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Multiple choice general knowledge

What is the currency of Turkey?

  1. Lira

  2. Jeda

  3. Turi

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

The Turkish Lira (TRY) has been Turkey's official currency since the Ottoman Lira was replaced. In 2005, Turkey removed six zeros from the currency and introduced the 'New Turkish Lira', which reverted to 'Turkish Lira' in 2009. The other options are fictional currencies.

Multiple choice general knowledge

Sugar Bowl of the world

  1. Mexico

  2. Cuba

  3. Italy

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

Cuba earned the nickname 'Sugar Bowl of the World' due to its dominance in sugar production and export, especially in the early-to-mid 20th century when sugar was its primary crop and economic driver. The country's ideal climate and vast sugarcane fields supported this title.

Multiple choice general knowledge

Whose work is ‘Mono Lisa’?

  1. Frederick Da Vinci

  2. Charles Da Vinci

  3. Ricardo Da Vinci

  4. Leonardo Da Vinci
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa between 1503-1519. It is now displayed at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The artwork's correct name is 'Mona Lisa' (not 'Mono Lisa'). The other Da Vinci names (Frederick, Charles, Ricardo) are fictitious.

Multiple choice general knowledge

I knew a man once who said, "Death smiles at us all. All a man can do is smile back."

  1. Ben Hur

  2. Lord of the Rings

  3. Gladiator

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

This philosophical quote about mortality is delivered by the character Maximus (Russell Crowe) to his soldiers in 'Gladiator' (2000). The quote emphasizes stoic acceptance of death as inevitable. It's one of the film's most memorable lines and reflects the protagonist's warrior philosophy.

Multiple choice general knowledge

Choose your next words carefully,_________. They may be your last as king.

  1. Ben Hur

  2. Gladiator

  3. Troy

  4. 300
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The quote 'Choose your next words carefully. They may be your last as king' is spoken by King Leonidas in the movie 300 (2006). This line occurs when the Persian messenger demands submission, showcasing the Spartan king's defiance before kicking the messenger into the well. Ben Hur, Gladiator, and Troy are historical epics but this specific dialogue is from 300.