Channel Those Sheldon Smarts To Pass This Common Sense Quiz
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When it comes to fictional characters, no one is smarter than Sheldon Cooper. Played by Jim Parsons on the hit sitcom "The Big Bang Theory," Sheldon is the most popular character among fans by a landslide. His character even got a spinoff, which centers around the 9-year old brainiac in "Young Sheldon."
As far as academic degrees go, Sheldon is far from lacking. He's has a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, Master of Arts, Doctorate in Philosophy and Doctorate in Science. As if that wasn't enough, he works as a theoretical physicist at the California Institute of Technology. Let's just say, he knows more than the rest of us.
Common sense problems or trivia questions don't require much effort for Sheldon to answer. He knows the answer to everything. As the only character who's appeared in every episode of the show, we've witnessed his brains time and time again. If Sheldon had time, he'd probably be browsing the web acing all the quizzes he could get his hands on. But right now, he's too busy working on a government project along with Leonard and Howard. We'll just have to put our brains to the test and see if we're a fitting alternative to match wits with Sheldon Cooper. Good luck!
Which of the following months does winter take place in?
Sheldon would roll his eyes if he ever got this question. In order to get it correct, it requires some knowledge about the seasons. There are four seasons in every year: spring, summer, fall and winter. Within those four seasons, there's twelve months on a calendar. Every year, certain months fall (no pun intended within each of the four seasons. Summer has become known for being hotter, while winter is much colder. Which of the following months does winter take place in?
Does Great Britain celebrate the Fourth of July as a national day?
The significance behind July 4th, 1776, is that America declared its independence. It also signifies the beginning of the United States of America. Ever since, it's been a national holiday synonymous with barbecues, fireworks and all things American. Although the U.S. just started out as thirteen colonies in the beginning, the country eventually grew to have 50 states. Great Britain originally settled in America, though the Fourth of July represents America's split from the British Empire. Does Great Britain celebrate the Fourth of July as a national day?
Which one listed is the highest mountain on Earth?
The Earth is full of majestic geographical landmarks. Sheldon Cooper probably knows every single one of them. Some of the most astounding ones are mountains. Some of the highest mountains in the world are over 25,000 feet tall above sea level. Many people make trips to the highest peak of these mountains, even putting their lives at risk. Although there are many criteria that make up the tallest mountains, we're just looking for the highest one above sea level. Which one listed is the highest mountain on Earth?
How many apples are they left with?
After Jack and Jill went up the hill, they decided to go find some apples. So they traveled to the woods where there were some apple trees. While Jack held a basket, Jill picked apples. After an hour, Jill had picked twenty-three apples. They took a break and ate some of the apples. Jill ate one and a half apples while Jack ate four. They took a nap and when they woke up, Jill picked seventeen more. How many apples are they left with?
In Christianity, what is the name of God's son?
Raised in an evangelical Christian background, Sheldon Cooper would have no problem getting this answer. Even though he doesn't share the same beliefs as his super religious mom, it's pretty widely-known (even to non-religious types) the answer to this question. Christianity is the largest religion in the United States today. Christians believe that this person was the Son of God. He came and died on the cross in order to wipe away humanity's sins. In Christianity, what is the name of God's son?
Of all the horrible wars listed below, which one did the Treaty of Versailles bring an end to?
This one is easy for a historical buff (or Sheldon Cooper). He pretty much knows everything. The Treaty of Versailles, signed on June 28, 1919, ended an infamous war between the Allied Powers and German. The Allies were made up of France, England and Russia. The League of Nations, which preceded the United Nations today, put together this treaty in an effort to end the war. Of all the horrible wars listed below, which one did the Treaty of Versailles bring an end to?
What course of action should we take next?
Sometimes cars breakdown at the most inopportune times. While some people are expert mechanics, most people wouldn't know how to fix a car if it dies suddenly. Imagine we're on a highway alone as the car dies. For the sake of this scenario, let's say our phone is dead (or we don't have a phone). As the car comes to a halt, we wisely veer it off to the side of the road. What course of action should we take next?
How often does a leap year occur?
Every certain amount of years, we have a leap year. As a result, we add an extra day to the calendar. Every leap year that occurs, the day is always in February on the 29th. This is a Leap Day. Of course, our calendar coordinates with the Earth's orbit around the sun. There is, however, a quarter of a day missing every year in the calendar. That's what the Leap Day accounts for. How often does a leap year occur?
What is the best way to get rid of a skunk smell on the outside of a car?
One of the grossest animals are skunks. As a defense mechanism, they have the ability to spray a gross odor. It's not entirely uncommon for them to even go for a car. Whether it's the inside or outside, it can be a real pain in the neck trying to get the smell out. Skunk smells just don't go away overnight. They last a long time and can make virtually anything smell. What is the best way to get rid of a skunk smell on the outside of a car?
What is the answer to the following math problem: 12 x 3?
Math is a cinch for Sheldon Cooper. He doesn't even have to flex a muscle to solve math problems. At a young age, students learn these Math operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They are foundational for solving basic math problems. Although there's symbols to represent each of these operations, there are others that often substitute them. For example, the asterisk or "star" is used for one of these operations. What is the answer to the following math problem: 12 x 3?
