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This list contains Pop Culture-themed trivia questions across the following categories:

• 90s Movies
• Books
• Brands
• Rock & Roll
• Star Wars
• Superheroes
• Super Villains
• Toys
• TV Series
• Video Games

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Pop Culture Trivia Questions

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90s Movies

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1. What is the name of the 1994 film directed by Quentin Tarantino that intertwines the stories of two mob hitmen, a boxer, a gangster's wife, and a pair of bandits?

‍Answer: Pulp Fiction

a) Reservoir Dogs

b) Pulp Fiction

c) Jackie Brown

d) Kill Bill

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2. In the 1993 movie "Jurassic Park," what type of dinosaur was the first to be cloned and shown to the audience?

‍Answer: Brachiosaurus

a) Tyrannosaurus Rex

b) Velociraptor

c) Triceratops

d) Brachiosaurus

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3. What is the title of the 1995 crime thriller directed by Bryan Singer, which follows the investigation of a mysterious murder that leads to an intricate web of deceit and corruption?

‍Answer: The Usual Suspects

a) Reservoir Dogs

b) The Usual Suspects

c) Se7en

d) Heat

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4. What is the title of the 1999 science fiction film directed by Lana and Lilly Wachowski that explores the concept of simulated reality?

‍Answer: The Matrix

a) Inception

b) The Matrix

c) The Truman Show

d) Dark City

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5. In the 1996 film "Fargo," directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, what is the name of the pregnant police chief who investigates a series of homicides in Minnesota?Answer: Marge Gunderson

a) Marge Gunderson

b) Clarice Starling

c) Jane Craig

d) Ellen Ripley

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6. Who directed the 1999 psychological thriller film "Fight Club," based on the novel by Chuck Palahniuk?

‍Answer: David Fincher

a) Quentin Tarantino

b) David Fincher

c) Martin Scorsese

d) Christopher Nolan

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7. In the 1997 film "L.A. Confidential," which actor played the role of LAPD Sergeant Jack Vincennes, who becomes embroiled in a corruption scandal?

‍Answer: Kevin Spacey

a) Kevin Spacey

b) Russell Crowe

c) Guy Pearce

d) James Cromwell

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8. What is the name of the 1999 film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson that follows the rise and fall of a pornographic filmmaker during the Golden Age of Porn in the 1970s and 1980s?

‍Answer: Boogie Nights

a) Boogie Nights

b) Magnolia

c) Punch-Drunk Love

d) There Will Be Blood

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9. Who directed the 1998 film "American History X," a drama that explores themes of racism and redemption through the story of a former neo-Nazi skinhead?

‍Answer: Tony Kaye

a) Quentin Tarantino

b) Tony Kaye

c) David Fincher

d) Martin Scorsese

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10. Which 1994 film, directed by Robert Zemeckis and based on a Winston Groom novel, won the Academy Award for Best Picture?

‍Answer: Forrest Gump

a) Pulp Fiction

b) Schindler's List

c) The Shawshank Redemption

d) Forrest Gump

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Books

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1. What is the title of the novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky that follows the psychological turmoil of Rodion Raskolnikov, a former student who commits a murder?

‍Answer: Crime and Punishment

a) The Brothers Karamazov

b) Crime and Punishment

c) The Idiot

d) Demons

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2. In George Orwell's dystopian novel, what is the ruling entity that governs Oceania in "1984"?

‍Answer: The Party

a) The Brotherhood

b) The Party

c) The Council

d) The Regime

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3. Who is the author of the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird," which explores themes of racial injustice and moral growth in the American South?

‍Answer: Harper Lee

a) F. Scott Fitzgerald

b) Harper Lee

c) John Steinbeck

d) Ernest Hemingway

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4. What is the title of the science fiction novel by Stanisław Lem that explores the challenges of communication with an extraterrestrial species?

