Today's Trivia Questions

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Which two people, in 1848, published the doctrine known as the Communist Manifesto , and in which language was it written?

8

What popular American radio show featured ventriloquist Edgar Bergen and his dummy Charlie McCarthy?

8

Hurricane-force Santa Ana winds reaching up to what speed exacerbated the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires?

13

This Italian noble family produced popes, queens of France, rulers of Florence, bankers, merchants, and patrons of learning and the arts. What was the family name?

8

What warm alcoholic drink is traditionally served at British pubs during winter, made from heated wine with spices?

11

In what year and location did Martin Luther King, Jr. deliver his speech: "I Have a Dream"?

13

Early Spanish and English explorers brought this edible plant from the Peruvian Andes to Europe in the 16th century. Today it is one of the most popular vegetables in the world. What is it?

21

What biographical drama, directed by Roman Polanski, earned Adrien Brody an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Polish-Jewish musician Władysław Szpilman, who survived the Holocaust in Warsaw during World War II?

4

The custom of fooling friends and relatives on the first of April began in the late 1500's in which country? Holland, France, or Italy?

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Which film won Best Picture at the 96th Academy Awards ceremony held on March 10, 2024?

10

With a vertical drop of 3200 feet, what is the world's highest waterfall, and in which country is it located?

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In what city is the Uffizi Gallery located?

1

Name the actress who starred in the lead roles in each of these films: a. 1953 - Two stars of "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" b. 1969- The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie c. 1979 - An Unmarried Woman d. 1989 - When Harry Met Sally

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When this person visited San Francisco for one day in September of 1987, it cost the city over $1 million. Who was this visitor?

6

In many religions including Christian, what is the name of the spirit of evil, ruler of hell, and foe of God?