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John Wayne's "Big Jake"
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The indomitable John Wayne made many great westerns. "Big Jake" (1971) was a classic tale of an estranged gunfighter/ex-rancher who is called home because a family member has been kidnapped for ransom. What do you remember about this wonderful movie?
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Big Jake
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Easy
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 23 10
471 plays
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The Most Beautiful Girl
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Here are ten questions on famous female actress from the silver screen. All will have performed in at least one black and white movie.
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Leading Ladies
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Jun 16 12
813 plays
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Fancy Scabbards
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Today we have weapons of mass destruction. But what do you know about old weapons? Here are 10 questions about bladed weapons. Some are still used today, some are not.
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War History
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 07 11
531 plays
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Old Occupations
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While researching the family tree I came across some unusual occupations. Do you think you can help me with these?
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Unusual and Obscure Words
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 09 10
1164 plays
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The Eccentricities of the Rich and/or Famous
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This is a quiz on some fascinating people who are noteworthy for a variety of unusual reasons. While you may have heard of some of these people I bet you may be surprised at some of their antics. Some were rich, some were famous, and some were both.
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Rich and Famous
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Difficult
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Sep 25 09
873 plays
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Killer Queens
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This is a quiz on queens and other female ruler's who were noteworthy for death, destruction or strange behavior when it comes to death. Some of these women were real, some mythical, and some fictional. Lets look at women corrupted by power or madness.
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Famous Women : Infamous
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Jan 30 10
1386 plays
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The Ghastly Profession of the Executioner
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Most countries have had someone who practises the occupation of executioner. He is the one who carries out the legal death sentence that is/was handed down by the king, government or other legal body. What do you know about this long-standing profession?
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Occupational Trivia
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Jul 09 10
846 plays
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Hit the Road, Jack
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World leaders have been exiled or sent away for various reasons throughout history. Here is a quiz on rulers and leaders who were told to "Hit the road, Jack", or did so of their own accord.
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World Leaders
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
May 17 11
558 plays
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The Trivial Profession of Court Jester
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Okay, I admit it, the title is a pun. Just look at the Fun Trivia avatar at the top of the page! This will be the second in a series of unusual professions that are not seen today. Have fun with the quiz and let me entertain you!
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Occupational Trivia
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Tough
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Apr 25 10
498 plays
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Real Escapes
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While there have been few prison camp escapes during wartime, there have been some. What do you know about these acts of desperation and courage?
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War History
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Sep 25 11
471 plays
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Obscure Trivia on Photography
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Photography today can be a simple matter of point and push the button. For photographic art it takes skill, the correct equipment and patience. Here are some questions about some of history's more famous photographers and photographs.
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Photography
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 05 11
705 plays
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I'm Not Feeling Very Well
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There are many unusual types of mental illness. This is a quiz on some of these syndromes, behaviors, and disorders which occur when the brain malfunctions. Some of these are temporary, some are chronic, and some culture specific.
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Miscellaneous Health
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Sep 15 12
1062 plays
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The Unusual History of Cosmetics
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The use of cosmetics to beautify the human body is almost as old as man himself. Throughout history many unusual substances and practices have been used. Let's explore what mankind will do to him or herself in the search for beauty.
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Cosmetics
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Tough
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 11 09
825 plays
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It Made Sense at the Time...
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This is a quiz on introduced species. These are animals brought into non-native habitats and the havoc they can wreak on indigenous species. Their introduction to these new locales often made sense at the time.
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Specific Topic Animal Trivia
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Feb 20 13
456 plays
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200 Years of Extinctions
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Extinction is a natural occurrence on our planet. Unfortunately, human beings have been responsible either directly or indirectly for extinctions skyrocketing in the past 200 years. Let's explore some unique animals that will grace this planet no more.
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Endangered Species
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Tough
15 Q
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dcpddc478
Nov 08 09
885 plays
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Judas
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Judas Iscariot may be one of the most famous traitors of all times, but there a plenty of others. Let's take a look at some of them.
