God (or nature, as you like more) endowed each of us with reason. Thanks to this, we feel a constant need for knowledge of something new. It’s not in vain that they say: information is food for the brain. Fortunately, in the 21st century we can very quickly find any information on the Internet. In this article we will talk about the most popular questions that a modern person asks. Including Google with Yandex
Most popular questions on the Internet
Every year, Google and Yandex publish statistics on the most common queries on the Web. What are the most popular questions today among Russians? Let's find out.
If we talk about keywords, then the top three include the following queries: movies, porn and weather (according to Wordstat Yandex on June 30, 2018). Of the famous personalities in 2017, the country's residents were most often interested in: Dima Bilan, Julia Samoilova, Maria Maksakova and Diana Shurygina. If we talk about the most popular questions, starting with the words “how” and “what”, then the following queries got into the top five:
- What is hype?
- How to start mining?
- What is a fiasco?
- How to start a business?
The most watched films in 2017 are “It”, “Despicable Me-3” and “Guardians of the Galaxy (Part Two)”, television series “Game of Thrones”, “Youth” and “Hotel Eleon”. Among other things, the most popular questions on the Web among Russians were related to such things and phenomena as spinner and cryptocurrency.
Difficult questions - simple answers
There are so many interesting and unusual things in the world! And adults often remember this only when they have children. It is they who shower us with millions of “how?”, “Why?” and why?". And to answer many questions of the little "why" is not so simple.
Next, we will try to answer the most popular questions that arise in children as simple and concise as possible. By the way, similar queries very often drive into the Internet. And this means that not all adults are able to answer them. So, let's begin!
Why is the grass green?
The answer to the most popular question of each child is extremely simple. It's all about chlorophyll - a special substance that is found in stems and leaves. All plants derive energy from sunlight and water through the process of photosynthesis. And it is chlorophyll that is responsible for the production of necessary nutrients in plant cells.
Why the sky is blue?
Sunlight, as you know, consists of seven colors (just remember the rainbow). But on the way to the surface of our planet, he has to break through the thickness of the air and overcome many other obstacles. As a result, many colors become less saturated. Only one of them remains clearly visible - blue. Therefore, the sky above our head, we see in this beautiful color.
Why is the sea salty?
Be sure - you will absolutely have to answer this question when your baby first gets acquainted with the sea. To begin with, it should be remembered that salt is a mineral that is found in large quantities in the earth's crust. Numerous rivers erode rocks and annually carry tons of salts into the oceans and seas. There they settle and finally dissolve in water, making it salty.
Why does the fly rub its paws?
An interesting question that few people know the answer to. Each of us must have watched how deftly a fly moves along smooth and vertical surfaces (for example, window glass). She does this with tiny sticky bristles located on her legs. Since dust and dirt accumulate on these bristles very quickly, the fly has to very often clean them, intensively rubbing its paws against each other. At this time, it seems to us that the insect is plotting something bad.
Why does a cat have a mustache?
Many animals have a mustache. But since the child meets the cat most often, then be prepared to hear this question from him.
Whiskers (or vibrissa) are transformed sensory organs, receptors that respond to the slightest changes in the external environment. They need a cat not for beauty. A mustache helps the animal navigate in space and collect information about various objects. For example, by touching his mustache with a hole in the wall, the cat will immediately determine if the width of this hole is sufficient to pass through it. In addition, vibrissae are indispensable when hunting. With their help, cats determine the direction and speed of the wind in order to make the most accurate jump.
Top 7 interesting topics to talk about
For the conversation to be easy, pleasant and relaxed, you need a person who will subtly and skillfully direct it in the right direction. He is usually called the soul of the company. He sets the right tone for any conversation and always knows how to fill an awkward silence. Do you want to become such a person? The following are topics (questions) that will definitely interest your interlocutors:
- How are you going to spend your vacation?
- Do you have any serious dream in life?
- Do you like your job?
- What can you spend your money on, where is it best to invest it?
- Are you lucky with your neighbors?
- What interesting things did you buy last week?
- Do you have a hobby, a hobby?
Of course, this is not a complete list of topics for meaningful conversation. Depending on how close you have relations with your interlocutors, you can also catch on the topic of love or sex, you can talk about something philosophical, sublime. But there are also topics that are better not to touch upon. There are only four of them:
- Weather (too commonplace).
- Science and research (too narrow).
