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    If you're confronted with a unfriendly dog, what do experts suggest you do?

    • Run for your life
    • Stand still and pretend to be unaffected by its behaviour
    • Climb a near by tree
    • Attack the dog
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A fun quiz to test your knowledge. 10 questions 5 minutes. . . Lets see how fast your grey matter or fingers work ;P

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  • 2. 

    If sin : cos then cosec:?

    Explanation
    The given question is asking for the relationship between cosec and sin, given that sin is related to cos. In trigonometry, cosec is the reciprocal of sin, just like secant is the reciprocal of cos. Therefore, the correct answer is secant. The variations in capitalization (sec, Secant, Sec) do not affect the explanation.

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  • 3. 
    What/Who am I - ProProfs

    What/Who am I

    • A butterfly which has just emerged from its pupa

    • A caterpillar yawning

    • Cactus

    • Venus fly trap

    Correct Answer
    A. Venus fly trap
    Explanation
    The correct answer is venus fly trap because it is the only option that aligns with the given description. A butterfly emerging from its pupa and a caterpillar yawning are both stages in the life cycle of a butterfly, not characteristics of a venus fly trap. Cactus is unrelated to the given description. The venus fly trap, on the other hand, is a plant known for its carnivorous behavior of trapping and digesting insects, which matches the idea of a butterfly just emerging from its pupa.

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  • 4. 

    Which water body has the highest salt content, so much so that you can actually float in the water?

    • Salt Lake

    • Black Sea

    • Dead Sea

    • Aral Sea

    Correct Answer
    A. Dead Sea
    Explanation
    The Dead Sea has the highest salt content among the given options. Its salt concentration is so high that it allows for high buoyancy, making it possible for individuals to float effortlessly on the surface of the water. This is due to the high levels of salt and minerals, such as magnesium, calcium, and potassium, which give the water its unique properties.

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  • 5. 

    What triggered the First World War?

    • Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria killed the price of Dachau

    • Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assasinated

    • Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria eloped with the pricess of a german state

    • Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria had nothing to do with the World war

    Correct Answer
    A. Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assasinated
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated. His assassination is considered one of the main triggers for the First World War. The assassination took place on June 28, 1914, in Sarajevo, Bosnia, when a Serbian nationalist named Gavrilo Princip shot and killed the Archduke and his wife. This event led to a series of political and military alliances being activated, ultimately resulting in the outbreak of the war.

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  • 6. 

    The 'Fat Man" and " Little Boy" changed the history of the world. Who're they?

    Correct Answer
    Nuclear bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki
    Nuclear bombs
    Bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Nuclear bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Nuclear bombs, Bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. These options refer to the two atomic bombs that were dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II. The bombings had a significant impact on history as they led to Japan's surrender and the end of the war. The use of nuclear weapons in warfare also marked a turning point in the development of military technology and raised ethical and moral concerns about the use of such destructive weapons.

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  • 7. 

    What did Obama win Nobel Prize for?

    • Nothing

    • Peace

    • Economics

    • Public Policy

    Correct Answer
    A. Peace
    Explanation
    Obama won the Nobel Prize for Peace. This prestigious award was given to him in 2009 for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples. As the 44th President of the United States, Obama made significant contributions towards resolving conflicts, promoting nuclear disarmament, and fostering a more peaceful world. His diplomatic initiatives and commitment to dialogue and cooperation were recognized and honored by the Nobel Committee through this award.

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  • 8. 

    You're travelling in Europe and if someone asks you, "Auf Wiedersehen", how will you respond?

    • Danke

    • Auf Wiedersehen

    • Verloren Werden

    • Weggehen

    Correct Answer
    A. Auf Wiedersehen
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Auf Wiedersehen" because it is a common German phrase used to say goodbye. It literally translates to "until we see each other again" and is a polite and formal way to bid farewell.

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  • 9. 

    What is the Killer Whale categorized under?

    • Whales

    • Dolphins

    • Sharks

    • Amphibians

    Correct Answer
    A. Dolphins
    Explanation
    The Killer Whale is categorized under dolphins because it is actually the largest member of the dolphin family. Despite its name, it is not a whale but rather a type of dolphin. Killer Whales, also known as orcas, share many characteristics with other dolphins such as their social behavior, intelligence, and communication skills. They are highly adaptable and can be found in oceans all around the world.

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  • 10. 
    Who painted this picture? - ProProfs

    Who painted this picture?

    • Picasso

    • Van Gogh

    • Adolf Hitler

    • Musoloni

    Correct Answer
    A. Adolf Hitler
  • 11. 

    What does Commanding Heights, a famous book by Daniel Yergin talk about?

    • Upheavels and Ravages of War

    • Ecological Imbalance

    • It's a fiction describing battles between the ROMAN and Egyptian Kingdoms

    • The reason for the economic conditions conditions

    Correct Answer
    A. The reason for the economic conditions conditions
    Explanation
    The book "Commanding Heights" by Daniel Yergin talks about the reasons behind the economic conditions.

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  • 12. 

    Where was mother Teresa a native of?

    • India

    • Albania

    • Hungary

    • Yugoslavia

    Correct Answer
    A. Albania
    Explanation
    Mother Teresa was a native of Albania. This means that she was born and raised in Albania.

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  • 13. 

    My father negotiated my country's independence from the British and my mother was the ambassador to India and Nepal from my country. I've alway fought for democracy and always will. Who am I?

    • Mohandas Gandhi

    • Aung San Su Kyi

    • Rajeev Gandhi

    • Sirimavo Bandaranaike

    Correct Answer
    A. Aung San Su Kyi
    Explanation
    Aung San Su Kyi is the correct answer because she is known for her fight for democracy in Myanmar. Her father, Aung San, negotiated Myanmar's independence from British colonial rule, and her mother, Daw Khin Kyi, served as Myanmar's ambassador to India and Nepal. Aung San Su Kyi has been a prominent figure in advocating for democracy and human rights in Myanmar throughout her political career.

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  • 14. 

    What are the names of the current W.T. offices in Madivala

    • M1

    • M2

    • M3

    • M4

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. M2
    A. M3
    A. M4
  • 15. 

    If the letter 'i' is part of an equation what does it signify?

    • A variable

    • An integer

    • A complex number

    • Alphabet

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. A variable
    A. An integer
    A. A complex number
    Explanation
    The letter 'i' is commonly used to represent the imaginary unit in mathematics. In equations, when 'i' is part of an equation, it signifies a complex number. Complex numbers are numbers that consist of a real part and an imaginary part, where the imaginary part is multiplied by 'i'. However, it is important to note that 'i' can also be used to represent a variable or an integer in different contexts.

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