History of Malta
Romans ruled Malta from 218BC - 535AD. They based themselves in Mdina, however, they had given this city another name.
What is Melite/Maleth?
This 2020 hit, describes galaxies, and glitters in the sky. The singer is famous for other songs which talk about breakups and heartaches as well.
What is Levitating by Dua Lipa?
'To be or not to be' was written by this famous British playwrite in a play called 'Hamlet'.
Who is William Shakespeare?
Born on the 5th February 1985, he is famous for playing with Portugal (his home team). He is currently playing with Al-Nassr FC.
Who is Christiano Ronaldo?
The Loch Ness monster has been affectionately given this nickname since the 1940s
What is Nessie?
Dragut, the Turkish Leader, fought for almost 4 months in an attempt to take over Malta. This event took place in ........ and it is still known as .........
What is 1565 & the Great Siege?
This 2020 hit, with a name that might remind you of a family member, features a 90's group which back in 2003 released 'Where is the love?' and became a worldwide hit.
What is Mamacita by Black Eyed Peas?
In 1997, this author was broke and had no idea how to get back on her feet. She picked up a pen and a paper and wrote on of the most popular book franchise in the world, attracting readers of various ages.
What is Harry Potter by J.K.Rowling?
He has won the Ballon D'Or eight times, a record world wide. He is the current keeper of the Ballon D'Or Trophy.
Who is Lionel Messi?
Hundreds of years ago, Polynesians built enormous statues with prominent heads made from volcanic stone on this particular island. Contrary to popular belief, these statues aren't just heads, they have torsos too, though many are partially or completely buried. On average, they reach 13 feet in height and weigh 10 metric tons.
What is Easter Island / Rapa Nui?
Valletta, Hal Saflieni Hypogeum and the Megalithic Temples are all part of .....
What is UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
This 2021 hit, asks why their partner express different feelings throughout the day. The singer tries to explain that in no way he wants to start a fight, however, his girlfriend looks like she is trying to do so.
What is Mood by 24KGold & Justin Bieber?
Charles Dickens wrote this masterpiece in 1843. The story became quite popular and everyone has seen or heard about it at a specific time during the end of the year. However, they usually refer to it as 'Scrooge'. The story is called...
What is A Christmas Carol?
In 2013, Manchester United won their 13th and final Premier League title their ex-manager. He had been a manager of Old Trafford for almost 27 years. He is now retired at 82 years old.
Who is Sir Alex Ferguson?
This monument can be found in Wiltshire, England. It's mystery is that it replicates a giant solar calendar that may link the UK to ancient Egypt. A similar monument is also found in Scotland. This monument is usually the inspiration to many witchy/mysterious scenes in movies and series. An example of this is 'Outlander', where a dance of the druids make these stones alive.
What is the Stonehenge?
Before cars and buses became the mode of transport in Malta, another system was set up in 1883 under the British Rule. This transport system was then demolished 50 years later.
What is the Railway?
A remake of this Disney Animation, first released in 1998, was released in 2020. The theme song for the new release was performed by Christina Aguilera and for 3 weeks, it stayed in the top 75 list from the charts.
What is Reflection from Mulan?
With $281 million, spent to create three movies from this franchise, some viewers became obsessed with the story. However, some others commented that the movies were too long. These movies were originally based on four books written by J.R.R.Tolkien back in 1954.
What is The Lord of the Rings?
During a UEFA Champions League game in 2017, this team won 6-1 against Paris Saint-Germain. This became known as La Remontada (The Comeback)
What is Barcelona?
In 1937, she disappeared without any trace ever being found. She was famous as being the first female to fly across the Atlantic Ocean. It is believed that she got lost hovering over this mystery.
Who is Amelia Earhart?
What is the Bermuda Triangle?
Napoleon Buonaparte came to Malta in 1798. He only stayed for 6 days, however, he made some radical changes in those days. These improvements include...
What is abolish slavery, increase the reach of education in Malta to everyone, create 12 new municipalities for Malta, and set up a public finance administration?
In the 1996 film 'The First Wives Club', this song was first released as an anthem for women and their independence. When 'Birds of Prey' came out in 2020, this song was once again sung, this time by Grace, as a reminder of the independence and womenhood that the movie portrays through the character of Harley Quinn.
What is You don't own me?
His works terrify readers and audiences who have seen the movie adaptations of is novels. In the 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' series, one of the characters was so terrified that he froze one of his books. His work, although frightening is impeccable and award-winning.
Who is Stephen King?
He is known as the greatest goalkeeper of all time. He used to play for an Italian team and he is now retired. He won 10 Serie A titles, the 2006 World Cup, the 1999 UEFA, Six Coppa Italia trophies and Ligue 1.
Who is Gianluigi Buffon?
This piece of linen is hung in a Chapel in Turin, Italy. The linen is belived to portray the face of Jesus Christ as he was laying in the tomb and pieces of DNA confirm that it dates back to the time that Jesus was alive. However, through radiocarbon testing, scientist believe that this cloth came years after Jesus lived.
What is the Shroud of Turin?