There's No Way Anybody Is Getting 100% On This Pub Quiz

What exactly is a pub quiz? Well basically the name describes it all - it is a quiz or trivia night that is held in a public establishment. In a pub quiz, different teams will attempt to answer as many questions as possible to claim the prize at the end of the night. There are usually a few question rounds throughout the evening during which teams are eliminated until only one remains. The questions asked during these quizzes vary widely; from music, movies, history, science, geography, art, literature, pop culture, sport, and much more.

In order to win a pub quiz, it's vital to have a good general knowledge. It's also important to put together a team of people who have different areas of knowledge because it's no good having a team which can only answer sports questions, for example. The more diverse the team and their knowledge, the better the chances of taking home the prize.

Today we want to see which of our readers could ace a pub quiz, but it's not going to be easy. We've assembled a range of different general knowledge questions and it will take a keen mind to score high on this one! Let's see who has what it takes...

Question 1

Name this movie:

In this 2009 animated comedy, a young inventor named Flint Lockwood creates a machine that turns water into food. For the people of Swallow Falls, who have been living almost entirely on sardines for some time, this makes him an overnight hero. But when his creation spins out of control and starts to create monstrous food storms, with giant pizzas and burgers flying all over the place, he has to find a way to shut it down. What was the name of this movie?

Question 2

Which 90s TV show starred Will Smith?

When we think of Will Smith today, we tend to think of him as an action star, the face of movies like Independence Day, After Earth, I am Legend, Bad Boys, and Suicide Squad. But long before he was fighting bad guys, aliens, and zombies, way back in the 90's, he was the star of hit comedy show. In this show, he played the role of a young man who is sent to live with his wealthy relatives in their Bel-Air mansion. What was the name of this show?

Question 3

When did man first land on the moon?

With Elon Musk planning to take us to Mars, and space tourism a real possibility in the very near future it's humbling to think that just 100 years we had only just begun to experiment with manned flight. Mankind certainly has come a long way in a very short amount of time. If we could get to the moon, without even using all the technology we have today, then surely our dreams of colonizing Mars aren't that far off? When did we land on the moon for the first time?

Question 4

Which author wrote the poem "The Raven"?

This writer was best known for his dark poetry and macabre short stories and is also widely considered to be the inventor of the detective fiction genre. He struggled to make a living from his writing because at that time most newspapers would take their stories directly from English newspapers (no copyright laws back then) instead of paying writers to produce new content. The work that he was most famous for during his lifetime was the poem "The Raven" for which he was paid $9. Who was he?

Question 5

Which movie did Jessica Simpson debut in?

In this 2005 action comedy, Seann William Scott and Johnny Knoxville star as two Southern cousins (closer than brothers) who transport moonshine for their Uncle Jesse (played by Willie Nelson). While preparing to take part in a local racing event the pair learns of a plot to turn their little town into a strip mine and are forced into action to stop this from happening. They are helped along by their cousin Daisy (played by Jessica Simpson). What was the name of this movie?

Question 6

Who created Family Guy?

Here's something you might not know about the creator of Family Guy. On September 11, 2001, he was scheduled to fly from Boston to Los Angeles on American Airlines Flight 11 but because he had been out late the night before and got his travel times mixed up, he was ten minutes late for his flight. This was one of the two planes flown into the World Trade Center on that fateful day and had he not missed his flight, he would have been aboard too. Who is he?

Question 7

Which first-aid procedure would be used to help somebody who is choking?

Have you ever been in a restaurant, or any situation, where another person has started to choke? This can be really scary, especially if you have no idea what to do. Luckily you don't need to be a doctor or a paramedic to help someone in this situation, you just need to learn a simple first-aid procedure. Just think, by attending a first-aid class you might just end up saving someone's life! What first-aid procedure is used to treat an upper airway obstruction?

Question 8

What is the name of Beyonce's eldest daughter?

Even to say that Beyonce is a superstar sounds like an understatement. She's in a league all of her own! Throughout her career she has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, securing her place as one the best-selling music artists on the globe. She's been nominated for more Grammy Awards than any other woman and has won 22 times. As well as being one of the most famous performers in the world she is also a family woman, with three beautiful children. What is the name of her eldest daughter?

Question 9

Who painted this?

