‘Build your own’ quiz night with a large selection of pub quiz questions

 

Why did the Best Picture award at 2017’s Oscars go down in the ceremonies history?	Before being awarded to the correct recipient ‘Moonlight’ It was awarded to the wrong film ‘La La Land’
T’Challa is the birth name of which Marvel superhero and namesake 2018 film?	Black Panther
Peter Kay’s Car Share was one of the decade’s biggest comedy hits, following two supermarket employees whose relationship develops through their participation in the company’s car share scheme. Who starred alongside Kay as Kimberleigh?	Sian Gibson
Jessica Ennis-Hill was one of the stars of the 2012 London Olympics, winning gold in the Heptathlon. In which event did she break a Heptathlon world record?	100m Hurdles with a time of 12.54 seconds
Who did England lose to in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final?	South Africa
Residents of which British town were terrorised by one creepy clown who took Friday 13th to a whole new level in 2013?	Northampton
In 2012. which DJ/Producer released the track Harlem Shake, which went on to inspire one of the decade’s most popular internet memes?	Baauer
Scarlett Moffatt found fame appearing in Channel 4’s armchair critic series Gogglebox. In which year did she win I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!?	2016
Gangsta Granny was one of a number of children’s novels written by which actorcomedian turned author over the course of the decade?	David Walliams
How many Prime Ministers were there throughout the 2010’s?	4 - Gordon Brown (2010), David Cameron (2010-2016), Theresa May (2016-2019) and Boris Johnson (2019)
The 2010’s was a memorable decade for Royal weddings with Prince William marrying Kate Middleton and Prince Harry marrying Meghan Markle. Their cousin, Princess Eugenie, also married in 2018 - where did her wedding take place?	St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle
Which book was named the UK’s best-seller of the decade?	Fifty Shades of Grey by EL James
The animated movie Frozen and its accompanying soundtrack were huge hits in the 2010s. Who provides the voice of Elsa, and the show’s signature song Let It Go?	Idina Menzel
The 2012 London Olympics was one of the decade’s most memorable events, with a spectacular opening ceremony written by Frank Cottrell-Boyce and directed by who?	Danny Boyle
Instagram launched in 2010, going on to become one of the biggest social media platforms of the decade. As of December 2019, what holds the record for the most-liked Instagram post?	A picture of an egg
Andy Murray finally won Wimbledon in the 2010s, picking up the men’s singles title twice. In which year did he first win?	2013
Becoming is the 2018 memoir by which former US First Lady?	Michelle Obama
The novels of Luke Jennings inspired which hit TV drama of the 2010s?	Killing Eve
Madonna 2012’s chart-topping album MDNA meant she’s had No.1s in four consecutive decades. What was memorable about her BRIT awards performance in 2015?	She fell of the stage
She ended the decade as the Duchess of Sussex, but back in 2011 Meghan Markle was beginning a 7-season run as Rachel Zane in which TV drama?	Suits
In 2016, Alicia Keys released "In Common", her first hit song after the birth of her first baby. What music producer, whose real name is Kasseem Dean, is also Alicia's husband and the father of her baby?	Swiss Beatz
Ed Sheeran was sued for copyright infringement in 2016 for what hit song from his album "X"?	Photograph
Pink! recorded the movie theme for "Alice Through The Looking Glass" starring Johnny Depp. Complete this 2016 hit song title, "Just Like _______".?	Fire
Which CD by the Red Hot Chili Peppers was released in 2016 and features the single "Dark Necessities"?	The Getaway
True or False: Kenny Chesney scored a top ten country hit with "Somewhere On A Beach" in the spring of 2016?	False
Brian Fallon released his debut solo album, "Painkillers" in 2016. The New Jersey rocker has recorded multiple albums with his original rock/punk group named _________?	The Gaslight Anthem
In June 2016, Tom Petty took a break from The Heartbreakers and released an original album with his first band. Can you name Tom's other "dirty" group?	Mudcrutch
Which Latin singer released "Try Everything" for the "Zootopia" movie soundtrack and appeared in character form in the movie?	Shakira
We lost David Bowie, Glenn Frey, Prince, and Lemmy in just the first four months of 2016. What is the correct full name of Prince?	Prince Rogers Nelson
