It's time to put your knowledge to the test with our weekly Sunday quiz. This edition is packed with questions spanning history, science, food, and popular culture, designed to challenge even the most ardent trivia enthusiasts.
A Mix of History and Culture
The quiz kicks off with a question about the UK's rich heritage, asking how many UNESCO World Heritage Sites there are in the country as of October 2025. It then travels back in time to explore the origins of the beloved croissant and tests your literary knowledge by asking which Charles Dickens novel features the character Little Nell.
For those with a scientific bent, there are queries about the average weight of a newborn polar bear cub and the astonishing weight of a typical cumulus cloud. The world of sports isn't forgotten either, with a question about the maximum number of rounds in a professional boxing match.
From Snacks to Superstitions
The quiz also delves into more niche topics. It asks about the launch year of the iconic cheesy snack, Wotsits, in the UK and explores the meaning of unusual words like 'Borborygmus' and 'Wiccaphobia'. Did you know that 'Pinnipeds' are a type of marine creature, or that a Hora is a Jewish circle dance?
Television history is represented with a question about the debut year of the classic ITV animated series, Danger Mouse, featuring the voices of David Jason and Terry Scott.
Yesterday's Answers Revealed
For those who tackled the General Knowledge and Cryptic quizzes from November 15th, the answers are now available. The general knowledge round covered topics from the island of Borneo to the champagne grape Chardonnay and the London Zoo. The cryptic section challenged players with clever wordplay, such as transforming 'Travel' to 'Gravel' and 'Dealer' to 'Dearer'.
Whether you're a quiz novice or a seasoned pro, there's something for everyone. So, grab a pen and paper, and see how well you can do!
