This quiz explores the science behind our everyday lives and the world around us!
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Aug 25 20
Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11
Category:
Science for Kids
Sitting in my office, I start dreaming of past times when Australians still traveled by horse, bushrangers roamed and the lure of the unknown led intrepid explorers on great journeys. I can't travel back there but I can still read about it...
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Sep 25 13
Category:
Australian Literature
I have a stack of novels on my bedside table waiting for me. There is a link between each of the first nine books and the tenth. Taking the first letter of the answer to each of the first nine questions, discover the title of that tenth novel.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Sep 08 23
Category:
Literature: Something in Common
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I've lost one of the objects in each of the following groups of four. Using the other three as a guide, can you find the missing object? Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jan 30 12
Category:
Mixed 10 Q. Easy
Many places, especially in the New World with its Latin colonisation, were named after saints. Let's have a look at some of these saintly places...
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Aug 13 24
Category:
Eponymous Places
Your challenge is to match the famous Chuck, Charlie or Chas with the reason we know about them. Sounds simple? Choose carefully!
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jul 16 20
Category:
First Names C-D
Humor in chemistry? You bet! This quiz is for those who enjoy puns and jokes, so here are a few with a chemical flavor. A little chemistry or general science knowledge will help but is not essential. Remember, the focus is on the jokes not the science!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Feb 02 22
Recommended for grades: 11,12
Category:
Chemistry
Phoenix Rising's Gold Team invites you to learn more about some famous Koreans. You need to match the name with the reason they are known internationally. Hopefully you'll recognize many of them!
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jul 24 22
Category:
People by Country
The tiger (Panthera tigris) is at the top of the food chain, dominating his or her surroundings. This makes the name highly popular to evoke fear and respect on the world's sporting fields. Can you pick which sport these tigers play?
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Apr 17 12
Category:
Animals in Sports
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This quiz takes a broad look at the first 200 years of Australian Theatre after white settlement in 1788. Find out what's happened on stage down under! A little knowledge of famous plays and world history may be an advantage :-)
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Oct 07 13
Category:
Theatre History
Your favorite TV series ended, perhaps many years ago. But can you recall what happened as the final episode drew to a close? Was the plot line resolved, perhaps in a surprising way or have you been left hanging? Let's find out! (May contain spoilers!)
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Oct 11 15
Category:
Failures and Cancellations
Far from being incorrect, sometimes using 'wrong' in the right place is perfect! This quiz explores some common idiomatic expressions which include the word 'wrong'.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Feb 07 15
Category:
Idioms with a Common Word
Mike's malevolent, mischief-making mind has manufactured many (10) mental mazes. Your mission is to masterfully meld a methodical meaning, maneuvering past misleading millstones and mendacious material.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Nov 03 12
Category:
M
Australians have made a mark on the world stage in many areas. Members of The Australian Players have selected 10 internationally renowned Aussies in 10 separate fields of endeavour. How many do you recognize?
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Aug 13 24
Category:
Australians
Surrounded by TLAs (Three Letter Acronyms)? Here are a selection of those covering a wide range of FT categories! Don't go AFK (away from keyboard) or MIA (missing in action). Have a RHG (Red Hot Go)and see how many you recognize...
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Mar 02 20
Category:
Acronyms and Initialisms
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Sport has always been popular fare for movie goers. Here are 10 films that feature the Olympic Games; some based on fact, others are fictional. A little knowledge of sport may help, but like the Olympics, the most important thing is to have a go!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Mar 05 15
Category:
Sports in Movies
At its peak, the Aztecs ruled an empire of 500 towns and 5-6 million people in what is now Mexico. The capital was bigger than almost all cities in Europe at the time. Please take this quiz and find out more about them!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jan 31 23
Category:
Aztecs
This quiz explores the exciting element of magic in the fifth instalment of the 'Elder Scrolls' series, 'Skyrim' (PC, XBox 360 & Playstation 3). Cast your spell over the following questions and divine the answers about this fascinating game!
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Sep 21 13
Category:
Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
In this quiz on the 1982 Australian movie 'The Year of Living Dangerously' we'll look at the background story, the main plot and some of the important people involved with making this movie.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Apr 21 15
Category:
X, Y, Z Movies
Which way did this Aussie go? This quiz looks at a variety of Australian literature where someone has gone exploring and/or missing. It's an eclectic mix of fiction and biography. The correct answer may be challenging to find!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Feb 14 17
Category:
Australian Literature
This quiz introduces words that have entered the English language - especially here in Australia - from the wide variety of Aboriginal Languages. I'm sure you'll recognize quite a few!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Feb 16 15
Category:
Borrowed Words and Phrases
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This quiz explores the chemical element nitrogen - its properties, uses and occurrences in everyday life. Let's take a deep breath - containing lots of nitrogen - and get started!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Mar 12 17
Category:
Specific Elements
Poisonous creatures, the Great Barrier Reef, bushrangers, the outback, sports and arts - all topics that relate to Australia. But Aussies have also contributed many great scientific breakthroughs and inventions. Let's look at some of them!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Aug 12 14
Category:
Inventions
Let's go down to our local river or creek, get wet and have some fun looking at the science that's going on!
