751.

  "De Jure" National Sports    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Some sports, such as baseball in the United States, are traditionally considered to be a country's national sport. Other countries, however, actually pass legislation, "de jure", to establish a national sport by law. Let's have a look at some of them!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 26 17

Category: Sports Mixed

Average
ponycargirl
381 plays

752.

  Tales of Gold 2    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

As it turned out, the same year that the gold rush was over in northwestern Canada, word was out that there was another opportunity for miners in Alaska. Come along for the adventure!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Aug 29 17

Category: Gold Rush

Average
ponycargirl
Aug 29 17
467 plays

753.

  King Rama V: Absolute Monarch or Reformer?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Chulalongkorn, also known as Rama V, ruled Thailand from 1868-1910, after inheriting the throne of a country that had been ruled in the same manner for centuries. He was determined that his reign would not be characterized by absolute monarchy-or was he?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Feb 11 18

Category: Thai Royals

Average
ponycargirl
Feb 11 18
251 plays

754.

  Christmas Past: NES Games    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

My sons were little boys when the first NES came out, and Santa was always quite generous at Christmas with games. I recently found the box that contained their system and the following games! Let's see if you can match the villains with the game title.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Dec 23 19

Category: NES Mixture

Average
ponycargirl
Dec 23 19
440 plays

755.

  Bears Are Bodacious!    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Who doesn't think bears are impressive creatures? See if you can match the bears with a brief description of where they are found and a trait that sets them apart from the others!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Oct 21 20

Recommended for grades: 10,11,12

Category: Mammals for Kids

Average
ponycargirl
Oct 21 20
312 plays

756.

  How The Grinch Stole Vowels    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Help! The Grinch is on his way to Fun Trivia! Word about the site is that he is planning to take all the vowels! What should we do? Perhaps restoring the vowels to the holiday words in this quiz will save Fun Trivia and send the Grinch on his way!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Dec 10 20

Category: Missing Letters

Average
ponycargirl
Dec 10 20
534 plays

757.

  Tales of the Lawman    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

The Old West was a wild, uncivilized place, and as more people migrated westward, lawmen were needed to maintain peace and order. Can you match the lawman with the outlaw, incident, or title that made him famous?

Tough, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jul 25 17

Category: Legal

Tough
ponycargirl
Jul 25 17
348 plays

758.

  Drumming Out!    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Today the term "drumming out" means being removed from an organization in shame in dishonor. Where did the term originate and how was it used? Let's see if we can find out.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 11 20

Category: Social History

Average
ponycargirl
Mar 11 20
436 plays

759.

  Portuguese Men O' War Are Peculiar!    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The Portuguese man o' war, also called the floating terror by some, is beautiful to look at, potentially painful to touch, and highly venomous. It's not a jellyfish! Then what is it?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jul 13 20

Category: Cnidarians (Corals, Hydras, Etc.)

Average
ponycargirl
Jul 13 20
300 plays

760.

  Those Awesome Phoenicians!    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The Phoenicians made one of the most important contributions to civilization today. What do you know about the Phoenicians and their alphabet?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jan 19 18

Category: Phoenicia

Average
ponycargirl
Jan 19 18
1752 plays

761.

  Tales of The Acropolis    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Evidence of the use of an acropolis is apparent in settlements of many early people around the world. In ancient Greece the acropolis of a city-state was a vital part of the community, and the Acropolis of Athens has become the most famous.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jul 17 17

Category: Ancient Greece

Average
ponycargirl
Jul 17 17
427 plays

762.

  Biomes Abound!    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Biomes are areas in the world that have similar climate, plants, and animals. Although some sources say there are only five major biomes, others separate them further. Match the plants with the biome. Be careful to pick the best choice for each!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, May 16 19

Recommended for grades: 10,11,12

Category: Biology for Kids

Average
ponycargirl
May 16 19
439 plays

763.

  Chicago The Band: Beginnings    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

In 2016 the band Chicago was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. A year later the group celebrated its 50th anniversary. Let's have a look at how it all began!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jan 18 21

Category: Chicago

Average
ponycargirl
Jan 18 21
226 plays

764.

  The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

As a student of history, it is very difficult to see a movie that is a "true story" and not want to critique it for accuracy. Let's have a look at "The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc" (1999) and see how accurately it represents Joan's story.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Oct 21 17

Category: Me - Mh Movies

Average
ponycargirl
Oct 21 17
314 plays

765.

  Tales of the Royal Meeting    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The Royal Meeting, horse racing that has been held at the Ascot Racecourse since 1711, is an annual event held in Berkshire, England. Deeply rooted in history and tradition, the race is considered to be a major social event. Let's go off to the races!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jun 09 19

Category: Social History

Average
ponycargirl
Jun 09 19
189 plays

766.

  Leonardo da Vinci: Friends and Acquaintances    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Many of Leonardo's friends and acquaintances have become famous in their own right. Match the following people with their descriptions!

Tough, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Apr 05 16

Category: da Vinci, Leonardo

Tough
ponycargirl
245 plays

767.