This famous Spanish painter lived from 1904 to 1989 and was most well known for his surrealist work. His artistic skills have been compared to the Renaissance masters and he was known not only for his artwork but also for his over-the-top style and unusual behavior. Apart from painting he also dabbled in film, sculpture, and photography. The Persistence of Memory is one of his most famous (and recognizable) artworks and was completed in 1931. What was the name of this memorable artist?

Question 10

What is the capital of Italy?

The age of air travel has made it possible for us to go almost anywhere in the world in just a few hours. Before this, people used to travel on boats, and these voyages could take months to complete. Nowadays all we need is a passport and a bag and we are good to go. The only problem is that there are so many beautiful locations to visit that it always seems hard to choose where to explore next. Who has been to Italy?

Question 11

Where is the Great Barrier Reef?

About 2 million people a year visit the Great Barrier Reef to swim, scuba dive, snorkel and admire the beauty of the world's largest coral reef system. Consisting of more than 900 islands and 2900 reefs, the Great Barrier Reef covers around 133,000 sq miles and can be seen from outer space. It is a World Heritage Site and considered one of the natural wonders of the world. Where would you need to travel to get to the Great Barrier Reef?

Question 12

Who played Saruman in the Lord of the Rings movies?

This actor enjoyed an entertainment career that spanned nearly 70 years, during which time he appeared in more than 110 movies! He was best known for his role as a Bond villain in The Man with the Golden Gun, as Count Dooku in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones and Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, and as Saruman in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy and The Hobbit film trilogy. What was his name?

Question 13

Which director made his first film on a budget of $27,575?

In order to raise the money to make his first movie, this director went all out. He sold a large portion of his personal comic book collection, maxed out his credit cards and even dipped into his college fund to realize his dream of being a filmmaker. He shot his first movie, Clerks, at the convenience store where he himself worked during the day. The black and white film was made over 21 days on a budget of just $27,575 and grossed over $3 million in theaters. Who is this director?

Question 14

What is this dish called?

Okay, is this a dumpling or a pasta or what? Actually, it's more like a combination of both. It is made by sealing a small amount of filling between two thin layers of pasta dough which is then quickly boiled. This type of pasta is usually served either with a broth or with pasta sauce. This Italian dish is usually made with square shapes although they may also sometimes be round. Does anyone have any idea what this dish is called?

Question 15

Who sang "Paint it Black"?

When musicians make songs they can never be sure what is going to resonate with their audience and which songs will become hits. There are some songs which might be popular for a short before fading into obscurity and then there are others, like this song "Paint it Black", first recorded in 1966, which stand the test of time. Which band is responsible for this song? Here's a clue: the band members included Mick Jagger (lead vocals), Keith Richards and Brian Jones.

Question 16

Which actor has won the Best Actor Oscar three times?

The actress with the highest number of Oscar wins for acting is Katharine Hepburn. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress four times, a record which has yet to be beaten. But there are a few stars who have managed to come close to this record and one of them is this actor. He's walked away with the Academy Award for Best Actor a whopping three times. First for his performance in My Left Foot, then for There Will Be Blood, and finally for his role in Lincoln.

Question 17

What is the highest-grossing movie of all time?

There is always the risk of losing money in the movie business. If a movie makes more money than it cost to make then everything is okay but when the budget exceeds the take, well, somebody is left out of pocket. The film that currently holds the top spot for the highest-grossing movie of all time was made on an estimated budget of $237 million and made $2.788 billion at the box office. What was the name of this epic 2009 science fiction film directed by James Cameron?

Question 18

The fear of clowns is known as:

There are some fears which are completely rational. It's natural to fear a wild animal or a fire and to try and keep far away from those things. But then there are other fears, known as phobias, which are irrational yet powerful enough to cause real distress. Some of these phobias border on bizarre and there are names for all of them. There's even a medical term for the fear of getting peanut butter stuck to the roof of your mouth! What is the fear of clowns called?

Question 19

What is the name of the human thigh bone?

Unless you earn a living in a medical line of work, there's not much chance that you'll know the names of all the bones in your body. But if you paid attention in human anatomy class then you should at least be able to name the major ones. What is the name of the thigh bone, which connects to the knee and hip joint? It is the longest and strongest bone in the human body and surrounded by muscle, making it very hard (but not impossible) to break.

