Does your family love a little friendly competition? These trivia questions for kids and adults are perfect for you next family game night! They’ll help you remember things you didn’t think you knew and teach you things you thought you should know. Dive right in to see who is the trivia champion.
Trivia is such a fun way to bring the family together. It certainly brings our family a lot of laughter and good times. Whether it’s sports trivia, Disney trivia, or other family trivia games, there is such a wide range of topics that your family can get to know better.
It’s why a trivia game like this one is so great. It has so many different facts ranging from pop culture to history to sports. Your knowledge will sure be put to the test!
Why I Love Trivia Games
One of the reasons I love trivia the most is it is an entertaining way of rewarding yourself for what you know. Even better, you can’t lose because you are rewarded with learning more about what you don’t know!
Trivia also creates the opportunity for friendly competition and fostering good sportsmanship. Your kids can learn to work as a team with team trivia. They also learn how to cope with losing and be happy for the winning team.
When played in the spirit of fun, trivia can be a lively way to spend time together with your friends and family.
How to Play Trivia
While there is no wrong way to play trivia, here are some ideas to start off your game!
- One person can be designated as the announcer to read the questions. As they read the questions, each person or team races to see who can answer first.
- With team play, you can have each team take turns asking the other team the questions.
- You could even create a game stick that gets passed around to the person or team who is answering next.
Benefits of Trivia Games
Trivia has so many benefits for the whole family!
- Learning new facts as you answer trivia questions together.
- It is a great way at improving your memory recall.
- Trivia games help bring the family together.
- Your kids also learn how to participate in cooperative play.
Tips and Tricks
Trivia is a great game to play with little planning or preparation. Here are a few ideas for creating a fun game.
- Decide whether you will play with teams. This is particularly helpful with larger gatherings.
- Remember to set rules that help keep the game fun and the competition friendly.
- Determine how the winner will be decided! You can set a timer for the game, a set number of points to win, or any other idea you can think of.
Trivia Questions
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In what sport are stumps and bails used?
A: Cricket
What is the medical term when you can’t see far away?
A: Myopic
What do you call a plant that lives in just water?
A: Hydrophyte
From what two families do Romeo and Juliet come from?
A. Montague and Capulet
What tool helps a musician keep musical time?
A: Metronome
Which ocean is the largest?
A: Pacific
Which planet stays closest to the earth?
A: Mercury
What food do Giant Pandas normally eat?
A: Bamboo
In the Christian world, who is thought to be the first human on earth?
A: Adam
Which film has received the most awards and nominations combined?
A: Titanic
How many rows of teeth are in the mouth of a great white shark?
A: Five
Name two European dictators from the 20th century.
A: Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin, Vladimir Lenin, Benito Mussollini, Francisco Franco, Josip Tito
Name one of the five international Ballroom dances.
A: Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Tango, Viennese Waltz
Which country are Aesop’s fables considered to be from?
A: Greece
What is known as the healthiest vegetable?
A: Spinach
How many noses does a slug have?
A: Four
Which original Avenger was not seen in the first few movies?
A: The Wasp
Who wrote the popular Harry Potter book series?
A: J.K. Rowling
How are earthquakes measured?
A: With the Reichter’s scale
What are the names of the Rice Krispies elves?
A: Snap, Crackle, Pop
What sport is Jesse Owens known for?
A: Track and Field
What is the element symbol for Potassium?
A: K
Who was the actor who played Jack in the Titanic?
A: Leonardo DiCaprio
Which European country uses the pound as their form of currency?
A: United Kingdom
What is the Pythagorean theorem formula?
A: a2+b2=c2
How many items are in a baker’s dozen?
A: 13
How many national parks are in America?
A: 424
In what state is Dunkin Donuts most prominent?
A: New York
What is the equation for Newton’s second law?
A: Force=Mass x Acceleration (F=M*A)
What is the name of a tall high heel?
A: Stiletto
Who was the first woman Supreme Court Justice?
A: Sandra Day O’Connor
Who was the U.S. president during World War I?
A: Woodrow Wilson
In music, most albums are available for purchase on a CD. What does ‘CD’ stand for?
A: Compact Disc
Who did the voice for Simba in the original Lion King?
A: Jonathan Taylor Thomas (Matthew Broderick for the adult Simba)
What is the fast time for a 100-meter dash?
A: 9.58 seconds
What country won the first World Cup?
A: Uruguay
Who painted the Sistine Chapel?
