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Academic WorldQuest 2007 Academic WorldQuest 2008 Welcome to
WHO WE ARE ,[object Object]
Thank You to Our Sponsors ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Thank you to our  Staff and Volunteers!   *Firoz Peera *Edward Smith *Angie Wright *Maureen White *Frederic Gresset *Katey Dietz  *Julie Spratt *Firoz Peera *Charlotte Klopp *L.J. Stambuk
Welcome to Our Schools! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Game Play ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Did you read the rule sheet on your table?
Game Play ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Did you read the rule sheet on your table?
Game Play ,[object Object],[object Object],Did you read the rule sheet on your table?
Game Play ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Did you read the rule sheet on your table?
Warm-Up Round
Q1. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s son Pax was adopted in 2007 from an orphanage in what Asian nation? A. Laos B. Cambodia C. Vietnam D. Thailand
Q1. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s new son Pax was adopted in 2007 from an orphanage in what Asian nation? A. Laos B. Cambodia C. Vietnam D. Thailand
Q2. Identify this flag:
Q2: GREENLAND ,[object Object]
Q3. What is the capital of Mali? A. Ouagadougou  B. Conakry C. Bamako D. Lusaka
Q3. What is the capital of Mali? A. Ouagadougou  B. Conakry C. Bamako D. Lusaka
Ready to Play??? 2008 Academic WorldQuest
Round 1: FLAGS
Q1: Identify this flag
Q2: Identify this flag This flag is split horizontally into 2 sections; red on top and white on the bottom.
Q3: Identify this flag
Q4: Identify this flag
Q5: Imagine this flag: There is a red isosceles triangle (based on the hoist side) dividing the flag into two right triangles; the upper triangle is green, the lower one is blue; a gold wreath encircling a gold olive branch is centered on the hoist side of the red triangle
Q6: Identify this flag
Q7: Identify this flag
Q8: Identify this flag
Q9: Identify this flag
Q10: Identify this flag:
Round 2: Current Events
1. Where were 16 people killed by a double car bomb attack at the US Embassy in September 2008? A. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia B. Asmara, Eritrea C. Sanaa, Yemen D. Muscat, Oman
2. What country is the first to pledge $1 billion to a new international fund to help Brazil save the Amazon rainforest, as long as it reduces deforestation? A. Norway B. Finland C. Japan D. Denmark
3. Which nation’s president was asked to resign by the African National Congress in September 2008? A. Ghana B. South Africa C. Nigeria D. Liberia
4. Which country wasn’t a news story during Barack Obama’s Presidential Election win?  A. Japan B. Kenya C. Indonesia D. Mozambique
5. In September 2008, the President of this South American country expelled the American Ambassador, Philip Goldberg, from the country for allegedly supporting rebel groups.  A. Bolivia B. Peru C. Brazil D. Paraguay
6. Once considered a member of the “Axis of Evil” by President Bush, this now compliant state was removed from the terrorism blacklist on October 11, 2008.  A. Iran B. Iraq C. Syria D. North Korea
7. Although the other four Scandinavian countries currently offer domestic partnerships to same-sex  couples, this country became the first Scandinavian country to legalize same-sex marriage in June 2008.  A. Sweden B. Norway C. Iceland D. Finland
8. Identify his name and country
9. Identify his name and country
10. Identify her name and country
Round 3: Geography
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Q4: Which city lies in the Tropic of Capricorn?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
5. Where do the Blue Nile and White Nile converge? A. Luxor, Egypt B. Khartoum, Sudan C. Aswan, Egypt D. Giza, Egypt
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7. Which country has the longest coastline? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
8. What separates the two cities that make up Budapest, the capital city of Hungary? A. Drava River B. Don River C. Tisza River D. Danube River
9. Besides the Vatican City, which has no permanent residents, which country has the smallest population?  A. Tuvalu B. Palau C. Monaco D. San Marino
10. Which is the geographically largest landlocked country?  A. Kazakhstan  B. Bolivia C. Mongolia D. Ethiopia
Answers: Round 1 Q1: Cambodia
Answers: Round 1 Q2: Indonesia
Answers: Round 1 Q3: Kenya
Answers: Round 1 Q4:Denmark
Answers: Round 1 Q5:Eritrea
Answers: Round 1 Q6:Barbados
Answers: Round 1 Q7: Croatia
Answers: Round 1 Q8: Iraq
Answers: Round 1 Q9: Laos
Answers: Round 1 Q10: Colombia
Answers: Round 2 1. Where were 16 people killed by a double car bomb attack at the US Embassy in September 2008? A. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia B. Asmara, Eritrea C. Sanaa, Yemen D. Muscat, Oman
Answers: Round 2 2. What country is the first to pledge $ 1 billion to a new international fund to help Brazil save the Amazon rainforest, as long as it reduces deforestation? A. Norway B. Finland C. Japan D. Denmak
Answers: Round 2 3. Which nation’s president was asked to resign by the African National Congress in September 2008? A. Ghana B. South Africa C. Nigeria D. Liberia Thabo Mbeki
Answers: Round 2 4. Which country wasn’t a news story for their celebrations of Barack Obama’s Presidential win? A. Japan B. Kenya C. Indonesia D. Mozambique
Answers: Round 2 5. In September 2008, the President of this South American country expelled the American ambassador, Philip Goldberg, from the country for allegedly supporting rebel groups?  A. Bolivia B. Peru C. Brazil D. Paraguay
Answers: Round 2 6. Once considered a member of the “Axis of Evil” by President Bush, this now compliant state was removed from the terrorism blacklist on October 11, 2008 A. Iran B. Iraq C. Syria D. North Korea
Answers: Round 2 7. Although the other four Scandanavian countries currently offer domestic partnerships to same-sex couples, this country became the first Scandinavian state to legalize same-sex marriage in June 2008.  A. Sweden B. Norway C. Iceland D. Finland
Answers: Round 2 8. Identify  his name and country Name: Raul Castro, Country: Cuba Raúl Castro is the youngest brother of former Cuban leader Fidel Castro.
