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Prepare yourselves for an exhilarating exploration of the United States across many categories. From the depths of history to the vastness of space, from the heart of pop culture to the intricacies of science, we’ve meticulously crafted 100 trivia questions to challenge and delight. Whether you’re a seasoned trivia buff or just eager to test your knowledge, our diverse array of topics, including General Knowledge, Geography, Literature, Movies, and more, promises an adventure for all. So, grab your favorite beverage, gather your friends and family, and let the games begin as we delve into the rich tapestry of American culture and beyond!

General Knowledge

1. What is the capital of the United States?
   • Washington, D.C.
2. How many states are there in the USA?
   • 50
3. What is the longest river in the United States?
   • Mississippi River
4. Which amendment to the US Constitution abolished slavery?
   • 13th Amendment
5. Who was the first President of the United States?
   • George Washington

History

6. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
   • Thomas Jefferson
7. In which year did the Titanic sink?
   • 1912
8. Who was the British Prime Minister during World War II?
   • Winston Churchill
9. What was the name of the first manned mission to land on the moon?
   • Apollo 11
10. Who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean?
    • Amelia Earhart

Geography

11. What is the largest state in the USA by area?
    • Alaska
12. Which state is known as the “Sunshine State”?
    • Florida
13. What is the smallest state in the USA?
    • Rhode Island
14. Where are the Rocky Mountains located?
    • Western North America
15. Which US state is known for producing the most apples?
    • Washington

Science

16. What is the chemical symbol for water?
    • H₂O
17. Who developed the theory of relativity?
    • Albert Einstein
18. What planet is known as the “Red Planet”?
    • Mars
19. What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
    • Diamond
20. What gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere?
    • Carbon dioxide

Sports

21. How many players are on a soccer team on the field?
    • 11
22. Which country won the FIFA World Cup in 2018?
    • France
23. Who has won the most NBA championships as a player?
    • Bill Russell
24. In what sport would you perform a slam dunk?
    • Basketball
25. Which country hosted the 2016 Summer Olympics?
    • Brazil

Pop Culture

26. Who directed the movie “Titanic”?
    • James Cameron
27. What is the highest-grossing film of all time?
    • Avatar (as of the latest update)
28. Which artist is known for the hit song “Thriller”?
    • Michael Jackson
29. What TV show featured a coffee shop called Central Perk?
    • Friends
30. Who played Jack Dawson in “Titanic”?
    • Leonardo DiCaprio

Literature

31. Who wrote “To Kill a Mockingbird”?
    • Harper Lee
32. What is the first book of the Harry Potter series?
    • Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
33. Who wrote “1984”?
    • George Orwell
34. What is the name of the fictional detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle?
    • Sherlock Holmes
35. Who is the author of “The Great Gatsby”?
    • F. Scott Fitzgerald

Music

36. Who is known as the “King of Pop”?
    • Michael Jackson
37. Which band released the album “Abbey Road”?
    • The Beatles
38. Who is the lead singer of U2?
    • Bono
39. What was Elvis Presley’s middle name?
    • Aaron
40. Which artist is known for the song “Shape of You”?
    • Ed Sheeran

Technology

41. Who founded Microsoft?
    • Bill Gates and Paul Allen
42. What does HTTP stand for?
    • HyperText Transfer Protocol
43. What year was the first iPhone released?
    • 2007
44. What is the main character’s name in the video game series “The Legend of Zelda”?
    • Link
45. Who is known as the father of the computer?
    • Charles Babbage

Food and Drink

46. What is the main ingredient in guacamole?
    • Avocado
47. What type of pasta is shaped like little ears?
    • Orecchiette
48. Which soft drink is the oldest?
    • Dr. Pepper
49. What is the most widely eaten fish in the world?
    • Tuna
50. What alcoholic drink is made from juniper berries?
    • Gin

Nature

51. What is the tallest animal in the world?
    • Giraffe
52. Which bird is known for its colorful tail feathers?
    • Peacock
53. What is the largest mammal in the world?
    • Blue whale
54. Which planet is closest to the sun?
    • Mercury
55. How many legs does a spider have?
    • 8

Movies

56. Who played Forrest Gump in the movie of the same name?
    • Tom Hanks
57. Which movie features the song “Circle of Life”?
    • The Lion King
58. What is the name of the hobbit played by Elijah Wood in “The Lord of the Rings”?
    • Frodo Baggins
59. In which movie does the character Jack Sparrow appear?
    • Pirates of the Caribbean
60. Who directed the movie “Jurassic Park”?
    • Steven Spielberg

Television

61. What is the longest-running animated TV show?
    • The Simpsons
62. Which TV show features the character Sheldon Cooper?
    • The Big Bang Theory
63. What is the name of the coffee shop in “Friends”?
    • Central Perk
64. Who is the main character in “Breaking Bad”?
    • Walter White
65. What is the setting city for the TV show “Cheers”?
    • Boston

Holidays

66. Which country celebrates Thanksgiving in October?
    • Canada
67. What are the traditional colors of Christmas?
    • Red and green
68. What is the name of the Jewish holiday that lasts for eight days?
    • Hanukkah
69. In which month is Halloween celebrated?
    • October
70. What is the first day of the year called?
    • New Year’s Day

Random

71. What is the capital of France?
    • Paris
72. Which element is said to keep bones strong?
    • Calcium
73. Who invented the telephone?
    • Alexander Graham Bell
74. What is the largest ocean on Earth?
    • Pacific Ocean
75. What does NASA stand for?
    • National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Art and Literature

76. Who painted the Mona Lisa?
    • Leonardo da Vinci
77. What is the main character’s name in “Moby-Dick”?
    • Captain Ahab
78. Who wrote “Pride and Prejudice”?
    • Jane Austen
79. Which famous playwright wrote “Romeo and Juliet”?
    • William Shakespeare
80. What is the real name of Mark Twain?
    • Samuel Clemens

Mythology

81. Who is the Greek god of the sea?
    • Poseidon
82. In Egyptian mythology, who is the god of the underworld?
    • Osiris
83. Which Norse god wields a hammer named Mjolnir?
    • Thor
84. Who is the Roman goddess of love?
    • Venus
85. In Greek mythology, who is the king of the gods?
    • Zeus

Animals

86. What is the fastest land animal?
    • Cheetah
87. Which animal is known for its long neck?
    • Giraffe
88. What is a baby kangaroo called?
    • Joey
89. Which animal is known to have a pouch?
    • Kangaroo
90. What type of animal is a Komodo dragon?
    • Lizard

Space

91. What is the closest star to Earth?
    • The Sun
92. What is the name of Earth’s galaxy?
    • The Milky Way
93. Which planet is known for its rings?
    • Saturn
94. What is the second planet from the sun?
    • Venus
95. Who was the first person to walk on the moon?
    • Neil Armstrong

Fun Facts

96. What is the tallest mountain in the world?
    • Mount Everest
97. How many continents are there?
    • 7
98. What is the largest desert in the world?
    • Antarctic Desert
99. Which country has the most islands?
    • Sweden
100. What is the smallest country in the world?
     • Vatican City

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