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About This Presentation
Comquest Prelims was formulated by Quiz Masters Shubhang Agarwal, Rishi Iyer and Yash Bavishi.. It is an annual Business Quiz Event held in Chinmaya International Residential School.
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COMQUEST 2024
Prelims
Prelims
Instructions:
Write answers neat and legibly
(preferably in BLOCK LETTERS).
Do not shout out the answers, and raise
your hand for any doubts.
QM Decision is Final.
5th, 10th, 15th, 20th and 25th questions
are STARRED.
Write answers neat and legibly
(preferably in BLOCK LETTERS).
Do not shout out the answers, and raise
your hand for any doubts.
QM Decision is Final.
5th, 10th, 15th, 20th and 25th questions
are STARRED.
Q1. When Iraq was part of the Ottoman Empire, it was
the Turkish pound which was the official currency of
Iraq. But when the Ottomans were displaced from Iraq
after WWI, Iraq was not having their own financial
institution, then they adopted another country's
monetary system and “X” became the principal currency
of Iraq and circulated till 1932 before the introduction
of Dinar.
Identify “X”.
the Turkish pound which was the official currency of
Iraq. But when the Ottomans were displaced from Iraq
after WWI, Iraq was not having their own financial
institution, then they adopted another country's
monetary system and “X” became the principal currency
of Iraq and circulated till 1932 before the introduction
of Dinar.
Identify “X”.
Q2. Whilst a unicorn is a startup company valued at
over US$1 billion which is privately owned and not
listed on a share market. The term ‘X’ refers to a
company that was previously valued at $1 billion but
is now worth much less.
The term ‘X’ is a wordplay on the term which stands
in opposite contrast to it.
Identify the term ‘X’.
over US$1 billion which is privately owned and not
listed on a share market. The term ‘X’ refers to a
company that was previously valued at $1 billion but
is now worth much less.
The term ‘X’ is a wordplay on the term which stands
in opposite contrast to it.
Identify the term ‘X’.
Q3. This was a commercial from which well-
known company?
known company?
Q4. Bronte EcKermann — a former Australian
grade cricketer and engineer — invented the X in
2012. He and his business partner, David
Leggitwood, founded Zing International in
Australia. This expensive invention first came into
use in IPL in 2016. Identify X.
grade cricketer and engineer — invented the X in
2012. He and his business partner, David
Leggitwood, founded Zing International in
Australia. This expensive invention first came into
use in IPL in 2016. Identify X.
Q5. Because of the new technologies adopted by the
common people a certain 'profession' has been reduced to
great extent in Kerala (and India, in general).
Now under 10 cases are being filed annually in each
district in regards with this type of incident. Several years
ago it was said there were experts who gave training to
perform such crimes.
What type of crimes have reduced ?
common people a certain 'profession' has been reduced to
great extent in Kerala (and India, in general).
Now under 10 cases are being filed annually in each
district in regards with this type of incident. Several years
ago it was said there were experts who gave training to
perform such crimes.
What type of crimes have reduced ?
Q6. Name the company started by
Joseph Cyril Bamford
whose first product was a welding set.
Joseph Cyril Bamford
whose first product was a welding set.
Q7. This well-known Indian brand, headquartered
in Mysuru, Karnataka, is famous for its incense
sticks and other aromatic products.
Established in 1948 by N. Ranga Rao, the
company is one of the largest manufacturers of
incense sticks in India. Name the company.
in Mysuru, Karnataka, is famous for its incense
sticks and other aromatic products.
Established in 1948 by N. Ranga Rao, the
company is one of the largest manufacturers of
incense sticks in India. Name the company.
Q8. Quoted as the "unluckiest man in the world" by
Dailymail, Ronald Wayne sold his shares in one
particular company, of which he was co- founder of
with two other people, for $800, which now values to
$60 billion. Among his contributions to the company
were designing the first logo and writing the manual
for their 'first' product.
Name the company.
Dailymail, Ronald Wayne sold his shares in one
particular company, of which he was co- founder of
with two other people, for $800, which now values to
$60 billion. Among his contributions to the company
were designing the first logo and writing the manual
for their 'first' product.
Name the company.
