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(#5592189) Re: Third April Fools Quiz
Posted by jroyster on 1 Apr 2024 at 7:45PM
Good catch Jools!
(#5592187) Re: Third April Fools Quiz
Posted by Jools on 1 Apr 2024 at 7:01PM
Are you sure the first one is 1950?
1980 seems more appropriate
(#5592165) Third April Fools Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 1 Apr 2024 at 5:48PM
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(unknown photo) A few more April Fools trivia questions.

    • In April 1950 the BBC announced that the "?????????" would transition into a digital clock.
    • What is the next year that Easter and April Fools share the same day?
    • In France, April 1 is called

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(#5591218) Second April Fools Day Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 29 Mar 2024 at 2:48PM
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(unknown photo) Here are some famous April Fool Pranks.

    • In 1878, a defunct tabloid, the New York Graphic, fooled its readers into believing that "?????????" invented a food machine that could turn soil into cereal and water into wine, which it accomplished with a convincing ad spot.
    • In 1992, NPR confused American voters when the public radio station’s "Talk of the Nation" show ran a fake segment that "?????????" was running for president with a third-term loophole.
    • In 1996, "???????" pranked Americans with a fake ad announcing the restaurant had purchased the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia and renamed it the "Taco Liberty Bell" to help with the national debt.

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(#5591197) Easter Quizzes
Posted by TerryS on 29 Mar 2024 at 2:27PM

Easter Quiz Closed

(#5590628) The Third Easter Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 27 Mar 2024 at 2:39PM
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(unknown photo) How about some Egg-stra trivia questions.

    • When was Cadbury founded?
    • The Sunday before Easter is called what?
    • Buying what for Easter is said to bring good luck for the rest of the year?

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(#5590551) First April Fools Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 27 Mar 2024 at 9:27AM
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(unknown photo) Time for some foolish trivia.

    • The ancient Romans had a holiday called ??? This is when they played jokes on each other.
    • In Scotland April Fools lasts how many days?
    • April Fools jokes should stop at what time? After this it's considered bad luck.

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(#5590308) The Second Easter Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 26 Mar 2024 at 10:55AM
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(unknown photo) Are you Egg-cited for some more Easter Trivia?

    • While the Easter Bunny brings children eggs in the U.S., what sort of critter delivers the goods in Westphalia, Germany?
    • In Switzerland, what animal delivers Easter eggs to kids?
    • Easter Island is part of which country?

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(#5589577) The First Easter Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 23 Mar 2024 at 2:16PM
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(unknown photo) The Easter Bunny is just around the corner. Let's jump into some trivia.

    • Easter always falls between which two dates?
    • The first Easter eggs were dyed what color?
    • The world record largest chocolate Easter egg was made in what city?

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(#5588524) The third St. Patrick's Day quiz
Posted by TerryS on 19 Mar 2024 at 11:54AM
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How about some belated St Patrick's Day Trivia.

    • St. Paddy’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17, which is the anniversary of what?
    • Since 1992, what Japanese city has put on its own St. Patrick’s Day parade?
    • What iconic structure turns green to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in England?

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(#5587755) The second St. Patrick's Day Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 16 Mar 2024 at 2:40PM

Here is the second quiz questions.


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Let's not stop here. More trivia to come.

    • What mythological being is a part of St. Patrick's Day lore and Irish culture?
    • Where was the first St. Patrick’s Day parade in Ireland held in 1903?
    • Where is the home of the biggest Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in South America?

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(#5587729) Re: The first St Patrick's Day Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 16 Mar 2024 at 12:06PM

Quiz One Closed

(#5586830) The first St Patrick's Day Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 12 Mar 2024 at 6:04PM
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(unknown photo) Time to celebrate the Green. It is St Paddy day time.

    • The first-ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade in 1762 didn’t take place in Ireland as you might have thought. Where did it take place?
    • Each year in Chicago since 1962, the Plumber Union dyes what Kelly green?
    • To celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in Ireland, Dublin hosts a huge festival that lasts how many days?

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(#5586511) Re: 3rd Mothering Quiz
Posted by hoot on 11 Mar 2024 at 1:31PM

This contest is now closed!

(#5586190) 3rd Mothering Quiz
Posted by hoot on 10 Mar 2024 at 5:37AM
1. What kind of Cake is traditionally baked on Mother's Day in the U.K.?


2. Which Taylor Swift song was written as a tribute to her Mother?


3. Which U.S. President is quoted as saying All that I am, or ever will be, I owe to my Angel Mother.

Do not answer on this board, Please PM your answers to me!

