Trivia Question: The Anarchy began in England as a result of what historic vessel sinking? Answer: The White Ship William Adelin, heir to the throne of England, died aboard the White Ship. So, after his father Henry I passed away, England was left without a ruler. Over a decade of civil war resulted. Click Here … Read more
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Trivia Question: What Mexican state extends the furthest south? Answer: Chiapas Mexico is made up of 32 individual states. Chiapas happens to be the southernmost of those states. Because of Chiapas’ proximity to the Equator, it is a major producer of tropical bananas. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of … Read more
Trivia Question: What Germanic peoples’ name is now a synonym for one who defaces things? Answer: The Vandals The Vandals were one of the tribes which sacked Rome. During the Renaissance, when Europeans studied the history of the Roman Empire, they began to despise the Vandals for disrupting such a powerful civilization. This is how … Read more
Trivia Question: The Gunpowder Treason of 1605 was a failed terrorist attack in what country? Answer: England The Treason was orchestrated by disgruntled English Catholics who wanted to start a political revolution. Their target was King James I. After over a decade of persecution against Catholics in England, the members of the Gunpowder Treason sought … Read more