Test yourself on the events of 2016
Stirling Observer columnist Chris Kane has put together a Christmas Quiz to help keep the family entertained this festive season. The quiz looks at some of the main events of 2016, and is sure to get you thinking while you eat leftover turkey and mince pies. For answers, see page 31. One point for each answer, unless stated.
January
1. The final model of which iconic British car rolled off the assembly line after 68 years of continuous production? 4. What topped a public poll to find a name for a new polar research ship?
April
2. Johnny Depp’s wife, Amber Heard, was in court in Australia accused of bringing what into the country illegally?
May
2. On May 8, Thomas Manning became the first recipient of which body-part transplant at a hospital in the USA? 4. Rank the five main political parties by order of seats won at the Scottish Parliament election on 5th May? (5pts)
June
resignation on June 24. Which 5 MPs entered the contest to replace him? (5pts) 4. Led Zeppelin were cleared by a court of plagiarism involving the lyrics of which of their famous songs?
July
2. Who successfully defended his Tour De France title?
August
picture is on the back?