Some UK General Knowledge Trivia Quiz

Answer: London

The 2012 Summer Olympics were held in London. It was the third time the city had hosted the Games, after 1908 and 1948. The event transformed big parts of East London, with the Olympic Park in Stratford becoming a symbol of the area's regeneration and investment in sport and community spaces.

The Games were praised for their organisation and atmosphere. The opening ceremony was directed by Danny Boyle, the British filmmaker best known for 'Trainspotting'. London's successful hosting helped strengthen the city's reputation as a place that can pull off major international events.

Answer: Bruce Hobbs

Bruce Hobbs was the youngest jockey to win the Grand National when he rode Battleship to victory in 1938 at just 17 years old. Battleship was an unlikely contender, because he was one of the smallest horses ever to win the race, standing around only 15.1- 15.2 hands. Most steeplechasers at the time were a lot bigger.

The horses taking part in the Grand National were mostly bred, trained, and raced in Britain. Battleship was an American‑bred horse and the son of the famous Thoroughbred stallion Man o' War. He was trained in the U.S. and later imported to Britain. He was the first American‑bred horse ever to win the Grand National. This made his 1938 win even more remarkable.

Answer: Regent Street

Hamleys is one of the most famous toy stores in the world. It was founded in Holborn, London in 1760 by William Hamley. In 1881, it moved to Regent Street in London's West End. The flagship store is a famous landmark there and is known for its seven floors of toys, games, and demonstrations.

Although Oxford Street and Piccadilly are nearby major shopping areas, Hamleys' home has remained on Regent Street. Millions of people visit it every year and Christmas is a particularly busy time for the store.

Answer: James Callaghan

James Callaghan served from 1976 to 1979. He was the last Labour Prime Minister before Tony Blair and led the country through a turbulent period of economic difficulties and industrial unrest.

After Labour lost the 1979 general election to Margaret Thatcher's Conservatives, the party remained out of power for 18 years until Blair's landslide victory in 1997. This made Callaghan the final Labour Prime Minister before that long spell in opposition.

Answer: Stour

The River Stour flows through the historic city of Canterbury in Kent. It winds past many of the city's most famous landmarks, including the cathedral precincts and the medieval Westgate.

The Stour has played an important role in Canterbury's development for centuries. It has shaped trade, settlement, and the character of the surrounding landscape. The Thames, Medway, and Orwell are all major rivers, but none of them passes through Canterbury.

Answer: Eric Idle

The theme song to 'One Foot in the Grave' was written and sung by Eric Idle, a member of Monty Python. He performed the vocals for the show's opening theme, which ran from 1990 to 2000.

The other options listed are also Monty Python members, but none of them sang the theme song.

Answer: Shoemaker

A cordwainer was a shoemaker who crafted new shoes from fine, soft leather. The term is centuries old and distinguishes cordwainers from cobblers. The latter repaired shoes rather than making them from scratch.

The other trades are: wheelmaker (wheelwright), ropemaker (roper) and arrowmaker (fletcher). These, along with cordwainer, are archaic or obsolete occupations, which used to be commonplace. They have mostly faded because of industrialisation.

Answer: The Tornadoes

The Tornados were an instrumental group formed in London, England, in 1961.
They were the first British band to reach Number One on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 in 1962 with their single 'Telstar'.

This success came well before the British Invasion, which made them pioneers in breaking into the American market. Although The Beatles are often associated with opening the door for UK acts in the U.S., it was The Tornadoes who actually claimed the first number one single.

Answer: Paradine

Sir David Frost's middle name was Paradine, making his full name David Paradine Frost. He occasionally used the name professionally through his production company, Paradine Productions.

He was a journalist, writer and comedian and became known for his television interviews with political figures, such as British Prime Ministers. He also interviewed U.S. President Richard Nixon in 1977. These Nixon interviews were adapted into a stage play and film.

Answer: Hull

The Land of Green Ginger is a street in Kingston upon Hull's Old Town in East Yorkshire. The name has been recorded in historical city records since at least the 17th century.

There are several theories about the name's source, including connections to a Dutch merchant family or medieval spice trading. Despite this, the exact origin of its name remains unknown. It's one of Hull's most recognised street names.