I graduated in 1966, so these would be my favorite flicks between 1962 and 1966. Have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Apr 23 18
Category:
1960s Movies
My wife and I were both born in 1948, although we didn't know it at the time. I wonder what our parents did for entertainment while waiting for the blessed event. Here are some possibilities.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Dec 09 15
Category:
The 1940s
More than 15 African nations became independent in 1960. Here are 10 of them.
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Jun 29 16
Category:
African
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I enjoyed wildebeest's 2003 quiz about bald folks ("Bald is Beautiful"), so I wanted to add another 10 people. I'm sure you know these celebrities. Have fun!
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Jul 28 16
Category:
Hairless Celebrities
I'll tell you what it's NOT and you tell me what it IS! Have fun!
Average, 15 Qns, shvdotr,
May 19 24
Category:
Mixed 15 Questions
But he WAS my brother. Can you identify these siblings of US presidents?
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 11 15
Category:
President's Families
Many people born in 1948 are very well known today. Can you identify these from the entertainment industry?
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Sep 29 24
Category:
People by Birthday
Here are some questions about early German history, long before the modern German state was established in 1871. I hope you find it interesting. Thanks for playing!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Nov 26 15
Category:
German
Here are some historical questions from events and people that inspired some of Shakespeare's works. Have fun.
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Dec 18 13
Category:
European
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Although it ultimately failed, Native resistance to the takeover of tribal lands by whites produced instances of outstanding courage and daring leadership.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Nov 14 15
Category:
Native American
How well do you recognize the roles in World War II movies pertaining to people with the rank of captain? Here's another of my quizzes about captains in entertainment. Have fun!
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Mar 06 17
Category:
War in Movies
Here are some more stars of TV Westerns who have ridden into the sunset. Do you remember them? Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
May 22 25
Category:
Westerns
We're familiar with lots of TV characters after whom their shows are named, especially crime and/or detective shows, like "Mannix" or "Monk". But do you know the characters' first names?
Average, 15 Qns, shvdotr,
Aug 12 24
Category:
Mainly Characters
When baking bread, you may get more than bread, eh? Let's look at some idioms involving bread. Have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Mar 29 17
Category:
Food and Drink in Idiom
I was going through some albums I bought when I was in college and shortly after graduating in 1970. Can you identify some of the artists or albums? Have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Jun 15 13
Category:
Folk Music
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That Was the Year that Was 1948. How much do you know about my birth year?
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 19 11
Category:
1940s History
Here are some historical rulers from around the world who had absolute power. How many do you know?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Nov 04 17
Recommended for grades: 10,11,12
Category:
Historical People for Kids
Here are some of my favorite iTunes featuring foreign languages. All you have to do is identify the language. Have Fun!
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Nov 21 18
Category:
Foreign Languages in Songs
Here are some of my favorite war movies I saw as a kid. All were released before I was 14, that is to say, prior to 1962. Do you remember these gems? Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Oct 21 15
Category:
War in Movies
So how much do we really know about Tattoo from "Fantasy Island"? Here are some things that might excite him to shout something other than "Ze plane! Ze plane!". Do you know what he might say? Have fun choosing outbursts.
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Aug 26 17
Category:
Thematic Story Time
We've had a lot of fun with Doris Day's name, how about some with her brother Dennis! (Now, don't write me, I know they're not related.)
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Aug 07 17
Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10
Category:
In Common
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Here are ten biographies of Hall of Fame players, with one exceptional exception. Just match the main part of the title with the Hall of Famer whom the book is about. Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
May 20 18
Category:
Baseball Literature
Can you name these Iowa towns or cities that coincidentally share their names with well-known people? Have fun!
Average, 15 Qns, shvdotr,
May 12 14
Category:
Iowa
We Americans are very proud of our National Parks. But other countries have parks and reserves that are awesomely beautiful, as well. Can you match these unique parks with their nations? Have fun!
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Apr 15 26
Category:
Where on Earth?
Fay Wray's name keeps popping up in my head lately. And each time, a question pops up, too! Can you supply some answers for me?
Average, 15 Qns, shvdotr,
Jul 18 23
Category:
Mixed 15 Questions
...When You Read. Can you identify these imaginary places from different types of literature? I'm sure you can. Have fun.
