What is the capital of France?
Paris
In which year did the Titanic sink?
1912
What gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere?
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Who wrote "Romeo and Juliet"?
William Shakespeare
Which type of pasta’s name means “little worms” in Italian?
Vermicelli
Name the largest desert in the world.
The Sahara Desert
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
Diamond
What movie series features a character named Darth Vader?
Star Wars
From which country does the dish paella originate?
Spain.
Which country has the most islands?
Indonesia
What event began on July 28, 1914?
World War I
What planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
Which artist painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci
What type of food is Edamame?
Young soybeans, usually served steamed.
What is the longest river in Europe?
The Volga River
Who was the British monarch during World War II?
King George VI
What is the periodic table symbol for silver?
Ag
What is the name of the first Harry Potter book?
"Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" (or "Sorcerer's Stone" in the U.S.)
What is the main ingredient used in traditional pesto sauce?
Basil.
Which two countries share the longest border in the world?
The United States and Canada
What ancient civilization built the Machu Picchu?
The Inca Empire
What is the principle behind the operation of a microwave oven?
It uses electromagnetic radiation to heat water molecules in food
Who directed the movie "Titanic"?
James Cameron
Which spice is the most expensive by weight?
Saffron.