Trivia Question: What helpful animal has been called “The ship of the desert” throughout history? Answer: The camel Camels have been used as beasts of burden in many desert cultures. They can carry heavy loads including human passengers. In addition, camels are naturally resistant to the heat of the desert meaning they can go long … Read more

Trivia Question: Arthur Miller’s play The Crucible was set during what historical event? Answer: The Salem Witch Trials The Salem Witch Trials was a famous example of mass hysteria. Residents of Salem, Massachusetts started turning on one another throwing around serious accusations of committing witchcraft. People lost their lives because of how serious such charges … Read more

Trivia Question: In 1948, American Alger Hiss was accused with spying on behalf of what country? Answer: The Soviet Union The event was something of a precursor and a kickoff point for the Red Scare. As tensions flared between the Soviet and western powers, espionage became a major tool both regions used against one another. … Read more

Trivia Question: What Pope is famous for only spending 33 days in office? Answer: John Paul I Pope John Paul I led the Catholic Church for about a month in 1978. His successor would take the name John Paul II. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”