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  • 1. 

    Which British Formula 3 driver never won a championship?

    • A.

      Mika Hakkinen

    • B.

      Oliver Gavin

    • C.

      Damon Hill

    • D.

      Ralph Firman

    Correct Answer
    C. Damon Hill
    Explanation
    Damon Hill is the correct answer because although he had a successful racing career, including winning the Formula One World Championship in 1996, he never won a championship in British Formula 3. This means that while he achieved great success in other racing categories, he was not able to secure a championship victory specifically in British Formula 3.

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  • 2. 

    Which British Formula 3 champ won Formula 1 races the same year?

    • A.

      James Hunt

    • B.

      Chico Serra

    • C.

      Nigel Mansell

    • D.

      Nelson Piquet

    Correct Answer
    D. Nelson Piquet
    Explanation
    Nelson Piquet is the correct answer because he won both the British Formula 3 championship and Formula 1 races in the same year. This achievement showcases his talent and skill as a driver, demonstrating his ability to succeed in different racing categories.

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  • 3. 

    Harry Stiller won British Formula 3 championships in what years?

    • A.

      1970 And 1971

    • B.

      1973 And 1974

    • C.

      1971 And 1972

    • D.

      1966 And 1967

    Correct Answer
    D. 1966 And 1967
  • 4. 

    Who lost the British Formula 3 title to Ayrton Senna in 1983?

    • A.

      Martin Brundle

    • B.

      Johnny Dumfries

    • C.

      Damon Hill

    • D.

      Jonathan Palmer

    Correct Answer
    A. Martin Brundle
    Explanation
    In 1983, Ayrton Senna won the British Formula 3 title. The question asks who lost the title to him, and the correct answer is Martin Brundle. This implies that Brundle was one of the competitors in the championship that year, but Senna emerged as the victor.

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  • 5. 

    Who won the British Formula 3 championship in 2004?

    • A.

      Takuma Sato

    • B.

      Robbie Kerr

    • C.

      Nelson Piquet

    • D.

      Alan Van Der Merwe

    Correct Answer
    C. Nelson Piquet
    Explanation
    Nelson Piquet won the British Formula 3 championship in 2004.

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  • 6. 

    Which British Formula 3 winner was also a CART world champion?

    • A.

      Mika Hakkinen

    • B.

      Gil De Ferran

    • C.

      Kelvin Burt

    • D.

      Emmerson Fittipaldi

    Correct Answer
    B. Gil De Ferran
    Explanation
    Gil De Ferran is the correct answer because he is the only option who fits the criteria of being a British Formula 3 winner and a CART world champion. Mika Hakkinen is a Finnish driver and not a British Formula 3 winner. Kelvin Burt is a British driver but he has not won the CART world championship. Emmerson Fittipaldi is a Brazilian driver and also not a British Formula 3 winner. Therefore, Gil De Ferran is the only option that satisfies both conditions.

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  • 7. 

    Formula 3 cars must have engines with how many cylinders?

    • A.

      4

    • B.

      8

    • C.

      6

    • D.

      12

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    Formula 3 cars must have engines with 4 cylinders. This is because Formula 3 is a racing category that follows specific regulations set by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). According to these regulations, Formula 3 cars must use a 4-cylinder engine, which helps to maintain a balance between performance and cost-effectiveness. This engine configuration ensures that the cars have sufficient power and acceleration while keeping the overall costs of the engines and maintenance reasonable for teams and participants.

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  • 8. 

    What is the maximum width of a British Formula 3 car?

    • A.

      1930 MM

    • B.

      1850 MM

    • C.

      1760 MM

    • D.

      2230 MM

    Correct Answer
    B. 1850 MM
    Explanation
    The maximum width of a British Formula 3 car is 1850 MM.

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  • 9. 

    What is forbidden in British Formula 3 racing?

    • A.

      Two-Wheel Drive

    • B.

      Traction Control

    • C.

      Ferrous Brakes

    • D.

      Cruise Control

    Correct Answer
    B. Traction Control
    Explanation
    Traction control is forbidden in British Formula 3 racing. Traction control is a system that helps improve a vehicle's grip on the road by automatically adjusting the power delivery to the wheels. However, in racing, it is important to test the driver's skill and control of the car, so traction control is not allowed. This ensures that the race is fair and that the outcome is determined by the driver's abilities rather than assisted technology.

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  • 10. 

    Which German Touring Car driver went on to Formula One in 2005?

    • A.

      Klaus Ludwig

    • B.

      Bernd Schneider

    • C.

      Christijan Albers

    • D.

      Laurent Aiello

    Correct Answer
    C. Christijan Albers
    Explanation
    Christijan Albers went on to Formula One in 2005.

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  • 11. 

