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Monday 13 July 2026

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

Which event marked the beginning of World War II?

Answer: The invasion of Poland

World War II began on September 1, 1939, when Germany invaded Poland.

Answer: B: Ed Sheeran

'Shape of You' is one of Ed Sheeran's most popular songs, released in 2017.

Answer: Michael Phelps

Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian of all time, having won 23 gold medals in swimming.

Answer: Tennis

In tennis, the term 'love' is used to indicate a score of zero in a game.

Answer: The Magician's Nephew

'The Magician's Nephew' is a prequel to 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' and was published in 1955.

Answer: Worm

A worm is a type of malicious software that replicates itself to spread to other computers.

Answer: Winston Smith

Winston Smith is the protagonist of '1984', a dystopian novel published in 1949.

Answer: 1962

'Please Please Me' was released in March 1963 and was The Beatles' debut studio album.

Answer: Adele

Adele's '21' was a commercial success and included several chart-topping singles.

Answer: C: Pink Floyd

'The Dark Side of the Moon' is one of the best-selling albums of all time, known for its progressive rock sound.