The last one, ages ago, was sort of ridiculous. I will aim to make one that is more reasonable this time. PM me for any necessary clarifications to questions, as I am prone to asking questions in a less than straightforward manner.
Science
1. During a star's lifetime, it maintains hydrostatic equilibrium, with the force of self gravity pulling matter inward, and radiation pressure from the energy released in fusion pushing outward. Once a star can no longer fuse matter in its core, it begins to collapse, and eventually becomes what is called a compact star, or compact object. What are the three main classes of compact objects? (1 point for each)
2. Which radioactive element was once commonly used to give glass yellow or orange hues? (1 point)
History
3. Which WWI leader was nicknamed "The Tiger?" (1 point)
4. During which war was the unification of the modern Italian state completed? (1 point)
Geography (sort of)
5. What is the tallest known mountain in the solar system? Note that the geo prefix does not necessarily apply. (1 point)
Arts and Literature
6. In which dystopian novel were the roles of religion and God replaced (roughly) by consumption and Ford? (1 point)
7. Which Jane Austen hero was the most popular choice in a recent survey taken in the UK of fictional characters women would want to date? By the way, I do not expect anyone to actually know the answer, but if you are at all familiar with Jane Austen the answer should be obvious. Of course, as all the people answering are likely males, therein lies the challenge of the question. (1 point)
8. Who painted this iconic piece of American art? (1 point)
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As usual, no looking up answers or using google. Answers due by PM three days from this post, so about 12:15 GMT. Edit: Er, forgot about Daylight Savings time, so I guess that would be 13:15 GMT.