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General knowledge

How many colors are in a rainbow?+

Seven: red, orange, yellow, green, light blue, blue, violet.

What is the longest river in the world?+

The Nile (by traditional estimates) or the Amazon - the debate is still ongoing.

How many minutes are in a day?+

1,440 minutes.

What is the largest ocean on Earth?+

The Pacific Ocean.

History

In which century was Gutenberg's printing press invented?+

In the 15th century (around 1440).

Which wall divided a city from 1961 to 1989?+

The Berlin Wall.

Who was the first person to orbit the Earth?+

Yuri Gagarin (1961).

How long did the Hundred Years' War actually last?+

116 years (1337-1453).

Science and nature

Which is heavier: a kilogram of feathers or a kilogram of iron?+

They weigh the same - both are a kilogram.

How many legs does a spider have?+

Eight.

What is the boiling point of water at sea level?+

100 °C.

What is the science of weather called?+

Meteorology.

Movies and culture

How many Oscars did the film Titanic (1997) win?+

Eleven.

Who painted the Mona Lisa?+

Leonardo da Vinci.

Which instrument has 88 keys?+

The piano.

Which note comes after 'sol'?+

'La'.

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