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When it comes to good ice breaker questions, nothing beats funny trivia questions. They are probably the best questions to ask at pretty much any social event.
These funny questions are neither personal nor political, so they won't make anyone uncomfortable. Plus, they tend to lighten the mood and make people smile. Best of all, everyone gets to learn a thing or two!
With this in mind, make sure to check out our list of funny trivia questions below. This way, you will always have a few great prompts up your sleeve to break any awkward silence.
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13 Best Funny Trivia Questions
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We bet you've got no time to waste, so let's jump right into the best funny trivia!
Here are the 13 best funny trivia questions:
1. Ancient Romans Boiled Vinegar and What to Make an Energy Drink?
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Goat poop
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The sports drink of choice of Ancient Roman charioteers was believed improve their performance in the arena.
2. In Tennessee, It's Illegal to Drive If You Are What?
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Asleep
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Sounds reasonable — especially considering that Tennessee law also makes it illegal to catch fish using a lasso.
3. What Was Banned in Indonesia for Stimulating Passion?
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Hula hoops
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In 1958, Japan and Indonesia banned the public use of hula hoops on the grounds of public indecency.
4. Washington Police Officers Get a Half Hour Class in How to What?
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Sit down.
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The employees of the Seattle PD fingerprint unit were required to attend mandatory training on how to use rolling chairs after three people filed compensation claims for injuries sustained after attempting to sit in one.
5. Americans Do What 22 Times a Day?
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6. What Is Fitted by Argentinian Scientists That Helps Increase Milk Yield?
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False teeth
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Cows' teeth start to show wear after around five years. Dentures help them live longer and healthier lives — and produce more milk.
7. What's Johnny Depp Afraid Of?
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Clowns
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The actor has Coulrophobia or fear of clowns.
8. What's the Main Ingredient in Bombay Duck?
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Fish
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There's no duck in the recipe. The main ingredient is a fish called bummalo.
9. Name Two Countries That Don't Allow Tattoos.
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Iran and Japan
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In addition to tattoos, Iran has outlawed spiky haircuts and sunbeds as signs of "devil worship." In Japan, tattoos are associated with the yakuza, or members of the country's organized crime syndicates.
10. Which Country Has 6 Villages Called Silly, 12 Called Billy, and 2 Called Pratt?
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France
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They also have a village called Corps-Nuds, meaning "naked body." And then there's the village of Monteton, or "my nipple."
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11. What Were the First Ice Hockey Pucks Made Out Of?
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Frozen cow dung.
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However, most people used stones or pieces of wood.
12. In Florida, It's Illegal for Unmarried Women to Do What on Sundays?
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Skydive
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The law is rarely, if ever, enforced.
13. What Establishment Has a Lower Acceptance Rate Than Harvard?
15 Random Funny Trivia Questions
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There's nothing like random trivia to make people laugh. So, why not check out our selection of random trivia questions and answers?
Here are 15 random funny trivia questions:
14. What Was Ancient Contraception Made From?
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Crocodile dung
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Ancient Egyptian women would mix crocodile dung with sour milk to form a thick dough, which was inserted into the vagina as a sperm barrier.
15. When Held to Ultraviolet Light, What Animal's Urine Glows in the Dark?
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Cat
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While all urine glows under U.V. light because it contains phosphorus, cat urine is particularly bright.
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16. Iceland Diverted Roads to Avoid Disturbing Communities of What?
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Elves
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More than half of the country's population believe elves, dwarves, and ghosts exist, so they make sure not to upset them.
17. Catgut Was Normally Made from the Intestines of Which Animal?
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Horses, sheep, and goats.
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No actual cat gut was used.
18. What Fictional Character Is Real According to 25% of Americans?
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Sherlock Holmes
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They are not entirely wrong. Holmes was based on Dr. Joseph Bell, a Scottish surgeon and a pioneer of forensic science.
19. In French Vineyards, It's Illegal to Do What?
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Land a flying saucer.
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The law was enacted in 1954 after people started reporting UFO sightings en masse.
20. What Is Scotland's National Animal?
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Unicorn
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It was first featured on the Scottish royal coat of arms in the 12th century.
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21. Which City Has the Largest Greek Population Outside of Greece and Cyprus?
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Melbourne
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According to Australia's 2016 census, the Greek diaspora in Melbourne was 173,598 people.
22. A Group of Ravens Is Known As?
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Unkindness
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Other collective nouns for ravens include "treachery" and "conspiracy."
23. In Public Places in Florida, What's Illegal to Do If You Are Wearing a Swimsuit?
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Sing
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It's also illegal for women to fall asleep under a hair dryer.
24. What Is the Official Nickname of Texas?
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The Lone Star State
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The nickname is a reminder of the state's past as an independent republic and its struggle for independence from Mexico.
