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!

271.

What is the chemical symbol for sodium?

A.

Na

B.

S

C.

So

D.

N

E.

Sa

Correct answer is A

The chemical symbol for sodium is Na, derived from the Latin word "natrium."

272.

Who was the first man in space?

A.

Yuri Gagarin

B.

Neil Armstrong

C.

Buzz Aldrin

D.

Alan Shepard

E.

John Glenn

Correct answer is A

Yuri Gagarin, a Soviet astronaut, became the first man in space on April 12, 1961.

273.

Which musical instrument has 88 keys?

A.

Guitar

B.

Violin

C.

Piano

D.

Harp

E.

Accordion

Correct answer is C

A standard piano has 88 keys, including 52 white keys and 36 black keys.

274.

Which scientist is known as the father of modern physics?

A.

Isaac Newton

B.

Albert Einstein

C.

Galileo Galilei

D.

Niels Bohr

E.

Stephen Hawking

Correct answer is B

Albert Einstein is often considered the father of modern physics for his contributions to quantum theory and relativity.

275.

What is the largest ocean on Earth?

A.

Atlantic Ocean

B.

Indian Ocean

C.

Pacific Ocean

D.

Arctic Ocean

E.

Southern Ocean

Correct answer is C

The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean, covering about 63 million square miles.