[Answer] 1. What religious text is often simply called the "Good Book"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. What religious text is often simply called the "Good Book"? "

...1. Bardo Thodol 2. Christian Bible 3. Dianetics 4. Bhagavad Gita There is no definitive etymology for the naming of the Christian Bible as the "Good Book". The phrase has been around since at least the 19th Century as it is found in literature for that period. One theory is that the "good book" is a follow on from the similar colloquialism for the Christian bible of "Good News". "Good News" has a more defined etymology coming from the Greek euang�lion ("good" + "messenger"). The Greek term was Latinized as "evangelium" and then into Old English as g�dspel or gospel (g�d "good" + spel "news"). The Bhagavad Gita is a Hindu scripture that is part of the ancient epic called the "Mahabharata". "Dianetics" is a modern book written by L. Ron Hubbard that forms the basis for Scientology, while the Bardo Thodol is a funerary text more commonly known as the "Tibetan Book of the Dead".

[Answer] What work by James Hilton became the first Pocket Book in 1939?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What work by James Hilton became the first Pocket Book in 1939?"

...Hilton was born in 1900 in Leigh, Lacashire, England. Though he published over twenty successful novels, including "Goodbye, Mr. Chips" and "Random Harvest," his 1933 novel "Lost Horizon" is his most famous and commercially successful work. Hollywood took it to the big screen in 1937. Then, in 1939, "Lost Horizon" became the first book of any genre to be mass-produced in paperback format by Pocket Books. It became Pocket Book #1. Source: TheBestNotes.com

[Ans] The children's book character Eloise lives in which New York City hotel?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "The children's book character Eloise lives in which New York City hotel?"

Eloise is a series of children's books written in the 1950s by Kay Thompson and illustrated by Hilary Knight. Eloise is the mischievous six-year-old girl who lives in the "room on the tippy-top floor" of the Plaza Hotel in New York City with her Nanny, her pug dog Weenie, and her turtle Skipperdee. Thompson's goddaughter, Liza Minnelli, has been cited as a possible model for Eloise, as has the author herself. In 1998, the Plaza was deemed a literary landmark for its role in the series. A portrait of Eloise has hung in the hotel’s Palm Court since 1957.

[Answer] The children's book character Eloise lives in which New York City hotel?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "The children's book character Eloise lives in which New York City hotel?"

...Eloise is a series of children's books written in the 1950s by Kay Thompson and illustrated by Hilary Knight. Eloise is the mischievous six-year-old girl who lives in the "room on the tippy-top floor" of the Plaza Hotel in New York City with her Nanny, her pug dog Weenie, and her turtle Skipperdee. Thompson's goddaughter, Liza Minnelli, has been cited as a possible model for Eloise, as has the author herself. In 1998, the Plaza was deemed a literary landmark for its role in the series. A portrait of Eloise has hung in the hotel’s Palm Court since 1957.

[Answer] 10. This book is often quoted as being the number one bestseller. It has been translated into numerous languages and read by people from all walks of life. What is the name of this book?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "10. This book is often quoted as being the number one bestseller. It has been translated into numerous languages and read by people from all walks of life. What is the name of this book?"

...1. 'The Cost of Discipleship' by Dietrich Bonhoeffer 2. 'The Bible' 3. 'The Book of Common Prayer' 4. 'Pilgrim's Progress' by John Bunyan The Bible has been banned several times, especially during the Catholic and Protestant conflicts in the 16th century and in modern times when it conflicted with a student's beliefs.

[Ans] Which book does not contain a single letter "e"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which book does not contain a single letter "e"?"

Ernest Vincent Wright’s 1939 novel Gadsby is over 50,000 words long, yet doesn’t contain a single letter “e” anywhere other than the cover. In order to prevent himself from accidentally using the letter “e”, he disabled the key on his typewriter by tying it down. Gadsby tells the story of a fictional city called Branton Hills, which is revitalized as a result of the efforts of its new mayor, John Gadsby. As to his motivation for writing Gadsby, Wright first thought to try writing a book without the letter ‘e’ after learning that the letter “e” supposedly occurs in books and other writings on average about five times more often than any other letter in English. Source: Mental Floss

[Answer] Which book does not contain a single letter "e"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which book does not contain a single letter "e"?"

