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ghosttowner has been a FunTrivia author since May 10 09 and has written 40 quizzes. ghosttowner is a generalist author, preferring to author quizzes across all categories, with the most common being Movies, History, and Sports.

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Bio: Who let the Dogs out....Go Dog Park!
Hobbies: Writing books on Nevada ghost towns, camping, spending time with my daughter.
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1.
  Hit Me With Your Best 'Shot'   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
In this quiz, questions will deal with different types of medical "shots" we get during treatment. So, grit your teeth, relax your muscles, the needle will only sting for a second!
Easier, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Sep 22 25
Category: Diseases
Easier
ghosttowner
Sep 22 25
6718 plays
2.
  The American Civil War for Children   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Test your basic knowledge of one of the most difficult times in United States history, the Civil War.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Oct 30 23
Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8
Category: US History for Kids
Very Easy
ghosttowner
Oct 30 23
3484 plays
3.
  Always Trust Your Cape    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Many super heroes in movies and comic books wear capes. Some good, some bad. Your mission is to match up the right celebrity with the caped character they portrayed on TV or the movies. Thank you to CowboyBlueDog, my teammate, for suggesting this topic!
Easier, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Oct 29 21
Category: Celebrities Mixture
Easier
ghosttowner
Oct 29 21
915 plays
4.
  Match the Old School artist with their song!   popular trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
These artists all had many memorable hits but only one is listed from each one. Head on down memory lane and see if you remember these wonderful songs!
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Apr 01 18
Category: Match Artist and Song
Very Easy
ghosttowner
1715 plays
5.
  The American Revolutionary War for Kids   popular trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
A follow up to my kids' US Civil War quiz. This quiz covers people and places that were important in the fight for the country's independence from England.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Apr 18 18
Recommended for grades: 7,8,9
Category: US History for Kids
Very Easy
ghosttowner
833 plays
6.
Outdoor Activities: Ghost Towning in the United States
  Ghost Towning in the United States   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Visiting old ghost towns and mining camps is a recreational hobby that has become extremely popular over the last 30 years. So, hop in that 4 x 4, put it in low gear, and head out on your adventure!
Easier, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Oct 07 24
Category: Outdoor Activities
Easier
ghosttowner
Oct 07 24
2775 plays
7.
  Famous Love Matches Throughout History    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Throughout the world's history, there has been a fascination with famous couples that are etched into the fabric of human history. Here are ten couples that fit that mold. Just put them back together one more time!
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Mar 28 18
Category: Friends & Relatives
Very Easy
ghosttowner
1044 plays
8.
  'Twas the Night Before Christmas   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Just a fun quiz about things associated with Christmas. No stress, no strain, just sit back and relax! Enjoy the sleigh ride!
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Dec 03 24
Category: Holidays and Celebrations for Kids
Very Easy
ghosttowner
Dec 03 24
1639 plays
9.
  Authors of the "Old West" Genre   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Many authors achieved fame writing western themed fiction books. So, cinch up that saddle tight, head off down that dusty trail, and ride into the sunset like all western heroes do!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Feb 17 24
Category: Westerns
Average
ghosttowner
Feb 17 24
1720 plays
10.
  Memorable Eastwood Movie Quotes, Western Style   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Clint Eastwood's westerns had many famous quotes. Here are some for you to try and rope the correct answer. So grab a "nice piece of hickory" and head out on a "Missouri boat ride!"
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Aug 05 21
Category: Eastwood, Clint
Average
ghosttowner
Aug 05 21
1168 plays
11.
  Anchors Aweigh!    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Since the American Revolution, many United States naval ships achieved fame for their outstanding achievements. This quiz will cover ten of those magnificent naval warships!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Feb 17 22
Category: Naval Warfare
Average
ghosttowner
Feb 17 22
718 plays
12.
  Here Today - Gone Tomorrow: Odd Celebrity Deaths   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Over the years, many celebrities have met with what can only be classified as a bizarre death. This quiz explores a few of those weird occurrences.