25. In Which Country Was the Caesar Salad Invented?
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Mexico
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The salad was invented by restaurateur Caesar Cardini who ran restaurants in San Diego and Tijuana.
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26. Who Invented the Word "Vomit"?
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William Shakespeare
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He also came up with "swagger," "critic," and "lonely."
27. Native to the Caribbean, What Sort of Animal Is the Mountain Chicken?
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A frog.
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It's also known as "giant ditch frog."
28. Why Did Pirates Wear Earrings?
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To improve their eyesight.
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It was a common superstition that the precious metals in earrings had healing properties.
10 Funny Trivia Questions for Adults
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No matter how old we get, we always appreciate a good laugh — which is why trivia questions for adults can come in handy.
Here are 10 funny trivia questions for adults:
29. In Ancient Greece, Throwing an Apple at Someone Was a Declaration of What?
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Love
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According to ancient lore, goddesses Aphrodite, Athena, and Hera fought over who was the fairest of the three. Eventually, they asked the mortal prince Paris of Troy to be the judge of that and throw an apple at the most beautiful goddess (Aphrodite won).
30. The City Council of Chico, California, Set a $500 Fine for Exploding What in the City?
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A nuclear bomb.
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The proposal was scrapped in 1983 due to "international ridicule."
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31. Which Is the Longest Movie Ever Made?
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The Cure for Insomnia' (85 hours running time).
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The 2012 Swedish film follows the production cycle of a pedometer in reverse.
32. In North Carolina, It's Illegal to Do What?
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Sing out of tune.
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The law dates back to the 19th century when a man was fined for singing loudly and out of tune in Lumberton, NC.
33. What's the Hottest Pepper in the World?
34. What Popular Beverage once Contained Cocaine?
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Coca-Cola
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When first launched, Coca-Cola had two key ingredients: cocaine and caffeine.
35. Name Two Countries that Allow Taking a Nap During Work?
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Italy and Spain
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In Spanish, the midday nap is known as a "siesta."
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36. When Do Babies Get Their Fingerprints?
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As a fetus 21 weeks after conception.
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Babies also begin hiccuping around that time.
37. Who Is Known as Gambrinous?
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A person who is full of beer.
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The word originates from King Gambrinus, a legendary Flemish king and an unofficial patron saint of beer.
38. Coprastastaphobia Is the Fear of What?
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Constipation
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And "coprophobia" is the fear of feces.
11 Easy Funny Trivia Questions
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Sometimes, you just can't be bothered with overly complicated questions and answers. In such cases, easy trivia questions are the way to go.
Here are 11 easy funny trivia questions:
39. What Bird Has Eyes That Are Bigger Than Its Brain?
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Ostrich
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Ostriches have the largest eyes in the entire animal kingdom!
40. What Reptile Can't Stick Its Tongue Out?
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Crocodile
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Crocodiles have a membrane that holds their tongue in place.
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41. What Are the Only Two Words with Three Consecutive Double Letters?
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Bookkeeper and "Bookkeeping"
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And the word with the most double letters is "yellowwooddoor". It has been acknowledged as a Scrabble word.
42. What's the Quantity of Beauty Required to Launch One Ship?
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milliHelen
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This humorous unit of measurement is based on Helen of Troy, the "face that launched a thousand ships."
43. In the U.S.A., Every 12 Seconds Someone Does What in a Holiday Inn?
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Steals a towel.
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That's more than 2.7 million towels per year!
44. John Paul Getty, One of the World's Richest Men, Had What in His House?
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A payphone.
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He also installed dial-locks on all regular telephones in the house and only allowed designated staff members to use them.
45. If You Were to Dig a Hole Through the Center of the Earth Starting from Wellington, New Zealand, Which European Country Would You End Up In?
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Spain
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46. Which Fruit Originates from China?
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Kiwi
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The first seeds were brought to New Zealand from China at the turn of the 20th century.
47. What Country Do Panama Hats Originate From?
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Ecuador
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People started calling them Panama hats in the 1850s after Ecuadorian hat makers emigrated to Panama, where they managed to sell a lot more hats than in Ecuador.
48. What Is the Color of Aircraft Black Boxes?
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Orange
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The fluorescent color makes them easier to locate after an accident.
49. True or False: You Can Sneeze in Your Sleep.
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FALSE
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To sneeze, your body must be in a state of wakefulness.
15 Hard Funny Trivia Questions
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If you are up for a challenge, why don't you have a go at our extra hard trivia questions?
Here are 15 hard funny trivia questions:
50. What Is the Title of the Invisible Artwork That Actor James Franco Sold for $10,000?
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Fresh Air
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That's right, James Franco makes imagined artwork. Buyers get to keep the title and description card.
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51. What Is the Technical Name for the Fear of Long Words?
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Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia.
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A bit of a mouthful, wouldn't you say?
