Friday, November 2, 2007

General Trivia Answers #1,303-1,308

Answer 1,303: Entertainment & Food -- Cult Lure

d) Ringo's ruby ring

The ring belonged to the cult's intended human sacrifice.

Answer 1,304: History & Government -- Bonaparte Alone, Apart

d) St. Helena

Elba was his first exile, in 1814. His nickname, Le petit caporal, was an affectionate phrase, as he was a slightly above average 5'6½" tall.

Answer 1,305: Math & Science -- Clot Contributor

d) Vitamin K

It helps modify proteins needed to coagulate blood.

Answer 1,306: Geography & Nature -- Continent Count

b) Europe

About 25% of the world lived there compared to 57% in Asia.

Answer 1,307: Literature & Arts -- Mystery Prize

b) Edgar Award

The prize honors Edgar Allan Poe.

Answer 1,308: Sports & Games -- Lottery Loot

d) Orlando Magic

The ping pong balls had landed them Shaquille O'Neal a year earlier.

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