World's Easiest Quiz: Answers Revealed

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The discussion reveals answers to ten trivia questions commonly found online. Key facts include that the Hundred Years War lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453, and that Panama hats originate from Ecuador. Additionally, catgut is derived from sheep and horses, while the October Revolution is celebrated in November in Russia. Other notable answers include that a camel's hair brush is made of squirrel fur, and the Canary Islands are named after dogs. The quiz also confirms that King George VI's first name was Albert, and that Chinese gooseberries come from New Zealand.

PREREQUISITES
  • Knowledge of historical events, specifically the Hundred Years War and Thirty Years War.
  • Familiarity with geographical trivia, including countries associated with specific products.
  • Understanding of cultural references, such as the October Revolution in Russia.
  • Awareness of animal products used in various contexts, like catgut and camel's hair brushes.
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  • Research the historical context of the Hundred Years War and its impact on Europe.
  • Explore the production and cultural significance of Panama hats in Ecuador.
  • Investigate the origins and uses of catgut in musical instruments and other applications.
  • Learn about the October Revolution and its effects on modern Russian history.
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Trivia enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in cultural and geographical knowledge will benefit from this discussion.

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This is found in many places on the web.

1. How long did the Hundred Years War last?
2. Which country makes Panama hats?
3. From which animal do we get catgut?
4. In which month do Russians celebrate the October Revolution?
5. What is a camel's hair brush made of?
6. The Canary Islands in the Pacific are named after what animal?
7. What was King George VI's first name?
8. What color is a purple finch?
9. What country do Chinese gooseberries come from?
10. How long did the Thirty Years War last?

Answers... whited out

1. 116 years, from 1337 to 1453.
2. Ecuador.
3. Sheep and horses.
4. November (the Russian calendar was 13 days behind ours).
5. Squirrel fur.
6. The Latin name was Insularia Canaria --- Island of the Dogs.
7. Albert. When he became the king in 1936, he respected the wish of Queen Victoria that no future king should ever be called Albert.
8. Crimson.
9. New Zealand.
10. Thirty years of course (from 1618 to 1648)!
 
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