Potpourri Multiple Choice
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
a) Earth
b) Mars
c) Jupiter
d) Venus
b. Mars
True or False:
"Zodiac" comes from a Greek term for sculpted animal figures.
True
1. How are prescription medicines different from over-the-counter medicines?
A. They need medical supervision
B. They have more active ingredients
C. They may have a higher risk for abuse and dependence
D. All of the above
D. All of the Above
What comedian grossed $50 million with his stand-up concert film?
1. Steve Martin
2. Richard Pryor
3. Eddie Murphy
3. Eddie Murphy
In which city and country is The Louvre art museum located?
Paris, France
In which year did the Titanic sink?
a) 1905
b) 1910
c) 1912
d) 1915
c. 1912
What is the fifth sign of the zodiac? (hint: Lion)
Leo
2. Which government agency decides if a medicine is prescription or nonprescription?
A. FDA
B. CDC
C. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
D. National Institutes of Health
A. FDA
What was Rodney Dangerfield's signature line?
1. I can't get no respect.
2. I can't get respect.
3. I don't get no respect.
3. I don't get no respect.
Who painted the “Mona Lisa”?
Leonardo Da Vinci
What was the name of the ancient trade route connecting the East and West?
a) The Spice Road
b) The Silk Road
c) The Gold Road
d) The Iron Path
b. the Silk Road
Which three zodiac signs are water signs?
Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces
Cancer, Pisces and Scorpio
4. What should you do if you miss a dose of a prescription medicine?
A. Take the missed dose right away
B. Skip the dose and get back on schedule
C. Take 2 doses the next time
D. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist what to do
D. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist what to do
True or false: Friends of comedian Andy Kaufman claim he faked his death in 1984.
True. Bob Zmuda, who was Kaufman's close friend and writing partner, says Kaufman began talking about faking his death before he died of lung cancer in 1984.
Which artist is famous for Pop Art
Andy Warhol
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
a) Gold
b) Diamond
c) Iron
d) Quartz
b. Diamond
Which sign is known as the Archer?
5. How much liquid should you take with a pill or tablet?
A. Several sips
B. 2 ounces
C. 4 ounces
D. 8 ounces or more
D. 8 ounces or more
This angry, chain-smoking comedian became well-known for his act No Cure for Cancer.
1. Dennis Leary
2. Andrew Dice Clay
3. George Carlin
1. Dennis Leary
Which famous painter cut off a part of his ear?
Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?
a) Brazil
b) Germany
c) Italy
d) Argentina
a. Brazil
In astrology, what does the Moon symbolize?
B. Emotions
8. How does aging affect the way your body reacts to medicines?
A. Medicines aren't used by your body as effectively
B. Kidneys take longer to rid your body of medicines
C. Medicine stays in your body longer
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
What comedian got her start in stand-up at a Coors Light Super Talent Showcase in Washington?
1. Wanda Sykes
2. Amy Schumer
3. Whitney Cummings
1. Wanda Sykes
Salvador Dalí is associated with which art movement?
Surrealism