Trivia

Trivia Question: The Great Molasses Flood was an event in 1919 that killed 21 people in what American city? Answer: Boston Some know this tragic episode as “The Boston Molasses Flood.” A tank of molasses unexpectedly burst and rushed through the nearby streets, tragically restraining and drowning people in its viscous mass. In addition to … Read more

Trivia Question: The nation of Andorra is located on what continent? Answer: Europe Andorra is a small country adjacent to the Iberian Peninsula. In case you want to find it on a map, check between France and Spain. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”

Trivia Question: John Pershing led what country’s Expeditionary Forces during World War One? Answer: America’s Pershing was known by the moniker “Black Jack.” After the experience he gained during the Spanish-American War, he understood how to plan troop movements and invasions into foreign territory. This made him an ideal candidate to lead the U.S. Expeditionary … Read more

Trivia Question: The first major influx of French citizens into the Americas came seeking what resource? Answer: Furs Animals with rich pelts could be found all over North America. Many of the first Canadian settlers, especially, were French citizens who hoped to make their fortunes on the frontier. Those who remained in Europe paid handsomely … Read more

Trivia Question: The Old Bailey is what kind of establishment in London? Answer: A courthouse The Old Bailey was once part of a prison complex. For centuries, though, it has acted as one of London’s most famous criminal courts. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”