General Knowledge Quiz 1049 (20 MCQs)

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1. For which of her novels did Anna Burns receive the 2018 Man Booker Prize?
2. What phrase refers to a deceitful or treacherous person?
3. What is traditionally added to sulphur and saltpetre to make gunpowder?
4. What is the capital city of the third smallest territory, and the one with the most lagoons, deltas, coastline, river basins and rivers per square mile, in South America?
5. When was the first UK film released with the title "Carry On ..... ''- "Carry On London"; it was not part of the later series starting in 1958 although it included a common cast member?
6. Whose butler was called Nestor?
7. Neksy Metelus, or Krypto9095, is known for what?
8. In 2022, as a response to Russia's full invasion of Ukraine at the beginning of the year, the remaining (what ..... ) separated from their lingering ties with Russia and Moscow?
9. Which of these geometrical shapes most closely approximates India?
10. What was the first drama series created and released by Netflix?
11. What was Mickey Mouse's original first name?
12. Besides the relatively recent annual honorarium of £5, 750, the Poet Laureate of the UK has, since the 1500s, been traditionally rewarded annually with what?
13. What can blue john be used for?
14. The Vrancea earthquake in 1940 was the largest of the 20th century in which country?
15. Barabas is the central character in what 16th century play?
16. What is a Welsh festival of literature, music and performance, the traditions of which date back to (at least) a festival of poetry and music held by Rhys ap Gruffydd of Deheubarth at his court in Cardigan in 1176?
17. In what area did Herman Mohl form his company, in early 18th century Britain, which was still operating when bought in 1922 by a company which markets razors and other personal care products?
18. Which continent lies directly to the east of Europe?
19. What is the largest desert in China?
20. When does the clear ice deposit known as "glaze" form?