So You Think You're Smart ...Huh?
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Who painted this picture?
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Picasso
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Van Gogh
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Adolf Hitler
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Musoloni
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A fun quiz to test your knowledge. 10 questions 5 minutes. . . Lets see how fast your grey matter or fingers work ;P
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What is the Killer Whale categorized under?
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Whales
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Dolphins
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Sharks
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Amphibians
Correct Answer
A. DolphinsExplanation
The Killer Whale is categorized under dolphins because it is actually the largest member of the dolphin family. Despite its name, it is not a whale but rather a type of dolphin. Killer Whales, also known as orcas, share many characteristics with other dolphins such as their social behavior, intelligence, and communication skills. They are highly adaptable and can be found in oceans all around the world.Rate this question:
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What did Obama win Nobel Prize for?
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Nothing
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Peace
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Economics
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Public Policy
Correct Answer
A. PeaceExplanation
Obama won the Nobel Prize for Peace. This prestigious award was given to him in 2009 for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples. As the 44th President of the United States, Obama made significant contributions towards resolving conflicts, promoting nuclear disarmament, and fostering a more peaceful world. His diplomatic initiatives and commitment to dialogue and cooperation were recognized and honored by the Nobel Committee through this award.Rate this question:
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Which water body has the highest salt content, so much so that you can actually float in the water?
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Salt Lake
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Black Sea
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Dead Sea
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Aral Sea
Correct Answer
A. Dead SeaExplanation
The Dead Sea has the highest salt content among the given options. Its salt concentration is so high that it allows for high buoyancy, making it possible for individuals to float effortlessly on the surface of the water. This is due to the high levels of salt and minerals, such as magnesium, calcium, and potassium, which give the water its unique properties.Rate this question:
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If sin : cos then cosec:?
Correct Answer
secant
sec
Secant
SecExplanation
The given question is asking for the relationship between cosec and sin, given that sin is related to cos. In trigonometry, cosec is the reciprocal of sin, just like secant is the reciprocal of cos. Therefore, the correct answer is secant. The variations in capitalization (sec, Secant, Sec) do not affect the explanation.Rate this question:
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The 'Fat Man" and " Little Boy" changed the history of the world. Who're they?
Correct Answer
Nuclear bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Nuclear bombs
Bombs dropped on Hiroshima and NagasakiExplanation
The correct answer is Nuclear bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Nuclear bombs, Bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. These options refer to the two atomic bombs that were dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II. The bombings had a significant impact on history as they led to Japan's surrender and the end of the war. The use of nuclear weapons in warfare also marked a turning point in the development of military technology and raised ethical and moral concerns about the use of such destructive weapons.Rate this question:
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What triggered the First World War?
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Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria killed the price of Dachau
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Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assasinated
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Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria eloped with the pricess of a german state
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Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria had nothing to do with the World war
Correct Answer
A. Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assasinatedExplanation
The correct answer is that Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated. His assassination is considered one of the main triggers for the First World War. The assassination took place on June 28, 1914, in Sarajevo, Bosnia, when a Serbian nationalist named Gavrilo Princip shot and killed the Archduke and his wife. This event led to a series of political and military alliances being activated, ultimately resulting in the outbreak of the war.Rate this question:
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What does Commanding Heights, a famous book by Daniel Yergin talk about?
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Upheavels and Ravages of War
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Ecological Imbalance
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It's a fiction describing battles between the ROMAN and Egyptian Kingdoms
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The reason for the economic conditions conditions
Correct Answer
A. The reason for the economic conditions conditionsExplanation
The book "Commanding Heights" by Daniel Yergin talks about the reasons behind the economic conditions.Rate this question:
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Where was mother Teresa a native of?
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India
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Albania
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Hungary
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Yugoslavia
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A. AlbaniaExplanation
Mother Teresa was a native of Albania. This means that she was born and raised in Albania.Rate this question:
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If you're confronted with a unfriendly dog, what do experts suggest you do?
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Run for your life
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Stand still and pretend to be unaffected by its behaviour
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Climb a near by tree
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Attack the dog
Correct Answer
A. Stand still and pretend to be unaffected by its behaviourExplanation
Experts suggest that when confronted with an unfriendly dog, you should stand still and pretend to be unaffected by its behavior. This approach helps to avoid escalating the situation and provoking the dog further. Running may trigger the dog's predatory instinct, while climbing a tree might not always be possible or practical. Attacking the dog is not recommended as it can lead to aggression and potential harm. By standing still and appearing calm, you are signaling to the dog that you are not a threat, which may help diffuse the situation.Rate this question:
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What are the names of the current W.T. offices in Madivala
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M1
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M2
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M3
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M4
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A. M2
A. M3
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My father negotiated my country's independence from the British and my mother was the ambassador to India and Nepal from my country. I've alway fought for democracy and always will. Who am I?
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Mohandas Gandhi
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Aung San Su Kyi
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Rajeev Gandhi
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Sirimavo Bandaranaike
Correct Answer
A. Aung San Su KyiExplanation
Aung San Su Kyi is the correct answer because she is known for her fight for democracy in Myanmar. Her father, Aung San, negotiated Myanmar's independence from British colonial rule, and her mother, Daw Khin Kyi, served as Myanmar's ambassador to India and Nepal. Aung San Su Kyi has been a prominent figure in advocating for democracy and human rights in Myanmar throughout her political career.Rate this question:
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What/Who am I
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A butterfly which has just emerged from its pupa
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A caterpillar yawning
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Cactus
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Venus fly trap
Correct Answer
A. Venus fly trapExplanation
The correct answer is venus fly trap because it is the only option that aligns with the given description. A butterfly emerging from its pupa and a caterpillar yawning are both stages in the life cycle of a butterfly, not characteristics of a venus fly trap. Cactus is unrelated to the given description. The venus fly trap, on the other hand, is a plant known for its carnivorous behavior of trapping and digesting insects, which matches the idea of a butterfly just emerging from its pupa.Rate this question:
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You're travelling in Europe and if someone asks you, "Auf Wiedersehen", how will you respond?
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Danke
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Auf Wiedersehen
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Verloren Werden
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Weggehen
Correct Answer
A. Auf WiedersehenExplanation
The correct answer is "Auf Wiedersehen" because it is a common German phrase used to say goodbye. It literally translates to "until we see each other again" and is a polite and formal way to bid farewell.Rate this question:
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If the letter 'i' is part of an equation what does it signify?
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A variable
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An integer
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A complex number
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Alphabet
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A. A variable
A. An integer
A. A complex numberExplanation
The letter 'i' is commonly used to represent the imaginary unit in mathematics. In equations, when 'i' is part of an equation, it signifies a complex number. Complex numbers are numbers that consist of a real part and an imaginary part, where the imaginary part is multiplied by 'i'. However, it is important to note that 'i' can also be used to represent a variable or an integer in different contexts.Rate this question:
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