What are young peacocks called?
One of the most vibrant birds on the planet are peacocks. What many observers are drawn to when they see one of these birds walking around are their huge tail feathers. What many don't realize is they're actually not born with their feathers. While peacocks are usually found walking on the ground, they do have the ability to fly. There are even peacocks with all white plumage. Thankfully, peacocks are glad not to live in medieval times when they were considered a delicacy. What are young peacocks called?
Which object below is the biggest?
In order to get the answer to this question, it requires one to imagine in their head the size of objects. Even if one has never seen some of these objects up close, there should be enough of a working knowledge to estimate how big they are in comparison to each other. Even though these things are all completely different from one another, they're all very big. Though their size is really relative compared to whatever object we want to size them up against. Which object below is the biggest?
What's the best course of action?
Sheldon Cooper knows all about this next issue. This day in age, there’s never been more scams on the internet than today. Phishing is a type of scam commonly used. These are usually emails intended to fool someone into sending their private or sensitive information. Usually the email will look like an ordinary one and will ask for information in a subtle way. Many times, there's usually only one small indicator that the email is a scam. What's the best course of action?
How many countries are in the world today?
Long ago, Earth was just one single continent. Over time, the continent broke up into the 7 we have today: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America and South America. Many count Europe and Asia as one continent though. Within each of these continents are countries. There's believed to be 2 million cities and towns in the world today. Of course, countries can also be divided down into states and territories (such as the 50 states in Americ. How many countries are in the world today?
What is the longest the human body can go without food?
Everyone knows they need food to survive. Who doesn't like eating anyways? But in a survival situation, maybe someone doesn't have access to food for some time. But the human body requires it in order to continue. Sometimes people go through fasts where they deprive themselves of food for a period of time. Usually it's for personal or religious reasons. But other times, people are stranded in the wilderness and don't have a way to eat. What is the longest the human body can go without food?
If a runner is in third place with the baton, and manages to dart ahead of second place, what place are they in?
Sheldon Cooper may not be an Olympic athlete. But he certainly knows everything there is to know about the Olympic Games. One of the summer events is the relay race. It's a race between several teams where one runner at a time holds a baton. Then, the baton is handed off from one person to the next on the team until they reach the finish line. If a runner is in third place with the baton, and manages to dart ahead of second place, what place are they in?
While we use there in sentences like, "I will look for it at home when I get there." What's the meaning of 'there'?
English grammar can be confusing. Unless we're Sheldon Cooper, it's going to take a second to think about how the rules work. For example, there's nothing more painstaking to sort out than the difference between There, Their and They're. Each one has a specific meaning for particular instances. Their is possessive and often refers to something that belongs to someone. They're is a contraction of they are. While we use there in sentences like, "I will look for it at home when I get there." What's the meaning of there?
What two different role numbers when added up are the least likely to occur?
When it comes to numbers, Sheldon is a pro. He likes dealing with statistics and probabilities. For this question, we'll use the example of a 6-sided dice. Let's say we have two dice. We can roll both the dice and come up with the numbers 3 and 3, which come out to 6. We can also get the number 6 by rolling a 4 and a 2. There's also a chance of getting a 6 if we roll a 5 and a 1. There are two numbers though that are the least likely to roll. What two different role numbers when added up are the least likely to occur?
What is the name of this kind of tool?
Sheldon knows the answer to this one. This next one has to do with tools. The following is a description of a tool and it's your job to to name which one it is. Used with one hand, this tool has a handle and a shaft. Used manually, the user rotates the handle either clockwise or counterclockwise. The end tip can come in several configurations, with Phillips-head and flat-head types being the most common. What is the name of this kind of tool?
What is the average age a person lives until?
Sheldon Cooper will probably find a way to download his brain to a computer and live forever. But for the rest of us, mortality is just something we'll have to deal with. Although the average lifespan varies across gender and race, we're just looking for a general number. Today, the life expectancy has never been better for humans (so that's good news). The age of a human's life expectancy today is listed below, as provided by the Social Security Administration. What is the average age a person lives until?
What are the two mammals that lay eggs?
Sheldon Cooper loves cats, so he's something of an animal lover. Plus, their mammals, so he wouldn't have a problem with this next question. As anyone knows that has a dog or a cat, mammals don't lay eggs. They actually bear their young and then give birth. When we think of animals laying eggs, birds and reptiles come to mind instead of mammals. There exists, however, two types of mammals that still lay eggs today. What are the two mammals that lay eggs?
What is the name of Batman's alter ego, the famous billionaire?
It's no secret Sheldon loves comic books and superheroes. He's always dressing up as his favorite heroes and wearing t-shirts with their logos. One of the most popular superheroes today is Batman, created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger. But Batman is like a lot of heroes, in that he has an alter ago. This is in order to keep his identity a secret from the general populace. What is the name of Batman's alter ego, the famous billionaire?
How many karats are in pure unalloyed gold?
