Q.1: In the late 16th century, a writer of prose fiction named Robert Greene wrote a book titled A Groatsworth of Wit, in which he surveyed the literary scenario in London. Towards the end, he mentioned a newcomer but not by name:
"Yes trust them not: for there is an upstart Crow, beautified with our feathers, that with his Tygers hart wrapt in a Players hyde, supposes he is as well able to bombast out a blanke verse as the best of you: and beeing an absolute Johannes fac totum,is in his owne conceit the onely -scene in a countrey."
He basically accused the newcomer of plagiarism, by borrowing the quote "an upstart crow, beautified with feathers" from another famous writer of the time Horace.
Who was this newcomer?
Q.2: The Latin phrase for "Our Nourishing Mother" was originally used for mother goddesses like Ceres and Cybele, eventually coming to be used for Mother Mary after the rise of Christianity.
However, this phrase in its original Latin gained its current meaning from its use in the name of an institution that was founded in 1088, and continues to function today, as the oldest of its type.
What phrase and what institution?
Q.3: Designed by Franc Fernandez, this celebrity’s unforgettable look 12 years ago at the MTV Video Music Awards is still talked about today.
The intention was to make a political statement with it in support of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy repeal saying that”If you are willing to die for your country, what does it matter how you identify”. In later interviews about her statement, she says that she did not mean to disrespect anybody and only wanted people to stand up for what they believed in.
What was she dressed in?
Q.4: Dolce and Gabbana, the Italian fashion house, created a campaign for their Fall/Winter 2020 collection that portrays the sensual side of female beauty. The image attached shows a photograph from the collection which was inspired by one of the greatest painters of the Baroque period who played with movement, light and anecdotal details.
Which piece of artwork was this shot inspired by?
Q.5: This drink initially gained popularity in USA during the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the late 1980s and early 90s as it was hoped that the drink could increase T-cell counts and support compromised immune systems. However, it fell out of favour following a report by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in 1995.
With greater awareness of probiotics and the possible health benefits of fermented foods, it resurged as a health product in the early 21st century, and home-brewing kits and commercial brews were soon readily available in many places.
Which drink are we talking about?
Q.6: A luxury shoe that changed into a status symbol is adorned and talked about by celebrities such as Cardi B and Jennifer Lopez in their music. The designer of these shoes filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Yves Saint Laurent saying that they breached the company’s copyright over their red sole.
After an 18 month long battle, the Manhattan Federal District Court decided that YSL may use the red sole under a certain condition.
Put Funda.
Q.7: The following snippet from Taylor Swift’s music video ‘You need to calm down’ features Katy Perry’s delicious outfit from the Met Gala after-party in late 2010’s.
Name the theme of the Met Gala in which she wore this costume.
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