Vintage Trivia from the 1930s Including Military Trivia Book 3

By robert nerbovig

Welcome to "Vintage Trivia from the 1930s" Book 3. Step back in time and immerse yourself in a collection of 900 intriguing questions and answers compiled during an era of discovery and curiosity. In this compendium, we unearth the hidden gems of knowledge that captivated the minds of trivia enthusiasts of the past. Join us as we embark on a journey through the diverse realms of history, science, arts, and more, offering you a delightful challenge and a window into the intellectual pursuits of a bygone era.

Historical Enigmas

Delve into the annals of history as we explore the mysteries, triumphs, and curiosities of past civilizations. From ancient wonders to epic battles, immerse yourself in the captivating world of human heritage.

Scientific Marvels

Unlock the secrets of the natural world as we journey through the realms of science. From groundbreaking discoveries to fundamental principles, uncover the wonders of physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy that once fascinated the scientific community.

Art and Culture Odyssey

Indulge in the artistic achievements and cultural milestones that defined the spirit of the 1930s. Traverse through the realms of literature, music, cinema, and visual arts to explore the works of renowned artists, influential movements, and masterpieces that shaped the cultural landscape.

Geographical Quest

Embark on a global expedition as we traverse continents, countries, and diverse landscapes. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, challenge your knowledge of the world's geography and explore the wonders that have captured human imagination for centuries.

Curious Creatures

Uncover the peculiarities and diversity of the animal kingdom. Dive into the depths of the oceans, soar through the skies, and wander the vast wilderness as we encounter fascinating creatures and their extraordinary adaptations.

Luminaries and Legends

Meet the visionaries, trailblazers, and iconic figures who left an indelible mark on history. From inventors and explorers to philosophers and politicians, get acquainted with the personalities who shaped our world.

 

Welcome to the world of military trivia! The military trivia section is a collection of interesting and often surprising facts about The Korean Conflict, Vietnam, Desert Storm,, Iraq, and Afghanistan, From the history of weapons and warfare to the biographies of famous generals and soldiers, this section has something for everyone.

Whether you're a history buff, a military enthusiast, or just someone who loves trivia, you're sure to find something to enjoy in this section. So, sit back, relax, and learn a thing or two about the world of war.

• Language: English
• Publisher: robert nerbovig
• Release date: Jul 16, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223708360

robert nerbovig

About Robert Nerbovig: I have been married for 59 years to my wife Pat. I am a former active duty Marine as are my 2 sons. We live in the mountains of Arizona. I have been programming computers for business since 1970 and designing and developing web pages since 1996. I am familiar with computer viruses and the havoc they wreak. I am the 26th great great grandson of King Olaf of Norway.(Saint Olaf)

Book preview

Vintage Trivia Chapter 1

Q1. What is benzol?

A1. A hydrocarbon liquid obtained from coal tar and used as cleaner and solvent.

Q2. Where in the Bible is exemption from war service ordered for a newly married man?

A2. Deuteronomy 24:5.

Q3. What is the right bank of a river?

A3. The one on the right side of a person facing downstream.

Q4. Who wrote When sorrows come, they come not single spies, but in battalions?

A4. Shakespeare; Hamlet, Act 4; Scene 5.

Q5. Who was the first governor of the Hudson's Bay Company?

A5. Prince Rupert, cousin of King Charles II.

Q6. By what name are illegibly or improperly addressed letters known to post-office mail sorters?

A6. Nixies.

Q7. Russ toxic is what?

A7. Poison Ivy.

Q8. What is a printer's bodkin?

A8. A sharp-pointed instrument picking type from a form in correcting.

Q9. When did the United States Supreme Court assume the right to pass upon the constitutionality of an act of Congress?

A9. In 1803 Chief Justice Marshall so ruled in the case of Marbury vs. Madison.

Q10. Where and when was the first post office established in Canada?

A10. At Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1755.

Q11. Nulli secundus means what?

A11. Second to none.

Q12. What was the maiden name of Martha Washington before she married Daniel Park Custis, her first husband?

A12. Martha Dandridge.

Q13. Has the weight of the human brain anything to do with the intelligence of the individual?

A13. No. The brain of Cuvier (1769-1832, founder of the science of comparative anatomy) weighed sixty-four ounces. That of Gambetta (1838-82, the great French statesman) weighed only thirty ounces.

Q14. Which is the longest navigable river in Canada?

A14. The Yukon River; the first obstruction to navigation occurs 1,866 miles from its mouth.

Q15. Who named Australia?

A15. Captain Matthew Flinders, who discovered its southern coast in 1802 and was the first to circumnavigate the continent in 1803.

Q16. What men were elected to the United States Presidency after losing previous contests for that office?

A16. Andrew Jackson—defeated 1824; elected 1828 and 1832. Grover Cleveland—elected 1884; defeated 1888 and elected 1892.

Q17. Who wrote My strength is as the strength of ten, because my heart is pure?

A17. Tennyson, in Sir Galahad.

Q18. What man once owned all Canada?

A18. Sir William Alexander, who in 1621 received it as a gift and grant from King James I.

Q19. What is the total length of the five Great lakes?

A19. 1,297 miles, according to the Lake Survey Office of the United States War Department.

Q20. Hypochondriasis is what?

A20. A general nervous derangement characterized by slight mental alienation on the subject of the patient’s own health.

Q21. How is the word femme pronounced?

A21. Fam; it is French for woman.

Q22. Usufruct means what?

A22. The right to use and enjoy the profits of an estate, or other thing, belonging to another without impairing the substance.

Q23. Is New Year's Day celebrated as a holiday by all the states?

A23. Yes, and also by all territories and colonial possessions of the United States.

