Random Trivia Questions

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China's Tianwen-2 spacecraft is expected to reach what near-Earth asteroid in July 2026?

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A unit of electromagnetic measurement is named in honor of the Italian physicist who, in 1800, invented the electric battery. Name him.

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If mountains were measured from their base rather from sea level, this would be the world's tallest, since its base is on the ocean floor. Which mountain is this?

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What song, written by Mildred and Patty Hill, is considered the most commonly sung song in the English language?

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Which Ohio-born inventor held over 1,000 patents, including one for the invention of the motion-picture projector?

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One of the most popular British pop groups of the '80s was a duet called "The Eurythmics." Which two entertainers made up this group?

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What new species of luminous deep-sea fish, with bioluminescent organs, was discovered in the Mariana Trench in March 2026?

18

What is the name of movie producer George Lucas' $50 million dollar studio/ranch in Marin County?

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Which Emmy-winning mockumentary sitcom chronicles the lives of the Pritchett, Delgado, and Dunphy families, exploring the complexities of modern relationships and winning Outstanding Comedy Series five consecutive times?

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Which chip maker surpassed Apple in November 2024 to briefly become the world's most valuable publicly traded company?

13

In what year did Johann Denner invent the clarinet? 1700 or 1800?

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In 2025, scientists successfully engineered 'woolly mice' using genes from what extinct animal?

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What is the tallest mountain in the world?

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a. What is Johnny Carson's home state? b. What was the name of the TV game show hosted by Johnny Carson before he took over the Tonight Show? c. What was Johnny Carson's profession before he became a television personality?

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What major tennis player completed a career Grand Slam by winning the Australian Open in February 2026?