Question 1: Which actor played Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Question 2: How many studio albums did The Beatles release?
The Beatles released 12 studio albums in the UK and 13 in the US, due to slightly different track listings and release dates. Their final album, Let It Be, was actually recorded before Abbey Road but released later.
Question 3: Where was the ancient city of Pompeii located?
Pompeii was an ancient city buried under volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Today, it's a well-preserved archeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Question 4: Why is the song "Waltzing Matilda" significant in Australian culture?
"Waltzing Matilda," composed by Banjo Paterson in 1895, is a well-known Australian bush ballad that tells the story of a swagman ("waltzing" with his "Matilda," a term for his swag or bedroll). It has become emblematic of the Australian spirit and identity.
Question 5: What is the pen name under which the Brontë sisters first published their novels in the 1800s?
Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë originally published their works under the masculine pen names Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell, respectively. This was common for female writers in the 19th century to avoid prejudice against women authors.
Question 6: When multiplied by itself, what is the result of the number 6?
When a number is multiplied by itself the result is the number raised to the power of two. The answer in this case is 6 x 6 = 6^2 = 36.
Question 7: Which famous psychologist is known for proposing the theory of psychoanalysis?
Sigmund Freud, an Austrian neurologist, is widely recognized as one of the most influential and authoritative thinkers of the 20th century. He developed the method of psychoanalysis, which emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts in shaping behavior and personality.
Question 8: If you are eating "damper," what traditional Australian food are you consuming?
Damper is a simple soda bread made with flour, water, and salt. It was traditionally baked in the hot coals of a campfire by Australian stockmen and bushmen during their travels.
Question 9: What is the main greenhouse gas emitted through human activities?
Carbon dioxide is the primary greenhouse gas emitted through human activities. It is released through burning fossil fuels (coal, natural gas, and oil), solid waste, trees and other biological materials, and also as a result of certain chemical reactions (e.g., manufacture of cement).
Question 10: How many elements are there in the periodic table?
At present, there are 118 known elements on the periodic table. The most recent additions, Nihonium (113), Moscovium (115), Tennessine (117), and Oganesson (118), were officially named in 2016.
Robert Downey Jr. portrayed Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe from 2008-2019. His performance became iconic and largely contributed to the success of the entire MCU franchise.