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1,507,975 | Who was the first poet to win a Pulitzer Prize posthumously? | Sylvia Plath - Poet | Academy of American Poets Academy of American Poets The Academy of American Poets is the largest membership-based nonprofit organization fostering an appreciation for contemporary poetry and supporting American poets. For over three generations, the Academy has connected millions of people to grea... | Poets Laureate of Great Britain Poets Laureate of Great Britain Poets Laureate of Great Britain by J. Zimmerman Several of the other Laureates were famous poets, particularly Ted Hughes , Robert Southey , John Masefield , Sir John Betjeman , Cecil Day-Lewis , and the current Laureate, Andrew Motion . History and respon... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,976 | What controversial objects of the world of culture are by far the biggest attraction in the purpose built Duveen Gallery of the British Museum? | British Museum - Parthenon Sculptures Parthenon Sculptures Video The Parthenon Sculptures The question of where the surviving sculptures from the Parthenon should now be displayed has long been a subject of public discussion. This page provides key information for understanding the complex history of the Parthenon and ... | Bandar Seri Begawan, capital city of Brunei All... Bandar Seri Begawan, capital city of Brunei Many visitors come to Bandar Seri Begawan expecting an extravagant mini-Dubai, but the capital city of Brunei is actually quite unassuming. The country's oil riches are certainly evident in many buildings, like the shopping m... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,977 | What is the largest species of lizard in the world? | World's Biggest Lizard - YouTube World's Biggest Lizard 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. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature ... | 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 |
1,507,978 | At which UK General Election was Helen Grant elected, the Conservative Party's first black female MP? | Three Out Of Five Nigerians Win Parliamentary Seats In UK General Elections-NigeriaToday | Sahara Reporters Three Out Of Five Nigerians Win Parliamentary Seats In UK General Elections-NigeriaToday For the first time ever, Nigerian-Britons have secured seats by Sahara Reporters May 09, 2010 For the first time ever, Nig... | 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 |
1,507,979 | Which team won the Hockey World Cup the most times between 2000 and 2010? | FIFA.com - FIFA World Cup™ FIFA World Cup™ You're logging in with Facebook You're logging in with Twitter You're logging in with Google+ Connect Login Error The email address/password you submitted is wrong or could not be found. Please try again. If you are not a member of the FIFA.com Club, please register first. The... | On This Day 1926: The first greyhound meeting with a mechanical hare took place at Belle Vue, Manchester. 2000: Portugal midfielder Luis Figo, star of Euro 2000, became the world's most expensive footballer when he joined Real Madrid for £37million from Barcelona. 2005: Australia won the first Ashes Test at Lord's by 2... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,980 | "What line follows ""Suddenly, I'm not half the man I used to be"", from the Beatles song 'Yesterday'?" | Beatles - Yesterday Lyrics | MetroLyrics Yesterday Lyrics New! Highlight lyrics to add Meanings, Special Memories, and Misheard Lyrics... Submit Corrections Cancel Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away Now it looks as though they're here to stay Oh, I believe in yesterday Suddenly, I'm not half the man I used t... | Billy J. Kramer’s Biography — Free listening, videos, concerts, stats and photos at Last.fm Listeners Biography Billy J. Kramer (born William Howard Ashton, on August 19, 1943, in Bootle, Liverpool, England) was a British Invasion / Merseybeat singer. He is known today primarily as the singer of various Lennon-McCart... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,981 | "In TV's ""Heartbeat"" Geoffrey Hughes plays which character?" | Geoffrey Hughes - Telegraph TV & Radio Obituaries Geoffrey Hughes Geoffrey Hughes, who has died aged 68, was known for his memorable television roles as Eddie Yeats, the roly-poly Scouse binman in Coronation Street; the slobbish Onslow in Keeping Up Appearances; the ironically named Twiggy in The Royle Family; and t... | THE NEW SEASON - FILM - Los Angeles Noir and Other Looming Shadows - Schedule - NYTimes.com All dates are subject to change. September Wednesday AL Franken: God Spoke A year in the life of this comedian and political commentator, as recorded by the filmmakers Nick Doob and Chris Hegedus (''The War Room''). Artie Lange'... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,982 | The inactive volcano, Mauna Kea (meaning 'white mountain' in the local native language), is in which US state? | Mauna Kea Volcano, Hawaiʻi Hawaiʻi's Tallest Volcano Photograph by D.A. Swanson on February 15, 1971. Tall cinder cones atop the summit of Mauna Kea (4,205m) and lava flows that underlie its steep upper flanks have built the volcano a scant 35 m higher than nearby Mauna Loa (4,170 m). Mauna Kea, like Hawaiʻi's other ol... | The Only State... Quiz Extra Trivia ...whose current State Capitol building predates the revolution? The Maryland State House, built in 1772, has a unique wooden dome which was constructed without nails. ...to produce two US Presidents whose sons also became Presidents? Coincidentally, both sons shared their Father's n... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,983 | How long does a human taste bud live for, 10 minutes, 10 hours or 10 days? | Taste and Flavor - Taste Bud Facts at WomansDay.com Thinkstock Advertisement - Continue Reading Below You probably already know that your taste buds have something to do with your food preferences, but you'll likely be surprised to learn how deeply those preferences are rooted in your body's survival instincts. We spok... | 50 Interesting Facts | IAS 50 Interesting Facts Hypermetropic people are what : Long Sighted Which leader lives in the Potola : Dalai Lama What wood was the cross supposed to be made of : Mistletoe Joseph Levitch became famous as who : Jerry Lewis If you planted a bandarilla what are you doing : Bullfighting What was t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,984 | John Hosking was the first Mayor of which Australian city? | Hosking, John Hosking, John Hosking, John Terri McCormack John Hosking was born in London in 1806, the third son of Methodist teacher John Hosking and his wife Ann Elizabeth. John Hosking senior brought his family to Sydney on 29 January 1809 in response to an invitation from the Reverend Samuel Marsden to take charge ... | On This Day 1926: The first greyhound meeting with a mechanical hare took place at Belle Vue, Manchester. 2000: Portugal midfielder Luis Figo, star of Euro 2000, became the world's most expensive footballer when he joined Real Madrid for £37million from Barcelona. 2005: Australia won the first Ashes Test at Lord's by 2... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,985 | What does the legal term 'Caveat Emptor' mean? | Caveat emptor legal definition of caveat emptor Caveat emptor legal definition of caveat emptor http://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/caveat+emptor Related to caveat emptor: Caveat lector Caveat Emptor [Latin, Let the buyer beware.] A warning that notifies a buyer that the goods he or she is buying are "as is,"... | Rio Rio You're Reading a Free Preview Pages 3 to 24 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 you read on your other device. Get the full title to continue Get the full title to continue reading from where you left off, o... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,986 | Which English rock band were originally called the Spectres? | The 50 Greatest British Bands of All-Time – jimcofer.com jimcofer.com is licensed under a Creative Commons License . The 50 Greatest British Bands of All-Time So something really awful happened recently, and to take my mind off it I decided to make a list of the 50 greatest British bands of all time. The actual list on... | "Masterminds" - Evening Gazette (Middlesbrough, England), December 27, 2014 | Online Research Library: Questia Read preview Article excerpt 1. Which actor starred as detective Magnum PI? 2. Which town in Cornwall has become famous for the number of artists who are based there because of its light? 3. Which Manx rider w... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,987 | Who assassinated Mahatma Ghandi on 306 January 1948? | Gandhi assassinated - Jan 30, 1948 - HISTORY.com Gandhi assassinated Publisher A+E Networks Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the political and spiritual leader of the Indian independence movement, is assassinated in New Delhi by a Hindu fanatic. Born the son of an Indian official in 1869, Gandhi’s Vaishnava mother was deepl... | 1985 | Pop Culture Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Edit January January 1 The Internet's Domain Name System is created. Greenland is withdrawn from the European Economic Community. First UK Cellular Mobile Phone Network Launched by Vodafone January 7 – Cellnet Launches 2nd UK Cellular Network January 10 – Kenya recogniz... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,988 | Which European nation finished third in football's 1974 and 1982 World Cup Tournaments? | England at major tournaments :: Total Football Magazine - Premier League, Championship, League One, League Two, Non-League News Other News > England > England at major tournaments England at major tournaments Tournament football and England; it’s been a journey full of high hopes but ultimately, many tears, disappointm... | World Cup 1930 in Uruguay - World Cup Brazil 2014 Guide World Cup Brazil 2014 Guide Join the World Cup Experience Primary menu Date: 13 July -30 July Final: Argentina – Uruguay 2-4 Top scorer: Guillermo Stábile (Argentina) (8 goals) World Cup 1930 Background In the beginning of the 20th century, a global football tourn... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,989 | Bovidae Ovis is the scientific name for which animal? | bighorn sheep Bighorn Sheep photo M. Noonan Bighorn Taxonomy/Description Bighorn sheep belong to the Mammalian Order Artiodactyla, in the family Bovidae. Bovidae also includes goats, bison, cattle, and antelope. The bighorn's scientific name is Ovis canadensis, which means "sheep belonging to Canada". Ho... | The Wizard of Oz THE WIZARD OF OZ A. BALDWIN SLOANE & PAUL TIEJENS Originally Staged by JULIAN MITCHELL Based on Baum's novel First produced at the Majestic Theatre on January 21, 1903, with Fred Stone as "Scarecrow" and David Montgomery as "Tin Woodman". THE WIZARD OF OZ, one of the most successful American stage extr... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,990 | Grantley Adams is the airport of which Caribbean island? | Barbados Airport | Grantley Adams International | Barbados.org There is an in-bound duty free shop in the Arrivals Terminal. Friendly porters are available to assist you with your bags... be sure to agree on a price for their services. Car hire , taxis and public transportation are all easily available. Departing On ... | Caribbean: Barbados Brief History Unusually for the Caribbean, the island remained entirely in the possession of the British until its independence in 1966. It was touched in 1625 by the British ship Olive Blossom, whose crew, finding it uninhabited, took possession in the name. of James I. The first settlement was mad... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,991 | Americans call it a hood. What do the British call it? | The Septic's Companion - List of British Words For Travel & Transport The most common British words or British English terms related to cars (or parts of cars), travel and transport generally. artic: n abbr articulated vehicle, usually a large hauling truck or semi. articulated lorry: adj semi truck which is able to b... | Puzzles - Great Britain ... which you don't hear called 'Great' so often these days. 1. What is the only venomous snake in Britain? 2. Built in 1869, which famous British ship was named after a Scottish undergarment? 3. A British TV audience outnumbered a British radio audience for the first time for what special occas... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,992 | How many milk bottles are on Fred Flintstone's step when he puts the cat out | Math Word Problems Book | Subtraction | Multiplication Math Word Problems Book An excellent book for students who struggle with math word problems, covers algebra, geometry, ratio word probs, plus many more Copyright: Attribution Non-Commercial (BY-NC) ® Copyright © 2008 LearningExpress, LLC. All rights reserved unde... | Bingo Number-calling Nicknames 35.. Jump and jive - Flirty wives 36.. Three dozen - Perfect (as in 36-24-36) - Yardstick... he wishes! (USA) 37.. A flea in heaven - More than eleven 38.. Christmas cake 39.. Those famous steps - All the steps - Jack Benny 40.. Two score - Life begins at - Blind 40 - Naughty 40 - Mary (U... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,993 | What title is earned by a Moslem who learns the entire Koran? | Islam 101 Islam 101 Exposing the role that Islamic jihad theology and ideology play in the modern global conflicts Islam 101 producer/director, Islam: What the West Needs to Know — An Examination of Islam, Violence, and the Fate of the Non-Muslim World Avaliable as a PDF document here http://www.jihadwatch.org/islam10... | name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories | fasab Home Posts tagged 'name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories' name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories “Fight Against Stupidity And Bureaucracy” . Welcome to another quiz day on the fasab blog. As usual a random selection of questions, some quite d... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,994 | Cambodia, which over the course of 1841 to 1953 was under the joint suzerainty of Thailand and Vietnam then was a monarchy under the protection of France which included an occupation by Japan, was steered to independence in 1953 by whom? | Cambodia Cambodia REFERENCE Cambodia - Acknowledgments Territories under Angkar control were well organized. Ith Sarin described a five-level hierarchy of Angkar-controlled bodies reaching from the six areas, or phumphaek ( see Glossary ) into which the country was divided down to the hamlet, or phum level. The Angkar ... | Siam Officially Renamed Thailand | History Today Siam Officially Renamed Thailand Richard Cavendish explains how the proposal to change the name of Siam to Thailand was eventually accepted on May 11th, 1949. On July 20th, 1948, the Siamese constituent assembly voted to change the name of Siam to Thailand, the change to... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,995 | Which jockey won the 2003 Epsom Derby on Kris Kin? | Kris Kin: Fallon’s 2003 Epsom Derby win | Turf Talk Kris Kin: Fallon’s 2003 Epsom Derby win Kris Kin: Fallon’s 2003 Epsom Derby win July 5, 2016 Tweet on Twitter AMONG all of Kieren Fallon’s great rides, his explosive performance on Sir Michael Stoute’s Kris Kin in the 2003 Epsom Derby is being hailed as perhaps his mo... | Epsom Derby The Derby Known in racing circles as The Derby Stakes or simply as The Derby in England, The Epsom Derby is the mother of all flat races. Inaugurated in 1780, The Epsom Derby is the most prestigious and popular flat race in the world. Despite being over 220 years old, The Derby is still as famous and as thr... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,996 | """General Sherman"" in California, USA, is the name of what?" | Biggest Tree on Earth HD - The General Sherman Tree.. Sequoia National Park - YouTube Biggest Tree on Earth HD - The General Sherman Tree.. Sequoia National Park 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 availabl... | Red Hot Chili Peppers Sue Showtime Over 'Californication' - MTV mtv Gil Kaufman 11/20/2007 Who didn't see this one coming? The Red Hot Chili Peppers filed a lawsuit on Monday against Showtime Networks over the name of the David Duchovny series "Californication," which also happens to be the name of the band's 1999 albu... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,997 | Derived from Latin, what is the name of the pole used to propel and steer a punt? | Glossary of Latin Words Glossary of Latin Words Found in Records and Other English Manuscripts, But Not Occurring in Classical Authors. abaciscus: a small square tablet. abactor: a cattle lifter, who steals sheep or cattle in herds, not singly. abacus: a calculating board; and hence, arithmetic; a sideboard; a cupboard... | Index-a This Week's Puzzles So You Think You Know Soccer A soccer goal is what dimensions, yards wide and feet high: 8x7; 7x8; 8x8 or 9x8? According to FIFA World Cup rules which flag must be displayed inside each match stadium besides those of FIFA/Fair Play, and the two competing nations? Approximately how many mil... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,998 | Which well known singer is the daughter of the founder of the Simon and Schuster publishing company | Carly Simon - Biography - IMDb Carly Simon Jump to: Overview (2) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (2) | Trivia (29) Overview (2) 5' 10½" (1.79 m) Mini Bio (2) She was raised in the Riverdale section of New York City with two sisters and a brother. Her father, Richard Simon, played Chopin and Beethoven on the piano. She atte... | Amazon.com: Q & A: A Novel (9780743267472): Vikas Swarup: Books Vikas Swarup Page 1 of 1 Start over Sponsored Products are advertisements for products sold by merchants on Amazon.com. When you click on a Sponsored Product ad, you will be taken to an Amazon detail page where you can learn more about the product and purc... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,507,999 | What unusual item of furniture did King Menelik of Abyssinia have for a throne | The Emperor’s electric chair | A Blast From The Past A Blast From The Past / allkindsofhistory The death chair in Auburn prison, c.1890 Many countries have folk-tales that feature foolish kings – monarchs whose vanity causes them to make catastrophic misjudgements or attempt impossible things. Greek mythology offers th... | ATLAS of Plucked Instruments - mandolins mandolins Tube mandolins On this page you find the instruments of the mandolin type, with their much confusing names; therefore I am not sure that all names here are correct. First the historical gut-string mandolinos , starting with the gittern from the Middle Ages, t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,000 | A sapling is a young what? | Sapling | Define Sapling at Dictionary.com sapling 1375-1425; late Middle English; see sap 1, -ling 1 Dictionary.com Unabridged Examples from the Web for sapling Expand Contemporary Examples Obama planted a sapling in the garden of the presidential residence and even quoted a story from the Jewish Talmud. Obama and Net... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,001 | Originally titled Your Radio Playhouse, what long running PBS radio series is hosted by Ira Glass? | Long Runners - TV Tropes Long Runners You need to login to do this. Get Known if you don't have an account Share YMMV Truly Superman is too super to kill (but it took several decades to change his red underpants).note Chronologically from top left: George Reeves in The Adventures of Superman , Christopher Reeve in Supe... | 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 |
