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Happily Ever After
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I'm a licenced Marriage Commissioner for my home province and, as such, I'm interested in all the traditions that surround weddings. Here are some of the traditions I've learned about over the years. Have fun.
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Family Life
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Mar 09 07
5574 plays
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Fast Facts About Fasteners
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Where would we be without zippers, velcro, buttons, buckles and bows to keep us together, to keep us tidy? This quiz pays homage to the humble fasteners that keep our hair out of our eyes, our shoes on our feet and the rest of our clothing in place!
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Thematic 10Q Very Difficult
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Nov 27 07
2259 plays
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The Middle Man
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All you have to do in this quiz is fill in the blank with the missing male name. Go for it.
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Mixed 10 Questions
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Oct 31 09
246 plays
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The Life and Times of Thomas Cranmer
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Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury under Henry VIII and Edward VI, was a major influence in the formation of the Church of England. How much do you know about this fascinating character in history?
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Christian People / Saints
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Nov 09 07
378 plays
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The Life and Times of Richard III
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Forget everything you've ever heard about Richard III. This quiz is about the real Richard, not the monster conjured by Tudor propagandists. I dedicate this quiz to all Ricardians and to fellow FunTrivia member Mutchisman for reasons he knows about.
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House of York
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 31 07
696 plays
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A Town Like Alice
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One of my all-time favourite books is 'A Town Like Alice' by Nevil Shute. In fact, I'm re-reading it (for about the fiftieth time!). Do you know this book?
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Shute, Nevil
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Average
20 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 03 06
348 plays
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Daddy Was the President (U.S.)
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I'm going to give you the names of the children of Presidents of the United States and you're going to determine, from the choices given, who their father was.
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President's Families
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jun 11 08
699 plays
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The Canadian Cuisine Tour
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All aboard for a moveable feast! See how many of these Canadian provincial food specialties you can identify. (My source for recipes is primarily 'Classic Canadian Cooking' by Elizabeth Baird and recipes from friends across Canada.)
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Canadian Foods
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
May 11 07
738 plays
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Ghoulies and Ghosties and Long-Legged Beasties
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"From ghoulies and ghosties and long-legged beasties, and things that go bump in the night, good Lord deliver us." (Old Cornish prayer.) What do you know about the good, the bad and the ugly faeryfolk?
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Fables and Folklore
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Oct 02 07
1506 plays
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Undies Through the Ages
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Let's take a peek into underwear drawers past and present. Nothing salacious, you understand! My sources for information are 'Unmentionables: A Brief History of Underwear' by Elaine Benson and John Esten, Wikipedia, and other web sites.
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Social History
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Difficult
15 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 13 09
558 plays
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The (Original) Manchurian Candidate
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To mark the 10th anniversary of the death of Frank Sinatra, TCM ran some of Ol' Blue Eyes' best movies, including 'The Manchurian Candidate', one of the greatest suspense thrillers ever made. Here's some 'Manchurian Candidate' trivia for you. Have fun!
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Manchurian Candidate, The
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jun 01 08
345 plays
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Patron Saints: Trades Division
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More patron saints - well-known, not-so-well-known, and totally obscure. This time, the saints are keeping an eye on those who practice a trade. Do you know which is which? My source is the Oxford Dictionary of Saints.
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Patron Saints
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Sep 12 07
603 plays
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Could You Pass As a Canadian?
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Canadians have incorporated into their everyday language certain words and terms that are peculiarly Canadian. Can you identify the meaning of these words and terms? If so, you could pass for a Canadian.
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Canadian English
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Apr 01 09
786 plays
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A Hitch in the Action
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The late Alfred Hitchcock made brief appearances in 39 of his thrillers, and part of the enjoyment of his films was spotting Hitch. How many of his cameos do you remember?
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Hitchcock Cameos
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Sep 28 09
264 plays
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My Life on the Not-So-Wicked Stage
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For many years I worked in theatre as an actor, stage manager, director. I'll give you a description of some of the shows on which I've worked, and you'll identify the show. Break a leg!
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Theatre
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Difficult
20 Q
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Cymruambyth
Apr 12 08
1023 plays
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Edible People
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Down through the centuries people have been honoured by having dishes and drinks named for them. With how many of these eponymous treats are you familiar?
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History of Food
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Aug 14 07
2241 plays
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The Proverbial Cat
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There are many proverbs, sayings and quotes about cats. How many can you identify? (My source, for the most part, is 'Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable'.)
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Animals in Idiom
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 23 07
1476 plays
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As Lovely as a Tree
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Trees pop up in songs and stories, poems and prose. Let's see how well you know these references to trees in well-known poems, by well-known poets.
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Poetic Quotes
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 17 07
522 plays
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Who in the Dickens Are They?