Which EDM group scored their first international smash hit with "Don't Let Me Down" in 2016? HINT: Doctors wouldn't approve of their name.	The Chainsmokers
This three-time heavyweight champion passed away in June 2016. He suffered from Parkinson's Disease for over three decades but lived to be 74 years of age. Who is this famous pugilist?	Muhammad Ali
A true musical icon, this beloved singer entertained generations with his avant-garde musical and visual style. There is no one quite like Ziggy Stardust. He's better known by what name?	David Bowie
Like her or not, this former First Lady was a force with which to be reckoned. She began a career as an actress but turned to a life in politics when she married her husband Ronald. Which presidential wife is it?	Nancy Reagan
One of the golfing world's greatest legends died in September 2016 at age 87. Always appreciative of his legions of fans, he received both the "Presidential Medal of Freedom" and a "Congressional Gold Medal" for his contributions to the sport. Name this pro golfer.	Arnold Palmer
Who can forget this Oscar and Emmy-winning actress who so memorably played the role of Helen Keller in the film "The Miracle Worker?" Which talented actress left this world in March 2016?	Patty Duke
He was the longest serving correspondent for the long-running TV news show "60 Minutes." He died in May 2016, just days after retiring at age 84. Which respected reporter is it?	Morley Safer
A master thespian, which British actor will be forever linked to his role as Severus Snape in the "Harry Potter" film series?	Alan Rickman
From his beginnings in stand-up comedy to the creation of his hit sitcom "The Larry Sanders Show," name this one-of-a-kind entertainer who passed away in March 2016?	Garry Shandling
The author and illustrator of the popular children's book series "Llama Llama" passed away in September 2016. Who is this author?	Anna Dewdney
This one-of-a-kind singer/songwriter went by one name and one name only. "Purple Rain" and "When Doves Cry" are two of his hit songs, written and sung by the artist himself. Who is this talented musician?	Prince
Who plays 'Belle' in the 2017 Fairytale 'Beauty and the Beast'?	Emma Watson
What is the title of the sequel to 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes' released in July 2017?	War for the Planet of the Apes
Who voiced The Boss Baby?	Alec Baldwin
Kenneth Branagh stars as which Belgian detective in 'Murder on the Orient Express', released in November?	Hercule Poirot
Once portrayed by David Hasselhoff, which star plays Mitch Buchannon in the Baywatch movie released in 2017?	Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson
7 young outcasts band together to face a shapeshifting monster in which 2017 remake?	It
Set in Berlin, which 2017 film stars Charlize Theron as the MI6 agent Lorraine Broughton?	Atomic Blonde
Ewan McGregor reprises his role as Mark Renton, returning to Scotland after 20 years, in which Danny Boyle directed sequel?	T2 Trainspotting
Which Israeli Actress and Model portrays Diana Prince in the 2017 Fantasy Sci Fi Film 'Wonder Woman'?	Gal Gadot
In the 2017 film Justice League, Amy Adams plays which character and friend of Superman?	Lois Lane
In November 2018 New Caledonia held an independence referendum at which a majority voted against independence. Which country were they voting to become independent from?	France
Who was the leading goalscorer for England at the 2018 FIFA World Cup?	Harry Kane
In May 2018,President Trump announced his intention to withdraw from the nuclear agreement with which country?	Iran
Which country hosted the 2018 Winter Olympic Games?	South Korea
In 2018, Women were officially allowed to drive in which country (the last in the world to do so)?	Saudi Arabia
The Supreme Court of which asian country decriminalised homosexuality in September?	India
Which country became the first major industrialised country to legalise cannabis for recreational use in 2018?	Canada
In July 2018, which planet made its closest approach to earth since 2003?	Mars
Former Russian double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia were poisoned by which substance?	Novichok (a nerve agent)
At Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding, which of the following was NOT banned from the wedding chapel? a) Mobile Phones b) Swords or c) Commoners?	c) Commoners – Meghan was officially a commoner until she married Prince Harry
