Trivia Question: What Mercian noblewoman famously rode a horse through her city with nothing but her hair to cover her nakedness? Answer: Lady Godiva The tale of Lady Godiva remains shrouded in folklore and mystery. According to the tales, Godiva rode naked because her husband said he would lessen his taxation of the peasants if … Read more
Trivia Question: The Castle Bravo tests measured the effectiveness of what weapons? Answer: Nuclear bombs Castle Bravo was held at the Bikini Atoll. This top-secret operation proved that science had further advanced the deadliness of the original atomic bombs. Ironically, the Castle Bravo test was so secretive that Japanese fishermen near the launch sight were … Read more
Trivia Question: True or False: Wild Bill Hickok wore an eyepatch because he accidentally shot out one of his own eyes? Answer: False Hickok had both of his eyes for his entire life. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”
Instructions: Answer each question to the best of your ability. Once you select an answer, you will then find out if it is correct or not. There will also be an explanation to help you learn more about history. An orange “Continue” button will appear and allow you to move to the next question. Good … Read more
Trivia Question: What was the common name given to the trading route that connected China and Europe? Answer: Silk Road (The Silk Route) As the name implies, silk was a primary commodity shipped along this route. China’s silkworms could produce the luxurious material and European nobles were willing to pay exorbitant prices for it. Marco … Read more