Not Even Einstein Could Get 100% On This Knowledge Quiz
- by Ricky Bambuto
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- in Mind Twisters
Anyone looking to test their smarts is free to step right up. Here is a knowledge quiz that covers a number of fields, from history, art, literature, geography, science and more. As smart as Albert Einstein was, we have a strong suspicion that even he could would struggle to get 100% on this knowledge quiz. So who on Earth would think they can?!
The fruit of ultimate knowledge lies buried past the wall of this quiz. Any fateful challenger who can score 100% will find all the answers they've been pining for, and more importantly, they'll discover that those answers were within them all along. Conversely, anyone who scores a little less than 100% has nothing to be ashamed of, since they'll have given their best shot. However, those who don't score a passing grade here are encouraged to hit the books anew, and try their luck in another knowledge quiz on another day.
So, let's adjust those glasses all the way up to the brow, sharpen those pencils, then put them away, because this is an online quiz. We'll allow the spirit of Albert Einstein to flow through us, and hopefully he'll help us get a fantastic score in our run-through. Let's give this knowledge test everything we've got!
Where in the world is The Great Pyramid of Giza?
Since it's one of the most famous structures in the world, we doubt anyone needs help figuring out where The Great Pyramid of Giza is located. It's not in some ice fisher's backyard up in Alaska, or maybe it is. We're not sure if Alaska has the desert to sustain it. There's one place in the world that does, and it also happens to be filled with depthless history. This is definitely an easy one, so hopefully we can all get through it just fine.
Are electrons smaller than atoms?
Let's zoom into the building blocks of life, because this is a knowledge test after all. General, well-rounded knowledge requires some familiarity with the basic units that combine to make existence. Although it's hard to observe the respective sizes of electrons and atoms up close, we should all know a little bit about them. Is an electron smaller than an atom, or vice versa? There are tons of electrons and atoms around right now, so maybe we can ask them.
Which bird is used to send messages in the Harry Potter series?
Stepping through a portal and into J.K. Rowling's world of witchcraft and wizardry, there are endless tales to be spun. Most of these center around Harry Potter, The Boy Who Lived. We don't have room to go through all the magical details that make the story so nice, so instead we'll focus on one - carrier birds. There's a certain type of bird in the Harry Potter series that's quite adept at sending messages between witches and wizards. What bird might this be?
Are Tasmanian devils extinct?
Tasmanian devils don't usually appear on our end of the water, so we don't tend to see them. However, it may or may not be true that, somewhere in the world, Tasmanian devils roam free. Maybe that's happening right now, though it's also possible that the existence of Tasmanian devils is bound to the past. Some up to date knowledge of the animal kingdom is what's needed here, or a touch of luck. Are Tasmanian devils currently around, or is this species extinct?
What term refers to the fear of being enclosed in a small space?
This happens to be one of the most popular - and maybe even contagious - phobias around, so most quiz takers should be able to figure it out. Anyone who's been stuck in an enclosed space - like an elevator or wardrobe - for any amount of time has probably felt an inkling of this condition, though the extent would vary. Just thinking about this phobia makes us grateful that we inhabit the open tunnels of the internet. Choose the right term.
What kind of fish is Nemo?
Although Nemo ended up taking the ocean by storm in his feature animated movie, the species he happens to belong to is fairly nondescript. This type of fish is nowhere near the top of the food chain, nor does it try to be. Members of the species try their best to get along with other fish, and when they can spare it, they enjoy a good laugh or two. Take a good look at this funny fish, and try getting the question right.
Where in the world is the Taj Mahal?
Here is the Taj Mahal, in all its glory. People make the trip from around the world just to have a close up view of the picture we're looking at. As majestic as it looks in the picture, we imagine the effect is magnified tenfold in person. If we were standing in front of the Taj Mahal, taking in all of its glory, where in the world would we be? Just where is this building located, anyway?
True or false: the continents of the Earth have been in the exact same place for millions of years and will never move
Given the sheer volume of the land masses that make up our planet, it's easy to think that the globe has always looked the way it does, and it always will. However, let's put our assumptions aside for now, and instead rely on science to understand how the world works. Did the continents spring up suddenly a while back, and have remained in position throughout the history of the world? Or has their current placement always been a gradual process?
True or false: the Greek mythological figure Hades is the god of war
Let's bring our focus back - way back, and up towards Olympus. The gods of Greek mythology preside over this question, waiting to see if there's a fateful quiz taker who can get it right. Of course, the god of war is particularly keen to see what the result here will be - in fact, he might be ready to wage armageddon upon the virtual world if a certain quiz taker gets it wrong. Is Hades the name of this angry god?
What's the common term for sodium bicarbonate?
