Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-11) Q1. On 21 May 2026, which country announced the establishment of a controlled maritime zone in the Strait of Hormuz requiring authorization from the newly created Persian Gulf Strait Authority? A) Saudi Arabia B) Iran C) Israel D) UAE Correct Answer: B. Explanation: This move amid regional tensions impacts global oil transit, relevant for India's energy security as a major importer. Q2. What did Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko state regarding involvement in the Russo-Ukrainian war on 21 May 2026? A) Belarus will not join the current war and is ready to meet Zelenskyy B) ... Read more

Q1. What is Hana Mandlikova's date of birth? A. 19 February 1962 B. 15 March 1961 C. 22 April 1963 D. 10 January 1960 Answer: A. 19 February 1962 Q2. In which city was Hana Mandlikova born? A. Prague, Czechoslovakia B. Sydney, Australia C. Paris, France D. New York, USA Answer: A. Prague, Czechoslovakia Q3. Who was Hana Mandlikova's father, and what was his athletic background? A. A football player B. A professional tennis coach C. Vilem Mandlik, an Olympic 200m semi-finalist D. An Olympic swimmer Answer: C. Vilem Mandlik, an Olympic 200m semi-finalist

Q1. What was Louise Brough's full birth name? A. Althea Louise Brough Clapp B. Margaret Louise Brough C. Louise Althea Brough D. Pauline Louise Brough Answer: A. Althea Louise Brough Clapp Q2. In which city and state was Louise Brough born? A. Beverly Hills, California B. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma C. New York City, New York D. Los Angeles, California Answer: B. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Q3. At what age did Louise Brough's family move to Beverly Hills, California? A. 2 years old B. 3 years old C. 4 years old D. 8 years old Answer: C. 4 years old

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-12) Q1. On May 20, 2026, which country’s interior minister visited Tehran to facilitate exchanges between Iran and the US regarding ceasefire negotiations in the 2026 Iran war? A) Qatar B) Saudi Arabia C) Pakistan D) UAE Correct Answer: C. Explanation: Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Tehran as a mediator. Iran reviewed a new US proposal amid ongoing 2025–2026 negotiations. Q2. What significant maritime development occurred in the Strait of Hormuz on May 20, 2026, related to the Iran conflict? A) Complete closure of the strait B) Two Chinese supertankers exited carrying 4 million ... Read more

Q1. Where and when was Doris Hart born? A. June 20, 1925, in Coral Gables, Florida B. June 20, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri C. May 29, 1925, in New York City D. June 20, 1930, in Miami, Florida Answer: B. June 20, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri Q2. What childhood illness caused Doris Hart a permanent impairment in her right leg? A. Polio B. Osteomyelitis C. Rheumatoid arthritis D. Tuberculosis Answer: B. Osteomyelitis Q3. At what age did Doris Hart begin playing tennis, encouraged by her brother Bud? A. 6 B. 8 C. 10 D. 12 Answer: C. 10

Q1. What was Pauline Betz's full birth name and date of birth? A. Pauline May Addie, July 15, 1920 B. Pauline May Betz, August 6, 1919 C. Pauline Louise Betz, September 12, 1918 D. Pauline Hart Addie, April 22, 1921 Answer: B. Pauline May Betz, August 6, 1919 Q2. In which U.S. city was Pauline Betz born? A. Los Angeles, California B. Potomac, Maryland C. Dayton, Ohio D. New York City, New York Answer: C. Dayton, Ohio Q3. Where did Pauline Betz primarily learn to play tennis as a child? A. Private country club courts in New York B. Public ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10) 1. The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola (BDBV) outbreak originated primarily in which province of DRC? A) North Kivu B) Ituri Province C) Kinshasa D) Equateur Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Ituri Province saw the main outbreak with suspected cases and deaths; cases imported to Uganda. No approved vaccine/treatment for this strain unlike Zaire ebolavirus. 2. WHO declared the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on: A) 15 May 2026 B) 16 May 2026 C) 17 May 2026 D) 10 May 2026 Correct Answer: C. 3. Recent US Senate action on ... Read more

Q1. What was Suzanne Lenglen's nickname that reflected her graceful and dominant style on the court? A. The Queen of Wimbledon B. La Divine (The Goddess) C. The French Flapper D. Madame Champion Answer: B. La Divine (The Goddess) Q2. In what year was Suzanne Lenglen born? A. 1895 B. 1901 C. 1899 D. 1905 Answer: C. 1899 Q3. Where was Suzanne Lenglen born? A. Nice, France B. Paris, France C. London, England D. Cannes, France Answer: B. Paris, France

Q1. Where and when was Kim Clijsters born? A. Bree, Belgium – June 8, 1982 B. Bilzen, Belgium – June 8, 1983 C. Antwerp, Belgium – July 15, 1984 D. Brussels, Belgium – May 20, 1983 Answer: B. Bilzen, Belgium – June 8, 1983 Q2. What was Kim Clijsters's playing style and dominant hand? A. Left-handed with one-handed backhand B. Right-handed with one-handed backhand C. Left-handed with two-handed backhand D. Right-handed with two-handed backhand Answer: D. Right-handed with two-handed backhand Q3. Who were Kim Clijsters's parents, and what sports did they excel in? A. Father: tennis player; Mother: swimmer B. ... Read more

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