‍Answer: Solaris

a) The Futurological Congress

b) Solaris

c) His Master's Voice

d) The Invincible

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5. Which novel by Thomas Pynchon follows the journey of Oedipa Maas as she unravels a conspiracy involving a mysterious underground postal system?

‍Answer: The Crying of Lot 49

a) Gravity's Rainbow

b) V.

c) Mason & Dixon

d) The Crying of Lot 49

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6. What is the title of Aldous Huxley's dystopian novel that portrays a futuristic society where human beings are genetically engineered and classified into castes?

‍Answer: Brave New World

a) Fahrenheit 451

b) Brave New World

c) The Handmaid's Tale

d) Animal Farm

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7. Which novel by Franz Kafka tells the story of a man who wakes up one morning to find himself transformed into a giant insect?

‍Answer: The Metamorphosis

a) The Trial

b) The Castle

c) The Metamorphosis

d) Amerika

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8. Which classic novel by Mary Shelley follows the story of a scientist who creates a creature from reanimated body parts?

‍Answer: Frankenstein

a) Dracula

b) Frankenstein

c) The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

d) The Island of Doctor Moreau

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9. In Margaret Atwood's dystopian novel "The Handmaid's Tale," what is the name of the protagonist who serves as a handmaid in the Republic of Gilead?

‍Answer: Offred

a) Ofglen

b) Offred

c) Serena Joy

d) Aunt Lydia

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10. In the novel by J.D. Salinger that follows the journey of a disillusioned teenager in New York City, who is the protagonist?

‍Answer: Holden Caulfield

a) John Gallagher

b) Sally Hayes

c) Holden Caulfield

d) Nick Carraway

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Brands

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1. What brand of soft drink uses polar bears in its holiday advertising campaigns?

Answer: Coca-Cola

a) Pepsi

b) Coca-Cola

c) Dr Pepper

d) Sprite

   

2. Complete the slogan: "Choosy Moms Choose __________"?

Answer: Jif

a) Skippy

b) Tide

c) Jif

d) Smucker's

   

3. What is the name of Uniqlo's line of clothing known for its breathable, moisture-wicking fabric designed for comfort in hot weather?

Answer: Airism

a) Heattech

b) Airism

c) Dry-Fit

d) Coolmax

   

4. Which brand of outdoor apparel sports the slogan "Never Stop Exploring"?

Answer: The “Never Stop Exploring” slogan is from The North Face.

a) Columbia

b) Patagonia

c) The North Face

d) REI

   

5. The original 3 Musketeers bar consisted of three separate candies with different flavors. They were vanilla, chocolate, and?

Answer: Strawberry

a) Caramel

b) Strawberry

c) Mint

d) Peanut butter

   

6. What was the first name of the son of Louis Vuitton who succeeded the business after he died in 1892?

Answer: Georges

a) Jean

b) Georges

c) Pierre

d) Henri

   

7. What brand of luxury pens is known for its "Meisterstück" collection?

Answer: Montblanc

a) Parker

b) Waterman

c) Montblanc

d) Cross

   

8. What name did the company originally known as Finnish Rubber Works take on in 1871, eventually becoming a leader in telecommunications?

Answer: Nokia

a) Alcatel

b) Nokia

c) Ericsson

d) Motorola

   

9. Which brand of outdoor equipment is known for its "Chameleon" and "Tempest" backpacks?

Answer: Osprey

a) REI

b) Osprey

c) Patagonia

d) Columbia

   

10. In what year was the famous fast-food chain McDonald's founded?

Answer: 1940

a) 1935

b) 1940

c) 1950

d) 1955

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Rock & Roll

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1. In the song "Stairway to Heaven," what mystical object is mentioned that is said to be bought with a "bustle in your hedgerow"?

‍Answer: Maypole

a) Maypole

b) Crystal Ball

c) Magic Wand

d) Enchanted Mirror

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2. In the song "Born to Run" by Bruce Springsteen, what is the name of the main character's partner who says "I wanna die with you, Wendy, on the street tonight"?

