Sunday, September 08, 2024

QUIZ - 2024/31

 

1)      Which city hosted a summit attended by 53 African nations?

2)      A Beluga whale allegedly spying for Russia was found dead on the shores of which country?

3)      In which country did more than 100 people die in a stampede following a prison break?

4)      What fruit is being used as a dating code by singles in Spanish supermarket carts?

5)      Which country’s princess married an American practising Shamanism?

6)      Which country’s presidential plane was seized by the USA to enforce sanctions?

7)      Originally known as the Hundred Guineas Cup, it was renamed after the first winning boat. It is the oldest continuous competition in international sport and takes place once in 3-4 years. The 37th edition is currently underway in Barcelona. What is the name of this competition?

8)      What city in the West Bank was raided by Israeli forces, purportedly as an anti-terror operation?

9)      Which country topped the medal list at the Paralympics, both in gold medals and overall?

10)   What leading car manufacturer angered workers by its plans to shut down some of its factories with a view to cut costs?

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