- Personal schedule and daily routine (too boring).
- Politics (too dangerous).
First date: questions to the girl
The first date is a very reverent and responsible event. After all, the future of these relations depends on how interesting and lively the conversation will turn out. According to statistics, the most popular question for a girl on a first date concerns her musical preferences. Also, guys are very fond of asking about which countries their interlocutor would like to visit.
What topics can still be raised on a romantic rendezvous? The following are the questions that you can safely ask a girl:
- What were you as a child - a prankster or an obedient girl?
- Did you have a playful nickname at school?
- The most vivid memory of your childhood, what is it?
- Which of your relatives or friends knows you better than everyone else?
- Do you believe in gay friendship?
- Do you believe in love at first sight?
- Do you believe in destiny and destiny from above?
- What do you like more: sea or mountains?
- How do you usually spend your weekend?
- What would you choose: to make a film or to act in a film?
- What is your favorite dish?
- How many days (hours) in a row can you do without the Internet?
- Would you like to learn to read other people's thoughts?
- What is more important - to love or be loved?
- Could you live on a desert island?
First date: questions to the guy
Since we talked about what questions a girl can be asked, it will be fair to devote some time to a strong half of humanity. So, what can you talk about with a guy on a first date?
In general, ten topics will be enough for a first acquaintance. For insurance, you can come up with another 5-10 reserve questions in case any topic is uninteresting or simply “will not work.” It’s best to sketch a list of suggested questions on paper and choose the best ones. Here's what you can ask a guy on a date:
- Did you ever want to leave for some wilderness and start life there anew?
- Eternal life without love - would you agree to this?
- Do you have prophetic dreams?
- What can you spend a million dollars on?
- Have you ever dreamed of superpowers?
- Do you love animals? Does someone with four legs live in your house?
- What historical era would you like to live in?
- A big noisy metropolis or a tiny cozy little town - where would you choose to live?
- Is there a movie that brings you to tears?
- When did you earn your first money and how?
- Do you have any hobbies?
- What is your biggest weakness?
- Would you like to become a celebrity?
- Are you satisfied with your life? What would you like to change?
- Can you dance? Would you like to learn?
Common Questions in English
Everyone needs to know English today. At least at a basic level. After all, it is used not only in the USA or Great Britain. English has long become the language of international communication No. 1. In almost any country in the world, you can easily speak English with a border guard, hotel administrator or waiter in a restaurant.
If you are just starting to learn this language, then you should definitely familiarize yourself with the most popular questions in English. They can be asked you during a working trip abroad or on a regular trip. Below, in the table, you will find these questions, along with answers to them.
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Interrogative phrase |
Estimated answer to the question |
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What is your name? What is your name? |
My name is … My name is … |
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Where are you from? Where are you from? |
I'm from Russia I came from Russia |
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Where do you live? Where do you live? |
I live in Kazan I live in Kazan |
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How old are you? How old are you? |
I'm twenty six years old I am 26 years old |
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Are you married? Are you married? |
Yes, I'm married / No, I'm single Yes, I am married. No, I'm single (single) |
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Do you have any children? Do you have children? |
Yes, I have a son Yes, I have a son |
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What do you do for a living? What do you do? |
I'm a student I am a student |
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What's your phone number? What is your telephone number? |
My number is … My number … |
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How are you? How are you? |
Fine, thanks. And you? Thanks, alright. And you? |
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Can you speak English? You speak English? |
No, I speak Russian No, I speak Russian |
Most popular interview questions
The interview is a complex, nervous and rather tedious event. However, it is on it that the fate of a particular applicant is decided. If you think through the answers to all possible questions in advance, this will significantly increase your chances of success. They can be very diverse. But most often, employers ask candidates the same questions.
So, the 10 most popular questions that can be heard at the interview:
- Tell us a little about yourself (subtext: how do your education and your skills relate to our vacancy?).
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- Why do you want to work with us?
- Why do you consider yourself worthy to take this position?
- Why did you quit your previous job?
- Who do you see yourself in 5-7 years?
- What do you know about our company / firm?
- What salary do you expect?
- How did you find out about this vacancy?
- How many soccer balls will fit in one subway car?
Yes, a question similar to the latter may also sound very likely. Do not rush to answer that it is absurd or stupid. Try to count! Using such questions, the employer first of all tries to understand how smart you are and whether you are able to solve non-standard tasks.
