SDC Trivia Game #121 - 24/09/2023I managed 9 out of 10 but I reckon your answer to number 6 is incorrect. Saturn has now overtaken Jupiter as the planet with the most moons!!!!
SDC Trivia Game #121 - 24/09/2023
Question 1: If you suffer from arachnophobia, what are you afraid of?
Question 2: When in Greek mythology, is Hades the god of?
Hades is the god of the Underworld, a place where souls go after death, in Greek mythology. Despite his dark domain, Hades was not typically associated with evil.
Question 3: Which ancient civilization constructed the Great Pyramid of Giza?
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu around 2580-2560 BC, which means it's more than 4,000 years old. This pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and is the only one to remain largely intact.
Question 4: Why was Al Capone, the notorious gangster, ultimately jailed?
While Al Capone was infamous for numerous crimes during the Prohibition era, including bootlegging and organised crime, it was tax evasion that ultimately led to his imprisonment in 1931. Despite the violent crimes he was involved in, it proved difficult to gather enough evidence to convict him for these. As a result, the government targeted his income, leading to his downfall.
Question 5: Why is Angelina Jolie famous?
Angelina Jolie is known for her roles in films like "Tomb Raider", "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" and "Maleficent". She has also been involved in major humanitarian efforts, such as her work with the United Nations as a Goodwill Ambassador and later as a Special Envoy.
Question 6: In our solar system, which planet has the largest number of moons?
As of 2020, Jupiter has a staggering 79 confirmed moons, the most of any planet in our solar system, followed by Saturn with 62. Jupiter's four largest moons, known as the Galilean moons, were discovered by Galileo in 1610.
Question 7: Where is the headquarters of luxury carmaker Ferrari?
Ferrari is an iconic Italian luxury sports car manufacturer based in Maranello, Italy. It was founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1939.
Question 8: Why is the Dead Sea called "Dead"?
The Dead Sea has a 33.7% salinity level, which is one of the highest in the world. This extreme salt concentration prevents plants and fish from living in it, hence its name 'Dead Sea'.
Question 9: If the President and Vice President of the United States are unable to serve, who is next in line of succession?
The Presidential Succession Act specifies that if both the President and Vice President are unable to serve, the Speaker of the House of Representatives becomes President. Once the Speaker is sworn in, he or she may either opt to remain in the position or may call for a new election.
Question 10: The 'Rorschach test' is often associated with what area of psychology?
The Rorschach Test, created by Swiss psychiatrist Hermann Rorschach, is a projective test used to evaluate personality traits and emotional functioning by interpreting a subject's responses to inkblots.
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I got 9 out of 10 (90%) answers correct on SDC Trivia Game #121SDC Trivia Game #121 - 24/09/2023
Question 1: If you suffer from arachnophobia, what are you afraid of?
Arachnophobia comes from the Greek words "arachne" meaning spider, and "phobos" meaning fear. It is one of the most common specific phobias around the globe.
Question 2: When in Greek mythology, is Hades the god of?
Hades is the god of the Underworld, a place where souls go after death, in Greek mythology. Despite his dark domain, Hades was not typically associated with evil.
Question 3: Which ancient civilization constructed the Great Pyramid of Giza?
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu around 2580-2560 BC, which means it's more than 4,000 years old. This pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and is the only one to remain largely intact.
Question 4: Why was Al Capone, the notorious gangster, ultimately jailed?
While Al Capone was infamous for numerous crimes during the Prohibition era, including bootlegging and organised crime, it was tax evasion that ultimately led to his imprisonment in 1931. Despite the violent crimes he was involved in, it proved difficult to gather enough evidence to convict him for these. As a result, the government targeted his income, leading to his downfall.
Question 5: Why is Angelina Jolie famous?
Angelina Jolie is known for her roles in films like "Tomb Raider", "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" and "Maleficent". She has also been involved in major humanitarian efforts, such as her work with the United Nations as a Goodwill Ambassador and later as a Special Envoy.
Question 6: In our solar system, which planet has the largest number of moons?
As of 2020, Jupiter has a staggering 79 confirmed moons, the most of any planet in our solar system, followed by Saturn with 62. Jupiter's four largest moons, known as the Galilean moons, were discovered by Galileo in 1610.
Question 7: Where is the headquarters of luxury carmaker Ferrari?
