Trivia Question: The only thing we have to fear is fear itself” is a famous quote by what American president? Answer: Franklin Delano Roosevelt Roosevelt was elected in one of America’s grimmest historical periods. The Great Depression was underway, and many people were losing their livelihoods. Roosevelt offered these words of comfort foreshadowing his commitment … Read more
Trivia Question: What tire company is famous for their blimps which fly over American sporting events? Answer: Goodyear The Goodyear blimps have become iconic pieces of marketing material. They first appeared around the mid-1900s as a way to get the tire company’s name out there. Few other companies have dedicated as much money into airship-based … Read more
Trivia Question: The “Don’t Tread on Me” flag from American history actually bears what official name? Answer: The Gadsden Flag The Gadsden Flag is yellow with an image of a rattlesnake on its face. The revolutionary Christopher Gadsden from South Carolina is the namesake of this flag. A staunch patriot, his attitude toward the British … Read more
The Beasts & Monsters of Mythology Quiz. The mythology of mankind is a subject that has fascinated a great deal of historians. In the millennia since these myths were first made, we have held onto these traditions out of appreciation and historical curiosity. Central to many of the most popular myths are monsters. These mythical … Read more
Trivia Question: The Yucatan Peninsula can be found in what continent? Answer: North America This peninsula is found in North America’s southern edge. The area contains parts of Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. Because it juts out into the Atlantic Ocean, this area is covered on three sides by water, thus making it a peninsula. Click … Read more