I was not so good today.SDC Trivia Game #103 - 06/09/2023
Question 1: If Clark Kent is Superman's alias, which superhero operates under the alias Bruce Wayne?
Question 2: Why are flamingos pink?
Flamingos are pink because their diet is rich in beta-carotene, a red-orange pigment that's found in high numbers within brine shrimp and blue-green algae. This pigment gets deposited in their feathers and results in their pink color.
Question 3: Why is Ludwig van Beethoven considered a significant figure in the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of music?
Ludwig van Beethoven, a pivotal figure in the history of classical music, pushed the boundaries of the Classical form, expanding its expressiveness and drama, which led to the advent of the Romantic era. His compositions are famous for their emotional depth and innovative orchestration.
Question 4: What is the official distance of a marathon race?
The standard marathon distance of 26.2 miles (42.195 kilometers) was set by the 1908 London Olympic Games. This was the exact distance from Windsor Castle to the Olympic Stadium.
Question 5: Which film won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020?
Parasite, a film by South Korean director Bong Joon-ho, made history at the 2020 Academy Awards by becoming the first non-English language film to win the Best Picture Award.
Question 6: Where is the original statue 'The Thinker' located?
'The Thinker' is one of Auguste Rodin's most famous sculptures and it is located in the Musée Rodin in Paris. Cast in bronze, it was initially named The Poet and was part of a large commission for a doorway surround called The Gates of Hell.
Question 7: What is the holy book of Islam?
The Quran, also spelled as Qur'an, is the holy book of Islam. Muslims believe it to be the word of God as revealed to Muhammad by the archangel Gabriel.
Question 8: If you are formatting a document, what does "WYSIWYG" stand for?
"What You See Is What You Get" refers to systems where the display on screen matches the final product. It is often used in the context of word processors or website builders, where the user interface mirrors the appearance of the final output.
Question 9: In which country was the car company BMW founded?
BMW, which stands for Bayerische Motoren Werke, was founded in Germany in 1916. Its headquarters are located in Munich.
Question 10: Who directed the film "The Godfather"?
The Godfather, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, is often considered one of the greatest films in world cinema—and it was a major success at the time of its release in 1972. It has had a significant impact on the perception of Mafia in popular culture.
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I got 10 out of 10 (100%) answers correct on SDC Trivia Game #103SDC Trivia Game #103 - 06/09/2023
Question 1: If Clark Kent is Superman's alias, which superhero operates under the alias Bruce Wayne?
Bruce Wayne is the billionaire owner of Wayne Enterprises in Gotham City, but when night falls, he becomes Batman, a superhero dedicated to fighting crime and injustice.
Question 2: Why are flamingos pink?
Flamingos are pink because their diet is rich in beta-carotene, a red-orange pigment that's found in high numbers within brine shrimp and blue-green algae. This pigment gets deposited in their feathers and results in their pink color.
Question 3: Why is Ludwig van Beethoven considered a significant figure in the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of music?
Ludwig van Beethoven, a pivotal figure in the history of classical music, pushed the boundaries of the Classical form, expanding its expressiveness and drama, which led to the advent of the Romantic era. His compositions are famous for their emotional depth and innovative orchestration.
Question 4: What is the official distance of a marathon race?
The standard marathon distance of 26.2 miles (42.195 kilometers) was set by the 1908 London Olympic Games. This was the exact distance from Windsor Castle to the Olympic Stadium.
Question 5: Which film won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020?
Parasite, a film by South Korean director Bong Joon-ho, made history at the 2020 Academy Awards by becoming the first non-English language film to win the Best Picture Award.
Question 6: Where is the original statue 'The Thinker' located?
'The Thinker' is one of Auguste Rodin's most famous sculptures and it is located in the Musée Rodin in Paris. Cast in bronze, it was initially named The Poet and was part of a large commission for a doorway surround called The Gates of Hell.
Question 7: What is the holy book of Islam?
The Quran, also spelled as Qur'an, is the holy book of Islam. Muslims believe it to be the word of God as revealed to Muhammad by the archangel Gabriel.
Question 8: If you are formatting a document, what does "WYSIWYG" stand for?
"What You See Is What You Get" refers to systems where the display on screen matches the final product. It is often used in the context of word processors or website builders, where the user interface mirrors the appearance of the final output.
Question 9: In which country was the car company BMW founded?
BMW, which stands for Bayerische Motoren Werke, was founded in Germany in 1916. Its headquarters are located in Munich.
Question 10: Who directed the film "The Godfather"?
The Godfather, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, is often considered one of the greatest films in world cinema—and it was a major success at the time of its release in 1972. It has had a significant impact on the perception of Mafia in popular culture.
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Bruce Wayne is the billionaire owner of Wayne Enterprises in Gotham City, but when night falls, he becomes Batman, a superhero dedicated to fighting crime and injustice.