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1 The “Oyster” is a model of watch by what Swiss watchmakers?
A Rolex – In 1926, Rolex introduced the “Oyster,” the world’s first waterproof and dustproof wristwatch, featuring a hermetically sealed case.
2 What is forever and is a girl’s best friend?
A Diamonds – The diamond company De Beers, which dominates the world market for diamonds, is credited with popularising the phrase through advertising campaigns in the 1930s and 1940s.
3 Name the designer of the ‘little black dress’?
A Coco Chanel (real name Gabrielle Bonheur)
4 What precious metal that’s mined in small quantities is often desired more than gold?
A Platinum.
5 Which former dictator’s wife is said to have amassed a large collection of shoes?
A Imelda Marcos – a 3,000-pair shoe collection.
6 What is the source of the wool used to make a super soft angora garment?
A Angora goats (it’s the belly hair)
7 What mythical warrior king held court at Camelot?
A Arthur
8 What pack of cards called “Arcana” can be used to predict the future?
A Tarot – A traditional tarot deck consists of 78 cards, which can be split into two groups, the Major Arcana and Minor Arcana.
9 What was the name of the first ‘vertical drop’ roller coaster installed at Alton Towers, England?
A Oblivion – opened 14th March 1998
10 What sport does the expression ‘Had a good innings’ derive from?
A Cricket – if one player scores a century – 100 runs – it’s generally seen as being a very good innings.