Random Trivia Questions

12

What do we call those cells in the retina that respond to low levels of light and allow seeing in the dark?

14

a. How do you say grape in Spanish? b. In French?

4

Who was the first President to visit all the existing states of the United States while in office?

2

What disease, caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, is characterized by bleeding gums and extreme weakness?

8

What educational reformer is known as the 'Father of American Education'?

17

On August 9, 1963, Jacqueline Kennedy gave birth to a son, who died 2 days later. What was his name?

9

What two breeds of dog are most commonly used as seeing-eye dogs or guide dogs for the blind?

17

This Hebrew word means "proper" or "fit", and specifically refers to food prepared according to the orthodox dietary and religious laws. What is the word?

14

These two cities, located about 30 miles apart, recently combined their metropolitan areas and now total 10,000 square miles, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country, after NY, LA, and Chicago. Which two cities are these?

20

Of California, Oregon, and Washington, which was the first to become a U.S. state?

8

This city is one of the oldest intellectual centers in Europe. Many of its buildings are over 600 years old. It is located on the Rhine River at the point where Germany, France, and Switzerland all meet. What city is this?

12

Who is the largest of the Sesame Street muppets?

5

This river passes through or borders Austria, Switzerland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. It is one of the world's primary rivers for transporting goods. What is the name?

20

What word describing a highly cultured person is named for a part of the head?

4

The farthest-inland deep water port on the Mississippi River is located 80 miles upstream, at which city?