Question 20

When did WW2 end?

It's estimated that around 85 million people lost their lives during World War II. It began in September 1939 when Germany invaded Poland. In this global war, most of the countries in the world came together to form two opposing military alliances (the Allies and the Axis). It was during this war that nuclear weapons were used for the first time, and thankfully they've never been used again in a war situation. On which day did World War II officially end?

Question 21

Which of these actresses has won TWO Academy Awards for Best Actress?

To win one Oscar for Best Actress is already an incredible achievement but to win two? Within just five years? Now that is really impressive. There are a few actresses who have managed to achieve this, and this is one of them. She took her first Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in the 1999 film Boys Don't Cry and just a few years later she took her second for Million Dollar Baby. What is the name of this actress?

Question 22

Who wrote The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?

Perhaps you've seen The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy movie and now feel like you want more? Well, the good news is that there is so much more to this story, but only in the books. The movie was based on a science fiction comedy series, originally written for radio and then adapted into a series of novels. In the books, Arthur Dent, Ford Prefect, Trillian, Zaphod, and Marvin (of course) continue to explore the galaxy and get into all kinds of trouble.

Question 23

Where is Machu Picchu?

Machu Picchu attracts more than a million visitors from all the over the globe each year. Originally constructed around 1450 as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti this site remained unknown to the outside world until American historian Hiram Bingham reported on it in 1911. It was only used for around 50 years and during that time it's estimated that around 750 people lived on the site. In which country would you find the World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu?

Question 24

Which movie won the Best Picture Oscar in 2017?

Of all the movie awards in the world of showbiz, there is always one that is coveted more than any of the rest. And that's the Oscar. Winning any type of Oscar is a massive achievement and not one that comes easily, but for a movie to win the award for Best Picture, it really needs to stand out from the rest. There was plenty of tough competition for Best Picture in 2017 but which of these movies finally took the Oscar?

Question 25

In which movie did Cameron Diaz make her film debut?

Cameron Diaz started her career in entertainment as a model but at the age of 21, after being recommended by a fashion magazine, she auditioned for the role of a jazz lounge singer in a movie starring funnyman Jim Carrey. She had zero acting experience at the time, but the movie went on to become one of the highest-grossing films of the year and launched her into the spotlight. She quickly started taking acting lessons as the offers poured in! What was her first film?

Question 26

Who wrote the short story "The Call of Cthulhu"?

Today horror movies and stories are mostly based on shock or jump scares. Shock horror is based on the idea that whatever is seen or described drives the fear and jump scares are those moments when something unexpected happens. But the author who wrote this story did something different. This classic story focused more on what couldn't be seen; his focus was the deep, base fear of the unknown. Who was the author who wrote the famous short story, "The Call of Cthulhu"?

Question 27

Which country does this flag belong to?

This flag belongs to a culturally-diverse country in the southern hemisphere which is famously the birthplace of prominent figures such as Nelson Mandela, Charlize Theron, and Elon Musk. The country has a population of around 55 million and is known for its beautiful mountains, beaches, wildlife, and wine estates. It's been named one of the top 50 most tourist-friendly countries, with safari tours being one of the main attractions. Who can tell us the name of this country which boasts Table Mountain?

Question 28

What was the highest-grossing film of 2017?

These days it's not uncommon for a movie to gross over $1 billion at the box-office, especially if the film is from an already popular franchise. In 2017 there were four films that grossed over $1 billion, the top two produced by Disney and the second two from Universal Pictures. The movie which finally claimed the top spot grossed $1,333 billion off the back of a $317 million budget and is also now the ninth-highest-grossing film of all time. What movie was this?

Question 29

Who wrote the epic 14th-century poem Divine Comedy?

Divine Comedy is a long narrative poem completed just one year before the author's death. It is one of the most well-known works of literature in the world. In the poem the author describes himself traveling through the afterlife, through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. The work is divided into three parts (books): Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso, and represents his own journey of spirituality. This is a truly epic poem, consisting of staggering 14,233 lines. Who was the author of Divine Comedy?

Question 30

When was Coca-Cola first introduced?