Alicia Vikander plays which lead character in the Tomb Raider movie?	Lara Croft
In Avengers: Infinity War, the team join forces with which other superhero group in an attempt to defeat Thanos?	Guardians of the Galaxy
What is the name of the 2018 thriller which sees Liam Neeson play a former Police Officer caught up in criminality on his journey home from work?	The Commuter
Which Canadian actor reprised his role as Wade Wilson in David Leitch's Deadpool 2?	Ryan Reynolds
How is Marvel Comics' Scott Lang better known?	Ant-Man
Released on Netflix, which science fiction horror sees Natalie Portman and Jennifer Jason Leigh join a research expedition into the Shimmer?	Annihilation
Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna, and Helena Bonham Carter all star in an all-female spin off of which Steven Soderbergh trilogy?	Oceans 8
Jennifer Lawrence played Dominika Egorova in which 2018 Russian spy thriller?	Red Sparrow
Tom Hardy plays investigative journalist Eddie Brock in which Marvel Comics superhero film released in October 2018?	Venom
Bradley Cooper's directorial debut sees Cooper's character fall for a young singer played by Lady Gaga? What is the film's title?	A Star Is Born
The NHS banned the purchasing of which piece of equipment - the first experimental version being invented by Scotland's Alexander Bain in 1846? A. Microwave B. Fax Machine C. Washing Machine	B – Fax Machine
Which Actor, famous for his role as Battery Sergeant Major Williams in 'It Ain't Half Hot Mum' passed away at the age of 88 on 17 January 2019? A. Don Estelle B. Spike Milligan C. Windsor Davies	C – Windsor Davies
Name the Desperate Housewives actress caught up in the American college admissions bribery scandal? A. Felicity Kendall Huffman B. Eva Longoria C. Teri Hatcher	A – Felicity Kendall Huffman
Who made news headlines by separating from her husband Simon Konecki? A. Adele B. Meghan Trainor C. Sia	A – Adele
In March according to Forbes who became the world’s youngest billionaire at just 21? A. Alexandra Andresen B. John Collison C. Kylie Jenner	C – Kylie Jenner
The U.S. Justice Department charged which Chinese tech firm with multiple counts of fraud? A. Lenovo B. Alibaba C. Huawei	C – Huawei
Which Travel Company, one of the largest and oldest in the world went bankrupt in 2019? A. Thomas Cook B. TUI Travel C. Teletext Holidays	A – Thomas Cook
In rugby, which country did Wales beat at the Millennium Stadium on the final day of the Six Nations to claim their first Grand Slam since 2012? A. Ireland B. England C. Scotland	A – Ireland
In April, a major fire broke out in which iconic building in France? A. Eiffel Tower B. Louvre Museum C. Notre Dame	C – Notre Dame
Sadly, Beth Chapman passed away at the end of June 2019, together with her husband Duane she was best known for which reality television series? A. Dog the Bounty Hunter B. Duck Dynasty C. Swamp People	A – Dog The Bounty Hunter
Tendai Muswere becomes the first person in the UK to be convicted of illegally manufacturing a firearm using what method? A. Melted down Horseshoes B. Customising Fire Extinguishers C. 3D Printer	C – 3D Printer
Volodymyr Zelensky won Ukraine’s presidential election in a landslide, but what was his job before? A. Journalist B. Comedian C. Circus Performer	B – Comedian
Who announced he was leaving The National Television Awards after 9 years as host? A. Trevor McDonald B. Dermot O'Leary C. David Walliams	B – Dermot O'Leary
Which actor is the star of multi-award winning thriller ‘The Joker’? A. Jack Nicholson B. Joaquin Phoenix C. Jared Leto	B – Joaquin Phoenix
Which gang film was banned from Vue cinemas following many 'significant incidents' on the day it was released? A. The Irishman B. Black and Blue C. Blue Story	C – Blue Story
Which British actor plays J. R. R. Tolkien in the biographical film about the Lord of the Rings author's life? A. James McAvoy B. Nicholas Hoult C. Colin Farrell	B – Nicholas Hoult
Which American animated sitcom did China ban in response to the episode "Band in China" which parodied censorship in China? A. South Park B. Family Guy C. American Dad	A – South Park
Roger Law, one half of Luck and Flaw, unveils plans to relaunch which classic ITV series? A. Spitting Image B. Celebrity Deathmatch C. Not The Nine O’Clock News	A – Spitting Image
Which actress won a BAFTA for leading lady for her work in Killing Eve? A. Jodie Comer B. Sandra Oh C. Fiona Shaw	A – Jodie Comer
