As part of the Amazing Trivia Race 2, this quiz looks at the history of prisons, prisoners, and the prison system.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jan 10 14
Category:
Crime and Punishment
I once debated with my tutor (a philosophy professor) that physics and philosophy were as different as subjects could be and could not be made to work synergistically. Take this quiz to see why I was wrong. (Please see II sections for discussion).
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Apr 23 16
Category:
Philosophy
It's your first Halloween on World Street - a street full of families of different nationalities - and you are faced with a group of trick-or-treaters dressing up as scary monsters from their homelands. Can you recognise these spooky costumes?
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
May 20 10
Category:
Beasts of Myth
The periodic table is much more than a list of chemical elements. It can provide a plethora of information about the chemical and physical properties just by the element's position. This quiz uses fictional elements named after my teammates.
Tough, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 02 22
Recommended for grades: 11,12
Category:
Chemistry
Etymology and animals - two of my favourite things. Here are ten questions about scientific names of various animals. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Apr 14 14
Category:
Taxonomy and Scientific Names
Scientists often wince at hearing the term "membrane proteins", viewing them as scary and unnecessarily difficult. Nevertheless, I can't seem to keep away. Here is a quiz about proteins that are found in the plasma membrane.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jun 09 13
Category:
Cell and Molecular Biology
Here is my first Common Bond quiz, which also doubles as a quiz in the series of quizzes themed on invertebrates which I am co-authoring. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 01 22
Category:
Common Bond
Some of the most famous stories in history have been partially or totally fabricated by storytellers. Here, Ralph the Llama tries his hoof at historical myth-busting, and attempts to identify how and why some of these stories came to be. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 11 11
Category:
Blunders, What Ifs, Intrigue
As well as giving me a chance to display my artistic skills, this quiz tests your knowledge of amino acids based primarily on their structures.
Average, 20 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 30 13
Category:
Biochemistry
As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", this quiz follows Stirling the starfish as he travels the world. As Stirling is about to find out, his characteristic shape is recognised worldwide and has numerous symbolic meanings. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 04 10
Category:
Flags and Symbols
Bhutan is perhaps known for being an isolated "Land of the Thunder Dragon", which bases its political decisions not on their impact on Gross Domestic Product, but on Gross National Happiness. What else do you know about this fascinating nation?
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Nov 10 12
Category:
Bhutan
How many celebrities can say that invertebrates helped them hit superstardom? Well, not many actually, but more than you may think! This quiz looks at just some of them.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jul 29 10
Category:
Celebrity Squares
As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", this quiz allows a group of disgruntled invertebrates to set the record straight as to what they really are, despite what their mythological names may suggest.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jun 29 17
Category:
Invertebrates
The stories and customs of ancient and mythological Egypt feature many insects. As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", this quiz looks at just some of them. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Mar 04 10
Category:
Egyptian Myth
You set out on an adventure only to find a monstrous, mythical mixture of beasts! If you can tell your gorgons from your griffens then you may survive this quiz!
Easier, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jul 06 13
Category:
Myths and Legends for Kids
As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", this quiz looks at the role played by the fly and its close relatives in myths from around the world.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 06 10
Category:
Beasts of Myth
I give you the answer, you give me the question. Simple, right? Think again! The answers I've given are deliberately nerdy and convoluted. Can you decipher what they mean?
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Apr 20 22
Category:
Biology
An inkling of info all about the ancient and beautiful art of tattooing.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 20 19
Category:
Body Piercings & Tattoos
Yellowstone National Park is one of the most mystifying and spectacular sites on Earth. This quiz looks at the animals which inhabit Yellowstone and the struggles they face in this extreme climate.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 20 15
Category:
USA
A bit unsure of your "type", you decide to attend a speed dating event. Unfortunately, the courtship techniques these animals use are hopeless on you - an animal of a different species. Use the clues throughout the quiz to find out what animal YOU are.
Difficult, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jan 12 10
Category:
Specific Topic Animal Trivia
As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", this quiz looks at the roles of invertebrates in the many cultures around the world, from strange superstitions to stories of the Earth's creation. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
May 10 10
Category:
Culture Mixes
Over the last few decades, public feuds between rap stars have become a defining characteristic of the genre. Some feuds were for publicity, some were extravagant, and some ended in tragedy. This quiz attempts to look back at this darker side of rap.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 03 10
Category:
Rap and Hip-Hop
As you begin your first night shift guarding some of the world's most valuable works of art, you are shocked to see that they have come to life! Using your knowledge of famous art, get everything back the way it was by morning and keep your job!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 24 09
Category:
Art
The Inter-Continental Ballistic Sheep have sent out their spies to various parliamentary buildings across the globe. How many can you identify?
