50 Unique Trivia Questions and Answers That Anyone Can Play
We can find trivia in many forms - it may be on a gameshow, in a social media quiz, or even just in questions and answers at the end of an online article. While to some, trivia may be considered trivial (see what we did there?), it can change us for the better.
Trivia helps us know more about the world. It also gives us the opportunity to test our knowledge and learn new things. And, trivia can help us make friends and socialize with others who share our interests.
But, creating trivia questions for your team can be challenging. There are many factors that you need to consider, such as the difficulty of the question, the number of players, and whether it is a team vs. individual game.
This post will guide you through creating interesting and uncommon trivia questions, the factors to consider, and examples of the trivia questions and answers you can use for your next session.
We’ll walk through:
Finding a trivia game to play
Recruiting players for your trivia session
Deciding on your rounds and the points to be earned
Selecting the right trivia themes
Setting and finding a list of unique trivia questions
50 trivia question-and-answer examples you can use
Using Bar None Games to host a virtual trivia night
How to play trivia - planning and factors to consider
Playing trivia is a great way to spend your time. It helps you learn new things, and it can be really fun! When playing, it's important to plan your themes, questions, players, and have an understanding of the rules of the game before you start.
Find a trivia game to play
There are many trivia game options to choose from, so you should find one that suits your needs best. Some trivia games will have a time limit, while others are played with a set number of rounds. Some have a single-player mode, while others can be played by teams. There are also games that are specifically for children and adults.
Recruit players
The key to recruiting players for your trivia game is to have a good understanding of the audience and what they are looking for. You should also be able to provide a compelling pitch that will get them interested in playing, regardless of whether they are family, friends, or co-workers. One of the best ways to get your team to join your trivia session is by making it a friendly competition. You can set up a competition with prizes like “dinner for two” or a food delivery voucher. You can also create teams and motivate them with team-building exercises before the event.
Settle on the number of rounds and points for each session
Deciding how many rounds you want to play and how many points each round will be worth is important for making the game run smoothly. Here are some factors to consider when deciding how many rounds you want your game to be:
How long do you want your game to last?
Will this game act as a warm-up for another activity?
Do you want your players to have time to strategize, or will they just be playing on instinct?
Get your themes ready
In order to create a successful trivia game, the most important thing is to choose the right trivia themes. There are many ways to select a theme for your trivia questions, but the most important thing is to pick a theme that will be interesting for your players. You should also consider the type of audience you are targeting and what trivia questions you want to ask. Examples of popular themes include general knowledge, sports, pop culture and celebrities, and geography.
Create your trivia questions
There are many ways that you can create trivia questions. You can ask participants for ideas on or use Bar None Games (we have hundreds of rounds of trivia!). When creating trivia questions, it’s important to keep them fairly simple and easy to understand. You want people to answer them without having to think too hard about it or getting disappointed by difficult questions.
Unique trivia questions and answers
Once you understand the steps leading to excellent trivia questions, it’s time to put your knowledge to work. Here, we have gathered some of the best and most unique trivia questions and answers that you can use as inspiration.
Fun unique trivia questions and answers
A lot of people enjoy a good laugh, and some people enjoy a good laugh so much that they will do anything to get their hands on the funniest trivia that they can. Fortunately here are funny trivia questions and answers to keep you excited.
What is the smallest bone in the human body? (The stapes)
What country has a unicorn as part of its national emblem? (Scotland)
What is the weirdest thing to win the Nobel prize? (Liquid cats)
Approximately how many languages are written from right to left? (12 languages)
The Night Watch was the nickname of which famous painter’s work? (Rembrandt)
Which two languages have the most words? (English and Russian)
Which two countries have never missed the Olympics? (Britain and Greece)
In which state is there a 5-hour cap on all bingo games? (North Carolina)
Food and drink trivia questions
Something that everyone loves? Food and drink. There are so many question possibilities about the different types of foods that we consume on a daily basis. This section will provide you with some interesting facts about the world around us when it comes to food and drinks.
What is the national dish of Hungary? (Goulash)
What is the difference between a milkshake and a frappuccino? A milkshake is made of milk, ice cream, and syrup or fruit. A frappuccino has coffee, ice cream, syrup or fruit, chocolate sauce or powder.
Which fast-food chain is credited with having the most locations available worldwide? (Subway)
Which fast-food franchise is credited with creating the very first, modern drive-thru window? (Wendy’s)
July 13th is a day dedicated to which fast food favorite in the USA? (French Fries)
What is the oldest soft drink brand in America? (Dr. Pepper)
Which fruit is used to flavor the liqueur, Southern Comfort? (Peach)
Which spirit is known to be made from fermented rice? (Sake)
What’s the largest selling vodka brand in the world? (Smirnoff)
Other than butter, what is the main ingredient in buttercream frosting? (Powdered sugar)
Which cake is known as the oldest cake in existence? (Linzer Torte)
What was the name of the eleven-year-old boy that created popsicles? (Frank Epperson)
Soda mixed with ice cream creates which dessert? (A float)
What year did the first Taco Bell open? (1962)
What is the most common food allergen? (Nuts)
Which president brought macaroni and cheese to America? (Thomas Jefferson)
What is the best selling flavor of soup in the UK? (Tomato)
In which country was ice cream invented? (China)
What is the most popular food in the world? (Pizza)
What nickname is a person with a particular interest in food called? (A foodie)
Guinness World Records trivia questions and answers
Guinness World Records was first published on September 13th, 1955, and ever since then has been a household name. Playing Guinness World Records trivia with your team, friends, or family is a great way to break the ice and get to know one another better. You can also have some friendly competition and see who knows the most about world records.
Which year did the first Guinness World Records book get published? (1955)
What is the largest animal on Earth? The average full-grown blue whale (balaenoptera musculus) is the world's largest mammal and the largest animal overall.
Roughly how many people send applications to the Guinness World Records each year? (50,000)
How short is the world’s shortest woman? The shortest living, mobile woman is Jyoti Amge (India, born 16 Dec 1993), who measures 62.8 cm (24.7 in).
How many records does the man with the most records, Ashrita Furman, hold? (200)
Which river is the world's longest river? (The Nile)
Which year did President Obama make it into the book for reaching 1 million twitter followers in the least amount of time? (2015)
How many languages is the Guinness World Records published in? (23)
How many records does the book itself hold? (1)
Who is the longest-reigning monarch of all time? The longest-reigning monarch ever goes to King Louis XIV, who ruled France for 72 years 110 days (May 14, 1643 - September 1, 1715).
What's the confirmed height of the world's tallest dog? (44 inches)
What's the longest time that a male human has ever held his breath? (24 minutes)
German soccer fan Christian Kinner set a record for yelling the word "goal," which is screamed in celebration when a team scores. How long did Kinner yell the word before catching his breath? (43.56 seconds)
What's the record for the greatest number of fingers and toes on a single person? (28)
How big was the largest baby ever born? (22 pounds)
What was the fastest land speed ever achieved by a car? (763 mph)
Pop culture trivia questions and answers
What was Superman’s birth name? (Kal-El)
What was the name of Ross Gellar’s pet monkey on Friends? (Marcel)
What is Lady Gaga’s real name? (Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta)
How many grandchildren does Kris Jenner have? (Ten)
Who is the godmother of Miley Cyrus? (Dolly Parton)
Who is Justin Bieber’s famous father-in-law? (Stephen Baldwin)
Use Bar None Games to host a virtual trivia night
Trivia games are a great way to get people connecting and having fun. Plus, they’re perfect for any group and ability level. At Bar None Games, we’ve got some easy ways to make your next trivia night interactive and exciting.