[Answer] What name was Thomas (one of the Twelve) also known by?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What name was Thomas (one of the Twelve) also known by?"

...1. Son of Thunder 2. Saul 3. Didymus 4. Peter

[Answer] What was the original name of New York?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What was the original name of New York?"

...The city is so nice that they named it twice! The colony of New Netherland was established by the Dutch West India Company in 1624 and it spread to present-day New York City and parts of Long Island, Connecticut, and New Jersey. A Dutch settlement in the colony grew up on the southern tip of Manhattan Island and was named New Amsterdam. In 1626, the Dutch governor Peter Minuit purchased Manhattan from the local tribe from whom it gets its name. In August 1664, the British took over the settlement from the Dutch by force and immediately named it New York, after the Duke of York.

[Answer] 8. ___ Lavigne had her first big hit with "Complicated". What is her first name?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. ___ Lavigne had her first big hit with "Complicated". What is her first name?"

...1. Avril 2. Abby 3. Amanda 4. Aaron Avril Lavigne's first CD is called "Let Go".

[Answer] 7. Which of these breeds of dogs is or has also been given the name "Alsatians"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. Which of these breeds of dogs is or has also been given the name "Alsatians"? "

...1. Spaniels 2. Great Danes 3. Mastiffs 4. German Shepherd Dogs During and after the First World War, anything German had fallen in disgrace in some parts of the world. For that reason the German shepherd dog was at least temporarily rebaptised: the Alsatian. This name was correct anyway as Alsatia (now mostly called Alsace) was the area where the breed had originated from. Only it was not at all times clear to everybody whether Alsatia was inside or outside Germany. By the way,rightly or wrongly, it has been claimed that this is the dog that bites humans most. Great Danes are not from Denmark by the way. They were bred in Germany for hunting wild boars. Nor are spaniels from Spain. The origin of the name spaniel seems to be related to French "espanir" and Italian "spaniare". Verbs that mean"to crouch", "to flatten". Cocker spaniels hunted for woodcocks. Springer spaniels flushed partridge, pheasants and hares. Originally mastiffs were used as dogs of war. Later they became watch-dogs. By the way in contrast to the name "Spaniel", the name "Pekinese" really suggests the correct origin. "Pekinese" dogs could only be kept at the Imperial Court and were kind of sacred. Their possession was forbidden for "non-royals". When in 1860 British and French troops overran the Summer Palace at Peking, the Imperial Guards got orders from the Emperor to kill his reputedly semi-divine "Pekinese dogs". A few escaped the slaughter, and were taken to Queen Victoria's Court. Peking is now known as Beijing.

[Answer] 3. An American version of this show was created, which went on to win various awards. Name the award-winning comedy series that was created, written and directed by Ricky Gervais and his friend Stephen Merchant.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. An American version of this show was created, which went on to win various awards. Name the award-winning comedy series that was created, written and directed by Ricky Gervais and his friend Stephen Merchant. "

...1. The Room 2. The Box 3. The Office 4. The Cubicle Due to the popularity of "The Office" (2001) in the UK, it was aired in the United States. Since then there has an American version with the same name, a French version, a German version, and a Canadian French language version.

[Ans] What is the common name for the star Sirius?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the common name for the star Sirius?"

Sirius is the brightest star in the night sky. Sirius is almost twice as bright as Canopus, the next brightest star. Sirius appears bright because of its intrinsic luminosity and its proximity to the Solar System. Sirius is gradually moving closer to the Solar System, so it will slightly increase in brightness over the next 60,000 years. Sirius is sometimes called the "Dog Star", reflecting its prominence in its constellation, Canis Major (the Greater Dog). Most people in the Northern Hemisphere notice Sirius in the southeast – south – or southwest on evenings from winter to mid-spring.

[Answer] What is the common name for the star Sirius?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the common name for the star Sirius?"

