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100

What is the name of the instrument that is played by blowing into it and is often associated with Scotland?

Bagpipes

 It has acquired widespread recognition through its usage in the British military and in pipe bands throughout the world.

100

What is the name of the river that flows through Egypt?

The River Nile. 

The Nile, which flows northward for 4,160 miles from east-central Africa to the Mediterranean, provided ancient Egypt with fertile soil and water for irrigation.

100

What comes once in a minute, twice in a moment but never in a thousand years?

The letter M!

 This refers to the frequency with which the letter "M" appears in each of these three words.

100

What other country besides America celebrates Groundhog Day?


Canada!

100

Who is the lead singer of the band "The Rolling Stones?"


Mick Jagger

He is the front man and one of the founder members of the rock band the Rolling Stones.

200

What is the name of the fictional boy who lived under the stairs in the Harry Potter series?

Harry Potter

His room at the Dursleys' was a small dusty cupboard under the stairs in a nondescript house at 4 Privet Drive, Little Whinging, Surrey.

200

Who wrote the famous play "Romeo and Juliet"?

William Shakespeare 

Romeo and Juliet is a relevant work for a person in modern times due to how love overpowers hatred, family can become a hardship in which you battle, and being overly prideful can lead to rebellion.


200

What is the name of the famous street in New York City that is home to many theaters?


Broadway

Broadway shows are excellent for families who want to enjoy a night out together, bond, and just enjoy some great music.

200

Legend has it, you can expect six more weeks of winter if a groundhog comes out from his burrow and sees what?

His Shadow

If it doesn't see his shadow, it means spring is on the way.

200

What is the name of the world's largest rodent?


Capybara

They are the world's largest rodents which can measure up to 134cm in length and weight up to 60+kg.

300

What is the capital of Russia?

Moscow

The city stands on the Moskva River in Central Russia, with a population estimated at 13.0 million residents within the city limits.


300

What is the name of the largest city in the United States?

New York City

New York City is among the most populous cities globally and is one of the leading cities in terms of economic, cultural, and social influence.

300

Who is the founder of Tesla?


Elon Musk

 He was a major early funder of Tesla, which makes electric cars and batteries, and became its chief executive officer in 2008.

300

In European folklore, which animal was associated with Candlemas before the groundhog?


The badger, hedgehog, or bear. 

They were also believed to predict the weather on Candlemas.

300

Who is the current President of Russia?


Vladimir Putin

 Vladimir Putin is the current president of Russia, holding the position since 2012 and previously serving the position between 2000 until 2008.

400

Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Leonardo da Vinci. 

It’s Considered an archetypal masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance, it has been described as "the best known, the most visited, and the most written about.

400

Who is the founder of Microsoft?

Bill Gates

U.S. Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen on April 4, 1975, to develop and sell BASIC interpreters for the Altair 8800.

400

What is the name of the largest ocean in the world?


Pacific Ocean

The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest of Earth's five oceanic divisions. It extends from the Arctic Ocean in the north to the Southern Ocean in the south.

400

What is the name of the most famous groundhog?


Punxsutawney Phil!

400

Which country is known as the "Land of Smiles"?


Thailand. 

The warm and welcoming locals are perhaps the main reason why Thailand is called the Land of Smiles. Most of the locals are kind and friendly, so you will always see a lot of smiling faces around.

500

What is the name of the second-largest ocean in the world?

The Atlantic Ocean. 

The Atlantic produces much of the world's fish and is also a source of many minerals.

500

Who painted the famous artwork "Starry Night"?

Vincent van Gogh

 Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.

500

What is the name of the largest living bird in the world?


An Ostrich

Ostriches can't fly, but no birds can match their speed on land. Ostriches are the fastest running birds in the world!  With their long, strong legs ostriches can cover more than 10 feet in a single stride.

500

Apart from Groundhog Day, what other weather-related sayings are associated with Candlemas?


If Candlemas be fair and bright, winter has another flight. If Candlemas brings clouds and rain, winter will not come again.

500

What is the name of the second largest bay in the world?


Hudson Bay

In northeastern Canada, just south of the Arctic Circle, the Hudson Bay spans more than 1.2 million square kilometers.

600

What is the name of the biggest desert in the world?

The Sahara 

It is the largest hot desert in the world and the third-largest desert overall, smaller only than the deserts of Antarctica and the northern Arctic.

600

Who invented the light bulb?


Thomas Edison

In 1878, Edison began working on a system of electrical illumination, something he hoped could compete with gas and oil-based lighting.

600

Which continent has the most countries?


Africa!

 Africa has the highest number of countries among continents and it comprises of 54 countries.

600

What is the name of the national anthem of the United States?


The Star-Spangled Banner

 Before it was named “The Star-Spangled Banner,” it was called “The Defense of Fort McHenry.” It was eventually changed to better represent the flag and the United States.

600

What is the national animal of Canada?

Beaver

 It’s an iconic and unique symbol representing Canada’s natural beauty, resilience, and history.