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SDC Trivia Game #637 - 21/02/2025

Question 1: Which country is home to the most native speakers of Spanish?

Despite the language originating from Spain, Mexico has the largest population of native Spanish speakers, with estimates suggesting that there are over 120 million Spanish speakers in Mexico.


Question 2: What was the primary reason Japanese cities were chosen for atomic bomb drops during World War II?

Hiroshima and Nagasaki were chosen for the atomic bombings because they had not been heavily damaged by previous bombing raids, making them suitable to demonstrate the bomb's destructive capacity. Hiroshima was bombed on August 6, 1945, followed by Nagasaki on August 9, 1945.


Question 3: When did the Battle of Gallipoli, an important campaign for Australian and New Zealand troops, take place during World War I?

The Battle of Gallipoli lasted from April 25th to December 20th, 1915. It was a significant campaign for the Allies that ultimately ended in defeat. Today, April 25th is commemorated as ANZAC Day in Australia and New Zealand to remember those who fought and died during the campaign.



Question 4: Where was the world's first public tram service established?

The world's first public tram service was introduced in Birkenhead, England in 1860. The tramway was an immediate success, and it set the standard for modern public transport.


Question 5: Who is known as the "Father of Modern Physics"?

Galileo Galilei was an Italian physicist, mathematician, and astronomer who played a major role in the Scientific Revolution. His discoveries and experiments contributed significantly to the fields of motion, astronomy, and the development of the scientific method.


Question 6: Where is the fictional city of Gotham, home to Batman, often suggested to be located?

While Gotham's exact location has varied across different interpretations, elements suggest it is in New Jersey. The city has been said to be a stand-in for aspects of New York City, which lies across the river from typically depicted locations of Gotham in DC Comics.


Question 7: Who is known as the father of modern chemistry?

Antoine Lavoisier is considered the father of modern chemistry for his seminal work on the nature of chemical reactions and the law of conservation of mass. His work also led to the development of a systematic chemical nomenclature.



Question 8: When was the Grand Canyon National Park established?

President Woodrow Wilson signed the act establishing Grand Canyon National Park in 1919. The park is one of the most visited in the United States and is known for its visually overwhelming size and its intricate and colorful landscape.


Question 9: What is the maximum number of terms that a U.S. president can serve?

The 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1951, limits presidents to a maximum of two full terms in office. Prior to this, Franklin D. Roosevelt served an unprecedented four terms from 1933 to 1945.


Question 10: When was the United Nations officially established?

The UN officially came into existence on October 24, 1945, after its charter was ratified by the five permanent members of the Security Council and a majority of other signatories. It replaced the League of Nations.


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Question 5: Albert Einstein is widely recognized as the "Father of Modern Physics" due to his groundbreaking theories like the theory of relativity, which revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and energy.
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