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[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich ancient Egyptian site features the tombs of Mekhu and his son Sabni, dating back to the 6th dynasty?\n\nA. Giza Necropolis\nB. Qubbet el-Hawa\nC. Valley of the Kings\nD. Saqqara", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Qubbet el-Hawa", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Giza Necropolis", "Qubbet el-Hawa", "Valley of the Kings", "Saqqara" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the historical context of late Ottoman and early Republican Turkey, what role would someone like Ahmet Hamdi Türe most likely have played in shaping the nation?\n\nA. Representing the public voice through legislative participation.\nB. Managing large landholdings and agricultural production for the elite.\nC. Leading military campaigns during periods of territorial conflict.\nD. Serving as a prominent religious authority interpreting Islamic law.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Representing the public voice through legislative participation.. Ahmet Hamdi Türe was a Member of Parliament, meaning his primary function was to represent the people and participate in lawmaking.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Representing the public voice through legislative participation.", "Managing large landholdings and agricultural production for the elite.", "Leading military campaigns during periods of territorial conflict.", "Serving as a prominent religious authority interpreting Islamic law." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFor students in Turkey pursuing humanities and social sciences, which university faculty is widely recognized for its strong academic tradition and diverse range of departments?\n\nA. Hacettepe University Faculty of Letters‎\nB. Ankara University Faculty of Medicine\nC. Boğaziçi University Faculty of Engineering\nD. Istanbul University Faculty of Law", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Hacettepe University Faculty of Letters‎. Hacettepe University’s Faculty of Letters is a leading institution in Turkey for disciplines like history, literature, philosophy, and archaeology. Established with a commitment to rigorous scholarship, it has played a key role in shaping Turkish intellectual life and contributing to the study of Turkish language, history, and culture. It is distinct from the other options which focus on law, engineering, and medicine respectively.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Hacettepe University Faculty of Letters‎", "Ankara University Faculty of Medicine", "Boğaziçi University Faculty of Engineering", "Istanbul University Faculty of Law" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nما هو الموقع الجغرافي لمطار فايد؟\n\nA. محافظة القاهرة\nB. محافظة الإسكندرية\nC. محافظة القليوبية\nD. محافظة الأقصر", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي C. محافظة القليوبية.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "محافظة القاهرة", "محافظة الإسكندرية", "محافظة القليوبية", "محافظة الأقصر" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nOghi is known for its scenic beauty within the mountainous regions of which larger political entity?\n\nA. Pakistan\nB. India\nC. Afghanistan\nD. Iran", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Pakistan", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Pakistan", "India", "Afghanistan", "Iran" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nReflecting a deep connection to paradise imagery and offering respite from the arid landscape, these cultivated spaces in Qazvin are historically associated with which social class?\n\nA. Nomadic tribes and rural agriculturalists\nB. Military commanders and Safavid court officials\nC. Wealthy merchants and Qajar-era nobility\nD. Religious scholars and Sufi mystics", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. Wealthy merchants and Qajar-era nobility", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Nomadic tribes and rural agriculturalists", "Military commanders and Safavid court officials", "Wealthy merchants and Qajar-era nobility", "Religious scholars and Sufi mystics" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nيُعتبر هذا الشخص من أبرز الأسماء في صناعة السينما، وغالبًا ما تتناول أعماله قضايا اجتماعية معقدة. أي من المجالات التالية هو الأقرب لمجال عمله؟\n(This person is considered one of the most prominent names in the film industry, and their works often address complex social issues. Which of the following fields is closest to their profession?)\n\nA. كتابة الروايات\n(Writing novels)\nB. إخراج الأفلام\n(Film directing)\nC. النقد الفني\n(Art criticism)\nD. تأليف الموسيقى\n(Composing music)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. إخراج الأفلام\n(Film directing)", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "كتابة الروايات\n(Writing novels)", "إخراج الأفلام\n(Film directing)", "النقد الفني\n(Art criticism)", "تأليف الموسيقى\n(Composing music)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of these figures is widely remembered as a key player during Iran’s golden era in Asian football during the 1960s and 70s?\n\nA. Mohsen Mosalman\nB. Karim Bagheri\nC. Ali Daei\nD. Mehdi Mahdavikia", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is A. Mohsen Mosalman.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Mohsen Mosalman", "Karim Bagheri", "Ali Daei", "Mehdi Mahdavikia" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nBaba Tahir’s poetry is particularly renowned for its exploration of which central theme, deeply valued within Persianate cultures?\n\nA. The intensity of divine love and the yearning for spiritual union.\nB. The celebration of epic heroes and historical battles.\nC. The intricacies of courtly life and the duties of nobility.\nD. The beauty of natural landscapes and pastoral simplicity.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is A. The intensity of divine love and the yearning for spiritual union..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "The intensity of divine love and the yearning for spiritual union.", "The celebration of epic heroes and historical battles.", "The intricacies of courtly life and the duties of nobility.", "The beauty of natural landscapes and pastoral simplicity." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nReflecting a deep tradition of reverence for religious figures, a visit to this site in Iran often involves seeking blessings and tying cloths to its surroundings. Which of the following best describes the general type of sacred place represented in the image?\n\nA. An Imamzadeh\nB. A Caravanserai\nC. A Sufi Khanqah\nD. A Zoroastrian Fire Temple", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. An Imamzadeh", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "An Imamzadeh", "A Caravanserai", "A Sufi Khanqah", "A Zoroastrian Fire Temple" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nعند السفر من إندونيسيا إلى الخارج، ما هو الوثيقة الرسمية التي يحتاجها المواطن الإندونيسي لإثبات هويته وجنسيته؟\n\nA. بطاقة الهوية الوطنية الإندونيسية (KTP)\nB. جواز سفر إندونيسي\nC. رخصة القيادة الإندونيسية\nD. شهادة الميلاد الإندونيسية", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. جواز سفر إندونيسي", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "بطاقة الهوية الوطنية الإندونيسية (KTP)", "جواز سفر إندونيسي", "رخصة القيادة الإندونيسية", "شهادة الميلاد الإندونيسية" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFor Shia Muslims in Iran, spaces for commemorating Muharram often feature distinctive architectural elements and serve as central locations for mourning rituals. Which of the following best describes the *primary* function of the structure shown in the image?\n\nA. A place for gathering and performing religious ceremonies related to the mourning of Imam Hussein.\nB. A traditional caravanserai offering lodging and trade opportunities along ancient routes.\nC. A Sufi monastery dedicated to mystical practices and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.\nD. A historical mosque primarily used for daily congregational prayers and Quranic study.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. A place for gathering and performing religious ceremonies related to the mourning of Imam Hussein.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A place for gathering and performing religious ceremonies related to the mourning of Imam Hussein.", "A traditional caravanserai offering lodging and trade opportunities along ancient routes.", "A Sufi monastery dedicated to mystical practices and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.", "A historical mosque primarily used for daily congregational prayers and Quranic study." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the landscape of Iranian political reform movements, with which general ideological tendency would Satar Hedayat Khah most likely be associated?\n\nA. Radical Leftism\nB. Participationist Reformism\nC. Principlism (Osoulgarayee)\nD. Nationalist-Religious Movement", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is B. Participationist Reformism.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Radical Leftism", "Participationist Reformism", "Principlism (Osoulgarayee)", "Nationalist-Religious Movement" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich landmark in Singapore serves as a hub for contemporary arts and cultural events?