The Bing Weekly Quiz is an online trivia game that tests players’ knowledge of current events. The quiz is updated every week with new questions related to news stories that have recently occurred. To play the quiz, players can go to the Bing homepage, where they will find a link to the quiz. Players are presented with a set of multiple-choice questions, and they must select the correct answer within a certain time limit. The quiz has different rounds and levels, each one with the increasing level of difficulty. Players can compete with other players for the highest score and can also share their scores with friends on social media.
Round 1 is all about Headlines. We’ll be asking you questions about the top stories making headlines around the world. From politics to pop culture, this round will have something for everyone. It’s a great way to get a quick snapshot of what’s happening in the world and to test your knowledge of current events. Will you be able to keep up with the latest news and impress us with your knowledge?
Round 1: Headlines
What country recently withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement?
a. United States
b. China
c. Russia
d. Canada
Answer: a. United States
Who won the 2021 Academy Award for Best Actor?
a. Anthony Hopkins
b. Brad Pitt
c. Joaquin Phoenix
d. Tom Hanks
Answer: a. Anthony Hopkins
What major technology company recently announced plans to become carbon neutral by 2030?
a. Amazon
b. Google
c. Facebook
d. Microsoft
Answer: b. Google
Who is the current President of France?
a. Emmanuel Macron
b. Francois Hollande
c. Marine Le Pen
d. Jacques Chirac
Answer: a. Emmanuel Macron
What country is currently experiencing a major political crisis?
a. Mexico
b. Venezuela
c. Brazil
d. Argentina
Answer: b. Venezuela
Which celebrity couple recently announced their separation?
a. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
b. Beyonce and Jay-Z
c. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
d. David and Victoria Beckham
Answer: a. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
What major event was recently held in Saudi Arabia?
a. G20 Summit
b. OPEC Meeting
c. Hajj Pilgrimage
d. Arab League Summit
Answer: a. G20 Summit
What major disaster occurred in Japan in 2021?
a. Earthquake
b. Tsunami
c. Volcanic eruption
d. Flood
Answer: b. Tsunami
Who is the current Prime Minister of Canada?
a. Justin Trudeau
b. Andrew Scheer
c. Jagmeet Singh
d. Erin O’Toole
Answer: d. Erin O’Toole
What country recently held a historic referendum on independence?
a. Scotland
b. Catalonia
c. Quebec
d. Wales
Answer: b. Catalonia
Answer Sheet:
a
a
b
a
b
a
a
b
d
b
Round 2 is all about World News. In this round, we’ll focus on the most important news happening outside of the United States. From the Middle East to Asia, we’ll cover the biggest stories from around the globe. This round will give you an opportunity to learn about the world beyond your own borders and to understand the complex issues that are shaping our global community.
Round 2: World News Quiz
What is the capital of France?
a. Berlin
b. Paris
c. Rome
d. Madrid
Which country is known as the “Land of the Rising Sun”?
a. China
b. Japan
c. South Korea
d. Taiwan
What is the currency of Brazil?
a. Peso
b. Euro
c. Real
d. Dollar
What is the name of the world’s longest river?
a. Amazon River
b. Nile River
c. Yangtze River
d. Mississippi River
What is the name of the tallest mountain in the world?
a. Mount Everest
b. Mount Kilimanjaro
c. Mount Denali
d. Mount Aconcagua
What is the name of the desert that stretches across Northern Africa?
a. Sahara Desert
b. Atacama Desert
c. Gobi Desert
d. Kalahari Desert
What is the name of the world’s largest ocean?
a. Atlantic Ocean
b. Pacific Ocean
c. Indian Ocean
d. Arctic Ocean
Which country is home to the Great Barrier Reef?
a. Australia
b. Mexico
c. South Africa
d. Fiji
What is the name of the world’s longest border?
a. US-Mexico Border
b. Canada-US Border
c. Russia-Kazakhstan Border
d. China-Mongolia Border
What is the name of the world’s smallest country?
a. Vatican City
b. Monaco
c. San Marino
d. Nauru
Answer Sheet:
b
b
c
b
a
a
b
a
b
a
Round 3 is all about Business and Finance. In this round, we’ll delve into the world of business and finance. We’ll ask questions about the stock market, global economy, and the latest business news. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an investor, or just someone who wants to stay informed about the world of money, this round is for you.
