145 Question General Knowledge Mixed Trivia Challenge

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This trivia challenge will take you on an exciting journey through a variety of topics, including general knowledge, history, science, and more. With 145 questions to answer, you’ll be sure to learn something new and have a lot of fun in the process.

So get ready to sharpen your wits and challenge yourself with this mixed trivia challenge! With questions ranging from the ancient world to modern technology, you’ll be sure to find something to test your knowledge. So let’s get started!

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 1

1. In which year was the movie “American Graffiti” starring Harrison Ford released?
   • 1976
   • 1981
   • 1973
   • 1980
   The correct answer is 1973.
   The movie American Graffiti, starring Harrison Ford, was released in 1973, marking the beginning of Ford’s career as an actor.
2. Arnold Schwarzenegger made his film debut in 1974 In What Movie
   • Rambo
   • Pumping Iron
   • Conon the Barbarian
   • The Terminator
   The correct answer is “Pumping Iron”.
   Arnold Schwarzenegger made his film debut in 1974 with the documentary Pumping Iron, which focused on his career as a professional bodybuilder.
3. Name a 1989 movie starring Rick Moranis?
   • Sin City
   • Wonder
   • Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
   • Parenthood
   The correct answer is “Parenthood”.
   Parenthood is a 1989 comedy-drama film starring Rick Moranis, about the struggles of a large family as they learn to cope with the demands of everyday life.
4. In what year was Richard Donner’s movie “Scrooged” released?
   • 1994
   • 1988
   • 1983
   • 1981
   The correct answer is 1988.
   Scrooged is a 1988 American Christmas comedy film directed by Richard Donner and starring Bill Murray. It is a modern retelling of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.
5. Pineapple is a variety of which produce?
   • Melon
   • Apple
   • Tomato
   • Berry
   The correct answer is Tomato.
   Tomato is a type of fruit that belongs to the nightshade family and is commonly used in cooking.
6. In what year was hanging abolished in the UK?
   • 1965
   • 1968
   • 1967
   • 1966
   The correct answer is “1965”.
   In 1965, the UK abolished the practice of hanging as a form of capital punishment, replacing it with life imprisonment.
7. Who released the 70’s album entitled Transformer
   • Lou Reed
   • Rush
   • Van Halen
   • Yes
   The correct answer is “Lou Reed”.
   Lou Reed was an American musician and songwriter who released the album Transformer in 1972.
8. “C2H2” is the chemical formula for which gas?
   • Acetylene
   • Methane
   • Propane
   • Butane
   The correct answer is Acetylene.
   Acetylene is a gas composed of two carbon atoms and two hydrogen atoms, represented by the chemical formula C2H2.
9. What is the latin name for Foxglove?
   • Ursus Arctos Horribilis
   • Erinaceus Europaeus
   • Ursus Americanus
   • Digitalis Purpurea
   The correct answer is Digitalis Purpurea.
   Digitalis Purpurea is a species of flowering plant in the plantain family, native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is commonly known as foxglove and has a long history of medicinal use.

10. In which year was the movie “Blade Runner” starring Harrison Ford released?
    • 1959
    • 2002
    • 1954
    • 1982
    The correct answer is 1982.
    The sci-fi classic “Blade Runner,” starring Harrison Ford, was released in 1982.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 2

11. Which is not a type of geologist?
    • Egyptologist
    • Mineralogist
    • Gemologist
    • Volcanologist
    The correct answer is “Egyptologist”.
    Egyptologists specialize in the study of ancient Egypt, while geologists study the Earth’s physical structure, composition, and history.
12. Who wrote the novel “The Catcher in the Rye”?
    • John Steinbeck
    • Ernest Hemingway
    • J.D. Salinger
    • F. Scott Fitzgerald
    The correct answer is J.D. Salinger.
    J.D. Salinger was an American author and novelist who wrote the classic 1951 novel The Catcher in the Rye.
13. Who sang the theme tune to the James Bond. Movie “The Spy Who Loved Me
    • Carly Simon
    • Nancy Sinatra
    • Shirley Bassey
    • Tina Turner
    The correct answer is “Carly Simon”.
    Carly Simon is an American singer-songwriter who released the song “Nobody Does It Better” as the theme tune for the 1977 James Bond movie The Spy Who Loved Me.
14. Which animal father is not responsible for looking after his unhatched eggs?
    • a Darwin frog
    • a shrimp
    • an Emperor Penguin
    • a sea catfish
    The correct answer is “a shrimp”.
    Shrimp fathers do not provide parental care for their unhatched eggs and are not responsible for looking after them.
15. In which year was the movie “Dog Day Afternoon” starring Al Pacino released?
    • 1996
    • 1975
    • 1973
    • 1972
    The correct answer is 1975.
    The movie “Dog Day Afternoon” starring Al Pacino was released in 1975 and was an instant hit, becoming one of the most iconic films of the decade.
16. Who released the 70’s album entitled Hunky Dory
    • Aerosmith
    • Neil Young
    • David Bowie
    • Rod Stewart
    The correct answer is “David Bowie”.
    David Bowie was an English singer, songwriter, and actor who released the 1970s album, “Hunky Dory”, to critical acclaim.
17. What is the Scrabble score for the 3-letter word “Cat”?
    • 8 points
    • 5 points
    • 9 points
    • 4 points
    The correct answer is 5 points.
    The word “cat” is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
18. In what year was Tim Burton’s movie “Big Eyes” released?
    • 1961
    • 1963
    • 2014
    • 2010
    The correct answer is 2014.
    Tim Burton’s movie Big Eyes, a biographical drama about the life of artist Margaret Keane, was released in cinemas in 2014.
19. Who painted the masterpiece “I And The Village”?
    • Marc Chagall
    • H. G. Wells
    • Edward Hopper
    • Johannes Vermeer
    The correct answer is Marc Chagall.
    Marc Chagall was a Russian-French artist who painted the 1911 painting, I And The Village, which is considered to be one of his most famous works.

