Q1. In which year was Jana Novotna born?
A. 1965
B. 1968
C. 1970
D. 1972
Answer: B. 1968
Q2. What was Jana Novotna’s highest career singles ranking?
A. World No. 1
B. World No. 2
C. World No. 3
D. World No. 4
Answer: B. World No. 2
Q3. Which Grand Slam singles title did Jana Novotna win?
A. Australian Open
B. French Open
C. US Open
D. Wimbledon
Answer: D. Wimbledon
Q1. Where and when was Shirley Fry born?
A. Akron, Ohio on June 30, 1927
B. Naples, Florida on July 13, 1927
C. Winter Park, Florida on June 30, 1930
D. London, England on April 15, 1925
Answer: A. Akron, Ohio on June 30, 1927
Q2. What was Shirley Fry’s height?
A. 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
B. 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
C. 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
D. 5 ft 3 in (1.60 m)
Answer: A. 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
Q3. In what year did Shirley Fry become the youngest female player to compete at the U.S. National Championships?
A. 1940
B. 1941
C. 1944
D. 1945
Answer: B. 1941
Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-8)
Q1. On 2 June 2026, Iran took a significant step regarding indirect talks with the US amid ongoing regional tensions. What was it?
A) Agreed to a new nuclear deal
B) Suspended indirect talks with the US
C) Signed a ceasefire with Israel
D) Joined a new regional alliance with India
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Iran suspended indirect talks with the US following Israel’s actions in Lebanon, escalating Middle East tensions.
Q2. What recent development involving Israel and Lebanon was reported on 2 June 2026?
A) Israel killed 8 in Lebanon and expanded occupation
B) Complete ceasefire signed
C) UN mediation succeeded
D) Lebanon joined Abraham Accords
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Reports highlighted Israel’s strikes in Lebanon killing several, with Trump urging restraint.
Q3. Which country’s Prime Minister declared an antisemitism crisis with over 6,800 incidents in 2025 and announced a new advisory council?
A) USA
B) UK
C) Canada
D) Australia
Correct Answer: C.
Q1. Where and when was Althea Gibson born?
A. Harlem, New York City, 1927
B. Clarendon County, South Carolina, August 25, 1927
C. Wilmington, North Carolina, 1930
D. Tallahassee, Florida, 1928
Answer: B. Clarendon County, South Carolina, August 25, 1927
Q2. What was Althea Gibson’s pioneering achievement in 1950 at the U.S. Nationals (precursor to the US Open)?
A. First African American to win the title
B. First woman to win a mixed doubles title
C. First African American to compete in the tournament
D. Youngest player to reach the finals
Answer: C. First African American to compete in the tournament
Q3. In what year did Althea Gibson become the first Black player to win a Grand Slam title, and at which tournament?
A. 1957 at Wimbledon
B. 1956 at the French Championships
C. 1958 at the US Nationals
D. 1957 at the Australian Championships
Answer: B. 1956 at the French Championships
Q1. When and where was Alice Marble born?
A. September 28, 1913, in New York City
B. September 28, 1913, in Beckwourth, California
C. December 13, 1913, in Palm Springs, California
D. January 15, 1915, in San Francisco, California
Answer: B. September 28, 1913, in Plumas County, California
Q2. What was Alice Marble’s playing style primarily known for?
A. Defensive baseline rallies
B. Powerful serves and aggressive volleys
C. Consistent two-handed backhand
D. Slow, strategic lobs
Answer: B. Powerful serves and aggressive volleys
Q3. How many Grand Slam titles did Alice Marble win in total between 1936 and 1940?
A. 12
B. 15
C. 18
D. 22
Answer: C. 18
Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)
1. On 1 June 2026, what major announcement did Iran make regarding peace talks with the US amid the 2026 Iran war?
A) Agreed to immediate resumption
B) Announced a pause and plans to block the Strait of Hormuz
C) Signed a new ceasefire with Israel
D) Invited UN mediation exclusively
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Iran paused talks and, with the Axis of Resistance, planned to block the Strait of Hormuz until Israel ends operations in Lebanon and Gaza. This escalated the 2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis.
2. Which country did Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi approach for help in de-escalation regarding Israeli actions in Lebanon?
A) China
B) Russia
C) Pakistan
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Araghchi sought Pakistani FM Mohammad Ishaq Dar’s assistance to facilitate de-escalation.
3. What did US President Donald Trump state about the naval blockade and airstrikes on Iran following the pause in talks?
A) Blockade lifted immediately
B) Airstrikes would resume
C) Blockade continues but no immediate resumption of airstrikes
D) Full ceasefire agreed
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Trump clarified that Iran’s pause does not mean resumption of airstrikes, but the naval blockade continues.
Q1. What is Svetlana Kuznetsova’s date of birth?
A. June 27, 1984
B. June 27, 1985
C. July 27, 1985
D. May 15, 1986
Answer: B. June 27, 1985
Q2. In which city was Svetlana Kuznetsova born?
A. Moscow
B. Sochi
C. Leningrad
D. Kazan
Answer: C. Leningrad
Q3. What is Svetlana Kuznetsova’s height?
A. 1.70 m (5’7″)
B. 1.74 m (5’9″)
C. 1.78 m (5’10”)
D. 1.65 m (5’5″)
Answer: B. 1.74 m (5’9″)
Q1. What is Virginia Wade’s full birth name and exact birth date?
A. Sarah Virginia Wade, 10 July 1945
B. Virginia Sarah Wade, 15 August 1945
C. Elizabeth Virginia Wade, 10 June 1946
D. Margaret Virginia Wade, 5 July 1944
Answer: A. Sarah Virginia Wade, 10 July 1945
Q2. Where was Virginia Wade born?
A. London, England
B. Bournemouth, Dorset, England
C. Durban, South Africa
D. Sydney, Australia
Answer: B. Bournemouth, Dorset, England
Q3. In which country did Virginia Wade spend most of her childhood from age one until fifteen?
A. Australia
B. United States
C. South Africa
D. France
Answer: C. South Africa
Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-8)
Q1. On 31 May 2026, Israeli forces captured which strategic medieval castle in southern Lebanon during a ground offensive in the ongoing 2026 Lebanon war?
A) Sidon Castle
B) Beaufort Castle
C) Tyre Fortress
D) Krak des Chevaliers
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Israeli troops seized the hilltop Beaufort Castle in Nabatieh Governorate despite a temporary ceasefire, marking one of the deepest incursions. This site holds historical and strategic importance.
Q2. What major development was reported regarding US-Iran negotiations amid the 2026 Iran war context on or around 31 May 2026?
A) Complete withdrawal of US forces
B) Iran joined NATO
C) No significant progress on peace deal; Trump offered changes to a memo
D) Full ceasefire signed with immediate effect
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Reports indicated stalled progress, with speculation on deals and Trump sending back a memo with modifications.
Q3. In the context of ongoing Middle East tensions, which country’s forces were accused of a “scorched earth policy” in Lebanon around late May 2026?
A) Syria
B) Israel
C) Iran
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: B.