52. In Danish, What Does Svangerskabsforebyggendemiddel Mean?
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Condom
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That's not even the longest Danish word. This honor goes to "speciallægepraksisplanlægningsstabilliseringsperiode." It means "specialist doctor practice's planning stabilization period."
53. What Is Composed of 59% Nitrogen, 21% Hydrogen, and 9% Dioxide?
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Fart
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Only about 1% of a fart is made up of hydrogen sulfide and mercaptans, which contain sulfur (which is what makes farts stink).
54. When Did the Celts Celebrate Their New Year?
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November 1.
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This date marked the end of the harvest and summer and the beginning of winter.
55. What Bird Can't Move Its Eyeballs?
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Owls
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Owls have to twist their whole head to look around.
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56. What Are People Who Love Eating Ice Called?
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Pagophagiacs
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The compulsive consumption of ice may indicate iron-deficiency anemia.
57. What Is the Correct Term for a Question Mark Immediately Followed by an Exclamation Mark?
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Interrobang
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There's a name for that?!
58. What Animal Can't Walk Backward?
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Kangaroo
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Kangaroos can't walk; their tail and long feet get in the way. They can only jump forward.
59. What's the Dot on the Small Letter 'i' Called?
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A title.
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Not to be confused with overring.
60. When the Computer Mouse Was Invented, It Was Called What?
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X-Y position indicator for a display system.
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Luckily, that didn't stick.
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61. What Did J. Edgar Hoover Bar People from Walking On?
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His shadow.
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Later in life, Hoover, the first Director of the FBI, also ordered the FBI to research medical discoveries that could prolong (his) life.
62. What's a "Gallybagger," "Mawkin," and "Bwbach"?
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Scarecrows
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No matter what you call it, it's a temporary solution. Over time, birds get used to scarecrows.
63. What's Another Word for Deuterium?
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Heavy water.
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Heavy water contains more hydrogen than regular water and is toxic.
64. Which Bird Is Nicknamed "The Laughing Jackass"?
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The Kookaburra.
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It got this nickname due to their distinctive laughing calls.
9 Fun and Also Funny Trivia Questions
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If you want to make people laugh, one of the best ways to go about it is by asking them fun trivia questions.
Here are 9 fun and also funny trivia questions:
65. Makeup artist Joanna Balkin Said She Needed 40 Bottles of Sunscreen per Month to Protect What 1990s TV Show's Cast from Sunburns?
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Baywatch
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The actors also used self-tanning lotion and spent the time between takes wrapped in full-length robes and under umbrellas.
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66. What Animal Is Illegal to Own as a Pet in Queensland, Australia?
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Rabbit
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Rabbits are considered pests in Australia and have caused a lot of damage to the local ecosystem after they were brought by settlers in 1859.
67. What Was the First Patented Service Uniform in the U.S.?
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The Playboy Bunny.
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It's registered under trademark number 0762884.
68. Which Celebrity Refused a Dinner Invitation from JFK's White House Because It Was a Hundred Miles Away?
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William Faulkner
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In April 1962, President JFK held a dinner in honor of the U.S. Nobel Prize laureates. Faulkner declined the invitation. He famously said, "That's a long way to go just to eat."
69. In Which Month Was the October Revolution Celebrated?
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November
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From 1927 to 1990, the former Soviet Union used to celebrate October Revolution Day on November 7.
70. In Georgia, It's Illegal to Do What with a Fork?
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Eat fried chicken.
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In 1961, the city of Gainesville made it illegal to eat fried chicken using anything other than your hands. The law was a publicity stunt.
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71. When Newborn Babies Cry for the First Time, Do They Produce Tears?
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No.
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The ability to produce tears only develops toward the end of the newborn's first month.
72. In Which Country Were Fortune Cookies Invented?
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The U.S.A
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Fortune cookies were invented in San Francisco.
73. What's the Most Common Toilet Paper Color in France?
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Pink
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Did you expect any less from the world's most fashionable country?
9 Funny Trivia for Kids
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We had a section for the adults earlier, so it's only fair that we have some trivia for kids too.
Here are 9 funny trivia for kids:
74. In 1907, a Cereal Company Had a Campaign That Offered Free Cereal to Any Woman Who Would Wink at Her Grocer. Which Company Was It?
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Kellogg's Corn Flakes
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Not sure that would fly in this day and age.
75. What Was Mickey Mouse's Original Name?
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Mortimer mouse
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Walt Disney's wife told him Mortimer wasn't a good name and suggested Mickey Mouse.
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76. What Is the Collective Noun for a Group of Unicorns?
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A Blessing.
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Since we're dealing with mythological animals, a group of dragons is called a "thunder."
77. Which Fish Will Evaporate If Left in the Sun?
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Jelly Fish
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Jellyfish are made up of 98% water.
78. Where Does the Word "Bonfire" Come From?
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Bone and "fire"
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The word originally meant a large, open-air fire where bones were burnt.