20. What is the latin name for Shrimp?
    • Penaeus Monodon
    • Lonicera Periclymenum
    • Panthera Uncia
    • Dasypus Novemcinctus
    The correct answer is Penaeus Monodon.
    Penaeus Monodon is the scientific name for the species of shrimp commonly found in oceans and coastal waters around the world.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 3

21. Who won the Best Actor Oscar for “The King’s Speech”?
    • Colin Firth
    • Jamie Foxx
    • Sophie Marceau
    • Uma Thurman
    The correct answer is Colin Firth.
    Colin Firth won the Best Actor Oscar for his role as King George VI in the 2010 drama film The King’s Speech.
22. Ram-Man was a character from which 1980’s toy craze?
    • Zoids
    • ThunderCats
    • Transformers
    • He-Man & The Masters of the Universe
    The coorect answer is He-Man & The Masters of the Universe.
    Ram-Man was a heroic action figure from the 1980s toy craze He-Man & The Masters of the Universe, which featured characters from the popular cartoon series.
23. Name a 2005 movie starring Jim Carrey?
    • Lord of War
    • Fun with Dick and Jane
    • Death Wish
    • Brother Bear 2
    The correct answer is “Fun with Dick and Jane”.
    Fun with Dick and Jane is a 2005 comedy film starring Jim Carrey and Tea Leoni as a couple who resort to criminal activities to make ends meet after they lose their jobs.
24. How many lines are in a limerick?
    • Five
    • Four
    • Seven
    • Three
    The correct answer is “Five”.
    A limerick is a type of poem that consists of five lines, with the first, second, and fifth lines rhyming and the third and fourth lines rhyming.

25. Name a 1983 movie starring Robert Downey Jr?
    • Zandalee
    • Independence Day
    • Baby It’s You
    • The Singing Detective
    The correct answer is “Baby It’s You”.
    Baby It’s You is a 1983 romantic comedy-drama film starring Robert Downey Jr. as a high school student who falls in love with a Jewish classmate.
26. Beefmaster is a variety of which produce?
    • Apple
    • Melon
    • Tomato
    • Berry
    The correct answer is Tomato.
    Beefmaster is a variety of tomato that is known for its large size and sweet flavor.
27. I am drinking a golden liquid from a stemmed glass called a flute. Can you name this liquid?
    • tea
    • champagne
    • chardonnay
    • cider
    The correct answer is “champagne”.
    Champagne is a sparkling white wine made using a specific method of fermentation and is typically served in a flute glass.
28. Which U.S. President came before Andrew Johnson?
    • Abraham Lincoln
    • Grover Cleveland
    • George Washington
    • Andrew Johnson
    The correct answer is Abraham Lincoln.
    Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States, serving from 1861 to 1865. He was succeeded by Andrew Johnson, who was the 17th President.
29. In which year was the movie “The Outsiders” starring Patrick Swayze released?
    • 1987
    • 1983
    • 1979
    • 1982
    The correct answer is 1983.
    The movie The Outsiders starring Patrick Swayze was released in 1983, the same year that Swayze’s career began to take off.

30. In what year was the Live Aid rock concert held in London and Philadelphia to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia?
    • 1991
    • 1985
    • 1983
    • 1986
    The correct answer is 1985.
    Live Aid was a dual-venue rock concert held in London and Philadelphia in 1985 to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 4

