Sports
How many times has Australia hosted the Summer Olympics?
Australia have hosted the Olympic Games twice – Melbourne 1956 and Sydney 2000. It will roll out the red carpet for the Summer Games once more for Brisbane 2032
Which famous amusement park opened on July 16, 1955?
Disneyland in California
According to an article in Forbes, the top 10 island destinations for a honeymoon are (in order from 1st to 10th): Bali, Sri Lanka, ____ , Lombok, Koh Lanta, Koh Samui, Palawan, Dominican Republic, Sicily and Phi Phi.
Phuket
In which book(s) of the Bible is the "Wedding at Cana," where Jesus performed his first miracle of turning water into wine, recorded?
The Gospel of John
Which fruit has its seeds on the outside?
Strawberry
Which athlete has won the most Olympic medals?
Michael Phelps (28) 23 Gold 3 Silver 2 Bronze
Which significant social media platform was founded on July 16, 2006?
Twitter (aka X)
Multiple Choice: According to the NSW Government, this is the most popular baby name (for boys and girls) in 2023.
Noah, Henry, Theodore, Oliver, Leo
Mia, Olivia, Amelia, Charlotte, Isla
Oliver and Isla
In 1 Peter Chapter 3, the woman is referred to as:
A) The weaker vessel B) The stronger vessel
C) The virtuous vessel D) All of the above
In 1 Peter Chapter 3, the woman is referred to as "the weaker vessel". This phrase is often interpreted to mean that women are physically weaker than men. However, it is important to note that this term does not imply inferiority or weakness in character or worth. Instead, it is used to emphasize the need for men to treat women with respect, honor, and understanding. It highlights the importance of nurturing and protecting women, rather than exploiting their vulnerability.
Which country is the largest producer of coffee in the world?
Brazil
What is the only sport to have been played on the moon?
Golf
(Astronaut Alan Shepard famously hit two golf balls on the moon during the Apollo 14 mission)
On July 16, 1931, which scientist known for discovering radium died?
Marie Curie
According to the Australian Institute of Family Studies (in 2021), what is the median age of men and women for first marriage? (rounded to the nearest full number)
In 2021 the median age of men was 30.8 years, and women 29.4 years
What King of Persia was married to a young Jewish woman?
A) Cyrus
B) Nebuchadnezzar
C) Darius
D) Xerxes / Ahasuerus
Xerxes / Ahasuerus
Which South American country is the birthplace of the potato?
Peru
Which of these football players have scored less goals than Lionel Messi in World Cup History? (Multiple answers)
(Brazilian) Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe, Cristiano Ronaldo, Miroslav Klose
Miroslav Klose (16), Ronaldo (15), Lionel Messi (13), Kylian Mbappe (12), Cristiano Ronaldo (8)
What significant event in space exploration occurred on July 16, 1969?
The launch of Apollo 11, the first manned mission to land on the moon
In wedding stationery, what does the acronym RSVP stand for?
Répondez s'il vous plaît (Please respond)
Complete this sentence: "Marriage should be honored by all...."
A) And the marriage bed kept pure
B) And let no one put asunder a husband and a wife
C) Because God wants husbands and wives to honour each other
D) All of the above
The correct answer is "and the marriage bed kept pure." This phrase emphasizes the importance of maintaining faithfulness and fidelity within a marriage. It suggests that spouses should refrain from engaging in any form of infidelity or sexual immorality, in order to uphold the sanctity and purity of the marriage relationship. This phrase highlights the significance of trust, loyalty, and commitment between spouses in a marriage.
Which country invented ice cream?
China.
History isn't perfectly clear, but it is believed that ice cream was invented by the ancient Chinese, then brought to Italy by Marco Polo, to France by Catherine de Medici, and America by Thomas Jefferson
Who is the NBA's all team 3rd leading scorer?
Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Lebron James, Kareem Abdul-Jaabar, Shaquille O'neal
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
All time scorers:
Lebron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’neal
On July 16 1945, the first successful test of an atomic bomb was carried out. What was the name of the test?
The Trinity Test, the first atomic bomb detonation, occurred at the White Sands Proving Ground
Wearing a white wedding dress was a trend started by what famous bride?
Queen Victoria
Proverbs 31:25
"She is clothed with strength and dignity, _____."
A) she speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
B) she provides food for her family and portions for her female servants.
C) she can laugh at the days to come.
D) she opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy.
She is clothed with strength and dignity, she can laugh at the days to come
What food translates to "little donkey"?
Burrito
Wikipedia: The word burrito means "little donkey" in Spanish, the diminutive form of burro, or "donkey". The name burrito, as applied to the dish, possibly derives from the tendency for burritos to contain a lot of different things similar to how a donkey would be able to carry a large burden