Freshers' Introduction Quiz | 6th December 2020

1. General Quiz Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra Freshers Introduction Quiz 06th December, 2020

2. Rules 1. There are 25 questions. 2. All questions carry 1 point. 3. You have to write answers in the template provided to you. 4. At the end of the quiz, you have to send the template with answers.(within time limit) 5. Do not try to Google the answers. It just spoils the fun for everyone. Try to figure it out yourself. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

3. 1 A certain person X was a renowned Italian air force pilot during World War I, and was considered a national hero by Italians. His plane had the design of a horse printed on its side. After X’s death, Y met X’s mother and father, who asked Y to use their son’s design for good luck. Y used this design for the emblem of his company. The emblem’s background symbolizes the an Italian city where X was born. Who is Y? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

4. 2 In 1947 the book “Gandhi and Stalin” by Louis Fischer was published. Fischer’s work contrasted these two archetypal figures, and it contained a version of the saying mentioning ____ that is often attributed to Gandhi today. Fischer used the phrase while discussing Gandhi and his approach to conflict resolution, but he did not attribute the words to him. This is the earliest cite that connects Gandhi with the saying [LFGS]: The shreds of individuality cannot be sewed together with a bayonet; nor can democracy be restored according to the Biblical injunction of an ___ ___ __ ___ which, in the end, would make everybody ____. Any attempt to introduce democracy or to check totalitarianism must constantly emphasize the rehabilitation of personality. Freedom and responsibility help. Rigid authority hinders. Id the phrase. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

5. 3 X is a dystopian novel published in 1953, and is considered the author’s best work. The plot is set in a future American society where literature is banned and any books found are to be burned in order to suppress people’s voices and free thought. It is named X, because it is the temperature at which paper catches fire. HBO released a film adaptation of this book in 2018. Name the book. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

6. 4 King Wajid Ali Shah of Oudh after refusing to sign the annexation treaty took the diplomatic route and hoped to win back the kingdom with direct dialogue with Queen Victoria. His journey to Kolkata had made him sick, so instead of him now his mother Malika Kishwar, his brother and his son went to England. They reached England on 21st Aug, 1956. When in England, the Queen had arranged for a special train. The Queen went from her special carriage to the train through a human corridor made by her servants who were holding up Calico sheets. This had to be done, because of what age-old practice (which is not much in practise now)? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

7. 5 A section of L.A.'s Hollywood Freeway was completely shut down from 12pm to 2pm for a sequence populated with period cars.The producers had some initial difficulties convincing people to allow their premises to be covered to better reflect the 1960s. However, after the production wrapped that section of the shoot, most of these same people asked if they could leave it as it is, since they now much more preferred that period 'look.' Which recent movie was being shot? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

8. 6 Connect Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

9. 7 Pokemon Black and White is a 2010 role playing video game developed for Nintendo DS. X decided to spoof the game with their own version, in which Pikachu escapes Ash and then goes on to free other Pokemons from their masters. Who developed this game? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

10. 8 In the first episode of season 3 of BBC’s Only Connect, the last round had one of the topics as French phrases in English. This round had the same question repeated once again without any changes. The host also asked the contestants if they liked the joke. What was this repeated phrase? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

11. 9 Nanak Singh, a Punjabi author of early 20th century had written an epic poem - “Khooni Baisakh”. It was banned and all copies were burned. Only one copy of the original print survived which was brought back to India from England, thanks to efforts of Late Giani Zail Singh. What was it based on? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

12. 10 X launched a variation called "dnL" and was basically the opposite of X. Instead of a caffeine-free clear soda in a colored bottle, it was a caffeinated colored soda in a clear bottle, and instead of lemon-lime the flavor was lime- lemon. Id X Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

