Curiosities in the game of kings

Chess has fascinated for centuries - its rules are easy to learn and its incredible depth is only accessible to experienced players (of whom I unfortunately do not count). In the following, I will deal with two entertaining questions: Is it possible, by a correct sequence of moves, to reach a position in which the black king is attacked by two white queens at the same time? Is this also possible by two white rooks?


Both questions must be answered in the affirmative and can be proven by simply providing an example:

PS: Strictly speaking, one would have to describe the course of the game to arrive at this position.

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