150 Important GK questions for Class 3

150 important GK Questions for Class 3 of Olympiadtester are based on previous year GK Olympiad question papers and other General knowledge exams.

We recommend that Grade 3 students should attempt these GK questions serially and master them over a period of 15 days. Also, it is important to revise them regularly.

Q1) What does family teach us?

a) Sharing

b) Help each other

c) Work as a team

d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

Q2) Which is the smallest bone of the human body?

a) Stapes

b) Skull

c) Ribs

d) Femur

Answer: a) Stapes

Explanation: The stapes, also known as the stirrup, is the smallest bone in the human body. It is located in the middle ear and plays a crucial role in transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear.

Q3) The people suffering from 'Arachnophobia' have a fear of _________.

a) Spiders

b) Heights

c) Water

d) None of these

Answer: a) Spiders

Q4) Which type of dwelling is commonly found in cold and forest regions?

a) Wooden house

b) Stilt house

c) Caravan

d) Houseboat

Answer: b) Stilt house

Explanation: Stilt houses, such as log cabins or elevated wooden structures, are often found in cold and forest regions. They provide insulation and protection against the cold weather and forest environments.

Q5) What is the result of the reaction between oxygen and digested food in our body?

a) Energy

b) All of these

c) Minerals

d) Vitamins

Answer: a) Energy

Explanation: The reaction between oxygen and digested food in our body produces energy. This energy is utilized by our cells for various physiological processes and activities.

Q6) Which one of the following is WRONGLY classified?

a) Digestive System → Stomach, Skeletal System → Skull

b) Digestive System → Mouth, Skeletal System → Ribcage

c) Digestive System → Large Intestine, Skeletal System → Spine

d) Digestive System → Nostril, Skeletal System → Heart

Answer: d) Digestive System → Nostril, Skeletal System → Heart

Explanation: The classification in option d) is incorrect. Nostrils are part of the respiratory system, not the digestive system. The heart is part of the circulatory system, not the skeletal system.

Q7) A person who studies various aspects of humans within present and past societies is called an

a) Archaeologist

b) Anthropologist

c) Astronomer

d) Astrologer

Answer: b) Anthropologist

Explanation: Anthropologists, such as Jane Goodall or Margaret Mead, study various aspects of humans, including their behavior, cultures, societies, and physical characteristics. They analyze present and past societies to understand human diversity, evolution, and social dynamics.

Q8) The salivary glands produce saliva. What is the function of saliva?

a) Digestion of food

b) Purification of blood

c) Keeping our body cool

d) None of these

Answer: a) Digestion of food

Explanation: Saliva plays a crucial role in the digestion of food. For example, enzymes in saliva, like amylase, break down food particles and initiate the digestion process in the mouth. Saliva also lubricates the food, making it easier to swallow.

Q9) Which muscles are the busiest in the human body?

a) Cheek muscles

b) Eye muscles

c) Hand muscles

d) Leg muscles

Answer: b) Eye muscles

Explanation: Eye muscles are the busiest muscles in the body. Scientists estimate they may move more than 100,000 times a day.

Q10) Which is the largest bone of the human body?

a) Stapes

b) Skull

c) Ribs

d) Femur

Answer: d) Femur

Explanation: The femur, also known as the thigh bone, is the largest bone in the human body. It is located in the upper leg and plays a crucial role in supporting body weight and facilitating movement.

Q11) Which organ of our body belongs to both the respiratory and the excretory systems?

a) Lungs

b) Skin

c) Kidneys

d) Intestine

Answer: a) Lungs

Explanation: The lungs belong to both the respiratory and excretory systems. They play a vital role in oxygen exchange for respiration and the removal of carbon dioxide, a waste product, from the body.

Q12) Which of the following senses works for a tiger in the night?

a) Sense of touch

b) Sense of smell

c) Sense of sight

d) All of these

Answer: b) Sense of smell

Explanation: The tigers have a strong sense of smell which they use to find their preys in the dark night.

Q13) Which of these statements is true?

Statement A: Tongue tells us whether the food is bitter, sour, sweet or salty.

Statement B: There are more people with brown eyes as compared to green eyes.

a) Statement A is true

b) Statement B is true

c) Both statements A and B are true

d) Both statements are false

Answer: c) Both statements A and B are true

Explanation: Statement A is true as the taste buds on the tongue help us perceive the basic tastes. Statement B is also true as brown eyes are more prevalent in the global population compared to green eyes.

Q14) Lice is a ______.

a) Scavenger

b) Parasite

c) Producer

d) Carnivore

Answer: b) Parasite

Explanation: Lice are parasitic insects that live and feed on the blood of their hosts.

Q15) _____________ is grown on the slopes of hills.

a) Sugarcane

b) Tea

c) Rice

d) Mango

Answer: b) Tea

Explanation: Tea plants are commonly grown on the slopes of hills in many regions around the world.