...Sirius is the brightest star in the night sky. Sirius is almost twice as bright as Canopus, the next brightest star. Sirius appears bright because of its intrinsic luminosity and its proximity to the Solar System. Sirius is gradually moving closer to the Solar System, so it will slightly increase in brightness over the next 60,000 years. Sirius is sometimes called the "Dog Star", reflecting its prominence in its constellation, Canis Major (the Greater Dog). Most people in the Northern Hemisphere notice Sirius in the southeast – south – or southwest on evenings from winter to mid-spring.

[Answer] 3. Canada. My leaf can be found on the national flag and a NHL team also bears my name.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. Canada. My leaf can be found on the national flag and a NHL team also bears my name."

...1. Maple 2. Ash 3. Oak 4. Cypress The maple tree is well known throughout Canada. It produces a deliciously sweet syrup which is used to make candies, pies, or simply pour over pancakes. In Toronto, the NHL team is called the Maple Leafs.

[Ans] Which actor took his name from a street that leads up to the gates of Paramount Studios?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which actor took his name from a street that leads up to the gates of Paramount Studios?"

Paramount Studios is responsible for hit films such as "Titanic," “Iron Man” and the "Transformers" franchise. The Bronson Gate at Paramount Pictures' studio in Los Angeles is one of the most recognizable Hollywood landmarks. Many years ago a young actor named Charles Buchinski, decided to take his stage name from this gate, and became the more marketable Charles Bronson. He reportedly took his inspiration from the Bronson Gate at the studios of Paramount Pictures, situated on the corner of Melrose Avenue and Bronson Street.

[Answer] Which actor took his name from a street that leads up to the gates of Paramount Studios?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which actor took his name from a street that leads up to the gates of Paramount Studios?"

...Paramount Studios is responsible for hit films such as "Titanic," “Iron Man” and the "Transformers" franchise. The Bronson Gate at Paramount Pictures' studio in Los Angeles is one of the most recognizable Hollywood landmarks. Many years ago a young actor named Charles Buchinski, decided to take his stage name from this gate, and became the more marketable Charles Bronson. He reportedly took his inspiration from the Bronson Gate at the studios of Paramount Pictures, situated on the corner of Melrose Avenue and Bronson Street.

[Answer] 4. 57: What is the name of the band that released "Barracuda" and "Crazy On You"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. 57: What is the name of the band that released "Barracuda" and "Crazy On You"?"

...1. Lungs 2. Liver 3. Brain 4. Heart Heart formed in 1973. "Crazy On You" was released on their debut album "Dreamboat Annie" released in 1976. "Barracuda" was released on their second album "Little Queen" in 1977.

[Ans] Which historical figure inspired the name of a popular chocolate brand?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which historical figure inspired the name of a popular chocolate brand?"

Godiva Chocolatier was founded in 1926 in Brussels, Belgium, by the Draps family who opened their first shop under its present name, in honor of the legend of Lady Godiva. Godiva founder and master chocolatier Joseph Draps sought a name for his company that embodied timeless values balanced with modern boldness. His inspiration came from the well-known Saxon legend of Lady Godiva who rode unclothed through the streets of Coventry to entreat her husband, Leofric the Dane, to lower taxes. Little did Joseph Draps realize that over time his chocolate would become as legendary as the lady herself.

[Answer] Which historical figure inspired the name of a popular chocolate brand?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which historical figure inspired the name of a popular chocolate brand?"

...Godiva Chocolatier was founded in 1926 in Brussels, Belgium, by the Draps family who opened their first shop under its present name, in honor of the legend of Lady Godiva. Godiva founder and master chocolatier Joseph Draps sought a name for his company that embodied timeless values balanced with modern boldness. His inspiration came from the well-known Saxon legend of Lady Godiva who rode unclothed through the streets of Coventry to entreat her husband, Leofric the Dane, to lower taxes. Little did Joseph Draps realize that over time his chocolate would become as legendary as the lady herself.

