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1,509,075 | Which artist painted the 'Man in a Red Turban'? | Portrait of a Man in a Red Turban, Jan Van Eyck: Analysis, Interpretation How to Appreciate Paintings . Analysis of Portrait of a Man by Jan van Eyck This famous Flemish painting , known officially as Portrait of a Man, but commonly referred to as Man in a Red Turban, or Portrait of a Man in a Red Turba... | Ceci n’est pas une pipe | museum-exhibitions.com by Paula Terán New York, from 28. September 2013 to 12 January 2014 René Magritte (1898-1967) is probably the most famous Belgian artist of the 20th century, whose works have been massively used, adapted or imitated in advertisements, posters, albums or book covers, deco... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,076 | Who was the first woman to reach the summit of Mt. Everest? | The first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest, The First Female to scale Mount Everest Home > China Travel Guide > Mount Everest The First Woman to Reach the Summit of Mount Everest Junko Tabei, a Japanese mountaineer, is the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest. She climbed to the top on May 16, 197... | #question=Astronomer William Herschel announced the discovery of which planet in - Pastebin.com raw get clone embed report print text 2.69 KB #question=Astronomer William Herschel announced the discovery of which planet in our solar system in March 1781?#answer=Uranus #question=What is the name of the ship in the novel... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,077 | I which country will you find the 'Great Victoria Desert'? | Great Victoria Desert, Australia - The Largest Desert In Australia Great Victoria Desert, Australia The Largest Desert In Australia Great Victoria Desert About the Great Victoria Desert Size and Location The Great Victoria is the largest Australian desert. Its size is 424,400 km2 (163,900 miles2) according to most sour... | 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 |
1,509,078 | When she died how old was Karen Carpenter? | Karen Carpenter - Biography - IMDb Karen Carpenter Biography Showing all 119 items Jump to: Overview (5) | Mini Bio (1) | Spouse (1) | Trade Mark (2) | Trivia (100) | Personal Quotes (10) Overview (5) 4 February 1983 , Downey, California, USA (heart failure caused by chronic anorexia) Birth Name 5' 4" (1.63 m) ... | 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 |
1,509,079 | In 1946 which specially trained fighting body became an exclusive branch of the Royal Marines | MARSOC Heritage 1. War with Tripoli/Barbary Pirates: Between the War of Independence and the War of 1812, the United States was involved in an extended skirmish with the Barbary Pirates. Utterly cruel and untrustworthy, they were the scourge of the Mediterranean, pillaging ships, capturing and ransoming crews, and d... | RAF - Operation Chastise_new Operation Chastise Attack on Ruhr Dams by aircraft of 617 Squadron on the night of 16-17 May 1943 Concept: The Air Ministry originally considered the Ruhr dams as a possible target early as 1937. A number of proposals and studies were undertaken between 1938 and 1941, though none produced a... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,080 | What sort of creature is a 'Blue Tongue'? | Why do some animals have blue tongues? | MNN - Mother Nature Network MNN.com > Earth Matters > Animals Why do some animals have blue tongues? A wide variety of creatures have them, but not for the reason you might think. (Come to think of it, wouldn't it be cool if some humans had them?) Photo: Nagel Photography /Shutt... | Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 2nd February - The Questions Macclesfield Pub Quiz League SET BY THE ROBIN HOOD 1. Arts and Entertainments 8. Sport (Pics) Apologies for the smaller than traditional pictures…we live in austere times. sorry I'm having some problems with the pictu... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,081 | What was the name of the judge, known as 'The Hanging Judge', in the Bloody Assizes of 1685? | Judge Jeffreys of the "Bloody Assizes" (England, 1685) Judge Jeffreys of the "Bloody Assizes" (England, 1685) Was his reputation as an egregious courtroom bully deserved? Copyright � 2003 by Hugo S. Cunningham First posted 20030215 Sir George Jeffreys, Recorder of London 1678-80. Painting by an unknown artist. (Nationa... | Book Some of the book titles and authors mentioned on the television show Jeopardy Edmund Hoyle, Alfred Nobel, Cecil Rhodes, Joseph Pulitzer, Hugo Awards are a set of awards given annually for the best science fiction or fantasy works and achievements of the previous year. Books I want to read again by Ray Sahelian, ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,082 | In the 2003 film Love Actually, which actor plays the part of the pop star Billy Mack who is first seen recording the song Christmas is All Around? | Love Actually (2003) - Bill Nighy info Bill Nighy info Bill Nighy – Billy Mack – Love Actually – as cool as it gets Awards and nominations Bill Nighy won a BAFTA for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role for his role as Billy Mack in Love Actually (2003). He also won the Peter Sellers Award for Comedy for t... | Simon Callow - Biography - IMDb Simon Callow Jump to: Overview (3) | Mini Bio (1) | Trade Mark (2) | Trivia (18) | Personal Quotes (4) Overview (3) 5' 7" (1.7 m) Mini Bio (1) Simon Callow was born on June 13, 1949 in London, England as Simon Phillip Hugh Callow. He is an actor and writer, known for Amadeus (1984),... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,083 | Angel, Itatinga, Cuquenan, Ormeli, and Tysse are all what? | Waterfall - definition of waterfall by The Free Dictionary Waterfall - definition of waterfall by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/waterfall A steep descent of water from a height; a cascade. waterfall (ˈwɔːtəˌfɔːl) n (Physical Geography) a cascade of falling water where there is a vertical or almos... | 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 |
1,509,084 | Who usually flies in an aircraft with the call-sign 'Shepherd One'? | Pope Francis traveling on 'Shepherd One' - CNNPolitics.com Moments from the Pope's White House arrival Story highlights FAA call sign for the American Airlines flight carrying Pope Francis in the United States is "Shepherd One." American Airlines is affixing the papal seal to the plane; has a long history of flying pop... | the RAF Aerobatic Team the Red Arrows, history History Since the first aerial pageant at Hendon in 1920, formation aerobatics have been held in high regard by the Royal Air Force. In the barnstorming days before the Second World War no air display would be complete without the sight of two or more biplanes flying... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,085 | Which nation has the coastal state of Tabasco? | Tabasco - Mexico - HISTORY.com Tabasco A+E Networks Introduction This low, flat state still has a large indigenous population that lives primarily in rural areas. Contrary to popular belief, Tabasco was not named after the spicy peppers of the same name, though the state is a major producer of other farm products, incl... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,086 | What is the Greek name for Bacchus the god of wine and revelry? | Dionysus or Bacchus: The Greek God of Revelry and Wine Dionysus or Bacchus: God of Revelry and Wine Dionysus was the Greek god of wine, agriculture, and the theater. He was also the protector of vines, and trees. He was mainly associated with the intoxicating effects of wine . His Roman names are Bacchus and Liber. His... | List of Major Roman Gods Apollo Greek (Apollo) Apollo is the son of Jupiter and Leto, and the twin brother of Diana . He is the god of music, playing a golden lyre. The Archer, far shooting with a silver bow. The god of healing who taught man medicine. The god of light. The god of truth, who can not spe... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,087 | Hiroshima was the first city to feel the effects of an atomic bomb. What Japanese city was next to be visited on Aug 9, 1945? | Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki - World War II - HISTORY.com Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Author Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki URL A+E Networks Introduction On August 6, 1945, during World War II (1939-45), an American B-29 bomber dropped the world’s first deployed atomic bo... | BBC ON THIS DAY | 2 | 1945: Japan signs unconditional surrender Search ON THIS DAY by date About This Site | Text Only 1945: Japan signs unconditional surrender Japanese officials have signed the act of unconditional surrender, finally bringing to an end six years of world war. In the presence of 50 Allied generals a... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,088 | What is the name of Tintin’s fox terrier dog? | Wire Fox Terrier | DOGS | DOGShaadi.com Wire Fox Terrier Home » Breeds » Terriers » Wire Fox Terrier Wire Fox Terrier The Wire Fox Terrier has descended from the old English black and tan, rough-coated terrier from Durham and Wales. Although for many years the Wire and Smooth Fox Terriers were bred and shown together a... | 101 Things You Didn't Know About '101 Dalmatians' | Moviefone 101 Things You Didn't Know About '101 Dalmatians' by Moviefone Staff This week marks the 50th anniversary of the Disney animated classic '101 Dalmatians.' If you've somehow forgotten, the 1961 movie focuses on Pongo and Perdita, two proud Dalmatian parents, ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,089 | A pugilist is a competitor in which sport? | Competition - definition of competition by The Free Dictionary Competition - definition of competition by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/competition 1. The act of competing, as for profit or a prize; rivalry. 2. A test of skill or ability; a contest: a skating competition. 3. Rivalry between two o... | 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 |
