Astley Farm, near Leeds, provides Mastermind with its first-ever farmer competitor. A doctor, graduate and lecturer make up the rest of the group, who will be in contention for a place in the semi-finals. Tonight's venue is Hull University.
The contenders are -
Anne Falloon, graduate: Life of Lord Byron
Christopher Booth, farmer: World War II
Nicholas Gold, doctor: Life of Admiral Horatio Hornblower
Bill Bent, lecturer: Battles in England 1066-1715