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Jonno
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Location: Cardiff, Wales
Hobbies:Student of physics - with particular interests in nuclear, particle and quantum physics!
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Registered:Feb 14 05 ( Class 61 ) 619460
Last Seen:Nov 23 09
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Quizzes Authored: 106
Quizzes Played: 8429
Questions Correct: 59,157 / 96,799 (61%)
Crosswords Played: 265
Knockout Points: 64 (goto)
Brains Collected: 1103 (info)
Monster Quizzes Taken: 346 (5190 questions)

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Last Graduation: Aug 25 09
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Crosswords Authored by jonnowales
1. Generally Speaking IIGeneral Medium PuzzleSep 14 09
2. Generally SpeakingGeneral Medium PuzzleSep 13 09
3. Elegant PhysicsSci / Tech Medium PuzzleSep 10 09
4. Ordered Chaos IVGeneral Medium PuzzleJul 08 09
5. Ordered Chaos IIIGeneral Medium PuzzleJul 05 09
6. Food, Glorious Food!Hobbies Medium PuzzleJul 02 09
7. Crossing World Cities!Geography Medium PuzzleJun 28 09
8. Tea Time Teaser IIIGeneral Medium PuzzleJun 03 09
9. Video Games MixtureVideo Games Small PuzzleMay 24 09
10. Tea Time Teaser IIGeneral Medium PuzzleMay 20 09
11. Tea Time TeaserGeneral Medium PuzzleMay 10 09
12. General ScienceSci / Tech Medium PuzzleApr 11 09
13. Crossing CreaturesAnimals Medium PuzzleApr 09 09
14. Ordered Chaos IIGeneral Medium PuzzleApr 08 09
15. Ordered Chaos!General Medium PuzzleApr 04 09
16. Perfect Symmetry IIIGeneral Medium PuzzleApr 02 09
17. Utterly General! - Part VIIGeneral Medium PuzzleMar 31 09
18. Perfect Symmetry IIGeneral Medium PuzzleMar 30 09
19. Crossing BiologySci / Tech Medium PuzzleMar 29 09
20. Perfect SymmetryGeneral Medium PuzzleMar 26 09
21. Utterly General! - Part VIGeneral Medium PuzzleMar 10 09
22. I Don't See 'C'General Medium PuzzleDec 13 08
23. Just General - Part IIGeneral Medium PuzzleNov 18 08
24. Utterly General! - Part VGeneral Medium PuzzleNov 15 08
25. Utterly General! - Part IVGeneral Medium PuzzleNov 13 08
26. Just GeneralGeneral Medium PuzzleNov 11 08
27. Crossing General ScienceSci / Tech Medium PuzzleNov 10 08
28. Utterly General! - Part IIIGeneral Medium PuzzleNov 06 08
29. Utterly General! - Part IIGeneral Medium PuzzleNov 03 08
30. Oh Go On, Just A Quick One!General Small PuzzleNov 02 08
31. Utterly General!General Medium PuzzleNov 01 08
32. Crossing British PoliticsWorld Medium PuzzleOct 29 08
33. Science and Scientists!Sci / Tech Medium PuzzleMay 26 08
34. Physics: ElectronsSci / Tech Medium PuzzleMar 01 08
35. Crossing Rugby Union and TennisSports Medium PuzzleFeb 29 08
36. Human AnatomySci / Tech Medium PuzzleFeb 24 08
37. Famous ComposersMusic Medium PuzzleFeb 23 08
38. 'Doom' for PS1Video Games Small PuzzleFeb 13 08
39. Structural ChemistrySci / Tech Medium PuzzleFeb 09 08
40. Physical GeographyGeography Small PuzzleFeb 04 08
41. Crossing 19th Century Britain!General Small PuzzleJan 23 08
42. Jonno's Celebrity MixtureCelebrities Large PuzzleJan 17 08
43. General Knowledge Kriss KrossGeneral Large PuzzleJan 07 08
44. Chemical ElementsSci / Tech Small PuzzleDec 28 07
45. Crossing Physics and ChemistrySci / Tech Small PuzzleDec 09 07
46. Wonderful Wales!Geography Small PuzzleDec 05 07
47. Biological Bits and BobsSci / Tech Small PuzzleDec 01 07
48. Nazi GermanyHistory Small PuzzleNov 29 07
49. Fascinating FrenchWorld Small PuzzleOct 26 07
50. General Mish Mash CrosswordGeneral Small PuzzleOct 11 07
51. General Mix for Kids!For Children Small PuzzleSep 18 07
52. Ecstatic in EuropeGeography Medium PuzzleSep 16 07
53. Scientific Cruciverbalism!Sci / Tech Small PuzzleSep 03 07

Quizzes Authored by jonnowales
1 Quirky Quantum and Nuclear Physics
Quantum physics is an extraordinary field in every way imaginable. Here is just a taster of the strange way that physics manifests itself at the atomic level. This focuses on wave-particle duality and the nucleus. Enjoy!
