Worldstar Questions Flashcards

General Overview

• "Questions" is a show on Worldstar that quizzes people on seemingly basic knowledge.
• The show features simple yet tricky questions designed to challenge common assumptions.

Key Questions and Answers

• Nation's Capital: Washington DC
• Spelling Trick: 'E Y E S' spells "eyes," highlighting the importance of how words are presented.
• Traffic Light Riddle: At a green light, you "GO!" emphasizing the expectation of understanding traffic signals.

Logical Puzzles

• Weight Comparison: A pound of cotton and a pound of stone both weigh the same – one pound, illustrating misconceptions about weight.
• Name Riddle: The fourth child of a mother with children named North, East, and South is named "You," demonstrating attention to wording.
• Puppy Math: With 13 puppies, if all but 8 died, 8 remain, showcasing the need to parse statements carefully.

Historical Knowledge

• Benjamin Franklin: He did not serve as a president, challenging common assumptions about prominent historical figures.
• American Flag: There are 50 stars on the American Flag, representing the 50 states of the United States.

Common Misconceptions

• Math Confusion: 7 plus 6 equals 13, not 12, to illustrate typical mathematical misunderstandings.
• Geography Question: LA, Chicago, and Miami are cities, not states, emphasizing the distinction between cities and states.

Alphabet and Days

• Alphabet Trivia: The last four letters of the alphabet are VWXYZ.
• Months' Days Riddle: All months have at least 28 days; this highlights the trickiness of counting days.

Survival and Logic

• Plane Crash Riddle: Survivors would not be buried, emphasizing the need for critical thinking.
• Boston Tea Party: It took place in Massachusetts, a notable event in U.S. history.

Daily Life and Technology

• Days Starting with T: Today and Tomorrow answer the question, focusing on common language use.
• E-mail Definition: The 'E' in E-mail stands for Electronic, showing the straightforward meaning behind technology terms.