Answers: Round 2 9. Identify his name and country Name: Robert Mugabe Country: Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe is the president of Zimbabwe. He has served as head of state since 1980.
Answers: Round 2 10. Identify her name and country Name: Angela Merkel Country: Germany Angela Merkel is the Chancellor of Germany. She assumed office in November 2005
Answers: Round 3 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 3 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 3 Q3: What is the capital city of Bangladesh? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 3 Q4: Which country lies in the Tropic of Capricorn? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 3 5. In which city do the Blue Nile and White Nile converge? A. Luxor, Egypt B. Khartoum, Sudan C. Aswan, Egypt D. Giza, Egypt
Answers: Round 3 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 3 7. Which country has the longest coastline? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 3 8. What separates the two cities that make up Budapest, the capital city of Hungary? A. Drava River B. Don River C. Tisza River D. Danube River
Answers: Round 3 9.Besides the Vatican City, which has no permanent residents, which country has the smallest population?  A. Tuvalu B. Palau C. Monaco D. San Marino
Answers: Round 3 10. What is the geographically largest landlocked country?  A. Kazakhstan B. Bolivia C. Mongolia D. Ethiopia
Round 4: Great Decisions
1. On July 9, 2008, the U.S. signed an agreement with the Czech Republic to deploy _______ as part of a missile defense system? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
2) During the hostage rescue, Colombian military intelligence agents disguised as rebels and aid workers arrived by helicopter at the group’s camp and pretended they were there to:  A. Kills the hostages  B. Transport the hostages elsewhere for the group C. Apply medical aid  D. Interrogate the hostages
3. The Chinese government announced that it would not be approving which class of visas until the conclusion of the Summer Olympic Games and  Paralympics in Beijing were completed on September 20, 2008: A. Travel B. Business C. Student D. Permanent Residency
4 . The Templeton  Prize, founded in 1972 by philanthropist Sir John Templeton, is intended to promote progress in: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
5. By the end of 2008, Iraq’s budget surplus is likely to stand at what amount? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
6. Voters from which country halted the European Union’s latest attempts at institutional reforms by voting against the Lisbon Treaty in June 2008? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
7. Iran distributed an informal document entitled, “_________,” outlining their demands for concessions from the six global powers present at the meeting and stated that they should “refrain from taking any unilateral or multilateral action-or sanctions-against Iran, both inside and outside the UN Security Council? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
8. In May 2008, which country successfully brokered a deal between the Sunni Muslims and Hezbollah-led Shi’a community in Lebanon to prevent a potential civil war between the two groups? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
9. According to the Great Decisions Update, with his own transition from President to Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin will now control the state coffers and the: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
10.  According to the Great Decisions Update, which action was recently legalized by the Russian parliament? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Round 5: Transnational Crime
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],1. Who are the Yakuza?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],2.  According to the United Nations of Drugs and Crime, the inhabitants of which countries consume the most cocaine?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],3.  Which group is not considered a terrorist organization by the US government?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],4.  Which is not an example of human trafficking?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],5. The largest number of people trafficked into the US come from which area?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],6. Hezbollah, Revolutionary Armed Forces of Columbia (FARC), and the Basque Fatherland and Liberty (ETA) are all designated by the US government as what type of organization?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],7. In counterterrorism terminology, which of these would be considered a “soft target?”
