Trivia

Trivia Question: What Spanish conflict was arguably the longest war in human history? Answer: The Reconquista The Reconquista was fought between Spain and the occupying armies of North Africa. Overall, this war lasted for 781 years. Because there were periods of relative peace in that duration, it remains debatable whether or not this should be … Read more

Trivia Question: Suleiman the Magnificent ruled what empire? Answer: The Ottoman Empire The Ottoman Empire arguably hit one of its pinnacles thanks to Suleiman’s reign. He patronized artistic development and the sciences so thoroughly that the Ottoman Empire became a bastion of culture during a dark time. Suleiman’s efforts to conquer Hungary were halted at … Read more

Trivia Question: What boxer was known as “The Galveston Giant” and “The Great White Hope”? Answer: Jack Johnson Johnson became the first Black man to be named the World Heavyweight Champion. During a time when segregation was still enforced, he defeated James Jeffries in a major moment for integration. Sadly, race riots followed Johnson’s victory … Read more

Trivia Question: The George Washington Bridge crosses over what river? Answer: The Hudson River The George Washington Bridge connects New Jersey with Manhattan. When the bridge was completed back in 1931, it was the longest bridge in the world. That record would be broken only six years later when the Golden Gate Bridge was completed. … Read more

Trivia Question: On what date is St. Patrick’s Day annually? Answer: March 17th It is said that Saint Patrick died on this date back during the Fifth Century. So, this feast day acts as a memorial of the influential saint who brought Christianity to Ireland. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia … Read more