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Who invented the spa bath? | qw_2691 | candido jacuzzi | CANDIDO JACUZZI, 83, IS DEAD - INVENTOR OF WHIRPOOL BATH - NYTimes.com CANDIDO JACUZZI, 83, IS DEAD CANDIDO JACUZZI, 83, IS DEAD; INVENTOR OF WHIRPOOL BATH By GLENN FOWLER Published: October 10, 1986 Candido Jacuzzi, who in 1949 invented the whirlpool bath that made his name a household word, died Tuesday at his home ... |
What is the next in the series 4, 16, 64, 256 | qw_2695 | 1024 | SOLUTION: What is the 10th term of the sequence 64, 16, 4,...? a. 1/2024 b. 1/256 c. 1/4096 d. 1/496 SOLUTION: What is the 10th term of the sequence 64, 16, 4,...? a. 1/2024 b. 1/256 c. 1/4096 d. 1/496 Algebra -> Sequences-and-series -> SOLUTION: What is the 10th term of the sequence 64, 16, 4,...? a. 1/2024 b. 1/... |
Who was arrested and imprisoned in the Tower of London for aiding the escape of Bonnie Prince Charlie after the Battle of Culloden to Portree, Skye and thence to Glam on the island of Raasay? | qw_2735 | flora macdonald | Flora MacDonald | Hebridean Connections Hebridean Connections Flora MacDonald Flora MacDonald Flora (1722-1790) was the daughter of Ranald MacDonald and Marion MacDonald of Milton, South Uist. Flora’s father died whilst she was still a baby, and her mother remarried, to Hugh MacDonald of Camuscross, Skye. Flora spent t... |
Which team won the Hockey World Cup the most times in the first 30 years of competition, which has been held every 2 to 3 years since 1971? | qw_2758 | pakistan | Cricket World Cup Winners Home > Events > Cricket > Cricket World Cup > Winners World Cup Results In the eleven ICC Cricket World Cups held so far, five different teams have won the tournament. Australia is the most successful World Cup team having won the tournament five times, and were runner up another two times. ... |
"Who performed ""Sex Crimes"", the theme song from the film ""1984""?" | qw_2760 | eurythmics | Eurythmics "Sex Crime" 1984 - YouTube Eurythmics "Sex Crime" 1984 Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again late... |
Who is the wife of golfer Greg Norman? | qw_2764 | tennis star chris evert | Report: Greg Norman married for 3rd time | FOX Sports Report: Greg Norman married for 3rd time Nov 12, 2010 at 12:00a ET 0 Former world No. 1 golfer Greg Norman was married for the third time in an intimate ceremony on a private island in the Caribbean, it was revealed by Australian magazine New Idea on Saturday. The A... |
What is a marriage called where one of the parties does not enjoy the privileges of rank of the other, nor inherit the possessions of the partner? | qw_2913 | morganatic marriage | morganatic - definition and meaning morganatic Definitions from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition adj. Of or being a legal marriage between a person of royal or noble birth and a partner of lower rank, in which it is agreed that no titles or estates of the royal or noble partner are... |
What is the conifer native to the west coast of North America that grows to over 300 feet high? | qw_2972 | sequoia | NORTH AMERICAN FLORA | Coniferous Forests of the West NORTH AMERICAN FLORA NORTH AMERICAN FLORA Forest is the native vegetation of almost half of mainland Canada and the United States. Before European settlement, forestlands dominated the eastern, and much of the northern, part of the continent. Grasses covered a large... |
The Yucatan Channel is between which two countries? | qw_3007 | mexico and cuba | Yucatán Channel Yucatán Channel geographical name channel between Yucatán & W end of Cuba New Collegiate Dictionary. 2001. Yucca House National Monument Look at other dictionaries: Yucatán Channel — strait between the Yucatán Peninsula & Cuba, joining the Gulf of Mexico & the Caribbean: 135 mi (217 km) wide * * * ▪ str... |
What is the name for the dome or arched roof at the top of a building that is a distinctive part of Byzantine architecture and characteristic of mosques? | qw_3238 | cupola | Domes - definition of domes by The Free Dictionary Domes - definition of domes by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/domes n. 1. a. A roof or vault having a circular, polygonal, or elliptical base and a generally hemispherical or semispherical shape. b. A geodesic dome. 2. A domelike structure or obje... |
"What is Malay for ""man of the woods""?" | qw_3283 | orang utan | wild man of the woods - definition of wild man of the woods in English | Oxford Dictionaries Definition of wild man of the woods in English: wild man of the woods noun 1A man or supposed semi-human creature living in a wild state in woodland. Example sentences ‘The motif of the Wild Man of the Woods is a staple of folk... |
What caused it to snow in New England at least once every month during 1816? | qw_3287 | eruption of tambora | 1816, the year without a summer, Avon, Ohio Home (Main Menu) 1816, the year without a summer Benjamin Franklin was the first to establish the link between volcanic eruptions and climate change when he suggested the bitterly cold winter of 1783-84 in Europe was a result of the dust cloud from the massive eruption of Ice... |
