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Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
by ramiejamie Fri 28 Feb 2020, 12:55 pm
A very Good Evening to the Wigan Peers.
Mrs RMJ here.
Ray is still not well enough to post and mark.
Enjoy the quiz.
GOOD LUCK.
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’?
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre?
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series?
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair?
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name?
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit?
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known?
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model?
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’?
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come?
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'?
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools?
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'?
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’?
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff?
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings?
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for?
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for?
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what?
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean?
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam?
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp?
Mrs RMJ here.
Ray is still not well enough to post and mark.
Enjoy the quiz.
GOOD LUCK.
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’?
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre?
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series?
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair?
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name?
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit?
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known?
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model?
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’?
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come?
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'?
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools?
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'?
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’?
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff?
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings?
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for?
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for?
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what?
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean?
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam?
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp?
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Re: Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
by Lolly Fri 28 Feb 2020, 1:11 pm
ramiejamie wrote:A very Good Evening to the Wigan Peers.
Mrs RMJ here.
Ray is still not well enough to post and mark.
Enjoy the quiz.
GOOD LUCK.
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’?.....THE WHO
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre?.....BIRMINGHAM
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series? ....EASTENDERS
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair?
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name?.....PETER SUTCLIFFF
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit?...GRAPE
7) Science, eric term is the ‘Coronaviby what alpha numrus’ now officially known?..COVID19
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model?
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’?
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come? CAROUSEL
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'?...BRIAN EPSTEIN
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools?
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'?....CLIVE DUNN
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?..NEPTUNE
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses...RICHARD 111
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’?...BREAD
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff?
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings?....8
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for?....AIR BAGS
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for?
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what?
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean?
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam?...22 a guess
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp?
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Re: Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
by Fleabag Fri 28 Feb 2020, 1:35 pm
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’? Who
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre? Birmingham
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series? East Enders
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair? All the Presidents men
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name? Peter Sutcliffr
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit? Grapes
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known? Coved 19
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model? Honda
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’? Sunderland
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?Harold
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come? Carousel
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'? Brian Epstein
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?Hardy
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools? Hockney
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'? Clive Dunn
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?Jupiter
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’?bread roll
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff?
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?Alastair McLean
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings? Four
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
I’m alive The Hollies
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for? Air bag
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for? Air traffic control
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what? Number plate
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?aquired immune deficiency syndrome
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean? Talk to you later
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam? 19
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp? Shakespeare
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’? Who
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre? Birmingham
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series? East Enders
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair? All the Presidents men
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name? Peter Sutcliffr
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit? Grapes
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known? Coved 19
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model? Honda
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’? Sunderland
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?Harold
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come? Carousel
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'? Brian Epstein
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?Hardy
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools? Hockney
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'? Clive Dunn
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?Jupiter
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’?bread roll
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff?
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?Alastair McLean
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings? Four
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
I’m alive The Hollies
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for? Air bag
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for? Air traffic control
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what? Number plate
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?aquired immune deficiency syndrome
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean? Talk to you later
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam? 19
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp? Shakespeare
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Re: Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
by Lolly Fri 28 Feb 2020, 2:00 pm
Thanks to RMJ and MRs RMJ for compiling and posting the Quiz.Hope RMJ is feeling better soon. Best wishes Ray x
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Re: Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
by Tommytee Fri 28 Feb 2020, 2:39 pm
ramiejamie wrote:A very Good Evening to the Wigan Peers.
Mrs RMJ here.
Ray is still not well enough to post and mark.
Enjoy the quiz.
GOOD LUCK.
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’? The who
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre?
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series? Emmerdale
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair? All the presidents men
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name? P Sutcliff
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit?
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known?
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model? Honda
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’? Sunderland
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come?
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'? Epstine
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools?
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'? Clive Dunn
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’? Spaghetti
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff? M4
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings? 6
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for? Air bags
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for? Air traffic control
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what? Number plates
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean?
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam?
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp?
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Re: Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
by gassey Sat 29 Feb 2020, 2:10 am
ramiejamie wrote:A very Good Evening to the Wigan Peers.
Mrs RMJ here.
Ray is still not well enough to post and mark.
Enjoy the quiz.
GOOD LUCK.
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’? THE WHO
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre? BIRMINGHAM
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series? EASTENDERS
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair? ALL THE PRESIDENTS MEN
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name? PETER SUCCLIFFE
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit? GRAPE
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known?
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model? FORD
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’? SUNDERLAND
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066? WILLIAM THE CONQUERER
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come? OKLAHOMA
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'? BRIAN EPSTEIN
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools?
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father? SEAN CONNERY
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'? CLIVE DUNN
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System? VENUS
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses RICHARD 111
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’? BREAD
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff? M4
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings? 4
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
IM ALIVE THE HOLLIES
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for? ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for? AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what? AUTO NUMBER PLATE READER
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for? AQUIRED IMMUNE DEFICIENCY SYNDROME
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean?