Easier, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 07 13
Category:
Government
As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", this quiz looks at one often overlooked, but ever-present character in myths from around the world - the bee. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jul 17 19
Category:
Beasts of Myth
Never mind the complex names of all those proteins. Let's focus on what makes a protein - the amino acid. How much do you know about this building block of life?
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 13 13
Category:
Biochemistry
The way in which emotions are displayed in gesture can vary greatly from culture to culture. Even the most simplistic gesture can cause outrage if exhibited in the wrong setting. This quiz looks at the hows and whys. Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Apr 09 20
Category:
Culture Mixes
As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", this quiz looks at the more colourful parts of world myth - butterflies!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Apr 28 14
Category:
Beasts of Myth
This quiz aims to provide a basic but challenging overview of the structure of simple sugars.
Tough, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jan 04 15
Category:
Biochemistry
This quiz tests your knowledge of the Hindu religion.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jun 01 18
Category:
Hinduism
We are often told to "not let the bed bugs bite", but there are several other disease carrying invertebrates we need to worry about! This quiz, part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions", looks at just some of them.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jan 08 14
Category:
Zoonoses
This quiz is based on the myth-busting, devilishly tricky quiz show that is QI. Sit back and look at some of those "classic" quiz facts which aren't as true as you think. Much of the factual information is taken from "The Book of General Ignorance".
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jan 30 19
Category:
Thematic Unique Ideas
As part of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquisitions", this quiz challenges you to take a CAPITALISED word, add some letters and anagram to find an invertebrate! Oh, and be sure to remove any backbones which you may find along the way.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 09 10
Category:
Unique Quizzes
This quiz looks at three of the most important food groups; proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
Tough, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 16 19
Recommended for grades: 9,10,11,12
Category:
Biochemistry
In 2012 I was lucky enough to travel to Japan. Here are some of the things I saw. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Dec 09 18
Category:
Japan
We're going for gold, but we got distracted by some shiny silver. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of this element.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Mar 19 17
Recommended for grades: 9,10,11
Category:
Specific Elements
Dragons can be found in ancient religious works, folklore and even in popular literature. This quiz brings you ten such tales from all over the world which feature the magical mythical beast.
Easier, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Sep 17 09
Category:
Mythical Dragons
You are a chemical compound, but you don't know which one. Questions 1 to 9 will give you clues as to your identity, as well as testing your knowledge in several areas of chemistry. Question 10 will give you a chance to guess at which compound you are.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 02 22
Category:
Chemistry
One of our invertebrates is missing! Can you help Intrepid Inquizzitors Mike and Row track down their wandering wee beastie as it leads them on a chase all around FunTrivia?
Average, 20 Qns, doublemm,
Apr 27 20
Category:
Thematic Invertebrates
All eyes on me and listen very carefully. Can you match the correct people with these clues about sight and sound?
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Feb 25 17
Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10
Category:
Physical Traits
Join the Intercontinental Ballistic Sheep as they travel north of Hadrian's Wall to Edinburgh.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Mar 14 17
Category:
Scotland
Continuing their search for invertebrates, Mike and Row now explore the world of sport. Did they find any golfing grasshoppers or sailing snails? Perhaps not, but take this quiz to see what they did find. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jun 03 13
Category:
Wide World of Sports
This quiz contains ten questions centred around the key figures in the struggle for increased Irish rights and independence in the period 1801-1921.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jan 20 11
Category:
Irish
Some members of the animal kingdom are able to do things beyond the physical capabilities of human beings. How much do you know about these amazing creatures and their unique adaptations?
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
May 07 19
Category:
Specific Topic Animal Trivia
To mark the end of what have come to be known as "the noughties", this quiz looks at the people, programmes and themes which have made a triumphant return during the decade.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Jan 06 10
Category:
The 2000s
The electron configuration about an atom in a molecule can define its "molecular shape". Here are ten questions about it!
Tough, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Oct 21 16
Category:
Chemistry
Come with me to Springfield and take part in the next stage of "Mike and Rowena's Invertebrate Inquizitions"! This quiz looks at some of the pesky invertebrates which have appeared in "The Simpsons". Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
May 07 10
Category:
Animals in 'The Simpsons'
These quizzes look at the events and leaders of the Civil Rights Movement in Black America.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Dec 22 17
Category:
Civil Rights
It is an unfortunate truth that many large US cities are home to gangs, involved in numerous illegal activities. This quiz looks at ten of these gangs, their past and their present.
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Mar 13 13
Category:
Crime and Punishment
For those who visited Blackpool as a child, those who love amusement parks, or those who simply enjoy learning something new! This quiz looks at the UK's most iconic theme park, housed in Britain's most popular seaside resort - Blackpool Pleasure Beach!
Average, 10 Qns, doublemm,
Oct 07 09
Category:
UK Coasters & Theme Parks