It never hurts to know! General knowledge quiz
Even when we say “general knowledge,” there are many different kinds of “common sense,” aren’t there? This article is a collection of quiz questions focused on society, history, and geography—general knowledge that might be useful for your future.
Some of it may not be essential for everyday life, but it never hurts to know! We’ll introduce topics about Japan and the world in a quiz format, with explanations along the way.
How many can you get right? These are all the kinds of things you’ll want to share once you learn them—the sort that make you ask, “Did you know this?”—so feel free to use them as conversation starters!
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Daily Life, Science, and Trivia Quiz (11–20)
What do you call a tadpole turning into a frog?
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pervert
The process by which a tadpole transforms into the form of a frog is called metamorphosis. During metamorphosis, changes such as the transformation of organs and the development of limbs can be observed. Besides frogs, butterflies, honeybees, and beetles like rhinoceros beetles also undergo metamorphosis.
What are some good things to do to prevent static electricity from building up?
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Touch walls and the ground
To prevent static electricity, it’s important to discharge any electricity built up in your body. By touching a wall or the ground, the electricity accumulated in your body will naturally discharge, helping to prevent static electricity. In winter, when static electricity is more likely to occur, make sure to touch a nearby wall or the ground before unlocking your house door.
What is dry ice made of when it solidifies?
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carbon dioxide
The dry ice included with deliveries like frozen food is carbon dioxide in solid form. At room temperature it doesn’t become a liquid; it sublimates into a gas. The white “smoke” you often see isn’t the carbon dioxide itself, but moisture in the air freezing and appearing like smoke.
How would the Moon be classified: as a star, a planet, or a satellite?
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satellite
A star is a celestial body that emits its own light, such as the Sun, while a planet is a body that orbits a star, like Earth. A body that orbits a planet is called a satellite, and since the Moon orbits Earth, it is classified astronomically as a satellite rather than as a planet or a star.
How many players are there on a futsal team?
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5 people
Futsal, a sport similar to soccer, is played with teams of five. One difference from soccer is the size of the court, which is about one-ninth that of a regular soccer field. In addition, the ball used is one size smaller than a soccer ball.