\n\nA. The Esplanade\nB. Fort Canning Park\nC. Marina Barrage\nD. The Substation", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. The Substation.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "The Esplanade", "Fort Canning Park", "Marina Barrage", "The Substation" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of the following professional sporting leagues has Güray Vural contributed to as a football player?\n\nA. Turkish Basketball League\nB. Süper Lig\nC. Spor Toto 1. Lig\nD. Türkiye Futbol Federasyonu Amateur League", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Süper Lig", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Turkish Basketball League", "Süper Lig", "Spor Toto 1. Lig", "Türkiye Futbol Federasyonu Amateur League" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the religious landscape of central Nigeria, which of the following best reflects the role of institutions like the one pictured?\n\nA. Concentrating exclusively on education and operating a network of elite private schools.\nB. Providing spiritual guidance and social services within a predominantly multi-faith community.\nC. Serving as a solely administrative center for Catholic affairs with limited local engagement.\nD. Primarily focused on converting traditional religious adherents to Catholicism through large-scale evangelization.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Providing spiritual guidance and social services within a predominantly multi-faith community..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Concentrating exclusively on education and operating a network of elite private schools.", "Providing spiritual guidance and social services within a predominantly multi-faith community.", "Serving as a solely administrative center for Catholic affairs with limited local engagement.", "Primarily focused on converting traditional religious adherents to Catholicism through large-scale evangelization." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nIf a friend told you they were visiting a charming locality known for its traditional stone houses and proximity to apple orchards near Turkey’s capital, they might be going to…?\n\nA. Güdül\nB. Bayram\nC. Kızılcahamam\nD. Çamlıdere", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Bayram", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Güdül", "Bayram", "Kızılcahamam", "Çamlıdere" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nBeyond representing Nigeria on the international stage, athletes like the individual pictured often become significant figures embodying national pride – in what way do footballers *most* frequently achieve this status within Nigerian society?\n\nA. Through consistent media appearances and endorsement deals with major Nigerian brands.\nB. Through community development projects and philanthropic endeavors alongside their sporting achievements.\nC. By securing lucrative contracts with European football clubs, demonstrating global market value.\nD. By publicly aligning themselves with specific political parties and advocating for policy changes.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is B. Through community development projects and philanthropic endeavors alongside their sporting achievements..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Through consistent media appearances and endorsement deals with major Nigerian brands.", "Through community development projects and philanthropic endeavors alongside their sporting achievements.", "By securing lucrative contracts with European football clubs, demonstrating global market value.", "By publicly aligning themselves with specific political parties and advocating for policy changes." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nBeyond its function as a seat of government, Bogor Palace is deeply connected to which aspect of Indonesian heritage and social life?\n\nA. The preservation of Javanese horticultural traditions and *wayang* (shadow puppetry) performances.\nB. The celebration of Balinese dance and the upkeep of sacred temple complexes.\nC. The promotion of Sumatran textile arts and traditional Minangkabau architecture.\nD. The development of Papuan woodcarving and Melanesian seafaring practices.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. The preservation of Javanese horticultural traditions and *wayang* (shadow puppetry) performances..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "The preservation of Javanese horticultural traditions and *wayang* (shadow puppetry) performances.", "The celebration of Balinese dance and the upkeep of sacred temple complexes.", "The promotion of Sumatran textile arts and traditional Minangkabau architecture.", "The development of Papuan woodcarving and Melanesian seafaring practices." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nفي أي مدينة مصرية يقع هذا المسجد التاريخي؟\n\nA. الأقصر\nB. الإسكندرية\nC. القاهرة\nD. أسوان", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. الإسكندرية.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "الأقصر", "الإسكندرية", "القاهرة", "أسوان" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nمن هو الزعيم العربي الذي لعب دورًا رئيسيًا في حركة عدم الانحياز وساهم في تشكيل الاتحاد العربي؟\n\nA. حسني مبارك\nB. أنور السادات\nC. جمال عبد الناصر\nD. صدام حسين", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي C. جمال عبد الناصر.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "حسني مبارك", "أنور السادات", "جمال عبد الناصر", "صدام حسين" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nمن بين الشخصيات البارزة في السياسة الباكستانية، من اشتهرت بكونها أول امرأة تشغل منصب وزير الخارجية في البلاد؟\n(Among the prominent figures in Pakistani politics, who is known for being the first woman to hold the position of Foreign Minister in the country?)\n\nA. بينظير بوتو\nB. شهناز بوتو\nC. حنا رباني خار\nD. فخر النساء", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي C. حنا رباني خار.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "بينظير بوتو", "شهناز بوتو", "حنا رباني خار", "فخر النساء" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFollowing the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, what vision for Turkey did Mustafa Kemal Atatürk champion, fundamentally reshaping the nation's identity and institutions?\n\nA. A return to a decentralized, tribal system mirroring pre-Ottoman Anatolian governance.\nB. A pan-Islamic state uniting various Muslim communities under Turkish leadership.\nC. A continuation of the Ottoman caliphate with gradual reforms to maintain Islamic traditions.\nD. A secular, nationalistic republic focused on modernization and Westernization.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is D. A secular, nationalistic republic focused on modernization and Westernization..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A return to a decentralized, tribal system mirroring pre-Ottoman Anatolian governance.", "A pan-Islamic state uniting various Muslim communities under Turkish leadership.", "A continuation of the Ottoman caliphate with gradual reforms to maintain Islamic traditions.", "A secular, nationalistic republic focused on modernization and Westernization." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nيُعتبر هذا المبنى تحفة معمارية حديثة في إيران، وغالبًا ما يرتبط بذكرى شخصية قيادية بارزة. ما هي المناسبة الأساسية التي يخلدها هذا الصرح؟\n\nA. الاحتفاء بالإمام الخميني مؤسس الجمهورية الإسلامية الإيرانية\nB. إحياء ذكرى الشاعر والفيلسوف الفارسي الشهير حافظ الشيرازي\nC. تكريم الرئيس الإيراني الأسبق هاشمي رفسنجاني\nD. تخليد ذكرى محمد رضا شاه البهلوي آخر ملوك إيران", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. تكريم الرئيس الإيراني الأسبق هاشمي رفسنجاني. ضريح حيدر يغما هو في الواقع ضريح الرئيس الإيراني الأسبق علي أكبر هاشمي رفسنجاني، وليس حيدر علييف كما يوحي الاسم. بني هذا الصرح الفخم في مقبرة جنة السلام في طهران لتخليد ذكراه ودوره البارز في تاريخ إيران الحديث. The name \"Heidar\" in the mausoleum's name is a reference to Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's pen name, \"Heidar,\" and was chosen to associate Rafsanjani with the revolutionary leader.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "الاحتفاء بالإمام الخميني مؤسس الجمهورية الإسلامية الإيرانية", "إحياء ذكرى الشاعر والفيلسوف الفارسي الشهير حافظ الشيرازي", "تكريم الرئيس الإيراني الأسبق هاشمي رفسنجاني", "تخليد ذكرى محمد رضا شاه البهلوي آخر ملوك إيران" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nSituated on the island of Java, which Indonesian region is historically known for its connection to the Majapahit Kingdom and its significant role in early Indonesian history?\n\nA. Surabaya\nB. Mojokerto\nC. Malang\nD. Yogyakarta", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is B. Mojokerto.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Surabaya", "Mojokerto", "Malang", "Yogyakarta" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of these Turkish entertainers gained significant recognition for his roles in popular *diziler* (television series) like “Güneş Yanığı” and later successfully transitioned into a music career?\n\nA. Kenan İmirzalıoğlu\nB. Burak Özçivit\nC. Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ\nD. Keremcem", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Keremcem. Keremcem first became well-known for his acting in dramas, notably \"Güneş Yanığı,\" and then established a parallel career as a singer, releasing several albums and popular songs within Turkey.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Kenan İmirzalıoğlu", "Burak Özçivit", "Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ", "Keremcem" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nThroughout history, which of these Anatolian settlements has been particularly renowned for its pottery and earthenware traditions, often utilizing clay sourced from the nearby Kızılırmak (Red River)?\n\nA. Göreme\nB. Ortahisar\nC. Ürgüp\nD. Avanos", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Avanos", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Göreme", "Ortahisar", "Ürgüp", "Avanos" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nEnsuring the quality of *pitha*, *bhorta*, and other beloved Bangladeshi dishes requires oversight from which national body?\n\nA. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare\nB. Bangladesh Food Safety Authority\nC. Department of Agricultural Extension\nD. Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Bangladesh Food Safety Authority", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Ministry of Health and Family Welfare", "Bangladesh Food Safety Authority", "Department of Agricultural Extension", "Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nThe traditional livelihoods of many communities within this region have historically been shaped by its challenging terrain and climate; which of the following best describes a prominent aspect of this economic adaptation?\n\nA. Pastoral nomadism and tribal trade networks\nB. Large-scale wheat farming utilizing advanced irrigation\nC. Intensive date palm cultivation and oasis agriculture\nD. Maritime fishing and pearl diving along extensive coastlines", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Pastoral nomadism and tribal trade networks", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Pastoral nomadism and tribal trade networks", "Large-scale wheat farming utilizing advanced irrigation", "Intensive date palm cultivation and oasis agriculture", "Maritime fishing and pearl diving along extensive coastlines" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of the following is a public university located in the historic city of Luxor, known for its proximity to ancient Egyptian monuments?\n\nA. Cairo University\nB. Mansoura University\nC. Luxor University\nD. Alexandria University", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. Luxor University", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Cairo University", "Mansoura University", "Luxor University", "Alexandria University" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nKnown for its stunning coastal landscapes and emerging tourism, in which Indonesian province would one most likely find Central Mamuju?\n\nA. West Sulawesi\nB. Central Sulawesi\nC. East Sulawesi\nD. South Sulawesi", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is A. West Sulawesi.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "West Sulawesi", "Central Sulawesi", "East Sulawesi", "South Sulawesi" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFasa County is known for its traditional crafts and agricultural products. Considering the regional climate and historical trade routes of southern Iran, which of the following agricultural specialties is *most* closely associated with this area?\n\nA. Wheat and barley\nB. Citrus fruits and dates\nC. Rice and tea\nD. Saffron and pistachios", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Citrus fruits and dates", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Wheat and barley", "Citrus fruits and dates", "Rice and tea", "Saffron and pistachios" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nما هي العلاقات الثنائية التي تربط بين مصر ودولة عربية أخرى تقع في شمال إفريقيا؟\n\nA. العلاقات المصرية التونسية\nB. العلاقات المصرية المغربية\nC. العلاقات المصرية الليبية\nD. العلاقات المصرية الجزائرية", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. العلاقات المصرية المغربية", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "العلاقات المصرية التونسية", "العلاقات المصرية المغربية", "العلاقات المصرية الليبية", "العلاقات المصرية الجزائرية" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nReflecting Iran’s ongoing efforts to connect its regions, this infrastructure project primarily aims to boost economic ties and tourism within which broad geographical area of the country?\n\nA. The northern coastal plains and Caspian Sea region\nB. The southern deserts and Persian Gulf coast\nC. The western provinces and highlands\nD. The eastern mountainous regions and Khorasan plateau", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. The western provinces and highlands.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "The northern coastal plains and Caspian Sea region", "The southern deserts and Persian Gulf coast", "The western provinces and highlands", "The eastern mountainous regions and Khorasan plateau" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nإذا كنت تتحدث عن شخصية خدمت في البلاط العثماني، واشتهرت بدورها في تنظيم الحياة اليومية وإدارة الشؤون الداخلية، فمن المرجح أن تكون هذه الشخصية هي...؟\n(If you are talking about a figure who served in the Ottoman court, and was known for their role in organizing daily life and managing internal affairs, which figure is this most likely to be…?)\n\nA. إبراهيم باشا\nB. جعفر أغا\nC. عثمان أفندي\nD. مصطفى بك", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي B. جعفر أغا.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "إبراهيم باشا", "جعفر أغا", "عثمان أفندي", "مصطفى بك" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nIn which city can you explore the unique Supertree Grove, a blend of nature and technology?\n\nA. Kuala Lumpur\nB. Jakarta\nC. Bangkok\nD. Singapore", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Singapore. The Supertree Grove is located in Singapore, specifically in the Gardens by the Bay, showcasing a unique fusion of nature and technology in the heart of the city-state.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Kuala Lumpur", "Jakarta", "Bangkok", "Singapore" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nReflecting the opulent style of Ottoman architecture, this historical site is primarily associated with which imperial dynasty?\n\nA. Roman\nB. Byzantine\nC. Seljuk\nD. Ottoman", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Ottoman.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Roman", "Byzantine", "Seljuk", "Ottoman" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nأيّ من الفرق الرياضية التالية تحظى بشعبية جارفة وتعتبر من أبرز ممثلي إيران في المحافل الدولية؟\n\nA. منتخب إيران لكرة الطائرة للرجال\nB. منتخب إيران لكرة اليد للرجال\nC. منتخب إيران لكرة السلة للرجال\nD. منتخب إيران لكرة القدم للرجال", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. منتخب إيران لكرة الطائرة للرجال.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "منتخب إيران لكرة الطائرة للرجال", "منتخب إيران لكرة اليد للرجال", "منتخب إيران لكرة السلة للرجال", "منتخب إيران لكرة القدم للرجال" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the landscape of Iranian political and religious figures, which of the following best describes the general role someone like the individual pictured would likely have held?\n\nA. A prominent businessman with close ties to international trade negotiations.\nB. A military general specializing in border security and defense.\nC. A member of the clergy involved in both religious guidance and political administration.\nD. A celebrated artist known for traditional Persian miniature painting.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. A member of the clergy involved in both religious guidance and political administration..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A prominent businessman with close ties to international trade negotiations.", "A military general specializing in border security and defense.", "A member of the clergy involved in both religious guidance and political administration.", "A celebrated artist known for traditional Persian miniature painting." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFollowing the events of September 11th, 2001, which of the following geopolitical concepts gained prominence in Western strategic discussions, often encompassing Pakistan within its broadly defined scope?\n\nA. The Heartland\nB. The Rimland\nC. The Asian Pivot\nD. The Greater Middle East", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. The Greater Middle East. The “Greater Middle East” was a term popularized in the early 2000s by the US government to describe a region extending beyond the traditional Middle East, including Pakistan, as a focus for political and economic transformation efforts in the wake of 9/11 and the War on Terror. This framing reflected a shift in strategic thinking regarding regional security and stability. The other options represent distinct, though sometimes overlapping, geopolitical theories or strategies with different historical origins and focal points.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "The Heartland", "The Rimland", "The Asian Pivot", "The Greater Middle East" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of the following bodies of water is known for its brackish nature and historical significance in northern Egypt?