‍Answer: Wendy

a) Mary

b) Jenny

c) Wendy

d) Sarah

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3. What is the real name of the guitarist known as Slash, famous for his work with Guns N' Roses?

‍Answer: Saul Hudson

a) Saul Hudson

b) Angus Young

c) David Howell Evans

d) Steve Hackett

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4. Which iconic musician is better known by the stage name "Meat Loaf"?

‍Answer: Michael Lee Aday

a) David Coverdale

b) Michael Lee Aday

c) Bruce Dickinson

d) Paul Rodgers

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5. In what year did Jimi Hendrix pass away at the age of 27?

‍Answer: 1970

a) 1967

b) 1969

c) 1970

d) 1971

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6. Which legendary guitarist, known for his work with the bands Cream and The Yardbirds, was famously referred to as the "Godfather of Rock Guitar"?

‍Answer: Eric Clapton

a) Eric Clapton

b) Jimmy Page

c) Jimi Hendrix

d) Jeff Beck

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7. In which year did The Beatles release their iconic album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band"?

‍Answer: 1967

a) 1965

b) 1966

c) 1967

d) 1968

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8. Who was the lead vocalist of the band Led Zeppelin, known for his powerful voice and charismatic stage presence?

‍Answer: Robert Plant

a) Robert Plant

b) Freddie Mercury

c) Mick Jagger

d) Roger Daltrey

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9. What is the title of the debut studio album by the American rock band Nirvana, released in 1989?

‍Answer: "Bleach

a) Bleach

b) Nevermind

c) In Utero

d) Rarities

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10. What is the name of the lead guitarist of the band Queen, known for his unique playing style and flamboyant stage persona?

‍Answer: Brian May

a) Brian May

b) Eddie Van Halen

c) Jimmy Page

d) Ritchie Blackmore

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Star Wars

   

1. What is the name of the Wookiee homeworld?

Answer: The Wookiee homeworld is called Kashyyyk.

a) Endor

b) Tatooine

c) Kashyyyk

d) Naboo

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2. Who was the Chancellor of the Galactic Republic before becoming Emperor?

Answer: Sheev Palpatine was the Chancellor of the Galactic Republic before becoming Emperor.

a) Bail Organa

b) Sheev Palpatine

c) Mon Mothma

d) Wilhuff Tarkin

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3. Which Sith Lord was Darth Sidious' master?

Answer: Darth Plagueis

a) Darth Bane

b) Darth Nihilus

c) Darth Plagueis

d) Darth Revan

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4. What was the original name of the Sith homeworld before it was renamed Moraband?

Answer: Korriban

a) Korriban

b) Malachor

c) Dathomir

d) Mustafar

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5. Who was the Jedi Master who ordered the creation of the clone army?

Answer: Jedi Master Sifo-Dyas

a) Count Dooku

b) Darth Maul

c) Sifo-Dyas

d) Mace Windu

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6. What species is Admiral Ackbar?

Answer: Mon Calamari

a) Twi'lek

b) Mon Calamari

c) Rodian

d) Bothan

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7. As the leader of an army in the Clone Wars, what army did General Grievous command while invading worlds and battling Jedi?

Answer: Droid Army

a) Clone Army

b) Rebel Army

c) Sith Army

d) Droid Army

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8. What was the name of the podrace that Anakin Skywalker participated in during The Phantom Menace?

Answer: The Boonta Eve Classic

a) The Boonta Eve Classic

b) The Podracer 500

c) The Phantom Racer

d) The Skywalker Special

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9. In "Return of the Jedi," what type of creature is Jabba the Hutt's pet, Pateesa?

Answer: Rancor

a) Wampa

b) Rancor

c) Tauntaun

d) Monkey-Lizard

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10. What is the name of the Mandalorian armor that Boba Fett wears?

Answer: Beskar armor.

a) Durasteel armor

b) Cortosis armor

c) Beskar armor

d) Duraplast armor

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Superheroes

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1. Who was the Kryptonian military leader responsible for the destruction of Krypton in 1986?

