Trivia Question: How many states are in the country of Australia? Answer: Six These states are New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”

Trivia Question: What folk tale tells of a man who wandered into the mountains and fell asleep for two decades? Answer: Rip Van Winkle The folk story of Rip Van Winkle has been spread far and wide. According to the legend, Van Winkle drank alcohol favored by powerful spirits. Such a drink put him into … Read more

Trivia Question: The Galapagos Islands are owned by what country? Answer: Ecuador The Galapagos Islands rest in the Pacific near Ecuador. These historic islands are perhaps best known for inspiring Darwin’s Theory of Evolution. By observing the differences in birds’ beaks between the islands, it occurred to Darwin that some species would generally adapt to … Read more

Trivia Question: What nation calls the English Channel “La Manche”? Answer: France France and England are separated by this narrow strip of water. As for the name “La Manche” it literally translates to “The Channel.” Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”

Trivia Question: What explorer discovered Jamaica? Answer: Christopher Columbus Columbus made multiple voyages to the Americas. Generally, he stayed near the Caribbean. There is a common misconception that he discovered the American mainland, but that isn’t true. He generally discovered the Americas, but only by landing on islands near the American continents. Click Here To … Read more