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1 Which specific sum of money does the slang term “pony” denote in British English?
A £25. The term likely originated when 25-rupee Indian banknotes featured a pony. Consequently, British soldiers who served in India during the 18th and 19th centuries adopted the word and introduced it into English slang.
2 Members of which “religion” believe that an intergalactic dictator named Xenu brought his people to Earth in spaceships 75 million years ago?
A Scientology. According to the “Operating Thetan Level III” (OT III) documents, Xenu (or Xemu) was the ruler of a Galactic Confederacy who brought billions of his people to Earth (then known as Teegeeack) in DC-8-like spacecraft, stacked them around volcanoes, and detonated hydrogen bombs. This event purportedly created “thetans” (alien spirits) that Scientologists believe still cling to humans today.
3 In which city did John Boot open his first store on Goose Gate in 1849?
A Nottingham – Boots is the UK’s leading pharmacy-led health and beauty retailer, with over 2,500 stores in the UK.
4 What official name did the government bestow upon London’s Crossrail project when it finally opened to the public?
A The Elizabeth Line. Authorities renamed Crossrail the Elizabeth line in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. Though the project suffered several delays, the central section finally opened on May 24, 2022, just in time for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
5 Dutch, blind, and Vickrey all identify different methods for conducting what type of competitive sale?
A Auction. Dutch: The price starts high and drops until someone bids. Blind (Sealed-bid): All bidders submit secret bids simultaneously. Vickrey: A sealed-bid auction where the winner pays the price of the second-highest bid, encouraging honest valuations.
6 What Imperial unit for measuring liquid is equal to one quarter of a pint?
A A Gill – A gill is defined as 5 Imperial fluid ounces.
7 In the game of Bingo, which number is traditionally called “Doctor’s Orders”?
A Nine. Many historians believe this term derives from the slang for a laxative pill that army doctors gave to troops during World War II.
8 What are the subjects of the Miller Price Guides?
A Antiques and collectables. They also offer valuable insights into valuation, including why certain pieces are more valuable than others and how to determine an item’s worth.
9 On March 29th 2017, the UK invoked Article 50 of which European Union Treaty?
A Lisbon – Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty is the legal process for leaving the EU.
10 Which aircraft carrier is the largest warship built for the Royal Navy when it launched in 2017?
A HMS Queen Elizabeth – considered the largest warship ever built for the Royal Navy