General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
Which suspension bridge in the UK held the record for the world's longest main span from 1981 until 1998?
Answer:
Humber Bridge
The Humber Bridge in England held the record for the world's longest single-span suspension bridge for 17 years until it was surpassed by Japan's Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.
2
Stari Most is a reconstructed 16th-century Ottoman bridge located in which city?
Answer:
Mostar
Stari Most (Old Bridge) is a reconstructed Ottoman bridge in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The original was destroyed in 1993 and rebuilt by 2004.
3
The Russky Bridge, located in Vladivostok, holds the record for the world's longest span of which type of bridge?
Answer:
Cable-stayed bridge
The Russky Bridge in Vladivostok, Russia, has the longest cable-stayed span in the world at 1,104 meters.
4
The Gateshead Millennium Bridge in England is often referred to as the 'Blinking Eye' due to its ability to do what?
Answer:
Tilt to let ships pass
Nicknamed the 'Blinking Eye Bridge,' the Gateshead Millennium Bridge tilts to allow ships to pass underneath its pedestrian and cyclist walkway.
5
The Forth Bridge in Scotland is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a prime example of what type of bridge design?
Answer:
Cantilever
The Forth Bridge is a famous cantilever railway bridge in Scotland. Opened in 1890, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its massive red steel structure.
6
Which bridge connecting New Jersey and New York City is known for having the busiest vehicle traffic of any bridge in the world?
Answer:
George Washington Bridge
The George Washington Bridge connects New Jersey to Manhattan. This double-decked suspension bridge carries the world's busiest motor vehicle traffic.
7
The Confederation Bridge spans the Abegweit Passage and is famous for being the longest bridge over what type of water?
Answer:
Ice-covered water
Connecting Prince Edward Island to mainland Canada, the Confederation Bridge is the longest bridge in the world over ice-covered water.
8
The Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) is a famous covered wooden footbridge located in which Swiss city?
Answer:
Lucerne
The Chapel Bridge is a covered wooden footbridge in Lucerne, Switzerland. Built in 1333, it is one of Europe's oldest wooden bridges and features interior paintings.
9
Which bridge system currently holds the record for the longest sea-crossing bridge in the world?
Answer:
Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge
The Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge is the world's longest sea-crossing bridge-tunnel system, spanning approximately 55 kilometers.
10
The Rialto Bridge is the oldest of the four bridges spanning which famous waterway?
Answer:
The Grand Canal
The Rialto Bridge is the oldest bridge spanning the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy. The current stone structure was completed in 1591.