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1. Who developed the theory of relativity?
2. What is the name of the radiation theorized by Stephen Hawking to be emitted by black holes?
3. What is the name of the artistic technique pioneered by Leonardo da Vinci that involves the subtle blending of colors to create a 'smoky' effect?
4. At what age did Malala Yousafzai receive the Nobel Peace Prize, making her the youngest-ever recipient?
5. What was the name of the spacecraft that Yuri Gagarin used for the first human spaceflight?
6. Which iconic fashion staple was popularized by Coco Chanel in the 1920s as a versatile 'uniform' for women?
7. Crossing which river signaled Julius Caesar's declaration of war against the Roman Senate?
8. Nikola Tesla was a major proponent of which electrical system during the 'War of Currents'?
9. What was the name of the famous X-ray diffraction image taken by Rosalind Franklin that revealed the structure of DNA?
10. Which naval force did the English fleet defeat in 1588 during Elizabeth I's reign?
11. What is the name of Voltaire's famous 1759 satirical novella that critiques philosophical optimism?
12. Indira Gandhi was the daughter of which prominent Indian independence leader?
13. Which art movement, co-founded by Picasso, uses geometric shapes to represent subjects from multiple perspectives?
14. In which city was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart born?
15. During which 19th-century war did Florence Nightingale transform nursing practices?
16. Which three 'natural rights' did John Locke famously argue all humans possess?
17. Which pesticide was the primary focus of Rachel Carson's warnings in 'Silent Spring'?
18. Which Hitchcock film is famous for its groundbreaking shower scene and Bernard Herrmann’s screeching score?
19. Which Jane Austen novel features the character Elizabeth Bennet and the wealthy Mr. Darcy?
20. What was the long period of relative peace and stability initiated by Augustus called?