51.

  My 100th Quiz: "Signature Songs"-Part 18    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

My 100th quiz is a follow-up to "Signature Songs" Parts 1-17. Many singers have recorded one special tune with which they will long be associated. I'll give you the titles of 15 songs, see if you can name the singers/groups best known for recording them.

Average, 15 Qns, paulmallon, Aug 20 14

Category: Signature Songs

Average
paulmallon
606 plays

52.

  Tom, Dick or Harry?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

All the questions in this quiz will pertain to people whose first name is some variation of Tom, Dick or Harry. They come from a wide variety of fields and places, so they're not just any Tom, Dick or Harry. Have fun:-)

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jun 27 12

Category: First Names

Average
paulmallon
805 plays

53.

  She Ain't Heavy She's My Sister: Celebrity Sibling    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

As the old saying goes, "you can pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives". While some of these sisters don't share the same last name, they do share one important thing - proud parents! Enjoy.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Mar 01 20

Category: Celebrity Families

Tough
paulmallon
Mar 01 20
830 plays

54.

  Trivia Potpourri: 10 Questions from 10 Categories    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

For my 50th quiz, I will ask one question from each of the 10 categories in which I have previously written a quiz, so this will truly be a "mixed bag". I hope you enjoy it.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Dec 12 12

Category: Mixed 10 Qn Difficult A

Tough
paulmallon
948 plays

55.

  Cinematic Cuisine: "Tasty" Movies    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

There's just something about going to a flick that seems to whet the appetite. (Popcorn anyone?) The title of each film will contain either a specific food, drink or meal. Bon appetit and enjoy the movies!

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, May 04 12

Category: Common Titles

Average
paulmallon
763 plays

56.

  I'm in a New York State of Mind: N.Y. Trivia    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Times Square, Broadway, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Yankee Stadium are all in "New Yawk". The Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Giants once played baseball there and many famous people lived or died there. Let's visit "The City That Never Sleeps".

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Nov 26 20

Category: Mixed New York

Tough
paulmallon
Nov 26 20
432 plays

57.

  If I 'd Known, I 'd Have Stayed in Bed That Day    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

In 1918, during WWI, a soldier named Irving Berlin wrote, "Oh, How I Hate to Get Up In The Morning". In retrospect these folks, some famous, some not, would have been a lot better off if they had stayed in bed on a certain, fateful day.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jun 16 13

Category: Infamy

Average
paulmallon
569 plays

58.

  It's a Mystery to Me-Authors & Their Crimefighte    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

Part of the enjoyment of reading is familiarity with the characters. The following have appeared in numerous novels by the same author...can you name the creator or creations of these crime-fighters and crime writers?

Average, 15 Qns, paulmallon, Dec 25 16

Category: Fictional Detectives

Average
paulmallon
706 plays

59.

  First Mates: Their First Spouses    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Apparently the part of the wedding vows that states "til death do us part" didn't mean all that much to a lot of famous people. All of the following have been married at least four times, but do you know who was their FIRST mate?

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Aug 19 21

Category: Celeb Couples

Tough
paulmallon
Aug 19 21
926 plays

60.

  Signature Songs of Singers or Groups-Part 12    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This is a follow up to my "Signature Songs"-Part 11. Many singers have recorded one special tune with which they will long be associated. I'll give you the titles of ten songs. See if you can name the singer or group best known for singing them.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Mar 10 14

Category: Signature Songs

Average
paulmallon
766 plays

61.

  Take Me Out To The Ball Game    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Whether it's a stadium, park, field, pitch or court, in just about every sport, a team fares better when playing at home. Let's see what you know about some famous team venues, and the squads that play or played there.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Aug 14 14

Category: Sports Stadiums

Average
paulmallon
545 plays

62.

  Kissin' Cousins: Famous Folks Who Wed Their Kin    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The phrase "all in the family" conjures up pleasant memories of shared family moments, but the following folks may have taken it a bit too literally when they thought that marrying one of their cousins was a good idea. Can you identify them?

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jun 02 17

Category: Who Am I?

Tough
paulmallon
692 plays

63.

  "You Can Quote Me": Who said it?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Sometimes it may be a good idea to keep your thoughts to yourself. Yet there are times where you feel you really need to say what's on your mind. Here are 10 folks who spoke up. See if you can identify them.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Aug 16 13

Category: Famous Quotes for Experts

Tough
paulmallon
838 plays

64.

