Easter quiz 2020

Question 1

Who became the first leader of a major Western nation to contract the coronavirus?

Accepted Answer

Boris Johnson, UK

Question 2

Who is the Director General of the World Health Organisation?

Accepted Answer

Tedros Adhanom

Question 3

When did Titanic sink?

Accepted Answer

15th April 1912

Question 4

Which day during Easter did Jesus have his last supper with his disciples (and really kicking off the "communion" tradit

Accepted Answer

Maundy Thursday

Question 5

What really happened on the Saturday between Good Friday and Easter Sunday?

Accepted Answer

Nothing

Question 6

Best Titanic quote ever!

Accepted Answer

“Until the moment she actually sinks, the Titanic is unsinkable.”, “I saw the first lifeboat lowered. [...] eleven men, two women", "I asked for ice, but this is ridiculous", "Rose.. you're no picnic. Alright, you're a spoiled little brat, even'

Question 7

The Christian Easter tradition, is based on a Jewish festival. What is this Jewish festival about?

Accepted Answer

In remembrance of the Jewish people's exodus from Egypt

Question 8

When was the first registered case of COVID-19 recorded? (world wide)

Accepted Answer

31. December 2019

Question 9

What is the disciple Peter known for in the Easter story?

Accepted Answer

He ran to the empty grave on ressurection morning!, Promised to never deny his master Jesus Christ, Denied three times that he hade any knowledge of Jesus

Question 10

When did scientists locate the wreck of Titanic?

Accepted Answer

1985

Question 11

How does the Corona virus transmit?

Accepted Answer

Via drops and contact

Question 12

From which animal did the MERS virus transmit to humans?

Accepted Answer

Camels

Question 13

In the New Testament Easter story, what happened on Palm Sunday?

Accepted Answer

Jesus rode into Jerusalem

Question 14

The main theme song of the 1997 film "Titanic" has been covered by these artists, but not:

Accepted Answer

Ronan Keating

Question 15

"The Gambler", "Lady" and "Lucille" were hits of an artist that passed away recently?

Accepted Answer

Kenny Rogers

Question 16

Which city has Prince Harry and Meghan recently moved to?

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles

Question 17

Scientists believe another species transmitted the Corona virus to humans. Which species?

Accepted Answer

Snakes

Question 18

Who was awarded the 1995 FIFA Player of the Year award, and is today president of his country?

Accepted Answer

George Weah/Liberia

Question 19

Javier Pérez de Cuéllar died this month. Which international position did have have from 1982-1991

Accepted Answer

UN Secretary General

Question 20

"Corona" means "Crown" in Latin. Why?

Accepted Answer

The virus has a coat where proteins protrude, making the virus look a crown

Question 21

As of Friday 3rd April, Brasil is the only country in the world reporting no COVID-19 cases?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 22

Does chicken soup cure COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 23

NATO got a new member state on the 27th March. Which?

Accepted Answer

North Macedonia

Question 24

When did we (Norway) have an outbreak of the SARS virus?

Accepted Answer

2002-2003

Question 25

Which U.S. official will receive enhanced personal security after becoming the target of online conspiracy theorists?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infect

Question 26

Why did the Titanic have 4 smokestacks, when she only had 3 engines?

Accepted Answer

For aesthetic purposes, To provide ventilation to the engine room

Question 27

Who has NOT sold 100mill albums BOTH as a solo artist AND as a band member?

Accepted Answer

Beyonce/Destiny's Child

Question 28

Which of these capitals start with a "Q" or "U" or "I" or "Z"?

Accepted Answer

Quito, Islamabad, Ulan Bator, Zagreb

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