Trivia Quiz?

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Before becoming a successful film director, Rob Reiner played Michael Stivic on what classic sitcom?

Happy Days Soap Taxi All in the Family

All in the Family!

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On 9/8/2017 at 7:06 PM, phkrause said:

A reference to its famous monument, “Great Faces. Great Places” appears on the license plate of which U.S. state?

Montana North Dakota Wyoming South Dakota

South Dakota?

Answer: South Dakota is known as the land of "Great Faces. Great Places." It refers to the famous faces of the four American presidents on Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The state slogan was adopted in 1990 and can be seen on license places, promotional materials and some road signs. Sculpted by Gutzon Borglum and later by his son Lincoln Borglum, Mount Rushmore features 60-foot sculptures of the heads of former United States presidents (in order from left to right) George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln.

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23 hours ago, phkrause said:

Before becoming a successful film director, Rob Reiner played Michael Stivic on what classic sitcom?

Happy Days Soap Taxi All in the Family

All in the Family!

Answer: Robert Reiner enjoyed success in the entertainment industry as an actor, a writer and a director. As an actor, Reiner first came to national prominence with the role of Michael Stivic on All in the Family. He was the live-in son-in-law of the series' lead character, Archie Bunker, who frequently called him "Meathead". He went on to explore the world behind the camera with films like Stand By Me, When Harry Met Sally, The Princess Bride, and A Few Good Men. Rob Reiner is the son of comedic genius Carl Reiner.

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Before he hit it big, which songwriter wrote the famous ad jingle, “I’m stuck on Band-Aid”?

Neil Diamond Billy Joel Barry Manilow Elton John

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4 Trivia Questions About the Official Naming of the "United States of America"

On September 9, 1776, Congress renamed the nation the "United States of America" during its course of daily business. See how much you know about American history by answering these trivia questions about some of our states and their names...

Who Is Credited With First Using the Term the “United States of America?”

What State's Legislature Ruled in 1881 That the Last Letter of Their State Name Was Silent?

Why Did Lord Baltimore Not Name Maryland "Mariana?"

Georgia is Named after King George II, Who Granted the State's Charter Proposing that Georgia be a Colony for Whom?

What State Got Its Name in Part Due to a Debt Owed by the King?

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A hurricane in the Northwest Pacific Ocean is called what?

Tsunami Monsoon Typhoon Tornado

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15 hours ago, phkrause said:

Before he hit it big, which songwriter wrote the famous ad jingle, “I’m stuck on Band-Aid”?

Neil Diamond Billy Joel Barry Manilow Elton John

Answer: Barry Manilow is responsible for “Copacabana” and a slew of other hits, but you can also thank him for some of the catchy ad jingles that are stuck in your head. Manilow wrote and composed the iconic jingle for Band-Aid ("I am stuck on Band-Aid, 'cause Band-Aid's stuck on me"). Manilow won a Clio Award in 1976 for his work for Band-Aid. The State Farm jingle ("Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there") was also written by Manilow. Manilow said he was paid $500 in 1971 for writing what became the theme song for the insurance company.

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14 hours ago, phkrause said:

Who Is Credited With First Using the Term the “United States of America?”

The rough draft of the Constitution, penned by Thomas Jefferson, is credited by the National Archives as being the first time the country is referred to as the “United States of America” and Jefferson is credited as the author. The headline for the draft was written in capital letters and read: “A Declaration by the Representatives of the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA…” However, when the draft reached its final edit, the language had been changed to “The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America.” Because the phrase “United States of America” occurs in both versions of the draft, it is considered clear evidence that it was authored by Thomas Jefferson.

 

14 hours ago, phkrause said:

What State's Legislature Ruled in 1881 That the Last Letter of Their State Name Was Silent?

It doesn't take much work to notice that Kansas and the last six letters of Arkansas are the same, but pronounced totally differently. But why is that? A Native American tribe referred to the people who lived in the region we now call Arkansas as the Akansa. Enter the French who made a few adjustments to the word: adding an 's' at the end for pluralization and an 'r' before the 'k' just because. In French, an 's' at the end of the word is silent, so the state came to be pronounced Aransaw. And just so there wouldn't be any confusion, in 1881, the state legislature ruled on the issue, declaring that the 's' was officially silent.

 

14 hours ago, phkrause said:

Why Did Lord Baltimore Not Name Maryland "Mariana?"

Maryland owes its name to Queen Henrietta Maria, who granted the state's charter. But during the naming process, another option being bandied about was Mariana. The idea was ultimately vetoed by Maryland's founder, Lord Baltimore (we'll let you guess what city is named after him), who didn't like how the name reminded him of Juan de Mariana. What did Mariana do that Baltimore found so objectionable? He argued against rulers being tyrannical and imposing their will on their citizens. Heaven forbid we named a place after that guy.

