General knowledge
Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars
What is the capital city of Australia?
Canberra
Who wrote "Romeo and Juliet"?
William Shakespeare
If you drop me, I'm sure to crack, but if you smile at me, I’ll smile back. What am I?
A mirror
Which ancient civilization is known for its pyramids and hieroglyphics?
The Egyptians
Which river is the longest in the world?
The Nile River (or the Amazon River, depending on the measurement used)
What is the name of the bear in "Winnie the Pooh"?
Winnie the Pooh
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How many stripes are there on the American flag?
13
Which river flows through London?
The River Thames
What is the title of the first Harry Potter book?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
I’m tall when I’m young, and I’m short when I’m old. What am I?
A candle
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
Diamond
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What is the name of the author who created the detective Sherlock Holmes?
Arthur Conan Doyle
You see a boat filled with people. It has not sunk, but when you look again, you don’t see a single person on the boat. Why?
All the people were married, so there isn't a "single" person on the boat.
Which scientist developed the three laws of motion?
Isaac Newton
What mountain range separates Europe from Asia?
The Ural Mountains
Who wrote "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland"?
Lewis Carroll
A man is pushing his car along a road and comes to a hotel. He shouts, "I'm bankrupt!" Why?
He is playing Monopoly.