What might this white substance be? Given the lack of context shown here, we might be looking at any of these options. Really, though, what we see here is sodium bicarbonate, which is the fancy, chemical name for a product that many of us use in the kitchen everyday. Certain recipes call for it, and others don't. Here's a hint: it's most commonly used in baking. Let's see if anyone knows what the common name for sodium bicarbonate is.
What type of bird is this?
This isn't the most graceful bird, to say the least. However, what it lacks in grace it more than makes up for in sheer, frightful force. It's a big bird, to say the least, and it's known to scoop entire fish out of the ocean and gobble them up in one bite. We wouldn't catch a glimpse of these in any urban area, though. Usually, they enjoy lounging by and flying over the coast. So, what type of bird is this?
Judging by land area, what's the largest country in the world?
While every country in the world is unique in its own way, some countries are invariably bigger than others. The smallest country can be scaled in under an hour, while the largest would take weeks and months to walk across. Anyone who knows a little bit about global geography should be able to figure this one out - without relying on the help of a globe, of course. Let's figure out what the largest country in the world is (by land area).
Which essential vitamin is associated to sunlight exposure?
Going outside on a bright, sunny day always tends to feel good, for whatever assortment of strange reasons. Well, as it turns out, we've figured out what one of those reasons is - when human skin makes contact with bright sunlight and is exposed to it over a long period of time, a certain vitamin is absorbed through the skin, and that vitamin contributes greatly to the person's sense of well being. Just what might this vitamin be, we wonder?
Name this rock formation
If there's one rock formation in the world that everyone should know about, it's this one right here. As it turns out, everything about this assortment of rocks is a complete mystery - there are theories, of course, but no one really knows who arranged these huge rocks in this area, and what the pattern of arrangement might signify. Rather than solve the mystery of these rocks right here and now, let's just start by naming the rock formation first.
How many teeth does the average adult human have?
While there are plenty of things that make each human being unique, in most cases, we all have a similar amount of body parts. For instance, most people have one spine, one brain, ten fingers, ten toes, and a certain amount of teeth. What might that amount be? Well, we can't very well give the answer away, can we? Besides, figuring this one out is as easy as counting the teeth in one's own mouth. How many teeth are in there?
Thom Yorke is the singer of which famous band?
Thom Yorke is one of the most celebrated music makers across multiple generations. He and his band have gone through a number of changes, and we imagine their self-revolutionizing nature is still alive and strong. Granted, this singer's voice and his band's music aren't for everyone, but their fans tend to cherish them deeply. Any music buff worth their salt will definitely know which band Thom Yorke is a part of. Click the right button, or we'll call the karma police.
What type of animal is a lynx?
The animal kingdom is a vast realm, with countless types of species contained within it. Specifically, we're thinking about a lynx - we happen to know exactly what a lynx looks like, but a certain quiz taker might not. Lynxes are cool animals, for sure, though they might not be the type someone would want to have around the house. They might be small compared to some of the other wild beasts of their class, but make no mistake - lynxes are ferocious.
In which sport is the term "power play" used?
Being a general, well rounded trivia buff means knowing at least a little bit about the main sports of the world, and we're thinking of one of those main sports in particular. Granted, this sport is much more popular in some regions than in others, but its overall fan base stretches well into the millions. In this sport, once in a while, fans get the thrill of seeing a "power play" in action, which is quite a sight indeed. Which sport are we thinking about?
Which of the following cities is farthest to the North?
Let's reactivate the geographical mind for a moment, and turn on that inner compass while we're at it. We'll set our sights to true north, imagining all of the cities that lie between us and the North Pole. Take a look at the following cities, imagining them spread over a line that ends at true North. Turn the geography lever up to the max, and try picking the city that lies farthest to the north. It shouldn't be too hard.
What is the general name for a group of fish?
Sure, we can all simply refer to a group of fish as just that - a group of fish. But that would be throwing linguistic specificity out the window, and as civilized quiz makers and quiz takers, we can't very well do that. Many species of fish tend to travel in groups, though it isn't called a group exactly - not in the proper sense. Anyone who knows anything about the animal kingdom should know what the proper name for this group is.
Which of these is NOT a Beatles song?
The Beatles are responsible for making so many classic hits, it's easy for someone to believe that all the classic rock titles are under their catalogue. Of course, this point of view is quickly reversed when we consider just how many classic songs are out there. Needless to say, there's a ton and a half of them, and only a select portion comes from the Beatles. Out of the following options below, let's see if we can choose a song the Beatles didn't make.
Who wrote 1984?
1984 is a classic novel of English literature. It tells the story of total control and censorship, and how easy it is to become a slave to the system. It's a bit of a warning tale, written by a great 20th century author named... something or other. We're not censoring his name from the entry or anything - we're just playfully omitting it to leave some room for a challenging question. So, who's the famous writer behind this famous book?
What is Albert Einstein best known for?