 

14 hours ago, phkrause said:

Georgia is Named after King George II, Who Granted the State's Charter Proposing that Georgia be a Colony for Whom?

In the 1700s, a few radical thinkers thought that maybe debtors shouldn't be locked away in prison for owing money. We know, crazy right?

So they proposed creating a new colony where debtors could get their act together without being locked away. King George II approved the charter, but the whole debtor concept ultimately fell through. That's okay though, it seems that George wasn't all that concerned with the welfare of debtors anyway. He was likely just approving the charter because Georgia could be a good buffer to protect South Carolina from Spanish Florida. But since he had approved the charter, they named the state after him anyway. Even if he didn't seem to care one wit about the people who would live there.

 

14 hours ago, phkrause said:

What State Got Its Name in Part Due to a Debt Owed by the King?

William Penn's father was owed quite a large debt by the king, who decided to repay that debt by granting Penn the land for his new colony. Penn Founded a colony based on his Quaker ideals, promising fair trials, religious freedom, free elections, and no unjust imprisonments. King Charles I decided the land would be called Pennsylvania in honor of young William, which was fine by everyone except William, who felt embarrassed having the place named after himself. But King Charles wouldn't change the name. So Pennsylvania is named after one of the only people in the world who apparently doesn't think it's cool to have a state named after himself. 

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14 hours ago, phkrause said:

A hurricane in the Northwest Pacific Ocean is called what?

Tsunami Monsoon Typhoon Tornado

Answer: A typhoon is a mature tropical cyclone that develops in the western part of the North Pacific Ocean between 180° and 100°E. This region is referred to as the northwest Pacific basin. Hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons are all the same weather phenomenon; we just use different names for these storms in different places. In the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, the term “hurricane” is used. The same type of disturbance in the Northwest Pacific is called a “typhoon” and “cyclones” occur in the South Pacific and Indian Ocean.

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What was the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history?

Great Miami Hurricane 1926 Hurricane Andrew 1992 Hurricane Katrina in 2005 The Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900

I'm guessing when they say "deadliest" they mean "deaths?" In that case I believe it would be "The Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900!"

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4 Trivia Questions About Nathan Hale, American Patriot and Spy for the Continental Army

On September 10, 1776, Captain Nathan Hale of the Continental Army volunteered to go behind enemy lines to gather intelligence about the British armed forces. He would later be captured and hung by the British. Test your knowledge of Captain Hale and his failed mission with these trivia questions...

Why Did Washington Need a Spy to Cross Enemy Lines?

How Did Hale Cross into British Territory?

How Did He Get Captured?

How Did Hale Die?

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On 9/10/2017 at 3:29 PM, phkrause said:

What was the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history?

Great Miami Hurricane 1926 Hurricane Andrew 1992 Hurricane Katrina in 2005 The Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900

I'm guessing when they say "deadliest" they mean "deaths?" In that case I believe it would be "The Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900!"

Answer: The Great Galveston Hurricane was a Category 4 storm, with winds of up to 145 mph per hour, which made landfall on September 8, 1900, in Galveston, Texas, leaving about 6,000 to 12,000 dead. It was the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history. Unfortunately for the residents of Galveston, meteorology was far from an exact science at the end of the 19th century, and they received little warning about the storm's strength. Even if one uses the low estimate of 6,000 victims, this storm remains the deadliest ever to hit the United States.

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On 9/10/2017 at 4:03 PM, phkrause said:

Why Did Washington Need a Spy to Cross Enemy Lines?

While any military leader would love the inside scoop on their enemy's plans, Washington's request for a volunteer spy came out of necessity. By September 1776, Washington had been backed into Manhattan after first heading to New York following the Siege of Boston and then losing to the British at the Battle of Brooklyn Heights. Washington had a critical need for quality intel on General William Howe's next move, and so asked for a volunteer spy. Nathan Hale, a young, 21-year-old teacher who had joined the Connecticut militia a year prior, raised his hand. 

 

On 9/10/2017 at 4:03 PM, phkrause said:

How Did Hale Cross into British Territory?

He was ferried over to Long Island and slipped across enemy lines on September 12, 1776. Hale disguised himself as a Dutch schoolteacher seeking work, all the while working to gain intelligence about how the British Army planned to invade Manhattan Island. Unfortunately, Hale was too late - the British invaded (and took) Manhattan from Washington on September 15, 1776. When Hale caught wind of the victory, it's believed he thought his mission was now worthless and began to seek a way to return to American territory. 

 

On 9/10/2017 at 4:03 PM, phkrause said:

How Did He Get Captured?

There's no definitive record, but several different accounts. One is that his cousin, Samuel Hale, was a loyalist and recognized Nathan. Another is that Major Robert Rogers recognized Hale at a tavern despite his disguise, but did not let on, instead deciding to strike up a conversation with Hale and pretend to be a fellow patriot. Hale fell for it and was apprehended by Rogers.

