Round One Questions

Round One is dedicated to Famous Scots

Question 1
This descendant of John Knox was the only ordained clergyman to sign the Declaration of Independence. Who was he?

Question 2
Who recruited this signer of Declaration of Independence to come to America as president of the College of New Jersey?

Question 3
Who was the first U.S. Governor of the state of Georgia?

Question 4
Who invented/developed Radar as a functioning system?

Question 5
Who wrote “The Guns of Navarone,” “Captain Cook,” “Lawrence of Arabia” and twenty-six other world bestsellers?

Question 6
Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?

Question 7
This Scot started the first TV station in the world. Who was he?

Question 8
This Scot surgeon introduced the world to the use of general anesthesia. Prior to this patients had to be held down and endured terrible pain during surgery. Who was he?

Question 9
This world-renowned comedian is also an accomplished musician, actor, and recording star. Acting roles include “The Last Samurai” and “The Changeling.” Who is he? Hint! He is alive and working today.

Question 10
His athletic prowess and religious principles became the subject of the film "Chariots of Fire." Who was he?