Ferrari is an iconic Italian luxury sports car manufacturer based in Maranello, Italy. It was founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1939.
Question 8: Why is the Dead Sea called "Dead"?
The Dead Sea has a 33.7% salinity level, which is one of the highest in the world. This extreme salt concentration prevents plants and fish from living in it, hence its name 'Dead Sea'.
Question 9: If the President and Vice President of the United States are unable to serve, who is next in line of succession?
The Presidential Succession Act specifies that if both the President and Vice President are unable to serve, the Speaker of the House of Representatives becomes President. Once the Speaker is sworn in, he or she may either opt to remain in the position or may call for a new election.
Question 10: The 'Rorschach test' is often associated with what area of psychology?
The Rorschach Test, created by Swiss psychiatrist Hermann Rorschach, is a projective test used to evaluate personality traits and emotional functioning by interpreting a subject's responses to inkblots.
You got answers correct
OMG. First time I have got 9/10.SDC Trivia Game #121 - 24/09/2023
Question 1: If you suffer from arachnophobia, what are you afraid of?
Arachnophobia comes from the Greek words "arachne" meaning spider, and "phobos" meaning fear. It is one of the most common specific phobias around the globe.
Question 2: When in Greek mythology, is Hades the god of?
Hades is the god of the Underworld, a place where souls go after death, in Greek mythology. Despite his dark domain, Hades was not typically associated with evil.
Question 3: Which ancient civilization constructed the Great Pyramid of Giza?
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu around 2580-2560 BC, which means it's more than 4,000 years old. This pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and is the only one to remain largely intact.
Question 4: Why was Al Capone, the notorious gangster, ultimately jailed?
While Al Capone was infamous for numerous crimes during the Prohibition era, including bootlegging and organised crime, it was tax evasion that ultimately led to his imprisonment in 1931. Despite the violent crimes he was involved in, it proved difficult to gather enough evidence to convict him for these. As a result, the government targeted his income, leading to his downfall.
Question 5: Why is Angelina Jolie famous?
Angelina Jolie is known for her roles in films like "Tomb Raider", "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" and "Maleficent". She has also been involved in major humanitarian efforts, such as her work with the United Nations as a Goodwill Ambassador and later as a Special Envoy.
Question 6: In our solar system, which planet has the largest number of moons?
As of 2020, Jupiter has a staggering 79 confirmed moons, the most of any planet in our solar system, followed by Saturn with 62. Jupiter's four largest moons, known as the Galilean moons, were discovered by Galileo in 1610.
Question 7: Where is the headquarters of luxury carmaker Ferrari?
Ferrari is an iconic Italian luxury sports car manufacturer based in Maranello, Italy. It was founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1939.
Question 8: Why is the Dead Sea called "Dead"?
The Dead Sea has a 33.7% salinity level, which is one of the highest in the world. This extreme salt concentration prevents plants and fish from living in it, hence its name 'Dead Sea'.
Question 9: If the President and Vice President of the United States are unable to serve, who is next in line of succession?
The Presidential Succession Act specifies that if both the President and Vice President are unable to serve, the Speaker of the House of Representatives becomes President. Once the Speaker is sworn in, he or she may either opt to remain in the position or may call for a new election.
Question 10: The 'Rorschach test' is often associated with what area of psychology?
The Rorschach Test, created by Swiss psychiatrist Hermann Rorschach, is a projective test used to evaluate personality traits and emotional functioning by interpreting a subject's responses to inkblots.
You got answers correct
SDC Trivia Game #121 - 24/09/2023
got the moon question wrong accoutQuestion 1: If you suffer from arachnophobia, what are you afraid of?
Arachnophobia comes from the Greek words "arachne" meaning spider, and "phobos" meaning fear. It is one of the most common specific phobias around the globe.
Question 2: When in Greek mythology, is Hades the god of?
Hades is the god of the Underworld, a place where souls go after death, in Greek mythology. Despite his dark domain, Hades was not typically associated with evil.
Question 3: Which ancient civilization constructed the Great Pyramid of Giza?
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu around 2580-2560 BC, which means it's more than 4,000 years old. This pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and is the only one to remain largely intact.
Question 4: Why was Al Capone, the notorious gangster, ultimately jailed?
While Al Capone was infamous for numerous crimes during the Prohibition era, including bootlegging and organised crime, it was tax evasion that ultimately led to his imprisonment in 1931. Despite the violent crimes he was involved in, it proved difficult to gather enough evidence to convict him for these. As a result, the government targeted his income, leading to his downfall.