1,509,090 | Who played both Eddie Shoestring and Peter Boyd on TV? | Trevor Eve - IMDb IMDb Actor | Producer | Soundtrack Trevor Eve was born on July 1, 1951 in Birmingham, England as Trevor John Eve. He is an actor and producer, known for Waking the Dead (2000), Troy (2004) and She's Out of My League (2010). He has been married to Sharon Maughan since March 1, 1980. They have three chi... | BBC - Capital - Media Centre Media Centre Bafta-winning Peter Bowker’s adaptation of John Lanchester’s critically acclaimed and bestselling novel Capital Category: BBC One ; Drama Set on a single street in South London, Capital is a portrait of a road transformed by soaring property prices: what was once the home of mo... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,091 | What nationality was the artist Hieronymus Bosch? | Hieronymus Bosch on ArtStack - art online Hieronymus Bosch ( /ˌhaɪ.əˈrɒnᵻməs ˈbɒʃ/ ; [1] Dutch: [ɦijeːˈroːnimɵz ˈbɔs] ; [2] born Jheronimus van Aken [3] [jeːˈroːnimɵs fɑn ˈaːkə(n)] ; [4] c. 1450 – 9 August 1516) was an Early Netherlandish painter . His work is known for its fantastic imagery, detailed landscapes, and ... | Art History 101 – Part IIA: 1400-1499 | Make Lists, Not War Make Lists, Not War Listing: It's not just my passion, it's also a desperate cry for help. Menu Where Have I Been? Art History 101 – Part IIA: 1400-1499 The following list is Part IIA of my attempt to trace the history of human artistic endeavors by finding th... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,092 | In May 2001, Christopher Bailey was appointed creative director of which British luxury fashion house that manufactures clothing, fragrances and fashion accessories? | #luxury | Retail News | Page 4 Retail News Posted by retail360uk The 124sq m boutique in the CDF Haitang Bay Duty Free Shopping Complex opened on September 1 Italian luxury leathergoods house Furla has opened a 124sq m boutique in the landmark new CDF Haitang Bay Duty Free Shopping Complex, Hainan in collaboration with... | stumbleupon Email Comment From Coco Chanel’s popularization of the suit to Christian Dior’s full-skirted New Look, the ongoing evolution of fashion has existed largely on the innovations of the visionaries. For those creative and revolutionary enough to concoct an idea backed up only by their own convictions, some have... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,093 | What is the main ingredient in risotto? | Risotto Recipe : Food Network Asian Appetizer Recipes 4.2 17 you always always always after cooking the onion, add white wine and deglaze. artvandelay0001 2014-12-27T03:33:22Z item not reviewed by moderator and published It was very creamy but rather bland. I replaced a cup of chicken stock with a cup of white wine (ad... | Basil Pesto Recipe : Food Network Kitchen : Food Network 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese Directions Watch how to make this recipe. Combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely ch... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,094 | "What is added to gin to make a ""Gimlet"" cocktail?" | Gimlet - Drink Recipe – How to Make the Perfect Gimlet Gimlet 2 ounces gin -- London dry gin 2/3 ounce Rose's lime juice cocktail glass Shake well with cracked ice, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass. The Wondrich Take: "The bartender set the drink in front of me. With the lime juice it has a sort of pale greeni... | The Official Goodies Rule -OK! Fan Club Website - Articles/Guides QUOTE: "Oh that's what it's for. I've just posted two letters in that." (a) Which Goodie says this quote? (b) What has he posted his letters in? (c) Which episode is this quote from? QUIZ: This month's questions are from the episode "Snooze". (d) W... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,095 | Where were the minerals 'Pyroxferroite', 'Armalcolite' and 'Tranquillityite' first discovered in 1969 and 1971? | Tranquillityite: Tranquillityite mineral information and data. Dark red-brown Name: Named in 1971 by J. F. Lovering, D. A. Wark, A. F. Reid, N. G. Bunch, A. El Goresy, Paul Ramdohr, G. M. Brown, A. Peckett, R. Phillips, Eugene N. Cameron, J. A. V. Douglas, and A. G. Plant after its discovery locality at the Sea of Tran... | RadioactiveThings.com RadioactiveThings.com Recommended Films and Books Radioactive Things We sell high quality specimens of Pitchblende, Uraninite, Autunite, Schoepite, Curite, Kasolite, Becquerelite, Cuprosklodowskite, Torbernite and other radioactive minerals containing Uranium or Thorium from many of the world’s mo... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,096 | Who resides at Clarence House? | Residences Residences The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Prince Harry Residences The Prince of Wales has homes in England, Scotland and Wales. Clarence House is the official London residence of The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry. Highgrove House... | Clarence William "Bill" Nelson - Genealogy Genealogy Join the world's largest family tree Gender Share your family tree and photos with the people you know and love Build your family tree online Share photos and videos Orlando, Orange County, Florida, United States Birthdate: Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, United S... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,097 | What name was given to a series of confrontations in the 1950s and 1970s between the UK and Iceland? | Cod Wars | Military Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia 1 Minesweeper 10 RFA Supply vessels Casualties and losses None The Cod Wars, also called the Icelandic Cod Wars (Icelandic language: Þorskastríðin, "the cod war", or Landhelgisstríðin, "the war for the territorial waters" [1] ), were a series of confrontations in the 1... | List of British Sea Areas as listed in the weather report for shipping on BBC Radio4 Here's a nice but big (162K) map I scanned it from the Radio Times, they managed to forget Bailey so I had to edit it in, which is why the lines and font are a bit dodgy there. Here's one from the Met Office , a lot smaller but not as ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,098 | To which land did Cain go after killing Abel? | Where Did Cain Get His Wife?: What About Inbreeding? Where Did Cain Get His Wife?: What About Inbreeding? Introduction Cain's Wife? After Cain was sent into exile east of Eden for killing Abel he found a wife and built a city. Even if Cain married one of his sisters, doesn't this produce theological and biological pr... | Sir Gawain and the Green Knight The Green Knight In Camelot, the castle was in the midst of Christmas celebration, when a lone knight rode into King Arthur's court. The knight wore clothing that was green. His skin, beard and hair were also green in colour. Even the mane and tail of his horse were green. In the one h... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,099 | What stereotypical naval beverage was made with water, rum, and lemon juice? | Royal Canadian Navy Drinks&Toasts of the Day 1 pint cold beer or ale Pour into tall glass or mug, the rum first, and do not stir Bombo This was a favorite when the men were ashore in the West Indies. It later became popular as an afternoon drink on the southern plantations in the United States. Tall glass... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,100 | Drum Majorette was until 1970 the theme tune for which long-running TV programme? | Match of the Day Theme Tune (First One Ever made, 1964) by Major Leslie Statham - Drum Majorette - YouTube Close Match of the Day Theme Tune (First One Ever made, 1964) by Major Leslie Statham - Drum Majorette Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to ... | Filmed in Supermarionation | Film from RadioTimes Filmed in Supermarionation Video clips are automatically supplied by broadcasters and distributors. RadioTimes.com is not responsible for the clip's contents. Stephen La Rivière (2014) Our Score by Jeremy Aspinall Whether you are young or old, the impact of Gerry Anders... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,101 | Which British explorer was buried on South Georgia Island in the Atlantic Ocean upon his death in 1922? | South Georgia and the South Sandwich Island Overseas Territories Links South Georgia South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (SGSSI) are a British overseas territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean. It is a remote and inhospitable collection of islands, consisting of South Georgia and a chain of smaller islands kno... | 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 |