1,508,002 | What bridge, between Millers Point and Milsons Point, opened on 19 March 1932? | The Sydney's Harbour Bridge could have had an imposing three-way structure | Daily Mail Online What the Sydney Harbour Bridge could have looked like: Historic bridge design reveals a very bizarre three-way structure Architect and engineer Francis Ernest Stowe submitted the design in July 1922 during tenders for constru... | Robert Peel Robert Peel December 10, 1834 – April 8, 1835 August 30, 1841 – June 29, 1846 Preceded by December 2, 1834 – April 8, 1835 Preceded by Political party Conservative Sir Robert Peel, 2nd Baronet ( 5 February 1788 – 2 July 1850) was the Conservative Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from December 10, 1834... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,003 | The 'Vouli' is the name given to the parliament of which European country? | GREEK PARLIAMENT All Publications THE HELLENIC PARLIAMENT The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament (MPs). In the current composition the Parliament consists of 300 MPs, elected at the last general elections of September 2... | Lindsay Hoyle, deputy speaker and budget star: 'Once a year, it's my day' | Politics | The Guardian House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle, deputy speaker and budget star: 'Once a year, it's my day' Forget the Chancellor, the star of this week's budget was – indisputably – deputy speaker Lindsay Hoyle. So where did this new ba... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,004 | The character Jack Skellington appears in which 1993 Tim Burton film? | The character Jack Skellington appears in which ... - Brainly.com This Is a Certified Answer × Certified answers contain reliable, trustworthy information vouched for by a hand-picked team of experts. Brainly has millions of high quality answers, all of them carefully moderated by our most trusted community members, bu... | 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 |
1,508,005 | "Which English playwright wrote ""Loot""?" | The Penfield Players Presented "Loot" - a Farce The Penfield Players Presented "Loot" - a Farce What is a farce, you might ask? Post to Facebook The Penfield Players Presented "Loot" - a Farce What is a farce, you might ask? Check out this story on DemocratandChronicle.com: http://on.rocne.ws/2ar2NfY CancelSend A link ... | William Shakespeare (Character) - Quotes William Shakespeare (Character) Christopher Marlowe : What is the story? William Shakespeare : Well, there's this pirate. - In truth I have not written a word. Christopher Marlowe : I thought your play was for Burbage. William Shakespeare : This is a different one. Christoph... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,006 | "Who starred in ""Mogambo"", ""Dial M For Murder"", ""Rear Window"" and ""High Society"" before giving up her film career for marriage in 1956?" | Grace Kelly - Biography - IMDb Grace Kelly Biography Showing all 104 items Jump to: Overview (5) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (1) | Trade Mark (2) | Trivia (67) | Personal Quotes (26) | Salary (1) Overview (5) 14 September 1982 , Monaco (injuries from car accident) Birth Name 5' 6½" (1.69 m) Mini Bio (2) Grace Patr... | BBC News | Themes | Goodbyes The BBC's Richard Anthony Baker remembers Frank Sinatra Riding into the sunlight Linda McCartney became a renowned photographer and animal rights activist The death of Linda McCartney also received widespread coverage and the tributes were warm and unstinting in praise of her courage in the... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,007 | What does one call a member of the Society of Jesus? | Welcome to the Society of Jesus in Canada and the United States The Society of Jesus – Serving the Catholic Church for the greater glory of God. Get Involved Click here to sign up for our award-winning enewsletter, learn about upcoming events and participate in our advocacy campaigns. Support Us No matter your connecti... | Christadelphians Christadelphians Christadelphians � Prophesies and Pacifism Christadelphians, a religious sect, was founded by Dr. John Thomas, the son of a British Congregationalist minister. During Thomas� immigration to the United States in 1832, the ship encountered several violent storms. Thomas vowed that he... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,008 | Which singer starred with John Wayne in True Grit | True Grit (1969) - 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 A drunken, hard-nosed U.S. Marshal and a Texas Ranger help a stubborn... | John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar - Apr 07, 1970 - HISTORY.com John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar Share this: John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar Author John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar URL Publisher A+E Networks On this day in 1970, the legendary actor John Wayne wins his first–and only–acting Academy Award, for his star tu... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,009 | "What is the name of the recording studio and record label established by Ray and Dave Davies, members of the British group ""The Kinks""?" | Konk Studios was merged with this page 4.8 ★ · 4 public ratings | Kaiser Chiefs’s Biography — Free listening, videos, concerts, stats and photos at Last.fm Listeners Biography Kaiser Chiefs are a post-britpop band which formed in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England in early 2003. The band consists of Ricky Wilson (vocals), Andrew "Whitey" White (guitar), Simon Rix (bass), Nick "Peanut" ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,010 | Which 'equestrian' received an MBE in November 2007? | Zara Phillips awarded MBE for equestrianism | Horsetalk - International horse news Zara Phillips awarded MBE for equestrianism November 29, 2007 Photo: © Jan Milne World eventing champion Zara Phillips has been awarded an MBE from her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, at Buckingham Palace. Phillips, 26, received the MBE... | Frankie Dettori's Magnificent 7 » Great British Racing Frankie Dettori's Magnificent 7 7 October 2015 Frankie Dettori achieved a near-impossible feat when winning all seven races on the card at Ascot in September 1996, including winning the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Stakes. The cumulative odds of these wins was 25... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,011 | Who played the title role in the UK television series ‘Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman’? | Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (TV Series 1993–1998) - IMDb IMDb Doctor Strange Confirmed to Appear in ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ 7 hours ago 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 wat... | Doctor Who | Wiki | Everipedia You can edit something on the page right now! Register today, it's fast and free. Doctor Who (as of 2015, Steven Moffat and Brian Minchin) Camera setup 25 minutes (1963–84, 1986–89) 45 minutes (1985, 2005–present) Specials: 23 November 1963 (1963-11-23) – 6 December 1989 (1989-12-06) Tele... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,012 | The Frank Loesser musical 'Guys & Dolls' is based on characters created by whom? | Frank Loesser | American composer and lyricist | Britannica.com American composer and lyricist Alternative Title: Frank Henry Loesser Frank Loesser Burt Bacharach Frank Loesser, in full Frank Henry Loesser (born June 29, 1910, New York , N.Y., U.S.—died July 28, 1969, New York City ), American composer, librettist, and... | The Life and Loves of a She-Devil (TV Mini-Series 1986) - IMDb The Life and Loves of a She-Devil 3h 49min Ruth has everything. A large, warty body, a standard house in the suburbs, two whiney children, a dog, a cat and a guinea pig. She also has Bobo, her unfaithful accountant husband who ... See full summary » Stars... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,013 | In Greek mythology who was the wife of Priam and mother of Paris? | Paris | Greek mythology | Britannica.com Greek mythology Zeus Paris, ( Greek: “Defender”) also called Alexandros, in Greek legend , son of King Priam of Troy and his wife, Hecuba . A dream regarding his birth was interpreted as an evil portent, and he was consequently expelled from his family as an infant. Left for... | PENELOPE, Greek Mythology Index Penelope and the Suitors (detail), by John William Waterhouse (1849-1917), English Pre-Raphaelite 1. Or Penelopê, or Pênelopeia, a daughter of Icarius and Periboea of Sparta (Hom. Od. i. 329; Apollod. iii. 10. § 6 ; comp. ICARIUS .) According to Didymus, Penelope was originally called Am... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,014 | What 2002 film, an adaptation of stage musical that explores the themes of 'celebrity' and 'scandal', starred Catherine Zeta-Jones, Rene Zellweger, and Richard Gere? | Film-Film Based on True Story - Page5 | KASKUS 07-08-2008 01:47 Kandahar Kandahar (originally titled Safar-e Ghandehar ("Journey to Kandahar") and, alternatively, The Sun Behind the Moon) is a 2001 film by Iranian director Mohsen Makhmalbaf, set in Afghanistan during the rule of the Taliban. The film is based on a stor... | (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley Songfacts Songfacts This was written by Kal Mann and Bernie Lowe for Elvis Presley's second feature film, Loving You. The song, backed with the film's title track, would top the pop charts the day before the movie's release, where it stayed for seven weeks. The songwriters t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,015 | Which city linked by canal with Rotterdam and Amsterdam, is the seat of the Netherlands government? | Netherlands | history - geography | Britannica.com Netherlands Alternative Titles: Holland, Kingdom of The Netherlands, Koninkrijk der Nederlanden, Nederland Netherlands National anthem of the Netherlands Official name Koninkrijk der Nederlanden (Kingdom of the Netherlands) Form of government constitutional monarchy wi... | Port of Spain, capital city of Trinidad and Tobago All... Port of Spain, capital city of Trinidad and Tobago Port of Spain is the cultural and political heart of Trinidad and Tobago, stretching from the foothills of the Northern Range to the shores of the Gulf of Paria. Once a muddy little seaport, the city has grown t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,016 | The Boeing Superfortress B-'what'-type of American aircraft that dropped atom bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945? | Boeing B-29 Superfortress - Dropped the Atomic Bomb on Japan Tail #2-24638 identifies this as a Block B-29-40-BW, probably assigned to 497th, 498th, or 497th BG. B-29s in flight over desert group of people by B-29 Superfortress, mountains in background Boeing B-29 Superfortress 3,895 planes produced, entered service 19... | Characters by Series - The World of Supermarionation The World of Supermarionation Merchandise The Characters This here is only the first page of the characters, it has to be seperated due to length. Page 2 | Page 3 This list is currently incomplete due to lack of information i've been able to find on certain charact... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,017 | "Which artist, born in Leeuwarden in 1898, is famous for his optical illusions such as ""Ascending And Descending"", ""Convex and Concave"", and ""Metamorphosis I""?" | 1000+ images about M. C, Escher (1898-1972) on Pinterest | Mc escher, Optical illusion art and Wood engraving Pinterest • The world’s catalog of ideas M. C, Escher (1898-1972) Maurits Cornelis Escher, (1898-1972) usually referred to as M. C. Escher, was a Dutch graphic artist. He is known for his often mathematically i... | Level 3 - General Knowledge 1000, - Memrise General Knowledge 1000 Ready to learn Ready to review Ignore words Check the boxes below to ignore/unignore words, then click save at the bottom. Ignored words will never appear in any learning session. Who wrote the Opera Madam Butterfly India What links - Goa - Ke... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,018 | According to the Old Testament, which place is the source of the river that divides into four other rivers - the Pishon, Gihon, Tigris and Euphrates? | The Rivers of the Garden of Eden The Lost Rivers of the Garden of Eden The quest for pinpointing the exact location of the Biblical Garden of Eden and the four rivers almost rivals the quest for the location of fabled Atlantis. And the theories that abound are almost as numerous as the interpretations of the seven days... | Destruction Of Nineveh | Assyrian Empire | Bible Prophecy The Destruction Of Nineveh by David Padfield The city of Nineveh, the ancient capital of the Assyrian Empire, was destroyed in 612 B.C. The fall of that great city was not a matter of chance, but rather a fulfillment of Bible prophecy. Nineveh was established by... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,019 | In which year was the Channel Tunnel opened? | BBC ON THIS DAY | 6 | 1994: President and Queen open Chunnel About This Site | Text Only 1994: President and Queen open Chunnel The Queen and France's President Francois Mitterrand have formally opened the Channel Tunnel during two elaborate ceremonies in France and Britain. After travelling through the tunnel, which t... | London Visitor's Guide - The Millennium Bridge The Millennium Bridge The Millennium Bridge - Description: The Millennium Bridge is a steel suspension footbridge over the River Thames between Bankside and the City of London. It lies between Southwark Bridge to the east and Blackfriars Railway Bridge to the west and is a... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,020 | Which patron saint was believed to have lived on locusts and honey? | School - Patron School Patron - ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST The Patron of the school ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST was the son of Zechariah and Elizabeth. His parents belonged to a priestly family; they both lived good lives in God's sight and obeyed fully all the Lord's laws and commands. They had no children, because Elizabeth cou... | Accounting's Patron Saint | AccountingWEB Accounting's Patron Saint Advertisement "The patron saint of accountants, bankers, bookkeepers, security guards and tax collectors is Saint Matthew of Apostle fame, and he also was the author of one of the Gospels. Before becoming an Apostle, however, he started out as a Jewish... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,021 | Which of the Brontë sisters wrote The Tenant of Wildfell Hall in 1848? | The Tenant of Wildfell Hall: Reimagined - Julia - Wattpad The Tenant of Wildfell Hall: Reimagined 260 Reads 1 Vote 8 Part Story Read New Reading List *SPOILER ALERT* This fan fiction short story plays with Anne Brontë's second novel, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (1848). Anne is the youngest of the Brontë sisters, and wr... | The Novels of Anne Brontë The Novels of Anne Brontë Literary Critiques Anne had firmly launched her literary career with two novels before it came to an abrupt end with her early death in the summer of 1849: Agnes Grey (1847) ( a brief account ) This was published jointly with Emily's Wuthering Heights. T... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,022 | Who at July 2003 is the 'Shadow' Secretary of State for Health? | Who is Liam Fox? Meet the new Secretary of State for International Trade Who is Liam Fox? Meet the new Secretary of State for International Trade Liam Fox MP Here we look at who have been given jobs in Theresa May's new Cabinet . Liam Fox MP for Woodspring from 1992 to 2010 which then became North Somerset in 2010. New... | BBC News - Ed Miliband's shadow cabinet and ministerial teams Ed Miliband's shadow cabinet and ministerial teams Click on the faces for profiles Here are details of Ed Miliband's ministerial team following his October 2013 reshuffle. This page is no longer being updated. For latest, click here . ED MILIBAND - LABOUR LE... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,023 | In 1968 Gary Sobers was the first cricketer to hit six sixes in an over. Who was the bowler? | Video: When Sir Garry Sobers created history by hitting six sixes in an over First class cricket Video: When Sir Garry Sobers created history by hitting six sixes in an over On 31st August 1968, Sir Garry Sobers became the first cricketer to hit six sixes in an over in first class cricket. Video 31 Aug 2014, 15:56 IST ... | Jos Buttler | England Cricket | Cricket Players and Officials | ESPN Cricinfo ODI # 3791 Profile Jos Buttler has helped bring England's limited-overs batting into the 21st century. His impact on the one-day and T20 sides has been extraordinary and, as of early 2016, he had England's three fastest one-day hundreds to hi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,024 | Perak and Perlis are both states of which South East Asian country? | About Malaysia do you know how many states there are? 15. Selangor 16. Terengganu It also shares land borders with Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and maritime borders with Vietnam and the Philippines. There are three main destinations in Malaysia, they are Peninsula Malaysia , Sabah and Sarawak which are both i... | Strait of Johore | Infopedia Strait of Johore The road was named after Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Macpherson (b. 14 June 1817 - d. 6 December 1869), Lieutenant Governor ... ~ Location Map ~ ~ Related Pictures ~ Strait of Johor, or Johor Straits, is a waterway or strait, located north of Singapore, dividing mainland Pe... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,025 | What are the 'Society of Friends' commonly called? | Society of Friends - Quakers Society of Friends - Quakers General Information The Society of Friends, commonly called Quakers, is a body of Christians that originated in 17th century England under George Fox. In 1988 the society had 200,260 members, with heavy concentrations in the United States (109,000), East Africa ... | STAGEDOORArticles07/08 - Scottish Music Hall & Variety Theatre Society Scottish Music Hall & Variety Theatre Society Issue 81, July 2008 - Francie and Josie By Muriel Marshall "Francie and Josie" By Muriel Marshall. Once upon a time, during the glory days of Glasgow�s Alhambra Theatre, a young comic called Jimmy Loga... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,026 | Which ancient European period came before the Iron Age? | Iron Age - Ancient History, Civilizations World Map / World Ancient History / Iron Age Iron Age Iron Age is the period marked by the use of iron implements, tools, and weapons. Archeologists consider the Iron Age the period that immediately follows the Bronze Age. The Iron Age is the third era in archeologist Christian... | From the Romans to the Middle Ages - History of Vienna From the Roman Military Camp to the End of the First Millenary - History of Vienna Military camp Roman Vindobona Like many other cities of Continental Europe, Vienna originated in ancient Roman times. In the first century AD , the Romans set up a military camp, cal... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,027 | Who produced the 1983 hit record Relax, by Frankie Goes To Hollywood? | Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Relax (Maxi Extended Rework When U Wanna Come Edit) [1983 HQ] - YouTube Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Relax (Maxi Extended Rework When U Wanna Come Edit) [1983 HQ] Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropria... | The Only #1 Song Recorded by a Father and Daughter - Neatorama Neatorama • 4 Neatorama presents a guest post from actor, comedian, and voiceover artist Eddie Deezen . Visit Eddie at his website . The #1 song on the very first singles chart published by Billboard magazine was "I'll Never Smile Again" by the Tommy Dorsey... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,028 | In 1924, what did Grantland Rice collectively call Harry Stuhldreher, Don Miller, Jim Crowley and Elmer Layden, the name now a part of American sports lore? | Uncle Mike's Musings: A Yankees Blog and More: October 18, 1924: The Four Horsemen and the Galloping Ghost This is mostly about sports, and then mostly about baseball. It will favor the New York Yankees, the New Jersey Devils, Rutgers University football, and the London soccer club Arsenal. You got a problem with that?... | Soc unit 6 part 4 politics Flashcards - Course Hero Definitions Ulysses S. Grant U.S. president 1873-1877; military hero of the Civil War; led a corrupt administration consisting of friends and relatives Whiskey Ring During the Grant administration, a group of officials were importing whiskey and using their offices to... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,029 | Which late actor narrated the British children’s television programme ‘Willo the Wisp’? | Willo the Wisp (TV Series 1981– ) - IMDb IMDb Community LATEST HEADLINES 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 A series of 5 minute cart... | Amazon.com: Wallace & Gromit - The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (Full Screen Edition): Peter Sallis, Helena Bonham Carter, Ralph Fiennes, Peter Kay, Nicholas Smith, Liz Smith, John Thomson, Mark Gatiss, Vincent Ebrahim, Geraldine McEwan, Edward Kelsey, Dicken Ashworth, Nick Park, Steve Box, Carla Shelley, Bob Baker, Mark B... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,030 | Ferenc Gyurcsany resigned as prime minister of which country in March 2009? | Ferenc Gyurcsány, Prime minister • Biography & Facts Ferenc Gyurcsány Prime minister Ferenc Gyurcsány (Hungarian pronunciation: [ˈfɛrɛnts ˈɟurtʃaːɲ] (13px ); born 4 June 1961) is a Hungarian politician. He was the sixth Prime Minister of Hungary from 2004 to 2009.He was nominated to take that position on 25 August 2004... | Yulia Tymoshenko - Women's Political Communication Archives Yulia Tymoshenko Yulia Tymoshenko Yulia Volodymyrivna Tymoshenko served as the prime minister of Ukraine twice: January to September 2005 and again from December 2007 until March 2010. Tymoshenko was Ukraine’s first female prime minister. Tymoshenko was born... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,031 | Despite its name it is square and contains the arena for boxing contests, what is it called? | History of Mexico - Mexico - HISTORY.com History of Mexico A+E Networks Introduction A country rich in history, tradition and culture, Mexico is made up of 31 states and one federal district. It is the third largest country in Latin America and has one of the largest populations—more than 100 million—making it the home... | TRIVIA - SPORTS TRIVIA - SPORTS TRIVIA HOME ` Fun sports trivia questions and answers - Ty Cobb, the Olympics, little league baseball, Boxing, Tennis, Cross Country Bike Racing What is the distance between bases on a little league baseball field? 60 feet. What college once had 22 members of the Phi Beta Kappa honor soc... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,032 | In humans, emesis is more commonly known as what? | The Glossary of Common Viruses A Step by Step Guide for Starting Your Career as a Medical Coder The Glossary of Common Viruses A Astrovirus – Infection with this virus causes gastroenteritis in people, both children and adults. The infection is typically not severe but may sometimes lead to dehydration. C Chickenpox – ... | ��ࡱ� | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,033 | What was first created in 1890 and then credited to Arthur Wynne in 1913 and is now seen everywhere? | American Baking Down the Decades, 1910-1919 - Flourish - King Arthur Flour recipe: Mallow Bars The King Arthur Flour Company marks its 225th anniversary this year. And we’re celebrating by exploring some of America’s favorite recipes, decade by decade, starting in 1900. Join us on this fascinating stroll through Americ... | Who was the first woman to win an Academy Award Janet Gaynor - IT - 402 View Full Document Who was the first woman to win an Academy Award Janet Gaynor 1929 96 Where do they speak Malagasy Madagascar 97 What is a mud puppy American Salamander 98 You can ski on the piste but what other sport uses the term Fencing where ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,034 | The flag of Cambodia features a depiction of which temple complex? | Cambodia Flags Cambodia Flags Cambodia Flags The Cambodia flag reflects the spirit of its people with a depiction of Ankor Wat at its center. Cambodia Flags are fashioned with strong but lightweight nylon that dries quickly and flies beautifully in the slightest breeze. Flags are available in three varieties which inc... | Collection | Artists | The Scapegoat | The Pre-Raphaelite Gallery William Holman Hunt (1827 - 1910) The Scapegoat (1854-6) is a painting by William Holman Hunt which depicts the "scapegoat" described in the Book of Leviticus. On the Day of Atonement, a goat would have its horns wrapped with a red cloth - representing ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,035 | What name did the alchemists give to the hypothetical substance that would convert all base metals into gold? | Alchemy - definition of alchemy by The Free Dictionary Alchemy - definition of alchemy by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/alchemy (ăl′kə-mē) n. 1. A medieval chemical philosophy having as its asserted aims the transmutation of base metals into gold, the discovery of the panacea, and the preparatio... | General Knowledge Quiz - By Zarbo84 The fictional character John Clayton is better known by what name? La Paz is the administrative capital of which South American country? Actor Charles Buchinsky was better known by what name? The medical condition ‘aphonia’ is the inability to do what? In Greek mythology, Pygmalion w... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,036 | In the 2008 Olympics, Mark Hunter won a gold medal in which sport? | Olympics 2008: Great Britain's 27 gold medal-winning Olympians reveal their hopes and dreams for the year ahead | Sport | The Guardian 'In 2009 I am determined to moisturise more' Great Britain's 27 gold medal-winning Olympians reveal their hopes and dreams for the year ahead Bradley Wiggins says he is not one for New ... | Jeopardy: Insatiable Edition Jeopardy Template 100 What is the USA (Complementing Great Britain that won a gold at every Summer Games.) Think outside Scandinavia. What is the only country that won a gold medal at every Winter Olympics? 