What are the names of the late Michael Jackson's parents? | qw_3314 | joseph and katherine | Michael Jackson Family - Parents, Siblings, Spouse, Children, Net Worth | Celebrity Family Michael Jackson Family Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon – Family, Family Tree Michael Jackson is a name nobody will ever forget. The late ‘King of Pop’ marked his place in musical history with ‘Thriller,’ which went on to become on... |
What is the silt-formed delta of the River Rhone? | qw_3335 | camargue | Rivers in the Languedoc: The River Rhône Geography: Rivers and Lakes in the Languedoc: The Rhône (French Rhône, Occitan Ròse, Provençal Roun) The River Rhône is one of the major rivers of Europe, rising in Switzerland and running through France into the Mediterranean Sea . The Rhône is famous for its strong curren... |
Mt Rushmore is near which US city? | qw_3357 | keystone south dakota | Deadwood Deadwood is 32 miles from Mount Rushmore and was founded in 1876. With characters like Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane among its former residents, it's no wonder that the entire town of Deadwood is a National Landmark. Proceeds from the many gambling halls in Deadwood help to keep up the town. That doesn't ... |
"What does ""pro forma"" mean?" | qw_3619 | in set manner | What does pro forma mean? Definitions for pro formaproʊ ˈfɔr mə This page provides all possible meanings and translations of the word pro forma Princeton's WordNet(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: pro forma, perfunctory(adverb) "a one-candidate pro forma election" perfunctorily, as a formality, pro forma(adverb) in... |
What is the driest region of the USA? | qw_3643 | death valley | Specific Types of Climates: Data: What are the world's hottest, driest, wettest and coldest places (on land)? - Quora Quora Specific Types of Climates: Data: What are the world's hottest, driest, wettest and coldest places (on land)? Where does California's Death Valley on the list of dry and hot? Answer Wiki 1 Answer ... |
What is the term for light created by means of heat? | qw_3737 | incandescence | Incandescence: Creating Light With Heat - How Light Works | HowStuffWorks Incandescence: Creating Light With Heat Grove Pashley/ Getty Images Probably the most common way to energize atoms is with heat, and this is the basis of incandescence. If you heat up a horseshoe with a blowtorch, it will eventually get red-hot, ... |
The Lndler is a traditional dance from where? | qw_3773 | austria | The Austrian Landler.AVI - YouTube The Austrian Landler.AVI Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Upl... |
"Which 19th century French artist is best known for his illustrations for the ""Bible"", ""Paradise Lost"", Dante's ""Inferno"", ""Don Quixote"" and the works of Rabelais and Balzac?" | qw_3828 | gustave dor | 1000+ images about Gustave Doré on Pinterest | Comedy, Fairy tales and Dante alighieri Pinterest • The world’s catalog of ideas Gustave Doré "Paul" Gustave Doré (1823-1883) was a French artist, printmaker, illustrator and sculptor. Doré worked primarily with wood engraving. 217 Pins647 Followers 1000+ images about Illu... |
Which Saint's Day is 1 March? | qw_3906 | st david | St. David's Day -- Dydd Dewi Sant -- March 1 Advanced Search St. David’s Day — Dydd Dewi Sant St. David, Dewi Sant, is the patron saint of the Welsh, and March 1, his feast day, is celebrated as a patriotic and cultural festival by the Welsh in Wales and around the world. Dewi Sant was a Celtic monk of the sixth centur... |
Which currently reigning royal family is from the House of Orange? | qw_3960 | dutch | The Dutch Royal Family - Holland.com The Dutch Royal Family The Dutch Royal Family Holland is a fairly young monarchy. The Kingdom of the Netherlands was established in 1815, and King William I was its first ruler. The first king of Holland was from the House of Orange-Nassau. The origin of Holland’s motto, ‘Je maintie... |
"In music, what does ""pp"" mean?" | qw_4000 | very soft | Pianissimo (pp) - Italian Music Terms Updated November 04, 2015. Definition of Pianissimo: The Italian musical command pianissimo affects a song’s dynamics (or volume) and is an indication to play very softly; softer than piano , but louder than pianississimo . Pianissimo is abbreviated pp. Because dynamics deal with r... |
What does MIX in Roman numerals mean? | qw_4022 | 1009 | MIX in Roman Numerals | InRomanNumerals.com MIX in Roman Numerals The Roman Numerals MIX represents 1009 Decimal Number People find this page searching for: what does MIX mean in roman numerals |
"Which word means ""to refuse to take part""?" | qw_4115 | boycott | boycott | Definition, meaning & more | Collins Dictionary COBUILD Advanced English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers boycott (ˈbɔɪkɒt ) Definitions verb 1. (transitive) to refuse to have dealings with (a person, organization , etc) or refuse to buy (a product ) as a protest or means of coercion ⇒ to boyc... |
