Diwali Trivia Round 1

This, Not This

100

A large body of saltwater;

NOT to look something

Sea, not see

200

People or things in a straight line;

NOT vehicle pulling another with ropes or chains.

Row, Not Tow

300

A loud, deep cry or sound;

NOT a device used to steer a boat

Roar, Not Oar

400

A pleasant scenic view;

NOT to quote something as reference or evidence

Sight, not Cite

500

To progressively appear smaller or fading away;

NOT a feeble, useless attempt

Wane, not Vain

Mix Flicks

100

Minority Impossible

Tom Cruise

Minority Report

Mission Impossible

200

Hum Dil De Chuke Akbar

Aishwarya Rai

Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam

Jodha Akbar

300

Catch Me If You Django

Leonardo Dicaprio

Catch Me If You Can

Django Unchained

400

Malamaal Apna Apna

Paresh Rawal

Malamaal Weekly

Andaz Apna Apna

500

The Dark Knight Wears Prada

Anne Hathway

The Dark Knight Rises

The Devil Wears Prada

What the Flags

100

This South Asian country’s flag features a dark green field with a red circle slightly off-center, symbolizing the sun rising over the lush landscape and the sacrifices made for independence. 

Bangladesh

200

Known as the “Union Jack,” this flag combines elements of the English, Scottish, and Irish flags. 

United Kingdom

300

This European country’s flag is a simple white cross on a red background, and it inspired many other Nordic flags.

Denmark

400

This African country’s flag features horizontal black, red, and green stripes separated by thin white stripes, with a Maasai shield and two crossed spears in the center, symbolizing unity, freedom, and the defense of its people. 

Kenya

500

This African country’s flag contains a green cedar tree in the center on a white stripe, with red bands above and below. 

Lebanon

Heavens Above

100

This event occurs when the Moon is in between the Sun and the Earth.

Solar Eclipse

200

This planet, known as the “evening star” or “morning star,” has a day longer than its year.

Venus

300

English astronomer Edmond ______ is credited with discovering this celestial visitor when he predicted its return in 1758. Its the only one of its kind that can be seen with a naked eye and returns every 72-80 years.

Halley's Comet

400

This space telescope, launched in 1990, has provided some of the most detailed images of the universe and helped discover thousands of exoplanets.

Hubble Space Telescope

500

This spacecraft, launched in 1977, is the most distant human-made object from Earth and was the first to enter interstellar space.

Voyager 1

Global Palate

100

This Japanese dish consists of vinegared rice, often paired with raw fish, seaweed, and vegetables, and is commonly eaten with soy sauce and wasabi.

Sushi

200

This Italian dish, traditionally made with layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese, is baked in the oven and is known for its rich, layered flavor.

Lasagna

300

This popular Spanish dish, cooked in a wide, shallow pan, combines rice, saffron, seafood, and meats, and is a staple from the Valencia region.

Paella

400

Known as the national dish of Ethiopia, this sour, spongy flatbread is made from teff flour and is used to scoop up stews and curries.

Injera

500

This Peruvian dish, traditionally made by marinating raw fish in citrus juice and spiced with chili peppers, is often garnished with onions, cilantro, and corn.

Ceviche