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SDC Trivia Game #154 - 27/10/2023

Question 1: Why is the year 1969 significant in space exploration history?

On July 20, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission successfully landed two astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the moon. Armstrong's iconic phrase, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," was spoken as he first set foot on the lunar surface.


Question 2: The character Tony Stark is better known as which superhero?

Tony Stark is a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who, following a severe heart injury while being held captive, creates a powered suit of armor to save his own life and then continues to use the technology to become the superhero, Iron Man.


Question 3: Who is credited with the invention of the 'Little Black Dress'?

'Little Black Dress' was introduced by Coco Chanel in the 1920s. It was considered revolutionary at the time due to its simplicity and versatility, and has since become an iconic and must-have item in modern women's wardrobe.



Question 4: What is the mathematical term for the result of multiplication?

In mathematics, the result of multiplication is called the product. For example, in the equation 3 x 4 = 12, 12 is the product.


Question 5: If someone suffers from 'Coulrophobia', what are they afraid of?

Coulrophobia is a specific phobia involving a persistent and irrational fear of clowns. It's not a widely diagnosed condition, and it's typically classified as a subtype of specific phobia.


Question 6: Which holiday is also known as All Hallows' Eve?

Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, is also known as All Hallows' Eve. It's believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain, which marked the end of harvest season and the beginning of winter.


Question 7: Who wrote the play "Waiting for Godot"?

Samuel Beckett, an Irish playwright, is the author of "Waiting for Godot". The play is widely considered to be one of the most significant works of existentialist literature and was first performed in 1953.



Question 8: Which city is famed for its expansive canal system and is often referred to as "The Venice of the North"?

Amsterdam is often referred to as "The Venice of the North" due to its extensive network of canals. There are around 165 canals in the city, totalling over 100 kilometers in length.


Question 9: Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, one of the most famous and recognized portraits in the world, in the early 16th century. The art piece is exhibited at the Louvre Museum in Paris.


Question 10: What was the codename for the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II?

Operation Overlord was the codename given to the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, also known as D-Day. It remains the largest seaborne invasion in history.


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SDC Trivia Game #154 - 27/10/2023

Question 1: Why is the year 1969 significant in space exploration history?

On July 20, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission successfully landed two astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the moon. Armstrong's iconic phrase, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," was spoken as he first set foot on the lunar surface.


Question 2: The character Tony Stark is better known as which superhero?

Tony Stark is a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who, following a severe heart injury while being held captive, creates a powered suit of armor to save his own life and then continues to use the technology to become the superhero, Iron Man.


Question 3: Who is credited with the invention of the 'Little Black Dress'?

'Little Black Dress' was introduced by Coco Chanel in the 1920s. It was considered revolutionary at the time due to its simplicity and versatility, and has since become an iconic and must-have item in modern women's wardrobe.



Question 4: What is the mathematical term for the result of multiplication?

In mathematics, the result of multiplication is called the product. For example, in the equation 3 x 4 = 12, 12 is the product.


Question 5: If someone suffers from 'Coulrophobia', what are they afraid of?

Coulrophobia is a specific phobia involving a persistent and irrational fear of clowns. It's not a widely diagnosed condition, and it's typically classified as a subtype of specific phobia.


Question 6: Which holiday is also known as All Hallows' Eve?

Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, is also known as All Hallows' Eve. It's believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain, which marked the end of harvest season and the beginning of winter.


Question 7: Who wrote the play "Waiting for Godot"?

Samuel Beckett, an Irish playwright, is the author of "Waiting for Godot". The play is widely considered to be one of the most significant works of existentialist literature and was first performed in 1953.



Question 8: Which city is famed for its expansive canal system and is often referred to as "The Venice of the North"?

Amsterdam is often referred to as "The Venice of the North" due to its extensive network of canals. There are around 165 canals in the city, totalling over 100 kilometers in length.


Question 9: Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, one of the most famous and recognized portraits in the world, in the early 16th century. The art piece is exhibited at the Louvre Museum in Paris.


Question 10: What was the codename for the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II?

Operation Overlord was the codename given to the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, also known as D-Day. It remains the largest seaborne invasion in history.


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SDC Trivia Game #154 - 27/10/2023

Question 1: Why is the year 1969 significant in space exploration history?

On July 20, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission successfully landed two astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the moon. Armstrong's iconic phrase, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," was spoken as he first set foot on the lunar surface.


