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Mark Brader
Feb 4, 2015, 5:37:12 AM2/4/15
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These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2014-12-08,
and should be interpreted accordingly.
On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
Please post all your answers in a single followup to the newsgroup,
based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
the correct answers in about 3 days.
All questions were written by members of Unnatural Axxxe, and are
used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may have
been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information see
my 2014-09-15 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
Don't forget the current QFTCI Current Events questions, which are
still open as this is posted.
** Final, Round 4 - Geography
* Tall Buildings
For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
structures.
1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
free-standing structure. What city is it in?
2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
country. Which one?
3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
Give its auspicious New York City address.
* UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
(200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
it's a popular tourist attraction today.
* Megacities
The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
of the largest urban agglomerations.
7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
Pacific trade routes.
8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
it's known as the "City of Lights".
9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
* Leftovers
In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
"leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
Vatican), and the most densely populated.
12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
when it was ceded to Scotland.
* International Monkey Day
It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
monkeys and apes.
13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
gorilla.
14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
of them.
15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
on Earth. Name either island.
After completing this triple, please decode the rot13: vs lbh fnvq
Pbatb sbe nal nafjre, lbh zhfg fcrpvsl juvpu bar. Cyrnfr tb onpx
naq qb gung.
--
Mark Brader "[It] was the kind of town where they spell
Toronto trouble TRUBIL, and if you try to correct them,
m...@vex.net they kill you." -- Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid
My text in this article is in the public domain.
and should be interpreted accordingly.
On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
Please post all your answers in a single followup to the newsgroup,
based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
the correct answers in about 3 days.
All questions were written by members of Unnatural Axxxe, and are
used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may have
been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information see
my 2014-09-15 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
Don't forget the current QFTCI Current Events questions, which are
still open as this is posted.
** Final, Round 4 - Geography
* Tall Buildings
For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
structures.
1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
free-standing structure. What city is it in?
2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
country. Which one?
3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
Give its auspicious New York City address.
* UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
(200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
it's a popular tourist attraction today.
* Megacities
The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
of the largest urban agglomerations.
7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
Pacific trade routes.
8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
it's known as the "City of Lights".
9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
* Leftovers
In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
"leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
Vatican), and the most densely populated.
12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
when it was ceded to Scotland.
* International Monkey Day
It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
monkeys and apes.
13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
gorilla.
14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
of them.
15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
on Earth. Name either island.
After completing this triple, please decode the rot13: vs lbh fnvq
Pbatb sbe nal nafjre, lbh zhfg fcrpvsl juvpu bar. Cyrnfr tb onpx
naq qb gung.
--
Mark Brader "[It] was the kind of town where they spell
Toronto trouble TRUBIL, and if you try to correct them,
m...@vex.net they kill you." -- Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid
My text in this article is in the public domain.
Pete
Feb 4, 2015, 8:20:35 AM2/4/15
to
m...@vex.net (Mark Brader) wrote in news:97udnRoyUozKa0zJnZ2dnUU7-
f2d...@vex.net:
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2014-12-08,
> and should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
> both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
> Please post all your answers in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
> the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
> the correct answers in about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Unnatural Axxxe, and are
> used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may have
> been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information see
> my 2014-09-15 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
> Don't forget the current QFTCI Current Events questions, which are
> still open as this is posted.
>
>
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
>
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
Malaysia
>
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
1 World Trade Center
>
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
Great Barrier Reef
>
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
Acropolis
>
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
Macchu Picchu
>
>
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
Manila
>
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
Karachi
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
Cairo
>
>
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
San Marino
>
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
Monaco
>
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
Skye; Orkney
>
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
Kenya; Tanzania
>
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
Vietnam
>
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
Borneo
>
> After completing this triple, please decode the rot13: vs lbh fnvq
> Pbatb sbe nal nafjre, lbh zhfg fcrpvsl juvpu bar. Cyrnfr tb onpx
> naq qb gung.
>
Pete
f2d...@vex.net:
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2014-12-08,
> and should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
> both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
> Please post all your answers in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
> the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
> the correct answers in about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Unnatural Axxxe, and are
> used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may have
> been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information see
> my 2014-09-15 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
> Don't forget the current QFTCI Current Events questions, which are
> still open as this is posted.
>
>
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
>
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
>
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
>
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
>
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
>
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
>
>
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
>
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
>
>
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
>
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
>
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
>
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
>
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
>
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
>
> After completing this triple, please decode the rot13: vs lbh fnvq
> Pbatb sbe nal nafjre, lbh zhfg fcrpvsl juvpu bar. Cyrnfr tb onpx
> naq qb gung.