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],8. According to the UN, it is estimated that what percentage of heroin shipments is intercepted worldwide?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],9. Taiwanese gangsters, who are often executives in large corporations, are involved in white-collar crimes such as illegal stock trading, bribery, and sometimes run for public office. Which well-known organization crime group is it?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],10. INTERPOL, an international police agency that helps other law enforcement agencies track criminals who operate across national borders is headquartered in:
Round 6: Olympics 2008
1. President Bush as the _____ American President to attend an Olympics not held in the U.S.  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
2. The current International Olympic President who is also a former Olympian is:  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
3. How many children carried the Chinese national flag during the opening ceremony in China? (Hint: The number of children represented the number of ethnic groups in China.) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
4. What were three arts of traditional Chinese culture displayed during the opening ceremony? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
5. What is the name of the famous Chinese film director who spent 2-years to show 5000 years of Chinese history in 50-minutes of the opening ceremony? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
6. The Beijing National Stadium in China was nicknamed “the Bird’s Nest.” What kind of Chinese dish, said to be an aphrodisiac, has parts of a bird’s nest in it?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
7. How many countries participated in the 2008 Olympics?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
8 All of the following countries won a medal for the first time EXCEPT:  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
9. Runner Lopez Lomong carried the US flag during the opening ceremony. What country is he originally from?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
10. Michael Phelps won big at the Olympics this year. Which of the following did he accomplish?   ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 4 1. On July 9, 2008, the U.S. signed an agreement with the Czech Republic to deploy _______ as part of a missile defense system? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
2) During the hostage rescue, Colombian military intelligence agents disguised as rebels and aid workers arrived by helicopter at the group’s camp and pretended they were there to:  Answers: Round 4 A. Kills the hostages  B. Transport the hostages elsewhere for the group C. Apply medical aid  D. Interrogate the hostages
Answers: Round 4 3. The Chinese government announced that it would not be approving which class of visas until the conclusion of the Summer Olympic Games and  Paralympics in Beijing were completed on September 20, 2008: A. Travel B. Business C. Student D. Permanent Residency
Answers: Round 4 4. The Templeton Prize, founded in 1972 by philanthropist Sir John Templeton, is intended to promote progress in: A. Global Hunger  B. Immunizations C. Reconciliation of Religion  and Science  D. Maternal and childhood health developments
Answers: Round 4 5. By the end of 2008, Iraqis budget surplus is likely to stand at what amount? A. $79 billion B. $979 billion C. $9 billion D. $579 million
Answers: Round 4 6. Voters from which country halted the European Union’s latest attempts at institutional reforms by voting against the Lisbon Treaty in June 2008? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 4 7. Iran distributed an informal document entitled, “_________,” outlining their demands for concessions from the six global powers present at the meeting and stated that they should “refrain from taking any unilateral or multilateral action-or sanctions-against Iran, both inside and outside the UN Security Council? A. “Fair Treatment Paper” B. “No Sanctions Paper” C. “Security Partners Paper” D. “None Paper”
Answers: Round 4 8. In May 2008, which country successfully brokered a deal between the Sunni Muslims and Hezbollah-led Shi’a community in Lebanon to prevent a potential civil war between the two groups? A. France B. Qatar C. Bahrain D. United Arab Emirates
Answers: Round 4 9. According to the Great Decisions Update, with his own transition from President to Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin will now control the state coffers and the: A. State-operated oil company, Gazprom B. Military C. State-owned railway D. Television networks
Answers: Round 4 10. According to the Great Decisions Update, which action was recently legalized by the Russian parliament? A. Government access to medical records B. Government censorship of textbooks imported from abroad C. Denying public access to government spending records D. Assassinations committed outside of Russian territory
Answers: Round 5 1. Who are the Yakuza? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 5 2. According to the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime, the inhabitants of which countries consume the most cocaine? A) Colombia and Bolivia B) UK and Greece C) US and Spain D) Afghanistan and Serbia
Answers: Round 5 3.  Which group is not considered a terrorist organization by the US government? A. Al-Qaeda  B. Hamas C. Al-Ahram D. Asbat al-Ansar
Answers: Round 5 4. Which is not an example of human trafficking? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 5 5. The largest number of people trafficked into the US come from which area? A) Eastern Europe B) East Asia and Pacific C) Sub-Saharan Africa D) Latin America
Answers: Round 5 6. Hezbollah, Revolutionary Armed Forces of Columbia (FARC), and the Basque Fatherland and Liberty (ETA) are all designated by the US government as what type of organization?  A. Islamic Parties B. Terrorist organizations C. Rogue states D. Expatriate groups
Answers: Round 5 7. In Counterterrorism terminology, which of these would be considered a “soft target?” A.  Shopping Mall B.  Airport C.  Military Base D.  Government Building
Answers: Round 5 8. According to the UN, it is estimated that what percentage of heroin shipments is intercepted worldwide? A. 85-90% B. 60-65% C. 30-35% D. 10-15%
Answers: Round 5 9. Taiwanese gangsters, who are often executives in large corporations, are involved in white-collar crimes such as illegal stock trading, bribery, and sometimes run for public office. Which well-known organization crime group is it?  A. Heijin B. Jao Pho C. Pan Yin D. Triads
Answers: Round 5 10. INTERPOL, an international police agency that helps other law enforcement agencies track criminals who operate across national borders is headquartered in: A. United States B. France C. United Kingdom D. Switzerland