Question 2: The character Tony Stark is better known as which superhero?

Tony Stark is a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who, following a severe heart injury while being held captive, creates a powered suit of armor to save his own life and then continues to use the technology to become the superhero, Iron Man.


Question 3: Who is credited with the invention of the 'Little Black Dress'?

'Little Black Dress' was introduced by Coco Chanel in the 1920s. It was considered revolutionary at the time due to its simplicity and versatility, and has since become an iconic and must-have item in modern women's wardrobe.



Question 4: What is the mathematical term for the result of multiplication?

In mathematics, the result of multiplication is called the product. For example, in the equation 3 x 4 = 12, 12 is the product.


Question 5: If someone suffers from 'Coulrophobia', what are they afraid of?

Coulrophobia is a specific phobia involving a persistent and irrational fear of clowns. It's not a widely diagnosed condition, and it's typically classified as a subtype of specific phobia.


Question 6: Which holiday is also known as All Hallows' Eve?

Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, is also known as All Hallows' Eve. It's believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain, which marked the end of harvest season and the beginning of winter.


Question 7: Who wrote the play "Waiting for Godot"?

Samuel Beckett, an Irish playwright, is the author of "Waiting for Godot". The play is widely considered to be one of the most significant works of existentialist literature and was first performed in 1953.



Question 8: Which city is famed for its expansive canal system and is often referred to as "The Venice of the North"?

Amsterdam is often referred to as "The Venice of the North" due to its extensive network of canals. There are around 165 canals in the city, totalling over 100 kilometers in length.


Question 9: Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, one of the most famous and recognized portraits in the world, in the early 16th century. The art piece is exhibited at the Louvre Museum in Paris.


Question 10: What was the codename for the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II?

Operation Overlord was the codename given to the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, also known as D-Day. It remains the largest seaborne invasion in history.


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SDC Trivia Game #154 - 27/10/2023

Question 1: Why is the year 1969 significant in space exploration history?

On July 20, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission successfully landed two astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the moon. Armstrong's iconic phrase, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," was spoken as he first set foot on the lunar surface.


Question 2: The character Tony Stark is better known as which superhero?

Tony Stark is a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who, following a severe heart injury while being held captive, creates a powered suit of armor to save his own life and then continues to use the technology to become the superhero, Iron Man.


Question 3: Who is credited with the invention of the 'Little Black Dress'?

'Little Black Dress' was introduced by Coco Chanel in the 1920s. It was considered revolutionary at the time due to its simplicity and versatility, and has since become an iconic and must-have item in modern women's wardrobe.



Question 4: What is the mathematical term for the result of multiplication?

In mathematics, the result of multiplication is called the product. For example, in the equation 3 x 4 = 12, 12 is the product.


Question 5: If someone suffers from 'Coulrophobia', what are they afraid of?

Coulrophobia is a specific phobia involving a persistent and irrational fear of clowns. It's not a widely diagnosed condition, and it's typically classified as a subtype of specific phobia.


Question 6: Which holiday is also known as All Hallows' Eve?

Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, is also known as All Hallows' Eve. It's believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain, which marked the end of harvest season and the beginning of winter.


Question 7: Who wrote the play "Waiting for Godot"?

Samuel Beckett, an Irish playwright, is the author of "Waiting for Godot". The play is widely considered to be one of the most significant works of existentialist literature and was first performed in 1953.



Question 8: Which city is famed for its expansive canal system and is often referred to as "The Venice of the North"?

Amsterdam is often referred to as "The Venice of the North" due to its extensive network of canals. There are around 165 canals in the city, totalling over 100 kilometers in length.


Question 9: Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, one of the most famous and recognized portraits in the world, in the early 16th century. The art piece is exhibited at the Louvre Museum in Paris.


Question 10: What was the codename for the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II?

Operation Overlord was the codename given to the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, also known as D-Day. It remains the largest seaborne invasion in history.


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Lucky 9 actually! Blasted clowns! 🤣
 
SDC Trivia Game #154 - 27/10/2023

Question 1: Why is the year 1969 significant in space exploration history?

On July 20, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission successfully landed two astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the moon. Armstrong's iconic phrase, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," was spoken as he first set foot on the lunar surface.


Question 2: The character Tony Stark is better known as which superhero?

Tony Stark is a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who, following a severe heart injury while being held captive, creates a powered suit of armor to save his own life and then continues to use the technology to become the superhero, Iron Man.


