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Current Events April 2017

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1
What happened in this photo?
A terrorist drove his car into pedestrians on a bridge.
A celebration of Remembrance Day
A police officer was shot by a terrorist
2
Why was James Broadhurst in the news recently?
He retired from all rugby due to concussion issues
He announced a three year deal with the Blues
He was selected for the British Lions
He was caught trying to buy drugs in Paris
3
What major event happened in Esperance on 18th April 2017?
A dead body was found washed up on shore
There was a shark attack
An annual surfing competition hosted by Billabong
A Whale was washed up on shore
4
Drivers at what age are most likely to have a crash with injuries, according to a new AU study?
20
18
19
17
5
Which country was testing these missiles recently?
North Korea
China
Syria
South Korea
6
What was this event which happened around the country?
Easter Parade
Anzac Day
Labour Day
Waitangi Day
7
What comet, named for observatory in Australia, hurtled past Mars this week?
Comet Hall-Bop
Siding Spring
Comet Lovejoy
Halley's Comet
8
What was commemorated on 26th January?
Labour Day
ANZAC Day
Queen's Birthday
Australia Day
9
This airline was in the news recently because:
It was voted the worst airline in the world.
It crash landed in Thailand
It forcibly removed an elderly passenger off a flight
It was voted the best airline in the world
10
What is the name of the cyclone that hit Australia and then moved onto New Zealand last term?
Cyclone Barbara
Cyclone Debbie
Cyclone Janet
Cyclone Diana