31. Name a 1998 movie starring Adam Sandler?
    • The Nutty Professor
    • Mirror Mirror
    • The Wedding Singer
    • Yes Man
    The correct answer is “The Wedding Singer”.
    The Wedding Singer is a romantic comedy starring Adam Sandler as a wedding singer who falls in love with a waitress.
32. Which one of the following dates was a leap year?
    • 1962
    • 1959
    • 1960
    • 1961
    The correct answer is 1960.
    1960 was a leap year because it is evenly divisible by 4, which is a requirement for a year to be a leap year.
33. In which year was the movie “The Legend of Bagger Vance” starring Will Smith released?
    • 2002
    • 2003
    • 2000
    • 1992
    The correct answer is 2000.
    The movie “The Legend of Bagger Vance,” starring Will Smith, was released in 2000.
34. Who was the eighth president of the United States?
    • Warren G. Harding
    • Martin Van Buren
    • Thomas Jefferson
    • Calvin Coolidge
    The correct answer is Martin Van Buren.
    Martin Van Buren was the 8th President of the United States, serving from 1837 to 1841. He was the first President to be born a US citizen, having been born in New York in 1782.
35. Which 60’s singing duo divorced after 11 years of marriage?
    • Johnny and June Cash
    • Simon and Garfunkel
    • Ike and Tina Turner
    • Sonny and Cher
    The correct answer is Sonny and Cher. How did you score?
    Sonny and Cher, a famous 1960s singing duo, divorced after 11 years of marriage due to personal differences and a decline in their professional partnership.
36. Which man made landmark can be seen from space?
    • None of these
    • Golden Gate Bridge
    • Great Wall of China
    • Egyptian Pyramids
    The correct answer is “None of these”.
    None of these options are man-made landmarks that can be seen from space.
37. Which pioneer completed the first circumnavigation of the world for Spain?
    • Mahatma Gandhi
    • Ferdinand Magellan
    • Vasco da Gama
    • Robert Peary
    The correct answer is Ferdinand Magellan.
    Ferdinand Magellan was a Portuguese explorer who led the first expedition to successfully circumnavigate the world on behalf of the Spanish crown in 1519-1522.
38. Which U.S. President came after Zachary Taylor?
    • John C. Calhoun
    • Ulysses S. Grant
    • Millard Fillmore
    • Andrew Johnson
    The correct answer is Millard Fillmore.
    Millard Fillmore was the 13th President of the United States, succeeding Zachary Taylor who died in office in 1850.
39. In what year were Nelson Mandela and Frederik Willem de Klerk awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
    • 1999
    • 2004
    • 1990
    • 1980
    The correct answer is 1990.
    In 1990, Nelson Mandela and Frederik Willem de Klerk were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to dismantle apartheid and peacefully transition South Africa to democracy.

40. The type of cheese called “Red Leicester” comes from which country?
    • Italy
    • Burkina
    • Colombia
    • England
    The correct answer is England.
    Red Leicester is an English cheese made from cow’s milk, originating from the county of Leicestershire in England.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 5

41. Which country is known as the Land of White Elephant?
    • South Africa
    • Thailand
    • Ghana
    • Ethiopia
    The correct answer is “Thailand”.
    Thailand is known as the Land of White Elephant due to its long history of honoring and venerating the white elephant, which is seen as a symbol of royalty and prosperity.
42. Who directed the 1987 movie “Lethal Weapon?
    • Richard Donner
    • Tim Burton
    • John Carpenter
    • Francis Ford Coppola
    The correct answer is Richard Donner.
    Richard Donner is an American film director who is best known for his work on the 1987 action-comedy movie Lethal Weapon, starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover.
43. The French langauge term “Le jardin” transaltes to what in English?
    • Something
    • Garden
    • Afternoon
    • I don’t like
    The corrrect answer is “Garden”.
    In French, “Le jardin” literally translates to “the garden” in English, referring to a place of outdoor beauty and relaxation.
44. Name a 1989 movie starring Adam Sandler?
    • Going Overboard
    • 48 Hrs
    • Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
    • Only You
    The correct answer is “Going Overboard”.
    Going Overboard is a 1989 comedy film starring Adam Sandler in his feature film debut. It follows the misadventures of a cruise ship entertainer who falls in love with a wealthy passenger.

45. Aeroflot is the flag carrier of which country?
    • Greece
    • Mongolia
    • Ireland
    • Russia
    The correct answer is “Russia”.
    Aeroflot is the national airline of Russia, established in 1923 and serving as the country’s largest airline.
46. Stockholm is the capital of?
    • Norway
    • Sweden
    • Denmark
    • Finland
    The correct answer is “Sweden”.
    Stockholm is the largest city and the political, economic, and cultural center of Sweden.
47. In which year did Hurricane Andrew devastate South Florida?
    • 1992
    • 1983
    • 1988
    • 1997
    The correct answer is 1992.
    Hurricane Andrew was one of the most destructive storms to ever hit the United States, devastating South Florida in 1992.
48. Which one of the following is planet (or dwarf planet) rather than a moon?
    • Titan
    • Deimo
    • Kepler-701b
    • Proteus
    The correct answer is Kepler-701b.
    Kepler-701b is an exoplanet, located outside of our Solar System, and is not a moon.
49. Which UK act finished with “nul points” in 2003?
    • Jemini
    • Gina G
    • Love City Groove
    • Katrina and the Waves
    The correct answer is “Jemini”.
    Jemini, a UK pop duo, were the unfortunate recipients of the dreaded ‘nul points’ in the 2003 Eurovision Song Contest, the first and only act from the UK to ever receive such a result.

50. What is the 9th year wedding anniversary traditionally represented by?
    • Lead or Zinc
    • Tin or Aluminum
    • Willow or Pottery
    • Platinum
    The correct answer is Willow or Pottery.
    The 9th year wedding anniversary is traditionally represented by willow or pottery, symbolizing the strength and endurance of a long-lasting marriage.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 6

