General Knowledge Trivia questions and answers

General Knowledge Trivia Questions and Answers

Our general knowledge trivia questions and answers are a fun way to learn some random facts about geography, history, politics, sports, science, technology, music, food, wild life, entertainment, cultures or just about anything.

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571.

Which New Seven Wonder is carved into pink sandstone cliffs?

A.

The Taj Mahal

B.

Machu Picchu

C.

Petra

D.

The Colosseum

E.

Chichen Itza

Correct answer is C

Petra, located in Jordan, is famously carved into pink sandstone cliffs.

572.

Which ancient wonder was a massive statue of the sun god Helios?

A.

The Statue of Zeus

B.

The Colossus of Rhodes

C.

The Lighthouse of Alexandria

D.

The Hanging Gardens

E.

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

Correct answer is B

The Colossus of Rhodes was a massive statue of the sun god Helios.

573.

What is the purpose of the Great Wall of China?

A.

To protect against invasions

B.

To store water for agriculture

C.

To serve as a burial site

D.

To act as a trade route

E.

To showcase architectural prowess

Correct answer is A

The Great Wall of China was built to protect against invasions from the north.

574.

Which New Seven Wonder features a large amphitheater in Rome?

A.

The Great Wall

B.

The Taj Mahal

C.

The Colosseum

D.

Machu Picchu

E.

Petra

Correct answer is C

The Colosseum is an ancient Roman amphitheater located in the center of Rome.

575.

Which ancient wonder was built on the Greek island of Rhodes?

A.

The Hanging Gardens

B.

The Colossus of Rhodes

C.

The Statue of Zeus

D.

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

E.

The Temple of Artemis

Correct answer is B

The Colossus of Rhodes was a giant statue built on the Greek island of Rhodes.