Daily Quiz #4652
General Knowledge Quiz for Wednesday, 13 October 2021
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Q1.
The warrant for the first Astronomer Royal appointed in England, 4 March 1675, stated what as the purpose of the office?
A
To prepare a catalogue of at least 10,000 stars
B
To maintain the Royal Navy's marine chronometers
C
To find "the longitude of places" in order to perfect navigation
D
To co-ordinate the work of English astronomers, and liaise with others of the world's astronomers
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Q2.
In rugby union, which position wears the number 2 jersey?
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Q3.
What function do egg yolks serve in making hollandaise sauce?
D
Balance the flavours of the other ingredients
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Q4.
His name could be loosely translated as "rule by, or supported by, horses" and is enshrined in the traditional doctors' oath. Who is he?
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Q5.
Where do arboreal animals live?
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Q6.
Which of these was created last?
A
Whaam! by Roy Lichtenstein
B
Campbell's Soup I by Andy Warhol
C
The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dalí
D
The Scream by Edvard Munch
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Q7.
What creature is on the flag of Bhutan?
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