1,509,102 | Who was appointed manager of West Bromwich Albion FC in January? | West Brom appoint new technical director to oversee transfers « Express & Star Comments Hammond, a former Royals goalkeeper, was handed a coaching role at the Madejski Stadium by Alan Pardew when he retired. He then became director of the club’s academy before he was appointed Reading’s first-ever director of football ... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,103 | In which city is Wawel Castle? | Zamek Królewski na Wawelu - Castle in Kraków Artyom Fedosov 1 week ago Must see in Krakow. If you're gonna to spend some time in the city, then you can wait for monday or sunday (depends on season) to visit Wawel for free. Upvoted 6 days ago Ioannis Papapetrou December 18, 2016 A must seen attraction if you are in Krak... | 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 |
1,509,104 | Which Swiss sculptor appears with his creation L’Homme Qui Marche I on the 100 Swiss Franc note? | Alberto Giacometti Biography - Childhood, Life Achievements & Timeline Painters Alberto Giacometti Biography Alberto Giacometti was a prominent painter and sculptor of Swiss origin. This biography of Alberto Giacometti provides detailed information about his childhood, achievements, life & timeline. Quick Facts Annette... | Image of CHARLOTTE BEYSSER BARTHOLDI. - Mother Of French Sculptor Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi, And Model For The Face Of The Statue Of Liberty. Oil On Canvas By Ary Scheffer, 1855. From Granger - Historical Picture Archive NEXT NEXT CHARLOTTE BEYSSER BARTHOLDI. Mother of French sculptor Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi, and m... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,105 | Which flower and girl’s name is the equivalent of the French name Marguerite? | Name Marguerite - The Meaning Of The Name The Meaning Of The Name Toggle navigation Name: Marguerite Gender: Female Usage: Marguerite, of Basque origin, is a very popular first name. It is more often used as a girl (female) name. People having the name Marguerite are in general originating from Belgium, France, Luxembo... | Ceci n’est pas une pipe | museum-exhibitions.com by Paula Terán New York, from 28. September 2013 to 12 January 2014 René Magritte (1898-1967) is probably the most famous Belgian artist of the 20th century, whose works have been massively used, adapted or imitated in advertisements, posters, albums or book covers, deco... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,106 | Which English Monarch was created ‘Defender of the Faith’ by Pope Leo X? | Is British Monarch 'Defender Of The Faith' Or 'Faiths'? | The Huffington Post Is British Monarch 'Defender Of The Faith' Or 'Faiths'? 10/11/2012 08:57 am ET | Updated Oct 15, 2012 Trevor Grundy Religion News Service LONDON (RNS) As Britain awaits the appointment of the next archbishop of Canterbury to lead both the Chu... | Timeline: 1100-1200 Timeline 1100-1200: 1100 Henry I, (alias "Henry Beauclerc") youngest son of William the Conqueror, becomes the new king of England following the asassination of his older brother, William Rufus. He rules until 1135, and the period is a time of peace and prosperity in Britain m... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,107 | Where in London can you find 'Nelson's Column'? | Nelson's Column (London, England): Top Tips Before You Go - TripAdvisor Do I have to buy a ticket for my infant? How do I get there using public transportation? Is there a restaurant or café onsite? Staying in Trafalgar Square / Embankment Neighborhood Profile Trafalgar Square / Embankment With its iconic Nelson’s Colu... | 1. Which Newton-le- Willows singer has been nominated for an MTV award? - Jade Wright - Liverpool Echo 1. Which Newton-le- Willows singer has been nominated for an MTV award? 2. Lenny Henry will star in which Shakespearean tragedy next year? Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe Could not subscrib... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,108 | What disability did the wife and mother of inventor Alexander Graham Bell both suffer? | Alexander Graham Bell Facts for Kids - Telephone, Inventions, Quotes Check out our fun facts for kids that feature interesting trivia, quotes and information related to a range of famous scientists. Alexander Graham Bell Facts Learn about the man credited with the invention of the first practical telephone with our A... | "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 |
1,509,109 | 28th June, 1914, saw the assassination of Austrian Archduke, Franz Ferdinand, the triggering event of World War 1. In which European city were the Archduke and his wife, did the assassination take place? | Archduke Ferdinand assassinated - Jun 28, 1914 - HISTORY.com Archduke Ferdinand assassinated Publisher A+E Networks On this day in 1914, Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife Sophie are shot to death by a Bosnian Serb nationalist during an official visit to the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo. The killings spark... | Untitled Page National Capitol: The Washington Monument is dedicated. Government Grover Cleveland (1837-1906) is inaugurated as the 22nd President of the United Staes and Thomas A. Hendricks (1819-1885) in inaugurated as the nation's 21st Vice President. Government President Cleveland (1837-1906) proposes the suspensio... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,110 | What is the most populous city in Canada, the provincial capital of Ontario, which is on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario? | Toronto, Ontario, Canada | Flickr Back to albums list Toronto, Ontario, Canada Toronto is the most populous city in Canada and the provincial capital of Ontario. It is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. With over 2.5 million residents, it is the fifth most populous municipality in No... | London, Ontario - Western University London, Ontario London, Ontario Credit: Story Box Productions Since 1878, the fortunes of Western University and the City of London have been indelibly linked. Western has grown into London's fourth largest employer, home to 4,000 full-time faculty and staff, 35,000 students and 306... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,111 | Which actress sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to US President John F Kennedy on his 45th birthday? | Happy Birthday Mr. President sung by Marilyn Monroe to President John F. Kennedy - YouTube Happy Birthday Mr. President sung by Marilyn Monroe to President John F. Kennedy 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 i... | Valérie Trierweiler on François Hollande: 'He was no Cary Grant...' - Telegraph Francois Hollande Valérie Trierweiler on François Hollande: 'He was no Cary Grant...' Valérie Trierweiler, the former ‘First Girlfriend’ of France whom President Hollande swapped for young actress Julie Gayet, talks about betrayal, reveng... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,112 | Who wrote the play ‘Barefoot in the Park’, which premiered on Broadway in 1963? | Barefoot in the Park | Story | Broadway.com Barefoot in the Park Browse more shows you may also be interested in. Duration Overview Story Story Young newlyweds Corine and Paul Bratter are back on Broadway for the first time since Neil Simon's Barefoot in the Park premiered in 1963! Up-and-coming stars Amanda Peet (best... | Robert B. Sherman, Songwriter for Disney, Dies at 86 - The New York Times The New York Times Music |Robert B. Sherman, a Songwriter for Disney and Others, Dies at 86 Search Continue reading the main story Photo From left, Richard M. Sherman, Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke and Robert B. Sherman on the set of “Mary Poppins... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,113 | Taking place on March 7th 1814, The Battle of Craonne took place in which country? | Battle of Craonne 1814 : Schlacht : Bataille : Batalla : Battaglia "The French [cavalry] charged with such fury that it seemed that nothing could withstand their onlaught, but when the smoke cleared away, the hostile [infantry] squares were still unshaken." - Frederick William Maycock Craonne is " ... one of the most d... | Battle of Blenheim in the War of Spanish Succession 56,000 men, 90 guns Battle of Blenheim - Background: In 1704, King Louis XIV of France sought to knock the Holy Roman Empire out of the War of Spanish Succession by capturing its capital, Vienna . Eager to keep the Empire in the Grand Alliance (England, Habsburg Empir... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,114 | Which of Picasso’s ‘periods’ came first - from 1901 to 1904? | Pablo Picasso's Blue Period Biography Pablo Picasso's Blue Period - 1901 to 1904 The Blue Period of Picasso is the period between 1900 and 1904, when he painted essentially monochromatic paintings in shades of blue and blue-green, only occasionally warmed by other colors. These somber works, inspired by Spa... | Fauvism About Watch and Favorite Watch Watching this resources will notify you when proposed changes or new versions are created so you can keep track of improvements that have been made. Favorite Favoriting this resource allows you to save it in the “My Resources” tab of your account. There, you can easily access this... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,115 | It is considered to have been conceived in the West as an idea in 1508 and in its current highly-oxygen-permeable form 490 years later, and is..? | America’s Birth Certificate: The Oldest Globular World Map: c. 1507 America’s Birth Certificate: The Oldest Globular World Map: c. 1507 Stefaan Missinne PhD Copyright © 2015 by author and Scientific Research Publishing Inc. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution International License (CC BY). Rece... | Snowy Afternoon quiz [Archive] - CPFC BBS 1. As at 2008 which corporation owns the brands Duracell, Braun and Gillette? 2. Who was the first artist to appear at the new Wembley Stadium? 3. In which year did the first Mersey road tunnel open? 4. In which country was Imry Nagy twice Prime Minister, executed for treason i... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,116 | The band Heaven 17 took their name from which Stanley Kubrick film? | From Blur To Bowie, 18 Ingenious Music Moments Inspired By Stanley Kubrick Movies - NME NME 4:54 pm - Nov 27, 2014 0shares 0shares 1/19 Stanley Kubrick is the flavour of the month right now – ‘Barry Lyndon’ is set for a BFI re-release and there’s a new Kubrick-inspired exhibition at Somerset House. To celebrate, we’ve ... | “To prevent the present heat from dissipating”: Stanley Kubrick and the Marketing of Dr. Strangelove (1964) “To prevent the present heat from dissipating”: Stanley Kubrick and the Marketing of Dr. Strangelove (1964) Peter Krämer Résumé | Index | Plan | Texte | Bibliographie | Notes | Citation | Auteur Résumé Mak... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,117 | In what decade rom was the school leaving age raised from 15 to 16? | A History of Education A BRIEF HISTORY OF EDUCATION By Tim Lambert Education in Ancient Egypt Most children in Egypt did not go to school. Instead boys learned farming or other trades from their fathers. Girls learned sewing, cooking and other skills from their mothers. Boys from wealthy families sometimes learned to b... | Barbara's Creative Accomplishments - Available Challenges JUMPERS: The Year You Were Born challenge (showing 1-39 of 39) ❇ Rocking Pneumonia & the Boogie Woogie Flu Level II: Scavenger Hunt 1. Cost of Living - Average cost of new house $12,220; average monthly rent $90; average yearly wages $4.550; a gallon of Gas 24 c... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,118 | In which town is the University of Surrey based? | University of Surrey World University Rankings | THE Working here Wonderful things happen here The University of Surrey is one of the UK’s top professional, scientific and technological universities. Named as The Times and Sunday Times University of the Year 2016, Surrey has a world-class profile and a leading reputati... | Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 22nd Feb–Cup/Plate Semi Finals 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. 3. The wor... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,119 | The wool of a Shahtoosh shawl comes from which endangered animal? | Cashmere Shawls of Uncompromising Quality - Sunrise Pashmina What's a shawl? In recent decades, pashmina has become known internationally as a term applied to the wool, and products made from the wool, that is derived from the undercoat of the "Cashmere goat," any of various breeds sometimes referred to as Capra hircus... | 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 |
1,509,120 | Who preceded Joe Bugner as British heavyweight champion? | Joe Bugner (Heavyweight) - Pics, Videos, Dating, & News Show Less Born in SzÅreg, a southeastern suburb of Szeged in southern Hungary, Bugner and his family fled after the 1956 Soviet invasion and settled in Britain. … Read More Standing at with a prime weight of around, Bugner twice held the British and British Commo... | Sir Henry Cooper obituary | Sport | The Guardian Sir Henry Cooper obituary British heavyweight boxing champion known for his warmth, indomitable spirit and a left hook dubbed 'Enry's 'Ammer Muhammad Ali and Henry Cooper before their world heavyweight title fight in London. Photograph: Aubrey Hart/Getty Images Sunday 1 ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,121 | Who was the first National Hunt jockey to ride more than 3000 winners? | Winning Most NH Jockey Stats Winning Most NH Jockey Stats Mon, Apr 2nd, 2012 We have been tracking National Hunt jockeys as they reach new milestones and have updated our winning most National Hunt jockey table to include wins in the UK and Ireland up to 2 April 2012: 719 Ruby Walsh became only the third National H... | United Kingdom Horse Racing Greats | Race Horses | HorseRacing.co.uk Want your site listed here? Contact Us . United Kingdom Horse Racing Greats Horse racing is one of the few sports which has difficulty identifying the true 'sporting hero'. Trainers, jockeys and horses jostle to be praised for their performances, thei... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,122 | Peter Schmeichel joined Manchester United, from which football club? | Club: Former players / edit. Peter Schmeichel. Biography Peter Bolesław Schmeichel is a retired footballer from Denmark. He was born in 1963 and began to play football at the local club Høje-Gladsaxe. Then he joined the youth system Hero, which then became Gladsaxe-Hero, and after graduating he was promoted to the firs... | 100 caps: England's centurions | Football | The Guardian 100 caps: England's centurions Wednesday 26 March 2008 20.05 EDT First published on Wednesday 26 March 2008 20.05 EDT This article is 8 years old Billy Wright 105 caps v Scotland, April 11 1959 England 1 Scotland 0 (Wembley Stadium) The first player to reach the ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,123 | The city of Cleveland in the USA stands on which of the Great Lakes? | Cleveland, OH (CLE) | Great American Stations PlayhouseSquare The Lake Shore Limited and Capitol Limited both glide along the shore of Lake Erie before making their early morning stops at Cleveland’s Lakefront Station north of downtown. From 1971-1972, Amtrak served Cleveland Union Terminal on Public Square in downtown... | 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 |
1,509,124 | What type of weather condition is a harmattan? | The Impact Of The Harmattan Weather On Aviation Operations In Ghana Opinion/Feature | 8 December 2015 11:02 CET The Impact Of The Harmattan Weather On Aviation Operations In Ghana By Okatakyie Kwasi Adjekum Previous | Next Aviation, probably more than any other mode of transportation, is greatly affected by weather. ... | 2001 KO Final February, which ex-PM was awarded an earldom on his 90th birthday ? Harold Macmillan B1 A member of the House of Lords and an ex-MP, who celebrated his 100th birthday in November 1984 ? Mannie Shinwell Which government department banned trades unions causing a national... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,125 | Who is a former British triple jumper who held the Olympic, Commonwealth, European and World records, and has held the world record in the event since 1995? | Jonathan Edwards CBE - Speaker Profile | Celebrity Speakers Jonathan Edwards CBE 2012 Olympic Games Ambassador, Former BBC Sports Personality of the Year Former Olympic Triple Jumper, Commonwealth, European and World Champion, he has held the world record in the event since 1995. Jonathan Edwards currently sits on the ... | 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 |
