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The Foggiest Notion

Created by Bruyere

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The Foggiest Notion game quiz
"This is a quiz about some reasonably common British terms that sometimes leave other English speakers in the fog. They are taken from newspapers, broadcasts and contemporary books. I'll give the North American equivalent. Good luck!"

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  



1. What is a "boffin" in British usage?
    A scientist, brainiac or researcher (sometimes with nerdish tendencies)
    A can or a tin
    A muffin (somewhat like a scone or a crumpet)
    Cockney rhyming slang for coffin


2. What does "snog" mean in British English?
    A terrible snob
    To beat up someone and take their money, to mug
    London's legendary fog
    To kiss or to pet (as in to make out)


3. In British English the term "pudding", besides referring to the Christmas pudding or plum pudding we've all heard about, also is used in a more general way for something else. What does it mean?
    Fringe benefits or perks
    Dessert in general
    Big trouble
    Proof or evidence


4. If you need to hire a marquee for an event in the U.K., to what are you referring?
    You're renting a theatre marquee to proclaim the happy event like a wedding
    You're renting a large tent or canopied room in which to hold an event
    You're hiring an impoverished aristocrat to valet park cars at an event
    You're hiring a bouncer to check tickets and invitations at the entrance to an event


5. What does the term "en-suite" mean in British English?
    An intimate dinner for two or a "tête à tête"
    Room service(meals)is available
    The room you're in includes its own bathroom and toilet facilities
    "Then", in speech as in French


6. If someone's getting "stroppy" in British English, what are they becoming?

    They are becoming difficult, obstinate, or irritable
    They are getting mushy, smarmy or sentimental on you
    They are getting chubby or stocky
    They are getting very good at sports through training heavily


7. What is a "spin doctor"?

    A sports medicine specialist
    A disc jockey
    A good dancer
    A speech writer/PR person for politicians


8. If you are driving in the British countryside and see a sign saying "no tipping" next to the roadside, what does it mean?
    No dumping
    No trespassing in this field
    No gambling or betting allowed here
    No hitchhiking allowed


9. What does the British term "gormless" mean?

    Stupid, ignorant, without a clue
    Single for a bachelor
    Cowardly
    Unemployed


10. What does a "full stop" refer to in British English?
    A period (punctuation)
    A legal holiday
    A roadside rest stop with full facilities
    A three course dinner


11. What does the term "jab" mean in British English?
    a car
    a part -time job
    a shot (as in inoculation or vaccination)
    to sleep over, a place to sleep (a pad)


12. If someone asks if you're "taking the mickey", what do they mean in British English?
    You're giving someone a drink to knock them out and rip them off
    You're going to Disneyland on a trip.
    You're taking guff, or abuse from someone
    You're pulling his or her leg, putting them on.


13. What is a "duvet" in British English?

    A bolt or screw
    A comforter (the type on which you put a loose cloth cover)
    A screwdriver
    A dove of peace


14. If you're "chuffed" about something in British English, what are you?
    Excited, proud
    Confused or bewildered
    Miffed, irritated or annoyed
    Offended or disgusted


15. What is an "anorak" in British English?
    An explorer
    A mad scientist
    A sort of large coat and by extension the person who wears it, perceived as boring and conventional
    A kitchen shelf


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Compiled Jun 28 12