Daily Quiz #1161
General Knowledge Quiz for Friday, 23 March 2012
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Q1.
How many days did Britain "lose" in September 1752 on changing from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar?
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Q2.
At the peak of its power, it was often said that "the sun never sets on" which empire?
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Q3.
Which of these would be found at a racetrack?
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Q4.
Which of these is a term used to describe a pathological fear of contact with dirt, to avoid contamination and germs?
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Q5.
Which of these is not one of theatres that make up the British National Theatre complex on the South Bank, London?
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Q6.
Which of these is an actor who suffers from Parkinson's disease?
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Q7.
What profession requires the artist to know about "F stops"?
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