History · General Awareness

Women in Media and History

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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. Estee Lauder

  2. Revlon

  3. LOreal

  4. Maybelline

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

Maybelline was indeed named after Maybel, the sister of its founder Thomas Lyle Williams. In 1915, Williams created the first mascara formula by mixing coal dust with Vaseline, and the brand was named after his sister Maybel who had inspired him to create it. Estee Lauder, Revlon, and LOreal are major cosmetics brands but were not named after the inventor's sister.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. michelle yeoh

  2. maggie cheung

  3. lucy liu

  4. lola forner

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

Maggie Cheung was Jackie Chan's most frequent female co-star from the mid-1980s to early 1990s, appearing in 'Police Story' series, 'Project A', and other hits. Michelle Yeoh collaborated in 'Supercop' (1992) and 'Tai Chi Master' but less frequently. Lucy Liu is American and Lola Forner appeared in fewer films.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Suzzane Turquotte

  2. Sara Turquotte

  3. Sam Turquotte

  4. none

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

Katrina Kaif's mother is Suzanne Turquotte (also spelled Susanna), who is of English origin. Suzanne raised Katrina and her siblings after divorcing Katrina's father. The question correctly identifies her mother's name.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Alicia Machado

  2. Justin Hena Hardin

  3. Anna Kournikova

  4. Jennifer Love Hewitt

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

Jennifer Love Hewitt starred alongside Enrique Iglesias in the music video for 'Hero' (2001). The video featured both artists prominently and was heavily rotated on music channels, making it one of Enrique's most recognizable visual works.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Tina

  2. Gina

  3. Laura

  4. Monica

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

Joey Tribbiani had seven sisters in the TV show Friends, including Gina who appeared in episodes. The sisters were often sources of comedy and drama, including the famous episode where Chandler kissed one of them accidentally.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Miss Madonna in Newyork

  2. Miss Mitchella in Michigan

  3. Miss Dorra in Kentucy

  4. Miss Ellie in Dallas

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

Barbara Bel Geddes became famous for playing Miss Ellie Ewing, the matriarch of the Ewing family, in the primetime soap opera 'Dallas.' This television role was her most iconic, though she had earlier film roles including 'Vertigo.'

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Victoria(Posh)

  2. Angelina Jolie

  3. Bfritney Spears

  4. Lindsay Lohan

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

David Beckham married Victoria Beckham (née Adams), who was known as 'Posh Spice' from the Spice Girls. They married in 1999 and she is commonly referred to as Victoria (Posh).