Today's Trivia Questions

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What country officially banned elephant riding in January 2026, including in popular tourist areas like Bali and Sumatra?

10

What international distress signal was adopted for radio communication in 1927?

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In March, 1998, NASA announced that an unmanned lunar spacecraft had discovered up to 6 billion tons of ... what? ... on the moon?

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A few questions about the "Man of Steel" a. What was Superman's name as a child? b. At which newspaper did Clark Kent work?

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This TV series chronicles an expansive exploration of the rugged landscapes, wildlife, and history of the American frontier. What is the title of this journey?

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Which beautiful American city was laid out around 1800 by Pierre L'Enfant?

11

The well-known line: “Theirs not to reason why, Theirs but to do and die” comes from the English poem, “The Charge of the Light Brigade,” written by whom?

10

What international organization was established in 1945 to maintain world peace?

14

What political term describes a long speech given to delay legislative action?

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In the early 1970's, National Airlines in the U.S. used a catch phrase in their advertising campaign, which aroused the anger of feminist groups. What was it? (you can substitute any name in your answer).

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What movie title might depict a protagonist striving for moral rectitude in a corrupt world, or perhaps ironically portray someone whose outward appearance of virtue hides a darker truth?

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Which Swiss company invented milk chocolate in 1875?

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Insects like bees, moths, and beetles go through a number of stages of growth. What are the names of the two intermediate stages between the egg stage and the adult stage?

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Sometimes called the "Napoleon of Crime," who was Sherlock Holmes' arch rival?

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Which Pope was the first from Latin America in Catholic Church history?