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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3,816.

Who was the first U.S. Secretary of State?

A.

Thomas Jefferson

B.

John Adams

C.

Alexander Hamilton

D.

James Madison

E.

George Washington

Correct answer is A

Thomas Jefferson served as the first Secretary of State under George Washington.

3,817.

What year was the U.S. Constitution ratified?

A.

1776

B.

1787

C.

1788

D.

1790

E.

1791

Correct answer is C

The U.S. Constitution was ratified in 1788.

3,818.

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

A.

Virginia

B.

Maryland

C.

Pennsylvania

D.

Delaware

E.

New Jersey

Correct answer is C

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

3,819.

What was the main goal of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

A.

Regulate banks

B.

Prohibit monopolies

C.

End slavery

D.

Expand westward

E.

Promote industrial growth

Correct answer is B

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

3,820.

What year did the United States enter the Vietnam War?

A.

1959

B.

1961

C.

1965

D.

1970

E.

1973

Correct answer is C

The United States officially entered the Vietnam War in 1965.