Mansa Musa Quiz. The qualities that make a great leader are definitely debatable. Some say that charisma is the most important element in a potential leader. Others say that compassion is the X-factor that helps elevate a leader. The truly powerful leaders of human history manage to combine a number of these positive attributes to … Read more
Trivia Question: The cardinal Richelieu is credited with inventing what dining utensil? Answer: The butter knife Richelieu was an influential French statesman known for his rivalry/cooperation with King Louis XIII. According to legend, Richelieu was so tired of his dinner guests picking their teeth with steak knives that he ordered all of his cutlery to … Read more
Trivia Question: Tomoe Gozen is an example of a female samurai. What is the specific term for such a warrior? Answer: Onna-Musha Tomoe wielded a bladed polearm called a naginata. During the Genpei War, her loyal service led to the dominance of Japan’s first shogunate. Onna-Musha in general were quite rare because of Japan’s strict … Read more
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Trivia Question: What was the first name of Stonewall Jackson? Answer: Thomas Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson was one of the Confederacy’s most accomplished officers. He earned his nickname from the stalwart defense he put up at the First Battle of Bull Run. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”