Quiz Of The Year 2024

10th April 2024 B_admin

Pub quiz questions and answers on 2024. I am posting this quiz in sections as the year goes on.

For up to date questions, Quiz of the Week is updated every Tuesday.

Maybe you are looking for up to date General Knowledge quiz questions for 2024 or at the end of the year you are preparing a “Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2024”. Either way, by the end of the year, there will be plenty of content on this post that will provide you ideas for your questions on 2024.

I’ll try and cover general news, music, film and TV from the year. Questions will mostly be on UK stories and topics, but if you are hosting a quiz anywhere in the world, I’m sure there will be ideas in here that you can use.

Quiz Questions & Answers on 2024

So here is the first batch of questions. Be sure and check back later for the complete set. (we just have to wait until the year unfolds). Rather than split this into different posts, I’ll return to this post later to update as we go.

Updated December 2024

Google has revealed the UK’s most searched topics of 2024. Which Netflix show made the top 10?
Baby Reindeer

At the end of 2024, Lewis Hamilton said he was happy his time with which team and “finished on a high”?
Mercedes

What is the new advertising slogan of Jaguar?
Copy Nothing

Which European government collapsed in December of 2024 as the PM was ousted with a no-confidence vote?
France

Premier League official David Coote has been sacked for making derogatory comments about which former manager?
Jurgen Klopp

Which writer, broadcaster and former 80’s pop star finished in 3rd place in the 2024 series of “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!”?
Rev. Richard Coles

What came directly before Bert, Conall & Darragh?
Ashley (2024/2025 storm names)

Who performed in the 2024 Glastonbury Festival’s Sunday Legends slot on June 30?
Shania Twain

Which TJ was one of the nicknames of the late, former deputy prime minister John Prescott?
Two Jags

Updated November 2024…

On the 10th September 2024, Apple launched their latest iPhone to try and convince people that they need the latest version. What number in the series are they up to now with this release?
iPhone 16

Who is Kamala Harris’s vice-presidential running mate in the 2024 US Election?
Tim Walz

Which 2024 Netflix TV series starring Jeff Goldblum is described as “A modern day contemporary retelling of Greek mythology”?
Kaos

Which particular town did Donald Trump say were eating their pets?
Springfield

In the Champions League new (2024/25) format, how many teams now compete in total in the league phase (former group stage)?
36

“I’m His, He’s Mine.” is a 2024 single by who, that samples Crystal Waters’ “Gypsy Woman”?
Katy Perry

In 2024 the Scottish government raised the MUP to 65p. What does MUP stand for?
Minimum Unit Price (for alcohol)

In 2024, which football team from Northern Ireland became the first the first Irish Premiership side to reach the main draw of a European competition and will play in the Europa Conference League?
Larne

In 2024, ITV announced who, as the host of their reboot of Bullseye, the dart themed quiz show?
Freddie Flintoff

Which WC is a name given to a High Court dispute between Rebekah Vardy and Coleen Rooney?
Wagatha Christie

Geoffrey Hinton has won a Nobel prize this year. He is known as the “Godfather of …” what?
A.I. (Artificial Intelligence)

Who took over as interim head coach at Manchester United when Erik ten Hag was sacked in 2024?
Ruud van Nistelrooy

After 58 years as a broadcaster, which BBC DJ has officially signed off on his final Sounds Of The 70s show?
Johnnie Walker

Who won the main award at the 2024 Ballon d’Or?
Rodri (Rodrigo Hernández Cascante)

In 2024 James Blunt has released which album on it’s 20th Anniversary?
Back to Bedlam

Who became leader of the opposition in the UK on Saturday 2nd November 2024?
Kemi Badenoch

Quincy Jones sadly died in 2024. He produced the song “Fly Me To The Moon” for Frank Sinatra. Which two planets are mentioned in the opening verse of that song?
Jupiter & Mars

Billed as “Knockout Chaos”, Francis Ngannou was knocked-out by who in March 2024 over in Saudi Arabia?
Anthony Joshua

Updated May 2024…

What was the date of the 2024 General Election?
4th July

Which politician, on the general election campaign trail, asked people in a pub in Wales if they are looking forward to the Euros football, even though Wales haven’t qualified?
Rishi Sunak

When Rishi Sunak stood on the doorstep of 10 Downing Street announcing the date of the election, which song could be heard?
Things Can Only Get Better

The 2024 FA Cup final and Scottish Cup finals were both played at the same time on the same day. Which 4 teams were playing that day?
Manchester City, Manchester United, Celtic, Rangers.

Which driver, racing under the British flag, finished as winner of the Miami Grand Prix and 2nd at the Italian F1 Grand Prix in 2024?
Lando Norris

Which Starsky & Hutch actor sadly passed away in 2024?
David Soul (bonus, Don’t Give Up On Us & Silver Lady were the names of his 2x No.1 hits in the 70s)

Rag’n’Bone Man partnered with which DJ / producer on the 2024 song “Lovers In A Past Life”?
Calvin Harris

Which actress played Martha in Baby Reindeer?
Jessica Gunning

At the 68th Eurovision Song Contest, which country entered the song ‘The Code’ performed by Nemo?
Switzerland

What is the name of the tallest and fastest rollercoaster in the UK, which opened at Thorpe Park in May 2024?
Hyperia

According to the 2024 Sunday Times Rich List, who has become the first billionaire British musician?
Sir Paul McCartney

The Co-op Live arena suffered a few setbacks in opening. Which band became the first to perform at the new Manchester venue?
Elbow

On 24 May 2024, who announced his intention to step down as an MP. He has served as Justice secretary, Education secretary, Environment secretary & Chief Whip over the last 20 years?
Michael Gove

