The philosophical phrase cogito ergo sum, or I think therefore I am, came from which philosopher?
Rene Descartes
Tags: Latin,Which British born fashion designer of the 1960s was credited with the creation of the mini skirt?
Mary Quant
Before he was president of the united states, which state did Bill Clinton serve as governor of?
Arkansas
Tags: US Presidents, Politics,Which composer wrote Variations on an Original Theme, Opus 36, more commonly known as the Enigma Variations?
Edward Elgar
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Johnny Depp has starred in 8 Tim Burton movies to date. In two of these movies he played characters named Edward. What are the movies?
Edward Scissorhands, Ed Wood
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Born on the same day as Abraham Lincoln, this English botanist, geologist, and naturalist published a very famous book, and many other lesser works. His last book was 'The Formation Of Vegetable Mould, Through the Action Of Worms'. Who is he?
Charles Darwin
Born on the same day as daft-haired comedian Russell Brand, this Oscar-winning actress made her film debut in 1982, alongside her father, Jon Voight. As well as starring in lots of critically acclaimed movies, she has directed a number of films as well, most recently directing First They Killed My Father. She currently holds the office of Special Envoy to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (2020). Who is she?
Angelina Jolie
Born on the same day as former Israeli prime minister Ariel Sharon, this American pianist and singer-songwriter was a pioneer of rock and roll. He sold over 65 million records, and between 1955 and 1960 he had 11 top ten hits. His 1949 release 'The Fat Man' is widely regarded as the first million selling rock and roll album. Who is he?
Antoine 'Fats' Domino Jr
Born on the same day as actress Diana Rigg, this Russian American actress starred in Rebel Without A Cause and West Side Story. In 1956 she had a brief relationship with Elvis Presley. She died in mysterious circumstances in 1981, with her cause of death currently being listed as 'drowning and other undetermined factors'. What is her name?
Natalie Wood
Born on the same day as Sylvester Stallone, this former governor of Texas attended Yale and then Harvard before becoming a co-owner of the Texas Rangers baseball team, before moving into politics. His political future was very much affected by Chad. What is his name?
George W Bush
Tags: US Presidents,Born on the same day as German tennis legend, Boris Becker, this American actor has 3 Oscar nominations; he is very outspoken on political issues; and has appeared in Marvel Superhero movies 7 times (twice as a post credits cameo). Who is he?
Mark Ruffalo
The USS Phoenix was the only ship to come out of the attack on Pearl Harbour unscathed. During which conflict was it later sunk?
The Falklands War
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What is the world's oldest naval ship still in commission, and is currently serving as the flagship of the First Sea Lord of the Royal Navy?
HMS Victory
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Who was captain of the HMS Bounty during the infamous mutiny?
Captain William Bligh
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Which iconic structure began its construction in California in January 1933?
Golden Gate Bridge
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In February 2013 which US State became the last to certify Amendment Thirteen of the US Constitution and thus became the final state to abolish slavery?
Mississippi
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Which JB who lived between 1748 and 1832 was a London-born philosopher best known as a proponent of Utilitarianism?
Jeremy Bentham
The Trans-Siberian Express connects Moscow to which other Russian city 5600 miles away?
Vladivostok
Tags: Russia,What is the 3 letter name used for the French high speed rail system?
TGV
Train a Grande Vitesse
Who wrote the poem Charge of the Light Brigade
Alfred Lord Tennyson
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The Light Fantastic is the second novel of the Discworld series written by who?
Terry Pratchett
Tags: Discworld,Which band had a big hit in 1976 with Blinded by the Light
Manfred Mann
This religious group were at the centre of the Waco siege by ATF agents in 1993. Who are they?
Branch Davidians
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Which is a correct name for a group of Buffalo?
- Obstinacy
- Stubbornness
- Tenacity
Obstinacy
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