51. Who had a hit with Schools Out in 1972?
    • Van Halen
    • Alice Cooper
    • Deep Purple
    • David Bowie
    The correct answer is “Alice Cooper”.
    Alice Cooper, an American rock singer, songwriter, and actor, released the hit single “School’s Out” in 1972.
52. Name a 1987 movie starring Rick Moranis?
    • Spaceballs
    • Billy Bathgate
    • Hitch
    • Shrek 2
    The correct answer is “Spaceballs”.
    Spaceballs is a 1987 comedy film starring Rick Moranis as the villainous Dark Helmet, a parody of Darth Vader from Star Wars.
53. Where would you be most likely to see a “widow’s peak”?
    • at church
    • at a motorsport event
    • in a cemetery
    • on the human head
    The correct answer is “on the human head”.
    A widow’s peak is a V-shaped point in the hairline at the center of the forehead, and is most commonly seen on the human head.
54. When is the Feast Day of St. Francis Xavier?
    • January 1st
    • March 19th
    • June 29th
    • December 3rd
    The correct answer is “December 3rd”.
    The Feast Day of St. Francis Xavier is a religious holiday celebrated annually on December 3rd to honor the life and works of St. Francis Xavier, a 16th-century missionary and Catholic saint.
55. In which year was the classic novel Great Expectations published?
    • 1861
    • 1944
    • 1852
    • 1853
    The correct answer is 1861.
    The classic novel Great Expectations was published in 1861, marking the beginning of Charles Dickens’ thirteenth novel.
56. Tenerife is an island located where in the world?
    • China
    • Germany
    • Spain
    • Japan
    The correct answer is Spain.
    Tenerife is an island located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Spain.
57. What do you call a group of lions?
    • Mob
    • Pride
    • Pack
    • Army
    The correct answer is “Pride”.
    A Pride is a collective term for a group of lions, typically consisting of related females, their cubs, and a few adult males.
58. Comedian Milton Berle was born in which year?
    • 1958
    • 1968
    • 1894
    • 1908
    The correct answer is 1908.
    Milton Berle, an American comedian, was born in 1908 in New York City.
59. Which character or actor did NOT appear in “The Leftovers”?
    • Nora Durst
    • Matt Jamison
    • Luke Crain
    • Kevin Garvey
    The correct answer is Luke Crain.
    Luke Crain is a character in the novel that the show is based on, but he does not appear in the television series.

60. Name a 1993 movie starring Anthony Hopkins?
    • Bright
    • Going Overboard
    • Shadowlands
    • In Country
    The correct answer is “Shadowlands”.
    Shadowlands is a 1993 biographical drama film about the life of C.S. Lewis, starring Anthony Hopkins in the lead role.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 7

61. In which prehistoric era did the Deinonychus roam the Earth?
    • Permian
    • Early Cretaceous
    • Late Triassic
    • Late Jurassic
    The correct era is Early Cretaceous.
    Deinonychus lived during the Early Cretaceous period, between 145 and 100 million years ago, when the climate was much warmer and wetter than today.
62. In which year was the movie “The Party at Kitty and Stud’s” starring Sylvester Stallone released?
    • 1971
    • 1970
    • 1972
    • 1979
    The correct answer is 1970.
    The Party at Kitty and Stud’s was Sylvester Stallone’s first film, released in 1970.
63. Comedian Steven Wright was born in which year?
    • 1955
    • 1937
    • 1894
    • 1950
    The correct answer is 1955.
    Steven Wright is an American stand-up comedian, actor and writer known for his deadpan style and witty one-liners. He was born on December 6, 1955 in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
64. Which U.S. President came before Herbert Hoover?
    • Charles G. Dawes
    • Richard M. Nixon
    • Ronald Reagan
    • Calvin Coolidge
    The correct answer is Calvin Coolidge.
    Calvin Coolidge was the 30th President of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929, before Herbert Hoover.

65. Ankara is the capital of?
    • Egypt
    • Ukraine
    • Lithuania
    • Turkey
    The correct answer is “Turkey”.
    Ankara is the largest city in Turkey and serves as the country’s political and administrative center.
66. Who was James Dean’s leading lady in “Rebel Without a Cause”?
    • Eva Marie Saint
    • Grace Kelly
    • Natalie Wood
    • Kim Novak
    The correct answer is “Natalie Wood”.
    Natalie Wood was an American actress who starred opposite James Dean in the 1955 film “Rebel Without a Cause”.
67. What creature attacked President Jimmy Carter in a boat in 1979?
    • Penguin
    • Duck
    • Pelican
    • Dolphin
    The correct answer is “Duck”.
    A duck attacked President Jimmy Carter while he was in a boat in 1979. The duck flew into the boat and pecked at the President, prompting him to duck and cover.
68. Before the 12th and 13th century which city was the capital of England?
    • Chester
    • Winchester
    • Warwick
    • Manchester
    The correct answer is “Winchester”.
    Winchester was an important city in England and served as the capital from the 5th century until the 12th and 13th century, when London became the capital.
69. Who invented the airplane?
    • Alexander Graham Bell
    • Henry Ford
    • Thomas Edison
    • Orville and Wilbur Wright
    The correct answer is Orville and Wilbur Wright.
    Orville and Wilbur Wright were two American brothers who successfully designed, built, and flew the world’s first successful motor-operated airplane in 1903.

