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Which country holds the title of the largest in the world?

  • China (correct)
  • Russia (correct)
  • Brazil (correct)
  • Canada (correct)
  • Which of the following branches of science deals with the study of mass?

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics (correct)
  • Mathematics
  • What significant event occurred between 1939 and 1945?

  • The Cold War
  • The Great Depression
  • World War II (correct)
  • World War I
  • Which art movement is characterized by the use of vivid colors and capturing light?

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

    Which of the following ideologies advocates for limited government and personal freedoms?

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

    What is the value of Pi (Ï€) approximately used in mathematics?

    <p>3.14</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the author of the play titled 'Hamlet'?

    <p>William Shakespeare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following technologies is considered emerging?

    <p>Artificial Intelligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    General Knowledge Study Notes

    1. Geography

    • Continents: 7 (Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, Australia)
    • Oceans: 5 (Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, Arctic)
    • Largest country: Russia
    • Smallest country: Vatican City

    2. History

    • Major epochs: Ancient, Medieval, Modern
    • Important events:
      • World War I (1914-1918)
      • World War II (1939-1945)
      • The Cold War (1947-1991)
    • Key historical figures: Julius Caesar, Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr.

    3. Science

    • Basic units of measurement:
      • Length: meter (m)
      • Mass: kilogram (kg)
      • Time: second (s)
    • Major branches: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
    • Fundamental laws:
      • Newton’s Laws of Motion
      • Laws of Thermodynamics

    4. Literature

    • Classic authors: William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Mark Twain
    • Literary movements: Romanticism, Realism, Modernism
    • Notable works:
      • "Hamlet" (Shakespeare)
      • "Pride and Prejudice" (Austen)
      • "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" (Twain)

    5. Arts

    • Major art movements: Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism
    • Renowned artists: Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Leonardo da Vinci
    • Key concepts: Color theory, Composition, Perspective

    6. Politics

    • Types of government: Democracy, Monarchy, Authoritarianism
    • Notable political ideologies: Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism
    • Major political systems: Presidential, Parliamentary

    7. Mathematics

    • Key branches: Algebra, Geometry, Calculus
    • Important concepts:
      • Pi (Ï€) - ratio of circumference to diameter of a circle
      • Pythagorean theorem (a² + b² = c²)
    • Mathematical symbols: + (addition), - (subtraction), × (multiplication), ÷ (division)

    8. Technology

    • Key inventions: Wheel, Printing press, Computer, Internet
    • Major tech companies: Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon
    • Emerging technologies: Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Quantum Computing

    9. Culture

    • Major religions: Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism
    • Cultural practices: Festivals, Traditions, Cuisine
    • Impact of globalization on culture: Increased cultural exchange, Hybrid cultures

    10. Current Events

    • Global issues: Climate change, Pandemic responses, Economic inequality
    • International organizations: United Nations (UN), World Health Organization (WHO), International Monetary Fund (IMF)

    11. Miscellaneous

    • World records: Tallest building (Burj Khalifa), Most populated city (Tokyo), Fastest animal (Peregrine falcon)
    • Fun facts: Octopuses have three hearts, Honey never spoils, Bananas are berries but strawberries aren’t.

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