FunTrivia World Mix: Vol 18 Trivia Quiz

Answer: Teddy Roosevelt

Teddy Roosevelt is often remembered for his participation in the Rough Riders, for his Square Deal programme breaking up trusts and regulating railroads, and for his efforts to end the Russo-Japanese War, for which he won a Nobel Prize. What many do not know is that he was an avid naturalist. During his camping trip with John Muir, they discussed what was needed to protect US wilderness areas.

In addition to setting aside land for a Grand Canyon National Monument, his administration created many other national parks and monuments, among them Crater Lake, Mesa Verde, the Devil's Tower, Pinnacles, and Chaco Canyon.

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Answer: Boston, Massachusetts

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Answer: Iron Cross

When the twelve-column neoclassical Brandenburg Gate in Berlin was completed in 1791, on top of it sat a quadriga (four-horse chariot) driven by the Goddess of Peace, holding a lance adorned with a wreath of oak leaves. After Napoleon defeated Prussia at the Battle of Jena-Auerstedt, the little Corsican stole the quadriga away to Paris. Following Napoleon's defeat in 1814, the Prussians retrieved the quadriga, whereupon they added to the wreath the Prussian eagle and the Iron Cross, a military decoration established by King Frederick William III of Prussia.

The Goddess of Peace became the Goddess of Victory.

Question by player gracious1

Answer: Buddhism

The Potala Palace was once the winter home of the Dalai Lama for over 300 years. In 1959, the palace was claimed by China and was slightly damaged during the Tibetan Uprising that year. Today, the Potala Palace is a museum and world heritage site.

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Answer: Spain

The Republic of Peru was colonized by the Spanish since the 1500s. The country was declared independent in July 1821 but was officially recognised in August 1879.



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Answer: Stained glass

The royal chapel of Sainte-Chapelle used to be the seat of the Kings of France up until the 14th century, but, nowadays, it is one of the national monuments of France. Located on the Île de la Cité in Paris, France, a leisurely walk away from the famous Notre Dame cathedral, it is an excellent example of Gothic architecture.

In the chapel, one can see the breathtaking stained glass windows of Sainte-Chapelle. Using only five colours of glass, the windows show 1,113 biblical figures in 15 windows. These windows were commissioned by King Louis IX in 1242 and have been protected, reinforced, and restored several times throughout history.

Question by player LeoDaVinci

Answer: David Cameron

David Cameron announced his resignation the morning after the UK referendum on whether to leave the European Union. He became prime minister in 2010 and had already announced that he would be resigning before the next general election.

Question by player KentQuizzer

Answer: Tay Bridge disaster

On 28 December 1879, the Tay Bridge collapsed when a train was crossing, and all on board were killed.

Question by player scarlet1977

Answer: Adolfo López Mateos

López Mateos' term was marked by vast improvements in education, land reform, health care, and, given his background as a socialist, a surprisingly stern hand with labor unions. He was crippled by a stroke shortly after leaving office. He lapsed into a coma, and eventually passed away in 1969.

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Answer: George Washington

Referring to Washington after his funeral, Henry Lee said that he was "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen". He said that to honor Washington for the work he did for his country and the respect he had among his fellow citizens--and even some of his enemies.

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