? O Canada

In which century did the American Civil War take place? Nineteenth

The word 'spaghetti` originated from which modern European language? Italian

What is the first letter of the word 'Chemistry'? C

What `N` is the word that is used when a business or industry is taken into public ownership? Nationalisation

In nuclear fission, neutrons. released by splitting atoms go on to split other atoms in a what... reaction?

Chain

The moving wave effect produced by a stadium crowd successively raising their arms is named after which nationality?

Mexican

Which long running children's drama has featured the characters Stewpot and Calley? Grange Hill

Which English national park surrounds the coastal resort of Whitby on the landward side? North York Moors


In 2001, Tom Hanks received a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor, for which film? Cast Away

What name is given to an adult female black bear? Sow

The first postage stamps in the world were introduced in the UK during the reign of which British monarch?

Queen Victoria

Which three-letter word can mean a short swim, a pickpocket or a sauce to scooped up on biscuits or vegetables?

Dip

The version of the English language known as Lallans is spoken in which country of the UK? Scotland

What is the German equivalent of the post of prime minister? Chancellor

What 'H' is a measurement of the number of visits to a particular website? Hits

What 'T' is the name for the compartment from which greyhounds are released at the start of a race?

Trap

Which TV presenter co-wrote and starred in the BBC sitcom 'Orrible'? Johnny Vaughan

Which British city was home to the historic concert venue, the Free Trade Hall? Manchester

Which British actor received a posthumous BAFTA nomination for his role in `Gladiator`? Oliver Reed

In the TV series 'Thunderbirds', which of Jeff Tracey's sons was the usual pilot of Thunderbird 2? Virgil Tracey


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