79. What Was Walt Disney Afraid Of?
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Mice
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He had to settle for mice as all cuter animals had already been taken as cartoon characters.
80. What Is a Group of Lions Called?
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A pride.
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Lions were traditionally seen as proud and regal, which is why their families were called "prides."
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81. What Is Scooby Doo's Full Name?
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Scoobert Doo
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Strangely enough, many people think his real name is Scoobert Doobert.
82. What Is America's National Dish?
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Hamburger
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However, burgers most likely originated from Hamburg, Germany.
11 Funny History Trivia
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Now that we have the trivia for kids covered, how about some history trivia?
Here are 11 funny history trivia:
83. The First Time Someone Bought Real-World Goods with Bitcoins, 10,000 of Them (Worth Over $90 Million Today) Were Exchanged for What?
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Two pizzas.
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The day was May 22, 2010, and the pizzas were a couple of large Papa John's pizzas that cost around $30 at the time.
84. In 1999, What Was Banned from the NSA's Headquarters out of Fear That They Might Repeat National Security Secrets?
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Furbies
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In reality, Furbies couldn't record anything — all their lines had been prerecorded.
85. In 1971, French Riot Police Were Ordered to the Riviera to Deal with What?
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Hundreds of topless women.
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Guess those police officers had seen worse days at work.
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86. What Was Eleanor Roosevelt's Maiden Name?
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Eleonor Roosevelt.
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Eleanor Roosevelt and her husband, President F. Roosevelt, were distant relatives.
87. Who Said, "I Am the President of the United States, and I Am Not Going to Eat Any More Broccoli"?
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George Bush
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Apparently, his diet was quite heavy on junk food.
88. Where Did Halloween Originate?
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Ireland
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Halloween can be traced back to the ancient Celtic festival Samhain. The Celts lived in what is now Ireland, the U.K., and northern France.
89. What Was the Color Used for Baby Boys in 1900s?
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Pink
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And baby girls used to wear blue!
90. How Many Paintings Did Vincent van Gogh Sell in His Lifetime?
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One
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By 2017, his paintings would sell for as much as $81.3 million.
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91. How Long Did the 100-Year War Last?
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116 years
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The war between England and France lasted from 1337 to 1453.
92. What Nickname Was Given to Rembrandt's "The Night Watch" after Being Over-Restored in the 1940s?
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The Day Watch.
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Rembrandt had applied multiple layers of varnish that darkened so much that everyone thought the painting depicted a night scene. The varnish was removed in the 1940s, but the name "The Night Watch" stuck.
93. Henry VIII Introduced Which Tax in England in 1535?
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Bear tax
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The King's daughter, Elizabeth I, would also charge every beard of more than two weeks' growth.
9 Funny Thanksgiving Trivia Questions
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Thanksgiving dinners can be awkward, so it's always a good idea to have a few Thanksgiving trivia questions ready to fill any uncomfortable silences.
Here are 9 funny Thanksgiving trivia questions:
94. How Can You Tell If a Wild Turkey Is Male or Female?
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By their droppings: J-shaped are from males and spirals are from females
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Who would've thought?
95. What Are Male Turkeys Called?
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Toms
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They are also knowns as "gobblers."
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96. How Does America's Thanksgiving Parade Conclude?
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With the arrival of Santa Claus.
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The only exception was 1920 when Santa was leading the parade.
97. What's the Day Before Thanksgiving Famous For?
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Highest bar sales.
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It's known as "Blackout Wednesday" and "Drinksgiving."
98. Three Thousand Years Back, Native Americans Domesticated Turkeys to Use Which Part of Their Bodies?
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Feathers
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They used the feathers to decorate ceremonial clothing.
99. Name the Bird That Is the Main Thanksgiving Course but Was Once Threatened with Extinction.
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Turkey
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By the 1930s, wild turkeys were extinct in 18 states.
100. Which War Inspired Abraham Lincoln to Proclaim Thanksgiving an Annual Holiday?
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The American Civil War.
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On October 3, 1863, Lincoln announced that the nation was to celebrate an official Thanksgiving holiday in gratitude for a victory at Gettysburg.
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101. Which President Was the First to Give a Turkey a Presidential Pardon?
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Ronald Reagan
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Lincoln was the first president to unofficially pardon a turkey. His son had grown fond of a particular bird, and the president was a great animal lover himself.
102. What's the Wobbly Red Flesh on the Beaks of Turkeys Called?
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A snood.
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When male turkeys begin their courtship display, their snoods fill up with blood, elongate, and become brighter.
6 Funny Christmas Trivia Questions
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Next up on the holiday calendar is Christmas — so why don't you check out our Christmas trivia questions?
Here are 6 funny Christmas trivia questions:
103. What Christmas Beverage Is Also Known as "Milk Punch?"
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Eggnog
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It's made with whipped egg whites, egg yolks, milk, cream, and sugar.
