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Questions

On which island is the volcanic mountain Big Ben?

In which century did Marco Polo first travel to China?

In Greek mythology who was the twin brother of Castor?

Who lived in Ivor the Engines boiler?

Who said of Margaet Thatcher" I wouldnt say she is open minded on the middle east,so much as empty headed"?