English-speaking countries
What’s the only letter not used in any U.S. state name?
Q
The “Hollywood” sign originally spelled out what?
a) Hollyworld
b) Hollywoodland
c) Hollywood Hill
d) Hollywood Park
Hollywoodland
What disease was also called "the Black Death"?
The bubonic plague
A single strand of spaghetti called is called spaghetto - true or false?
True
What fish is capable of generating an electrical charge up to 600 volts?
The electric eel
In the United Kingdom, what is the day after Christmas known as?
Boxing Day
What country does “The Jungle Book” take place in?
India
Which freezes faster: hot or cold water?
Thanks to the Mpemba effect, hot water freezes faster.
How many folds are in a chef's hat?
a) 25
b) 50
c) 75
d) 100
100
Which country has the most islands (inhabited & uninhabited)?
a) Sweden
b) China
c) Australia
d) Indonesia
Sweden (270,000)
What are these: Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario?
the five Great Lakes in the USA
What year was the first “Batman” comic book published?
1939
How many keys does a classic piano have?
A) 66
B) 77
C) 88
D) 99
88, this includes 52 white keys and 36 black keys
Which country is credited with inventing ice cream?
a) Italy
b) Belarus
c) China
d) South Africa
The Chinese are generally credited for creating the first ice creams, possibly as early as 3000 BC.
What animal has the biggest eyes?
Giant Squid
Which branch of the U.S. armed forces used the slogan, “It’s not just a job, it’s an adventure”?
The Navy
Which country banned time travel in movies?
China
"Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia" is the fear of what?
the fear of long words
What is the rarest and most expensive spice in the world by weight?
Saffron [ˈsæfrən] is the world's rarest and most expensive spice by weight, frequently costing between $5,000 and $10,000 per kilogram.
What is the only mammal capable of true flight?
Bat
What is Prince Harry’s official first name?
Henry
Which rapper is also known as Slim Shady?
Eminem
What item did ancient Romans use as a form of toothpaste ingredient?
Crushed bones or shells
In Japanese, the word "Moritsuke" refers to the art of what?
Moritsuke (盛り付け) is the Japanese art and technique of arranging and serving food on dishes. It focuses on aesthetics, creating a visually balanced, seasonal, and harmonious presentation that enhances the dining experience, often following rules that blend functionality with artistic design.
How many European capitals does the Danube river flow through?
Four