Atomic and Subatomic Physics Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 08 08
858 plays
2 Jonnowales and the Damaged Dry Cleaning
Jonnowales is on a trip around the world but he has the misfortune of having his clothes damaged by dry cleaning companies in ten different countries! Can you help him find something new to wear? Enjoy.
Fashion & Beauty Mixture Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 29 09
390 plays
3 Understanding Particle Physics for Kids!
I hope you enjoy your journey through the atom and the amazing world of the very small. This is suitable for older children and there is nothing stopping the adults having a go of course! :)
Science for Kids Easy
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 14 09
969 plays
4 Wimbledon 2009: Men's Singles
What an incredible tournament the 2009 Wimbledon men's singles turned out to be. What do you remember about it? Enjoy!
Wimbledon Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 18 09
537 plays
5 Welcome to 'Psychoville'
This quiz is based on the characters that were seen in the first two episodes of 'Psychoville', a look at the weird lives of fictional people around Britain. Enjoy!
P Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 13 09
60 plays
6 Thrilled at Oakwood Theme Park!
Oakwood Theme Park was one of the great British theme parks. How much do you know about this farm turned theme park? Enjoy!
UK Coasters & Theme Parks Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 10 09
75 plays
7 'Doom I': The Opening Levels
This quiz is about the first three levels of 'Doom I', a fantastic game that was a staple of the PS1 console player. I hope you enjoy!
Doom Difficult
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 13 09
99 plays
8 The Wonderful World of Differentiation
Differentiation is a function found in the wonderful branch of mathematics, calculus! Can you differentiate? Enjoy! (Best played in interactive mode for players less familiar with calculus).
Calculus Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 05 09
108 plays
9 Marat Safin: Life and Tennis
Marat Safin was an entertaining tennis player who amazed crowds with his strength and accuracy and also amused them with his on-court antics. Enjoy!
Marat Safin Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Sep 18 09
60 plays
10 Novak Djokovic: Life and Tennis
Novak Djokovic's tennis was enjoyed by an international audience and people flocked to see him play. How much do you know about him? Enjoy!
Novak Djokovic Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 13 09
57 plays
11 The Grand Slam Bomb
Throughout modern history there has existed many famous bombs. However what do you know about the somewhat less famous, Grand Slam? There is a little bit of physics involved in the quiz, but nothing too severe. Enjoy!
Equipment & Weaponry Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 17 09
165 plays
12 Early Olympic Years: Paris 1900
Every major sporting event has to start at some point, and in this quiz we will go back to the early years of the global phenomenon that is the Olympics. Enjoy!
1900 Paris Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 15 09
69 plays
13 A Fond Look at Nigel Hawthorne's Life
I hope you enjoy this quiz on the life and works of Nigel Hawthorne: a man much missed but certainly not forgotten. Good luck!