Football: As part of Non-League Finals Day, two finals are played at Wembley on the same day. (this year 11th May 2024). Which two trophys are awarded?
FA Vase & FA Trophy

Who won the 2024 World Snooker Championship, defeating Jak Jones 18 frames to 14?
Kyren Wilson

Who was confirmed as Scotland’s new First Minister in May 2024?
John Swinney

A very red-looking portrait of King Charles was unveiled, the first official portrait since the coronation. Who was the artist that got through a lot of red paint to create it?
Jonathan Yeo

In the 2024 mayoral elections, Sadiq Khan secures a third term for London, Andy Burnham secures a third term for Manchester. However Richard Parker defeated Andy Street to become mayor of where?
West Midlands

April Updates below

The Black Dog in Vauxhall, London was inundated with merchandise requests when it was name-checked on who’s 2024 album?
Taylor Swift

What is the sponsor name of the new 23,500 capacity indoor arena in the Etihad Campus in Manchester?
Co-op

Which event in the UK, in April 2024 has broken a world record for the biggest one-day fundraising event?
The London Marathon

Complete the title of Taylor Swift’s 2024 album: “Tortured Poets …”?
Department (Tortured Poets Department)

Which Nottinghamshire football club celebrated promotion to League 1 in April 2024 under the guidance of their manager Nigel Clough?
Mansfield Town

Which former jockey was the trainer of the horses won the 2024 Grand National at Aintree & 2024 Scottish Grand National at Ayr?
Willie Mullins

Rachel Woolford won which reality TV show by beating Phil in the final in 2024?
The Apprentice

Joe Biden suggested that his uncle was killed how during the Second World War? Eaten by cannibals | Choked on Grenade pin | Run over by a tank
Eaten by cannibals

Which Ferrari driver from Spain won the 2024 Australian Grand Prix, just two weeks after undergoing an appendectomy?
Carlos Sainz Jr.

What is the naem of Nicola Sturgeon’s husband who has been charged with embezzlement of funds?
Peter Murrell

What was the title of Richard Gadd’s drama series on Netflix, in which he plays the role of himself being stalked?
Baby Reindeer

Who won the 2024 Masters Tournament, four strokes ahead of runner-up Ludvig Åberg?
Scottie Scheffler

In April 2024, the FA announced that what will be scrapped from next season? VAR | FA Cup replays | Bookings for removing shirt.
FA Cup replays

What is the title of Liz Truss’s book that was published on 16 April 2024?
Ten Years to Save the West

Which video game, based on the fantasy role-playing system of Dungeons & Dragons, became the first game that won top trophies at all five major ceremonies in 2024?
Baldur’s Gate 3

First Quarter Jan – Apr 2024

What are the surnames of the 2x Lukes that competed in the final of the 2024 PDC World Darts Championship?
Luke Littler & Luke Humphries

Which cosmetics retailer entered administration In February 2024?
The Body Shop

The new names of London’s six Overground lines were revealed. They are Lioness, Mildmay, Windrush, Weaver, Suffragette and … what?
Liberty

The latest Kung Fu Panda film was released in 2024. What number film is this in the series?
Kung Fu Panda 4

At the Brit Awards 2024, who received 7 nominations, breaking the record for the most nominations received by a single artist in one year?
Raye

On April 6th 2024, fortunatley there were no injuries when two planes collided at which UK airport?
Heathrow Airport

The actor Toby Jones led the cast, playing the title character in ITV’s drama about the Post Office scandal. What was his name?
Alan Bates

Which Japanese company provided the technology that resulted in the Horizon IT scandal?
Fujitsu

Which of these days fell first in 2024: Pancake Day | Valentines Day | Mothers Day
Pancake Day (13th Feb)

It has been announced that which show, presented by Ant & Dec, will be taking a break after 2024?
Saturday Night Takeaway

Baroness Heather Hallett was the chair of which independent public inquiry?
UK COVID-19 Inquiry

Which 2024 Denis Villeneuve, epic science fiction film sequel stars Timothée Chalamet?
Dune: Part Two

20th Century Animation, DreamWorks Pictures, DreamWorks Animation and Searchlight Pictures all celebrate which milestone anniversary in 2024?
30^th

Jürgen Klopp (longest-serving manager in the Premier League) announced in January 2024 that he will leave Liverpool. Who though, still holds the record for most games managed in the Premier League with 828?
Arsène Wenger

MV Glen Rosa is a long overdue ferry built by the nationalised shipyard of Scotland, launched in April 2024. What does the MV stand for?
Merchant Vessels

Which city hosted (will host was 17th Feb, now 18th May) the boxing match between Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk in 2024?
Riyadh

What is the title of Beyoncé’s 2024 album, with guest voice-overs from Dolly Parton & Willie Nelson?
Cowboy Carter

In 2024 Vladimir Putin was re-elected as president for his what? Third Term | Fourth Term | Fifth Term | Sixth Term
Fifth Term

Which animated short film by Walt Disney entered the “public domain” on New Years Day 2024?
Steamboat Willie

On social media, who in 2024 was trending saying the words “This Is My Idea of A Very Nice Day Out”?
Gary Barlow

Which events company held the “Willy’s Chocolate Experience” in Glasgow?
House of Illuminati

What is the subtitle of the 2024 biographical film based on the life of reggae singer Bob Marley?
Bob Marley: One Love

Which Nordic country officially joined NATO in March 2024, becoming its 32nd member?
Sweden

Which TV journalist was played by Gillian Anderson in the 2024 film “Scoop”?
Emily Maitlis

Tie Break: In April 2024, it was announced that the cost of a TV licence would increase by how much?
£10.50 (from £159 to £169.50)