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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Martin Belam

Cartoons, computers and Queen Victoria’s secret – take the Thursday quiz

Queen Victoria at her writing desk, probably doing an early version of the Manchester Guardian’s Thursday quiz.
Queen Victoria at her writing desk, probably doing an early version of the Manchester Guardian’s Thursday quiz. Photograph: W and D Downey/Getty Images

The Thursday quiz was criticised the other week in the comments for being too down and self-deprecating in its opening blurb. What an unfair charge. So here are 15 more questions on general knowledge and topical trivia for you. You may need a cup of tea, because the repetitive in-jokes are sorely in need of some refreshment. Oh I see what they meant. Anyway, there are no prizes, it is just for fun. There is a hidden Doctor Who reference to spot for a bonus point. Let us know how you got on in the comments.

The Thursday quiz, No 42

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