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

Tanya's sister -

  1. Alice

  2. Kate

  3. Rosalie

  4. Tia
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Kate is Tanya's sister in the Twilight series, both members of the Denali coven. Alice is a Cullen, Rosalie is also a Cullen, and Tia is from the Amazonian coven. The Denali sisters are all together in their vegetarian vampire coven.

Multiple choice general knowledge

The first woman in space was?

  1. Valentina Tereshkova

  2. Sally Ride

  3. Naidia Comenci

  4. Tamara Press
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to travel to space in 1963 aboard Vostok 6. She was a Soviet cosmonaut. Sally Ride became the first American woman in space (1983), while the other options are not correct.

Multiple choice general knowledge

KUNGFU PANDA

  1. Jessica Alba

  2. Joe Sandana

  3. Kate Winslet

  4. Angelina Jolie

  5. Kristen Stewart

  6. Cameron Diaz
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Angelina Jolie voiced the character Master Tigress in the 'Kung Fu Panda' animated film series. Tigress is one of the main characters and a powerful warrior in the Furious Five. Jolie's distinctive voice brought this tough, disciplined character to life.

Multiple choice general knowledge

Princess Fiona in SHREK

  1. Angelina Jolie

  2. Britney Spears

  3. Joan Cusack

  4. Cameron Diaz

  5. Mandy Moore

  6. Anna Hathway
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Cameron Diaz voiced Princess Fiona in all four Shrek movies (2001-2010). The other actresses listed - Angelina Jolie, Britney Spears, Joan Cusack, Mandy Moore, and Anne Hathaway - did not voice Fiona in any Shrek film.

Multiple choice general knowledge

Who is not a CHARLIE's ANGEL

  1. Lucy Liu

  2. Drew Barrymore

  3. Uma Thurman

  4. Cameron Diaz

  5. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Uma Thurman is the correct answer - she was never a Charlie's Angel. Lucy Liu, Drew Barrymore, and Cameron Diaz starred in the 2000 Charlie's Angels film and its 2003 sequel 'Full Throttle'. The 'None of the above' option is incorrect because Uma Thurman is indeed the right choice.

Multiple choice general knowledge

What was the name of Mrs Beaklley’s grand daughter?

  1. Huey

  2. Dewey

  3. Webagale

  4. Louie
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Webby (short for Webbigail Vanderquack) is Mrs. Beakley's granddaughter and a central character in DuckTales. She's known for her pink bow and adventurous spirit, often joining Huey, Dewey, and Louie on their adventures with Uncle Scrooge.

Multiple choice general knowledge

name the only person who dared to kiss sheldon cooper.

  1. wolowitz's mom

  2. leonard's mom

  3. penny

  4. leslie winkel
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Mrs. Wolowitz, Howard's mother, kisses Sheldon Cooper in one memorable episode when she unexpectedly meets him. This moment is particularly shocking because Sheldon has a well-established aversion to physical contact and germs, making the unsolicited kiss a hilarious violation of his boundaries. The scene contrasts Sheldon's germophobia with Mrs. Wolowitz's overwhelming affection.

Multiple choice general knowledge

Thrill

  1. Jeffery Archer

  2. Sidney Sheldon

  3. Jackie Collins

  4. Stephene Meyer
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

'Thrill' is a novel by Jackie Collins, part of her bestselling series of glamorous, scandal-filled fiction set in Hollywood. Collins was known for her strong female characters, plot twists, and insider look at the entertainment industry. Her books combine romance, mystery, and celebrity culture.

Multiple choice general knowledge

You will never find time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.

  1. Woodrow Wilson

  2. Lizz Winstead

  3. Charles Bixton

  4. Oprah Winfrey
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Charles Buxton (misspelled as 'Bixton' in the option) is the correct attribution for this quote about time management. The quote emphasizes that time must be intentionally created rather than found passively. The other options are all famous individuals but not associated with this quote.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

who is known as " lady with the lamp".

  1. mother teresa

  2. queen elizabeth

  3. florence nightingale

  4. madam E.P blavatsky
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Florence Nightingale earned the epithet 'Lady with the Lamp' during the Crimean War (1853-1856) for her habit of making night rounds to check on wounded soldiers. She carried a lamp to light her way as she provided compassionate care to the injured in military hospitals. Her pioneering work in nursing established modern nursing practices and standards for hospital sanitation.