A Trivia Quiz On Alexander Von Humboldt's Life!

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1. Alexander Von Humboldt main field of study was?

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Alexander Von Humboldt's main field of study was geography. This is evident from his extensive travels and exploration of various regions, including South America, where he conducted detailed scientific observations and measurements. Humboldt's work focused on understanding the interconnectedness of nature and the Earth's physical and cultural phenomena. He made significant contributions to the field of geography through his exploration, mapping, and scientific analysis of geographical features, climate patterns, and human societies.

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Probably while studying geography or botany, you may have come across the nomenclature Alexander Von Humboldt, a scientists of Prussian descent who invested his time and wealth improving all facets of science especially in areas like geography, botany, sea biology and mineralogy. However, is that all there is to the... see morelegend Alexander Von Humboldt? Take this fast quiz to know. see less

2. Alexander was born in which country?

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Alexander was born in Germany.

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3. Where country did Alexander died?

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Alexander the Great, the famous ancient Greek king, died in Babylon, which is not listed as an option in the given choices. Therefore, the correct answer is not available and the question is incomplete.

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4. Alexander was born in what month?

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The question asks for the month in which Alexander was born. The correct answer is September.

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5. Which of the following was named after Alexander?

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None of the options provided in the question were named after Alexander. This implies that there is no connection between Alexander and an asteroid, a plant, or a bird. Therefore, the correct answer is "None of the above."

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6. All of the following were influenced by Alexander except?

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This question is asking which of the given options was not influenced by Alexander. The options provided are Charlie Darwin, Washington Irving, "All of the above", and "None of the above". The correct answer is "None of the above" because it indicates that none of the options were influenced by Alexander. This means that both Charlie Darwin and Washington Irving were influenced by Alexander, and the option "All of the above" is incorrect because it includes both of these individuals.

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7. Alexander attended all of these schools except?

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8. Who inherited Humboldt's estate?

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Seifert inherited Humboldt's estate.

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9. Which of the following University was named after Alexander?

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The University of Berlin was named after Alexander von Humboldt, a renowned German scientist and explorer. He played a significant role in the establishment of the university and his name was chosen to honor his contributions to academia and scientific research. The University of Frankfurt, on the other hand, was not named after Alexander and therefore is not the correct answer.

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10. Alexander collected which of the following Awards?

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Alexander collected the Copley Medal.

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Alexander Von Humboldt main field of study was?
Alexander was born in which country?
Where country did Alexander died?
Alexander was born in what month?
Which of the following was named after Alexander?
All of the following were influenced by Alexander except?
Alexander attended all of these schools except?
Who inherited Humboldt's estate?
Which of the following University was named after Alexander?
Alexander collected which of the following Awards?
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