Today's Trivia Questions

11

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

9

What legal defense argues the defendant was elsewhere when the crime was committed?

9

To avenge the persecution of Roman Catholics in England, he led a conspiracy to kill King James I and blow up Parliament on November 5, 1605, but was arrested in the cellars of Parliament and later executed. Who was he?

18

Which artist, engineer, musician, and scientist has been called the most versatile genius of the Renaissance?

18

What is the name of the metallic alloy composed of copper and zinc?

9

What is the term for redrawing electoral district boundaries to favor a particular political party?

8

a. Before they moved to Oakland, the baseball Athletics were located in which two cities? b. Before they moved to Atlanta, the baseball Braves were located in which two cities?

2

In 1960, one was studying at the London School of Economics and the other at the Dartford Art School. They shared a mutual interest in rhythm and blues music and eventually formed one of the most popular groups of all time, the Rolling Stones. Who were th

19

Of the three political Kennedy brothers, John, Robert, and Edward (Teddie), which was the youngest?

1

On a large hill in the city of Athens, you can find a 2400 year old temple. What is it called, and on which hill is it situated?

18

In the film, The Silence of the Lambs, what was the occupation of the character played by Jodie Foster?

9

What is the nautical term for the side of a ship sheltered from the wind?

4

What is the northernmost city to host the Olympic Games?

1

The Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 and 1984 were won by two black males. Who were they?

12

According to the constitution, what determines the exact number of electoral votes permitted to each state?