    Which German Touringcar driver is a former Formula One champion?

    • A.

      Mika Hakkinen

    • B.

      Mattias Ekstrom

    • C.

      Gary Paffett

    • D.

      Volker Strycek

    Correct Answer
    C. Gary Paffett
    Explanation
    Gary Paffett is the correct answer because he is a German Touringcar driver and a former Formula One champion.

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  • 12. 

    Which German Touring Car driver was not already well known in Formula 1?

    • A.

      Jean Alesi

    • B.

      Bernd Schneider

    • C.

      Gary Paffett

    • D.

      Mika Hakkinen

    Correct Answer
    C. Gary Paffett
    Explanation
    Among the given options, Gary Paffett is the only German Touring Car driver who was not already well known in Formula 1. Jean Alesi, Mika Hakkinen, and Bernd Schneider were all Formula 1 drivers who had achieved fame and recognition in the sport before their involvement in German Touring Car racing.

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  • 13. 

    Who won the 2006 Hungarian Formula 1 Grand Prix?

    • A.

      David Coulthard

    • B.

      Jenson Button

    • C.

      Rubens Barrichello

    • D.

      Pedro de la Rosa

    Correct Answer
    B. Jenson Button
    Explanation
    Jenson Button won the 2006 Hungarian Formula 1 Grand Prix.

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  • 14. 

    Who won the 2006 Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix?

    • A.

      David Coulthard

    • B.

      Juan Pablo Montoya

    • C.

      Fernando Alonso

    • D.

      Michael Schumacher

    Correct Answer
    C. Fernando Alonso
    Explanation
    Fernando Alonso won the 2006 Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix.

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  • 15. 

    Who won the 2006 Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Kimi Raikkonen

    • B.

      Jason Button

    • C.

      Fernando Alonso

    • D.

      Michael Schumacher

    Correct Answer
    C. Fernando Alonso
    Explanation
    In 2006, Fernando Alonso won the Bahrain Grand Prix in Formula 1. He was a skilled and successful driver during that time, and his performance in this race allowed him to secure the victory. Kimi Raikkonen, Jason Button, and Michael Schumacher were also notable drivers in Formula 1, but they did not win the 2006 Bahrain Grand Prix.

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  • 16. 

    Who won the 2005 Formula 1 French Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Kimi Raikkonen

    • B.

      Jacques Villeneuve

    • C.

      Michael Schumacher

    • D.

      Fernando Alonso

    Correct Answer
    D. Fernando Alonso
    Explanation
    In 2005, Fernando Alonso won the Formula 1 French Grand Prix. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.

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  • 17. 

    Formula 1 driver Jarno Trulli drove for what race team in 2005?

    • A.

      Ferrari

    • B.

      Toyota

    • C.

      Renault

    • D.

      Sauber-Petronas

    Correct Answer
    B. Toyota
    Explanation
    In 2005, Jarno Trulli drove for the race team Toyota.

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  • 18. 

    How many cars started the 2005 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix?

    • A.

      18

    • B.

      14

    • C.

      22

    • D.

      6

    Correct Answer
    D. 6
    Explanation
    In the 2005 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, only 6 cars started the race.

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  • 19. 

    What was the last race of the 2005 Formula 1 season?

    • A.

      Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

    • B.

      Italian F1 Grand Prix

    • C.

      Japanese F1 Grand Prix

    • D.

      Chinese F1 Grand Prix

    Correct Answer
    D. Chinese F1 Grand Prix
    Explanation
    The last race of the 2005 Formula 1 season was the Chinese F1 Grand Prix.

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  • 20. 

    Who won the 2005 Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Kimi Raikkonen

    • B.

      Jarno Trulli

    • C.

      Fernando Alonso

    • D.

      Michael Scumacher

    Correct Answer
    A. Kimi Raikkonen
    Explanation
    In 2005, Kimi Raikkonen won the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix.

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  • 21. 

    In what position did Michael Schumacher finish in the 2005 F1 world championship?

    • A.

      1

    • B.

      3

    • C.

      2

    • D.

      5

    Correct Answer
    B. 3
    Explanation
    Michael Schumacher finished in the 3rd position in the 2005 F1 world championship.

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  • 22. 

    How many Formula 1 championship races did Michael Schumacher win in 2005?

    • A.

      One

    • B.

      Six

    • C.

      Zero

    • D.

      Four

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    Michael Schumacher won only one Formula 1 championship race in 2005.

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  • 23. 

    Which team racked up the most Grand Prix victories in the 2005 Formula 1 season?

    • A.

      BMW

    • B.

      Renault

    • C.

      McLaren-Mercedes

    • D.

      Ferrari

    Correct Answer
    C. McLaren-Mercedes
    Explanation
    McLaren-Mercedes is the correct answer because they achieved the most Grand Prix victories in the 2005 Formula 1 season.