13. 11 Cookistwow posted a recipe of Whole Wheat ballooned bread on Instagram on 29th June. The recipe was as follows: INGREDIENTS 200g (1 ¾ cup) Whole-wheat flour, 4g (1 tsp) Salt, 185-190ml (4/5 cups) Boiled water METHOD In a bowl add flour, salt and boiled water. Mix it and leave it to cool. Knead it until it is soft and smooth. Leave it covered for 10 minutes. Make balls and dip them in flour. Stretch the dough and make a perfect circle. Sprinkle it with flour. Put then in a hot pan, at high temperature, for 40 seconds and then flip it. After 5 seconds put it on flame and it will puff. Serve with grilled chicken and some salad. Enjoy. What was this the recipe of? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

14. 12 Burger King urging people to do what? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

15. 13 Which sports initial formation? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

16. 14 The company that produces the X game initially wanted to change its name. This is because it didn't indicate how the game was played and people wouldn't know what it meant. The original creator refused because she thought the name would gain meaning later on. X comes from a swahili word, which means 'to build'. It is a game of physical and mental skill. It has been combined with some games such such as Uno, where the blocks are colored green, red, yellow and blue, numbered from 0 to 9. One version has parallelogram-shaped blocks that could create some interesting structures. Identify X. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

17. 15 This is an artist’s depiction of HR- 6819 triple system. The blue lines show the stars of the system, while the red lines show a ‘silent’ X, the closest one of it’s type from earth. Identify X. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

18. 16 This is “The Noid” an advertising character made by the company. The Noid was the physical manifestation of the problems faced that could delay ‘things’ for the customers, but The Noid’s plans were always thwarted. Which company? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

19. 17 According to legends, it is said that a young man had died. The families of that village used to worship Lord Brahma. The young man was the only son of a priest living in that village. When the entire kingdom got together to pray, Lord Brahma descended and asked the king to get the portrait of the deceased man to be made on the ground. Once the portrait was complete, the man came back to life and breathed again. Thus, the prayers of the entire kingdom were answered. What art form originated from this? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

20. 18 Look closely at the rose and name the company which sells this variant of chocolate. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

21. 19 According to author Roshen Alkazi, “In the Ghaznavid period, we have only one clear visual reference to their actual costume, those worn by the Mamluk (slave) palace guards of Mahmud of Ghazni, in the wall paintings of Lashkari Bazaar in Afghanistan. They wear the qaba made of rich patterned textiles. This was a mid- calf length tunic with long narrow sleeves and tiraz. The opening is from right to left and has a small loop for closing it higher at the left shoulder. This closing at the left shoulder was one of the earliest forms of neck closing and a relic of this is still seen in the Russian tunic and in the contemporary ___ used in certain parts of India, both of which close at the left shoulder.” Which piece of clothing? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

22. 20 When in the 80s cheaper brands were lowering X's market share, the brand didn't know how to convince users to buy their product based PCs. One retailer told the company that it would be enough to just tell people that computers had X. This idea turned into a campaign, which brought great success to the company and now it is their tag line. Name the company X. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

23. 21 So who was Kitty? Scholars are divided. Some believe “Kitty” refers to X’s friend, Käthe "Kitty" Egyedi. Others disagree, believing that X borrowed the name from her favorite book series, Joop ter Heul, in which the title character’s best friend was named Kitty. Egyedi, after being rescued from Theresienstadt, later said that she did not believe the letters were meant for her. Not all of it was addressed to Kitty, by the way. Early letters were also addressed to Conny, Marianne, Emmy, and Pop. What I am talking about? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

24. 22 Whose error 404 page? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

25. 23 Many believe that, in creating the X, Joseph-Ignace X was seeking to invent a more humane method; ironically, his creation eventually became the symbol for the brutalities of the French Revolution. According to legend, even X himself perished at the hands of his own invention. Further research illustrates that, besides not being the mind behind the X's creation and being personally opposed to capital punishment, X really passed in his home from natural causes. Following his death, X's family requested that the French government rename the infamous device to protect his legacy, but their request was declined. Who/What is X? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

26. 24 Cartoon on which scientist? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

27. 25 On the next slide is a screenshot of the website of Rufus. Question is, where do you see him? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

29. End

30. General Quiz Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra Freshers Introduction Quiz - Answers 06th December, 2020

