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Season 215

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Season 215 - Day 14 of 14

Season 215 - Day 14 of 14

Film

This 1998 Danish film, directed by Thomas Vinterberg, was the first entry in the Dogme 95 movement.
It follows a family gathering that turns into chaos when dark secrets are revealed during a patriarch’s birthday celebration.
What is the title of this film?

Season 215 - Day 13 of 14

Season 215 - Day 13 of 14

World War II

Signed in August 1939, this non-aggression pact between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union included secret protocols for the division of Eastern Europe.
The agreement, named after the foreign ministers of both nations, remained in effect until Germany invaded the Soviet Union in June 1941.
What is the name of this pact?

Season 215 - Day 12 of 14

Season 215 - Day 12 of 14

Philosophy

Which philosophical and theological concept seeks to reconcile the existence of an all-powerful, benevolent deity with the presence of evil and suffering in the world, a debate explored by thinkers like Augustine, Leibniz, and Voltaire?

Season 215 - Day 11 of 14

Season 215 - Day 11 of 14

Cartoons, Comics and Graphic Novels

First appearing in a 1952 Belgian comic book, this yellow, black-spotted jungle creature is known for its extraordinarily long, prehensile tail and its signature cry, "Houba!".
Created by André Franquin, it has appeared in comics, animated series, and video games.
What is the name of this fictional character?

Season 215 - Day 10 of 14

Season 215 - Day 10 of 14

Medieval European History

Which hierarchical social and economic system, dominant in medieval Europe, was based on land ownership, reciprocal obligations between lords and vassals, and a rigid class structure that included serfs working the land in exchange for protection?

Season 215 - Day 9 of 14

Season 215 - Day 9 of 14

Ice Hockey

In ice hockey, this infraction occurs when a player shoots the puck from their own side of the center red line across the opponent’s goal line without it being touched.
The play is stopped unless the defending team chooses to continue.
What is this rule called?

Season 215 - Day 8 of 14

Season 215 - Day 8 of 14

Botany

This nutrient-rich, gluten-free grain has been cultivated for thousands of years in the Andean region and was once considered sacred by the Inca civilization.
Technically a seed, it is often used as a rice substitute and is known for its high protein content.
What is the name of this plant?

Season 215 - Day 7 of 14

Season 215 - Day 7 of 14

Video Games

Released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis, this ultra-fast platformer introduced players to a blue hedgehog racing through loop-de-loops and collecting golden rings to defeat the villainous Dr. Robotnik.
The game was a major success and helped establish its publisher as a leading competitor to Nintendo.
What is the name of this video game?

Season 125 - Day 6 of 14

Season 125 - Day 6 of 14

Novels

In which science fiction novel, published in 1949, do we follow Winston, a Party member working for the Ministry of Truth, as he navigates a world controlled by Newspeak, Doublethink, Thoughtcrime, and Telescreens?

Season 215 - Day 5 of 14

Season 215 - Day 5 of 14

Metropolises

This bustling metropolis, known for its vibrant street life and ornate temples, is home to the Grand Palace and the sacred Emerald Buddha.
It features a famous floating market, a lively nightlife scene, and one of the world's most notorious traffic congestions. Its local name, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, translates to "City of Angels."
What is the name of this city?

Season 215 - Day 4 of 14

Season 215 - Day 4 of 14

Bands

Which British-Irish boy band, formed on The X Factor in 2010, achieved global success with hits like What Makes You Beautiful and Story of My Life?
The group, which included future solo stars Harry Styles and Zayn Malik, went on hiatus in 2016, leading to individual careers for its members.

Season 215 - Day 3 of 14

Season 215 - Day 3 of 14

Companies and Corporations

Founded in 1887 as a manufacturer of reed organs and pianos, this Japanese company has since expanded into motorcycles, marine products, and audio equipment.
Recognized by its tuning fork logo, it is one of the world's most versatile multinational brands.
What is the name of this company?

Season 215 - Day 2 of 14

Season 215 - Day 2 of 14

Linguistics

This field of study, essential to linguistics and philosophy, focuses on the meaning of words, phrases, sentences, and texts.
It examines how language conveys ideas and how context can influence interpretation.
What is the name of this discipline?

Season 215 - Day 1 og 14

Season 215 - Day 1 og 14

Medicine

This controversial surgical procedure, used in the mid-20th century to treat severe mental illnesses, involved severing connections in the brain's prefrontal cortex.
It was popularized by neurologist Walter Freeman but later abandoned due to ethical concerns and better treatments.
What is the name of this procedure?

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