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Smoke, Smoke that Cigarette
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This quiz is about the fascinating early history of tobacco and smoking. It's interesting and not difficult.
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Specialized History
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Nov 01 09
1710 plays
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Pun People are Fun People!
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These quotes are funny, not punny. Match the humorous quote to the famous person described. "Nobody goes there anymore because it's too crowded", said Yogi Berra. Yikes. I hope that doesn't happen to my quiz!
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Who Said It?
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jul 21 13
573 plays
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Susan Boyle Dreamed a Dream
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Overnight fame Susan Boyle stunned the world when she auditioned for "Britain's Got Talent". Enjoy this simple quiz about Susan and her sudden rise to fame.
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B
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Easy
10 Q
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Godwit
Dec 16 09
348 plays
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White House Kids: Bush Girls
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In U.S. Presidential history, there have been few children in the White House. The interesting daughters of George W. and Laura Bush gave us plenty to talk about.
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President's Families
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Dec 07 09
402 plays
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School Daze: TV Shows in High Schools
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Let's have a high school reunion! Can you identify ten amazing TV shows set in high schools? These popular shows aired in various decades. Come on, the tardy bell is ringing...
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Locations
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jul 03 11
483 plays
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Cold Steel: Enemy Robots in Early Film
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A malevolent if hokey-looking force, robots in film from 1921 to the early '70s were a criminal bunch. We give hints, but you need to know early science fiction film to ace this quiz. The infallible and infamous computer HAL 9000 is our host.
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Movie Villains
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
May 24 11
225 plays
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Well that's just a bunch of nonsense!
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How about those famous tall tales and legends we tell each other! Some say they are real. Some say, "What silly nonsense!" I'll tell you a version of the tale. You answer a question about it.
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Myths and Legends for Kids
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Very Easy
10 Q
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Godwit
Sep 29 11
1254 plays
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The Moon's a Balloon
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Call the moon a balloon, we'll know what you mean. Still, it has a scientific name. Choose the correct medical term for these common scenarios. The quiz is good practice for someone learning medical terms, but likely tough for a novice.
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Medical Lingo / Abbreviations
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jul 02 13
447 plays
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Spielberg's Amazing Characters
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I give you a short description of a Spielberg film plot. You choose the right movie. Then read all the additional and fascinating info, followed by a Saturday marathon re-watching all of Spielberg's work. Some early or less famous films included.
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Spielberg, Steven
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jan 16 12
519 plays
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Hit Songs We Hate
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The bad hit songs in this quiz may make you groan, but I bet you know them well. Warning: these bad songs may get stuck in your head if you play this quiz.
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Music Grab Bag
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jan 15 10
3273 plays
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Gently Its Touch: Great Modern Poets
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I describe a famous, English-language poet published since 1900. You match the description to a name. These had a gentle, if radical touch. (Look for the hints if you are new to poetry).
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Poets
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Aug 16 11
252 plays
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Quakers: Peculiar Peaceful Warriors
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Quakers have an exciting, controversial story of courage and social involvement. Give your answers, and then read the in-depth and I hope fascinating information. Questions are short to medium.
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Non-Conformist Denominations
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Feb 20 11
267 plays
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Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright!
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Velvet and fierce, tigers in literature and poetry beguile, and terrify. Come closer, closer still, and stalk the biggest cat. Prerequisite: Must love words.
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Animal Themes
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jan 29 13
261 plays
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What Does Dustin Hoffman Do?
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In this quiz, celebrity actor Dustin Hoffman describes a situation or a character. You choose the answer that best fits, "What is he doing?" Read the description details to learn more about him.
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Hoffman, Dustin
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Oct 26 09
651 plays
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Pop, Soda, Coke: The Pause that Refreshes
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Pause here to refresh! Fizzle your brain with questions about soft drinks, our beloved non-alcoholic refreshment.
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Beverages (Non-Alcoholic)
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jan 03 10
2670 plays
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Toeing The Line
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Royal Navy sailors may have been first to "toe the line", but all sorts of lines are essential to sports. Not just for sports fans, identify these sports by their lines.
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Name The Sport
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Easy
10 Q
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Godwit
Aug 05 13
726 plays
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The Gecko: logo, icon, secret agent
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These smallish lizards with their bright green skin and wearing no pants! From the beloved Geico gecko to business logos, dancers and video games, let's talk about the famous gecko.
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Lizards in Entertainment
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Nov 18 09
264 plays
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Ain't Dead Yet: Gifts from Over the Hill
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Old fossils? No way. Choose from famous elders who changed the world in their later years.
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Other People
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Jun 19 11
564 plays
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It was based on...
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Name these beloved and most frequently covered songs in jazz. You know most of these, and if not, most of these short questions contain a hint. Includes way cool additional info.
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Name the Song
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
May 09 12
450 plays
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Bird-Brain
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Those bird-brain robots! They can be rigid, repetitive and irritating. But even dodo robots are finding a place among humans, as you will see.
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Technology and Computers
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Aug 23 13
180 plays
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She's so MEAN!
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Money, power, influence, fame ... Each of these women is a fat cat, a woman of means. You know who I'm talking 'bout.
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Famous Women
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Feb 05 13
699 plays
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Universal Themes of "The Dark Tower" 1-5
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Stephen King's broad themes and central characters are the nature of this quiz. Most are repeated in more than one volume. If you've read volumes 1-5, you'll do well. Just think universal themes of strife and quest.
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Dark Tower Series
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Easy
10 Q
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Godwit
Feb 17 11
315 plays
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Dark Night Risers
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Cloaked by the night, nocturnal creatures rise from their daytime sleep, each unique, each specially equipped for existence in the dark. This quiz asks you something about night risers and their habits.
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Specific Topic Animal Trivia
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Dec 28 12
387 plays
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Man in a Suitcase
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Come one, come all, see the creative, criminal and deadly stowaways and their stupid human suitcase tricks.
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Thematic 10Q Average
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Sep 07 11
381 plays
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Curious Cat's Pajamas
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Cats in language are belled, skinned and bagged. They smile, look at the king and drag things in. Here are ten common sayings we have about cats, and their surprising origins.
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Thematic 10Q Easy
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Easy
10 Q
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Godwit
Nov 28 11
579 plays
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Jailbird Athletes: Their Sports Achievements
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Answer 10 sports questions about successful American competitors in varied sports. Each career suffered or was ended by legal problems. Try it, you'll like it.
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USA by Player
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Easy
10 Q
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Godwit
Mar 30 11
375 plays
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My Name Is Earl
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If your name is Earl, you may be funny, scary, inventive, destructive, reproductive or good-tasting! Come on in and play Name That Earl.
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Thematic By Name
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Dec 17 12
360 plays
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Ol' Rabbit River Just Keeps Rollin'
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Here are ten questions about rivers around the world named for familiar animals. Though they "must know something, they don't say nothing", so the answers are up to you.
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Rivers
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Apr 05 11
249 plays
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Hot Off the Press!
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Extra, Extra, Hot Off the Press, Read All About It! Press clothes, press juice, press garlic, press club...
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Thematic 10Q Average
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Sep 24 12
489 plays
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The Bionic Dog: Slower Than a Speeding Bullet
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Max, the bionic dog seen on "The Bionic Woman", was an amazing pooch. He was not faster than a speeding bullet, or stronger than a locomotive, but he did have pretty cool superpowers. Check it out.
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Bionic Woman
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Average
10 Q
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Godwit
Aug 14 11
198 plays
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