Q9. Which former aviation company made these cars at
the peak of their scooter business?
the peak of their scooter business?
Q10. This portrait of Gandhiji is
special for a particular reason.
It is a 1946 photo taken outside
the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the
Viceroy's residence with
politician William Pethwick-
Lawrence. What is so special
about this picture?
special for a particular reason.
It is a 1946 photo taken outside
the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the
Viceroy's residence with
politician William Pethwick-
Lawrence. What is so special
about this picture?
Q11. In Japanese "X" means "Great Lord".
It represents a wealthy, powerful person in business
or industry. It is a title applied by foreigners to the
shogun of Japan in power between 1857 and 1868.
The term spread to the business community, where
it has been used ever since
It represents a wealthy, powerful person in business
or industry. It is a title applied by foreigners to the
shogun of Japan in power between 1857 and 1868.
The term spread to the business community, where
it has been used ever since
Could France sell the _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to pay off its debts?
The state-run news agency France 24 has suggested
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to be sold to pay off France's $2.6 trillion debt.
Despite the fact it is said to be "priceless," France 24 speculates the
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ could easily be worth $2.4 billion and its sale could wipe
away nearly 0.1 percent of the debt in one fell swoop. Apparently
the work was valued at nearly $100 million in the 1960s, so France 24
estimates it would be worth $2.4 billion today after inflation.
Q12. On September 2,2014,
a FRANCE 24 article read as follows :-
Fill in the Blank.
The state-run news agency France 24 has suggested
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to be sold to pay off France's $2.6 trillion debt.
Despite the fact it is said to be "priceless," France 24 speculates the
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ could easily be worth $2.4 billion and its sale could wipe
away nearly 0.1 percent of the debt in one fell swoop. Apparently
the work was valued at nearly $100 million in the 1960s, so France 24
estimates it would be worth $2.4 billion today after inflation.
Q12. On September 2,2014,
a FRANCE 24 article read as follows :-
Fill in the Blank.
Q13. Which Harry Potter book, released in 2007, set
a record for the fastest-selling book in history, with
over 8.3 million copies sold in the first 24 hours?
a record for the fastest-selling book in history, with
over 8.3 million copies sold in the first 24 hours?
Q14. Fenty Beauty is a collection under a joint venture
between LVMH and whom?
HINT: She was cited as the best-selling female recording
artist of the 21st century by Guinness World Records and is
one of the best-selling recording artists of all time, with
sales estimated at 250 million units worldwide.
between LVMH and whom?
HINT: She was cited as the best-selling female recording
artist of the 21st century by Guinness World Records and is
one of the best-selling recording artists of all time, with
sales estimated at 250 million units worldwide.
Q15. After a certain sensational event, Lays
released a campaign involving 807 goats from
an American ranch. What was this event?
released a campaign involving 807 goats from
an American ranch. What was this event?
Q16. X, one of the largest fast moving consumer goods
(FMCG) companies in India, was founded in Kolkata by
Daktar Burman in 1884. In 2022, it acquired a 51% stake
in spice company Badshah Masala for ₹588 crores.
Identify X.
(FMCG) companies in India, was founded in Kolkata by
Daktar Burman in 1884. In 2022, it acquired a 51% stake
in spice company Badshah Masala for ₹588 crores.
Identify X.
Q17. Identify the company
Q18. Which Indian soft drink, introduced by Pure Drinks Group
during Coca-Cola's absence in the 1970s with the slogan "The
Great Indian Taste," has recently been revived after being
acquired by Reliance?
during Coca-Cola's absence in the 1970s with the slogan "The
Great Indian Taste," has recently been revived after being
acquired by Reliance?
Q19. Which business organisation, now a multi-billion
dollar market-leader, initially started in Oregon by
partnering with Onitsuka Tiger?
dollar market-leader, initially started in Oregon by
partnering with Onitsuka Tiger?
Q20. This financial services
corporation, headquartered in
New York City, is known for its
credit card and travel-related
services. It was founded in 1850
as an express mail business and
later expanded into financial
services. Identify the company.
corporation, headquartered in
New York City, is known for its
credit card and travel-related
services. It was founded in 1850
as an express mail business and
later expanded into financial
services. Identify the company.