  Tales of Ancient Roads    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Ancient roads were, as their counterparts today, lifelines that facilitated trade, communication, and military movement. Follow along with the clues given to reach the correct destination.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Sep 27 20

Category: Roads & Highways

Average
ponycargirl
Sep 27 20
183 plays

768.

  Who's Who: More Native Americans    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

One of my favorite pastimes while growing up was reading about famous Native Americans. See if you can match the correct Native American with a description that includes the tribe and one of his best-known accomplishments.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Dec 21 20

Category: Native Americans

Average
ponycargirl
Dec 21 20
200 plays

769.

  Animals on Euro Coins    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

The common side of all euro coins in circulation depicts a globe or map of Europe, but each eurozone country is allowed to choose their own design on the obverse side. See if you can identify the countries whose coins show images of animals.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jan 03 23

Category: Coins and Banknotes

Average
ponycargirl
Jan 03 23
558 plays

770.

  "Might I Have The Pleasure Of Your Name. . ."?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"...before I run you through?" Can you identify the source of these classic lines from "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves"?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 20 13

Category: Robin Hood

Average
ponycargirl
567 plays

771.

  Choo Choose Thomas! Part 2    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

There is no doubt that the railroad system in the UK has greatly influenced its history. Living near the main line of a railroad also inspired a man to create a world where steam engines had personalities and met the same challenges as human beings.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jan 13 24

Category: Writers & Authors

Average
ponycargirl
Jan 13 24
375 plays

772.

  Adrift in the Mediterranean Sea    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Help! My boat is hopelessly adrift. Perhaps you can help put it right by finding related words that contain the letters found in the MEDITERRANEAN SEA. Thanks for your help!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Nov 04 18

Category: Thematic Word Hunt

Average
ponycargirl
Nov 04 18
463 plays

773.

  More Tales of the Pyramid    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

A quiz with this title might make one think of ancient Egypt, but the ancient Mesoamericans also constructed pyramids. What do you know about the Pyramid of the Sun?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jul 06 18

Category: Mexico

Average
ponycargirl
Jul 06 18
249 plays

774.

  Who's Who: Hanging Out Around Sorrento    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Throughout its long history, Sorrento has been visited - or perhaps conquered - by many different groups of people who have somehow left their mark on the city. See if you can identify the periods in Sorrento's history from the clues given.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, May 20 19

Category: Italian

Average
ponycargirl
May 20 19
252 plays

775.

  Take this Why Me? Quiz    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Following are the final laments of people who met untimely or accidental death. Can you identify them?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 13 13

Category: What a Way to Go

Average
ponycargirl
707 plays

776.

  Uncommon Nicknames/Uncommon Species    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Some paleontologists name their archaeological discoveries beyond the scientific numbering system that is typically used. Can you match the nicknames of these discoveries with their species?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 11 17

Category: Paleontology

Average
ponycargirl
823 plays

777.

  Tales of The Parthenon    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

In 447 BC after ridding themselves of the Persian threat, the ancient Athenians embarked upon a building project on the Acropolis that still fascinates us today. What do you know about the Parthenon?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jul 18 17

Category: Ancient Greece

Average
ponycargirl
Jul 18 17
407 plays

778.

  Tales of the Touch of Gold    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Although modern historians believe that King Midas was a real person, there is no doubt that there are many legends and myths regarding his life and actions. There's a lot we can learn from him! Let's see what you known about King Midas!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Feb 01 19

Category: Men and Gods

Average
ponycargirl
Feb 01 19
377 plays

779.

  P90X: Strength Through Training and Nutrition    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Many people today are trying to improve their health through exercise and diet. The P90X is one of many options available. What do you know about this regimen? This quiz was submitted by the Wise Cracks team in the Amazing Race 2.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Sep 07 13

Category: Exercise and Fitness

Average
ponycargirl
2419 plays

780.

  Tales of the Invictus Games    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

In October 2018 the Invictus Games, with the slogan "Make Your Mark Down Under" are scheduled to take place in Sydney, Australia. Let's see what we can discover regarding the history of this athletic challenge.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jun 09 18

Category: Invictus Games

Average
ponycargirl
Jun 09 18
261 plays

781.

  Toys of the 1980s    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

My boys grew up in the 1980s and had to have all the new toys that they saw advertised on television commercials. Let's see if you remember some of their favorites!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Sep 06 18

Category: Toys by Decade

Average
ponycargirl
Sep 06 18
643 plays

782.

  Tales of the Nile Delta    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Come along with me as we explore an area in Egypt that has a long, rich history. Once home to people who helped produced a Cradle of Civilization, the Nile Delta continues to be an important part of Egypt today.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 02 21

Category: Egypt

Average
ponycargirl
Mar 02 21
163 plays

783.

  Henry's Castle Tour    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

My name is Henry. I am seven years old and a page for the Earl of Warwick, Richard Neville, who is my mother's cousin. Follow me and I will take you on a tour of his castle.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Aug 23 22

Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11

Category: History for Kids

Average
ponycargirl
Aug 23 22
1098 plays

784.