104. In the Early 1800s, the First Gingerbread Houses Were Reportedly Inspired by What Famous Fairy Tale?
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Hansel and Gretel
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This German fairy tale was collected and published by the Brothers Grimm in 1812. In the story, siblings Hansel and Gretel get lost in the woods and stumble upon a witch's house made of gingerbread and sweets.
105. What Holiday Movie Sequel Includes a Cameo by Donald Trump?
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Home Alone 2
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The scene wasn't meant to be in the movie. However, Trump insisted that a part was written for him in exchange for letting the crew film in his building.
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106. What Are the Small Sausages Wrapped in Bacon, a Staple at a British Christmas Dinner?
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Pigs in blankets.
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They are also knowns as "kilted sausages," "devils on horseback," and "wiener winks."
107. As the Clock Chimes Midnight to Ring in the New Year, a Spanish Tradition Involves Eating Twelve of What — One for Each Chime?
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Grapes
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The tradition is at least a century old. Allegedly, grape growers in Alicante had an excellent harvest in 1909 and came up with a creative way to sell the surplus.
108. True or False? Christmas Celebrations Were Banned in England?
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TRUE
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All Christmas celebrations were banned by England's Puritan Parliament in 1644. The ban was not lifted until 1660, and Christmas only became a legal holiday in 1856.
9 Funny Bible Trivia Questions
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Bible trivia questions and answers are a great way to get both children and adults interested in Bible studies.
Here are 9 funny Bible trivia questions:
109. What do Iraelites Wear When Mourning?
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Sackcloth
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Sackcloth also symbolized submission and self-humiliation.
110. Which Country Is the Largest Bible Publisher?
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111. Which King Had 700 Wives and 300 Concubines?
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Solomon
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The only wife mentioned by name is Naamah the Ammonite, who is the mother of Solomon's successor, Rehoboam.
112. What Was a Major Typo in the Bible Issued by Publisher Robert Baker in the 17th century?
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Though shalt commit adultery.
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The edition was known as the "Wicked Bible."
113. Eutychus is Mentioned as Being Overcome by Sleep and Falling out a Window. Whose Talking Put the Youth to Sleep?
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Paul
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Paul then rushed downstairs, put his arms around the young man, and assured everyone he was alive.
114. The Book of Judges Records a Warrior Refusing to Fight Without Deborah Coming Along. What Was His Name?
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Barak
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In Hebrew, "Barak" means lighting.
115. Whose Birth's Announcement Made His Parents Laugh?
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Isaac
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Abraham and Sarah, who were both quite old, laughed in disbelief when God told them that they'd have a child. Isaac means "he will laugh."
116. Which Character Cursed a Group of Boys for Teasing Him?
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Elisha
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Right after Elisha cursed the boys, two bears came out of the woods and mauled forty-two of the boys.
117. Who Had an Argument with His Donkey?
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Balaam
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Balaam argued with and beat his donkey three times because it wouldn't move. Little did he know, however, that the animal had just seen an angel.
6 Funny Halloween Trivia
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Last but not least, we've assembled some Halloween trivia to spice up those long October evenings.
Here are 6 funny Halloween trivia:
118. Which Vegetable Was Initially Used to Make Jack-o-Lanterns?
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Turnip
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According to the old Irish tale, Stingy Jack tricked the devil into rejecting his soul twice. When Jack died, he was unfit for heaven because of his trickery and stinginess, and the devil wouldn't take him to hell either. Instead, he sent Jack to travel through the night for all eternity with only a piece of coal to light the way. Jack put the coal into a carved-out turnip.
119. Which Board Game Outsold Monopoly in 1967?
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Ouija Board
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The name "Ouija" originates from an Egyptian word for "good luck."
120. What Was Candy Corn Called Originally?
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Chicken Feed
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It came in a box with a rooster on the front.
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121. Which Ailment Did People Believe Could Be Cured by Pumpkins?
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Freckles
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People also thought pumpkins could cure snake bites.
122. What Does "Halloween" Mean?
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Holy night
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The word comes from a Scottish term for All Hallows' Eve.
123. In Ewe Folklore, What Form Can Vampires Take?
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Fireflies
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The Ewe are an ethnic group in Togo and Ghana.
12 Funny 80s Trivia Questions and Answers
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Big hair, Walkmans, and fluorescent pinks: the 80s were truly one of a kind. So, why don't you add a few awesome 80s trivia questions and answers to your quiz night repertoire?
Here are 12 funny 80s trivia questions and answers:
124. Which news network launched on June 1, 1980?
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125. Which First Lady spearheaded the 1980s "Just Say No" campaign?
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Answer: Nancy Reagan.
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The campaign was part of the infamous "War on Drugs."
126. What 1988 movie gave Julia Roberts her big break and Matt Damon's first speaking line?
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Answer: Mystica Pizza.
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This rom-com has gained a cult following, so make sure to watch it!
