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In May, the afro-American man George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis. This lead to massive demonstrations and riots all over the world. What is the name of the movement?
Black Lives Matter
This song has not only established itself on YouTube and Spotify. It has also become very popular on another platform where people perform dances. What is the platform called?
TikTok
In which country was Covid -19 discovered?
China
One of the most awaited films this year was "No Time To Die". The film is the 25th in a series about a famous spy, lately played by Daniel Craige. What is the name of the series?
James Bond
What is the name of this singer?
Justin Biber
This fall, the majority of news, have followed the American Election. After many months and debates, the results picked a new president. What is his name?
Joe Biden
This is the most played song on Spotify in Sweden during this year. What is the name of the song and its singer?
Victor Leksell - Svag
Why is it called covid-19?
It was discovered in 2019.
Disney has recently (this year, December in Sweden) released a new version of one of their famous cartoons. The film depicts a girl pretending to be a boy. However, this version is not a cartoon. What is the name of the film?
Mulan
This song has made a name of itself through different films, for example, Home Alone. Another film that has performed the song is a very famous series of films where a choir of wizards and witches is singing to the students on Christmas. What is the name of the film/ series of films?
Harry Potter
In January, the leader of the Left Wing Party (Vänsterpartiet) in Sweden, announces that he will resign. What is his name?
Jonas Sjöstedt
The second most played song in the world this year is performed by Tones and I. What is the name of the song?
Dance Monkey
Mention the three most important measures (åtgärder) that you can do, according to the Swedish Public Health Authority, to avoid the coronavirus disease.
Keep distance (at least 2 m), clean hands frequently and stay at home if you have any symptoms.
In November, the fourth season of the Crown was released. The series depicts the British royalties and it has been praised all over the world for its acting, directing, and production. What is the name of the main character of the show? (The name of the Queen)
Queen Elisabeth (II)
What is the name of the song and the singer?
Mariah Carey / All I Want for Christmas Is You
In August, there was a massive explosion in a harbour in the capital of one of the Middle East countries. About 200 people died and more than 5000 were injured. What is the name of the capital?
Beirut
This group competed in the Eurovision Song Contest this year for Sweden. What is the name of the group and the song?
The Mamas - Move
In what region in China was the virus first discovered?
Wuhan
A film that has become been awarded three prizes for Oscars this year takes place during a war. Which war is it?
World War I (1917)
What is the name of this famous Christmas carol?
Silent Night (Stilla natt)
Another man that was killed this year, was a teacher in History and Geography. The teacher had, in a class on freedom of expression, showing his students Charlie Hebdo's 2012 cartoons depicting the Islamic prophet Muhammad, which provoked some people. As a result, the teacher was murdered by a young man. In which city did this event take place?
Paris, France
This year, Idol had a female winner. What is her name and what is the name of the song the two competitors sang in the final?
Nadja Holm - Used To Me
Hopefully, in January, Sweden is ready to start vaccinating its first citizens. One of the vaccines that have been produced is done in co-operation with Oxford University and a British/ Swedish company. What is the name of the company?
Astra Zeneca
This South Korean thriller/ comedy was awarded "Best Film" on the Oscar. What is it called?
Parasit
You are going to hear one of the best voices in Sweden who also has played the main character in the "Phantom of The Opera" on Broadway. He is today world known and here he sings O Holy Night. What is his name?
Peter Jöback