‍Answer: General Zod

a) General Zor-El

b) General Jor-El

c) General Ursa

d) General Zod

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2. Which villain from the Marvel Universe wiped out nearly all of the Eternals of Titan race?

‍Answer: Thanos

a) Thanos

b) Drax the Destroyer

c) Adam Warlock

d) Starfox

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3. What is the name of the cosmic entity that grants the Silver Surfer his powers and serves as the devourer of worlds?

‍Answer: Galactus

a) Ego the Living Planet

b) Galactus

c) The Watcher

d) The Beyonder

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4. Which Marvel character wields the Eye of Agamotto, a mystical artifact that grants him sorcery powers?

‍Answer: Doctor Strange

a) Loki

b) Doctor Strange

c) Wong

d) Doctor Doom

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5. What is the name of the alternate universe where Miles Morales, the Ultimate Spider-Man, currently resides?

‍Answer: Earth-616

a) Earth-616

b) Earth-1610

c) Earth-1999

d) Earth-3000

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6. What is the name of the interdimensional prison that houses many of the Marvel universe's most dangerous criminals?

‍Answer: The Raft

a) The Negative Zone

b) The Phantom Zone

c) The Raft

d) The Cube

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7. Which cosmic entity is responsible for balancing the multiverse in Marvel Comics?

‍Answer: The Living Tribunal

a) The Watchers

b) The Celestials

c) The Living Tribunal

d) The Beyonder

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8. In the DC Comics universe, which of The Seven Forces of the Universe grants Alpheus and Mobius their power?

‍Answer: Dimensional Superstructure

a) Life Force

b) Dimensional Superstructure

c) Sphere of the Gods

d) Emotional Electromagnetic Spectrum

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9. To what race does Darkseid, one of Superman's enemies, belong?

‍Answer: The New Gods

a) The New Gods

b) The Dominators

c) The Reach

d) The Thanagarians

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10. What is the name of the substance that can nullify a Green Lantern's power ring?

‍Answer: Yellow Power Ring

a) Yellow Power Ring

b) Parallax

c) Anti-Lantern

d) Sinestro Protocol

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Super Villains

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1. What is the real name of the supervillain known as The Joker, Batman's arch-nemesis?

Answer: Jack White

a) Kirk Langstrom

b) Oswald Cobblepot

c) Edward Nygma

d) Jack White

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2. In the "Star Wars" saga, who is the Sith Lord, ruling with an iron fist and seeking to eradicate the Jedi Order?

Answer: Darth Sidious (Either Darth Sidious or Emperor Palpatine are acceptable answers)

a) Darth Vader

b) Darth Sidious

c) Darth Maul

d) Count Dooku

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3. What government does villain Dominic Greene intend to influence in "Quantum of Solace"?

Answer: Bolivia

a) Belarus

b) Ecuador

c) Bolivia

d) Kyrgyzstan

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4. In Marvel Comics, who is the powerful mutant telepath who often serves as the primary adversary of the X-Men?

Answer: Magneto

a) Mystique

b) Apocalypse

c) Magneto

d) Juggernaut

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5. Which supervillain, created by Frank Miller, is a highly skilled assassin and the arch-nemesis of the vigilante known as Daredevil?

Answer: Bullseye

a) Bullseye

b) Elektra

c) The Punisher

d) Kingpin

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6. What is the villainous alter ego of Norman Osborn, a wealthy industrialist and Spider-Man's archenemy in Marvel Comics?

Answer: Green Goblin

a) The Riddler

b) Venom

c) Green Goblin

d) Doctor Octopus

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7. Name the iconic villainess from the "Wonder Woman" comics who can best be described as a “wicked sorceress”.

Answer: Circe

a) Circe

b) Cheetah

c) Poison Ivy

d) Giganta

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8. What is the name of Saruman's stronghold, where he plots against the forces of good?

