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 film received the most nominations (14) without winning Best Picture?
Answer:
La La Land
'La La Land' received 14 nominations (tying the record) but lost Best Picture to 'Moonlight'.
32
Who is the most nominated living person in Oscar history?
Answer:
John Williams
Composer John Williams holds the record for the most nominations by a living person (54).
33
Which actor refused his Best Actor Oscar for 'The Godfather' in 1973?
Answer:
Marlon Brando
Marlon Brando refused the award in protest of Hollywood's portrayal of Native Americans, sending Sacheen Littlefeather in his place.
34
Which film won Best Picture at the 2024 Oscars?
Answer:
Oppenheimer
'Oppenheimer' won 7 awards, including Best Picture, at the 96th Academy Awards.
35
Who was the first woman to win the Academy Award for Best Director?
Answer:
Kathryn Bigelow
Kathryn Bigelow became the first female winner in 2010 for 'The Hurt Locker'.
36
Which two actors tied for Best Actress in 1969?
Answer:
Katharine Hepburn and Barbra Streisand
Katharine Hepburn ('The Lion in Winter') and Barbra Streisand ('Funny Girl') tied for the award.
37
Who has won the most total Academy Awards in history?
Answer:
Walt Disney
Walt Disney won 22 competitive Oscars and 4 honorary ones, holding the record for most wins.
38
Which film was the first non-English language movie to win Best Picture?
Answer:
Parasite
South Korea's 'Parasite' (2019) was the first non-English film to win Best Picture.
39
Who became the oldest winner of the Best Actor Oscar at age 83?
Answer:
Anthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins won Best Actor for 'The Father' in 2021 at the age of 83.
40
Who is the youngest person to ever win a competitive Academy Award?
Answer:
Tatum O'Neal
Tatum O'Neal won Best Supporting Actress at age 10 for 'Paper Moon'.