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Trivia Question: What folk tale tells of a man who wandered into the mountains and fell asleep for two decades? Answer: Rip Van Winkle The folk story of Rip Van Winkle has been spread far and wide. According to the legend, Van Winkle drank alcohol favored by powerful spirits. Such a drink put him into … Read more
Trivia Question: The Galapagos Islands are owned by what country? Answer: Ecuador The Galapagos Islands rest in the Pacific near Ecuador. These historic islands are perhaps best known for inspiring Darwin’s Theory of Evolution. By observing the differences in birds’ beaks between the islands, it occurred to Darwin that some species would generally adapt to … Read more
Trivia Question: What nation calls the English Channel “La Manche”? Answer: France France and England are separated by this narrow strip of water. As for the name “La Manche” it literally translates to “The Channel.” Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”
Trivia Question: What explorer discovered Jamaica? Answer: Christopher Columbus Columbus made multiple voyages to the Americas. Generally, he stayed near the Caribbean. There is a common misconception that he discovered the American mainland, but that isn’t true. He generally discovered the Americas, but only by landing on islands near the American continents. Click Here To … Read more
Trivia Question: What woman was 1952’s Time Magazine “Man” of the Year? Answer: Queen Elizabeth II This original Time Magazine award was explicitly called The Man of the Year Award. So, it was peculiar when women like Queen Elizabeth II won it. To prevent future oddities like this, Time Magazine changed the name to Person … Read more