The following questions are from the “Microsoft Rewards Bing News Quiz” for 8-16-2024. Let us know in the comments if you find the wrong answer to any question!!!
Question 1: Who scored 24 points to lead the US men’s basketball team past France to win the Olympic gold medal?
- Stephen Curry
- LeBron James
- Kevin Durant
Correct Answer: Stephen Curry
Question 2: Which kind of baby animal was just born at the Detroit Zoo for the first time ever?
- Gorilla
- Hippo
- Giraffe
Correct Answer: Gorilla
Question 3: What have scientists discovered that could help solve the problem of plastics in oceans?
- Fungi
- Insects
- Fish
Correct Answer: Fungi
Question 4: According to a new study, which country has the lowest life expectancy among primarily English-speaking nations?
- Australia
- US
- England
Correct Answer: US
Question 5: Which disease did the WHO declare a global health emergency earlier this week?
- Measles
- Mpox
- Influenza
Correct Answer: Mpox
Question 6: The most intense solar storm in decades hit what planet this week?
- Neptune
- Mars
- Earth
Correct Answer: Earth
Question 7: Which of these retail giants named a new CEO this past week?
- Starbucks
- Home Depot
- Publix
Correct Answer: Starbucks
Question 8: Which country has been accused of hacking the 2024 US presidential campaigns?
- Iraq
- Iran
- Syria
Correct Answer: Iran
Question 9: NFL quarterback Nick Foles retired at age 35. Which team did he lead to a Super Bowl win?
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Chicago Bears
- Philadelphia Eagles
Correct Answer: Philadelphia Eagles
Question 10: Researchers have determined that Stonehenge’s 13,200-pound Altar Stone came from…
- Scotland
- Wales
- England
Correct Answer: Scotland