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How many zodiac signs are there in Western astrology?

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12

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How many hours are in a week?

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168

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What is the first sign of the zodiac?

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Aries

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What is the origin of the croissant?

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Austria

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What is the name of the primary ingredient in pesto?

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Basil

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What is the name of the most consumed alcoholic beverage in the world?

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Beer

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What is the most used spice in the world?

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Black pepper

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What is the most common type of tea consumed worldwide?

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Black tea

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Which country has won the most FIFA World Cups?

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Brazil

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Who is the top 3 coffee producer in the world? ⭐️

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Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia

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What is the traditional drink served with tapioca pearls?

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Bubble tea

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What is the smallest constellation that represents a zodiac sign?

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Capricornus

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What is the name of the largest carnival in the world?

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Carnival in Rio de Janeiro

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What is the origin of Halloween?

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Celtic Festival of Samhain

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What is the world’s most popular board game?

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Chess

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16
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What is the primary ingredient in hummus?

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Chickpeas

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17
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What is the main ingredient in falafel?

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Chickpeas

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18
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Which country is credited with inventing paper money?

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China

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19
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What is the name of the soft drink that was originally green?

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Coca-Cola

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What is the name of the legendary one-eyed giant in Greek mythology?

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Cyclops

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21
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What is the national flower of Mexico?

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Dahlia

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What is the name of the Hindu festival of lights?

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Diwali

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What is the astrological term for the apparent path of the Sun?

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Ecliptic

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What is the primary ingredient in miso?

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Fermented soybeans

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What is the most common type of tree used for Christmas trees?
Fir
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What are the four elements in Western astrology?
Fire, Earth, Air, Water
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What is the name of the traditional Spanish dance characterized by clapping and stamping?
Flamenco
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What is the main ingredient in tempura batter?
Flour
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What is the oldest recorded musical instrument?
Flute
30
Which country exports the most perfume? ⭐️
France
31
What is the origin of the pretzel?
Germany
32
What is the tallest building in the world?
Burj Khalifa (Dubai)
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What is the traditional gift for a 50th wedding anniversary?
Gold
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What is the traditional colour of St. Patrick’s Day?
Green
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What is the name of the most widely eaten fish in the world?
Herring
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Which religion celebrates Diwali?
Hinduism (also celebrated by Sikhs and Jains)
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What is the term for the longest side of a right triangle?
Hypotenuse
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What is the significance of the Taj Mahal?
It is a mausoleum built by Shah Jahan for his wife
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Which country has the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
Italy
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Which country is the largest wine producer?
Italy
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What is the origin of the macaroon?
Italy
42
What is the national dish of South Korea?
Kimchi
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What is the name of the first commercial airline?
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
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What is the traditional drink of Argentina?
Mate
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What is the origin of the Caesar salad? ⭐️
Mexico
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Which country was the first to grant women the right to vote?
New Zealand
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What is the name of the Buddhist state of enlightenment?
Nirvana
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What is the study of coins called?
Numismatics
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What is the traditional Japanese art of folding paper?
Origami
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What is the national dish of Spain?
Paella
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What is the national dish of Italy?
Pasta
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What is the name of the famous leaning tower in Italy?
Pisa
53
What is the origin of the bagel?
Poland
54
What is the traditional colour of mourning in Thailand?
Purple
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What is the origin of the term "baker's dozen"?
Refers to 13 items (one extra for quality control)
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What is the most expensive spice by weight?
Saffron
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What is the primary ingredient in glass?
Sand (silica)
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How many colours are in a rainbow?
Seven
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What is the main ingredient in tofu?
Soybeans
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Which country consumes the most chocolate per capita?
Switzerland
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What is the name of the dance associated with Argentina?
Tango
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What is the most widely consumed beverage in the world after water?
Tea
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What is the only man-made object visible from space?
The Great Wall of China (debated)
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What is the symbol for the zodiac sign Aquarius?
The Water Bearer
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What is the name of the light Italian dessert made with mascarpone?
Tiramisu
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What is the national flower of the Netherlands?
Tulip
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What is the world's largest ice cream manufacturer?
Unilever
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Which country imports the most perfume? ⭐️
United States
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What is the origin of fortune cookies?
United States (California)
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What is the name of the process of making wine?
Vinification
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What is the most common material used in making candles?
Wax
72
Which company is known as the oldest operating brewery in the world?
Weihenstephan Brewery
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What is the name of the main currency used in Japan?
Yen
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What is the main ingredient in tzatziki sauce?
Yogurt
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In Greek mythology, who is the king of the gods?
Zeus
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Which zodiac sign, often referred to as the 13th sign?
Ophiuchus (between Scorpio and Sagittarius)
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In what country is it illegal to own only one guinea pig? ⭐
Switzerland
78
Which city has the most vending machines per capita? ⭐
Tokyo
79
Which city has the most bridges in the world? ⭐
Hamburg
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What is the capital city that is highest above sea level? ⭐
La Paz, Bolivia
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Which city has the most billionaires? ⭐
New York City
82
Where is the biggest mall of the world?
Teheran (Iran)
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Which fruit varieties is known as Lady Finger and Blue Java? ⭐
Banana
84
Which spice is derived from crocus flowers? ⭐
Saffron
85
In which Spanish city is La Tomatina festival held? ⭐️
Buñol
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Which country was the first to reach the South Pole? ⭐️
Norway
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Which modern-day country was home to the ancient city of Carthage? ⭐️
Tunisia
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Which Norse goddess is associated with death and the afterlife? ⭐️
Hel
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Which country is known for the tradition of the "Tea Ceremony"?
Japan

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