Science & Innovation
What is the chemical formula for table salt?
NaCl
Who was the first Emperor of China?
Qin Shi Huang
What is the longest river in the world?
The Nile
Which holiday is celebrated on December 25th by millions of people worldwide?
Christmas
Which sport is known as the "king of sports" and is the most popular in the world?
Soccer (Football)
Which element has the chemical symbol 'O'?
Oxygen
In which year did the Berlin Wall fall, marking the end of the Cold War?
1989
Which ocean is the largest in the world?
The Pacific Ocean
Which popular martial art originated in Japan and is known for its use of throwing techniques?
Judo
Who holds the record for the most Olympic gold medals in history?
Michael Phelps
What is the name of the spacecraft that first landed on Mars in 2012?
Curiosity Rover
Which ancient civilization built the pyramids in Egypt?
The Ancient Egyptians
Which country has the most official languages in the world?
South Africa
The traditional art of origami comes from which country?
Japan
In which country did the sport of rugby originate?
England
Who is known for the discovery of the theory of evolution?
Charles Darwin
The United Nations was established in which year?
1945
What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa
Which famous Indian festival is known as the "Festival of Lights"?
Diwali
What is the name of the tournament played every four years between the best national football teams in Europe?
The UEFA European Championship (Euros)
Who is credited with inventing the first practical telephone?
Alexander Graham Bell
Who was the first African leader to gain independence from colonial rule, becoming the first President of Ghana?
Kwame Nkrumah
Which country is home to Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world?
Nepal
The famous "Carnival" festival is most associated with which country?
Brazil
Which African country won the 1995 Rugby World Cup, becoming the first African team to win?
South Africa