What do we call the Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule?
Answer : The Reconquista
The Reconquista refers to the gradual reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula by Christian kingdoms.
Daily quiz of October 13, 2026: answers
Here are the questions of the daily quiz of October 13, 2026, with the correct answer and its explanation. Today's challenge is different: put yourself to the test!
See today's quizWhich NBA team did Larry Bird play for during his entire career?
Answer : Boston Celtics
Larry Bird played thirteen seasons (1979-1992) solely for Boston and won three titles; his rivalry with the Lakers' Magic Johnson defined the 1980s.
What do we call a political system where several parties can freely run in elections?
Answer : A multi-party system
A multi-party system (pluralism) allows several parties to freely run in elections.
What is the capital of Italy?
Answer : Rome
Rome is the capital of Italy.
Which internal English conflict pitted the houses of Lancaster and York against each other in the 15th century?
Answer : The Wars of the Roses
The Wars of the Roses pitted the houses of Lancaster and York against each other for the English throne.
In Greek mythology, who slew the Minotaur?
Answer : Theseus
Theseus defeated the Minotaur in the Labyrinth.
Which nocturnal animal that sleeps upside down is a classic Halloween symbol?
Answer : The bat
The bat is a flying mammal that comes out at dusk and rests hanging upside down. Its mysterious habits made it a companion of vampires and haunted houses.
Which of these animals is NOT a pinniped?
Answer : The manatee
The manatee is a sirenian, not a pinniped.
In which ocean gyre is the Pacific "garbage patch" located?
Answer : The North Pacific subtropical gyre
Currents there concentrate floating debris.
Which Pokémon does Pikachu evolve into when exposed to a Thunder Stone?
Answer : Raichu
Raichu, number 26 in the Pokédex, is the evolved form of Pikachu; Pichu is its baby form, introduced later in the series.