Q16) The bird shown in the picture is famous for its long-distance migration between the North and South poles. Identify this bird:

a) Siberian crane

b) Amur Falcon

c) Arctic tern

d) Flamingo

Answer: c) Arctic tern

Explanation: The Arctic tern is known for its incredible long-distance migration between its breeding grounds in the Arctic and its non-breeding grounds near the Antarctic.

Q17) Among the following, which feature is not found in dolphins?

a) Giving birth to young ones.

b) Laying eggs.

c) Possessing fins.

d) None of these.

Answer: b) Laying eggs.

Explanation: Dolphins are known to be mammals, and they give birth to live young ones, unlike animals that lay eggs such as birds and reptiles.

Q18) Which plant's roots are edible?

a) Sugarcane

b) Strawberry

c) Carrot

d) Mint

Answer: c) Carrot

Explanation: Carrots have edible taproots that are commonly consumed as vegetables.

Q19) Which of the following is NOT an aquatic plant?

a) Hydrilla

b) Duck potato

c) Eucalyptus

d) Wild rice

Answer: c) Eucalyptus

Explanation: Unlike Hydrilla, Duck potato, and Wild rice, which are aquatic plants, Eucalyptus is not adapted to grow in water.

Q20) Among these options, which animal is extinct?

a) Sabre-toothed cat

b) Porpoise

c) Salamander

d) Tasmanian devil

Answer: a) Sabre-toothed cat

Explanation: The Sabre-toothed cat is an extinct animal that lived during the prehistoric times and is known for its long, curved canine teeth.

Q21) Which of the following statements is true?

a) Mangroves grow in coastal areas.

b) Grasses are flowering plants with hollow stems.

c) Cocoa and tea plants grow on the slopes of hills.

Answer: a) Mangroves grow in coastal areas.

Explanation: Mangroves are trees or shrubs that grow in coastal saline or brackish water. They have specialized roots and can tolerate saltwater.

Q22) Which of the following birds was used for communication purpose in ancient times?

a) Parrot

b) Crow

c) Pigeon

d) Sparrow

Answer: c) Pigeon

Explanation: Pigeons were used for communication purposes in ancient times. They were trained to carry messages over long distances.

Q23) The oldest means of communication

a) Postcard

b) Telegram

c) Pigeon

d) Mobile

Answer: c) Pigeon

Explanation: Pigeon communication is considered one of the oldest means of sending messages over long distances.

Q24). What is the emergency number one must dial in case of a road accident in India?

a) 102

b) 139

c) 101

d) 181

Answer: c) 101

Q25). What is the state of matter in which metals are present in the outer core of Earth?

a) Solid

b) Liquid

c) Gas

d) A combination of all the states of matter

Answer: b) Liquid

Explanation: The metals in the outer core of the Earth exist in a liquid state due to the high temperature and pressure prevailing in that region.

Q26). Which part of the Earth is known to be the hottest?

a) Inner core

b) Outer core

c) Mantle

d) Crust

Answer: a) Inner core

Explanation: The inner core of the Earth is the hottest region on the planet, attributed to the immense pressure and temperature it experiences at its center.

Q27). What is the approximate thickness of the crust in the ocean floor?

a) 2 km

b) 5 km

c) 10 km

d) 25 km

Answer: b) 5 km

Q28). What do we call the crust where we live?

a) Continental crust

b) Environmental crust

c) Core crust

d) Atmospheric crust

Answer: a) Continental crust

Q29). What is the primary composition of the Earth's crust?

a) Silica and iron

b) Silica and alumina

c) Alumina and iron

d) None of these

Answer: b) Silica and alumina

Q30). Which layer of the Earth comes second after the crust?

a) Crust

b) Inner core

c) Mantle

d) Outer core

Answer: c) Mantle

Q31). What is the approximate depth of the Earth's mantle?

a) 1,000 km

b) 2,000 km

c) 2,500 km

d) 3,000 km

Answer: c) 2,500 km

Explanation: The mantle extends to a depth of approximately 2,500 kilometers beneath the Earth's surface.

Q32). Which layer of Earth is primarily composed of iron and nickel?

a) Crust

b) Continental crust

c) Mantle

d) Outer core

Answer: d) Outer core

Explanation: The outer core of the Earth is predominantly made up of iron and nickel.

Q33). The layer that protects us from harmful UV radiation is known as:

a) Ozone layer

b) Infrared layer

c) Carbon layer

d) Oxygen layer

Answer: a) Ozone layer

Explanation: The ozone layer is a region of Earth's stratosphere that contains a high concentration of ozone molecules. It plays a crucial role in absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, protecting life on Earth from its harmful effects.

Q34). Which planet in our Solar System is known as the "Red Planet"?

a) Mercury

b) Venus

c) Mars

d) Jupiter

Answer: c) Mars

Explanation: Mars is often referred to as the "Red Planet" due to its reddish appearance, which is caused by iron oxide (rust) on its surface.

