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Thursday 28 May 2026

This page records the questions, correct answers and explanations from this completed daily round.

Which English monarch was known as 'The Merry Monarch'?

Answer: Charles II

Charles II was known as 'The Merry Monarch' due to his lively court and enjoyment of life after the austere rule of the Puritans.

Answer: William Shakespeare

'Hamlet' is one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies.

Answer: B: Emma Stone

Emma Stone won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in 'La La Land'.

Answer: Amy Winehouse

'Back to Black' was released in 2006 and is considered Amy Winehouse's signature album.

Answer: To protect British agriculture

The Corn Laws were designed to impose tariffs on imported grain to protect British farmers from foreign competition.

Answer: Rose

The rose is the national flower of England.

Answer: To connect multiple networks

A router directs data packets between networks, allowing them to communicate.

Answer: Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not

This album was critically acclaimed and featuring hits like 'I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor.'

Answer: Serenity

'Serenity' is the name of the spaceship that the crew travels in the TV series 'Firefly'.

Answer: Pink Floyd

'The Dark Side of the Moon' is one of Pink Floyd's most famous albums and is known for its conceptual themes.