The world record for most children born to one woman is held by a Mrs. Vassilyeva of Russia who lived in the 1700s. How many children did she give birth to?
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
World History
In London stands a memorial to the Gurkha soldiers who fought with the British, known for their military prowess and fearlessness in battle. What Asian nation do Gurkhas hail from?
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Geography
The farthest point on Earth from its center is not Mount Everest. In what country will you be the furthest from the center of the earth?
Monday, July 8, 2013
Geography
The deepest part in the Atlantic Ocean is 76 miles north of Puerto Rico (27,493 feet). What Wisconsin city shares a name with this spot?
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Biology
The largest and heaviest plant organism known on Earth is found in Utah. What kind of plant is it?
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Geography
In 2012, Russian scientists drilled 13,100 ft down to reach the liquid in Lake Vostok, Antarctica. How many feet below sea level is the surface of this lake?
Monday, July 1, 2013
Astronomy
The planet Alpha Centauri Bb, discovered in 2012, shares what unique feature with the fictional Star Wars home of Luke Skywalker?
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