Squiz Quiz – 1 April 2022
1. The Federal Budget was handed down this week. It included a cut to the fuel excise by 22c/litre that will be in place for how long?
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There’s scepticism about its effectiveness because sudden jumps in oil prices will eat it up.
2. Which big Aussie company had a change of leadership this week?
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Andy Penn is stepping down after more than 7 years in the job.
3. The boss of another company, Matt Bekier from Star Entertainment, announced his departure this week. What’s that about?
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An ongoing inquiry into the suitability of Sydney’s Star Casino to retain its gaming license is due to report on 30 June.
4. Which Pacific island nation is poised to sign a controversial security deal with China?
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The deal would allow China’s military forces to be stationed there, which puts them less than 2,000km from Australia.
5. Which major Chinese city has been placed under lockdown in an effort to bring COVID under control?
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It’s China’s biggest lockdown of the pandemic so far.
6. What does new research say the natural bedtime is for the majority of adults?
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Night owls rejoice…
7. Actor Will Smith’s slapping of comedian Chris Rock at the Oscars on Monday made big news headlines this week. What award was Rock presenting at the time?
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Smith said he was protecting his family, but apologised for the outburst.
8. Back to the movies though… Which flick won Best Picture at the Oscars?
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It’s a feel-good flick that’s on our list to watch this weekend…
9. What did former US President Donald Trump release a media statement about this week?
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He said “there’d been a lot of chatter” about his achievement…
10. While we’re on the subject, former US Secretary of State/Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton shared some news too. What new adventure is she embarking on?
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Who would have thought…
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