2007 & 2008 HISTORY QUIZ

This man was elected president of the USA in the 2008 elections.

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Answer explanation

In November 2008, Barack Obama defeated his opponent (John McCain) and became the first African-American US President.

Katy Perry released these hit songs in 2008.

• Hot n Cold

• I Kissed a Girl

• Roar

• Dark Horse

Answer explanation

They both went on to sell over 6 million copies each, and became two of Perry's most popular songs.

What country won the Euros in 2008?

(a)  

Answer explanation

They defeated Germany in the final, 1-0, and claimed their 2nd title.

Who won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2008?

• Russia: Dima Bilan - Believe

• Norway: Alexander Rybak - Fairytale

• Spain: Chanel - SloMo

• Serbia: Marija Serifovic - Molitva

Answer explanation

He got 272 points, beating Greece's 218 and Ukraine's 230, becoming the first victory for Russia in the contest's history.

Russia forced its army into what country in the year 2008?

• Armenia

• Ukraine

• Belarus

• Georgia

Answer explanation

Many call it the first European war of the 21st century. Both sides were fighting for control of the Georgian regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia.

Amazing discoveries were made about this ancient British landmark in 2008.

• Big Ben

• Stonehenge

• The River Thames

• The Eiffel Tower

Answer explanation

It was discovered to be 50 years older than previously thought.

What city hosted the 2008 Olympic Games?

(a)  

What European country declared its independence in 2008? (But is still not recognised by nearly 80 countries.)

(a)  

Answer explanation

Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in 2008, but countries such as Spain and Russia still do not recognise it as an autonomous nation.

Who won the Champions League in 2008?

• Real Madrid

• Málaga CF

• Manchester United

• Chelsea

Answer explanation

They defeate Chelsea in the first all-English final in the history of the tournament.

Which African country (or countries) suffered a coup d'etat in 2008?

• Mauritania

• Guinea

• Comoros

• Nepal