70. Pteromerhanophobia is a fear of?
    • dinosuars
    • birds
    • fish
    • flying
    The correct answer is “flying”.
    Pteromerhanophobia is an intense fear of flying, which can cause feelings of panic and distress when confronted with the prospect of being on an airplane.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 8

71. Which U.S. President came after Jimmy Carter?
    • James Monroe
    • Spiro T. Agnew
    • Ronald Reagan
    • John Adams
    The correct answer is Ronald Reagan.
    Ronald Reagan was the 40th President of the United States and served from 1981 to 1989, succeeding Jimmy Carter.
72. Can you unjumble “Susna Yhdwara” to reveal a famous actor?
    • Robert Redford
    • Debra Winger
    • Jeanne Crain
    • Susan Hayward
    The correct answer is Susan Hayward. Did you get it right?
    The correct answer is Susan Hayward, an American actress who starred in many films throughout the 1940s and 1950s, including the 1949 film, “I Want to Live!” for which she won an Academy Award.
73. Which U.S. President came before John Tyler?
    • William Henry Harrison
    • Abraham Lincoln
    • Herbert Hoover
    • Richard M. Johnson
    The correct answer is William Henry Harrison.
    William Henry Harrison was the ninth President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1841 until his death on April 4, 1841, making him the first President to die in office. His brief tenure was preceded by John Tyler.
74. Name a 1998 movie starring Bruce Willis?
    • The Patriot
    • In Country
    • There’s Something About Mary
    • Armageddon
    The correct answer is “Armageddon”.
    Armageddon is a 1998 action-adventure film starring Bruce Willis as the leader of a team of oil drillers sent to save Earth from an asteroid on a collision course.
75. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 2007 for the movie “No Country for Old Men”?
    • Ang Lee
    • Martin Scorsese
    • Sergio Leone
    • Joel and Ethan Coen
    The correct answer is Joel and Ethan Coen.
    Joel and Ethan Coen are a pair of brothers who collaborated to direct the Academy Award winning movie No Country for Old Men in 2007, earning them the Best Director Oscar.
76. The planet the comes after Saturn if you were travelling away from the Sun is?
    • Jupiter
    • Neptune
    • Ganymede
    • Uranus
    The correct answer is Uranus.
    Uranus is the seventh planet from the Sun and the third largest, located beyond Saturn in the Solar System.
77. Which children’s author wrote Gansta Granny?
    • Ronald Dahl
    • Judith Kerr
    • David Walliams
    • J. K. Rowling
    The correct answer is “David Walliams”.
    David Walliams is an English comedian, actor, and author best known for his children’s books, including the popular novel “Gansta Granny”.
78. Wolverhampton rockers Slade were originally called?
    • Glittermen
    • Heavy Metal Kids
    • Sweetshop
    • The N’Betweens
    The correct answer is “The N’Betweens”.
    The N’Betweens was the original name of the British rock band, Slade, when they formed in Wolverhampton, England in 1966.
79. Name a 2004 movie starring Matt Damon?
    • Nixon
    • Zoolander 2
    • Ocean’s Twelve
    • Moonstruck
    The correct answer is “Ocean’s Twelve”.
    Ocean’s Twelve is a 2004 heist comedy film starring Matt Damon as one of the members of a gang of criminals attempting to pull off a major heist.

80. In which year was the movie “The Monuments Men” starring Matt Damon released?
    • 2021
    • 2004
    • 2014
    • 2015
    The correct answer is 2014.
    The Monuments Men, a movie starring Matt Damon, was released in 2014.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 9

81. What is the 3rd year wedding anniversary traditionally represented by?
    • Cardboard
    • Cotton
    • Leather
    • Polyester
    The correct answer is Leather.
    Leather is traditionally used to represent the 3rd year wedding anniversary because it is a strong and durable material, symbolizing the strength and longevity of the couple’s relationship.
82. Name a 2015 movie starring Adam Sandler?
    • Pixels
    • Dying Young
    • The Pelican Brief
    • 50 First Dates
    The correct answer is “Pixels”.
    Pixels is a 2015 science fiction comedy film starring Adam Sandler, in which aliens misinterpret video-feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war against them.
83. The city of Amman is located in which continent?
    • North America
    • Asia
    • South America
    • Europe
    The correct answer is Asia. Did you get it right?
    Amman is the capital of Jordan and is located in the Middle East region of Asia.
84. What is the latin name for Black-eyed Susan?
    • Rudbeckia Hirta
    • Erithacus Rubecula
    • Homarus Gammarus
    • Taraxacum Officinale
    The correct answer is Rudbeckia Hirta.
    This is the scientific name for the Black-eyed Susan, a popular flowering plant species found in North America.

85. What node controls the heart’s tempo?
    • lymph
    • schmorl
    • heberden
    • sinoatrial
    The correct answer is “sinoatrial”.
    The sinoatrial node is a specialized group of cells in the heart that generate electrical impulses and regulate the heart’s tempo.
86. How many sides does a hexagon have?
    • 12
    • 6
    • 0
    • 1
    The correct answer is 6 sides.
    A hexagon is a two-dimensional, closed shape with six straight sides and six angles.
87. Which Islands In The Indian Ocean Gained Their Independence From Britain In 1976
    • Sri Lanka
    • Virgin Islands
    • The Seychelles
    • Christmas Island
    The correct answer is “The Seychelles”.
    The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean that gained independence from Britain in 1976.
88. When was the Kon-Tiki expedition?
    • 1953
    • 1947
    • 1919
    • 1956
    The correct answer is “1947”.
    The Kon-Tiki expedition was a journey across the Pacific Ocean on a wooden raft in 1947 led by Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl.
89. What is the official language of Brazil?
    • Portuguese
    • Brazilian
    • Spanish
    • English
    The correct answer is “Portuguese”.
    Brazil is the largest country in South America and Portuguese is its official language, spoken by the majority of its population.