(#5586184) Re: 2nd Mothering Day Quiz
Posted by hoot on 10 Mar 2024 at 5:18AM

This Contest is now closed!

(#5585696) 2nd Mothering Day Quiz
Posted by hoot on 8 Mar 2024 at 5:00AM
1, When is Mothering Sunday?


2. Which Country does not have an official Mother's Day?

3. During which Month does Mother's Day take place in the U.K.?
(#5585693) Re: First Mothering Quiz for Token
Posted by hoot on 8 Mar 2024 at 4:38AM
Yes it was and several players have won a token. Be sure and check in every day. Smiling
(#5585614) Re: First Mothering Quiz for Token
Posted by bookfox on 7 Mar 2024 at 6:28PM
Was the quiz even open for 24 hours? That does not seem like enough time for everyone to participate.
(#5585452) Re: First Mothering Quiz for Token
Posted by hoot on 7 Mar 2024 at 4:42AM

This contest is now closed! Thank you to all that entered.

(#5585195) First Mothering Quiz for Token
Posted by hoot on 6 Mar 2024 at 4:37AM

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1. Which U.S. President officially issued a proclamation to establish Mother's Day?


2. What is the most popular gift purchased for Mother's Day?


3. Which was the first Country to dedicate one Day just for Mother's Day?
(#5577479) The third Valentines Day Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 6 Feb 2024 at 5:14PM
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(unknown photo) Well its time for some good ol random Valentines Day trivia.

    • William Shakespeare mentions Valentine's Day in which of his plays?
    • What insanely popular website debuted on Valentine's Day in 2005?
    • In what country is Valentine's Day known as "Friend's Day?"

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(#5576555) The second Valentines Day Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 3 Feb 2024 at 11:30AM
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(unknown photo) We all have a sweet tooth. How about some candy trivia.

    • Sweethearts production was temporarily suspended in which year?
    • What Valentine's Day candy was first created on equipment made for lozenges?
    • Who invented the first Valentine's Day candy box?

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(#5575488) The First Valentines Day Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 30 Jan 2024 at 11:24AM
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(unknown photo) Cupid is on his way. He has some good trivia coming your way.

    • Cupid has what name in Greek mythology?
    • In Roman mythology, Cupid is the son of whom?
    • In Roman mythology, with whom does Cupid fall in love?

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(#5574529) The Third Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 26 Jan 2024 at 11:10AM
Here is the third Chinese New Year Quiz.

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(unknown photo) Well three times a charm. So here are some more trivia questions.

    • What is used to scare away evil spirits during Chinese New Year?
    • How many animals are in the Chinese zodiac?
    • Which animal is not a part of the Chinese zodiac?

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(#5573759) The Second Chinese New Year Quiz v.2
Posted by TerryS on 23 Jan 2024 at 11:29AM

Let's try this again. I don't even think I understood the last attempt.


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(unknown photo) Let's keep the trivia train going. Here are a few more.

    • What type of calendar does the date of the Chinese New Year follow?
    • On which day do many people have to start returning to work during Chinese New Year?
    • What is the main color for decorations and clothing during the Chinese New Year?

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(#5573726) Re: The Second Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by Susie on 23 Jan 2024 at 9:11AM
I was really confused.
(#5573667) Re: The Second Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by heyblue32 on 22 Jan 2024 at 9:33PM
was i close???
(#5573644) Re: The Second Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by laura lee on 22 Jan 2024 at 7:31PM
Crying I already answered
(#5573637) Re: The Second Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 22 Jan 2024 at 6:42PM
I’m going to cancel this quiz. I will be submitting a new one.
(#5573551) The Second Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 22 Jan 2024 at 11:08AM
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(unknown photo) So some certain dates during this time have special meaning. What might they be?

    • Feb. 2 or 3, 2024 ????
    • Feb. 3, 2024 ???
    • Feb. 2–8, 2024 ????

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(#5573548) Re: The First Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 22 Jan 2024 at 10:57AM
Quiz One Closed
(#5572150) The First Chinese New Year Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 17 Jan 2024 at 12:57PM
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(unknown photo) Time to kick off some Chinese New Year Trivia.

    • Chinese New Year is also known as the ????
    • Chinese New Year ranges from January 21st to ???
    • It is a day of fighting off ????

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(#5568888) The Third New Year’s Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 6 Jan 2024 at 4:31PM
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(unknown photo) I guess you could say the Year is still New. So a few more trivia questions are in order.