127. What was Whitney Houston's first U.S. #1 single?
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Answer: "Saving All My Love for You."
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The song was first featured in Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.'s 1978 album Marilyn & Billy.
128. Frasier was a spin-off from which 1980s T.V. show?
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Answer: Cheers.
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Cheers was set in a bar named — surprise, surprise —Cheers, where the characters would meet to drink and socialize.
129. Which soft, sculpted dolls that were hugely popular in the 80s were originally called "The Little People"?
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Answer: Cabbage Patch Kids.
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In 1984 alone, the brand generated $2+ billion in retail sales!
130. Which wrestling event was first staged at Madison Square Garden on March 31, 1985?
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Answer: WrestleMania.
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The flagship event was a match between Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, and Jimmy Snuka against Paul Orndorff, Roddy Piper, and Cowboy Bob Orton.
131. CD players first came onto the market in 1982. What does "CD" stand for?
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Answer: Compact disc.
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The technology was co-developed by Sony and Philips.
132. 1981's bestseller was a book explaining how to solve what puzzle?
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Answer: The Rubik's Cube.
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It is the world's top-selling puzzle: as of January 2009, a whopping 350 million Rubik's Cubes had been sold globally!
133. Which home computer, first released in 1982, is the bestselling single computer model ever?
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Answer: Commodore 64.
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The Commodore 64 sold between 10 and 17 million units.
134. In 1987, who became the first heavyweight to simultaneously hold the WBA, WBC, and IBF titles?
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Answer: Bernard Hopkins.
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As of March 2020, the website BoxRec ranked him as the seventh-greatest boxer of all time.
135. Which Nintendo game, first released in 1981, featured the first appearance of Mario?
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Answer:Donkey Kong.
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The little guy has since appeared in 200+ video games!
11 Funny Animal Trivia Questions
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Are you an animal lover? Then you'd enjoy our selection of funny animal trivia questions!
Here are 11 funny animal trivia questions:
136. A snail can sleep for how many years?
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Answer: Three.
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It does not sleep per se but rather hibernation.
137. For the first few weeks, baby mice feed on what?
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Answer: Mother's milk.
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Just like all mammals.
138. A group of lions is known as?
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Answer: A pride.
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The term stuck because of those animals' regal appearance.
139. How many chambers does a cockroach's heart have?
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Answer: 12.
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Humans only have four!
140. Which animal has the highest blood pressure?
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Answer: The giraffe.
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It gets even cooler: giraffes also have neck valves that prevent blood from pooling into their skulls when they bend down.
141. Which animal never sleeps?
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Answer: The bullfrog.
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Researchers had to electrocute repeatedly a bunch of bullfrogs in the middle of the night to find that out.
142. Which animal doesn't drink water?
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Answer: The kangaroo rat.
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These desert-dwellers get all their moisture from their diet.
143. What is a group of young pigs called?
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Answer: A drift.
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Also known as a "drove."
144. "Cavy" is another name of which animal?
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Answer: The guinea pig.
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They are members of the Caviidae family, which includes other rodents such as maras.
145. How much time does a sloth need to digest food?
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Answer: Two weeks.
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That's why they chew so slowly!
146. 3% of the ice in the Antarctic Ocean is the urine of what animal?
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Answer: Penguins.
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Also, a huge percentage of the ocean is actually whale pee.
12 Funny Bar Trivia Questions
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Getting ready for your bar quiz night? Make sure to stock up on bar trivia questions!
Here are 12 funny bar trivia questions:
147. Other than water, what is the most consumed beverage?
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Answer: Tea.
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The 2018 global production hit 5.8 million metric tons!
148. The Munich beer festival is held in which month?
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Answer: October.
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That's why it's called Oktoberfest
149. Which author wrote Jurassic Park?
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Answer: Michael Crichton.
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The novel was published in 1990.
150. How many times has Kim Kardashian been married?
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Answer: Three.
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Other than Kanye, she has also been married to Damon Thomas and Kris Humphries.
151. Which young artist claimed five Grammys at the 2020 Grammy Awards?
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Answer: Billie Eilish.
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When we sayyoung, we mean it: she was born in 2001.
152. What is the highest-grossing video game franchise to date?
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Answer: Mario.
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As of 2019, it had reached $32.4 billion in revenue.
153. In China, if you order "white tea," what do you get?
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Answer: Boiled water.
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The term dates to the times when poor Chinese people would serve their gusts boiled water because they couldn't afford tea.
154. Who was everyone's first friend on MySpace?
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Answer: Tom.
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He is Thomas Anderson, one of the platform's co-founders.
155. Who has the most Instagram followers as of June 2020?
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Answer: Cristiano Ronaldo.
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244.56 million, to be precise.
156. "Pulque" is a beer made from what?
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Answer: Cactus.
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It is made from fermented agave sap.