  You're in the Army Now-Global Stars in the Service    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Almost everyone knows Elvis Presley was in the U.S. Army, John F. Kennedy in the Navy, and that Prince Harry served in the British Army. Many other famous people also served their countries with honor. Here are ten.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 23 13

Category: For Experts

Tough
paulmallon
676 plays

65.

  I'll be "CC"ing You! Both Names Start with "C"    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Charlie Chan and the Cheshire Cat are fictional characters and thus don't qualify for this quiz. The following 10 real people start both their first and last names with the third letter of the alphabet. Let's "C" what you know about them.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Dec 28 12

Category: Initials

Average
paulmallon
566 plays

66.

  It's All Relative Anyway-Famous Worldwide Kinfolk    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

There is a familiar saying, "You can pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives". Sometimes that's a good thing, other times, not so much. Let's see which of these you "kin" figure out.(This is an Author Challenge Quiz).

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Aug 10 13

Category: Friends & Relatives

Average
paulmallon
464 plays

67.

  Somebody Call a Doctor! : Medical Thrillers    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Some books are best read with the lights ON, including this assortment of medical thrillers. You may have read some of them, but the question is: Can you recall who wrote them?

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Feb 23 12

Category: Thrillers

Average
paulmallon
619 plays

68.

  "Heaven Can Wait": Folks Who Lived 100 Years    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"Dead Too Soon", one of my earlier quizzes, dealt with people who died before age 35. This is the "flip side", people who managed to live until at least 100 'ere the Grim Reaper came calling. Enjoy the quiz and "live long and prosper"!

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Sep 23 20

Category: Famous Deaths - Difficult

Tough
paulmallon
Sep 23 20
546 plays

69.

  Not All My Ex's Live in Texas    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

I'll name a celebrity and ask you to name which of their most spouses has been "Ex'd". Many of these folks have been married several times and have many exes, so pay attention to the dates.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 31 12

Category: Celeb Couples

Tough
paulmallon
622 plays

70.

  Mr. Blackwell's Worst Dressed List    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Anytime you're on a list you want to be at the top, right? Maybe not this one. For 35 years Hollywood critic, Mr. Blackwell has named his list of 10 clumsily clad celebrities. All quotations are from Mr. Blackwell's biography.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jun 29 21

Category: Fashion & Beauty Mixture

Tough
paulmallon
Jun 29 21
762 plays

71.

  Wedding Belles-Once Was Not Enough    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

If a belle is lucky she will hear her own wedding bells only once because she found the right guy the first time. These belles have not been so fortunate and as a result they have heard wedding bells more times than they would like.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Dec 12 12

Category: Who Am I?

Average
paulmallon
397 plays

72.

  "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?"- Famous Siblings    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Wilbur had Orville, Cain had Abel, and who can forget the Smothers brothers? History is filled with many brother/brother and sister/brother pairings. Many were good guys, others not so good. Let's see what you know about this band of brothers.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Mar 15 14

Category: Friends & Relatives

Tough
paulmallon
690 plays

73.

  Signature Songs" of Singers or Groups-Part 17    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This is a follow-up to "Signature Songs-Parts 1- 16. Many singers have recorded one special tune with which they will long be associated. I'll give you the titles of ten songs. See if you can name the singers or groups best known for recording them.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Apr 22 14

Category: Signature Songs

Average
paulmallon
755 plays

74.

  Signature Songs of Singers and Groups-Part 19    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This is a follow up to my "Signature Songs"-Parts 1-18 quizzes. Many singers have recorded a special tune with which they will long be associated. I'll give you the titles of ten songs. See if you can name the singer or group best known for singing it.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Nov 20 14

Category: Signature Songs

Average
paulmallon
717 plays

75.

  Coming to America-Noteworthy Naturalized Citizens    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

For centuries, millions have flocked to the shores of the United States seeking citizenship. Most settled into America's daily life, while others became quite well known. Here are ten noteworthy folks who came to become famous Americans, "naturally".

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Apr 23 14

Category: U.S.A. People

Average
paulmallon
376 plays

76.

