Other Trivia

14

The custom of fooling friends and relatives on the first of April began in the late 1500's in which country? Was it England, Ireland, France, or the United States?

19

What is the largest selling brand of motorcycles, not only in the U.S., but in the world?

4

At the time of receiving their M.D. degree, physicians take an oath to uphold medical ethics, which was named for which person?

16

In 1936, the British King abdicated the throne in order to marry a common American woman. Who were they?

6

What country leads the world in the mining and production of silver?

11

What is inside each kernel of popcorn that makes it pop when heated?

6

What are the three types of columns found in Greek architecture?

20

According to Irish legend, a man called Jack could not enter heaven because he was a miser, and could not enter hell because he had scorned the devil. As a result, he had to walk the earth for eternity with his light. This legend is the origin for what ph

14

This versatile plant is used for producing paints, varnishes, soap, paper, and rope, but is illegal to grow in many countries of the world. What is the four-letter name for this kind of plant?

8

The longest continuously published catalog in the USA was created in the 19th century for a New York department store named after its two founders, that has been selling the most modern, unique, and innovative gadgets and inventions worldwide since 1848.

18

This magazine, founded by Henry R. Luce, was published on a weekly basis in 1936. It ceased publication in 1972, but resumed in 1978 as a monthly magazine, and is still available today. What is it?

3

Which person, in the 1920's, developed the method of freezing foods in small containers?

13

What have been referred to as America's only national historic landmarks on wheels?

20

This is the world's oldest organized college sport: In England every year since 1841, Oxford and Cambridge Universities have competed in which sport?

20

The carioca is a dance similar to the samba, but the inhabitants of what southern city call themselves cariocas?