Very Easy, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Aug 25 20
Recommended for grades: 6,7,8
Category:
Science for Kids
Phoenix Rising bring you ten great moments from Monty Python with a coordinating 'animal' theme. Of course with MP, some of those animals are rather unusual! Let's go surveying the breadth of their humor with Ethel the Aardvark!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
May 09 20
Category:
Monty Python
This quiz looks at Australian bank notes - some of the history, features and the famous people portrayed. Perhaps you have some of these in your wallet or purse but they seem to disappear very quickly from mine!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Apr 26 20
Category:
Australian Coins & Banknotes
Kings (and other rulers) play a variety of roles in the Bible. Some are wise, some are pious and others are cruel. Based on a range of clues, can you identify a selection of these men? Some are relatively easy, some a little more obscure.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
May 23 12
Category:
Bible People
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This quiz explores the delicious array of crepes and pancakes from around the world, how they are prepared and some of the unusual ingredients used. I hope you're hungry!
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jun 04 12
Category:
Breakfast Foods
This quiz is a search for gold! It is hidden here in a wide variety of entertaining locations. Can you find the ten nuggets on offer from amongst all the surrounding fool's gold?
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jun 07 22
Category:
Colour in Entertainment
'The Sullivans' was a highly popular, period drama shown on Australian TV from 1976 to 1983. Focusing on the microcosm of the Sullivan family, it explored the often horrific impacts of war on contemporary society. How much do you remember?
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Sep 03 13
Category:
S ... Sn-Sz
This quiz will excavate some of the history of the Klondike Gold Rush in the Yukon, Canada. It has been written by the gold crew members of Phoenix Rising as part of our World Tour 2022. Hopefully you will gain some insight into how difficult life was...
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Apr 16 22
Category:
Canadian
This quiz looks at five sports and those Australians and New Zealanders who have captured world titles, gold medals, or other worldwide first-place achievements. Let's learn more about these sporting stars from the antipodes!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jun 17 22
Category:
New Zealand
Ghosts and other eerie apparitions have 'appeared' in literature for centuries. Join me on this hair-raising quiz as we chase down these specters! Some are very well known, others are a little more obscure.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Feb 18 12
Category:
Supernatural Subjects
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Watch out! Zombies in trenchcoats are swarming to get you in 'Call of Duty: Black Ops II: Origins'. Do you know the new features in this DLC? Having played the game (on Xbox 360, Wii U, PC or Playstation 3) before doing this quiz will help!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Sep 16 13
Category:
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2
This quiz is for baseball fans! There are many more similarities between baseball and cricket than you might think. Cricket may appear to be a strange game but using only your baseball knowledge, you can learn a lot about cricket very quickly.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
May 15 12
Category:
Baseball Mixed
Egypt, is an ancient country with a rich and diverse religious diversity. This quiz chronicles the religious culture of the Egyptian people.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Mar 10 20
Category:
World Religions
A rare intergalactic peace gives Time Lord (Lady) Dr How the chance to indulge her passion for making documentaries. Amazed by early pioneers of powered flight, whose efforts were accomplished on 'A Wing and a Prayer', let's find out what she discovered!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Jul 19 13
Category:
Aviation
Oh no! My top secret X-ray travel machine has developed a specificity problem. It will only take me to places with an 'x' in the name. Come with me on my excellent, exciting, exploration extravaganza!
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
May 13 21
Category:
Alphabetical Places T - Z
This quiz starts with bedtime! Drop or add a letter using the previous answer, then rearrange to fit the clue given. Have fun!
Easier, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Sep 04 14
Category:
Drop a Letter 20 Questions
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This quiz looks at the fascinating and diverse chemistry happening in our rivers. Just because the water may be clear, doesn't mean nothing is happening!
Tough, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Oct 25 20
Category:
Hydrology
This quiz explores ten different instances of 'seeing red' across FunTrivia categories. As you'll discover, seeing red can occur in a wide range of places, objects and situations.
Average, 10 Qns, MikeMaster99,
Oct 30 16
Category:
Red
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