Banksy's London Artworks Quiz 2024
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What was the theme of Banksy's series of artworks in London during August 2024?

  • Animal sketches (correct)
  • Historical figures
  • Urban landscapes
  • Abstract designs

    • Which animal appeared in the first artwork Banksy revealed on August 5, 2024?

  • Mountain goat (correct)
  • Elephant
  • Gorilla
  • Rhino

    • What action did the London Zoo take regarding the final Banksy artwork after its installation?

  • They painted over it.
  • They removed the shutter to preserve it. (correct)
  • They relocated it to another zoo.
  • They enforced strict visiting hours.

    • What did Kathryn England, the zoo’s chief operating officer, express gratitude for?

    <p>Banksy bringing wildlife into the spotlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following animals was NOT mentioned as part of Banksy's artworks in London?

    <p>Tiger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the age range of stored energy found in giant redwoods that helps them sustain during leaf loss?

    <p>50 to 100 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant feature of the giant redwoods contributes to their resilience against fires?

    <p>Thick bark and bud tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'triskaidekaphobia' refer to?

    <p>Fear of the number 13</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which innovative method does the Mammoth plant use to capture carbon from the air?

    <p>Direct air capture with filters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What economic impact is attributed to superstitions associated with Friday the 13th?

    <p>$900 million in business losses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected annual CO2 capture capacity of Climeworks' upcoming DAC plant in Louisiana by 2030?

    <p>1,000,000 tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mission marked the first successful civilian spacewalk conducted by SpaceX?

    <p>Polaris Dawn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What innovative method was used by Brent Seales to examine the Herculaneum scrolls?

    <p>X-ray Technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant challenge faced when attempting to decipher the ancient scrolls from Herculaneum?

    <p>Carbon-based ink blending with charred scrolls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of their mission was assessed at the high altitude reached by the Polaris Dawn crew?

    <p>Impact of increased radiation levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Ramses II play in the expansion of Egypt's borders?

    <p>He significantly expanded the borders through military conquests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one immediate effect of Hurricane Helene on the communities it impacted?

    <p>Massive destruction of infrastructure and buildings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of global food production can be attributed to earthworms, as reported by the research team from Colorado State University?

    <p>6.5 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What assistance did President Joe Biden provide to communities affected by Hurricane Helene?

    <p>He authorized the deployment of 1,000 soldiers for aid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which regions did earthworms have the greatest impact on grain yields according to the studies?

    <p>Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What philosophy did Philodemus explore in his decoded texts?

    <p>The impact of material abundance on joy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What achievement characterizes Alex Morgan's initial contributions to the US Women's National Team?

    <p>Earning her nickname due to speed during her debut</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significant outcome of the lawsuit that Alex Morgan and her teammates filed against the US Soccer Federation?

    <p>A settlement of $22 million in back pay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the discovery of the bronze sword suggest about the ancient military fort where it was found?

    <p>It possessed advanced weaponry production capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key findings related to the community lifestyle at the military fort near Tell Al-Abqain?

    <p>The existence of self-sufficient food production methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do earthworms play in enhancing soil quality?

    <p>They create channels that allow water to drain and aerate the soil.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do orb-weaver spiders manipulate male fireflies to increase their prey capture?

    <p>They inject venom to disrupt the fireflies' flash patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consequence of the winner-takes-all system in most states during presidential elections?

    <p>A candidate wins all of a state's electoral votes by securing a simple majority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientific method was utilized by researchers to determine the effect of spiders on firefly signals?

    <p>Randomly divided groups to test various conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of electoral votes available in a U.S. presidential election?

    <p>538</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key argument do supporters of the Electoral College present regarding less populated areas?

    <p>It ensures their voices are heard equally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the cause identified for the unusual seismic activity in East Greenland in September 2023?

    <p>A landslide and subsequent tsunami.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times in U.S. history have candidates won the electoral vote but lost the popular vote, as mentioned?

    <p>Five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon explains the prolonged shaking of the Earth for nine days during the landslide event?

    <p>A standing wave known as a seiche.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does a new president's term officially begin?

    <p>After the inauguration ceremony.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What inspired Banksy’s series of artworks in August 2024?

    <p>A tribute to animal welfare.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of the Dickson Fjord contributed to the extended seismic activity?

    <p>Its narrow and confined space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the seismic activity recorded from the landslide and tsunami illustrate about climate change?

    <p>It can trigger significant geological instability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the volume of rock and ice dumped into the fjord during the landslide?

    <p>33 million cubic yards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a public response to the artworks created by Banksy in 2024?

    <p>Excitement and engagement from locals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Banksy's London Murals

    • Banksy created a series of animal murals in London from August 5th to 13th, 2024.
    • The artwork featured various animals, including a mountain goat, elephants, monkeys, a wolf, pelicans, and a rhino.
    • Each piece was posted on Banksy's Instagram.
    • The final piece was on London Zoo shutters, depicting a gorilla freeing animals.
    • Zoo officials replaced the shutter with a picture and a sign.

