Wildcard Quiz #39
Wildcard General Knowledge Quiz for 17 October 2009
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Q1.
Which optical instrument shows symmetrical forms, produced by a combination of reflecting surfaces?
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Q2.
What does the Gaelic phrase "Sinn Fein" mean?
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Q3.
What religious sect that uses dancing as a form of worship was founded by Ann Lee, who migrated with her followers from England to New York in 1772?
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Q4.
The revolver, with a single barrel and a number of chambers for cartridges fired by a one-lock mechanism, was patented in 1835 by whom?
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Q5.
What is another name for a hippocampus?
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Q6.
In the UK, what is the formal name for the testimony by a criminal against fellow criminals?
Note: This question was updated in March 2023
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King's or Queen's Evidence
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Q7.
In Great Britain, painted strips on the road to show where pedestrians should cross is named after which animal?
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