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.

Put on your thinking cap and test how much you really know about the world around you. Have fun!

6,531.

What was the purpose of the League of Nations?

A.

To promote global trade

B.

To prevent future wars

C.

To end World War I

D.

To establish colonial rule

E.

To promote industrialization

Correct answer is B

The League of Nations was formed after World War I to prevent future wars.

6,532.

What was the first written constitution in the world?

A.

The Magna Carta

B.

The Mayflower Compact

C.

The Articles of Confederation

D.

The Constitution of the United States

E.

The Constitution of Athens

Correct answer is B

The Mayflower Compact, signed in 1620, is considered the first written constitution.

6,533.

Who became the first Emperor of France in 1804?

A.

Louis XVI

B.

Napoleon Bonaparte

C.

Charles X

D.

Louis XVIII

E.

Henri IV

Correct answer is B

Napoleon Bonaparte declared himself the first Emperor of France in 1804.

6,534.

What war was fought between the British and American colonists from 1775 to 1783?

A.

The Civil War

B.

The War of 1812

C.

The Revolutionary War

D.

The Seven Years' War

E.

The Spanish-American War

Correct answer is C

The Revolutionary War was fought between Britain and American colonists from 1775 to 1783.

6,535.

What event led to the start of the Great Fire of London in 1666?

A.

An earthquake

B.

A bakery fire

C.

A lightning strike

D.

A riot

E.

A gas explosion

Correct answer is B

The Great Fire of London started in a bakery on Pudding Lane.