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SDC Trivia Game #527 - 03/11/2024

Question 1: What widely celebrated Mexican holiday involves honoring deceased loved ones?

The Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is a Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration. It is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd in connection with the Catholic holidays of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.


Question 2: Why is the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) considered a key stock market index?

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is one of the oldest and most widely followed stock market indices. It tracks the stock performance of 30 large, publicly-owned companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq, providing a snapshot of the overall health of the U.S. stock market and economy.


Question 3: Which famous artist is known for painting the Sistine Chapel ceiling?

Michelangelo painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel between 1508 and 1512. The ceiling features nine scenes from the Book of Genesis, including the iconic "Creation of Adam" fresco.



Question 4: In which year was the first episode of the television series "Friends" aired?

The first episode of the popular sitcom "Friends" aired on September 22, 1994, on NBC. The show ran for ten seasons, concluding in 2004, and became one of the most successful and influential TV series of all time.


Question 5: In ancient Egypt, what was the name of the writing material made from the pith of the papyrus plant?

Papyrus was a writing material used in ancient Egypt, made from the pith of the papyrus plant. The sheets were pressed together and dried, forming a material that was both lightweight and durable. Papyrus was used for writing, artwork, and even making boats.


Question 6: What philosophical concept did Plato introduce in his famous "Allegory of the Cave"?

In Plato's "Allegory of the Cave", he introduces his Theory of Forms, which suggests that the physical world is not the ultimate reality, but rather a mere shadow of the true, eternal forms that exist in the realm of ideas.


Question 7: How many permanent teeth does a typical adult human have?

A full set of adult teeth consists of 32 teeth in total. This includes 8 incisors, 4 canines, 8 premolars, and 12 molars (including 4 wisdom teeth). However, some people may have their wisdom teeth removed, leaving them with 28 teeth.



Question 8: Which psychological concept refers to the idea that people attribute their own success to internal factors and failures to external factors?

Self-serving bias is a cognitive bias that causes people to attribute their successes to their own abilities and efforts, while often attributing their failures to external factors beyond their control. This bias helps maintain self-esteem and protects one's self-image.


Question 9: In Chinese mythology, what is the name of the monkey king who acquires supernatural powers?

Sun Wukong, also known as the Monkey King, is a legendary figure from the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West. He is incredibly strong, can shapeshift, and wields a magical staff that can change size. Sun Wukong is considered a trickster figure and cultural hero in Chinese mythology and folklore.


Question 10: Where was the opera singer Luciano Pavarotti born?

Luciano Pavarotti, one of the most renowned opera singers of all time, was born on October 12, 1935, in Modena, a city in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. Pavarotti began his musical career as a member of his father's choir and later studied singing at the Arrigo Boito Conservatory in Parma.


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