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In 1929,this astronomer made a groundbreaking observations about the Earth's expansion leading to the big bang theory.

Who is Edwin Hubble

100

The fear of places or situations that may cause panic, helplessness or embarrassment

What is agoraphobia

100

April 2, 1805, This Author who penned many tells such as Thumbelina was born 

Who is Hans Christian Andersen

100

This Scottish born inventor is credited with inventing the telephone in 1876

Who is Alexander Grahmn Bell

100

In Greek mythology, this winged horse sprang forth from the blood of Medusa and is associated with poetry and inspiration.

Who is Pegasus

200

Launched in 1990, this space telescope has provided breathtaking images and valuable data about the universe.

What is the Hubble Space Telescope

200

This continent provides a home for the unique aardvark who enjoys the large termite mounds that dot the landscape

What is Africa

200

April 18th, 1906, A devastating earthquake hits this American city in the early morning hours causing fires that raged for 3 days, thousands of lives lost and 28,000 buildings destroyed

What is San Francisco

200

This inventor known for his contributions to the development of the alternating current in electricity was engaged in a famous rivalry with Thomas Edison 

Who was Nikola Tesla

200

In Norse mythology, this monstrous serpent encircles the world holding its own tail

What is the Jormungadar

300

This planet in our Solar System has a total of 67 moons

What is Jupiter

300

To feel hatred or disgust towards

What is abhor

300

April 5, 1722, Dutch explorers discover this Polynesian island which is known for its very large stone statues

What is Easter Island

300

Washington Irving's tale of this farmer who takes a big snooze was based on German folklore

Who was Rip Van Winkle

300

Over the years this mythological creature has meant misfortune and death for sailors.  Some sailors carried aquamarine stones for protection against these female creatures

What is a mermaid

400

Despite it's round appearance in our night sky, this body is actually lemon shaped.  The shape is thought to have been created during inter actions with earth soon after its formation.

What is the moon

400

To choose to take up, follow or use.  To rear or nurse

What is adopt

400

April 14,1865, The USA is rocked when this man assassinates then President Lincoln

Who is John Wilkes Boothe

400

In 1984, this 17th century Quaker who governed one of the original colonies which boasts his name was made an honorary US citizen

Who is William Penn

400

This mythological  being is fond of making shoes.  They are also protected under European Union law since 2009 

What is a leprechaun

500

These 4 planets in our solar system all have rings

What is Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune.

500

The principle on which an idea, activity or process is based on

What is an axiom

500

April 22,1509, This king takes the throne causing widespread political and religious ramifications due to his need for a marriage annulment

Who is Henry VIII

500

A calendar or list of upcoming cases set to be tried in a court of law is called this

What is a docket

500

In Inuit mythology, a giant wolf known by this specific name devours any person who hunts alone at night

What is a Amorak