I am no longer playing the game, so I won't update the blog anymore. Thanks for all the fun we had! It's time to move on.
This blog will remain for those who need it.
Klaasje Zevenster, December 2018
Rio de Janeiro
You don't need any stars to unlock Rio de Janeiro, so it's probably one of the first cities you visit.
Game Show Host
Only in Kathmandu
Famous for games like Plinko! and the Showcase Showdown,
which show was originally hosted by Bob Barker?
The Price is Right
Fill in this game show title originally hosted by Jeff
Foxworthy: Are You Smarter Than a --- Grader?
5th
On since 2000, which of these shows is hosted by Jeff Probst
and includes teams going to ‘Tribal Council’?
Survivor
On this game show, hosted by Alex Trebek, your answer must
be in the form of a question.
What is Jeopardy?
On which ‘80s game show did contestants try to earn money by
answering questions to earn spins and avoid Whammys?
Press your Luck
Originally hosted by Richard Dawson, which game show pits
two teams against each other to find the most popular answers?
Family Feud
Starting in 2016, which actor/comedian has hosted the reboot
of the classic game show To Tell the Truth?
Anthony Anderson
What comedian hosts the game show that takes place in a cab
(Cash Cab)?
Ben Bailey
What game show, hosted by Howie Mandel, includes the Banker
and models holding numbered briefcases?
Deal or No Deal
Which of these Nicleodeon game shows was famously hosted by
Marc Summers and included the ‘Physical Challenge’?
Double Dare
Botanical Illustrator
Only in Kathmandu
When was the cell discovered?
1665
Where can be lignin mostly found?
Xylem and sclerenchyma
Which anatomical structures contribute to gas exchange in
leaves?
Stomata
Which can be found both in plant and in animal cells?
Mitochondria
Which can not be found in xylem?
Sieve elements
Which is the most common energy storage form in plants?
Starch
Which of these tissue does not contribute to mechanical
properties of stem?
Parenchyma
Which plant tissue conducts water and mineral elements from
roots to aboveground parts?
Xylem
Which structure is a barrier in roots?
Endodermis
Which tissue may have a cuticle?
Epidermis
Who was the first person to observe cells under a
microscope?
Robert Hooke
Tech Junk
Only in Kathmandu
Junior
During which decade did the CD make its breakthrough?
1980s
Fujifilm developed a format similar to Super 8 in 1965. What
was it called?
Single 8
In which decade was the first TV remote control invented?
1950s
What does DVD stand for?
Digital Versatile Disc
What was the first machine that could record and store sound
called?
Phonograph
What was the first wireless TV remote control called?
Zenith Space Command
When was the first VHS recorder launched?
1976
Which company developed the VHS system?
JVC
Which company produced the first CD?
Philips
Which of these inventions has had the least success in the
market?
MD
Senior
In which year did the DVD become the most popular film
format?
2003
What does FM stand for?
Frequency modulation
What does LCD stand for?
Liquid crystal display
What is the needle that transfers sound from a gramophone
record to the amplifier called?
Pick up
What is the projection on a transparent screen in front of
the user called?
Head-up display
What’s the diameter of a regular Compact Disc?
12cm
What was the technology for high resolution television,
launched in 2006 in conjunction with the Soccer World Championships, called?
HDTV
When did the first CDs appear on the market?
1982
Which company cooperated with Philips on the development of
the CD?
Sony
Which of the following is NOT a film format?
42 mm
Expert
How many times per minute does an LP turn?
33
In what kind of apparatus are a prism, a shutter and a
sensor found?
Cameras
In which decade did the first cassette recorder appear?
1970s
Roughly how many years can sound be stored on a tape before
it begins to fade?
30
What does EP stand for?
Extended Play
What is the collective noun for media technologies that
reach a large audience?
Mass media
What is the name of the screen technology that uses liquid
crystals?
LCD
What type of machine is an Episcope?
Projector
When were the first color TV sets sold?
1950s
Which format was launched in the 1990s and was intended to
replace the cassette player?
Minidisc
Tokyo
You don't need any stars to unlock Tokyo, so it's probably among the first cities you will visit.
You get 70 coins per city question here.