Answers: Round 6 1. President Bush was the ______ American President to attend an Olympics not held in the U.S. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 2. The current International Olympic President who is also a former Olympian is: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 3. How many children carried the Chinese national flag during the opening ceremony in Beijing? (Hint: The number of children represented the number of ethnic groups in China.” ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 4. What were three arts of traditional Chinese culture displayed during the opening ceremony? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 5. What is the name of the famous Chinese film director who spent two years to show 5000 years of Chinese history in 50 minutes of the opening ceremony? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 6. The Beijing National Stadium in China was nicknamed “the Bird’s Nest.” What kind of Chinese dish, said to be an aphrodisiac, has parts of a bird’s nest in it? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 7. How many countries participated in the 2008 Olympics? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 8. All of the following countries won a medal for the first time ever EXCEPT: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 Runner Lopez Lomong carried the US flag during the opening ceremony. From which country is he originally? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Answers: Round 6 Michael Phelps won big at the Olympics this year. Which of the following did he accomplish? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Round 7: History and the Amazing Race 12
1. Approximately one million people died during Ireland’s Great Potato Famine. What time period did this occur?  A. 1786-1791 B. 1896-1901 C. 1915-1921 D. 1846-1851
2. The Dutch United Provinces, which includes what is known as the Netherlands today, declared their independence from which European country in 1579?   A. France B. Spain C. England D. Germany
3. In 1960, Burkina Faso earned its independence from which colonial power?  A. Portugal B. England C. Spain D. France
4. A war between India and what was then East Pakistan in 1971 resulted in the formation of what country?  A. Bangladesh B. Pakistan C. Nepal D. Bhutan
5. The territory now known as Taiwan was first colonized by which European power in the 17 th  century?  A. England B. France C. Netherlands D. Portugal
6. Lithuania gained  independence in 1991 from the Soviet Union. Which Western organizations did it join in 2004?  A. NAFTA & OPEC B. EU & NATO C. EU & NAFTA D. ECA & NATO
7. The lands that make up Croatia today were part of which empire until the end of World War I?  A. Austro-Hungarian B. British C. Italian  D. French
8. In 800 A.D., who was crowned the Holy Roman Emperor?  A. Constantine I B. Charlemagne C. Constantine IV D. Justinian II
9. In 1925, Japan finally allowed which group of people to vote?   A. Men B. Women C. Koreans born in Japan D. Chinese born in Japan
10. St. Patrick introduced Roman civilization and the Christian Church to Ireland. When did he die? A. 1861 B. 1061 C. 1561  D. 461
Round 8: Global Potpourri
Q1: The New Zealand sport that involves rolling downhill inside a large clear plastic ball is called what?  A. Crolling B. Zorbing C. Downing D. Kiwi Racing
Q2: The festival attracts more than 230, 000 visitors every year and is the second most important event on the French Riviera after the Nice Carnival and is just ahead of the Monaco Formula I. Which one is it?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q3: What is the official language of Brunei? A. Italian B. Arabic C. Malay D. Urdu
Q4: What do these flags have in common? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q5.  In which European country has Sunday shopping been recently banned in agreement with the Roman Catholic Church? A. Croatia B. Belgium C. France D. Russia
Q6.  In Bahrain, the dominant religion is:  A. Shi’ism B. Roman Catholic C. Sunnism  D. Judaism
Q7.  The festival of Lights, also called Diwali is a time when many people light small clay pots to signify victory of good over the evil within an individual. It is considered a national festival for which two countries?  A. China and Korea B. Mali and Senegal C. Italy and Greece D. India and Nepal
Q8. Which of these celebrities is NOT Canadian? A. Nelly Furtado B. Avril Lavigne C. Will.i.am D. Mel Gibson
Q9.  This Jamaican is the World’s Fastest Man. What is his name?
Q10. The Dirham is the currency used in which of the following countries:  A. Saudi Arabia B.  United Arab Emirates C. Yemen D. Syria
Answers: Round 7 1. Approximately one million people died during Ireland’s Great Potato Famine. What time period did this occur? A. 1786-1791 B. 1896-1901 C. 1915-1921 D. 1846-1851
Answers: Round 7 2. The Dutch United Provinces, which includes what is known as the Netherlands today, declared their independence from which European country in 1579?  A. France B. Spain C. England D. Germany
Answers: Round 7 3. In 1960, Burkina Faso earned its independence from which colonial power? A. Portugal B. England C. Spain D. France
Answers: Round 7 4. A war between India and what was then East Pakistan in 1971 resulted in the formation of what country? A. Bangladesh B. Pakistan C. Nepal D. Bhutan
Answers: Round 7 5. The territory now known as Taiwan was first colonized by which European power in the 17th century?  A. England B. France C. Netherlands D. Portugal
Answers: Round 7 6. Lithuania gained  independence in 1991 from the Soviet Union. Which Western organizations did it join in 2004? A. NAFTA & OPEC B. EU & NATO C. EU & NAFTA D. ECA & NATO
Answers: Round 7 7. The lands that make up Croatia today were part of which empire until the end of World War I? A. Austro-Hungarian B. British C. Italian  D. French
Answers: Round 7 8. In 800 A.D., who was crowned the Holy Roman Emperor? A. Constantine I B. Charlemagne C. Constantine IV D. Justinian II
Answers: Round 7 9. In 1925, Japan finally allowed which group of people to vote? A. Men B. Women C. Koreans born in Japan D. Chinese born in Japan
Answers: Round 7 10. St. Patrick introduced Roman civilization and the Christian Church to Ireland. When did he die? A. 1861 B. 1061 C. 1561  D. 461
Q1: The New Zealand sport that involves rolling downhill inside a large clear plastic ball is called what? Answers: Round 8 A. Crolling B. Zorbing C. Downing D. Kiwi Racing
Answers: Round 8 Q2: The festival attracts more than 230,000 visitors every year and is the second most important event on the French Riviera after the Nice Carnival and is just ahead of the Monaco Formula I. Which one is it?   A. The Cannes Film Festival B. The Chocolate Festival C. The Lavender Festival D. The Lemon Festival
Answers: Round 8 A. Italian B. Arabic C. Malay D. Urdu Q3: What is the official language of Brunei?
