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Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 18 May 2026, what major development was reported regarding a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego? A) It was ruled a random accident B) Three people were killed, including a security guard; two teenage suspects died by suicide; investigated as a possible hate crime C) No casualties reported D) It targeted a different religious site Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The attack killed three adult males (including a heroic security guard who prevented entry into the mosque with children inside). It is under investigation as a hate crime. Q2. Regarding President ... Read more

Q1. What is Arantxa Sanchez Vicario's full birth name and date of birth? A. Aranzazu Isabel María Sanchez Vicario, December 18, 1971 B. Ana Isabel Sanchez Vicario, December 18, 1970 C. Arantxa Maria Vicario, January 15, 1972 D. Isabel Arantxa Sanchez, November 20, 1971 Answer: A. Aranzazu Isabel María Sánchez Vicario, December 18, 1971 Q2. In which city was Arantxa Sanchez Vicario born? A. Madrid, Spain B. Barcelona, Spain C. Valencia, Spain D. Seville, Spain Answer: B. Barcelona, Spain Q3. At what age did Arantxa Sanchez Vicario turn professional? A. 13 B. 14 C. 15 D. 16 Answer: B. 14

Q1. What is Aryna Sabalenka's date of birth and birthplace? A. March 15, 1997, Moscow, Russia B. May 5, 1998, Minsk, Belarus C. July 12, 1999, Kyiv, Ukraine D. November 22, 1996, Warsaw, Poland Answer: B. May 5, 1998, Minsk, Belarus Q2. How tall is Aryna Sabalenka? A. 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) B. 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) C. 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) D. 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) Answer: D. 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) Q3. What is Aryna Sabalenka's playing style primarily known for? A. Defensive baseline play and slice shots ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 17 May 2026, which country reported a drone strike targeting the Barakah nuclear power plant in the Al Dhafra region, causing a fire but no injuries or radiation leak? A) Saudi Arabia B) United Arab Emirates C) Israel D) Iran Correct Answer: B. Explanation: UAE air defences intercepted three drones, one hitting the perimeter of the Barakah plant amid the ongoing 2026 Iran war tensions. Q2. What conditions did the US reportedly outline for a nuclear deal with Iran around mid-May 2026? A) Allowing only one nuclear facility to remain operational B) ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-9) Q1. On 16 May 2026, PM Narendra Modi held bilateral talks in The Hague and elevated ties with which country to a Strategic Partnership, focusing on hydrogen, tech, and talent? A) Sweden B) Netherlands C) Norway D) Italy Correct Answer: B. Explanation: PM Modi was on a multi-nation European tour; the India-Netherlands elevation supports economic and strategic cooperation. Q2. Which ongoing conflict featured Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visiting Tehran for US-Iran talks on 16 May 2026? A) 2026 Iran War B) Russia-Ukraine War C) Israel-Hezbollah Conflict D) Mali War Correct Answer: A. Explanation: ... Read more

Q1. What is Lindsay Davenport's birth date and place of birth? A. June 8, 1976, Palos Verdes, California, USA B. April 15, 1977, New York, USA C. August 12, 1975, Florida, USA D. October 20, 1978, Texas, USA Answer: A. June 8, 1976, Palos Verdes, California, USA Q2. From which athletic family background did Lindsay Davenport come? A. Her father was a member of the U.S. Olympic volleyball team in 1968 B. Her mother was a professional tennis player C. Both parents were Olympic swimmers D. Her siblings were all professional golfers Answer: A. Her father was a member of ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10) Q1. Where was the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting held on 14-15 May 2026 under India's chairmanship? A) Beijing B) New Delhi C) Johannesburg D) Brasilia Correct Answer: B. Explanation: India hosted the meeting at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, chaired by EAM S. Jaishankar. It prepared for the 2026 BRICS Summit and discussed global issues including the Iran conflict. Q2. What key appeal did Iran's Foreign Minister make at the BRICS meeting? A) Support for nuclear disarmament B) Unite against U.S. "bullying" amid ongoing conflicts C) Expand BRICS membership to include more European nations D) ... Read more

Q1. Where and when was Evonne Goolagong Cawley born? A. Griffith, New South Wales, 1952 B. Barellan, New South Wales, 1951 C. Sydney, New South Wales, 1952 D. Melbourne, Victoria, 1950 Answer: B. Barellan, New South Wales, 31 July 1951 Q2. What is Evonne Goolagong Cawley's Indigenous heritage? A. Torres Strait Islander B. Wiradjuri C. Noongar D. Yolngu Answer: B. Wiradjuri Q3. How many siblings did Evonne grow up with as one of eight children? A. She was the eldest B. She was the youngest C. She was the third of eight D. She was an only child Answer: C. ... Read more

Q1. What was Maria Bueno's full birth name and date of birth? A. Maria Esther Bueno, November 11, 1939 B. Maria Esther Andion Bueno, October 11, 1939 C. Maria Bueno Andion, October 11, 1940 D. Esther Maria Bueno, September 11, 1939 Answer: B. Maria Esther Andion Bueno, October 11, 1939 Q2. In which Brazilian city was Maria Bueno born and where did she also pass away? A. Rio de Janeiro B. Brasilia C. Sao Paulo D. Salvador Answer: C. Sao Paulo Q3. How many Grand Slam titles did Maria Bueno win in total during her career? A. 12 B. 15 ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 14 May 2026, where did US President Donald Trump meet Chinese President Xi Jinping for high-stakes talks covering trade, Taiwan, and the Iran/Hormuz crisis? A) Shanghai B) Beijing  C) Washington D.C. D) Singapore Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The summit marked Trump's first visit to China in nine years. Discussions focused on stabilizing US-China ties, AI chips, Boeing orders, and urging China to influence Iran on the Strait of Hormuz. Q2. What warning did Xi Jinping issue during the Trump-Xi summit regarding Taiwan? A) Potential “conflict” over Taiwan B) Support for immediate reunification ... Read more