n The word “nescience” (pronounced NESH-ens): Related to “science” (Latin for “knowledge”), it means “ignorance,” a lack of knowledge.

n “Silicon” site update: Thanks to the readers who let us know about other geographical nicknames: David Tilley of Kelowna, British Columbia (“Silicon Vineyard” in the Okanagan Valley), and Steve Cundy of Walnut Creek, Calif. (“Silicon Prairie” in Minnesota).

For which of her films through 2005 has actress Uma Thurman received an Academy Award nomination?

A) “Dangerous Liaisons”

B) “Pulp Fiction”

C) “Kill Bill Volume 1”

D) “Kill Bill Volume 2”

Saturday’s answer: Argentina’s national team has been world polo champion continuously since 1949.