Random Trivia Questions

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In which three consecutive years did the Oakland A's play in the World Series, and who were their opponents?

44

What spice gives curry its yellow color?

10

How many gods are there in Buddhism?

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Which British crime drama series, set in Birmingham after World War I, follows the ambitious Shelby crime family?

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What type of new medical test, capable of detecting around 50 types of cancer before symptoms appear, is undergoing clinical trials in the UK in 2026?

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He was a disciple of Plato for almost 20 years. He was Alexander the Great's teacher for 9 years. Who was he?

14

One of the ancient wonders of the world is a 105-foot high bronze statue of Helios (Apollo) completed in 280 B.C. but destroyed during an earthquake in 224 B.C. What is the common name for this statue in Greece?

14

In which African city and country do the White Nile and Blue Nile converge?

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Which company acquired Modella AI in January 2026 in a strategic move to accelerate oncology treatment development using AI technologies?

20

What was the first state to enter the U.S. after the original thirteen?

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When he died in December, 1799, one London newspaper reported, "His fame, bounded by no country, will be confined to no age." In Paris, Napoleon ordered a 10-day requiem, and in Amsterdam funeral music filled the air. Who was he?

5

a. The last live guest on the Johnny Carson show was a tremendously popular entertainer, singer, and movie favorite. Who was she? b. The first live guest star on the Jay Leno Show was a popular entertainer, humorous host, and movie favorite. Who was he?

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What annual festival, celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, takes place on January 26th in Sydney, Australia?

9

What new technology is aiding colonoscopies by providing an extra set of eyes to detect polyps in real-time?

14

What programming language was created by James Gosling at Sun Microsystems in 1995?