Daily Quiz #908
General Knowledge Quiz for Thursday, 14 July 2011
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Q1.
Which of these seas is not off the coast of North America?
Note: This question was updated in August 2019
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Q2.
Which of these is an American rock trio formed in 1987, originally part of the punk rock scene, consisting of Billie Joe Armstrong (vocals, guitar), Mike Dirnt (bass guitar, vocals), and Tré Cool (drums, percussion) for the majority of its existence?
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Q3.
In the 17th century, who invented the measurement called the "chain" used in surveying, which is made up of 100 "links"?
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Q4.
In many countries, the Second Sunday of May is dedicated to which group?
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Q5.
In 1904 the Russian cruiser "Rossia" used what, the first time it was used by a warship on the high seas during a time of war?
B
Aeroplane catapulted off the deck
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Q6.
On 9 October 2009, who was elected for an 8 year period to membership of the International Olympic Committee, replacing former Danish member Kaj Holm?
A
Anne, Princess Royal of the United Kingdom
B
Frederik, Crown Prince of Denmark
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Q7.
The Macrocarpa tree is native to what continent?
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