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geography
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In which country are the Himalayas located?
2Asia
1Africa
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The Himalayas, Asia's majestic mountain range, stretch across five countries: Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan and China (Tibet).
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The Himalayas, Asia's majestic mountain range, stretch across five countries: Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan and China (Tibet).
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geography
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What is the capital of Ecuador?
2Quito
1Lima
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Quito is the capital of Ecuador. Located in the Andes mountains, it is known for its high altitude and its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Quito is the capital of Ecuador. Located in the Andes mountains, it is known for its high altitude and its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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entertainment
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Who plays James Bond in No Time to Die?
2Daniel Craig
1Pierce Brosnan
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In No Time to Die, released in 2021, Daniel Craig once again plays James Bond, marking his fifth and final appearance in the iconic role.
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In No Time to Die, released in 2021, Daniel Craig once again plays James Bond, marking his fifth and final appearance in the iconic role.
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music
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Who was behind the formation of the American rock band Buffalo Springfield?
1Stephen Stills
2Neil Young
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The American rock band Buffalo Springfield was formed in 1966 by Stephen Stills and Neil Young, who were joined by Richie Furay, Bruce Palmer, and Dewey Martin.
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The American rock band Buffalo Springfield was formed in 1966 by Stephen Stills and Neil Young, who were joined by Richie Furay, Bruce Palmer, and Dewey Martin.
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arts
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What is bokeh in photography?
1Artistic blur
2Enhanced sharpness
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Bokeh is the soft-focus effect created by the blurred areas of a photo, often used to highlight the main subject by softening the background.
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Bokeh is the soft-focus effect created by the blurred areas of a photo, often used to highlight the main subject by softening the background.
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history
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In 622, during the Hegira, in which city did Muhammad take refuge?
1Medina
2Mecca
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The Hegira refers to the emigration of the Prophet Muhammad from the city of Mecca to the city of Medina in 622.
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The Hegira refers to the emigration of the Prophet Muhammad from the city of Mecca to the city of Medina in 622.
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sciences
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What atmospheric phenomenon has been reported by amateurs and then by NASA in 2015?
2Steve
1Novaya Zemlya
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Steve, Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement by retroacronymy, is a luminous phenomenon reported from 2015 onwards. It takes the form of a thin bright purple ribbon associated with green, adopting an east-west alignment. Its appearance is thus reminiscent of a polar aurora, although it is observed below the auroral zone.
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Steve, Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement by retroacronymy, is a luminous phenomenon reported from 2015 onwards. It takes the form of a thin bright purple ribbon associated with green, adopting an east-west alignment. Its appearance is thus reminiscent of a polar aurora, although it is observed below the auroral zone.
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sciences
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Which French military engineer built the first motor vehicle ?
2Nicolas Joseph Cugnot
1Charles Jeantaud
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In 1769, French military engineer Joseph Cugnot built the first motorized steam vehicle, the fardier à vapeur, the forerunner of the automobile.
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In 1769, French military engineer Joseph Cugnot built the first motorized steam vehicle, the fardier à vapeur, the forerunner of the automobile.
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geography
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What is the Pope's summer residence?
1Castel Gandolfo
2Pise
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Castel Gandolfo is an Italian municipality, located in the south-east of the province of Rome, Italy. Castel Gandolfo is home to the Palace of the Popes, a 12th century papal residence mainly known as the summer residence of the popes since Urban VIII (1623-1644).
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Castel Gandolfo is an Italian municipality, located in the south-east of the province of Rome, Italy. Castel Gandolfo is home to the Palace of the Popes, a 12th century papal residence mainly known as the summer residence of the popes since Urban VIII (1623-1644).
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music
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What is the nationality of the musician Tito Puente?
2Puerto Rican
1Cuban
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Tito Puente is a very popular and prolific Puerto Rican musician of Latin music. He is nicknamed "El Rey Del Timbal" (the king of the timpani).
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Tito Puente is a very popular and prolific Puerto Rican musician of Latin music. He is nicknamed "El Rey Del Timbal" (the king of the timpani).
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