...Ernest Vincent Wright’s 1939 novel Gadsby is over 50,000 words long, yet doesn’t contain a single letter “e” anywhere other than the cover. In order to prevent himself from accidentally using the letter “e”, he disabled the key on his typewriter by tying it down. Gadsby tells the story of a fictional city called Branton Hills, which is revitalized as a result of the efforts of its new mayor, John Gadsby. As to his motivation for writing Gadsby, Wright first thought to try writing a book without the letter ‘e’ after learning that the letter “e” supposedly occurs in books and other writings on average about five times more often than any other letter in English. Source: Mental Floss

[Answer] 7. Picture painted on two panels, often hinged like pages of a book.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. Picture painted on two panels, often hinged like pages of a book."

...1. Triptych 2. Unitych 3. Quadtych 4. Diptych Popular in 15th century Flanders. Generally designed to go over an altar in a church or chapel. The three panel version is the triptych.

[Answer] 3. The word Armageddon only appears in one book of the Protestant Bible; which apocalyptic book is it?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. The word Armageddon only appears in one book of the Protestant Bible; which apocalyptic book is it?"

...1. Revelation 2. Daniel 3. Isaiah 4. I Thessalonians Armageddon only appears in Rev. 16:16. The word comes from the Hebrew har meggido, which means Mount Megiddo or Mountain of Megiddo. Considering there are no mountains in the vicinity of the Old Testament(OT) city of Megiddo, mentioned ten times in the OT, but only a plain, many scholars have concluded that the language is symbolic rather than literal. Whether the New Testament language is to be taken literally of symbolically, the Battle of Armageddon has come to be known as the ultimate battle between good and evil that will usher in a new age. This common theme is found not only in traditional Christianity but also in Jehovah's Witnesses teachings, in Seventh Day Adventist teachings, in Islam, and in the Bah�'� faith. Although the books of Isaiah and Daniel are prophetic in nature, they are not considered apocalyptic. I Thessalonians also has some passages that speak about the ends times but it is not considered apocalyptic either.

[Answer] 1. What religious text is often simply called the "Good Book"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. What religious text is often simply called the "Good Book"? "

...1. Bhagavad Gita 2. Bardo Thodol 3. Christian Bible 4. Dianetics There is no definitive etymology for the naming of the Christian Bible as the "Good Book". The phrase has been around since at least the 19th Century as it is found in literature for that period. One theory is that the "good book" is a follow on from the similar colloquialism for the Christian bible of "Good News". "Good News" has a more defined etymology coming from the Greek euang�lion ("good" + "messenger"). The Greek term was Latinized as "evangelium" and then into Old English as g�dspel or gospel (g�d "good" + spel "news"). The Bhagavad Gita is a Hindu scripture that is part of the ancient epic called the "Mahabharata". "Dianetics" is a modern book written by L. Ron Hubbard that forms the basis for Scientology, while the Bardo Thodol is a funerary text more commonly known as the "Tibetan Book of the Dead".

[Answer] 8. We will never know how many copies this book has sold but virtually all sources agree that it is by far the best-selling book of all time.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. We will never know how many copies this book has sold but virtually all sources agree that it is by far the best-selling book of all time. "

...1. Webster's Dictionary 2. The Bible 3. Guinness Book of Records 4. Oxford English Dictionary While these are all best-sellers, it is generally agreed that the Bible is the best-selling book of all time. Apparently, it has the distinction of being the most shoplifted book of all time too. Recent estimates are that over 6 billion copies have been printed, sold or distributed in more than 2,000 languages and dialects (as of 2002).

[Answer] 4. What book is actually an epic poem written by the 17th century poet John Milton?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. What book is actually an epic poem written by the 17th century poet John Milton?"

...1. Heaven and Hell 2. Adam and Eve 3. The Battle 4. Paradise Lost Milton also wrote a sequel called "Paradise Regained." I made up the other three titles.

[Answer] Who is the villainous pirate in the book Treasure Island?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who is the villainous pirate in the book Treasure Island?"

