Trivia nights have become a popular pastime for friends and families looking to unwind and have some fun. But trivia isn't just for younger adults; senior citizens can also enjoy the excitement of a good trivia game. Here, we've compiled some fun trivia questions and answers specifically for senior citizens, covering a wide range of topics to cater to their interests and intellect.
About Senior Trivia
Senior trivia is a great way for older adults to exercise their brains, keep their minds sharp, and engage in meaningful social interactions with others. Engaging in trivia activities has been shown to improve cognitive functioning, memory, and social interaction among seniors, making it a fantastic way to contribute to their overall well-being.
Senior Trivia Questions and Answers
1. General Knowledge
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Q: What is the capital of Italy?
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A: Rome
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Q: Who painted the famous artwork "The Starry Night"?
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A: Vincent van Gogh
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Q: Name the famous fictional detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
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A: Sherlock Holmes
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Q: Who was the lead singer of the band Queen?
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A: Freddie Mercury
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Q: What is the longest river in the world?
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A: The Nile
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Q: Which president resign in 1974 over the Watergate scandal?
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A: Richard Nixon
2. History
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Q: Which country hosted the 1960 Summer Olympics?
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A: Italy
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Q: In 1945, the United States dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
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A: United States
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Q: Who wrote the novel "1984"?
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A: George Orwell
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Q: What mountain did George Mallory want to climb?
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A: Mt. Everest
3. Science and Technology
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Q: What was the first commercial for TV dinners?
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A: Swanson
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Q: Who invented the telephone?
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A: Alexander Graham Bell
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Q: Who was the first person to walk on the moon?
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A: Neil Armstrong
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Q: What is the smallest country in the world?
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A: Vatican City
4. Sports
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Q: Which country is home to the Great Barrier Reef?
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A: Australia
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Q: What Olympic athlete set a record by winning 7 gold medals in 1972?
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A: Mark Spitz
5. Pop Culture and Entertainment
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Q: Which actor played the role of Norman Bates in the 1960 horror movie, "Psycho"?
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A: Anthony Perkins
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Q: Which famous actress married baseball player Joe DiMaggio in 1954?
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A: Marilyn Monroe
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Q: Which singer released the hit song "What's Love Got to Do with It" in the 1980s?
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A: Tina Turner
6. Geography and Environment
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Q: What is the name of the ocean that is the largest in the world?
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A: Pacific Ocean
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Q: Which mountain range contains Mount Everest?
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A: Himalayas
7. Trivia for Fun
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Q: What is a masterly stroke called?
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A: Force
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Q: What was the first name of the famous American singer known as the "Queen of Soul"?
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A: Aretha Franklin