157. Who wore a dress made of meat at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards?
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Answer: Lady Gaga.
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Yep, that was 100% real raw beef.
158. In the human body, what is the hallux?
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Answer: The big toe.
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Andhallux valgus is the scientific term for bunions!
9 Funny Music Trivia Questions and Answers
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Can you not go a day without listening to your favorite music? We've got some great music trivia questions and answers for you!
Here are 9 funny music trivia questions and answers:
159. What is the fastest-selling debut record and bestselling U.K. single in 1996?
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Answer: "Spaceman."
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By the band Babylon Zoo.
160. Which Swedish pop group's founding members are Jonas, Jenny, Linn, and Ulf?
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Answer: Ace of Base.
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The group was founded in 1990.
161. Which rap group was totally crossed out?
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Answer: Kris Kross.
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Didn't see that one coming, did you?
162. Who is the main vocalist of Westlife?
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Answer: Shane Filan.
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Fun fact: the group has its origins in the school production of Grease.
163. What was the title of Shaggy's 1993 hit song?
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Answer: "Oh Carolina."
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The original is a 1958 John Folkes song.
164. Who was the original Foxy Brown?
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Answer: Pam Grier.<
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The movie was confiscated in the U.K. under the Obscene Publications Act.
165. What was Silverchair originally called?
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Answer: The Innocent Criminals.
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Also known as The George Costanza Trio and Short Elvis.
166. Which rap remake was sung by a grandma in The Wedding Singer?
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Answer: "Rapper's Delight."
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Ellen Albertini Dow, the singing grandma, passed away in 2015 at age 101.
167. Which female singer wrote a book called SEX?
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Answer: Madonna.
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Who else?
11 Funny Movie Trivia Questions
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For all you movie buffs out there, we have an awesome selection of movie trivia questions!
Here are 11 funny movie trivia questions:
168. Who was the only non-Jedi in the original Star Wars trilogy to use a lightsaber?
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Answer: Han Solo.
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He was that badass!
169. How many languages can C-3PO speak in Star Wars?
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Answer: 6 million.
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He also knew all about intergalactic etiquette and customs.
170. Who was the first actress to win an Academy Award?
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Answer: Janet Gaynor.
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She took home three Oscars for her roles in7th Heaven (1927),Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927), andStreet Angel (1928).
171. Which plant was Uma Turman's character named after in Batman &Robin?
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Answer: Poison ivy.
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The former-botanist-turned-eco-terrorist is half-human, half-pant.
172. What is Indiana Jones's favorite weapon?
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Answer: Whip.
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The character became fascinated with it after he saw a circus whip-act as a child.
173. How many remakes does A Star Is Born has?
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Answer: Four.
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In addition to the 2018 adaptation starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, there are 1951, 1954, and 1976 versions.
174. In Rocky, what are Rocky's pet turtles' names?
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Answer: Cuff and Link.
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Fun fact: those turtles are still alive.
175. What is the first animal seen in The Lion King?
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Answer: Rhinoceros.
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Did you know that the rhino's closest living relatives are horses and zebras?
176. Who was the first character to die in Psycho 3?
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Answer: A nun.
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She was stabbed multiple times.
177. In The Breakfast Club, why is Bender in detention?
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Answer: He pulled a false fire alarm.
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Portrayed by Judd Nelson, he is the antihero of the movie.
178. How long did Forrest run in Forrest Gump?
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Answer: 3 years, 2 months, 14 days, and 16 hours.
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He ran for "no particular reason."
179. In Back to the Future, what type of car is the time machine?
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Answer: DeLorean.
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To time-travel, it requires 1.21 gigawatts of power and has to move at 88 mph.
5 funny trivia questions for teens
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Creating a quiz that includes trivia questions for teens can seem difficult, but it's made much easier when you include funny questions. These not only allow the contestants to pit their wits against each other, but they allow for laughs and amusement as the quiz is completed.
Here are 5 funny trivia questions for teens:
180. Which cricketer was offered the throne of Albania?
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C.B.Fry
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It was reported that he was an heir to the throne but he turned it down.
181. Which part of his body did Charlie Chaplin insure?
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His feet
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He insured his feet for $150,000 which was a lot of money in the 1930s.
182. What is Mia's full name in The Princess Diaries?
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Amelia Mignonette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldo
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In the book, Amelia finds out she is to become the queen of Genovia.
183. What is the old fashioned name for tomato?
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Love apple
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The French used to call tomatoes pomme d'amour which means love apple.
184. Paddington Bear belongs to which country?
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Peru
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It's said that he is from Darkest Peru and this country is home to Spectacled Bears.
6 funny pop culture trivia
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Pop culture trivia questions can be answered by anyone, but they're especially loved by young people. When you ask funny pop culture questions, everyone can have a guess and get involved. Are you planning a quiz night with people of all ages? These funny questions will add a few laughs into the mix.
