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
91
Which Brazilian Paralympian swimmer, known as 'Rocketman', won three gold medals in Paris?
Answer:
Gabriel Araujo
Gabriel Araujo, nicknamed 'Gabrielzinho' or 'Rocketman', became a sensation by winning three gold medals in the S2 swimming events.
92
Which sport will return to the Olympics in 2028 after being absent since 1900?
Answer:
Cricket
Cricket will return to the Olympic program for LA 2028, having last been played in the 1900 Paris Games.
93
Where was the surfing competition for the Paris 2024 Olympics held?
Answer:
Tahiti
The surfing events were held in Teahupo'o, Tahiti, in French Polynesia, setting a record for the farthest distance between a host city and a competition venue.
94
Which athlete was stripped of her bronze medal in the gymnastics floor exercise controversy?
Answer:
Jordan Chiles
US gymnast Jordan Chiles was stripped of her bronze medal days after the event when the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled her coach's inquiry was filed 4 seconds past the deadline.
95
What was the name of the official mascot for the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics?
Answer:
The Phryges
The mascots were the Phryges, small red characters modeled after the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom in French history.
96
Which team sport has been officially confirmed to be added to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic program?
Answer:
Flag Football
Flag Football is one of the five new sports proposed by LA28 and approved by the IOC, marking its Olympic debut.
97
Which French swimmer won four individual gold medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Answer:
Leon Marchand
Leon Marchand was the star of the Games for France, winning four individual gold medals (200m breaststroke, 200m butterfly, 200m IM, 400m IM) and setting multiple Olympic records.
98
Which new sport made its Olympic debut at Paris 2024?
Answer:
Breaking
Breaking (breakdancing) was the only sport to make its debut at the Paris 2024 Games, held at Place de la Concorde.
99
Who performed the closing act of the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony from the Eiffel Tower?
Answer:
Celine Dion
Celine Dion made a triumphant return to performing by singing 'Hymne à l'amour' from the Eiffel Tower to close the Opening Ceremony.
100
Which country topped the overall medal table at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics?
Answer:
United States
The United States topped the medal table with a total of 126 medals, including 40 golds. Although China also won 40 golds, the USA secured the top spot due to a higher number of silver medals.