Average, 20 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 28 26
Category:
Places in Literature
One might ask, "What's in a name? A rose by any other name...." Well in this quiz, WHAT is IN the name of the movie. How many of these films do you recognize? Have fun!
Very Easy, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Jan 25 14
Category:
Common Titles
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I'll give you four members of a Hall of Fame for a particular sport, and you need to name the sport/hall. Hope you have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Apr 20 12
Category:
Sports Persons
Another battle that deserves its own quiz is the Battle of Bannockburn. How much do you know about it? Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Jul 27 17
Category:
Scottish Wars of Independence
Some classic films have a color as a significant part of their titles. Can you identify these?
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Apr 20 16
Category:
Colors/Colours in the Title
Here's another people quiz based on a deck of cards. This is the "Royal Britain" deck printed by Lo Scarabeo in Turin, Italy. Each card shows an English monarch, from Alfred the Great to Elizabeth II. But you don't need to have the deck to play!
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Apr 10 20
Category:
U.K. Royals
I wanted to do another quiz about James Garner, this time focusing on his roles in the cinema and on television. I hope you enjoy it.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Mar 22 18
Category:
Garner, James
No, this is not about the Rudyard Kipling work, but rather a selection of captains from a wide range of entertainment genres. And no, these captains may not all be courageous. Have fun!
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 22 17
Category:
Professions in Entertainment
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While reading the Cadfael series by Ellis Peters, I came across medieval occupations. Some I knew, some I did not. So I wondered if my fellow trivialists would enjoy a look back at archaic occupations. I hope you have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Jan 08 10
Category:
Obsolete Jobs
Can you identify which US President won the election in the years that I identify by the Summer Olympics site? Have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Sep 01 22
Category:
Who Was In Office?
Can you identify some of these observances we have for the various months in the US?
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 23 17
Category:
Holidays - General
No, it's not the 1955 Eddy Arnold hit. After over 90 quizzes online, I decided to write a quiz about myself. Don't worry, you don't have to know me to get these general questions correct. Just relax and have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 10 25
Category:
All About Me
How many of these people, places and things whose "first names" are "El" ring a bell for you? I'm sure many will be familiar. Have fun.
Average, 15 Qns, shvdotr,
Jun 14 15
Category:
Thematic Names
Of the over 200 revolving restaurants in the world, just match these, all located on towers, with their locations. Have fun!
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
May 29 17
Category:
Pubs & Restaurants
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This is a follow-up on my first Great Chiefs matching quiz, this time with some lesser known Native Americans who led their peoples during very trying times.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Aug 23 17
Category:
Native American
Reading books and watching movies with my grandchildren have exposed me to many memorable animal characters. I hope you recognize them, too.
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Aug 22 13
Category:
Famous Animals
It's not Chuck Norris, but who, what, or where IS it? I hope you have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Jul 09 17
Category:
Thematic People
How many of these US "State" universities can you correctly match with their campus locations? Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Nov 17 13
Category:
US Colleges
These captains are all leading characters from various television programs. However, not all of them may be necessarily courageous. This is the third in a series of quizzes about captains in entertainment.
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 20 19
Category:
Professions on TV
Yes, little ole Iowa has produced some celebrities. Can you guess them if I give you a few clues about each? Good luck and have fun.
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Apr 16 11
Category:
USA Celebs
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How much do you know about the List of Grievances in the Declaration of Independence? Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 19 14
Category:
Declaration of Independence
I'll give you a potpourri of tunes, and you'll match them up with a U.S. presidential name they are connected with in some way. Confused? No worries, you'll catch on fast. Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Dec 11 18
Category:
Political Songs
I'm sure you remember these great folk trios from the Fifties through the Seventies. Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Dec 07 15
Category:
Folk Music
Some of my favorite films in which the hero's experience and character are profoundly influenced by the story's location.
Average, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Mar 11 16
Category:
Name the Movie
Ray Walston and Bill Bixby are not included here. These questions are people named Martin, not Martians! Have fun!
Easier, 10 Qns, shvdotr,
Feb 14 15
Category:
Name Game