General Knowledge
Mount Fuji is the tallest mountain in which country?
Japan
In “Frozen” (2013), what is the name of the snowman that Elsa creates?
Olaf
Which country won the most recent FIFA World Cup?
Spain
What does PHSA stand for?
Pacific health science academy
What is it called when a solid changes directly into a gas?
Sublimation
How many bones do Sharks have?
ZERO
Which live-action Disney remake starring Halle Bailey was released in 2023?
The Little Mermaid
What does NBA stand for?
National Basketball Association
Name 3 other schools that participate in Health Science Academy?
E.g. MAGS, AGGS and Kelston Boys/Girls
Which green pigment absorbs light energy for photosynthesis?
Chlorophyll
In which year did the Titanic sink?
1912
In “Up” (2009), how many balloons does Carl use to lift his house (approximately)?
About 10,000
Where was the first Rugby World Cup final held in 1987?
Mt Eden Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
How many parent Talanoa evenings have we had this year?
3
How many elements are on the periodic table?
118
Which artist is known as the “King of Pop”?
Michael Jackson
What 2021 Korean drama became Netflix's most-watched series?
Squid Game
In which sport would you hear the term “love” for a score of zero?
Tennis
What is the name of the celebration for Yr 13 PHSA students?
The Vinaka Ceremony
Give the definition of Osmosis
The net movement of water molecules through a semi-permeable membrane from an area of high concentration (low solute concentration) to an area of low concentration (high solute concentration).
Which vitamin is produced when the skin is exposed to sunlight?
Vitamin D
What is the name of the coffee shop in Friends?
Central Perk
Which country is traditionally credited with inventing the Olympic Games?
Greece
What is the goal for PHSA?
What chemical reaction occurs when energy is absorbed?
Endothermic