Today's Trivia Questions

14

In 1633, the Roman Catholic Church condemned this man for teaching that the Earth revolves around the Sun. In 1992, after a 13-year investigation by the church, Pope John Paul II pardoned him. Who was he?

13

What is a pint of beer in the UK measured as, in milliliters?

20

How many psalms are there in the Book of Psalms? within 10%

8

Which musical group, who sang "Red Red Wine," took their group name from a British unemployment benefits form?

2

In 1983, six years after Saturday Night Fever became a giant hit, its sequel was released, once again starring John Travolta in the role of dancer Tony Manero. What was the title of that film?

16

What is the name of the figure formed by the seven brightest stars in the constellation Ursa Minor, one of which is Polaris, the North Star?

10

Name the person who starred in the title role in each of these films: a. 1982 - Gandhi b. 1976 - Carrie c. 1968 - Charly

52

In this critically acclaimed South Korean survival drama, 456 deeply indebted participants risk their lives in a series of deadly children's games to win a colossal cash prize. What is the name of this global phenomenon?

11

As a result of its1866 victory over Austria, Italy first gained control of an important city that had formerly belonged to Austria but today is very much a part of Italy. Which city?

19

Michael Jackson claims that he modeled his dance moves and vocal styling on which soulful musical performer?

9

What 12th century Archbishop of Canterbury, killed by king's men, is featured in plays by T.S. Eliot (Murder in the Cathedral) and the French playwright Jean Anouilh?

13

You know that famous Abbey Road album cover, the one with the beatles crossing Abbey Road from left to right in the photo. Which Beatle is first in line, on the far right, wearing a white suit?

17

Bob Hope was born May 29, of what year?

13

Which 5-letter word can refer to a spicy Latin dance or a spicy Latin sauce?

9

How many tiles does each player start with in Scrabble?