Current Affairs Quiz [2024]
From political funding scandals to the Hakone Ekiden and Taiwan’s presidential election, January 2024 was packed with headline-making events! Even things we hear about in the news can be surprisingly tricky to answer when asked as a quiz.
In this article, we’ll look back at notable happenings from January 2024 in a quiz format.
We’ve prepared questions across a wide range of fields—from political developments and thrilling sports matchups to international affairs.
Some will be easy and fun if you’ve been following the news, while others may offer new discoveries when you dive deeper.
Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of current events!
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Current Affairs Quiz [May 2024] (11–20)
Where will Game 3 of the 82nd Meijin title match (best-of-seven) between Sota Fujii and Masayuki Toyoshima be held?
- Haneda Airport
- Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
- Tokyo Skytree
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Haneda Airport
It was announced that Game 3 of the 82nd Meijin Title Match in shogi will be held at Haneda Airport’s Terminal 1, which generated a lot of buzz. This is the first time a Meijin title game will be held at an airport. They say you can see planes taking off and landing from the room where the game will be played.
Current Affairs Quiz [June 2024] (1–10)
Which team won the 2023–24 UEFA Champions League?
- Manchester City
- Borussia Dortmund
- Real Madrid
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Real Madrid
The final of the 2023–24 UEFA Champions League was held on June 1, 2024, with Real Madrid defeating Borussia Dortmund to win the title. Real Madrid boasts the most league titles. Incidentally, Manchester City, which appears among the options, were the champions of the previous season but were eliminated in the quarterfinals.
What was found on the riverbed in Kitakyushu in May 2024 that became news?
- rocket launcher
- Japanese sword
- gold bar
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rocket launcher
In May 2024, a report was made that there was a box containing a pistol and other items on a riverbank in Kitakyushu City. When the police rushed to the scene and investigated, they found what appeared to be a rocket launcher over one meter in length inside the box. A handgun, grenades, and other items were also discovered, and an investigation is underway to identify the owner and the person who abandoned them.
Which horse won the Japanese Derby held in May 2024?
- Danon Decile
- Dura Erede
- Valle de Ar
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Danon Decile
The winner of the Japanese Derby held in May 2024 was Danon Decile. Although Danon Decile started as the ninth favorite, it got off to a good start and held off the race favorite, Justin Milano, to secure the victory.
A rebroadcast of the drama “Furuhata Ninzaburo” was scheduled for May 2024—this was to commemorate which anniversary of the series?
- 25th anniversary
- 30th anniversary
- 35th anniversary
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30th anniversary
Furuhata Ninzaburo first aired in 1994 and will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2024, so a commemorative rebroadcast has been decided. Loved for many years as a detective drama, it is also known as one of Masakazu Tamura’s signature works as the lead actor.
What is the celestial show that appeared in May 2024 due to the effects of solar flares, which normally cannot be observed in Japan?
- Aurora
- meteor shower
- total lunar eclipse
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Aurora
The answer is the aurora. Normally seen in high-latitude regions such as Northern Europe and North America, the aurora was observed in Japan as well due to solar flares in May 2024. It was reported not only in Hokkaido and the Tohoku region, but also in Kami Town, Hyogo Prefecture.
What is the weight difference in kilograms between Rukiya Anpo and Tsuyoshi Sudario, who fought at BREAKING DOWN 12 on June 2, 2024?
- 34kg
- 44kg
- 54kg
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44kg
The weight difference between Rukiya Anpo and Tsuyoshi Sudario was 44 kg. A bout with such a disparity is rare, making it a highly anticipated match. In the end, after an extra round, Anpo won by decision. Praise poured in not only for Anpo, who bravely took on the challenge undaunted by the weight gap, but also for Sudario, who stepped into a kickboxing-rule stage outside his main discipline.