A: Michaelangelo
What was the first food eaten in space?
A: Applesauce
Who is the main character in the popular series Hunger Games?
A: Katniss Everdeen
What is the first element on the Periodic Table?
A: Hydrogen
What does DC stand for in comics?
A: Detective Comics
What is made from boiling skin, cartilage, and bone from animals?
A: Gelatin
What is the main ingredient in guacamole?
A: Avocado
In which genre of dance do dancers perform pirouettes?
A: All genres
A large amount of which vitamin is found in citrus fruits?
A: Vitamin C
Which company owns Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Audi, and Ducati?
A: Volkswagen
What is the name of an ancient tool used to crush herbs and spices that are still used today?
A: Mortar and pestle
What are the main two ingredients in a quiche?
A: Eggs and Cheese
What sport is played in a four-walled room with a hollow rubber ball?
A: Squash
In what year did three prisoners escape Alcatraz?
A: 1962
What bean is used in miso, oil, and tofu?
A: Soybean
What is the name of the news series launched by John Krasinksi during the coronavirus pandemic?
A: Some Good News
What is the most common contaminant found in fish?
A: Mercury
What is the name for deer meat?
A: Venison
On average, how many babies does a rabbit have in one litter?
A: Seven on average, but can have up to 15
Name the three branches of the United States government.
A: Executive, Legislative, Judicial
Who painted the famous Mona Lisa?
A: Leonardo Da Vinci
Where were the first Olympic games performed?
A: Greece
In 1905 the world’s largest diamond, nicknamed “Cullinan” was found. How big was it?
A: 3106 karats, or 1.3 pounds
What is a pepita?
A: A shell-less variety of pumpkin seed
Which country is home to the Taj Mahal?
A: India
How many notes are in a chromatic scale?
A: 12
Where did Spam originate?
A: Minnesota
Which medicine was discovered by accidental mold growth?
A: Penicillin
At the Kentucky Derby, what is the popular beverage of choice?
A: Mint Julep
How many states start with the letter M?
A: Eight – Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana
Who wrote the poem, “The Tell-Tale Heart” in 1843?
A: Edgar Allen Poe
What did Al Capone go to jail for in 1931?
A: Tax evasion. He served 11 years
What countries made up the original Axis powers in World War II?
A: Germany, Italy, and Japan
What is the primary ingredient in pesto?
A: Basil
Who composed the Nutcracker Suite?
A: Pyotr Tchaikovsky
Who introduced the t-shirt as a closet staple?
A: U.S. Navy
Which restaurant is famous for its Grand Slam meal?
A: Denny’s
What popular term describes a girl who wears Scrunchies, Birkenstocks, Crocs, Pura Vida bracelets, and Carmex?
A: VSCO girl
Which jazz musician was known for playing a bent trumpet?
A: Dizzy Gillespie
Where was Caesar salad invented?
A: Mexico
Which company owns the email service Hotmail?
A: Microsoft
What is the term for the study of weather?
A: Meteorology
What color are zebras’ stripes when they are first born?
A: Brown
Which two countries share the longest international border?
A: Canada and United States
What sport uses a broom?
A: Curling
In what year was Facebook introduced to the public?
A: 2006
How many different instruments did Prince play on his debut album?
A: 27
Who was Cleopatra?
A: Egyptian queen, lover of Julius Caesar, and wife of Mark Antony
How old was Ariel in The Little Mermaid?
A: 16
How many molecules of oxygen does ozone have?
A: Three
What does BMW stand for?
A: Bavarian Motor Works
What is the fastest time to solve a Rubik’s cube?
A: 4.22 seconds
What two ingredients are in roux?
A: Flour and fat (butter, oil, etc.)
What is an isosceles triangle?
A: A triangle with two equal sides and two equal angles
How many hearts does an octopus have?
A: Three
What medication is used to counteract an extreme allergic reaction?
A: Epinephrine (Epi-pen)
What does HTTP stand for?
A: HyperText Transfer Protocol
Who wrote the Twilight books?
A: Stephanie Meyer
What 5 colors are in the Olympic rings?
A: Blue, red, green, yellow, black
Which Avenger can calm down the Hulk?
A: Black Widow
Which bird has the largest wingspan?
A: Albatross
Who’s the most popular Tik Tok influencer?
A: Charli D’Amelio
Who was the first astronaut to step on the moon?
A: Neil Armstrong
What is the National Flower of the United States?
A: Rose
What spice can prevent spider veins and inhibit hair loss?
