Daily Quiz | On significant events on April 2
Alec Guinness, British actor who was born on April 2, in 1914.
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The Bishop of Rome and head of the Roman Catholic Church from 1978 who was the first non-Italian pope in 455 years and the first from a Slavic country died on this day in 2005. Who was he?
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This international Portuguese filmmaker died on this day in 2015. He is known for his film ‘Past and Present’. Who was he?
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This American organized-crime boss was convicted on 13 criminal counts—including the murder of Paul Castellano and others, racketeering, and obstruction of justice—and was sentenced to life in prison on this day in 1992. Name him.
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This soap opera debuted as a five-part miniseries on American television. The series revolved around an affluent and feuding Texas family, the Ewings, who owned the independent oil company Ewing Oil. Name the show.
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This movie had its world premiere in Washington, D.C. in 1968; it became a classic, setting the benchmark for sci-fi films. It was directed by Stanley Kubrick. Name the film.
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This German sculptor and painter who was a leading advocate of irrationality in art, was born on this day in 1891. He was a primary pioneer of the Dada movement and surrealism in Europe. Identify the artist.
Published – April 02, 2025 05:00 pm IST