What was the title of the novelty single released by the Israeli duo Esther and Abi Ofarim, number one for 3 weeks in the UK in 1968, that features yodelling and 1920s-style lyrics and music? | qw_4177 | cinderella rockefeller | Cinderella Rockefella - WOW.com Cinderella Rockefella Producer(s) Abi Ofarim, Chaim Semel [1] "Cinderella Rockefella" is a novelty song written by Mason Williams and Nancy Ames , and most famously released as a single by the Israeli duo Esther and Abi Ofarim , at the time a married couple, in 1968. They recorded their ... |
By what name was Eric Weiss better known? | qw_4189 | harry houdini | Who was Erich Weiss known as? - Find Answers Here! Who was Erich Weiss known as? We found this answers Find out who you and Eric know in common ... To view free details for Eric Weiss in Vero Beach , FL please sign in, and prove you're at least 13 ... - Read more See what Eric Weiss is up to. Get complete contact info ... |
"The song ""Shall We Dance"" is from which musical?" | qw_4211 | king and i | SHALL WE DANCE? - YouTube SHALL WE DANCE? Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Mar 19, 2... |
"What is meant by ""persona non grata""?" | qw_4250 | unwelcome person | Persona | Define Persona at Dictionary.com persona [per-soh-nee] /pərˈsoʊ ni/ (Show IPA), personas. 1. personae, the characters in a play, novel, etc. 3. the narrator of or a character in a literary work, sometimes identified with the author. 4. (in the psychology of C. G. Jung) the mask or façade presented to satisfy ... |
What is the name of the former island in the East End of London that is bounded on three sides by one of the largest meanders in the River Thames, with the West India Docks to the north? | qw_4286 | isle of dogs | Opinions on Isle of Dogs Opinions on Isle of Dogs Here you have a list of opinions about Isle of Dogs and you can also give us your opinion about it. You will see other people's opinions about Isle of Dogs and you will find out what the others say about it. Also, you will see opinions about other terms. Do not forget t... |
Who would use a creel? | qw_4311 | fisherman | How do you use a fishing creel? : Fishing Direct Link to the original source for articles, images, or videos. Don't post obviously rehosted content. Tags Freshwater: A completed freshwater fishing trip. Give some background information on the catch. Pictures recommended. Use [FW] in your post title for mobile submiss... |
Which of earth's oceans holds the most water? | qw_4453 | pacific ocean | Earth's Ocean - Windows to the Universe Our Changing Planet - Twelve Indicators of Climate Change Earth's Ocean Earth's ocean covers more than 70% of our planet's surface. There are five major ocean basins. The Pacific Ocean is the largest. It’s so large that it covers a third of the Earth's surface. The Atlantic Oc... |
Which part of the body is made up of a series of vertebra? | qw_4471 | backbone | BBC Science & Nature - Human Body and Mind - Skeleton Layer S-shaped spine: Prevents shock to your head when you walk or run Spinal cord protection: Your bony spine encases your delicate spinal cord Vertebrae: 33 vertebrae make up your spine Column of ring-like bones Also known as your backbone, your spine is a strong... |
Who uses a petri dish? | qw_4508 | scientist | Science Laboratory Petri Dishes and their Uses Home Science Laboratory Petri Dishes and their Uses The Petri dish was named after its inventor, Julius Richard Petri, who was a very famous bacteriologist. Although the Petri dish was originally made out of glass so that it could be reused for experiments after sterili... |
What is the name of cities in Argentina and Spain that are both capitals of provinces of the same name? | qw_4538 | cordoba | Cities in Spain | Map of Spain Cities Infographics Map of Spain Cities Spain is located in western Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. The capital and largest city of Spain is Madrid. Other major cities include Barcelona, Malaga, and Granada. Disclaimer Close Disclaimer : All efforts have been made to make this image accu... |
"""Goggle box"" is a British term for what?" | qw_4595 | television | gogglebox | Definition, meaning & more | Collins Dictionary British slang a television set Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers Goggle box - definition of goggle box by The Free Dictionary Goggle box - definition of goggle box by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/goggle+bo... |
The London market at Smithfield deals in what? | qw_4614 | meat | Welcome to London Central Markets - Smithfield Market Smithfield Market Smithfield or, to give it its official name, London Central Markets, is the largest wholesale meat market in the UK and one of the largest of its kind in Europe. Located within the Square Mile of the City of London it is housed in three listed buil... |
In 1979, Lord Louis Mountbatten was killed when a IRA bomb exploded where? | qw_4616 | on his boat | BBC ON THIS DAY | 27 | 1979: IRA bomb kills Lord Mountbatten About This Site | Text Only 1979: IRA bomb kills Lord Mountbatten The Queen's cousin, Lord Louis Mountbatten, has been killed by a bomb blast on his boat in Ireland. One of the earl's twin grandsons, Nicholas, 14, and Paul Maxwell, 15, a local employed as a b... |