When it comes to elements like gold, Sheldon Cooper is on it. Sheldon would be the first to say how elementary trivia can be. Finding out the number of karats in something valuable can be a little tricky. According to Scientific American, a karat is 1/24 of gold by weight. Not to be confused with carat, another measurement altogether, America uses the initial "k." Otherwise, the rest of the world spells the word with a "c." How many karats are in pure unalloyed gold?
There's a box without hinges, a lock or even a key, and gold that lies within.
Sheldon may not be a huge fan of riddles. But he could still get this without even trying. As with most riddles, it can be tricky at first. But give it some thought, and the answer will appear rather obvious. Here's the riddle: there's a box without hinges, a lock or even a key. There is, however, gold that lies within. The options are provided below, but only the best answer will work. What is the object in this riddle?
Regarding computer processing, how many numbers are there in binary?
Sheldon Cooper could answer this question in his sleep. Binary is a mathematical numbering system used for receiving and processing computer data. The smallest data is called a bit. Every single bit is made up of a number value that's either 0 or 1. Binary code is data read and interpreted by computers. It's essentially a digital code that computers are able to decode in order to process data. Regarding computer processing, how many numbers are there in binary?
If someone's clothes were to catch on fire, what should they do?
Even if Sheldon Cooper is a little bit of a wussy, he'd know what to do in this situation. This next question actually deals with fire safety. There are three things that can cause fires: natural disasters, accidents or an arsonist. From any of these scenarios, a person can catch on fire if they get too close. Usually it's their clothes that catch the fire, which can be hazardous. If someone's clothes were to catch on fire, what should they do?
His cellphone rings. What should the driver do next in order to be safe?
Cell phones have become a part of our daily lives whether we like it or not. Even if we don't own one, most other people do. There's no escaping this new digital age we all live in. In light of this change, some settings have to adapt to phone use. As an example, some schools don't allow cell phone use in the classroom. Many times, while we're driving, the phone may sound with an incoming call or text message. What should the driver do next in order to be safe?
Of the following animals listed, which one doesn't belong in The Lion King?
Sheldon Cooper is up to date on all things pop culture, even Disney movies from the 90s. The Lion King is one of Disney's most popular films from this time. Loosely based on the plot of Shakespeare's play "Hamlet," the story is set in Africa. Simba, a lion, loses his father to an evil uncle named Scar who wants the throne. As a result of being exiled, Simba teams up with a meerkat and warthog to retake the throne. Of the following animals listed, which one doesn't belong in The Lion King?
In a case where someone is affected by poison ivy, what is the best course of action?
Poison ivy is one of those recurring jokes that seems to come up in movies or TV shows. Characters are out in the woods hiking and they happen upon the plant. Everyone knows that poison ivy makes our skin develop painful rashes. Many people don't even know what to do if they get poison ivy. Since poison ivy must make contact with the skin, it makes limbs susceptible to the bothersome plant. In a case where someone is affected by poison ivy, what is the best course of action?
Of the following options listed below, what is the best preventative measure to avoid the common cold?
Today, the common cold is one of the most prevalent ailments affecting humans. It tends to mostly come during the winter time but is year-round. The common cold is characterized by a runny or stuffy nose, cough, sore throat and other symptoms. It's best to avoid the cold altogether through preventative measures. Although there's a lot of recommended ways to avoid the cold, there do exist some proven methods. Of the following options listed below, what is the best preventative measure to avoid the common cold?
How do we breathe when skydiving in a free-fall?
Some people are thrill seekers. They're the ones screaming with joy whenever they ride a roller coaster. For those who are really into thrills, they go skydiving. For some, it's exhilarating to free-fall from as high as 14,000 feet. There are some precautions one must take though in deciding to jump out of a plane. One thing that many people don't think about is the fact that they have to breathe. How do we breathe when skydiving in a free-fall?
Of the following objects listed below, which one is the smallest one?
Sheldon would have no problem with this question. He's an expert when it comes to looking under the microscope. This one requires some basic knowledge and a lot of imagination. But it may not come easy to answer right away since many of us haven't interacted personally with these things listed below. Some of these objects listed aren't even visible to the naked eye. Of the following objects listed below, which one is the smallest one?
What is the longest one can go without water?
The human body requires water in order to survive. Although the body can go for much longer without food, water is essential for the human body. Not only is the body made up of 60% water, but every cell needs water to function. Also, water acts as a lubricant for parts in our bodies. It also controls our temperature through sweating. It also works in the waste department (without going into too many details). What is the longest one can go without water?
If someone were forced to cross a river that was full of piranhas, what is the best way of doing it?
Although there's a lot of scary fish in the sea, some of the scariest are piranhas. They have pretty big teeth and even pack a wallop in every bite. Unfortunately, humans are on piranhas' diet. They also stick together, so there's always bound to be a lot of them in one area. Though they stick together more out of safety. If someone were forced to cross a river that was full of piranhas, what is the best way of doing it?
How many are in a baker's dozen?
A term believed to have come from the Medieval era, "baker's dozen" is still a common term today. Apparently, English bakers would throw in an extra loaf when selling bread to reach the legal weight. If they had done a true dozen, the law would've punished them if the scale's weight came in too short. In the end, it's hard to know where exactly it came from. Though this simple story seems to explain where the term comes from. How many are in a baker's dozen?