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One of Europe’s most important historic sites was severely damaged by a fire in April 2019. Which one?
Notre Dame
157 people were killed after an Ethiopian Airlines plane crashed on March 10. What aircraft was involved in the crash and grounded all over the world as a result?
Boeing 737 MAX
What country launched the space probe Chang’e 4 and became the first country to land on the dark side of the moon on 3 January 2019?
China
Green Book was named Best Picture at the Oscars 2019. But which musical film walked away with the most Oscars including Best Actor?
Bohemian Rhapsody
Astronomers announced on April 10 that they had at last captured an image of one of the most mysterious objects in space. Which one?
A black hole
Which European country added the word "North" to its official name bringing an end to a long dispute with its southern neighbour?
Macedonia
In December 9, Russia was banned from all major sporting events for the next four years, including the next Olympics in Tokyo. What is the reason for the ban?
A doping scandal
Duncan Laurence won the Eurovision Song Contest for the Netherlands. But which global celebrity made a guest appearance at the competition in Tel Aviv, receiving mixed reviews?
Madonna
On March 15, a gunman opened fire and killed more than 50 people in Christchurch, New Zealand. Where did the murder take place?
Two mosques
Brazil’s president Jair Bolsonaro was criticized in summer 2019 for turning a blind eye to what environmental problem?
The Amazon fires
The rising tennis star, 15-year old Coco Gauff became an instant sensation after her victory in Wimbledon’s first round. Which Wimbledon champion did she defeat?
Venus Williams
Protesters continued to hold demonstrations and clash with the police throughout 2019 in Hong Kong. When did Hong Kong gain independence from Great Britain?
1997
Speaking at the United Nations on September 23, a teenage climate activist criticized world leaders for failing to protect the environment. What’s her name?
Greta Thunberg
On June 30, President Trump became the first American president to set foot in which Asian country?
North Korea
Lewis Hamilton won his sixth Formula One in 2019 becoming the second most successful Formula One driver in history. Who is the first one with a record seven victories?
Michael Schumacher
One of the oldest travel companies in the world, which was founded in 1841, went bankrupt in 2019 leaving thousands without a return ticket home. What is the company called?
Thomas Cook
In December 2019, 34-year old Sanna Marin became the world’s youngest prime minister. Which country does she lead?
Finland
Canadian author Margaret Atwood won the prestigious Booker Prize for The Testaments in 2019. The book is a sequel to what modern classic?
The Handmaid's Tale