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100
This country is known for Mount Fuji
a. India
b. Japan
c. Chile
d. Australia
b. Japan
Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest peak at 3,776 meters, is a sacred symbol of the country and an active stratovolcano last erupting in 1707.
100
True or False
Martin Luther was an American Civil Rights advocate
False
Martin Luther was a German theologian and key figure in the Protestant Reformation during the 16th century, whereas Martin Luther King Jr. was an American civil rights advocate in the 20th century.
100
Which country wrote the famous story "The Little Match Girl"?
a. Germany
b. Russia
c. The Netherlands
d. Denmark
d. Denmark
"The Little Match Girl" was written by Hans Christian Andersen, a Danish author, and is one of Denmark's most famous literary works.
100
What is the main ingredient in a traditional pesto sauce?
a) Basil
b) Spinach
c) Cilantro
d) Mint
a. Basil
The main ingredient in a traditional pesto sauce is basil, which gives it its signature flavor and aroma.
200
Which part of the United States does New England refer to?
a. Western USA
b. Northern USA
c. Eastern USA
d. Southern USA
c. Eastern USA
New England refers to the northeastern region of the United States, which includes states like Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Vermont, known for its colonial history and autumn foliage.
200
The Aztec Empire was a civilization from which modern nation today?
a. Brazil
b. Guatemala
c. Mexico
d. Nicaragua
c. Mexico
The Aztec Empire was centered in what is now modern-day Mexico, with its capital, Tenochtitlán, located in present-day Mexico City.
200
In the tale Hansel and Gretel, what ultimately was the witch's fate?
a. Hunters caught her after trying to chase after the two kids escaping
b. She was pushed into an oven by Gretel, burning to death.
c. She was pushed into an oven by Hansel, burning to death.
d. The kids break off pieces of the house, and the structure ultimately collapses and crushes the witch.
b. She was pushed into an oven by Gretel, burning to death.
In the tale of Hansel and Gretel, Gretel tricks the witch and pushes her into her own oven, ensuring the two's escape and ending the witch's reign of terror.
200
What is New York City's nickname?
a. The Concrete Jungle
b. Liberty City
c. The Big Apple
d. The American Dream
c. The Big Apple
NYC's nickname, "The Big Apple," became popular in the 1920s through a horse racing column by journalist John J. Fitz Gerald and was later revived in the 1970s as part of a tourism campaign to attract visitors.
300
What mountain is this?
a. K2
b. Everest
c. Matterhorn
d. Denali
c. Matterhorn
300
What system of government does the United States have?
a) Monarchy
b) Federal Republic
c) Parliamentary Democracy
d) Socialist State
b) Federal Republic
The United States operates as a federal republic, where power is divided between the national government and individual states, with elected representatives at both levels.
300
Venison is a type of meat from which animal?
a. Deer
b. Turkey
c. Sheep
d. Rabbit
a. Deer
Venison is the term used for meat from deer, prized for its rich flavor and lean texture, often featured in game-hunting cuisine.
300
What are the 4 Taco Bell Hot Sauces in order?
Mild, Hot, Fire!, Diablo
400
Lake Como is a famous lake located in which country?
a. Italy
b. Missouri, USA
c. Argentina
d. Spain
e. Mexico
f. Greece
a. Italy
Lake Como, known for its breathtaking scenery and luxurious villas, is located in northern Italy near the Alps.
400
In the iconic façade of the headquarters of Benito Mussolini's Italian Fascist Party for the 1934 Italian Elections, what "phrase" was written on the front of the building?
a. "Credere, obbedire, combattere" ("Believe, Obey, Fight")
b. "Si" (Yes)
c. "Viva il Duce" (Long live The Leader)
d. "a noi" (To us)
b. "Si" (Yes)
For the 1934 Italian elections, the headquarters of Benito Mussolini's Fascist Party featured the word "Si" (Yes) prominently on its façade, symbolizing support for the Fascist regime in the referendum-style election.
400
True or False
Thermal cameras can see through smoke
True
Thermal cameras can see through smoke because infrared radiation passes through it, allowing the camera to detect heat sources obscured by smoke.
400
"Wabbit Twouble" is an episode of a Bugs Bunny (Merry Melodies) cartoon that spawned this iconic meme
a. Burger King Foot Lettuce
b. Just a Chill Guy
c. Big Chungus
d. Diddy Party
c. Big Chungus
"Wabbit Twouble" features a scene where Bugs Bunny inflates himself to mock Elmer Fudd, which later became the basis for the "Big Chungus" meme depicting an exaggerated, rotund version of Bugs Bunny.
