Squiz Quiz – 17 June 2022
1. The Albanese Government has committed Oz to a new emissions reduction target for 2030. What is it?
The PM says the move should bring an end the "climate wars".
2. Which Aussie state is working on their own version of a First Nations Voice to parliament?
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SA lawmakers are keen to get on with things...
3. What’s the finance term for when a stock market declines by 20% or more from recent highs?
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A bull market is when the stock market rises 20% from recent bear market lows and heads towards record highs.
4. The Socceroos are heading to the FIFA World Cup in Qatar after claiming victory over Peru on Tuesday. How many consecutive World Cups have they now qualified for?
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Roos coach Graham Arnold said it was “one of the greatest achievements ever”.
5. What are some Aussie pubs are considering ditching in order to save some cash?
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It’s a very contentious issue…
6. What have Pakistanis have been urged to cut to help keep the country's economy afloat?
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Pakistan is the world's largest importer of tea and its government says that cutting down on the cuppas will help reduce the country’s high import costs.
7. What’s the name of the once-popular internet browser that was taken offline this week?
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Explorer has been “retired”, with Microsoft Edge replacing it.
8. Queen Elizabeth became the 2nd-longest serving sovereign monarch in history this week. Who claims the #1 spot?
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After 70 years and 127 days on the British throne this week, QEII needs to rule for 72 years and 110 days to draw level.
9. K-pop group BTS announced they won't be recording together for a while. Why?
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“I think we should spend some time apart to learn how to be one again,” BTS star J-Hope said.
10. Who's the winner of the 2019 Gold Logie? They are up for the top award again this year...
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Australian television’s night of nights is back after a 2-year hiatus.
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