>
Dan Blum
Feb 4, 2015, 10:54:26 AM2/4/15
to
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
Great Barrier Reef
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
> * Megacities
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
> * Leftovers
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
> * International Monkey Day
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
--
_______________________________________________________________________
Dan Blum to...@panix.com
"I wouldn't have believed it myself if I hadn't just made it up."
Marc Dashevsky
Feb 4, 2015, 12:13:21 PM2/4/15
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In article <97udnRoyUozKa0zJ...@vex.net>, m...@vex.net says...
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
China
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
>
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
Great Barrier Reef
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
Acropolis
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
Macchu Picchu
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
Manilla
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
Istanbul
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
San Marino
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
Monaco
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
Isle of Mann
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
Uganda
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
Costa Rica
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
Borneo
--
Replace "usenet" with "marc" in the e-mail address.
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
>
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
--
Replace "usenet" with "marc" in the e-mail address.
Björn Lundin
Feb 4, 2015, 1:01:13 PM2/4/15
to
On 2015-02-04 11:37, Mark Brader wrote:
>
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai city
>
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
>
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
>
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
>
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
>
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> > 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
>
>
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
>
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
>
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
>
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
>
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
>
> After completing this triple, please decode the rot13: vs lbh fnvq
> Pbatb sbe nal nafjre, lbh zhfg fcrpvsl juvpu bar. Cyrnfr tb onpx
> naq qb gung.
>
--
Björn
Erland Sommarskog
Feb 4, 2015, 2:36:56 PM2/4/15
to
Mark Brader (m...@vex.net) writes:
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
> After completing this triple, please decode the rot13: vs lbh fnvq
> Pbatb sbe nal nafjre, lbh zhfg fcrpvsl juvpu bar. Cyrnfr tb onpx
> naq qb gung.
have no reason to make the comment. We'll see.
--
Erland Sommarskog, Stockholm, esq...@sommarskog.se
Peter Smyth
Feb 4, 2015, 3:51:42 PM2/4/15
to
Mark Brader wrote:
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
Malaysia
> country. Which one?
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
One World Trade Center
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
Great Barrier Reef
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
Acropolis
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
Macchu Picchu
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
>
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
Singapore
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
Karachi
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
Istanbul
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
>
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
San Marino
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
Monaco
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
Isle of Man
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
Kenya
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
Brazil
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
Madagascar
> on Earth. Name either island.
Peter Smyth
Calvin
Feb 4, 2015, 7:45:22 PM2/4/15
to
On Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at 8:37:12 PM UTC+10, Mark Brader wrote:
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
>
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
cheers,
calvin
Joshua Kreitzer
Feb 4, 2015, 9:36:42 PM2/4/15
to
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
> * Megacities
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
Manila
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
> * Leftovers
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
San Marino
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
Isle of Man
> * International Monkey Day
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
--
Joshua Kreitzer
grom...@hotmail.com
Jason Kreitzer
Feb 4, 2015, 10:52:09 PM2/4/15
to
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
>
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
>
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
>
>
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
The Philippines?
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
>
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
>
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
>
>
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
>
>
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
San Marino
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
>
>
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
Andorra
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
>
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
Rwanda?
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
>
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
>
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
Borneo
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
>
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
Dan Tilque
Feb 5, 2015, 6:21:39 AM2/5/15
to
Mark Brader wrote:
>
>
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
>
>
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
> * Tall Buildings
>
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
>
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
>
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
>
>
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
>
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
>
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
>
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
>
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
>
>
> * Megacities
>
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
>
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
>
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
>
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
>
>
> * Leftovers
>
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
>
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
>
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
>
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
>
>
> * International Monkey Day
>
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
>
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
>
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
>
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
>
> After completing this triple, please decode the rot13: vs lbh fnvq
> Pbatb sbe nal nafjre, lbh zhfg fcrpvsl juvpu bar. Cyrnfr tb onpx
> naq qb gung.
>
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Rob Parker
Feb 6, 2015, 6:00:31 PM2/6/15
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> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
>
>
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
Rob
Mark Brader
Feb 8, 2015, 3:51:40 AM2/8/15
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Mark Brader writes:
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2014-12-08,
> and should be interpreted accordingly... I will reveal the correct
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2014-12-08,
> answers in about 3 days.
Ah, would you believe 4 days? (Sorry about that, Chief.)
> For further information see my 2014-09-15 companion posting on
> "Questions from the Canadian Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
> ** Final, Round 4 - Geography
> * Tall Buildings
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Dubai. (Indeed, its original name during construction was the
> * Tall Buildings
> For decades the CN Tower was the world's tallest free-standing
> structure, but since 2010 it has been surpassed by 5 other
> structures.
