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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3,936.

What year did the U.S. stock market crash, marking the beginning of the Great Depression?

A.

1927

B.

1928

C.

1929

D.

1930

E.

1931

Correct answer is C

The stock market crashed in 1929, marking the start of the Great Depression.

3,937.

What was the primary goal of the Monroe Doctrine?

A.

Expand U.S. territory

B.

Prevent European interference in the Americas

C.

End slavery

D.

Establish trade alliances

E.

Increase military spending

Correct answer is B

The Monroe Doctrine aimed to prevent European colonization in the Americas.

3,938.

Which U.S. President is associated with the "Square Deal"?

A.

Woodrow Wilson

B.

Theodore Roosevelt

C.

Franklin D. Roosevelt

D.

William Howard Taft

E.

Herbert Hoover

Correct answer is B

Theodore Roosevelt’s "Square Deal" focused on fairness for workers, businesses, and consumers.

3,939.

Which U.S. state was purchased from Russia in 1867?

A.

Hawaii

B.

Alaska

C.

Texas

D.

Florida

E.

California

Correct answer is B

Alaska was purchased from Russia in 1867 in a deal known as "Seward’s Folly."

3,940.

What does GDP stand for in economic terms?

A.

Gross Domestic Product

B.

General Development Policy

C.

Global Debt Percentage

D.

Government Debt Product

E.

Gross Demand Pricing

Correct answer is A

GDP stands for Gross Domestic Product, measuring the total economic output of a country.