 

On 9/10/2017 at 4:03 PM, phkrause said:

How Did Hale Die?

After being interrogated, British officers found drawings of British fortifications in Hale's jacket, thereby solidifying his role as a spy. General Howe ordered his execution (as was customary for the offense of spying) and on the morning of September 22, 1776, Hale was summoned to the gallows. It's widely regarded that Hale gave a spirited speech before his death, with some accounts recalling his famous last words as, "I only regret, that I have but one life to lose for my country."

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Which book was George W. Bush reading to a group of schoolchildren when he was informed of 9/11 attacks?

The Pet Goat Goodnight Moon The Cat in the Hat The Very Hungry Caterpillar

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How long did it take to extinguish all the flames from the 9/11 attacks on Ground Zero?

3 days 17 days 100 days 274 days

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What is the motto of the U.S. Marine Corps, which means "always faithful" in Latin?

Carpe Diem Caveat Emptor Semper fidelis Sic semper tyrannis

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Who gave the state of Florida its name?

Sir Francis Drake John Cabot Henry Hudson Juan Ponce de León

My guess would be Juan Ponce de Leon??

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According to a recent study, what is the world's deadliest animal?

Snake Crocodile Shark Mosquito

LOL Probably the Mosquito!!

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On 9/17/2017 at 2:44 PM, phkrause said:

Which book was George W. Bush reading to a group of schoolchildren when he was informed of 9/11 attacks?

The Pet Goat Goodnight Moon The Cat in the Hat The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Answer: On the morning of September 11, 2001, George W. Bush was reading the “The Pet Goat” with a group of schoolchildren at Emma E. Booker Elementary School in Sarasota, Florida when he was informed of the 9/11 terror attacks. Bush remained seated for roughly seven minutes and followed along as the children read the book. At a conference inside the school, Bush made his first speech about the attacks and was later taken to a secure location aboard Air Force One before returning to the White House later that evening.

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On 9/17/2017 at 3:12 PM, phkrause said:

How long did it take to extinguish all the flames from the 9/11 attacks on Ground Zero?

3 days 17 days 100 days 274 days

Answer: It took firefighters 100 days to extinguish all the fires ignited by the attacks in New York. For months, acrid clouds of smoke from the site could be smelled several miles away in Brooklyn and upper Manhattan. The fires, fueled by documents and office furniture, had been so strong they needed a near-constant jet of water sprayed on them. It took until May of the following year to clean up the 1.8 tons of debris left at Ground Zero from the attacks on September 11th. The cost of cleaning up the debris was estimated as $750 million. We will never forget.

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On 9/17/2017 at 3:49 PM, phkrause said:

What is the motto of the U.S. Marine Corps, which means "always faithful" in Latin?

Carpe Diem Caveat Emptor Semper fidelis Sic semper tyrannis

Answer: Semper fidelis is a Latin phrase that means "always faithful" or "always loyal". In the United States it is best known as the motto of the United States Marine Corps. The United States Marine Corps adopted the motto "Semper Fidelis" in 1883, on the initiative of Colonel Charles McCawley (January 29, 1827 – October 13, 1891), the 8th Commandant of the Marine Corps. On the United States Marine Corps Seal, the symbols of the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem holds a ribbon emblazoned "Semper Fidelis".

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20 hours ago, phkrause said:

Who gave the state of Florida its name?

Sir Francis Drake John Cabot Henry Hudson Juan Ponce de León

My guess would be Juan Ponce de Leon??

Answer: In pursuit of a rumored fountain of youth located on an island known as Bimini, Juan Ponce de León set sail from Puerto Rico in March 1513. The following month, the expedition landed on the coast of what is now Florida. At the time, Ponce de León thought that he had landed on another island, and not the coast of mainland North America. He named the site Florida (meaning "flowery"), in reference to its lush floral vegetation and because he discovered it at Easter time, which Spaniards referred to as Pascua Florida ("feast of flowers").

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19 hours ago, phkrause said:

According to a recent study, what is the world's deadliest animal?

Snake Crocodile Shark Mosquito

LOL Probably the Mosquito!!

Answer: The world's deadliest animal isn't a shark or even a snake. Most of the deaths caused by animals, it turns out, have less to do with the animals themselves than the diseases they transmit. Mosquitoes - the pesky bugs that suck blood and transmit viruses from person to person are responsible for the most animal-related deaths. According to the World Health Organization, about 725,000 people are killed every year by mosquito-borne diseases. Malaria alone affects 200 million, of which an estimated 600,000 die.

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The Renaissance Center is the tallest landmark in which city?

San Francisco Philadelphia Houston Detroit

How about SF?

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What is a group of frogs called?

Smack Troop Army Gaggle

How about a Gaggle!!