Q24. Who was the first woman in Canada officially permitted to practice medicine?

A24. Dr. Emily Howard Stowe, 1831-1903. Although she graduated in 1867, she was not admitted to the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons and given official right to practice until 1880.

Q25. Where is the lake still known by its original Indian name of Chaugoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaug?

A25. At Webster, Massachusetts.

Q26. An etiquette is what?

A26. A ticket, or label, on a suit of clothes.

Q27. What is the difference between a disciple and an apostle?

A27. A disciple is one who believes the teachings of another—as a disciple of Christ. An apostle was one chosen by Christ and sent forth by Him to teach.

Q28. When did the first Canadian troops leave Canada for the World War?

A28. On October 3, 1914.

Q29. How big an ingot would one ton of 1,000 fine gold make?

A29. 14.1 cubic inches.

Q30. What is tree cloth?

A30. Small willows, twenty to thirty feet long, woven closely together and used in bank-revetment work along the Mississippi River.

Q31. What are the young of a dog and other carnivores called?

A31. Whelps.

Q32. What is the principal grain - dealing exchange in North America?

A32. The Board of Trade, Chicago.

Q33. How many national parks are there in Canada?

A33. Fifteen scenic, recreational, and historic parks and five animal parks and reserves.

Q34. What state has no street cars?

A34. Wyoming.

Q35. Mogigraphia is what?

A35. Writer’s cramp.

Q36. Who wrote God works in a mysterious way His wonders to perform?

A36. William Cowper, the English poet, in a hymn.

Q37. Who invented the process for extracting kerosene from shale and cannel coal?

A37. Abraham Gesner, 1797-1864, of Cornwallis, Nova Scotia.

Q38. How are vacancies on the United States Supreme Court bench filled?

A38. By Presidential appointment, with the advice and consent of the Senate.

Q39. Who said A prophet is not written without honor, save in his own country, and in his own house?

A39. Jesus; see Matthew 13:57.

Q40. What is pinchbeck?

A40. An alloy of copper, zinc, and tin forming a cheap imitation of gold. Named after Christopher Pinchbeck, a London watchmaker.

Q41. For what is Runnymede known?

A41. The Magna Carta was signed there June 15, 1215.

Q42. How many red stripes are there in the United States flag?

A42. Seven.

Q43. Who founded the colony of Georgia?

A43. General James Edward Oglethorpe.

Q44. Who was the composer of the Stars and Stripes Forever?

A44. John Philip Sousa.

Q45. When and by whom was the cornerstone of the national Capital laid?

A45. By George Washington, September 18, 1793.

Q46. What is an ibex?

A46. A large horned goat of Europe and Asia.

Q47. Who was the twin brother of Romulus?

A47. Remus.

Q48. Where are the Falkland Islands?

A48. East of southern Argentina in the south Atlantic.

Q49. Who was the Mad Hatter?

A49. A character in Alice in Wonderland.

Q50. What is an abattoir?

A50. A public slaughterhouse.

Q51. What is the name of the Mohammedan scriptures?

A51. The Koran.

Q52. What, Where, and when was the first woman's college established in the United States?

A52. Moravian Seminary and College for Women, at Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, founded 1742.

Q53. Who was Ottmar Mergenthaler?

A53. Inventor of the type-setting machine.

Q54. Who wrote An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations?

A54. Adam Smith.

Q55. Where and in what year was the Young Men’s, Association organized in the United States and Canada?

A55. In Boston and Montreal in 1851.

Q56. When was the first baseball club organized?

A56. The Knickerbocker Club in 1845.

Q57. Where is the Garden of the Gods?

A57. Near Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Q58. When was the pine-tree flag used by United States vessels?

A58. By the colonists’ naval vessels in 1776.

Q59. What is a rhea?

A59. The South American ostrich.

Q60. Who was called the Virgin Queen?

A60. Elizabeth of England.

Q61. What is the highest point in the United States east of the Rockies?

A61. Mount Mitchell, North Carolina, 6,711 feet high.

Q62. Which is the largest lake in Europe?

A62. Lake Ladoga in Russia and Finland, 7,000 square miles.

Q63. What is meant by corpulency?

A63. Excessive fatness.

Q64. What does the term a la mode mean?

A64. In the fashion.

Q65. What does alar mean?

A65. Like, pertaining to, or having wings.

Q66. The word simony means what?

A66. Traffic in sacred things.

Q67. What is a synonym for the word taboo?

A67. Forbidden.

Q68. Who originated the term survival of the fittest?

A68. Herbert Spencer, in First Principles.

Q69. Which city in the United States is called the Hub of the Universe?

A69. Boston, from a quotation in Oliver Wendell Holmes Autocrat of the Breakfast Table.

Q70. Who invented the reaping machine?

A70. Cyrus Hall McCormick.

Q71. For whom was Fort Sumter named?

A71. General Thomas Sumter of Revolutionary fame.

Q72. Which country was the first to grant women the vote?

A72. New Zealand, in 1893.

Q73. Who owned the famous Shamrock series of yachts?

A73. Sir Thomas Lipton.

Q74. Whence do we get the word slogan?

A74. From sluagh-ghairm, Gaelic for battle cry.

Q75. What part of the world is termed the Levant?

A75. The eastern shores of the Mediterranean, western Greece to western Egypt.

Q76. By what name was Africa known to the ancients?

A76. Libya.

Q77. Who was Petroleum V. Nasby?

A77. David Ross Locke, American humorist.

Q78. Who was the author of Gulliver's Travels?

A78. Dean Jonathan Swift.

Q79. What is a pfennig?

A79. A German small copper coin, value one quarter cent.

Q80. Which city is the capital of India?

A80. Delhi.

Q81. How did St. Nicholas