Answers: Round 8 Q4: What do these flags have in common? A. Red represents the blood of those who struggled for independence B. All three are on the continent of Africa C. The color green represents Agriculture/Land D. All three countries are predominantly Muslim
Answers: Round 8 Q5. In which European country has Sunday shopping been recently banned in agreement with the Roman Catholic Church? A. Croatia B. Belgium C. France D. Russia
Answers: Round 8 Q6. In Bahrain, the dominant religion is:   A. Shi’ism B. Roman Catholic C. Sunnism  D. Judaism
Answers: Round 8 Q7. The festival of Lights, also called Diwali is a time when many people light small clay pots to signify victory of good over the evil within an individual. It is considered a national festival for which two countries? A. China and Korea B. Mali and Senegal C. Italy and Greece D. India and Nepal
Answers: Round 8 Q8. Which of these celebrities is NOT Canadian? A. Nelly Furtado B. Avril Lavigne C. Will.i.am D. Mel Gibson
Answers: Round 8 Q9. This Jamaican is the World’s Fastest Man. What is his name?   USAIN BOLT
Answers: Round 8 A. Saudi Arabia B.  United Arab Emirates C. Yemen D. Syria Q10. The Dirham is the currency used in which of the following countries:
Thank You For Playing Congratulations to our Winners!!!
Thank You Again to Our Sponsors ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
[object Object],Thanks Again to our  Staff and Volunteers!   *Angie Wright  *Melissa Watkins *Edward Smith *Cathy Thompson  *Frederic Gresset *Richmond Blake *Katey Dietz   *Julie Spratt *Firoz Peera *Jacqui Osei-Tutu
STUDENTS! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
STUDENTS WITH AMBASSADOR DENNIS ROSS
The World Affairs Council invites  you to join us! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Please visit our website for membership information and application. THANK YOU! www.charlotteworld.org
PARENTS! You can play too at Community WorldQuest!  March 2009 DONATE A PRIZE!
For Parents & Educators:  Voyagers Club  ,[object Object]
Join us at our upcoming event: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Petrostate: Putin, Power, and the New Russia
Thank You Larry Sprinkle! Charlotte's Best Meteorologist
Thank You For Playing Congratulations to our Winners!!!
Tiebreakers
Q1: Identify the country of this flag:  The flag is red with a blue border around the unique shape of the two overlapping right triangles; the smaller, upper triangle bears a while stylized moon and the larger, lower triangle bears a white 12-pointed sun.
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Q2: Of the 25 European Union Member states, which has expressed the biggest public reservations with some 80% of its population disapproving the EU membership of Turkey? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q2: Of the 25 European Union Member states, which has expressed the biggest public reservations with some 80% of its population disapproving the EU membership of Turkey? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q3: Identify this landmark by name and country. 5pts. Name, 5 pts. Country
Q3: Identify this landmark by name and country. 5pts. Name, 5 pts. Country Angor Wat, Cambodia
Q4: What is the smallest country in geographic size that borders Saudi Arabia? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q4: What is the smallest country in geographic size that borders Saudi Arabia? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q5: President Alvaro Uribe Velez of ______ was re-elected in May 2006. He becomes the first president there in over a century to serve consecutive terms.  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q5: President Alvaro Uribe Velez of ______ was re-elected in May 2006. He becomes the first president there in over a century to serve consecutive terms.  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q6: Which country is known as “Land of the Thunder Dragon” because of the storms that come from the Himalayas?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Q6: Which country is known as “Land of the Thunder Dragon” because of the storms that come from the Himalayas?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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WACC Academic WorldQuest 2008

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  • 11. Q1. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s son Pax was adopted in 2007 from an orphanage in what Asian nation? A. Laos B. Cambodia C. Vietnam D. Thailand
  • 12. Q1. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s new son Pax was adopted in 2007 from an orphanage in what Asian nation? A. Laos B. Cambodia C. Vietnam D. Thailand
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  • 15. Q3. What is the capital of Mali? A. Ouagadougou B. Conakry C. Bamako D. Lusaka
  • 16. Q3. What is the capital of Mali? A. Ouagadougou B. Conakry C. Bamako D. Lusaka
  • 17. Ready to Play??? 2008 Academic WorldQuest
  • 20. Q2: Identify this flag This flag is split horizontally into 2 sections; red on top and white on the bottom.
