August 4th 2002
1. The actor who played Rumpole of the Bailey died last week – who was he? (Leo McKern)
2. Last week 2002NT7 was in the news – what was it? (The asteroid that is going to miss the earth in 2017 (perhaps!)
3. On which circuit was Last Sunday’s German Grand Prix held? (Hockenheim)
4. Which company sponsors both Manchester United and the England Cricket team? (Vodaphone)
5. How many pots are needed to score a maximum 147 break at snooker? (36)
6. Who had a 1997 No 1 with “Beetlebum? (Blur)
7. What type of racing has only two cars competing on the track at the same time? (Drag Racing)
8. In the book title, who does author Laurie Lee have cider with? (Rosie)
9. What is the name of the magazine that first hit our streets in 1991 a big emphasis on homelessness and the down and outs of our society? (Big Issue)
10. Which footballer published his autobiography in 1998, entitled 'Addicted'? (Tony Addams)
11. Why is the Funny bone so called? (Because it’s the Humerous)
12. Prince Charles is Duke of which county? (Cornwall)
13. Who are the regular captains of “They Think It’s All Over”? (David Gower/Gary Linneker)
14. Harold Shipman is believed to have committed over 200 murders. What is the name of his wife? (Primrose)
15. Who wrote the novel The Water Babies? (Charles Kingsley)
16. Which tribe of Britons was led by Boadicea? (Icene)
17. In which country would you find Casablanca? (Morocco)
18. Name the rabbit in the Disney film ‘Bambi’? (Thumper)
19. Henry V111 was the first member of the Royal family to divorce, who was second? (Princess Margaret)
20. A term too often used by British Railways is SPAD, what do the letters in this acronym signify? (Signal passed at Danger)
21. Who played the title role in the film Spartacus? (Kirk Douglas)
22. From which plant do we obtain Linseed Oil? (Flax)
23. Who wrote the novel Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde? (Robert Louis Stephenson)
24. Which country was formerly known as Persia? (Iran)
25. What nationality is David Nalbandian, the runner up in the mens single finals at Wimbledon? (Argentinian)
26. ‘Bye Bye love’ and Wake up little susie’ were hits for which pop duo? (Everley Brothers)
27. Which football clubs badge has a Shire-horse with its front foot on a football? (Ipswich)
28. Which river flows through York? (Ouse)
29. What is the name given to a cockerel that is castrated and fattened for the table? (Capon)
30. The dreadful, tacky, repulsive Big Brother ended last week (proving to me the existence of a god!) – What is the dreadful, tacky, repulsive Jade’s surname? (Goody)
Who scored the winning goal in this years Worthington cup final? (Andy Cole)
Which European country produces the most wine? (Italy)
WHAT WAS THE FIRST NAME OF WAYNES FRIEND IN WAYNES WORLD? (Garth)
WHO HAS REPLACED STEVEN BYERS AS TRANSPORT SECRETARY? (Alistair Darling)
What historical event was described as “the nearest run thing you ever saw in your Life” Battle of Waterloo
Aug 11th 2002
1. Which country has compulsive military service for women? Israel
2. Who created TARZAN? Edgar Rice Burroughs
3. What colour is the Simpson’s car? (Pink)
4. During the 20th Century, a British Prime Minister and an American President have shared the same surname – which ( Wilson Woodrow and Harold)
5. Which rival low cost airline has Easy Jet recently bought? (GO)
6. Galvanised iron or steel is coated with which other metal? (Zinc)
7. Why was the Tory MP Alan Duncan in the news recently? (Announced he was Gay)
8. What was the name of Henry VIII’s flagship which sunk in the Solent? (Mary Rose)
9. To which song did the guys finally strip in The Full Monty? (You can keep your Hat on)
10. In which war was the film M.A.S.H. set? (Korean)
11. What was John Wayne’s nickname? (The Duke)
12. Who played the headmistress in the classic British comedy films concerning St Trinian’s/ (Alistair Simm)
13. What was Chuck Berry’s only UK No 1 hit? (My Ding a ling)
14. On TV who was Sgt Andy Crawford’s father-in-law? (Dixon of Dock Green)
15. Which Townsend Thorensen car ferry capsized with tragic results off Zeebrugge in 1987? (Herald of Free Enterprise)
16. What colour beret is usually worn by United Nations peace-keeping troops? (Light Blue)
17. Which part of a man’s anatomy remains the same size from birth? His eyes (this is also true of females)
18. Which two countries had a minor dispute over 'Parsley Island? (Spain/Morocco)
19. What was the name of the Chef in Fawlty Towers? (Terry)
20. In the film 'Primary Colours', which well known actor plays the role of the US President? [John Travolta]
21. Who was David Frost interviewing when he said “Why didn’t you just burn the tapes”? (Richard Nixon)
22. Which animal has switched on the Blackpool illuminations? (red Rum)
23. Who is the Lord High Admiral of the UK? (Queen)
24. In which town was ‘Gunfight at the Ok Corral? (Tombstone)
25. IN THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, WHAT NAME IS GIVEN TO A PERSON APPOINTED TO INVESTIGATE A CANDIDATE’S CLAIM FOR CANONIZATION? DEVIL’S ADVOCATE
26. Which one-time TV game show host is married to James Major, son of former Prime Minister John Major? Emma Noble
27. Who rules in a plutocracy? (Wealthy)
28. Which sea lies between Greece and Turkey? (Aegean)
29. Which is the highest civilian award for bravery in this country? (George Cross)
30. Bubbles of which gaseous element are responsible for the condition of divers known as 'The Bends'? NITROGEN
How much did footballer David Beckham pay for his skinhead haircut? £300
The Triathlon consists of swimming, cycling and running, What's the total distance in Km? 65 km
(1.5km, 40km and 10km)
What is the longest race in men’s athletics? (50K Walk)
Which pop group's albums include 'Everything Must Go' and 'This Is My Truth' Manic Street Preachers
Which of the 10 commandments deals with adultery? (7th)
18th Aug 2002
1. Who was tried for the death of Matthew Eappen? Louise Woodward
2. Who is England’s top points scorer in Rugby Union ? Johnnie Wilkinson
3. Who is Billie Pipers current boyfriend/partner? Chris Evans
4. What has rapper Puff Daddy Changed his name to ? P-Diddy.
5. The best selling single of all time ? Candle in the Wind ’97
6. In the Fair Tale what Dwarf could turn Straw into Gold - Rumpelstiltskin
7. Who did Mark Chapman confess to murdering? (John Lennon)
8. Which Prime Minister said 'You've never had it so good'? Harold Macmillan
9. What colour is the circle line on an underground map? (Yellow)
10. Who appeared in Guy Ritchie's gangster movie, SNATCH, as Bullet Tooth Tony? Vinnie Jones
11. How many stars are on the flag of the United States? (50)
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