Cultural Trivia from Around the World

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Which of these biomes is not present in California? Alpine tundra, Boreal forest (taiga), Mediterranean woodland, Desert

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Boreal forest (taiga)

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How old are the Appalachian Mountains, which run through western North Carolina?

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400 million years old

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Which of these chains was founded in California? Options: Starbucks, Subway, McDonalds, Panda Express

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Starbucks

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Which of these was invented in Ireland? The steam engine, The modern submarine, The ballpoint pen, The telephone

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The modern submarine

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Which dish is most famously associated with Hyderabad’s culinary heritage? Options: Biryani, Dosa, Chole bhature, Butter chicken

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Biryani

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Which Israeli holiday is known for costumes, parties, and giving gifts of food?

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Purim

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What food is Lucknow especially famous for? Options: Galouti kebab, Butter chicken, Biryani, Rogan josh

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Galouti kebab

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Which of these items of clothing was invented during the California Gold Rush? Suspenders, Flannel shirts, Leather boots, Blue jeans

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Blue jeans

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Which of these celebrities is not Israeli or Israeli-born? Shira Haas, Gal Gadot, Natalie Portman, Rami Malek

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Rami Malek

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In India, which animal is widely revered in Hinduism and is often seen freely roaming streets in many cities?

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Cow