Daily Quiz #1128
General Knowledge Quiz for Sunday, 19 February 2012
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Q1.
What was unusual about how George I, a 17 year old Danish prince, became King of the Hellenes, ruling from 1863 to 1913?
A
He was appointed by the Pope
B
He assumed power in a bloodless coup
C
With 20 men he forced the incumbent, Otto, to abdicate
D
He was elected King by the Greek National Assembly
Select from the options above.
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Q2.
The police force of which country is known locally as "The Gardaí"?
B
The Republic of Ireland
C
The Principality of Wales
D
The Principality of Monaco
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Q3.
Who was arrested on Christmas Day 2009 for assaulting real estate investor Brooke Mueller?
Select from the options above.
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Q4.
What is the minimum number of hurdles that must be cleared by each competitor in the Olympic 400m hurdles?
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Q5.
What is the name of the father in the cartoon series "The Family Guy"?
Select from the options above.
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Q6.
What word is commonly used to describe residents of the South American pampas, chacos, or Patagonian grasslands?
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Q7.
Which of these is NOT released when wood burns?
Select from the options above.