Knownsense 2025 prelims- U-25 General Quiz.pdf

Knownsense 2025 prelims- U-25 General Quiz.pdf

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  KNOWNSENSE An U-25 generalQuiz
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  Quizmasters Hamza Shuvam Indrojeet
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  Prelims
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  RULES Write your teamname, participant name, and contact number on the sheet provided. Total 20 questions in prelims. 1,4,9,14,19 are the star mark questions. 1 mark for each question. 0.5 if there is a part question. No negatives. Hints will be provided at QMs’ discretion. Participants may block hints. Qms decision is final Any unfair means will result in disqualification
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  Best of luck
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  This is amedical term that means dilating or widening a tubular structure inside any organ. It can refer to the widening of ducts in the breast, the coronary arteries, or the cornea. You can get this term by removing one letter from something that is relevant to this venue today. 1 What Medical term?
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  2 This was originallya British’s children television series revolving around a specific domain (the name of the show comes from that domain) where Rui Tores was the host. The show became popular globally and the maker decided to recreate it in Hindi for the Indian audience. Gaurav Juyal was the host who used everyday objects to create things. Also, an animated character was in the show who would humorously recap the steps. ID the show and the animated character. ID the show and the character
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  3 ____ _____ phrasemeans “Play Beautifully” in Portuguese as it embodies football’s artistry—skill, flair, and joy. Rooted in Brazil’s rich football culture, it celebrates creativity over rigid tactics, championed by legends like Pelé, Ronaldinho, and Neymar. Nike’s ____ _____ campaign in the 2000s, led by Eric Cantona, spread its philosophy worldwide, featuring stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Thierry Henry. More than just a style, it’s a legacy—football played with heart, passion, and breathtaking brilliance. Identify the phrase. What phrase?
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  In 1958 inventorEnric Bernat thought, the world needed a product that "would be like eating a sweet with a fork". It first came out with seven distinguished flavors. It looks like a football, so initial thoughts were to name it GOL. In 1969, a famous artist sketched the logo in a newspaper where he incorporated the brand name into a brightly colored daisy shape. He suggested that the logo should be on top of the product. 4 ID the Brand and the Artist
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  5 Connect toa celebrity
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  6 This recent Bollywoodfilm marks the directorial debut of a renowned actor known for his remarkable roles in many movies. The movie explores a complex father- son relationship exploring themes of family dynamics, personal aspirations, and reconciliation. Name the film and it’s debut director. ID film and the director
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  7 Caliph Al-Mansur, waryof rewarding poets for old verses, challenged them to recite a truly original poem that his scribes could transcribe instantly. To outsmart him, Al-Asma'i composed a complex, tongue-twisting poem so difficult that the scribes failed to write it down . Defeated, the Caliph had no choice but to reward him, cementing this exchange as a legendary display of poetic brilliance,and after nearly 1,271 years is still doing its job,now known by several different names like “Ṣa‘ṣa‘at al-Baqqār”,"Lāmiyyat al-Asma'ī" or the "Al-Qaṣīda Al-Mu‘amma" Identify this tongue twister .
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  8 Connect theselogos
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  9 In 2016, duringa game between the Rockets and Hawks, this player was caught using Stickum—a grip-enhancing spray—on his hands. The issue arose when Hawks noticed a sticky residue on the ball during a free throw, prompting officials to stop play and replace it. After both teams received the warning, this player admitted to using Stickum to keep his hands dry and not with the intention of cheating. The NBA issued a warning to the Rockets but no fine, with Commissioner Adam Silver stating that his use of Stickum has violated the spirit of the rules. Id the player who shares his first name with a gullible/eccentric sitcom character. Who is the player
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  10 Freed of LondonLtd is the largest designer and manufacturer of shoes for a certain profession. Freed's items have appeared in the Harry Potter and Pirates of the Caribbean films. Their shoes are worn by the likes of Sylvie Guillem, Tamara Rojo, and Alessandra Ferri. What is the profession in question? Type of shoe/profession?
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  11 Name the inspirational geographicalstructure behind making these never falling mud dolls called thanjavur bommai doll. Name the famous structure
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  12 Originally named afterJohn Herbert Harrington, a British judge, this road in Kolkata was renamed in 1969 to honor a revolutionary leader as a gesture of solidarity with Vietnam’s struggle against U.S. intervention. Interestingly, the American Consulate is located on this very street. It is also home to historic buildings, including the residence of Sir Rajendranath Mookerjee, founder of the construction company Martin & Burn built in 1907. What is the current name of this street? Name of the street?
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  13 A lesser-known masterpieceby Van Gogh immerses viewers in unease through bold, clashing colors. Depicting an ordinary yet oppressive setting, Van Gogh described it as a place where one might “go mad or commit a crime”, reflecting his turmoil. Identify the painting. Id the painting
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  His famous lastwords were reportedly, “Either that wallpaper goes, or I do.” His tomb in Paris, once covered in thousands of lipstick kisses from visitors, was eventually sealed off with glass. Adding to its eerie allure, the stone is known to “weep” due to moisture, giving it the haunting appearance of a crying grave. Identify whose tomb it is, and who used to indulge himself in homosexual acts. 14 Whose tomb?
