Question 1: What is the largest known flower in the world?
Question 2: What year did the first human land on the moon?
On July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to land on the moon. Armstrong's famous first words upon stepping onto the lunar surface were "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
Question 3: When was the Mona Lisa painted by Leonardo da Vinci?
Art historians generally agree that da Vinci began painting the Mona Lisa around 1503 and completed it a few years later. The famous portrait is now housed in the Louvre museum in Paris.
Question 4: Which animal is featured on the coat of arms of Mexico?
The Golden Eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus devouring a rattlesnake has been the national emblem of Mexico for centuries. It is based on an Aztec legend.
Question 5: Where was the first electronic digital computer built?
The ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) was built at the University of Pennsylvania between 1943 and 1945. It weighed over 30 tons and contained more than 17,000 vacuum tubes.
Question 6: Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?
Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969, as part of the Apollo 11 mission. His famous words upon setting foot on the lunar surface were "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
Question 7: Where did the festival of Mardi Gras originate?
While Mardi Gras is celebrated in many cities around the world, the festival traces its roots to New Orleans. The first recorded Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans took place on March 3, 1699.
Question 8: Which car company manufactured the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle?
The Toyota Prius, launched in Japan in 1997, was the world's first mass-produced hybrid car. It was released worldwide in 2000. As of 2020, the Prius is sold in over 90 countries and regions.
Question 9: Who was the first actor to portray James Bond in a film?
Sean Connery first portrayed James Bond in the 1962 film Dr. No. He went on to star as 007 in six more films from 1962 to 1983.
Question 10: What material is Wonder Woman's magic lasso made from?
In the comics, Wonder Woman's unbreakable magic lasso was forged by the god Hephaestus from the Golden Girdle of Gaea. It compels anyone bound by it to tell the truth.
Rafflesia arnoldii can grow to be over 3 feet (1 meter) in diameter and weigh up to 24 pounds (11 kg). It is native to the rainforests of Indonesia.