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    Oct 04, 2020 5 minutes

    QUIZWORD by Alan Shuker

    Puzzle No 1567

    Clues across

    1. Likely composed in the early 8th century, what is the oldest known poem in English? (7)

    4. In 1900, which Dwight donated a tennis trophy? (5)

    7. What light sparkling wine is named after an area in Italy where it is produced? (4)

    8. What popular tea is named after a British prime minister? (4,4)

    10. What is the state capital of Nevada? (6,4)

    12. What hairdo is formed by braiding or twisting the hair? (6)

    13. Who in a 70s television comedy said to three workers, “Please, which one is man with beard?” (6)

    15. What water creature lives in a cast-off mollusc shell? (6,4)

    18. Where in Switzerland has a jazz festival been held annually since 1967? (8)

    19. What describes someone who buys new issue shares to sell at once for a profit? (4)

    20. Which Netherlands

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