Fun With The Letter H Quiz | Alphabetics

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1. Derived from the plant Cannabis sativa, the same species as the marijuana plant, these seeds gained prominence for their nutritious qualities. Which of these describes these seeds, which are also popular for aiding in reducing the risk of heart disease?

Answer: Hemp

Even though hemp and the marijuana plant belong to the same genus (Cannabis,) hemp has very low amounts of THC, the substance that is primarily responsible for the known effects of marijuana consumption. Hemp seeds, also known as hemp hearts, are full of nutritional benefits, including omega-3 and omega-6 and minerals like magnesium and iron.

They have also been linked with reducing the risk of heart disease, since arginine, an amino acid in the seeds, produces nitric oxide.

2. In 2016, a Democratic politician made history as the first woman to be the presidential nominee for a major party in the United States. What is the name of this woman, who married former president Bill Clinton in 1975?

Answer: Hillary

Hillary Rodham Clinton was born in 1947 in Chicago, Illinois. Clinton has served in a variety of political roles for the United States Government. She was a Senator representing New York from 2001 to 2009, and served as Secretary of State from 2009 to 2013 under President Barack Obama. Clinton was also First Lady of the United States from 1993 to 2001, when her husband Bill was in office. Clinton first ran for president in 2007, but President Obama eventually became the Democratic nominee.

In 2016, Clinton defeated Senator Bernie Sanders, and represented the Democratic party in the 2016 presidential elections.

Despite winning the popular vote, Clinton lost the presidency to Republican candidate Donald J. Trump through electoral college votes.

3. Which of these bands, whose name may remind you of the Slovakian word for "mushroom", was founded in 1994 and has released singles like "The Reason", "Out of Control", and "Crawling in the Dark"?

Answer: Hoobastank

Hoobastank was formed in California in 1994 by Doug Robb, Dan Estrin, Chris Hesse, and Markku Lappalainen. The band has stated in interviews that the name of the band comes from Estrin being unable to pronounce "Hooba street" in Germany correctly when he was younger. They released their first studio album, "Hoobastank", in 2001. Their second studio album was released in 2003 and was named after the song "The Reason", which became one of the most successful ones for the group. Hoobastank released their sixth studio album, "Push Pull", in 2018.

One of the multiple translations of the word "mushroom" in the Slovakian language is "huba", but words like "pliaga" and "hrib" can also be used to describe the fungus. Fascinating!

4. Which of these "H" animals participates annually in the Kentucky Derby and can be referred to as an "equine"?

Answer: Horse

Horses are mammals with the scientific name of Equus ferus caballus. Horses were domesticated by humans thousands of years ago, and were used for several purposes, such as transportation. Some horse breeds include the Arabian horse, the Appaloosa, and the Mustang, but there are many more.

The Przewalski's horse, native of Asia, first gained "endangered" status in 2005. Horses are also popular in races, such as the Kentucky Derby, which takes place every year in Louisville, Kentucky, since 1875.

5. American actress Kathy Bates starred in an NBC legal comedy-drama in 2011, a series which was cancelled after only two seasons. Which of these options, which may remind you of a recognized magician, was the name of the show?

Answer: Harry's Law

"Harry's Law" follows former patent lawyer Harriet "Harry" Korn, who decides to take on a new career as a criminal defense attorney. The show was created by David E. Kelley, also known for dramas like "Boston Legal" and "Ally McBeal". "Harry's Law" starred Kathy Bates, a prolific American actress whose films include "Titanic", "Around the World in 80 Days" and "P.S. I Love You". She has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award for "Misery" in 1990 and an Emmy for her role in "Two and a Half Men."

The magician referred to in the question is Harry Houdini, who was known for his escape stunts and illusions.

6. Located in Central Europe, this "H" country was once part of the Austrian Empire and is known for delicious dishes like goulash, a meat and vegetables stew. Which country is this?

Answer: Hungary

Hungary, originally a kingdom during the Middle Ages, is a country in Europe. In 2012, it changed its name from Hungarian Republic to simply Hungary. The Kingdom was part of the massive Austro-Hungarian Empire until its collapse in 1918, after being defeated in World War I. Hungary later became a satellite state of the Soviet Union, but they collapsed as well. Hungary joined the European Union in 2004, and its capital is Budapest.

The country is also known for their unique cuisine, which produces dishes like goulash soup and hal�szl�, a famous spicy fish soup also known as fisherman's soup.

7. Acquired immune deficiency syndrome, better known as AIDS, is caused by HIV, a type of retrovirus that infects a range of different cells in the body. What does the "H" in HIV stand for?

Answer: Human

HIV/AIDS is a devastating condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is classified as a sexually-transmitted infection since its main way of spreading is through sexual intercourse. However, there are other ways the disease can be spread, such as contaminated needles or breastfeeding.

As its name indicates, human immunodeficiency virus severely weakens the immune system, making patients prone to many life-threatening illnesses that would not put their life in danger if they didn't have HIV/AIDS (for instance, a flu could become deadly because the body's defense systems are down.) A notorious victim of HIV/AIDS was Queen's Freddie Mercury.

8. Prolific American actor Robert De Niro has starred in many movies, some of which start with the letter "H". Which of these movies did not feature De Niro, but rather, served as the debut film of the actor who would later play Forrest Gump?

Answer: He Knows You're Alone

"He Knows You're Alone" is a horror movie directed by Armand Mastroianni, which starred Don Scardino, Caitlin O'Heaney, and Elizabeth Kemp. It was the first feature film in which Tom Hanks participated. Hanks, born in 1956, has become an icon of American cinema, and is known for productions like "Forrest Gump", "Saving Private Ryan", "The Green Mile", and "Catch Me If You Can". He was also the voice of Woody in the "Toy Story" franchise.

"Heist", "Hide and Seek", and "Hands of Stone" are all part of Robert De Niro's extensive filmography. Some other De Niro movies include "Raging Bull", "Meet The Parents" and "Last Vegas."

9. Of the 50 states in the United States, four of their capital cities fittingly begin with the letter H. Hawaii, the only U.S. state to start with H, is known for its beautiful beaches and luaus. Which of these cities, which according to an official government website means "sheltered harbor", is the capital of Hawaii?

Answer: Honolulu

Hawaii, a state formed of many different islands, obtained statehood in 1959. Some of these islands include Hilo, Maui, and Kahului. Honolulu has several tourist attractions, such as the Aloha Tower, the Honolulu Zoo, and the Ala Moana Center, Hawaii's biggest shopping mall. Honolulu is also home to Waikiki Beach, another popular attraction.

Hartford is the capital of Connecticut, while Helena is Montana's capital and Harrisburg is Pennsylvania's.

10. Heathrow Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world. The airport has five terminals, though one of them closed in 2015. Which of these cities, known for a tall clock and red buses, is home to Heathrow Airport?

Answer: London

Heathrow Airport (LHR) is only one of the many airports in London, the others being London City (LCY), Gatwick (LGW), Luton (LTN), Stansted (STN), and Southend (SEN). A wide variety of international airlines, such as Aeromexico, Air France, American Airlines, Alitalia, Delta, Turkish Airlines, Swiss, and United, among many others, operate to and from Heathrow. The airport is a hub for British Airways.

London is the capital of England and the United Kingdom. The city is on the River Thames, and is home to landmarks like Westminster Abbey, the Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, and the Big Ben, a clock tower with a famous bell.

Source: Author Lpez

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