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SDC Trivia Game #719 - 14/05/2025

Question 1: Who was the first black model to be featured on the cover of Vogue?

Beverly Johnson made history in August 1974 when she became the first African American model to grace the cover of American Vogue. This was seen as a major milestone in the push for diversity in the fashion industry.


Question 2: What is the name of the famous sculpture created by Auguste Rodin which depicts a man in deep contemplation?

"The Thinker" originally represented Dante at the gates of Hell, pondering his epic poem. It has since become a symbol of philosophy and deep thought. The sculpture was one of Rodin's most celebrated works and has numerous castings found around the world.


Question 3: What is the name of the star closest to our solar system?

Proxima Centauri, located approximately 4.24 light-years away from us, is the closest star to our solar system. Despite this, it is not visible to the naked eye from Earth due to its low luminosity.



Question 4: Where was Al Capone finally imprisoned for his crimes?

Al Capone, a notorious gangster of the Prohibition era, was finally imprisoned at Alcatraz, located in San Francisco Bay. While he committed numerous crimes, he was ultimately arrested and convicted for tax evasion.


Question 5: Which ancient civilization constructed the Great Pyramid of Giza?

The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu around 2580-2560 BC, which means it's more than 4,000 years old. This pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and is the only one to remain largely intact.


Question 6: In which modern country were the ruins of the ancient city of Troy discovered?

The ancient city of Troy, famous for the Trojan War as described in Homer's epics the Iliad and the Odyssey, was discovered in the 19th century by archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann. Its ruins are located in what is now northwestern Turkey.


Question 7: In Irish folklore, what are leprechauns primarily known for?

Leprechauns in Irish folklore are said to be solitary creatures who spend their time making and mending shoes and have a hidden pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. If captured by a human, they often grant three wishes in exchange for their freedom.



Question 8: Which country first granted women the right to vote?

New Zealand became the first country in the world to grant all women the right to vote in 1893, more than a quarter century before the US, UK, and Canada.


Question 9: If someone looked at Medusa directly, what would happen to them according to Greek mythology?

In Greek mythology, Medusa was a gorgon, a female monster with living venomous snakes in place of hair. Gazing directly into her eyes would turn onlookers to stone.


Question 10: Which country has a maple leaf on its flag?

The maple leaf is an iconic symbol of Canada and prominently features on its national flag, which is often simply referred to as the "Maple Leaf." The flag was officially adopted on February 15, 1965.


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