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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7,041.

What is the political term for the division of power between different levels of government?

A.

Federalism

B.

Democracy

C.

Separation of Powers

D.

Confederation

E.

Unitary System

Correct answer is A

Federalism divides power between national and regional governments.

7,042.

Who was the first President of the United States to die in office?

A.

Abraham Lincoln

B.

William Henry Harrison

C.

James A. Garfield

D.

Zachary Taylor

E.

John F. Kennedy

Correct answer is B

William Henry Harrison was the first U.S. President to die in office, in 1841.

7,043.

What is the term for a formal meeting of party members to select candidates or decide policy?

A.

Caucus

B.

Summit

C.

Conference

D.

Plenary

E.

Session

Correct answer is A

A caucus is a formal meeting of party members to select candidates or decide policy.

7,044.

Which international treaty aims to reduce the proliferation of nuclear weapons?

A.

Geneva Convention

B.

Kyoto Protocol

C.

Non-Proliferation Treaty

D.

Paris Agreement

E.

Montreal Protocol

Correct answer is C

The Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.

7,045.

Who is considered the "Father of Economics"?

A.

Karl Marx

B.

Adam Smith

C.

John Maynard Keynes

D.

Milton Friedman

E.

David Ricardo

Correct answer is B

Adam Smith is considered the "Father of Economics," known for his work "The Wealth of Nations."