The 2019 film Pet Sematary is based on a book by which author? A. George R. R. Martin B. J. R. R. Tolkien C. Stephen King	C – Stephen King
The BBC broadcasts its final edition of which programme with an appearance from Mick Hucknall who serenades the presenter? A. The Andrew Marr Show B. The One Show C. This Week	C – This Week
Directed by Guy Ritchie, who plays the Genie in the 2019 adaptation of Aladdin? A. Samuel L Jackson B. Will Smith C. Eddie Murphy	B – Will Smith
Actress Shila Iqbal was fired from which television soap over historical offensive tweets she posted in 2014? A. Coronation Street B. EastEnders C. Emmerdale	C – Emmerdale
It was announced that which politician gave Channel 4's Alternative Christmas Message in 2019? A. Boris Johnson B. John Bercow C. Annunziata Rees-Mogg	B – John Bercow
Following several breaks throughout their career, which boy band made the decision to split for good following their 25th anniversary tour 'Thank You & Goodnight'? A. Westlife B. Take That C. Boyzone	C – Boyzone
In August 2019 who’s ‘Divide’ tour became the most attended and highest grossing tour in history after 893 days on the road? A. Ed Sheeran B. Jake Bugg C. Rag'n'Bone Man	A – Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran teamed up with which Canadian singer on the May hit 'I Don't Care'? A. Avril Lavigne B. Neil Young C. Justin Bieber	C – Justin Bieber
In 2019, whose Madam X Tour arrived in California? A. Lady Gaga B. Madonna C. Kylie Minogue	B – Madonna
Which American singer had a UK number one album in 2019 with 'Hurts 2B Human'? A. Christina Aguilera B. Pink C. Miley Cyrus	B – Pink
Which artist won an MTV Music Award for 'Best New Artist' in 2019? A. Billie Eilish B. Lewis Capaldi C. Ava Max	A – Billie Eilish
The 2019 biographical musical film is based on the life of which musician? A. David Bowie B. Freddie Mercury C. Elton John	C – Elton John
Sophie Turner & Priyanka Chopra appeared in the video of which Jonas Brothers single? A. Pom Poms B. Cool C. Sucker	C – Sucker
Keith Flint passed away in March 2019. With which British electronica group did he make his name? A. Chemical Brothers B. Fat Boy Slim C. Prodigy	C – Prodigy
Which artist performed at the final of Strictly Come Dancing 2019? A. Beyoncé B. Katy Perry C. Taylor Swift	C – Taylor Swift
Which Girl Group reunited on the XFactor Celebrity Final in November 2019, after a decade on hiatus, causing over 400 complaints to Ofcom due to their raunchy performance? A. Pussycat Dolls B. Spice Girls C. Girls Aloud	A – Pussycat Dolls
Who was named the Number 1 Artist of the Decade? A. Lady Gaga B. Ed Sheeran C. Sam Smith	B – Ed Sheeran
Premier League striker Emiliano Sala's plane went missing while on a flight from Nantes to which British city? A. Bristol B. Glasgow C. Cardiff	C – Cardiff
Novak Djokovic beats Roger Federer in the longest ever Wimbledon final. How long did it last? A. Nearly 3 hours B. Nearly 4 hours C. Nearly 5 hours	C – Nearly 5 hours (4 hours 57 minutes)
Which country was banned from global sporting events including the 2020 Olympics and 2022 World Cup? A. Poland B. Russia C. Ukraine	B – Russia
England win the Cricket World Cup final but which country did they beat in the final? A. Australia B. New Zealand C. India	B – New Zealand
In which country was the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup held? And which country won it in July 2019? A. France, USA B. China, Canada C. Brasil, Germany	A – France, USA
Legendary manager Bill Shankly once said of which player, who passed away in April 2019: "he wasn't born, he was quarried"? A. Tommy Smith B. Emlyn Hughes C. Peter Thompson	A – Tommy Smith
Which football club are expelled from the English Football League after the collapse of a takeover bid? A. Bolton Wanderers B. Bury FC C. Bradford City	B – Bury FC
Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga apologised for refusing to do what during the 2019 Cup final? A. Refused to be substituted B. Shake opposite team’s hands C. Defend a penalty kick	A – Refused to be substituted
In 2019, Leicester City equaled the record for the biggest ever Premier League with a 9–0 victory against which team? A. Southampton B. Portsmouth C. Isle of Wight	A – Southampton
Who did Anthony Joshua lose his 4 heavyweight titles to (his first loss to date) on 1 June 2019 and win them back from on 7 December 2019? A. Wladimir Klitschko B. Alexander Dimitrenko C. Andy Ruiz Jr.	C – Andy Ruiz Jr.
