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1,496,875 | Who was head chef on the first series of ITV's Hell's Kitchen? | 'Hell's Kitchen': Gordon Ramsay names season nine winner who receives BLT Steak head chef job in New York City 'Hell's Kitchen': Gordon Ramsay names season nine winner who receives BLT Steak head chef job in New York City Chef Gordon Ramsay chooses his season nine Hell's Kitchen winner. Don't Miss Share 1 hour ago 8:28... | Iron Chef America : Food Network Iron Chef America Browse Food Network's current schedule About the Host Alton Brown, host of Good Eats, appears regularly on Food Network Star, Iron Chef America and Cutthroat Kitchen. More About Alton Brown About the Show Based upon the Japanese cult sensation, Iron Chef America carrie... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,876 | How many funnels did the ill-fated liner Titanic have | immigrants,steerage,White Star Line,Third Class,RMS Titanic | Cruising The Past Cruising The Past Contact & Comments RMS TITANIC – Third Class or Steerage Passengers aboard the ill-fated liner. Posted by: Michael L. Grace January 12, 2013 in STEAMSHIP LINES Comments Off on RMS TITANIC – Third Class or Steerage Passenge... | What famous sauce is manufactured by McIlhenny & Co? Tabasco What year was th - Pastebin.com In what country can one find 40 species of lemurs? A: Madagascar. RAW Paste Data What famous sauce is manufactured by McIlhenny & Co? Tabasco What year was the first motor race held that was classed as Formula 1? 1950 In the w... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,877 | Who played Smee in the 1991 film ‘Hook’? | Mr. Smee | Villains Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Type of Villain Pirate, Henchman Mr. Smee is Captain Hook 's first mate on his pirate ship and the secondary antagonist in the novel, Peter Pan, and Disney's 14th full-length animated feature film with the same name. Contents [ show ] History Although an antagonist, Sm... | 1991 Academy Awards® Winners and History The Prince of Tides (1991) Actor: ANTHONY HOPKINS in "The Silence of the Lambs" , Warren Beatty in "Bugsy", Robert De Niro in "Cape Fear", Nick Nolte in "The Prince of Tides", Robin Williams in "The Fisher King" Actress: JODIE FOSTER in "The Silence of t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,878 | What are Proxima Centauri, Sirius A, Pollux, Arcturus and Betelgeuse? | Betelgeuse Star - Facts About Betelgeuse | Solarsystemquick.com Betelgeuse Star Infrared image of Betelgeuse, the two white areas are hotspots on the star's surface. Betelgeuse Facts Betelgeuse is 640 light years from Earth. It is classed as a red supergiant and is the tenth brightest star in the night sky. As part of ... | Cepheus Constellation on Top Astronomer Cepheus Please hover over any star to get more information Cepheus, also known as the King, is a constellation in the northern hemisphere, named after the mythical King Cepheus of Ethiopia (or Joppa), husband of Cassiopeia and father of Andromeda. Cepheus was originally included ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,879 | In which town in Greater Manchester did Harold Shipman practise as a GP before murdering at least 15 of his patients? | Greater Manchester Serial Killers: Harold Shipman, Doctor Death - Manchester Evening News News Greater Manchester Serial Killers: Harold Shipman, Doctor Death In the third of our series on Greater Manchester's serial killers, we focus on Hyde GP Dr Harold Shipman and his loyal widow, maintaining a grim silence about th... | My Questions - Documents Documents Share My Questions Embed <iframe src="http://docslide.us/embed/my-questions.html" width="750" height="600" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" style="border:1px solid #CCC; border-width:1px; margin-bottom:5px; max-width: 100%;" allowfullscreen> </iframe> <d... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,880 | What was the title used by the British Prime Minister from 1828 to 1830? | History of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington - GOV.UK GOV.UK Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington Tory 1834 to 1834, 1828 to 1830 Born 1 May 1769, Dublin, Ireland Died 14 September 1852, Walmer Castle, Kent Dates in office 1834 to 1834, 1828 to 1830 Political party Roman Catholic Relief Act: removed many of ... | BBC - History - British History in depth: Prime Ministers and Politics Timeline On This Day Prime Ministers and Politics Timeline Do you know which prime minister brought 'fallen women' to 10 Downing Street? Or which one fought a duel? Or who was known as 'the Goat'? Take a political journey through nearly 300 years ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,881 | Born in Italy in 1895, who was known as cinema's first great lover? | Archive - Valentine's Day - Trivia 1. Which archer is one of the symbols of St Valentine's Day? 2. Which male singer had a top ten hit with "Love Train" in 1988? 3. What sign of the zodiac would you be if you were born on St. Valentine's Day? 4. When Marilyn Monroe died, who asked for a fresh rose to be placed on her g... | Tazio Secchiaroli, 73, Paparazzo Who Inspired Movie Character - tribunedigital-sunsentinel Tazio Secchiaroli, 73, Paparazzo Who Inspired Movie Character OBITUARIES July 26, 1998|By SARAH BOXER The New York Times Tazio Secchiaroli, the celebrity-hounding photographer who was the inspiration for Paparazzo, a central char... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,882 | Sturnus Vulgaris is more commonly known as what bird? | Sturnus vulgaris, Starling Scientific Name: Sturnus vulgaris Common Name: Starling Sturnus vulgaris, more commonly known as the Starling, is essentially black with purplish and green iridescence and pale, almost white spots covering the plumage, these being most obvious in winter months. The bill is yellow in summer, b... | www.knowledge-is-power-all-in-one.com: List of General Knowledge Questions and Answers, All type Questions and Answers, Basic General Knowledge, General Awareness Question Answers, Better in Competitive Exam and Quiz contests.13 www.knowledge-is-power-all-in-one.com Friday, 13 May 2016 List of General Knowledge Questio... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,883 | 'Herod', 'John the Baptist' and 'Nawabath' are characters in which opera by Richard Strauss? | Salome | stepdaughter of Herod Antipas | Britannica.com stepdaughter of Herod Antipas John Hyrcanus I Salome, (flourished 1st century ad), according to the Jewish historian Josephus, the daughter of Herodias and stepdaughter of Herod Antipas , tetrarch (ruler appointed by Rome) of Galilee , a region in Palestine. In Bi... | Free Flashcards about GK 3 Semantics is the branch of logic concerned with what? Meaning Which Northumberland castle, located between Craster and Embleton, is closely associated with the legend of Guy the Seeker? Dunstanburgh Castle Whose poem is "The Quaker Graveyard in Nantucket"? Robert Powell Which poem did Milton ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,884 | Who did Frank Bruno first fight for the Heavyweight Title of the World | On This Day: Frank Bruno beats Oliver McCall to win the WBC heavyweight title in 1995 - Boxing News Boxing News September 2, 2014 Matt Christie On This Day: Frank Bruno beats Oliver McCall to win the WBC heavyweight title in 1995 The fight was far from spectacular but for British fans, the night Bruno beat McCall was u... | Jersey Joe Walcott, Boxing Champion, Dies at 80 - NYTimes.com Jersey Joe Walcott, Boxing Champion, Dies at 80 By RICHARD D. LYONS Published: February 27, 1994 Jersey Joe Walcott, the son of poor immigrants from Barbados who was to slug his way out of poverty and into the record books as the oldest fighter to win the he... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,885 | Which carmanufacturer produces a model called 'Sonata'? | 1990 Hyundai Sonata Sedan Used TMV from $2,000 Find Used Inventory The Sonata is a comfortable and likable midsize sedan that proves Hyundai can build cars that are not just easy on the pocketbook, but easy to live with as well. Like most vehicles in the midsize sedan class, the Hyundai Sonata offers front-wheel drive,... | BBC NEWS | UK | Magazine | For the love of the car adverts For the love of the car adverts AD BREAKDOWN Magazine's review of advertising What does yours say about you? It's no secret that car owners like their prized vehicle to say something about them. And it's not just how flash they might be - one's car can, apparen... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,886 | Which of the Great Lakes has the smallest surface area? | Great Facts About the Five Great Lakes Great Facts About the Five Great Lakes By Kim Ann Zimmermann, Live Science Contributor | May 3, 2013 06:40pm ET MORE Credit: Stasys Eidiejus Shutterstock The Great Lakes — Superior, Huron, Michigan, Ontario and Erie — make up the largest body of fresh water on Earth, accounting fo... | What are the biggest lakes in Canada? What are the biggest lakes in Canada? What are the biggest lakes in Canada? The biggest lakes in Canada are the Great Lakes, Great Slave Lake, and Great Bear Lake. The Great Bear Lake is the largest lake that is found entirely within Canada. Lake Huron and Lake Superior, which stra... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,887 | In cricket, if you are out without scoring, what is it called? | A glossary of cricket terms | Cricket | ESPN Cricinfo A glossary of cricket terms Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Cricket, more than most sports, is full of expressions and terms designed to bewilder the newcomer (and often even the more seasoned follower). In an attempt to unravel some of the stranger terminology, ... | Billy Williams | England Cricket | Cricket Players and Officials | ESPN Cricinfo 1885 - 1902 Profile Billy Williams, who died at his home at Hampton Wick on April 14, aged 90, was a fine allround sportsman. Born on April 12, 1860, he was a member of MCC from 1900. In the seasons of 1885 and 1886 he appeared as wicketke... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,888 | "Which lake, the largest in Central Europe, is sometimes referred to as the ""Hungarian Sea""?" | LAKE BALATON TRAVEL GUIDE, LAKE BALATON TRAVEL INFORMATION, LAKE BALATON TRAVEL Hungary | Lake Balaton | General Information about Lake Balaton Lake Balaton is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Hungary and is also the largest lake in Central Europe. Lake Balaton is located in the west of the country and s... | Lakes in the United Kingdom | BritainVisitor - Travel Guide To Britain Lakes in the United Kingdom Lakes in the United Kingdom Lakes in the United Kingdom Northern Ireland United Kingdom Lakes The UK has many beautiful lakes in all four of its constituent countries: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Many o... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,889 | What name was given to groups of runaway slaves in Jamaica and Guiana in the 17th and 18th centuries? | Maroons : Rebel Slaves in the Americas Maroons: Rebel Slaves in the Americas Richard Price The man who was to become the first African-American maroon arrived within a decade of Columbus' landfall on the very first slave ship to reach the Americas. One of the last maroons to escape from slavery was still alive ... | Free Flashcards about GK 3 Semantics is the branch of logic concerned with what? Meaning Which Northumberland castle, located between Craster and Embleton, is closely associated with the legend of Guy the Seeker? Dunstanburgh Castle Whose poem is "The Quaker Graveyard in Nantucket"? Robert Powell Which poem did Milton ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,890 | Who painted a number of paintings of water lilies in his garden at Giverny? | Claude Monet | Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies | The Met Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies Artist: Claude Monet (French, Paris 1840–1926 Giverny) Date: 36 1/2 x 29 in. (92.7 x 73.7 cm) Classification: H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929 Accession Number: 29.100.113 On view at The Met F... | Jacques Cartier | Exploration | France Jacques Cartier You're Reading a Free Preview Pages 7 to 102 are not shown in this preview. You're Reading a Free Preview Pages 106 to 110 are not shown in this preview. This action might not be possible to undo. Are you sure you want to continue? CANCEL We've moved you to where y... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,891 | What is the one-word name of the artificial sweetener sold as Candarel and NutraSweet? | Artificial Sweeteners Explained Return to top What is aspartame? Aspartame is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar. Aspartame is marketed under the NutraSweet, Equal and Sugar Twin brands. Aspartame is completely broken down by the body into its two component amino acids – aspartic acid and phenylalanine – and a ... | ‘Pop’ Culture: Patent Medicines Become Soda Drinks - CSI Skeptic Authors Steven Salzberg and Joe Nickell to Receive Balles Prize in Critical Thinking June 14, 2013 Forbes columnist Steven Salzberg and author-investigator Joe Nickell will each be awarded the 2012 Robert P. Balles Prize in Critical Thinking, to be presen... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,892 | "In which Sunday newspaper would you get the ""You Magazine"" supplement?" | You magazine | Mail Advertising Home > Magazines > You You magazine The Mail on Sunday's You magazine is the original and best national press women's magazine. It delivers considerably more readers than any other mid-market or quality weekend supplement or women's magazine. An endorsement from You magazine sells produc... | Virgil Tracy | Various episodes, staring with the end of "Trapped In the Sky" Plays guitar Seen in "Man from M.I.5" Paints Seen in "Move and You're Dead" and "Atlantic Inferno" Reads magazines Reads Kiné magazine in "The Uninvited" and reads a jazz magazine in "Cry Wolf" Enjoys a game of tennis with his father Seen in ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,893 | Who was the Government Chief Whip who resigned in October 2012, following accusation that he swore at police officers and called them 'plebs'? | Andrew Mitchell resigns as Chief Whip 19 October 2012 Andrew Mitchell resigns as Chief Whip The fallout from "Plebgate" claims Mitchell, four weeks on, as he admits telling Downing Street police "I thought you guys were supposed to f***ing help us". Sign up for our weekly email * The news has just broken that Andrew Mi... | Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 12th October – The Questions 12th October – The Questions Specialist questions set by Waters Green Rams. General knowledge questions set by Church House, Bollington. All vetted by Harrington Academicals. SPECIALIST ROUNDS- 1. SINCE YOU’VE BEEN GONE 2. SCIENCE 5. TIME FOR THE KIDS 6. POLITI... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,894 | Which actor won the 1995 Best Supporting Actor Oscar and the 1999 Best Actor Oscar, currently the only two times he has been nominated? | Academy Awards Best Actor The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) ); two were consecutive nominations (from 1930/31-1931/32) Tom Hanks (5) - with two wins (Philadelphia (1993), Forrest Gump (1994)); two were consecutive nominations (from 1993-1994) Sean Penn (5) - with two wins (Mystic River (2003) and Milk (2008)... | 2000 Academy Awards® Winners and History Traffic (2000, Germ./US) Actor: RUSSELL CROWE in "Gladiator," Javier Bardem in "Before Night Falls," Tom Hanks in "Cast Away," Ed Harris in "Pollock," Geoffrey Rush in "Quills" Actress: JULIA ROBERTS in "Erin Brockovich," Joan Allen in "The Contender," Ju... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,895 | The Yom Kippur War, or October War, took place during which year? | Yom Kippur War - Facts & Summary - HISTORY.com Google 1973 Yom Kippur War: Background Israel’s stunning victory in the Six-Day War of 1967 left the Jewish nation in control of territory four times its previous size. Egypt lost the 23,500-square-mile Sinai Peninsula and the Gaza Strip, Jordan lost the West Bank and East... | Free Flashcards about GK 9 Which science-fiction writer coined the term "cyberspace"? William Gibson What is a male swan known as? Cob What is a female swan known as? Pen Which giant screen film projection system, which gives an enhanced visual impact, has its origins in Montreal's Expo 67? IMAX Which actress was born ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,896 | In the human body what is Varicella commonly known as? | Pinkbook | Varicella | Epidemiology of Vaccine Preventable Diseases | CDC Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Varicella is an acute infectious disease caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV). The recurrent infection (herpes zoster, also known as shingles) has been recognized since ancient times. Primary varicella infection... | Diseases & Conditions beginning with "C". Health Topics. Chronic fatigue syndrome - is characterized primarily by profound fatigue. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - a term used to describe chronic airway obstruction that results from emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, or any combination of these disorders. C... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,897 | Which Scottish football team is nicknamed the 'Pars'? | Scottish Football Club nicknames (From Evening Times) Scottish Football Club nicknames / Today's Top 10 1 THE BULLY WEE: The most likely explanation for Clyde's nickname is they were a wee team playing to a high, or bully standard. 2 THE PARS: Early Dunfermline players were said to get 'paralytic' at the bar, hence the... | Deveronvale Football Club News Forfar Friendly - Match Information - 1/12/16 As previously intimated Forfar Athletic will play host Deveronvale in a friendly fixture on Saturday. Supporters should note that the KICK-OFF is at 1.30p.m. Admission prices - Adults £5 Concessions (Under 17's and over 65's) £2 Stand & Groun... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,898 | What is the world’s single largest solid gold statue? | Wat Traimit 'Temple of the Golden Buddha' - World’s largest solid gold Buddha statue - Your Thai Guide Wat Traimit ‘Temple of the Golden Buddha’ – World’s largest solid gold Buddha statue 4 May 2016 Located near the entrance to Bangkok’s Chinatown district on Yaowarat Road, Wat Traimit is an easy visit for those intere... | Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 4th November The Questions Macclesfield Pub Quiz League Set by The Lamb Inn ART & ENTERTAINMENT 1. Q. Offenbach’s barcarolle from ‘The Tales of Hoffman’ is a famous piece of music, but what is a barcarolle ? A. A BOATING SONG (Accept any reference to boats). 