History · General Awareness

Women in Media and History

3,114 Questions

Attempt a diverse range of questions highlighting the achievements of women in history, global media, politics, and literature. The set covers famous celebrities, historical firsts, influential leaders, and notable authors. This material helps build a strong foundation for the general knowledge sections of various competitive exams.

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Women in Media and History Questions

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Carla

  2. Elliot

  3. Jordan

  4. Molly

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

In a classic Scrubs storyline, Dr. Cox and the Janitor make a bet where the Janitor must take Dr. Elliot Reid out on a date to win Cox's Porsche. This bizarre wager is typical of the show's quirky humor and the Janitor's ongoing campaign to annoy Cox.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. jinita desai

  2. nina bitar

  3. lora edwards

  4. lara bingle

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Michael Clarke's fiancée was Lara Bingle, an Australian model. They were engaged from 2010-2011 before breaking up. The question has a typo ('micheal' instead of 'Michael') and Lara Bingle (option D) is indeed the correct answer.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Florence Griffith Joyner

  2. Abraham Lincoln

  3. Indira Gandhi

  4. Benjamin

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

This quote is attributed to Florence Griffith Joyner (Flo-Jo), the legendary American sprinter who won three gold medals at the 1988 Olympics. The quote reflects her determination and resilience in overcoming skepticism and barriers as a female athlete of color. This attitude of perseverance in the face of doubt characterized her career. Abraham Lincoln and Indira Gandhi faced different kinds of opposition, and 'Benjamin' is too vague (possibly incomplete).

Multiple choice general knowledge history
  1. Ann Rutledge

  2. Grace Bedell

  3. Mary Todd Lincoln

  4. Robert Todd Lincoln

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Grace Bedell, an 11-year-old girl, wrote to Abraham Lincoln during his 1860 presidential campaign suggesting he grow a beard to improve his appearance. Lincoln wrote back thanking her and later grew his iconic beard. The other options are Lincoln's wife, son, and an early love interest.

Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology
  1. Ruth Handler

  2. Michael Fardalay

  3. Evangelista Torricelli

  4. Alexander Cartwright

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Ruth Handler invented the Barbie doll, which was introduced by Mattel in 1959. She was inspired by a German doll called Bild Lilli and wanted to create an adult-fashioned doll for American children. Michael Fardalay (B), Evangelista Torricelli (C - barometer inventor), and Alexander Cartwright (D - baseball rules) are unrelated.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Agnes Gonsalvis Bojaxhiu

  2. Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu

  3. Angel Gonxha Bonjiu

  4. Angelh Gonsalvis Bojaxhiu

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Mother Teresa was born Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu in Albania. In English, this translates to Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu. Option A 'Gonsalvis' is incorrect, and options C and D use 'Angel' which is not her name.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Ms Alejandra Pedrajas

  2. Ms Sandra Seifert

  3. Ms Jessica Barboza

  4. Ms Larissa Ramos

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Miss Earth 2009 was Larissa Ramos from Brazil. The pageant was held in November 2009 at Boracay, Philippines.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. mother of sonia gandhi

  2. sonia gandhi

  3. jessica simpson

  4. oprah winfrey

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Edvidge Antonia Albina Maino is the birth name of Sonia Gandhi, who became the President of the Indian National Congress and one of India's most influential political figures. She was born in Italy and married Rajiv Gandhi in 1968.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Tell Me your Dreams

  2. Rage Of Angels

  3. If Tomorrow Comes

  4. Memories of Midnight

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Jennifer Parker is the protagonist of Sidney Sheldon's novel 'Rage of Angels', where she strives to succeed as a lawyer. The novel follows her career struggles and personal life. Tell Me Your Dreams, If Tomorrow Comes, and Memories of Midnight are other Sheldon novels with different protagonists.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Souta

  2. Sango

  3. Kaede

  4. Tsubaki

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Kaede is the younger sister of Kikyou in the anime and manga series 'Inuyasha' created by Rumiko Takahashi. After Kikyou's death, Kaede becomes a priestess and helps Inuyasha and his companions on their journey. Souta is Kagome's younger brother (not related to Kikyou), Sango is a demon slayer who joins the group, and Tsubaki is a dark priestess who is an antagonist in the series. The series is set in feudal Japan and involves time travel between modern and ancient eras.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Jennifer Maria Gates

  2. Jennifer Katharine Gates

  3. Maria Katharine Gates

  4. Maria Jennifer Gates

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Bill Gates' daughter is named Jennifer Katharine Gates. This is factual biographical information about the Microsoft co-founder's family. While the names in the options all sound plausible as combinations of first and middle names, only option B has the correct full name. Jennifer is Gates' only daughter from his marriage to Melinda French Gates.