City Sights:
For solutions click here
Souvenirs for the Shopaholic Milestone:
You need to buy the Omamori as a City-to-do-task in Tokyo, but you can sell it anywhere.
Items you can sell here for the best price:
Jobs only available in Tokyo:
Children's Book Author
City Expert - Tokyo
Game Developer
Geography Teacher - Japan
Language Teacher - English
Philosopher
Rice Farmer
Sushi Chef
Tea Taster
Passport:
Tourist Information:
Balkans Expert
Available in Europe
The Balkans region is bordered by what sea on the northeast?
Black Sea
The Balkans region is bordered by what sea on the northwest?
Adriatic Sea
The Balkans region is bordered by what sea on the southeast?
Aegean Sea
The Balkans Region is bordered by what sea on the southwest?
Ionian Sea
The Balkans Region takes its name from what type of
landform?
Mountain
The word “Balkan” comes from what ancient language?
Ottoman
What is the Balkans also known as?
Balkans Peninsula
What is the capital of Serbia?
Belgrade
What is the highest point of the Balkans?
Mount Musula
Which of these cities is not in the Balkans?
Brussels
Moscow
You don't need any stars to unlock Moscow, so it's probably one of the first cities you visit.
You get 55 coins for a city question here.
City Sights of Moscow:
The Bolshoi Theatre
Souvenirs for the Shopaholic Milestone:
Souvenirs to be sold in Moscow:
You should sell the Franc Coin from Paris as a city-to-do-task here.
There are two coins in the souvenirs shop, one is just an ordinary coin, make sure you have the Franc Coin, the other won't work.
Jobs that are only available in Moscow:
Car Dealer
City Expert - Moscow
Geography Teacher - Russia
IT Security Expert
Liquor Manufacturer
Maid
Soldier
The Soviet Union
Triage Doctor
Jobs that are only available in Europe:
American Idol
Balkans Expert
Benelux Expert
Circus Artist
Expert in European Literature
Geography Teacher Europe
Passport:
Tourist Information:
London
You don't need stars to unlock this city. When you start in Rome, this is the first place you travel to. I don't know if it's the same if you start in Washington, because I never tried that.
You get 60 coins for a city question.
London City Sights:
Though these are rather easy, if you read the introduction from the tourist information employee, I have added them for completeness' sake. :)
Big Ben
Piccadilly Circus
Tower Bridge
Click here for solutions
Souvenirs you need to buy for the Shopaholic Milestone:
The Stonehenge Stone should be sold in Cairo as a City-to-do-task. After you did that, if you go for a second round, you can sell it anywhere for 2990 coins.
Souvenirs to be sold here for the best price:
Jobs that are only available in London:
Fire Fighter (also in Paris and New York)
Sea Captain (also in Sydney and Stockholm)
England Tour Guide
UK Tour Guide
Jobs that are only available in Europe:
American Idol
Balkans Expert
Benelux Expert
Circus Artist
Expert in European Literature
Geography Teacher Europe
Passport:
Tourist Information:
Kathmandu - City Sights
Durbar Square
(10 tickets)
The lively historic center of Kathmandu is a great place to discover ancient architecture. Durbar Square is the traditional heart of Kathmandu, an impressive complex of ancient palaces, temples, courtyards and shrines. Most of Kathmandu Square dates back to before the 18th century, although parts were restored following an earthquake in 1934. The square is a sacred place of pilgrimage for both Buddhists and Hindus.
Beijing
You need 165 stars to unlock Beijing.
You get 75 coins for a city question here.
City Sights of Beijing:
For solutions click here
Souvenirs you need to buy for the Shopaholic Milestone:
The Piece of Chinese Wall should be sold in Warsaw as a city-to-do-task.
To sell here:
You need to sell the Maori Tiki Sculpture from Auckland here as a city-to-do-task.
Jobs that are only available in Beijing:
Jobs that are available in China:
Passport:
Tourist Information:
Bangkok
You need 65 stars to unlock Bangkok.
You get 75 coins for a city question here.
City Sights of Bangkok:
For solutions click here
Souvenirs you need to buy for the shopaholic milestone:
You need to buy the Rice Bowl and sell it in New Delhi as a city-to-do-task.
Souvenirs to sell here:
Jobs that are only available in Bangkok:
Passport:
Tourist Information:
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