Question 1

An average website loads 50+ HTTP requests. Modern browsers limit requests per domain to prevent overwhelming servers.

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An average website loads 50+ HTTP requests. Modern browsers limit requests per domain to prevent overwhelming servers.. Learn more: internet, web, protocols

Question 2

The femur (thighbone) is the strongest human bone and can support weight equivalent to 30 times a person's body weight.

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The femur (thighbone) is the strongest human bone and can support weight equivalent to 30 times a person's body weight.. Learn more: numbers, biology

Question 3

The word 'mummy' comes from the Arabic word 'mummiyah' meaning bitumen, as Egyptians used resin and natron to preserve bodies for the eternal journey to the afterlife.

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The word 'mummy' comes from the Arabic word 'mummiyah' meaning bitumen, as Egyptians used resin and natron to preserve bodies for the eternal journey to the afterlife.. Learn more: egyptian-mythology, burial-practices, afterlife

Question 4

The Bluetooth logo combines ancient runes for Harald's initials (H and B), honoring the king who inspired the technology's unifying vision.

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The Bluetooth logo combines ancient runes for Harald's initials (H and B), honoring the king who inspired the technology's unifying vision.. Learn more: wireless, technology, standards

Question 5

Japan's flag's red circle represents the sun and is called 'Hinomaru,' which translates to 'circle of the sun'.

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Japan's flag's red circle represents the sun and is called 'Hinomaru,' which translates to 'circle of the sun'.. Learn more: flags, asia

Question 6

Major IPO pops have sometimes seen stocks double or triple in value on day one, creating instant wealth for early investors.

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Major IPO pops have sometimes seen stocks double or triple in value on day one, creating instant wealth for early investors.. Learn more: stock market, IPO, terminology

Question 7

An estimated 650 million people watched Armstrong's moonwalk on television, making it one of the most-watched events in human history.

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An estimated 650 million people watched Armstrong's moonwalk on television, making it one of the most-watched events in human history.. Learn more: Apollo 11, Moon landing, Armstrong

Question 8

The tomato difference reflects trade access in New Orleans vs. rural Cajun areas.

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The tomato difference reflects trade access in New Orleans vs. rural Cajun areas.. Learn more: American Cuisine, Ingredients

Question 9

The Matrix introduced 'bullet time,' a visual effect that became iconic and widely imitated.

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The Matrix introduced 'bullet time,' a visual effect that became iconic and widely imitated.. Learn more: sci-fi, 1990s, keanu-reeves, action

Question 10

Ariadne's thread became a metaphorical term in English for finding your way through complex, confusing problems or situations—originating from a simple ball of string.

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Ariadne's thread became a metaphorical term in English for finding your way through complex, confusing problems or situations—originating from a simple ball of string.. Learn more: Greek, Heroes, Monsters

Question 11

Champagne's bubbles are created through a secondary fermentation process. The pressure inside a sealed champagne bottle can reach up to 6 atmospheres.

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Champagne's bubbles are created through a secondary fermentation process. The pressure inside a sealed champagne bottle can reach up to 6 atmospheres.. Learn more: Wine, French Wines, Champagne

Question 12

Switzerland has 26 cantons (states) and is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe by percentage of terrain.

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Switzerland has 26 cantons (states) and is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe by percentage of terrain.. Learn more: Landlocked, Europe, Mountains

Question 13

Before Nowruz, homes undergo 'shaking the dust'—a thorough spring cleaning symbolizing renewal and the welcoming of fresh beginnings across generations.

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Before Nowruz, homes undergo 'shaking the dust'—a thorough spring cleaning symbolizing renewal and the welcoming of fresh beginnings across generations.. Learn more: Nowruz, Persian, culture

Question 14

Medusa was not born a monster but was cursed and transformed because she was violated in Athena's temple, making her a tragic victim of divine injustice.

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Medusa was not born a monster but was cursed and transformed because she was violated in Athena's temple, making her a tragic victim of divine injustice.. Learn more: Greek, Monsters, Curses

Question 15

By law, tequila must contain at least 51% blue agave and be produced in specific Mexican regions to earn its protected name.

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By law, tequila must contain at least 51% blue agave and be produced in specific Mexican regions to earn its protected name.. Learn more: beverages, world-food

Question 16

The Crown was Netflix's most expensive series per episode, with production budgets regularly exceeding $13 million for individual episodes.

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The Crown was Netflix's most expensive series per episode, with production budgets regularly exceeding $13 million for individual episodes.. Learn more: drama, historical, Netflix, British

Question 17

Water is unusual: ice is less dense than liquid water, which is why ice floats—a property that prevents lakes from freezing solid.

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Water is unusual: ice is less dense than liquid water, which is why ice floats—a property that prevents lakes from freezing solid.. Learn more: physics, phase-changes, thermodynamics

Question 18

Coca-Cola's original formula contained coca leaf extract and trace amounts of cocaine, a common ingredient in 1880s tonics; these were removed in 1903.

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Coca-Cola's original formula contained coca leaf extract and trace amounts of cocaine, a common ingredient in 1880s tonics; these were removed in 1903.. Learn more: Coca-Cola, branding, consumer culture, history

Question 19

Liechtenstein is surrounded by two countries (Switzerland and Austria), so it's not technically an enclave.

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Liechtenstein is surrounded by two countries (Switzerland and Austria), so it's not technically an enclave.. Learn more: Extreme Geography, Enclaves, Political Geography

Question 20

The young bard Taliesin accidentally gained all the world's wisdom by tasting three drops of Ceridwen's magical brew meant for someone else—becoming a legendary poet.

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The young bard Taliesin accidentally gained all the world's wisdom by tasting three drops of Ceridwen's magical brew meant for someone else—becoming a legendary poet.. Learn more: Celtic, Magic, Artifacts