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POLITICS Scottish Politics Alex Salmond

Alex Salmond

Alex Salmond led Scotland through its first independence referendum and historic SNP majority

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What was the significance of the SNP's majority win in the 2011 Scottish Parliament election under Alex Salmond's leadership?

It allowed the SNP to abolish the Scottish Parliament and centralize power in Westminster. It resulted in the immediate independence of Scotland without a referendum. It was the only time a party won an overall majority under the additional member system, enabling the 2014 independence referendum.

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ARTS Film and Cinema Frank Capra

Frank Capra

Frank Capra's films shaped the American Dream narrative during Hollywood's golden age

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How did Frank Capra's work during World War II differ from his pre-war films?

He stopped making films and focused solely on acting during the war. He exclusively directed romantic comedies during the war period. He produced propaganda films for the U.S. Army Signal Corps, such as the 'Why We Fight' series.

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ARTS Film and Theater James Stewart (actor)

James Stewart (actor)

James Stewart's iconic everyman persona made him a symbol of mid-20th century American ideals

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How did James Stewart's military service influence his acting career and public image?

His military service was kept secret and had no impact on his acting roles or public image. His service as a pilot and officer during WWII enhanced his reputation as a patriotic and morally upright figure, reinforcing his everyman screen persona. He only served in the military after retiring from acting, so it did not influence his career.

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FILM American Cinema It's a Wonderful Life

It's a Wonderful Life

The timeless Christmas classic 'It's a Wonderful Life' grew from initial failure to cultural treasure

2 days ago

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What narrative device does 'It's a Wonderful Life' use to show George Bailey the impact of his life?

George reads a diary revealing his influence on others George experiences a dream where he is a famous businessman A guardian angel shows him an alternate reality where he never existed

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GEOGRAPHY Transportation Infrastructure Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport ranks as the UK's second-busiest airport and Europe's tenth by passenger traffic

3 days ago

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Why can Gatwick Airport only use its secondary runway when the main runway is not in use?

Because the secondary runway is too close to the main runway, limiting simultaneous use. Because the secondary runway is shorter and unsuitable for commercial flights. Because the secondary runway is reserved exclusively for cargo flights.

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FILM Comedy Film Airplane! (1980 film)

Airplane! (1980 film)

Airplane! revolutionized comedy with its surreal humor and became a timeless parody classic

3 days ago

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Which 1957 film did Airplane! primarily parody, borrowing its plot and characters?

Airport 1975 Monty Python's Life of Brian Zero Hour!

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ENTERTAINMENT Film and Television Comedy The Naked Gun Franchise

The Naked Gun Franchise

The Naked Gun franchise blends slapstick and crime spoof to create iconic comedy films

3 days ago

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What comedic style is primarily used in The Naked Gun franchise to portray its crime-solving protagonist?

Dark and psychological thriller elements Romantic comedy with dramatic undertones Slapstick and crime spoof comedy

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GEOGRAPHY Physical Geography Mardale Valley

Mardale Valley

Mardale Valley's lost village lies beneath the waters of Haweswater Reservoir in England's Lake District

3 days ago

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What was the primary reason for raising the water level of Haweswater Lake to create the Haweswater Reservoir?

To create a recreational lake for tourism To prevent flooding in the Mardale Valley To provide a water supply for Manchester

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AUTOMOTIVE Car Models Ford Sierra

Ford Sierra

Ford Sierra's aerodynamic design revolutionized European family cars in the 1980s

4 days ago

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What was a significant design feature of the Ford Sierra that distinguished it from its predecessors?

Its use of a rear-mounted engine Its aerodynamic styling with a drag coefficient of 0.34 Its exclusive availability as a saloon car at launch

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AUTOMOTIVE SUV History Ford Bronco

Ford Bronco

Ford Bronco's evolution from compact off-roader to modern SUV icon spans over five decades

4 days ago

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How did the 1978 redesign of the Ford Bronco change its platform and competitive positioning?

It was downsized to compete directly with compact SUVs like the Bronco II. It was converted into a four-door SUV to compete with the Ford Expedition. It was enlarged to become a short-wheelbase version of the F-Series pickup, competing with larger SUVs like the Chevrolet K5 Blazer.

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ENTERTAINMENT Celebrity Biography Priscilla Presley

Priscilla Presley

Priscilla Presley transformed Graceland into a world-famous museum preserving Elvis's legacy

4 days ago

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What role did Priscilla Presley play in preserving Elvis Presley's legacy after his death?

She became the lead singer of Elvis Presley's band after his death. She co-founded and chaired Elvis Presley Enterprises, overseeing Graceland's opening as a museum. She wrote a biography that was the sole reason for Graceland becoming a museum.

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BIOLOGY Evolutionary Biology On the Origin of Species

On the Origin of Species

Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species revolutionized biology with natural selection

4 days ago

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What was a major reason for the initial resistance to Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection among the scientific establishment?

It lacked any empirical evidence from Darwin's research and observations. It conflicted with the prevailing religious belief that species were unchanging and humans were unique. It was immediately accepted without any debate or controversy.

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PSYCHOLOGY Leon Festinger Doomsday Cults

Doomsday Cults

The psychology behind doomsday cults reveals why failed prophecies often strengthen belief

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What psychological mechanism explains why members of doomsday cults often strengthen their commitment after a predicted apocalypse fails to occur?

Increased skepticism leading to group disbandment Immediate abandonment of all beliefs and leaders Cognitive dissonance reduction through rationalization

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BIOLOGY Animal Physiology Bird Sense of Smell

Bird Sense of Smell

Birds use their sense of smell for navigation, finding food, and social interactions

4 days ago

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How does the size of the olfactory bulb in birds relate to their reliance on the sense of smell?

Bird species with larger olfactory bulbs generally have a stronger sense of smell and rely more on olfaction. All bird species have equally sized olfactory bulbs regardless of their reliance on smell. Birds with smaller olfactory bulbs have a stronger sense of smell than those with larger bulbs.

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ARTS Theatre and Opera Jonathan Miller

Jonathan Miller

Jonathan Miller reimagined classic opera with a 1950s Mafia-themed Rigoletto in Manhattan

5 days ago

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How did Jonathan Miller's 1982 production of Rigoletto differ from traditional stagings of the opera?

He performed the opera in its original 16th-century Italian village setting. He transformed the opera into a modern science fiction story set in space. He set the opera in 1950s Little Italy, Manhattan, with a Mafia theme.

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ENTERTAINMENT Film and Television Leslie Nielsen

Leslie Nielsen

Leslie Nielsen transformed from dramatic actor to iconic deadpan comedy star in the 1980s

5 days ago

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What was the key characteristic of Leslie Nielsen's comedic roles that distinguished him in films like Airplane! and The Naked Gun series?

Portraying characters who are oblivious to and complicit in absurd situations with a deadpan delivery Playing over-the-top, exaggerated comedic characters with loud and expressive acting Focusing mainly on slapstick physical comedy without much dialogue

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LITERATURE Children's Literature The Grinch

The Grinch

The Grinch's transformation embodies the true spirit of Christmas and redemption

5 days ago

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What is the main lesson the Grinch learns by the end of 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!'?

That Christmas spirit is about more than gifts and decorations That stealing gifts is the best way to celebrate Christmas That being alone is better than celebrating with others