...Long John Silver is a fictional character and the main antagonist in the novel Treasure Island (1883) by Robert Louis Stevenson. The most colorful and complex character in the book, he continues to appear in popular culture. His one-leggedness and parrot, in particular, have greatly contributed to the image of the pirate in popular culture. Long John Silver is a cunning and opportunistic pirate who was quartermaster under the notorious Captain Flint. Silver has a parrot, named Captain Flint in honor—or mockery—of his former captain, who generally perches on Silver's shoulder.

[Ans] Who is the villainous pirate in the book Treasure Island?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who is the villainous pirate in the book Treasure Island?"

Long John Silver is a fictional character and the main antagonist in the novel Treasure Island (1883) by Robert Louis Stevenson. The most colorful and complex character in the book, he continues to appear in popular culture. His one-leggedness and parrot, in particular, have greatly contributed to the image of the pirate in popular culture. Long John Silver is a cunning and opportunistic pirate who was quartermaster under the notorious Captain Flint. Silver has a parrot, named Captain Flint in honor—or mockery—of his former captain, who generally perches on Silver's shoulder.

[Answer] 7. Swift wrote a novel about Gulliver who was very busy doing something. What does the book focus on--"Gulliver's (what)"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. Swift wrote a novel about Gulliver who was very busy doing something. What does the book focus on--"Gulliver's (what)"?"

...1. Speeches 2. Searches 3. Ships 4. Travels The hero's name is old fashioned--Lemuel. It is another famous travel narrative. From this novel we have the terms "Lilliputians" and "Houyhnhnms," among others. The novel presents Gulliver's encounters with different peoples--some very very small, others amazingly huge. The novel deftly and sardonically portrays social inequalities in the guise of Gulliver's travels and imprisonments. It draws a picture of humanity's physical, emotional and intellectual struggles and impasses.

[Ans] Which book uses exactly 50 different words?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which book uses exactly 50 different words?"

“Green Eggs and Ham” is a children's book by Dr. Seuss, first published on August 12, 1960. Dr. Seuss wrote “Green Eggs and Ham” on a bet that he couldn’t write a book with fifty or fewer distinct words. “Green Eggs and Ham” uses exactly 50 different words. The 50 words are: a, am, and, anywhere, are, be, boat, box, car, could, dark, do, eat, eggs, fox, goat, good, green, ham, here, house, I, if, in, let, like, may, me, mouse, not, on, or, rain, Sam, say, see, so, thank, that, the, them, there, they, train, tree, try, will, with, would, you. On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss was born Springfield, Massachusetts.

[Answer] Which book uses exactly 50 different words?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which book uses exactly 50 different words?"

...“Green Eggs and Ham” is a children's book by Dr. Seuss, first published on August 12, 1960. Dr. Seuss wrote “Green Eggs and Ham” on a bet that he couldn’t write a book with fifty or fewer distinct words. “Green Eggs and Ham” uses exactly 50 different words. The 50 words are: a, am, and, anywhere, are, be, boat, box, car, could, dark, do, eat, eggs, fox, goat, good, green, ham, here, house, I, if, in, let, like, may, me, mouse, not, on, or, rain, Sam, say, see, so, thank, that, the, them, there, they, train, tree, try, will, with, would, you. On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss was born Springfield, Massachusetts.

[Answer] 4. That incompetent Harry forgot to translate another word in my Italian language book on leisure activities. How should he have translated "theater"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. That incompetent Harry forgot to translate another word in my Italian language book on leisure activities. How should he have translated "theater"?"

...1. Prigione 2. Teatro 3. Stazione di servizio 4. Rigattiere I'd like to send Harry to prigione for the poor job he did translating this book. "Prigione" is prison. "Rigattiere" is junkyard. "Stazione di servizio" is service station.

[Answer] 6. What book is actually an epic poem written by the 17th century poet John Milton?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. What book is actually an epic poem written by the 17th century poet John Milton?"

...1. Adam and Eve 2. Heaven and Hell 3. Paradise Lost 4. The Battle Milton also wrote a sequel called "Paradise Regained." I made up the other three titles.

[Answer] 5. Which book is centered on a horse?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. Which book is centered on a horse?"

...1. Animal Farm 2. The Muppets 3. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 4. Black Beauty This story teaches us to overcome barriers no matter what the obstacles are.