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Question 1: In which movie series does Morgan Freeman play the character Ellis Boyd 'Red' Redding?
Question 2: Who was the United States President during the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969?
Although John F. Kennedy initiated the Apollo program with the aim of landing a man on the moon before the end of the 1960s, it was during Richard Nixon's presidency that the historic Apollo 11 mission took place.
Question 3: Where does the book, "The Diary of a Young Girl" also known as “Anne Frank's Diary” take place?
Anne Frank and her family were hiding from the Nazis in secret rooms of her father's office-building in Amsterdam during World War II, which is the setting of her diary.
Question 4: If a motorcycle is designated as a '750cc bike,' what does the 'cc' stand for?
In motorcycle terminology, 'cc' stands for cubic centimeters and it refers to the total volume of all the cylinders in the bike's engine. A 750cc engine would have cylinders that together total 750 cubic centimeters in volume. This size often correlates with the power output of the engine.
Question 5: In which climate type would you most likely find tundra?
Tundra is characterized by its extremely cold temperatures, long winters, and short, cool summers. It is predominantly found in polar climates, such as the far northern parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Question 6: What is Socrates' method of inquiry known as?
The Socratic Method, named after the classical Greek philosopher Socrates, is a form of dialogue-based inquiry where questions are posed in order to challenge hypotheses within the context of a discussion. It's extensively used in teaching and counseling as well as in legal theory to stimulate critical thinking.
Question 7: Which country's national team has won the most FIFA World Cup tournaments?
Brazil, with a total of 5 victories, is the country whose national team has won the most FIFA World Cup tournaments to date: 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002.
Question 8: Who is the author of the "Song of Ice and Fire" book series, which inspired the hit TV show "Game of Thrones"?
The "Song of Ice and Fire" book series, authored by George R.R. Martin, became a massive hit after HBO adapted it into the popular TV series "Game of Thrones". The first book in the series is named "Game of Thrones", hence the title of the TV show.
Question 9: When was Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" painted?
Leonardo da Vinci is believed to have started painting the "Mona Lisa" around 1503 or 1504, during the Italian Renaissance. It's one of the most recognizable and famous pieces of art in the world.
Question 10: Why does Mars appear red?
Mars is often referred to as the "Red Planet" because its regolith, or ground cover, contains iron oxide - the same substance that gives blood and rust their hue.
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Morgan Freeman plays the character of Ellis Boyd 'Red' Redding in the cult classic movie, The Shawshank Redemption, which was released in 1994 and based on Stephen King’s novella ‘Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption’. However, this film is not part of a series.