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
101
Which person holds the record for the longest beard ever recorded?
Answer:
Hans Langseth
Hans Langseth’s beard exceeded 5 meters.
102
Which video game holds the record for the best-selling game of all time?
Answer:
Minecraft
Minecraft has sold more than any other game in history.
103
Which mammal holds the record for jumping the highest relative to body size?
Answer:
Flea
Fleas can jump over 100 times their own height.
104
Which structure holds the record for the longest underwater tunnel?
Answer:
Seikan Tunnel
Japan's Seikan Tunnel is the longest and deepest underwater tunnel.
105
Which mathematical constant holds the record for having the most digits memorized?
Answer:
Pi
The record for memorizing digits belongs to Pi, with tens of thousands memorized.
106
Which company holds the record for becoming the first to hit a $1 trillion valuation?
Answer:
Microsoft
Apple was the first company to be valued at $1 trillion.
107
Which food holds the record for being the hottest pepper?
Answer:
Trinidad Scorpion
The Carolina Reaper is officially recognized as the hottest pepper.
108
Which person holds the record for spending the longest time in space?
Answer:
Valeri Polyakov
Valeri Polyakov spent 437 days on a single mission aboard Mir.
109
Which book holds the record for being the longest novel ever published?
Answer:
In Search of Lost Time
Artamène is one of the longest novels, featuring over 2 million words.
110
Which athlete holds the record for the highest vertical jump?
Answer:
Kadour Ziani
Kadour Ziani is known for record-setting vertical leaps.