Current Events Quiz: October 28 Edition

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Current Events Quiz: October 28 Edition

Stay informed and test your knowledge of the week's biggest headlines with our Current Events Quiz. We've curated a selection of questions covering a variety of topics, from politics and international affairs to science and technology. So put on your thinking cap and see how much you know!

Instructions:

• Read each question carefully.
• Choose the answer you believe is most accurate.
• Check your answers at the end to see how you scored!

Questions:

1. What country's leader recently faced a no-confidence vote, which they survived?

   • A) United States
   • B) United Kingdom
   • C) Canada
   • D) Australia

2. The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to which author this week?

   • A) Kazuo Ishiguro
   • B) Margaret Atwood
   • C) Salman Rushdie
   • D) Jonathan Franzen

3. What major technology company announced a new AI-powered search engine this week?

   • A) Google
   • B) Microsoft
   • C) Meta
   • D) Apple

4. A major earthquake struck which country this week, causing widespread damage and casualties?

   • A) Italy
   • B) Turkey
   • C) Japan
   • D) Mexico

5. Which country announced a significant increase in its military budget this week?

   • A) Russia
   • B) China
   • C) India
   • D) South Korea

Answers:

1. B) United Kingdom - Rishi Sunak, the UK Prime Minister, survived a no-confidence vote within his own party.
2. C) Salman Rushdie - The renowned author was awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature.
3. B) Microsoft - Microsoft announced a new AI-powered search engine, challenging Google's dominance in the field.
4. D) Mexico - A powerful earthquake struck Mexico, resulting in significant damage and sadly, loss of life.
5. B) China - China announced a significant increase in its military budget, reflecting its growing military ambitions.

How did you do?

• 5/5: You're a true current events expert! Stay informed and keep up the good work.
• 3-4/5: You're well-versed in current affairs. Keep reading the news and expanding your knowledge!
• 1-2/5: Don't worry, staying informed is a journey! Make a conscious effort to read news sources regularly and expand your understanding of global events.

Remember: Staying informed about current events is crucial for engaging in thoughtful discussions, making informed decisions, and understanding the world around us. Keep checking back for more editions of our Current Events Quiz!