\n\nA. Lake Timsah\nB. Lake Qarun\nC. Lake Mariout\nD. Lake Nasser", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. Lake Mariout. Lake Mariout is a brackish lake in northern Egypt, known for its historical importance and ecological significance.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Lake Timsah", "Lake Qarun", "Lake Mariout", "Lake Nasser" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nأيّ من هذه المشاريع يُعتبر تجسيدًا لرؤية المملكة العربية السعودية في خدمة الحرمين الشريفين وتسهيل أداء مناسك الحج والعمرة؟\n\nA. مشروع تطوير وسط جدة التاريخي\nB. التوسعة السعودية الثانية للمسجد الحرام\nC. مشروع تطوير منطقة جبل عمر\nD. مشروع طريق الملك عبد العزيز", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي B. التوسعة السعودية الثانية للمسجد الحرام.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "مشروع تطوير وسط جدة التاريخي", "التوسعة السعودية الثانية للمسجد الحرام", "مشروع تطوير منطقة جبل عمر", "مشروع طريق الملك عبد العزيز" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nمن هو الشخصية المعروفة التي تُظهرها هذه الصورة؟\n\nA. محمد رمضان\nB. آدم أصيل\nC. تامر حسني\nD. عمرو دياب", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. آدم أصيل", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "محمد رمضان", "آدم أصيل", "تامر حسني", "عمرو دياب" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nA student interested in pursuing engineering with strong ties to Malaysia’s oil and gas industry would likely find which institution most suitable?\n\nA. Universiti Malaya\nB. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia\nC. Universiti Teknologi Petronas\nD. Universiti Sains Malaysia", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. Universiti Teknologi Petronas.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Universiti Malaya", "Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia", "Universiti Teknologi Petronas", "Universiti Sains Malaysia" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nThroughout many regions of Indonesia, public squares often serve as more than just open spaces; what role traditionally accompanies this function, particularly during evenings and weekends?\n\nA. A quiet space for individual reflection and religious contemplation.\nB. A marketplace primarily focused on the trade of agricultural goods.\nC. A central gathering place for community events and social interaction.\nD. A designated area for formal government ceremonies and parades.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. A central gathering place for community events and social interaction.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A quiet space for individual reflection and religious contemplation.", "A marketplace primarily focused on the trade of agricultural goods.", "A central gathering place for community events and social interaction.", "A designated area for formal government ceremonies and parades." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFor commuters navigating the Asian side of Istanbul, which of these stations serves as a key interchange point along a major metro line, known for its proximity to a bustling commercial district?\n\nA. Kadıköy\nB. Bahariye\nC. Üsküdar\nD. Bostancı", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Bahariye", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Kadıköy", "Bahariye", "Üsküdar", "Bostancı" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nAloysius Sudarso is a figure highly regarded in Indonesian Catholicism for his work during a period of significant national transition. Which of the following best describes the primary context of his ministry and eventual recognition?\n\nA. Providing spiritual support and advocacy amidst the Indonesian National Revolution and its aftermath.\nB. Championing social justice initiatives focused on economic equality for Chinese-Indonesians in the 1960s.\nC. Leading efforts to establish Catholic schools and universities throughout Java in the early 20th century.\nD. Facilitating dialogue between Catholic and traditional Javanese spiritual practices in the post-colonial era.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is A. Providing spiritual support and advocacy amidst the Indonesian National Revolution and its aftermath..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Providing spiritual support and advocacy amidst the Indonesian National Revolution and its aftermath.", "Championing social justice initiatives focused on economic equality for Chinese-Indonesians in the 1960s.", "Leading efforts to establish Catholic schools and universities throughout Java in the early 20th century.", "Facilitating dialogue between Catholic and traditional Javanese spiritual practices in the post-colonial era." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the landscape of Iranian political reform movements, with which general ideological tendency would Mostafa Hashemitaba most likely be associated?\n\nA. Hardline conservative, prioritizing strict adherence to revolutionary principles.\nB. Radical leftist, calling for fundamental systemic change beyond the existing framework.\nC. Moderate conservative, advocating for pragmatic improvements within the Islamic Republic.\nD. Nationalist-populist, emphasizing Iranian sovereignty and economic independence above all else.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. Moderate conservative, advocating for pragmatic improvements within the Islamic Republic..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Hardline conservative, prioritizing strict adherence to revolutionary principles.", "Radical leftist, calling for fundamental systemic change beyond the existing framework.", "Moderate conservative, advocating for pragmatic improvements within the Islamic Republic.", "Nationalist-populist, emphasizing Iranian sovereignty and economic independence above all else." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nTraveling through the fertile plains of western Turkey, one might encounter a historic station serving a region known for its figs and olive groves. Which province is most closely associated with this railway stop?\n\nA. İzmir\nB. Denizli\nC. Aydın\nD. Muğla", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. Aydın. Atça railway station is located in the Sultanhisar district of Aydın Province. Aydın is renowned for its agricultural production, particularly figs and olives, and historically benefited from rail transport for getting these products to market, making it a central feature of the region’s economy and landscape.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "İzmir", "Denizli", "Aydın", "Muğla" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nReflecting the nation’s diverse history and philosophies, what does the preservation of structures like the one pictured primarily aim to uphold in Indonesia?\n\nA. An emphasis on modernizing infrastructure and urban landscapes.\nB. A showcase of architectural trends adopted from colonial powers.\nC. A connection to ancestral wisdom and national identity.\nD. A celebration of purely religious iconography and practices.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. A connection to ancestral wisdom and national identity..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "An emphasis on modernizing infrastructure and urban landscapes.", "A showcase of architectural trends adopted from colonial powers.", "A connection to ancestral wisdom and national identity.", "A celebration of purely religious iconography and practices." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nReflecting centuries of strategic importance in the Alborz mountain range, a structure like the one pictured would have most likely served what primary function in historical Persia?\n\nA. A bustling trade hub connecting northern and southern routes.\nB. A defensive fortification against invading forces and a local power center.\nC. A luxurious palace for seasonal retreats of the ruling elite.\nD. A religious sanctuary for Zoroastrian practices and ceremonies.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. A defensive fortification against invading forces and a local power center.. Pulad Castle, like many fortifications in northern Iran, was strategically built to control passes and defend against incursions from groups like the Daylamites and later, Turkic tribes. These castles were often held by local dynasts, demonstrating regional power and providing refuge for the surrounding population. The rugged terrain of the region necessitated strong defensive structures.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A bustling trade hub connecting northern and southern routes.", "A defensive fortification against invading forces and a local power center.", "A luxurious palace for seasonal retreats of the ruling elite.", "A religious sanctuary for Zoroastrian practices and ceremonies." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of the following best describes the primary focus of the individual pictured?\n\nA. Exploring and documenting the rich traditions of Turkish cuisine.\nB. Promoting contemporary art and design within Istanbul’s galleries.\nC. Chronicling the history of Ottoman architecture and its influences.\nD. Analyzing the economic impact of agricultural reforms in Turkey.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Exploring and documenting the rich traditions of Turkish cuisine..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Exploring and documenting the rich traditions of Turkish cuisine.", "Promoting contemporary art and design within Istanbul’s galleries.", "Chronicling the history of Ottoman architecture and its influences.", "Analyzing the economic impact of agricultural reforms in Turkey." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nBadin District is known within Sindh province for its significant contribution to the agricultural production of which key crop, often forming a cornerstone of local livelihoods?\n\nA. Cotton\nB. Wheat\nC. Sugarcane\nD. Rice", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. Sugarcane.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Cotton", "Wheat", "Sugarcane", "Rice" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nأيُّ من هذه التعبيرات يُعتبر رمزًا للوحدة الوطنية والفخر في جمهورية إندونيسيا؟\n(Which of these expressions is considered a symbol of national unity and pride in the Republic of Indonesia?)\n\nA. باتيك\n(Batik - traditional Indonesian wax-resist dyeing technique)\nB. إندونيسيا العظيمة\n(Indonesia Raya - The Great Indonesia)\nC. سامبايا\n(Sambahaya - a traditional dance from West Java)\nD. بهار لامبو\n(Bahar Lambo - a popular traditional song)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. إندونيسيا العظيمة\n(Indonesia Raya - The Great Indonesia)", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "باتيك\n(Batik - traditional Indonesian wax-resist dyeing technique)", "إندونيسيا العظيمة\n(Indonesia Raya - The Great Indonesia)", "سامبايا\n(Sambahaya - a traditional dance from West Java)", "بهار لامبو\n(Bahar Lambo - a popular traditional song)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFor students in western Bangladesh seeking accessible higher education, which type of institution does the image most likely represent?\n\nA. A university offering exclusively postgraduate programs\nB. A privately-funded madrasah specializing in Islamic studies\nC. A technical training institute focused on agricultural skills\nD. A government-run degree college", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is D. A government-run degree college.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A university offering exclusively postgraduate programs", "A privately-funded madrasah specializing in Islamic studies", "A technical training institute focused on agricultural skills", "A government-run degree college" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nErtuğrul Günay is a figure best known for his involvement in which sphere of Turkish public life?\n\nA. Scientific research and technological innovation\nB. Political administration and cultural heritage\nC. Military leadership and national security\nD. Economic development and financial regulation", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Political administration and cultural heritage", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Scientific research and technological innovation", "Political administration and cultural heritage", "Military leadership and national security", "Economic development and financial regulation" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nNajaf Daryabandari’s work most closely aligns with a tradition of intellectual and artistic pursuits that historically flourished under which of the following cultural influences in Iran?\n\nA. Adab literature and Persianate courtly traditions\nB. Sufi mystical poetry and devotional practices\nC. Modernist literary movements emphasizing social realism\nD. Epic storytelling and national mythological cycles", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Adab literature and Persianate courtly traditions. Najaf Daryabandari is known for his elegant prose and focus on ethical and philosophical themes, deeply rooted in the *adab* tradition – a classical Persian literary style emphasizing refinement, eloquence, and moral instruction often associated with courtly culture. This tradition valued literary skill alongside ethical considerations, a hallmark of Daryabandari's writing, distinguishing it from more overtly religious or socially focused movements.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Adab literature and Persianate courtly traditions", "Sufi mystical poetry and devotional practices", "Modernist literary movements emphasizing social realism", "Epic storytelling and national mythological cycles" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nThe Kanchey Bridge is a significant infrastructure project within which nation’s developing transportation network?\n\nA. India\nB. Iran\nC. Pakistan\nD. Afghanistan", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. Pakistan.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "India", "Iran", "Pakistan", "Afghanistan" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nIsfahan, a city renowned for its historical architecture and artistic heritage, holds a unique testament to the long-standing presence of which community within Iran?\n\nA. The Persian Jewish community\nB. The Arab community\nC. The Armenian community\nD. The Kurdish community", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. The Armenian community.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "The Persian Jewish community", "The Arab community", "The Armenian community", "The Kurdish community" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFor travelers seeking a respite from Istanbul, and a taste of the natural beauty of the Sakarya province, which of the following transport hubs might serve as a convenient starting point for exploring the region?\n\nA. İzmir Basmane station\nB. Sapanca railway station\nC. Konya railway station\nD. Ankara central station", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Sapanca railway station", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "İzmir Basmane station", "Sapanca railway station", "Konya railway station", "Ankara central station" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nمن هو اللاعب المصري المشهور الذي حقق نجاحات كبيرة في رياضة الإسكواش؟\n\nA. كريم درويش\nB. هشام عاشور\nC. رامي عاشور\nD. عمرو شعبان", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. كريم درويش.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "كريم درويش", "هشام عاشور", "رامي عاشور", "عمرو شعبان" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFauzia Ilyas is a highly respected figure known for her contributions to which field within Pakistani society?\n\nA. Classical Pakistani dance performance\nB. Traditional Pakistani textile design and weaving\nC. Contemporary Pakistani painting and sculpture\nD. Literary criticism and Urdu poetry", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Literary criticism and Urdu poetry.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Classical Pakistani dance performance", "Traditional Pakistani textile design and weaving", "Contemporary Pakistani painting and sculpture", "Literary criticism and Urdu poetry" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nما هو الحدث السينمائي السنوي الذي يقام في مدينة الجونة على البحر الأحمر؟\n\nA. مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي\nB. مهرجان الجونة السينمائي\nC. مهرجان الإسكندرية السينمائي\nD. مهرجان أسوان للسينما الأفريقية", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي B. مهرجان الجونة السينمائي.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي", "مهرجان الجونة السينمائي", "مهرجان الإسكندرية السينمائي", "مهرجان أسوان للسينما الأفريقية" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nما هي القضية التي أثارت جدلاً واسعاً في تركيا وأصبحت رمزاً للمطالبة بالعدالة في السنوات الأخيرة؟**\n**(What issue sparked widespread controversy in Turkey and became a symbol of demands for justice in recent years?)**\n\nA. أحداث ميدان تقسيم\n(The Gezi Park protests)\nB. محاولة الانقلاب عام 2016\n(The 2016 coup attempt)\nC. وفاة بيركين إلفان\n(Berkin Elvan's death)\nD. أزمة اللاجئين السوريين\n(The Syrian refugee crisis)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي C. وفاة بيركين إلفان\n(Berkin Elvan's death).", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "أحداث ميدان تقسيم\n(The Gezi Park protests)", "محاولة الانقلاب عام 2016\n(The 2016 coup attempt)", "وفاة بيركين إلفان\n(Berkin Elvan's death)", "أزمة اللاجئين السوريين\n(The Syrian refugee crisis)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nMurtala Muhammed is widely remembered in Nigeria for his decisive actions as Head of State – actions that significantly altered the nation’s trajectory. Which of the following best encapsulates the primary focus of his brief but impactful administration?\n\nA. Prioritizing large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly in the petroleum-rich Niger Delta region.\nB. Initiating a swift and public transition to civilian rule and implementing austerity measures.\nC. Implementing socialist economic policies and nationalizing key industries across the country.\nD. Focusing on expanding Nigeria’s regional military alliances and bolstering its international diplomatic presence.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Initiating a swift and public transition to civilian rule and implementing austerity measures..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Prioritizing large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly in the petroleum-rich Niger Delta region.", "Initiating a swift and public transition to civilian rule and implementing austerity measures.", "Implementing socialist economic policies and nationalizing key industries across the country.", "Focusing on expanding Nigeria’s regional military alliances and bolstering its international diplomatic presence." