General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
5731
Which suspension bridge in the UK held the record for the world's longest main span from 1981 until 1998?
Answer:
Humber Bridge
The Humber Bridge in England held the record for the world's longest single-span suspension bridge for 17 years until it was surpassed by Japan's Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.
5732
Stari Most is a reconstructed 16th-century Ottoman bridge located in which city?
Answer:
Mostar
Stari Most (Old Bridge) is a reconstructed Ottoman bridge in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The original was destroyed in 1993 and rebuilt by 2004.
5733
The Russky Bridge, located in Vladivostok, holds the record for the world's longest span of which type of bridge?
Answer:
Cable-stayed bridge
The Russky Bridge in Vladivostok, Russia, has the longest cable-stayed span in the world at 1,104 meters.
5734
The Gateshead Millennium Bridge in England is often referred to as the 'Blinking Eye' due to its ability to do what?
Answer:
Tilt to let ships pass
Nicknamed the 'Blinking Eye Bridge,' the Gateshead Millennium Bridge tilts to allow ships to pass underneath its pedestrian and cyclist walkway.
5735
The Forth Bridge in Scotland is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a prime example of what type of bridge design?
Answer:
Cantilever
The Forth Bridge is a famous cantilever railway bridge in Scotland. Opened in 1890, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its massive red steel structure.
5736
Which bridge connecting New Jersey and New York City is known for having the busiest vehicle traffic of any bridge in the world?
Answer:
George Washington Bridge
The George Washington Bridge connects New Jersey to Manhattan. This double-decked suspension bridge carries the world's busiest motor vehicle traffic.
5737
The Confederation Bridge spans the Abegweit Passage and is famous for being the longest bridge over what type of water?
Answer:
Ice-covered water
Connecting Prince Edward Island to mainland Canada, the Confederation Bridge is the longest bridge in the world over ice-covered water.
5738
The Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) is a famous covered wooden footbridge located in which Swiss city?
Answer:
Lucerne
The Chapel Bridge is a covered wooden footbridge in Lucerne, Switzerland. Built in 1333, it is one of Europe's oldest wooden bridges and features interior paintings.
5739
Which bridge system currently holds the record for the longest sea-crossing bridge in the world?
Answer:
Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge
The Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge is the world's longest sea-crossing bridge-tunnel system, spanning approximately 55 kilometers.
5740
The Rialto Bridge is the oldest of the four bridges spanning which famous waterway?
Answer:
The Grand Canal
The Rialto Bridge is the oldest bridge spanning the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy. The current stone structure was completed in 1591.