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  Travel quiz

  Any one could put questions, 3 to 5 at a time.
  
  The administrator ( here, me) will keep all of them in order to maintain a data-bank, when each set of questions would be rightly answered.
  
  It is the job of the question setter to announce 'right answer' for each question and finally to give the signal for posting the next set of questions by another member.
  
  Who is coming with the 1st set of questions? Please let me keep idle for some time!

  Mitraa G started this discussion 5 months ago. ( reply )

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  I Like the Daffodils 

  @@Question:
  
  For travelers onto an African safari expedition/tour For example: Serengeti Safaris, to prevent malaria these days, what is made available in lodges like Seronera Wildlife Lodge as a precautionary measure?
  
  Clue:
  You can also glance through the discussion topic on Africa imaginary tour
  http://www.shelfari.com/groups/22136/discussions/34772/Africa--an-imaginary-tour-by-Travellers-club
  OR
  take a shot at this question right away.

  posted 4 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    very tough question; I must say!
    It took me 3 days to get the right answer.
    'mosquito nets'. hooray!!!!
    Just now I found the answer from Kiran's note itself ( an imaginary tour to Africa)!!! 'All rooms are naturally ventilated and fitted with mosquito nets over the air vents'.
    Hi Kiran, am I right?
    Then who is coming with the next question?

    posted 4 months ago. ( reply )

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    I Like the Daffodils (edited)

    Bingo!! Your answer is absolutely correct
    
    @@Answer
    Mosquito Nets
    
    Precautions:
    Malaria area - minimize mosquito bites by wearing light, long sleeved clothing and using effective insect repellents (containing Diethyltoluamide DEET) on exposed skin. Sleep under treated mosquito netting or ensure that the doors and windows of your accommodation are screened against mosquitoes. Having a fan or air-conditioner on at night will further suppress mosquito activity. Currently, the three effective anti-malaria tablets are Mefloquine (Lariam or Mefliam), Doxycycline and Malarone (Malanil). It is still possible to contract malaria while on malaria prophylaxis. Note that Lariam may present serious side-effects - please test before you depart.
    
    Health requirements:
    Yellow Fever inoculations are necessary (this must be done no later than 10 days prior to departure). Anti-malaria tablets are also necessary.
    
    Disclaimer:
    I am not sure about the medicines suggested above.
    Please enquire travel clinics operating in your area.
    
    ~~$$ Green Signal for anybody to proceed with next question.
    

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    Mitraa G (edited)

    Kiran, Kiran, Kiran; Please be our quiz master! Pl. keep up....
    Thank u for the answer in -detail; it is really very important information.
    Next question?

    posted 4 months ago. ( reply )

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  Mitraa G (edited)

  There is a quiz:
  what are the animals we could find at North pole and South pole... Arctic and Antartic regions? Any striking difference?

  posted 4 months ago. ( reply )

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    eblue 

    arctic region- polar bear, seal, walrus, reindeer, snow-leopard, fox, arctic wolf. some sort of a bird that dives underwater to catch fish (don't know its name).
    antarctic region- penguins!!!! (i love them!!) albatross, seal, whale.
    the difference is that...no large land-based animal lives in the antarctic region..though there is LAND there..whole the arctic region, having NO land, houses large animals.
    is that right?

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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  eblue 

  NEW QUESTION:
  1. what gift did USA receive from France in 1886?
  2. the name of which living being is alphabetically the 1st one to appear in an English dictionary?
  3. what are you doing right now?

  posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    I Like the Daffodils 

    Hey u eblue, nice to see u after imaginary tour to africa. You are very informative personality, seen in those discussions. And VERY SMART too.
    
    So :) let me start answering your 3rd question first
    
    3. Answering your question is what i am doing right now.
    1. Statue of Liberty
    
    Question No 2: I dont know answer really. You are a master of English Literature. Its best to get that info from you and others who are closing on to it. :)
    
    I will wait for the answers from our members.

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    Dafodil answered 1 n 3, which r correct
    2. Acacia/ acacea? the flowering plant? he, dont put a cross mark for spelling mistake if the answer is right!
    Hi eblue, what an appreciation from daffodils! Don't you want to know each other? If I were you I would definitely ...

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    Jonas D 

    For 3 I would go for the Aardvark
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aardvark

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    thanks Hahtoolahand eblue for the right answers!
    Waiting for new set of questions.Come on!

    posted 2 months ago. ( reply )

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  I Like the Daffodils 

  Note:
  Hey Beloved Members. Please review previous Q & A (Question and Answers). Answers might be awaited for few questions. Dont overlook it. Kindly ensure that you have your replies/information confirmed or clarified with the original answers.

  posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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  I Like the Daffodils (edited)

  @Question - Mitraa's trip to Canada.
  
