The Strategist Quiz (#158)

 

1. Where was the rubber to make bladders for the Jabulani footballs used in the recent world cup sourced from? 
    
2. This product dates back to 1929 and was known for its trademark green shaft and transparent ink window. The brand under which it is sold was founded by a chemist in 1838 and currently has a Hanging Gardens of Babylon edition too. Name it. 
3. Name the first Chinese company to sponsor the FIFA World Cup. 
    
4. Which airline’s chief wants to introduce standing seats and charge $1.25 for using the toilet in the aircraft? 
    
5. Film personalities Kareena Kapoor and Farah Khan are brand ambassadors for which healthcare company? 
    
6. The first instance of this commodity in India was recorded in 1508 when the Portuguese brought it from Peru. Name it. 
    
7. “Be a Man, Man” is which brand’s latest ad campaign? 
    
8. What are Xperience, Xtreme and Xcitement? 
    
9. Whose line is this: “Remember, my son, that any man who is a bear on the future of this country will go broke”? 
10. Identify the brand/company from its logo. It was founded in 1906 by a hakim .

 

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