  • 23. Q5: Imagine this flag: There is a red isosceles triangle (based on the hoist side) dividing the flag into two right triangles; the upper triangle is green, the lower one is blue; a gold wreath encircling a gold olive branch is centered on the hoist side of the red triangle
  • 30. 1. Where were 16 people killed by a double car bomb attack at the US Embassy in September 2008? A. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia B. Asmara, Eritrea C. Sanaa, Yemen D. Muscat, Oman
  • 31. 2. What country is the first to pledge $1 billion to a new international fund to help Brazil save the Amazon rainforest, as long as it reduces deforestation? A. Norway B. Finland C. Japan D. Denmark
  • 32. 3. Which nation’s president was asked to resign by the African National Congress in September 2008? A. Ghana B. South Africa C. Nigeria D. Liberia
  • 33. 4. Which country wasn’t a news story during Barack Obama’s Presidential Election win? A. Japan B. Kenya C. Indonesia D. Mozambique
  • 34. 5. In September 2008, the President of this South American country expelled the American Ambassador, Philip Goldberg, from the country for allegedly supporting rebel groups. A. Bolivia B. Peru C. Brazil D. Paraguay
  • 35. 6. Once considered a member of the “Axis of Evil” by President Bush, this now compliant state was removed from the terrorism blacklist on October 11, 2008. A. Iran B. Iraq C. Syria D. North Korea
  • 36. 7. Although the other four Scandinavian countries currently offer domestic partnerships to same-sex couples, this country became the first Scandinavian country to legalize same-sex marriage in June 2008. A. Sweden B. Norway C. Iceland D. Finland
  • 37. 8. Identify his name and country
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  • 39. 10. Identify her name and country
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  • 45. 5. Where do the Blue Nile and White Nile converge? A. Luxor, Egypt B. Khartoum, Sudan C. Aswan, Egypt D. Giza, Egypt
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  • 48. 8. What separates the two cities that make up Budapest, the capital city of Hungary? A. Drava River B. Don River C. Tisza River D. Danube River
  • 49. 9. Besides the Vatican City, which has no permanent residents, which country has the smallest population? A. Tuvalu B. Palau C. Monaco D. San Marino
  • 50. 10. Which is the geographically largest landlocked country? A. Kazakhstan B. Bolivia C. Mongolia D. Ethiopia
  • 51. Answers: Round 1 Q1: Cambodia
  • 52. Answers: Round 1 Q2: Indonesia
  • 53. Answers: Round 1 Q3: Kenya
  • 54. Answers: Round 1 Q4:Denmark
  • 55. Answers: Round 1 Q5:Eritrea
  • 56. Answers: Round 1 Q6:Barbados
  • 57. Answers: Round 1 Q7: Croatia
  • 58. Answers: Round 1 Q8: Iraq
  • 59. Answers: Round 1 Q9: Laos
  • 60. Answers: Round 1 Q10: Colombia
  • 61. Answers: Round 2 1. Where were 16 people killed by a double car bomb attack at the US Embassy in September 2008? A. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia B. Asmara, Eritrea C. Sanaa, Yemen D. Muscat, Oman
  • 62. Answers: Round 2 2. What country is the first to pledge $ 1 billion to a new international fund to help Brazil save the Amazon rainforest, as long as it reduces deforestation? A. Norway B. Finland C. Japan D. Denmak
  • 63. Answers: Round 2 3. Which nation’s president was asked to resign by the African National Congress in September 2008? A. Ghana B. South Africa C. Nigeria D. Liberia Thabo Mbeki
  • 64. Answers: Round 2 4. Which country wasn’t a news story for their celebrations of Barack Obama’s Presidential win? A. Japan B. Kenya C. Indonesia D. Mozambique
  • 65. Answers: Round 2 5. In September 2008, the President of this South American country expelled the American ambassador, Philip Goldberg, from the country for allegedly supporting rebel groups? A. Bolivia B. Peru C. Brazil D. Paraguay
  • 66. Answers: Round 2 6. Once considered a member of the “Axis of Evil” by President Bush, this now compliant state was removed from the terrorism blacklist on October 11, 2008 A. Iran B. Iraq C. Syria D. North Korea
  • 67. Answers: Round 2 7. Although the other four Scandanavian countries currently offer domestic partnerships to same-sex couples, this country became the first Scandinavian state to legalize same-sex marriage in June 2008. A. Sweden B. Norway C. Iceland D. Finland
  • 68. Answers: Round 2 8. Identify his name and country Name: Raul Castro, Country: Cuba Raúl Castro is the youngest brother of former Cuban leader Fidel Castro.
  • 69. Answers: Round 2 9. Identify his name and country Name: Robert Mugabe Country: Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe is the president of Zimbabwe. He has served as head of state since 1980.
  • 70. Answers: Round 2 10. Identify her name and country Name: Angela Merkel Country: Germany Angela Merkel is the Chancellor of Germany. She assumed office in November 2005
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  • 75. Answers: Round 3 5. In which city do the Blue Nile and White Nile converge? A. Luxor, Egypt B. Khartoum, Sudan C. Aswan, Egypt D. Giza, Egypt
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  • 78. Answers: Round 3 8. What separates the two cities that make up Budapest, the capital city of Hungary? A. Drava River B. Don River C. Tisza River D. Danube River
  • 79. Answers: Round 3 9.Besides the Vatican City, which has no permanent residents, which country has the smallest population? A. Tuvalu B. Palau C. Monaco D. San Marino
  • 80. Answers: Round 3 10. What is the geographically largest landlocked country? A. Kazakhstan B. Bolivia C. Mongolia D. Ethiopia
  • 81. Round 4: Great Decisions
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  • 83. 2) During the hostage rescue, Colombian military intelligence agents disguised as rebels and aid workers arrived by helicopter at the group’s camp and pretended they were there to: A. Kills the hostages B. Transport the hostages elsewhere for the group C. Apply medical aid D. Interrogate the hostages
  • 84. 3. The Chinese government announced that it would not be approving which class of visas until the conclusion of the Summer Olympic Games and Paralympics in Beijing were completed on September 20, 2008: A. Travel B. Business C. Student D. Permanent Residency
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  • 115. 2) During the hostage rescue, Colombian military intelligence agents disguised as rebels and aid workers arrived by helicopter at the group’s camp and pretended they were there to: Answers: Round 4 A. Kills the hostages B. Transport the hostages elsewhere for the group C. Apply medical aid D. Interrogate the hostages