A: Paprika
Which Madonna song mentions 16 celebrities?
A: Vogue
In what year was eBay launched?
A: 1995
What TV show featured characters Samantha, Carrie, Cynthia, and Charlotte?
A: Sex and the City
What kind of dog was Lassie?
A: A Rough Collie
Name a land mammal that can’t jump.
A: Elephant, sloth, hippo, rhino
Who is known as the greatest writer in English history?
A: William Shakespeare
When was the zipper invented?
A: 1851
Whose ear did Mohammad Ali bite off in the famous 1997 boxing match?
A: Evander Holyfield
What did the Roman emperor Tiberius forbid men from wearing?
A: Silk
Who produced the first mail-order catalog for clothing?
A: Montgomery Ward
How many justices sit on the Supreme Court?
A: Nine
What is carrageenan?
A: A type of seaweed used as a thickening and emulsifying agent
Name the greatest racehorse of all time.
A: Secretariat
What singer holds the world record for the most words sung in a hit single?
A: Eminem
How many states are in the United States?
A: 50, Puerto Rico is not considered a state
How would you describe the color amaranth?
A: Rose-red
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup?
A: 16
In what city is the Eiffel Tower located?
A: Paris
What is the medical term for inflamed gums?
A: Gingivitis
How much of the earth’s surface is covered by water?
A: 71%
What is a female donkey called?
A: A Jenny
What is the official name of Rhode Island?
A: State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
Chartreuse is a blend of what two colors?
A: Yellow and Green
What do you call the catalog system academic libraries use?
A: Dewey Decimal Classification System
In 2020, who was considered the best swimmer in the world?
A: Michael Phelps
What country is Nelson Mandela from?
A: South Africa
What is the black circle in the center of your eye called?
A: Pupil
Name two of the four U.S presidents who were killed while in office.
A: Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, James A. Garfield, William McKinley
How many miles did the American pioneers average per day?
A: 15-20 miles with oxen or mules pulling their wagons
In what two continents do elephants naturally live?
A: Africa and Asia
What is the name of the alternate dimension in the Netflix show Stranger Things?
A: The Upside Down
Who is the first African American baseball player?
A: Moses Fleetwood “Fleet” Walker, 6 decades before Jackie Robinson
Name one of the other countries that use the metric system.
A: Myanmar and Liberia
What is the largest planet in the solar system?
A: Jupiter
In which galaxy is the earth located?
A: The Milky Way
What is the most common pizza topping?
A: Pepperoni
At normal altitude, at what temperature does water boil?
A: 212°F or 100°C
What former American Idol contestant has been touring with Queen since 2001?
A: Adam Lambert
In what year was The Simpsons first aired?
A: 1989
What is the name of the first city to host the Olympic Games in the U.S.?
A: St. Louis, Missouri
What is the official language of Brazil?
A: Portuguese
Which Italian city is famous for its leaning tower?
A: Pisa
In what year was the internet made public?
A: 1993
What is the capital of Delaware?
A: Dover
Which is the body’s largest organ?
A: Skin
What is the name of the first orca at SeaWorld San Diego?
A: Shamu
Where is Wrigley Field located?
A: Chicago, Illinois
How tall is the Seattle Space Needle?
A: 605 feet
Name a type of cloud.
A: Stratus, cirrus, cumulus, nimbus
How many children are in the Brady Bunch family?
A: Six
What is the first state in the United States?
A: Delaware
Whose picture is on the 20-dollar bill?
A: Andrew Jackson
In what year was the first Nintendo released?
A: 1985
How is the age of a tree identified?
A: By the number of rings inside the trunk
During a standard American football game, how many players are on the field?
A: 22
What is Kramer’s first name on the show Seinfeld?
A: Cosmo
What region of the brain controls appetite?
A: Hypothalamus
What was Twitter’s original name?
A: Twitter
In how many films did Sean Connery act as James Bond?
A: Seven
Who is the author of James and the Giant Peach?
A: Roald Dahl
Who is known for the painting titled “Starry Night”?
A: Vincent Van Gogh
What article of clothing is MC Hammer best known for?
A: Parachute pants (also called Hammer pants)
What is the strongest muscle in the human body?
A: Heart
Who wrote the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn?
A: Mark Twain
Which Beatle had dyslexia?
A: John Lennon
What is the main ingredient in falafel?
A: Chickpeas
Which U.S. state is nicknamed the “Bluegrass state?”