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  15 The post officeof Dakshin Gangotri in Antarctica was established 41 years ago. If you try to send a letter to your friend in Antarctica, which Indian city's PIN code would you use located in south India? Which City
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  16 In 2021, apolitical party in India launched a unique perfume blending 22 natural ingredients to symbolize its ideology. Created in Kannauj, a city famous for its attar (perfume) industry, the fragrance was meant to "end hatred" and reinforce the party’s values. What special scent does this perfume contain and which political party introduced this? Scent and the political party
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  17 He was aRoman architect and engineer during the 1st century BCE. He is known for his multi-volume work titled “De Architectura” which stated that all buildings should have three attributes: strength, utility, and beauty. His discussion of perfect proportion in architecture and the human body led to a famous work during the high Renaissance. Give me the work and the person. Architect and the work?
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  18 X united withTanganyika in 1964 to form current-day Tanzania. X was the first country to introduce Color television in Africa. Freddie Mercury was born in X. Stone Town on X was declared a World Heritage site in 2000. The architecture of Stone Town combines styles from Africa, Arabia, Persia, India, and Europe. Identify the location
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  19 In Gulliver's Travels,these are the human-like creatures that Gulliver first encounters in the Country of the Houyhnhnms. Not recognizing their link with humanity, Gulliver describes these creatures as animals: " deformed, Their heads and breasts were covered with thick hair, but the rest of their bodies were bare". Give me the name of the creatures. Name of the Creature
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  20 As per theOnline Etymology Dictionary, this word was first cited in 1823 as "Infant's speech". But this word became famous in Britain after the 1939 BBC radio comedy program, "It's the Man Again", where the character of Mrs. Mopp could often be heard saying it. However, the word spread outside of its native England for an overly friendly fictional tiger. ID the word. What term?
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  ANSWER SLIDE
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  1 E is amedical term that means dilating or widening a tubular structure inside any organ. It can refer to the widening of ducts in the breast, the coronary arteries, or the cornea. You can get E by removing 1 letter from the name of this fest. What Medical term?
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  1 Ectasia
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  2 This was originallya British’s children television series revolving around a specific domain (the name of the show comes from that domain) where Rui Tores was the host. The show became popular globally and the maker decided to recreate it in Hindi for the Indian audience. Gaurav Juyal was the host who used everyday objects to create things. Also, an animated character was in the show who would humorously recap the steps. ID the show and the animated character. ID the show and the character
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  2 Art Attack, Naryal Anna
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  3 ____ _____ phrasemeans “Play Beautifully” in Portuguese as it embodies football’s artistry—skill, flair, and joy. Rooted in Brazil’s rich football culture, it celebrates creativity over rigid tactics, championed by legends like Pelé, Ronaldinho, and Neymar. Nike’s ____ _____ campaign in the 2000s, led by Eric Cantona, spread its philosophy worldwide, featuring stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Thierry Henry. More than just a style, it’s a legacy—football played with heart, passion, and breathtaking brilliance. Identify the phrase. What phrase?
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  3
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  In 1958 inventorEnric Bernat thought, the world needed a product that "would be like eating a sweet with a fork". It first came out with seven distinguished flavors. It looks like a football, so initial thoughts were to name it GOL. In 1969, a famous artist sketched the logo in a newspaper where he incorporated the brand name into a brightly colored daisy shape. He suggested that the logo should be on top of the product. 4 ID the Brand and the Artist
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  4 Chupa Chups, Salvador Dalí
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  5 Connect toa celebrity
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  5 Ice Spice(বরফ মশলা)
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  6 This recent Bollywoodfilm marks the directorial debut of a renowned actor known for his remarkable roles in many movies. The movie explores a complex father- son relationship exploring themes of family dynamics, personal aspirations, and reconciliation. Name the film and it’s debut director. ID film and the director
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  6 The MehetaBoys , Boman Irani
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  7 Caliph Al-Mansur, waryof rewarding poets for old verses, challenged them to recite a truly original poem that his scribes could transcribe instantly. To outsmart him, Al-Asma'i composed a complex, tongue-twisting poem so difficult that the scribes failed to write it down . Defeated, the Caliph had no choice but to reward him, cementing this exchange as a legendary display of poetic brilliance,and after nearly 1,271 years is still doing its job,now known by several different names like “Ṣa‘ṣa‘at al-Baqqār”,"Lāmiyyat al-Asma'ī" or the "Al-Qaṣīda Al-Mu‘amma" Identify this tongue twister .
