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What events are described in the Bayeux Tapestry ?
1Norman conquest of England
2Hundred Years' War
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The Bayeux Tapestry depicts the events leading up to William the Conqueror's conquest of England, in particular the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
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The Bayeux Tapestry depicts the events leading up to William the Conqueror's conquest of England, in particular the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
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music
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What musical effect was created by producer Phil Spector?
2Wall of sound
1Stereophonic recording
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Phil Spector created the musical effect of the wall of sound, in which several instruments are superimposed to create a rich, dense sound texture.
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Phil Spector created the musical effect of the wall of sound, in which several instruments are superimposed to create a rich, dense sound texture.
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nature
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What is the smallest antelope in the world?
2Dik-dik
1Common eland
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The smallest antelope in the world is the dik-dik, a small antelope that lives in East Africa. It measures between 30 and 40 cm and weighs between 3 and 6 kg.
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The smallest antelope in the world is the dik-dik, a small antelope that lives in East Africa. It measures between 30 and 40 cm and weighs between 3 and 6 kg.
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entertainment
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Which actor plays the role of Ned Stark in the Game of Thrones series?
2Sean Bean
1Iain Glen
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Sean Bean plays Ned Stark in Game of Thrones, a central character in the first season known for his sense of honor.
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Sean Bean plays Ned Stark in Game of Thrones, a central character in the first season known for his sense of honor.
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geography
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What is the capital of Lithuania?
2Vilnius
1Riga
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The capital of Lithuania is Vilnius. Located in the south-east of the country, Vilnius is known for its Baroque architecture, its UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center and its rich cultural history.
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The capital of Lithuania is Vilnius. Located in the south-east of the country, Vilnius is known for its Baroque architecture, its UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center and its rich cultural history.
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arts
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What is Mark Rothko's nationality?
1American
2Latvian
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Mark Rothko was an American painter of Latvian origin. Born in Daugavpils, he emigrated to the United States in 1913 and became a major figure in Abstract Expressionism.
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Mark Rothko was an American painter of Latvian origin. Born in Daugavpils, he emigrated to the United States in 1913 and became a major figure in Abstract Expressionism.
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sports
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What is Gareth Bale's national team?
2Wales
1Scotland
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Gareth Bale plays for the Wales national team. He is considered one of the best Welsh footballers of all time.
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Gareth Bale plays for the Wales national team. He is considered one of the best Welsh footballers of all time.
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entertainment
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Who directed The Incredible Hulk in 2008?
2Louis Leterrier
1Jon Favreau
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The Incredible Hulk, released in 2008, was directed by Louis Leterrier, a French director also known for his action films.
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The Incredible Hulk, released in 2008, was directed by Louis Leterrier, a French director also known for his action films.
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music
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On which Joni Mitchell's album does the song A Case of You appear?
1Blue
2Song to a Seagull
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A Case of You is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter, musician, singer and painter Joni Mitchell from her 1971 album Blue.
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A Case of You is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter, musician, singer and painter Joni Mitchell from her 1971 album Blue.
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arts
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How many versions of Titian's work DanaΓ« exist?
26
13
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Danae is a series of at least six versions of the same composition by the Italian painter Titian and his workshop between about 1544 and 1560. The scene is based on the mythological princess Danae.
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Danae is a series of at least six versions of the same composition by the Italian painter Titian and his workshop between about 1544 and 1560. The scene is based on the mythological princess Danae.
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