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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3,886.

What is the purpose of the 22nd Amendment?

A.

Abolish slavery

B.

Limit the President to two terms

C.

Grant voting rights to women

D.

Lower the voting age to 18

E.

Prohibit alcohol

Correct answer is B

The 22nd Amendment limits U.S. Presidents to two terms.

3,887.

Which U.S. state was admitted to the Union during the Civil War?

A.

Nevada

B.

West Virginia

C.

Kansas

D.

Oregon

E.

Colorado

Correct answer is B

West Virginia was admitted to the Union in 1863 during the Civil War.

3,888.

What was the primary purpose of the G.I. Bill?

A.

Provide education and benefits to World War II veterans

B.

Fund the construction of military bases

C.

Encourage enlistment during World War II

D.

Rebuild Europe after World War II

E.

Provide housing for soldiers during the Civil War

Correct answer is A

The G.I. Bill provided educational and housing benefits to WWII veterans.

3,889.

Which U.S. President served the longest term in office?

A.

George Washington

B.

Abraham Lincoln

C.

Franklin D. Roosevelt

D.

Theodore Roosevelt

E.

Woodrow Wilson

Correct answer is C

Franklin D. Roosevelt served four terms, the longest in U.S. history.

3,890.

Which U.S. state is known as the "Granite State"?

A.

Maine

B.

Vermont

C.

New Hampshire

D.

Connecticut

E.

Rhode Island

Correct answer is C

New Hampshire is called the "Granite State" due to its extensive granite formations.