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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3,736.

Which event led the U.S. to enter World War II?

A.

Attack on Pearl Harbor

B.

German invasion of Poland

C.

Battle of Britain

D.

D-Day invasion

E.

Fall of France

Correct answer is A

The U.S. entered World War II after Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.

3,737.

What was the primary purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

A.

Prohibit monopolies

B.

Establish the Federal Reserve

C.

Protect workers’ rights

D.

Create public schools

E.

Expand trade

Correct answer is A

The Sherman Antitrust Act aimed to prohibit monopolies and promote competition.

3,738.

Which U.S. state is nicknamed "The Magnolia State"?

A.

Georgia

B.

Mississippi

C.

Alabama

D.

Louisiana

E.

South Carolina

Correct answer is B

Mississippi is nicknamed "The Magnolia State" for its state flower and trees.

3,739.

What was the main purpose of the Wagner Act of 1935?

A.

Protect workers’ rights to unionize

B.

Establish minimum wage

C.

End child labor

D.

Fund Social Security

E.

Create the Federal Reserve

Correct answer is A

The Wagner Act protected workers’ rights to unionize and collectively bargain.

3,740.

Which U.S. state is known as "The Keystone State"?

A.

New York

B.

Pennsylvania

C.

Ohio

D.

Maryland

E.

Virginia

Correct answer is B

Pennsylvania is called "The Keystone State" for its central role in the founding of the United States.