Which was the first of these four to be an Olympic 100 metres winner? | qw_4627 | harold abrahams | 100 Meter Men's Olympic Medalists (1896 - 2012) 100 Meter Men's Olympic Medalists Olympic Sprints and Relays 100 Meter Men's Olympic Medalists Usain Bolt flies across the finish line to win the 2012 Olympic 100-meter gold medal. Ian MacNicol/Getty Images By Mike Rosenbaum Updated August 23, 2016. The men's 100-meter r... |
Which Olympic Games were the first to be telecast worldwide? | qw_4677 | tokyo 1964 | First televised Olympics | Guinness World Records First televised Olympics When 1936 The Olympics made broadcasting history in 1936 when the Berlin Games was beamed out live in black and white to athletes in the Olympic village and to the wider public in 25 special viewing rooms located in Berlin and Potsdam. This was ... |
What is a Mohammedan sect which reveres Ali, cousin of Muhammad, believing him to be Muhammad's rightful successor? | qw_4728 | shiite | Caliphate Upload Sign in Join PDF generated using the open source mwlib toolkit. See http://code.pediapress.com/ for more information.PDF generated at: Fri, 12 Nov 2010 08:19:11 UTC Caliphate Contents Articles Caliphate1Rashidun19Rashidun Caliphate23Umayyad48Abbasid63Fatimid Caliphate74Ottoman Caliphate80Sokoto Calip... |
In 1978, Italian Prime Minister Aldo Moro was found dead where? | qw_4736 | in boot of car | Britain and the World 1978 An Air India jumbo jet exploded in mid-air near Bombay, killing 213. Jan14 Sex Pistols' final concert takes place at Winterland , San Francisco Jan18 Geoff Boycott captains England for the first time v's Pakistan in Karachi Mar1 Charlie Chaplin's coff... |
Guitarist Brian Rankin is better known as who? | qw_4793 | hank marvin | Hank Marvin - biography, video, tab on Veojam Hank Marvin Biography, videos, discography, news, photos 3 slides Photo Gallery Hank Marvin (real name Brian Robson Rankin) was born 28 October 1941 in in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. He started to play the piano and the banjo as a child, but hearing Buddy Holly converted to the gu... |
What does a spelunker do as a hobby? | qw_4919 | explore caves | Spelunk | Define Spelunk at Dictionary.com spelunk to explore caves, especially as a hobby. Origin of spelunk back formation from spelunker , spelunking Dictionary.com Unabridged Word Origin and History for spelunk Expand n. "cave, cavern," c.1300, from Old French spelonque or directly from Latin spelunca "a cave, cave... |
What is the common name for London's Criminal Court? | qw_4928 | old bailey | Criminal court - definition of criminal court by The Free Dictionary Criminal court - definition of criminal court by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/criminal+court Also found in: Thesaurus , Legal , Wikipedia . criminal court A court empowered to hear and decide on cases involving offenses against... |
Which item of footwear can be applied to starting up a computer? | qw_4946 | boot | How to Disable Startup Programs in Windows How to Disable Startup Programs in Windows The more software you install on your computer, the longer it may seem to take to start up Windows. Many programs add themselves to the list of programs started when you boot your computer, and that list can get long. Editor’s Note: O... |
"Which American TV series (2000 to 2004) centred on Winslow High School, a fictional public high school located in Boston, Massachusetts, had the slogan ""Every day is a fight. For respect. For dignity. For sanity.""?" | qw_4950 | boston public | Boston Public : definition of Boston Public and synonyms of Boston Public (English) 6 External links History At the beginning, Boston Public preceded Ally McBeal on Monday nights and received initial popularity and critical acclaim for its drama and ethnically diverse cast. The series had a hard time finding a direct... |
What name is given to raised parts of the skin when frightened or cold? | qw_4951 | goose bumps | EnglishGateway :: Teachers :: ESL Worksheets :: ESL Worksheets: Fear Idioms ESL Worksheets Ask your students how they would feel if they: saw a raccoon munching on food leftovers inside a garbage can in their garage? heard a knock at their door at night? accidentally touched a big jellyfish while swimming in the sea or... |
"""Let's Get It Started"" (2003) by the Black Eyed Peas was originally recorded with what offensive word in the title, making it unsuitable for play on some radio stations and at sports games?" | qw_4990 | retarded | Let's Get It Started | Black Eyed Peas Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Black Eyed Peas Wiki Share Ad blocker interference detected! Wikia is a free-to-use site that makes money from advertising. We have a modified experience for viewers using ad blockers Wikia is not accessible if you’ve made further modifications. Remo... |
"What sport is known as ""the Turf""?" | qw_5016 | horse racing | Turf | Definition of Turf by Merriam-Webster play \ˈtərvz\ 1a : the upper stratum of soil bound by grass and plant roots into a thick mat; also : a piece of thisb : an artificial substitute for this (as on a playing field)c : grass 3 2a : peat 2b : a piece of peat dried for fuel 3a : a track or course for horse ... |
