Animals
What is the tallest land animal?
A) Elephant B) Giraffe C) Camel D) Ostrich
B) Giraffe
The undisputed tallest land animal, with some reaching almost 19 feet, using their long necks to browse high tree branches.
Who was the first president of the United States of America?
A) George Washington B) John Adams C) Thomas Jefferson D) James Madison
A) George Washington
George Washington was a Founding Father and the first president of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797.
Who wrote the song Imagine?
A) John Lennon B) Paul McCartney C) Ringo Star D) George Harrison
A) John Lennon
Primarily written by John Lennon, but his wife, conceptual artist Yoko Ono, received official co-writing credit in 2017, as Lennon acknowledged her significant contributions to the concept and lyrics, inspired by her book Grapefruit. Lennon stated that a lot of the lyric and concept came from Ono, admitting his prior selfishness in omitting her credit, notes NPR.
Which actress played the lead role in "Gone With The Wind"?
A) Vivien Leigh B) Barbara Stanwyck C) Bette Davis
A) Vivien Leigh
She famously played the iconic role of Scarlett O'Hara and won an Academy Award for her performance.
I am a famous scientist who developed the theory of relativity. Who am I?
A) Isaac Newton B) Albert Einstein C) Charles Darwin
B) Albert Einstein
He was a German-born physicist who developed the special and general theories of relativity and won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921 for his explanation of the photoelectric effect.
What is the largest bird?
A) Emu B) Pelican C) Ostrich D) Eagle
C) Ostrich
The largest bird by weight and height is the Common Ostrich, a flightless bird from Africa, standing up to 9 feet tall and weighing over 300 pounds.
Who was the first man to walk on the moon?
A) Buzz Aldrin B) Neil Armstrong C) Yuri Gagarin
B) Neil Armstrong
Commander of NASA's Apollo 11 mission, on July 20, 1969 (UTC), famously declaring, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind"
What instrument does Yo-Yo Ma play?
A) Violin B) Cello C) Guitar D) Bass
B) Cello
Famous for playing the cello, an instrument he started learning at age four, and for his extensive recordings of classical works like Bach's Cello Suites, as well as folk music
A) Sean Connery B) Marlon Brando C) Pierce Brosnan D) Daniel Craig
A) Sean Connery
The first actor to play James Bond in the official film series was Sean Connery, starring in Dr. No (1962), though American actor Barry Nelson played Bond in a 1954 TV adaptation of Casino Royale, predating Connery's big-screen debut
I was a famous American president who gave the Gettysburg Address. Who am I?
A) John Adams B) Thomas Jefferson C) Abraham Lincoln
C) Abraham Lincoln
He was the 16th U.S. President, famous for delivering the Gettysburg Address on November 19, 1863, at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Pennsylvania during the Civil War, a brief but powerful speech redefining the nation's purpose around liberty and democracy.
What is the largest reptile?
A) American Alligator B) Saltwater Crocodile C) Green Anaconda D) Komodo Dragon
B) Saltwater Crocodile
An apex predator capable of reaching over 20 feet (6 meters) in length and weighing over 2,000 pounds (900 kg)
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
A) Leonardo da Vinci B) Michelangelo C) Picasso D) Monet
A) Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) was a painter, sculptor, architect, writer, anatomist, geologist, astronomer, botanist, inventor, engineer and scientist – the epitome of a Renaissance man.
What is the name of the band that Mick Jagger is the lead singer of?
A) The Beatles B) The Who C) The Rolling Stones D) The Doors
C) The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones are an English rock band formed in London in 1962. Active for over six decades, they are one of the most popular, influential, and enduring bands of the rock era.
Who directed the movie "Titanic"?
A) Steven Spielberg B) James Cameron C) George Lucas D) Quentin Tarantino
B) James Cameron
He wrote, directed, and produced the epic film, famously diving to the real wreck to research and incorporating real footage, a massive undertaking that established him as a major cinematic force alongside other directors like Spielberg, Lucas, and the emerging CGI pioneers.
I was a famous actress known for her roles in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and "Roman Holiday." Who am I?
A) Audrey Hepburn B) Judy Garland C) Marilyn Monroe D) Elizabeth Taylor
A) Audrey Hepburn
She was an iconic film and fashion star famous for her roles as the princess in Roman Holiday (winning an Oscar) and Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's, known for her elegance, grace, and humanitarian work with UNICEF.
A) Cheetah B) Lion C) Tiger D) Cougar
A) Cheetah
The fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds up to 70-75 mph (112-120 km/h) in short bursts, thanks to its slender build, flexible spine, and non-retractable claws for traction, though its top speed lasts only about 30 seconds before it needs to rest.
Which country gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States?
A) England B) France C) Italy D) Germany
B) France
The Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States, proposed by French political thinker Édouard de Laboulaye and designed by sculptor Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, commemorating the alliance during the American Revolution and celebrating freedom and democracy, with its internal framework built by Gustave Eiffel.
Who was known as the Queen of Soul?
A) Whitney Houston B) Diana Ross C) Aretha Franklin D) Etta James
C) Aretha Franklin
Known as the "Queen of Soul," an iconic American singer, songwriter, and pianist celebrated for her powerful voice, deep gospel roots, and influential hits like "Respect" and "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," becoming a cultural icon and first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Who was the lead actor in the movie "The Godfather"?
A) Marlon Brando B) James Dean C) Paul Newman D) Montgomery Clift
A) Marlon Brando
Brando won the Oscar for Best Actor.
I was a famous American inventor who created the light bulb. Who am I?
A) Nikola Tesla B) Alexander Graham Bell C) Thomas Edison
C) Thomas Edison
Often credited with inventing the first commercially successful, long-lasting incandescent light bulb in 1879, though he refined existing ideas with his team, developing a practical electric lamp that lit homes for many hours.