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!

196.

What is the chemical symbol for lead?

A.

Pb

B.

Le

C.

Ld

D.

Pl

E.

Pt

Correct answer is A

Lead is represented by the symbol "Pb," derived from the Latin word "plumbum."

197.

Who wrote "The Catcher in the Rye"?

A.

F. Scott Fitzgerald

B.

J.D. Salinger

C.

Ernest Hemingway

D.

John Steinbeck

E.

Mark Twain

Correct answer is B

J.D. Salinger wrote "The Catcher in the Rye," published in 1951.

198.

Which planet is the second from the Sun?

A.

Mercury

B.

Venus

C.

Earth

D.

Mars

E.

Jupiter

Correct answer is B

Venus is the second planet from the Sun and is similar in size and structure to Earth.

199.

Which organ is responsible for producing insulin?

A.

Liver

B.

Pancreas

C.

Stomach

D.

Gallbladder

E.

Kidney

Correct answer is B

The pancreas produces insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.

200.

What is the primary source of energy for the Earth?

A.

Wind

B.

Solar Energy

C.

Geothermal Energy

D.

Hydroelectric Energy

E.

Fossil Fuels

Correct answer is B

The Sun provides solar energy, which is the primary source of energy for life on Earth.