Q21. ‘X’ is actually a French term which means
"adventurer.”
In his own writings, Jean-Baptise Say pointed out it ‘X’
was one who sought out inefficient uses of resources
and moved them into productive areas thereby ‘X’ are
more profitable and important than other agents of
the economy.
"adventurer.”
In his own writings, Jean-Baptise Say pointed out it ‘X’
was one who sought out inefficient uses of resources
and moved them into productive areas thereby ‘X’ are
more profitable and important than other agents of
the economy.
Q22. Complete the iconic slogan of one of the most successful
sports video game franchises: "EA Sports, __________."
sports video game franchises: "EA Sports, __________."
Q23. These are some of the theories related to the naming of a snack-
brand:
Mark _______ filed a US Patent titled "Method and Apparatus for
Processing Potatoes" on March 5, 1937.
P&G chose the ______ name from a Cincinnati Telephone Book, and
their advertising employees lived on _____ street in Finneytown.
Which brand is this?
(Hint : It’s creator was buried in a ___ can.)
brand:
Mark _______ filed a US Patent titled "Method and Apparatus for
Processing Potatoes" on March 5, 1937.
P&G chose the ______ name from a Cincinnati Telephone Book, and
their advertising employees lived on _____ street in Finneytown.
Which brand is this?
(Hint : It’s creator was buried in a ___ can.)
Q24. Few people know that ____ is the second oldest
publicly listed American Automaker (behind Ford).
Among other achievements that ____ can tout, one of
its models achieved the
‘Best Safety Rating of Any Car Ever Tested’.
Fill in the blank.
publicly listed American Automaker (behind Ford).
Among other achievements that ____ can tout, one of
its models achieved the
‘Best Safety Rating of Any Car Ever Tested’.
Fill in the blank.
Q25. Connect the following:
Magenta
Stone Gray
Bright Yellow
Lavender
Fluorescent Blue
Greenish Yellow
Chocolate Brown
Magenta
Stone Gray
Bright Yellow
Lavender
Fluorescent Blue
Greenish Yellow
Chocolate Brown
COMQUEST 2024
Prelims ANSWERS
Prelims ANSWERS
Q1. When Iraq was part of the Ottoman Empire, it was
the Turkish pound which was the official currency of
Iraq. But when the Ottomans were displaced from Iraq
after WWI, Iraq was not having their own financial
institution, then they adopted another country's
monetary system and “X” became the principal currency
of Iraq and circulated till 1932 before the introduction
of Dinar.
Identify “X”.
the Turkish pound which was the official currency of
Iraq. But when the Ottomans were displaced from Iraq
after WWI, Iraq was not having their own financial
institution, then they adopted another country's
monetary system and “X” became the principal currency
of Iraq and circulated till 1932 before the introduction
of Dinar.
Identify “X”.
₹
THE INR
THE INR
Q2. Whilst a unicorn is a startup company valued at
over US$1 billion which is privately owned and not
listed on a share market. The term ‘X’ refers to a
company that was previously valued at $1 billion but
is now worth much less.
The term ‘X’ is a wordplay on the term which stands
in opposite contrast to it.
Identify the term ‘X’.
over US$1 billion which is privately owned and not
listed on a share market. The term ‘X’ refers to a
company that was previously valued at $1 billion but
is now worth much less.
The term ‘X’ is a wordplay on the term which stands
in opposite contrast to it.
Identify the term ‘X’.
UNICORPSE
Q3. This was a commercial from which well-
known company?
known company?
Kit-Kat
Q4. Bronte EcKermann — a former Australian
grade cricketer and engineer — invented the X in
2012. He and his business partner, David
Leggitwood, founded Zing International in
Australia. This expensive invention first came into
use in IPL in 2016. Identify X.
grade cricketer and engineer — invented the X in
2012. He and his business partner, David
Leggitwood, founded Zing International in
Australia. This expensive invention first came into
use in IPL in 2016. Identify X.
LED - Stumps
Q5. Because of the new technologies adopted by the
common people a certain 'profession' has been reduced to
great extent in Kerala (and India, in general).