Which scholar and lawyer who became Speaker of the House of Commons and Treasurer of the Exchequer was beheaded for treason in 1534 after disagreeing with Henry VIII being head of the church? | qw_5030 | sir thomas more | The Sadness of Christ: And Final Prayers and Instructions - Thomas More - Google Livros The Sadness of Christ: And Final Prayers and Instructions 1 Resenha https://books.google.com.br/books/about/The_Sadness_of_Christ.html?hl=pt-BR&id=xtj-7lwV9D0C This book was the last that St. Thomas More wrote in the Tower of London... |
An impala is a type of what? | qw_5062 | antelope | Impalas, Impala Pictures, Impala Facts - National Geographic Size relative to a 6-ft (2-m) man Please add a "relative" entry to your dictionary. Impalas are medium-sized antelopes that roam the savanna and light woodlands of eastern and southern Africa. In the rainy season, when food is plentiful, they may gather in la... |
"In the TV series ""Emmerdale"", how is Zak Dingle related to Chastity Dingle?" | qw_5069 | uncle | Emmerdale : What exactly is the Dingle Family Tree? - Soaps - Digital Spy Forums Emmerdale : What exactly is the Dingle Family Tree? Emmerdale : What exactly is the Dingle Family Tree? Howdy, Ok, so I only started watching Emmerdale in the last year or so for the Aaron storyline. But I'm confused about which Dingle ... |
"Which musical term means ""sweetly""?" | qw_5151 | dolce | Italian Musical Terms - Meaning of Dolce Updated July 23, 2016. Definition: The Italian musical term dolce (“sweet; sweetly”) is an indication to play in a tender, adoring manner; to play sweetly with a light touch. By itself, dolce may indicate a slow, gentle tempo ; however it is often combined with other musical com... |
What is a term for an important person? | qw_5159 | big cheese | Important person - definition of important person by The Free Dictionary Important person - definition of important person by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/important+person influential person , personage adult , grownup - a fully developed person from maturity onward big cheese , big deal , big e... |
In October 2009 it was reported that what were being burnt as fuel at a 'bioenergy' plant in Karlskoga, in the central Sweden to provide heat for the Vrmland region? | qw_5220 | rabbits | Stockholm's bunnies burned to keep Swedes warm - The Local Stockholm's bunnies burned to keep Swedes warm David Landes David Magnusson/SvD (File); Carl-Fredrik Runqvist (File) David Landes 12 October 2009 14:46 CEST+02:00 The bodies of thousands of rabbits culled every year from the parks in Stockholm’s Kungsholmen nei... |
"What do the notes for the currency ""euro"" have on the back (verso)?" | qw_5330 | bridges | Euro banknotes - European Commission European Commission Communicating on the euro Euro banknotes The euro banknotes share the same designs across all countries in the euro area. Their seven denominations bear distinctive features, sizes and colours for aesthetic and practical reasons. Their designs, by Austrian Robert... |
The following were influential in developing which subject in China: Liu Hui, Zu Geng, Li Chunfeng, Yang Hui, Shen Kuo, Liu Xin, Zhang Heng, Liu Hui, Zu Chongzhi and Wang Xiaotong? | qw_5379 | mathematics | ASPER M., KANTHAK a-M (Ed.), Writing Science. Medical and Mathematical Authorship in Ancient Greece ASPER M., KANTHAK a-M (Ed.), Writing Science. Medical and Mathematical Authorship in Ancient Greece You're Reading a Free Preview Pages 11 to 179 are not shown in this preview. You're Reading a Free Preview Pages 190 to ... |
The Spicebush Swallowtail, Small White, Common Jezebel, Karner Blue, Red Pierrot and Duke of Burgundy are varieties of what? | qw_5488 | butterfly | TrekNature | European Peacock Photo Painted Lady, or Cosmopolite, Vanessa cardui Monarch butterfly, Danaus plexippus Speckled Wood, Pararge aegeria Difference between butterflies and moths Butterflies and moths are often confused with each other. Although there are many ways of distinguishing a butterfly from a moth, t... |
What chemical is mostly used in match heads? | qw_5628 | phosphorous | Match Head Reaction - UW Dept. of Chemistry Match Head Reaction Summary: Pea sized portions of potassium chlorate and red phosphorus are reacted together by striking with a hammer. Smoke, a loud bang and a flash are observed. The mixture of potassium chlorate and red phosphorous is shock sensitive!! DO NOT ... |
"The 2010 film ""The Tooth Fairy"", starring Dwayne Johnson, Julie Andrews and Billy Crystal, concerns a player of which sport?" | qw_5635 | ice hockey | Tooth Fairy lacks magic | Metro News Tooth Fairy lacks magic Anna Smith for Metro newspaper Thursday 27 May 2010 7:31 pm Film review: Tooth Fairy (PG). Running time: 101min. Tooth Fairy starring Dwayne Johnson: Funnier than the trailer Big, grumpy sports pro has heart thawed by enforced bonding with small children: itâ... |
What is the southernmost national capital city in the world? | qw_5648 | wellington new zealand | Southernmost World Capital What is the world's southernmost national capital? The Answer: That distinction belongs to Wellington, New Zealand . The cultural capital and geographical center of the country, Wellington is the only world capital located in the roaring 40s latitudes . It was the first world ... |