  • 116. Answers: Round 4 3. The Chinese government announced that it would not be approving which class of visas until the conclusion of the Summer Olympic Games and Paralympics in Beijing were completed on September 20, 2008: A. Travel B. Business C. Student D. Permanent Residency
  • 117. Answers: Round 4 4. The Templeton Prize, founded in 1972 by philanthropist Sir John Templeton, is intended to promote progress in: A. Global Hunger B. Immunizations C. Reconciliation of Religion and Science D. Maternal and childhood health developments
  • 118. Answers: Round 4 5. By the end of 2008, Iraqis budget surplus is likely to stand at what amount? A. $79 billion B. $979 billion C. $9 billion D. $579 million
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  • 120. Answers: Round 4 7. Iran distributed an informal document entitled, “_________,” outlining their demands for concessions from the six global powers present at the meeting and stated that they should “refrain from taking any unilateral or multilateral action-or sanctions-against Iran, both inside and outside the UN Security Council? A. “Fair Treatment Paper” B. “No Sanctions Paper” C. “Security Partners Paper” D. “None Paper”
  • 121. Answers: Round 4 8. In May 2008, which country successfully brokered a deal between the Sunni Muslims and Hezbollah-led Shi’a community in Lebanon to prevent a potential civil war between the two groups? A. France B. Qatar C. Bahrain D. United Arab Emirates
  • 122. Answers: Round 4 9. According to the Great Decisions Update, with his own transition from President to Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin will now control the state coffers and the: A. State-operated oil company, Gazprom B. Military C. State-owned railway D. Television networks
  • 123. Answers: Round 4 10. According to the Great Decisions Update, which action was recently legalized by the Russian parliament? A. Government access to medical records B. Government censorship of textbooks imported from abroad C. Denying public access to government spending records D. Assassinations committed outside of Russian territory
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  • 125. Answers: Round 5 2. According to the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime, the inhabitants of which countries consume the most cocaine? A) Colombia and Bolivia B) UK and Greece C) US and Spain D) Afghanistan and Serbia
  • 126. Answers: Round 5 3. Which group is not considered a terrorist organization by the US government? A. Al-Qaeda B. Hamas C. Al-Ahram D. Asbat al-Ansar
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  • 128. Answers: Round 5 5. The largest number of people trafficked into the US come from which area? A) Eastern Europe B) East Asia and Pacific C) Sub-Saharan Africa D) Latin America
  • 129. Answers: Round 5 6. Hezbollah, Revolutionary Armed Forces of Columbia (FARC), and the Basque Fatherland and Liberty (ETA) are all designated by the US government as what type of organization? A. Islamic Parties B. Terrorist organizations C. Rogue states D. Expatriate groups
  • 130. Answers: Round 5 7. In Counterterrorism terminology, which of these would be considered a “soft target?” A. Shopping Mall B. Airport C. Military Base D. Government Building
  • 131. Answers: Round 5 8. According to the UN, it is estimated that what percentage of heroin shipments is intercepted worldwide? A. 85-90% B. 60-65% C. 30-35% D. 10-15%
  • 132. Answers: Round 5 9. Taiwanese gangsters, who are often executives in large corporations, are involved in white-collar crimes such as illegal stock trading, bribery, and sometimes run for public office. Which well-known organization crime group is it? A. Heijin B. Jao Pho C. Pan Yin D. Triads
  • 133. Answers: Round 5 10. INTERPOL, an international police agency that helps other law enforcement agencies track criminals who operate across national borders is headquartered in: A. United States B. France C. United Kingdom D. Switzerland
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  • 145. 1. Approximately one million people died during Ireland’s Great Potato Famine. What time period did this occur? A. 1786-1791 B. 1896-1901 C. 1915-1921 D. 1846-1851
  • 146. 2. The Dutch United Provinces, which includes what is known as the Netherlands today, declared their independence from which European country in 1579? A. France B. Spain C. England D. Germany
  • 147. 3. In 1960, Burkina Faso earned its independence from which colonial power? A. Portugal B. England C. Spain D. France
  • 148. 4. A war between India and what was then East Pakistan in 1971 resulted in the formation of what country? A. Bangladesh B. Pakistan C. Nepal D. Bhutan
  • 149. 5. The territory now known as Taiwan was first colonized by which European power in the 17 th century? A. England B. France C. Netherlands D. Portugal
  • 150. 6. Lithuania gained independence in 1991 from the Soviet Union. Which Western organizations did it join in 2004? A. NAFTA & OPEC B. EU & NATO C. EU & NAFTA D. ECA & NATO
  • 151. 7. The lands that make up Croatia today were part of which empire until the end of World War I? A. Austro-Hungarian B. British C. Italian D. French
  • 152. 8. In 800 A.D., who was crowned the Holy Roman Emperor? A. Constantine I B. Charlemagne C. Constantine IV D. Justinian II
  • 153. 9. In 1925, Japan finally allowed which group of people to vote? A. Men B. Women C. Koreans born in Japan D. Chinese born in Japan
  • 154. 10. St. Patrick introduced Roman civilization and the Christian Church to Ireland. When did he die? A. 1861 B. 1061 C. 1561 D. 461
  • 155. Round 8: Global Potpourri
  • 156. Q1: The New Zealand sport that involves rolling downhill inside a large clear plastic ball is called what? A. Crolling B. Zorbing C. Downing D. Kiwi Racing
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  • 158. Q3: What is the official language of Brunei? A. Italian B. Arabic C. Malay D. Urdu
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  • 160. Q5. In which European country has Sunday shopping been recently banned in agreement with the Roman Catholic Church? A. Croatia B. Belgium C. France D. Russia
  • 161. Q6. In Bahrain, the dominant religion is: A. Shi’ism B. Roman Catholic C. Sunnism D. Judaism
  • 162. Q7. The festival of Lights, also called Diwali is a time when many people light small clay pots to signify victory of good over the evil within an individual. It is considered a national festival for which two countries? A. China and Korea B. Mali and Senegal C. Italy and Greece D. India and Nepal
  • 163. Q8. Which of these celebrities is NOT Canadian? A. Nelly Furtado B. Avril Lavigne C. Will.i.am D. Mel Gibson
  • 164. Q9. This Jamaican is the World’s Fastest Man. What is his name?
