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People 117509 is a selection of 10 questions. People 117509 is the filename to differentiate it from other People quizzes. Feel free to use any of these questions and answers for your own quizzes. Just keep in mind that you cannot republish them in any format.
1 In which country was the politician and dictator Adolf Hitler born?
A Austria. He wanted to become an artist. Unfortunately for him and for the rest of the world, he failed the exam to enter art school twice.
2 Who invented the ballpoint pen now in use regularly?
A Laszlo Biro, it was first produced and sold in Argentina in 1944
3 Who in 1922 discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun?
A Howard Carter, with the financial backing of his patron, Lord Carnarvon.
4 Who followed Neil Armstrong to set foot on the lunar surface?
A Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin. Twelve men have walked on the Moon during six Moon landings of the Apollo program between July 1969 and December 1972.
5 Who was the mistress of Lord Nelson?
A Emma, Lady Hamilton. Their affair began in 1799 and lasted until Nelson died in 1805.
6 Who was the first woman fugitive shot to death by FBI officers?
A Bonnie Parker, who, along with Clyde Barrow, was ambushed and killed by law enforcement in Louisiana on May 23, 1934. This event marked the end of their infamous crime spree and the conclusion of a lengthy manhunt.
7 Which Australian outlaw made his last stand at Glenrowan, Victoria, in 1880?
A Ned Kelly. Many people remember Ned Kelly for the distinctive, homemade bulletproof armour he wore during his final shootout. Specifically, his decision to forge a heavy iron suit immortalised him as a defiant figure in Australian folklore.
8 Which medieval London Mayor bequeathed his fortune to form a Charity which continues to assist people in need?
A Richard “Dick” Whittington. His renown probably rests on his adoption in the late 16th century as the hero of a story in which a cat brings fame and fortune to a penniless London apprentice.
9 Which brothel keeper’s story is told in the 1987 film “Personal Services”?
A Cynthia Payne, starring Julie Walters.
10 Which former World-Champion snooker player earned the nickname “The Romford Robot”?
A Steve Davis. fans and teammates bestowed several other nicknames upon him during his career. Specifically, they often called him “The Golden Nugget” or “The Ginger Magician” to highlight his value and technical skill.