Q35). What is the name of the largest moon of Saturn?

a) Ganymede

b) Titan

c) Europa

d) Triton

Answer: b) Titan

Explanation: Titan is the largest moon of Saturn and the second-largest moon in the Solar System. It is known for its thick atmosphere and hydrocarbon lakes.

Q36). The Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef system, is located off the coast of which country?

a) Australia

b) Brazil

c) Indonesia

d) Egypt

Answer: a) Australia

Explanation: The Great Barrier Reef is located off the northeastern coast of Australia and is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its biodiversity and coral formations.

Q37). Which planet in our Solar System is known as the "Morning Star" or "Evening Star" and is often the brightest object in the night sky after the Moon?

a) Venus

b) Jupiter

c) Mars

d) Saturn

Answer: a) Venus

Q38). I am the first member of the Solar system, revolving around the Sun. I am the smallest among all the other members. What am I?

a) Earth

b) Mercury

c) Mars

d) Jupiter

Answer: b) Mercury

Q39). Why are we able to see the Moon?

a) It is a luminous object.

b) It reflects the light of the Earth.

c) It has a jungle of fireflies.

d) It reflects the light of the Sun.

Answer: d) It reflects the light of the Sun.

Explanation: The Moon is visible to us because it reflects the light of the Sun, illuminating its surface which is then visible from the Earth.

Q40). I am the largest moon in the Solar system and I orbit around Jupiter. What am I?

a) Titan

b) Ganymede

c) Enceladus

d) Triton

Answer: b) Ganymede

Explanation: Ganymede is the largest moon in the Solar system and it orbits around Jupiter, the largest planet.

Q41). I am the closest star to Earth and the center of our Solar system. What am I?

a) Alpha Centauri

b) Sirius

c) Proxima Centauri

d) Sun

Answer: d) Sun

Q42). I am a celestial body made up of ice, dust, and gas, known for my bright coma and tail when I approach the Sun. What am I?

a) Asteroid

b) Meteor

c) Comet

d) Planet

Answer: c) Comet

Q43). I am the second smallest planet in the Solar system and the closest to the Sun. I have a very thin atmosphere. What am I?

a) Mercury

b) Venus

c) Mars

d) Uranus

Answer: a) Mercury

Explanation: Mercury is the second smallest planet in the Solar system and it is the closest to the Sun. It has a very thin atmosphere.

Q44). I am the only planet in the Solar system that rotates on its side, causing extreme seasons. What am I?

a) Saturn

b) Uranus

c) Neptune

d) Jupiter

Answer: b) Uranus

Explanation: Uranus is the only planet in the Solar system that rotates on its side, causing extreme seasons.

Q45). I am the largest planet in the Solar system, known for my iconic giant red spot. What am I?

a) Earth

b) Mercury

c) Mars

d) Jupiter

Answer: d) Jupiter

Explanation: Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar system and is characterized by its famous Great Red Spot, a massive storm in its atmosphere.

Q46). I am the fifth planet from the Sun and have a beautiful system of rings around me. What am I?

a) Earth

b) Venus

c) Saturn

d) Uranus

Answer: c) Saturn

Explanation: Saturn, the sixth planet from the Sun, is well-known for its spectacular system of rings composed of ice and dust particles.

Q47). I am the only planet in the Solar system with a thick atmosphere composed mainly of carbon dioxide. What am I?

a) Earth

b) Venus

c) Mars

d) Uranus

Answer: b) Venus

Explanation: Venus is the second planet from the Sun and is known for its extremely dense and hot atmosphere, primarily made up of carbon dioxide.

Q48). I am a small, rocky planet known for my thin atmosphere and extensive system of canyons. What am I?

a) Earth

b) Mercury

c) Mars

d) Neptune

Answer: c) Mars

Explanation: Mars, also known as the "Red Planet," is the fourth planet from the Sun and is characterized by its reddish appearance, canyons, and volcanoes.

Q49). What is the main gas responsible for the greenhouse effect on Earth?

a) Oxygen

b) Nitrogen

c) Carbon dioxide

d) Hydrogen

Answer: c) Carbon dioxide

Explanation: Carbon dioxide is the main gas responsible for the greenhouse effect on Earth. It traps heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming and climate change.

Q50). What causes the tides in the oceans?

a) The rotation of the Earth.

b) The gravitational pull of the Moon.

c) The gravitational pull of the Sun.

d) The presence of underwater volcanoes.

Answer: b) The gravitational pull of the Moon.

Explanation: The tides in the oceans are primarily caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon on the Earth, creating bulges in the ocean waters.

Q51). Why is the sky blue during the day?

a) It reflects blue light from the Sun.

b) It emits blue light.

c) It absorbs blue light from the Sun.

d) It reflects all colors equally.

Answer: c) It absorbs blue light from the Sun.

Explanation: The sky appears blue during the day because the Earth's atmosphere scatters shorter wavelengths of light (blue) more effectively, causing the blue light from the Sun to be absorbed and scattered in all directions.

