General Knowledge Quiz for 8 February 2010
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1
The Darling family are from which film?
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
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2
In Greek legend, who was the son of Daedalus who fell to his death?
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3
The Mississippi River is on what continent?
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4
What apple-like fruit containing pulp covered seeds with a golden-red rind is formed from (usually scarlet) flowers?
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5
In which country was the first 24 hour race for motor cars held on a closed course, in 1907?
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6
Who fell out of favour with Queen Elizabeth I over his intrigue with Elizabeth Throgmorton, was imprisoned and eventually beheaded?
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7
Which newspaper, originally called "The Daily Universal Register" was founded by John Walter in 1785?
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