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SDC Trivia Game #549 - 25/11/2024

Question 1: Why is the Dalai Lama important in Tibetan Buddhism?

The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, and is considered a reincarnation of the bodhisattva of compassion. The 14th, and current, Dalai Lama is Tenzin Gyatso.


Question 2: How many known species of orchids exist in the world?

Orchids are one of the largest and most diverse families of flowering plants. They are found on every continent except Antarctica and have adapted to a wide range of habitats.


Question 3: Who was the last U.S. President to serve in the military during wartime?

George H. W. Bush enlisted in the U.S. Navy on his 18th birthday in 1942 during World War II. He became one of the youngest aviators in the Navy at the time. Bush flew 58 combat missions and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for bravery in action.



Question 4: What is the famous rock sculpture of four US presidents called?

Mount Rushmore National Memorial features the 60-foot tall sculptures of Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. The memorial was completed in 1941 and is located in the Black Hills region of South Dakota.


Question 5: Which Shakespeare play features the line ‘Neither a borrower nor a lender be’?

The line, ‘Neither a borrower nor a lender be’ is from Shakespeare’s play Hamlet. It is spoken by the character Polonius in Act I, Scene III, as he gives advice to his son Laertes before he leaves for France.


Question 6: In what country were the famous Terracotta Warriors discovered?

The Terracotta Army, a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of the first Emperor of China, was discovered in 1974 by local farmers near Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China. The figures date back to approximately the late third century BCE.


Question 7: What is the term for a word that has the opposite meaning to another word?

Antonyms are words with opposite meanings such as 'hot' and 'cold'. Knowledge of antonyms is useful for vocabulary building and can enhance communication and comprehension skills.



Question 8: 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 9: In which country is Tet, also known as the Lunar New Year, traditionally celebrated?

Tet is the Vietnamese Lunar New Year festival which typically takes place at the same time as Chinese New Year. However, there are significant cultural differences between the two celebrations despite the shared lunar calendar.


Question 10: What musical period is Ludwig van Beethoven often associated with?

Ludwig van Beethoven is a pivotal figure in music history, bridging the Classical and Romantic periods. His compositions reflect the transition from the formality of the Classical era to the expressive nature of the Romantic era.


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