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nتشتهر هذه المنطقة في نيجيريا بحيويتها الاقتصادية والثقافية، وتعتبر مركزًا رئيسيًا للتجارة والفنون. أي من الخيارات التالية يصف بشكل أفضل هذه المنطقة؟\n\nA. ولاية كانو\nB. ولاية لاغوس\nC. ولاية ريفرز\nD. ولاية كادونا", "role": "user" }, { "content": "الإجابة هي B. ولاية لاغوس.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "ولاية كانو", "ولاية لاغوس", "ولاية ريفرز", "ولاية كادونا" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of these Malaysian personalities is well-known for roles in both comedic and dramatic television series, often portraying relatable everyday characters?\n\nA. Kris Law\nB. Syafiq Kyle\nC. Awie\nD. Fattah Amin", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is A. Kris Law.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Kris Law", "Syafiq Kyle", "Awie", "Fattah Amin" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nغالبًا ما يُذكر اسم روح الأمين حوالادار في سياق أي من المجالات التالية في المجتمعات البنغلاديشية المسلمة؟\n(Ghāliban mā yudhkar ismu Ruh al-Amin Hawladar fi siyāqi ayyi min al-majālāt at-tāliyah fi al-mujtama'āt al-banglādishiyyah al-muslimah?)\n(In which of the following areas is the name Ruh al-Amin Hawladar most often mentioned within Bangladeshi Muslim communities?)\n\nA. تطوير المناهج التعليمية في المدارس الدينية. (Taṭwīr al-manāhij at-ta’līmiyyah fi al-madāris ad-dīniyyah – Developing educational curricula in religious schools)\nB. تنظيم الحج والعمرة للمسلمين. (Tanẓīm al-ḥajj wal-‘umrah lil-muslimīn – Organizing Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages for Muslims)\nC. تفسير القرآن الكريم والحديث الشريف. (Tafsīr al-Qur’ān al-karīm wal-ḥadīth ash-sharīf – Interpretation of the Holy Quran and Hadith)\nD. الفنون التقليدية والموسيقى الدينية. (Al-funūn at-taqlīdiyyah wal-mūsīqā ad-dīniyyah – Traditional arts and religious music)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. تفسير القرآن الكريم والحديث الشريف. (Tafsīr al-Qur’ān al-karīm wal-ḥadīth ash-sharīf – Interpretation of the Holy Quran and Hadith). Ruh al-Amin Hawladar is a prominent Islamic scholar in Bangladesh, known for his extensive lectures and writings on Quranic exegesis and Hadith.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "تطوير المناهج التعليمية في المدارس الدينية. (Taṭwīr al-manāhij at-ta’līmiyyah fi al-madāris ad-dīniyyah – Developing educational curricula in religious schools)", "تنظيم الحج والعمرة للمسلمين. (Tanẓīm al-ḥajj wal-‘umrah lil-muslimīn – Organizing Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages for Muslims)", "تفسير القرآن الكريم والحديث الشريف. (Tafsīr al-Qur’ān al-karīm wal-ḥadīth ash-sharīf – Interpretation of the Holy Quran and Hadith)", "الفنون التقليدية والموسيقى الدينية. (Al-funūn at-taqlīdiyyah wal-mūsīqā ad-dīniyyah – Traditional arts and religious music)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nThroughout Iranian history, which geographical feature has often been symbolically linked to notions of strength, resistance, and the safeguarding of culture, appearing frequently in Persian poetry and folklore?\n\nA. The Zagros Mountains\nB. The Caspian Sea coastal plain\nC. The Alborz Mountains\nD. The Dasht-e Kavir Desert", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. The Alborz Mountains.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "The Zagros Mountains", "The Caspian Sea coastal plain", "The Alborz Mountains", "The Dasht-e Kavir Desert" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich institution in Singapore is known for its strong focus on practical and industry-relevant education?\n\nA. Singapore Polytechnic\nB. Republic Polytechnic\nC. National University of Singapore\nD. Nanyang Technological University", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is A. Singapore Polytechnic.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Singapore Polytechnic", "Republic Polytechnic", "National University of Singapore", "Nanyang Technological University" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nما هي الرياضة التي يشتهر بها الشخص المذكور في هذه الصورة في تركيا؟\n(What sport is the person pictured known for in Turkey?)\n\nA. كرة القدم\n(Football/Soccer)\nB. ألعاب القوى\n(Athletics/Track and Field)\nC. الكرة الطائرة\n(Volleyball)\nD. كرة السلة\n(Basketball)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. كرة القدم\n(Football/Soccer). أوغوزخان بربر هو لاعب كرة قدم محترف يلعب في تركيا، ويحظى بشعبية كبيرة بين محبي هذه الرياضة. (Oguzhan Berber is a professional football player who plays in Turkey and is very popular among fans of the sport.) Football is by far the most popular sport in Turkey, with a passionate fanbase and a strong professional league (Süper Lig).", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "كرة القدم\n(Football/Soccer)", "ألعاب القوى\n(Athletics/Track and Field)", "الكرة الطائرة\n(Volleyball)", "كرة السلة\n(Basketball)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nDuring a period of significant political transition in Indonesia, Eddy Sabara was notably associated with which key aspect of the nation’s governance?\n\nA. Leading diplomatic efforts to foster closer ties with neighboring Southeast Asian nations.\nB. Championing policies aimed at nationalizing key industries post-independence.\nC. Pioneering economic reforms focused on agricultural modernization.\nD. Strengthening the legal framework and advocating for judicial independence.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Strengthening the legal framework and advocating for judicial independence.. Eddy Sabara was a highly respected legal scholar and politician who served as Indonesia’s Minister of Justice and Attorney General. He was instrumental in establishing a strong, independent judiciary during a crucial period of nation-building and legal development following Indonesia’s independence, focusing on rule of law and institutional integrity.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Leading diplomatic efforts to foster closer ties with neighboring Southeast Asian nations.", "Championing policies aimed at nationalizing key industries post-independence.", "Pioneering economic reforms focused on agricultural modernization.", "Strengthening the legal framework and advocating for judicial independence." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nمن هو السياسي المصري المعروف الذي لعب دورًا مهمًا في الحياة السياسية خلال القرن العشرين؟\n\nA. مكرم عبيد\nB. أنور السادات\nC. جمال عبد الناصر\nD. حسني مبارك", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. مكرم عبيد", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "مكرم عبيد", "أنور السادات", "جمال عبد الناصر", "حسني مبارك" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\n“Joyland” garnered international attention for its nuanced portrayal of societal norms and personal desires. Within which South Asian nation did this critically acclaimed film originate, sparking important conversations about identity and expression?\n\nA. Bangladesh\nB. India\nC. Pakistan\nD. Sri Lanka", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. Pakistan.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Bangladesh", "India", "Pakistan", "Sri Lanka" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich Southeast Asian city-state is home to the Katong Shopping Centre?\n\nA. Manila\nB. Jakarta\nC. Singapore\nD. Kuala Lumpur", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. Singapore.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Manila", "Jakarta", "Singapore", "Kuala Lumpur" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nمن هو الشخص المعروف بكونه راهبًا مصريًا في التاريخ الديني؟\n\nA. برسانوف\nB. القديس ماركوس\nC. الأنبا أنطونيوس\nD. الأنبا بيشوي", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. برسانوف.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "برسانوف", "القديس ماركوس", "الأنبا أنطونيوس", "الأنبا بيشوي" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nAbdullah Gül’s presidency is often remembered as a period significantly focused on which key political endeavor for Turkey?\n\nA. Overseeing the constitutional referendum of 2017\nB. Implementing widespread economic reforms following the 2008 financial crisis\nC. Strengthening military ties with Russia and China\nD. Initiating accession talks with the European Union", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Initiating accession talks with the European Union", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Overseeing the constitutional referendum of 2017", "Implementing widespread economic reforms following the 2008 financial crisis", "Strengthening military ties with Russia and China", "Initiating accession talks with the European Union" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nIn Sabah, Malaysia, churches often serve as important community hubs beyond religious practice. Considering this, which of the following activities might one *most* likely encounter taking place at or near Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Binaung Baru?\n\nA. A large-scale business convention catering to international trade.\nB. A government-organized public health awareness campaign focused on urban sanitation.\nC. A local harvest festival celebration with traditional Kadazan-Dusun music and dance.\nD. A regional esports tournament attracting gamers from across Borneo.