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Everyday Trivia Quiz

Everyday Trivia · Nature Quiz

20 questions · Unlimited attempts · Free online practice

Some of the most interesting things we learn don't come from textbooks they come from the little facts that make us stop and say, "I never knew that!" Everyday trivia is full of su...

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All 20 questions in this Everyday Trivia quiz
  1. A 'Fortnight' is a common term used in British English to describe a period of how many days?

    • A. 7
    • B. 10
    • C. 14
    • D. 21
  2. What is the name of the ubiquitous household lubricating spray whose name literally stands for "Water Displacement, 40th formula"?

    • A. WD-40
    • B. PB Blaster
    • C. Liquid Wrench
    • D. 3-IN-ONE
  3. In a standard deck of 52 playing cards, which suit is the only one where the King is shown in profile?

    • A. Hearts
    • B. Spades
    • C. Clubs
    • D. Diamonds
  4. The globally recognized symbol of the pharmaceutical profession, the Bowl of Hygieia, features a chalice with what specific animal wrapped around its stem?

    • A. A winged horse
    • B. A spider
    • C. A lion
    • D. A serpent
  5. What is the common name for the 'Windsor,' 'Half-Windsor,' and 'Four-in-Hand' styles of tying what?

    • A. A bow
    • B. A sailor's knot
    • C. A necktie
    • D. A shoelace
  6. What is the name for the 'grassy' sound produced when you rub two fingers together near your ear?

    • A. Susurrus
    • B. Frou-frou
    • C. Phosphene
    • D. Paresthesia
  7. In the standard game of chess, which piece is considered the most powerful because it can move any number of vacan't squares diagonally, horizontally, or vertically?

    • A. The Queen
    • B. The Knight
    • C. The Rook
    • D. The King
  8. What is the standard number of holes on a professional golf course?

    • A. 9
    • B. 12
    • C. 18
    • D. 21
  9. What is the official name for the small dot over the lowercase letters 'i' and 'j'?

    • A. Aglet
    • B. Tittle
    • C. Pip
    • D. Grommet
  10. What is the term for a group of crows?

    • A. A flock
    • B. A murder
    • C. A parliament
    • D. A gaggle
  11. In a standard deck of 52 playing cards, which King is the only one depicted without a mustache?

    • A. King of Spades
    • B. King of Hearts
    • C. King of Clubs
    • D. King of Diamonds
  12. Which common office fastener was originally patented under the name 'Paper-Binder' in 1867?

    • A. Staple
    • B. Paper Clip
    • C. Binder Clip
    • D. Thumbtack
  13. How many squares are on a standard chess board?

    • A. 36
    • B. 48
    • C. 64
    • D. 81
  14. The 'lead' found inside a modern pencil is actually composed of which material mixed with clay?

    • A. Lead
    • B. Charcoal
    • C. Graphite
    • D. Carbon Black
  15. What is the most common blood type among the human population worldwide?

    • A. A+
    • B. B-
    • C. O+
    • D. AB+
  16. Which of the following materials is the primary component of most modern credit and debit cards?

    • A. Polycarbonate
    • B. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
    • C. Aluminum
    • D. Graphite
  17. What is the common name for the symbol '&'?

    • A. Octothorpe
    • B. Ampersand
    • C. Caret
    • D. Tilde
  18. What is the formal, scientific term for the study of flags and their symbolism?

    • A. Numismatics
    • B. Philately
    • C. Vexillology
    • D. Heraldry
  19. Which common laundry product was originally marketed under the name 'Magic Water' in the late 19th century?

    • A. Bleach
    • B. Starch
    • C. Fabric Softener
    • D. Detergent
  20. In the context of computer monitors and televisions, what does 'OLED' stand for?

    • A. Optimal Light Emitting Diode
    • B. Organic Light Emitting Diode
    • C. Optical Laser Electronic Display
    • D. Orthogonal Light Emitting Device