General Knowledge
What is the largest organ in the human body?
The Skin
Which people are exempt from fasting?
Children, the elderly, pregnant or breastfeeding women, travelers, those who are sick, and others.
What does the acronym BHAG stand for?
Big Hairy Audacious Goal
What is the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
Which fruit is known as the "king of fruits"?
DURIAN!
What is the national animal of Scotland?
The Unicorn
The morning meal before fasting begins is called ______, and the meal to break fast is called _____.
Sahoor; Iftar
What year was Materialise founded?
1990 by Wilfried Vancraen
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
Diamond
What is the Italian word for “ice cream”?
Gelato
Which language is the most spoken in the world by native speakers?
Mandarin Chinese
Why is charity emphasized during Ramadan?
To remind Muslims of the importance of helping those in need and to purify their wealth and soul.
What are the 4 main pillars of BHAG?
Focus to Scale, Delight our Customers, Simplify for Success, Powered by People
Which part of the human body produces insulin?
The pancreas
What is the chemical process that turns milk into cheese?
Fermentation
How many hearts does an octopus have?
Three
Why should you eat dates?
Instant Energy Boost, Natural Sweetness and Sugar Regulation (low GI), Rich in Antioxidants, Pregnancy and Labor Benefits, Promotes Heart Health, Supports Brain Health (Choline and B6)
What is the new slogan introduced with BHAG?
We Scale Up, and Make our Innovations Count
What’s the name of the only metal that’s liquid at room temperature?
Mercury
What is the name of the dish made from raw fish in Japanese cuisine?
Sashimi
What is the longest word in the English language with no vowels?
Rhythms
What is the benefit of fasting?
Promotes Cellular Repair, Supports Weight Loss, Hormonal Regulation, Improves Heart Health, Reduce Inflammation, Enhances Brain Function
What is the KPI target for our four BHAG pillars?
(Any one of the pillars are acceptable)
- FtS: Grow from 5 to 10 business lines with each representing +30 millions revenue and at least 10% EBIT
- DoC: NPS score at 50, 200k patients treated directly with our devices and services
- SfS: Average revenue per person grows from 100kEUR to 150kEUR; 50% improvement
- PbP: Engagement score from 76 to 80
What is the main gas found in Earth’s atmosphere?
Nitrogen
What is the most expensive spice in the world by weight?
Saffron ($4 ~$20 per gram)