100 What is 'Gone with the Wind'? Scarlett O'Hara Hamilton Kennedy Butler was the ma... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,037 | Who starred in the title role in the 1968 Film The Boston Strangler? | The Boston Strangler (1968) - 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 A series of brutal murders in Boston sparks a seemingly en... | Murder She Said Reviews & Ratings - IMDb IMDb 36 out of 37 people found the following review useful: "They don't make them like that anymore!" from Poole, Dorset 14 October 2003 An elderly spinster called Miss Marple witnesses a man strangling a woman on a passing train. When nobody believes her she investigates the cr... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,038 | Which 18th Century author wrote ‘Clarissa’ (or ‘The History of a Young Lady), said to be the longest novel in the English language? | Clarissa Harlowe or the History of a Young Lady, the longest novel in the English language, all 9 volumes in a single file by Samuel Richardson on iBooks This book is available for download with iBooks on your Mac or iOS device, and with iTunes on your computer. Books can be read with iBooks on your Mac or iOS device. ... | Music at Torrey Pines High School - StudyBlue StudyBlue Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun (Achille-)Claude Debussy The Carnival of the Animals (Charles-)Camille Saint-Saëns The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra (Edward) Benjamin Britten Mass in Time of War (Franz) Joseph Haydn Symphony No. 104 in D major, “London”... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,039 | "How many leagues did Captain Nemo travel ""under the sea""?" | 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Captain Nemo > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game | Big Fish Only $2.99 - use coupon NEW299 Customer Reviews 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Captain Nemo 2.4 5 24 24 Tells the story as Verne wrote it, and holds your attention I know that it is a bit clunky, and that the translation suffers... | gebze 101 Jeopardy Template Which creature was a threat to holiday makers in Jaws? 100 How many legs has a spider got? 100 Who painted the Mona Lisa? 100 In which city is Hollywood? 100 What is Turkish delight Invented by Haci Bekir Effendi at his Istanbul shop in 1777 what is the globally consumed 'lokum' more famousl... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,040 | Which Italian design company, best known for its jeans, was founded by Renzo Rosso in Molvena in 1978? | Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Sunday, May 31, 2009 Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Diesel S.p.A. is an Italian design company. It is best known for clothing a... | Swedish fashion – from catwalk to sidewalk | sweden.se Home / Culture & traditions / Swedish fashion – from catwalk to sidewalk Swedish fashion – from catwalk to sidewalk ‘Less is more’ accurately describes much of Swedish fashion. There’s a fondness for discreet colours and a pared-down, refined look. As with so many ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,041 | 'An Unearthly Child' was the first episode of which TV series? | "Doctor Who" An Unearthly Child (TV Episode 1963) - 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 Two schoolteachers investigate the p... | 1. If Mercury is 1, and Venus is 2, what is 6? - Jade Wright - Liverpool Echo 1. If Mercury is 1, and Venus is 2, what is 6? 2. If William Hartnell is 1, and Patrick Troughton is 2, who is 4? Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe Could not subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email 2. If William Hart... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,042 | In which country do the Ibo people live? | Igbo - Introduction, Location, Language, Folklore, Religion, Major holidays, Rites of passage Igbo LANGUAGE: Igbo (Kwa subfamily of the Niger-Congo language family) RELIGION: Tribal religion 1 • INTRODUCTION The Igbo are the second largest group of people living in southern Nigeria. They are socially and culturally... | Adnan & Hiva IPI Calls for Release of Journalists Being Used as ‘Political Hostages’ in Iran, North Korea 20 April 2009 Iran and North Korea should immediately free journalists who are being used as apparent political hostages in their wider diplomatic disputes with the United States, the International Press Institute ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,043 | The English classic horse race The Derby in run at which race course? | Harzand remains on course for the Irish Derby after latest workout | Sport | The Guardian Harzand remains on course for the Irish Derby after latest workout • Dermot Weld says English Classic hero will head for The Curragh • Trainer reports colt well since losing a shoe before Epsom race Pat Smullen celebrates victory ... | Cheltenham Horse Racing at Prestbury Park The Local Time is Friday, 20-Jan-2017 12:05:31 GMT Cheltenham Horse Racing at Prestbury Park CORPORATE ADVERTISERS This advertisement is being seen at least 4000 times per day by people wanting accommodation, tours, and Cotswolds information. Don't miss o... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,044 | Which film director was Anthony Quinn's father-in-law? | Anthony Quinn - Biography - IMDb Anthony Quinn Biography Showing all 64 items Jump to: Overview (5) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (3) | Trade Mark (1) | Trivia (33) | Personal Quotes (20) Overview (5) 3 June 2001 , Boston, Massachusetts, USA (pneumonia and respiratory failure due to complications from throat cancer) ... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,045 | In the Iliad, which Greek hero killed the Trojan leader Hector? | Heroes in the Trojan War Achilles Achilles (Άχιλλεύς) was the son of Peleus and the Nereïd Thetis. Ligyron was the name given to Achilles at birth. While still an infant, Thetis tried to make her son immortal. One account says that she anointed Achilles in ambrosia before laying him in a fire, burning away the mortal... | Myth of the legendary Odysseus - Greeka.com Discover the myth of Odysseus Odysseus, a legendary man According to Homer, Laertes and Anticleia were the parents of Odysseus. He was married to Penelope and they gave birth to a son, Telemachus. Odysseus was often called "Odysseus the Cunning" because of his clever and quic... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,046 | "What is the English translation of the title of Mozart's opera ""Die Zauberflte""?" | Facts about Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte" (The Magic Flute) Updated November 15, 2015. Die Zauberflöte Fact 1: Die Zauberflöte was written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1791. The opera's libretto was written by Emanuel Schikaneder, a well-rounded man of theatre who was a highly regarded producer, actor, singer, and compo... | The Occult History of the Third Reich: Parsifal 'Erlösung dem Erlöser' Parsifal is an opera in three acts by Richard Wagner. It is loosely based on Wolfram von Eschenbach's Parzival, the 13th century epic poem of the Arthurian knight Parzival (Percival) and his quest for the Holy Grail, and on Chrétien de Troyes' Perce... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,047 | In which month is St George's Day? | St. George's Day in United Kingdom Home Calendar Holidays United Kingdom St. George's Day St. George's Day in United Kingdom St George's Day in England remembers St George, England's patron saint. The anniversary of his death, which is on April 23, is seen as England's national day. According to legend, he was ... | 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 |
