Books, movies, television shows, musicals - all of these and more have used the Big Apple as a setting. Match the description to the correct title.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Aug 05 19
Category:
Thematic Places in Entertainment
Hill stations were developed during the British Raj in India for the British to escape to cooler regions during the summer. Here are some of them. Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 27 22
Category:
Individual Regions, States and Cities
All of these book titles contain food items. Can you match the foods based on the story description?
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 19 20
Category:
In the Title
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Ever wondered where certain places got their names from or what those names meant? Trace the origins of the names belonging to a few famous cities from around the world.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 14 10
Category:
Place Names
All these places are found in India, some real and some taken from fiction. Can you match them correctly with the descriptions?
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 11 17
Category:
Mixed India
These 20th and 21st century events took the world by surprise, confounding even the experts. Can you pair them up correctly? Some answers may seem to fit for more than one question but there is only one solution.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 09 17
Category:
19th, 20th & 21st Centuries
Match the numbers with words to form commonly used terms. Note: While it may seem that one word fits more than one clue, there is only one complete solution.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Aug 19 21
Category:
By The Numbers
Whether you want to sing in the breeze or whistle in the wind, this compilation of songs brought to you by the Four Winds (Shuehorn, Lones78, JanIQ and zorba_scank) will help you set the mood.
Average, 15 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 20 15
Category:
Weather Songs
Where on earth would you find these colourfully named places?
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 28 22
Category:
Colourful Place Names
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Hercule Poirot and Jane Marple are two of the most famous characters created by Agatha Christie. Though they never met in any of her novels, there are some striking similarities between them and the cases they solved. Caution: Spoilers
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jun 05 14
Category:
Christie, Agatha
The cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur are popular with both domestic and international tourists. Named after the triangle formed by these cities on the map, this circuit is perfect for a week long vacation. Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 30 14
Category:
Individual Regions, States and Cities
Match these places with the foods they have lent their names to.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 29 18
Category:
International Cuisine
For this round of word connections, match the supernatural creatures with appropriate words to create common terms.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 25 18
Category:
Thematic Supernatural
Buddhism originated on the Indian subcontinent from where it then spread to other parts of the world. Here's a brief introduction to this religious tradition.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 17 19
Category:
Buddhism
A whistle-stop tour of Italy, visiting places both real and fictional.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 02 19
Category:
Mixed Italy
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Round Two of filling in the missing place name to complete the movie title.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 27 20
Category:
Something in the Title
Corporal Slag has just returned from an enjoyable holiday in Europe. Can you solve this mixed bag of puzzles to identify the cities visited by him?
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 08 13
Recommended for grades: 9,10,11,12
Category:
Geography - Wordplay
Pair up these nationality words appropriately to form commonly used terms.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 10 17
Category:
Thematic Regions
Take a trip around the United Kingdom by pairing up these places with the clues that describe them. This quiz also includes fictional locations.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 23 17
Category:
Mixed UK
Match these beliefs with the religion they are most associated with. Note that this is a very basic quiz and does not go into the detailed beliefs of any religion.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 26 19
Category:
Religion Mixture
A number of actors have moved from acting in front of the camera to calling the shots from behind the camera as directors or producers. While some of them have excelled in their new roles, others floundered.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 18 22
Category:
Something in Common
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Can you match these cities with the proper descriptions? All cities have names that begin with V.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 23 18
Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8
Category:
Cities of the World
Through their names or nicknames, all of these places have some connection to gemstones and other precious metals. Can you guess where on earth these are?
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 28 22
Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8
Category:
Place Names
I'll give you the name of a colour in Hindi and you pick the correct English equivalent. There are lots of hints to help you out.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jun 01 05
Category:
India, Languages of
Pair the animals listed on the left with the words on the right to form commonly used terms. While a word may appear to fit for more than one animal, there is only one correct solution.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 08 17
Category:
Thematic Animals
All of these materials can be combined with words to form common terms and expressions.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 22 17
Category:
Thematic Clothing
All of these descriptions match words containing 'bell'. Do they ring a bell for you?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 22 21
Category:
Thematic Bells
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Match these flowers with the appropriate words to form some commonly used terms. While some words may seem to match for more than one flower, there is only one correct solution for the quiz.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 08 17
Category:
Thematic Plants
Given India's geographical diversity, it is not surprising to find a whole range of flowers and plants here. Take a look and may be you can pick some to wear in your hair.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Feb 17 17
Category:
Gardens Around the World
Ten musicals are hidden in ten different puzzles. Whistle a happy tune while you breeze through this quiz.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Dec 27 18
Category:
Musicals Word Play
All these words contain the word 'harp'. Can you match them with the correct definitions?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 22 21
Category:
Thematic Musical Instruments
Match these gemstones and precious metals with suitable words to form common terms. Some words may appear to pair with more than one answer, but there is only one complete solution.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 30 20
Category:
Thematic Objects
Several former kingdoms and empires have moved from being ruled by monarchies to other democratic forms of governance. This quiz takes a look at the end of these monarchies.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jun 12 14
Category:
Royalty & Monarchs
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A vacation in Turkey had me marvelling at the beauty and history of the country. Join me as we retrace my journey through the country that lies on two continents. Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
May 25 16
Category:
Turkey
Correctly match the item of clothing to complete these well known idioms.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 05 22
Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8
Category:
Household Items in Idiom
Guess the word noted by its definition, then pair it up with the word which is its anagram. Ex: Q. Small piece. Ans. Silver (A small piece is a sliver which is an anagram of silver.)
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 24 19
Category:
Anagrams
Egypt has been the setting for many fictional works. Can you figure out the title of the work from the short description? All have an Egyptian connection.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 15 20
Category:
Thematic Places in Entertainment
Delhi, the capital of India, is a must-visit destination for tourists. Take this quiz and learn a little bit more about its tourist attractions.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Feb 22 18
Category:
Individual Regions, States and Cities
All at sea? Don't worry. This mixed bag of puzzles has enough clues to help you figure out all the answers.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 01 13
Category:
Mixed Word Puzzles
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Hop on aboard our cruise ship as we sail along the coast of South America stopping to take in the interesting sights on our way. Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 19 15
Category:
South American Rivers and Oceans
These movie titles require a place name to complete them. Take a trip around the world to location hunt.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
May 29 17
Category:
Something in the Title
I wanted to visit some of the beautiful castles of Europe but since my passport didn't come through, I decided to tour some impressive palaces in India instead. Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Dec 19 14
Category:
Castles & Palaces
All of these articles of clothing have found their way to various idioms. Can you match them correctly?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 14 21
Recommended for grades: 7,8
Category:
Household Items in Idiom
Types of Wind
Here are some well-known winds of the world. Can you sort them into the correct continent? Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 07 23
Category:
Winds
Here are some sites and places around the world with a golden connection.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 13 20
Recommended for grades: 9,10,11,12
Category:
Mixed Destinations
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When the Soviet Union dissolved in 1991, 15 independent states were created. This quiz covers ten of them. Match the fact with the correct country.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Feb 24 23
Category:
Historical Geography
This vast and beautiful country has much to offer. Can you correctly identify all these places within it, both real and fictional?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 09 17
Category:
Mixed Canada
Both heaven and hell have been used often in song titles over the years. See if you can correctly guess which one goes where.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Aug 07 17
Category:
Heaven and Hell in Songs
A quick tour of Italy with questions that can be sung to the tune of Sixpence None the Richer's song "Kiss Me".
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 22 19
Recommended for grades: 6,7,8
Category:
European Geography for Kids
The popular hamburger has popped up everywhere in this quiz.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 17 21
Category:
Thematic Meats/Eggs