Random Trivia
What breed of dog is Snoopy, Charlie Brown’s pet?
A beagle.
The imaginative dog’s alter egos include a WWI flying ace, a jazz musician, and a French soldier.
What is the longest river in Canada: the Mackenzie, the Churchill, or the Athabasca?
The Mackenzie River.
From its headwaters to where it empties into the Beaufort Sea, the Mackenzie River system is 2,635 miles (4,241 km) long.
In bowling, what is it called when a player makes three consecutive strikes?
A turkey.
Other bowling terms include a double (two strikes in a row) and a hambone (four consecutive strikes).
What are the four suits in a standard deck of cards?
Clubs, hearts, spades, and diamonds.
The suits were originally designated by the French in the 1480s.
What are the three colors on the German flag?
Black, red, and gold/yellow.
The flag was officially adopted by a reunified Germany in 1990.
What is the covering on the end of a shoelace called: a peen, an aglet, or an agraffe?
An aglet.
The word comes from the Latin word for “needle” or “pin.”
Can you name one of the two NFL teams tied with the most Super Bowl wins?
The New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Both teams have six wins each.
Who is credited with inventing the quick-freezing method for frozen foods?
Clarence Birdseye.
Birdseye was inspired by local Inuit techniques that allowed them to freeze and thaw flavorful fish.
What Indian landmark has a name that means “Crown Palace”?
The Taj Mahal.
The impressive complex was built to honor the emperor Shah Jahan’s beloved wife.
Fugu is the Japanese name for what animal: shark, puffer fish, or dolphin?
The puffer fish.
This fish is poisonous if prepared incorrectly but is still a sought-after delicacy in Japan and abroad.
What European nation is bordered by Spain, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands?
France.
France also shares a maritime border with the UK via the English Channel.
What flower is used to make the beverage agua de Jamaica (huh-MY-kuh)?
Hibiscus.
Agua de Jamaica literally translates to “hibiscus water,” though the beverage is often sweetened as well.
What is the second-largest country in the world, by area?
Canada.
The largest nations by area are Russia, Canada, and the United States.
What city is well-known for manufacturing automobiles and is nicknamed “Motor City”?
Detroit.
Detroit was once home to Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler, three of the most successful auto manufacturers.
What animal is responsible for the most human deaths annually?
Mosquitos.
Because these tiny insects transmit diseases, they are responsible for an estimated 725,000 to one million deaths each year.
What does the medical abbreviation AFIB stand for?
Atrial fibrillation.
This term refers to a disruption in the heart’s normal rhythm
What 1980s soap opera centers on the Ewing family and their oil business?
Dallas.
The real Texas house used for filming has been converted into a museum featuring memorabilia from the show.
What was Charles Dickens’ final novel?
The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
The mystery remains unsolved today, as Dickens did not finish the novel before his death.
Santiago is the capital city of what South American nation?
Chile.
The city was founded in 1541 by Pedro de Valdivia, a Spanish conquistador.
To what famous leader do historians attribute the quote “Lacta alea est,” or “The die is cast”?
Julius Caesar.
According to historical sources, Caesar said this before crossing the Rubicon to invade Italy in 49 BC.
What ancient Greek figure is considered the collector of many fables, including “The Lion and the Mouse”?
Aesop.
Scholars debate whether Aesop was a real person or simply a pen name used by storytellers.
What American writer is best known for her young adult novel The Outsiders?
Susan Eloise Hinton.
Otherwise known as S. E. Hinton, she also penned That Was Then, This Is Now and Rumble Fish.
The Murrawarri Republic is located in what nation?
Australia.
The Indigenous peoples of the Murrawarri Republic have been legally advocating for autonomy since 2013.
What is the largest moon in our solar system?
Ganymede.
The massive, icy moon orbits Jupiter. It is larger than Mercury and may have an underground saltwater ocean.
What sculptor created works like Monument to Balzac and The Gates of Hell?
Rodin.
Most famous for The Thinker, Rodin first showed interest in the arts around age 10.