Answer: Isengard

a) Minis Tirith

b) Isengard

c) Helm's Deep

d) Mordor

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9. What is Elliot Carver's ultimate goal in engineering conflicts in "Tomorrow Never Dies"?

Answer: To manipulate global news coverage to increase his media empire's influence and profits

a) To destabilize governments and gain power.

b) To gain control over the world's energy resources.

c) To seek revenge for his own government's betrayal.

d) To increase his media empire's influence and profits.

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10. In "Die Hard," which building becomes the site of Hans Gruber's hostage situation?

Answer: Nakatomi Plaza

a) Nakamoto Plaza

b) Nakatomi Plaza

c) Nakamura Tower

d) Nakashima Tower

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Toys

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1. In the Transformers toy line, what is the name of the first and original leader of the Decepticons?

Answer: The Fallen

a) Megatron

b) The Fallen

c) Starscream

d) Shockwave

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2. Which plush toy gained fame as an interactive electronic pet that required feeding and care?

Answer: Tamagotchi

a) Furby

b) Tamagotchi

c) Cabbage Patch Kids

d) Beanie Babies

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3. What is the name of Barbie's youngest sister, who was sold as part of a set with Barbie and Ken from 1998 to 2001?

Answer: Krissy

a) Kasey

b) Kelly

c) Stacie

d) Krissy

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4. What iconic toy, first introduced in 1968, allows players to connect pegs in a grid to create artistic designs?

Answer: Lite-Brite

a) Spirograph

b) Lite-Brite

c) Play-Doh

d) Etch A Sketch

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5. The name of the popular toy "LEGO" was created by taking the first two letters of the Danish words LEG GODT. What does this phrase mean?

Answer: “Play well"

a) Build strong

b) Create freely

c) Play well

d) Imagine boldly

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6. What is the name of the spinning top toy from Japan that's used in competitive battles?

Answer: Beyblade

a) Beyblade

b) Bakugan

c) Pog

d) Katsui

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7. What was the original name of the Rubik's Cube when it was first introduced in 1974?

Answer: Magic Cube

a) Puzzle Cube

b) Magic Cube

c) Color Cube

d) Wonder Cube

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8. In which year was the iconic toy Slinky first introduced?

Answer: 1935

a) 1935

b) 1950

c) 1962

d) 1978

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9. Which company developed and released the classic arcade game "Space Invaders" in 1978?

Answer: Taito

a) Atari

b) Namco

c) Taito

d) Sega

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10. What is the name of the influential model kit franchise created by Sunrise, which features giant robots known as Mobile Suits?

Answer: Gundam

a) Mazinger Z

b) Macross

c) Gundam

d) Code Geass

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TV Series

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1. In "Game of Thrones," who is known as the "Mother of Dragons"?

Answer: Daenerys Targaryen

a) Cersei Lannister

b) Sansa Stark

c) Arya Stark

d) Daenerys Targaryen

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2. In "The Wire," what is the nickname of the drug kingpin who controls the Baltimore drug trade?

Answer: Stringer Bell

a) Avon Barksdale

b) Marlo Stanfield

c) Stringer Bell

d) Omar Little

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3. In "Friends," what is the name of Ross Geller's second wife?

Answer: Emily Waltham

a) Carol Willick

b) Rachel Green

c) Emily Waltham

d) Susan Bunch

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4. In "The Office" (US), what is the name of Michael Scott's former boss who appears in the series?

Answer: Ed Truck

a) David Wallace

b) Jan Levinson

c) Charles Miner

d) Ed Truck

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5. In "Stranger Things," what is Eleven's real name?

Answer: Jane Ives

a) Jane Hopper

b) Jane Byers

c) Jane Wheeler

d) Jane Ives

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6. What is the name of the fictional town where "The Walking Dead" primarily takes place?

Answer: Alexandria

a) Woodbury

b) Alexandria

c) Hilltop

d) Terminus

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7. Which TV series follows the lives of the Pearson family, jumping between different time periods?