Q52). Which collection of stories includes tales like 'Cinderella' and 'Little Red Riding Hood'?

a) Arabian Nights

b) Aesop's Fables

c) Grimm's Fairy Tales

d) Panchatantra

Answer: c) Grimm's Fairy Tales

Explanation: Grimm's Fairy Tales is a famous collection that includes well-known stories such as 'Cinderella' and 'Little Red Riding Hood'.

Q53). In which book did the character "Mowgli" appear?

a) Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

b) The Jungle Book

c) The Wind in the Willows

d) Treasure Island

Answer: b) The Jungle Book

Explanation: The character "Mowgli" appears in the book 'The Jungle Book' written by Rudyard Kipling.

Q54). Who wrote the famous play "Romeo and Juliet"?

a) William Shakespeare

b) Jane Austen

c) Charles Dickens

d) Leo Tolstoy

Answer: a) William Shakespeare

Explanation: The play "Romeo and Juliet" was written by the renowned playwright William Shakespeare.

Q55). What do you call a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and spelling?

a) Synonym

b) Homonym

c) Antonym

d) Homophone

Answer: d) Homophone

Explanation: A word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and spelling is called a "homophone."

Q56). Who wrote the famous book "To Kill a Mockingbird"?

a) J.R.R. Tolkien

b) Harper Lee

c) J.K. Rowling

d) Mark Twain

Answer: b) Harper Lee

Explanation: The famous book "To Kill a Mockingbird" was written by Harper Lee.

Q57). What does the expression 'spill the beans' mean?

a) Taking out stolen beans from the pocket

b) Telling lies about beans

c) Telling the truth about beans

d) Telling a secret

Answer: d) Telling a secret

Explanation: The idiom 'spill the beans' means to reveal or disclose a secret or confidential information to others.

Q58). Which famous collection of stories includes the tales of 'Sindbad the Sailor' and 'Aladdin and the Magic Lamp'?

a) Jataka Tales

b) Arabian Nights

c) Panchatantra

d) None of these

Answer: b) Arabian Nights

Explanation: The collection of stories known as 'Arabian Nights' includes famous tales like 'Sindbad the Sailor' and 'Aladdin and the Magic Lamp'.

Q59). Our national song 'Vande Mataram' was first featured in a book called 'Anandamath'. Who wrote it?

a) Subhas Chandra Bose

b) Rabindranath Tagore

c) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

d) Satyajit Ray

Answer: c) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

Explanation: 'Vande Mataram', our national song, was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and first featured in his book 'Anandamath'.

Q60). Who authored the famous book 'Glimpses of World History'?

a) Jawaharlal Nehru

b) Indira Gandhi

c) Mahatma Gandhi

d) None of these

Answer: a) Jawaharlal Nehru

Explanation: 'Glimpses of World History' was written by Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India.

Q61). Who is the author of the book 'Wings of Fire'?

a) Kautilya

b) Narendra Modi

c) Amitav Ghosh

d) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Answer: d) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Explanation: 'Wings of Fire' was authored by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the former President of India and a renowned scientist.

Q62). Who wrote the book 'My Life and Times'?

a) Vikram Seth

b) V. V. Giri

c) Sarojini Naidu

d) Ruskin Bond

Answer: b) V. V. Giri

Explanation: 'My Life and Times' is a book written by V. V. Giri, who served as the President of India.

Q63). Which book is authored by Chetan Bhagat?

a) Revolution 2020

b) Revolution 2014

c) Revolution 2016

d) Revolution 1995

Answer: a) Revolution 2020

Explanation: Chetan Bhagat is the author of the book 'Revolution 2020'.

Q64). What does the idiom 'to live in a fool's paradise' mean?

a) To make a fool of others

b) To keep false hopes

c) To live in a paradise of fools

d) To think that others are fools

Answer: b) To keep false hopes

Explanation: The idiom 'to live in a fool's paradise' means to hold unrealistic or false hopes or beliefs about something.

Q65). Who is the author of the novel "Pride and Prejudice"?

a) Jane Austen

b) Mark Twain

c) R.K. Narayan

d) Leo Tolstoy

Answer: a) Jane Austen

Explanation: "Pride and Prejudice" was written by Jane Austen, a renowned English novelist.

Q66). Which book is authored by Amrita Pritam?

a) Jyoti Punj

b) Mansarovar

c) Forty-Nine Days

d) My Truth: Eternal India

Answer: d) My Truth: Eternal India

Explanation: The book "My Truth: Eternal India" is written by Amrita Pritam, a prominent Punjabi writer and poet.

Q67). Who is the author of the play "Othello"?

a) Rabindranath Tagore

b) William Shakespeare

c) Vishnu Sharma

d) Chetan Bhagat

Answer: b) William Shakespeare

Explanation: "Othello" is a tragedy play written by William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights in history.

