Trivia Questions and Answers (2024 Edition)

Uranus is the only planet that rotates on its side, unlike other planets that rotate more upright.

The record for the longest hiccuping spree is 68 years.

The unicorn is the national animal of Scotland.

Durian is known as the 'king of fruits', but it's disliked due to its strong smell and banned in some places.

Coulrophobia is the fear of clowns.

Hippopotamus milk is pink.

Reykjavik, Iceland is the northernmost capital city in the world.

The Great Fire of London occurred in 1666.

Woody is the name of the cowboy toy in the movie "Toy Story."

A group of fish is called a school.

Leaves fall off trees in the autumn or fall season.

There are seven colors in a rainbow.

A chameleon is known for its ability to change color.

The kangaroo is an animal that has a pouch for its young.

CC in email means Carbon Copy.

The core component of a computer.

A famous nurse known for her work during the Crimean War, considered the founder of modern nursing.

The ship that brought the Pilgrims to America in 1620.

The boy band Justin Timberlake was a member of before his solo career.

This band was known for its heavy sound, impressive guitar riffs and long instrumental sections, popular in the 70s.

The home of the Greek Gods.

The heel, which was the only part of his body not invulnerable.

The messenger of the gods in Greek mythology.

A paradise warriors go to after death in Norse mythology.

The Nile River is the longest river in the world, flowing through eleven countries in northeastern Africa.

The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, covering most of North Africa.

Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand, located on the southern tip of the North Island.

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, located off the coast of Italy.

Japan is known as the 'Land of the Rising Sun' due to its geographical location in the east.

The Pharaohs were the kings and queens of ancient Egypt, ruling over the kingdom for thousands of years.

Three Great Pyramids of Giza were built by the ancient Egyptians, each dedicated to a different pharaoh.

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in 1914 triggered the outbreak of World War I.

The first episode of the animated series 'South Park' aired in 1997.

Joaquin Phoenix won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 2020 for his role as the Joker.

Forrest Gump's mother famously says, 'Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you're gonna get.'

The Lion King is an animated film featuring the character Simba and the famous song 'Circle of Life'.

Quentin Tarantino directed the 1994 film 'Pulp Fiction'.

The main character in 'The Shawshank Redemption', played by Tim Robbins, is named Andy Dufresne.

In 'Casablanca', Humphrey Bogart's character Rick Blaine says to Ilsa Lund, 'Here's looking at you, kid.'

Actor Nicholas Cage has appeared in movies such as 'Face Off' and 'Ghost Rider'.

Mao Zedong led the Communist Party of China to victory in the Chinese Civil War, establishing the People's Republic of China.

Nelson Mandela, a prominent anti-apartheid revolutionary and political leader, was from South Africa.

The African National Congress (ANC) is the largest political party in South Africa, playing a key role in the fight against apartheid and transition to democracy.

An affidavit is a written statement made under oath, often used in legal proceedings to provide evidence.

A misdemeanor is a less serious crime than a felony, typically resulting in fines, community service, or a shorter jail sentence.

A jury is a group of people sworn in to listen to evidence and make a decision or verdict in a court case.

A plea bargain is an agreement between the prosecution and the accused, where the accused pleads guilty in exchange for a lesser sentence.

Al Capone led The Chicago Outfit, a notorious criminal organization during the Prohibition era in the United States.