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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
58101
Which athletics field event involves a runway, a planting box, and a crossbar?
Answer:
Pole Vault
In Pole Vault, athletes sprint down a runway and use a long flexible pole planted in a box to propel themselves over a high crossbar.
58102
Who holds the record for the youngest Formula 1 World Champion?
Answer:
Sebastian Vettel
Sebastian Vettel became the youngest World Drivers' Champion in history at 23 years and 134 days when he won the title in 2010. (Max Verstappen is the youngest race winner).
58103
The Solheim Cup is the women's equivalent of which men's golf tournament?
Answer:
The Ryder Cup
The Solheim Cup is a biennial golf tournament for professional women golfers contested by teams representing Europe and the United States, mirroring the format of the Ryder Cup.
58104
Florence Griffith-Joyner ('Flo-Jo') set the women's 100m world record in 1988. What is the time?
Answer:
10.49 seconds
Florence Griffith-Joyner set the current world record of 10.49 seconds during the US Olympic Trials in 1988.
58105
In golf, what is the term for a score of one stroke under par on a hole?
Answer:
Birdie
A Birdie is a score of one stroke fewer than the par of the hole (e.g., scoring a 3 on a par 4).
58106
What is the safety device introduced in F1 in 2018 to protect the driver's head called?
Answer:
The Halo
The Halo is a curved titanium bar placed above the driver's cockpit to protect the head from flying debris and during accidents.
58107
Which tennis Grand Slam is played on a grass surface?
Answer:
Wimbledon
Wimbledon is the only one of the four Grand Slam tournaments that is played on traditional grass courts.
58108
What is the standard weight of the shot used in men's shot put?
Answer:
7.26 kg (16 lbs)
The standard weight for the men's shot in the Olympics and World Championships is 7.26 kilograms (16 pounds).
58109
Which country hosts the first night race in Formula 1 history?
Answer:
Singapore
The Singapore Grand Prix, held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit in 2008, was the first Formula 1 race to be held at night under floodlights.
58110
What is the Polka Dot Jersey awarded for in the Tour de France?
Answer:
Best Climber (King of the Mountains)
The white jersey with red polka dots is awarded to the leader of the mountains classification, also known as the King of the Mountains.