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Question 1: How many countries border China?
Question 2: Who was the first woman to be elected Prime Minister of a country?
Sirimavo Bandaranaike became the world's first female prime minister when she was elected Prime Minister of Sri Lanka (then known as Ceylon) in 1960. She served three terms: 1960–65, 1970–77 and 1994–2000.
Question 3: How many members are there on a jury in a criminal trial in the United States?
In the United States, a criminal trial jury typically consists of 12 members. This number has historical roots in English common law and is believed to provide a fair representation of the community. The jury's role is to impartially weigh the evidence presented and reach a unanimous verdict of guilty or not guilty.
Question 4: When did the original Broadway production of "The Phantom of the Opera" open?
"The Phantom of the Opera", composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, opened on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre on January 26, 1988. It is the longest-running show in Broadway history and celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2018.
Question 5: Where is the musical Hamilton primarily set?
While Hamilton's story takes him to various locations, the musical is primarily set in New York City, where Alexander Hamilton spent much of his life. New York City was the U.S. capital from 1785 to 1790, and it's where several key events in the musical take place, such as the writing of the Federalist Papers and the duel between Hamilton and Aaron Burr.
Question 6: Why does a golf ball have dimples?
The dimples on a golf ball create a thin turbulent boundary layer of air that clings to the ball's surface, reducing the drag effect from the wake of air behind the ball. This allows the ball to travel farther.
Question 7: What element has the chemical symbol Pb?
The chemical symbol Pb comes from the Latin word "plumbum", which means lead. Lead is a heavy metal that has been used by humans for thousands of years, including in construction, batteries, and as a gasoline additive before its toxicity was fully understood.
Question 8: Which part of a plant is responsible for absorbing water and nutrients from the soil?
The roots are the part of a plant that grow underground and are responsible for anchoring the plant and absorbing water and nutrients from the soil. They also store food and support the plant's growth.
Question 9: When was the Statue of Liberty officially dedicated in New York Harbor?
The Statue of Liberty, a gift from France to the United States, was officially dedicated on October 28, 1886 by President Grover Cleveland. The dedication ceremony took place on Bedloe's Island (now Liberty Island) in New York Harbor.
Question 10: Why are peppers spicy?
Peppers are spicy because they contain a compound called capsaicin. Capsaicin activates pain receptors in the mouth, leading to the sensation of heat and spiciness. The amount of capsaicin varies among different types of peppers, with some, like the Ghost Pepper and Carolina Reaper, containing very high levels.
China shares land borders with 14 sovereign states, more than any other country in the world except Russia, which also borders 14. China's neighboring countries are Mongolia, Russia, North Korea, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, India, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.