1 - What “home” in space has been continuously occupied since the year 2000?
2 - In June, who was appointed as chief of Sarnia Fire and Rescue Services?
3 - Trumpeter, whooper, and black-necked are all varieties of what bird?
4 - The singer, Shakira, was born in what South American country?
5 - What is the name of the small hammer used in courts of law and auctions?
6 - Nicholas II was the last Tsar of what country?
7 - Women’s hearts generally beat faster than men’s. True or False
8 - Which French philosopher who wrote, “I think therefore I am,” is considered the father of rationalism?
9 - Seattle is considered the home of what rock genre that combines punk with heavy metal?
10 - In 2019, 26.7 million people visited this city, making it the most visited city of the year. Was it:
a) New York b) Paris c) Hong Kong
- Tom St. Amand (column # 275)
ANSWERS: 1 - International Space Station; 2 - Brian Arnold; 3 – Swans; 4 – Colombia; 5 – Gavel; 6 – Russia; 7 – True; 8 - Rene Descartes; 9 – Grunge; 10 - c) Hong Kong.