Thursday Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with Historical and Cultural Trivia
Thursday Quiz: Historical and Cultural Trivia Challenge

Thursday Quiz: How Well Will You Score Today?

Every Thursday, we bring you a challenging quiz to test your knowledge across a wide range of topics, from historical events to pop culture. This week's edition includes questions inspired by notable anniversaries and general trivia.

On This Day: The Theft of The Scream

In 1994, thieves broke into the National Gallery in Oslo and stole Edvard Munch's iconic painting, The Scream. This version, one of several created by the Norwegian artist, was later recovered. This event marks a fascinating piece of art history that often sparks curiosity about famous heists.

This Week's Quiz Questions

Here are ten questions to challenge your mind. Try to answer them before checking the solutions below:

  1. Who created the schoolboy character Jennings in a series of books?
  2. Which entrepreneur is said to have made his fortune "by what was left on the side of one's plate"?
  3. Which blood group is known as the Universal Donor?
  4. Who authored the 1989 Booker Prize-winning novel The Remains of the Day?
  5. In which 1947 movie did Marilyn Monroe make her screen debut?
  6. Who patented the first electric shaver in 1930?
  7. What does the abbreviation ISBN stand for?
  8. In which year did the USA enter the First World War?
  9. In which sport do teams compete for the Stanley Cup?
  10. Who was Sherlock Holmes' housekeeper and landlady?

Answers from a Previous Quiz Edition

For those who enjoy self-testing, here are the questions and answers from a quiz dated February 11. Use them to practice or learn something new:

Questions:

  1. What is a period of play in a polo match called?
  2. On which date did the First World War end?
  3. According to the lyrics of the song "House of the Rising Sun," in what city can it be found?
  4. What was the name of Sherlock Holmes' elder brother?
  5. In which 1986 movie did David Bowie play a character called Venice Partners?
  6. Which town in Staffordshire shares its name with a vegetable?
  7. Which record company famously rejected The Beatles before signing The Rolling Stones?
  8. What would you use a Windsor Knot for?
  9. In which European capital are the Tivoli Gardens located?
  10. What do the following terms mean when found on a music score: [a] Allegro, [b] Glissando, [c] Largo, [d] Da Capo, and [e] Forte?

Answers:

  1. A Chukka
  2. November 11th, 1918
  3. New Orleans
  4. Mycroft
  5. Absolute Beginners
  6. Leek
  7. Decca
  8. To tie a man's tie
  9. Copenhagen
  10. [a] Lively or fast, [b] Slide between notes, [c] Slow and dignified, [d] Repeat from beginning, [e] Loud

Quizzes like these are a fun way to engage with history, culture, and everyday facts. They encourage learning and provide entertainment for all ages. Whether you're a trivia enthusiast or just looking for a mental challenge, our weekly features aim to inspire curiosity.

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