90. How many primary colors are there?
    • five
    • three
    • four
    • two
    The correct answer is “three”.
    The primary colors are red, blue, and yellow. These colors are the basis of all other colors and cannot be created by mixing other colors.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 10

91. What name did Madonna adopt when she joined the Kabbalah faith?
    • Ruth
    • Esther
    • Catherine
    • Mary
    The correct answer is “Esther”.
    Esther is the name Madonna adopted when she joined the Kabbalah faith, a Jewish spiritual practice that focuses on the teachings of the Torah.
92. “NO2” is the chemical formula for which gas?
    • Nitrogen dioxide
    • Chlorine
    • Arsine
    • Hydrogen chloride
    The correct answer is Nitrogen dioxide.
    Nitrogen dioxide is a toxic gas composed of two atoms of nitrogen and two atoms of oxygen.
93. Which Band Were Dropped By Their Label EMI In 1978 On Grounds Of Unacceptable Behavior
    • The Sex Pistols
    • The Rolling Stones
    • Queen
    • The Beatles
    The correct answer is “The Sex Pistols”.
    The Sex Pistols were an English punk rock band that were dropped by their label EMI in 1978 due to their controversial behavior and image.
94. Name a 1992 movie starring Mike Myers?
    • Cop Out
    • Vice
    • Joe
    • Wayne’s World
    The correct answer is “Wayne’s World”.
    Wayne’s World is a 1992 comedy starring Mike Myers as the title character, Wayne Campbell, who hosts a public access television show from his basement.
95. Aerophobia is a fear of?
    • dentists
    • clowns
    • small things
    • flying
    The correct answer is “flying”.
    Aerophobia is an irrational fear of flying, which can cause intense anxiety and panic when faced with the prospect of air travel.
96. Phuket is an island located where in the world?
    • Japan
    • Thailand
    • Engand
    • Spain
    The correct answer is Thailand.
    Phuket is an island in the Andaman Sea off the coast of Thailand in Southeast Asia.
97. In what year did King William IV ascend to the throne?
    • 1821
    • 1836
    • 1830
    • 1834
    The correct answer is 1830.
    King William IV succeeded his brother, King George IV, in 1830, becoming the third monarch of the House of Hanover.
98. Orko was a character from which 1980’s toy craze?
    • ThunderCats
    • He-Man & The Masters of the Universe
    • Transformers
    • Zoids
    The coorect answer is He-Man & The Masters of the Universe.
    Orko was a character from the popular 1980s toy line He-Man & The Masters of the Universe, which spawned an animated television series and other media.
99. In which city would you find the International Court of Justice?
    • Paris
    • Amsterdam
    • Le Hague
    • Berlin
    The correct answer is “Le Hague”.
    Le Hague is the seat of the International Court of Justice, the primary judicial branch of the United Nations. It is located in the Netherlands and is the world’s leading center for international law.

100. What does “E” represent in E=MC2?
     • Earth
     • Elasticity
     • Energy
     • Eon
     The correct answer is “Energy”.
     E in E=MC2 stands for Energy, which is the capacity to do work or cause change.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 11

101. What is the 14th year wedding anniversary traditionally represented by?
     • Ivory
     • Rattan or Terracotta
     • Steel
     • Stainless Steel
     The correct answer is Ivory.
     The 14th year wedding anniversary is traditionally represented by Ivory, which symbolizes the strength and resilience of the couple’s relationship.
102. The movie “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi” was released in what year?
     • 1977
     • 1979
     • 1983
     • 1962
     The correct answer is 1983.
     The sixth installment of the Star Wars franchise, Return of the Jedi, was released in 1983 and marked the conclusion of the original trilogy.
103. Which country won the most gold medals at the London 2012 Olympic Games?
     • USA
     • China
     • Jamaica
     • UK
     The correct answer is “USA”.
     The United States of America won the most gold medals at the London 2012 Olympic Games, with a total of 46 gold medals.
104. The Explorer 1 satellite was launched in what year?
     • 1968
     • 1973
     • 1958
     • 1960
     The correct answer is 1958.
     The Explorer 1 satellite was the first satellite launched by the United States as part of the International Geophysical Year, and was launched in 1958.

105. Empire is a variety of which produce?
     • Potato
     • Melon
     • Apple
     • Tomato
     The correct answer is Apple.
     Apple is a type of fruit tree which produces the edible fruit of the same name.
106. Vilnius is the capital of?
     • Ukraine
     • Lithuania
     • Georgia
     • Poland
     The correct answer is “Lithuania”.
     Vilnius is the largest city and the administrative center of Lithuania, making it the country’s capital.
107. Which U.S. President came before Donald J. Trump?
     • Benjamin Harrison
     • Barack Obama
     • Zachary Taylor
     • Dan Quayle
     The correct answer is Barack Obama.
     Barack Obama was the 44th President of the United States, serving from 2009 to 2017, before Donald J. Trump became the 45th President.
108. Can you unjumble “Egladn Jnacsko” to reveal a famous actor?
     • Michael Clarke Duncan
     • Joaquin Phoenix
     • Glenda Jackson
     • Shirley Temple
     The correct answer is Glenda Jackson. Did you get it right?
     Yes, Glenda Jackson is a famous British actor who has won two Academy Awards for her performances in the films “Women in Love” and “A Touch of Class”.
109. In which year was the movie “The Lone Ranger” starring Johnny Depp released?
     • 2020
     • 2018
     • 2003
     • 2013
     The correct answer is 2013.
     The Lone Ranger starring Johnny Depp was released in 2013, the same year it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.