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam? 20
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp? ROBERT LOUIS STEPHENSON
HOPE YOUR FEELING BETTER SOON RAY
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Re: Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz 28-2-20
by ramiejamie Mon 02 Mar 2020, 7:25 am
Hello you lovely Wigan Peers.
Sorry for non marking of late. my dodgy shaking digits have stopped me using a mouse.
Well done to Friday's quizzers, here are Friday's quiz answers.
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz Answers 28-2-19
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’?
The Who
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre?
Birmingham
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series?
Eastenders
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair?
All the President’s Men
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name?
Peter Sutcliffe
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit?
Grape
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known?
Corvid 19
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model?
Honda
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’?
Sunderland
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?
William the Conqueror / William I
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come?
Carousel
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'
Sir George Martin
It seems there are other people who have qualified for the title ‘Fifth Beatle’, like Brian Epstein and Pete Best, but I specifically stated ‘record producer’
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?
Thomas Hardy
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools?
David Hockney
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
Sean Connery
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
Benedict Cumberbatch
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'?
Clive Dunn
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?
Jupiter
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
Ralph Vaughn Williams
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses
Richard III
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’?
Bread
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff?
M4
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?
Alistair MacLean
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings?
Eight
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
I’m Alive / The Hollies
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for?
Anti-lock Breaking System
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for?
Air Traffic Control
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what?
Number plate, ‘Automatic Number Plate Recognition’
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean?
Talk to you later
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam?
Nineteen
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp?
William Shakespeare in 1964
Sorry for non marking of late. my dodgy shaking digits have stopped me using a mouse.
Well done to Friday's quizzers, here are Friday's quiz answers.
Wigan Peers Friday Night Pub Quiz Answers 28-2-19
1) Which group had a 1966 hit with ‘Substitute’?
The Who
2) Geography, in which British city might you find the ‘Bull Ring’ shopping centre?
Birmingham
3) TV, Walford is the setting for which long running TV series?
Eastenders
4) Film, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in which 1976 film telling of the Watergate affair?
All the President’s Men
5) The 'Yorkshire Ripper' was arrested in January 1981 following one of the largest police investigations ever, what was his real name?
Peter Sutcliffe
6) Food and drink, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot are all types of which fruit?
Grape
7) Science, by what alpha numeric term is the ‘Coronavirus’ now officially known?
Corvid 19
8 ) What car maker produces the compact city car ‘Jazz’ model?
Honda
9) Sport, which English League One football club’s home ground is ‘The Stadium of Light’?
Sunderland
10) History, which King of England was crowned on Christmas Day 1066?
William the Conqueror / William I
11) From what Rodgers and Hammerstein musical does the song "June is Bustin' Out All Over" come?
Carousel
12) Born in January 1925, which English record producer was often referred to as the 'Fifth Beatle'
Sir George Martin
It seems there are other people who have qualified for the title ‘Fifth Beatle’, like Brian Epstein and Pete Best, but I specifically stated ‘record producer’
13) Literature, who wrote the classic novel ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles’?
Thomas Hardy
14) Which Yorkshire artist born in 1937 is famous for his paintings of Californian swimming pools?
David Hockney
15) Film, in the 1989 film ‘Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade’, which actor played Indiana Jones father?
Sean Connery
16) TV, which British actor has starred as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ since 2010?
Benedict Cumberbatch
17) Which ‘Dad's Army’ actor kicked off 1971 topping the charts with 'Grandad'?
Clive Dunn
18) Science, which is the largest planet in our Solar System?
Jupiter
19) Classical music, first performed in London on June 14, 1921, who wrote the tone poem ‘The Lark Ascending’?
Ralph Vaughn Williams
20) History, in 1485 which King was killed at Bosworth Field, the last battle of The Wars of the Roses
Richard III
21) Food and drink, translated from the Italian for ‘Slipper’, what type of foodstuff is ‘Ciabatta’?
Bread
22) Geography, which motorway connects London with Cardiff?
M4
23) Literature, who wrote the WW2 novel set on a Greek Island “The Guns of Navarone”?
Alistair MacLean
24) A standard Mandolin has how many strings?
Eight
25) ♪♫Did you ever see a man with no heart
Baby, that was me
Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart
Til you set me free
Now I can breathe
I can see
I can touch
I can feel♪♫
What song are those the opening lines to, and who sang them?
I’m Alive / The Hollies
ACRONYMS BONUS QUESTIONS
BQ1) In a car, what does ABS stand for?
Anti-lock Breaking System
BQ2) At an airport, what does ATC stand for?
Air Traffic Control
BQ3) On the road, ANPR might automatically detect and read your what?
Number plate, ‘Automatic Number Plate Recognition’
BQ4) Linked to HIV, what does the medical condition AIDS stand for?
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
BQ5) In terms of ‘text speak’, what does TTYL mean?
Talk to you later
STINKER) According to a 1985 Paul Hardcastle song, what was the average age of a US combat soldier in Vietnam?
Nineteen
TRICKY) Who was the first famous non-royal to appear on a UK postage stamp?
William Shakespeare in 1964
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