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geography
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Where are the Alps?
1Europe
2North America
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The Alps are a mountain range in central Europe, spanning eight countries: France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Liechtenstein and Monaco.
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The Alps are a mountain range in central Europe, spanning eight countries: France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Liechtenstein and Monaco.
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arts
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To which war does Francisco de Goya's The Third of May 1808 refer?
2Peninsular War
1Spanish Civil War
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Francisco de Goya's painting The Third of May 1808 refers to the Spanish War of Independence (1808-1814), which pitted Spain against Napoleon's occupation.
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Francisco de Goya's painting The Third of May 1808 refers to the Spanish War of Independence (1808-1814), which pitted Spain against Napoleon's occupation.
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nature
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What is the largest volcano in Europe?
1Cantal
2Vosges
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The largest volcano in Europe is the Cantal with 2 700 km2 and 70 km in diameter.
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The largest volcano in Europe is the Cantal with 2 700 km2 and 70 km in diameter.
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geography
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In which Thai city is Wat Pho located?
1Bangkok
2Phuket
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Wat Pho or Wat Phra Chettuphon (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), is one of the largest and oldest Buddhist temples in Bangkok.
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Wat Pho or Wat Phra Chettuphon (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), is one of the largest and oldest Buddhist temples in Bangkok.
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history
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What is Plato's real name?
1Aristocles
2Diotima
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Plato's real name was Aristocles. This nickname, which means “large” in Greek, is said to have been given to him because of his imposing forehead or build.
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Plato's real name was Aristocles. This nickname, which means “large” in Greek, is said to have been given to him because of his imposing forehead or build.
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arts
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In which European museum is the Gate of Ishtar reconstructed?
2Pergamon Museum, Berlin
1British Museum, London
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The Gate of Ishtar is one of the eight gates of the inner city of Babylon. It was built north of the city in 580 BC on the orders of King Nebuchadnezzar II. The complex, which was completely reconstructed, is preserved in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin.
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The Gate of Ishtar is one of the eight gates of the inner city of Babylon. It was built north of the city in 580 BC on the orders of King Nebuchadnezzar II. The complex, which was completely reconstructed, is preserved in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin.
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music
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How many musicians appear on Miles Davis' album Birth of the Cool?
29
15
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Birth of the Cool is a jazz album by Miles Davis released in 1957. It is a nonet (nine musicians), whose each section must imitate, in the spirit of its creators, one of the registers of the human voice.
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Birth of the Cool is a jazz album by Miles Davis released in 1957. It is a nonet (nine musicians), whose each section must imitate, in the spirit of its creators, one of the registers of the human voice.
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music
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On which Chuck Berry album does the song (Get Your Kicks on) Route 66 appear?
2New Juke Box Hits
1Chuck Berry Is on Top
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(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66 has become a standard and has been recorded by many artists. Chuck Berry's version, which appeared on his 1961 album New Juke Box Hits, was the closest to his R&B roots, with jazz accents often mixed in with his own songs.
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(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66 has become a standard and has been recorded by many artists. Chuck Berry's version, which appeared on his 1961 album New Juke Box Hits, was the closest to his R&B roots, with jazz accents often mixed in with his own songs.
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entertainment
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Which David Lynch film was released in 2001?
2Mulholland Drive
1Lost Highway
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Mulholland Drive is David Lynch's 2001 film. This psychological thriller has gained a cult following for its enigmatic narrative and dreamlike atmosphere.
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Mulholland Drive is David Lynch's 2001 film. This psychological thriller has gained a cult following for its enigmatic narrative and dreamlike atmosphere.
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sports
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What is Luis Suarez's national team?
2Uruguay
1Argentina
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Luis Suárez plays for the Uruguayan national team. He is one of the best strikers in the team's history, with numerous records to his credit.
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Luis Suárez plays for the Uruguayan national team. He is one of the best strikers in the team's history, with numerous records to his credit.
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