1,508,048 | On which river does the Suffolk town of Dedham stand? | Dedham | Village | Dedham|Essex Village CO7 6DE Details Set by the River Stour, Dedham is in the heart of Constable Country. It was here that Britain's greatest landscape artist went to school. The attractive main street is lined with Georgian-fronted houses, old inns and a large art/crafts centre. The magnificent 15th... | Dewsbury Rams : definition of Dewsbury Rams and synonyms of Dewsbury Rams (English) Dewsbury Athletic and Football Club This section needs additional citations for verification . (September 2011) The idea of establishing a rugby football club in Dewsbury originated among a few friends at a meeting at the Little Saddl... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,049 | Which English author’s novels are set in the imaginary county of Barsetshire? | Anthony Trollope | British author | Britannica.com Anthony Trollope Jane Austen Anthony Trollope, (born April 24, 1815, London , Eng.—died Dec. 6, 1882, London), English novelist whose popular success concealed until long after his death the nature and extent of his literary merit. A series of books set in the imaginar... | The Constable books - the Heartbeat stories (2011). Many other Constable books filled in the narrative between those two events. One of their many admirers was the Head of Drama at Yorkshire Television, and this led to the sale of the television rights to what eventually became Heartbeat . The early series not only use... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,050 | What radio station do you find at 950 on your local AM dial? | Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR - Home of the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl 51 Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR - Home of the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl 51 Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR - Home of the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl 51 | OTR Archives - Old Time Radio Network by oldtimeradio Jim Eldridge Parsley Sidings was a BBC Radio sitcom created by Jim Eldridge. It starred Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender (who were also starring in the television wartime sitcom Dad’s Army at that time), together with Kenneth Connor from the Carry On films. The scripts ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,051 | The Library Mob was to be the title for which long running B.B.C. comedy series | The Very Last of the Summer Wine - BBC News BBC News The Very Last of the Summer Wine By James Alexander BBC News 27 August 2010 Close share panel Media captionGreengrocer Andrew Bray gives a tour around Holmfirth The world's longest-running sitcom, Last of the Summer Wine, comes to an end this weekend. In the Yorkshir... | Monty Python's Flying Circus, Series 3 - TV Shows - TV SHOWS - Monty Python's Flying Circus, Series 3 "Monty Python's Flying Circus, Series 3" Director/Producer: Ian MacNaughton Broadcast on BBC1 In December 1971 the Pythons began recording their third BBC series, pushing themselves with more creative narrative develop... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,052 | Two Rugby League clubs play home games at a ground with the same name, Craven Park - Hull Kingston Rovers and which other team? | Featherstone Rovers : definition of Featherstone Rovers and synonyms of Featherstone Rovers (English) Current season Featherstone Rovers are a semi-professional rugby league club, based in Featherstone , West Yorkshire , England. They currently play in the Championship . The Rovers are one of the last vestiges of "smal... | A Stroll Through The Eccentric Names Of Scottish Football Teams. – A Son of the Rock -- Jack Deighton A Stroll Through The Eccentric Names Of Scottish Football Teams. Posted in Football , Names at 14:00 on 30 September 2009 Last week I watched a TV programme fronted by Jonathan Meades which was an annotated travelogue ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,053 | Born in Cork in Ireland on July 26th 1927 what was the more famous name of the TV entertainer Daniel Patrick Carroll? | Cork-born Danny La Rue dies at 81 Cork-born Danny La Rue dies at 81 Tue, Jun 2, 2009, 01:00 TRIBUTES WERE last night paid to Cork-born entertainer and female impersonator Danny La Rue who passed away at his home in Kent on Sunday night at the age of 81 following a short illness. La Rue, whose real name was Daniel P... | Ireland mourns comic talent as 'Father Ted' actor dies, aged 45 | The Independent Ireland mourns comic talent as 'Father Ted' actor dies, aged 45 Monday 2 March 1998 00:02 BST Click to follow The Independent Culture THE Irish comedian and actor Dermot Morgan who died at the weekend was best-known in Britain for his p... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,054 | The geographic region of Patagonia is situated between which two South American countries ? | South America: Physical Geography - National Geographic Society South America: Physical Geography South America is a continent of extremes. It is home to the world's largest river (the Amazon) as well as the world's driest place (the Atacama Desert). Map by the National Geographic Society Largest Urban Area Sao Paulo, ... | Where the two oceans Where the two oceans Tweet on Twitter 18 December 2007 South Africa’s Cape coast attracts thousands of local and international tourists each year to witness the Indian and Atlantic oceans splashing together – or so they believe. Cape Point, an hour’s drive from Cape Town, cashes in on the visitors ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,055 | By what name is the tree Fagus sylvatica more commonly known? | ToxicFree Foundation Fagus Sylvatica What is it? Fagus sylvatica is a species of tree in the Fagaceae, or beech, family. It is native to forests in central and southern Europe, but has been introduced elsewhere. This tree has been used in traditional herbal medicine as an antiseptic and expectorant to treat many health... | Learn and talk about Dave Swarbrick, Alumni of Birmingham Institute of Art and Design, British folk rock musicians, Electric folk musicians, English fiddlers "Sloth" from Full House (1970) David Cyril Eric Swarbrick (5 April 1941 – 3 June 2016) was an English folk musician and singer-songwriter. He has been described b... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,056 | What is the fruit of the plant ananas comosus? | Ananas comosus – Pineapple – Hawaiian Plants and Tropical Flowers Synonyms: Ananas ananas, Bromelia ananas, B. comosa Common Name: Pineapple Duration: Perennial Growth Habit: Herb/Forb Hawaii Native Status: Cultivated. This commercial food plant is native to Brazil. It was brought here to Hawaii in the early 1800s. Flo... | 1511st (2) by Mike Hall (page 23) - issuu issuu IN THE KNOW INTERACTIVE Trivia Quiz If you think you’ve got what it takes to beat our monthly brain buster, take our quiz and prove your intellectual talents! 1 What code name was given to Nazi Germany's plan to invade Britain during the Second World War? 11 12 Which coun... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,057 | In heraldry what is the name for the colour black? | Colors of Heraldry - Knowledge Base, HouseofNames.com Colors of Heraldry Gules (Red) Red, with the former name of Belic, is the military colour for excellence and fortitude. Red corresponds to the metal copper and is denoted in engravings by numerous perpendicular lines. It also represents fire and summer. Ancient laws... | Fictitious and Symbolic Creatures in Art, by John Vinycomb search engine by freefind Project Gutenberg's Fictitious & Symbolic Creatures in Art, by John Vinycomb This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,058 | Mary of Modena was the second wife of which of our monarchs? | Mary of Modena: Biography on Undiscovered Scotland Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, Where Mary Lived with James in the Years Around 1680 Mary of Modena lived from 5 October 1658 to 7 May 1718. Also known as Queen Mary of England, Scotland and Ireland she became the second wife and Queen Consort of James VII/... | Royal Russia - 300th Anniversary of the Romanov Dynasty 1913 ||| VISIT OUR ROMANOV BOOKSHOP ||| RETURN TO WELCOME TO ROYAL RUSSIA ||| Tercentenary of the Accession of the House of Romanov (1913). This film was released to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Romanov rule in Russia, and is said to have had the blessing ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,059 | Which actress of the early screen days was known as 'America's Sweetheart? | America's Sweetheart | Uncyclopedia | Fandom powered by Wikia edit Mary Pickford The original "America's sweetheart" was Canadian actress Mary Pickford. As a child, Mary specialized in silent pictures to promote the adage "children should be seen and not heard." By 1914, she had become an international phenomenon: not ... | Sex in Cinema: 1984 Greatest and Most Influential Erotic / Sexual Films and Scenes Movie Title/Year and Film/Scene Description Screenshots Angel (1984) Writer-director Robert Vincent O'Neill's film was a wildly-successful New World Pictures' production raking in $23 million - the first in a series of trashy s... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,060 | What name is given to the carved seashells or whalebone fashioned by sailors? | Overview of Scrimshaw – The Whalers’ Art | New Bedford Whaling Museum Blog New Bedford Whaling Museum Blog The Whalers’ Art Definition and Etymology: These days, “scrimshaw” is taken to refer to all kinds of carving and engraving on ivory, bone, sea shells, antler, and cow horn. Howe... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,061 | A group of which birds is known as a ‘Watch’? | Group Names for Birds Group Names for Birds: A Partial List By Terry Ross A bevy of quail A bouquet of pheasants [when flushed] A brood of hens A building of rooks A cast of hawks [or falcons] A charm of finches A colony of penguins A company of parrots A congregation of plovers A cover of coots A covey of partridges [... | 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 |