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Mar 28 24
Category: Death Becomes Them
Average
ghosttowner
Mar 28 24
2164 plays
13.
  "One More For the Road"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Ah, you hit the road for that dreaded long family trip to Grandma's house. How can you spend the time and keep your sanity? This quiz is about games played while traveling on those monotonous road trips!
Easier, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jul 01 22
Category: Other Games & Toys
Easier
ghosttowner
Jul 01 22
784 plays
14.
  What Western Author Wrote These Classics   popular trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Get ready to test your matching skills. Here are ten prominent western classics. You probably recognize the titles, but can you match them with their author? If you do, you can ride off into the sunset with a great score!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Apr 11 18
Category: Westerns
Average
ghosttowner
346 plays
15.
  Clint Eastwood Movies and Characters    
Match Quiz
 15 Qns
Of course you remember all of Clint Eastwood's movies, but how about his character's name in each one? Well, have some fun and test that knowledge by matching the names with the movies!
Average, 15 Qns, ghosttowner, Aug 05 21
Category: Eastwood, Clint
Average
ghosttowner
Aug 05 21
549 plays
16.
  Autopsy of "Grey's Anatomy" Season 5    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
There were many ups and downs during season five, can you remember some of those twists and turns?
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Aug 12 09
Category: Grey's Anatomy
Average
ghosttowner
2628 plays
17.
  Mixed Nevada Match Game    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Here are ten interesting matches on different facets of Nevada. I hope you enjoy this quiz and maybe learn something you didn't know about my wonderful home state!
Easier, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Aug 03 22
Category: Mixed Nevada
Easier
ghosttowner
Aug 03 22
424 plays
18.
  Presidential Love   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Behind every President of the United States there was a First Lady. Many had unique stories and some of them are presented here for your enjoyment.
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, May 22 18
Category: U.S. First Ladies
Average
ghosttowner
953 plays
19.
  Fractured Clint Eastwood Westerns    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Really like the Eastwood westerns? Well, jangle your spurs right on in and name that movie!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Sep 27 09
Category: Movie Fractures
Average
ghosttowner
1287 plays
20.
  A Scientific Look at Vegetables    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
We all know the popular names of various vegetables. Your mission is to match up the scientific names of those veggies!
Easier, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 18 18
Category: Vegetable Mixture
Easier
ghosttowner
410 plays
21.
  Movies with the Right Stuff    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz offers questions on a variety of movies that specifically feature space travel in them. So fire up that booster rocket and get ready to head out into the universe! (Some spoilers.)
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 04 16
Category: Something in Common
Average
ghosttowner
511 plays
22.
  Down Periscope: A Look at Submarines in Film    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Submarines have played a major part of many films and now it is time to test knowledge. So it is time to board, secure the hatches, pull down the periscope, and start your underwater adventure!
Easier, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Mar 25 18
Category: Something in Common
Easier
ghosttowner
452 plays
23.
  Chisum    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
"Chisum" was released in 1970 and featured an all-star cast. The movie is loosely based on events that took place during the Lincoln County war in New Mexico during the late 1870s. Match the star with their role.
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, May 09 18
Category: Cg - Cl Movies
Average
ghosttowner
134 plays
24.
  Famous and Infamous Nevadans    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
There are many famous people who were either born or lived in Nevada. Here are ten that made their mark. So grab those dice, leave it to lady luck, and don't crap out on the answers!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jul 28 09
Category: Other U.S. States
Average
ghosttowner
657 plays
25.
  Celebrities with Variations of the Name Shawn    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
My name is Shawn and over the years have had my name spelled consistently wrong. This quiz is about celebrities and stars whose name includes Shawn, Shaun, or Sean. How well can you pick the right name? Let's find out!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Feb 23 11
Category: Same Name
Average
ghosttowner
860 plays
26.
