Author: Mauvin Sequeira

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

Q1. What was Maureen Connolly's nickname, inspired by the powerful guns of the USS Missouri? A. Big Mo B. Little Mo C. Mighty Mo D. Queen Mo Answer: B. Little Mo Q2. In which year did Maureen Connolly become the first woman to achieve the calendar-year Grand Slam? A. 1951 B. 1952 C. 1953 D. 1954 Answer: C. 1953 Q3. At what age did Maureen Connolly win her first U.S. National Championships title? A. 14 B. 16 C. 18 D. 19 Answer: B. 16

Q1. What is Iga Swiatek's nationality and birthplace? A. Czech Republic, Prague B. Poland, Warsaw C. Slovakia, Bratislava D. Hungary, Budapest Answer: B. Poland, Warsaw Q2. On what date was Iga Swiatek born? A. May 31, 2001 B. June 15, 2000 C. April 12, 2002 D. July 22, 2001 Answer: A. May 31, 2001 Q3. How many Grand Slam singles titles has Iga Swiatek won as of 2026? A. 4 B. 5 C. 6 D. 7 Answer: C. 6

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-8) Q1. On May 13, 2026, US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Which of the following was a key agenda item? A) Climate change accords only B) Trade, Taiwan, and the ongoing Iran war C) Space exploration cooperation D) Arctic military de-escalation Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The summit focused on trade relations, Taiwan tensions, and the 2026 Iran war/Strait of Hormuz crisis, amid Chinese vessels transiting the strait. Q2. In the context of the 2026 Iran war and Strait of Hormuz crisis, what significant maritime development ... Read more

Q1. Where and when was Maria Sharapova born? A. Moscow, Russia – April 19, 1987 B. Nyagan, Russia – April 19, 1987 C. Gomel, Belarus – April 19, 1987 D. Bradenton, Florida – April 19, 1987 Answer: B. Nyagan, Russia – April 19, 1987 Q2. At what age did Maria Sharapova turn professional? A. 13 B. 14 C. 15 D. 16 Answer: B. 14 Q3. Who recommended that young Maria Sharapova train in the United States? A. Martina Navratilova B. Nick Bollettieri C. Serena Williams D. Steffi Graf Answer: A. Martina Navratilova

Q1. What is Venus Williams' full birth name? A. Venus Ebony Starr Williams B. Venus Serena Williams C. Venus Price Williams D. Venus Ebony Davenport Williams Answer: A. Venus Ebony Starr Williams Q2. On what date was Venus Williams born? A. July 4, 1981 B. September 26, 1981 C. June 17, 1980 D. May 15, 1979 Answer: C. June 17, 1980 Q3. In which California city was Venus Williams born? A. Compton B. Lynwood C. Los Angeles D. West Palm Beach Answer: B. Lynwood

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10) Q1. India hosted the Kimberley Process Intersessional Meeting 2026 in which city, under its Chairship for the year? A) New Delhi B) Mumbai C) Surat D) Jaipur Correct Answer: B) Mumbai Explanation: The meeting (11-14 May 2026) focuses on responsible diamond trade, monitoring, compliance, and preventing conflict diamonds. India assumed KP Chairship on 1 Jan 2026. Q2. PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to undertake a five-nation visit from 15-20 May 2026 to which countries? A) UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Italy B) USA, UK, France, Germany, Japan C) Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand D) Russia, ... Read more

Q1. What is Justine Henin's birth date and place of birth? A. 1 June 1982, Liege, Belgium B. 8 June 1981, Brussels, Belgium C. 15 May 1983, Antwerp, Belgium D. 22 July 1980, Ghent, Belgium Answer: A. 1 June 1982, Liège, Belgium Q2. Which distinctive playing style feature made Justine Henin stand out among her peers? A. Two-handed backhand B. One-handed backhand C. Serve-and-volley specialist D. Extreme defensive baseline game Answer: B. One-handed backhand Q3. How many weeks did Justine Henin spend as the WTA World No. 1? A. 89 weeks B. 142 weeks C. 117 weeks D. 98 weeks ... Read more

Q1. In what year was Martina Hingis born? A. 1978 B. 1980 C. 1982 D. 1979 Answer: B. 1980 Q2. Which country does Martina Hingis represent in tennis? A. Slovakia B. Czech Republic C. Switzerland D. Austria Answer: C. Switzerland Q3. At what age did Hingis turn professional? A. 13 B. 14 C. 15 D. 16 Answer: B. 14

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 11 May 2026, India welcomed a conditional ceasefire in which ongoing conflict? A) Russia-Ukraine war B) 2026 Iran war (US-Iran/Israel-Iran) C) Sudanese civil war D) Israel-Hezbollah conflict only Correct Answer: B. Explanation: India expressed hope for lasting peace in West Asia, unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, and advocated de-escalation amid the 2026 Iran war. Q2. Which country’s Deputy PM and Foreign Minister met the US chargé d'affaires in Islamabad to discuss Iran-US ceasefire efforts around 11 May 2026? A) China B) Saudi Arabia C) Pakistan D) Turkey Correct Answer: C. ... Read more