Question 1: When did the philosopher Socrates die?
Question 2: When was the world's oldest known winery believed to have been established?
Discovered in 2007 in the Areni cave in Armenia, the world's oldest known winery dates back to around 4100 BCE. This predates the invention of the wheel and written language.
Question 3: In which war did the Battle of Gettysburg take place?
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the American Civil War. It took place from July 1 to July 3, 1863, and is often cited as the war's most famous battle, leading to the Union victory and President Abraham Lincoln's famous Gettysburg Address.
Question 4: The largest flower in the world is known as?
Rafflesia arnoldii is also known as the "corpse flower" for its unpleasant odor, similar to that of decaying flesh. It is found in the rainforests of Indonesia and can grow to be 3 feet (1 meter) across and weigh up to 15 pounds (7 kilograms).
Question 5: What year did the Berlin Wall fall, signifying the approaching end of the Cold War?
The Berlin Wall fell on November 9, 1989. It stood as a symbol of the Cold War, dividing East and West Berlin. Its fall led to the reunification of Germany and marked the beginning of the end of the Soviet Union and communist influence in Eastern Europe.
Question 6: What Shakespeare play is known for the phrase "To be, or not to be"?
"To be, or not to be" is the opening phrase of a soliloquy from the "Nunnery Scene" in William Shakespeare's play Hamlet. The speech reflects Hamlet's contemplation of mortality and suicide.
Question 7: What is the lightest element in the periodic table?
Hydrogen is the first element in the periodic table and has the atomic number 1. It's the most abundant chemical substance in the universe, mainly constituting stars and gas giant planets.
Question 8: Who painted the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Julius II in 1508 to repaint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, and it took him approximately four years to complete the work (1508–1512). The Sistine Chapel ceiling is one of the most famous artworks of the High Renaissance.
Question 9: When was the first edition of "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen published?
"Pride and Prejudice" was initially written between 1796 and 1797 under the title "First Impressions." It was later revised and ultimately published as "Pride and Prejudice" on January 28, 1813.
Question 10: What is the longest-running television game show in the United States?
"The Price Is Right" debuted on September 4, 1972, and has been on the air for over five decades. It was originally hosted by Bob Barker until 2007, when Drew Carey took over as the host.
Socrates was sentenced to death by hemlock poisoning for his alleged influence on the youth of Athens and not recognizing the gods of the state. His death marked a pivotal point in the history of Western philosophy and was a driving force behind the work of his student, Plato, who went on to tutor Aristotle.