Random Facts
How many continents are there on Earth?
7
What does “tentative” mean in the context of making a decision or plan?
Answer: Uncertain or not fully fixed; subject to change.
True or False: In Canada, it’s illegal to remove a bandage in public.
Answer: True (in some provinces, though rarely enforced)
Complete: “No sooner had I sat down __________ the phone rang
than
What does “SMS” stand for?
Answer: Short Message Service
What is the national animal of Canada?
Beaver
What does “scrutinise” mean?
Answer: To examine something very carefully and in great detail.
In which country is it illegal to wear camouflage clothing unless you’re in the military?
Barbados
Transform the sentence:
“He started working here three years ago.”
→ “He has ______________.”
Answer: He has been working here for three years.
True or False: Nokia was once the world’s largest phone manufacturer.
Answer: True
True or False: Bananas grow on trees.
Answer: False – they grow on large plants, not trees.
What does Imminent mean?
means “likely to happen soon” and often used in formal writing
In which country is it illegal to own only one guinea pig?
Answer: Switzerland (they’re considered social animals)
“Her ______________ in the debate impressed the judges.” (articulate)
Answer: Articulateness
What does 5G stand for in mobile networks?
Answer: 5th Generation
Which planet is the hottest in our solar system?
Venus
What does “alleviate” mean?
Answer: To make something less severe (especially pain or a problem).
Example: The new policy aims to alleviate traffic congestion.
In which country is it illegal to duel with water pistols on New Year’s Day?
Answer: Italy (in some cities)
Transform the sentence:
“People think the minister lied during the interview.”
→ “The minister is ______________ during the interview.”
Answer: The minister is thought to have lied during the interview.
Which country currently has the most smartphone users?
China
Which letter is not included in any U.S. state name?
Q
What does “epitome” mean? Use it in a sentence.
Answer: A perfect example or embodiment of something.
Example: She is the epitome of elegance and grace.
Which U.S. state has a law banning donkeys from sleeping in bathtubs?
Arizona
Transform the sentence:
“They cancelled the match because the weather was terrible.”
→ “The match was ______________________________________________________.”
Answer:
The match was called off due to the terrible weather.
How many active smartphones are used today? (This figure includes multiple devices per person, as many individuals own more than one smartphone). Round to the nearest billion.
As of 2025, there are approximately 7.21 billion smartphones in use globally