Now under 10 cases are being filed annually in each
district in regards with this type of incident. Several years
ago it was said there were experts who gave training to
perform such crimes.
What type of crimes have reduced?
common people a certain 'profession' has been reduced to
great extent in Kerala (and India, in general).
Now under 10 cases are being filed annually in each
district in regards with this type of incident. Several years
ago it was said there were experts who gave training to
perform such crimes.
What type of crimes have reduced?
Pickpocketing and UPI
A report published in the TOI read,
“Pickpocketing may be a dying "art", thanks to the advent
of the cashless economy”
A report published in the TOI read,
“Pickpocketing may be a dying "art", thanks to the advent
of the cashless economy”
Q6. Name the company started by
Joseph Cyril Bamford
The business was set up using spare World War II
parts and scrap metal, with the first product being
all-steel tipping trailer.
Joseph Cyril Bamford
The business was set up using spare World War II
parts and scrap metal, with the first product being
all-steel tipping trailer.
Q7. This well-known Indian brand, headquartered
in Mysuru, Karnataka, is is one of the largest
manufacturers of incense sticks and other
aromatic products.
Established in 1948 by N. Ranga Rao.
Name the company.
in Mysuru, Karnataka, is is one of the largest
manufacturers of incense sticks and other
aromatic products.
Established in 1948 by N. Ranga Rao.
Name the company.
Cycle Agarbatti
Q8. Quoted as the "unluckiest man in the world" by
Dailymail, Ronald Wayne sold his shares in one
particular company, of which he was co- founder of
with two other people, for $800, which now values to
$60 billion.
Name the company.
Dailymail, Ronald Wayne sold his shares in one
particular company, of which he was co- founder of
with two other people, for $800, which now values to
$60 billion.
Name the company.
APPLE
Q9. Which former aviation company made these cars at
the peak of their scooter business?
the peak of their scooter business?
PIAGGIO
Q10. This portrait of Gandhiji is
special for a particular reason.
It is a 1946 photo taken outside
the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the
Viceroy's residence with
politician William Pethwick-
Lawrence. What is so special
about this picture?
special for a particular reason.
It is a 1946 photo taken outside
the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the
Viceroy's residence with
politician William Pethwick-
Lawrence. What is so special
about this picture?
Its used in Indian Currency
Q11. In Japanese "X" means "Great Lord".
It represents a wealthy, powerful person in business
or industry. It is a title applied by foreigners to the
shogun of Japan in power between 1857 and 1868.
It represents a wealthy, powerful person in business
or industry. It is a title applied by foreigners to the
shogun of Japan in power between 1857 and 1868.
TYCOON
Could France sell the _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to pay off its debts?
The state-run news agency France 24 has suggested
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to be sold to pay off France's $2.6 trillion debt.
Despite the fact it is said to be "priceless," France 24 speculates the
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ could easily be worth $2.4 billion and its sale could wipe
away nearly 0.1 percent of the debt in one fell swoop. Apparently
the work was valued at nearly $100 million in the 1960s, so France 24
estimates it would be worth $2.4 billion today after inflation.
Q12. On September 2,2014,
a FRANCE 24 article read as follows :-
Fill in the Blank.
The state-run news agency France 24 has suggested
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to be sold to pay off France's $2.6 trillion debt.
Despite the fact it is said to be "priceless," France 24 speculates the
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ could easily be worth $2.4 billion and its sale could wipe
away nearly 0.1 percent of the debt in one fell swoop. Apparently
the work was valued at nearly $100 million in the 1960s, so France 24
estimates it would be worth $2.4 billion today after inflation.
Q12. On September 2,2014,
a FRANCE 24 article read as follows :-
Fill in the Blank.
M O N A L I S A
Q13. Which Harry Potter book, released in 2007, set
a record for the fastest-selling book in history, with
over 8.3 million copies sold in the first 24 hours?
a record for the fastest-selling book in history, with
over 8.3 million copies sold in the first 24 hours?
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Q14. Fenty Beauty is a collection under a joint venture
between LVMH and whom?
HINT: She was cited as the best-selling female recording
artist of the 21st century by Guinness World Records and is
one of the best-selling recording artists of all time, with
sales estimated at 250 million units worldwide.
between LVMH and whom?
