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Question 1: When was Pluto demoted from being a planet to a dwarf planet?
Question 2: The musical "Cats" was composed by which famous musician?
Andrew Lloyd Webber, one of the most successful musical theatre composers of all time, composed "Cats". The musical is based on "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" by T. S. Eliot.
Question 3: What type of mythical creature is a werewolf?
Werewolves are creatures from folklore that are humans but have the ability to shapeshift into a wolf or a therianthropic hybrid wolf-like creature, either purposely, being bitten by another werewolf, or after being placed under a curse. This transformation is often associated with a full moon.
Question 4: In which book series do the characters: Harry, Hermione, and Ron appear?
Harry, Hermione, and Ron are the main characters in the Harry Potter series, written by J.K. Rowling. The series consists of seven books, portraying their adventures at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Question 5: When in psychology, does 'cognitive dissonance' refer to?
Cognitive dissonance is a theory in social psychology. It proposes that people have an inner need to ensure that their beliefs and behaviors are consistent. If inconsistency (dissonance) is detected, it leads to discomfort, which we're motivated to reduce.
Question 6: Where does the legend of the vampire originate?
The legend of the vampire predominantly originates from Eastern Europe, specifically from Serbian and Romanian folklore. However, most cultures have their own versions of undead creatures or blood-sucking entities.
Question 7: Why is photosynthesis important for plants?
Photosynthesis is a process used by plants to convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy that can be used to fuel the plants' activities. Basically, it helps plants make their own food.
Question 8: If an animal species is classified as "endangered," what does it mean?
An endangered species is a species that is at a high risk of becoming extinct in the near future, either due to drastic population decline or because of the changing environmental or predation parameters. This classification is determined by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Question 9: In which country would you find the city of Dubai?
Dubai is one of the seven emirates that make up the country of the United Arab Emirates. It is renowned for its modern architecture and luxurious lifestyle.
Question 10: Where is the headquarters of the automobile manufacturer BMW located?
BMW, which stands for Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, is headquartered in Munich, Germany. The company was originally established in 1916, and has grown to be a global leader in premium vehicle markets.
In 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) officially redefined the definition of a planet which resulted in the re-classification of Pluto as a dwarf planet.