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    What does 'M' in Einsteins' historically famous conclusion "E=MC Squared" stand for?

    • Minor
    • Major
    • Method
    • Mass
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Well, do you think you're smart enough? Are you interested in current affairs and history? Do you know each and everything? If you do, then take this quiz to test your knowledge and prove your mettle. There is a list of 10 puzzling general questions related to history, science, and literature. Read the questions carefully and answer. Let's try it out. All the best!

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  • 2. 

    The legendary jean company Levi's was founded by creator Levi who?

    • Strouss

    • Strausse

    • Strauss

    • Strousse

    Correct Answer
    A. Strauss
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Strauss. The legendary jean company Levi's was founded by its creator, Levi Strauss.

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  • 3. 

    Alfred Nobel had a hit in the mid-1800s with his invention, in what?

    • Grandfather Clock

    • Invention of the word 'Noble.'

    • Dynamite

    • Peanut Butter as an Explosive

    Correct Answer
    A. Dynamite
    Explanation
    Alfred Nobel had a hit in the mid-1800s with his invention of dynamite. Dynamite revolutionized the construction and mining industries by providing a safer and more efficient method of blasting. It was a powerful explosive made from a mixture of nitroglycerin, a highly volatile liquid, and an absorbent material. Nobel's invention had a significant impact on various industries and played a crucial role in shaping modern infrastructure and mining practices.

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  • 4. 

    Which author claimed to fame quickly with his book, "Carrie"?

    • Stephen King

    • Dean Koontz

    • Charles Dickens

    • William Shakespeare

    Correct Answer
    A. Stephen King
    Explanation
    Stephen King quickly gained fame with his book "Carrie." This novel, published in 1974, was King's first published novel and became a bestseller. It tells the story of a high school girl with telekinetic powers who seeks revenge on her classmates. The success of "Carrie" launched Stephen King's career as a renowned author of horror and suspense novels, making him one of the most popular and influential writers in the genre.

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  • 5. 

    What was Einsteins' fathers' name?

    • Hermann

    • Hermein

    • Hermeen

    • Herb

    Correct Answer
    A. Hermann
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hermann.

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  • 6. 

    In which year of the First World War Germany declared war on Russia and France?

    • 1914

    • 1915

    • 1916

    • 1917

    Correct Answer
    A. 1914
    Explanation
    Germany declared war on Russia and France in 1914 at the beginning of the First World War. This marked the start of the conflict and the escalation of tensions between the European powers. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in June 1914 triggered a series of events that eventually led to Germany's declaration of war on Russia and France. This decision by Germany set in motion a chain reaction of declarations and alliances that plunged the world into a devastating global conflict.

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  • 7. 

    A ghost is often called what?

    • Specter

    • Spectra

    • Spactre

    • Spectre

    Correct Answer
    A. Spectre
    Explanation
    A ghost is often referred to as a spectre.

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  • 8. 

    What Latin phrase would translate to 'from an angry man.'

    • An irato

    • Ab irato

    • El irate

    • Ab irate

    Correct Answer
    A. Ab irato
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Ab irato." This Latin phrase translates to "from an angry man." "Ab" means "from" and "irato" means "angry." Therefore, "Ab irato" accurately conveys the meaning of "from an angry man" in Latin.

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  • 9. 

    With which sport is the Jules Rimet trophy associated?

    • Basketball

    • Football

    • Hockey

    • Golf

    Correct Answer
    A. Football
    Explanation
    The Jules Rimet trophy is associated with football. Jules Rimet was the president of FIFA and he initiated the creation of the FIFA World Cup. The trophy was named in his honor and was awarded to the winners of the World Cup from 1930 to 1970. It is one of the most iconic trophies in football history.

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  • 10. 

    When did Edmund Hillary die?

    • January 9th 2008

    • January 10th 2008

    • January 11th 2008

    • He Lives Eternal

    Correct Answer
    A. January 11th 2008
    Explanation
    Edmund Hillary died on January 11th, 2008.

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