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1 Victorinox is the major brand name of which iconic product?
A Swiss Army Knife. Victorinox was founded by Karl Elsener in 1884 and quickly became known for its high-quality knives. Today, the company produces a wide range of products, including knives, watches, travel gear, and fragrances.
2 Which critical life-saving aviation device does the company Martin-Baker produce?
A Ejector seat. Martin-Baker manufactures ejection seats and other aircrew safety products. For decades, the company has designed and produced these vital systems for a wide range of military and civilian aircraft.
3 Which car manufacturer’s badge and logo depicts a prancing black horse on a yellow background?
A Ferrari. Enzo Ferrari adopted this iconic symbol to honour World War I fighter pilot Francesco Baracca, who had painted a similar horse on his aircraft. The “Prancing Horse” also represents a traditional omen of good luck.
4 How many imperial gallons are in an English barrel of beer?
A 36 imperial gallons (43 US gal; 164 L).
5 Which unit of thermal resistance is used to measure the thickness of duvets?
A Tog. The Shirley Institute in Manchester created the Tog rating scale in the 1940s to measure the thermal resistance of a material across a specific area (usually a square metre). This scale provides an easy-to-follow guide that shows exactly how well a fabric insulates.
6 What was the currency of Greece before it adopted the Euro?
A The drachma (Greek: δραχμή [ðraxˈmi]) was the official currency of modern Greece from 1832 until the launch of the euro in 2001.
7 India is the most populous country in the British Commonwealth. Which country has the 2nd largest population in the Commonwealth?
A Pakistan – followed by Nigeria and then Bangladesh.
8 What is the symbol of the British Standards Institution (BSI)?
A Kitemark. The British Standards Institution (BSI) first issued the Kitemark in 1903. Today, this iconic symbol signals superior quality and safety to consumers worldwide.
9 After Brazil, which is the largest coffee-producing country in the world?
A Vietnam, a major producer of Robusta coffee beans, exports over 1.5 million metric tons annually.
10 Which animal rights organisation is better known by the acronym PETA?
A People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals – it is the largest animal rights organisation in the world.