GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUESTIONS

Front

What is a person who climbs mountains called?

Back

A mountaineer.

Front

Complete the idiom: 'When in Rome, __________.'

Back

do as the Romans do.

Front

What is the term for your sister's son?

Back

Nephew.

Front

How can you phonetically write 'tulips' to mean something different?

Back

Two lips or 2 lips.

Front

What is the most commonly used letter in the English alphabet?

Back

E.

Front

What is the definition of an idiom?

Back

An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

Front

What is the significance of the phrase 'When in Rome'?

Back

It suggests that one should adapt to the customs of the places they visit.

Front

What is the relationship between a niece and a nephew?

Back

A niece is the daughter of one's sibling, while a nephew is the son of one's sibling.

Front

What is a homophone?

Back

A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.

Front

Can you give an example of a homophone?

Back

'Flour' and 'flower' are examples of homophones.