Random Trivia Questions

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Name three member of the rock group The Eagles who had successful solo careers as recording artists?

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Which President's name rhymes with one of Santa's reindeers?

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Enormously popular in Japan, these virtual reality pets have been adopted by children, teens, and adults of both sexes, and recently invaded the United States. What are they called?

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Born Jewish in Minnesota in the 1940's, he became a world famous musician in the 1960's, converted to Christianity in the 1970's, but returned to his faith as an orthodox Jew in the 1980's. Who is he?

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On a recent shopping trip, Julie spent 85% of her money, and now $75 left. How much did she spend?

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On September 9, 1983, which region with more than half a million population unsuccessfully petitioned the U.S. Congress to become the 51st State of the United States?

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What physical trait did all these people have in common: King Henry VIII, William Shakespeare, Winston Churchill, and Lucille Ball?

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The name of which subordinate military position comes from the French language and means, in place of the holder of the rank?

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Which of the world's oceans is named after a country?

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In 1847, Michigan became the first state to abolish this, and since that time, less than half the states have followed. What is it?

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In 1955, the US launched the world's first nuclear-powered submarine. This ship was named after a sea animal with a spiral shell. What was the name of this ship?

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The Americans call it the English Channel. The English call it the Channel. What do the French call it?

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What kind of question do we sometimes ask without expecting an answer?

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According to ancient and medieval philosophy, after the four elements of earth, air, fire, and water, the fifth and highest essence, thought to be the substance of the heavenly bodies and all things, was called by what essential name?

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This Scottish missionary and explorer discovered the Zambesi River in 1851, Victoria Falls in 1855, and later looked for the source of the Nile River. Who was he?