Lebanon is on what continent? | qw_5739 | asia | What continent is Lebanon on? | Reference.com What continent is Lebanon on? A: Quick Answer The country of Lebanon is located on the continent of Asia. It sits within the region called the Middle East and is bordered by Israel, Syria and the Mediterranean Sea. Full Answer Lebanon was originally part of the Ottoman Empi... |
"What part of the USA is known as ""Tinseltown""?" | qw_5746 | hollywood | WELCOME TO THE FAMILY: See How James Franco and Bryan Cranston Go to the Movies! THE MOVIE MOB: Check Out Exclusive Video from MovieTickets.com's Community of Film Buffs MADE IN HOLLYWOOD: Watch New Behind-the-Screen Interviews Every Week THE BYE BYE MAN: Watch an Exclusive Clip with Stars Carrie-Anne Moss and Douglas... |
What number do you get if you add all of the 7 Roman numerals? | qw_5828 | 1 666 | ROMAN NUMERALS ° ROMAN NUMERALS Roman numerals are numbers expressed by using letters of the Roman alphabet. Here's a mnemonic rhyme written by Peter Hobbs that explains the 7 basic roman numerals (I, V, X, L, C, D and M): M's "mille" (or 1000 said) D's half (500 - quickly read!) C's just a 100 (century!) and L is ... |
Where is the Sea of Tranquility? | qw_5868 | on moon | Sea of Tranquility - Universe Today Universe Today by John Carl Villanueva The Sea of Tranquility is the landing site of Apollo 11, the mission that gave mankind its first ever walk on the Moon. Walk? Yes, that’s right. The Sea of Tranquility is not actually a sea, so Neil Armstrong didn’t have to walk on water. In f... |
The Cyclops computer system, conceived by British inventor Bill Carlton, was first used in international competition in 1980 for which sport? | qw_5905 | tennis | cyclops computer system : definition of cyclops computer system and synonyms of cyclops computer system (English) Cyclops (computer system) The topic of this article may not meet Wikipedia's general notability guideline . Please help to establish notability by adding reliable, secondary sources abou... |
How did Helen Sharman make history in 1991? | qw_6045 | first british person in space | nanila | Helen Sharman: First British Person In Space Helen Sharman: First British Person In Space nanila Mar . 10th , 2014 11:17 am) I was going to make a personal post this morning, but I'm so irritated by this that I'm not. The Guardian apparently decided that one way to honour International Women's Day this weekend... |
What is the common name of the endangered Techmarscincus jigurru, usually found above 1400 m on the slopes of Queensland's highest mountains, which was discovered in 1981? | qw_6134 | bartle frere skink | Techmarscincus jigurru - WOW.com Techmarscincus jigurru Techmarscincus jigurru (Covacevich, 1984) The Bartle Frere skink (Techmarscincus jigurru) is a rare and endangered skink lizard first discovered in 1981. [1] This skink is agile and energetic. It has a rainbow sheen color. Their bodies are long and flat with short... |
On 21 May 2004, Pemba Dorjie set a new record for climbing to the top of Mt Everest from Basecamp in the fastest time. What was the new record? | qw_6136 | 8 hours and 10 minutes | Pemba Dorjie - The Full Wiki The Full Wiki More info on Pemba Dorjie Wikis Pemba Dorjie: Wikis Note: Many of our articles have direct quotes from sources you can cite, within the Wikipedia article! This article doesn't yet, but we're working on it! See more info or our list of citable articles . Encyclopedia From ... |
What is the next in this series: 1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians ... ? | qw_6180 | colossians | 48 - Bible 1 Year - 2 Corinthians - Galatians - Ephesians: Saved by Grace - YouTube 48 - Bible 1 Year - 2 Corinthians - Galatians - Ephesians: Saved by Grace Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available wh... |
The US state of Alabama is known as what? | qw_6387 | yellowhammer state | Alabama Law Known As "Section 28" Requires Schools To Report Students’ Immigration Status To The State Home / Special Education News – Blog / Alabama Law Known As "Section 28" Requires Schools To Report Students’ Immigration Status To The State Alabama Law Known As "Section 28" Requires Schools To Report Students’ Immi... |
What was the first US city to host an Olympic Games? | qw_6447 | st louis | US-HOSTED OLYMPICS | Beijing, China - Embassy of the United States Embassy of the United States US-HOSTED OLYMPICS US-HOSTED OLYMPICS The United States has hosted eight times of Olympic Games, four times each for the Summer and Winter Olympic Games. The U.S. hosted its first Olympics in 1904 in St. Louis, Missouri. The... |
What was the last battle where a British monarch led troops into battle? | qw_6500 | dettingen 1743 | Who was the last British King to fight in a battle? - Historum - History Forums Who was the last British King to fight in a battle? User Name Need help with the website? Contact Us anytime. War and Military History War and Military History Forum - Warfare, Tactics, and Military Technology over the centuries Page 1 of 3... |
