Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Q1. In which year was Marin Cilic born? A. 1986 B. 1987 C. 1988 D. 1989 Answer: C. 1988 Q2. Where was Marin Cilic born? A. Zagreb, Croatia B. Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina C. Split, Croatia D. Monte Carlo, Monaco Answer: B. Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina Q3. What is Marin Cilic's height? A. 6'3" (191 cm) B. 6'4" (193 cm) C. 6'6" (198 cm) D. 6'8" (203 cm) Answer: C. 6'6" (198 cm)

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-12) 1. What significant diplomatic move did Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announce on 24 April 2026 amid ongoing ceasefire talks with the US? A) Resignation from his post B) A three-nation tour to Pakistan, Russia, and Oman C) Immediate closure of the Strait of Hormuz D) Bilateral talks directly with Israel Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Araghchi's visit was part of efforts to revive stalled US-Iran peace talks, with US envoys heading to Pakistan. This highlights shuttle diplomacy in the 2026 Iran war context. 2. The US deployed the USS George H. W. Bush to ... Read more

Q1. What is Casper Ruud's date of birth? A. 22 December 1997 B. 22 December 1998 C. 15 March 1999 D. 10 January 2000 Answer: B. 22 December 1998 Q2. In which Norwegian city was Casper Ruud born? A. Bergen B. Trondheim C. Oslo D. Stavanger Answer: C. Oslo Q3. Who serves as Casper Ruud's primary coach? A. Rafael Nadal B. Christian Ruud (his father) C. Pedro Clar D. Joachim Bjerke Answer: B. Christian Ruud (his father)

Q1. What is the birth date and birthplace of Spanish tennis player Alex Corretja? A. 11 April 1974, Barcelona, Spain B. 15 May 1975, Madrid, Spain C. 22 June 1973, Valencia, Spain D. 8 March 1976, Seville, Spain Answer: A. 11 April 1974, Barcelona, Spain Q2. What is Alex Corretja’s career-high singles ranking and the date he achieved it? A. World No. 1 on 1 January 1999 B. World No. 2 on 1 February 1999 C. World No. 3 on 1 March 1998 D. World No. 4 on 1 April 2000 Answer: B. World No. 2 on 1 February 1999 ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-12) Q1. What significant action did Iran take on 23 April 2026 regarding the Strait of Hormuz? A) Fully reopened the strait without conditions B) Imposed and collected tolls on transiting ships for the first time C) Signed a permanent peace deal with the US D) Allowed unrestricted US naval passage Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iran announced it had collected the first revenue from tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting control amid the ongoing crisis and US blockade. This has implications for global energy security and oil prices. Q2. In the ... Read more

Q1. What is Kei Nishikori's nationality and birthplace? A. Chinese, born in Beijing B. Japanese, born in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture C. South Korean, born in Seoul D. American, born in Florida Answer: B. Japanese, born in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture Q2. On what date was Kei Nishikori born? A. 29 December 1989 B. 15 March 1990 C. 5 June 1988 D. 12 October 1991 Answer: A. 29 December 1989 Q3. What is Kei Nishikori's height? A. 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) B. 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) C. 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) D. 1.90 m (6 ft ... Read more

Q1. What is Tommy Haas's full birth name and exact date of birth? A. Thomas Mario Haas, born April 3, 1978 B. Tommy Peter Haas, born March 15, 1979 C. Thomas Haas, born June 12, 1977 D. Mario Haas, born April 3, 1980 Answer: A. Thomas Mario Haas, born April 3, 1978 Q2. In which German city was Tommy Haas born? A. Berlin B. Munich C. Hamburg D. Frankfurt Answer: C. Hamburg Q3. At what age did Tommy Haas begin playing tennis, initially using a wooden plank to hit balls against a wall? A. Two B. Four C. Six D. ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-12) Q1. On April 22, 2026, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy took action in the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing 2026 Iran war. What specific action was reported involving vessels? A) Sinking three oil tankers B) Seizing two vessels, with a third disabled off Iran's coast C) Escorting all ships through the strait safely D) Imposing a complete naval blockade on Qatar Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iran's IRGC Navy seized two vessels (one India-bound) and disabled a third after attempts to cross the Strait of Hormuz. This escalated tensions despite the US ceasefire ... Read more

Q1. In which year was William Augustus Larned born? A. 1872 B. 1868 C. 1875 D. 1880 Answer: A. 1872 Q2. William Larned won a record-tying number of U.S. National Championships singles titles. How many did he win? A. 5 B. 6 C. 7 D. 8 Answer: C. 7 Q3. In which consecutive years did William Larned first win and then defend his U.S. National Championship title? A. 1899–1900 B. 1901–1902 C. 1905–1906 D. 1910–1911 Answer: B. 1901–1902

Q1. What is Petr Korda's birthdate and birthplace? A. 23 January 1968, Prague, Czechoslovakia B. 15 March 1970, Brno, Czechoslovakia C. 10 June 1967, Ostrava, Czechoslovakia D. 5 February 1969, Plzen, Czechoslovakia Answer: A. 23 January 1968, Prague, Czechoslovakia Q2. Which Grand Slam singles title did Petr Korda win, and in what year? A. 1998 Australian Open B. 1992 French Open C. 1997 Wimbledon D. 1993 US Open Answer: A. 1998 Australian Open Q3. In the 1998 Australian Open final, Petr Korda defeated Marcelo Ríos with what score? A. 6–4, 6–2, 7–6 B. 7–5, 6–4, 6–3 C. 4–6, 7–5, 6–3, ... Read more