110. Which U.S. President came before James Buchanan?
     • Franklin Pierce
     • Woodrow Wilson
     • Zachary Taylor
     • John C. Breckinridge
     The correct answer is Franklin Pierce.
     Franklin Pierce was the 14th President of the United States, serving from 1853 to 1857, preceding James Buchanan, the 15th President.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 12

111. Which character or actor did NOT appear in “The Office”?
     • Raj Koothrappali
     • Michael Scott
     • Dwight Schrute
     • Jim Halpert
     The correct answer is Raj Koothrappali.
     Raj Koothrappali was a character from the sitcom The Big Bang Theory, not The Office.
112. Which U.S. President came before Gerald R. Ford?
     • Bill Clinton
     • Franklin Pierce
     • Lyndon B. Johnson
     • Richard M. Nixon
     The correct answer is Richard M. Nixon.
     Richard M. Nixon was the 37th President of the United States and served from 1969 to 1974 before Gerald R. Ford took office in 1974.
113. What is the number of squares on a chess board?
     • 72
     • 32
     • 64
     • 48
     The correct answer is “64”.
     A chess board has 8 rows and 8 columns of squares, for a total of 64 squares.
114. Name a 1982 movie starring Mel Gibson?
     • The Year of Living Dangerously
     • Footloose
     • Confessions of a Dangerous Mind
     • Cosmic Sin
     The correct answer is “The Year of Living Dangerously”.
     The Year of Living Dangerously is a 1982 romantic drama starring Mel Gibson as an Australian journalist in Indonesia during the overthrow of President Sukarno.
115. What was Slash’s first band called?
     • Black Flag
     • Snakepit
     • Road Crew
     • Tidus Sloan
     The correct answer is “Tidus Sloan”.
     Tidus Sloan was the first band formed by Slash, the iconic guitarist from Guns N’ Roses.
116. The type of cheese called “Manchego” comes from which country?
     • Spain
     • Indonesia
     • Netherlands
     • Ivory Coast
     The correct answer is Spain.
     Manchego is a type of cheese native to the La Mancha region of Spain and is made from sheep’s milk.
117. Who is the Patron Saint of Spain?
     • St John
     • St George
     • St James
     • St peter
     The correct answer is “St James”.
     St James is the Patron Saint of Spain, and is also known as Santiago de Compostela. He is venerated by Catholics, who believe he is the protector of Spain, and is celebrated in festivals and pilgrimages throughout the country.
118. What is the capital city of Madagascar?
     • Athens
     • Antananarivo
     • Dublin
     • Tegucigalpa
     The correct city is Antananarivo.
     Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar and is also the largest city in the country. It is located in the central highlands and is the political and economic center of the nation.
119. How many sides does a octagon have?
     • 8
     • 9
     • 4
     • 12
     The correct answer is 8 sides.
     An octagon is a polygon with eight sides and eight angles.

120. The 2020’s movie “Wonder Woman 1984” featured which Hollywood star in a leading role?
     • Shia LaBeouf
     • Tom Holland
     • Gal Gadot
     • Christian Bale
     The correct answer is Gal Gadot.
     Gal Gadot is an Israeli actress and model who stars as the title character in the 2020’s movie Wonder Woman 1984.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 13

121. Which one of the following dates was a leap year?
     • 2016
     • 2015
     • 2017
     • 2018
     The correct answer is 2016.
     2016 was a leap year because it is divisible by 4, which is a requirement for a leap year.
122. John Carpenter directed the movie “Starman” in which year?
     • 1986
     • 1989
     • 1970
     • 1984
     The correct answer is 1984.
     John Carpenter directed the science fiction film “Starman” in 1984, which starred Jeff Bridges and Karen Allen.
123. What does an ichthyophobe have a fear of?
     • Fish
     • Worms
     • Insects
     • Mice
     The correct answer is “Fish”.
     An ichthyophobe has an irrational fear of fish, which can manifest itself in a variety of ways, such as avoiding swimming in areas where fish are present or an intense fear of touching them.
124. Who painted the masterpiece “Luncheon of the Boating Party”?
     • Jan Steen
     • Ray Bradbury
     • John Everett Millais
     • Édouard Manet
     The correct answer is Édouard Manet.
     Édouard Manet was a French painter who painted Luncheon of the Boating Party in 1881, which has become one of his most famous works.

125. Which actor played the villain in the 1994 movie ‘speed”?
     • Al Pacino
     • Billy Crystal
     • Dennis Hopper
     • Alan Rickman
     The correct answer is “Dennis Hopper”.
     Dennis Hopper was an American actor and filmmaker who played the role of the villain, Howard Payne, in the 1994 action-thriller movie ‘Speed’.
126. The planet the comes after Jupiter if you were travelling away from the Sun is?
     • Earth
     • Saturn
     • Mars
     • Charon
     The correct answer is Saturn.
     Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun, and the second-largest in the Solar System, after Jupiter. It is known for its iconic rings, composed of ice particles.
127. Who painted the masterpiece “Portrait of Madame X”?
     • Marc Chagall
     • John Singer Sargent
     • Arthur Conan Doyle
     • Frida Kahlo
     The correct answer is John Singer Sargent.
     John Singer Sargent was an American painter known for his portrait works, including the masterpiece “Portrait of Madame X”.
128. Which of the following is correct grammar?
     • We was at store.
     • We was at the store.
     • We were at the store.
     • We wass at the store.
     Answer: We were at the store.
     is correct grammar.This sentence is correctly formed in the past tense using the verb “were” and the preposition “at,” which correctly describes the location of the subject.

