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Last Updated: Thursday, 7 June 2007, 15:54 GMT 16:54 UK
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Weekly world news quiz
The week in questions graphic

It's the end of another week... Just how much do you remember about the headlines from the past seven days?

Question 1
"By perseverance, the snail could reach the Ark." Who was giving this helpful advice?
A: An Indian judge advising overweight air hostesses to diet
B: A London Olympics adviser arguing the controversial new logo would catch on eventually
C: Protesters in a slogan on a giant banner urging the G8 summit to take climate change seriously
Question 2
US therapists believe they have discovered the key to a happy relationship. So what do they suggest couples should do?
A: "Call time on talk"
B: "Understand not demand"
C: "Energise emotion"
Question 3
Many British motorists are lost when it comes to understanding common traffic signs such as "no through road", a survey suggested. But some would like to add even more. Which one of the following new signs was NOT suggested?
A: Cash machine nearby
B: Urban foxes crossing
C: Toilet stop
Question 4
Why did police in India block a five-year-old wonder boy famed for his long-distance runs from competing in a 500km walk?
A: Because he should have been in school
B: Because they thought it was bad for his health
C: Because of complaints from adults that he would embarrass them if he won
Question 5
George W Bush loves jigsaw puzzles, particularly those by a British designer. What was on the puzzle that the First Lady reportedly asked the artist to design specially for Mr Bush's 60th birthday?
A: The Bush family
B: The family dogs
C: Bush, himself, dressed in cowboy boots and hat
Question 6
What were 2,000 nudists doing outdoors in Amsterdam?
A: Celebrating the start of summer
B: Protesting against designer clothing
C: Posing for a photographer
Question 7
Why has a court ordered American-owned boats to be "captured" if they enter particular waters?
A: Because of a row over a deep-sea treasure trove
B: Because of a row over shrimp-fishing rights
C: Because of a row over "rowdy" leisure cruises

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