  When mitraa was explaining her recent trip back home to canada, you wud have noticed her telling that sunlight was till 9pm. Why was sunlight available very late till that time.
  
  
  
  Mar 20, Jun 20, Sep 22, Dec 21.
  Apart from considering these as regular calendar days of the year, there is something special about this. One or two days behind or forward the above mentioned dates, all over the world, every year we realize certain happenings universally ? just glance on some resources about it, you will experience the feel of happenings on these dates. Its interesting.
  
  

  posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    gautam67 

    BTW, this is a quiz too:
    is Mitraa's trip to Canada
    
    back home
    OR
    from Home
    ?

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    ha ha ha! good questions Daffodils n Gautam!

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    eblue 

    well done daffodils and jonas D!!! better luck next time mitraa di!!! haha:-)
    answering daffodil's question: equinoxes and solstices. right????
    
    NEW QUESTIONS:
    1. what is OPEC?? (plz don't google it,hahaha)
    2. which animal builds bridges? (apart from homo sapiens, that is)
    3. what is "okapi"? (easy one!!)

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    eblue 

    hi daffodils!! you are really into medicine/clinical stuff...are you a doctor?

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    Today's philosophy of mine: If you are right, nothing happens; even a grass does not move; but to draw attention and to originate an action, make some mistake or do something wrong! LOL!

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    I think Daffodil's and e-blue's (last but one) questions are rightly answered?
    BTW: along with Gautam's quiz, may I add one question before e-blue gets his answer?
    Name the Trail: a 500 mile trail(bike path) from Durango to Denver, crosses 8 mountain ranges and 5 river systems; obstacles: heavy snow accumulations, high water washed out bridges, forest fires, bears and mountain lions only!

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    eblue 

    i know the answer to the durango-denver question...but i googled it!!!
    so i wont/can't leave an answer:-(
    but i did get to know about something interesting..thanks mitraa di!!

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    gautam67 

    A nice trip indeed.

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    Answer to Gautam's question:
    Mitraa travelled between Canada and India, one home to another, at least for 10x 2 times for the last 8 years. So, the journey is ' shuttling'.....airline companies got already confused which is the to and which is the fro journey..... How pathetic!!! bo ho ho....

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    I Like the Daffodils 

    @E-blue
    Hey e-blue, I am not a doctor yaar. When i say this, I remember a joke:
    
    A famous surgeon went on a safari in Africa. When he came back, his colleagues asked him how it had been. "Oh, it was very disappointing." he said. "I didn't kill a thing. I'd have been better off staying here in the hospital"
    
    
    
    See, how it had been. Thats why i suggested many medicines, and finally :) gave a disclaimer.
    
    Mission Impossible. Otherwise Prison possible. :)
    

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    I Like the Daffodils 

    @Gautam
    Hi gautam, you really trapped Mitraa with your question. i can't stop laughing. hahah :)

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    I Like the Daffodils 

    @Answer
    e-blue your answer is absolutely correct.
    
    In U.S/ canada and other countries in Northern Hemispherse, longest day(summer solsctice) begins on Jun 20. The reason is same for sunlight available late till 9pm in canada.
    
    Mar 20, Jun 20, Sep 22, Dec 21 are All Seasons(Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter) All Reasons.
    
    Do you want to know how these seasons evolve? Just glance the following article for few mins, you will really enjoy like me, watching some awe-inspiring pictures and reading content:
    
    http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/solarsystem/earth/solsticescience.shtml
    
    http://www.calendar-updates.com/info/holidays/us/summer.aspx
    
    
    Viewing a video on this will be interesting isnt it? Lets watch one:
    http://www.math.nus.edu.sg/aslaksen/applets/sun_fixed/sun_fixed.html
    
    Now its evident, what causes the seasons. :)
    

    posted 3 months ago. ( reply )

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    I Like the Daffodils (edited)

    Equator Position Africa Landmark denoting Signboard
    Few pictures here, and your eyes are right on that spot.
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equator
    
    Its like Journey to Center Of Earth. Its nice to know wikipedia recording some interesting stuff for generations to come. And thanks to Mitraa for developing interest in Africa.

