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!

261.

What is the hardest naturally occurring substance?

A.

Graphite

B.

Quartz

C.

Diamond

D.

Topaz

E.

Ruby

Correct answer is C

Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance, with a 10 on the Mohs hardness scale.

262.

Which country is known for the origin of pizza?

A.

Spain

B.

Greece

C.

Italy

D.

France

E.

Turkey

Correct answer is C

Italy is widely considered the birthplace of pizza, particularly in Naples.

263.

What is the name of the galaxy we live in?

A.

Andromeda Galaxy

B.

Milky Way Galaxy

C.

Whirlpool Galaxy

D.

Sombrero Galaxy

E.

Triangulum Galaxy

Correct answer is B

The Milky Way Galaxy is the galaxy that contains our solar system.

264.

Who is known as the "Maid of Orléans"?

A.

Marie Antoinette

B.

Joan of Arc

C.

Catherine the Great

D.

Queen Elizabeth I

E.

Eleanor of Aquitaine

Correct answer is B

Joan of Arc, also known as the "Maid of Orléans," led the French army to victory during the Hundred Years’ War.

265.

What is the official language of Mexico?

A.

Spanish

B.

Portuguese

C.

English

D.

French

E.

Italian

Correct answer is A

Spanish is the official language of Mexico, spoken by the majority of its population.