Q68). Who authored the book "Two Lives"?

a) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

b) Khushwant Singh

c) Vikram Seth

d) Sarojini Naidu

Answer: c) Vikram Seth

Explanation: "Two Lives" is a famous book written by Vikram Seth, a prominent Indian author and poet.

Q69). What does the idiom 'to catch it' mean?

a) To receive a punishment or reprimand.

b) To catch the ball thrown by the other player.

c) To catch the ball hit by a cricket player.

d) None of these

Answer: a) To receive a punishment or reprimand.

Explanation: The idiom 'to catch it' means to receive a punishment or reprimand for something done wrong.

Q70). Who is the author of the book 'Kalpana Chawla – A Life'?

a) Anil Padmanabhan

b) Kiran Desai

c) Vishnu Sharma

d) Arvind Adiga

Answer: a) Anil Padmanabhan

Explanation: "Kalpana Chawla – A Life" is authored by Anil Padmanabhan, an Indian journalist and writer.

Q71). You accidentally broke your friend's toy. What will you do?

a) Hide the broken toy and pretend nothing happened.

b) Blame someone else for breaking the toy.

c) Apologize to your friend and offer to fix or replace the toy.

d) Laugh at your friend and tell them it was their fault.

Answer: c) Apologize to your friend and offer to fix or replace the toy.

Explanation: Taking responsibility for your actions, you should apologize to your friend and try to fix or replace the broken toy.

Q72). Your friend is upset because they lost a game. How will you make them feel better?

a) Tease your friend and make fun of their loss.

b) Ignore your friend and play with someone else.

c) Offer words of encouragement and remind them that it's okay to lose sometimes.

d) Brag about your own victory and make them feel worse.

Answer: c) Offer words of encouragement and remind them that it's okay to lose sometimes.

Q73). Your teacher assigned a group project, and your group members are not cooperating. What will you do?

a) Complain to the teacher and ask to change groups.

b) Work alone and not include your group members.

c) Try to talk to your group members and find a way to work together.

d) Ignore the situation and hope the teacher won't notice.

Answer: c) Try to talk to your group members and find a way to work together.

Q74). Your friend is feeling scared before a performance on stage. What will you do to help them?

a) Laugh at your friend and tell them they will mess up.

b) Ignore your friend and focus on your own performance.

c) Offer support and encouragement, reminding them that it's normal to feel nervous.

d) Tease your friend and make them feel more anxious.

Answer: c) Offer support and encouragement, reminding them that it's normal to feel nervous.

Q75). Your little brother accidentally breaks a vase. What will you do?

a) Yell and scold your brother for breaking the vase.

b) Blame your brother and tell your parents it was his fault.

c) Stay calm and help your brother clean up the mess.

d) Ignore the situation and walk away.

Answer: c) Stay calm and help your brother clean up the mess.

Explanation: Being understanding and responsible, you should stay calm and assist your brother in cleaning up the mess.

Q76). You promised your friend that you would play with them, but now another friend invited you to a movie. What will you do?

a) Break your promise and go to the movie.

b) Go to play with your friend as promised.

c) Ask your friend to cancel their plans and go to the movie.

d) Go to the movie but lie to your friend about the reason.

Answer: b) Go to play with your friend as promised.

Explanation: Keeping your promises is important. You should fulfill your commitment and play with your friend as you promised.

Q77) What is the capital city of France?

a) Madrid

b) Rome

c) Paris

d) Berlin

Answer: c) Paris

Q78) Who wrote the famous book "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"?

a) J.K. Rowling

b) Roald Dahl

c) Dr. Seuss

d) Enid Blyton

Answer: b) Roald Dahl

Q79) Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

a) Venus

b) Mars

c) Jupiter

d) Saturn

Answer: b) Mars

Q80) What is the largest ocean on Earth?

a) Indian Ocean

b) Atlantic Ocean

c) Pacific Ocean

d) Arctic Ocean

Answer: c) Pacific Ocean

Q81) Who painted the Mona Lisa?

a) Pablo Picasso

b) Leonardo da Vinci

c) Vincent van Gogh

d) Claude Monet

Answer: b) Leonardo da Vinci

Q82) What is the main ingredient in guacamole?

a) Avocado

b) Tomato

c) Onion

d) Potato

Answer: a) Avocado

Q83) What is the currency of Japan?

a) Yen

b) Dollar

c) Euro

d) Pound

Answer: a) Yen

Q84) How many continents are there in the world?

a) 6

b) 7

c) 5

d) 8

Answer: b) 7

Q85) Who invented the telephone?

a) Thomas Edison

b) Alexander Graham Bell

c) Nikola Tesla

d) Albert Einstein

Answer: b) Alexander Graham Bell

Q86) What is the tallest mountain in the world?

a) Mount Everest

b) K2

c) Kanchenjunga

d) Lhotse

Answer: a) Mount Everest

Q87) Which bird is known for its ability to mimic human speech?

a) Parrot

b) Eagle

c) Penguin

d) Owl

Answer: a) Parrot

Q88) What is the largest bird in the world by wingspan?

a) Bald Eagle

b) Albatross

c) Ostrich

d) Condor

Answer: b) Albatross

Q89) Who wrote the famous play "Romeo and Juliet"?

a) William Shakespeare

b) Jane Austen

c) Charles Dickens

d) Mark Twain

Answer: a) William Shakespeare

Q90). In which sport are "birdies" and "eagles" associated with scoring?

a) Badminton

b) Soccer

c) Golf

d) Baseball

Answer: c) Golf

Explanation: In golf, a "birdie" refers to scoring one stroke under par on a hole, while an "eagle" refers to scoring two strokes under par.