    Big Basin Redwood Recovery

    • A major wildfire (CZU Lightning Complex Fire) burned 97% of Big Basin Redwood State Park in August 2020.
    • Despite the intense fire, redwoods showed remarkable resilience.
    • Researchers found the trees store energy from photosynthesis for future regrowth, up to 50-100 years old.
    • The stored energy sustains the trees during times of no photosynthesis (like after fire) .
    • Bud tissue in the tree's center allows for rapid leaf regrowth.

    Friday the 13th Superstition

    • Friday the 13th is considered an unlucky day by many worldwide.
    • One theory associates the fear with the number 13 following the "complete" number 12 (e.g., 12 months, 12 apostles.)
    • A Scandinavian legend suggests the day's ill-fate is linked to the killing of a Norse god.
    • Biblical events, such as Jesus' crucifixion and Adam and Eve's sin, are also connected to Friday.
    • Statistical studies have shown no increased negative events or economic losses on Friday the 13th.

    Climeworks' Mammoth DAC Plant

    • Mammoth, the world's largest Direct Air Capture (DAC) plant, opened in Iceland in May 2024.
    • The plant uses geothermal energy to extract CO2 from the air via filtration.
    • Trapped CO2 is mixed with water, then pumped underground and stored in volcanic rocks.
    • Mammoth can capture up to 39,000 tons of CO2 annually (equivalent to 7000 cars).
    • Critics argue the plant's impact is not enough and too expensive, but environmentalists believe it's beneficial.
    • Climeworks plans a larger DAC plant in Louisiana to capture 1 million tons annually.

    SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission

    • On September 15, 2024, SpaceX completed the Polaris Dawn mission, the first of three commercial missions.
    • It was a five-day flight of civilian astronauts.
    • The mission reached a record high altitude (870 miles) above Earth since the Apollo missions.
    • Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon became the first women to reach that altitude.
    • The mission aimed to assess radiation impact on the Dragon capsule and its crew for future lunar missions.

    Herculaneum Scrolls

    • Archaeologists found nearly 1,800 papyrus scrolls in Herculaneum during 1752.
    • The scrolls were charred but well-preserved.
    • Attempts to mechanically unroll the scrolls damaged them.
    • X-ray imaging and AI programs, developed by researchers, are used to read the scrolls.
    • A global student competition ("Vesuvius Challenge") helped decipher the scrolls and identify words, including "porphyras."

    Alex Morgan Retirement

    • Alex Morgan, a renowned American soccer player, announced her retirement in September 2024 after a 15-year career.
    • She played for the US Women's National Team (USWNT), 2009 onwards, and the San Diego Wave.
    • Morgan focused on the USWNT's World Cup wins in 2015 and 2019.
    • She was a pivotal player in both tournaments securing multiple goals.
    • She also contributed to various Olympic successes, scoring decisive goals.

    Egyptian Bronze Sword Discovery

    • Egyptian archeologists discovered a bronze sword with the insignia of Ramses II inside the 3200-year-old Tell Al-Abqain military fort.
    • The sword’s presence suggests the fort's importance and possible weapons manufacturing.
    • Other discoveries include storerooms, ovens for baking, and clay pots, providing insight into daily life.

    Hurricane Helene

    • Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm near Perry, Florida on September 26, 2024.
    • Helene was the most powerful hurricane in the region since record-keeping began in 1851.
    • It caused major damage in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee.
    • The storm caused severe flooding, damage to roads and buildings, and power outages.
    • The hurricane caused 170 deaths.

    Earthworms and Soil Improvement

    • Earthworms play a vital role in soil enrichment and global food production, contributing up to 140 million tons.

    • They increase grain yields in developing countries (like Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America)

    • Earthworms create channels, aerate soil and improve drainage.

    • They increase nutrient availability for plant growth.

    • Earthworms are also protective against microplastics.

    Spider and Firefly Mating Signals

    • A study reveals the Araneus ventricosus spider manipulates male firefly signals.
    • The spider's venom alters male firefly flash patterns to mimic that of female fireflies.
    • Male fireflies on webs were trapped emitting single flashes with the spider nearby.
    • The study suggests the spiders may manipulate fireflies' signals to catch more prey.

    US Presidential Election 2024

    • The US presidential election is scheduled for November 5, 2024.
    • The candidates are Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
    • The Electoral College elects the president and vice president.
    • Each state receives votes based on its population.
    • The winner of the popular vote in a state receives all the electoral votes in that state.

    Greenland Landslide and Tsunami

    • An unusually long seismic wave was detected on September 16, 2023, that lasted 9 days.
    • Researchers linked this to a massive landslide and tsunami in the Dickson Fjord, East Greenland.
    • The landslide and tsunami caused a prolonged Earth "seiche" in the connected fjord systems.
    • Scientists attribute the event to rising temperatures in Greenland melting glacier support at the base of a mountain.

    Octopus Hunting Tactics

    • Octopuses are strong leaders in hunting packs.
    • Octopuses direct and control the hunting patterns of surrounding fish.
    • The hunting strategy involves collaboration among different fish species (blue goatfish preferred).
    • The octopus targets and disrupts fish who try to undermine (or cheat) the hunt.

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    Test your knowledge on Banksy's series of artworks in London during August 2024. This quiz covers themes, specific pieces, and their impact, alongside intriguing facts about nature and superstitions. See how much you know about art and environmental issues together!

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