Random Trivia Questions

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If you wanted to travel from the birthplace of Mohammed to the birthplace of Jesus, in which of these directions would you travel? Northeast, northwest, southeast, or southwest?

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What is the name of the new book by Heather Fawcett, released in February 2026, about a woman who runs a cat rescue in 1920s Montréal?

16

What significant change in the basic rules of major league baseball first occurred in the 1973 season, and is still used today?

20

How many Canadian Provinces border any of the five Great Lakes?

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What annual sporting event, held in January 2026, saw athletes compete in disciplines like slopestyle and halfpipe in Aspen, Colorado?

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Which professional networking platform launched AI-powered conversational search functionality in January 2026 for Premium users?

15

What is the longest river in the world?

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What 2017 short film, directed by Kiana Nguyen, tells the story of a young girl making a significant promise to her father?

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Featuring Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and Gonzo, this iconic variety show, created by Jim Henson, aired from 1976 to 1981 and was known for its celebrity guest stars and unique blend of sketch comedy and musical numbers.

59

Which African nation hosted the G20 summit in November 2025?

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What international organization released a report in January 2026 declaring the dawn of an era of global water bankruptcy?

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Which American documentary filmmaker known for examining American institutions died in February 2026 at age 96?

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Around the year 1851, three different inventors created a machine called the sewing machine. You should be able to name two of these people. One was Walter Hunt. Who were the other two - more well-known - people?

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In the 1840's, Henry Wells (of Wells Fargo bank) established a company to transport people and their valuables. This company name is very well known today. What is it?

7

One of the most serious and frightening events in the cold war between the U.S. and U.S.S.R. occurred October 28, 1962. What was it?