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Wednesday February 3, 2010

Compiled by Maria Paget

1. In which month this year will Victoria's state election be held?2. Who is the world's best-known atheist?3. Which three countries are vying for a temporary spot on the United Nations Security Council?4. According to research, what may cut the chance of young people developing psychosis or schizophrenia?5. Who has been dubbed the "high priest of climate sceptics"?6. A group with the working title SLAM will organise a rally in February. What does SLAM stand for?7. By 2050, what percentage of Australians will be aged over 65?8. What is the name of the university dedicated to ice-cream?9. Egypt will soon reveal the results of DNA tests made on which famous king?10. Which French conductor has a mission to restore forgotten gems of French classical music?11. What is the name of the new play co-written by Nancy Cato and Tony Taylor?12. Where can you see the new embroidery show called Threads of Connection?13. Which two White House gatecrashers are going to the polo at Werribee?14. Which Richmond AFL draftee will face court this month on an assault charge?15. What is the name of the South African footballer who has joined the Greater Western Sydney team?ANSWERS: 1. November 2. Richard Dawkins 3. Australia, Finland and Luxembourg 4. Fish-oil supplements 5. Lord Christopher Monckton 6. Save Live Australian Music 7. Almost 23 per cent 8. Carpigiani Gelato University 9. Tutankhamun 10. Guillaume Tourniaire11. Bea OK 12. Shrine of Remembrance 13. Tareq and Michaele Salahi 14. Troy Taylor15. Bayanda Sobetwa

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