On this day in 1937, King George VI of the United Kingdom was crowned following the abdication of his brother Edward VIII. This historical event marks a significant moment in British royal history.
Formula 1 and National Stereotypes
In Formula 1, what colour flag signifies a race suspension? The answer is a red flag. Who described England as being "A nation of shopkeepers"? This phrase is often attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte, though it was originally used by Adam Smith.
Beverages and Messengers
Red Stripe lager originates from which country? Jamaica. What birds were used as messengers in TV's "Game of Thrones"? Ravens, specifically ravens trained to carry messages.
Literary and Biological Facts
In which cathedral is Jane Austen buried? She is buried in Winchester Cathedral. The silkworm generally feeds off the leaves of which plant? Mulberry leaves, particularly from the white mulberry tree.
Music and Currency
Whose debut single in 2008 was entitled "I Kissed a Girl"? Katy Perry. In British pre-decimal money, how many half-crowns made up a pound? There were eight half-crowns in a pound, as each half-crown was worth two shillings and sixpence.
Bingo and Cities
What part of the body is the Bingo call for Eleven? Legs, as in "legs eleven". Which city is known as "The Eternal City"? Rome.
Answers for May 11
Here are the answers to the quiz from May 11: 1. What is the name of the small principality that lies in the mountains between France and Spain? Andorra. 2. Who starred as Jake La Motta in "Raging Bull"? Robert De Niro. 3. The Curtis Cup is competed for in which sport? Golf. 4. As at 2026, which is the only James Bond movie with a country in its title? "From Russia With Love". 5. After Berlin, which is the second largest city in Germany by population? Hamburg. 6. What is the highest number used in a Sudoku puzzle? Nine. 7. In which South American country is Cape Horn? Chile. 8. Which Disney character has been played in movies by both Glenn Close and Emma Stone? Cruella De Vil. 9. What is the currency of Switzerland? Swiss franc. 10. Which biblical character lost his strength when his hair was cut? Samson.
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