quiz 1421 – general knowledge (QA) print friendly version Click on question to reveal answer 1 Which fictional cartoon character, and leader of a gang, lives in Hoagy's Alley? 2 What is the title of the first feature film in which Tom Hanks appeared with Meg Ryan? 3 The Euroscar European Player of the Year Award is awarded for which sport? 4 Which musician and businessman embarked on a national tour of schools in the UK in 2013 in a bid to inspire pupils to cook? 5 In January 1968 who was chosen as leader of the Communist Party in Czechoslovakia? 6 The title of the 1987 film 'The Lost Boys' was borrowed from which novel? 7 Ewart was the middle name of which British Prime Minister? 8 In the Jewish calendar, Sivan is which month of the religious year? 9 A Medusa is what type of marine creature? 10 British MP Edwina Currie wrote the novel 'Chasing 'what'? 11 In which direction can a bishop move on the board during a game of chess? 12 Which British monarch was the first of the House of Windsor? 13 In mobile phone use, what is 'app' short for? 14 In the UK television game show 'Tipping Point' how many counters does each contestant have at the start of the game? 15 What is the first name of inventor Dyson, who invented his own brand of vacuum cleaner? 16 The Sir Trevor Brooking Stand is in which London football club? 17 What is the title of the 1996 film in which George Clooney and Michelle Pfeiffer play single parents Alex and Mae? 18 What is the minimum age a person can legally get married in the US state of Oregon? 19 In October 1990 who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to lessen Cold War tensions and reform his nation? 20 Who was the first Manchester United FC captain from outside the UK or the Republic of Ireland?