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SDC Trivia Game #446 - 14/08/2024

Question 1: In Norse mythology, what was the name of Odin's eight-legged horse?

In Norse mythology, Sleipnir is the eight-legged horse ridden by Odin, the king of the Aesir gods. Sleipnir is described as the best of all horses and is able to traverse the realms of the living and the dead.


Question 2: Why did Tom Cruise famously send his Golden Globe award back to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association in 2021?

In 2021, Tom Cruise returned his three Golden Globe awards to protest the Hollywood Foreign Press Association's lack of diversity and inclusion. The HFPA faced heavy criticism for not having any Black members and for alleged ethical lapses.


Question 3: When did the first episode of the sitcom 'Friends' air?

The first episode of the immensely popular sitcom 'Friends' aired on September 22, 1994. The show ran for 10 seasons, with the final episode airing on May 6, 2004. During its run, 'Friends' became one of the most successful television shows of all time.



Question 4: What genre of novels was Agatha Christie best known for writing?

Agatha Christie was a prolific English writer who is best known for her 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections. She is the best-selling novelist of all time and is particularly famous for her novels featuring the detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple.


Question 5: Who is the all-time leading scorer in NBA history?

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is the NBA's all-time leading scorer with 38,387 points. He played for 20 seasons, predominantly for the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers, winning six NBA championships and six MVP awards.


Question 6: If you were in Bavaria and it was October, which famous festival might you be attending?

Oktoberfest is an annual festival held in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, running from late September to the first weekend in October. It is one of the most famous events in Germany and the world's largest fair, with more than six million people attending every year.


Question 7: What is the most abundant mineral in the Earth's crust?

Feldspar is a group of rock-forming minerals that make up about 41% of the Earth's continental crust by weight, making it the most abundant mineral in the crust. It is found in a wide variety of igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks.



Question 8: What is the most visited city in the world?

According to Mastercard's Global Destination Cities Index, Bangkok has been the most visited city in the world for several years, attracting over 22 million international visitors annually. The city's vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and affordable accommodations make it a popular destination for travelers from around the globe.


Question 9: When did the first episode of the TV series "Friends" air?

The pilot episode of the popular sitcom "Friends" premiered on NBC on September 22, 1994. The show ran for 10 seasons, with the final episode airing on May 6, 2004, becoming one of the most successful and beloved TV series of all time.


Question 10: In geology, what is the process by which sediments are converted into sedimentary rock?

Lithification is the process by which loose sediments are compacted and cemented together to form solid sedimentary rocks. This process typically occurs over long periods of time as sediments are buried under successive layers and subjected to increased pressure and temperature.


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