Perhaps no film director for five decades had more influence on the shape of cinema than Cecil B. DeMille. This quiz explores his life and varied interests.

Television daytime drama holds a debt of gratitude to the daytime drama from the Golden Age of Radio. How many of these do you remember?

The largest earthquake in the United States did not take place in California but in the Midwest. This quiz covers some of the facts about that event.

Christopher Walken is an actor who can steal a scene from anyone, even in a supporting or cameo role.

Time Magazine since 1928 has selected a 'Man of the Year' - later made politically correct with 'Person of the Year'. Here are some questions about those names and faces.

Often writers consider other titles before selecting the final. Match the name of the classic novel/book with its discarded title.

When you think of Chicago, "Studs" Terkel must come to mind.

"Exotica" is a multi-layered film with a superior ensemble cast.

"Peri" is a common combination for words. Here are some words that begin with peri.

"Sorry, Wrong Answer" (2010) is a book by Professor Rod L. Evans of Old Dominion University. Its theme is exploring commonly-held beliefs (i.e., trivia). Questions and answers are based on his book.

After composing quizzes for several years, the time has come for a retrospective on some the more interesting and challenging questions.

The Great Butter Fire made national news and caused people all over to smile. But it was serious business.

You get a brief definition of a word beginning with 'ass'. Then you need to fill in the word.

Ten more Joe Miller jokes where you are asked to select the correct punch line. These are from the 1864 edition rather than the 1738 edition.

What was the last film that these actors made? The quiz excludes television, interviews, cameos, and documentaries.

This is the fourth quiz based on Dr. Ron L. Evans' book "Sorry, Wrong Answer".

"Sorry, Wrong Answer" (2010) is a book by Professor Rod L. Evans of Old Dominion University. Its theme is exploring commonly-held beliefs (i.e., trivia). Questions and answers are based on his book.

Here are ten jokes from "Joe Miller's Joke Book", circa 1739. The jokes have been slightly up-dated. You need to select the original punch line. These were compiled by a hack writer of the time John Mottley.

Yes, knowledge is golden and it also is the key to this quiz.

"Sorry, Wrong Answer" (2010) is a book by Professor Rod L. Evans of Old Dominion University. Its theme is exploring commonly held beliefs (i.e.trivia). Questions and answers are based on his book.