#121

The exclusion of Cricket from the 2026 Commonwealth Games primarily impacts which Pakistani team?

(a) Men's Team only

(b) Women's Team only

(c) Both Men's and Women's Teams

(d) Under-19 Team

Explanation: Both men's and women's cricket (which have been part of recent multi-sport games or discussions) are excluded, impacting Pakistan's medal prospects in both.

#122

Which Australian state withdrew from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games citing rising costs?

(a) New South Wales

(b) Queensland

(c) Victoria

(d) Western Australia

Explanation: The state of Victoria, Australia, was the original host but withdrew in 2023 due to projected budget blowouts.

#123

Which sport will return to the Asian Games in 2026 after being absent?

(a) Bowling

(b) Bodybuilding

(c) Cricket (Already there)

(d) Powerlifting

Explanation: Tenpin Bowling is often rotated, but Cricket is a notable inclusion. However, based on the specific 2026 program, Baseball/Softball is a key highlight for Japan. (Note: Bowling was in 2018, out in 2022. Japan has a strong bowling tradition, but the official list highlights Baseball). Let's stick to the confirmed inclusion: Baseball is a major focus for Nagoya.

#124

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow will utilize venues from which previous edition?

(a) 2002 Manchester

(b) 2014 Glasgow

(d) 2018 Gold Coast

Explanation: The 2026 Games will heavily rely on existing infrastructure from the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games to keep costs low.

#125

Which city will host the 2030 Asian Games (following Nagoya 2026)?

(a) Riyadh

(b) Doha

(c) Bangkok

(d) New Delhi

Explanation: Doha, Qatar has been selected to host the 2030 Asian Games.

#126

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

(a) USA, Canada, Mexico

(b) Spain, Portugal, Morocco

(c) Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay

(d) France, Germany, Italy

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

#127

Which city will host the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026?

(a) Los Angeles

(b) Mexico City

(c) New York/New Jersey

(d) Dallas

Explanation: FIFA announced that the final of the 2026 World Cup will be played at the MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.

#128

Who became the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion of the world in May 2024, the first in the four-belt era?

(a) Tyson Fury

(b) Anthony Joshua

(c) Oleksandr Usyk

(d) Deontay Wilder

Explanation: Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in May 2024 to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the 21st century.

#129

Which country will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside the USA and Mexico?

(a) Brazil

(b) Argentina

(c) Canada

(d) Colombia

Explanation: Canada is one of the three co-hosts for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, along with the United States and Mexico.

#130

Which historic rank was approved for Army Chief General Asim Munir in May 2025?

(a) General of the Army

(b) Field Marshal

(c) Supreme General

(d) Marshal of the Air Force

Explanation: In May 2025, the Federal Cabinet approved the promotion of General Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal in recognition of his leadership during the 'Marka-e-Haq' and 'Operation Bunyanum Marsoos'.

#131

Which legendary Pakistani actor passed away in May 2024?

(a) Qavi Khan

(b) Talat Hussain

(c) Abid Ali

(d) Shakeel

Explanation: Legendary actor Talat Hussain passed away in May 2024. He was a revered figure in the Pakistani entertainment industry known for his voice and acting prowess.

#132

What is the name of Pakistan's first lunar mission satellite launched in May 2024?

(a) Badr-L

(b) iCube-Qamar

(c) Shaheen-Moon

(d) Rehbar-2

Explanation: iCube-Qamar (ICUBE-Q) is Pakistan's first lunar satellite mission. It was designed and developed by the Institute of Space Technology (IST) in collaboration with SUPARCO and China's Shanghai University.

#133

What is the significance of the date May 28, 1998, in Pakistan's scientific history?

(a) First Satellite Launch

(b) Youm-e-Takbeer (Nuclear Tests)

(c) Discovery of Gas in Sui

(d) Establishment of SUPARCO

Explanation: On May 28, 1998, Pakistan conducted successful nuclear tests at Chagai (Youm-e-Takbeer), becoming the world's 7th nuclear power.

#134

What was the theme for the International Day for Biological Diversity 2025 (May 22)?

(a) Building a shared future for all life

(b) From Agreement to Action: Build Back Biodiversity

(c) Be part of the Plan

(d) Our solutions are in nature

Explanation: The theme 'Be part of the Plan' (used in 2024/2025 campaigns) urges all stakeholders to halt and reverse the loss of biodiversity.

#135

Which 'MAS*H' actress, famous for playing Major Margaret 'Hot Lips' Houlihan, died in May 2025?

(a) Alan Alda

(b) Loretta Swit

(c) Jamie Farr

(d) Mike Farrell

Explanation: Loretta Swit, best known for her role as Major Margaret Houlihan on 'M*A*S*H', died in May 2025.

#136

Which conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA was fatally shot in May 2025?

(a) Ben Shapiro

(b) Charlie Kirk

(c) Tucker Carlson

(d) Candace Owens

Explanation: Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, died in May 2025 after being shot at an event in Utah.

#137

Willie Mays, the 'Say Hey Kid' considered one of baseball's greatest players, died in 2024 at what age?

(a) 88

(b) 90

(c) 93

(d) 95

Explanation: Willie Mays passed away on June 18, 2024, at the age of 93.

#138

Which Nobel Prize-winning physicist, who co-invented the charge-coupled device (CCD), died in May 2025?

(a) Peter Higgs

(b) George E. Smith

(c) Willard Boyle

(d) Charles Kao

Explanation: George E. Smith, who won the Nobel Prize for inventing the CCD sensor used in digital imaging, died in May 2025.

#139

Bill Walton, the Hall of Fame basketball center and broadcaster, died in May 2024. Which college team did he star for?

(a) Duke

(b) UCLA

(c) North Carolina

(d) Kentucky

Explanation: Bill Walton starred for John Wooden's UCLA Bruins before his NBA career; he passed away on May 27, 2024.

#140

Which Iranian President died in a helicopter crash in May 2024?

(a) Hassan Rouhani

(b) Ebrahim Raisi

(c) Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

(d) Ali Khamenei

Explanation: Ebrahim Raisi, the President of Iran, died in a helicopter crash in May 2024.

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