Trivia Question: What famous Latin phrase is commonly translated as “Out of many: One”? Answer: E pluribus unum The phrase “E pluribus unum” appears in multiple democratic nations’ iconography. However, this bit of language is particularly famous for its use in the seal of the United States. The eagle in said seal carries a banner … Read more

Trivia Question: Machu Picchu is a remnant of what ancient civilization? Answer: The Incan civilization Machu Picchu is a ruined citadel. Because of its isolated location in the mountains of South America, relatively little of Machu Picchu was disturbed across the centuries. It remains a testament to one of the mightiest civilizations in the early … Read more

Trivia Question: Marilyn Monroe famously sang “Happy Birthday” to what American president? Answer: John F. Kennedy The sultry performance that Marilyn Monroe gave inspired rumors of an affair between her and J.F.K. Nothing was ever confirmed, but multiple sources alleged rendezvouses shared by the two icons. None of those sources offered concrete evidence of their … Read more

Trivia Question: What was the name of the pig that the Yippie counterculture faction nominated as a candidate for the presidency of the U.S.A.? Answer: Pigasus The Yippies were members of America’s Youth International Party. As a way of protesting the political establishment of America, they nominated a swine named Pigasus to run for office. … Read more

Trivia Question: Since 1160, the House of Grimaldi has ruled what sovereign city-state in France? Answer: Monaco Monaco is found along France’s southern edge just west of Italy. For that matter, it was from Italy that the House of Grimaldi originated. Like Vatican City, Monaco is considered generally independent while also still being part of … Read more