Today's trivia roundup covers a range of topics from historical events to music and science. On this day in 1535, Sir Thomas More went on trial for treason for refusing to accept King Henry VIII as head of the Church of England.
Music Trivia: Songs with 'Three' in the Title
Which songs with the word 'Three' in the title were UK top 20 hits for the following artists? [a] Frank Sinatra (1954), [b] Greece 2000 (1999), [c] Wedding Present (1992), [d] Eddie Cochran (1960), [e] The Commodores (1978). Answers: [a] 'Three Coins in the Fountain', [b] 'Three Drives on a Vinyl', [c] 'Three', [d] 'Three Steps to Heaven', [e] 'Three Times a Lady'.
History and Science Questions
In which year did the first modern Olympic Games take place in Athens? 1876, 1886 or 1896? Answer: 1896. Who in 1965 became the first person to walk in space? Answer: Alexei Leonov. How many days after Easter Sunday does Pentecost fall? Answer: 50 days.
Health and Geography
Which vitamin is also known as Riboflavin? Answer: Vitamin B2. What nationality was composer Gustav Holst? Answer: English. Of the eight King Henry's that have ruled England, which has ruled for the longest reign? Answer: Henry III (56 years).
Sports and Phobias
How high from the ground is the centre of a darts board in competition play? Answer: 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 metres). Of what is Thalassophobia the fear? Answer: The sea or ocean. Which modern day country was once known as Upper Peru? Answer: Bolivia.
Answers for June 30
Questions: 1. Which UK assay office do the following marks represent: [a] Anchor, [b] Rose, [c] Leopard's Head, [d] Castle? 2. Which radio station was famous for broadcasting on 208m on the medium waveband? 3. Which everyday object was invented by Walter Hunt in 1849? 4. Released on 1st November 1968, what was the first solo album by a member of The Beatles? 5. What four nations made up the original BRIC countries? 6. How many strings are there on a standard Mandolin? 7. In imperial measure, how many fluid ounces are there in one pint? 8. On a British road sign what animal is used to signify 'Wild Animals'? 9. In which 1978 movie was the Art Garfunkel song 'Bright Eyes' featured? 10. What was the occupation of Bottom in Shakespeare's 'Midsummer Night's Dream'?
Answers: 1. [a] Birmingham, [b] Sheffield, [c] London, [d] Edinburgh. 2. Radio Luxembourg. 3. Safety Pin. 4. 'Wonderwall Music' by George Harrison. 5. Brazil, Russia, India and China. 6. Eight (Four pairs). 7. Twenty. 8. Deer. 9. 'Watership Down'. 10. Weaver.
