Wildcard Quiz #18
Wildcard General Knowledge Quiz for 23 May 2009
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Q1.
What is the name for an instrument for sending messages using reflected light from a moveable mirror?
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2
Q2.
Which of the following fits in the sentence "I know ----- book this is"?
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Q3.
In which nursery rhyme were horses, not unexpectedly, unable to mend what is understood to be an egg?
Note: This question was updated in May 2017
B
Mary Mary quite contrary ..
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Q4.
What type of aircraft powerplant uses a gas turbine to drive a propeller?
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Q5.
Which credit card is famous for the slogan "Don't leave home without it"?
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Q6.
What is embouchure?
Note: This question was updated in June 2015
A
A plant used to feed cattle and other livestock in winter
B
Combined action of the lips, tongue, and teeth in playing a wind instrument
C
A series of moves used in ballet choreography
D
A type of quiche made mainly with grated cheese, tomato and ham
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Q7.
What legal name is given to a document that is written by the person who signs it?
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