The festive season is an excellent opportunity for family and friends to engage in fun and interactive activities. One such option is the newly released book, The Pub Quiz Book, by quiz master Dave Orritt. Known for his extensive experience in hosting quiz nights throughout the UK, Orritt has garnered recognition for his contributions to the field, including honors from the King of the United Kingdom.
The book features 60 sets of family-friendly quizzes that cater to a range of knowledge levels. Each quiz is structured into rounds, beginning with easier questions that warm up participants before moving on to medium and finally challenging questions. This format ensures that everyone can join in, regardless of their trivia prowess.
Sample Quiz Questions to Challenge Your Knowledge
To give potential readers a taste of the content, here are some sample questions from the book. Grab a pen and paper, and see how many you can answer without peeking at your phone.
**Round 1**
1. Which of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments is played on clay?
2. In The Wizard of Oz, what was the Scarecrow looking for?
3. Cataracts affect which part of the body?
4. Who was the UK Prime Minister before Boris Johnson?
5. What is the only racket sport that uses a net but not a ball?
6. Which of these chemical elements is naturally magnetic: Copper, zinc or nickel?
7. In the lyrics of his song 7 Days, what did Craig David do on Sunday?
8. Which TV game show has been hosted by Les Dennis and Gino D’Acampo?
9. Which car manufacturer makes the Puma and Kuga models?
10. In which city are the Spanish Steps?
11. Efteling theme park resort is the largest theme park in which country?
12. The phrase “down to the wire” originated in which sport?
13. In the original Jurassic Park film, what everyday object was modified to smuggle dinosaur embryos from the island?
14. Which is the larger instrument: A violin or a viola?
15. In baseball, when a batter hits the ball into play, do they run round the bases clockwise or anticlockwise?
**Round 2**
1. Mark Darcy is the love interest from which series of books and films?
2. What “C” is the person responsible for arranging dance moves?
3. Which chocolate bar did BA Baracus advertise?
4. In which part of the body are the cruciate ligaments found?
5. What “O” is the seven-letter word descriptive of a bad sign?
6. Which of the Gallagher brothers left Oasis first?
7. What is the capital of Mexico?
8. In golf, what type of clothing are plus fours?
9. What is the busiest UK train station outside of London?
10. Found on the Island of Sicily, which is the largest active volcano in Europe?
The book promises a mix of cultural, scientific, and entertainment trivia, suitable for quiz nights with friends or family gatherings during the holidays.
Where to Find The Pub Quiz Book
The Pub Quiz Book is available for purchase on Amazon for £10. With its engaging questions and varied difficulty levels, it serves not just as a source of entertainment but also as a means to stimulate friendly competition among participants.
This Christmas, consider making trivia a part of your celebrations, and see who among your friends and family can claim the title of the ultimate know-it-all.