Outside of the realm of science, Albert Einstein is more of a symbol for intelligence than anything else. Within the realm of science, though, he contributed a great many ideas that changed the way we look at the world. One of these ideas is in the options below, and it happens to be the theory he's best known for. While any scientist should know the answer to this one by heart, it doesn't take a scientist to get it right.
Name the currency used in Ireland
Let's direct our thoughts to the mystical land of Ireland, out in the United Kingdom. There are plenty of things to love about the country, though the type of currency it uses isn't usually its biggest talking point. Still, it's a talking point of this quiz, so it's important for quiz takers looking to ace this thing to know at least a little bit about Ireland's currency. Who knows just what sort of sheckles are exchanged in dear old Ireland?
Which country did the Aztecs originate from?
Although the heyday of the Aztecs has come and gone a long time ago, the influence of this ancient civilization is still seen in many aspects today. From its fabled rituals to its food and even its clothing, the archaic revival is bringing back Aztec culture in a big way, though hopefully the more gruesome bits get left behind. At any rate, one of the current countries of today played host to this civilization way back when - which country might that be?
Who painted this?
This painting came about in the 20th century as part of a movement that turned the art world on its head. For a long time, the societal perception of art looked like a lot of things, but it definitely didn't look like a glamorized, simplified close up of Marilyn Monroe, nor did it looks like a Coca Cola or Campbell's soup can. Despite that, it seemed like the artist of these pieces didn't have a care in the world for artistic customs.
What phenomenon of light is being demonstrated on the cover of Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon album?
Even after so many years since its initial release, everyone recognizes the famous cover of Dark Side of the Moon, arguably Pink Floyd's greatest album. Aside from the storm of songs that it contains, this album also has quite the iconic cover, and it looks something like the image shown here. While it's mainly just a nice piece of art, this image also doubles as an example of a certain phenomenon of light. Let's see if anyone can figure out which it is.
Who wrote Alice in Wonderland?
Alice in Wonderland is as timeless a tale as any. Despite it having been written countless moons ago, we still talk about this tall fable to this day - we even make big, blockbuster movies of its story, starring the one and only Johnny Depp. Although this story is still quite popular in modern conversation, less often do we refer to the name of the person who originally penned it. That's a shame, since he's clearly one of the greatest writers of all time.
Name this animal
Here's a strange mammal if ever we've seen one. Aside from its unique look, this animal comes with all sorts of surprises. For one, while most creatures of its class fall prey to snakes, this furry guy makes a point of hunting snakes out before they can get to him. That attribute alone is enough for it to stick out in mind, though we imagine that there's even more to this animal than meets the eye. What's it called, again?
Which side of the brain is creativity often associated with?
We're still very, very far from discovering exactly how the brain works, but at least we've made some progress in that regard. For example, we now know that several functions of the brain are split between two hemispheres - the left and the right. While each of its functions can't be neatly split into two categories, we can roughly say that one side of the brain is often associated with creative endeavors. Who can figure out which side it is?
True or false: one of the Lord of the Rings movies won Best Picture at the Oscars
The Lord of the Rings trilogy represents one of the greatest cinematic accomplishments of all time, and we say that as an objective fact. However, it's possible that the good people over all the Academy Awards held a different sort of opinion. Thinking back to the early 2000s, when Lord of the Rings was all the rage, it's easy to think that at least one of these epic movies won Best Picture at the Oscars - but was that the case?
In the periodic table, which element is symbolized by Ca?
Uh oh, it's about that time again - chemistry time. Let's recall that ol' fabled table - the periodic table of elements. Although it might have come off as a boring bit of homework to everyone first introduced to it, this simple table actually holds the keys to all the building blocks of life. Combined, these elements comprise our existence as a whole, and the symbol Ca plays an integral part in that formula. Which element does the symbol Ca refer to?
What's the capital of Indonesia?
For those of us on the other side of the world, it's hard to find room in the brain to fit any trivia tidbits regarding Indonesia. Most of us know that it's a country in Asia, but sadly, that's not enough information to get this question right. What we'll need here is a quiz taker who knows the exact capital of Indonesia. If this question seems hard, all we'll need to do is rely on the process of elimination to get it right - and hopefully that's enough.
Match this flag to its country
As far as flags go, we have to say that this is one of the coolest specimens out there. Rather than a symbolic shield, leaf or abstract pattern, this flag carries a dragon as its emblem - a dragon! There's only one country cool enough to pull off a stunt like that, and it's hiding amid the options below. Is there anyone out there who can match this wicked flag to its country? We're just about to find out for sure.
How many neurons is the human brain purported to have?
Let's venture deep into the human brain for this one, and don't mind the flashing lights as we make our way. These are neurons, and there's a whole lot of them in a single brain. Combined, these neurons function to propel us through life - we don't understand how the process works, but we trust it, mostly because we have no choice in the matter. All we can do is keep going, by the grace of our neurons. How many are up there?