Today's Trivia Questions

15

According to this German folk tale, two children are abandoned in a forest by their father and stepmother, are lured into captivity by a witch. The sister is forced to do household chores, while her brother is destined to be eaten. In the end, of course,

12

If the telephone company added one more digit to all the phone numbers in one area code, how many new phone numbers could potentially be added?

11

In April, 1982, war broke out in a neutral location between two very unlikely enemies -- countries located almost 7,000 miles apart. Who were the opponents; where did they fight?

9

The Americans call it the English Channel. The English call it the Channel. What do the French call it?

8

Which person, who died in 1966, won more Academy Awards than any other person; receiving 29 Oscars during his lifetime?

11

The legend of Robin Hood first appeared in British literature in which of these years? Was it 1275, 1375, or 1475?

4

What kind of baked pudding containing apples, raisins, and spices is named for a dark woman?

13

Which country of Africa extends farthest north?

8

What is the term for a preliminary hearing to determine if there is enough evidence for a trial?

19

These animals reach lengths of up to 7 feet, have about 100 teeth, emit sounds when moving to help them navigate, and reach travelling speeds of about 35 miles per hour. What kind of animals are they?

12

The oldest street in San Francisco was originally called Dupont Street, but was later re-named after a President. Which street is this?

19

Which California city was named after a horticulturist who developed hundreds of varieties of flowers, fruits and vegetables?

14

When water passes through the gills of fish, the fish get what?

11

The most popular National Park in the USA, the one which attracts the largest number of visitors yearly, is located in the eastern half of the U.S. What is the name?

3

May 1, 1967, Elvis Presley married which woman? Give her complete name.