Celebrities H-J Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Sep 01 09
90 plays
14 Take a Gander at The Gambia
Come on board and enjoy your tour of the smallest country on the African mainland, The Gambia.
African Countries A - Z Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 13 09
120 plays
15 Water in Biology
This quiz was inspired by an essay I had to write in my final biology exam. Questions are based on the importance of water in biological systems. Enjoy!
General Biology Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jun 26 09
1227 plays
16 Memories of Umpire David Shepherd
This quiz looks back at the life and career of the one and only David Shepherd. Sadly, Mr. Shepherd died on October 27, 2009 and will be missed by the cricketing world.
Cricket Umpires Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 02 09
114 plays
17 Rudolf Hoess - Unparalleled Evil
This is quiz number 4 of 5 in the series of Nazis responsible for one of the worst atrocities in history. (Not to be confused with deputy leader of the Nazi party - Rudolf Hess).
Nazi Germany Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 30 07
504 plays
18 'Antiques Roadshow' - UK
One of the few feel good shows on British television. Do enjoy this quiz on a national TV treasure. Good luck!
A Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Mar 22 09
279 plays
19 Reinhard Heydrich: Holocaust Horror
This is the final of five quizzes based on prominent Nazis who are still, and forever will be regarded, as murderous tyrants of the highest order. Enjoy!
Nazi Germany Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jan 12 08
783 plays
20 Heinrich Himmler
This is quiz number two in the series of five quizzes on influential Nazi characters. Next up, Heinrich Himmler. Enjoy!
Nazi Germany Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 16 07
1011 plays
21 What Do You Know About Asperger's Syndrome?
This is a quiz on the neurological disorder,'Asperger's Syndrome,' a condition which is part of the autistic spectrum and impairs social development. Enjoy!
Neurological Disorders Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 11 06
1725 plays
22 Martin Bormann - Silent Tyrant
This quiz is #3 of 5 in the series on leading Nazis who achieved ultimate infamy in the years leading up to the collapse of the Third Reich in 1945. Next up, Martin Bormann. Enjoy!
Nazi Germany Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 02 07
519 plays
23 Pivotal Moments in Nazi History
This quiz takes a quick look at moments that shaped German, European and world history from 1923 through 1939. I hope you like it!
Nazi Germany Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Mar 14 09
801 plays
24 The Chemistry of Crude Oil
The journey of crude oil from extraction to public use is a process that I find enjoyable. I hope you enjoy it as well!
Specific Chemicals and Compounds Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 20 07
954 plays
25 Admiring Andorra
What Andorra lacks in size it makes up for in astounding beauty. This quiz will admire a not so well known European nation. Enjoy your tour of Andorra!
Andorra Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Oct 29 08
288 plays
26 Vaughan Williams: Pride of Britain
Amongst the myriad of inspirational British composers lies, for me, one of the greatest and most accomplished musicians of all time - Ralph Vaughan Williams. Here is an, hopefully, insightful quiz into some of his main compositions. Enjoy!
Classical Music Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 31 08
201 plays
27 Welsh Translations
The language of Welsh is considered to be one of the oldest in the world and is described as the,'Language of Wizards.' Do you know the Welsh translations of well known sports, school subjects and colours amongst other things?
Welsh Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 15 07
513 plays
28 PS1: 'Doom I' and 'Doom II' - Monsters
Quite possibly one of the greatest games created. A space cadet has to work his way through the plethora of monsters that have deified this game amongst video game fans. Enjoy!
Doom Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Dec 24 07
573 plays
29 In a Pickle!
Ten questions that are all linked by the theme of pickles and pickling. I hope you manage to get yourself out of this pickle! Enjoy.
Thematic 10Q Average Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 17 09
342 plays
30 Get to Know Your Pancreas
The pancreas is a glandular organ situated in the abdominal region of the human body. It is critical to sustain life as it carries out many functions to keep characteristics of the human body in balance. Enjoy!
