#1

Which city was the most expensive in the world according to a February 2012 survey?

(a) Tokyo

(b) Singapore

(c) Hong Kong

(d) Zurich

Explanation: Zurich, Switzerland, was ranked the most expensive city in a February 2012 survey due to its high living costs and strong economy. Unlike Tokyo, Singapore, or Hong Kong, Zurich’s ranking defines its significance, as correctly indicated in the document.

#2

Who was elected as the ADB President in February 2025?

(a) Takehiko Nakao

(b) Masato Kanda

(c) Fujioka Masao

(d) Ashok Lavasa

Explanation: Masato Kanda was elected President of the ADB by its Board of Governors and assumed office on February 24, 2025.

#3

Which G7 member has the presidency in 2026?

(a) France

(b) Germany

(c) United States

(d) Japan

Explanation: The G7 presidency rotates annually, and the United States is scheduled to hold it in 2026, following Canada’s 2025 presidency.

#4

Which pact was signed on 9th February, 1934?

(a) CENTO

(b) Balkan Pact

(c) SEATO

(d) NATO

Explanation: The Balkan Pact (or Balkan Entente) was signed on February 9, 1934, in Athens. It was a treaty between Greece, Turkey, Romania, and Yugoslavia designed to guarantee the signatories' existing borders and maintain the geopolitical status quo in the region against Bulgarian and Italian expansionism.

#5

Which veteran actor known for 'The French Connection' and 'Superman' died in February 2025?

(a) Marlon Brando

(b) Gene Hackman

(c) Dustin Hoffman

(d) Al Pacino

Explanation: Gene Hackman, the two-time Oscar winner known for his powerful roles in 'The French Connection' and 'Unforgiven', died on February 26, 2025, at age 95.

#6

Which 'Gossip Girl' and 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' actress died in February 2025?

(a) Sarah Michelle Gellar

(b) Michelle Trachtenberg

(c) Blake Lively

(d) Leighton Meester

Explanation: Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles as Georgina Sparks in 'Gossip Girl' and Dawn Summers in 'Buffy', was found unresponsive in New York and died on February 26, 2025.

#7

Which South Korean actress, known for her roles since 2009, died in February 2025?

(a) Kim Yoo-jung

(b) Kim Sae-ron

(c) Kim So-hyun

(d) Moon Ga-young

Explanation: Kim Sae-ron, a South Korean actress active since childhood, passed away on February 16, 2025, at the age of 24.

#8

Which three countries will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

(a) Spain, Portugal, Morocco

(b) USA, Canada, Mexico

(c) Brazil, Argentina, Chile

(d) Japan, South Korea, China

Explanation: The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

#9

Which Grand Slam tournament did Carlos Alcaraz aim to win in 2026 to complete his Career Grand Slam?

(a) Wimbledon

(b) US Open

(c) French Open

(d) Australian Open

Explanation: Having won the other three majors by the end of 2025, Carlos Alcaraz set his sights on winning the Australian Open in 2026 to complete his Career Grand Slam.

#10

Which city was announced as the host for the Laver Cup in 2026?

(a) Paris

(b) Madrid

(c) Stockholm

(d) Rome

Explanation: It was announced during the 2025 event that the Laver Cup would return to Europe in 2026, specifically to Paris.

#11

What is the host location for the 2026 Winter Olympics?

(a) Salt Lake City

(b) Milan-Cortina

(c) Nice-Alps

(d) Sapporo

Explanation: The 2026 Winter Games will be hosted jointly by Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo in Italy.

#12

Which new winter sport will debut at the 2026 Winter Olympics?

(a) Ski Mountaineering

(b) Telemark Skiing

(c) Winter Triathlon

(d) Synchronized Skating

Explanation: Ski Mountaineering (Skimo) has been approved as a new sport for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

#13

What is the name of the female mascot for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics?

(a) Milo

(b) Tina

(c) Neve

(d) Gliz

Explanation: The mascots are two stoats named Tina (for Cortina, the Olympic mascot) and Milo (for Milan, the Paralympic mascot).

#14

In the Milan-Cortina 2026 Games, which sport will host its events in the Valtellina region?

(a) Ice Hockey

(b) Alpine Skiing (Men)

(c) Figure Skating

(d) Curling

Explanation: Men's Alpine Skiing will be held on the famous Stelvio slope in Bormio, which is in the Valtellina region.

#15

What is the primary fuel source for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic torch?

(a) Hydrogen

(b) Natural Gas

(c) Bio-LPG

(d) Electric Battery

Explanation: The organizers have stated the flame will be fueled by Bio-LPG to promote sustainability.

#16

Which African city will host the 2026 Youth Olympic Games?

(a) Cairo

(b) Dakar

(c) Nairobi

(d) Cape Town

Explanation: The 2026 Youth Olympic Games will be held in Dakar, Senegal, marking the first Olympic event to be held on the African continent.

#17

Which nations will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

(a) USA, Canada, Mexico

(b) Spain, Portugal, Morocco

(c) Germany, France, Italy

(d) Japan, South Korea, China

Explanation: The 2026 World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the first time three nations share the hosting duties.

#18

How many teams will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

(a) 32

(b) 40

(c) 48

(d) 64

Explanation: The 2026 World Cup will expand the tournament format from 32 teams to 48 teams for the first time.

#19

Who will host the 2026 Asian Games?

(a) Doha, Qatar

(b) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

(c) Aichi-Nagoya, Japan

(d) Seoul, South Korea

Explanation: The 20th Asian Games in 2026 are scheduled to be held in the Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya in Japan.

#20

What is the name of the mascot for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya?

(a) Honhon

(b) Not yet officially revealed

(c) Miraitowa

(d) Someity

Explanation: As of late 2023/early 2024, the specific mascots for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Games have been in the design contest phase but not widely popularized or finalized like previous editions.

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