2. Q. Which Gilbert & Sullivan ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,899 | Demi Moore shaved her head for the title role in which 1997 film? | Demi Moore Shaves Daughter Tallulah Willis' Head: Photo - Us Weekly PHOTOS: Stars with shaved heads The Very Good Girls actress, 52, spruced up her daughter Tallulah Willis' buzz cut, and the amazing process was documented on Willis' Instagram account on Jan. 18. "mommy-daughter bonding activities," Moore's middle ch... | These were all hits in 1977 "The Honourable Schoolboy" by John Le Carre "Oliver's Story" by Erich Segal Al Capp retires with the last appearance of Li�l Abner on November 14th. Nonfiction "Looking Out for #1" by Robert Ringer "All Things Wise and Wonderful" by James Herriot "Your Erroneous Zones" by Dr. Wayne Dyer "T... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,900 | Which group had a top 10-album chart success with 'What's the story, morning glory'? | Oasis: (What's the Story) Morning Glory? (Deluxe Edition) | PopMatters (What's the Story) Morning Glory? (Deluxe Edition) Oasis' Morning Glory still holds up, which can be attributed to the fact that albums with this level of cultural clout and collective popularity tend to help define the sounds of their era. (What'... | I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue - Wikiquote I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue From Wikiquote Jump to: navigation , search This article needs cleanup. Please review Wikiquote:Templates to determine how to edit this article to conform to a higher standard of article quality. This page has been listed as needing cleanup since 2008-09... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,901 | "What is a mythological ""xana""?" | Some thoughts on Asturian mythology | David A. Wacks Some thoughts on Asturian mythology Posted on by David Wacks The following is the text of a talk I gave at the University of Oregon Osher Center for Lifelong Learning on Dec. 10, 2014. My thanks to the Osher Center for the invitation. Typically when we think of Spain... | Rip Van Winkle – The Catskills Mountain Legendary Tale Rip Van Winkle Gather 'round for a tale of magic and mystery in the Great Northern Catskills One day, a man, harried by the nagging of his wife, wandered into the Catskills near his home. The adventure that follows is one of America's most cherished folktales – Was... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,902 | In poetry, an alexandrine is a line of verse comprising how many syllables? | Alexandrine Definition | Poetry | PoetrySoup.com Dictionary Alexandrine Definition Poetry Definition of Alexandrine Alexandrine poetry consists of a line of 12 syllables with major stresses on the 6th syllable and on the last syllable, and one secondary accent in each half line. Originally a twelve syllable meter in F... | Index-a Don't Forget To Hit <ESC> before going to a different page. Let's play a game of 30 questions. No, not that old standard of 20 questions, but one with an extra 10 questions added in and one that uses numeric answers (from 1 to 30). If you get stumped, go on to the next one. Perhaps the answer you need will... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,903 | What was the name of the London pub in which gangster Ronnie Kray murdered Geroge Cornell in March 1966? | George Cornell (1928 - 1966) - Find A Grave Memorial London Borough of Tower Hamlets Greater London, England Villain of London's East End during the 1960's and former associate from childhood of the legendary Kray twins. His birth name was George Myers. Cornell moved to South London, and joined the gang of "Mad" Franki... | Origin of Pub names Flashcards - Course Hero Richard II reign - 1377 - his heraldic symbol White Swan? Appears in coat of arms of - Edward III - Earls of Essex - Vintners - Poulters - Musicians Livery Companies White Knight? Name of chess piece - Incompetent horseman and crazy inventor in "Alice Through the Looking-Gla... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,904 | What is the name of the channel that separates Mexico and Cuba? | The Yucatan Current The Yucatan current as represented by the Mariano Global Surface Velocity Analysis (MGSVA). Click here for example plots of seasonal averages . The passage connecting the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico is known as the Yucatan Channel or the Straits of Yucatan, although technically it is neithe... | Panama Canal: Challenge of connecting two oceans of different levels. Connecting two oceans of different levels The Panama Canal: Many would be surprised to know that it runs north to south to link the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, not east to west. By shortening the route and reducing the cost of transportation between... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,905 | Which weight system is used for precious metals? | Weights Carat The carat is used to measure the weight of diamonds and other gemstones. Since 1st April 1914 a carat has been standardised as 1/5 of a gram. It is sometimes called a metric carat. There are, or were, 4 grains per carat, although this appears to be an rough approximation used by gem dealers. As there are ... | Mercury (Metal) facts, information, pictures | Encyclopedia.com articles about Mercury (Metal) Note: This article, originally published in 1998, was updated in 2006 for the eBook edition. Overview Mercury is a transition metal. A transition metal is one of the elements found between Groups 2 (IIA) and 13 (IIIA) on the ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,906 | "The orang utan means ""person of the forest"" in which language?" | Orangutans, Orangutan Pictures, Orangutan Facts - National Geographic 73 to 180 lbs (33 to 82 kg) Size relative to a 6-ft (2-m) man: The Malay word orangutan means "person of the forest." These long-haired, orangish primates, found only in Sumatra and Borneo, are highly intelligent and are close relatives of humans. Or... | Reinventing a Classic: 'A Village Romeo and Juliet' Reinventing a Classic: 'A Village Romeo and Juliet' Audio selections In 2013, the world will celebrate a great operatic anniversary: the 200th birthday of Giuseppe Verdi. But as it happens, there's another opera composer who reached a similar milestone just a bit earl... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,907 | How many serifs are in the HONDA Motor Company logo? | All Car Brands, List of Car Brand Names and Logos Dodge Logo Welcome to the website where you can get easy-to-understand information about car brands. This website is the destination for those who want to know everything about car brands and manufacturers, get the latest motoring news, read car reviews. We help visit... | Questions on HRM | Human Resource Management Human Resource Management HR training is an powerful integer in all businesses sector method, nevertheless companies don't decide the impact of hr training programmes more than the staff. HR training is helpful only if it produces desired outcome. When the administration is ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,908 | Which country traditionally leads the opening parade of the Olympic Games? | Why Greece always leads the parade of athletes at the Olympic opening ceremony and how the rest of the order is determined - Yahoo Sport Why Greece always leads the parade of athletes at the Olympic opening ceremony and how the rest of the order is determined By Cork Gaines 6 August 2016 02:36 . Getty Images The 2016... | The Olympics: background and London update – Parliament of Australia Summer and Winter Games venues Executive Summary This paper provides brief background information for Australian Parliamentarians on the origins of the Olympics and a snapshot of the development of the Games since the first modern Olympics were held i... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,909 | By what given name was physicist Fahrenheit known? | Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit Biography Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit Biography Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit, also called Gabriel Daniel Fahrenheit (May 24, 1686 - September 16, 1736), was a physicist and an engineer, who most of his life worked in Netherlands and for whom the Fahrenheit scale of temperature is named. Fahrenhei... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,910 | Brownian motion is what sort of movement? | Brownian motion | physics | Britannica.com Brownian motion Brownian motion, also called Brownian movement, any of various physical phenomena in which some quantity is constantly undergoing small, random fluctuations. It was named for the Scottish botanist Robert Brown , the first to study such fluctuations (1827). (Lef... | Full text of "Questions and answers on geography, the globes, and astronomy" See other formats This is a digital copy of a book that was preserved for generations on library shelves before it was carefully scanned by Google as part of a project to make the world's books discoverable online. It has survived long enough... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,911 | Who was Prime Minister of Great Britain from 1923-1924? | BBC - History - Neville Chamberlain z Neville Chamberlain © Chamberlain was British prime minister between 1937 and 1940, and is closely associated with the policy of appeasement towards Nazi Germany. Arthur Neville Chamberlain was born on 18 March 1869 in Birmingham into a political family. His father, Joseph, was ... | British Monarchs And Their Prime Ministers - British Monarchy Family History British Monarchy Family History British Monarchs And Their Prime Ministers 10, DOWNING STREET The five major political parties of the United Kingdom are the Liberal Democrats, ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,912 | Frederick Gibberd won the competition to design which Liverpool building? | Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, Frederick Gibberd | Liverpool | United Kingdom | MIMOA Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral haaijk The competition to design the cathedral was held in 1959. The requirement was for a congregation of 2.000 to be able to see the altar, in order that they could be more involved in the celebra... | Puzzles - Coffeetime Triv (Sat) 1: Who played Basil Fawlty in `Fawlty Towers`? 