Name the horse that won the 2019 Grand National for the second consecutive year? A. Lion Head B. Crocodile Chick C. Tiger Roll	C – Tiger Roll
Former college baseball star Peter Frates sadly lost his battle with motor neurone disease. He was known for being one of the inspirations behind what viral phenomenon? A. Pokemon GO B. Ice Bucket Challenge C. Harlem Shake	B – Ice Bucket Challenge
In 2019, who was unhurt, "but very, very shocked and shaken"? A. Jeremy Corbyn B. The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip C. Philip Schofield	B - The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip
The wedding of Game of Thrones actress Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas was officiated by who? A. Elvis Impersonator B. Sophie’s Character from GOT, Sansa Stark C. Danny Koker from Counting Cars	A - Elvis Impersonator
The first child of Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, was born in 2019; Archie Harrison is in which position in line to the British throne? A. Fifth B. Sixth C. Seventh	C - Seventh
The Jeremy Kyle Show is cancelled by ITV Studios following the suicide of a male guest, but in which year was this British reality series first shown? A. 2005 B. 2006 C. 2007	A - 2005
Mr Thackery is an 89-year-old Chelsea Pensioner who won Series 13 of Britain’s Got Talent; what is his first name? A. Colin B. Malcolm C. Cederic	A - Colin
Who was found guilty of contempt of court on 5 July 2019 and sentenced to nine months in prison? A. Tony Robinson B. Anne Robinson C. Tommy Robinson	C - Tommy Robinson
Joaquin Guzman is sentenced to life in prison plus 30 year, by what name is he better known? A. El Matador B. El Chapo C. El Capo	B - El Chapo
It was made of gold and worth nearly 5 million pounds, but what was stolen from Blenheim Palace in 2019? A. A Golden Retriever B. A Golden Hammer C. A Golden Lavatory	C - A Golden Lavatory
Who announced her engagement to Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi in 2019? A. Princess Beatrice B. Princess Eugenie C. Lady Louise Windsor	A - Princess Beatrice
Which supermarket became the first major one to stop selling fireworks at its 2,300 stores across the UK in 2019? A. Sainsbury’s B. Morrisons C. Tesco	A - Sainsbury’s
Who won I'm A Celebrity 2019? A. Jacqueline Jossa B. Nadine Coyle C. Caitlyn Jenner	A - Jacqueline Jossa
In 2019, who launched a legal action against the makers of Channel 4's The Jump after fracturing vertebrae in 2016? A. Becky Downie B. Kelly Simm C. Beth Tweddle	C – Beth Tweddle
Ms Sanna Marin, aged 34, will become the world’s youngest sitting prime minister in 2019. Which country has she been elected to lead? A. Austria B. Romania C. Finland	C - Finland
In December 2019, Donald Trump cut short his visit to the UK for a Nato summit but who did he accuse of being "two-faced"? A. Justin Trudeau – PM of Canada B. Leo Varadkar – PM of Ireland C. Dmitry Medvedev – PM of Russia	A - Justin Trudeau - Canadian PM
Who asked the questions in that infamous Prince Andrew interview? A. Piers Morgan B. Emily Maitlis C. Holly Willoughby	B - Emily Maitlis
In 2019, production of which car is officially over, with the last one rolling off the production line in Puebla, Mexico? A. Volkswagen Golf B. Volkswagen Beetle C. Volkswagen Polo	B - Volkswagen Beetle
In August 2019, what caused three Derbyshire towns to evacuate 1,500 residents? A. Power Outage B. Tornado C. A dangerous dam	C - A dangerous dam
Which historic shipyard, which built the RMS Titanic, ceased trading in 2019? A. Portsmouth B. Harland and Wolff C. Salford	B - Harland and Wolff
Name the Swedish climate activist who spoke at the 2019 United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York City? And how old was she at the time? A. Greta Thunberg, 16 B. Luisa Neubauer, 23 C. Malala Yousafzai, 22	A - Greta Thunberg, 16
Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange is arrested in 2019 after seven years of living in which country's London embassy? A. Ecuador’s B. Cuba C. Chile	A - Ecuador’s
Former UKIP leader Nigel Farage launched the Brexit Party. What is the party's slogan? A. Get Brexit Done B. Time to Leave C. Change Politics for Good	C - Change Politics for Good
Which denomination coin celebrating Stephen Hawking’s work on black holes was unveiled in March 2019? A. 20p coin B. 50p coin C. £5 coin	B - 50p coin
The 10 millionth of which car was produced in July 2019 in its 60th anniversary year in Oxford? A. Audi TT B. Mini C. Lexus ES	B - Mini
Who was the first guest editor in 103 years of UK Vogue for the September 2019 edition? A. Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge B. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex C. Princess Eugenie of York	B - The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle