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What did Baker say Schwarzenegger didn't understand when she first met him? | <text>What did Baker say Schwarzenegger didn't understand when she first met him?</text><reasoning>In 1969, Schwarzenegger met Barbara Outland (later Barbara Outland Baker), an English teacher he lived with until 1974. Schwarzenegger talked about Barbara in his memoir in 1977: "Basically it came down to this: she was a... |
What historical event did Baker and Schwarzenegger watch on TV together on their first date? | <text>What historical event did Baker and Schwarzenegger watch on TV together on their first date?</text><reasoning>In 1969, Schwarzenegger met Barbara Outland (later Barbara Outland Baker), an English teacher he lived with until 1974. Schwarzenegger talked about Barbara in his memoir in 1977: "Basically it came down t... |
During what century was Plymouth involved with the Atlantic slave trade? | <text>During what century was Plymouth involved with the Atlantic slave trade?</text><reasoning>Throughout the 17th century Plymouth had gradually lost its pre-eminence as a trading port. By the mid-17th century commodities manufactured elsewhere in England cost too much to transport to Plymouth and the city had no mea... |
In what century did Plymouth cease to be a vital trading port? | <text>In what century did Plymouth cease to be a vital trading port?</text><reasoning>Throughout the 17th century Plymouth had gradually lost its pre-eminence as a trading port. By the mid-17th century commodities manufactured elsewhere in England cost too much to transport to Plymouth and the city had no means of proc... |
What was the location of the earliest settlement near Plymouth? | <text>What was the location of the earliest settlement near Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's early history extends to the Bronze Age, when a first settlement emerged at Mount Batten. This settlement continued as a trading post for the Roman Empire, until it was surpassed by the more prosperous village of Sutton, n... |
What was Plymouth's original name? | <text>What was Plymouth's original name?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's early history extends to the Bronze Age, when a first settlement emerged at Mount Batten. This settlement continued as a trading post for the Roman Empire, until it was surpassed by the more prosperous village of Sutton, now called Plymouth. In 1620, ... |
In what year did the Pilgrim Fathers sail from Plymouth? | <text>In what year did the Pilgrim Fathers sail from Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's early history extends to the Bronze Age, when a first settlement emerged at Mount Batten. This settlement continued as a trading post for the Roman Empire, until it was surpassed by the more prosperous village of Sutton, now call... |
When did the siege of Plymouth end during the English Civil War? | <text>When did the siege of Plymouth end during the English Civil War?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's early history extends to the Bronze Age, when a first settlement emerged at Mount Batten. This settlement continued as a trading post for the Roman Empire, until it was surpassed by the more prosperous village of Sutton, ... |
What was the name of the colony founded by the Pilgrim Fathers in the New World? | <text>What was the name of the colony founded by the Pilgrim Fathers in the New World?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's early history extends to the Bronze Age, when a first settlement emerged at Mount Batten. This settlement continued as a trading post for the Roman Empire, until it was surpassed by the more prosperous vil... |
What school within the University of Southern California does the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy belong to? | <text>What school within the University of Southern California does the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy belong to?</text><reasoning>In 2012, Schwarzenegger helped to found the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy, which is a part of the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy at the U... |
In what year was the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy founded? | <text>In what year was the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy founded?</text><reasoning>In 2012, Schwarzenegger helped to found the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy, which is a part of the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy at the University of Southern California. The Institute... |
What position does Schwarzenegger hold with the Institute? | <text>What position does Schwarzenegger hold with the Institute?</text><reasoning>In 2012, Schwarzenegger helped to found the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy, which is a part of the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy at the University of Southern California. The Institute's mission is to "[advan... |
