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1.

What is the most sang song in the world?
- A.
  
  Twinkle twinkle little star
- B.
  
  Happy Birthday
- C.
  
  Mary Had A Little Lamb
Correct Answer
B. Happy Birthday

Explanation
"Happy Birthday" is the most sang song in the world because it is a traditional song that is commonly sung to celebrate someone's birthday. It is a simple and catchy tune that is easy to remember and sing along to. Additionally, birthdays are universally celebrated, making "Happy Birthday" a song that is known and sung by people of all cultures and backgrounds.

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2.

What is northernmost land on earth ?
- A.
  
  Cape Morris Jessup Greenland
- B.
  
  Antarctica
- C.
  
  North pole
Correct Answer
A. Cape Morris Jessup Greenland

Explanation
NOT THE NORTH POLE AS IT IS NOT LAND

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3.

Which country features a maple leaf on their flag
- A.
  
  Germany
- B.
  
  Brazil
- C.
  
  Canada
Correct Answer
C. Canada

Explanation
Canada features a maple leaf on their flag. The maple leaf is a national symbol of Canada and represents the country's natural beauty, cultural identity, and unity. The flag was adopted in 1965 and is known for its simple yet iconic design, with a red field and a white square in the center featuring a red stylized maple leaf. The maple leaf is widely recognized as a symbol of Canada around the world and is often associated with Canadian values such as diversity, peace, and inclusivity.

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Which are the worlds 3 most spoken Languages?
- A.
  
  Manderin ,English ,Hindustani
- B.
  
  Sign language ,english ,japanese
- C.
  
  Chinese ,Spanish , English
Correct Answer
A. Manderin ,English ,Hindustani

Explanation
Mandarin, English, and Hindustani are the three most spoken languages in the world. Mandarin is the most widely spoken language due to its large population in China. English is the second most spoken language as it is widely used as a global lingua franca and is the official language in many countries. Hindustani, which includes Hindi and Urdu, is spoken by a significant population in India and Pakistan, making it one of the most spoken languages in the world.

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5.

What Year Were The Olympic Games First Televised
- A.
  
  1956
- B.
  
  1854
- C.
  
  2098
Correct Answer
A. 1956

Explanation
The correct answer is 1956. This is the year when the Olympic Games were first televised.

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6.

How many years are there in a Millenium?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  100000000
- C.
  
  1000
Correct Answer
C. 1000

Explanation
A millennium is a period of 1000 years. Therefore, the correct answer is 1000.

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7.

How many colours can the human eye detect
- A.
  
  50
- B.
  
  10,000,000
- C.
  
  2063
Correct Answer
B. 10,000,000

Explanation
The human eye can detect approximately 10 million colors. This is due to the presence of specialized cells called cones in the retina, which are responsible for color vision. These cones are sensitive to different wavelengths of light, allowing us to perceive a wide range of colors. While the exact number of colors that can be distinguished may vary from person to person, it is generally accepted that the human eye can perceive millions of different shades and hues.

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Brookes General Knowledge Quiz

What is the most sang song in the world?

What is northernmost land on earth ?

Which country features a maple leaf on their flag

Which are the worlds 3 most spoken Languages?

What Year Were The Olympic Games First Televised

How many years are there in a Millenium?

How many colours can the human eye detect