Trivia Facts Test! General Knowledge Quiz

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How much do you know about general knowledge? There are different avenues through which some knowledge gets passed through to ensure most people are fully aware and understand it. This type of knowledge helps in growth of the person or community as a whole. Take up this quiz and see if you know some of these general knowledge facts, do share the quiz.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    How many coffee beans does it take to make an espresso?

    • A.

      42

    • B.

      2

    • C.

      89

    • D.

      12

    Correct Answer
    A. 42
    Explanation
    An espresso is typically made using 7 grams of coffee grounds. Since there are approximately 0.2 grams of coffee in a coffee bean, it would take approximately 35 coffee beans to make an espresso. However, the given answer is 42, which is close to the estimated number of coffee beans required for an espresso.

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  • 2. 

    What is the house number on Downing Street of the home of the British Prime Minister?

    • A.

      80

    • B.

      40

    • C.

      10

    • D.

      20

    Correct Answer
    C. 10
    Explanation
    The house number on Downing Street of the home of the British Prime Minister is 10.

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  • 3. 

    How many maids a-milking are in "The Twelve Days of Christmas"?

    • A.

      8

    • B.

      7

    • C.

      11

    • D.

      5

    Correct Answer
    A. 8
    Explanation
    In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," there are a total of 8 maids a-milking. This is stated in the lyrics of the song, where it mentions "eight maids a-milking." Therefore, the correct answer is 8.

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  • 4. 

    What is the highest score you can get in the casino game baccarat?

    • A.

      87

    • B.

      8

    • C.

      78

    • D.

      9

    Correct Answer
    D. 9
    Explanation
    In the casino game baccarat, the highest score you can get is 9. The game is played with cards, and the objective is to have a hand value as close to 9 as possible. The cards 2 to 9 are worth their face value, while 10, J, Q, and K have a value of 0. Aces are worth 1 point. If the hand value exceeds 9, only the second digit is considered. Therefore, a hand with a total of 9 is the highest possible score in baccarat.

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  • 5. 

    How many children did the king of Siam have in the musical "The King and I"?

    • A.

      15

    • B.

      25

    • C.

      67

    • D.

      50

    Correct Answer
    C. 67
    Explanation
    In the musical "The King and I," the king of Siam is portrayed as having 67 children. This large number of children is used to emphasize the king's power, wealth, and status. It also highlights the cultural differences between the king's polygamous lifestyle and the Western norms of the main character, Anna. The high number of children adds to the complexity of the story and the challenges faced by the characters in navigating their different worlds.

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  • 6. 

    How many points do you get for using all seven of your letters in Scrabble?

    • A.

      45

    • B.

      12

    • C.

      50

    • D.

      20

    Correct Answer
    C. 50
    Explanation
    In Scrabble, you receive a bonus of 50 points when you use all seven of your letters in a single turn. This is known as a "bingo" and is a highly desirable move because it not only earns you the points for the word you played, but also the additional 50 points.

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  • 7. 

    How many American flags surround the Washington monument?

    • A.

      30

    • B.

      12

    • C.

      50

    • D.

      51

    Correct Answer
    C. 50
    Explanation
    The Washington Monument is surrounded by 50 American flags. This is because each state in the United States is represented by a flag, and there are 50 states in total. Therefore, there would be 50 American flags surrounding the monument.

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  • 8. 

    How many spaces surround the board game Monopoly?

    • A.

      100

    • B.

      40

    • C.

      175

    • D.

      16

    Correct Answer
    B. 40
    Explanation
    There are 40 spaces surrounding the board game Monopoly. This includes properties, railroads, utility spaces, and various other spaces such as Chance and Community Chest cards, Go to Jail, and Free Parking. These spaces are where players can land on and take actions such as buying properties, paying rent, or drawing cards.

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  • 9. 

    How many days did Pope John I reign?

    • A.

      20

    • B.

      34

    • C.

      82

    • D.

      75

    Correct Answer
    B. 34
    Explanation
    Pope John I reigned for 34 days. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.

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  • 10. 

    What is the age of adulthood for Hobbits in the J.R.R. Tolkien novels?

    • A.

      33

    • B.

      11

    • C.

      56

    • D.

      75

    Correct Answer
    A. 33
    Explanation
    In J.R.R. Tolkien's novels, the age of adulthood for Hobbits is 33. This means that at the age of 33, Hobbits are considered fully grown and capable of taking on adult responsibilities. This age is significant in Hobbit culture and marks a transition into maturity and independence.

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  • 11. 

    How many dominos are in a standard set?

    • A.

      22

    • B.

      42

    • C.

      28

    • D.

      16

    Correct Answer
    C. 28
    Explanation
    A standard set of dominos typically consists of 28 tiles. Each tile has two sides, with each side containing a number from 0 to 6. The total number of dominos in a set can be calculated by summing the number of tiles for each possible combination of numbers on the sides. Since there are seven possible numbers (0 to 6), there are seven tiles for each number. Therefore, the total number of dominos in a standard set is 7 x 7 = 49. However, since each tile is a double-six, meaning it has two sides with the same number, we divide 49 by 2 to get the final answer of 28 dominos in a standard set.

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  • 12. 

    How many operas were composed by Verdi?

    • A.

      90

    • B.

      54

    • C.

      74

    • D.

      28

    Correct Answer
    D. 28
    Explanation
    Verdi composed a total of 28 operas.

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  • 13. 

    How many points are there on a backgammon board?

    • A.

      35

    • B.

      63

    • C.

      24

    • D.

      85

    Correct Answer
    C. 24
    Explanation
    A backgammon board consists of 24 points, also known as triangles or pips. These points are arranged in a specific pattern, with alternating colors, and are used to move the game pieces, known as checkers. Each player starts with 15 checkers, and the objective is to move all of them around the board and bear them off. The correct answer is 24.

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  • 14. 

    Prior to 1971, how many shillings were in an English pound?

    • A.

      20

    • B.

      33

    • C.

      15

    • D.

      45

    Correct Answer
    A. 20
    Explanation
    Prior to 1971, there were 20 shillings in an English pound. This was the standard conversion rate between shillings and pounds during that time period.

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  • 15. 

    How many years does a U.S. patent remain in effect?

    • A.

      36

    • B.

      10

    • C.

      17

    • D.

      25

    Correct Answer
    C. 17
    Explanation
    A U.S. patent remains in effect for 17 years. This is the standard duration for utility patents, which protect new and useful inventions. After 17 years, the patent expires and the invention enters the public domain, allowing others to use, make, or sell the invention without permission. It is important for inventors to understand the expiration date of their patents to protect their intellectual property rights and potentially seek renewal or extension if necessary.

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