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SDC Trivia Game #680 - 05/04/2025

Question 1: In human anatomy, what is the name of the longest nerve in the body?

The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back down to the back of each leg. It controls the muscles of the back of the knee and lower leg and provides sensation to the back of the thigh, part of the lower leg, and the sole of the foot.


Question 2: Where is the oldest known living tree located?

The oldest known living tree, named "Methuselah", is a Great Basin bristlecone pine located in the White Mountains of Inyo County, California. It is estimated to be over 4,800 years old.


Question 3: Which country was divided into East and West from 1949 until 1990?

After World War II, Germany was divided into East Germany, controlled by the Soviet Union, and West Germany, aligned with Western powers. The country was reunified in 1990 after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.



Question 4: What is the main ingredient in hummus?

Hummus is a typical Middle Eastern dish primarily made from chickpeas. Other common ingredients include garlic, tahini, lemon juice, and olive oil.


Question 5: In which Australian state was cricket legend Sir Donald Bradman born?

Sir Donald Bradman, often referred to as "The Don," was born in Cootamundra, New South Wales, in 1908. He is widely regarded as the greatest cricketer of all time.


Question 6: When does a deciduous tree lose its leaves?

Deciduous trees shed their leaves annually in the autumn as a strategy to survive harsh winter conditions. Their leaves will grow back in the spring.


Question 7: What was the first television show ever to be broadcast in color?

The first instance of a television show being broadcast in color was the Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 1954. This was a pivotal moment in TV history, paving the way for the future of color broadcasting.



Question 8: When did the first episode of the TV show "Friends" air?

The pilot episode of the popular sitcom "Friends" aired on September 22, 1994 on NBC. The show went on to run for 10 seasons, ending in 2004, and became one of the most successful and beloved TV series of all time.


Question 9: Where does the Flintstones family live?

The Flintstones, created by Hanna-Barbera, is set in the prehistoric town of Bedrock, a fictional community that satirizes American suburban life during the mid-20th century.


Question 10: What 20th century art movement was Salvador Dali associated with?

Salvador Dali was a prominent figure in the Surrealist movement, known for his striking and bizarre dreamlike images. Surrealism sought to unleash the creative potential of the unconscious mind.


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Q 7, a wild guess that missed the mark. We didn’t own a TV until I was 10!

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Do remember we were one of the only two families that had coloured television in my home town!!

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