A Basic General Knowledge Quiz For Your Child

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This general knowledge quiz has some basic must know questions that every primary school goer should know. Questions range from different topics, english to current affairs.
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1.

Where do all the people pile into? why?
2.

Why did kalam choose to become a scientist?
3.

A ferry is
- A.
  
  A magical , flying , human - like creature
- B.
  
  A boat that brings food
- C.
  
  A boat that carries people or goods
Correct Answer
C. A boat that carries people or goods

Explanation
A ferry is a type of boat that is used to transport people or goods across a body of water. It is specifically designed to carry passengers or cargo from one place to another. Unlike other options mentioned, a ferry does not refer to a magical or flying creature, nor does it specifically bring food. Therefore, the correct answer is that a ferry is a boat that carries people or goods.

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4.

Who is the boy in a pink shirt?
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Tag
Correct Answer
B. Question
5.

Don't make a noise
- A.
  
  Imperative
- B.
  
  Question
Correct Answer
B. Question

Explanation
The word "question" is the correct answer because it is the only option that is a noun and can fit into the given sentence structure. The sentence "Don't make a noise" is an imperative sentence, which is a type of sentence that gives a command or makes a request. In this case, the sentence is commanding someone not to make a noise. The word "question" does not fit into the sentence structure as a command or a request, so it is the correct answer.

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6.

Abdul Kalam passed a way on ______________
- A.
  
  27 march 2014
- B.
  
  27 july 2015
Correct Answer
B. 27 july 2015

Explanation
Abdul Kalam passed away on 27 July 2015.

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7.

What a nice shot !
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
B. Exclamation

Explanation
The phrase "What a nice shot!" is an exclamation because it expresses strong emotion or excitement. Exclamations are used to show surprise, admiration, or any other intense feeling. In this case, the speaker is expressing their admiration for the shot, indicating that they found it impressive or pleasing.

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8.

The people in this poem went to
- A.
  
  Van Doren's dairy
- B.
  
  Shawshung ferry
- C.
  
  Both of these
Correct Answer
A. Van Doren's dairy

Explanation
The correct answer is "Van Doren's dairy" because the poem mentions that the people went to this specific place. The other option, "shawshung ferry," is not mentioned in the poem, so it cannot be the correct answer.

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9.

Abdul Kalam belonged to ________
- A.
  
  Kerala
- B.
  
  Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer
B. Tamil Nadu

Explanation
Abdul Kalam belonged to Tamil Nadu because he was born and raised in Rameswaram, a town in Tamil Nadu. He completed his education in Tamil Nadu and started his career as a scientist in the state. Kalam also served as the President of India from 2002 to 2007, representing the country internationally. His association with Tamil Nadu is well-known and he is often referred to as the "People's President" of India.

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10.

Where will Rio Olympic Games be held?
- A.
  
  Question
- B.
  
  Statement
Correct Answer
A. Question
11.

Pandit Shiva Subramanyam Iyer was Kalm's ___________ teacher
- A.
  
  Mathematics
- B.
  
  Science
Correct Answer
B. Science

Explanation
The given answer "science" suggests that Pandit Shiva Subramanyam Iyer was Kalm's science teacher.

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12.

World War II broke out in
- A.
  
  1914
- B.
  
  1939
Correct Answer
B. 1939

Explanation
World War II broke out in 1939, not 1914. The war began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939, which led to the declaration of war by Britain and France. The conflict lasted for six years, involving most of the world's nations and resulting in the deaths of millions of people. The year 1914 is associated with the start of World War I, not World War II.

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A Basic General Knowledge Quiz For Your Child

Where do all the people pile into? why?

Why did kalam choose to become a scientist?

A ferry is

Who is the boy in a pink shirt?

Don't make a noise

Abdul Kalam passed a way on ______________

What a nice shot !

The people in this poem went to

Abdul Kalam belonged to ________

Where will Rio Olympic Games be held?

Pandit Shiva Subramanyam Iyer was Kalm's ___________ teacher

World War II broke out in