[recap]
Four limited questions, and then an open ended one.
- 5 points: V is the Roman numeral for 5. In what other way is it associated with the number 5?
The Morse code for V is ...- the same rhythm as the opening four notes (and repeated theme) in Beethoven's fifth symphony. A link made frequently in wartime BBC broadcasts to the continent, using the opening notes to stand for V for victory.
orlok
- 4 points: Why does a clock face with roman numerals use IIII for 4 instead of the normal IV?
To optically balance the VIII on the opposite side of the dial. Billi.
- 3 points: What was the most recent year with a palindromic date in roman numerals?
MM (2000 CE) Kumabjorn
- 2 points: What will be the next year with a palindromic date in roman numerals?
MMM (3000 CE) orlok
- 1 point each: Give dates in roman numerals that are English words (with a relaxed interpretation of words).
MIX - 1009 - issybird
XXX - 30 - Kumabjorn
I - 1 - orlok
XI - 11 - issybird
MI - 1001 - issybird
DIV - 504 - Bilbo1967
8 points: orlok
4 points: Kumabjorn
4 points: Billi
3 points: issybird
1 point: Bilbo1967
Hint for 1: Codes, WWII and music.