#193

March On, Central America, Literal Translations, Hair, and Iconic TV Roles.

March On

It’s Mars’ month and we’re so here for it.

1

What day of the month does the Ides of March correspond to?

2

"The Imperial March" musical theme composed by John Williams first appeared in what Star Wars film?

3

March flies are ferocious biters that use blood to assist what biological process?

4

Marching Powder, the non-fiction book by Australian author Rusty Young, tells the story of an English drug smuggler sent to prison in what country?

5

Name one of the two zodiac signs that have dates in March.

March On

Central America

From Guatemala to Panama.

6

What is the only country in Central America with English as an official language?

7

Also the highest peak in Guatemala, what is the name of the tallest volcano in all of Central America??

8

On average, how long does it take ships to pass through the Panama Canal: 8-10 hours, 12-14 hours, or 16-18 hours?

9

What kind of animal is a resplendent quetzal?

10

A label previously applied to Honduras, what term is used to describe an unstable and corrupt country with an economy that is dependent on a single product?

Central America

Literal Translations

Can you name the following terms from their literal translation to English?

11

A festive day that translates from French to "fat Tuesday".

12

A type of cheese that translates from Italian to "recooked".

13

An 18th-19th century philisophical term that translates from German to "spirit of the age".

14

A martial art that translates from Japanese to "gentle way".

15

A form of government that translates from Ancient Greek to "rule by the best”.

Literal Translations

Hair

These questions will grow on you.

16

What colour hair is most common in humans?

17

The bows used by violinists and other string musicians contain strings made from the hair of which animal?

18

Pityriasis capitis is a condition better known by what name?

19

What style of moustache is named after an artist known for his surreal melting clocks?

20

What protein is human hair mostly composed of?

Hair

Iconic TV Roles

Name the actor who played not one, but two, iconic TV characters.

21

Elaine Benes & Selina Meyer

22

Jim Halpert & Jack Ryan

23

Peggy Olson & Offred

24

Malcolm Tucker & Doctor Who

25

Dr Cristina Yang & Eve Polastri

Iconic TV Roles

Last Week's Scores

Top Scores

  • 23 Trina & Adam
  • 20 Sal and Nik
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  • 20 Laura and Jack
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