Question 3: Who is credited with the invention of the 'Little Black Dress'?

'Little Black Dress' was introduced by Coco Chanel in the 1920s. It was considered revolutionary at the time due to its simplicity and versatility, and has since become an iconic and must-have item in modern women's wardrobe.



Question 4: What is the mathematical term for the result of multiplication?

In mathematics, the result of multiplication is called the product. For example, in the equation 3 x 4 = 12, 12 is the product.


Question 5: If someone suffers from 'Coulrophobia', what are they afraid of?

Coulrophobia is a specific phobia involving a persistent and irrational fear of clowns. It's not a widely diagnosed condition, and it's typically classified as a subtype of specific phobia.


Question 6: Which holiday is also known as All Hallows' Eve?

Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, is also known as All Hallows' Eve. It's believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain, which marked the end of harvest season and the beginning of winter.


Question 7: Who wrote the play "Waiting for Godot"?

Samuel Beckett, an Irish playwright, is the author of "Waiting for Godot". The play is widely considered to be one of the most significant works of existentialist literature and was first performed in 1953.



Question 8: Which city is famed for its expansive canal system and is often referred to as "The Venice of the North"?

Amsterdam is often referred to as "The Venice of the North" due to its extensive network of canals. There are around 165 canals in the city, totalling over 100 kilometers in length.


Question 9: Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, one of the most famous and recognized portraits in the world, in the early 16th century. The art piece is exhibited at the Louvre Museum in Paris.


Question 10: What was the codename for the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II?

Operation Overlord was the codename given to the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, also known as D-Day. It remains the largest seaborne invasion in history.


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Lucky 9 actually! Blasted clowns!
 
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#5 was an easy one for me …. I’m just petrified when I see one !!

Please NO more questions about Mona Lisa, there can not possibly be anything else about this painting/or artist we need to know
 
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#5 was an easy one for me …. I’m just petrified when I see one !!

Please NO more questions about Mona Lisa, there can not possibly be anything else about this painting/or artist we need to know
Ditto "To Kill A Mockingbird". Arrrggghhh!!!

Question 10 looks VERY familiar. Check out the October Trivia competition thread.
 
9/10 today nearly there. Does anyone else find if they get the first question right they do better on the whole quiz? If I get the first question wrong it’s just down hill from then on lol
 
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SDC Trivia Game #154 - 27/10/2023

Question 1: Why is the year 1969 significant in space exploration history?

On July 20, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission successfully landed two astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the moon. Armstrong's iconic phrase, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," was spoken as he first set foot on the lunar surface.


Question 2: The character Tony Stark is better known as which superhero?

Tony Stark is a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who, following a severe heart injury while being held captive, creates a powered suit of armor to save his own life and then continues to use the technology to become the superhero, Iron Man.


Question 3: Who is credited with the invention of the 'Little Black Dress'?

'Little Black Dress' was introduced by Coco Chanel in the 1920s. It was considered revolutionary at the time due to its simplicity and versatility, and has since become an iconic and must-have item in modern women's wardrobe.



Question 4: What is the mathematical term for the result of multiplication?

In mathematics, the result of multiplication is called the product. For example, in the equation 3 x 4 = 12, 12 is the product.


Question 5: If someone suffers from 'Coulrophobia', what are they afraid of?

Coulrophobia is a specific phobia involving a persistent and irrational fear of clowns. It's not a widely diagnosed condition, and it's typically classified as a subtype of specific phobia.


Question 6: Which holiday is also known as All Hallows' Eve?

Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, is also known as All Hallows' Eve. It's believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain, which marked the end of harvest season and the beginning of winter.


Question 7: Who wrote the play "Waiting for Godot"?

Samuel Beckett, an Irish playwright, is the author of "Waiting for Godot". The play is widely considered to be one of the most significant works of existentialist literature and was first performed in 1953.



Question 8: Which city is famed for its expansive canal system and is often referred to as "The Venice of the North"?

Amsterdam is often referred to as "The Venice of the North" due to its extensive network of canals. There are around 165 canals in the city, totalling over 100 kilometers in length.


Question 9: Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, one of the most famous and recognized portraits in the world, in the early 16th century. The art piece is exhibited at the Louvre Museum in Paris.


Question 10: What was the codename for the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II?

Operation Overlord was the codename given to the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, also known as D-Day. It remains the largest seaborne invasion in history.


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