1,509,126 | During which month of 1533 was Queen Elizabeth I of England born? | Elizabeth I (1533–1603) Elizabeth I (1533–1603) Contributed by Mary Hill Cole Elizabeth I was queen of England from 1558 to 1603, and Virginia was named in honor of her. Daughter of Henry VIII and his second wife, Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth Tudor became queen at the death of her married but childless h... | Queen Elizabeth I | Britroyals Born: September 7, 1533 at Greenwich Palace Parents: Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn Relation to Elizabeth II: 1st cousin 13 times removed House of: Tudor Ascended to the throne: November 17, 1558 aged 25 years Crowned: January 15, 1559 at Westminster Abbey Married: Never Married Children: Non... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,127 | The River Danube empties into which body of water? | Through what countries does the Danube River flow? | Reference.com Through what countries does the Danube River flow? A: Quick Answer The Danube River flows through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Its headwaters begin with the confluence of the Brigach and Breg river... | 10 Rivers that flow through Europe's Capital Cities - 10 Most Today Leisure & Travel Below is a list of 10 rivers that flow through capital cities in Europe 1. River Thames, London , England – The River Thames flows through London and London’s major attractions are situated right along the banks of the river, such as t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,128 | If Monday's child is fair of face what is Saturday's child? | Monday's Child Is Fair of Face by Mother Goose Monday's child is fair of face. You are good-looking, especially when you smile! You are beautiful inside and out. TUESDAY: Tuesday's child is full of grace. You have many talents, and are fun to be around. You dance through life! Wednesday's child is full of woe. Yo... | TRIVIA - TV AND THE MOVIES TRIVIA - TV AND THE MOVIES What TV show lost Jim Carrey when he stepped into the movies? In Living Color. Who plays a paleontologist on Friends? David Schwimmer. What aging pop icon forgot the lyrics to We Can Work It Out on MTV Unplugged? Paul McCartney. What segment of the TV industry recei... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,129 | Phil Collins played drums with which band? | Phil Collins - Biography - IMDb Phil Collins Biography Showing all 170 items Jump to: Overview (4) | Mini Bio (1) | Spouse (3) | Trade Mark (7) | Trivia (64) | Personal Quotes (91) Overview (4) 5' 6" (1.68 m) Mini Bio (1) Phil Collins was born in Chiswick, London, England, to Winifred (Strange), a theatrical agen... | Phil Collins - Hits - Amazon.com Music Phil Collins 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 purchase it. To learn more ab... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,130 | According to the Bible on what day did God create the beasts of the Earth? | What does the Bible say about Creation of the World? The biblical creation account Gen. 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. Day 1, Light 3 And God said... | The History of Earth Day | Earth Day Network The History of Earth Day Search for: Search Each year, Earth Day—April 22—marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. The height of counterculture in the United States, 1970 brought the death of Jimi Hendrix, the last Beatles album, and S... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,131 | What popular spread is made of hazelnut, milk, and a hint of cocoa? | Recipe: Hazelnut-chocolate spread (homemade Nutella) - California Cookbook California Cookbook Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times By Amy Scattergood | Feb. 11, 2009 Do a Google search for "Nutella," the Italian hazelnut-chocolate spread that comes in a squat jar like peanut butter and is often found right next to it i... | Häagen-Dazs Doesn't Come From Where You Think It Comes From | The Huffington Post Häagen-Dazs Doesn't Come From Where You Think It Comes From 05/13/2015 07:00 am ET | Updated Sep 13, 2015 180 Alison Spiegel Food writer and editor Facebook/Häagen-Dazs You think you know somebody: you spend long hours on the couch watchi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,132 | The occupational surname Fuller, referred to a worker (who used 'Fuller's Earth') of? | 30 Discoveries About Family History in Spanish Surnames | Mental Floss 30 Discoveries About Family History in Spanish Surnames istock Like us on Facebook If your family name represents an occupation, you know something about how one—or likely more—of your ancestors made a living. In English, occupational names, like Sm... | Antarctica2 echoes Sir Edmund Hillary’s 1958 expedition to the South Pole by tractor News 6 November 2014 Antarctica2 echoes Sir Edmund Hillary’s 1958 expedition to the South Pole by tractor The 2014 Antarctica2 mission to take a tractor to the South Pole emulates the achievement of explorer Sir Edmund Hillary who led ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,133 | In what year was the big ball made compulsory in the Open Golf Championship | The British Open Ball: When Golf Balls Came In 2 Sizes By Brent Kelley Updated December 03, 2016. Did you know that until 1990, the R&A and USGA - golf's governing bodies - could not agree on the size of the golf ball? There were two different sizes of golf balls in use around the world, with a very slightly smaller ve... | The 2005 PGA Grand Slam of Golf / Players / Michael Campbell Michael Campbell became the first New Zealander to win a major since Bob Charles captured the British Open in 1963. (Photo: Getty Images) Persistence Pays off at Pinehurst When Michael Campbell tamed an ultra-tough Pinehurst No. 2 to win the U.S. Open in June... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,134 | Brideshead Revisited, written in 1945, was a famous novel by which famous author? | Brideshead Revisited | novel by Waugh | Britannica.com novel by Waugh Moby Dick Brideshead Revisited, satirical novel by Evelyn Waugh , published in 1945. According to Waugh, a convert to Roman Catholicism , the novel was intended to show “the operation of divine grace” in the affairs of a particular group of people. T... | MCQ-test Questions and Answers | Library and Information center@KV Peringome Library and Information center@KV Peringome Reader’s Club and Library and Information Center National Library Week celebration 2012 Know Your Literature 1. Who invented movable type printing? (C) Johannes Gutenberg 2. What was the pen-name of ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,135 | In which city are the headquarters of Greenpeace International? | Greenpeace - SourceWatch Greenpeace Jump to: navigation , search This article is part of the Coal Issues portal on SourceWatch, a project of CoalSwarm and the Center for Media and Democracy . See here for help on adding material to CoalSwarm. This article is part of the Center for Media & Democracy's focus on the fallo... | Kumi Naidoo Join the Network Kumi Naidoo Kumi Naidoo is a South African human rights activist and the former International Executive Director of the international environmental group Greenpeace, the first African to head the organization. After battling apartheid in South Africa in the 1970s and 1980s through the Helpi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,136 | "What does the German word ""Danke"" mean in English?" | What does the word 'danke' mean? - Quora Quora 'Danke' means 'Thank you' in German. I am an intermediate German learner and this is one of the first words taught. It can be used in a sentence e.g: George sagt Danke; which translates to George says thank you. George -George Written Dec 4, 2015 The word Danke is used as ... | Learn About Months, Dates, Seasons, and Days in German By Hyde Flippo Updated August 01, 2016. After studying this lesson, you'll be able to: (1) say the days and months in German, (2) express calendar dates, (3) talk about the seasons and (4) talk about dates and deadlines (Termine) in German. Luckily, because they ar... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,137 | In what year where the Summer Olympic Games hosted in Munich? | Richard Rothschild: Ranking the five best and five worst Summer Olympic Games | SI.com Ranking the five best and five worst Summer Olympic Games Share Richard Rothschild Friday July 27th, 2012 Rating Olympic Games is not a cut-and-dried exercise. Even those Games marred by tragedy and/or incompetence contain performanc... | US-HOSTED OLYMPICS | Beijing, China - Embassy of the United States Embassy of the United States US-HOSTED OLYMPICS US-HOSTED OLYMPICS The United States has hosted eight times of Olympic Games, four times each for the Summer and Winter Olympic Games. The U.S. hosted its first Olympics in 1904 in St. Louis, Missouri. The... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,138 | In Greek mythology which son of Telamon fought Hector in single combat? | Ajax Ajax by James Hunter Ajax was the son of Telamon , king of Salamis. After Achilles , he was the mightiest of the Greek heroes in the Trojan War. Ajax was a huge man, head and shoulders larger than the other Greeks, enormously strong but somewhat slow of speech. In the Iliad, he is often called the "wall" or "bulwa... | Castor and Pollux Castor and Pollux Dioscuri (Pollux or Castor), Rome, Capitol Dioscuri (Castor or Pollux), Rome, Capitol In Greek and Roman mythology , Castor [1] and Pollux, [2] or Kastor and Polydeuces, [3] were twin brothers, together known as the Dioscuri or Dioskouroi. [4] Their mother was Leda , but they had dif... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,139 | Which twice-made movie features the villain Max Cady? | Why Was Robert De Niro's Max Cady Such a Terrifying Villain? Comment Think back to the original Cape Fear from 1962, with silver screen greats Gregory Peck and Robert Mitchum as the leads. The movie was the pinnacle of suspense in the early 60s’ (except Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho) with Mitchum’s Max Cady being the epito... | You Only Live Twice (1967) - 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 You Only Live Twice ( 1967 ) Approved | Agent 007 and the J... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,140 | Sometimes called a beaver dam, what is the more customary name for a beaver’s home? | Beaver, Castor canadensis, damage management and control information None are registered. Trapping The use of traps in most situations where beavers are causing damage is the most effective, practical, and environmentally safe method of control. The effectiveness of any type of trap for beaver control is dependent on t... | TV and Movies A Penny For Your Thoughts TV and Movies No one probably reads this page.....except for you and the last person.....lol Frostbite Falls, Minnesota, was home to Rocky and Bullwinkle. Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), the first film featuring the character Indiana Jones, was crawling with four-, eight-, ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,141 | Which Member of The SDP failed to win the 1981 Warrington By-Election? | Labour Party (UK) | Wiki | Everipedia You can edit something on the page right now! Register today, it's fast and free. Labour Party (UK) Keir Hardie , one of the Labour Party's founders and its first leader Labour Party 27 February 1900; 116 years ago (1900-02-27) [2] Headquarters Social democracy The Labour Party is ... | Samantha Cameron - Business Leader - Biography.com Samantha Cameron Samantha Cameron is businesswoman and the wife of British Prime Minister David Cameron. IN THESE GROUPS Famous British People Synopsis Samantha Cameron was born on April 18, 1971, in North Lincolnshire, England, and is a descendant of King Charles II. ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,142 | In 1922, the magazine The American Girl suggested selling what for fund-raising? | Girls Scout Cookies Girls Scout Cookies Start Your Fundraising Journey Here Believe it or not, Girl Scout cookies can actually be found in the dictionary. This is what the dictionary calls it: A Girl Scout cookie is one of several varieties of cookie. They were sold on neighborhood tours by Girl Scouts of the USA as a ... | Barbara Cartland Barbara Cartland Sitemap Barbara Cartland book Dame (Mary) Barbara Hamilton Cartland, DBE, CStJ (9 July 1901 – 21 May 2000), was an English author, one of the most prolific authors of the 20th century. As Barbara Cartland she is known for her numerous romantic novels, but she also wrote under her marri... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,143 | What title is used in Scotland for the chief magistrate or convener of a burgh council, the equivalent of a mayor in other parts of the English speaking world? | The Closes of Haddington by Lilian Main - issuu issuu THE CLOSES OF HADDINGTON A WALKING TOUR: Through the backstreets of History 2 Think before you bin this guide! After reading, pass it on to someone else who might find it useful, or recycle it. For electronic copies visit www.visitscotland.com/info/ towns-villages/e... | 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 |
1,509,144 | Name the venue for the first Winter Olympic Games, held in 1924 ? | First Winter Olympics - Jan 25, 1924 - HISTORY.com First Winter Olympics Publisher A+E Networks On January 25, 1924, the first Winter Olympics take off in style at Chamonix in the French Alps. Spectators were thrilled by the ski jump and bobsled as well as 12 other events involving a total of six sports. The “Internati... | Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games | Britannica.com Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games Alternative Title: XXI Olympic Winter Games Related Topics Hayley Wickenheiser officially XXI Olympic Winter Games, The XXI Olympic Winter Games opened in Vancouver, B.C., Can., on Feb. 12 and closed on Feb. 28, 2010. To celebrate the Games, Bri... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,145 | Which Italian university was founded circa 1088? | Top 10 Oldest Universities Around the World Top 10 Oldest Universities Around the World by Ejaz Khan The word university is derived from the Latin universitas magistrorum et scholarium, roughly meaning “community of teachers and scholars”. The term was coined by the Italian University of Bologna, which, with a traditio... | Top 10 Oldest Universities in the World: Ancient Colleges List of Smallest Ranked Colleges and Universities Top 10 Oldest Universities in the World: Ancient Colleges Unfortunately, the U.S. will never boast a medieval university, as this country’s origins, established in 1776 with the Declaration of Independence, were ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,146 | Robert Langdon is the main character of which famous novel published in 2003 ? | Essay on Angel and Demons Book Report - 360 Words Black Angels Book Report Essay ...Black Angels Particulars: Black Angels, a historical fiction book by Linda Beatrice Brown published in 2009 Main Characters: Luke- An 11-year-old slave who escapes hoping to head north and join the Union Army. Daylily- A 9-year-old slav... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,147 | Which English king was born in Bordeaux in 1367? | Richard II Plantagenet, King of England (1367 - c.1400) - Genealogy Richard II Plantagenet, King of England Also Known As: in Pontefract Castle, Yorkshire, England Cause of death: Westminster Abbey, Westminster, London, England Immediate Family: Jan 6 1367 - Bordeaux, Gironde, Aquitaine, France Death: Feb 14 1400 - Pon... | #OnThisDay in 1377: King Richard II succeeds King Edward III – Royal Central King Richard II; Photo By English: Anonymous - http://www.archist.com.au/assets/images/Richard_II.jpg, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5979094 King Richard II; Photo By English: Anonymous - http://www.archist.com... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,148 | Which Biblical king was the son of David and Bathsheba? | Bathsheba - Wife of King David and Mother of Solomon By Jack Zavada Updated December 21, 2015. The relationship between Bathsheba and King David did not begin well, but she later became his loyal wife and mother of King Solomon , the wisest ruler of Israel. David forced Bathsheba to commit adultery with him while her h... | Famous Kings in History - A Knowledge Archive You are here: Home Famous Famous Kings in History Famous Kings in History Posted on May 22, 2012 by DE | 0 Comments Both kings and dictators are autocrats- the domineering persons invested with absolute authority, but there is a subtle difference between them. Dictators usu... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,149 | What is the main ingredient of the traditional Scottish soup, 'Partan Bree'? | Traditional Scottish Recipes - Partan Bree Traditional Scottish Recipes - Partan Bree Partan is the Scots word for a crab and bree is a liquid in which something edible has been boiled and left to soak. So partan bree is crab soup! Ingredients: 2 oz (50g or � cup) rice 1 pint (600ml or 2� cups) milk 1 pint (600ml or 2�... | Slang terms at the Front - The British Library Slang terms at the Front Julian Walker explores the growth of slang used by soldiers in the trenches from describing food to alternate names for allies and enemies. Food The limited diet of the British soldier in the front line included Tickler’s Plum and Apple Jam, known ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,150 | For which film did Julia Roberts win the Best Actress Oscar in 2001? | Julia Roberts winning an Oscar® - YouTube Julia Roberts winning an Oscar® 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 ag... | 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 |
