Trivia

Trivia Question: The Archbishop of Canterbury leads what religion? Answer: The Church of England The Church of England traces its roots to Henry VIII. When Henry broke from the Catholic Church and founded a new Christian faith, he wanted a pontiff to lead the people and dictate dogma. So, he vested the Archbishop of Canterbury … Read more

Trivia Question: The folk hero Little Black Sambo turned what animals into ghee (butter)? Answer: Tigers According to this legend, the titular character was hounded by tigers. Once he was safely up a tree, he manipulated them by throwing down his fancy umbrella. The tigers then chased each other around the tree to steal the … Read more

Trivia Question: What American Founding Father designed the peculiar instrument called the glass armonica? Answer: Benjamin Franklin Franklin was known for his many practical inventions. The glass armonica, on the other hand, was more of an oddity than something the common man could get any use of. The central sound-making component of the armonica was … Read more

Trivia Question: True or False: the term “Gerrymander” is a portmanteau of the name “Gerry” and the word “Salamander.” Answer: True Elbridge Gerry, former Vice President of the United States, was known for drawing voting districts in peculiar ways that would benefit him politically. One of his most infamous districts resembled a salamander because of … Read more

Trivia Question: What country’s armed forces enacted the Bataan Death March during World War Two? Answer: Imperial Japan Tens of thousands of American and Filipino prisoners of war were tortured during the Death March. With barely any food or water, these men were run across treacherous terrain. Some reports even claim the Japanese would entertain … Read more