Answer: This Is Us

a) Parenthood

b) Modern Family

c) This Is Us

d) The Goldbergs

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8. In "Sherlock," what is the address of Sherlock Holmes' apartment?

Answer: 221B Baker Street

a) 221A Baker Street

b) 221B Baker Street

c) 222C Baker Street

d) 223C Baker Street

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9. What is the name of the character played by Bryan Cranston in "Malcolm in the Middle"?

Answer: Hal

a) Walter White

b) Hal

c) Tim

d) Dave

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10. What is the name of the fictional high school where "Glee" takes place?

Answer: William McKinley High School

a) West Beverly High School

b) William McKinley High School

c) Dillon High School

d) Liberty High School

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Video Games

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1. What is the best-selling video game of all time?

Answer: Tetris

a) Tetris

b) Minecraft

c) Grand Theft Auto V

d) Wii Sports

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2. Which video game introduced the concept of "bullet time," allowing players to slow down time during combat?

Answer: Max Payne

a) Half-Life

b) Max Payne

c) Call of Duty

d) Doom

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3. Which video game series features a protagonist named Kratos who seeks revenge against the gods of Olympus?

Answer: God of War

a) Assassin's Creed

b) God of War

c) Devil May Cry

d) Metal Gear Solid

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4. In the game "Final Fantasy VII," what is the name of the main antagonist who seeks to destroy the planet?

Answer: Sephiroth

a) Kefka

b) Golbez

c) Sephiroth

d) Kuja

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5. In the game "Metal Gear Solid," what is the real name of the protagonist known as Solid Snake?

Answer: David

a) Jack

b) David

c) Frank

d) Roy

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6. In the game "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim," what is the name of the dragon that players encounter at the beginning of the game?

Answer: Alduin

a) Paarthurnax

b) Odahviing

c) Alduin

d) Durnehviir

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7. Which video game series features a character named Nathan Hale battling an alien invasion?

Answer: Resistance

a) Killzone

b) Gears of War

c) Halo

d) Resistance

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8. Which game series debuted on the PlayStation 2 and follows the adventures of a young boy named Sora?

Answer: Kingdom Hearts

a) Final Fantasy

b) Kingdom Hearts

c) Devil May Cry

d) Jak and Daxter

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9. What was the best-selling game for the NES (Nintendo Entertainment System)?

Answer: Super Mario Bros.

a) The Legend of Zelda

b) Duck Hunt

c) Super Mario Bros.

d) Tetris

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10. What is the name of the first video game ever created?

Answer: Pong

a) Spacewar!

b) Pong

c) Tennis for Two

d) Asteroids

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11. How many dots are in each level of the video game Pac-Man?

Answer: 240

a) 150

b) 180

c) 210

d) 240

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12. Who is the primary villain of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series?

Answer: Dr. Eggman

a) Dr. Wily

b) Dr. Eggman

c) Bowser

d) Ridley

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13. What best-selling computer game spawned the sequel Riven in 1997?

Answer: Myst

a) The Sims

b) Myst

c) Doom

d) Diablo

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14. What color is Clyde, a ghost in the Pac-Man video game?

Answer: Orange

a) Pink

b) Blue

c) Red

d) Orange

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15. What was the name of the IBM computer that beat world chess champion Garry Kasparov in 1997?

Answer: Deep Blue

a) Deep Blue

b) HAL 9000

c) Watson

d) AlphaGo

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16. What hit video game did SEGA introduce in 1991 to show off the blazing speed of the Genesis?

Answer: Sonic the Hedgehog

a) Super Mario Bros.

b) Street Fighter II

c) Sonic the Hedgehog

d) Mortal Kombat

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17. What is the subtitle of the video game StarCraft II?

Answer: Wings of Liberty

a) Heart of the Swarm

b) Legacy of the Void

c) The Burning Crusade

d) Wings of Liberty

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