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Name one strength and one weakness Wembayama has?
height, injuries
Yellowstone Park has half of world's geysers including this famous one called...
Old Faithful
Name some examples of meat alternatives. What are some advantages and disadvantages of these products?
Meat alternatives (such as plant-based burgers or lab-grown meat) use less land and water, yet they are highly processed and tend to be more expensive.
Define doomscrolling and name 2 reasons why people do it.
it is act of continuously scrolling through negative or distressing news. Some reason for this is negativity bias and the addictive design of social media.
What is thrifting, and name 3 reasons why there has been a boom in recent years.
It is the second-hand clothing market, and its booming business is due to the rising cost of living, but also for environmental awareness, and a rise in resale apps and online platforms.
Which legal and moral landmark achievement occured in France in 1981 and who led this movement?
abolition of the death penalty led by Robert Badinter
Where is Cameroon also known as '...'? What is the capital and what is/are the official language(s)?
The tanneries in Fez date back to when and why is it so special today?
11th Century, the methods used are largely unchanged since medieval times
Why is table tennis considered one of the fastest sports in the world, and what skills do players need to keep up with this speed?
Where does the EU currently stand on animal testing in cosmetics?
EU has a full ban on testing cosmetics on animals and selling such products since 2013. No cosmetic products or ingredients can be tested on animals in the EU.
To what extent does Victor Hugo use art in Notre-Dame de Paris to criticise the political and social systems of his time?
Characters Esmeralda and Quasimodo were portrayed as marginalized characters, through which the story criticized social injustice and inequality.
Why are Coral Reefs important and what are the causes of their bleaching?
Coral reefs are important as they are the habitat of 25% of all marine species, and act as natural barriers. They also support the the fishing and tourism industries. Bleaching happens due to rising ocean temperatures, climate change and ocean adicification.
Describe what hybrid seeds are and name one advantage and a disadvantage of using hybrid seed?
Many hybrids are resistant to disease and pests, and can be developed to tolerate droughts while increasing in yields. However, they are expensive and farmer need to buy new seeds each season.
How many languages are spoken in the world today and in what way are languages endangered?
There are over 7000 languages worldwide, about 40% are at risk of disappearing, where one language 'dies' every 2 weeks.
Name 2 main sports events allowed in the Enhanced Games and what are some ethical questions raised about these games?
Swimming and athletics.
Supporters say it's more honest (since doping exists secretly), and it's allowed in the games under supervision, but opponents say it encourages dangerous drug use, undermines the values of sport