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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

2019 UK most popular girls name 

  1. Sophia

  2. Ava

  3. Amelia

  4. Olivia
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Explanation

According to the Office for National Statistics, Olivia was the most popular name for baby girls born in England and Wales in 2019.

Multiple choice historical tools and life of people in britain life in britain in the twentieth century history

Which nickname did Margaret Thatcher earn for her tough-talking?

  1. The Iron Lady

  2. The Strong Lady

  3. The Lady of Steel

  4. The Tough Leader
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Explanation
  • The Margaret Thatcher government took a firm stand against many individual disputes.
  • A firm line was also taken against the Soviet Union and Thatcher's tough-talking gained her the nickname The Iron Lady.
Multiple choice political science on equality equality efforts of the government in social circle and its effects on people government in social sector

_________ changed the course of American history with one defiant act.

  1. Serena Williams

  2. Venus Williams

  3. Ophrah Winfrey

  4. Rosa Parks
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Explanation

Rosa Parks was a Civil rights activist in US. She refused to surrender her seat to a white passenger on a segregated Montgomery, Alabama bus, which spurred on the 381-day Montgomery Bus Boycott that helped launch nationwide efforts to end segregation of public facilities.

Multiple choice

Who is Anakin's wife?

  1. Padme

  2. Leia

  3. Rey

  4. Ahsoka
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Explanation

Padme Amidala is the wife of Anakin Skywalker and the mother of Luke and Leia.

Multiple choice

Who plays Rey in the new Star Wars movies?

  1. Daisy Ridley

  2. Keira Knightley

  3. Felicity Jones

  4. Natalie Portman
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Explanation

Daisy Ridley portrays the character Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy. The other actresses listed are known for different roles.

Multiple choice

Who did Emma Watson play in the Harry Potter movies?

  1. Katniss Everdeen

  2. Bellatrix Lestrange

  3. Ginny Weasley

  4. Hermione Granger
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Explanation

Emma Watson played the character Hermione Granger throughout the Harry Potter film series. The other options are characters played by different actresses.

Multiple choice

Which of these actresses is not nominated for Best Actress?

  1. Scarlett Johansson in Marriage Story

  2. Saoirse Ronan in Little Women

  3. Awkwafina in The Farewell

  4. Cynthia Ervivo in Harriet
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Awkwafina was not nominated for an Academy Award for her role in The Farewell, although she did win a Golden Globe.

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Leading historical Social entrepreneur who fought for women's right in United States ? 

  1. Dr. Maria Montessori

  2. Susan Dees

  3. Margaret Sanger

  4. Susan B. Anthony
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Explanation

Susan B Anthony (U.S) fought for Women' Rights in the US ,including the right to control property and helped sprearhead adoption of the 19th amendment.