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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7,166.

Who was the first female President of Brazil?

A.

Dilma Rousseff

B.

Michelle Bachelet

C.

Cristina Fernández de Kirchner

D.

Isabel Perón

E.

Eva Perón

Correct answer is A

Dilma Rousseff became the first female President of Brazil in 2011.

7,167.

What is the primary function of the International Criminal Court (ICC)?

A.

Resolve trade disputes

B.

Prosecute war crimes and crimes against humanity

C.

Mediate territorial disputes

D.

Provide economic aid

E.

Promote health initiatives

Correct answer is B

The ICC prosecutes individuals for war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity.

7,168.

Which treaty ended World War I?

A.

Treaty of Paris

B.

Treaty of Versailles

C.

Treaty of Ghent

D.

Treaty of Vienna

E.

Treaty of Westphalia

Correct answer is B

The Treaty of Versailles ended World War I in 1919.

7,169.

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

A.

Oligarchy

B.

Theocracy

C.

Democracy

D.

Monarchy

E.

Autocracy

Correct answer is B

A theocracy is a system of government where religious leaders rule in the name of a deity.

7,170.

Which African country gained independence first?

A.

Nigeria

B.

Ghana

C.

South Africa

D.

Kenya

E.

Ethiopia

Correct answer is B

Ghana was the first African country to gain independence in 1957.