  Ancient Egypt: Archaic Period and Old Kingdom 2    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

During a span of almost a thousand years the ancient Egyptians developed a culture that remained virtually unchanged throughout their long history. What do you know about the Archaic Age and the Old Kingdom?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Nov 08 19

Category: Ancient Egypt

Average
ponycargirl
Nov 08 19
219 plays

785.

  Layla and Majnun    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This true story of unrequited love (along with Patti) provided the inspiration for Eric Clapton's "Layla".

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Feb 20 09

Category: World Myth

Average
ponycargirl
555 plays

786.

  Henry's Discourse on Education    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

My lord, the Earl of Warwick, had business this week with the Bishop of Coventry and Lichfield, Walter Langton. I took the opportunity to ask him some questions about university studies, as my brother, George, plans to attend the University of Cambridge

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Dec 15 22

Category: Medieval History

Average
ponycargirl
Dec 15 22
254 plays

787.

  Ho Chi Minh and Other Sandals - Part 2    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

If it's summer, it must be time for sandals! So - get yours out, put them on, and let's see what you know about this type of shoe!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Nov 08 18

Category: Footwear

Average
ponycargirl
Nov 08 18
359 plays

788.

  Tales of the Spartan Way of Life    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

In a society where military strength was vitally important, the Spartans created a state that was very unique in its lifestyle, and eventually had an army that was second to none in ancient Greece. Can you identify these terms from ancient Sparta?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 21 17

Category: Ancient Sparta

Average
ponycargirl
184 plays

789.

  Drifting Through the Namib Desert    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Considered to be the one of the oldest (if not the oldest!) deserts in the world, geologists have estimated that the area which is called the Namib Desert today first began to experience desertification 55 million years ago. Come along and explore!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Apr 05 18

Category: Deserts

Average
ponycargirl
Apr 05 18
190 plays

790.

  Raphael's School of Athens    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

See if you can identify the people depicted in Raphael's famous picture by the clues given.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, May 23 17

Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11,12

Category: Who Am I?

Average
ponycargirl
415 plays

791.

  Limited Democracy in Ancient Athens    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

In the 5th century BC, the ancient Athenians, led by Cleisthenes, began a bold experiment in limited democracy. What do you know about the lawmaking bodies and officials that served in this groundbreaking government?

Tough, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Nov 17 16

Category: Ancient Greece

Tough
ponycargirl
291 plays

792.

  Who's Who: New Amsterdam    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

From 1624-1664 New Netherland, located from the present-day Delmarva Peninsula to the southern tip of Cape Cod, was a colony of the Dutch Republic in North America. New Amsterdam, which eventually became New York, was the seat of its colonial government

Tough, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Feb 21 18

Category: Other People

Tough
ponycargirl
Feb 21 18
318 plays

793.

  Cardinals: Best of the Best    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Next time you visit Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, don't forget to check out the retired number displays in left field and right center field. Who are these "Best of the Best" Cardinals? What were their accomplishments?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Aug 03 10

Category: St Louis Cardinals

Average
ponycargirl
706 plays

794.

  "De Facto" National Sports    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Some sports, such as lacrosse in Canada ("de jure"), have been established by law, while others, such as baseball in the U.S. ("de facto"), are traditionally considered to be a country's national sport. Let's have a look at some "de facto" sports!

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jan 29 19

Category: Sports Trophies

Average
ponycargirl
Jan 29 19
446 plays

795.

  Tales of Peking Man    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The discovery of fossils in the 1920s changed the way paleontologists had previously viewed hominids. Also called Beijing Man, Peking Man is believed to have lived 680,000-780,000 years ago. What do you know about this early human?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Nov 04 22

Category: Pre-History

Average
ponycargirl
Nov 04 22
225 plays

796.

  Choo Choose Thomas!    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

My young grandson loves to play with and read about Thomas The Tank Engine! Can you identify these characters in the series? All of the information in this quiz came from "The Railway Series" books written by Wilbert Awdry and his son Christopher.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, May 05 21

Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

Category: Awdry, Wilbert

Average
ponycargirl
May 05 21
341 plays

797.

  Prehistory of Hong Kong    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

What do you know about the prehistory of Hong Kong? Previously it was believed that the area had been inhabited only 7,000 years ago, but relatively new evidence suggests that some sites are much older.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 31 18

Category: Pre-History

Average
ponycargirl
Mar 31 18
303 plays

798.

  Ignatius of Loyola: Soldierly or Spiritual?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

As a young man Íñigo López de Loyola, now known as Ignatius of Loyola, followed a different path before being chosen to be in God's army. Let's have a look at his amazing life and see how the transformation took place.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Jan 07 20

Category: Ignatius

Average
ponycargirl
Jan 07 20
315 plays

799.

  The Jewish Quarter of Warsaw    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Several eyewitness accounts exist that testify to life in Warsaw prior to and during WWII. The journal of Emmanuel Ringelblum is recommended reading to all who are interested.

Tough, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Mar 05 09

Category: Holocaust

Tough
ponycargirl
1022 plays

800.

  He Holds The Key    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

St. Peter was the undisputed leader of the Twelve, and his teachings and work during the early years of Christianity are well documented. What do you know about his life?

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, May 18 21

Category: Peter

Average
ponycargirl
May 18 21
846 plays