Jep 52

Science

100

What is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature.

Mercury 

200

Which of the following scientific claims is actually TRUE?

A) The Tongue Map: Different sections of the human tongue are specifically designed to taste sweet, sour, salty, and bitter flavors.

B) Goldfish Memory: Goldfish have a memory span of only three to five seconds, making them unable to remember complex tasks.

C) Radioactive Fruit: Because they contain a specific isotope of potassium, bananas are technically radioactive.

D) Blue Blood: Human blood is blue while inside the veins and only turns red once it is exposed to oxygen outside the body.

C) Radioactive Fruit: Because they contain a specific isotope of potassium, bananas are technically radioactive.

1. The "Lies" (Common Myths):
   • The Tongue Map: You might have seen diagrams showing that your tongue has specific zones for sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. In reality, all taste buds are distributed across the tongue and can detect every flavor.
   • Goldfish Memory: People say goldfish have a three-second memory span. Scientists have actually proven they can remember things for months and can even be trained to respond to light or music.
   • Blood is Blue: A common myth suggests that blood is blue inside your body and only turns red when it hits oxygen. Blood is always red; it just looks blue through your skin because of the way light reflects off your veins.
2. The "Truth":
   • Bananas are Radioactive: This sounds like a lie, but it’s true! Bananas contain high levels of potassium, and a small fraction of that potassium is the isotope Potassium-40, which is radioactive. However, you’d have to eat about 10 million bananas at once to die of radiation poisoning, so they are perfectly safe.

300

Largest Internal Organ: While your skin is technically the largest organ overall, what is the largest internal organ?

Liver

400

What is the speed of light?

A: 186,282 miles per second

B: 609,005 miles per second

C: 5.2 million miles per second

D: 8.3 million miles per second

A: 186,282 miles per second 

• Speed of Light: Light travels at approximately 186,282 miles per second (299,792 km/s), meaning it takes about 8 minutes and 20 seconds for sunlight to reach Earth.

500

What is the only letter in the alphabet that does not appear anywhere on the periodic table.

The Letter J

History

100

Which document, signed in 1776, declared the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule?

• A) The Constitution
• B) The Bill of Rights
• C) The Declaration of Independence
• D) The Articles of Confederation

 

C) The Declaration of Independence

200

Which famous Renaissance artist painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel? 

• A) Leonardo da Vinci
• B) Raphael
• C) Michelangelo
• D) Donatello

C) Michelangelo (he actually preferred sculpting over painting!)

300

 Which U.S. President is the only one to have served more than two terms in office?

• A) George Washington
• B) Theodore Roosevelt
• C) Franklin D. Roosevelt
• D) Dwight D. Eisenhower

C) Franklin D. Roosevelt (he was elected to four terms).

400

1. Which civilization is credited with inventing the wheel around 3500 BCE?

• A) Ancient Egyptians
• B) The Maya
• C) The Sumerians
• D) The Romans

C) The Sumerians (in Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq).

500

New Seven Wonders of the World (Modern)

These were selected by a global vote in 2007 to represent currently standing architectural feats. 

Name one of the 7 wonders.

1. Great Wall of China(China)

2. Petra(Jordan)

3. The Colosseum(Italy)

4. Chichén Itzá(Mexico)

5. Machu Picchu(Peru)

6. Taj Mahal(India)

7. Christ the Redeemer(Brazil)

   Note: The 

   Great Pyramid of Giza

    was granted honorary status as it is the only ancient wonder still standing.

Culture

100

In Mexican culture, what is the name of the holiday celebrated to honor and remember deceased loved ones?

• A) Cinco de Mayo
• B) Día de los Muertos
• C) Las Posadas
• D) Grito de Dolores

B) Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

200

Which city is famously known as the "Fashion Capital of the World" and hosts one of the biggest annual fashion weeks?

• A) Milan
• B) Paris
• C) New York City
• D) London

B) Paris (Though all four are major hubs, Paris is traditionally considered the ultimate fashion capital.)

300

 Which country is the origin of the martial art "Karate"?

• A) China
• B) Japan
• C) Korea
• D) Thailand

B) Japan (Specifically the Okinawa islands)

400

The "Haka" is a ceremonial dance and challenge that originated from which indigenous culture?

• A) The Zulu of South Africa
• B) The Māori of New Zealand
• C) The Maya of Central America
• D) The Aboriginal Australians

 

B) The Māori of New Zealand

500

. The "Mona Lisa," perhaps the most famous painting in history, is currently housed in which world-renowned museum?

• A) The British Museum
• B) The Metropolitan Museum of Art
• C) The Vatican Museum
• D) The Louvre

D) The Louvre (Located in Paris, France.)

Religion

100

Which city is considered the holiest site in the world for Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike?

• A) Rome
• B) Mecca
• C) Jerusalem
• D) Cairo

C) Jerusalem

200

• In Christianity, which event is celebrated on Easter Sunday?

  • A) The birth of Jesus
  • B) The resurrection of Jesus
  • C) The Last Supper
  • D) The baptism of Jesus

B) The resurrection of Jesus

300

 Which religious figure is known for achieving enlightenment under the Bodhi tree becoming the first Buddha?

• A) Mahavira
• B) Siddhartha Gautama
• C) Guru Nanak
• D) Confucius

B) Siddhartha Gautama (This event marked the beginning of Buddhism).

400

 In Hindu tradition, who is known as the "remover of obstacles" and is easily recognized by his elephant head? 

• A) Shiva
• B) Vishnu
• C) Ganesha
• D) Brahma

C) Ganesha

500

Which religion follows the "Five K's," including keeping uncut hair (Kesh) and carrying a wooden comb (Kangha)?

• A) Jainism
• B) Hinduism
• C) Sikhism
• D) Shintoism

C) Sikhism

Sports

100

In golf, what is the term for completing a hole in one stroke under "par"?

• A) Eagle
• B) Birdie
• C) Bogey
• D) Albatross

B) Birdie

200

• In the sport of tennis, what is the term used when the score is tied at 40-40?

  • A) Advantage
  • B) Deuce
  • C) Break Point
  • D) Love

B) Deuce

300

 In the sport of Ice Hockey, what is it called when a single player scores three goals in a single game?

• A) A Grand Slam
• B) A Hat Trick
• C) A Triple Play
• D) A Strike

B) A Hat Trick

400

What is the only team in NFL history to complete an entire season (including the Super Bowl) undefeated?

• A) 1985 Chicago Bears
• B) 2007 New England Patriots
• C) 1972 Miami Dolphins
• D) 1996 Green Bay Packers

 

C) 1972 Miami Dolphins (The 2007 Patriots went undefeated in the regular season but lost the Super Bowl)

500

In the sport of boxing, who was the first heavyweight champion to finish his career with a perfect 49-0 record?

• A) Muhammad Ali
• B) Mike Tyson
• C) Rocky Marciano
• D) Joe Louis

C) Rocky Marciano