Q1) __________ was the title of a magistrate in ancient Rome appointed by the Senate to rule the state in times of emergency. They were usually appointed by a consul and were invested with sweeping authority over the citizens, but they were originally limited to a term of six months and lacked power over the public finances. This has also contributed a word in the English language, which word?
Q2) The natural satellites of the planet Uranus have all been named after what?
Q3) Who received the first Yellow Card at this year’s FIFA World CupTM
Q3) The mascot of which company is named Bibendum?
Q4) What was the name of the chariot wheel dealer in Asterix in Switzerland?
Q5) An Arabian alchemist in the 11th century invented a strange terminology so that others could not understand his works. More importantly, he could not be accused of heresy, which was punishable by death. What word was coined due to this?
Q6) What nickname connects Stu Sutcliffe, Pete Best, George Best, George Martin and Billy Preston among others?
Q7) In early 2005, Toyota Canada had plans to unveil a special edition sports car called Celica ________. However, keeping in mind recent incidents they changed the name to Celica Sports Package on Jan 24, 2005. What was the original name?
Q8) "It is made of cotton and linen blend with red and blue silk fibers running through it. A special and unknown blend of ink is used for printing purposes. It is starched to make it water resistant and pressed for a nice crisp look. What is the item mentioned above?
Q9) Which political leader jailed during the Emergency chose to name his daughter after the Maintenance of Internal Security Act that he was booked under?
Q10) Awarded annually by the King of Norway to outstanding mathematicians since 2001, what prize is now considered the equivalent of the Nobel, given in the field of mathematics?
Q11) It was invented in 1948 by George de Mestral, a Swiss engineer from an idea that came to him after he took a close look at the seed pod burrs which kept sticking to his dog on their daily walk in the Alps. De Mestral named his invention after two French words literally translating into English as the velvet coloured hook. What are we talking about?
Q12) The name X is taken from a Yiddish word meaning 'fear' or 'terror'. X is also the protagonist in a picture book written in 1990 by William Steig, which was later adapted into a famous children’s movie. Identify X.
Q13) Quenya, Sindarin, Common Eldarin, Nandorin, Taliska, Westron, Rohirric, Khuzdul. What are these?
Q14) It was founded in 1928 by Josemaría Escrivá. The organization got its name from a quote by Escriva himself, when he was asked why he started the organization, he said "It is not my work but _____ ____". The organization's name when translated means "The work of God". Different members of this organization are known as supernumeraries, numeraries, numerary assistants and associates. Fill in the blanks.
Q15) What are ‘superbia‘, ‘avaratia’, ‘luxuria’, ‘gula’, ‘invidia’, ’ira’ and ’acedia’ (their English equivalents being probably more famous) collectively known as?
Q16) Ergot is a very dangerous hallucinogenic fungus, causing vivid hallucinations and convulsions, which were mistaken for demonic possession in the olden days. During the Victorian era a derivative of Ergot, Ergotine was prescribed by doctors to prevent bleeding. This author, to stop the bleeding caused in his lungs by tuberculosis was injected with this drug. As a result of the reactions to the drug, the author experienced plenty of mood swings. What book did the author come up with relevance to the situation?
Q17) This place in the US was founded in 1796 by English settlers who were trying to find a passage to Maryland after misinterpreting a passage in the Bible. It is located near Capitol City and Shelbyville and has an especially strong rivalry with the latter. It is said to be the most radioactive place in America and visitors are often advised to carry radiation suits with them! During a period when its citizens were accused of being unpatriotic, the Mayor even changed its name to ‘Liberty-ville’. Which famous place?
Q18) Born in a small town in Bavaria, Germany in 1864. In 1887 he received a medical degree from University of Wurzburg. He began his career with the city mental asylum in Frankfurt. He worked along with Franz Nisl, another neurologist. He also co founded and co published the German journal called "Zeitschrift für die gesamte Neurologie und Psychiatrie". His surname has become famous/infamous for a disease that is named after him. Name this famous psychiatrist
Q19) "The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier" and "The Adventure of the Lion's Mane" are Sherlock Holmes stories. How are they different from the other stories?
Q20) In 2001, who beat Pete Sampras in the Quarter Finals to end his 4 year reign as Wimbledon champion?
Q21) While going for the test to become an American citizen, this great Mathematician and Logician informed the presiding judge that he had discovered a way in which a dictatorship could be legally installed in the United States. (The loophole involved the president's ability to make appointments while the Senate is in recess.) Fortunately, the judge, who was apparently a very patient person, took this in good humour and awarded him his citizenship. Who?