"Complete the title of this James Bond film: ""Quantum of ... """ | qw_6530 | solace | 25. July 2015 14:08 by m | 0 Comments Read the German interview with Daniel Craig about his role in Quantum of Solace - A Conversation about men in shorts, the price of popularity and British confidentiality. [More] |
What is a word for a computer user's representation of themselves, usually in the form of a three-dimensional model used in computer games? | qw_6648 | avatar | Avatars Avatars Page Content What are they? An avatar, from the Sanskrit word for 'a form of self', is a computer user's representation of himself/herself or alter ego, whether in the form of a three-dimensional model used in computer games or a two-dimensional icon (picture) used on internet forums and other communiti... |
What temperature is the equivalent of 0 degrees Kelvin? | qw_6663 | 273 15 degrees celsius | Kelvin to Celsius conversion (K to �C) Home › Conversion › Temperature › Kelvin to Celsius Kelvin to Celsius conversion Kelvin to Celsius conversion calculator Enter the temperature in Kelvin and press the Convert button: Kelvin: How to convert Kelvin to Celsius 0 degrees Kelvin is equal to -273.15 degrees Celsius: 0... |
On which island is the port of Heraklion? | qw_6677 | crete | Heraklion Airport Car Rental - Compare With Vehicle-Rent.com Heraklion Port Heraklion Port "Already on your way or just planning your trip to Heraklion (Crete Island) a city in beautiful country of Greece? There are many things to do, many things to see in Heraklion (Crete Island) and the most convenient way to get aro... |
What is a small ceramic dish used for baking an individual portion? | qw_6717 | ramekin | Ramekins: small baking dishes. Sizes, uses, storage, and origin of the word Cookware Ramekins A Ramekin is a small, heatproof dish for baking that looks like a miniature soufflé dish. They are individual-portion sized; you both cook and serve in them. Because Ramekins are so small, heat easily gets to the middle of wha... |
For what was Thomas Bewick renowned in the 18th century? | qw_6762 | wood engraving | Thomas Bewick | The Still Room The Still Room Reply In digging through the British Museum online collection database this week for a project, I tripped over the wood engravings of Thomas Bewick (1753-1828). Operating mostly in Newcastle for his entire career, Bewick’s rural upbringing led to an interest in … Continue r... |
What are the first names of Torville and Dean, who were the highest ever scoring figure skaters for a single programme at the 1984 Winter Olympics? | qw_6831 | jayne and christopher | Torvill & Dean's Dancing On Ice The Tour Sports Event / Tournament product reviews and price comparison Date:- 2nd April 2014 venue:- Wembley Arena I have been a fan of dancing on ice since the very beginning and have watched every season and this year knowing it was the last tour they would ever do I had to be apart ... |
"What is a synonym for ""plethora""?" | qw_6850 | abundance | Plethora Synonyms, Plethora Antonyms | Merriam-Webster Thesaurus 2 the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed <the author offers a plethora of detail that tends to overwhelm the reader> Synonyms bellyful , fat , overabundance , overage , overflow , overkill , overmuch , overplus , oversup... |
What book was published by Florence Nightingale in 1860? | qw_6858 | notes on nursing | 'Notes on Nursing' by Florence Nightingale, London, England, 1860 'Notes on Nursing' by Florence Nightingale, London, England, 1860 Add image to my collection When Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) returned from the Crimean War (1853-1856) she set about reforming nurse training and the Army Medical Services. She publish... |
"Complete the title of this James Bond film: ""On Her Majesty's ... """ | qw_6895 | secret service | Secret service, George lazenby and James bond on Pinterest Forward George Lazenby as James Bond enters Miss Moneypenny’s office during filming of On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969). George Lazenby: "I could hit that hook every time with the hat. I’d just walk in, throw the hat, it’d land on the hook, and I’d say my... |
"Who said ""All I need to make a comedy is a park, a policeman and a pretty girl""?" | qw_6936 | charlie chaplin | All I need to make a comedy is a park, a policeman and a pretty girl. - Charlie Chaplin - BrainyQuote All I need to make a comedy is a park, a policeman and a pretty girl. Find on Amazon: Charlie Chaplin Cite this Page: Citation All I need to make a comedy is a park, a policeman and a pretty girl. Died: December 25, 19... |
What is the name of a famous concerto by Vivaldi? | qw_6957 | four seasons | Antonio Vivaldi- Bio, Albums, Pictures – Naxos Classical Music. ANTONIO VIVALDI (1678 - 1741) The Italian composer and violinist Antonio Vivaldi was born in Venice in 1678 and after his ordination in 1703 embarked on an intermittent career in the service of the Ospedale della Pietà, an institution for the education o... |
What is the Internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the islands of Tuvalu? | qw_7056 | tv | .TV Domain .TV Domain Domain Registration term in years 1-2 Most popular Languages on the Web 4.7% Most popular Domains on the Web 246 million domain names registered globally .NET 6.0% About .tv What is .tv? The .tv domain is a ccTLD (country code top-level domain) and the Internet code for Tuvalu. Tuvalu with its est... |
