Stimulate your intellectual curiosity! Fascinating trivia quizzes that you’ll want to share with others
Trivia, which tests knowledge across a wide range of fields, is often used as a quiz theme.
In this article, we’ll introduce trivia quizzes that teach useful tips and practical knowledge you can use in everyday life.
Since many of them are applicable to daily living, you’ll pick up all kinds of knowledge while answering these three-choice quizzes.
They’re great for groups—like at school or work—or for tackling solo at your own pace.
Memorize handy trivia you can use right away and have fun trying the quizzes!
Stimulate your intellectual curiosity! Useful trivia quizzes that you’ll want to share with someone (1–10)
What’s the difference between the ‘Matsu’, ‘Take’, and ‘Ume’ options for unajū?NEW!
- amount of eel
- Size of eel
- quality of eel
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amount of eel
The difference between the “Matsu,” “Take,” and “Ume” levels of unajū basically comes down to the amount of eel used. The price difference purely reflects the volume of eel served over the rice, and surprisingly, not the quality of the eel. Choose the rank that best suits your appetite and budget for the day.
What foods should not be given to dogs and cats?NEW!
- bread
- chocolate
- cucumber
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chocolate
The reason you must not give chocolate to dogs or cats is the component called theobromine found in cacao. Humans can break down and excrete this substance, but dogs and cats metabolize it very slowly, so it can accumulate in their bodies and potentially cause poisoning symptoms.
What is something that humans don’t have a sense of taste for?
- sweetness
- spiciness
- metallic taste
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spiciness
There are five basic human tastes: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami. Spiciness is not a taste but a type of pain sensation, perceived when pain sensors on the tongue are activated. Metallic taste is not a basic taste, but it is a distinctive flavor perceived, for example, when metal touches the mouth, and it is sometimes considered within the scope of taste. Therefore, it is correct that “spiciness” is not included among human tastes.
How many years of your life do you spend sleeping?
- About 12 years
- About 24 years
- about 33 years
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About 24 years
Assuming an average lifespan of roughly 80 years and 8 hours of sleep per day, you spend about one-third of your life sleeping. That amounts to about 24 years. Therefore, you could say you sleep for around 24 years over the course of a lifetime.
When is the expiration date for the ice cream?
- There is no best-before date.
- 3 months from the manufacturing date
- 18 months from the date of manufacture
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There is no best-before date.
Ice cream has no best-before date. However, this is a guideline assuming the ice cream is stored properly at -18°C or below. Since it can vary depending on the best-before date printed on the package and the storage conditions after opening, it is important to follow the package instructions.
Which seats on the bus are less likely to cause motion sickness?
- front seat
- a seat in the back
- Seat near the central axle
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Seat near the central axle
In general, the area around the bus’s axle—especially the middle seats—is considered the least prone to motion, making motion sickness less likely. Seats at the front or back tend to feel more swaying, which can increase the likelihood of getting sick. Sitting near the central axle helps reduce movement and increases the chance of preventing motion sickness.
What is the number where doctors or nurses will give you advice when you’re unsure whether to call an ambulance?
- #7119
- #119
- #911
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#7119
The phone number for emergency medical consultation in Japan is #7119. When you call this number, doctors and nurses can provide health-related advice and help you decide whether an ambulance is necessary. Meanwhile, #119 is Japan’s emergency number for ambulances and fire services, and #911 is the emergency number in the United States and in some other countries.