Q91). In which sport would you perform a "layup"?

a) Basketball

b) Soccer

c) Cricket

d) Volleyball

Answer: a) Basketball

Explanation: A "layup" is a common basketball shot where a player drives to the hoop and lays the ball into the basket.

Q92). Which country has achieved a remarkable feat by winning the One Day International World Cup of cricket three times consecutively?

a) Australia

b) India

c) England

d) West Indies

Answer: d) West Indies

Explanation: West Indies won the One Day International (ODI) Cricket World Cup three times in a row, achieving a rare and impressive feat in the sport.

Q93). Which industry encompasses both cinema and television?

a) Sports

b) Entertainment

c) Recording

d) Shooting

Answer: b) Entertainment

Explanation: The entertainment industry includes both cinema (movies) and television, offering various forms of visual and audio entertainment to the audience.

Q94). In which game is a "bird" used?

a) Hockey

b) Badminton

c) Lawn Tennis

d) Chess

Answer: b) Badminton

Explanation: In the game of badminton, a "bird" (also known as a shuttlecock) is used. Players hit the bird across the net using rackets.

Q95). What type of shot is "Freestyle"?

a) Cricket shot

b) Hockey shot

c) Football kick

d) Swimming stroke

Answer: d) Swimming stroke

Explanation: "Freestyle" is a type of swimming stroke where swimmers can use any technique they prefer, usually referring to the front crawl style.

Q96). In which game is "Advantage" a point used?

a) Badminton

b) Lawn Tennis

c) Cricket

d) Hockey

Answer: b) Lawn Tennis

Explanation: In the game of lawn tennis, "Advantage" is a point awarded to a player after deuce when they win the next point.

Q97). Which of these is an International Cup for hockey?

a) Wellington Cup

b) Samaranch Hockey Cup

c) MCC Cup

d) Agha Khan Cup

Answer: d) Agha Khan Cup

Explanation: The Agha Khan Cup is an International Hockey Cup, featuring top teams competing in the sport of field hockey.

Q98). Who won the ICC World Cup of cricket in 1983?

a) Pakistan

b) Sri Lanka

c) India

d) England

Answer: c) India

Explanation: India won the ICC World Cup of cricket in 1983, marking a historic victory in the sport.

Q99). Which country is famous for inventing the sport of "Sumo"?

a) China

b) Japan

c) India

d) Brazil

Answer: b) Japan

Explanation: The sport of "Sumo" originated in Japan and is a traditional form of wrestling with deep cultural significance.

Q100). Which sport is connected with the ICC Champions Trophy?

a) Badminton

b) Lawn Tennis

c) Wrestling

d) Cricket

Answer: d) Cricket

Q101). Which award is presented to acknowledge exceptional achievements in national sports?

a) Padma Shri

b) Param Vir Chakra

c) Ashok Chakra

d) Arjuna Award

Answer: d) Arjuna Award

Q102). Pullela Gopichand has represented India in three Thomas Cup tournaments. Which sport is he associated with?

a) Badminton

b) Squash

c) Hockey

d) Cricket

Answer: a) Badminton

Q103). In cricket, what is the term used when a batsman is declared "out" without scoring any runs?

a) Bowled

b) Caught

c) Duck

d) Run-out

Answer: c) Duck

Q104). Which sport is known as the "gentleman's game"?

a) Soccer

b) Cricket

c) Basketball

d) Tennis

Answer: b) Cricket

Explanation: Cricket is often referred to as the "gentleman's game" due to its traditional values and sportsmanship.

Q105). In basketball, how many points is a free throw worth?

a) 1 point

b) 2 points

c) 3 points

d) 4 points

Answer: a) 1 point

Q106). In which sport would you perform a slam dunk?

a) Baseball

b) Soccer

c) Basketball

d) Cricket

Answer: c) Basketball

Q107). Which sport is often referred to as "the national pastime" in the United States?

a) Cricket

b) Soccer

c) Baseball

d) Tennis

Answer: c) Baseball

Q108). In which sport would you use a cue to hit balls into pockets on a table?

a) Soccer

b) Snooker

c) Tennis

d) Baseball

Answer: b) Snooker

Explanation: Snooker is a cue sport where players use a cue to hit colored balls into pockets on a rectangular table.