Where is the Sea of Serenity? | qw_7098 | on moon | Sea Of Serenity - Buy Land On The Moon - International Lunar Lands Registry INTERNATIONAL LUNAR LANDS REGISTRY LUNAR REAL ESTATE PROPERTY ON THE MOON CURRENT PROPERTY OFFERING VIA Sea Of Serenity TRACT 22 PRICE PER ACRE US$31.25 Combining history and a truly spectacular landscape ... The Sea Of Serenity ("Mare Serenita... |
"What is the first line of the hymn ""Jerusalem""?" | qw_7123 | and did those feet in ancient time | Jerusalem - The Hymn - YouTube Jerusalem - The Hymn Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on... |
What is the national anthem of the UK? | qw_7154 | god save queen | British Anthem, God Save the Queen (with lyrics) - YouTube British Anthem, God Save the Queen (with lyrics) Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not ... |
What colour is Bob the Builder's hat? | qw_7177 | yellow | Meet the Bob the Builder | Bob the Builder & team Bring your tools! It's time to build! BOB MAGAZINE JOIN IN WITH BOB & THE GANG Inside the all-new Bob the Builder magazine little ones can learn, play and really feel part of Bob’s team. From the top of his yellow hard hat to the toes of his boots, Bob is ready to go! ... |
"A ""bench press"" is used in what activity?" | qw_7180 | body building | What Six Muscles Are Used on the Bench Press & Incline? | Live Well - Jillian Michaels What Six Muscles Are Used on the Bench Press & Incline? by Eric Brown About Eric Brown Eric Brown began writing professionally in 1990 and has been a strength and conditioning coach and exercise physiologist for more than 20 years. H... |
What is the nickname of the Australian national netball team? | qw_7236 | diamonds | Netball Australia Rules of Netball NetSetGO Suncorp NetSetGO is the only introductory program for netball. It has been developed to provide children aged from 5 to 10 years with the best possible introduction... more Bruce and Nevins honoured to represent green and gold Caitlyn Nevins and Courtney Bruce are both equall... |
"A ""pass"" is the way that the ball is put into play in which game?" | qw_7258 | hockey | The Basketball Rules for Crossing at Half Court | Live Well - Jillian Michaels The Basketball Rules for Crossing at Half Court by Robert Rottkamp About Robert Rottkamp Based in Long Island, N.Y., Robert Rottkamp has been writing essays on a variety of social issues and sports-related topics since 2006. Rottkamp has als... |
"Which actress received an Oscar nomination for her role in the film ""Trans America""?" | qw_7270 | felicity huffman | URNotAlone Article "Felicity Huffman - Oscar Nomination - TransAmerica" Posted By Jon Feb 2, 2006 February 2, 2006 - Received from the National Center for Transgender Equality NCTE offers our congratulations to Felicity Huffman on her Oscar nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role. Huffman portrays Bree, a transw... |
In which country is the city of Wells? | qw_7312 | england | Welcome to the Wells City Council website - Wells City Council serving Englands smallest Cathedral City Find Us Welcome to the Wells City Council website Wells in Somerset is an ancient cathedral city in the picturesque district of Mendip, set in the heart of rural Somerset. It is known as England’s smallest city – the... |
"A ""monitor"" is a type of what?" | qw_7342 | lizard | Types of Pet Monitor Lizards Menu Types of Monitors Although there are over 70 different species of monitor lizards, only a few are commonly found in the pet trade. The types available range from small to large and live in different habitats. Below is a list of some of the more common types found as pets. The list is n... |
What is a word for a deep narrow valley? | qw_7469 | gorge | canyon - Dictionary Definition : Vocabulary.com Random Word canyon A canyon is a deep, narrow valley surrounded by tall cliffs. Because a canyon is often very deep, be very cautious when standing on the rocky cliffs above. The noun canyon refers to a deep ravine that has been cut into the earth's surface over a long pe... |
What is Valerie Adams's profession? | qw_7493 | athlete | Usain Bolt Net Worth - Get Usain Bolt Net Worth Usain Bolt Net Worth Usain Bolt Net Worth is$25 Million Usain Bolt Annual Income is$15 Million VN:F [1.9.22_1171] Rating: 4.4/5 (53 votes cast) VN:F [1.9.22_1171] Rating: 3.3/5 (24 votes cast) Profession: Sprinter, Runner, Athlete Date of Birth: Aug 21, 1986 Height: 1.96 ... |
"Who appeared in the films ""The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford"" (2007), ""Burn After Reading"" (2008), ""The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"" (2008) and ""Inglourious Basterds"" (2009)?" | qw_7522 | brad pitt | The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford | RT: 76 Plot: Robert Ford (Casey Affleck) seeks out Jesse James (Brad Pitt) when the James gang is planning a train robbery in Blue Cut, Missouri, making petty, unsuccessful attempts to join the gang with the help of his brother Charley (Sam Rockwell), already... |
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