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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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geography
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What is the capital of Iraq?
1Baghdad
2Tehran
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The capital of Iraq is Baghdad. Situated on the banks of the Tigris River, this city is rich in history and has been a cultural and intellectual center of the Islamic world.
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The capital of Iraq is Baghdad. Situated on the banks of the Tigris River, this city is rich in history and has been a cultural and intellectual center of the Islamic world.
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arts
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What prize does Pablo Picasso receive in 1955?
1International Peace Prize
2National Prize for Plastic Arts
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In 1955, Pablo Picasso was awarded the International Peace Prize in recognition of his commitment to pacifism, notably with his famous dove of peace.
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In 1955, Pablo Picasso was awarded the International Peace Prize in recognition of his commitment to pacifism, notably with his famous dove of peace.
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history
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What is the name given to the revolutions known in Europe in 1848?
1The Springtime of the Peoples
2The Uprising
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Springtime of the Peoples or Spring of Nations is a set of revolutions that Europe experienced in 1848. Although repressed, these crises were often decisive for the development of the countries concerned, particularly in Germany which, despite the failure of the Treaty of Frankfurt, set out on the road to unification in 1871.
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Springtime of the Peoples or Spring of Nations is a set of revolutions that Europe experienced in 1848. Although repressed, these crises were often decisive for the development of the countries concerned, particularly in Germany which, despite the failure of the Treaty of Frankfurt, set out on the road to unification in 1871.
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nature
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What family do fir trees belong to?
1Pinaceae
2Taxodiaceae
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Firs belong to the family Pinaceae, which includes about 600 species of conifers, and are characterized by their pyramidal shape.
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Firs belong to the family Pinaceae, which includes about 600 species of conifers, and are characterized by their pyramidal shape.
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history
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Which battle ends the American Civil War?
1The battle of Appomattox
2The Battle of Chattanooga
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The battle of Appomattox ended the Civil War, even though the fighting did not stop immediately.
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The battle of Appomattox ended the Civil War, even though the fighting did not stop immediately.
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sciences
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Which mathematician and astronomer improved the mechanism of the pendulum clock in 1656?
2Christian Huygens
1Galileo
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In 1656, mathematician and astronomer Christiaan Huygens perfected the pendulum clock, improving the accuracy of time measurement.
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In 1656, mathematician and astronomer Christiaan Huygens perfected the pendulum clock, improving the accuracy of time measurement.
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geography
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What is the capital of the United States?
2Washington, D.C.
1New York
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The capital of the United States is Washington, D.C. This city is the political center of the country. It is home to the White House, the Capitol and many historic monuments.
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The capital of the United States is Washington, D.C. This city is the political center of the country. It is home to the White House, the Capitol and many historic monuments.
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nature
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What is the name of the buck of the deer?
1Brocade
2Fawn
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The male roe deer is known as the brocade. It is distinguished by its antlers, which fall and grow back each year, and by its role in spring reproduction.
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The male roe deer is known as the brocade. It is distinguished by its antlers, which fall and grow back each year, and by its role in spring reproduction.
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music
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Where does Elvis Presley do his military service ?
1Germany
2Japan
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Elvis Presley did his military service with the U.S. Army in Germany between 1958 and 1960.
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Elvis Presley did his military service with the U.S. Army in Germany between 1958 and 1960.
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