[Answer] In the DC comic books, what is the name of the planet that is Superman’s home?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "In the DC comic books, what is the name of the planet that is Superman’s home?"

...Years before the destruction of the legendary Man of Steel's home planet, Superman's grandfather, Seg-El, fights to redeem his family's honor after the House of El is ostracized and shamed over Seg's grandfather's false claims of a world-killer coming to Krypton. When an attack on the government is attempted, Seg seizes an opportunity to advance himself and his family by allying with those who sentenced his grandfather to execution and destroyed his family's name but when evidence that his grandfather's claims were true is discovered, Seg must work within the system that discarded the House of El in order to protect their future legacy.

[Answer] 10. Which female name means 'long journey' in Greek?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "10. Which female name means 'long journey' in Greek?"

...1. Obelia 2. Odessa 3. Orna 4. Ora Obelia is Greek for pillar of strength, Orna is the Latin name meaning decorate and Ora is Hebrew for light.

[Answer] 6. An American version of this show was created, which went on to win various awards. Name the award-winning comedy series that was created, written and directed by Ricky Gervais and his friend Stephen Merchant.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. An American version of this show was created, which went on to win various awards. Name the award-winning comedy series that was created, written and directed by Ricky Gervais and his friend Stephen Merchant. "

...1. The Box 2. The Room 3. The Cubicle 4. The Office Due to the popularity of "The Office" (2001) in the UK, it was aired in the United States. Since then there has an American version with the same name, a French version, a German version, and a Canadian French language version.

[Answer] 3. 41: This singer released "Cat Scratch Fever" and "Stranglehold". What is the name of this iconic musician?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. 41: This singer released "Cat Scratch Fever" and "Stranglehold". What is the name of this iconic musician?"

...1. Janis Joplin 2. Frank Zappa 3. Ted Nugent 4. Jimi Hendrix Ted Nugent was born on the 13th of December 1948. "Stranglehold" was released on his self-titled debut and was over eight minutes long. The song was included on "Guitar Hero: World Tour" and you play a guitar battle against him. "Cat Scratch Fever" was released on the album of the same name in 1977.

[Answer] 2. Can you name the Stephen King book from this list?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "2. Can you name the Stephen King book from this list?"

...1. The Green Road 2. The Green Footpath 3. The Green Highway 4. The Green Mile This 1996 book was originally released in serial form over six volumes. At the time Stephen King said he was trying to recreate the way Dickens published many of his novels. It was later re-released as a single volume. It tells the story of John Coffey, a most unusual death row inmate in Louisiana, and the relationship he builds with one of his guards. It was later made into a film starring Tom Hanks.

[Answer] 7. What was the name of Zac's "High School Musical" (2006) character?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. What was the name of Zac's "High School Musical" (2006) character?"

...1. Steven Morgan 2. Davey Hunkerhoff 3. Troy Bolton 4. Cameron Bale "High School Musical" (2006) was a Disney Channel movie about two teens who worked together to win the starring roles in their high school musical. Troy Bolton was the captain of the school basketball team. His teammates were shocked to hear that he enjoyed singing.

[Answer] 1. There is a constellation that has the same name as the nearest spiral galaxy to our own and a space ship from a TV series of a few years ago. Do you know its name?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. There is a constellation that has the same name as the nearest spiral galaxy to our own and a space ship from a TV series of a few years ago. Do you know its name?"

...1. Columba 2. Telescopium 3. X-23 4. Andromeda The constellation Andromeda is another of the 48 constellations catalogued by Ptolemy. It was named for Andromeda, the daughter of Cassiopeia, a figure in Greek mythology. The constellation is easiest to see in the northern hemisphere on autumn evenings. In the southern hemisphere it can only be seen north of 40-degrees south latitude. The brightest star in Andromeda is Alpha Andromedae which is actually a binary star, meaning two stars that closely orbit each other.