    • Who is credited with writing the poem "Auld Lang Syne?"
    • In Scottish traditions, who do you kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve?
    • The Dutch believe eating what on New Year's Day will bring good luck?

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(#5566903) The Second New Years Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 31 Dec 2023 at 2:50PM
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(unknown photo) Some trivia about the famous Times Square.

    • How many versions of the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball have there been to date?
    • How much did the first Times Square New Year's Eve Ball weigh?
    • What metal replaced iron in the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball?

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(#5565564) The First New Years Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 27 Dec 2023 at 1:56PM
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(unknown photo)Time for some New Years Fun Facts.

    • The confetti dropped in Times Square has secret ??
    • In Denmark they throw ?? at the front door to welcome good fortune.
    • The first Times Square New Year's party was thrown for a ??

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(#5563446) Third and final Christmas Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 20 Dec 2023 at 3:43PM

Here is the third Christmas Quiz.


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(unknown photo)How about some good ol Christmas Trivia.

    • How many ghosts show up in A Christmas Carol?
    • In Home Alone, where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
    • According to the song, what did my true love give to me on the eighth day of Christmas?

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(#5563435) Re: The Second Christmas Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 20 Dec 2023 at 3:31PM
Second Quiz Question Closed
(#5561997) The Second Christmas Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 15 Dec 2023 at 5:35PM

Here is the second Christmas Quiz


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(unknown photo)Time for some Santa Claus facts and figures.

    • In what year did the US govt issue Santa Claus a pilots license?
    • In what year did Mr and Mrs Claus receive Canadian Passports?
    • Santa has how many reindeer?

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(#5561950) Re: The first 2023 Christmas Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 15 Dec 2023 at 1:18PM
Quiz One Closed
(#5559381) The first 2023 Christmas Quiz
Posted by TerryS on 7 Dec 2023 at 3:45PM
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(unknown photo)Let's enjoy some trivia about our friend Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer.

    • What is the name of the deer that Rudolph befriends at the reindeer games?
    • How did Donner, Rudolph's father, try to hide Rudolph's nose?
    • What does the Misfit Elf want to be instead of a Santa Elf?

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(#5555526) Re: The third Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by fatdaddy on 25 Nov 2023 at 5:06PM
I must have been sicker than I realized. I know better than to do this.
I apologise.
(#5554261) Re: The third Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by monkeytyper on 20 Nov 2023 at 10:34PM
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(#5554257) The third Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by fatdaddy on 20 Nov 2023 at 10:19PM
1) The Speedwell.
2) Leiden in Holland, Netherlands
3) It was begun in 1955 and finished in 1956.
(#5554102) Time for the third and final Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by TerryS on 20 Nov 2023 at 1:40PM
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(unknown photo)How about some fun facts about the brave Pilgrims and the Mayflower.(unknown photo)

    • There was supposed to be a sister ship to the Mayflower, what was the name of this ship?
    • Where did the Pilgrims try to live before coming to America?
    • A replica of the Mayflower was built in what year, and can be seen at the Pilgrim Memorial State Park.

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(#5553013) The Second Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by TerryS on 15 Nov 2023 at 4:16PM
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(unknown photo)What about our fine feathered friends, the Turkey. Some interesting facts.(unknown photo)

    • A Turkeys droppings can determine whether they are?
    • What species of Turkey is found on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico?
    • What are baby Turkeys called?

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(#5551946) Re: The First Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by TerryS on 11 Nov 2023 at 1:34PM
Thank you 😀
(#5551412) Re: The First Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by jroyster on 9 Nov 2023 at 4:24PM
Thank you so much for doing these quizzes, they're a lot of fun, and interesting!
(#5551402) The First Thanksgiving Quiz.
Posted by TerryS on 9 Nov 2023 at 3:54PM
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Well, it's time to cinch up the belt. Thanksgiving is upon us. Here is the first quiz.


(unknown photo)Time for some historical Thanksgiving facts.(unknown photo)

    • The first Thanksgiving was in what year?
    • What Native American Tribe celebrated Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
    • The first official proclamation of a national Thanksgiving holiday didn’t come until what year?

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(#5548126) The third Halloween quiz
Posted by TerryS on 29 Oct 2023 at 5:24PM
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PumpkinCan you state some interesting statistics for Halloween 2023?.Bat

    • What is the most popular costume among American children?
    • What percentage of consumers will purchase their halloween items online and shipped to their homes?
    • How much will be spent on candy this year?

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