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. A local harvest festival celebration with traditional Kadazan-Dusun music and dance..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A large-scale business convention catering to international trade.", "A government-organized public health awareness campaign focused on urban sanitation.", "A local harvest festival celebration with traditional Kadazan-Dusun music and dance.", "A regional esports tournament attracting gamers from across Borneo." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nإذا رأيت لوحة فنية تتميز بضربات فرشاة جريئة وتعابير عاطفية قوية، وغالبًا ما تصور شخصيات ذات ملامح مشوهة أو حالمة، فمن المرجح أن يكون الفنان وراءها هو:\n(If you saw an artwork characterized by bold brushstrokes and strong emotional expressions, often depicting figures with distorted or dreamy features, the artist behind it is most likely:)\n\nA. أوسكار كوكوشكا\nB. بابلو بيكاسو\nC. سلفادور دالي\nD. فنسنت فان جوخ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. أوسكار كوكوشكا.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "أوسكار كوكوشكا", "بابلو بيكاسو", "سلفادور دالي", "فنسنت فان جوخ" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nThis gathering likely reflects a growing trend in Bangladesh towards which of the following?\n\nA. Increased digital literacy and collaborative knowledge creation.\nB. Expansion of formal education within madrasah systems.\nC. A renewed focus on traditional manuscript preservation techniques.\nD. Government-sponsored heritage tourism initiatives.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Increased digital literacy and collaborative knowledge creation.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Increased digital literacy and collaborative knowledge creation.", "Expansion of formal education within madrasah systems.", "A renewed focus on traditional manuscript preservation techniques.", "Government-sponsored heritage tourism initiatives." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the growing emphasis on accessible education in Indonesia, which of the following best reflects the likely focus of an organization like the one pictured?\n\nA. Facilitating vocational training programs specifically geared towards agricultural development in rural areas.\nB. Providing comprehensive educational resources and pathways for students aspiring to study abroad.\nC. Offering scholarships exclusively for students pursuing degrees in traditional Indonesian arts and culture.\nD. Developing curriculum focused on strengthening nationalistic ideology within the public school system.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Providing comprehensive educational resources and pathways for students aspiring to study abroad..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Facilitating vocational training programs specifically geared towards agricultural development in rural areas.", "Providing comprehensive educational resources and pathways for students aspiring to study abroad.", "Offering scholarships exclusively for students pursuing degrees in traditional Indonesian arts and culture.", "Developing curriculum focused on strengthening nationalistic ideology within the public school system." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nغالبًا ما تشتهر القرى الإيرانية بـ... ما الذي قد تجده في مكان مثل سوها؟\n(Villages in Iran are often known for… What might you find in a place like Soha?)\n\nA. الجامعات المرموقة والمؤسسات التعليمية الحديثة\n(Prestigious universities and modern educational institutions)\nB. الحرف اليدوية التقليدية والهدوء الطبيعي\n(Traditional handicrafts and natural tranquility)\nC. المراكز الصناعية الكبرى والإنتاج الميكانيكي\n(Large industrial centers and mechanical production)\nD. الأسواق الحديثة والتطور العمراني السريع\n(Modern markets and rapid urban development)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. الحرف اليدوية التقليدية والهدوء الطبيعي\n(Traditional handicrafts and natural tranquility).", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "الجامعات المرموقة والمؤسسات التعليمية الحديثة\n(Prestigious universities and modern educational institutions)", "الحرف اليدوية التقليدية والهدوء الطبيعي\n(Traditional handicrafts and natural tranquility)", "المراكز الصناعية الكبرى والإنتاج الميكانيكي\n(Large industrial centers and mechanical production)", "الأسواق الحديثة والتطور العمراني السريع\n(Modern markets and rapid urban development)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the landscape of Nigerian entrepreneurship, which of the following roles would someone like Adamu Usman Guanki most likely fulfill within a business context?\n\nA. A prominent figure in facilitating trade and investment opportunities.\nB. A government official regulating import/export tariffs and procedures.\nC. A renowned artist specializing in traditional Nigerian crafts for export.\nD. A leading academic researching economic policy within the country.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. A prominent figure in facilitating trade and investment opportunities.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A prominent figure in facilitating trade and investment opportunities.", "A government official regulating import/export tariffs and procedures.", "A renowned artist specializing in traditional Nigerian crafts for export.", "A leading academic researching economic policy within the country." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nFor travellers in Johor, which of these routes would likely connect agricultural areas known for palm oil plantations with smaller towns and local markets?\n\nA. Jalan Kota Tinggi-Mersing\nB. Jalan Sungai Terap-Simpang Jeram\nC. Jalan Skudai-Pontian\nD. Jalan Johor Bahru-Ayer Hitam", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. Jalan Sungai Terap-Simpang Jeram. Jalan Sungai Terap-Simpang Jeram is a secondary road in Johor, Malaysia, that traverses a region characterized by palm oil estates and connects smaller settlements—a common feature of rural Malaysian road networks facilitating the transport of agricultural goods to local markets. Roads in this region are vital for the local economy and daily life, differing from the main highways focused on larger city connections.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Jalan Kota Tinggi-Mersing", "Jalan Sungai Terap-Simpang Jeram", "Jalan Skudai-Pontian", "Jalan Johor Bahru-Ayer Hitam" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWithin the Sufi tradition of Pakistan, to what role is the individual pictured most closely associated?\n\nA. *Mufti* specializing in Hanafi jurisprudence\nB. *Sajjada Nashin* of Nerian Sharif\nC. *Naib Imam* at the Faisal Mosque\nD. *Khatib* of a prominent Lahore mosque", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is B. *Sajjada Nashin* of Nerian Sharif.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "*Mufti* specializing in Hanafi jurisprudence", "*Sajjada Nashin* of Nerian Sharif", "*Naib Imam* at the Faisal Mosque", "*Khatib* of a prominent Lahore mosque" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nيُعتبر هذا الصرح المعماري أيقونةً فنيةً في مدينة إسطنبول، فما الذي يُميزه بشكل خاص عن غيره من المساجد العثمانية؟\n(This architectural marvel is an artistic icon in the city of Istanbul, what particularly distinguishes it from other Ottoman mosques?)\n\nA. استخدامه المبتكر للقباب الصغيرة والمنارات المتعددة في هيكله العام.\n(Its innovative use of small domes and multiple minarets in its overall structure.)\nB. تصميمه الذي يجمع بين العظمة والبساطة، ورؤية المهندس المعماري سنان باشا.\n(Its design that combines grandeur and simplicity, and the vision of architect Sinan Pasha.)\nC. موقعه المتميز على مضيق البوسفور وإطلالته الخلابة على البحر.\n(Its distinguished location on the Bosphorus Strait and its breathtaking sea view.)\nD. زخارفه الداخلية الغنية بالذهب والفسيفساء التي تعكس التأثيرات البيزنطية.\n(Its richly gilded and mosaic interior decorations that reflect Byzantine influences.)", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. تصميمه الذي يجمع بين العظمة والبساطة، ورؤية المهندس المعماري سنان باشا.\n(Its design that combines grandeur and simplicity, and the vision of architect Sinan Pasha.)", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "استخدامه المبتكر للقباب الصغيرة والمنارات المتعددة في هيكله العام.\n(Its innovative use of small domes and multiple minarets in its overall structure.)", "تصميمه الذي يجمع بين العظمة والبساطة، ورؤية المهندس المعماري سنان باشا.\n(Its design that combines grandeur and simplicity, and the vision of architect Sinan Pasha.)", "موقعه المتميز على مضيق البوسفور وإطلالته الخلابة على البحر.\n(Its distinguished location on the Bosphorus Strait and its breathtaking sea view.)", "زخارفه الداخلية الغنية بالذهب والفسيفساء التي تعكس التأثيرات البيزنطية.\n(Its richly gilded and mosaic interior decorations that reflect Byzantine influences.)" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering historical shifts in West Asian political alignments, which of the following best characterizes the typical nature of Denmark’s modern engagement with Iran?\n\nA. Pragmatic diplomacy focused on trade and regional stability.\nB. Strong military alliance centered on counter-terrorism efforts.\nC. Extensive cultural exchange programs promoting artistic collaboration.\nD. Consistent public advocacy for internal political reforms within Iran.