General knowledge

1

Alaska, Ohio and Arizona are three US states that begin and end with the same letter. What’s the fourth?

2

In which human organ would you find the hypothalamus?

3

Where in New Zealand can you find the largest pohutukawa forest in the world? a) Rangitoto Island b) Rotorua c) Stewart Island

4

To the nearest 10km, how far is Wellington by road from Auckland?

5

In which ocean did the devastating 2004 Boxing Day tsunami occur?

6

As of 2018, the five tallest buildings in the United States are all located in New York and which other city?

7

How many people have walked on the moon? a) 8 b) 10 c) 12

8

Which country’s population is forecast to reach 1.6 billion by 2050?

9

Who would be most likely to use the term “chiffonade” in their job? a) a dressmaker b) a chef c) a dancer

10

Where in the world would you find the Trevi Fountain?