[Answer] During the British Raj, a now widely-recognized monument was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and the Queen Mary to Bombay. Which monument is it?

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[Answer] Famous British actress ‘Lena Headey’ was born today in 1973. Which character does she play in the famous HBO series ‘Game Of Thrones’?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Famous British actress ‘Lena Headey’ was born today in 1973. Which character does she play in the famous HBO series ‘Game Of Thrones’?"

...CONTEST AND DETAILS & HOW TO ENTER: 1. This Contest Will Commence OnThu Oct 03 2019 09:24:30 GMT+0530 (IST)From 08:00:01 A.M. (IST) To 12:00:00 P.M. (IST) (“Contest Period”) 2. In Order To Be Eligible For The Contest, During The Contest Period You Must Sign-In To Or Sign-Up From An Account On The Amazon.In App (“Amazon.In App”). 3. Once You Have Signed-In To The Amazon.In App, You Can Participate By Navigating To The Page Where 5 (Five) Questions Will Be Posted During The Entire Contest Period.

[Ans] Which American Revolutionary War figure was executed by the British for spying?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which American Revolutionary War figure was executed by the British for spying?"

On this day in 1776, Nathan Hale, a Connecticut schoolteacher and captain in the Continental Army, was executed by the British for spying. Disguised as a Dutch schoolmaster, Hale slipped behind British lines and successfully gathered information. Hale was captured while sailing Long Island Sound, trying to cross back into American-controlled territory. When it was discovered that he was carrying incriminating documents, British General William Howe ordered his execution for spying. After being led to the gallows, legend holds that the 21-year-old Hale said, “I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country.”

[Answer] Which American Revolutionary War figure was executed by the British for spying?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which American Revolutionary War figure was executed by the British for spying?"

...On this day in 1776, Nathan Hale, a Connecticut schoolteacher and captain in the Continental Army, was executed by the British for spying. Disguised as a Dutch schoolmaster, Hale slipped behind British lines and successfully gathered information. Hale was captured while sailing Long Island Sound, trying to cross back into American-controlled territory. When it was discovered that he was carrying incriminating documents, British General William Howe ordered his execution for spying. After being led to the gallows, legend holds that the 21-year-old Hale said, “I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country.”

[Answer] What was the term used to refer to British women who fought for women’s right to vote in the early 20th century?

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[Answer] Which British theoretical physicist and author who died in 2018 said ‘Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet’?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which British theoretical physicist and author who died in 2018 said ‘Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet’?"

...CONTEST AND DETAILS & HOW TO ENTER: 1. This Contest Will Commence OnWed Sep 18 2019 09:24:29 GMT+0530 (IST)From 08:00:01 A.M. (IST) To 12:00:00 P.M. (IST) (“Contest Period”) 2. In Order To Be Eligible For The Contest, During The Contest Period You Must Sign-In To Or Sign-Up From An Account On The Amazon.In App (“Amazon.In App”). 3. Once You Have Signed-In To The Amazon.In App, You Can Participate By Navigating To The Page Where 5 (Five) Questions Will Be Posted During The Entire Contest Period.

[Answer] The Zero Mile Stone is a pillar built by British during Great Trigonometrical Survey of India in 1907, then considered to be the center of India. Which city is it located in?

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...CONTEST AND DETAILS & HOW TO ENTER: 1. This Contest Will Commence OnTue Sep 17 2019 13:50:53 GMT+0530 (IST)From 08:00:01 A.M. (IST) To 12:00:00 P.M. (IST) (“Contest Period”) 2. In Order To Be Eligible For The Contest, During The Contest Period You Must Sign-In To Or Sign-Up From An Account On The Amazon.In App (“Amazon.In App”). 3. Once You Have Signed-In To The Amazon.In App, You Can Participate By Navigating To The Page Where 5 (Five) Questions Will Be Posted During The Entire Contest Period.

