Question 1: When was Coca-Cola first invented?
Question 2: Who was the first FBI Director, appointed in 1924?
J. Edgar Hoover served as the first Director of the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) from 1924 until his death in 1972, making him the longest-serving FBI Director to date. He played a significant role in the development and expansion of the bureau.
Question 3: Which ancient city, now in ruins, was once the capital of the Inca Empire?
Machu Picchu, located in present-day Peru, was built in the 15th century and later abandoned. It is believed to have been an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti. The Incas built the estate around 1450 but abandoned it a century later at the time of the Spanish conquest.
Question 4: When did the last Ice Age end?
The last Ice Age, also known as the Pleistocene Epoch, ended around 11,700 years ago, marking the beginning of the Holocene Epoch, which continues to the present day. The end of the Ice Age was characterized by the retreat of glaciers and a rise in global temperatures.
Question 5: What movie won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020?
Parasite, a South Korean black comedy thriller film directed by Bong Joon-ho, made history by becoming the first non-English language film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020. The film also won awards for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film.
Question 6: What is the name of the traditional Japanese art of paper folding?
Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, which started in the 6th century and was popularized outside of Japan in the mid-1900s. It has evolved into a modern art form encompassing a wide range of styles and techniques.
Question 7: Who was the first woman to serve as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom?
Margaret Thatcher, also known as the "Iron Lady", served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990. She was the longest-serving British prime minister of the 20th century and the first woman to hold the office.
Question 8: How many Tony Awards did the musical 'Hamilton' win?
Hamilton was nominated for a record-breaking 16 Tony Awards in 2016, winning 11, including Best Musical. This made it one of the most awarded musicals in Tony history, just shy of The Producers' record of 12 wins.
Question 9: Why was the ancient city of Babylon important?
Babylon was the capital city of the ancient Babylonian Empire, which reached its height under the rule of King Nebuchadnezzar II in the 6th century BCE. The city was renowned for its impressive architecture, including the famous Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Question 10: Where is the world's tallest brick minaret located?
The Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a 73-meter tall tapering tower of five stores, built in the early 13th century. It is the tallest brick minaret in the world, attracting visitors for its intricate exterior carvings and historical significance.
Coca-Cola was invented in 1886 by pharmacist John Pemberton in Atlanta, Georgia. It was initially marketed as a temperance drink and intended as a patent medicine.