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General Awareness Quizzes & Trivia

Explore your knowledge with the 'General Awareness Trivia Questions' quiz! This quiz tests your awareness on various topics including historical figures, geographical locations, and basic science facts. It's perfect for learners looking to challenge themselves and expand their general understanding.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    In which state is Area 51 located?

    • A.

      New Mexico

    • B.

      Nevada

    • C.

      Utah

    • D.

      Arizona

    Correct Answer
    B. Nevada
  • 2. 

    Rounded to the nearest degree, what is absolute zero on the Celsius scale?

    • A.

      -372

    • B.

      -273

    • C.

      0

    • D.

      -723

    Correct Answer
    B. -273
  • 3. 

    Al Capone was sentenced to 11 years for what federal crime?

    • A.

      Murder

    • B.

      Smuggling

    • C.

      Racketeering

    • D.

      Tax Evasion

    Correct Answer
    D. Tax Evasion
  • 4. 

    Which form of execution favored by pirates involved dragging someone under a moving ship?

    • A.

      Jackbooting

    • B.

      Keelhauling

    • C.

      Marooning

    • D.

      Bushwhacking

    Correct Answer
    B. Keelhauling
  • 5. 

    What simple dish is a combination of corn and beans?

    • A.

      Succotash

    • B.

      Gruel

    • C.

      Hardtack

    • D.

      Hominy

    Correct Answer
    A. Succotash
  • 6. 

    What was Dr. Seuss' real last name?

    • A.

      Geisel

    • B.

      Clemens

    • C.

      Chinaski

    • D.

      Dodgson

    Correct Answer
    A. Geisel
  • 7. 

    Which animal is usually blamed for starting the Great Chicago Fire of 1871?

    • A.

      Cow

    • B.

      Goat

    • C.

      Cat

    • D.

      Chicken

    Correct Answer
    A. Cow
  • 8. 

    Which character represented Brazil in the original cast of the video game "Street Fighter II"?

    • A.

      Dhalsim

    • B.

      Blanka

    • C.

      Guile

    • D.

      Zangief

    Correct Answer
    B. Blanka
  • 9. 

    What is the brightest star in Earth's night sky?

    • A.

      Sirius

    • B.

      Polaris

    • C.

      Orion

    • D.

      Betelgeuse

    Correct Answer
    A. Sirius
  • 10. 

    Which utensil was used in the battle cry of the satirical superhero The Tick?

    • A.

      Fork

    • B.

      Knife

    • C.

      Spoon

    • D.

      Spork

    Correct Answer
    C. Spoon
  • 11. 

    Which of the four Marx Brothers appeared in only five of their films?

    • A.

      Groucho

    • B.

      Harpo

    • C.

      Zeppo

    • D.

      Chico

    Correct Answer
    C. Zeppo
  • 12. 

    How many times was Marilyn Monroe married?

    • A.

      3

    • B.

      1

    • C.

      2

    • D.

      4

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
  • 13. 

    Which of the following is not vestigial in humans?

    • A.

      Coccyx

    • B.

      Gallbladder

    • C.

      Appendix

    • D.

      Wisdom Teeth

    Correct Answer
    B. Gallbladder
  • 14. 

    What is a "Bouncing Betty"?

    • A.

      A Bottle of Wine

    • B.

      A Truck

    • C.

      A Land Mine

    • D.

      A Dance

    Correct Answer
    C. A Land Mine
  • 15. 

    What are the "bangers" in the dish bangers and mash?

    • A.

      Sausages

    • B.

      Potatoes

    • C.

      Onions

    • D.

      Carrots

    Correct Answer
    A. Sausages

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