1,508,062 | Basiphobia is the morbid fear of doing what? | Basiphobia | definition of basiphobia by Medical dictionary Basiphobia | definition of basiphobia by Medical dictionary http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/basiphobia Related to basiphobia: basophobia , stasibasiphobia bas·i·pho·bi·a (bās'i-fō'bē-ă), [G. basis, a stepping, + phobos, fear] basiphobia Morbid ... | 50 Interesting Facts | IAS 50 Interesting Facts Hypermetropic people are what : Long Sighted Which leader lives in the Potola : Dalai Lama What wood was the cross supposed to be made of : Mistletoe Joseph Levitch became famous as who : Jerry Lewis If you planted a bandarilla what are you doing : Bullfighting What was t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,063 | Who composed the opera Otello? | Otello: Synopsis Lodivico, Bass, Ambassador of the Venetian republic Soldiers and sailors from Venice and the people of Cyprus. The Opera takes place at the end of the Fifteenth Century. It occurs in a seaport in Cyprus. Act I a seaport in Cyprus. It is night and a storm rages. The Cypriots are gathered at the harbor a... | Music at Torrey Pines High School - StudyBlue StudyBlue Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun (Achille-)Claude Debussy The Carnival of the Animals (Charles-)Camille Saint-Saëns The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra (Edward) Benjamin Britten Mass in Time of War (Franz) Joseph Haydn Symphony No. 104 in D major, “London”... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,064 | The Crystal Palace was re-erected on which hill in South London after the Great Exhibition of 1851? | The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, 1851 | Archexpo The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, 1851 « Tourism and Culture Historical background The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of all Nations in 1851 was the first universal exhibition. It took place from May 1 to October 15, 1851 in London. The official o... | London Olympic venues Sports - Athletics, opening and closing ceremonies. VeloPark Sports - Cycling Track, Cycling BMX London Olympic Venues Earls Court is in West London Sport: Volleyball About Earls Court - From exhibitions and conferences to live music, Earls Court holds hundreds of events each year attended b... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,065 | What Is the title of Somerset Maugham's book that is based on the life of Paul Gauguin? | The Moon and Sixpence by Maugham, W Somerset Reviews (0) The Moon and Sixpence is a 1919 short novel by William Somerset Maugham based on the life of the painter Paul Gauguin. The story is told in episodic form by the first-person narrator as a series of glimpses into the mind and soul of the central character, Charles... | Mark Haddon (Author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time) edit data Mark Haddon is a British novelist and poet, best known for his 2003 novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. He was educated at Uppingham School and Merton College, Oxford, where he studied English. In 2003, Haddon won t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,066 | On the shores of which lake does the town of Lucerne stand? | What does LAKE LUCERNE stand for? Term » Abbr. Word in Term We've got 0 definitions for LAKE LUCERNE » What does LAKE LUCERNE stand for? What does LAKE LUCERNE mean? This page is about the various possible meanings of the acronym, abbreviation, shorthand or slang term: LAKE LUCERNE. We couldn't find any results for you... | Aare River | river, Switzerland | Britannica.com river, Switzerland Seine River Aare River, also spelled Aar, tributary of the Rhine and the longest stream (183 miles [295 km]) entirely within Switzerland; it drains an area of 6,865 square miles (17,779 square km). The river rises in the Aare Glacier of the Bernese Alp... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,067 | The Horned Toad is not a toad. To which family of creatures does it belong? | Horned Toads (Short-Horned Lizards), Horned Toad (Short-Horned Lizard) Pictures, Horned Toad (Short-Horned Lizard) Facts - National Geographic Size relative to a tea cup Please add a "relative" entry to your dictionary. The short-horned lizard is often referred to as a “horned toad” or “horny toad” because its squat, f... | 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 |
1,508,068 | Which Briton won theNobel Prize for Literature in 2001? | Nobel Prize for Literature 2001 - Press Release Press Release The Nobel Prize in Literature 2001 V. S. Naipaul The Nobel Prize in Literature 2001 V. S. Naipaul The Nobel Prize in Literature for 2001 is awarded to the British writer, born in Trinidad, V. S. Naipaul “for having united perceptive narrative and incorrupt... | The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 Harold Pinter The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 Photo: U. Montan Harold Pinter Prize share: 1/1 The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 was awarded to Harold Pinter "who in his plays uncovers the precipice under everyday prattle and forces entry into opp... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,069 | As of March 28, 1930, the city formerly known as Byzantium and then Constantinople became what known as what? | Istanbul, Not Constantinople — A City by Any Other Name | Graybit 0 September 5, 2013 Istanbul, Not Constantinople — A City by Any Other Name From Byzantium to Constantinople, the city of Istanbul has had more names than Sean Combs/Puff Daddy/P. Diddy! The city has changed names so many times for a number of reasons, w... | Christmas Day, Rome, 800 AD – If It Happened Yesterday, It's History • ( 8 ) In the great basilica of St. Peter’s, Rome, Pope Leo III celebrated mass. It was meant to be like any other Christmas mass that celebrated the birth of Christ, except on this particular glorious day, an additional ceremony was performed. Pope ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,070 | What original 1960s surfer's slang expression of thrill or delight was popularized by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles children's cartoon? | BBeM: Item List Item List 1 member comment Trivia questions After the Lone Ranger saved the day and rode off into the sunset, the grateful citizens would ask, "Who was that masked man?" Invariably, someone would answer, "I don't know, but he left this behind." What did he leave behind? When The Be... | WORDS, PHRASES or SAYINGS - Origins, Meanings by Brownielocks. The first teensy weensy swimsuit known as the "bikini" went on sale in 1947. But how did it get its name? The male reaction to this was often described to be like an atomic bomb. Since a year prior, 1946, the Marshall Islands were used fo... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,071 | Whose official residence is Number One Observatory Circle? | Number One Observatory Circle - 必应 Sign in Number One Observatory Circle The Number One Observatory Circle is the official residence of the Vice President of the United States. Located on the northeast grounds of the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C., the house was built in 1893 for its superintendent. The Chi... | 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 |
1,508,072 | Helen of Troy was originally the Queen of which Greek state? | Helen | Greek mythology | Britannica.com Greek mythology Alternative Titles: Helen of Troy, Helene Related Topics Aphrodite Helen, Greek Helene, in Greek legend , the most beautiful woman of Greece and the indirect cause of the Trojan War . She was daughter of Zeus , either by Leda or by Nemesis , and sister of the Dio... | Odysseus Odysseus by James Hunter Odysseus (called Ulysses in Latin) was the son of Laertes and was the ruler of the island kingdom of Ithaca. He was one of the most prominent Greek leaders in the Trojan War, and was the hero of Homer's Odyssey. He was known for his cleverness and cunning, and for his eloquence as a sp... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,073 | Whose birth certificate became an obsession for conspiracy theorists? | All In Segment On Trump’s “Obsession” With Conspiracy Theories And How It Can “Inform The Policy” E.g., 01/19/2017 Search All In Segment On Trump’s “Obsession” With Conspiracy Theories And How It Can “Inform The Policy” Benjy Sarlin: "If You Can Find A Conspiracy Theory Behind Something, He'll Just Leap To It" From the... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,508,074 | Which sprinter lit the Olympic flame at the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in Australia? | Sydney Olympic Games, 2000 | australia.gov.au Sydney Olympic Games, 2000 The exceptionally well-organised Sydney Games were a true celebration of Olympic values and sporting excellence. Olympic Committee The Sydney Olympic Games were held from 15 September to 1 October 2000. Sydney was awarded the right to host the 200... | The Olympic flame - Taxi Athens Greece The Olympic flame The Olympic flame is a symbol of the Olympic Games. Commemorating the theft of fire from the Greek god Zeus by Prometheus, its origins lie in ancient Greece, where a fire was kept burning throughout the celebration of theancient Olympics. The fire was introdu... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
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