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7/14/25

[Answer] Which tennis star was stabbed by a deranged man during a match in 1993?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which tennis star was stabbed by a deranged man during a match in 1993?"



...In 1993, tennis star Monica Seles was the victim of a shocking on-court attack during a match in Hamburg, Germany. Her assailant, 38-year-old Günter Parche, a deranged and obsessive fan of fellow German player Steffi Graf, stabbed Seles between the shoulder blades with a 9 inch knife. He later admitted he hoped the attack would allow Graf to reclaim the No. 1 ranking. Parche was immediately apprehended by security, and Seles was rushed to the hospital. Traumatized by the incident, she did not return to professional tennis for nearly two years.

7/13/25

[Answer] Which film series has the most Oscar wins?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which film series has the most Oscar wins?"



...The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson, holds the record for the most Oscar wins by a single film series. Across its three films, the series earned a total of 17 Academy Awards from 30 nominations. The final installment, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003), was especially historic—it won all 11 Oscars it was nominated for, including Best Picture, tying the record for the most wins by a single film. The trilogy was celebrated not only for its groundbreaking visual effects and epic storytelling, but also for achievements in costume design, sound, music, and direction.

[Answer] Who is the only actress to have won an Oscar for playing a man?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who is the only actress to have won an Oscar for playing a man?"



...Linda Hunt made her film debut in Robert Altman's Popeye (1980), but it was her breakout role in The Year of Living Dangerously (1982) that brought her international acclaim. In a bold and transformative performance, Hunt portrayed Billy Kwan, a male Chinese-Australian photojournalist with dwarfism—a role that earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actres, making her the first actor to win an Oscar for playing a character of the opposite sex. Hunt has also had a distinguished television career, with notable roles on The Practice, Without a Trace, and NCIS: Los Angeles.

[Answer] Which of these bones is located in your face?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which of these bones is located in your face?"



...The mandible, commonly known as the lower jawbone, is the largest and strongest bone of the human face. It holds the lower teeth in place and plays a crucial role in essential functions such as chewing, speaking, and facial expression. Unlike most other facial bones, the mandible is movable, connected to the skull by the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which allows the mouth to open and close. Its strength and durability are vital for withstanding the powerful forces generated during biting and chewing, making it a key structural and functional component of the craniofacial skeleton.

7/12/25

[Answer] Benjamin Franklin was inducted into what sports hall of fame?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Benjamin Franklin was inducted into what sports hall of fame?"



...Although Benjamin Franklin is best known as a Founding Father, inventor, and diplomat, he also made significant contributions to the world of swimming. Franklin was an accomplished swimmer and is credited with inventing several swimming-related technologies. He designed rudimentary hand paddles and flippers to improve propulsion in the water—early versions of gear still used today. In recognition of his influence on aquatic education and innovation, Franklin was inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame in 1968.