[Answer] The British government made a motivational poster before World War II to keep people from panicking. The words from that poster are now commonly featured on clothing, novelty items, and internet memes. What was printed on the poster?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "The British government made a motivational poster before World War II to keep people from panicking. The words from that poster are now commonly featured on clothing, novelty items, and internet memes. What was printed on the poster?"

...CONTEST AND DETAILS & HOW TO ENTER: 1. This Contest Will Commence OnWed Sep 11 2019 09:24:32 GMT+0530 (IST)From 08:00:01 A.M. (IST) To 12:00:00 P.M. (IST) (“Contest Period”) 2. In Order To Be Eligible For The Contest, During The Contest Period You Must Sign-In To Or Sign-Up From An Account On The Amazon.In App (“Amazon.In App”). 3. Once You Have Signed-In To The Amazon.In App, You Can Participate By Navigating To The Page Where 5 (Five) Questions Will Be Posted During The Entire Contest Period.

[Answer] 4. The Colonists referred to the British soldiers by by this nickname.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. The Colonists referred to the British soldiers by by this nickname."

...1. Redcoats 2. Red Stripes 3. Red Barons 4. Rednecks They were called this because British military uniforms were red until the Boer War (1899-1902). They were also called "lobsterbacks" because of the color of a cooked lobster.

[Answer] colonial representative bodies such as the house of burgesses developed as a result of the british policy known as

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...Salutary neglect was Britain's unofficial policy, initiated by prime minister Robert Walpole , to relax the enforcement of strict regulations, particularly trade laws, imposed on the American colonies late in the seventeenth and early in the eighteenth centuries

[Answer] By what name was British singer Farrokh Bulsara better known?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "By what name was British singer Farrokh Bulsara better known?"

...Farrokh Bulsara is better known as Freddie Mercury, one of the most versatile and entertaining performers in the history of rock. His masterpiece work is his mock-opera piece, "Bohemian Rhapsody." Freddie Mercury was the leader singer for the rock band, Queen. Their numerous hits during the 1980s put them at the top of the U.S. and British charts. He died at age 45 November 24, 1991, from AIDS-related bronchial pneumonia. Source: Biography.com

[Answer] Who was the last British Empress Consort of India?

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...Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother was the last Empress Consort of India. After the death of King George V of England, Prince Edward ascended to the throne as King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom. His was a short reign of only 11 months, as he abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee. His brother, Prince Albert, ascended to the throne as King George VI of the United Kingdom. His wife, Elizabeth became Queen Consort Elizabeth at their coronation in 1937. The title Emperor and Empress Consort of India became defunct when India became a republic in 1950. Source: TheQueenMotherElizabeth.blogspot.com

[Answer] After Queen Elizabeth II, who is next in line for the British throne?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "After Queen Elizabeth II, who is next in line for the British throne?"

...Prince Charles, the oldest son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, is the heir apparent to the British throne. His mother became queen when he was only three after the death of his grandfather King George VI in 1952. As Elizabeth's oldest child, Charles became the heir apparent to the British throne and received the title of Duke of Cornwall. Charles was also destined to become Great Britain's oldest heir apparent, with his mother remaining queen for more than six and a half decades. His younger siblings are Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward. He is the father of Princes William and Harry.

[Answer] 5. British people form queues. What do Americans form?

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...1. Panels 2. Lines 3. Committees 4. Work gangs Queue is an unusual word in that it has four successive vowels. Queueing is even more unusual in that it has five successive vowels. Archaeoaeolotropic has six successive vowels, but now I'm starting to carry this successive vowel thing to a ridiculous extreme. People lining up to take part in the UK's National Opinion Poll would form an N.O.P. queue.

[Answer] 1. 'Space Oddity' was the first UK number one hit for which British singer?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. 'Space Oddity' was the first UK number one hit for which British singer?"