31. 1 A certain person X was a renowned Italian air force pilot during World War I, and was considered a national hero by Italians. His plane had the design of a horse printed on its side. After X’s death, Y met X’s mother and father, who asked Y to use their son’s design for good luck. Y used this design for the emblem of his company. The emblem’s background symbolizes the an Italian city where X was born. Who is Y? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

32. Enzo Ferrari Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

33. 2 In 1947 the book “Gandhi and Stalin” by Louis Fischer was published. Fischer’s work contrasted these two archetypal figures, and it contained a version of the saying mentioning ____ that is often attributed to Gandhi today. Fischer used the phrase while discussing Gandhi and his approach to conflict resolution, but he did not attribute the words to him. This is the earliest cite that connects Gandhi with the saying [LFGS]: The shreds of individuality cannot be sewed together with a bayonet; nor can democracy be restored according to the Biblical injunction of an ___ ___ __ ___ which, in the end, would make everybody ____. Any attempt to introduce democracy or to check totalitarianism must constantly emphasize the rehabilitation of personality. Freedom and responsibility help. Rigid authority hinders. Id the phrase. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

34. An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

35. 3 X is a dystopian novel published in 1953, and is considered the author’s best work. The plot is set in a future American society where literature is banned and any books found are to be burned in order to suppress people’s voices and free thought. It is named X, because it is the temperature at which paper catches fire. HBO released a film adaptation of this book in 2018. Name the book. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

36. Fahrenheit 451 Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

37. 4 King Wajid Ali Shah of Oudh after refusing to sign the annexation treaty took the diplomatic route and hoped to win back the kingdom with direct dialogue with Queen Victoria. His journey to Kolkata had made him sick, so instead of him now his mother Malika Kishwar, his brother and his son went to England. They reached England on 21st Aug, 1956. When in England, the Queen had arranged for a special train. The Queen went from her special carriage to the train through a human corridor made by her servants who were holding up Calico sheets. This had to be done, because of what age-old practice (which is not much in practise now)? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

38. Purdah system Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

39. 5 A section of L.A.'s Hollywood Freeway was completely shut down from 12pm to 2pm for a sequence populated with period cars.The producers had some initial difficulties convincing people to allow their premises to be covered to better reflect the 1960s. However, after the production wrapped that section of the shoot, most of these same people asked if they could leave it as it is, since they now much more preferred that period 'look.' Which recent movie was being shot? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

40. Once Upon A Time in Hollywood Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

41. 6 Connect Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

42. Metal Monoliths

43. 7 Pokemon Black and White is a 2010 role playing video game developed for Nintendo DS. X decided to spoof the game with their own version, in which Pikachu escapes Ash and then goes on to free other Pokemons from their masters. Who developed this game? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

44. PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

45. 8 In the first episode of season 3 of BBC’s Only Connect, the last round had one of the topics as French phrases in English. This round had the same question repeated once again without any changes. The host also asked the contestants if they liked the joke. What was this repeated phrase? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

46. Deja Vu Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

47. 9 Nanak Singh, a Punjabi author of early 20th century had written an epic poem - “Khooni Baisakh”. It was banned and all copies were burned. Only one copy of the original print survived which was brought back to India from England, thanks to efforts of Late Giani Zail Singh. What was it based on? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

48. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

49. 10 X launched a variation called "dnL" and was basically the opposite of X. Instead of a caffeine-free clear soda in a colored bottle, it was a caffeinated colored soda in a clear bottle, and instead of lemon-lime the flavor was lime- lemon. Id X Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

50. 7up Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

51. 11 Cookistwow posted a recipe of Whole Wheat ballooned bread on Instagram on 29th June. The recipe was as follows: INGREDIENTS 200g (1 ¾ cup) Whole-wheat flour, 4g (1 tsp) Salt, 185-190ml (4/5 cups) Boiled water METHOD In a bowl add flour, salt and boiled water. Mix it and leave it to cool. Knead it until it is soft and smooth. Leave it covered for 10 minutes. Make balls and dip them in flour. Stretch the dough and make a perfect circle. Sprinkle it with flour. Put then in a hot pan, at high temperature, for 40 seconds and then flip it. After 5 seconds put it on flame and it will puff. Serve with grilled chicken and some salad. Enjoy. What was this the recipe of? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

