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100
This Shia commemoration, observed by millions, involves a pilgrimage to the Imam Husayn Shrine in Karbala, known to be one of the largest annual public gatherings in the world.
Arbaeen
100
What is the power house of the cell?
Mitochondria
100
Opening in 1938 and spanning Burrard Inlet, this suspension bridge is not only a vital transportation link but also a tourist attraction offering stunning views of Vancouver's natural and urban landscapes.
Lions Gate Bridge.
100
What is the name of the new Homeless Assistance organization?
Vancouver Homeostatic Support Association
100
Who painted the Monda Lisa?
Leonardo da vinci
200
In 680 AD, this pivotal event marked a defining moment in Shia Islam, leading to the split from Sunni Islam over the rightful successor to Muhammad."
Battle of Karbala
200
What is the only metal that is in liquid form at room temperature?
Mercury
200
In what year, was vancouver established:
a) 1902
b) 1899
c) 1886
d) 1880
c) 1886
200
what is the largest cause of homelessness?
addiction
200
What was the first pixar movie?
Toy Story
300
This principle is unique to Shia theology and refers to the divine guidance provided by Imams, who are considered infallible by Shia Muslims
Ismah
300
What does DNA stand for (SPELLING COUNTS)?
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
300
What popular food was invented in Vancouver?
California Roll
300
Despite this common misconception, thousands of unhoused people in the United States hold jobs, therefore challenging stereotypes about employment and homelessness.
The belief that homeless people do not work
300
In the car industry, BMW stands for:
Bavarian Motor Works
400
These are the four shia hadith books and there authors.
1. Al-kafi by Al-Kulaini
2. Man la yahduruhu al faqih by Sheikh Al-Saduq
3. Al-istibsar by Sheikh Al-Tusi
4. Tadheeb Al-Ahkam by Sheikh Al-Tusi
400
What is the only part of the body that cannot heal itself?
Teeth
400
This island in Vancouver, accessible by ferry, is renowned for its artisan communities, local food markets, and stunning natural landscapes, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a tranquil escape.
Granville Island
400
Which country has the least homeless?
Japan
400
This 1939 film is known for the line,
"There's no place like home."
The Wizard of Oz
500
This Twelver Shia Imam, known for his extensive imprisonment by the Abbasid Caliphate, emphasized the concept of 'Taqiyya' (prudential dissimulation) in his teachings, a practice that allowed Shia Muslims to conceal their faith under threat of persecution, and played a pivotal role in the development of Shia esoteric knowledge and survival.
Imam Musa Al-Kadhim
500
What term describes the final evolutionary stage of a star much like our Sun, when it has exhausted its nuclear fuel and shed its outer layers, leaving behind a hot core?
A white dwarf
500
How many of Vancouver's population are immigrants?
a) 40%
b) 75%
c) 35%
a) 40%
500
In 2005, the United Nations estimated that this many people worldwide did not have a permanent place to live, highlighting the global scale of homelessness.
100 million people (according to Britannica)
500
True or False:
The Japanese word 'Kuchi zamishi' is the act of eating when you're not hungry because your mouth is lonely.
True