  • 165. Q10. The Dirham is the currency used in which of the following countries: A. Saudi Arabia B. United Arab Emirates C. Yemen D. Syria
  • 166. Answers: Round 7 1. Approximately one million people died during Ireland’s Great Potato Famine. What time period did this occur? A. 1786-1791 B. 1896-1901 C. 1915-1921 D. 1846-1851
  • 167. Answers: Round 7 2. The Dutch United Provinces, which includes what is known as the Netherlands today, declared their independence from which European country in 1579? A. France B. Spain C. England D. Germany
  • 168. Answers: Round 7 3. In 1960, Burkina Faso earned its independence from which colonial power? A. Portugal B. England C. Spain D. France
  • 169. Answers: Round 7 4. A war between India and what was then East Pakistan in 1971 resulted in the formation of what country? A. Bangladesh B. Pakistan C. Nepal D. Bhutan
  • 170. Answers: Round 7 5. The territory now known as Taiwan was first colonized by which European power in the 17th century? A. England B. France C. Netherlands D. Portugal
  • 171. Answers: Round 7 6. Lithuania gained independence in 1991 from the Soviet Union. Which Western organizations did it join in 2004? A. NAFTA & OPEC B. EU & NATO C. EU & NAFTA D. ECA & NATO
  • 172. Answers: Round 7 7. The lands that make up Croatia today were part of which empire until the end of World War I? A. Austro-Hungarian B. British C. Italian D. French
  • 173. Answers: Round 7 8. In 800 A.D., who was crowned the Holy Roman Emperor? A. Constantine I B. Charlemagne C. Constantine IV D. Justinian II
  • 174. Answers: Round 7 9. In 1925, Japan finally allowed which group of people to vote? A. Men B. Women C. Koreans born in Japan D. Chinese born in Japan
  • 175. Answers: Round 7 10. St. Patrick introduced Roman civilization and the Christian Church to Ireland. When did he die? A. 1861 B. 1061 C. 1561 D. 461
  • 176. Q1: The New Zealand sport that involves rolling downhill inside a large clear plastic ball is called what? Answers: Round 8 A. Crolling B. Zorbing C. Downing D. Kiwi Racing
  • 177. Answers: Round 8 Q2: The festival attracts more than 230,000 visitors every year and is the second most important event on the French Riviera after the Nice Carnival and is just ahead of the Monaco Formula I. Which one is it? A. The Cannes Film Festival B. The Chocolate Festival C. The Lavender Festival D. The Lemon Festival
  • 178. Answers: Round 8 A. Italian B. Arabic C. Malay D. Urdu Q3: What is the official language of Brunei?
  • 179. Answers: Round 8 Q4: What do these flags have in common? A. Red represents the blood of those who struggled for independence B. All three are on the continent of Africa C. The color green represents Agriculture/Land D. All three countries are predominantly Muslim
  • 180. Answers: Round 8 Q5. In which European country has Sunday shopping been recently banned in agreement with the Roman Catholic Church? A. Croatia B. Belgium C. France D. Russia
  • 181. Answers: Round 8 Q6. In Bahrain, the dominant religion is: A. Shi’ism B. Roman Catholic C. Sunnism D. Judaism
  • 182. Answers: Round 8 Q7. The festival of Lights, also called Diwali is a time when many people light small clay pots to signify victory of good over the evil within an individual. It is considered a national festival for which two countries? A. China and Korea B. Mali and Senegal C. Italy and Greece D. India and Nepal
  • 183. Answers: Round 8 Q8. Which of these celebrities is NOT Canadian? A. Nelly Furtado B. Avril Lavigne C. Will.i.am D. Mel Gibson
  • 184. Answers: Round 8 Q9. This Jamaican is the World’s Fastest Man. What is his name? USAIN BOLT
  • 185. Answers: Round 8 A. Saudi Arabia B. United Arab Emirates C. Yemen D. Syria Q10. The Dirham is the currency used in which of the following countries:
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  • 198. Q1: Identify the country of this flag: The flag is red with a blue border around the unique shape of the two overlapping right triangles; the smaller, upper triangle bears a while stylized moon and the larger, lower triangle bears a white 12-pointed sun.
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