Round 3: Business and Finance Quiz
Which company is currently the world’s largest retailer by revenue?
a. Amazon
b. Walmart
c. Alibaba
d. Costco
Answer: b. Walmart
Which stock index is considered to be the most widely followed benchmark for the U.S. stock market?
a. NASDAQ
b. S&P 500
c. Dow Jones Industrial Average
d. Russell 2000
Answer: c. Dow Jones Industrial Average
In what year did the United States officially enter a recession due to the COVID-19 pandemic?
a. 2019
b. 2020
c. 2021
d. 2022
Answer: b. 2020
What is the current Federal Funds Rate set by the Federal Reserve?
a. 0.25%
b. 0.50%
c. 0.75%
d. 1.00%
Answer: d. 1.00%
Which company currently has the highest market capitalization in the world?
a. Apple
b. Microsoft
c. Amazon
d. Google
Answer: a. Apple
Which country has the highest GDP per capita in the world?
a. Qatar
b. Singapore
c. Luxembourg
d. United States
Answer: c. Luxembourg
What is the name of the European Union’s common currency?
a. Euro
b. Pound
c. Dollar
d. Franc
Answer: a. Euro
Which industry has been hit the hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic?
a. Technology
b. Healthcare
c. Tourism and Hospitality
d. Agriculture
Answer: c. Tourism and Hospitality
Who is the current CEO of Tesla?
a. Elon Musk
b. Tim Cook
c. Jeff Bezos
d. Mark Zuckerberg
Answer: a. Elon Musk
What is the name of the cryptocurrency created by Facebook?
a. Bitcoin
b. Ethereum
c. Ripple
d. Libra
Answer: d. Libra
Answer Sheet:
b. Walmart
c. Dow Jones Industrial Average
b. 2020
d. 1.00%
a. Apple
c. Luxembourg
a. Euro
c. Tourism and Hospitality
a. Elon Musk
d. Libra
Round 4 is all about Sports. In this round, we’ll focus on the world of sports. From football to basketball to baseball, we’ll cover the biggest stories and events happening in the world of sports. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just someone who likes to keep up with the latest scores, this round is sure to be a hit.
Quiz: Sports
Who won the 2021 Super Bowl?
A. Kansas City Chiefs
B. San Francisco 49ers
D. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Who won the 2020 World Series?
A. Los Angeles Dodgers
B. New York Yankees
C. Houston Astros
D. St. Louis Cardinals
Who holds the record for the most career home runs in baseball?
A. Babe Ruth
B. Barry Bonds
C. Hank Aaron
D. Mark McGwire
Who is the all-time leading scorer in NBA history?
A. Michael Jordan
B. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
C. LeBron James
D. Wilt Chamberlain
Who is the most decorated Olympian of all time?
A. Michael Phelps
B. Simone Biles
C. Usain Bolt
D. Carl Lewis
Who is the all-time leading goal scorer in soccer history?
A. Cristiano Ronaldo
B. Lionel Messi
C. Pele
D. Miroslav Klose
Who is the most successful F1 driver of all time?
A. Michael Schumacher
B. Lewis Hamilton
C. Ayrton Senna
D. Juan Manuel Fangio
Answer Sheet:
D. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
A. Los Angeles Dodgers
B. Barry Bonds
B. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
A. Michael Phelps
B. Lionel Messi
B. Lewis Hamilton
And last but not least, the Bonus Round is all about Pop Culture. In this round, we’ll test your knowledge of the latest trends and happenings in pop culture. From music to movies to television, we’ll cover the most popular topics in entertainment. This round is a fun way to wrap up the quiz and to test your knowledge of the latest pop culture trends.
So come test your knowledge with us and have fun while learning something new! Stay informed, stay current, and get ready to impress your friends and family with your knowledge of the world around you. Thank you for taking the Bing Weekly Quiz!
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