  Nevada Geographical Miscellany    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Put your hiking boots on--its time to venture out into the Great Basin of Nevada!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jul 14 09
Category: Nevada
Average
ghosttowner
519 plays
27.
  Triple Jump Gold Medal Match    
Match Quiz
 15 Qns
There must be some other hop, step and jumpers out in Fun Trivia besides me! Match these jumpers with the year they won gold in the Olympics! Head on down the runway and good luck!
Average, 15 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 22 18
Category: Olympic Summer Games
Average
ghosttowner
121 plays
28.
  Nevada: The Desert State   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
There are many intriguing facts about Nevada through its history. Here are a few about this high desert state.
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 27 09
Category: Mixed Nevada
Average
ghosttowner
695 plays
29.
  Athletes With a Nevada Connection    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Many prominent athletes were either born, lived, or attended college in Nevada. Can you recognize these athletes that had a impact on Nevada sports?
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Aug 12 09
Category: USA by Locality
Average
ghosttowner
353 plays
30.
  Nun of the Above    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
For this challenge title from Kyleisalive, I will pose questions on famous/popular nuns or important items regarding nuns throughout history. So, don your habit and your thinking cap!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jul 03 19
Category: Christian People / Saints
Average
ghosttowner
Jul 03 19
483 plays
31.
  Prominent Animals of Nevada    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Nevada has a wide variety of wildlife since it contains many different environmental types. So put on some sunscreen and pack plenty of water, and prepare to venture out into the Great Basin!
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jul 14 09
Category: USA
Average
ghosttowner
901 plays
32.
  Americans in the Throwing Events    
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
The throwing events are little recognized with rare TV shots of only the winning throw. Time to give them their props! Ready? Take a (discus) spin and give it your best shot (put)!
Average, 20 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 15 09
Category: USA at the Olympics
Average
ghosttowner
494 plays
33.
  Nevada Mining Towns and Their Founders    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Nevada is famous for its wealth of gold and silver mining towns. Your mission is to match the founder with the town they established. Time to prospect for an excellent score!
Tough, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 03 18
Category: Nevada
Tough
ghosttowner
112 plays
34.
  A Wing and A Prayer    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
This quiz is based on the popular phrase "On a Wing and a Prayer" which first was heard in John Wayne's 1942 movie "Flying Tigers" which meant a hopeless situation with little chance of success. Match the artist with the proper Wing or Prayer song.
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jul 20 22
Category: Prayer in Songs
Average
ghosttowner
Jul 20 22
124 plays
35.
  Pony Express in Nevada    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Grab your mail bag, hop on your horse, grab the reins and head out for your next station!
Tough, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, May 27 09
Category: Old West
Tough
ghosttowner
800 plays
36.
  Ennio Morricone's Spaghetti Western Music    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Morricone's unique musical style added so much to spaghetti western films. Are you ready to test your knowledge of those songs?
Tough, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 26 16
Category: Composers
Tough
ghosttowner
304 plays
37.
  Tonopah, Queen of the Silver Camps    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Time to learn about Tonopah, one of the richest silver producers in Nevada History.
Tough, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, May 27 09
Category: Nevada
Tough
ghosttowner
383 plays
38.
  Al Hall: U.S. Hammer Thrower    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is a tribute to Al Hall, who passed away in October, 2008.
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 02 09
Category: Athletes A-Z
Average
ghosttowner
181 plays
39.
  It's A Dusty Ol' Town   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Nevada is well known for being windy, dry, and dusty. It is also known for its many old dusty ghost towns which many make a hobby of to visit. Here are some questions about 10 prominent Nevada ghost towns and all are ol' dusty towns!
Difficult, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, Jun 21 18
Category: Nevada
Difficult
ghosttowner
118 plays
40.
  County Seats of Nevada    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Ready to test your geographical knowledge of Nevada's county seats and counties?
Average, 10 Qns, ghosttowner, May 22 09
Category: Nevada
Average
ghosttowner
405 plays