Gonzaga, Creighton, Iona? Where are these NCAA tourney teams located, anyway? A (surprisingly hard!) quiz
A general view as the Miami Hurricanes face the Wichita State Shockers in an NCAA men's basketball tournament game. The NCAA men’s basketball tournament starts later this week. Your next steps might include taking a deeper look at your favorite team’s chances, listening to the latest sports talk radio or filling out a bracket for your virtual office pool. In case you’ve ever looked at one of those brackets and wondered, “Where the heck is that school even located?” We have just the quiz for you. We’re grilling you on some of the more obscure teams.
Can we guess if you’re Gen Z or a millennial, based on these 11 random questions?
There have been some fighting words thrown between millennials and Gen Z-ers these past few weeks -- from the way the women part our hair to the kinds of jeans we wear. Sure, a lot of this so-called “fighting” has all been in good fun, and it’s just happening on social media; there’s no official battlefield, it’s just something to giggle about. Still, we wanted to know: How do our readers and viewers identify? Did you realize this emoji (😂) has been weaponized? Take our silly little quiz and let’s see where you fall.
11 (hard!) trivia questions for your socially distanced Super Bowl party
A view of Raymond James Stadium, where Super Bowl LV will be held. It will be the record 10th Super Bowl appearance for the 43-year-old Brady in his remarkable career. In honor of Brady, here are 12 trivia questions and answers to be enjoyed at your socially distanced Super Bowl party. 5. Who is the last non-quarterback Super Bowl MVP? 6. Who is the only Super Bowl MVP from a losing team?
What romantic city should you spend your Valentine’s Day in?
Just imagine -- you won the big lottery just a few days before Valentine’s Day and you and your partner want to take a trip of a lifetime. Where do you go? (We can pretend there’s NOT a pandemic going on, if that helps get your imagination going!) We’ve assembled a nice and easy quiz to help you determine which romantic city you should spend your Valentine’s Day in -- maybe not this year, but it might be fun to add an idea to the bucket list, right?
Quiz: Who should you root for this weekend, the Buccaneers or the Chiefs?
Tom Brady, at left, and Patrick Mahomes, the quarterbacks of, respectively, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Is your favorite NFL team playing in the big game this weekend? Only two teams make it this far -- so even if your answer is NO, we can help you decide. Maybe you’d make a perfect Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan. You’re a Kansas City Chiefs person after all!
Quiz: How much do you know about heart health?
How familiar are you with proper heart health? February is American Heart Month, a time when all people can focus on their cardiovascular health. What better time to learn about your health, improve your health or work toward becoming your best self? It could start with this quiz, below. Test your heart health knowledge today.
More than 100 years after his birth, Jackie Robinson’s impact is still in the air
Sunday, or Jan. 31, is a historic date for the world of sports, and American society in general, as it marked 102 years since the birth of Jackie Robinson. While Robinson only lived for 53 years, until his death in 1972, the level of his impact will continue to be felt for generations to come. In 1947, Robinson became the first Black baseball player to play in the Major Leagues in the modern era when he suited up for the Brooklyn Dodgers, an event that paved the way for inclusion of black people in all sports. But while Robinson is mainly remembered for his bravery in breaking the color barrier in baseball, and withstanding criticism from others while doing it, he also was a veteran, a businessman and an advocate for civil rights. In honor of Robinson’s birthday, test your knowledge of his life – and maybe find out more about him – with this quiz.
How well do you remember 2020? A national news quiz
President Donald Trump holds a copy of The Washington Post as he speaks in the East Room of the White House, one day after the U.S. Senate acquitted on two articles of impeachment. After five months of congressional hearings and investigations about Trump’s dealings with Ukraine, the U.S. Senate formally acquitted him of charges. From COVID to murder hornets to canceled events and some shocking celebrity deaths, how well were you paying attention this year? For others, maybe it felt better to take a little break and come up for air. Take our little quiz below, and be sure to drop your score in the comments.
Stands were empty, but trophy cases weren’t: Can you ace this 2020 sports quiz?
The Los Angeles Lakers celebrate with the trophy after winning the 2020 NBA Championship Final over the Miami Heat in Game Six of the 2020 NBA Finals. As was the case with just about every facet of life in 2020, sports experienced a year like no other due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And defeating a COVID test instead of an opponent was the most important victory for athletes. So, what do you remember about what sports produced for the country in 2020? Test your knowledge, and reflect on 2020 in the world of sports by taking the quiz below.
What is ... the life of Alex Trebek? A quiz
Alex Trebek never pretended to have all the answers, but the “Jeopardy!” host became an inspiration and provided solace to Americans who otherwise are at odds with each other. He commanded his turf — the quiz show’s stage — but refused to overshadow its brainy contestants. And when he faced the challenge of pancreatic cancer, which claimed his life Sunday at age 80, he was honest, optimistic and graceful. Trebek died at his Los Angeles home, surrounded by family and friends, “Jeopardy!” studio Sony said. We thought we’d put together a little quiz to test your knowledge -- in “Jeopardy!” format, of course.
Monday Night Football’s 50th anniversary: Take this quiz and relive history of famed telecast
Monday marks a significant anniversary for an iconic television program, as “Monday Night Football” will air again exactly 50 years to the day of its first broadcast. The game took place in Cleveland, where the host Browns ultimately beat the New York Jets, 31-21. To view a short video of that broadcast and game on YouTube, click or tap here. From there, “Monday Night Football” took off, becoming the signature broadcast for football fans. From country music star Hank Williams, Jr. singing his famous intro, “All My Rowdy Friends Are Here on Monday Night” to some of the best moments in NFL history, “Monday Night Football” has been an institution for many.
