British literature
Who was one of the most renowned English poets and play-writers?
William Shakespeare
Who is the author of The Great Gatsby?
Francis Scott Fitzgerald
Which two completely opposite movies were released in summer 2023?
Barbie, Oppenheimer
Who were the two candidates applying for the role of President of the United States?
Kamala Harris, Donald Trump
What are Japanese characters (writing) called?
Kanji
This novella is an allegory for the Russian Revolution and Communism
Animal Farm
Name 3 authors and at least 1 of their works.
Francis S. Fitzgerald-The great Gatsby, Ernest Hemingway-The old man and the sea, Edgar A. Poe—The black cat, The murders in the Rue Morgue.., Mark Twain-Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, John Steinbeck-Of mice and men, Lucy M. Montgomery-Anne of Green Gables
In “The Matrix” what colour pill does Neo take and what is the outcome of his choice?
Neo takes the red pill, which leads him to learn “the truth“ about reality
Which Italian city has earned the title “Capital of artists“?
Florence
What is Japanese traditional attire called?
Kimono
Who is the author of the philosophical novel, telling a story about an extraordinarily handsome man wanting to remain beautiful forever.
Oscar Wilde
Name a famous novel written by Harper Lee that deals with the issue of racism through the eyes of a child.
To kill a mockingbird
In what year was Titanic released (+/- 1year)
1997
Which explorer is considered the first European to discover North America, almost 500 years before Columbus?
Leif Erikson
What is the highest peak, and also a symbol of Japan?
Mount Fuji
Name the novel written by Mary Shelley that is considered to be one of the earliest sci-fi works.
The Frankenstein
What is the name and who is the author of the poem that is known for ending its stanzas with the words “Nevermore”?
The Raven, Edgar Allan Poe
Name at least 3 Oscar-winning movies
The dune, Forrest Gump, Amadeus, The godfather, Titanic, Gladiator, Interstellar…
Which monarch, known as the “Sun King“, reigned France for 72years and built the Palace of Versailles?
Luis XIV
How do you call Japanese art of paper folding, later spread throughout Europe?
Origami
What is the name and who is the author of the novel featuring the famous line “Please, sir, I want some more.”?
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
What are the names of the four sisters in Louisa May Alcott’s book “Little Women”
Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy March
Who is the current owner of Disney?
Bob Iger
Name the longest European river that flows through Russia and ends at the Caspian Sea?
Volga river
Which of the Japan’s main islands is known for its cool climate, ideal for skiing, and beautiful lavender fields?
Hokkaido