HINT: She was cited as the best-selling female recording
artist of the 21st century by Guinness World Records and is
one of the best-selling recording artists of all time, with
sales estimated at 250 million units worldwide.
Rihanna
Q15. After a certain sensational event, Lays
released a campaign involving 808 goats from
an American ranch. What was this event?
released a campaign involving 808 goats from
an American ranch. What was this event?
Messi’s Intermiami Transfer
Q16. X, one of the largest fast moving consumer goods
(FMCG) companies in India, was founded in Kolkata by
Daktar Burman in 1884. In 2022, it acquired a 51% stake
in spice company Badshah Masala for ₹588 crores.
Identify X.
(FMCG) companies in India, was founded in Kolkata by
Daktar Burman in 1884. In 2022, it acquired a 51% stake
in spice company Badshah Masala for ₹588 crores.
Identify X.
Daktar-Burman
DABUR
DABUR
Q17. Identify the company
MASERATI
Q18. Which Indian soft drink, introduced by Pure Drinks Group
during Coca-Cola's absence in the 1970s with the slogan "The
Great Indian Taste," has recently been revived after being
acquired by Reliance?
during Coca-Cola's absence in the 1970s with the slogan "The
Great Indian Taste," has recently been revived after being
acquired by Reliance?
Q19. Which business organisation, now a multi-billion
dollar market-leader, initially started in Oregon by
partnering with Onitsuka Tiger?
dollar market-leader, initially started in Oregon by
partnering with Onitsuka Tiger?
Nike/ Blue Ribbon Sports
Q20. This financial services
corporation, headquartered in
New York City, is known for its
credit card and travel-related
services. It was founded in 1850
as an express mail business and
later expanded into financial
services. Identify the company.
corporation, headquartered in
New York City, is known for its
credit card and travel-related
services. It was founded in 1850
as an express mail business and
later expanded into financial
services. Identify the company.
American Express
Q21. ‘X’ is actually a French term which means
"adventurer.”
In his own writings, French Economist Jean-Baptise Say
pointed out it ‘X’ was one who sought out inefficient
uses of resources and moved them into productive
areas thereby ‘X’ are more profitable and important
than other agents of the economy.
"adventurer.”
In his own writings, French Economist Jean-Baptise Say
pointed out it ‘X’ was one who sought out inefficient
uses of resources and moved them into productive
areas thereby ‘X’ are more profitable and important
than other agents of the economy.
Entrepreneur
Q22. Complete the iconic slogan of one of the most successful
sports video game franchises: "EA Sports, __________."
sports video game franchises: "EA Sports, __________."
It’s in the game
Q23. These are some of the theories related to the naming of a snack-
brand:
Mark _______ filed a US Patent titled "Method and Apparatus for
Processing Potatoes" on March 5, 1937.
P&G chose the ______ name from a Cincinnati Telephone Book, and
their advertising employees lived on _____ street in Finneytown.
Which brand is this?
(Hint : It’s creator was buried in a ___ can.)
brand:
Mark _______ filed a US Patent titled "Method and Apparatus for
Processing Potatoes" on March 5, 1937.
P&G chose the ______ name from a Cincinnati Telephone Book, and
their advertising employees lived on _____ street in Finneytown.
Which brand is this?
(Hint : It’s creator was buried in a ___ can.)
Pringles
Q24. Few people know that ____ is the second oldest
publicly listed American Automaker (behind Ford).
Among other achievements that ____ can tout, one of
its models achieved the
‘Best Safety Rating of Any Car Ever Tested’.
Fill in the blank.
publicly listed American Automaker (behind Ford).
Among other achievements that ____ can tout, one of
its models achieved the
‘Best Safety Rating of Any Car Ever Tested’.
Fill in the blank.
TESLA
Q25. Connect the following:
Magenta
Stone Gray
Bright Yellow
Lavender
Fluorescent Blue
Greenish Yellow
Chocolate Brown
Magenta
Stone Gray
Bright Yellow
Lavender
Fluorescent Blue
Greenish Yellow
Chocolate Brown
Indian Currency
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Hari Om
May the best win!
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