Letter round: A (Questions only)

1. In Greek mythology, which food of the gods was supposed to give eternal life to all who ate it?

2. What's capital of The Peoples Democratic Republic of Yemen?

3. Which great river takes its name from the Indian word meaning Destroyer of Boats?

4. In what country was Hertha Berlin central defender Josip "Joe" ? imunić born? (BQ: for which country did he play in the 2006 World Cup?)

5. Which well known and often used mystical word is said to come from the Aramaic phrase "I create as I speak"?

6. Which of the six noble gases comes first alphabetically?

7. The title of which 2009 Hollywood blockbuster is also the Sanskrit word for "descent"?

8. On which ship did Jason sail in search of the Golden Fleece?

9. What are the American followers of the Swiss Mennonite preacher Jacob Ammann called?

10. In Australian slang, what is the "arvo"?

11. In which field of human activity was Sir Mortimer Wheeler famous?

12. In which ocean was the Mary Celeste found adrift?

13. What major historic tourist attraction is situated in the Texan city of San Antonio

14. "Sour grapes", "One good turn deserves another", "Look before you leap" and "Honesty is the best policy" are just a few examples of expressions which stem from which ex slave?

15. Which sport would you practice if you were a toxophilite?