
Lyceum of Wisdom

Assam tea, known for its rich aroma, originated in which country?,
Answer: India,
The Chinese comedy crosstalk format originates in three places: Tianqiao in Beijing, the Quanye Bazaar in Tianjin, and where in Nanjing?,
Answer: Fuzimiao,
The saying 'The empire in which the sun never puts itself' was originally used in reference to the empire of which country?,
Answer: Spain,
Which ancient Greek city-state was known for its brutal military training and bravery?,
Answer: Sparta,
Raphael is best known for his creation of which of the following?,
Answer: School of Athens,
In which theater did Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 in C Minor premiere in 1808?,
Answer: Theater an der Wien,
Broccoli is rich in which vitamin?,
Answer: Vitamin C,
Military leader Carlos Martel was NOT known for which of the following feats?,
Answer: Leadership of cavalry units,
Fish and chips originated in which country?,
Answer: England,
Zhu Geliang was not involved in which of the following incidents reported in the novel of the three kingdoms?,
Answer: Revolt of yellow turbans,
Which country is responsible for the invention of gorgonzola cheese, famous for its poignant flavor?,
Answer: FRANCE,
Which of the following conditions was not essential for a vizier, the most important civil servant in Pharaoh in ancient Egypt?,
Answer: have real blood,
The work on which of these cathedrals started in Copenhagen in the year 1877?,
Answer: São Paulo Church,
The poet Fernando Pessoa became known for writing his poems as different 'characters', which he called 'heteronyms'. Which of these is NOT one of the heteronyms that Pessoa used?,
Answer: Francisco Norman,
Sandro Botticelli's painting 'Venus and Mars' is famous for its bright colors and beautiful figures. In which gallery is this painting currently housed?,
Answer: At the National Gallery in London (Trafalgar Square),