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
61
What happens if a World Cup knockout match is tied after 120 minutes?
Answer:
Penalty Shootout
If the score is tied after regular time and extra time (120 minutes total), the match is decided by a penalty shootout.
62
Which player became the first to score in five different World Cup tournaments?
Answer:
Cristiano Ronaldo
In 2022, Cristiano Ronaldo became the first male player to score at least one goal in five different World Cup tournaments (2006–2022).
63
Who was the captain of the West Germany team that won the 1990 World Cup?
Answer:
Lothar Matthäus
Lothar Matthäus captained West Germany to victory in 1990 and was also named the European Footballer of the Year that season.
64
Which country hosted the World Cup in 1994?
Answer:
USA
The United States hosted the 1994 World Cup, which holds the record for the highest total attendance in tournament history.
65
Which player is known as 'O Fenômeno'?
Answer:
Ronaldo Nazário
Ronaldo Nazário, the Brazilian striker who scored 15 World Cup goals, is widely known by the nickname 'O Fenômeno' (The Phenomenon).
66
In which World Cup did the 'Miracle of Bern' take place?
Answer:
1954
The 'Miracle of Bern' refers to the 1954 final where West Germany defeated the heavily favored Hungarian 'Golden Team' 3-2.
67
Which team has finished as World Cup runner-up the most times without ever winning?
Answer:
Netherlands
The Netherlands has reached the World Cup final three times (1974, 1978, 2010) but lost on all three occasions, the most for any non-winner.
68
Who scored the winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final?
Answer:
Andrés Iniesta
Andrés Iniesta scored the only goal of the match in the 116th minute to give Spain the victory over the Netherlands in the 2010 final.
69
Which nation failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup for the first time since 1958?
Answer:
Italy
Italy, a four-time champion, failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, breaking a streak of appearances dating back to 1958.
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Which player has won the most World Cup matches?
Answer:
Miroslav Klose
Miroslav Klose has been on the winning side in 17 World Cup matches, the most of any player in history.