Trivia Question: Where is the famous Hope Diamond permanently displayed? Answer: The Smithsonian The Hope Diamond was one of the world’s largest cut diamonds. Because of its unique color and its ownership by Louis XIV, it was often called The French Blue. A later tycoon donated the Hope Diamond to the Smithsonian where it could … Read more
The Rutherford B. Hayes Quiz The American nation found itself in a peculiar place following the Reconstruction. With a newly reintegrated South trying to regain its political influence, tensions that had flared to cause the Civil War were once again beginning to glow. There were multiple grim examples demonstrating the schism that still split America … Read more
Trivia Question: Brigham Young was an early leader of what faith? Answer: The Mormon Church Brigham Young was one of the leaders of the Mormons who traveled to Utah. As the successor to Joseph Smith, he formalized many of the tenets that would be foundational for Mormons going forward. Naturally, Young’s name is immortalized in … Read more
Trivia Question: What mythological figure opened Pandora’s Box? Answer: Pandora The box in question was entrusted to Pandora’s husband. When curiosity overtook her, she pried open the box despite her husband’s warnings. When it opened, Pandora’s Box released all manner of suffering upon humanity. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question … Read more
Trivia Question: What Roman emperor won multiple Olympic events? Answer: Nero Nero, egotistical as he was, rigged each event in his favor. So, whenever he competed, he was guaranteed victory. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”