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Trivia Question: What avian name did people give inventor Howard Hughes’ wooden “flying boat” that was intended for use during WWII? Answer: The Spruce Goose The Spruce Goose is remembered as a curiosity of aeronautics. Officially, its designation was the H-4 Hercules. Because of its ungarnished wooden exterior, though, people have consistently called Hughes’ plane … Read more
Trivia Question: Tabla are hand drums that originated in what country whose musical culture they have become symbolic of? Answer: India Tabla are like bongos but more melodic. An experienced tabla player can produce full tonal songs using the various parts of the drum, proving their versatility as a musical instrument. Click Here To Take … Read more
Trivia Question: Gilbert and Sullivan are historic figures known for producing what? Answer: Musicals/Comic operas Gilbert and Sullivan produced some of the most famous pieces of British theater in history. By doing so, they became global celebrities and lauded fathers of the entertainment scene. Historians often point to their works as being quintessential midpoints between … Read more
Trivia Question: Who shot Lee Harvey Oswald? Answer: Jack Ruby Oswald had just shot President John F. Kennedy. On live television, Jack Ruby murdered Oswald while he was being taking into custody. Such an event has left much mystery surrounding the motives of both Oswald and Ruby. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz … Read more
Trivia Question: The Blarney Stone is a symbol of what country? Answer: Ireland The Blarney Stone is a large rock found within Blarney Castle, Ireland. According to legend, kissing said rock bestows someone with the gift of the gab. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”