52. Roti/Chapati Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

53. 12 Burger King urging people to do what? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

54. Order from McDonalds Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

55. 13 Which sports initial formation? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

56. Rugby Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

57. 14 The company that produces the X game initially wanted to change its name. This is because it didn't indicate how the game was played and people wouldn't know what it meant. The original creator refused because she thought the name would gain meaning later on. X comes from a swahili word, which means 'to build'. It is a game of physical and mental skill. It has been combined with some games such such as Uno, where the blocks are colored green, red, yellow and blue, numbered from 0 to 9. One version has parallelogram-shaped blocks that could create some interesting structures. Identify X. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

58. Jenga Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

59. 15 This is an artist’s depiction of HR- 6819 triple system. The blue lines show the stars of the system, while the red lines show a ‘silent’ X, the closest one of it’s type from earth. Identify X. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

60. Black Hole Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

61. 16 This is “The Noid” an advertising character made by the company. The Noid was the physical manifestation of the problems faced that could delay ‘things’ for the customers, but The Noid’s plans were always thwarted. Which company? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

62. Dominos Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

63. 17 According to legends, it is said that a young man had died. The families of that village used to worship Lord Brahma. The young man was the only son of a priest living in that village. When the entire kingdom got together to pray, Lord Brahma descended and asked the king to get the portrait of the deceased man to be made on the ground. Once the portrait was complete, the man came back to life and breathed again. Thus, the prayers of the entire kingdom were answered. What art form originated from this? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

64. Rangoli Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

65. 18 Look closely at the rose and name the company which sells this variant of chocolate. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

66. Cadbury Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

67. 19 According to author Roshen Alkazi, “In the Ghaznavid period, we have only one clear visual reference to their actual costume, those worn by the Mamluk (slave) palace guards of Mahmud of Ghazni, in the wall paintings of Lashkari Bazaar in Afghanistan. They wear the qaba made of rich patterned textiles. This was a mid- calf length tunic with long narrow sleeves and tiraz. The opening is from right to left and has a small loop for closing it higher at the left shoulder. This closing at the left shoulder was one of the earliest forms of neck closing and a relic of this is still seen in the Russian tunic and in the contemporary ___ used in certain parts of India, both of which close at the left shoulder.” Which piece of clothing? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

68. Kurta Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

69. 20 When in the 80s cheaper brands were lowering X's market share, the brand didn't know how to convince users to buy their product based PCs. One retailer told the company that it would be enough to just tell people that computers had X. This idea turned into a campaign, which brought great success to the company and now it is their tag line. Name the company X. Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

70. Intel Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

71. 21 So who was Kitty? Scholars are divided. Some believe “Kitty” refers to X’s friend, Käthe "Kitty" Egyedi. Others disagree, believing that X borrowed the name from her favorite book series, Joop ter Heul, in which the title character’s best friend was named Kitty. Egyedi, after being rescued from Theresienstadt, later said that she did not believe the letters were meant for her. Not all of it was addressed to Kitty, by the way. Early letters were also addressed to Conny, Marianne, Emmy, and Pop. What I am talking about? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

72. Anne Frank’s Diary of a young girl Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

73. 22 Whose error 404 page? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

74. Discord Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

75. 23 Many believe that, in creating the X, Joseph-Ignace X was seeking to invent a more humane method; ironically, his creation eventually became the symbol for the brutalities of the French Revolution. According to legend, even X himself perished at the hands of his own invention. Further research illustrates that, besides not being the mind behind the X's creation and being personally opposed to capital punishment, X really passed in his home from natural causes. Following his death, X's family requested that the French government rename the infamous device to protect his legacy, but their request was declined. Who/What is X? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

76. Guillotine Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

77. 24 Cartoon on which scientist? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

78. Charles Darwin Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

79. 25 On the next slide is a screenshot of the website of Rufus. Question is, where do you see him? Quizmasters: Keshav and Pushpendra

82. THANK YOU! HAPPY QUIZZING!

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