Q109). In which sport would you use a "puck"?

a) Soccer

b) Cricket

c) Ice hockey

d) Tennis

Answer: c) Ice hockey

Explanation: A "puck" is used in the sport of ice hockey. Players use sticks to hit the puck into the opponent's net to score goals.

Q110). What is the capital of Spain?

a) Madrid

b) Barcelona

c) Seville

d) Valencia

Answer: a) Madrid

Q111). Who is known as the "Father of the Nation" in India?

a) Mahatma Gandhi

b) Jawaharlal Nehru

c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

d) Subhas Chandra Bose

Answer: a) Mahatma Gandhi

Explanation: Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Bapu, is widely regarded as the "Father of the Nation" in India for his pivotal role in India's independence movement.

Q112). What is the currency of Japan?

a) Yen

b) Yuan

c) Won

d) Renminbi

Answer: a) Yen

Q113). Who wrote the famous play "Romeo and Juliet"?

a) William Shakespeare

b) Charles Dickens

c) Jane Austen

d) Mark Twain

Answer: a) William Shakespeare

Q114). What is the chemical symbol for gold?

a) Au

b) Ag

c) Fe

d) Cu

Answer: a) Au

Explanation: The chemical symbol for gold is Au, derived from its Latin name "Aurum."

Q115). Which planet is known as the "Morning Star"?

a) Mars

b) Venus

c) Mercury

d) Jupiter

Answer: b) Venus

Explanation: Venus is often referred to as the "Morning Star" when it appears bright in the eastern sky before sunrise.

Q116). Who painted the famous artwork "The Starry Night"?

a) Leonardo da Vinci

b) Vincent van Gogh

c) Pablo Picasso

d) Michelangelo

Answer: b) Vincent van Gogh

Explanation: "The Starry Night" is a masterpiece painted by the Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh.

Q117). Which is the largest mammal in the world?

a) African Elephant

b) Blue Whale

c) Giraffe

d) Hippopotamus

Answer: b) Blue Whale

Explanation: The Blue Whale is the largest mammal on Earth, both in terms of length and weight.

Q118). Who discovered penicillin?

a) Alexander Fleming

b) Louis Pasteur

c) Joseph Lister

d) Robert Koch

Answer: a) Alexander Fleming

Explanation: Penicillin was discovered by the Scottish scientist Alexander Fleming in 1928.

Q119). Which gas is most abundant in the Earth's atmosphere?

a) Nitrogen

b) Oxygen

c) Carbon Dioxide

d) Hydrogen

Answer: a) Nitrogen

Explanation: Nitrogen is the most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere, comprising about 78% of the total volume.

Q120). Who composed the famous classical music piece "Symphony No. 9"?

a) Ludwig van Beethoven

b) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

c) Johann Sebastian Bach

d) Franz Schubert

Answer: a) Ludwig van Beethoven

Q121). In which sport do players compete for the Ryder Cup?

a) Golf

b) Tennis

c) Soccer

d) Baseball

Answer: a) Golf

Explanation: Players compete for the Ryder Cup in golf, representing either the United States or Europe in a team format.

Q122). In which sport are athletes required to perform routines using clubs, ribbons, and hoops?

a) Gymnastics

b) Soccer

c) Cricket

d) Volleyball

Answer: a) Gymnastics

Q123). In which sport would you perform a "slalom"?

a) Soccer

b) Skiing

c) Tennis

d) Baseball

Answer: b) Skiing

Explanation: Slalom is a skiing discipline where skiers race downhill between poles or gates.

Q124). In which sport are "birdies" and "eagles" associated with scoring?

a) Badminton

b) Soccer

c) Golf

d) Baseball

Answer: c) Golf

Explanation: In golf, a "birdie" refers to scoring one stroke under par on a hole, while an "eagle" refers to scoring two strokes under par.

Q125). In which sport would you perform a "layup"?

a) Basketball

b) Soccer

c) Cricket

d) Volleyball

Answer: a) Basketball

Explanation: A "layup" is a common basketball shot where a player drives to the hoop and lays the ball into the basket.

Q126). Which country has achieved a remarkable feat by winning the One Day International World Cup of cricket three times consecutively?

a) Australia

b) India

c) England

d) West Indies

Answer: d) West Indies

Explanation: West Indies won the One Day International (ODI) Cricket World Cup three times in a row, achieving a rare and impressive feat in the sport.

Q127). Which industry encompasses both cinema and television?

a) Sports

b) Entertainment

c) Recording

d) Shooting

Answer: b) Entertainment

Q128). In which game is a "bird" used?

a) Hockey

b) Badminton

c) Lawn Tennis

d) Chess

Answer: b) Badminton

Explanation: In the game of badminton, a "bird" (also known as a shuttlecock) is used. Players hit the bird across the net using rackets.

Q129). What type of shot is "Freestyle"?

a) Cricket shot

b) Hockey shot

c) Football kick

d) Swimming stroke

Answer: d) Swimming stroke

Explanation: "Freestyle" is a type of swimming stroke where swimmers can use any technique they prefer, usually referring to the front crawl style.