Coca-Cola is one of the most popular carbonated soft drinks of all time and it's been around for quite some time. You can travel almost anywhere in the world and ask for Coke and you'll find it. Although it was originally created as a medicine the patent was purchased by an ambitious businessman who brought the soft drink to the market. Today the exact recipe for Coke is still one of the most highly-protected trade secrets in the world. In what year was Coke first introduced?

Question 31

Who played James Bond in Diamonds are Forever?

The fictional spy James Bond first appeared as a character in series of books by author Ian Fleming. He made his film debut in 1962 in Dr. No and he's still going strong, almost six decades later! The James Bond film series is one of the longest-running film series in history and over the years the part of James has been played by a number of different actors, most recently Daniel Craig. Who played the role of 007 in the 1971 film Diamonds are Forever?

Question 32

How many seconds are there in 24 hours?

For most of us, life is pretty rushed, Between school or work, family, traveling, socializing, and trying to find time to catch up on our favorite series it doesn't seem like we have much time to do anything else. Our lives are basically ruled by the clock, places to go, things to do, it's all quite hectic. But we should try and be more mindful about the way we spend our time. If we break it down, how many seconds are there in 24 hours?

Question 33

Who wrote the Fifty Shades of Grey book trilogy?

Before Fifty Shades of Grey was a box-office hit, it first made waves in the book world. The novelist responsible for this successful trilogy of books actually started out by writing fan fiction, becoming inspired after reading the Twilight Saga. She then began to pen her own story, and it was an instant success. Today the combined novels (Fifty Shades of Grey, Fifty Shades Darker, and Fifty Shades Freed) have sold over 125 million copies worldwide. Who can name this author?

Question 34

Who won the Men's Singles at Wimbledon in 2018?

Even those of us who aren't really interested in sport can still find ourselves getting behind the big events like the World Cup Soccer or Wimbledon. Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London, since 1877. It takes a huge amount of dedication to make it to this level of the game and even more to walk away with the top spot. Which player won the Men's Singles in 2018?

Question 35

Who performed the very first human heart transplant?

Sometimes it's very easy for us to take medical science for granted. These days medicine is so advanced that many of the diseases which would have spelled certain doom in the past can now be treated and more and more advances are being made on a daily basis. Doctors can even transplant new organs for us, but that was not always the case. Someone always has to be the first! Who was the first doctor to ever perform a successful human heart transplant?

Question 36

When was the first iPhone released?

When cell phones first became popular they were bulky cumbersome hunks of heavy plastic that couldn't last for more than a few hours without a battery change and couldn't do much more than make and receive calls. Today we have smartphones which are worlds away from these prehistoric communication devices, and they've completely changed the way we live our lives. The iPhone was the catalyst for this move towards smartphones but can you remember when the very first iPhone was introduced?

Question 37

Who is the voice of Eric Cartman in South Park?

Eric Cartman is one of the main characters in the animated television series South Park. He and his friends Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, and Kenny McCormick live in the fictional Colorado town of South Park and they are always getting themselves into weird situations. Of all the main characters Eric is by far the rudest and most selfish, but also one of the most popular just because he is so outspoken. Who does the voice for Eric Cartman in South Park?

Question 38

What does E=mc2 mean?

Okay, let's find out who was paying attention in science class and who was too busy scrolling through social media. Science is sometimes labeled as boring but there is nothing boring about understanding the world around us and the laws that govern it. The scientist who wrote this ground-breaking formula was Albert Einstein, who is also known for developing the theory of relativity. This formula is considered the world's most famous equation but not many people actually know what it means. What does E=mc2 mean?

Question 39

Who was the youngest person to ever win an Academy Award?

This actress was nine years when she starred in a movie called Paper Moon alongside her father. In the film, she plays the role of a young con artist who is being mentored by a grifter (played by her dad). In 1974, at the age of ten, she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress and the Golden Globe Award for New Star Of The Year - Actress for her performance in this movie. She remains the youngest person to ever win an Oscar. Who is she?

Question 40

What color is puce?

Okay, so anyone who went to kindergarten should be able to name all the basic colors of the rainbow, Red, orange, purple etc. But each one of these colors can have hundreds of different shades and each one of those shades has a name. Red, for example, could be cherry red, fire-engine red, scarlet, rose red, or wine red, just to name a few. Then there are also those colors which are a blend of two other colors. What color is puce?

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