Today's Trivia Questions

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When he graduated from high school in 1917, he chose journalism instead of college and spent seven months as a newspaper reporter. While driving a Red Cross ambulance in Italy in 1918 he was severely wounded by shrapnel. Who was he?

7

Which U.S. state borders Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey?

52

What company announced the acquisition of GOJO Industries, Inc. for USD 2.25 billion in January 2026?

20

Can you name the actor, born in South Africa to British parents, who most often portrayed Sherlock Holmes in films, 14 times in the 1940's?

36

This acclaimed 2002 Brazilian crime film, nominated for four Academy Awards, depicts the growth of organized crime in the Cidade de Deus suburb of Rio de Janeiro between the 1960s and 1980s. What is the title of this powerful film?

14

What is the Japanese name for the long, wide-sleeved robe worn mostly by Japanese women?

8

The history of England begins in 449 A.D. when Germanic peoples combine forces to conquer and banish the Romans from the British Isles. Name two of these tribes.

5

This animal, a variety of wild goat, lives in high mountain areas of Europe, Asia, and Africa, and has large backward- curving horns. What is the name of this animal?

12

In 1967, Sidney Poitier starred in two films, both of which won many academy awards, including best actor, best actress, best film, although Sidney didn't win any of these awards. What were the names of the two films?

6

The Parthenon was built around 440 B.C. a. To which goddess was the temple dedicated? B. On which hill is it located?

9

This popular South Korean fantasy romance drama, based on a webtoon, features a woman who gets a second chance at life after being murdered by her husband and best friend, traveling back in time to change her fate. What is this TV show called?

1

What is the only videogame franchise originating in the 1970's to have thus far generated over $1 billion in revenue?

3

What is the name of the organic molecule that carries oxygen in the blood, and gives blood its red color?

13

This glamorous, mysterious German movie star, first popular in the 1920's, refused an offer to return to Nazi Germany, and instead became an anti-Nazi propagandist during WWII. Who is she?

14

Susan Sarandon was Oscar-nominated as best actress for her roles in which1991 and 1992 films?