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
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for playing Theo Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show', died in July 2025 in which country?
Answer:
Costa Rica
Malcolm-Jamal Warner passed away on July 21, 2025, after an accident in Costa Rica.
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Which legendary pop singer known for hits like 'Who's Sorry Now?' died in July 2025?
Answer:
Connie Francis
Connie Francis, one of the most successful female vocalists of the late 50s and 60s, passed away on July 17, 2025.
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Diane Ladd, the Oscar-nominated actress and mother of Laura Dern, died in November 2025. In which film did she star alongside her daughter?
Answer:
Rambling Rose
Diane Ladd, who died on November 3, 2025, famously starred with her daughter Laura Dern in 'Rambling Rose', earning them both Oscar nominations.
34
Which conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA was fatally shot in May 2025?
Answer:
Charlie Kirk
Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, died in May 2025 after being shot at an event in Utah.
35
George Foreman, the two-time world heavyweight boxing champion and entrepreneur, passed away in March 2025. What product was he famously associated with?
Answer:
Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine
George Foreman, who died on March 21, 2025, became a household name globally for the George Foreman Grill.
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Which 'M*A*S*H' actress, famous for playing Major Margaret 'Hot Lips' Houlihan, died in May 2025?
Answer:
Loretta Swit
Loretta Swit, best known for her role as Major Margaret Houlihan on 'M*A*S*H', died in May 2025.
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Ngugi wa Thiong'o, the celebrated East African writer and author of 'Weep Not, Child', died in which month of 2025?
Answer:
May
Kenyan author Ngugi wa Thiong'o, a giant of African literature, passed away in May 2025 at the age of 87.
38
Ace Frehley, the founding lead guitarist of which iconic rock band, died in October 2025?
Answer:
KISS
Ace Frehley, the original 'Spaceman' guitarist for KISS, passed away on October 16, 2025, at the age of 74.
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Which former German President and Managing Director of the IMF died in February 2025?
Answer:
Horst Köhler
Horst Köhler, who served as Germany's president (2004–2010) and IMF Managing Director, died on February 8, 2025.
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Jimmy Cliff, the reggae legend known for 'I Can See Clearly Now', passed away in late 2025. Which film did he famously star in?
Answer:
The Harder They Come
Jimmy Cliff, who died in November 2025, starred in and recorded the soundtrack for the seminal Jamaican film 'The Harder They Come'.