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SDC Trivia Game #493 - 30/09/2024

Question 1: How many books are in the "Chronicles of Narnia" series by C.S. Lewis?

The "Chronicles of Narnia" is a series of seven fantasy novels written by British author C. S. Lewis. The books have sold over 100 million copies and have been adapted into various films and television shows.


Question 2: If you were standing on Baffin Island, which country would you be in?

Baffin Island is located in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, making it part of Canada. It is the largest island in Canada and the fifth-largest island in the world, known for its stunning fjords, glaciers, and Inuit culture.


Question 3: Why does Magneto have the ability to control metallic objects?

Magneto, one of the most powerful mutants in the Marvel universe, has the innate ability to generate and control magnetic fields, enabling him to manipulate metallic objects and even fly by riding the Earth's magnetic field.



Question 4: Which famous physicist developed the theory of relativity?

Albert Einstein, the renowned German-born theoretical physicist, developed the theory of relativity, which revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and gravity. His work laid the foundation for modern physics and earned him international fame.


Question 5: When was the Leaning Tower of Pisa completed?

The construction of the Leaning Tower of Pisa began in 1173 and was completed in 1372, taking about 199 years. The tower began to lean during construction due to an inadequate foundation on ground that was too soft on one side.


Question 6: Which composer wrote 'The Four Seasons'?

The Four Seasons' is a set of four violin concertos by Italian Baroque composer Antonio Vivaldi. Each concerto gives a musical expression to a season of the year. They were written around 1720 and are among the most popular pieces in the classical music repertoire.


Question 7: Who is credited with inventing the first modern automobile?

Karl Benz, a German mechanical engineer, is credited with inventing the first practical automobile powered by an internal combustion engine in 1885. His Benz Patent-Motorwagen is considered the first production automobile.



Question 8: What term refers to the idea that certain cognitive abilities are improved when a person is in a positive mood?

The mood congruence effect suggests that when a person is in a good mood, they tend to have better memory recall for positive events and information. This effect is thought to occur because a person's current mood can serve as a cue for the recall of mood-congruent memories.


Question 9: If an animal is viviparous, what does that mean?

Viviparous animals, such as mammals, give birth to live offspring that develop inside the mother's body, as opposed to oviparous animals which lay eggs that hatch outside the mother's body.


Question 10: Which American author is known for writing the novel 'The Great Gatsby'?

F. Scott Fitzgerald, one of the foremost authors of the "Jazz Age" in the 1920s, wrote 'The Great Gatsby' in 1925. The novel is considered a classic of American literature and has been adapted into several films.


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