2: Who had a hit single with `Crocodile Rock` in 1972? 3: Who is the author of the `Harry Potter` books? 4: What is the name of the clockwork device used by musicians to measure time? 5: `Question or Nominate` was a phrase commonly heard... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,913 | The 2002 FIFA World Cup was held in two countries simultaneously, the first time, being South Korea and which other? | The 2002 FIFA World Cup and its Impact on Korea's Economy - :: KOREA FOCUS :: The 2002 FIFA World Cup and its Impact on Korea's Economy Roh Keesung Senior Research Fellow Korea Development Institute South Korea and Japan will co-host the 2002 FIFA World Cup Finals from May 31 to June 30. The Korean economy for the last... | The final word: best and worst of World Cup 2002 | Football | The Guardian The final word: best and worst of World Cup 2002 Sunday 30 June 2002 06.03 EDT First published on Sunday 30 June 2002 06.03 EDT Favourite - and least favourite - player Paul Wilson Favourite player: Damien Duff and Nicky Butt. Who said the Premi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,914 | In which two US states does Monument Valley lie? | Four Corners travel guide - Wikitravel 14 Stay safe For other places with the same name, see Four Corners (disambiguation) . Four Corners Monument and Tribal Park [1] is where Arizona , Colorado , New Mexico , and Utah meet. The site is managed by the Navajo Nation and is a stopping point along the Trails of the Ancien... | Mount Rushmore And Crazy Horse: Discovering The Spirit Of The Black Hills Mount Rushmore And Crazy Horse: Discovering The Spirit Of The Black Hills Ellen Von Weigand Resting among the awe-inspiring Black Hills of South Dakota , Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse tell the complex story of the founding of American democracy.... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,915 | Who, as you might expect, is the patron Saint of Boy Scouts? | The Legend that is Saint George [St. George, Patron of Scouting [Repost] The Legend that is Saint George [St. George, Patron of Scouting [Repost] SOSSI Journal, VOL 47, NO. 4, ^ | July/August 1998 | SOSSI Journal, VOL 47, NO. 4, Posted on 04/23/2007 5:15:56 PM PDT by Salvation The Legend that is Saint George Tom Holmes... | Patron Saint of Germany Patron Saint of Germany Who is the Patron Saint of Germany? Why is Saint Boniface the Patron Saint of Germany? Short, concise biography of Saint Boniface the Patron Saint of Germany History, Life, Biography, Facts and Information about Saint Boniface Fast, concise facts and information about Sai... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,916 | What is the capital of Bolivia? | The Capital of Bolivia is Sucre. Is Bolivia's Capital Also La Paz? Find Out ! Follow @boliviabella Why does Bolivia have two capital cities? When the Spanish colonized the Americas, they divided the continent into viceroyalties – large territories, each governed by a viceroy. Bolivia was initially a part of what was ... | What is the Capital of Philippines? - Capital-of.com Dates of religious and Civil holidays around the world. www.when-is.com Capital of Philippines The Capital City of Philippines (officially named Republic of the Philippines) is the city of Manila. The population of Manila in the year 2008 was 90,500,000. Philippines ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,917 | What term for an area of characteristic limestone scenery is named after a region of Slovenia? | karst | geology | Britannica.com geology Moravian Karst Karst, terrain usually characterized by barren, rocky ground, caves , sinkholes , underground rivers , and the absence of surface streams and lakes . It results from the excavating effects of underground water on massive soluble limestone . The term originally app... | travel, tourism, holiday, holidays, vacation, vacations, Greece, Scotland, Rome, United States, USA, Western Isles, Outer HebridAlamy Buy sto North Uist North Uist is the tenth largest Scottish island and the thirteenth largest island surrounding Great Britain.Slightly smaller than South Uist. North Uist is connected b... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,918 | Which word can be used for a birthmark, a piece of drilling machinery and a secret agent? | Sales and Use Tax Annotations - 440.0000 BTLG Table of Contents > Sales and Use Tax Annotations > P > 440.0000 Property Used In Manufacturing > entire section Sales and Use Tax Annotations 440.0000 PROPERTY USED IN MANUFACTURING—Regulation 1525 (a) MANUFACTURING AIDS (b) PROPERTY BECOMING COMPONENT PART OF FINISHED PRO... | "Masterminds" - Manchester Evening News, December 26, 2015 | Online Research Library: Questia Read preview Article excerpt 1. What has been the highest selling album of 2015? 2. Who won this year's Strictly Come Dancing? 3. Ford claimed to launch the first 'e-(What?)' at the 2015 Mobile World Congress Show: Pram; bike;... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,919 | Who starred as Hawkeye in the 1992 film Last Of The Mohicans? | The Last of the Mohicans (1992) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error The Last of the Mohicans ( 1992 ) R | Three trappers p... | Malcolm X (Widescreen) DVD (1992) Starring Denzel Washington; Directed by Spike Lee; Warner Home Video | OLDIES.com "...Triumphant....Denzel Washington gives the performance of the year..." USA Today - 11/18/1992 "...Washington's great performance dominates....MALCOLM X conveys its subject's magnetism and lifelong evol... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,920 | Which ship suffered an oil spill in Prince William Sound, Alaska in 1989? | EXXON VALDEZ, Alaska, United States, 1989 - ITOPF EXXON VALDEZ, Alaska, United States, 1989 24 Mar 1989 Incident EXXON VALDEZ grounded on Bligh Reef in Prince William Sound, Alaska, on 24th March 1989. About 37,000 tonnes of Alaska North Slope crude escaped into the Sound and spread widely. There was some limited dispe... | Full text of "Starlog Magazine Issue 213" See other formats wm Gillian Anderson ratesTHE X-FILES THE SCIENCE FICTION UNIVERSE j? M McNeills" APRIL #213 AR Greg Evigan, future detective The Man Who Killed Kirk: Malcolm McDowell TANK GIRL Lori Petty, road §" ^^N LEONARD NIMOY'S 'k The genius a... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,921 | A polliwog (or pollywog) is an old English word for which creature? | meaning - Where did the word 'golliwog' come from? - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange Where did the word 'golliwog' come from? up vote 3 down vote favorite 1 I am aware that the term is considered offensive. And I know that it refers to soft faced black dolls. But before that character was introduced, did 'golli... | What kind of creature was Sam on the Muppet Show Eagle 2 Who - IT - 402 View Full Document What kind of creature was Sam on the Muppet Show Eagle 2 Who had a hit with Tiger Feet Mud 3 Patty Hearst was kidnapped (later joined) which organisation Symbionese Liberation Army 4 The Murryfield Racers play which sport Ice Hoc... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,922 | Which composer wrote the operas 'Lohengrin' and 'Tannhauser'? | Wagner: The Genius Who Composed Tristan and Isolde Wagner: The Genius Who Composed Tristan and Isolde by DavidPaulWagner Richard Wagner was a great German composer of the 19th century. He wrote a number of magnificent operas, such as "Tannhauser", "Lohengrin" and "Tristan and Isolde". Long before the word "multimedia" ... | Love Never Dies (2012 film sequel to the 2004 film) | Phantom of the Opera | Fandom powered by Wikia Phantom of the Opera Love Never Dies (2012 film sequel to the 2004 film) 74pages on Share Love Never Dies is a romantic musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Glenn Slater with additional lyrics by Charles... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,923 | Who shot Lee Harvey Oswald after his arrest for the assassination of John F Kennedy? | Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald - Nov 24, 1963 - HISTORY.com Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald Share this: Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald Author Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald URL Publisher A+E Networks At 12:20 p.m., in the basement of the Dallas police station, Lee Harvey Oswald, the alleged assassin of Presi... | Log In - New York Times Log In Don't have an account? Sign up here » In order to access our Web site, your Web browser must accept cookies from NYTimes.com. More information » | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,924 | Rumer, Scout and Tallulah Belle are among the children of which Hollywood actor, formerly married to Demi Moore? | Demi Moore's daughters Rumer, Scout and Tallulah catch up over lunch | Daily Mail Online The Willis/Moore clan have suffered a tough few months after Tallulah Willis entered a treatment facility to overcome various issues. But the 20-year-old can count on the support of her older siblings Rumer, 24, and 23-year-old Sco... | IMDb: Most Popular People With Biographies Matching "Father and Son" Most Popular People With Biographies Matching "Father and Son" 1-50 of 121 names. Will Smith Willard Carroll "Will" Smith, Jr. (born September 25, 1968) is an American actor, comedian, producer, rapper, and songwriter. He has enjoyed success in televi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,925 | TAP is the chief airline of which European country? | Flytap - Oficial Site FLYTAP If it is your first time visiting the new flytap.com, please, log-in here . Login Customer number (TP) or email Password: Close How to log-in? Flytap has changed! It has new features and a new customer area that, were especially designed just for you. There are some errors on the form: Ple... | TRIVIA - HISTORICAL TRIVIA - HISTORICAL ` History Trivia What was a ship called the Ancon the first to travel through, on August 15, 1914? The Panama Canal. What fighter pilot flew World War I missions with his Great Dane "Moritz" next to him in the cockpit? Monfred von Richthofen, or " The Red Baron". What country los... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,926 | What was the name of the President of Granada who was executed during the 1983 coup? | BBC ON THIS DAY | 25 | 1983: US troops invade Grenada About This Site | Text Only 1983: US troops invade Grenada United States marines and army rangers have invaded the Caribbean island of Grenada, seized the country's two airports and taken Cuban and Soviet prisoners. The action, which has shocked the world, was order... | Nazi Germany and the Spanish Civil War Spanish Civil War Nationalist leader General Franco The Spanish Civil War was fought between 1936 and 1939. Like most domestic conflicts it was a bitter internecine affair, full of propaganda, attrition and brutality against prisoners and civilians. From the beginning of the 1800s... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,927 | Which song written by Michael Jackson & Lionel Ritchie was recorded by a group of 45 singers? | We Are the World -- Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie - YouTube We Are the World -- Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie 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 ... | The Seekers | New Music And Songs | The Seekers About The Seekers Although it's difficult for those who weren't there to believe, for a short time during late 1965 and early 1966 the popularity of this singing quartet from Australia was sufficient to rival the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. The Seekers were at the hea... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,928 | Who invented the Kodak camera? | Digital Camera Inventor Explains How Technology Took Down Kodak | The Huffington Post Digital Camera Inventor Explains How Technology Took Down Kodak 05/21/2013 07:29 pm ET | Updated May 22, 2013 1.2k Steve Sasson was working at the applied research lab at Eastman Kodak when he was asked to look into a new apparatus ca... | Zapruder Camera Graphic Design of above photo by Marcel Dehaeseleer , 2005 Abraham Zapruder 8MM JFK Assassination Camera And Film, 1963 A Sixteen Million Dollar Twenty-Eight Second 8 MM Film The most famous 8MM movie footage ever taken was shot by Dallas dress manufacturer Abraham Zapruder of the John F... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,929 | The Brooklyn Bridge connects Brooklyn to which other New York borough? | The Brooklyn Bridge connected Brooklyn to which other borough of New York City? A. The Bronx B. Staten Island C. Queens D. Manhattan The Brooklyn Bridge connected Brooklyn to which other borough of New York City? A. The Bronx B. Staten Island C. Queens D. Manhattan Or... | Relocating to New York | Relocation Resources for Moving to New York Beyond the City The New York Metropolitan Area, formally known as the New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), continually ranks as the most populous MSA in the United States—not to mention that it’s one of the d... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,930 | "Who wrote the horror stories ""The Fog"", ""The Dark"" and ""The Rats""?" | The Fog: Amazon.co.uk: James Herbert: 9780330515313: Books James Herbert Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Apple To get the free app, ente... | Halloween recommendations: The Haunting of Toby Jugg | Den of Geek Search Halloween recommendations: The Haunting of Toby Jugg Movies are all well and good, but sometimes you need something to read in the bath/on the tube/in bed/etc... tumblr Hands up who remembers Dennis Wheatley? Nope? No one? Hm. Ask your granddad p... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,931 | "What usually completes the phrase ""to spoil the ship for a ha'porth of ...""?" | Don’t spoil the ship for a ha’p’orth of tar. | word histories Don’t spoil the ship for a ha’p’orth of tar. MEANING Don’t risk the failure of a large project by trying to economise on trivial things. ORIGIN Ship is a dialectal pronunciation of sheep, and this proverb was originally to lose the sheep (often the hog... | Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: February 2011 Macclesfield Pub Quiz League 22nd Feb–Cup/Plate Semi Finals Questions set by Plough Horntails and the Dolphin 1. How many hoops are used in the standard game of Croquet? A, 6. 2. Which African kingdom was known as Basutoland before it gained independence in 1966? A. Lesotho... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,932 | Colonel Nicholson is one of the main characters in which famous 1957 war film? | The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) - IMDb IMDb ‘Generation KKK’: Why A&E is Considering Rebranding Their Show After Backlash 22 December 2016 4:51 PM, UTC There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Kee... | Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 8th December The Questions Macclesfield Pub Quiz League Set by the Harrington Academicals vetted by the Dolphin Art and Entertainment – All Creatures Great and Small Dumb Britain History – A Hard Act To Follow Sport Vetted by: The Dolphin Arts and Entertainment – All Creatures Great and Sm... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,933 | "In 1974, who said ""I don't want to be leader of the party. I'm happy to be in the top dozen""?" | The HildaBeast : snopes.com The HildaBeast Claim: List reproduces various statements made by Hillary Clinton. mixture Example: [Collected via e-mail, February 2007] WHAT A SWEET, WONDERFUL PERSON THE HILDABEAST IS. Cheers to the Truth! "Where is the G-damn f**king flag? I want the G-damn (From the book "Inside The Whit... | Zahn Family Jeopardy Jeopardy Template The brand of underwear Marty McFly wears in Back to the Future 200 What is The Boston Tea Party This took place on Griffin's Wharf in America in 1773. 300 How many of the United States Supreme Court Justices are women? 300 Who is Lord Alfred Tennyson? He wrote the famous 1855 poem... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,934 | What is the first word in the Wham song Wake Me Up Before You Go Go | WHAM! - WAKE ME UP BEFORE YOU GO-GO LYRICS Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go Lyrics Wham! - Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go Lyrics You put the boom-boom into my heart You send my soul sky high when your lovin' starts Jitterbug into my brain Goes a bang-bang-bang 'til my feet do the same But something's bugging you My best friend... | www.knowledge-is-power-all-in-one.com: List of General Knowledge Questions and Answers, All type Questions and Answers, Basic General Knowledge, General Awareness Question Answers, Better in Competitive Exam and Quiz contests.13 www.knowledge-is-power-all-in-one.com Friday, 13 May 2016 List of General Knowledge Questio... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,935 | Which European country did a military coup, known as the Carnation Revolution, take place in 1974 ? | The Carnation Revolution: A Peaceful Coup in Portugal | The Huffington Post The Carnation Revolution: A Peaceful Coup in Portugal 09/28/2015 11:24 am ET | Updated Sep 28, 2016 ADST American Diplomacy, Warts and All Sean Pavone via Getty Images Note: Our accounts contain the personal recollections and opinions of the in... | Kyrgyzstan - Countries of the world Countries of the world 5,496,737 (July 2012 est.) Kyrgyzstan (/kɜrɡɪˈstɑːn/ kur-gi-STAHN;[5] Kyrgyz: Кыргызстан , IPA: [qɯrʁɯsˈstɑn], or Кыргыз Республикасы , Russian: Киргизия or Киргизская Республика ), officially the Kyrgyz Republic, is a country located in Central Asia . Landlock... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,936 | Which berry is used to make the Italian liqueur Sambuca? | The Most Famous Italian Liquors | Italy The Most Famous Italian Liquors List of Major Italian Liqueurs and Spirits Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/16/2016 - 12:46 List of Major Italian Liqueurs and Spirits Italy is not only and simply known for her fine wines, but also for a plethora of liqueurs and spirits we enjoy at... | End of the dynasty that made Irn-Bru – from girders | The Independent Tuesday 17 March 2009 00:00 BST Click to follow Indy Lifestyle Online For years, its slogan was "Barr's Irn-Bru: made in Scotland from girders". But now the beloved Scottish fizzy drink's catchphrase is wrong in two ways: first, the closest it gets t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,937 | Which city hosts the headquarters of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement? | Read more Press releases International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement deplores the death of Nigerian Red Cross Society aid workers in Rann, Nigeria The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is deeply saddened by the death of a numb... IFRC Secretary General available for interviews at World Economic ... | YouTube Undo Close "Dr Hook ~ Sy..." The YouTube account associated with this video has been terminated due to multiple third-party notifications of copyright infringement. Sorry about that. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,938 | Which Shakespeare play is set in Navarre? | Love's Labours Lost Play: Overview of Love's Labours Lost Genre classification: Love’s Labours Lost is a Comedy play . Main characters in Love’s Labours Lost: Ferdinand: King of Navarre, who woos the princess of France. Princess of France: Beautiful woman who captures the heart of the King of Navarre Berowne: Lord at F... | The Settings of Shakespeare's Plays Shakespeare Hits the Big Time Bard Bites Dramatist and Shakespearean scholar Nicholas Rowe was the first to write a critical (annotated) edition of Shakespeare's works. ___ The average length of a play in Elizabethan England was 3000 lines. With 4,042 lines and 29,551 words, Hamlet... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,939 | In Greek mythology, who was the mother of the Cretan king, Minos? | Minos | Greek mythology | Britannica.com Greek mythology Horus Minos, legendary ruler of Crete; he was the son of Zeus , the king of the gods, and of Europa , a Phoenician princess and personification of the continent of Europe. Minos obtained the Cretan throne by the aid of the Greek god Poseidon, and from Knossos (or... | The Labyrinth of Crete, the myth of the Minotaur Archaeology, Mythology and History of Crete The Labyrinth of Crete: The Myth Of The Minotaur Zeus, in the form of a bull, brought Europe from the Phoenician seashore to Gortys in Crete where he made love with her under a plane tree (or on the plane tree after... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,940 | Which country was inaded by Russia in 1979? | Afghanistan was invaded by Russia in 1979 the Russians - CIS - 231 View Full Document Afghanistan was invaded by Russia in 1979 (the Russians withdrew ten years later). After the September 11, 2001, Al Qaeda terrorist attacks, the U.S. military deposed the Afghan government (the Taliban), which had harbored the terrori... | The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency Background: Known as Persia until 1935, Iran became an Islamic republic in 1979 after the ruling monarchy was overthrown and Shah Mohammad Reza PAHLAVI was forced into exile. Conservative clerical forces led by Ayatollah Ruhollah KHOMEINI established a theocratic system ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,941 | What is the name of the fat substance used in ointments and cosmetics that is obtained from wool? | Wool fat - definition of wool fat by The Free Dictionary Wool fat - definition of wool fat by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/wool+fat Related to wool fat: yellow soft paraffin wool fat (Elements & Compounds) another name for lanolin lan•o•lin a fatty substance, extracted from wool, used in ointmen... | Quiz for Sunday 12th June - Shelled Warriors Forums Quiz for Sunday 12th June User Name Posts: 1,403 Quiz for Sunday 12th June Nothing too fancy this week - has been a bit chaotic and stressful so had to cheat a little. Good luck 1.What is the common name of the cooking ingredient from the hard fat of kidneys and loins... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,942 | A contestant from which South American country won the 2011 ‘Miss World Contest’? | Venezuelan wins sixth Miss Universe crown | Reuters Mon Aug 24, 2009 | 3:30 AM EDT Venezuelan wins sixth Miss Universe crown 1/10 Miss Venezuela, Stefania Fernandez waves onstage after winning the Miss Universe 2009 annual pageant held at Atlantis on Paradise Island in the Bahamas August 23, 2009. Reuters/Lucas Jackson... | Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: February 2011 Macclesfield Pub Quiz League 22nd Feb–Cup/Plate Semi Finals Questions set by Plough Horntails and the Dolphin 1. How many hoops are used in the standard game of Croquet? A, 6. 2. Which African kingdom was known as Basutoland before it gained independence in 1966? A. Lesotho... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,943 | What word refers to theatre that is made up on the spot? | Writing Basics: What Makes a Good Sentence? ________________________________________________________________ Collaboration Find an article in a newspaper, a magazine, or online that interests you. Bring it to class or post it online. Then, looking at a classmate’s article, identify one example of each part of a sentenc... | Theatre Types THEATRE SPACES Theatre: a space where a performance takes place, in effect a large machine in the form of a building that is specialized for presenting performances. Stage types: Proscenium stage: A proscenium theatre is what we usually think of as a "theatre". Its primary feature is the Proscenium, a "pi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,944 | Which Conservative, the MP for Louth and Horncastle, elected in 1966, is the Father of the House of Commons? | ConservativeHome's Seats & Candidates blog: Louth and Horncastle ConservativeHome's Seats & Candidates blog Sir Peter Tapsell re-adopted for Louth and Horncastle I noted last month that the oldest and longest continuously-serving Conservative MP, Sir Peter Taspell, was about to face a re-adoption vote by the executive ... | History of Sir Edward Heath - GOV.UK GOV.UK Sir Edward Heath Conservative 1970 to 1974 Born 9 July 1916, Broadstairs, Kent Died 17 July 2005, Salisbury, Wiltshire Dates in office Industrial relations Act 1971 (repealed 1974): controversial legislation to curb union power. Interesting facts Arundells, Heath's home in Sa... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,945 | "Who played the part of Major Seth Adams in the 1950's TV series, ""Wagon Train""?" | "Wagon Train" The Major Adams Story: Part 1 (TV Episode 1958) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error The Major Adams Story: P... | Dad's Army - The Deadly Attachment - NL Ondertiteld - '... Your name vill also go on ze list!..'.. - YouTube Dad's Army - The Deadly Attachment - NL Ondertiteld - '... Your name vill also go on ze list!..'.. Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to re... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,946 | Salix babylonica is the Latin name for which British tree? | Salix babylonica - Plant Finder Plant Finder Tried and Trouble-free Recommended by 4 Professionals Common Name: weeping willow Height: 30.00 to 50.00 feet Spread: 30.00 to 50.00 feet Bloom Time: April to May Bloom Description: Silver green Sun: Full sun to part shade Water: Medium to wet Garden locations Culture Grow i... | Salix alba 'Tristis' - Plant Finder Plant Finder Tried and Trouble-free Recommended by 1 Professionals Common Name: white willow Height: 50.00 to 75.00 feet Spread: 50.00 to 75.00 feet Bloom Time: April to May Bloom Description: Green Sun: Full sun to part shade Water: Medium to wet Garden locations Culture Grow in ave... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,947 | Geoff Hunt, Jahangir Khan and Ross Norman were the only World Open Champions in the first ten years that the Championships were held, in which sport? | Jahangir Khan : definition of Jahangir Khan and synonyms of Jahangir Khan (English) W (1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1988) Last updated on: September 19, 2010. Jahangir Khan, HI , (born 10 December 1963, in Karachi , Pakistan [1] ) (sometimes spelled "Jehangir Khan") is a former World No. 1 professional squash player f... | 1. What is the name of the hit show based on the songs of Abba? - Liverpool Echo News 1. What is the name of the hit show based on the songs of Abba? 2. Which “G” is the name of the Italian astronomer who improved the telescope so much as to discover that there were craters on the moon? Share Get daily updates directl... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,948 | The French term ligne (equating to 'line' in English) is used by makers of watches, buttons and hats as an expression of? | Glossary of 18th Century Costume Terminology Glossary of 18th Century Costume Terminology See copyright notice below regarding copying any text from this glossary The purpose of this page is twofold: First, to define vocabulary—to define 18th c. words which are now unfamiliar, and to correctly define non-18th century w... | Collecting the Coins of France by Ralph Heymsfeld Collecting the Coins of France by Ralph Heymsfeld French coinage spans about 2500 years, beginning with the coins of Greek Colonies and the Celtic Gauls, and continuing largely uninterrupted to the present day. Although such a vast expanse of time might seem overwhelmin... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,949 | Which famous aircraft producer designed the synchronized machine gun to fire through propeller blades? | The Straight Dope: How did World War I fighter planes keep from shooting off their own propellers? A Staff Report from the Straight Dope Science Advisory Board How did World War I fighter planes keep from shooting off their own propellers? April 14, 2009 How did WWI planes shoot their machine guns so that it didn't des... | Roland Garros, the aviator the world mistakes for a tennis champion - France 24 Roland Garros, the aviator the world mistakes for a tennis champion Text by Stéphanie TROUILLARD Latest update : 2015-06-07 Throughout the world, Roland Garros is synonymous with tennis. But few people know the home of the French Open was n... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,950 | Alexandra of Denmark was the wife of which British monarch? | The Mad Monarchist: Consort Profile: Alexandra of Denmark Friday, August 20, 2010 Consort Profile: Alexandra of Denmark One of the most beloved consorts of the recent British monarchs was surely Alexandra of Denmark, the Queen consort of King Edward VII. She had everything going for her as a royal bride. She was beauti... | Timeline of the Kings & Queens of England There have been 66 monarchs of England and Britain spread over a period of 1500 years. SAXON KINGS EGBERT 827 - 839 Egbert (Ecgherht) was the first monarch to establish a stable and extensive rule over all of Anglo-Saxon England. After returning from exile at the court of Cha... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,951 | Which element discovered by Cavendish in 1766, has a name that means 'water producing'? | Hydrogen»historical information [WebElements Periodic Table] Hydrogen: historical information Hydrogen: historical information Hydrogen was discovered by Henry Cavendish at 1766 in London, England. Origin of name : from the Greek words "hydro" and "genes" meaning "water" and "generator" Robert Boyle (1627-1691; Engli... | chemical element | Britannica.com Chemical element rare-earth element Chemical element, also called element , any substance that cannot be decomposed into simpler substances by ordinary chemical processes. Elements are the fundamental materials of which all matter is composed. This article considers the origin of the e... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,952 | What is the capital of the Northwest Territories, Canada? | Northwest Territories - The Canadian Encyclopedia Provinces & Territories Northwest Territories The Northwest Territories lie northwest of central Canada, bordered to the east by Nunavut, to the west by the Yukon and to the south by the northeastern corner of British Columbia, as well as the entire northern borders of ... | 1. How many different scoring areas are there on a standard dart board? - Jade Wright - Liverpool Echo 1. How many different scoring areas are there on a standard dart board? 2. Which New York bridge, completed in 1883, was designed by John Augustus Roebling? Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,953 | In which Bond film does Charles Grey play the villain Blofeld? | James Bond 24: What is Spectre and who is Blofeld? - Telegraph James Bond James Bond 24: What is Spectre and who is Blofeld? Bond 24's title has been revealed as Spectre, but what's the story behind the name? And will its leader, Ernst Stavro Blofeld, appear in the new film? Follow So the wait is over: it’s been annou... | Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Jul 7, 2010 Thunderball (1965) is the fourth spy film in the James Bond series after Dr. No (1962), From Russia with Love (1963) and Goldfinger (1964), and the fourth to star Sean Connery as ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,954 | Alfred, Farmingdale and Pixie are varieties of which fruit | Apricot Cultivars Apricot Cultivars 08/09 History: This Factsheet is one of a series that replaces OMAF Publication 430, Fruit Cultivars. See also 02-033, Peach and Nectarine Cultivars, 02-037, Cherry Cultivars Sweet and Tart, 02-039, Pear Cultivars, 02-041, Plum Cultivars European and ... | Glossary : SBS Food (top) Acacia seed A small, oval, black variety of the wattle seed. It is roasted and milled to be used in a wide variety of foods including soups, meat rubs, ice-creams and baked goods. Acetic Acid An organic acid better known as vinegar. Acidulated Water Water to which an acid substance such as lem... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,955 | Antonio Salazar was the virtual dictator of which country from 1932 to 1968? | António de Oliveira Salazar | Military Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia António de Oliveira Salazar 5 July 1932 – 25 September 1968 President 18 April 1951 – 29 July 1951 Preceded by 3 June 1926 – 19 June 1926 Prime Minister 28 April 1928 – 28 August 1940 Prime Minister 21 January 1930 – 20 July 1930 Prime Minister 13 Ap... | Salvador Dal� Salvador Dal� All text is available under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Text_of_the_GNU_Free_Documentation_License Salvador Dal� From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Redirected from Salvador dal�) Salvador Felipe Jacinto Dal� Dom�... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,956 | Welsh rarebit is another name for ‘what’ on toast? | Welsh Rarebit for All Cheese on Toast Addicts | The Worktop April 27, 2015 Welsh Rarebit For All Cheese On Toast Addicts Cheese on toast is always a brunch favorite. It’s quick and easy to make, and so delicious. This Welsh Rarebit uses stout, mustard seeds and Worcestershire sauce to give the cheese a malty savory edg... | Rampant Scotland Directory - Colour Supplement Index Rampant Scotland Directory! Newsletter Colour Supplements The Rampant Scotland Newsletter is published every second Saturday and provides an insight into what has been happening in Scotland, snipped from the Scottish media, for Scots in Scotland and abroad, bringing ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,957 | What was Blondie's last UK number one | Blondie - The Tide Is High - YouTube Blondie - The Tide Is High 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.... | All you want to know about one direction members All you want to know about one direction members 5 month ago 2980 `> One direction is an English pop boy band in London, composed of Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and previously, Zayn Malik until his departure from the band on 25 March 2015 the ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,958 | Where did world's largest tank engagement begin in July 1943? | The Battle of Kursk - Battle of Kursk: Eastern Front 1943 The Battle of Kursk The Battle of Kursk (July 4 - July 20, 1943) was a decisive battle on the Eastern Front during World War II. The battle was an attempt by the German side to get on the offensive after defeat in the Ba... | Battle of Stalingrad - World War II - HISTORY.com Battle of Stalingrad A+E Networks Introduction The Battle of Stalingrad (July 17, 1942-Feb. 2, 1943), was the successful Soviet defense of the city of Stalingrad (now Volgograd) in the U.S.S.R. during World War II. Russians consider it to be the greatest battle of their... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,959 | In World War I, what name was given to the vast system of defences in N E France stretching from Lens to Verdun? | Battle of Arras (1917) | Military Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Battle of Arras (1917) Part of the Western Front of the First World War The Town Square, Arras, France. February, 1919. Date 9 April – 16 May 1917 Location Georg von der Marwitz Strength 27 divisions in the assault 7 divisions in the line, 27 divisions in... | The History Place - World War II in Europe Timeline: June 13, 1944 - First V-1 Rocket Attack on Britain A German V-1 bomb in flight about to crash and explode in London. The 'V' came from the German word Vergeltungswaffen, meaning weapons of reprisal. The V-1 was developed by German scientists at the Peenemünde researc... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,960 | Who is the author of The Maid of Buttermere and Time to Dance? | The Maid of Buttermere : Melvyn Bragg : 9780340423738 The Maid of Buttermere US$9.95 US$14.22 You save US$4.27 Free delivery worldwide Add to basket Add to wishlist Description Melvyn Bragg's highly-acclaimed bestselling historical novel, the story behind one of the 19th century's greatest scandals. Set in the Lake Dis... | Much Obliged, Jeeves (Jeeves and the Tie That Binds) Much Obliged, Jeeves (Jeeves and the Tie That Binds) Main page / Bibliography / Much Obliged, Jeeves (Jeeves and the Tie That Binds) UK Title: Much Obliged, Jeeves First published in UK: October 15 1971 by Barrie & Jenkins, London US Title: Jeeves and the Tie That Bi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,961 | What is the more common name for a lexicon, of which Dr. Johnson's is an early example? | Name | Define Name at Dictionary.com name noun 1. a word or a combination of words by which a person, place, or thing, a body or class, or any object of thought is designated, called, or known. 2. mere designation, as distinguished from fact: He was a king in name only. 3. an appellation, title, or epithet, applied des... | Opera Terms Pronunciation Guide Pronunciation Guide: Opera Terms apron - the forward part of the stage between the curtain and the orchestra pit aria - a song for solo voice with instrumental accompaniment. Arias appear in cantatas, oratorios, and operas beginning in the 17trh century. Usually they emphasize m... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,962 | In which 1956 film does Kirk Douglas play Vincent van Gogh? | Lust for Life (1956) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error The life of brilliant but tortured artist Vincent van Gogh. Direc... | Free Flashcards about GK 1 What does 'Beijing' mean? Northern capital Which author (1874-1936) said 'thieves respect property, they merely wish the property to become their property that they may properly respect it'? GK Chesterton What was the original meaning of 'decimated'? Reduced by 10% The Circumlocution Office a... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,963 | In which organ of the body are worn-out red blood cells removed and antibodies synthesised? | Function of the Spleen Function of the Spleen By Dr Ananya Mandal, MD The spleen is an organ found in almost all vertebrate animals. It mainly acts as a filter for purifying the blood, removing microbes and worn out or damaged red blood cells. It is also an important organ in the immune system, producing the white bloo... | hemoglobinopathies | Leaders in Pharmaceutical Business Intelligence (LPBI) Group Leaders in Pharmaceutical Business Intelligence (LPBI) Group Funding, Deals & Partnerships: BIOLOGICS & MEDICAL DEVICES; BioMed e-Series; Medicine and Life Sciences Scientific Journal – http://PharmaceuticalIntelligence.com Feeds: Writer ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,964 | The original 'Old Guard' were part of whose army? | Napoleon's Use of His Imperial Guard Napoleon's Use of His Imperial Guard By George Nafziger Editor's Note: The following is taken from an unpublished doctorate dissertation. In the introduction it was postulated that the Imperial Guard began like other guard formations and that it developed a third pol... | Marine Corps Decade Timeline | Marine Corps history | Marines.com Decade began with 368 Marines (343 Enlisted; 25 Officers) Decade ended with 523 Marines (513 Enlisted; 10 Officers) 2nd Commandant: LtCol William Ward Burrows (1798-1804) 3rd Commandant: LtCol Franklin Warton (1804-1818) missions: 1805: Battle of Derna T... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,965 | Name the artist and title of this 1969 hit: "I thought I was The Bally table king. But I just handed my pin ball crown to him. Even on my favorite table He can beat my best. His disciples lead him in And he just does the rest." | WHO, pinball wizard Tabs, Lyrics, Chords for Guitar pinball wizard tabs @ 911Tabs #----------------------------------PLEASE NOTE----------------------------------# # This file is the author's own work and represents their interpretation of the # # song. You may only use this file for private study, scholarship, or rese... | UK MUSIC CHARTS, No.1 Singles 1: Al Martino - Here In My Heart - 14/11/1952. 1953 2: Jo Stafford : You Belong To Me - 16/1/1953 3: Kay Starr : Comes A-Long A-Love - 23/1/1953. 4: Eddie Fisher: Outside Of Heaven - 30/1/1953. Feb 5: Perry Como: Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes - 6/2/1953 March 6: Guy Mitchell: She We... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,966 | What is the Italian word, meaning 'head', for the clamp-like gadget used on guitars and other fretted stringed instruments to change key and tuning? | How to Play Guitar Secret | Guitars How to Play the Guitar like a Pro! History of the guitarWhat are the different kinds of guitars?Learning guitar lingoExploring the parts of a guitarHow to care for your guitarHow to Hold the GuitarMethods for tuning your guitarLearning chord structureHow to practice changing chords... | Electric Guitar Strings | Gear4music Strings Electric Guitar Strings Electric Guitar Strings are an important factor in determining the sound and playability of your instrument. The key things to consider when buying guitar strings are how often you play, the genre of music youll be playing and the thickness or feel y... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,967 | Which character in The Archers kept a Staffordshire bull terrier called Captain? | BBC Blogs - The Archers - Jack Woolley 1919 to 2014 Jack Woolley 1919 to 2014 Thursday 02 January 2014, 19:05 The eventful life of Ambridge's most powerful businesman. 1919 Jack Woolley was born on 19 July in the Birmingham suburb of Stirchley. 1939 - 1945: During the war Jack was a fire warden in Stirchley. He didn'... | BBC - The Archers Blog: Graham Seed on playing, and leaving, Nigel Pargetter Graham Seed on playing, and leaving, Nigel Pargetter Keri Davies | 19:14 PM, Monday, 3 January 2011 Dear Archers listeners, I'd like to share with you all my official statement that has been released today: 'It is with huge sadness that I leav... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,968 | Which letter is represented in Morse code by 'dot dot'? | How to Read Morse Code | eHow How to Read Morse Code Email Save The Morse code is a system of dots and dashes used to send messages by wire. The code was named after the inventor, Samuel Finley Breese Morse. The dots and dashes of the Morse code are based on timing. The dot is a rapid click. A short dash sounds twice... | What sport used the term "home run" long before baseball?*Cricket Who was the f - Pastebin.com What sport used the term "home run" long before baseball?*Cricket Who was the first U.S. volleyball player to win three Olympic gold medals?*Karch Kiraly What was the only team to win two World Series in the 1980's?*The Los A... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,969 | Who was the original presenter of BBC TV's 'A Question of Sport'? | BBC Sport - Question of Sport - The history of the show The history of the show Three with the answers: Vine, Coleman, Barker. A Question of Sport will celebrate its 40th birthday in January 2010 making it the longest running TV quiz show in the UK and possibly the world. Some of the biggest names in British and Intern... | Bradley Walsh - TV Celebrities - ShareTV [Complete List] BIOGRAPHY: Bradley Walsh (born 4 June 1960) is an English Light Entertainer, television actor, comedian and former professional footballer Background Bradley Walsh grew up in Leavesden, near Watford. He attended Francis Combe, a comprehensive school in Garston, H... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,970 | What word meaning a person devoted to luxury is derived from the name of an ancient Greek city that was noted for the pleasure-seeking habits of its inhabitants? | What in the world is a Sybarite?brettVdesignblog. The tag line for my blog is "design for the modern day sybarite." What's a sybarite you say? Please, let me explain :: sybarite \\SIB-uh-ryt\\, noun: A person devoted to luxury and pleasure. Sybarite is derived from Sybaris, an ancient Greek city noted for the luxurio... | Judy Duchan's History of Speech - Language Pathology Ancient Greece — 500 BC to 100 AD Overview Ancient Greece was in its heyday from around 5th century BC to 2nd century AD. That period is commonly referred to as the classical period and events in it led to major and long-lasting advances in medicine and rhetoric. Med... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,971 | What word is used to describe any straight line from the centre of a circle to the circumference | Geometry and the Circle Unit 2 > Lesson 1 of 6 A circle is an important shape in the field of geometry. Let's look at the definition of a circle and its parts. We will also examine the relationship between the circle and the plane. A circle is a shape with all points the same distance from its center. A circle is named... | What sport used the term "home run" long before baseball?*Cricket Who was the f - Pastebin.com What sport used the term "home run" long before baseball?*Cricket Who was the first U.S. volleyball player to win three Olympic gold medals?*Karch Kiraly What was the only team to win two World Series in the 1980's?*The Los A... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,972 | Which musical film soundtrack was in the charts for a staggering 382 weeks? | 50 Years Ago: 'The Sound of Music' Soundtrack Hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 50 Years Ago: 'The Sound of Music' Soundtrack Hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 Tweet Share Fifty years ago this week, the charts were alive with The Sound of Music, as the film's soundtrack hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 dated Nov. 13, 1965. The... | Mary Poppins [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack] - Disney | Songs, Reviews, Credits | AllMusic Mary Poppins [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack] AllMusic Rating google+ AllMusic Review by William Ruhlmann Prior to their 14-song score for Mary Poppins, songwriting brothers Richard M. and Robert B. Sherman... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,973 | Which bandleader had 'Here's to the Next Time' as his signature tune? | Henry Hall biography Let me tell you about...... Henry Hall, bandleader from 1920's - 1950's (b. 2 May 1898, d. 28 Oct 1989) This page has moved to | Bobby Byrd’s Biography — Free listening, videos, concerts, stats and photos at Last.fm Listeners Biography Bobby Byrd (Robert Howard Byrd, Toccoa, Georgia, August 15, 1934 – Loganville, Georgia, September 12, 2007) was an american funk, soul, rhythm & blues, gospel singer, songwriter and record producer. Bobby Byrd w... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,496,974 | What mountain range separates France and Spain? | Which mountains separate France and Spain? Science and Technology Which mountains separate France and Spain? The Pyrenees stretch for about 300 miles (500 km) from the Bay of Biscay in the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. This mountain range forms a natural boundary between France and Spain. The highest point i... | Cantabrian Mountains | mountains, Spain | Britannica.com Cantabrian Mountains list of Spanish monarchs Cantabrian Mountains, Spanish Cordillera Cantábrica, mountain chain generally extending along the northern coast of Spain for approximately 180 miles (300 km). Scenic and well forested (with beeches and maritime pines... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
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