Where would Schwarzenegger write down his goals? | <text>Where would Schwarzenegger write down his goals?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger has had a highly successful business career. Following his move to the United States, Schwarzenegger became a "prolific goal setter" and would write his objectives at the start of the year on index cards, like starting a mail order b... |
Schwarzenegger became a millionaire by what age? | <text>Schwarzenegger became a millionaire by what age?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger has had a highly successful business career. Following his move to the United States, Schwarzenegger became a "prolific goal setter" and would write his objectives at the start of the year on index cards, like starting a mail order b... |
What is the name of the location cited by Ptolemy that is believed to have been located near modern Plymouth? | <text>What is the name of the location cited by Ptolemy that is believed to have been located near modern Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Upper Palaeolithic deposits, including bones of Homo sapiens, have been found in local caves, and artefacts dating from the Bronze Age to the Middle Iron Age have been found at Mount Batt... |
Where have Middle Iron Age remnants been found? | <text>Where have Middle Iron Age remnants been found?</text><reasoning>Upper Palaeolithic deposits, including bones of Homo sapiens, have been found in local caves, and artefacts dating from the Bronze Age to the Middle Iron Age have been found at Mount Batten showing that it was one of the main trading ports of the co... |
What does 'TAMARI OSTIA' mean? | <text>What does 'TAMARI OSTIA' mean?</text><reasoning>Upper Palaeolithic deposits, including bones of Homo sapiens, have been found in local caves, and artefacts dating from the Bronze Age to the Middle Iron Age have been found at Mount Batten showing that it was one of the main trading ports of the country at that tim... |
In what century were sailors obligated to relocate from Plympton due to silting? | <text>In what century were sailors obligated to relocate from Plympton due to silting?</text><reasoning>The settlement of Plympton, further up the River Plym than the current Plymouth, was also an early trading port, but the river silted up in the early 11th century and forced the mariners and merchants to settle at th... |
What did Sutton mean in the Old English language? | <text>What did Sutton mean in the Old English language?</text><reasoning>The settlement of Plympton, further up the River Plym than the current Plymouth, was also an early trading port, but the river silted up in the early 11th century and forced the mariners and merchants to settle at the current day Barbican near the... |
In what year was the first written reference to Plymouth made? | <text>In what year was the first written reference to Plymouth made?</text><reasoning>The settlement of Plympton, further up the River Plym than the current Plymouth, was also an early trading port, but the river silted up in the early 11th century and forced the mariners and merchants to settle at the current day Barb... |
During whose reign was the former town of Sutton referred to as Plymouth? | <text>During whose reign was the former town of Sutton referred to as Plymouth?</text><reasoning>The settlement of Plympton, further up the River Plym than the current Plymouth, was also an early trading port, but the river silted up in the early 11th century and forced the mariners and merchants to settle at the curre... |
What did 'Plym Mouth' mean? | <text>What did 'Plym Mouth' mean?</text><reasoning>The settlement of Plympton, further up the River Plym than the current Plymouth, was also an early trading port, but the river silted up in the early 11th century and forced the mariners and merchants to settle at the current day Barbican near the river mouth. At the t... |
Baena worked for the Schwarzenegger/Shriver family for how many years? | <text>Baena worked for the Schwarzenegger/Shriver family for how many years?</text><reasoning>Fifty-year-old Baena, of Guatemalan origin, was employed by the family for 20 years and retired in January 2011. The pregnant Baena was working in the home while Shriver was pregnant with the youngest of the couple’s four chil... |
What's the first name of Schwarzenegger's son with Baena? | <text>What's the first name of Schwarzenegger's son with Baena?</text><reasoning>Fifty-year-old Baena, of Guatemalan origin, was employed by the family for 20 years and retired in January 2011. The pregnant Baena was working in the home while Shriver was pregnant with the youngest of the couple’s four children. Baena's... |
Schwarzenegger bought Baena and their son a four-bedroom house in what year? | <text>Schwarzenegger bought Baena and their son a four-bedroom house in what year?</text><reasoning>Fifty-year-old Baena, of Guatemalan origin, was employed by the family for 20 years and retired in January 2011. The pregnant Baena was working in the home while Shriver was pregnant with the youngest of the couple’s fou... |
Along with coal and grain, what was the most important import in 18th century Plymouth? | <text>Along with coal and grain, what was the most important import in 18th century Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Before the latter half of the 18th century, grain, timber and then coal were Plymouth's main imports. During this time the real source of wealth was from the neighbouring town of Plymouth Dock (renamed in 1824... |
What was the new name given to Plymouth Dock in 1824? | <text>What was the new name given to Plymouth Dock in 1824?</text><reasoning>Before the latter half of the 18th century, grain, timber and then coal were Plymouth's main imports. During this time the real source of wealth was from the neighbouring town of Plymouth Dock (renamed in 1824 to Devonport) and the major emplo... |
Along with Plymouth and Devonport, what settlement comprised the Three Towns? | <text>Along with Plymouth and Devonport, what settlement comprised the Three Towns?</text><reasoning>Before the latter half of the 18th century, grain, timber and then coal were Plymouth's main imports. During this time the real source of wealth was from the neighbouring town of Plymouth Dock (renamed in 1824 to Devonp... |
What architect was noted for his neoclassical designs in Plymouth? | <text>What architect was noted for his neoclassical designs in Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Before the latter half of the 18th century, grain, timber and then coal were Plymouth's main imports. During this time the real source of wealth was from the neighbouring town of Plymouth Dock (renamed in 1824 to Devonport) and th... |
On what street did many of the buildings designed by John Foulston reside? | <text>On what street did many of the buildings designed by John Foulston reside?</text><reasoning>Before the latter half of the 18th century, grain, timber and then coal were Plymouth's main imports. During this time the real source of wealth was from the neighbouring town of Plymouth Dock (renamed in 1824 to Devonport... |
As of 2014, what was the population of Plymouth? | <text>As of 2014, what was the population of Plymouth?</text><reasoning>The city is home to 261,546 (mid-2014 est.) people, making it the 30th most populous built-up area in the United Kingdom. It is governed locally by Plymouth City Council and is represented nationally by three MPs. Plymouth's economy remains strongl... |
Where does Plymouth rank in population among the cities of the UK? | <text>Where does Plymouth rank in population among the cities of the UK?</text><reasoning>The city is home to 261,546 (mid-2014 est.) people, making it the 30th most populous built-up area in the United Kingdom. It is governed locally by Plymouth City Council and is represented nationally by three MPs. Plymouth's econo... |
How many members of Parliament represent Plymouth? | <text>How many members of Parliament represent Plymouth?</text><reasoning>The city is home to 261,546 (mid-2014 est.) people, making it the 30th most populous built-up area in the United Kingdom. It is governed locally by Plymouth City Council and is represented nationally by three MPs. Plymouth's economy remains stron... |
In what city does Plymouth's ferry to Spain terminate? | <text>In what city does Plymouth's ferry to Spain terminate?</text><reasoning>The city is home to 261,546 (mid-2014 est.) people, making it the 30th most populous built-up area in the United Kingdom. It is governed locally by Plymouth City Council and is represented nationally by three MPs. Plymouth's economy remains s... |
What institution of higher education is based in Plymouth? | <text>What institution of higher education is based in Plymouth?</text><reasoning>The city is home to 261,546 (mid-2014 est.) people, making it the 30th most populous built-up area in the United Kingdom. It is governed locally by Plymouth City Council and is represented nationally by three MPs. Plymouth's economy remai... |
What constituency did MP Michael Foot represent? | <text>What constituency did MP Michael Foot represent?</text><reasoning>In 1945, Plymouth-born Michael Foot was elected Labour MP for the war-torn constituency of Plymouth Devonport and after serving as Secretary of State for Education and responsible for the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act, went on to become one of... |
What position was Michael Foot noted to occupy in government? | <text>What position was Michael Foot noted to occupy in government?</text><reasoning>In 1945, Plymouth-born Michael Foot was elected Labour MP for the war-torn constituency of Plymouth Devonport and after serving as Secretary of State for Education and responsible for the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act, went on to ... |
What notable piece of legislation did Michael Foot contribute to? | <text>What notable piece of legislation did Michael Foot contribute to?</text><reasoning>In 1945, Plymouth-born Michael Foot was elected Labour MP for the war-torn constituency of Plymouth Devonport and after serving as Secretary of State for Education and responsible for the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act, went on... |
What party did Michael Foot become a leader of? | <text>What party did Michael Foot become a leader of?</text><reasoning>In 1945, Plymouth-born Michael Foot was elected Labour MP for the war-torn constituency of Plymouth Devonport and after serving as Secretary of State for Education and responsible for the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act, went on to become one of ... |
In what town was Michael Foot born? | <text>In what town was Michael Foot born?</text><reasoning>In 1945, Plymouth-born Michael Foot was elected Labour MP for the war-torn constituency of Plymouth Devonport and after serving as Secretary of State for Education and responsible for the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act, went on to become one of the most dis... |
How tall does Schwarzenegger claim to be? | <text>How tall does Schwarzenegger claim to be?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger's official height of 6'2" (1.88 m) has been brought into question by several articles. In his bodybuilding days in the late 1960s, he was measured to be 6'1.5" (1.87 m), a height confirmed by his fellow bodybuilders. However, in 1988 both t... |
What Assemblyman playfully tried to measure Schwarzenegger's height? | <text>What Assemblyman playfully tried to measure Schwarzenegger's height?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger's official height of 6'2" (1.88 m) has been brought into question by several articles. In his bodybuilding days in the late 1960s, he was measured to be 6'1.5" (1.87 m), a height confirmed by his fellow bodybuilde... |
How tall did Men's Health magazine report Schwarzenegger to be in a 1999 issue? | <text>How tall did Men's Health magazine report Schwarzenegger to be in a 1999 issue?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger's official height of 6'2" (1.88 m) has been brought into question by several articles. In his bodybuilding days in the late 1960s, he was measured to be 6'1.5" (1.87 m), a height confirmed by his fellow... |
What was Schwarzenegger's second film with co-star Danny DeVito? | <text>What was Schwarzenegger's second film with co-star Danny DeVito?</text><reasoning>That same year, the comedy Junior was released, the last of Schwarzenegger's three collaborations with Ivan Reitman and again co-starring Danny DeVito. This film brought him his second Golden Globe nomination, this time for Best Act... |
How much did the third Terminator movie make domestically alone? | <text>How much did the third Terminator movie make domestically alone?</text><reasoning>That same year, the comedy Junior was released, the last of Schwarzenegger's three collaborations with Ivan Reitman and again co-starring Danny DeVito. This film brought him his second Golden Globe nomination, this time for Best Act... |
Who founded Plymouth Porcelain? | <text>Who founded Plymouth Porcelain?</text><reasoning>Local chemist William Cookworthy established his somewhat short-lived Plymouth Porcelain venture in 1768 to exploit the recently discovered deposits of local China Clay - an industry which continues to make up a portion of the city income. As an associate and host ... |
In what year was Plymouth Porcelain founded? | <text>In what year was Plymouth Porcelain founded?</text><reasoning>Local chemist William Cookworthy established his somewhat short-lived Plymouth Porcelain venture in 1768 to exploit the recently discovered deposits of local China Clay - an industry which continues to make up a portion of the city income. As an associ... |
What was William Cookworthy's profession? | <text>What was William Cookworthy's profession?</text><reasoning>Local chemist William Cookworthy established his somewhat short-lived Plymouth Porcelain venture in 1768 to exploit the recently discovered deposits of local China Clay - an industry which continues to make up a portion of the city income. As an associate... |
What was the name of the engineer involved in the construction of the Eddystone Lighthouse? | <text>What was the name of the engineer involved in the construction of the Eddystone Lighthouse?</text><reasoning>Local chemist William Cookworthy established his somewhat short-lived Plymouth Porcelain venture in 1768 to exploit the recently discovered deposits of local China Clay - an industry which continues to mak... |
What monarch bestowed the first Lord Mayor on Plymouth? | <text>What monarch bestowed the first Lord Mayor on Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Plymouth was granted the dignity of Lord Mayor by King George V in 1935. The position is elected each year by a group of six councillors. It is traditional that the position of the Lord Mayor alternates between the Conservative Party and the... |
How many councillors choose the Lord Mayor? | <text>How many councillors choose the Lord Mayor?</text><reasoning>Plymouth was granted the dignity of Lord Mayor by King George V in 1935. The position is elected each year by a group of six councillors. It is traditional that the position of the Lord Mayor alternates between the Conservative Party and the Labour Part... |
What officeholder selects the Deputy Lord Mayor? | <text>What officeholder selects the Deputy Lord Mayor?</text><reasoning>Plymouth was granted the dignity of Lord Mayor by King George V in 1935. The position is elected each year by a group of six councillors. It is traditional that the position of the Lord Mayor alternates between the Conservative Party and the Labour... |
Who is the current Lord Mayor of Plymouth? | <text>Who is the current Lord Mayor of Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Plymouth was granted the dignity of Lord Mayor by King George V in 1935. The position is elected each year by a group of six councillors. It is traditional that the position of the Lord Mayor alternates between the Conservative Party and the Labour Party... |
What percentage of Devon's GVA does Plymouth comprise in 2013? | <text>What percentage of Devon's GVA does Plymouth comprise in 2013?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's gross value added (a measure of the size of its economy) was 5,169 million GBP in 2013 making up 25% of Devon's GVA. Its GVA per person was £19,943 and compared to the national average of £23,755, was £3,812 lower. Plymouth... |
What was Plymouth's 2013 GVA in millions of British Pounds? | <text>What was Plymouth's 2013 GVA in millions of British Pounds?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's gross value added (a measure of the size of its economy) was 5,169 million GBP in 2013 making up 25% of Devon's GVA. Its GVA per person was £19,943 and compared to the national average of £23,755, was £3,812 lower. Plymouth's ... |
What was Plymouth' per capita GVA in 2013? | <text>What was Plymouth' per capita GVA in 2013?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's gross value added (a measure of the size of its economy) was 5,169 million GBP in 2013 making up 25% of Devon's GVA. Its GVA per person was £19,943 and compared to the national average of £23,755, was £3,812 lower. Plymouth's unemployment rate... |
What was the United Kingdom's average per capita GVA in 2013? | <text>What was the United Kingdom's average per capita GVA in 2013?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's gross value added (a measure of the size of its economy) was 5,169 million GBP in 2013 making up 25% of Devon's GVA. Its GVA per person was £19,943 and compared to the national average of £23,755, was £3,812 lower. Plymouth'... |
What percentage of Plymouth residents were unemployed in 2014? | <text>What percentage of Plymouth residents were unemployed in 2014?</text><reasoning>Plymouth's gross value added (a measure of the size of its economy) was 5,169 million GBP in 2013 making up 25% of Devon's GVA. Its GVA per person was £19,943 and compared to the national average of £23,755, was £3,812 lower. Plymouth... |
What notable slave trader was based out of Plymouth? | <text>What notable slave trader was based out of Plymouth?</text><reasoning>During the 16th century locally produced wool was the major export commodity. Plymouth was the home port for successful maritime traders, among them Sir John Hawkins, who led England's first foray into the Atlantic slave trade, as well as Sir F... |
Who served as Plymouth's mayor in 1593? | <text>Who served as Plymouth's mayor in 1593?</text><reasoning>During the 16th century locally produced wool was the major export commodity. Plymouth was the home port for successful maritime traders, among them Sir John Hawkins, who led England's first foray into the Atlantic slave trade, as well as Sir Francis Drake,... |
In what year did Drake battle the Spanish Armada? | <text>In what year did Drake battle the Spanish Armada?</text><reasoning>During the 16th century locally produced wool was the major export commodity. Plymouth was the home port for successful maritime traders, among them Sir John Hawkins, who led England's first foray into the Atlantic slave trade, as well as Sir Fran... |
When did the Pilgrim Fathers depart Plymouth? | <text>When did the Pilgrim Fathers depart Plymouth?</text><reasoning>During the 16th century locally produced wool was the major export commodity. Plymouth was the home port for successful maritime traders, among them Sir John Hawkins, who led England's first foray into the Atlantic slave trade, as well as Sir Francis ... |
What was the name of the settlement founded by the Pilgrim Fathers? | <text>What was the name of the settlement founded by the Pilgrim Fathers?</text><reasoning>During the 16th century locally produced wool was the major export commodity. Plymouth was the home port for successful maritime traders, among them Sir John Hawkins, who led England's first foray into the Atlantic slave trade, a... |
What aircraft carrier received maintenance at Devonport Dockyard? | <text>What aircraft carrier received maintenance at Devonport Dockyard?</text><reasoning>Post-war, Devonport Dockyard was kept busy refitting aircraft carriers such as the Ark Royal and, later, nuclear submarines while new light industrial factories were constructed in the newly zoned industrial sector attracting rapid... |
By what year was the greater part of the army presence in Plymouth gone? | <text>By what year was the greater part of the army presence in Plymouth gone?</text><reasoning>Post-war, Devonport Dockyard was kept busy refitting aircraft carriers such as the Ark Royal and, later, nuclear submarines while new light industrial factories were constructed in the newly zoned industrial sector attractin... |
What military unit is based in Plymouth? | <text>What military unit is based in Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Post-war, Devonport Dockyard was kept busy refitting aircraft carriers such as the Ark Royal and, later, nuclear submarines while new light industrial factories were constructed in the newly zoned industrial sector attracting rapid growth of the urban popu... |
Who was the first woman MP to take her seat in the British Parliament? | <text>Who was the first woman MP to take her seat in the British Parliament?</text><reasoning>In 1919 Nancy Astor was elected the first ever female member of parliament to take office in the British Houses of Parliament for the constituency of Plymouth Sutton. Taking over office from her husband Waldorf Astor, Lady Ast... |
For what constituency was Nancy Astor elected? | <text>For what constituency was Nancy Astor elected?</text><reasoning>In 1919 Nancy Astor was elected the first ever female member of parliament to take office in the British Houses of Parliament for the constituency of Plymouth Sutton. Taking over office from her husband Waldorf Astor, Lady Astor was a vibrantly activ... |
On what date did Plymouth become a city? | <text>On what date did Plymouth become a city?</text><reasoning>In 1919 Nancy Astor was elected the first ever female member of parliament to take office in the British Houses of Parliament for the constituency of Plymouth Sutton. Taking over office from her husband Waldorf Astor, Lady Astor was a vibrantly active camp... |
In what year did Plymouth receive its first Lord Mayor? | <text>In what year did Plymouth receive its first Lord Mayor?</text><reasoning>In 1919 Nancy Astor was elected the first ever female member of parliament to take office in the British Houses of Parliament for the constituency of Plymouth Sutton. Taking over office from her husband Waldorf Astor, Lady Astor was a vibran... |
What parish was incorporated into Plymouth in 1967? | <text>What parish was incorporated into Plymouth in 1967?</text><reasoning>In 1919 Nancy Astor was elected the first ever female member of parliament to take office in the British Houses of Parliament for the constituency of Plymouth Sutton. Taking over office from her husband Waldorf Astor, Lady Astor was a vibrantly ... |
In kilometers, how long was the Plymouth Sound Breakwater? | <text>In kilometers, how long was the Plymouth Sound Breakwater?</text><reasoning>The 1-mile-long (2 km) Breakwater in Plymouth Sound was designed by John Rennie in order to protect the fleet moving in and out of Devonport; work started in 1812. Numerous technical difficulties and repeated storm damage meant that it wa... |
Who was the designer of the Plymouth Sound Breakwater? | <text>Who was the designer of the Plymouth Sound Breakwater?</text><reasoning>The 1-mile-long (2 km) Breakwater in Plymouth Sound was designed by John Rennie in order to protect the fleet moving in and out of Devonport; work started in 1812. Numerous technical difficulties and repeated storm damage meant that it was no... |
In what year did construction finish on the Plymouth Sound Breakwater? | <text>In what year did construction finish on the Plymouth Sound Breakwater?</text><reasoning>The 1-mile-long (2 km) Breakwater in Plymouth Sound was designed by John Rennie in order to protect the fleet moving in and out of Devonport; work started in 1812. Numerous technical difficulties and repeated storm damage mean... |
When did construction commence on Plymouth Sound Breakwater? | <text>When did construction commence on Plymouth Sound Breakwater?</text><reasoning>The 1-mile-long (2 km) Breakwater in Plymouth Sound was designed by John Rennie in order to protect the fleet moving in and out of Devonport; work started in 1812. Numerous technical difficulties and repeated storm damage meant that it ... |