Question 5: Why is Angelina Jolie famous?
Angelina Jolie is known for her roles in films like "Tomb Raider", "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" and "Maleficent". She has also been involved in major humanitarian efforts, such as her work with the United Nations as a Goodwill Ambassador and later as a Special Envoy.
Question 6: In our solar system, which planet has the largest number of moons?
As of 2020, Jupiter has a staggering 79 confirmed moons, the most of any planet in our solar system, followed by Saturn with 62. Jupiter's four largest moons, known as the Galilean moons, were discovered by Galileo in 1610.
Question 7: Where is the headquarters of luxury carmaker Ferrari?
Ferrari is an iconic Italian luxury sports car manufacturer based in Maranello, Italy. It was founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1939.
Question 8: Why is the Dead Sea called "Dead"?
The Dead Sea has a 33.7% salinity level, which is one of the highest in the world. This extreme salt concentration prevents plants and fish from living in it, hence its name 'Dead Sea'.
Question 9: If the President and Vice President of the United States are unable to serve, who is next in line of succession?
The Presidential Succession Act specifies that if both the President and Vice President are unable to serve, the Speaker of the House of Representatives becomes President. Once the Speaker is sworn in, he or she may either opt to remain in the position or may call for a new election.
Question 10: The 'Rorschach test' is often associated with what area of psychology?
The Rorschach Test, created by Swiss psychiatrist Hermann Rorschach, is a projective test used to evaluate personality traits and emotional functioning by interpreting a subject's responses to inkblots.
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got the moon question wrong again - someone needs to update their answersSDC Trivia Game #121 - 24/09/2023
Question 1: If you suffer from arachnophobia, what are you afraid of?
Arachnophobia comes from the Greek words "arachne" meaning spider, and "phobos" meaning fear. It is one of the most common specific phobias around the globe.
Question 2: When in Greek mythology, is Hades the god of?
Hades is the god of the Underworld, a place where souls go after death, in Greek mythology. Despite his dark domain, Hades was not typically associated with evil.
Question 3: Which ancient civilization constructed the Great Pyramid of Giza?
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu around 2580-2560 BC, which means it's more than 4,000 years old. This pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and is the only one to remain largely intact.
Question 4: Why was Al Capone, the notorious gangster, ultimately jailed?
While Al Capone was infamous for numerous crimes during the Prohibition era, including bootlegging and organised crime, it was tax evasion that ultimately led to his imprisonment in 1931. Despite the violent crimes he was involved in, it proved difficult to gather enough evidence to convict him for these. As a result, the government targeted his income, leading to his downfall.
Question 5: Why is Angelina Jolie famous?
Angelina Jolie is known for her roles in films like "Tomb Raider", "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" and "Maleficent". She has also been involved in major humanitarian efforts, such as her work with the United Nations as a Goodwill Ambassador and later as a Special Envoy.
Question 6: In our solar system, which planet has the largest number of moons?
As of 2020, Jupiter has a staggering 79 confirmed moons, the most of any planet in our solar system, followed by Saturn with 62. Jupiter's four largest moons, known as the Galilean moons, were discovered by Galileo in 1610.
Question 7: Where is the headquarters of luxury carmaker Ferrari?
Ferrari is an iconic Italian luxury sports car manufacturer based in Maranello, Italy. It was founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1939.
Question 8: Why is the Dead Sea called "Dead"?
The Dead Sea has a 33.7% salinity level, which is one of the highest in the world. This extreme salt concentration prevents plants and fish from living in it, hence its name 'Dead Sea'.
Question 9: If the President and Vice President of the United States are unable to serve, who is next in line of succession?
The Presidential Succession Act specifies that if both the President and Vice President are unable to serve, the Speaker of the House of Representatives becomes President. Once the Speaker is sworn in, he or she may either opt to remain in the position or may call for a new election.
Question 10: The 'Rorschach test' is often associated with what area of psychology?
The Rorschach Test, created by Swiss psychiatrist Hermann Rorschach, is a projective test used to evaluate personality traits and emotional functioning by interpreting a subject's responses to inkblots.
You got answers correct
Arachnophobia comes from the Greek words "arachne" meaning spider, and "phobos" meaning fear. It is one of the most common specific phobias around the globe.