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Some of the most interestingly-named characters in literature can be found in the pages of Charles Dickens' novels. I'll give you the name of the character, and you'll choose the novel in which he or she appears.
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Dickens, Charles
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
May 21 07
1275 plays
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What Do You Know About 'Love Actually'?
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I could watch 'Love Actually' over and over (and I do!). It has a lot going for it - a stellar cast, good writing, the City of London (in a supporting role) and eight different love stories ranging from sweet to sad. Are you a fan?
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Love Actually
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 26 07
2904 plays
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The Devil You Say!
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The Devil made me write this quiz about English phrases containing the word Devil. Can I tempt you to try your hand at it?
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The Devil in Idiom
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
May 06 09
1245 plays
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What's in My Toy Box?
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My toy box contains toys that have been around for years, because I'm a grandmother now. How many of my toys do you recognize from their descriptions?
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Games and Toys for Kids
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Aug 10 06
6549 plays
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Don't Wear Socks with Sandals
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Everyone knows that wearing socks with sandals is a fashion faux pas. Check your fashion sense and your knowledge of fashion in general with this quiz. I dedicate it to Terry, who came up with the title.
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Fashion & Beauty Mixture
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Aug 31 09
345 plays
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A Winnipeg Who's Who
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For a city its size Winnipeg, Manitoba has been home to more than its fair share of people who have made their mark on the world. How many of these famous Winnipeggers can you identify?
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Canadian Celebrities
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 16 07
615 plays
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Battles over The Bible (in English)
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You don't have to be either a Christian or a theologian to do this quiz, because it's about translators and their work, not about the Bible itself. Have fun.
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Specialized History
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 27 06
969 plays
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Peridotrivia
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As a member of the Quiz Makers Guild, I opted to write the birthstone quiz for August. The modern birthstone for August is the peridot (although I prefer the older choice of birthstone, the sardonyx), so here's my gem of a quiz - or quiz of a gem.
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Gems and Birthstones
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Aug 06 09
213 plays
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Actors and Their Roles
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In each question, I'm going to list five different film roles played by an actor, and you're going to give me the name of the actor. You may need to search your memory banks for some of the answers because these aren't all current movie stars.
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Movie Stars Mixed
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Aug 08 07
6495 plays
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Down the Garden Path
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Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to decide, from the description given, where these Gardens are.
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Geography - Miscellany
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Dec 30 05
1797 plays
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Assassins and Their Victims
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Some people, it seems, just can't wait for elections to overthrow their leaders!
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Assassinations
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 22 06
4881 plays
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Latin Lives!
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Who says Latin is a dead language? This quiz proves that it is alive and well - at least, partially.
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Latin
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 12 06
2073 plays
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In Black and White and Living Colour
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Take a trip down TV's memory lane with me. How many of these shows, stars, and bits of TV trivia can you identify?
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Mixture: Classics
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Feb 10 07
2277 plays
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More Than Just Rarebit
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There's more to Welsh cuisine than the well-known Welsh Rarebit. Try your hand at this tasty quiz. (All recipes are family treasures and I share them with you.)
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Welsh Foods
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
May 19 08
375 plays
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A Second Helping of Edible People
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Pass your plates for another helping of Edible People. See if you can match the name with the dish or drink. Bon appetit!
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History of Food
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Sep 01 07
1299 plays
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Tax Facts
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I'm taking a break from preparing my income tax return to test your knowledge of taxes past and present. I hope you don't find this quiz about tax laws too taxing.
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The Law
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Apr 28 09
339 plays
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Welsh Rarebits
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Half of my heritage is Welsh (hence my screen name, which means 'Wales for Ever!') In honour of my Welsh roots, I've concocted this quiz about the land "of speech and song". Cael hwyl (that's Welsh for 'Have fun'!)
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European Cultures
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Mar 11 06
873 plays
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Praying by the Book
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If you're an Anglican, this quiz is right up your alley. Even if you're not Anglican, you'll probably be surprised by how much you know about the Book of Common Prayer. I hope you enjoy the quiz, regardless of your religious affiliation.
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Christianity
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 04 08
1113 plays
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Yo-ho-ho!
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This quiz is about the pirates (and no, Johnny Depp is not one of them!) who plied their naughty trade on the high seas. You won't have to walk the plank if you don't score 10/10.
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Pirates
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Dec 06 05
678 plays
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The Skin Game
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Did you know that your skin is the largest organ of your body? Not surprising, then, that the English language is rife with sayings and expressions that incorporate the word 'skin'. Try your hand at these.
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Thematic 10Q Difficult
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 10 07
1200 plays
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Venery, Venery, All is Venery!
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Collective nouns can be very descriptive, like a murder of crows, for instance. Venery - which is the old name for collective nouns - dates back to the Middle ages. Try your hand at this quiz about Collective Nouns for members of the animal kingdom.
