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!

7,196.

Who was the first woman to run for President of the United States?

A.

Victoria Woodhull

B.

Hillary Clinton

C.

Geraldine Ferraro

D.

Sarah Palin

E.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Correct answer is A

Victoria Woodhull was the first woman to run for U.S. President in 1872.

7,197.

What is the political term for the right to hold office?

A.

Suffrage

B.

Candidacy

C.

Tenure

D.

Eligibility

E.

Mandate

Correct answer is C

Tenure refers to the right to hold office for a specific term.

7,198.

What is the term for a political leader who appeals to popular desires and prejudices rather than rational arguments?

A.

Autocrat

B.

Populist

C.

Demagogue

D.

Oligarch

E.

Revolutionary

Correct answer is C

A demagogue is a political leader who appeals to popular desires and prejudices rather than rational arguments.

7,199.

Which country is home to the International Criminal Court (ICC)?

A.

United States

B.

Belgium

C.

Netherlands

D.

Germany

E.

Switzerland

Correct answer is C

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is located in The Hague, Netherlands.

7,200.

What does the term "UN Security Council veto power" mean?

A.

The power to pass resolutions

B.

The power to reject resolutions

C.

The power to enforce policies

D.

The power to mediate disputes

E.

The power to expel a member

Correct answer is B

The veto power allows permanent members of the UN Security Council to reject resolutions.