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
31
Which Italian defender was bitten by Luis Suárez during the 2014 World Cup?
Answer:
Giorgio Chiellini
Luis Suárez was banned after biting Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini during a group stage match in 2014.
32
Which country hosted the 2018 FIFA World Cup?
Answer:
Russia
Russia hosted the 2018 tournament, with the final played at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.
33
Who captained Italy to their 1982 World Cup victory at the age of 40?
Answer:
Dino Zoff
Goalkeeper Dino Zoff captained Italy to victory in 1982, becoming the oldest player to ever win the World Cup.
34
What was the name of the stadium that hosted the first World Cup final in 1930?
Answer:
Estadio Centenario
The Estadio Centenario in Montevideo, Uruguay, was built specifically for the 1930 World Cup and hosted the final.
35
Which country has finished in 3rd place the most times in World Cup history?
Answer:
Germany
Germany has finished third on four occasions (1934, 1970, 2006, 2010), the most of any nation.
36
Who scored the 'Goal of the Century' in the 1986 World Cup?
Answer:
Diego Maradona
Diego Maradona scored the 'Goal of the Century' against England just minutes after his infamous 'Hand of God' goal.
37
Who was the top scorer (Golden Boot) of the 1982 World Cup?
Answer:
Paolo Rossi
Paolo Rossi scored 6 goals, including a hat-trick against Brazil and a goal in the final, to win the Golden Boot in 1982.
38
Which of the following men won the World Cup as both a player and a manager?
Answer:
Franz Beckenbauer
Franz Beckenbauer won the World Cup as a player (captain) in 1974 and as a manager in 1990 with West Germany.
39
In which year were substitutions first allowed in the World Cup?
Answer:
1970
Substitutions were officially introduced for the first time at the 1970 World Cup in Mexico.
40
Which player won the Golden Ball as the best player of the 2010 World Cup?
Answer:
Diego Forlán
Uruguay's Diego Forlán won the Golden Ball in 2010 for his outstanding performances, leading his team to the semi-finals.