Today's Trivia Questions

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Because of her heroic and efficient work with wounded soldiers during the Crimean War in the 1850's, which woman is considered the founder of modern nursing?

13

What was the title of the 1992 comedy in which a Reno lounge singer accidentally witnesses a murder, and hides out in a convent—where she becomes the choir leader, teaching the sisters to boogie down.

17

This language, spoken in Barcelona, is closely related to the French Provençal dialect. The language was banned in 1939 by Spanish dictator Franco. However, due to a surge of nationalism after Franco's death, today it is one of the two official languages

17

a. Who starred in the role of Charlie Chaplin in the film, Chaplin? b. Can you give the first name of the member of the Chaplin family who acts in the film? c. Who directed the film?

14

Many alternative rock musicians consider this Asian woman to be a foremother of alternative rock music. Who is she?

3

Which gun manufacturing company was started by an Italian family in 1550, and still bears their name today?

2

A certain style of facial hair was named for a Major General in the American Civil War, who sported such a style. What's the name of this style, and what was the name of the General?

16

These plants, native to hot, dry regions of the U.S. and Mexico, are grown for ornament, fiber, and food, but more famously, as the main ingredient of tequila. What are they?

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What actress from "Ghostbusters" and "Charles in Charge" died in March 2026 at age 65?

14

Which two bones in the human body extend from the elbow to the wrist?

11

What was the first country to establish an eight-hour workday by law?

39

Which Norwegian football club made history in February 2026 by reaching the Champions League Round of 16 for the first time?

7

In or near which US cities can you find each of these tourist attractions? A. Epcot Center? B. Home fo the Country music business? C. Mark Twain's boyhood home and museum? D. The Inner Harbor?

8

Marilyn Monroe died in 1962 at what age, of what reason?

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Which late-night talk show, hosted by a former host of "The Colbert Report," is taped at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City and often features political commentary and in-depth interviews?