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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6,931.

What is the term for a government system in which power is divided between a central government and states?

A.

Monarchy

B.

Federalism

C.

Republic

D.

Confederation

E.

Democracy

Correct answer is B

Federalism divides power between a central government and regional governments.

6,932.

Which treaty ended World War II?

A.

Treaty of Versailles

B.

Potsdam Agreement

C.

Treaty of San Francisco

D.

Paris Peace Treaties

E.

Geneva Accords

Correct answer is C

The Treaty of San Francisco officially ended World War II.

6,933.

What is the political term for a government ruled by religious leaders?

A.

Monarchy

B.

Theocracy

C.

Democracy

D.

Autocracy

E.

Republic

Correct answer is B

A theocracy is a government ruled by religious leaders.

6,934.

Which U.S. President was responsible for the New Deal?

A.

Herbert Hoover

B.

Franklin D. Roosevelt

C.

Woodrow Wilson

D.

Theodore Roosevelt

E.

Harry S. Truman

Correct answer is B

Franklin D. Roosevelt introduced the New Deal during the Great Depression.

6,935.

Which U.S. President signed the Louisiana Purchase?

A.

Thomas Jefferson

B.

George Washington

C.

James Madison

D.

Andrew Jackson

E.

John Adams

Correct answer is A

Thomas Jefferson signed the Louisiana Purchase in 1803.