Today's Trivia Questions

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What is the name of the figure formed by the seven brightest stars in the constellation Ursa Minor, one of which is Polaris, the North Star?

11

In what year was the European Union officially established by the Maastricht Treaty?

19

From February 29, 1896, through February 29, 1996 inclusive, how many February 29th's were there?

7

In 1968, this person became the first professional golfer to top $1 million in career earnings. Who was he?

14

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?

9

What is inside each kernel of popcorn that makes it pop when heated?

75

How many individuals were released in the U.S.-Russia prisoner exchange of August 2024?

4

The amusement park Coney Island, famous for its boardwalk and thrilling rides was located in which borough of New York City?

11

In which musical did Barbra Streisand sing the song 'Second Hand Rose'?

1

One of the most expensive types of animal fur comes from the slowest swimming marine mammal. What animal is this?

16

Which planet has the shortest day of any planet in our solar system - only 9 hours and 55 minutes?

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Which beloved American comedian and actor, known for The Bob Newhart Show, passed away in July 2024 at age 94?

9

What do these well known people have in common? Dan Aykroyd, Neil Young, Michael J. Fox, and Peter Jennings?

19

She died in 1987 in Vermont at the age of 82. Her life story became the basis for the film, The Sound of Music. What was her full married name?

15

This song, written by Bob Dylan in April,1962, became a famous protest song, perhaps the theme song of the 1960's civil rights movement. What's the title?