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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6,781.

What is the primary reason leaves change color in autumn?

A.

Increased chlorophyll

B.

Loss of chlorophyll

C.

Increase in sunlight

D.

Reduction in oxygen

E.

Increase in humidity

Correct answer is B

Leaves change color in autumn due to the loss of chlorophyll.

6,782.

Which is the smallest type of bird of prey?

A.

Eagle

B.

Hawk

C.

Falcon

D.

Kestrel

E.

Owl

Correct answer is D

The kestrel is one of the smallest types of birds of prey.

6,783.

What is the scientific term for the study of fossils?

A.

Paleontology

B.

Archaeology

C.

Geology

D.

Anthropology

E.

Ecology

Correct answer is A

Paleontology is the scientific study of fossils.

6,784.

Which biome has the highest biodiversity?

A.

Tundra

B.

Savanna

C.

Rainforest

D.

Desert

E.

Grassland

Correct answer is C

Rainforests have the highest biodiversity of all biomes.

6,785.

What is the term for a plant that gets its nutrients from trapping and consuming insects?

A.

Epiphyte

B.

Herbivore

C.

Carnivorous Plant

D.

Parasite

E.

Omnivore

Correct answer is C

Carnivorous plants trap and consume insects for nutrients.