1,509,151 | "Who wrote the novel ""The Painted Veil""?" | The Painted Veil: W. Somerset Maugham: 9781400034215: Amazon.com: Books W. Somerset Maugham Next Special Offers and Product Promotions Editorial Reviews From Library Journal Shallow, poorly educated Kitty marries the passionate and intellectual Walter Fane and has an affair with a career politician, Charles Townsend, a... | Kazuo Ishiguro - Literature Literature Rogers, Coleridge & White Ltd Biography Kazuo Ishiguro was born in Nagasaki, Japan, on 8 November 1954. He came to Britain in 1960 when his father began research at the National Institute of Oceanography, and was educated at a grammar school for boys in Surrey. Afterwards he worke... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,152 | The Dardanelles in north-western Turkey connect the Aegean Sea to which other sea? | Dardanelles | strait, Turkey | Britannica.com Dardanelles Alternative Titles: Çanakkale Bŏgazi, Hellespont Related Topics Northwest Passage Dardanelles, formerly Hellespont, Turkish Çanakkale Boğazı, narrow strait in northwestern Turkey , 38 miles (61 km) long and 0.75 to 4 miles (1.2 to 6.5 km) wide, linking the Aegea... | The Seas of Asia : UnderwaterAsia.info The Line & The Triangle Lembeh Strait is considered to be an engine room of evolution. To the south of the Philippines, separated from the Sulu Sea by an ocean ridge, is the Celebes Sea. Part of the Coral Triangle, the Celebes Sea reaches the coast of northern Sulawesi, an incredi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,153 | Stretching a total of 264 miles, which is New Zealand's longest river? | New Zealand New Zealand Area: 268,680 square kilometers (103,737 square miles) Highest point on mainland: Mount Cook (3,764 meters/12,349 feet) Lowest point on land: Sea level Hemispheres: Southern and Eastern Time zone: 12 midnight = noon GMT Longest distances: 1,600 kilometers (994 miles) from north-northeast to sout... | Australian river catchments and the Great Artesian Basin | australia.gov.au Australian river catchments and the Great Artesian Basin Australian river catchments and the Great Artesian Basin Sydney harbour from 16,000 feet, 1966 by David Moore (1927–2003) Rivers are usually described in terms of their catchment areas. T... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,154 | Who had a UK No. 1 hit in 1960 with Only the Lonely? | Only the Lonely | The Huffington Post 21/10/2013 17:17 | Updated 21 December 2013 1.2k Neil Cossar More music trivia than you can shake a stick at - editor of This Day in Music In Oct 1960, Roy Orbison had his first UK No.1 single with Only The Lonely which was the first of 33 UK hits. The song was turned down by The E... | Index-a The live album Beauty and the Beat featured pianist George Shearring and which singer? Peggy Lee Whose band was the Tijuana Brass? Herb Alpert Who were Cliff Richard's backing group through the 60s? The Shadows Who were the famous backing singers on most of Elvis Presley's early hits? The Jordanaires The... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,155 | Which planet in our solar system is known as ‘The Blue Planet’? | Planet Neptune: Facts About Its Orbit, Moons & Rings Planet Neptune: Facts About Its Orbit, Moons & Rings By Charles Q. Choi, Space.com Contributor | November 25, 2014 05:14pm ET MORE Neptune’s winds travel at more than 1,500 mph, and are the fastest planetary winds in the solar system. Credit: NASA/JPL Neptune is the ... | Pluto and the Solar System | IAU Pluto and the Solar System Pluto and the Developing Landscape of Our Solar System The discovery of Pluto Nearly eighty years ago an astronomer working at the Lowell Observatory in the United States made a discovery that would ultimately initiate a dramatic change in the way we look at o... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,156 | In Britain, the Education Act of March 1944 provided free what in schools to all children in the UK under the age of 18? | Education in England - Timeline Education in England: Chapter 13 2010-2015 Gove v The Blob this is a draft of a chapter which will form part of the revised version currently in preparation BA Hons Editorial Services Gillian Rathbone copy-edits Education in England: a brief history. If you're writing an essay, article, ... | 100 children's TV stars .. where are they now? Remember it's Friday, it's five o'clock...? Or Basil Brush's boom-boom? A new BBC4 show takes a nostalgic look at kids' favourite TV shows through the years from the innocent Muffin The Mule to the gritty Grange Hill. Here we find out what 100 famous children's presenters ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,157 | Which male name comes from the Greek meaning farmer or agriculture? | Farmer, Peasant Names for Boys Barric [Beric, Barak, Barrick], Bartholomew [Bat, Thole, Bartt, Bertel, Bartow, Bartome, ..], Bartlet [Bartlett, Bartlitt], Beebe , Bond , Bosworth , Calumet [Callumet], Carley [Carleigh], Carlton ▼ [Carlson, Carston, Carleton, Charlton], Chadwick ▼ [Chadwyck], Charlton [Carlton, Carleton... | Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Arnold PRONOUNCED: AHR-nəld (English), AHR-nawlt (German) [key] Meaning & History From a Germanic name meaning "eagle power", derived from the elements arn "eagle" and wald "power". The Normans brought it to England, where it replaced the Old English cognate Ea... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,158 | "What Shakespeare play features the line, ""We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...""?" | Band of Brothers, the Phrase in History and Literature Frederick Douglass | Bonnie Blue Flag | Hail Columbia | 101st Airborne Band of Brothers in History and Literature A fairly thorough search of classical literature archives reveals that the first use of the term, "Band of Brothers" was by perhaps the greatest of Eng... | 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers' - the meaning and origin of this phrase Famous Last Words Browse phrases beginning with: We few, we happy few, we band of brothers Meaning One of the well-known lines from the St. Crispin's Day Speech of Shakespeare's Henry V. Origin From Shakespeare's Henry V, 1598: KING HEN... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,159 | Which tree is sometimes called the “false plane” tree? | Re: Sycamore vs Sweet Gum? *PIC* Re: Sycamore vs Sweet Gum? *PIC* Response To: Sycamore vs Sweet Gum? () John K Jordan >Sweetgum and Sycamore have quite different fruit. (photos below) The bark is much different as well - sycamore bark is very distinctive with mottled "camouflauge" bark that is often peeling - sweetgum... | What Tree Is That?™ Mobile What Tree Is That?™ Mobile Does the tree bear cones and have leaves that are needle-like? CLUE: These trees are called CONIFERS (cone-bearing) and most are EVERGREEN (trees with needles or leaves that remain alive and on the tree through the winter and into the next growing season). - OR - Do... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,160 | What city were Cato, Scipio, and Crassus from? | Cato the Younger Cato the Younger Marius Sulla Pompey Crassus Caesar Cicero Cato the Younger Brutus Octavius Marcus Antonius Lepidus Agrippa Cleopatra Introduction Cato the Younger, so called to distinguish him from his famous great-grandfather Cato the Elder, was one of the most fascinating figures of the Late Roman R... | Octavian - Augustus 'Augustus' Gaius Julius Octavius (63 BC - AD 14) The future emperor Augustus was born into an equestrian family as Gaius Octavius at Rome on 23 September 63 BC. His father, Gaius Octavius, was the first in the family to become a senator, but died when Octavian was only four. It was his mother who ha... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,161 | Because of an uprising that began in France and quickly spread to Italy, the Austrian Empire and Germany, which year of the 19'th century became known as the ' Year of Revolutions ' ? | SparkNotes: Europe (1815-1848): Germany and Prussia in 1848 Germany and Prussia in 1848 Germany and Prussia in 1848 → 1848 Revolutions: The Austrian Empire Germany and Prussia in 1848, page 2 page 1 of 2 Summary Prussia In Prussia, the old king, Frederick William III, had always been opposed to giving the Prussian peop... | Boxer Rebellion | Qing Dynasty Boxer Rebellion View More The Boxer Rebellion, also known as Boxer Uprising or Yihetuan Movement, was a proto-nationalist movement by the Righteous Harmony Society in China between 1898 and 1901, opposing foreign imperialism and Christianity. The uprising took place in response to foreign... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,162 | What is the name of the test cricket venue in Leeds, England? | Is the allocation of England's home Test match venues fair? | Open thread | Sport | The Guardian Sportblog Is the allocation of England's home Test match venues fair? Has the ECB got it right by retaining two Tests for Lord's each summer with one for The Oval, and giving Cardiff another Ashes Test after the disappointi... | CRICKET PLAYERS & NICKNAMES ... endless! by Chinaroad Australia's 1948 tour of England � The Invincibles Australian national cricket team � Baggy Greens Bangladeshi national cricket team � The Tigers Canadian national cricket team � One Man Band New Zealand national cricket team � The Black Caps, The Kiwi... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,163 | Which common four letter word takes its name from the Greek meaning 'sound returned'? | What are the most beautiful words in English? | Dictionary.com Blog Reply MIM - August 16, 2016 - 7:01 pm I could not believe it when I read that “cellar door.” is often held up as an example of the most euphonic sound combination. When I hear /speak those words, all I can think of is the opening to a cold, dark place... | Account Suspended Account Suspended This Account has been suspended. Contact your hosting provider for more information. | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,164 | "Which religious organisation's newspaper is called ""The War Cry""?" | BBC - Religions - Christianity: Salvation Army Salvation Army Last updated 2009-07-30 About the quasi-military Protestant Christian group known as the Salvation Army, its organisation, charity work and famous connection with music. On this page Introduction Introduction The Salvation Army is a Protestant denomination o... | General Knowledge #5 - StudyBlue Good to have you back! If you've signed in to StudyBlue with Facebook in the past, please do that again. General Knowledge #5 What does the legal term �caveat emptor� mean? Let the buyer beware Which Russian author wrote the novel A Month in the Country? Ivan Turgenev What do the initia... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,165 | The headquarters of the International Ice Hockey Federation is in which European city | Champions Hockey League Champions Hockey League Past winners Champions Hockey League The Champions Hockey League was introduced for the 2008/2009 season with champions and top teams from seven European countries. The ZSC Lions Zurich (Switzerland) won the first edition in an exciting home-and-away final against Metallu... | Americas | United Nations United Nations Americas Americas The centre of UN activity in North America is New York City, USA, host of the United Nations Headquarters. The centre of UN activity in South America is Santiago, Chile, home to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean . UN Photo/Eskinder De... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,166 | A podiatrist works on which part of the human body? | Foot & Ankle Anatomy - Foot Anatomy - HealthCommunities.com Foot & Ankle Anatomy Print Anatomy of the Foot and Ankle The human foot combines mechanical complexity and structural strength. The ankle serves as foundation, shock absorber and propulsion engine. The foot can sustain enormous pressure (several tons over the ... | Systems of the Body, Body Systems, Human Anatomy, Anatomy After reading one of the Body Systems - Go take a Quiz! Hair is a "keratinized" threadlike outgrowth from the skin of mammals. A mammal is an animal in the class Mammalia that are distinguished by having hair, a self-regulating body temperature, and in females t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,167 | "Which U.S. born sculptor's works include ""Genesis"", ""The Rock Drill"" and ""Jacob and the Angel""?" | Jacob Epstein: Modern Sculptor, Biography For the evolution of plastic art, see: History of Sculpture . For the world's finest 3-D works, see: Greatest Sculptures . For the best artists, see: Greatest Sculptors . Introduction The American-born British sculptor Sir Jacob Epstein, was one of the mos... | The Virgin of the Rocks Renaissance Blog The Virgin of the Rocks. It seems strange that in The Virgin of the Rocks we see two complete versions of a subject from an artist who failed to finish so many of his commissions. Leonardo's Louvre version of 1483/1486 is the earlier of the two works while the National Galler... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,168 | Lake Nasser is in which African country? | Lake Nasser | lake, Africa | Britannica.com Lake Nasser Alternative Titles: Buḥayrat Nāṣir, Lake Nubia Similar Topics Lake Nyasa Lake Nasser, also called Lake Nubia, reservoir on the Nile River , in Upper Egypt and northern Sudan . It was created by the impounding of the Nile’s waters by the Aswan High Dam , which was ... | Presidents of Egypt Presidents of Egypt Egypt's new President, Mohammed Morsi Flag of Egypt Presidents of Egypt President Muhammad Naguib (in office June 18,1953 to November 14, 1954)--Assumed office after leading the Egyptian Revolution of 1952, in which King Farouk was overthown by then-Lieutenant General Muhammad... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,169 | Which is the northernmost Scandinavian country? | The Countries of Scandinavia The Countries of Scandinavia Updated August 30, 2016. Where is Scandinavia: Scandinavia is a region in northern Europe . The Scandinavian Peninsula is the largest peninsula in Europe and it extends from above the Arctic Circle to the North and Baltic Seas. Scandinavia is a historical and ge... | The Vikings homeland is Scandinavian The Viking Age: 793-1066 AD The Vikings landed in Greenland and parts of Canada 500 years prior to Columbus. They dominated trade and exploration from 793 AD until 1066 AD. This time period was known as the Viking Age. The main reason for Viking success was their ships an... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,170 | From which empire did Greece gain its independece, in 1830? | War of Greek Independence | Britannica.com War of Greek Independence revolution War of Greek Independence, (1821–32), rebellion of Greeks within the Ottoman Empire , a struggle which resulted in the establishment of an independent kingdom of Greece . The rebellion originated in the activities of the Philikí Etaireía (“... | George II (Greek: Γεώργιος Β', Βασιλεύς των Ελλήνων) (20 July 1890 - 1 April 1947) ruled Greece from 1922 to 1924 and from 1935 to 1947. Early life, first period of kingship and exile George was born at the royal villa at Tatoi, near Athens, the eldest son of Constantine I, King of the Hellenes and his wife, Princess S... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,171 | Name the musical composer of 'The Mother Goose Suite'? | Ravel's Mother Goose Suite - Delicate Childhood Stories Ravel's Mother Goose Suite Delicate Childhood Stories The Ravel Mother Goose suite (Ma Mere l'Oye) is a charmingly delicate and imaginative little suite of fairytale pieces. At first a four-hand piano suite, Maurice Ravel's orchestral ballet version made it well-k... | Classical Music Composers :: Chopin An emotional and complex piano solo which is alleged to be Chopin's attempt to reflect his unhappiness in Vienna. It has been widely used in films, (such as 'The Pianist'), and even in video games, 'Fallout 4'). £22.99 Delicate lullaby for piano written by Chopin as variations on a t... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
1,509,172 | Which football club did David Moyes manage before Everton, from 1998-2002? | David Moyes | Everton Football Club Manager: 2002 - 2013 Former Celtic player David Moyes became Walter Smith's successor on 14 March 2002. A player at Preston North End before taking over as manager from Gary Peters in 1998, the team were promoted to the First Division in May 2000. Preston missed out on promotion to t... | 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 |
1,509,173 | Which Scottish castle did Queen Victoria and husband Prince Albert buy in 1852? | Balmoral - The history of the Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family. The history of the Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family Balmoral Castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852, having been first leased in 1848. In the autumn of... | 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 |
1,509,174 | Three Mile Island, scene of a 1979 radio-active disaster, is in which US state? | Three Mile Island | TMI 2 |Three Mile Island Accident. - World Nuclear Association Three Mile Island Accident (March 2001, minor update Jan 2012) In 1979 at Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in USA a cooling malfunction caused part of the core to melt in the #2 reactor. The TMI-2 reactor was destroyed. Some radioac... | J.R. Ewing (Character) - Biography biography from "Dallas" (1978) The content of this page was created by users. It has not been screened or verified by IMDb staff. Warning! This character biography may contain plot spoilers. Visit our Character Biography Help to learn more. Character Biography History Discuss Born in ... | trivia_qa.jsonl |
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