Match these well known beaches with the places where they are found.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Oct 20 18
Category:
Beaches and Coastlines
Neither the capital, nor the largest city of their country, these cities may have fallen short of the record but are still important in their own right. Crack the puzzle and find the city.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jun 10 19
Category:
Geography - Wordplay
Let's trace the history of this group of islands from being part of a marriage dowry to its present day status as the financial capital of India.
Tough, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jun 12 14
Category:
India
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While the Parsis are well known for their joie de vivre, they have also contributed immensely to different areas of public life. Here are just ten of the valuable contributions made by the Parsi community of India.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Aug 20 10
Category:
India People
The first nine questions are on a variety of topics ranging from music to sports and everything in between. The common bond is a natural phenomenon.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 08 13
Category:
CB By Series
Add a word to 'para' to form a new word. Only definitions or synonyms are given for both words. Figure out the answers to both sets of definitions and then pair them up correctly.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 14 19
Category:
Zorbas Word Puzzles
Hercule Poirot's dentist is found dead. While the police suspect it to be a case of suicide, Poirot decides to investigate further. Caution: spoilers
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 02 07
Category:
One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
There's a lot more to sea lions than just their ability to entertain. Take this quiz to learn a little more about these wonderful mammals.
Tough, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 21 20
Category:
Pinnipedia- Seals and Sea Lions
Alternate titles have been supplied for these Biblical books. Can you provide the original names?
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 01 17
Category:
Bible Word Play
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Ten video games are hidden in a mixed bag of puzzles. First figure out the game and then pick the animal that featured in it.
Tough, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 06 17
Category:
Video Games Wordplay
Add a word to 'Re' to form a new word. Only synonyms or definitions are given for each of the unknown words. Guess the right word and pair them up correctly.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jun 09 17
Category:
Zorbas Word Puzzles
Indians haven't made much of an impression at the Academy Awards barring a few exceptions. There was just about enough material for this quiz though.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Feb 28 07
Category:
Awards and Festivals
A short quiz that takes a closer look at the life of Samson. All references are from the NIV.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 27 20
Category:
Samson
Answer the first nine questions on topics ranging from Egyptian mythology to muppets and try to figure out the living thing which links all of them.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 21 21
Category:
CB By Series
The correct answers to the first nine questions will spell out the answer to the tenth question. All questions deal with the borders of India.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 03 22
Category:
Acrostics and Common Bond
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The El Dorado mini badge hunt has me looking for 'dow' everywhere. See if you can figure out some of these 'dow' words from the clues given.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Dec 12 14
Category:
Words Within Words
Ten well known rivers are hidden in this mixed bag of puzzles. Can you find them all?
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 23 15
Category:
Geography - Wordplay
A geographical tour of France through wordplay. Ten French cities are hidden in different types of puzzles.
Use English spelling (no accents).
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jan 12 18
Category:
Geography - Wordplay
..but you definitely can join in and celebrate these harvest festivals from around the world.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Dec 22 14
Category:
Seasonal
The Tata group, which has its roots in India but is now spread across the world, has business interests ranging from salt to steel and everything in between.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 30 15
Category:
Corporations
Take another shot at matching these Biblical characters with the jobs they had. Note: An answer may fit for more than one question but there is only one complete solution.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 13 16
Category:
Bible Jobs
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Konkani is one among the many different languages spoken in India. Take this quiz to learn a little more about it.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 15 19
Category:
India, Languages of
All of the answers have a coffee connection. Grab a cuppa and solve this mixed bag of puzzles.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 15 20
Category:
Mixed Word Puzzles
Ten questions on scams and bankruptcies that have rocked Indian companies due to the bad business decisions made by the people heading them.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 11 12
Category:
Business World
A host of celestial bodies are hidden in this quiz. Wish upon a star and see if you can find them all.
Easier, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Nov 29 15
Category:
Mixed Word Puzzles
Carmen Sandiego has landed in India. From the descriptions, can you guess what she is wearing or the clothing styles she has taken an interest in?
