World Trivia

Test your knowledge of world trivia.

Points available: 10

1:

In what month did ancient Egyptians celebrate the New Year?

  • A) October
  • B) February
  • C) June
  • D) April
2:

People from which ancient civilization used relay runners to communicate across distances?

  • A) Peru
  • B) Brazil
  • C) India
  • D) Egypt
3:

Which U.S. state has the longest coastline?

  • A) Hawaii
  • B) Florida
  • C) Alaska
  • D) California
4:

In what country did Pythagoras learn the Pythagorean theory?

  • A) Egypt
  • B) Greece
  • C) Italy
  • D) India
5:

In which country does the world's tallest structure reside?

  • A) Russia
  • B) Poland
  • C) United States
  • D) Australia
6:

Which country is the third most populated?

  • A) United States
  • B) China
  • C) England
  • D) Canada
7:

What is the most common last name in the world?

  • A) Jones
  • B) Garcia
  • C) Smith
  • D) Mohammed
8:

In Peru, what is liquid gum?

  • A) lotion
  • B) glue
  • C) soft soap
  • D) soda
9:

Which country requires every citizen to have access to a bomb shelter?

  • A) France
  • B) Germany
  • C) Switzerland
  • D) Japan
10:

What color signifies mourning in Turkey?

  • A) Purple
  • B) Red
  • C) White
  • D) Black