Popular Trivia Questions

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In 1891 Mr. W.L. Judson invented a small metalic object that most people make use of, men a bit more than women. What was it?

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He was a warlike and despotic Aztec emperor from the 15th century. His own people despised him and rebelled against him, and the Spanish conquerors stole fabulous treasures from him and his people. What was his name?

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A couple of questions about Dr. Martin Luther King: a. Martin Luther King was minister of what church in what city? b. In what city was he assassinated?

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What is the largest selling brand of motorcycles, not only in the U.S., but in the world?

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Which too-skinny chick was the world's most famous model in 1967? ... and ... bonus point... what was her real name?

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Released October, 1991 was a retrospective musical album, called Two Rooms , with performances by Rod Stewart, Sting, George Michael, Jon Bon Jovi, and others, featuring songs written by which talented songwriting team?

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Each of these words or phrases begins with the letter H: a. To start an automobile by short-circuiting the ignition system b. Socrates' last drink: c. Exaggerated pride or self-confidence often resulting in retribution:

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In its basic form, this substance is a kind of soap, but when mixed with gasoline, it forms a deadly material used in flame throwers and incendiary bombs. What is it?

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Since 1962 this musical group from New Jersey amassed 48 entries on the Billboard Hot 100. It has been said that they were to the East Coast what the Beach Boys were to the West. What group is this?

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When this Indonesian volcanic island exploded in August 1883, it blew the island apart and caused a tidal wave that killed more than 36,000 people. What was it?

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Beethoven's Piano Sonata in C Minor and Tchaikowski's Symphony Number 6 both have the same sad-sounding name. What is this one word?

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What were the names of these two popular films: the remake from 1991 of the original film from 1950, with the same title, which starred Spencer Tracy and Elizabeth Taylor as father and daughter. What's the title?

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If a clock started ticking on January 1, by which date would it reach one million seconds? By January 12 or February 12?

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In terms of both area and population, what is the name of the smallest independent country in South America?

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The most famous paintings of this French post-impressionist artist who lived from 1839-1906 include Mont Sainte-Victoire and The Card Players. Who is this artist?