A: Kentucky
How fast can a cheetah run?
A: 70 mph
What is the world’s most expensive spice (by weight)?
A: Saffron
What is the chemical name of salt?
A: Sodium chloride
How is yellow fever transmitted?
A: When an infected mosquito bites you
How many parts does the average car have?
A: 30,000
When was the first iPhone released?
A: 2007
Which country produces the most coffee beans?
A: Brazil
Where is the Alamo located?
A: San Antonio, Texas
What spice helps with nausea and motion sickness?
A: Ginger
Which bone are babies born without?
A: Knee caps
What is the name of Chip and Joanna Gaines’ brand?
A: Magnolia
Who is the oldest Kardashian sister?
A: Kourtney
What is Spiderman’s given name?
A: Peter Parker
What is the smallest brass instrument?
A: Cornet
Which composer was completely deaf by the age of 44?
A: Beethoven
What Star Wars creatures live on the forest moon of Endor?
A: Ewoks
What is the third most expensive item a person will buy in their lifetime after a house and a car?
A: Furniture
Where does the tennis tournament Wimbledon take place?
A: London, England
Which U.S. state was thought to be an island by Europeans?
A: California
Which disease was the first vaccine invented to combat?
A: Smallpox in 1796
Who sang the hit song, “Shake it off?”
A: Taylor Swift
What is the name of the largest desert in the world?
A: Antarctic desert
What is the most used flavor enhancer in fast food?
A: MSG (MonoSodium Glutamate)
When is boxing day?
A: The day after Christmas, December 26
What is a hat trick in soccer?
A: One player scores 3 goals in a game
What is the name of Batman’s butler?
A: Alfred
What group helped make Justin Timberlake famous?
A: N’Sync
What is an abacus?
A: An old calculating tool also called a counting frame for math
How many Grammys has John Legend won?
A: 10
Where did Oktoberfest originate?
A: Munich, Germany
Name the largest mountain in the world.
A: Mt Everest in Nepal and Tibet
What does the acronym “smh” stand for?
A: Shaking my head
Where is the Guggenheim museum located?
A: A famous art museum, it’s located in New York, New York
Which auto brand was the first to offer seat belts?
A: Nash Motors
Who is called the King of Pop?
A: Michael Jackson
What does the slang term “Cap” mean?
A: To lie
Who is the founder of Chick-Fil-A?
A: True Cathy
What does YOLO mean?
A: You Only Live Once
Who was the first president of the United States?
A: George Washington
How many moons are in our solar system?
A: 181
Who was the only single president of the United States?
A: James Buchanan
Where does the Pope of the Catholic church live?
A: Vatican City
What is the Bill of Rights?
A: A document which contains the first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution
What is the name of the bear in The Jungle Book?
A: Baloo
What is the pH of pure water?
A: 7.00 (neutral)
Which president was involved in the Watergate scandal?
A: Richard Nixon
Which European nation has been credited for inventing hot dogs?
A: Germany
Who is the King of Rock and Roll?
A: Elvis Presley, nicknamed Elvis the Pelvis
What does the CC stand for in CC creams?
A: Color correcting
The Young Victoria was played by which British Actress?
A: Emily Blunt
What part of the atom has no electric charge?
A: Neutron
What alcohol is made from potatoes?
A: Vodka
Where is Area 51 located?
A: Nevada
Who were the main two actors in “The Fault in our Stars?”
A: Ansel Elgert and Shalene Woodley
When was the microwave invented?
A: 1946
Which country artist recorded two albums in prison?
A: Johnny Cash
Name the largest freshwater lake in the world.
A: Lake Superior
How many months in the year have 30 days?
A: 11
Which singer’s real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta?
A: Lady Gaga
Name two of Benjamin Franklin’s most famous inventions.
A: Lightning rod, bifocals, swim fins, Franklin stove, urinary catheter, armonica, street lamps, odometer
What is the national summer sport of Canada?
A: Lacrosse
What does Hermione (in Harry Potter: The Sorcerer’s Stone) turn into after drinking a transfiguration potion?
A: Cat
What is the hottest part of a chili pepper?
A: The flesh, not the seeds
When was the vacuum invented?
A: 1901
How many keys are on a standard piano?
A: 88
What is a pimento?
A: A pepper
What are the two most frequently used clefs in music?
A: Treble clef and Bass clef
What is Joe Exotic’s nickname?
A: The Tiger King
Who is the author of Gone with the Wind?
