Here are the answers to my questions which were posted earlier.
Five random multiple-choice questions for you today.
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One
Who was the eldest of the Marx Brothers?
- Chico
- Groucho
- Harpo
Answer: 1. Chico.
Chico, born Leonard Joseph Marx in 1887, was the eldest. Harpo, born Adolph Marx in 1888, followed. Groucho, born Julius Henry Marx in 1890, then came Gummo, born Milton Marx in 1893. Finally, Zeppo, born Herbert Manfred Marx in 1901, was the youngest and last of the five Marx brothers. The picture shows them in age order but missing Gummo. From top: Chico, Harpo, Groucho and Zeppo.
Two
The African polecat is also known as a …
- Zimbal
- Zorilla
- Zugerro
Answer: 3. Zorilla.
The striped polecat, native to sub-Saharan Africa, is a nocturnal, mostly carnivorous mammal with distinctive black and white fur. It uses its long claws to dig for prey and its spray to deter predators. While mostly solitary, females tolerate males during breeding season, and the species is not considered threatened.
Three
What movement which flourished in the early twentieth century was also referred to as Style Moderne?
- Art Deco
- Naturalism
- Realism
Answer: 1. Art Deco.
Art Deco, a style of visual arts, architecture, and product design, emerged in Paris in the 1910s and flourished internationally during the 1920s and 1930s. Influenced by various artistic movements and cultures, it represented luxury and progress, utilising both rare and new materials. While its popularity waned after World War II, Art Deco remains a significant architectural and design style.
Four
At what age did Alexander the Great die?
- 32 years old
- 41 years old
- 49 years old
Answer: 1. 32 years old.
Alexander the Great, king of Macedon (20/21 July 356 BCE – 10/11 June 323 BCE), created one of the largest empires in history through a decade-long military campaign. He conquered the Persian Empire, invaded India, and founded numerous cities, spreading Greek culture and initiating the Hellenistic period. His legacy includes cultural diffusion, military tactics, and legendary status in both Greek and non-Greek cultures.
Five
- Florida
- Louisiana
- Texas
Answer: 3. Texas.
The latitude of the three cities listed are as follows with the southernmost first…
- Austin, Texas (30.2672° N)
- Tallahassee, Florida (30.4383° N)
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana (30.4571° N)
Why a Duck? — Post Title
Why a Duck? is a well-known comedy routine from the Marx Brothers’ movie The Cocoanuts (1929). The scene, features Groucho mentioning an ‘viaduct’ and Chico asking ‘Why a duck?’. This turns into a prolonged routine which is a favourite among fans and has been analysed in Richard Anobile’s book of the same name. The script for the scene is on the Marx Brothers website here.
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