Random Trivia Questions

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What prison in France was stormed by the common people on July 14, 1789?

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In 1978, five months after Elvis Presley died, a certain song recorded by Elvis sold a million copies. What was the title of this song, written by Paul Anka?

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Who won the Best Actress award at the 98th Academy Awards in March 2026 for her role in 'Hamnet'?

12

Tom Hanks won Best Actor Oscars in 1993 and 1994 for his roles in which films?

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This television series' title suggests a focus on community affairs, possibly a local news program or a drama exploring the daily lives and interconnected stories of residents in a specific town or region. What is this show?

15

In 1908, what was the name of the first black boxer to win the world heavyweight boxing championship?

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When students graduate from the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, they can join the Navy as officers at which rank?

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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?

14

What is a group of wolves called?

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The first one of these ever built, complete with luxurious accessories and a piano, was built in Pittsburgh in 1905. The price of admission was 5¢. What was it?

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What is the name of the wife of Martin Luther King, Jr.

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The Northeast Passage, first successfully navigated in 1880, is a challenging water route along the northern coast of what two continents?

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This 18th century radical French political leader helped execute thousands of people without trial during the Reign of Terror. After a public reaction against his extreme policies, he was executed without trial himself. Who was he?

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I'll give the beginning of each of these phrases. You complete the phrase. a. Alexander Pope, English poet, said, "Hope springs eternal in " b. Pliny the Roman said, "In Vino Veritas" which means what?

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If a diamond is the hardest known substance , what is used to cut diamonds?