Q129). What is the tallest mountain in Africa?

a) Mount Kilimanjaro

b) Mount Kenya

c) Mount Elgon

d) Mount Meru

Answer: a) Mount Kilimanjaro

Explanation: Mount Kilimanjaro, located in Tanzania, is the tallest mountain in Africa.

Q130). Which country is known as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon"?

a) Nepal

b) Bhutan

c) Tibet

d) Mongolia

Answer: b) Bhutan

Explanation: Bhutan is known as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon" due to the dramatic thunderstorms that often occur in the Himalayan region.

Q31). What is the currency of South Korea?

a) Won

b) Yen

c) Yuan

d) Baht

Answer: a) Won

Q132). In which sport are players awarded a "try" or "conversion"?

a) Soccer

b) Cricket

c) Rugby

d) Tennis

Answer: c) Rugby

Explanation: In rugby, players score a "try" by grounding the ball in the opponent's in-goal area and can earn additional points through a "conversion" kick.

Q133). Which country is famous for inventing the sport of "Sumo"?

a) China

b) Japan

c) India

d) Brazil

Answer: b) Japan

Explanation: The sport of "Sumo" originated in Japan and is a traditional form of wrestling with deep cultural significance.

Q134). In which sport are players required to use a bow to shoot arrows at a target?

a) Archery

b) Fencing

c) Judo

d) Table Tennis

Answer: a) Archery

Q135). The famous "Wimbledon" tennis tournament is held in which country?

a) Australia

b) United States

c) France

d) England

Answer: d) England

Q136). What is the national sport of Canada?

a) Ice Hockey

b) Soccer

c) Baseball

d) Basketball

Answer: a) Ice Hockey

Q137). The "Tour de France" is a famous event in which sport?

a) Athletics

b) Cycling

c) Swimming

d) Rugby

Answer: b) Cycling

Q138). Which sport is known as the "King of Sports"?

a) Cricket

b) Soccer

c) Basketball

d) Golf

Answer: b) Soccer

Explanation: Soccer, also known as football in many countries, is often referred to as the "King of Sports" due to its massive global popularity and fan following.

Q139). Which of these sports is played on horseback and involves hitting a ball through goalposts?

a) Polo

b) Golf

c) Tennis

d) Rugby

Answer: a) Polo

Explanation: Polo is a sport played on horseback, where players use mallets to hit a ball through goalposts to score points.

Q140). In which sport do athletes perform acrobatic moves and artistic routines on a beam, bars, and floor?

a) Gymnastics

b) Swimming

c) Athletics

d) Boxing

Answer: a) Gymnastics

Q141). Which Indian state boasts the longest coastline?

a) Odisha

b) Gujarat

c) Andhra Pradesh

d) Goa

Answer: b) Gujarat

Q142). Which classical dance form, native to Northern India, portrays the epic tales of Hindu scriptures?

a) Kathak

b) Bharatanatyam

c) Kuchipudi

d) Odissi

Answer: a) Kathak

Explanation: Kathak is a classical dance form from Northern India that often portrays the epic tales of Hindu scriptures through intricate footwork, hand gestures, and expressions.

Q143). Who was the first President of the United States?

a) Thomas Jefferson

b) George Washington

c) John Adams

d) Benjamin Franklin

Answer: b) George Washington

Explanation: George Washington served as the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797.

Q144). What is the capital city of Australia?

a) Sydney

b) Canberra

c) Melbourne

d) Brisbane

Answer: b) Canberra

Q145). Who is the author of the famous novel "To Kill a Mockingbird"?

a) Harper Lee

b) J.K. Rowling

c) Ernest Hemingway

d) F. Scott Fitzgerald

Answer: a) Harper Lee

Explanation: "To Kill a Mockingbird" was written by Harper Lee and was published in 1960.

Q146). Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?

a) Venus

b) Mars

c) Jupiter

d) Saturn

Answer: b) Mars

Explanation: Mars is often referred to as the "Red Planet" due to its reddish appearance, caused by iron oxide on its surface.

Q147). What is the largest organ in the human body?

a) Liver

b) Brain

c) Skin

d) Heart

Answer: c) Skin

Explanation: The skin is the largest organ in the human body, serving as a protective barrier and regulating temperature.

Q148). Which famous scientist formulated the theory of relativity?

a) Isaac Newton

b) Albert Einstein

c) Galileo Galilei

d) Stephen Hawking

Answer: b) Albert Einstein

Explanation: Albert Einstein formulated the theory of relativity, which revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and gravity.

Q149). What is the chemical symbol for the element oxygen?

a) O

b) Ox

c) Oc

d) Om

Answer: a) O

Q150). Which famous artist painted the Mona Lisa?

a) Leonardo da Vinci

b) Vincent van Gogh

c) Pablo Picasso

d) Michelangelo

Answer: a) Leonardo da Vinci