Current Affairs Quiz [2024]

It was late.

The first snowfall on Mount Fuji is usually observed in September or October, and in 2024 it was recorded as the latest in the past 130 years. Incidentally, the first snowfall on Mount Fuji is officially declared only when it is visually confirmed from an observation station in Yamanashi Prefecture.

Peru

The host country of APEC changes every year, and Peru was selected as the host for 2024. APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) is a framework aimed at promoting economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region and is held annually.

45.21%

Governor Motohiko Saito assumed the governorship of Hyogo Prefecture in 2021, but in September 2024 a no-confidence motion against him was passed by the prefectural assembly. He then ran in a snap election and was successfully re-elected, winning 1.11 million votes with a vote share of 45.21%.

Yokohama DeNA BayStars

The team that won the 2024 Japan Series in professional baseball was the Yokohama DeNA BayStars. Despite finishing third in the regular season, they surged through the Climax Series and captured the national championship by winning the Japan Series four games to two.

SHOGUN Shogun

Shogun captured the hearts of audiences around the world and won a record 18 Emmy Awards, including Best Actor and Best Actress. Set in Japan’s Warring States period, the series has also received high praise from critics.

Kotozakura

At the 2024 Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, Kotosakura achieved a record of 14 wins and 1 loss to capture his first championship. His tenacious bouts and consistent performance led to the victory.