2024 - BIG Quiz of the Year

Question 1

In May, runners gathered for an annual marathon at which iconic landmark?

Accepted Answer

Great Wall of China

Question 2

Which event is observed on December 10th to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration by the United Nations?

Accepted Answer

International Human Rights Day

Question 3

In March, which movie took home the award of 'Best Picture' at the Oscars?

Accepted Answer

Oppenheimer

Question 4

In April 2024, NATO marked its 75th anniversary. But what is the full meaning of the acronym NATO?

Accepted Answer

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Question 5

In September, _________ became the first country where electric cars outnumber petrol vehicles.

Accepted Answer

Norway

Question 6

Which new sport was added to the Summer Games in July 2024?

Accepted Answer

Breakdancing

Question 7

In November, which European country was severely impacted by excessive rainfall and flooding?

Accepted Answer

Spain

Question 8

In January, Environmental protesters in Paris were arrested for trying to throw soup over which famous artwork?

Accepted Answer

The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci

Question 9

What historic event was commemorated on its 80th anniversary in June 2024?

Accepted Answer

D-Day (Normandy Invasion)

Question 10

Where were the Winter Youth Games held in February 2024?

Accepted Answer

South Korea

Question 11

Which country won the Eurovision song contest held in Malmö, Sweden, in May 2024?

Accepted Answer

Switzerland

Question 12

On April 8, 2024, what significant astronomical event occurred across North America?

Accepted Answer

A total solar eclipse

Question 13

Who won the men's singles title at the Australian Open 2024?

Accepted Answer

Jannik Sinner

Question 14

Which actor performed a stunt by jumping from the roof during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Summer Games?

Accepted Answer

Tom Cruise

Question 15

In August, which British band announced a reunion tour of Britain and Ireland, 16 years after their acrimonious split?

Accepted Answer

Oasis

Question 16

Nihon Hidankyo won the Nobel Peace Prize in October 2024, but for what cause was it awarded?

Accepted Answer

Advocating for atomic bomb survivors and nuclear disarmament

Question 17

Which dog won the 'Best in Show' title at Crufts in March 2024?

Accepted Answer

Viking the Australian Shepherd

Question 18

Which team won the ultimate showdown in US football, held on February 11, 2024?

Accepted Answer

Kansas City Chiefs

Question 19

On December 13th, people in the UK and Ireland wear what to raise money for Save the Children?

Accepted Answer

Christmas Jumper / Sweater

Question 20

The spectacular 2024 Summer Games in Paris kicked off in July, but what disrupted the opening ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Rain, rain, and more rain drenched the ceremony!

Question 21

In November 2024, who became the 47th President of the United States of America?

Accepted Answer

Donald Trump

Question 22

Which soccer team won the Champions League Final in June 2024?

Accepted Answer

Real Madrid

Question 23

In October 2024, who was announced as the world's wealthiest female singer with an estimated net worth of $1.6 billion?

Accepted Answer

Taylor Swift

Question 24

At the end of September, which country became the first major economy to shut down its last coal-fired power station?

Accepted Answer

United Kingdom

2024 - BIG Quiz of the Year

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2024 - BIG Quiz of the Year

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