Here are 6 funny pop culture trivia questions:
185. Which pop star burnt down her home gym with candles?
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Britney Spears
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She burnt it down with two candles in 2019.
186. What was the very first music video played on MTV?
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Video Killed the Radio Star
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The first broadcast day for the channel was in 1981.
187. How many times was Elizabeth Taylor married?
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eight
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She first married in 1950 and married her final husband in 1991. She was married to Richard Burton twice for a total of 11 years.
188. Who was Kim Kardashian's second husband?
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Kris Humphries
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They were married for just 72 days before Kardashian filed for divorce.
189. What was Destiny's Child originally called?
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Girl's Tyme
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The group changed its name to Destiny's Child in 1996.
190. What was the original color of Elvis Presley's hair?
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Blonde
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His hair naturally darkened but he dyed it to get the iconic black colour.
5 funny useless trivia
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If you have a few spaces in the quiz you're creating, you can fill them with useless trivia questions. The answers to these questions can be known by people of all ages, so everyone is on a level playing field. The answers to these questions are fun facts to know, but they might not come up in normal conversation as they are a little out of the ordinary.
Here are 5 funny useless trivia questions:
191. Who voiced Yoda and Miss Piggy?
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Frank Oz
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He voiced these two very different characters as well as working with the puppets of Sesame Street.
192. What is the honorary colonel-in-chief of the Norwegian King's Guard?
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Sir Nils Olav the penguin
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Although he is a colonel-in-chief of the Norwegian King's Guard, he lives in Edinburgh Zoo in the UK. The tradition began the 1970s and three penguins have held the title so far.
193. Where do otters store their favorite rock?
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under their arm
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Otters use rocks as tools to help them eat their food.
194. Ian Fleming thought that this spy name was the most boring name possible.
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James Bond
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Ian Fleming is the author of the series of James Bond novels.
195. What don't platypus and echidna have?
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Stomachs
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The esophagus and intestine are directly connected in these animals.
196. What marsupials poop cubes?
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Wombats
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The poop is cube-shaped to stop it rolling away and wombats can pass up to 100 cubes per day.
197. Other than fingerprints, what's unique about humans?
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Tongue print
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Tongue prints are much harder to police to collect than fingerprints.
5 funny cartoon trivia
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Most people have either watched cartoons in their lifetime or they still watch cartoons. The only thing better than cartoon trivia is funny cartoon trivia, with the answers to these questions being very amusing. You might think that you know everything there is to know about cartoons, but both you and the participants of your quiz are likely to be very surprised by the answers to some of these cartoon-based questions.
Here are 5 funny cartoon trivia questions:
198. What did anime use to be called?
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Japanimation
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This word was commonly used until the term anime became more popular.
199. Slowpoke Rodriguez is the cousin of which cartoon mouse?
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Speedy Gonzales
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He is the slowest mouse in Mexico and is sometimes called Tranquilino in Spanish.
200. Originally, what color was Tweety Bird?
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Pink
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He was originally naked as he was supposed to be a baby bird rather than a pet canary.
201. What movie was almost called The Lady and the Bozo?
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The Lady and the Tramp
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Tramp was also almost called Rags and Mutt before Walt Disney decided on Bozo.
202. Who is the quietest Disney princess?
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Aurora
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Aurora is the quietest princess because she barely speaks in Sleeping Beauty. She has less than 20 lines in the whole movie and was onscreen for only 18 minutes.
Downloadable and Printable List of Funny Trivia Questions
Here is a downloadable and printable list of funny trivia questions (right click the image and select Save Image As...):
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How to Pick the Best Funny Trivia Questions
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When it comes to choosing the best funny trivia questions, there a few things to keep in mind.
Here is how to pick the best funny trivia questions:
1. Keep It Lighthearted
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The first rule of ice breaker questions is to always keep them fun, entertaining, and not too graphic. You may have great trivia on World War II, the Holocaust, or the Black Death, but it's generally best to keep that to yourself or for more serious conversations.
2. Don't Get Too Nerdy
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Use figures, numbers, and complex scientific terms sparingly. The average person attending a social event is not likely to be interested in trivia about Einstein's Theory of Relativity.
3. Know Your Facts
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Your trivia is not going to impress anyone if it's just plain wrong (and people call your bluff). So, make sure to double-check your facts using credible sources in advance.
More Awesome Ice Breaker Games and Questions to Ask
Hungry for more?
- If you've had enough trivia for one day, why don't you check out our truth or dare questions?
- We also have an excellent selection of fun icebreaker games.
- For more sample questions, read our would you rather questions.
- While you are at it, make sure to also browse through our list of most likely to questions.
- Last but definitely not least, give our never have I ever prompts a try. These make for great laughs!
In Conclusion
We hope that you enjoyed our funny trivia questions. Random facts make for some of the best ice breaker questions and most original questions to ask people. After all, who doesn't like funny questions?
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