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Monday 10 August 2026

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

Which band released the song 'Bohemian Rhapsody'?

Answer: Queen

'Bohemian Rhapsody' was released by Queen in 1975 and is considered one of the greatest rock songs of all time.

Answer: Great Expectations

Pip is the protagonist in Charles Dickens' 'Great Expectations'.

Answer: Winston Churchill

Winston Churchill served as Prime Minister of the UK during most of World War II and is famous for his leadership during this time.

Answer: JavaScript

JavaScript, abbreviated as JS, is a programming language widely used for web development.

Answer: Archimedes' principle

Archimedes' principle states that an object submerged in fluid experiences a buoyant force equal to the weight of the fluid displaced.

Answer: To test the reachability of a host

The 'ping' command is used to check if a specific IP address is accessible across a network.

Answer: To limit the powers of the monarchy

The Glorious Revolution aimed to limit the powers of the monarchy by establishing constitutionalism and ensuring parliamentary sovereignty.

Answer: Java

Java is a programming language that is widely used in web development and is named after Java coffee.

Answer: Peter Dinklage

Peter Dinklage received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Tyrion Lannister.

Answer: Battle of Naseby

The Battle of Naseby in 1645 was a decisive battle for the Parliamentarians in the English Civil War.