Digestive System and Metabolism Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 19 07
1644 plays
31 The Science and History of Genetics
Genetics is an inspiring scientific discipline that helps explain some of the more difficult concepts of life and developmental biology. Yet, we know so very little about the field! Enjoy.
Cell and Molecular Biology Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jan 10 09
1617 plays
32 Phenomenal Physics!
Whether you love equations or hate them, they are crucial to understanding physical phenomena. I hope you enjoy and I also hope that the quiz doesn't bring back too many painful memories!
Laws and Theories of Physics Average
10 Q
jonnowales
May 24 09
399 plays
33 Scintillating Structural Chemistry
Structural chemistry is one of my favourite chemistry topics. It really gives you an understanding and appreciation for the fine details of atoms and elements. Enjoy!
Chemistry Mix Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Mar 10 08
1290 plays
34 Add a Letter 9-for-10 (Part II)
Second add a letter quiz for children. The answer to each question is the letter added only. These letters in order will spell out a fictional character. Enjoy!
Add a Letter for Kids Very Easy
10 Q
jonnowales
Feb 18 09
2358 plays
35 British Abroad (1845-1865)
In my opinion, the most interesting period in British 19th century foreign policy was the twenty-year period between 1845 and 1865. This quiz will attempt to look at European and also some American issues through the eyes of Britain. I hope you enjoy!
UK History Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Jun 06 08
690 plays
36 Famous People of the Nazi Era
This quiz deals with famous people from various fields who lived in Germany during the rule of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party. I hope you like the quiz!
People by Country Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 22 09
537 plays
37 I've Got An Ear For These Things
This quiz is about ten composers who, through a good ear, have written pieces of music that really have stood the test of time. Enjoy!
Composers Mixture Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 23 09
393 plays
38 Who Won the US Open?
I hope you enjoy this quiz which is based on 10 male winners of the prestigious U.S. Open tennis tournament. Good luck!
US Open Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 25 09
171 plays
39 "University Challenge" - Starter for Ten!
"University Challenge" is the search for the best university quiz team from the United Kingdom. What do you know about this frustratingly difficult quiz show? Enjoy.
U Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Dec 09 08
243 plays
40 The Politics of Greenland
The following quiz is based upon the politics of the fascinating Arctic nation of Greenland. I hope you enjoy!
Specific Country Government Difficult
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 15 06
219 plays
41 Nazism: Doctors of Death
Their dubious experiments on humans have shocked the world ever since the horrific details became known. Here is a quiz on some of those physicians who were based in concentration camps around Europe.
Nazi Germany Difficult
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 08 07
1281 plays
42 Add a Letter 9-for-10
By adding a letter you will make a new word! The answer will be the added letter only. The answer to the last question is made from all the other answers in order. Enjoy.
Add a Letter for Kids Very Easy
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 17 08
3597 plays
43 You Didn't Call That Out!
This quiz is about chair umpires from the world of tennis, and there will also be a few questions about some scandalous decisions along the way. Enjoy!
Tennis Mixture Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 17 09
129 plays
44 Glorious Biology for Kids!
Biology was always the science that I found the easiest in school. How much do you know about your cells, your organs and even the environment in which you live? Enjoy!
Biology for Kids Easy
10 Q
jonnowales
Oct 31 07
3720 plays
45 You've Got a Lot of Nerve
You really do! Neurones ("neurons" in U.S. English) are fascinating and they manage to function at an extremely fast rate. Enjoy this quiz on an interesting part of physiology!
Nervous System and the Senses Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 29 09
363 plays
46 Misanthropy: Hatred of the Human Race
Misanthropy is the antithesis of general human compassion and philanthropy. Here is an, hopefully, interesting quiz on holders of a commonly misunderstood social mannerism. Enjoy!
