Trivia

Trivia Question: The only thing we have to fear is fear itself” is a famous quote by what American president? Answer: Franklin Delano Roosevelt Roosevelt was elected in one of America’s grimmest historical periods. The Great Depression was underway, and many people were losing their livelihoods. Roosevelt offered these words of comfort foreshadowing his commitment … Read more

Trivia Question: What tire company is famous for their blimps which fly over American sporting events? Answer: Goodyear The Goodyear blimps have become iconic pieces of marketing material. They first appeared around the mid-1900s as a way to get the tire company’s name out there. Few other companies have dedicated as much money into airship-based … Read more

Trivia Question: The “Don’t Tread on Me” flag from American history actually bears what official name? Answer: The Gadsden Flag The Gadsden Flag is yellow with an image of a rattlesnake on its face. The revolutionary Christopher Gadsden from South Carolina is the namesake of this flag. A staunch patriot, his attitude toward the British … Read more

Trivia Question: The Yucatan Peninsula can be found in what continent? Answer: North America This peninsula is found in North America’s southern edge. The area contains parts of Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. Because it juts out into the Atlantic Ocean, this area is covered on three sides by water, thus making it a peninsula. Click … Read more

Trivia Question: How many red and white stripes are on the American flag? Answer: 13 These stripes represent the 13 original American colonies. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”