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Animal Groups
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Very Difficult
15 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 02 06
3333 plays
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May I Have the Bill, Please?
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Hundreds of people known as Bill or Billy have had an effect, for good or ill, on our world. Can you identify these Bills or Billies, from the clues given?
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First Names
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Feb 03 09
1038 plays
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A Wreath of Christmas Miscellany
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With the season fast approaching, I thought it might be fun to create a Christmas-centred quiz.
My source is 'The Centenary Edition of Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable'.
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Christmas
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Nov 22 05
1569 plays
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A Sometimes Blithe Spirit: Noel Coward
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A man of many gifts, Noel Coward was a leading light in the British theatre for over half-a-century, and for almost as long on the international stage. Let's see how much you know about him.
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Writers & Authors
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Dec 26 05
285 plays
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Heroes of the True North, Strong and Free
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This quiz was inspired by other People by Country quizzes. I'm proud to introduce you to some truly remarkable heroes, all fellow Canadians.
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Canadians
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 10 06
1239 plays
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See Canada
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This quiz was inspired by Sallyo's 'Be Australia', and it has to do with things Canadian, all of which begin with C. Have fun.
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Canada
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Dec 08 05
1818 plays
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If You Lived Here
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If you live in Toronto, you're a Torontonian, and if you live in London, you're a Londoner. However, not all citizen designations are that easy to spot - and some are quite obvious. Try your hand at these.
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Cities of the World
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Dec 28 05
10617 plays
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Symbols of the Saints
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St. Patrick's symbol is the shamrock, and St. Peter's symbol is a pair of crossed keys. Do you know the symbols associated with these other Christian saints?
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Saints by Symbol
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Dec 20 05
630 plays
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Home, Sweet Home (or not)
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Some addresses are more famous than others. Do you know who lives or lived at these addresses?
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World Sites
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 02 06
798 plays
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A Stroll Through the Zoo.
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Welcome to the FunTrivia Zoo. Enjoy your visit and see if you know the answers to these animal-related questions.
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Mixed Mammals
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Sep 02 06
3777 plays
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Where Did You Get that Hat?
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Heads up! This is a quiz about hats from around the world. Your task is to match the headgear with its country of origin, its history or its wearer.
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Vocabulary
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Aug 04 09
537 plays
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The Artist Formerly Known As ?
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The name on the marquee isn't necessarily the star's real name. How many of these stars do you know by the names that appeared on their birth certificates?
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Real Name
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 13 06
4647 plays
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Truncated Cockney Rhyming Slang
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'Wife' in Cockney rhyming slang is 'trouble and strife' which usually gets shortened to 'trouble'. The rhyming portion of the slang expression is often dropped leaving only a word that bears no relation to the English word it represents. Have fun!
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Cockney
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Nov 02 06
849 plays
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Common Expressions
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The English language is full of interesting phrases that have become quite common. Do you ever wonder about their sources? If so, this quiz is for you.
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Idioms and Proverbs
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Impossible
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 17 06
5766 plays
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The Things They Did for Love
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Famous love stories have captured the romantic imagination for centuries. How many of these lovers can you identify from the descriptions given?
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Specialized History
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 06 06
789 plays
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Patron Saints: Professional Division
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There's a patron saint for every profession under the sun. Let's see how many saints you can link with the professions in their care.
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Patron Saints
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 27 06
1572 plays
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D in Science
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I seldom earned more than D in science (I'm so right-brained it's a wonder I can walk upright!), but I'm going to attempt a science quiz anyway, because I want to do a quiz in each category.
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Miscellaneous Science
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Average
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Aug 26 06
3222 plays
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As Shakespeare Might Have Said...
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Many of the words that were commonly used in Shakespeare's time have become what etymologists call archaisms or antique words. How many of these antique words can you identify correctly?
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Vocabulary
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Oct 25 05
1035 plays
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Mom At the Movies
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Through the years, movies have featured mothers of all types - good, bad or indifferent. From the clues given, can you identify the actresses who played these movie moms?
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Something in Common
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jan 28 09
1008 plays
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My Sainted Aunt!
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Aunts feature in many works of literature, plays and movies. Can you identify these aunts from the clues given?
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Friends & Relatives
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Tough
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jun 01 06
477 plays
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Am I Blue?
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This quiz is all about phrases, names, titles, nicknames, etc, that are related to blue. Don't be sad, have fun!
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Colors
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Feb 23 06
3678 plays
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Mach in the Middle
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I spent my childhood days in a small town in mid-Wales. This quiz is about Machynlleth, which I remember with great fondness - and a great deal of hiraeth (which is Welsh for 'longing for Wales').
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Wales
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Oct 24 06
321 plays
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