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What was the first Tesla Model?
Roadster
The first Tesla Roadster was delivered in February 2008 to Tesla co-founder, chairman and product architect Elon Musk. The company produced 500 similar vehicles through June 2009.
What name was celebrity talk show host Oprah Winfrey born with?
Oprah Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, with the name "Orpah". She was named after a character in the Bible, but later changed her name to "Oprah" because it was easier to pronounce. Oprah is most famous for the long running Oprah Winfrey Show.
What razor-thin country accounts for more than half of the western coastline of South America?
With a toothy coastline of 2,650 miles (4,265 km), Chile accounts for more than half of the western coastline of South America. This razor-thin country is wedged between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes, the Earth's longest mountain range.
What planet has the most moons?
Jupiter has at least 67 known moons. The largest four are called Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.
What video game features Lara Croft?
Digital diva Lara Croft is the heroine of the Tomb Raider series of video games that revolutionized computer gaming. In the original Tomb Raider, Lara recovers pieces of an ancient artifact known as Scion. In Tomb Raider II, she discovers the secret dagger of Xian. In Tomb Raider III, she searches for four mysterious artifacts fashioned from the heart of an ancient meteorite. The Tomb Raider trilogy was so popular it spawned two movies starring Angelina Jolie as the buxom archaeologist.
What is the Tesla logo?
Tesla's logo is not just a fancy 'T'. It actually represents the cross-section of an electric motor first designed by the company's namesake, physicist and inventor Nikola Tesla.
In a bizarre bit of celebrity behavior, who dangled his baby from the third-floor balcony of a German hotel on November 20, 2002?
The horrified fans gathered below thought Michael Jackson was going to drop his child. The singer later admitted that he had made a "terrible mistake" and had only been "caught up in the excitement of the moment". He said he "would never intentionally endanger" the lives of his children. A spokesman later identified the child as Prince Michael II, Jackson's youngest son.
What country has the most natural lakes?
Canada has more than half of all the natural lakes in the world. An impressive nine percent of the country is covered in fresh water.
How many brains did a Stegosaurus have?
Although it was a long-held belief that the Stegosaurus had three brains: One in its head, one in its back, and one in its tail, recent studies have shown that these extra "brains" were actually energy stores for muscles. So the Stegosaurus had only one brain, and not a very big one at that!
What German political leader was known as the "Iron Chancellor"?
As Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Prussia, Otto von Bismarck managed to unite Germany through a series of short and successful wars. Under his leadership, Germany matured from a loose confederation of weak states to a unified and powerful empire. The first Chancellor of the German Empire, he came to be known as the "Iron Chancellor" and is considered one of the most important figures in German history.
What was the first Tesla model with gull-wing doors?
The best-known examples of road-cars with gull-wing doors are the Bricklin SV-1 from the 1970s, the DMC DeLorean from the 1980s, and the Tesla Model X of the 2010s.
What Hollywood starlet was arrested for shoplifting from the Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills?
Detained by security guards in December 2001, Ryder was purportedly found to have several articles of clothing and hair accessories totaling more than $5,000 of unpaid merchandise, including a Marc Jacobs-designed floral print thermal top and a Gucci dress. She was later sentenced to three years probation and 480 hours of community service.
Which African nation has the most pyramids?
Sudan is home to over 200 pyramids, more than twice that of Egypt.
What is the most abundant element in the Universe?
Hydrogen is the lightest and most abundant element in the entire Universe, constituting roughly 75% of all baryonic mass.
Who was the only person in NBA history to be named Most Valuable Player, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the Year?
Drafted into the NBA sixth overall by the Boston Celtics in 1978, Larry Bird played his entire professional career for Boston, winning three NBA championships and two NBA Finals MVP awards. He then served as head coach of the Indiana Pacers from 1997 to 2000, and in 2003 assumed the role of president of basketball operations for the Pacers.
What was the Model 3 supposed to be called?
The car was originally intended to be called the Model E, but after a lawsuit from Ford Motor Company which holds the trademark on "Model E", Musk announced that the car would be called "Model 3" instead.
What Hollywood power couple announced they were separating on January 7, 2005?
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston formally announced their separation after almost five years of marriage. In the press release, they stated "This decision is the result of much thoughtful consideration. We happily remain committed and caring friends with great love and admiration for one another." It was the first marriage for both.
What is the oldest city in the world?
Damascus, the capital of Syria, is widely believed to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world, with evidence of habitation dating back at least 11,000 years. Its location and persistence have made the city a nexus for civilizations come and gone. Today its metropolitan area is home to about 2.5 million people, and in 2008 it was named the Arab Capital of Culture.
What instrument is used to measure wind speed?
An anemometer is used to measure wind speed. The first mechanical anemometer was invented in 1450 by Italian artist and architect Leon Battista Alberti.
What is the name of Eminem's alter ego?
Slim Shady is the evil and mischievous side of Eminem. He was created when Mathers joined the rap group D12, or the Dirty Dozen. Since there were supposed to be 12 rappers and they only had six, they each came up with an alter ego, and Slim Shady was born. When Eminem raps through the point of view of Slim, his songs are violent and dark, with a comic twist.
What is the name of the feature that allows you to phone your Model S and have it greet you at your door?
The "Summon" feature allows your Tesla to navigate a parking lot, find you, and even read parking signs.
What celebrity tycoon ran for President of the United States in 1992 as an independent candidate?
Texas billionaire H. Ross Perot ran for President of the United States in 1992 as an independent candidate and won approximately 19% of the vote, an impressive feat for an independent. He ran again in 1996 on the Reform Party ticket but was less successful, taking only 8% of the vote.
What city is the capital of Australia?
After a long and bitter dispute over whether Sydney or Melbourne should be the national capital of Australia, a compromise was reached to build a new capital between the two cities. The project was completed in 1908 when Canberra replaced Melbourne as the capital of Australia. Located approximately 300 kilometers southwest of Sydney and 650 kilometers northeast of Melbourne, Canberra is the largest inland city in Australia.
What is the name of the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere?
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere. It starts at the Earth's surface and extends 8 to 14.5 kilometers high (5 to 9 miles). Most types of clouds are found in the troposphere, and almost all weather occurs within this layer.
What holiday was established in California in 1966 by scholar/activist Dr. Maulana Karenga?
Kwanzaa is a 7-day festival celebrating the African American people, their culture, history, and community. Kwanzaa, which means "first fruits of the harvest" in the African language Kiswahili, has gained tremendous acceptance and is now celebrated all over the world--especially in the U.S., Africa, and the Caribbean. Despite some misconceptions, Kwanzaa is neither political nor religious in nature and is not a substitute for Christmas. Kwanzaa begins on December 26th and continues until New Years Day, January 1st.