  Hip, Hip, Hoo-"Ray"-Guys named Ray/Raymond    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

They come from various areas. We have actors, authors, a singer, a golfer, a musician, a hamburger king and a politician. But this ar"ray" of guys does have one thing in common. They are all named Ray or Raymond.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Nov 11 14

Category: First Names Q-S

Tough
paulmallon
450 plays

77.

  School Dazed: Very Famous Non-College Graduates    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

We've all heard it a million times..."if you want to make something of yourself you need a four year college degree". These famous folks didn't get one and still managed to do OK. Put on your thinking cap and see if you can identify them.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 31 12

Category: Famous People for Experts

Tough
paulmallon
390 plays

78.

  The Novels of Robert B. Parker    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

America lost a national treasure when Robert Brown Parker, best-known for his "Spenser" series, passed away January 18, 2010. He wrote over 60 novels and as soon as I finished each one, my eager anticipation for his next would begin. Enjoy!

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 18 13

Category: Parker, Robert B

Average
paulmallon
216 plays

79.

  Signature Songs of Singers or Groups-Part 14    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This is a follow up to my "Signature Songs"-Parts 1-13 quizzes. Many singers have recorded a special tune with which they will long be associated. I'll give you the titles of ten songs. See if you can name the singer or group best known for singing it.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Nov 16 22

Category: Signature Songs

Average
paulmallon
Nov 16 22
527 plays

80.

  "Sam I Am": Men named Sam, Sammy, Samuel    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

What's in a name? There are multiple ways to use the moniker Sam, just as there are many men who have been known to use one variation or another. Can you figure out which Sam I Am?

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jun 30 12

Category: First Names Q-S

Average
paulmallon
552 plays

81.

  Mayday, Mayday! Famous events that occurred in May    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"Mayday" is the international call for help during times of distress. Sure, the month of May has seen its share of disasters or unfortunate events over the years, but some good things happened then as well. Let's take a look back.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Nov 15 12

Category: April May June

Average
paulmallon
468 plays

82.

  A Rainbow of Songs with Colorful Titles    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

There's a saying: "Music makes the world go round". It makes it go around in color too. The following tunes (mostly from the '50s and '60s) will have a color (or a rainbow) as part of its title. Put on your rose colored glasses and enjoy.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Feb 15 13

Category: Color Songs

Average
paulmallon
743 plays

83.

  A Rainbow of Movies - Colorful Titles    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Each movie in this quiz has a color in its title. The films' release dates run from the 1930s to the 2000s. Some may be easily recognizable, while others may be less familiar, but they do have one thing in common, they are all quite colorful.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Apr 20 16

Category: Colors/Colours in the Title

Average
paulmallon
817 plays

84.

  J.F.K. Didn't Die Alone: Famous deaths on Nov. 22    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Those of us who were alive on November 22, 1963 will never forget where we were when we heard the news: President Kennedy has been assassinated! Through the ages many other famous folks died on the same date. Here are 10.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jun 09 12

Category: Famous Deaths - Difficult

Tough
paulmallon
558 plays

85.

  The Hollywood Walk of Fame (H.W.O.F)    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Begun in 1960, the H. W.O.F. is a dedicated sidewalk where over 2,400 stars have been awarded for achievements in entertainment. The first four categories were Motion Picture, Radio, Television and Recording (Music/Audio). Live Theatre was added in 1984.

Difficult, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Nov 07 20

Category: Hollywood Walk of Fame

Difficult
paulmallon
Nov 07 20
760 plays

86.

  A Journey to Tourist Attractions Around the World    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Tourism is a major source of income for many towns, states and countries across the globe. Some oft-visited sites are fairly recent, while some have been around for centuries. Let's do a little arm-chair sightseeing, shall we?

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jan 13 15

Category: World Sites

Tough
paulmallon
498 plays

87.

  Celebrity "Leapers": People Born on February 29    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

How would you like to have a birthday only once every four years (in "leap year")? Well, that's what happens if you are born on February 29. People born on this date are known as "leapers". Some of them are quite well known...here are ten.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 03 12

Category: People by Birthday

Average
paulmallon
312 plays

88.

