Other Trivia

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BONUS: Halloween received its name because, around the year 800 A.D., the night of October 31 was called all hallow e'en, the night before the all hallow mass was recited, coinciding with which holiday?

3

Originally called "Military Patrol," it combines cross-country skiing and rifle shooting and became a winter olympic sport in 1960. What is it?

5

What is the primary material component of most of the world's paper money?

8

Sometimes Nobel Prizes go to groups rather than individuals. Which group or collective organization has won the Nobel Peace Prize the most?

20

Which of these drinks arrived in Europe first: coffee or tea?

15

Which ethnic people make up about 90 percent of the population of Cambodia?

11

This University, located in Pittsburgh, PA., was founded by a Scottish philanthropist, who named the school after himself, and this school's marching band is, even today, a bagpipe band. Can you name the school?

10

Name the inventors of each of the following common items: a. In 1895, who invented the safety razor? b. In 1928, who invented the electric razor?

13

What do the Americans call the game which the British call naughts and crosses?

15

In 1829, British statesman Sir Robert Peel established some organization in London, and ever since, its members have been identified by his nickname. What is it?

14

What is the name of the well-known alcoholic beverage made from a mixture of rum, fruit liqueur, and lime juice?

1

What is the highest mountain peak in North America?

2

What do the business symbols TM, SM and R mean?

7

This is one of the most popular participation sports in the world. Created by the British about 100 years ago, it can be played in any season or climate. It was first played as an Olympic sport in 1988. Which sport?

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This plant was required growing for farmers from middle ages Europe to in 17th century America. President Thomas Jefferson declared it a "necessity;" it was Kentucky's largest cash crop until 1915. What was it?