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. Pragmatic diplomacy focused on trade and regional stability.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Pragmatic diplomacy focused on trade and regional stability.", "Strong military alliance centered on counter-terrorism efforts.", "Extensive cultural exchange programs promoting artistic collaboration.", "Consistent public advocacy for internal political reforms within Iran." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nغالبًا ما تُعرف القرى الإيرانية بأسلوب حياة تقليدي و طبيعة خلابة. أي من هذه المناطق قد تجسد هذه الصفات بشكل أفضل؟\n(Villages in Iran are often known for their traditional lifestyle and stunning nature. Which of these areas would best embody these qualities?)\n\nA. طهران\nB. شيراز\nC. خراشاد\nD. الأحواز", "role": "user" }, { "content": "C. خراشاد", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "طهران", "شيراز", "خراشاد", "الأحواز" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nمن هي الممثلة المصرية المعروفة التي اشتهرت بدورها في مسلسل \"في كل أسبوع يوم جمعة\"؟\n\nA. ياسمين صبري\nB. منة شلبي\nC. نيللي كريم\nD. شيماء سيف", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. شيماء سيف.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "ياسمين صبري", "منة شلبي", "نيللي كريم", "شيماء سيف" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nA Turkish cook, wanting to highlight the freshest seasonal produce, would be most likely to prepare which of the following dishes in late spring?\n\nA. İskender kebabı\nB. Mantı\nC. Mercimek çorbası\nD. Kabak kalye", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Kabak kalye", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "İskender kebabı", "Mantı", "Mercimek çorbası", "Kabak kalye" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nعند التخطيط لرحلة جوية إلى منطقة الأناضول الشرقية في تركيا، أي من هذه المطارات قد يكون نقطة الوصول الأقرب إلى مدينة أرزنجان؟\n\nA. مطار أرزنجان\nB. مطار ملطية\nC. مطار قيصري\nD. مطار أرضروم", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. مطار أرزنجان", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "مطار أرزنجان", "مطار ملطية", "مطار قيصري", "مطار أرضروم" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the emphasis on blending traditional aesthetics with contemporary design often seen in Iranian architecture, which of the following best reflects the likely professional focus of Hossein Kohkan?\n\nA. Large-scale industrial complexes prioritizing functionality and cost-effectiveness.\nB. The design of modern, internationally-styled commercial skyscrapers.\nC. Restorations of ancient European architectural styles within Iran.\nD. Innovative residential and cultural spaces rooted in Persian architectural principles.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Innovative residential and cultural spaces rooted in Persian architectural principles.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Large-scale industrial complexes prioritizing functionality and cost-effectiveness.", "The design of modern, internationally-styled commercial skyscrapers.", "Restorations of ancient European architectural styles within Iran.", "Innovative residential and cultural spaces rooted in Persian architectural principles." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nThe tragic event depicted in the image occurred during a commemoration that highlights which aspect of Iranian national identity?\n\nA. Ancient Persia’s imperial military traditions\nB. The Islamic Revolution’s overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty\nC. The Constitutional Revolution’s fight for parliamentary rule\nD. The Iran-Iraq War’s defense of national sovereignty", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is D. The Iran-Iraq War’s defense of national sovereignty.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Ancient Persia’s imperial military traditions", "The Islamic Revolution’s overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty", "The Constitutional Revolution’s fight for parliamentary rule", "The Iran-Iraq War’s defense of national sovereignty" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich organization is dedicated to humanitarian efforts and youth engagement in Singapore?\n\nA. Singapore Volunteer Corps\nB. Singapore National Olympic Council\nC. Singapore Red Cross Youth\nD. Singapore Scouts Association", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is C. Singapore Red Cross Youth.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Singapore Volunteer Corps", "Singapore National Olympic Council", "Singapore Red Cross Youth", "Singapore Scouts Association" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nتشتهر المنطقة المصورة بتاريخها الغني كمفترق طرق للحضارات، وبتنوعها الزراعي. أي من هذه المناطق التركية قد تكون هي المنطقة الموضحة؟\n(The pictured region is known for its rich history as a crossroads of civilizations and its agricultural diversity. Which of these Turkish regions might be the region shown?)\n\nA. قيليقية\nB. بحر إيجه\nC. كابادوكيا\nD. الأناضول الشرقية", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A. قيليقية. قيليقية (Cilicia) تقع في محافظة أضنة جنوب تركيا، وكانت تاريخياً منطقة مهمة تربط بين الشرق والغرب، وتشتهر بخصوبة أراضيها الزراعية، خاصةً الحمضيات.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "قيليقية", "بحر إيجه", "كابادوكيا", "الأناضول الشرقية" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering the landscape of Iranian political figures, which of the following best reflects the general role someone like the individual pictured would likely play within the governmental structure?\n\nA. , focused on national security.\nC) A leading religious scholar (Marja’), offering guidance on Sharia law and societal ethics.\nB. A member of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis), contributing to legislative processes.\nC. A provincial governor (Ostāndār), responsible for regional administration and development.\nD. A high-ranking commander within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRG", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. A member of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis), contributing to legislative processes.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ ", focused on national security.\nC) A leading religious scholar (Marja’), offering guidance on Sharia law and societal ethics.", "A member of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis), contributing to legislative processes.", "A provincial governor (Ostāndār), responsible for regional administration and development.", "A high-ranking commander within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRG" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nWhich of these Iranian athletes has competed on the international stage representing the nation in *football* (soccer)?\n\nA. Hassan Yazdani\nB. Kimia Alizadeh Zenoori\nC. Behdad Salimi Kordasiabi\nD. Amin Ghaseminejad", "role": "user" }, { "content": "D. Amin Ghaseminejad.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Hassan Yazdani", "Kimia Alizadeh Zenoori", "Behdad Salimi Kordasiabi", "Amin Ghaseminejad" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nAltındağ, a district of Ankara, experienced a notable period of change in 2017. Which of the following best encapsulates a key focus of development and community initiatives within the district during that year?\n\nA. Large-scale modernization projects focused on high-rise residential buildings.\nB. A significant increase in university campus construction to cater to a growing student population.\nC. The expansion of industrial zones to attract foreign investment.\nD. The revitalization of historical areas and promotion of traditional crafts.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is D. The revitalization of historical areas and promotion of traditional crafts..", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "Large-scale modernization projects focused on high-rise residential buildings.", "A significant increase in university campus construction to cater to a growing student population.", "The expansion of industrial zones to attract foreign investment.", "The revitalization of historical areas and promotion of traditional crafts." ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nConsidering Iran’s geographical position and history of seismic activity, which type of scientific institution would likely be of significant national importance?\n\nA. A National Observatory for Astronomical Studies\nB. An Institute of Geophysics\nC. A Botanical Garden specializing in arid-climate flora\nD. A Center for Marine Biology Research", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The answer is B. An Institute of Geophysics.", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "A National Observatory for Astronomical Studies", "An Institute of Geophysics", "A Botanical Garden specializing in arid-climate flora", "A Center for Marine Biology Research" ]
[ { "content": "<image>\nتشتهر مدينة كارس التركية بمناظرها الطبيعية الخلابة، ولكن ما الذي يمثل أحد معالمها الحديثة التي تساهم في جذب الطلاب والباحثين؟\n\nA. بحيرة كارس المالحة\nB. جامعة القوقاز\nC. قلعة كارس التاريخية\nD. متحف كارس للآثار", "role": "user" }, { "content": "B. جامعة القوقاز", "role": "assistant" } ]
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[ "بحيرة كارس المالحة", "جامعة القوقاز", "قلعة كارس التاريخية", "متحف كارس للآثار" ]