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  7 tobtobitob tobtobali
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  8 Connect theselogos
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  8 All thelogos are made using Golden Ratio (1.618)
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  9 In 2016, duringa game between the Rockets and Hawks, this player was caught using Stickum—a grip-enhancing spray—on his hands. The issue arose when Hawks noticed a sticky residue on the ball during a free throw, prompting officials to stop play and replace it. After both teams received the warning, this player admitted to using Stickum to keep his hands dry and not with the intention of cheating. The NBA issued a warning to the Rockets but no fine, with Commissioner Adam Silver stating that his use of Stickum has violated the spirit of the rules. Id the player who shares his first name with an autistic sitcom character. Who is the player
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  9 Dwight Howard
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  10 Freed of LondonLtd is the largest designer and manufacturer of shoes for a certain profession. Freed's items have appeared in the Harry Potter and Pirates of the Caribbean films. Their shoes are worn by the likes of Sylvie Guillem, Tamara Rojo, and Alessandra Ferri. What is the profession in question? Type of shoe/profession?
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  11 Name the inspirational geographicalstructure behind making these never falling mud dolls called thanjavur bommai doll. Name the famous structure
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  11 Krishna's ButterBall
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  12 Originally named afterJohn Herbert Harrington, a British judge, this road in Kolkata was renamed in 1969 to honor a revolutionary leader as a gesture of solidarity with Vietnam’s struggle against U.S. intervention. Interestingly, the American Consulate is located on this very street. It is also home to historic buildings, including the residence of Sir Rajendranath Mookerjee, founder of the construction company Martin & Burn built in 1907. What is the current name of this street? Name of the street?
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  12 Ho ChiMinh Sarani
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  13 A lesser-known masterpieceby Van Gogh immerses viewers in unease through bold, clashing colors. Depicting an ordinary yet oppressive setting, Van Gogh described it as a place where one might “go mad or commit a crime”, reflecting his turmoil. Identify the painting. Id the painting
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  13 A Night Cafe
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  His famous lastwords were reportedly, “Either that wallpaper goes, or I do.” His tomb in Paris, once covered in thousands of lipstick kisses from visitors, was eventually sealed off with glass. Adding to its eerie allure, the stone is known to “weep” due to moisture, giving it the haunting appearance of a crying grave. Identify whose tomb it is, and who used to indulge himself in homosexual acts. 14 Whose tomb?
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  14 Oscar Wilde’s tomb
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  15 The post officeof Dakshin Gangotri in Antarctica was established 41 years ago. If you try to send a letter to your friend in Antarctica, which Indian city's PIN code would you use located in south India? Which City
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  15
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  16 In 2021, apolitical party in India launched a unique perfume blending 22 natural ingredients to symbolize its ideology. Created in Kannauj, a city famous for its attar (perfume) industry, the fragrance was meant to "end hatred" and reinforce the party’s values. What special scent does this perfume contain and which political party introduced this? Scent and the political party
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  16 Scent ofSocialism , Samajwadi Party
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  17 He was aRoman architect and engineer during the 1st century BCE. He is known for his multi-volume work titled “De Architectura” which stated that all buildings should have three attributes: strength, utility, and beauty. His discussion of perfect proportion in architecture and the human body led to a famous work during the high Renaissance. Give me the work and the person. Architect and the work?
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  17 Vitruvius, Vitruvian Man
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  18 Z united withTanganyika in 1964 to form current-day Tanzania. Z was the first country to introduce Color television in Africa. Freddie Mercury was born in Z. Stone Town on Z was declared a World Heritage site in 2000. The architecture of Stone Town combines styles from Africa, Arabia, Persia, India, and Europe. Identify the location
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  18 Zanzibar
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  19 In Gulliver's Travels,these are the human-like creatures that Gulliver first encounters in the Country of the Houyhnhnms. Not recognizing their link with humanity, Gulliver describes these creatures as animals: " deformed, Their heads and breasts were covered with thick hair, but the rest of their bodies were bare". Give me the name of the creatures. Name of the Creature
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  19 Yahoo
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  20 As per theOnline Etymology Dictionary, this word was first cited in 1823 as "Infant's speech". But this word became famous in Britain after the 1939 BBC radio comedy program, "It's the Man Again", where the character of Mrs. Mopp could often be heard saying it. However, the word spread outside of its native England for an overly friendly fictional tiger. ID the word. What term?
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  20 TATA
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  11. Krishna's butterball 12.Ho chi Minh sarani 13. A night Cafe 14. Oscar Wilde's tomb 15. Panaji 16. Scent of Socialism, Samajwadi party 17. Vituvias, Vitruvian Man 18. Zanzibar 19. Yahoo 20. Tata 1. Ectasia 2. Art Attack, Naryal Anna 3. Joga Bonito 4. Chupa chups, Salvador Dali 5. Ice spice 6. The Meheta Boys, Boman Irani 7. Tob tobi tob meme 8. Golden ratio 9. Dwight Howard 10. Ballerina