Mixed People Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Jun 24 08
606 plays
47 Mountains and Molehills
It was approaching midnight and instead of sleeping like most others, I was doing some studying when the thought of the saying 'making a mountain out of a molehill' came to me about a particular piece of work. So, why not make a quiz about it? Enjoy! :)
Thematic 10Q Tough Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Feb 29 08
651 plays
48 Wimbledon 2009: Ladies' Singles
The ladies' tournament at Wimbledon may have less sets than the men's tournament but it is just as entertaining. Enjoy!
Wimbledon Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 23 09
231 plays
49 Touring Greenland
Many years ago I wrote a quiz based on the politics of Greenland. Now it is time for the geography of Greenland to be inspected! I hope you enjoy.
North America Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jun 20 09
222 plays
50 Gordon Brown's First Cabinet
Who was in and who was out? It was certainly an interesting day in politics. The political giant Gordon Brown, British chancellor for 10 years, succeeded Tony Blair and revamped the majority of the cabinet. A quiz on the fickle topic of British politics.
U.K. Government Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 11 07
378 plays
51 Dr. Joseph Goebbels
This is the first in the series of five quizzes on the most influential members of Adolf Hitler's Nazi regime. We start with Dr. Joseph Goebbels, the 'Evil Genius.' Enjoy!
Nazi Germany Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 17 06
1239 plays
52 Circle Theorems
There are many ways of finding out the size of angles within circles. How good are you at geometry? Enjoy!
Geometry Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 07 07
1455 plays
53 Glorious Chemistry for Kids!
Chemistry is a subject that you can always have a little bit of fun with, whether it be making little explosions or stinking the room out. Enjoy! [Suitable for slightly older children]
Science for Kids Easy
10 Q
jonnowales
Oct 29 07
3735 plays
54 Homosexuality in British Soap Opera
Gay and lesbian characters are becoming more and more frequent in British soap operas. Some say it is about time, whilst, others think it is still a taboo area. Enjoy!
UK Soaps Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Nov 01 07
1461 plays
55 Bodily Inflammations
If you are playing this quiz, you have most probably had an (-itis) of some kind in the past, but, how is your overall knowledge on 'Bodily Inflammations?' Enjoy!
Disease Mix Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Jul 07 07
3642 plays
56 Fruit, Fruit Everywhere!
Fruit keeps us nice and healthy. We can find fruit everywhere from songs to up in trees. Enjoy!
Food for Kids Very Easy
10 Q
jonnowales
Aug 18 07
7905 plays
57 The Chemistry of Benzene
Benzene is a fascinating molecule which has caused many a chemist confusion in the past. Play this quiz to find out why and maybe even enjoy it along the way!
Organic Chemistry Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Sep 15 08
714 plays
58 3...2...1...Liftoff!
This is my 100th quiz! Prepare for liftoff as we witness toy rockets "headed for space" taking off from various locations around the world. Do you know where each launch site is? Good luck!
Where on Earth? Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Oct 13 09
441 plays
59 Modern History for Kids!
This quiz is about the more modern parts of history. All questions will be about events after 1945. [Suitable for older children]
History for Kids Very Easy
10 Q
jonnowales
Sep 02 08
3120 plays
60 Tennis for Word Play Fans
Find the answers which are highlighted in block capitals. Oh, simple you say? Well, I forgot to mention they are in the form of anagrams. Some of these you may be able to get through sporting knowledge alone. Enjoy!
Sports Word Play Average
10 Q
jonnowales
Sep 19 09
210 plays
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Expertise (6 victories)

jonnowales has won Who's the Expert games in the following categories:

Biology (as level 98, beat 40 players)    Aug 16 09 - 5:45 PM
Chemistry (as level 100, beat 46 players)    Oct 24 09 - 12:45 PM
Europe (as level 73, beat 55 players)    Nov 06 08 - 7:45 PM
German (as level 77, beat 90 players)    Jan 26 09 - 2:45 PM
Physics (as level 100, beat 38 players)    Nov 01 09 - 8:45 AM
United States (as level 71, beat 39 players)    Oct 26 08 - 6:45 AM