To the moon and back: Take this quiz on celebrities, groups with ‘moon’ in their names
Monday marks National Moon Day, but of course, the day isn’t really about famous people, bands or items that have “moon” in their names. (Still, that didn’t stop us from creating this quiz!) National Moon Day is all about the first moon landing, which took place 51 years ago on this day and saw Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin become the first humans to ever step foot on the moon. But instead of coming up with a quiz about the various geological features of the moon or astronautical engineering, we thought it would be more fun to come up with a little test on people, artists or general items in entertainment and pop culture that are loosely tied to the word “moon.”Hopefully, you can achieve a score that is out of this world.
Ringing in No. 80 for Ringo: Celebrate the 80th birthday of iconic Beatles member with this quiz
There is an iconic musician who’s celebrating a big birthday on Tuesday, and Ringo is his name-O. R-I-N-G-O is turning 8-0! R-I-N-G-O is turning 8-0! Excuse the mild spoof on the famous nursery rhyme, “Bingo,” but it’s a good way to describe a big day for a member of arguably the world’s most iconic band. Ringo Starr turns 80 on Tuesday, and what better way to celebrate his life and achievements than by trying your hand at this quiz about the former drummer for “The Beatles,” and solo artist.
How prepared are you for a massive power outage? Take this quiz and find out
Hurricane season is upon us. And really, as is the case with any major storm, winds and heavy rainfall have the power to create some pretty massive power outages. Are you, or would you, consider yourself stocked up at home, in the event of an emergency? Take the quiz below to find out. All of the checklist items are listed on ready.gov as what you’ll need in your basic disaster supplies kit, as well as some additional emergency supplies that the website recommended.
Is quarantine bringing back old board game memories? Test your knowledge of timeless classics
In the midst of all the stay-at-home orders that have caused people to have too much free time, it’s a good bet that some families have blown the dust off old board games stashed away in a cabinet somewhere. For those already into board games, it’s just been more of an opportunity to play them -- and to see who can win a best-of-seven battle in Chutes and Ladders or be the best settler in Catan. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, families are turning to board games for entertainment and some fun, both rehashing old memories and perfecting skills. But how much do enthusiasts out there really know about board games? Check out the quiz below to learn some fun facts and see if you can be as good at answering these questions as you are at getting all the pieces of the pie in Trivial Pursuit, or amassing triple-word scores in Scrabble.
A quarantine quiz: How much have you been embracing this strange time in our lives?
But as the coronavirus pandemic continues sweeping the globe, we can’t be the only ones who have found ourselves doing a few out-of-the-ordinary routines and practices. Or conducting virtual happy hours or pulling out that Amazon Kindle from four Christmases ago. We’ll look back on this time someday and it’ll be a strange, beautiful thing we shared: all this “alone, together” business. So with that said, check all the boxes that correspond with activities you’ve done recently. Did you check more boxes than you imagined, or perhaps not as many as you thought you would?
Earn your badge with this quiz on famous police TV shows, movies
First of all, thank you. Thank you to all the brave law enforcement personnel that sacrifice their lives each day to protect us, and here’s hoping you get proper recognition on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. But second of all, in honor of the day, let’s have some fun. Television and movies have depicted law enforcement for decades with classic shows and films, and in light of that, here’s a quiz to test your knowledge on some of those famous productions about cops and detectives. Try not to be too handcuffed (pun intended) by the questions.
Quiz: Should you root for the Chiefs or the 49ers this weekend?
Do you have a horse in the race for the big game this weekend? Maybe you’d make a perfect San Francisco 49ers fan. Or maybe you’ve never known what team deserves your allegiance -- and now it’ll all make sense. You’re a Kansas City Chiefs person after all! Take our (highly scientific) quiz below to find out.
Quiz: Were you listening? Can you name 2019’s top music?
Music makes the world go round. Regardless of whether you were a fan of 2019′s most popular tunes, there’s no doubt they got some serious play on radios and devices everywhere. Take our best music of 2019 quiz to see how you were keeping track. Were you listening this year? We’d love to hear how you did in the comment section below.
Are you smarter than a 6th-grader? Take this quiz to find out
Has your kid ever brought their homework to you and all you could do was look it at with a blank stare, wondering, "Um, what the heck is this jibberish?" Sheena Jordan, who has taught the sixth grade, filled in some gaps, because lets face it, our brains have been cluttered with some other stuff since then. Do you think you remember the basics from sixth grade? Take our quiz to find out how you compare to a sixth-grader, educationally. Did you think the quiz would be that hard?
Oscars 2019: Pick your winners!
Awards season is in full swing as the nominations for the 91st annual Academy Awards have been announced. Nominations for best picture, actor, actress and more were announced Tuesday. What or who do you think will win? Do you think anyone or any film was snubbed this year? MOBILE USERS: Click here to view article.
2018 Oscars: Pick your winners!
"And the Oscar goes to..."The nominations for the 90th annual Academy Awards have been announced with awards season is in full swing. Fantasy drama film "The Shape of Water" received 13 nominations. Nominations for best picture, actor, actress and more were announced Tuesday, but what or who do you think will win? The Oscars air March 4 with host Jimmy Kimmel. MOBILE APP USERS: Tap here to view article.