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    Mitraa G 

    Thanks Daffodils for explaining the answer of your last question which was answered by e-blue in brief ( clues). And, thanks for providing these valuable information! I 'll be back after surfing these links. I think all of us go for them indeed!
    I am in a tight scedule now a days like one of a real traveler. I can not manage time for writing my 'Diary from canada' while lot of experiences have been gathered.
    But friends, where are the answers of e-blue's last question and mine? shall I disclose the answers? Oh, no! please speak out!
    
    
    1. what is OPEC?? (plz don't google it,hahaha)
    2. which animal builds bridges? (apart from homo sapiens, that is)
    3. what is "okapi"? (easy one!!)
    
    Name the Trail: a 500 mile trail(bike path) from Durango to Denver, crosses 8 mountain ranges and 5 river systems; obstacles: heavy snow accumulations, high water washed out bridges, forest fires, bears and mountain lions only!

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    Hahtoolah 

    In response to Mitraa's questions:
    
    1.OPEC =Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries / Cartel
    2. animals that build bridges = orangatangs?
    3. Okapi = African mammal that is related to the giraffe.

    posted 2 months ago. ( reply )

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    eblue 

    THANKS Daffodils, for the link on the Equator...its hugely informative..i didn't know that the Equator MOVES!!!! made me feel sort of dizzy!!

    posted 2 months ago. ( reply )

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    eblue 

    Here are the answers:
    
    1...oil producing and exporting countries
    2...beaver
    3...okapi= an african animal first spotted in the 20th century, with its body shaped like a giraffe's, and zebra stripes over its legs..its a herbivore living in central Africa..HERE'S THE LINK... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okapi
    
    
    Hahtoolah got 2answers right...congrats!!!
    in reply to Mitraa di's question, the answer is...COLORADO TRAIL:-)
    here's the link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colorado_Trail
    

    posted 2 months ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    New Set of Quiz: On Mountain Ranges of the world
    long questions, short answer:
    1.Along which Mountain Range : Animals like Bighorn sheep, Mount goat, Moose, mountain lion (over 4,000 m., 13,120 ft), grizzly bear and popular skiing routes like Vail and Aspen; minerals like gold, silver, lead, zinc, cobalt, tungsten?
    
    2. Where is International Peace Park? This protected area is formed by 2 parks of 2 nations ( what are the names of these parks?). It is a territory of grizzlies, black bears, moose, mule dear, mountain lion, bighorn sheep?
    
    3. Along which Mountain Range are places like : Machu picchu, Lake Titicaca, La Paz, Aconeagua and animals like Llama, spectacled bear, torrent duck? What Machu picchu is famous for?
    
    4. Which Mountain Range goes along Afganistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan; shelters animals like Snow leapard, Musk deer, Yak, Lammergeier, Mountain sheep, includes the highest peak of the world ( and what is the name of this peak)?
    
    5. Which Mountain Range includes Snowy mountains, Mt Koskiusko, Blue mt., Canberra; animals like koala bear, Lyrebird and Sheep; Aboriginal paintings in Carnarvon National Park?

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    Hahtoolah 

    In response to Mitraa's questions.
    1. Rocky Mountains
    2. International Peace Park is on the border of the US (Montana) and Canada (Alberta).
    3. Machu Picchu is located in the Andes. It is an Incan city that was not destroyed by the Spanish invaders.
    4. Mount Everest is the highest peak and is found in Nepal in the Himalayan mountain range.
    5. Trick question. The name of the mountain range is Snowy Mountains. Mount Kosciuszko is the highest peak in Australia and is found in the Snowy mountains.
    
    

    posted 1 month ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    Excellent! You are great ! All answers are right. The last one is indeed in Australia, The Great Dividing range.

    posted 1 month ago. ( reply )

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  Pamposh 

  Just discovered your quizes! Great discovery. :)

  posted 1 month ago. ( reply )

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    Mitraa G 

    Hi Pamposh, welcome; welcome n welcome! Want to see you frequently at different discussions. Please meet your new friends here and introduce yourself to us (pl. find the appropriate discussion and write there)
    If you are interested in travel-quiz; please participate actively; either putting or solving quiz!

    posted 1 month ago. ( reply )

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    eblue 

    HI EVERYBODY!!!!!
    how is life??? let's get busy with some quizzing again!!
    
    1. why is the '123 ACT' named that way?
    2. which is the fastest land snake?
    3. why cant a CHEETAH run further than a few hundred meters at top speed?
    (ya it gets tired, true, but it stops within a certain distance..why?)
    

    posted 2 weeks ago. ( reply )

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