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Trivia Question: The Hudson River is named after what explorer? Answer: Henry Hudson Henry Hudson explored on behalf of England’s crown. He was one of the first major explorers to map out parts of Canada through his namesake Hudson Bay. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”
Trivia Question: What lady gained notoriety as a peerless sharpshooter while she toured in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show? Answer: Annie Oakley Annie Oakley grew up in fairly typical rural circumstances. Yet, she discovered that she possessed an impressive talent for shooting. Buffalo Bill added her to his roster and toured the western world allowing … Read more
Trivia Question: How many empirical pounds does the measurement “a stone” refer to? Answer: 14 pounds This measurement was formulated in Britain’s mercantile past. Bundles of wool would be grouped into 14-pound bunches that were called stones. Ever since then, parts of the modern U.K. have referred to a stone as a measure of 14 … Read more
Trivia Question: James Cook was murdered while exploring what chain of islands? Answer: Hawaii Cook expected to discover foreign lands and immediately claim ownership over them. The Hawaiians didn’t take too kindly to that notion. So, they killed James Cook ending the famous explorer’s career on a violent note. Click Here To Take Today’s History … Read more
Trivia Question: What famous entertainer started “The Greatest Show on Earth?” Answer: P. T. Barnum Barnum himself coined this now-famous phrase. His circus was one of the first of its kind to reach massive success in America. Later, Barnum’s circus would merge with a few other notable acts to form a successful entertainment conglomeration. Click … Read more