Question 1: The actor known for his role as James Bond, and also starred in movies like Mrs. Doubtfire and Mamma Mia! is who?
Question 2: When was The Simpsons first aired?
The Simpsons, an American animated sitcom, debuted as a full half-hour prime time show on Fox on December 17, 1989. The show started as a series of shorts on The Tracey Ullman Show in 1987 before it was developed into a standalone program.
Question 3: The longest bone in the human body is which one?
The femur, or thigh bone, is the largest bone in the human body. It's not only the longest but also the strongest bone, capable of supporting 30 times the weight of an average adult's body.
Question 4: Why is the festival of Diwali celebrated in Hinduism?
The festival of Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a 5-day festival celebrated to mark the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, and is often associated with the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana. It's one of the most popular festivals in Hinduism.
Question 5: Who is depicted on the Great Seal of the United States?
The bald eagle, a symbol of American strength and freedom, is depicted on the Great Seal of the United States. The eagle holds an olive branch and a cluster of thirteen arrows, representing peace and war respectively.
Question 6: If a vehicle is referred to as a "semi," what is it shorthand for?
The term "semi" is short for semi-trailer truck, a type of trailer without a front axle. A large proportion of its weight is supported by a tractor unit, detatchable front axle assembly known as a dolly, or the tail of another trailer.
Question 7: How many versions of the painting 'The Scream' did Edvard Munch create?
Edvard Munch created four versions of 'The Scream', a famous expressionist painting. The versions were created using different mediums including paint, pastels, and a lithograph stone. The first was painted in 1893.
Question 8: How long is a day on Mars, in Earth time?
A Mars day, also called a "sol", is slightly longer than an Earth day. It is about 24 hours and 37 minutes long. This is due to the slight difference in the speed at which the two planets rotate on their axis.
Question 9: The novel "Moby Dick" primarily takes place aboard what ship?
Moby Dick, written by Herman Melville, largely takes place on the whaling ship named The Pequod. Captain Ahab, who obsessively seeks revenge on the white whale Moby Dick, commands the ship.
Question 10: Who is the founder of e-commerce giant, Amazon?
Amazon was founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, originally as an online bookstore. It evolved to become the world's largest online retailer and major player in various industries including cloud computing and entertainment.
Pierce Brosnan is an Irish actor best known for his role as James Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002. In addition to his Bond roles, he also starred in Mrs. Doubtfire alongside Robin Williams and Mamma Mia! with an array of Hollywood stars.