Wildcard Quiz #157
Wildcard General Knowledge Quiz for 21 January 2012
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1
Q1.
What do the letters "SWAT" stand for?
A
Special Weapons And Tactics
D
Strong Will And Trepidation
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2
Q2.
What is the name for the piece of medieval armour that covers the lower part of the face and throat?
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3
Q3.
What is a generic name for household linen?
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4
Q4.
The "Westminster", that is held annually at Madison Square Garden in New York, is what sort of event?
B
British rock music festival
D
Free concert for the elderly
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5
Q5.
What name is given to a style of journalism that is written subjectively, often including the reporter as part of the story via a first-person narrative?
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6
Q6.
The Supermarine Spitfires that were used by Britain in World War II were powered by engines from which manufacturer?
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7
Q7.
The wine "Beaujolais nouveau" is released annually on which day?
A
First Friday in October
B
Third Thursday in November
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