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LITTLE ROCK — 1. In Greek mythology, the Hesperides nymphs were daughters of whom?

2. Erich Weiss was an escape specialist. He performed under what other name?

3. According to the Old Testament, which one of the Ten Commandments is "You shall not steal"?

4. Who narrates Joel Chandler Harris' "Br'er Rabbit" stories?

5. What is the central banking system of the United States?

6. What is Bombay duck?

7. Name the capital of Portugal.

8. An inch of rain spread over an acrewould weigh about 13, 63 or 113 tons?

9. What is a hinged gate at the rear of a small truck or station wagon called?

10. Does the camel or buffalo have the longer gestation period?

Answers

1. Atlas 2. Harry Houdini 3. Eighth 4. Uncle Remus 5. The Federal Reserve System 6. A dried, salted fish 7. Lisbon 8. About 113 tons 9. A tailgate 10. Camel, whose gestation period is about 406 days, versus 278 days for the buffalo