Near which settlement were Palmerston forts built in the 1860s? | <text>Near which settlement were Palmerston forts built in the 1860s?</text><reasoning>The 1-mile-long (2 km) Breakwater in Plymouth Sound was designed by John Rennie in order to protect the fleet moving in and out of Devonport; work started in 1812. Numerous technical difficulties and repeated storm damage meant that ... |
What nearby settlement built ships for the Royal Navy? | <text>What nearby settlement built ships for the Royal Navy?</text><reasoning>Throughout the Industrial Revolution, Plymouth grew as a commercial shipping port, handling imports and passengers from the Americas, and exporting local minerals (tin, copper, lime, china clay and arsenic) while the neighbouring town of Devo... |
In what year did Plymouth become a city? | <text>In what year did Plymouth become a city?</text><reasoning>Throughout the Industrial Revolution, Plymouth grew as a commercial shipping port, handling imports and passengers from the Americas, and exporting local minerals (tin, copper, lime, china clay and arsenic) while the neighbouring town of Devonport became a... |
What is the term used to describe the attacks on Plymouth during the Second World War? | <text>What is the term used to describe the attacks on Plymouth during the Second World War?</text><reasoning>Throughout the Industrial Revolution, Plymouth grew as a commercial shipping port, handling imports and passengers from the Americas, and exporting local minerals (tin, copper, lime, china clay and arsenic) whi... |
In what year was Plymstock incorporated? | <text>In what year was Plymstock incorporated?</text><reasoning>Throughout the Industrial Revolution, Plymouth grew as a commercial shipping port, handling imports and passengers from the Americas, and exporting local minerals (tin, copper, lime, china clay and arsenic) while the neighbouring town of Devonport became a... |
Along with Plymouth and Devonport, what location was merged into a county borough in 1914? | <text>Along with Plymouth and Devonport, what location was merged into a county borough in 1914?</text><reasoning>Throughout the Industrial Revolution, Plymouth grew as a commercial shipping port, handling imports and passengers from the Americas, and exporting local minerals (tin, copper, lime, china clay and arsenic)... |
In what text was the presence of a settlement in the Plymouth area first recorded? | <text>In what text was the presence of a settlement in the Plymouth area first recorded?</text><reasoning>The first record of the existence of a settlement at Plymouth was in the Domesday Book in 1086 as Sudtone, Saxon for south farm, located at the present day Barbican. From Saxon times, it was in the hundred of Robor... |
In what year was the Domesday Book compiled? | <text>In what year was the Domesday Book compiled?</text><reasoning>The first record of the existence of a settlement at Plymouth was in the Domesday Book in 1086 as Sudtone, Saxon for south farm, located at the present day Barbican. From Saxon times, it was in the hundred of Roborough. In 1254 it gained status as a to... |
What was the name of the Plymouth-area settlement recorded in the Domesday Book? | <text>What was the name of the Plymouth-area settlement recorded in the Domesday Book?</text><reasoning>The first record of the existence of a settlement at Plymouth was in the Domesday Book in 1086 as Sudtone, Saxon for south farm, located at the present day Barbican. From Saxon times, it was in the hundred of Roborou... |
In what year was Plymouth recognized as a town? | <text>In what year was Plymouth recognized as a town?</text><reasoning>The first record of the existence of a settlement at Plymouth was in the Domesday Book in 1086 as Sudtone, Saxon for south farm, located at the present day Barbican. From Saxon times, it was in the hundred of Roborough. In 1254 it gained status as a... |
In what year did Parliament bestow a Charter on Plymouth? | <text>In what year did Parliament bestow a Charter on Plymouth?</text><reasoning>The first record of the existence of a settlement at Plymouth was in the Domesday Book in 1086 as Sudtone, Saxon for south farm, located at the present day Barbican. From Saxon times, it was in the hundred of Roborough. In 1254 it gained s... |
Which faction did Plymouth support during the English Civil War? | <text>Which faction did Plymouth support during the English Civil War?</text><reasoning>During the English Civil War Plymouth sided with the Parliamentarians and was besieged for almost four years by the Royalists. The last major attack by the Royalist was by Sir Richard Grenville leading thousands of soldiers towards ... |
For how many years was Plymouth under siege during the English Civil War? | <text>For how many years was Plymouth under siege during the English Civil War?</text><reasoning>During the English Civil War Plymouth sided with the Parliamentarians and was besieged for almost four years by the Royalists. The last major attack by the Royalist was by Sir Richard Grenville leading thousands of soldiers... |
