Dangerous birds, headless statues and rescues from space take the Thursday quiz
Briefly

The article humorously contrasts the short reign of Lady Jane Grey with Liz Truss's brief Prime Ministership, noting that while Truss engaged in a promotional book tour, Grey met a tragic end faced with imprisonment and execution. It highlights the absurdity of comparing their experiences, noting that Grey did not seek to defend her rule through a book and legal threats. The quiz invites readers to enjoy the game, emphasizing the difference between historical fact and light-hearted commentary while providing an avenue for error reporting only if it pertains to factual inaccuracies.
Lady Jane Grey did not embark on a book promotional tour like Liz Truss, as she faced imprisonment and execution instead.
The quiz highlights that Lady Jane Grey's situation is vastly different from Liz Truss' hubristic book promotion and legal threats after her term.
It is unnecessary to fact-check obvious jokes; the comparison between Lady Jane Grey and Liz Truss was made in jest.
If you believe there has been an error in the quiz, ensure you're not fact-checking a joke before lodging a complaint.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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