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
11
What is the longest river in Europe?
Answer:
Volga
The Volga River in Russia is the longest river in Europe.
12
Which metal is the best conductor of electricity?
Answer:
Silver
Silver is the most conductive metal, though copper is standard for wiring due to cost.
13
What is the largest species of shark?
Answer:
Whale Shark
The Whale Shark is the largest fish/shark species, growing up to 12.65 meters (41.5 ft).
14
Which city claims the title of the oldest continuously inhabited city?
Answer:
Damascus
Damascus, Syria, is widely cited as the oldest continuously inhabited major city, dating back thousands of years.
15
What is the rarest blood type in humans (ABO system)?
Answer:
AB Negative
AB Negative is generally the rarest blood type, occurring in less than 1% of the population.
16
What is the only mammal capable of true flight?
Answer:
Bat
Bats are the only mammals capable of sustained flight; others like flying squirrels only glide.
17
Which snake is the longest venomous snake in the world?
Answer:
King Cobra
The King Cobra can reach lengths of up to 18.8 feet (5.7 meters).
18
What is the largest organ of the human body?
Answer:
Skin
The skin is the body's largest organ, covering a surface area of about 2 square meters in adults.
19
Which is the oldest company in the world?
Answer:
Kongo Gumi
Kongo Gumi, a Japanese construction company, operated for over 1,400 years (founded in 578 AD) until it was absorbed in 2006.
20
What is the longest animal migration?
Answer:
Arctic Tern
The Arctic Tern flies from the Arctic to the Antarctic and back, covering about 71,000 km (44,000 miles) annually.