Where did the last battle for Plymouth during the English Civil War end? | <text>Where did the last battle for Plymouth during the English Civil War end?</text><reasoning>During the English Civil War Plymouth sided with the Parliamentarians and was besieged for almost four years by the Royalists. The last major attack by the Royalist was by Sir Richard Grenville leading thousands of soldiers ... |
In what year did Charles II ascend to the throne? | <text>In what year did Charles II ascend to the throne?</text><reasoning>During the English Civil War Plymouth sided with the Parliamentarians and was besieged for almost four years by the Royalists. The last major attack by the Royalist was by Sir Richard Grenville leading thousands of soldiers towards Plymouth, but t... |
What locale was used to house imprisoned Parliamentarians after the restoration of Charles II? | <text>What locale was used to house imprisoned Parliamentarians after the restoration of Charles II?</text><reasoning>During the English Civil War Plymouth sided with the Parliamentarians and was besieged for almost four years by the Royalists. The last major attack by the Royalist was by Sir Richard Grenville leading ... |
What was the name of the hairdresser's assistant Schwarzenegger fell for in July of 1977? | <text>What was the name of the hairdresser's assistant Schwarzenegger fell for in July of 1977?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger met his next paramour, Sue Moray, a Beverly Hills hairdresser's assistant, on Venice Beach in July 1977. According to Moray, the couple led an open relationship: "We were faithful when we were... |
Where did Schwarzenegger first meet Maria Shriver? | <text>Where did Schwarzenegger first meet Maria Shriver?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger met his next paramour, Sue Moray, a Beverly Hills hairdresser's assistant, on Venice Beach in July 1977. According to Moray, the couple led an open relationship: "We were faithful when we were both in LA … but when he was out of to... |
What month and year did Moray make Schwarzenegger choose between her and Shriver? | <text>What month and year did Moray make Schwarzenegger choose between her and Shriver?</text><reasoning>Schwarzenegger met his next paramour, Sue Moray, a Beverly Hills hairdresser's assistant, on Venice Beach in July 1977. According to Moray, the couple led an open relationship: "We were faithful when we were both in... |
What river is to the west of Plymouth? | <text>What river is to the west of Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Plymouth lies between the River Plym to the east and the River Tamar to the west; both rivers flow into the natural harbour of Plymouth Sound. Since 1967, the unitary authority of Plymouth has included the, once independent, towns of Plympton and Plymstock w... |
To the east of Plymouth lies which river? | <text>To the east of Plymouth lies which river?</text><reasoning>Plymouth lies between the River Plym to the east and the River Tamar to the west; both rivers flow into the natural harbour of Plymouth Sound. Since 1967, the unitary authority of Plymouth has included the, once independent, towns of Plympton and Plymstoc... |
The River Tamar is the boundary between Devon and what other county? | <text>The River Tamar is the boundary between Devon and what other county?</text><reasoning>Plymouth lies between the River Plym to the east and the River Tamar to the west; both rivers flow into the natural harbour of Plymouth Sound. Since 1967, the unitary authority of Plymouth has included the, once independent, tow... |
In what body of water do the rivers Plym and Tamar meet? | <text>In what body of water do the rivers Plym and Tamar meet?</text><reasoning>Plymouth lies between the River Plym to the east and the River Tamar to the west; both rivers flow into the natural harbour of Plymouth Sound. Since 1967, the unitary authority of Plymouth has included the, once independent, towns of Plympt... |
When did Plymstock join the unitary authority of Plymouth? | <text>When did Plymstock join the unitary authority of Plymouth?</text><reasoning>Plymouth lies between the River Plym to the east and the River Tamar to the west; both rivers flow into the natural harbour of Plymouth Sound. Since 1967, the unitary authority of Plymouth has included the, once independent, towns of Plym... |
How many hours of sunshine does the South West England region get each year? | <text>How many hours of sunshine does the South West England region get each year?</text><reasoning>South West England has a favoured location when the Azores High pressure area extends north-eastwards towards the UK, particularly in summer. Coastal areas have average annual sunshine totals over 1,600 hours.</reasoning... |
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