500
Which country is known for having the bright red, martian-like desert known as Wadi Rum?
a. Saudi Arabia
b. Jordan
c. Morocco
d. Egypt
b. Jordan
Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon, is a stunning red desert in Jordan, famous for its Martian-like landscapes and use as a filming location for movies like The Martian.
500
What year did Pope Benedict XVI step down from the papacy?
a. 2009
b. 2013
c. 2010
d. 2014
b. 2013
Pope Benedict XVI was the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years, citing his advanced age and declining strength as reasons for his unprecedented decision.
500
Morgan le Fay is a character in which mythology?
a. English (spf. Arthurian)
b. Celtic (Irish)
c. Frankish (French)
d. Germanic Paganism
a. English (Arthurian)
Morgan le Fay is a prominent enchantress in Arthurian legend, which is part of English mythology.
500
In rowing, what is the role of the coxswain?
a) To back any rower who loses pacing
b) To steer the boat and coordinate the crew
c) To set up the equipment before a race
d) To time the rowers' strokes
b) To steer the boat and coordinate the crew
The coxswain does not row but is responsible for steering the boat, maintaining rhythm among the rowers, and providing tactical instructions to optimize performance.
500
What does the term "Rumspringa" mean in Amish culture?
a) A time of fasting and prayer
b) A rite of passage for young adults to explore the outside world
c) A communal harvest festival
d) A traditional Amish wedding ceremony
b) A rite of passage for young adults to explore the outside world
"Rumspringa" is a term used by the Amish to describe a period of adolescence when young members are allowed to experience the outside world before deciding whether to commit to the Amish way of life.
600
Flanders and Wallonia are two regions within which country?
a. South Africa
b. The Netherlands
c. Austria
d. Belgium
d. Belgium
Flanders and Wallonia are two major regions of Belgium, with Flanders being Dutch-speaking in the north and Wallonia being French-speaking in the south
600
Bernie Madoff, an American financier and criminal, was known to have pulled the largest what kind of scheme?
a. Pyramid
b. Work-at-home
c. Ponzi
d. P&D (Pump-and-dump)
c. Ponzi
Bernie Madoff orchestrated the largest Ponzi scheme in history, defrauding investors of approximately $65 billion by using new investors' funds to pay returns to earlier investors.
600
Who is believed to have buried Jesus Christ after his crucifixion?
a. Joseph of Arimathea
b. Pontius Pilate
c. Nicodemus
d. Mary Magdalene
a. Joseph of Arimathea
Joseph of Arimathea, a wealthy disciple of Jesus, buried Him in his tomb, fulfilling biblical prophecy about the Messiah's burial.
700
Which African country speaks Xhosa (Kosa) as one of their official languages?
a. Angola
b. Botswana
c. Namibia
d. South Africa
d. South Africa
Xhosa is one of South Africa's official languages, spoken by over 8 million people, known for its distinctive click sounds and rich oral tradition.
700
The United States went to war over a fruit. What fruit was it?
a. Pineapples
b. Bananas
c. Grapes
d. Strawberries
b. Bananas
The United States engaged in military interventions in Latin American and Caribbean countries in the early 1900s to protect its commercial interests, which became known as the Banana Wars
700
In marksmanship (skill in shooting), the term "zeroing" a rifle means to
a) Cleaning the barrel for better accuracy
b) Adjusting the sights to hit the target at a specific range
c) Firing the first shot to measure distance
d) Reducing recoil for better aim
b) Adjusting the sights to hit the target at a specific range
Zeroing ensures the sights align with the rifle's barrel, allowing accurate shots at a chosen distance.
800
In which Chinese region can you find the "Three Parallel Rivers," a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Yangtze, Mekong, and Salween rivers run parallel through deep gorges for over 300 kilometers?
a) Sichuan
b) Yunnan
c) Guangxi
d) Tibet
b) Yunnan
The "Three Parallel Rivers" site in Yunnan Province is a geological marvel, where three of Asia's major rivers flow alongside each other in close proximity without ever merging, creating one of the world's most biodiverse regions.
800
In mathematics, what does the term "logarithmic" mean?
a) A type of multiplication
b) A way to measure angles
c) Finding the power of a number that gives a certain result
d) A method for dividing numbers
c) Finding the power of a number that gives a certain result
In mathematics, "logarithmic" refers to calculating the power you need to raise a base number (like 10) to reach a specific value
1000
The Nine Worthies are nine historical, scriptural, and legendary men of distinction who personify the ideals of chivalry established in the Middle Ages. Name two of them.
The Nine Worthies include three pagans (Hector, Alexander the Great, and Julius Caesar), three Jews (Joshua, David, and Judas Maccabeus), and three Christians (King Arthur, Charlemagne, and Godfrey of Bouillon).