Trivia Question: Angela’s Ashes is a famous historical memoir by what Irish American author? Answer: Frank McCourt This memoir became a defining piece of literature for Irish American history. In the work, McCourt detailed his difficult youth spent on both sides of the Atlantic. Angela’s Ashes also gave many around the world a glimpse into … Read more
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Trivia Question: What is the common nickname given to the Nazi spy Stella Goldschlag? Answer: Blonde Poison Goldschlag was a Jewish woman living in the time of the Third Reich. Rather than facing persecution, she earned privileges for herself by giving up other hiding Jews to the Nazis. In the process, she became one of … Read more
Trivia Question: Where is the Holy Kaaba located? Answer: Mecca Kaaba is an Arabic word that means cube. The Kaaba is the holiest place in the world for many Muslim sects. Central to the Great Mosque, the Kaaba is a destination for Muslims who perform the Hajj. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz … Read more
Trivia Question: “The Pit and the Pendulum” by Edgar Allan Poe, took place during what historic event? Answer: The Spanish Inquisition The Inquisition was intended to bring about a more Christian age in Spain. After centuries of being subjugated by the caliphates of Africa, the newly-freed Spain began to grow suspicious of things that existed … Read more