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Let's solve each question in the Family Quiz and provide clear, accurate answers with explanations.

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Science

1. Electric current is measured using what device?
✔ Answer: Ammeter
🔍 *Explanation:* An ammeter is an instrument used to measure electric current in amperes (A). It is connected in series within a circuit.

2. What planet is nearest to the earth?
✔ Answer: Venus
🔍 *Explanation:* Venus is the closest planet to Earth on average, though Mercury is closer to the Sun. However, due to orbital positions, Venus is usually the nearest neighbor.

3. How many ounces are there in a pound?
✔ Answer: 16
🔍 *Explanation:* In the imperial system, 1 pound (lb) = 16 ounces (oz).

4. The muscles found in the front of your thighs are known as what?
✔ Answer: Quadriceps
🔍 *Explanation:* The quadriceps femoris, or "quads," are four muscles at the front of the thigh that help extend the knee.

5. What turns red in the presence of acid and blue in the presence of alkali?
✔ Answer: Litmus paper
🔍 *Explanation:* Litmus paper is a pH indicator: red for acidic solutions, blue for alkaline (basic) ones.

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History

1. What year did World War I begin?
✔ Answer: 1914
🔍 *Explanation:* WWI started on July 28, 1914, following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.

2. Julius Caesar was the leader of what army?
✔ Answer: Roman Army
🔍 *Explanation:* Julius Caesar was a general and dictator of Rome, leading the Roman military during his rise to power.

3. What was Florence Nightingale’s occupation?
✔ Answer: Nurse / Nursing pioneer
🔍 *Explanation:* She is considered the founder of modern nursing and became famous for her work during the Crimean War.

4. Who was caught trying to blow up parliament in 1605?
✔ Answer: Guy Fawkes
🔍 *Explanation:* He was part of the Gunpowder Plot to assassinate King James I by blowing up Parliament.

5. What title was given to the rulers of Ancient Egypt?
✔ Answer: Pharaoh
🔍 *Explanation:* The pharaoh was both a political and religious leader in ancient Egyptian society.

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Geography

1. Which is the largest country in size (area)?
✔ Answer: Russia
🔍 *Explanation:* Russia spans over 17 million square kilometers, making it the largest country by land area.

2. What is the capital of Thailand?
✔ Answer: Bangkok
🔍 *Explanation:* Bangkok is the capital and most populous city of Thailand.

3. What country has the largest population in the world?
✔ Answer: China (as of recent data, but note: India surpassed China in 2023)
🔍 *Explanation:* As of 2023–2024, India has the largest population (~1.4 billion), surpassing China. But if the quiz uses older data, it may still list China.

🟡 Note: This answer depends on timing. If this is a current quiz, India is correct.

4. What is the capital of Morocco?
✔ Answer: Rabat
🔍 *Explanation:* Rabat is the official capital; Casablanca is the largest city and economic center.

5. What is the smallest country in the world?
✔ Answer: Vatican City
🔍 *Explanation:* Vatican City is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy, and covers just 0.49 square kilometers.

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Nature

1. What is the name of the world’s biggest coral reef?
✔ Answer: Great Barrier Reef
🔍 *Explanation:* Located off the coast of Australia, it is the largest coral reef system in the world.

2. Carnivore, Carnivore, and Williams are varieties of which fruit?
✔ Answer: Mango
🔍 *Explanation:* 'Carnivore' and 'Williams' are cultivars (varieties) of mangoes.

3. Is it male or female mosquitoes that bite people?
✔ Answer: Female
🔍 *Explanation:* Only female mosquitoes bite humans to obtain blood protein needed for egg development.

4. Which leaves can be used to soothe the pain from stinging nettles?
✔ Answer: Dock leaves (or plantain leaves)
🔍 *Explanation:* Dock leaves contain compounds that help neutralize the sting of nettles when rubbed on the skin.

5. Which jet black bird has lived in the Tower of London for centuries?
✔ Answer: Raven
🔍 *Explanation:* The Tower of London is home to ravens, believed to protect the kingdom. Legend says if they leave, the monarchy will fall.

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✔ Final Answers Summary:

| Category | Question # | Answer |
|-------------|------------|----------------------------|
| Science | 1 | Ammeter |
| | 2 | Venus |
| | 3 | 16 |
| | 4 | Quadriceps |
| | 5 | Litmus paper |
| History | 1 | 1914 |
| | 2 | Roman Army |
| | 3 | Nurse / Nursing pioneer |
| | 4 | Guy Fawkes |
| | 5 | Pharaoh |
| Geography| 1 | Russia |
| | 2 | Bangkok |
| | 3 | India (or China) |
| | 4 | Rabat |
| | 5 | Vatican City |
| Nature | 1 | Great Barrier Reef |
| | 2 | Mango |
| | 3 | Female |
| | 4 | Dock leaves |
| | 5 | Raven |

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