[May 2026] Current Affairs Quiz: A roundup of news questions that will be immediately useful for interviews and entrance exams
At entrance exams, job interviews, and similar settings, you’re often asked for your opinions on current events, and sometimes tests include questions on them as well.
Current topics also come up frequently in everyday conversation.
With that in mind, this article presents a comprehensive set of quizzes on the latest current affairs.
We’ve turned a wide range of domestic and international events—drawn from the daily news and across all genres—into quiz questions.
Be sure to remember the current topics introduced here and put them to use in interviews, exams, and everyday conversations.
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[March 2026] Current Affairs Quiz (1–10)
Which anime work announced the production of a new installment at an event held to commemorate its 30th anniversary?
- Detective Conan
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Evangelion
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Evangelion
Neon Genesis Evangelion, the anime that aired from 1995 to 1996. From 2025 to 2026, various projects were rolled out to celebrate its 30th anniversary. As the culmination of these efforts, EVANGELION:30+; 30th ANNIVERSARY OF EVANGELION was held, during which the production of a new series was announced.
Which company did PayPay announce it had entered into a partnership agreement with?
- Mastercard
- VISA
- American Express
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VISA
In February 2026, PayPay announced that it had entered into a partnership agreement with VISA in its payments business. In addition to strengthening cashless payments domestically, it is also looking toward international expansion.
How many medals did Japan win at the Milan Olympics—26—and what place did they finish?
- 3rd place
- 5th place
- 7th place
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5th place
Japan won a total of 26 medals, achieving an excellent fifth place among participating countries and regions. Of these, it secured 5 gold medals.
What is the age of Takato Ishida, the governor of Fukui Prefecture who drew attention after being elected as the youngest governor in the country?
- 32 years old
- 35 years old
- 38 years old
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35 years old
Takato Ishida was elected governor of Fukui Prefecture at the age of 35. This breaks the previous record of 38, set when Naomichi Suzuki was first elected governor of Hokkaido, making him the youngest governor in Japan.
Which revival menu item was announced and drew attention along with the news of price increases?
- McPork
- McDouble
- Quarter Pounder
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McPork
The McPork, which was sold from 2007 to 2012, has returned as a regular menu item in 2026. The McPork also has a history of being re-released for a limited time in 2013 and being offered in 2018 as a variation called the Bacon McPork.
[March 2026] Current Affairs Quiz (11–20)
What stuffed animal does Punch, the baby monkey at Ichikawa City Zoo and Botanical Gardens, cherish?
- red panda
- Capybara
- orangutan
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orangutan
Punch-kun from Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Garden was unfortunately abandoned by his mother. He never lets go of the orangutan plush toy given to him by the keepers and treasures it. On social media, many people voiced their support after seeing him earnestly try to communicate and fit in with the troop.
Who announced the closure of their main store due to the building’s deterioration?
- Don Quixote
- Sanseido Bookstore
- Village Vanguard
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Village Vanguard
Village Vanguard has announced that it will close its flagship store in Tempaku Ward, Nagoya, on May 31, 2025, citing the aging of the building and facilities. Since its founding in 1986, it has been beloved by many fans as the holy ground of the “playful bookstore.”