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SDC Trivia Game #558 - 04/12/2024

Question 1: Who wrote the famous musical "Les Misérables"?

Claude-Michel Schönberg is a French composer best known for writing the music for the highly successful musical "Les Misérables". The musical, based on Victor Hugo's novel of the same name, premiered in Paris in 1980 and has since been performed around the world, becoming one of the most popular musicals of all time.


Question 2: Who was the ruler of ancient Egypt during the construction of the Great Sphinx of Giza?

The Great Sphinx of Giza, built during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre (circa 2558-2532 BCE), is one of the world's oldest and largest monuments. It is believed to have been built as a guardian for the nearby Pyramid of Khafre.


Question 3: When is the official start of hurricane season in the Atlantic Basin?

The official start of hurricane season in the Atlantic Basin (which includes the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico) is June 1 and it ends on November 30. However, hurricanes can occur outside of this period.



Question 4: Which element has the atomic symbol Fe?

Iron has the symbol Fe on the periodic table because its name in Latin is ferrum.


Question 5: What is the maximum number of clubs that a player is allowed to carry in a round of golf?

According to the rules of golf set by the USGA and R&A, a player is allowed to carry a maximum of 14 clubs in their bag during a round. This rule was introduced in 1938 to limit the advantage that wealthier players could gain by having a larger selection of clubs.


Question 6: Why is the city of Mecca significant in Islam?

Mecca is the holiest city in Islam because it is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. It is also the location of the Kaaba, the holiest site in Islam, which all Muslims are required to face when praying. Every able Muslim is obliged to make a pilgrimage (Hajj) to Mecca at least once in their lifetime if they can afford it.


Question 7: How do plants typically take in carbon dioxide?

Plants take in carbon dioxide primarily through tiny pores called stomata, which are usually found in the leaves. The carbon dioxide is then used in photosynthesis to produce glucose for the plant.



Question 8: If Bugs Bunny is a rabbit, what type of animal is Daffy Duck?

Daffy Duck, as his name suggests, is an anthropomorphic black duck who usually wears a white collar and bow tie. He first appeared in Porky's Duck Hunt in 1937 and is known for his lisp and manic behavior, often serving as a rival or foil to Bugs Bunny in various Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons.


Question 9: Why is the play 'Macbeth' considered unlucky in the theater world?

This superstition around the play 'Macbeth' is so strong in the theater world that it is often referred to as 'The Scottish Play' to avoid saying the title. Various accidents, illnesses, and even deaths are said to have plagued productions of the play over the centuries.


Question 10: In which year did the Battle of Gallipoli take place?

The Battle of Gallipoli was a campaign of World War I that took place on the Gallipoli Peninsula, involving British, French, Australian, and New Zealand forces against the Ottoman Empire. The campaign lasted from April 25, 1915, to January 9, 1916, resulting in a victory for the Ottoman Empire.


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