Q22) Which legendary singer’s pseudonym was Paul Ramone (which incidentally also inspired the name of he rock group ‘The Ramones’)?
Q23) This word is originally derived from a Greek word meaning "A Burnt sacrifice ordered to Gods". This is from the Greek and Roman pagan custom where burnt animals were offered to Gods of the earth and nether world. Another origin is from the sacrifice Jews were required to make on Torah. We are familiar with this word in a totally different context. Name it.
Q24) Of the many Native American names for ‘it’, some of which include ‘Boqs’, which means ‘Bush Man’, ‘Mesingw’ meaning ‘Masked Being’ and ‘Iktomi’ meaning ‘The Trickster’, perhaps the most famous to outsiders is ‘Sasquatch’ which has been given to ‘it’ by the Salish Indians. How is ‘it’ known universally?
Q25) The brand’s mission statement: "In 1891, we lit up the world. Today, we continue to create a better one. Tomorrow, there’s no limit to what we can do." Across the world, it owns over 100,000 patents, 22,000 trademarks and 6000 design copyrights. This company lights 30% of offices, 65% of top airports, 55% of soccer stadia, and 30% of all hospitals around the world. Which brand?
Q26) What beverage gets its name quite comically from the Anglicization of Irish ‘uisce beatha’ or Scottish Gaelic ‘uisge beatha’, both meaning literally 'water of life'?
Q27) It contains the fifth of several known types of the protein Hemagglutinin and the first of several known types of the protein Neuraminidase. It has caused a scare everywhere from China to Turkey. What are we talking about?
Q28) He has been a professor in Princeton University for an academic semester. He has composed music for Bernardo Bertolucci's Little Buddha, Vanaprastham and received the distinct honor of co-composing the opening music for the Summer Olympics in Atlanta, 1996. Who?
Q29) On the occasion of his 42nd birthday he was invited to make a guest appearance at one of Pink Floyd’s 1994 concerts in London, playing rhythm guitar on the songs "Brain Damage“ and "Eclipse". He also chose the name for Pink Floyd's 1994 album, The Division Bell by picking the words from the lyrics to one of its tracks. Who?
Q30) Originally known as the Knights of Walpurgis, this society was headed by a person whose name translates into French as "flight of death". The standard attire of the members of this society was a black cape with a white skull mask. Name this "terrorist organisation"?
Q31) Time Magazine’s annual ‘Man of the Year’ edition is well known. In 2000 Albert Einstein was also chosen as the ‘Time Man of the Century’. But who in 1949 was chosen as the ‘Time Man of the Half Century’?
Q32) Long ago, when clans wanted to get rid of their unwanted people without killing them, they used to burn their houses down. This practice has given rise to which common day phrase?
Q33) (A) “O true apothecary! Thy drugs are quick.- Thus with a kiss I die.”
(B) “O, happy dagger! This is thy sheath; there rest, and let me die. “
Whose famous last words? (Please give both names, no half points)
Q34) It is the largest town in the far south of Tunisia, with a lot of historical artifacts, from a French Foreign Legion prison to roman ruins and caveman dwellings. Two famous movies are connected with / shot in the town. Name the town
Q35) The Acropolis, including the Parthenon, is often claimed to have been constructed using this. Architect Le Corbusier used it as the basis of his Modulor system of Architecture. It is also observed in the study of the Fibonacci series. What?
Q36) What took place at Max Yasgur's 600 acre dairy farm in Bethel, New York, on 15, 16, and 17 August, 1969?
Q37) ________ is the first martyr of Christianity and is venerated as a saint of the Roman Catholic Church. He is identified as one of the first deacons chosen by the early church. Upon the death of Jesus, he became an outspoken supporter of what was then called ‘The Way’. He preached the teachings of Jesus and participated in the conversion of Jews and Gentiles. He was tried for blasphemy and was then stoned to death by an infuriated mob egged on by Saint Paul. Who are we talking about?
Q38) According to Rudolf Hess, Auschwitz camp commandant, technology created by which IT giant played a huge role in the categorization of concentration camp prisoners through the use of Index Machines?
Q39) Give the last (and most famous name): Proof, Kon Artist, Swift, Kuniva, Bizarre and _________?
Q40) Originally intended for the specific purpose of treating hay fever, this word has become synonymous with the profession it is used in most frequently. It is pronounced universally in other languages without translation. Literally it means "I create as I speak". Identify this word?
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