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Daily Trivia

How the Colosseum receive its name?

on Oct 24, 2025

The Colosseum received its name not for its size, but for a colossal statue of Nero that stood close by, placed there after the destruction of his palace.

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Does going to an elite school automatically make you a preppie?

Daily Trivia / October 24, 2025

It is worth noting that a school's eliteness or cost does not necessarily mean that is a preppy college. Preppy culture idealizes athleticism and sociability. The culture also emphasizes deference to tradition and ritual ...Read More

Is there someplace where you can see real pink elephants?

Daily Trivia / October 23, 2025

In regions of India where the soil is red, elephants take on a permanent pink tinge because they regularly spray dust over their bodies to protect themselves against insects.

Where did the amethyst get its name?

Daily Trivia / October 23, 2025

The amethyst gets its name from the Greek amethystos, which means "remedy for drunkeness."

When is a state not a state?

Daily Trivia / October 22, 2025

The names of some cities in the United States are the names of other U.S. states. These include Nevada in Missouri, California Maryland, Louisiana in Missouri, Oregon in Wisconsin, Kansas in Oklahoma, Wyoming in Ohio, ...Read More

What did President Hoover do with his salary?

Daily Trivia / October 22, 2025

During his entire 47 years in government, Herbert Hoover turned over each of his Federal salary checks to charity. He had become independently wealthy before entering politics.