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In 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail towards the west, looking for India, (or Asia), but didn't find it. However, five years later this Portuguese navigator set sail towards the East, and reached India in 1498. Who was he?

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This chemical element is an alkali metal, one of the lightest metals known. It is used in nuclear reactions, in batteries, in the glass industry, and as a medicine for the treatment of manic-depressive psychosis. What element is it?

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This University, located in Pittsburgh, PA., was founded by a Scottish philanthropist, who named the school after himself, and this school's marching band is, even today, a bagpipe band. Can you name the school?

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Between 1988 and 1992, three Oakland A's won the Most Valuable Player award in the American League. Who were they?

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This 1990 autobiographical comedy was based on Carrie Fisher's journey through addiction, and her relationship with her Debbie Reynolds-type mother. What was the film title, and which actresses played the lead roles of mother and daughter in this film?

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Historians trace the fall of the Roman Empire to the fifth century when Rome was sacked by which cruel and distructive northern tribe, whose name has now become a generic term?

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This person, Sultan of Egypt and Syria, was the Muslim warrior who captured Jerusalem from the crusaders in 1187, thereby ending Christian control over the holy land. What was his name?

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What type of robots shattered records at the Beijing half-marathon in April 2026?

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The mental and physical exercise known as yoga evolves from what religion?

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Which U.S. state's highest point is only 345 feet above sea level?

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What French artist is known for his paintings of ballet dancers?

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BONUS: How many pairs of ribs do human beings have?

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The 31st state of the United States was the first state bordering the Pacific Ocean. Which state was this?

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The languages that developed from Latin are referred to by a "lovely" name. What is that name?

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Located on the Thames River opposite Windsor is the largest and most famous of England's public schools. It was founded by Henry VI in 1440. What's the name?