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Science/Nature

Which bird has the shortest beak? The Kiwi


Where does a badger live? Sett
How many planets in our solar system have no moon? 2 (1 bonus
point if you can name them)
Names for groups of different animals
Which part of the human skin is the thickest? The Back
General Knowledge
What is the smallest city in the UK? Wells
In John Le Carre novels, MI6 is often referred to as the what? The
circus
What were the last two letters to be added to the English alphabet
in the 16th century? U and j
The name of which popular British television series is found in
William Shakespeare's Sonnet 18? Which begins "Shall I compare
thee to a summer's day....." the darling buds of may
Which US city is the game monopoly based upon? Atlantic City
History
Which company owned the ill-fated Titanic? White Star Line
During which war did Florence Nightingale become famous for her
work in Army hospitals? Crimean War
What was almost stolen by Thomas Blood (in XXXX)? The Crown
Jewels*
In 1624 what was purchased by the Dutch from the local native
Indians for a reported $24? Manhattan
Of which country was King Zog the ruler? Albania*
Geography
Which four EU countries drive on the left? UK, Ireland, Cyprus,
Malta
In which country is the worlds deepest lake, Lake Baykal, found?
Russia

With how many countries does Norway share a land border (and
name them)? 3 Sweden, Finland, and Russia
Between which 2 countries is the longest land border in the world?
US and Canada
Longest coastlines in the world
Mnemonic Devices

Picture Round Ideas


-Dog Breeds
-Flags
-Puppets
-Lagers/Ales
Music Round Ideas
-Movie theme songs
Sport
Which team were on the recieving end of Manchester United's
record 9-0 Premiership win? Ipswich Town*
Which sport is played on the largest pitch? Polo
In athletics, what is the last event of the decathlon? 1500 meters

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