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100

What does the acronym 'VCR' stand for?

Video Cassette Recorder

100

Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?

Michelangelo

100

Which fruit is commonly known for its distinct strong smell and thorn covered rind?

Durian

200

Which company released the faulty updates that resulted in global IT-outages in 2024?

Crowdstrike

200

Which country did the US buy the state of Alaska from?

Russia

200

Name of the dish consisting of steak wrapped in puff pastry, named after the general that defeated Napoleon at Waterloo.

Beef Wellington

300

Which video game console was released in 2006 and employs the use of motion controls?

Nintendo Wii

300

Name of one of the ‘New 7 Wonders of the World’ located in Peru

Machu Picchu

300

What is the flavour of the Greek drink 'ouzo'?

Anise or Aniseed

400

What test is used to test a machine’s ability to exhibit human-like intelligent behavior?

Turing Test

400

What was the name of the ancient trade route that connected the East with the West?

The Silk Road

400

Although most of the world’s supply are grown in Hawaii as a result of its volcanic soil, the Macadamia tree is actually native to which other country?

Australia

500

What is the name for the number equal to 10^100?

Googol

500

What year was the first iPhone released?

2007

500

Gin is traditionally flavored with the berry-like cones of which tree?

Juniper