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Friday 18 September 2026

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

Which film features a character named Jack Torrance who becomes a winter caretaker at an isolated hotel?

Answer: A: The Shining

Jack Torrance is the main character in Stephen King's 'The Shining', adapted into a famous film by Stanley Kubrick.

Answer: Above & Beyond

'Strobe' is one of Above & Beyond's most recognized tracks, released in 2009.

Answer: David Bowie

'Hunky Dory' is one of David Bowie's critically acclaimed albums, featuring songs like 'Changes' and 'Life on Mars?'.

Answer: All of the above

All three technologies—Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee—are commonly used for connecting devices in IoT applications.

Answer: Christopher Nolan

Christopher Nolan directed the acclaimed 'Dark Knight' trilogy, which includes 'Batman Begins', 'The Dark Knight', and 'The Dark Knight Rises'.

Answer: David Haye

'The Hayemaker' is the nickname of David Haye, a former professional boxer from the UK.

Answer: B: Adele

Adele released 'Someone Like You' as part of her album '21', which earned her critical acclaim.

Answer: 16th Century

William Shakespeare was born in 1564, which falls in the 16th century.

Answer: B: Margaret Thatcher

Margaret Thatcher was Prime Minister from 1979 to 1990 and led the UK during the Falklands War in 1982.

Answer: Little Simz

Little Simz won the Mercury Prize in 2022 for her critically acclaimed album 'Sometimes I Might Be Introvert'.