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Trivia Question: What nation originated the Olympics? Answer: Greece In Ancient Greece, athletes were venerated as local heroes. The Olympics, then, were meant to decide which athletes were the best of the best. Even the name “The Olympics” is derived from Mount Olympus in Greece. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia … Read more

80s Pop Culture Icons Quiz

Instructions: Answer each question to the best of your ability. Once you select an answer, you will then find out if it is correct or not. There will also be an explanation to help you learn more about history. An orange “Continue” button will appear and allow you to move to the next question. Good … Read more

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Trivia Question: Who was the first American to win a Nobel Peace Prize? Answer: Theodore Roosevelt Roosevelt earned this prize while acting as President of the United States. Specifically, it was his arbitration of the Russo-Japanese War that earned him this prestigious award. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of … Read more

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Trivia Question: What theme for the American president was inspired by Sir Walter Scott’s “The Lady of the Lake”? Answer: “Hail to the Chief” “Hail to the Chief” is played to announce the president’s arrival. Both the song’s name and some of its lyrics were inspired by Scott’s poem. Click Here To Take Today’s History … Read more

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Trivia Question: Askr and Embla were the first people in what mythology? Answer: Norse mythology In a sense, Askr and Embla can be called Norse mythology’s Adam and Eve. Askr and Embla were reportedly fashioned from wood by Odin himself. Even the name Askr refers to the ash tree that he was carved from. Click … Read more