129. Lockiophobia is a fear of?
     • childbirth
     • snow
     • colors
     • locks
     The correct answer is “childbirth”.
     Lockiophobia is an intense fear of the process of childbirth and the associated physical and emotional pain.

130. Which city commands spectacular views of the volcano Snaefellsjokull?
     • Reykjavik
     • Paris
     • Rome
     • Athens
     The correct answer is “Reykjavik”.
     Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is the best place to view the spectacular Snaefellsjokull volcano due to its close proximity.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 14

131. The city of Miami is located in which continent?
     • Europe
     • Australia/Oceania
     • North America
     • South America
     The correct answer is North America. Did you get it right?
     The correct answer is North America because it is the continent where the city of Miami is located.
132. Berlin is the capital of?
     • Austria
     • Italy
     • France
     • Germany
     The correct answer is “Germany”.
     Berlin is the largest city in Germany and its capital, a major cultural, political, and economic center in Europe.
133. Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1950 for the movie “All About Eve”?
     • William Wyler
     • Frank Capra
     • Sam Raimi
     • Joseph Mankiewicz
     The correct answer is Joseph Mankiewicz.
     Joseph Mankiewicz won the Best Director Oscar in 1950 for his direction of the film All About Eve.
134. Which of the following is correct grammar?
     • Its been long day.
     • It’s been a long day.
     • It’s bin a long day.
     • Its bin a long day.
     Answer: It’s been a long day.
     is correct grammar.This is an example of a contraction, which is a combination of two words (it has) that are shortened and joined together with an apostrophe.

135. Which author wrote the classic children’s book “Heidi”?
     • Shel Silverstein
     • Beverly Cleary
     • Roald Dahl
     • Johanna Spyri
     The correct author was Johanna Spyri.
     Johanna Spyri was a Swiss novelist who wrote the classic children’s book “Heidi” in 1881.
136. Sri Lanka is an island located where in the world?
     • Indonesia and Papua New Guinea
     • Trinidad and Tobago
     • Canada
     • Sri Lanka
     The correct answer is Sri Lanka.
     Sri Lanka is a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean, off the southeastern coast of India.
137. Who won the Best Actor Oscar for “The Shawshank Redemption”?
     • Leonardo DiCaprio
     • Morgan Freeman
     • Vanessa Redgrave
     • Elisabeth Shue
     The correct answer is Morgan Freeman.
     Morgan Freeman won the Best Actor Oscar for his role in the 1994 film The Shawshank Redemption.
138. What is the latin name for Snow Leopard?
     • Gerbera Jamesonii
     • Acinonyx Jubatus
     • Panthera Uncia
     • Dipodomys Ordii
     The correct answer is Panthera Uncia.
     Panthera Uncia is the scientific name for the Snow Leopard, which is a large wild cat found in the mountains of Central and South Asia.
139. In which year was the movie “Honest Thief” starring Liam Neeson released?
     • 2017
     • 2006
     • 2023
     • 2020
     The correct answer is 2020.
     The movie “Honest Thief” starring Liam Neeson was released in 2020, marking the actor’s return to the big screen after a brief hiatus.

140. What is the capital city of Seychelles?
     • Yaren
     • Doha
     • Copenhagen
     • Victoria
     The correct city is Victoria.
     Victoria is the largest city in Seychelles, located on the main island of Mahé. It is the country’s political and economic hub, as well as its main port of entry.

Mixed Trivia Challenge: Round 15

141. What is the capital city of Macedonia?
     • Skopje
     • Suva
     • Tokyo
     • Baghdad
     The correct city is Skopje.
     Skopje is the capital city of Macedonia, located in the northern part of the country along the Vardar River.
142. The day September 21 falls in which week of the year?
     • 49th
     • 38th
     • 33rd
     • 19th
     The asnwer is the 38th week of the year.
     September 21 falls in the 38th week of the year because it is the 38th seven-day period of the year, starting from the first day of the year, January 1.
143. Which island was an inspiration for Gaugain’s most famous pictures?
     • Tahiti
     • Malta
     • Mauritius
     • Cyprus
     The correct answer is “Tahiti”.
     Tahiti is an island in French Polynesia known for its lush tropical vegetation and stunning beaches, which inspired Gauguin to create some of his most iconic paintings.
144. Name a 2014 movie starring Bruce Willis?
     • Sin City: A Dame to Kill For
     • Legends of the Fall
     • Iron Man
     • I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry
     The correct answer is “Sin City: A Dame to Kill For”.
     Sin City: A Dame to Kill For is a 2014 neo-noir action crime film directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller, starring Bruce Willis.
145. How many minutes are in 5 hours?
     • 400
     • 500
     • 300
     • 600
     The correct answer is “300”.
     Five hours is equal to 300 minutes, as there are 60 minutes in each hour.