[Killing Time] A Collection of Fun Trivia Quizzes You'll Want to Share with Someone
Up for a fun way to pass the time? Try our trivia quiz and fun facts about the world! From beginner-friendly questions you may have heard before to advanced ones that will make you go, “Wait, it means that?”, this article has plenty to enjoy.
It might sound challenging, but each question is multiple choice with three options, so it’s great to play with kids too! Why not liven up family time or a party with lots of people by giving it a try?
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World Knowledge and Trivia Quiz Special (1–10)
What is the highest-altitude capital city in the world?
- Quito, Ecuador
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- La Paz, Bolivia
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La Paz, Bolivia
La Paz, Bolivia is known as the highest capital city in the world, at an altitude of about 3,650 meters. Surrounded by the majestic Andes, it features a unique landscape and culture. The elevation varies greatly between the urban center and surrounding areas, so public transportation such as cable cars is well developed. When you go out, be mindful of altitude sickness and enjoy the magnificent mountains and cityscape.
What is the longest river in the world?
- Amazon River
- the Nile River
- Yangtze River
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the Nile River
The Nile River runs through the African continent and is said to be about 6,650 kilometers long, making it the longest river in the world. It has been historically significant, having nurtured many civilizations, including ancient Egyptian civilization. In Arabic, “Nile” means “river,” and its simplicity evokes a sense of history.
What does “nugget” in chicken nuggets mean?
- Koban
- small rock
- gold bar
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gold bar
Interestingly, the word “nugget,” popular in fast food and lunch boxes, also means a lump of gold or metal. It’s said the meaning comes from their golden-fried look and shape, reminiscent of gold nuggets. Taken literally, “chicken nugget” would mean something like a “natural gold nugget.”
Why is a bullfighter’s cape red?
- Because it’s the color that excites bulls.
- Because it’s a color that excites people.
- So that bloodstains won’t stand out when there’s bleeding
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Because it’s a color that excites people.
In bullfighting, cattle can only distinguish colors like white and black, and they simply react to the danger signaled by the fluttering movement of the cape; in reality, the cape can be any color. They say a red cape is used because humans imagine the color of blood, which excites them and makes them more aggressive.
What was the “Mouth of Truth” in Rome originally?
- Wall decorations
- manhole
- shop sign
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manhole
The Mouth of Truth, a tourist attraction in Rome, Italy, and also a World Heritage site. It’s surprising to learn that the Mouth of Truth, which is 1.8 meters in diameter and weighs 1,300 kilograms, was actually a manhole, isn’t it? Just imagining such a huge manhole on the ground… it’s a bit scary.