History
What event on December 7, 1941, prompted the United States to enter World War II?
The Attack on Pearl Harbor
What is the chemical formula for table salt?
NaCl
In the movie "Titanic," who played the lead roles of Jack and Rose?
Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet
What historical period is associated with Gregorian chants?
Medieval period (specifically, around the 9th to 13th centuries)
What popular Super Nintendo RPG features a young hero named Link, who embarks on a quest to rescue Princess Zelda and defeat the evil Ganon?
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
Who was the founder of the Mongol Empire in the 13th century?
Genghis Khan
What is the chemical formula for glucose, a simple sugar?
C6H12O6
What 1994 Disney movie featured a young lion prince and was later adapted into a highly successful Broadway musical?
The Lion King
Who is traditionally credited with compiling and codifying the Gregorian chants?
Pope Gregory I (Gregory the Great)
In the RPG "Chrono Trigger," what is the name of the time-traveling device that the characters use to explore different eras?
Epoch
Which ancient civilization is credited with inventing the concept of democracy in the 5th century BCE?
Ancient Greece
What is the chemical formula for sulfuric acid, a strong mineral acid?
H2SO4
Who directed the 1994 film "Pulp Fiction"?
Quentin Tarantino
What language were Gregorian chants originally sung in?
Latin
Which Super Nintendo RPG, developed by Square (now Square Enix), is known for its active-time battle system and follows the story of a group of heroes trying to save their world from an evil empire?
Final Fantasy VI (also known as Final Fantasy III in North America)
Who was the first President of the United States to be impeached?
Andrew Johnson (He was impeached in 1868, though he was not removed from office.)
What is the chemical formula for potassium permanganate, a powerful oxidizing agent?
KMnO4
In the 1999 film "The Matrix," what is the real name of the character played by Keanu Reeves?
Neo (His real name is Thomas A. Anderson)
What is the primary purpose of Gregorian chants within the context of Christian worship?
To enhance the liturgical experience and aid in prayer and meditation.
What Super Nintendo RPG, released in 1995, was developed by Enix and is known for its complex narrative and philosophical themes?
Terranigma
What treaty formally ended World War I, signed on June 28, 1919?
The Treaty of Versailles
What is the chemical formula for the compound commonly known as baking soda?
NaHCO3
Which 1991 movie directed by Oliver Stone is a biographical drama about the life of Jim Morrison, the lead singer of The Doors?
The Doors
What are some distinctive characteristics of Gregorian chants in terms of musical notation?
Gregorian chants use neumes, an early form of musical notation, to represent the basic melody. The neumes provide a general contour of the melody but do not specify precise pitches.
Which Super Nintendo RPG is often considered one of the greatest of all time, featuring a group of kids with psychic abilities who embark on a journey to save the world from an alien threat?
EarthBound