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Feb 15 19
Category:
Fashion & Beauty Mixture
Now that you've finally found a groom for yourself, let's take a look at the different rituals which are a part of the Big Fat Indian wedding.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
May 18 10
Category:
Marriage & Weddings
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From the Bible to Greek myth and movies to fashion, goats seem to be turning up everywhere.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 09 17
Category:
Thematic Animals
Add a word to 'Up' to form a new word. Only synonyms or definitions are given for each of the unknown words. Guess the right word and pair them up correctly.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 30 17
Category:
Zorbas Word Puzzles
Add a word to 'Ex' to form a new word. Only synonyms or definitions are given for each of the unknown words. Guess the right word and pair them up correctly.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 29 17
Category:
Zorbas Word Puzzles
Add a word to 'do' to create a new word. Definitions are given for both words. Pair them correctly to get the answer.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jun 23 19
Category:
Zorbas Word Puzzles
A missing Prince, one solitary clue and no other leads. Will the Five Find-Outers and Dog be able to solve this exciting mystery?
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 23 22
Category:
Mystery Series
This short-lived Indian soap opera was the story of an ordinary girl who suddenly realises she's a long lost princess.
Tough, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 15 14
Category:
D
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On a holiday across Asia, check out some of the different breakfast foods you can sample in various countries.
Tough, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 20 15
Category:
Breakfast Foods
The cuisine of the North eastern part of India is not very well known outside of the region. A taste of some of these dishes may have you asking for more.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 19 17
Category:
Indian Foods
Quite a few Hindi film songs have been copied from popular English songs. I will give you the Hindi song as well as the original English version and you tell me the artist/band that came up with the English number.
Difficult, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 19 24
Category:
Bollywood
Sam Vimes' City Watch has to deal with the issue of Koom Valley before it gets out of hand. This Discworld novel is Pratchett's take on racial intolerance.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 03 07
Category:
Thud!
The first nine questions are all linked by the common bond which is from the field of mythology or folklore.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 24 08
Category:
CB By Series
Hidden in each of these ten sentences is a type of ethnic clothing or footwear. Can you find them all?
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Dec 08 09
Category:
Hidden Words
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Solve this mixed bag of puzzles to let ten different members of the felidae family out of the bag.
Impossible, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 09 15
Category:
Mixed Word Puzzles
Can you match these key characters from "Sweet Valley High" with their brief descriptions? *There may be spoilers*
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Sep 10 20
Recommended for grades: 4,5,6,7,8
Category:
Sweet Valley High
Inspector Neele is perplexed when his prime suspect in a murder case ends up being the next victim. Miss Marple lends a hand as they set out to unmask the killer. Warning: the killer will be revealed.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
May 15 06
Category:
Miss Marple
See if you can figure out the different bones hidden in this mixed bag of puzzles. Break a leg!
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 04 12
Category:
Mixed Word Puzzles
An attempt at table turning by amateurs led to the discovery of Captain Trevelyan's body in his study. This was the first novel in which Agatha Christie attempted a supernatural storyline.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Mar 31 07
Category:
Individual Other Christie Works
When faced with either hope or despair, most people turn to God. India, being home to people of multiple faiths, has numerous pilgrimage and holy sites associated with different religions. Here are ten of them.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 13 12
Category:
Religious Practices
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The Himalayas may be one of the most inhospitable regions of the world but there are still some animals and birds that call this place their home.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Aug 07 18
Category:
Asia
Come and celebrate five years of fun and quizzes at the Author's Lounge with these ten different grape varieties or wines hidden in a mix of puzzles.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Jul 13 14
Category:
Mixed Word Puzzles
When Miss Marple arrives at Bertram's Hotel for a holiday, can murder be far behind? Caution: spoilers!
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
May 15 06
Category:
Miss Marple
All the evidence seems to point towards Nevile Strange but Superintendent Battle suspects a 'fine Italian hand' in the murder of Lady Camilla Tressilian.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
May 18 09
Category:
Superintendent Battle
There are many beautiful and breathtaking sights, both natural and man-made, to see around the world. Here are just ten of them.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank,
Apr 01 12
Category:
Sightseeing