100 Trivia Quiz Questions

• What is the only planet in our solar system that rotates on its side? (Uranus)
• What is the smallest prime number greater than 100? (101)
• Which scientist developed the laws of motion and universal gravitation? (Isaac Newton)
• What is the chemical formula of ozone? (O₃)
• Which empire was ruled by Suleiman the Magnificent? (Ottoman Empire)
• What is the name of the longest bone in the human body? (Femur)
• Which artist painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel? (Michelangelo)
• What is the capital of Mongolia? (Ulaanbaatar)
• In computing, what does “CPU” stand for? (Central Processing Unit)
• Which war ended with the Treaty of Versailles in 1919? (World War I)

• Which ancient civilization built Machu Picchu? (Inca Empire)
• What event in 1789 marked the start of major political change in France? (French Revolution)
• Who was the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom? (Margaret Thatcher)
• What was the name of the ship that carried the Pilgrims to America in 1620? (Mayflower)
• Which ancient empire was ruled from Rome and spread across Europe, Africa, and Asia? (Roman Empire)
• What was the main purpose of the Berlin Wall? (To separate East and West Berlin during the Cold War)
• Which war was fought between the North and South regions of the United States? (American Civil War)
• Who was the leader of India’s independence movement through non-violent protest? (Mahatma Gandhi)
• What major global conflict lasted from 1939 to 1945? (World War II)
• What is the term for a system where citizens vote to choose their leaders? (Democracy)

• Which country won the FIFA World Cup in 2018? (France)
• How many players are on the court for one basketball team during play? (5)
• In tennis, what is the term for a score of zero? (Love)
• Which sport is associated with Wimbledon? (Tennis)
• What is the maximum score possible with one throw in darts? (180)
• Which country invented the sport of basketball? (United States)
• In golf, what name is given to one stroke under par on a hole? (Birdie)
• Which athlete has won the most Olympic gold medals? (Michael Phelps)
• What is the national sport of Japan? (Sumo wrestling)
• In American football, how many points is a field goal worth? (3)

• What is the chemical symbol for sodium? (Na)
• Which organ in the human body is primarily responsible for filtering blood? (Kidneys)
• What planet is known for having the strongest storms in the solar system? (Jupiter)
• What is the scientific name for the fear of spiders? (Arachnophobia)
• Which vitamin is mainly produced when human skin is exposed to sunlight? (Vitamin D)
• What is the powerhouse of the cell? (Mitochondria)
• Which blood type is known as the universal donor? (O negative)
• What gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere during photosynthesis? (Carbon dioxide)
• What is the hardest natural substance found on Earth? (Diamond)
• Which branch of science studies earthquakes? (Seismology)

• Which country has the largest population in the world? (India)
• What is the capital city of Canada? (Ottawa)
• Which desert is the largest hot desert on Earth? (Sahara Desert)
• What is the longest mountain range in the world? (The Andes)
• Which European city is famous for its canals and gondolas? (Venice)
• What is the smallest country in the world? (Vatican City)
• Which ocean lies between Africa and Australia? (Indian Ocean)
• Which country is home to Machu Picchu? (Peru)
• What is the busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic? (Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport)
• Which Asian country is known as the “Land of the Rising Sun”? (Japan)

• Which mammal is capable of true flight? (Bat)
• What is the largest species of shark in the world? (Whale shark)
• Which animal is known for changing its color to blend into its surroundings? (Chameleon)
• What is the fastest land animal? (Cheetah)
• Which bird is often associated with delivering babies in folklore? (Stork)
• What is the largest living animal on Earth? (Blue whale)
• Which tree is famous for producing acorns? (Oak tree)
• What is the name of the process by which caterpillars transform into butterflies? (Metamorphosis)
• Which desert animal can survive long periods without water? (Camel)
• What is the only continent where wild penguins naturally live? (Antarctica)

• Which movie franchise features the character Darth Vader? (Star Wars)
• Who played Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? (Robert Downey Jr.)
• Which TV series is set in the fictional continent of Westeros? (Game of Thrones)
• What is the name of the wizarding school in Harry Potter? (Hogwarts)
• Which singer is known as the “Queen of Pop”? (Madonna)
• Which streaming platform produced Stranger Things? (Netflix)
• What is the highest-grossing film of all time worldwide (without inflation adjustment)? (Avatar)
• Which fictional superhero lives in Gotham City? (Batman)
• What is the name of the toy cowboy in Toy Story? (Woody)
• Which South Korean series became a global hit in 2021 with deadly survival games? (Squid Game)

• Which ancient Roman festival, held in December, is often linked to the origins of Christmas celebrations? (Saturnalia)
• In which country did the tradition of the Christmas tree first become popular? (Germany)
• What is the astronomical event that marks the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere? (Summer solstice)
• Which holiday is based on the Jewish festival of lights and commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple? (Hanukkah)
• What is the name of the day when night and day are approximately equal in length in spring? (Spring equinox)
• Which South Asian festival celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and usually takes place in autumn? (Diwali)
• What is the traditional name for the last 12 days of Christmas celebrations in some Christian traditions? (Twelve Days of Christmas / Christmastide)
• Which Japanese seasonal holiday celebrates respect for the elderly and is held in September? (Respect for the Aged Day)
• What is the Celtic festival that is considered the origin of modern Halloween? (Samhain)
• Which holiday marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar year and changes date each year? (Islamic New Year / Hijri New Year)

• Which country is credited with the invention of pizza? (Italy)
• What is the main ingredient in guacamole? (Avocado)
• Which drink is traditionally made from fermented grapes? (Wine)
• What is sushi traditionally wrapped in? (Seaweed / Nori)
• Which country is famous for inventing chocolate? (Ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, especially the Maya and Aztecs)
• What is the most widely consumed beverage in the world after water? (Tea)
• Which food is known as “the king of fruits” in Southeast Asia? (Durian)
• What dairy product is used to make butter and cheese? (Milk)
• Which spice is the most expensive by weight? (Saffron)
• What is the main ingredient in traditional hummus? (Chickpeas)

• Which musical instrument has 88 keys? (Piano)
• Who is known as the “King of Pop”? (Michael Jackson)
• Which band released the album Abbey Road? (The Beatles)
• What symbol indicates that a note should be played loudly in sheet music? (Forte / “f”)
• Which female artist released the album 21? (Adele)
• What is the highest female singing voice called? (Soprano)
• Which composer became deaf later in life but continued creating music? (Ludwig van Beethoven)
• What genre of music originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s? (Reggae)
• Which instrument is associated with Yo-Yo Ma? (Cello)
• What does “DJ” stand for in music culture? (Disc Jockey)

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