Question 1: When is Chinese New Year traditionally celebrated?
Question 2: Which ancient civilization developed the earliest known form of writing, cuneiform?
Cuneiform is a system of writing first developed by the ancient Sumerians of Mesopotamia around 3500–3000 BC. It used wedge-shaped marks made by a stylus on clay tablets.
Question 3: Why does Superman wear his red underpants over his costume?
The design of Superman's costume with the external red "underpants" was inspired by 1930s circus strongmen, who often wore similar outfits. This perfectly suited Superman's role as a superhuman hero.
Question 4: Which famous inventor was known for developing the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and the electric light bulb?
Known as "The Wizard of Menlo Park", Thomas Edison acquired a record number of 1,093 patents (singly or jointly) and was driving force behind such innovations as the phonograph, the incandescent light bulb and one of the earliest motion picture cameras.
Question 5: When was Rene Descartes' philosophical statement "I think therefore I am" first published?
Rene Descartes' statement "I think, therefore I am" was first published in his work Discourse on the Method in 1637. This statement is the foundation of his philosophical and metaphysical theories.
Question 6: Who is often regarded as the father of modern genetics, whose experiments on pea plants laid the foundation for our understanding of how traits are inherited?
Gregor Mendel, a 19th-century friar and scientist, conducted experiments with pea plants to understand inheritance. His rules of “inheritance” paved the way for our modern understanding of genetics.
Question 7: In which city are the headquarters of the Country Music Association located?
The Country Music Association was formed in 1958 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee - a city world-renowned for its ties to country music and often referred to as the 'Country Music Capital of the World'.
Question 8: Where in the solar system is Olympus Mons, the tallest volcano known to man?
Olympus Mons is a shield volcano on Mars, and is the tallest volcano and largest shield volcano in the entire solar system. It stands at about 13.6 miles (22 kilometers) high, which is nearly three times the height of Mount Everest, the tallest mountain on Earth.
Question 9: Who is considered the founder of modern nursing?
Florence Nightingale, originating from England, is often considered the founder of modern nursing. Her efforts to reform healthcare greatly improved standards in sanitation, patient care, and hospital planning. Her impactful role was particularly highlighted during the Crimean War.
Question 10: If The Black Widow is a comic book superhero, which universe does she belong to?
Black Widow is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, also known as Natasha Romanoff or Natalia Romanova. She's a former Russian spy and a member of the superhero team, The Avengers.
The date of Chinese New Year varies each year because it is based on the lunar calendar. It typically falls between January 21 and February 20. It marks the start of the Lunar New Year and is China's most important traditional holiday.