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Traitors and Conmen
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 09 11
435 plays
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The Skeleton in My Closet
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Here are a few questions about celebrities who have caused the death of another human being. Some were accidents and some were not. Some may surprise you ... and some may not.
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Other People
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 24 11
1395 plays
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Inuit Lore and Mythology
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The Inuit people inhabit some of the most inhospitable lands in the world. They have a rich mythology and long history of storytelling. Some of their myths and legends are fascinating. I bet you learn at least one thing from this quiz.
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World Religions
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Tough
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Nov 12 09
291 plays
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Luxury Cruise of Doom!
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Not all rides on ships are pleasure cruises, even if they started out that way. Here are some questions about some ships that now reside in Davy Jones Locker.
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Disasters
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Aug 12 11
447 plays
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Fascinating Vatican City
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Vatican City is usually listed as the smallest country in the world, but it is at the top of the list of places to go and things to see. Artwork, architecture and historical artifacts make visiting Vatican City an experience you will never forget.
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Vatican City
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Apr 24 11
1722 plays
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The Deadly Profession of the Coal Miner
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Coal mining has always been a dangerous profession that was not regulated for many years. This is a look at the reality of the coal mining profession for many years.
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Occupational Trivia
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Jun 21 11
594 plays
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The Filthy Profession of the Chimney Sweep
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There have been many dirty, dangerous jobs, throughout history. Being a chimney sweep is near the top. Let's take a look at this perilous occupation.
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Occupational Trivia
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Feb 10 11
525 plays
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Mining Disasters Around the World
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Mining for anything underground has always been one of the most dangerous professions in the world. This quiz will include different kinds of incidents from around the world.
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Disasters
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Nov 10 10
270 plays
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John Wayne's "The Sons of Katie Elder"
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"The Sons of Katie Elder" (1965) is the story of four estranged brothers who come together to avenge the suspicious death of their father Bass Elder, and the attempted theft of the family ranch from their mother. It is full of stars, action and suspense.
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Sl - Sq Movies
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Sep 29 10
315 plays
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He Doesn't Even Notice Me!
Team quiz by We Forgot Our Name
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Around the world, and throughout history, women have done many things to their bodies and used many products to get noticed by the men in their cultures. These are a few of the many cultural practices used for beautification.
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Culture Mixes
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Tough
10 Q
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dcpddc478
May 01 11
666 plays
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Diagnosis: Death!
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All cultures have practices and rituals that relate to death and dying. They are many and varied. This will be a quiz on the different death rituals practiced by different cultures at different times in history.
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Miscellaneous
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Tough
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Feb 09 10
2217 plays
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Karma, Karma, Karma Chameleon
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Chameleons are a very unusual and unique part of the animal kingdom. Many of them are endangered. Let's go exploring and learn about these wonderful creatures!
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Animals for Kids
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Very Easy
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Jan 08 11
3612 plays
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All You Need is Another Clue
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Here are ten famous unsolved disappearances from different times and locations throughout history. One more clue is all it might take to solve these mysteries. Were they crimes, accidents, or paranormal mysteries? We may never know.
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Mysteries of History
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Average
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Mar 29 13
450 plays
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The Amazing Cockroach
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Throughout the world the cockroach is feared, despised and treated with revulsion. Millions of dollars are spent annually, trying to eradicate this insect. What do you really know about this fascinating creature?
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Insects
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Tough
10 Q
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dcpddc478
Sep 15 09
486 plays
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Shipwrecks, Ghostships & Maritime Mishaps
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Water covers the majority of the earth. Ships afloat in these waters wreck, sink and/or go missing frequently. Sometimes the reasons are known and sometimes they are not. This quiz is on some of the more bizarre and infamous of these events.
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Maritime Disasters
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Average
15 Q
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dcpddc478
Dec 29 09
375 plays
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