> 1. At 828 m (2,717 feet), the Burj Khalifa stands about 250 m
> higher than the CN Tower. It's the reigning champion tallest
> free-standing structure. What city is it in?
Burj Dubai.) 4 for Pete, Dan Blum, Marc, Björn, Erland, Peter,
Calvin, Joshua, Dan Tilque, and Rob.
> 2. Two towers taller than the CN Tower are found in the same
> country. Which one?
2 for Calvin.
> 3. Last year, a new tower stopped just short of the CN Tower,
> but still became the tallest free-standing structure in the US.
> Give its auspicious New York City address.
the complete address. 4 for Pete, Peter, Joshua, and Jason.
> * UNESCO World Heritage Sites
> Of the 962 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, name the ones we describe.
> 4. One of the largest World Heritage Sites is the most famous
> coral reef system on Earth, covering more than 500,000 km²
> (200,000 square miles) in the southern hemisphere.
Peter, Calvin, Joshua, Dan Tilque, and Rob.
> 5. This ancient Greek citadel is home to the Parthenon.
Dan Tilque, and Rob.
> 6. It was created by the Incas as a home for the emperor, but
> abandoned before the Spanish conquest. Rediscovered in 1911,
> it's a popular tourist attraction today.
Joshua, Dan Tilque, and Rob.
> * Megacities
> The UN 2014 World Urbanization Prospects report gives populations
> of the largest urban agglomerations.
> 7. With almost 13,000,000 people, it's 18th in the UN list, located
> about 1,100 km (700 miles) southeast of Hong Kong. It was once
> called the "Pearl of the Orient", as it was central to vital
> Pacific trade routes.
> 8. With over 16,000,000 people, it's 12th largest. Located on
> the Arabian Sea immediately northwest of the Indus River delta,
> it's known as the "City of Lights".
> 9. This megacity near the Mediterranean, with about 14,000,000
> people, ranks 15th. It has had several names in its 2,500-year
> history; in 330 it was known as New Rome.
Joshua, and Dan Tilque.
> * Leftovers
> In Europe there are traditional nations but also some idiosyncratic
> "leftovers", which we ask about. In each case, name the small place.
> 10. This enclave is the world's smallest republic, and it claims
> to be the oldest too. Founded by its namesake Christian saint
> in the 4th century, it "hosted" Formula 1 races from 1981 to
> 2006, but they were actually held in nearby Imola, Italy.
Peter, Calvin, Joshua, Jason, Dan Tilque, and Rob.
> 11. This principality is about the size of New York's Central Park.
> It is the world's second-smallest independent state (after the
> Vatican), and the most densely populated.
Dan Tilque, and Rob.
See the density: http://images6.alphacoders.com/457/457317.jpg
This is the only country in the world that is served by a long-distance
railway line which it has relocated so that no part of it within the
country is above ground.
> 12. Since 1866, this island has been a self-governing British crown
> dependency. A Celtic nation with its own language, it suffered
> Viking invasions and came under the power of Norway until 1266,
> when it was ceded to Scotland.
and Dan Tilque.
Thus proving that John Donne was wrong in the previous round:
no, John, Man *is* an island.
> * International Monkey Day
> It's a Hallmark unofficial holiday on December 12, honoring both
> monkeys and apes.
> 13. Name any of the three countries that are home to the mountain
> gorilla.
Dan Tilque, and Rob. 3 for Calvin.
> 14. One of the world's most intelligent monkeys, and therefore
> a favorite with research scientists, the capuchin monkey ranges
> through 14 different countries or other places. Name any one
> of them.
Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Venezuela.
4 for Dan Blum, Marc, Björn, Peter, Joshua, and Rob.
> 15. Orangutans can now be found in the wild on only two islands
> on Earth. Name either island.
Jason, Dan Tilque, and Rob.
Scores, if there are no errors:
ROUNDS-> 2 3 4 TOTALS
TOPICS-> His Lit Geo
Joshua Kreitzer 52 44 52 148
Dan Blum 32 32 40 104
Rob Parker 32 24 44 100
Dan Tilque 36 20 40 96
"Calvin" 31 24 39 94
Erland Sommarskog 28 8 48 84
Marc Dashevsky -- 24 52 76
Peter Smyth 12 20 44 76
Pete Gayde 35 -- 40 75
Bruce Bowler 36 18 -- 54
Björn Lundin 8 11 32 51
Jason Kreitzer 20 12 16 48
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