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Wildcard General Knowledge Quiz for 21 August 2010

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1

Which of these is a term in heraldry?

A
Shirt of Arms
B
Brassiere of Arms
C
Coat of Arms
D
Trouser of Arms
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2

In music, what does "pp" mean?

A
Plucked pizzicato
B
Play on piano
C
Pretty part
D
Very soft
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3

When would one use an auger?

A
To submerge a submarine
B
To cut down a tree
C
To bore a hole
D
To tune a diesel engine
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4

What was was founded in 1560 and, except for intervals in the 17th century, became and continues to be the established church in Scotland ?

A
Baptist Church
B
Lutheran Church
C
Church of Scotland
D
Methodist Church
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5

How many months of the year have 31 days?

A
8
B
5
C
6
D
7
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6

What might you find a "dowser" doing?

A
Making boats
B
Throwing water over hot sailors
C
Searching for water underground with a forked stick
D
Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol
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7

When someone is cold they say that they are "chilled to the ... " what?

A
Pumpkin
B
Cauliflower
C
Marrow
D
Cucumber
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