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  • 24. 

    Who won the 2005 Formula 1 British Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Fernando Alonso

    • B.

      Michael Schumacher

    • C.

      Juan Pablo Montoya

    • D.

      Kimi Raikkonen

    Correct Answer
    C. Juan Pablo Montoya
    Explanation
    Juan Pablo Montoya won the 2005 Formula 1 British Grand Prix.

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  • 25. 

    Where was held the 2004 European Formula 1 Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Nurburgring, Germany

    • B.

      Barcelona, Spain

    • C.

      Hockenheim, Germany

    • D.

      Imola, Italy

    Correct Answer
    A. Nurburgring, Germany
    Explanation
    The 2004 European Formula 1 Grand Prix was held at the Nurburgring in Germany.

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  • 26. 

    Who won the 2004 Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Kimi Raikkonen

    • B.

      David Coulthard

    • C.

      Michael Schumacher

    • D.

      Rubens Barrichello

    Correct Answer
    A. Kimi Raikkonen
    Explanation
    Kimi Raikkonen won the 2004 Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix.

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  • 27. 

    Who won the 2004 Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Michael Schumacher

    • B.

      Rubens Barrichello

    • C.

      David Coulthard

    • D.

      Jason Button

    Correct Answer
    B. Rubens Barrichello
    Explanation
    Rubens Barrichello won the 2004 Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix.

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  • 28. 

    What was the last race of the Formula 1 Racing in 2004?

    • A.

      Brazilian Grand Prix

    • B.

      Chinese Grand Prix

    • C.

      Italian Grand Prix

    • D.

      Japanese Grand Prix

    Correct Answer
    A. Brazilian Grand Prix
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Brazilian Grand Prix. In 2004, the Brazilian Grand Prix was the final race of the Formula 1 Racing season. This race took place on October 24th at the Autódromo José Carlos Pace in São Paulo, Brazil. It was won by Juan Pablo Montoya driving for the Williams team. The Brazilian Grand Prix has been a regular fixture on the Formula 1 calendar since 1973.

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  • 29. 

    Who won the 2004 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix?

    • A.

      Rubens Barrichello

    • B.

      Jason Button

    • C.

      Giancarlo Fisichella

    • D.

      Michael Schumacher

    Correct Answer
    D. Michael Schumacher
    Explanation
    Michael Schumacher won the 2004 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix.

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  • 30. 

    Who was the F1 Super Aguri team's official third driver in 2006?

    • A.

      Sakon Yamamoto

    • B.

      Takuma Sato

    • C.

      Yuji Ide

    • D.

      Franck Montagny

    Correct Answer
    A. Sakon Yamamoto
    Explanation
    Sakon Yamamoto was the official third driver for the F1 Super Aguri team in 2006.

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  • 31. 

    How many victories did Mario Andretti have as a Formula One driver before his retirement in 1994?

    • A.

      89

    • B.

      27

    • C.

      12

    • D.

      111

    Correct Answer
    C. 12
    Explanation
    Mario Andretti had 12 victories as a Formula One driver before his retirement in 1994.

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  • 32. 

    Who finished the 2011 FIA Formula One World Championship in 6th place?

    • A.

      Felipe Massa

    • B.

      Sebastien Buemi

    • C.

      Nick Heidfeld

    • D.

      Jenson Button

    Correct Answer
    A. Felipe Massa
    Explanation
    Felipe Massa finished the 2011 FIA Formula One World Championship in 6th place.

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  • 33. 

    Who finished the 2011 FIA Formula One World Championship in 9th place?

    • A.

      Nick Heidfeld

    • B.

      Adrian Sutil

    • C.

      Pedro de la Rosa

    • D.

      Jaime Alguersuari

    Correct Answer
    B. Adrian Sutil
    Explanation
    Adrian Sutil finished the 2011 FIA Formula One World Championship in 9th place.

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  • 34. 

    Who finished the 2011 FIA Formula One World Championship 15th?

    • A.

      Sebastien Buemi

    • B.

      Adrian Sutil

    • C.

      Paul di Resta

    • D.

      Nick Heidfeld

    Correct Answer
    A. Sebastien Buemi
    Explanation
    Sebastien Buemi finished the 2011 FIA Formula One World Championship in 15th place.

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  • 35. 

    Which driver racing for Williams-Renault in the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship fished in 15th place?

    • A.

      Jean-Eric Vergne

    • B.

      Lewis Hamilton

    • C.

      Daniel Ricciardo

    • D.

      Pastor Maldonado

    Correct Answer
    D. Pastor Maldonado
    Explanation
    Pastor Maldonado finished in 15th place while racing for Williams-Renault in the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship.

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