Hindi Movies
In which year did Amitabh Bachchan debut in Hindi cinema?
When is 1972?
The Ganga is the largest river in India. From what does it originate?
Where is Gangotri Glacier?
What was the first unofficial name of Frisco?
A. Emerson
B. St Louis - San Francisco Railway
C. Frisco City
D. San Francisco
A. Emerson
What is the highest mountain in Africa?
What is Mount Kilimanjaro?
Beirut is which country's capital?
Where is Lebanon?
1930s: This actor started his acting career during the silent eras and proceeded to woo his audience for the next few decades. He was a pioneer of both Indian Cinema and Indian Theatre. He appeared in movies such as 'Alam Ara' (1931), 'Vidyapati' (1937) and 'Mughal-e-Azam' (1960). Who was he?
Who is Prithviraj Kapoor
Prithviraj Kapoor was one of the first leading men in the industry. He started his career with a small role in India's first talkie, 'Alam Ara'. He continued in his cinematic journey giving hits like 'Manzil' and 'Milap'. His most memorable role was in K. Asif's 'Mughal-e-Azam' in 1960 as Emperor Akbar. He was also the first person from the Kapoor family to step into the industry. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren are all actors and continue to rule the industry. He continued to act until his death in 1972. He has been honoured with Padma Bhusan and Dadasahed Phalke awards.
About 60% of the Thar Desert is in what Indian state?
Where is Rajasthan?
When was Frisco, TX Established?
A. 1902
B. 1860
C. 1900
D. 1845
A. 1902
What is the northernmost national capital city in the world?
Where is Reykjavik, Iceland?
Which four presidents are on Mount Rushmore?
Who is: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, and Theodore Roosevelt
1940s: This actor started his acting career unexpectedly with the 1936 movie 'Jeevan Naiyya' opposite Devika Rani. He went on to become one of the most celebrated actors of Indian Cinema giving hits like 'Kismet', 'Achhyut Kanya' and 'Mahal'. He is also fondly called "Dada Moni." Who is he?
Who is Ashok Kumar?
Ashok Kumar was born as Kumudlal Ganguly in 1911. Through his acting, he attained an iconic stature in Indian Cinema. He was fondly called "Dada Moni" (literally meaning "brother jewel") and was the elder brother of Anoop Kumar, Kishore Kumar and Sita Devi. His movie 'Kismet' opposite Mumtaz Shanti created history and he gave many hits. His pairing with Devika Rani, Leela Chintis, Madhubala and Meena Kumari was especially popular. He continued acting until the '80s and moved on to character roles. He died aged 90 in 2001.
What is the highest dam in India?
Where is Tehri?
In 2016, the Dallas Cowboys moved their practice facility to The Star in Frisco. Previously, the team had practiced at Valley Ranch in which "I" city within Dallas county, formerly home to the now demolished Texas Stadium?
Where is Irving?
16. What country is known as "Land of a Thousand Lakes"?
What is Finland?
What are the seven ancient wonders of the world?
What are the
Colossus of Rhodes,
Great Pyramid of Giza,
Hanging Gardens of Babylon,
Statue of Zeus at Olympia,
Temple of Artemis at Ephesus,
Mausoleum at Halicarnassus,
Lighthouse of Alexandria
Who was the first Indian Director to shoot at NASA?
Who is Ashutosh Gowariker?
What state largest concentration of stupas in India?
Where is Madhya Pradesh?
A stupa is a tumulus or mound containing the relics of the Bhuddha. The best preserved examples of stupas are at Sanchi in Madhya Pradesh and Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh. A stupa is a symbolic representation of the fully enlightened mind and the path to enlightenment.
The objectives of a stupa are:
1.To inspire people to seek a peaceful and spiritual path.
2.To help explain Buddhism to anyone interested.
3.To be a place of pilgrimage for Buddhists from around the world.
4.To provide a peaceful refuge and place of serenity for all, and especially for those in need.
5.To be of service to as many beings as possible. Difficulty: Hard.
It’s come a long way from its days as a warehouse district! Today, which neighborhood northwest of Downtown is home to many art galleries and showrooms (not surprising, given its name)?
Where is the Design District?
Which African country is the most populated?
What is Nigeria?
The national emblem of India features four Asiatic lions standing back to back. In which city is this emblem located?
Where is New Delhi?
Who was the first Indian Actor to act in a Bollywood Movie?
Who is Sabu Dastigar?
What is The National Emblem of India is adapted from?
What is Sarnath Lion?
The Sarnath Lion was adopted by the Government of India on 26th January, 1950 (when India became a Republic). There are 4 lions though one is hidden from view.
Which philanthropist and computer scientist (born and raised in Dallas) first “clicked” with an Apple II computer when she was a student at St. Monica Catholic School?
Who is Melinda Gates?
Which country is made up of 7,000 islands?
What is the Philippines?
Which Chinese tea is known for its roasted flavor and is often served in Chinese restaurants?
What is Oolong tea?