A: Margaret Mitchell. It sold 1 million copies in its first six months.
What fashion trend came out of the movie “Flashdance?”
A: Legwarmers
When is the Chinese New Year celebrated?
A: January 25th
Who gave the Statue of Liberty to America?
A: France
What was the first capital of the United States?
A: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Who was the first character to speak in Star Wars?
A: C-3PO
The United States is considered the largest agricultural producer of which crop?
A: Corn
What is nopal?
A: The cactus leaves of the prickly pear cactus
What was Steve Jobs best known for?
A: Founder of Apple
In what year did 9/11 attacks in America take place?
A: 2001
What is the largest river in the world?
A: Nile
What is the #1 U.S. fast food restaurant?
A: McDonald’s
When did the gold rush begin?
A: 1848
How many presidents have been impeached?
A: Three
What was the first fast-food restaurant in China?
A: Kentucky Fried Chicken
What is the name of the first American manufactured car?
A: Ford Model T
What is the most popular pet in the world?
A: Dog
How many NBA championships did Michael Jordan win while playing for the Chicago Bulls?
A: Six
Who played as Thor in eight Marvel films?
A: Chris Hemsworth
What does the musical term “forté” mean?
A: Loud
How many stars are on the European Union flag?
A: 12
Who was awarded the very first Gold Record?
A: Perry Como
On average, how deep is the ocean?
A: 2.3 miles deep
Worldwide, how many Disney theme parks are there?
A: 11
When was the first airplane invented?
A: 1903
How do you make a balloon float in the air?
A: Fill it with Helium
How many planets are in the solar system?
A: Eight
What does the acronym AIDS stand for?
A: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Which state is known as “The Last Frontier?”
A: Alaska
What does halitosis mean?
A: Bad breath
How many homicides did Ted Bundy admit to?
A: 30
What causes scurvy?
A: Vitamin C deficiency
What is the recommended drying time for wood used to make a violin?
A: 10 years, though the longer the better
What do you call a group of stars forming an imaginary picture?
A: Constellation
Who is the longest-serving president of the United States?
A: Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR)
How many species of marsupials are there?
A: 330
What is the largest mammal?
A: Blue whale
Name the character and actor who plays the boss in The Office.
A: Michael Scott- Character, Steve Carell- Actor
Which actor voiced Darth Vader from Star Wars and Mufasa in the Lion King?
A: James Earl Jones
What is the name of the laws that instituted segregation in the United States?
A: Jim Crow Laws
What day is Star Wars day?
A: May 4
In what city was Jesus Christ born?
A: Bethlehem
In what year was the first landing on the moon?
A: 1969
In which century did the Renaissance take place?
A: 14th-17th Century
Which actress owns The Honest Company?
A: Jessica Alba
In what year was President Barack Obama elected?
A: 2008
What religion celebrates Hanukkah?
A: Jewish
What was the first social media site called?
A: Six Degrees
When was the game Monopoly invented?
A: 1904
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?
A: SpongeBob SquarePants
What is the real name of the rapper P. Diddy?
A: Sean Combs
Where is the Epcot Center located?
A: Orlando, Florida inside of Disney World
What does Haute Couture mean in English?
A: High Fashion
Who led the successful campaign to separate India from British rule?
A: Mahatma Gandhi
What state was officially ratified 150 years after its request for statehood was approved?
A: Ohio
What is the “fabric of our lives?”
A: Cotton
What is another name for a davenport?
A: Couch
What is banana powder used for on your face?
A: Setting makeup/concealer
What is a haboob?
A: A type of sandstorm
What is the first American National monument?
A: Devil’s Tower in Wyoming
What is the average age for menopause for women in the U.S.?
A: 51
What is the name of the reality tv show in which teams of two race around the world completing various competitions along the way?
A: The Amazing Race
In golf, what is a mulligan?
A: A bad shot which, by mutual agreement between playing partners, is canceled and replayed
What is the longest river in the United States?
A: Mississippi
In the movie “A Christmas Story” what gift does Ralphie desperately want to receive?
A: Red Ryder Range 200 Shot BB Gun
When was the sport of equestrian invented?
A: 1912
What percentage of the body is made up of water?
A: 60%
What should be taken daily to reduce the risk of osteoporosis?
A: Calcium
What are the Latin words scrolled on all U.S. coins currently manufactured?
A: E pluribus unum, which was the traditional motto of the U.S. until 1956 and means “Out of many, one”
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