History
Who discovered America
Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus’ famous voyage was very nearly stopped in its tracks by a mutiny. His sailors realized how far they had traveled from home, and they were on the verge of rebellion when they finally sighted land.
Robert Plant was the lead singer of which rock band?
Led Zeppelin
The Olympics Are Held Every How Many Years?
4
The Olympics are some of the oldest sporting events in history, dating all the way back to ancient Greece.
On What Date Was The Declaration Of Independence Signed?
July 4, 1776
Who invented the first engine-powered airplane?
The Wright Brothers
In The United States, What Is Marine One?
The presidents helicopter
Marin One might refer to a helicopter, but “Air Force One” actually refers to a special plane that the president uses to fly across the nation. This plan has the ability to coordinate the launch of nuclear warheads.
Michael Jackson passed away just before his This Is It tour, in which year?
2009
What Part Of The Body Can’t Touch The Ball In Soccer?
Hands
In soccer, the only player who can touch the ball with his hands is the goalkeeper, and even then he can't touch it outside the 18-yard box.
What is the position of the player who snaps the ball in football?
Center
What is the term given to heat and light radiated from the sun?
Solar Energy
Which President Was The First To Be Televised?
F.D. Roosevelt
“You’ll remember me when the west wind moves upon the fields of barley” is the opening line of which song?
Sting- Fields of Gold
How Many Points Is A Conversion Kick Worth In A Game Of Rugby?
Two Points
In the game of rugby, the team who scores a try is offered the chance to "convert" with an additional 2 point, leading to a maximum total of 7 points.
In 1951, What Was Broadcasted In America?
First colored Television program
Although the first colored television program was broadcast in 1951, the first working color TV was demonstrated much earlier in 1944. This was done by John Logie Baird, a Scotsman.
What causes the moon to shine?
Reflected Sunlight
Which President Gave The Shortest Inaugural Speech?
George Washington
George Washington said only 130 words during his second inaugural speech. To be fair, he didn’t really need to say much, seeing has he had already established his vision during his first term.
Wuthering Heights was a hit for which female singer?
Kate Bush
In Which Sport Are The Terms “Stale Fish” And “Mule Kick” Used?
Snowboarding
There are plenty of other interesting names for snowboarding tricks, including the "melon" and the "flying squirrel."
Who is this band?
Fleetwood Mac
What are the small bones that make up a backbone called?
Vertebrae
What Was The Original Name Of Martin Luther King, Jr.?
Michael
Martin Luther King Jr. actually changed his name from Michael to Martin after his father did the same. His father changed his name to Martin in order to honor the great theologian and Protestant leader, Martin Luther
In which year was the YMCA song released?
1978- Village People
What Is Canada’s National Sport?
Lacrosse
Lacrosse was actually invented by the First Nations tribe as a kind of mock warfare. Eventually, it evolved into today's modern sport.
What Material Was First Used To Cover Baseballs?
Cowhide
In fact, cowhide is still used to cover baseball. There was a brief period when horsehide was considered as a replacement, but it never panned out.
What event is caused by radiation hitting the Earth's atmosphere?
Northern Lights