  Heere's Johnny! (Famous Johns - not just Carson)    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Ed McMahon became famous for announcing "Heere's Johnny" on TV's, "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson", from 1962-1992. But men named John, Johnny or Johnnie come from all walks of life, and all parts of the world. Here are 10.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Sep 29 13

Category: First Names H-J

Tough
paulmallon
349 plays

89.

  Dead Too Soon II: More Famed Folks Who Died Young    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This is my second "Dead Too Soon" quiz. It discusses 10 folks, who never lived beyond their 30's. But whether they were singers, musicians, or good samaritans, they had one thing in common. They all were "Dead Too Soon".

Difficult, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Feb 20 22

Category: Died Young

Difficult
paulmallon
Feb 20 22
667 plays

90.

  Will-I-Am: Men named William, Bill, etc (All U.S)    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The names William, Will, Bill, Billy, Willie include many famous gents. They include a conqueror, a famous bard and these forthcoming guys. Do you think you can do well here? Sure you can, because where there's a Will, there's a way.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 11 12

Category: First Names T-Z

Average
paulmallon
241 plays

91.

  Who the Heck "RR" You?- Both names start with "R"    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

All the people in this quiz will have both a first and last name that begins with the letter R. Let's see which ones "R" familiar to you. Have fun.

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Mar 15 13

Category: Initials

Average
paulmallon
637 plays

92.

  Phobias (Don't Be Afraid to Try This Quiz)    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

The word "phobia" means the the irrational fear of something. It can be a person, place or thing that makes you feel frightened. Caution: If you suffer from atychiphobia, you may want to take a pass, since it's the fear of failure. :-)

Average, 15 Qns, paulmallon, Apr 21 17

Category: Phobias

Average
paulmallon
812 plays

93.

  Hugh Hefner, the Man, the Myth, the Playboy    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Hugh Marston Hefner was born April 9, 1926 in Chicago, IL. He would go on to create one of the most iconic publishing franchises ever, "Playboy Enterprises", famous for magazines, models and mansions as well as big bashes and buxom bunnies. What a life!

Average, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Aug 01 14

Category: Hefner, Hugh

Average
paulmallon
424 plays

94.

  It's Good to be King! People named King (All U.S.)    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

We've had all kinds of Kings, from Elvis, the King of R&R to Michael, the King of Pop. We've even had a king with the golden touch and one who tried to climb the Empire State Building. Here we have ten more Kings, at least in name.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jun 07 18

Category: Same Surname

Tough
paulmallon
Jun 07 18
518 plays

95.

  Not Just Your Average Joe - Guys Named Joe    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

We all know a lot of famous (and some infamous) guys named Joe, Joey or Joseph. Grab yourself a nice hot cuppa Joe and see what you know about who these Joes are and what they did.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 19 12

Category: First Names H-J

Tough
paulmallon
491 plays

96.

  He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother: Famous siblings    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Starting with Cain and Abel, there have many famous (and infamous) sets of brothers. Sometimes there were more than just two or even three. See how much you know about this eclectic "band of brothers".

Difficult, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Dec 05 12

Category: Friends & Relatives

Difficult
paulmallon
629 plays

97.

  10 Entrepreneurs: What Company Did They Start ?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Many companies begin with humble roots. It's amazing what an idea, a plan, a bit of cash, some luck and hard work can accomplish. These folks embody the spirit of entrepreneuership. See if you know what now well known business they started.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Aug 21 12

Category: Famous People for Experts

Tough
paulmallon
404 plays

98.

  Forbes Magazine's Most Powerful Women    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Each year "Forbes Magazine" compiles and publishes its list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. The following are from their list released in August, 2012.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Jul 05 13

Category: Famous Women

Tough
paulmallon
591 plays

99.

  How Much Do You Know About U.S. First Ladies?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The initial First Lady of the United States was Martha Custis Washington who assumed that post in 1789. This quiz will deal with the various women who have held that position. I hope you enjoy it.

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, Sep 11 12

Category: U.S. First Ladies

Tough
paulmallon
447 plays

100.

  1 - (ONE)    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The number one can be several things. It can be a uniform number, a single unit, or a position of prominence (as in being the best) in some field. It can also designate who was the first to achieve a certain feat. Are you ready for question "one"?

Tough, 10 Qns, paulmallon, May 15 19

Category: 1

Tough
paulmallon
May 15 19
358 plays