...1. David Bowie 2. Bryan Ferry 3. Alvin Stardust 4. David Essex 'Space Oddity' was written by Bowie, and featured the character of 'Major Tom', who re-appeared in his 1980 hit 'Ashes to Ashes'. It was originally released in 1969, when it reached number five on the UK Singles Chart, and was re-released in 1975 when it achieved the top position on the charts. The song also reached number fifteen on the US Billboard Hot 100. Bowie went on to establish himself as one of the most innovative singers of his generation, with many other hits to his credit around the world. Bryan Ferry was the lead singer for Roxy Music. Alvin Stardust and David Essex were also part of the 'glam rock' scene in the UK.

[Answer] Who was the first non-royal pictured on a British postage stamp?

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...William Shakespeare is one of Britain's most beloved sons. In commemoration of his 400th birthday in Stratford-upon-Avon, in 1964, he became the first non-royal, or commoner, featured on a British postage stamp. The stamp set was the artistic creation of David Gentleman. The stamps depicted a montage of some of Shakespeare's most notable plays. Included was "A Midsummer's Night Dream," "Twelfth Night," and "Romeo and Juliet." The Queen reportedly described the designs as "striking and of high quality." Source: StanleyGibbons.com

[Answer] 3. G - One of the only British prime ministers who qualifies for this quiz is George Grenville, who served as prime minister from 1763-1765. His sister Hester was married to which other prime minister, now known as 'The Elder'?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. G - One of the only British prime ministers who qualifies for this quiz is George Grenville, who served as prime minister from 1763-1765. His sister Hester was married to which other prime minister, now known as 'The Elder'?"

...1. Frederick North 2. Henry Addington 3. Benjamin Disraeli 4. William Pitt George Grenville was prime minister of the United Kingdom for a little over two years, from April 1763 until July 1765. He was the second prime minister elected during the monarchy of George III (the first being John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute, the first ever Tory prime minister), and the 8th prime minister overall. He also held the post of the Chancellor of the Exchequer during his tenure. However, he did not get along well with the King, nor was he particularly popular in Parliament and so was dismissed without serving a full term. In between George Grenville and Pitt the Elder, Charles Watson-Wentworth, 2nd Marquess of Rockingham was prime minister. However, he lasted a little over a year before he was dismissed, meaning that Pitt became prime minister in July 1766.

[Answer] 1. In which of these wars was the United States a foe of the British?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. In which of these wars was the United States a foe of the British?"

...1. World War II 2. Persian Gulf War 3. World War I 4. War of 1812 The War of 1812 was declared by James Madison against the British Empire. The British were stopping and seizing American ships and arming the American Indians to fight Americans. As a result, the nations trade was disrupted and the U.S. Capitol was burned. This was the first time after the Revolutionary War that America had to fight to protect its independence. The other wars were fought on foreign grounds.

[Answer] 3. The author of "Animal Farm" also wrote, among other titles, "1984" and "Coming up for Air". Who is this Indian-born British author?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. The author of "Animal Farm" also wrote, among other titles, "1984" and "Coming up for Air". Who is this Indian-born British author?"

...1. RL Stevenson 2. Ruskin Bond 3. Charles Dickens 4. George Orwell Eric Arthur Blair, better known as George Orwell, was born on 25th June 1903 in a British colony in India, and his parents took him back to England when he was one year old. George was not able to attend university because he didn't have money to pay the fees. He later became a member of the police force in Burma. This experience inspired him to write his very first novel, "Burmese Days".

[Answer] British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor created an underwater sculpture garden off the coast of Cancun. Visiting scuba divers love his sculptures, which also benefit their environment. How?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question " British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor created an underwater sculpture garden off the coast of Cancun. Visiting scuba divers love his sculptures, which also benefit their environment. How? "

...1. The sculpture garden offers plentiful hiding places for marine life from the visiting scuba divers. 2. The cement he used is PH-balanced to encourage coral to settle on the sculptures and foster reef regrowth. 3. Sharks are distracted by the statues of people and don't attack other marine inhabitants or visiting divers. 4. The sculptures are made of edible material—not unlike the slow-release vacation fish feeders in home fish tanks.