Trivia Question: The historical monument called Big Ben is what type of structure? Answer: A clock tower Big Ben rises over the city of London. Its position next to Parliament has led to this clock tower being considered a symbol of Britain itself. Yet, the massive size of Big Ben’s mechanics necessitate rather intense maintenance … Read more

Trivia Question: What nation rests in between France and Germany geographically? Answer: Belgium Belgium is west of Germany and east of France. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”

Trivia Question: The three ships Dartmouth, Eleanor, and Beaver were involved in what historical event in 1773? Answer: The Boston Tea Party Each one of these vessels carried a fortune in British tea. By destroying that much merchandise, the American colonists called down the wrath of the British legal system. Yet, this single act of … Read more

Trivia Question: What famous lawyer successfully argued against segregation in Brown v. Board? Answer: Thurgood Marshall Thurgood Marshall’s work in Brown v. Board revolutionized America’s judicial history. He helped lay down the groundwork for the United States to end segregation. For his incredible work as a lawyer, Thurgood Marshall was eventually appointed as a Justice … Read more

Trivia Question: What species were the first animals to reach outer space? Answer: Fruit flies These flies were stowed aboard rockets that American scientists fired into space. The intention in sending such creatures up to the stars was to gather data on space travel’s effect on living organisms. Later examples of animals being sent into … Read more