100 Easy General Knowledge Quiz Questions And Answers

Planning your next trivia night and looking for an easy General Knowledge quiz? You’ve come to the right place!

In this quiz, you will find 100 easy general knowledge questions and answers split into 10 rounds. We will start with some general knowledge trivia questions before moving on to multiple choice and true or false.

After that, you’ll find theme rounds including topics such as history, geography, sports and food.

Each question is worth one point however, there are a few bonus points to grab here so it’s important to keep an eye on those as it can make the difference.

It’s also important to note that this will be a great family quiz as the questions are fairly easy and can be answered by parents or kids in some cases.

Round 1: General Knowledge

Let’s warm up with this first round of simple quiz questions.

What is the second book of the Harry Potter series called?
What does DC stands for in Washington DC?
What is the UK version of the American TV game ‘Dancing with the stars’?
If you are eating a traditional poutine, which country are visiting?
Which artist painted the mural of The Last Supper in Milan?
Which city did Romulus and Remus famous founded?
During which month is the Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) celebrated in Mexico?
Which building was famously stormed on the 14th of July during the French Revolution?
What popular nickname is given to the Yeomen Warders at the Tower of London?
In which UK city is Coronation Street set?

Round 1: Answers

Here are the easy quiz questions and answers of the first round.

What is the second book of the Harry Potter series called? Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
What does DC stands for in Washington DC? District of Columbia
What is the UK version of the American TV game ‘Dancing with the stars’? Strictly Come Dancing
If you are eating a traditional poutine, which country are visiting? Canada
Which artist painted the mural of The Last Supper in Milan? Leonardo Da Vinci
Which city did Romulus and Remus famous founded? Rome
During which month is the Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) celebrated in Mexico? November
Which building was famously stormed on the 14th of July during the French Revolution? The Bastille
What popular nickname is given to the Yeomen Warders at the Tower of London? Beefeaters
In which UK city is Coronation Street set? Manchester

Round 2: General Knowledge Multiple Choice Questions

Which one of the following actors did not play James Bond?
1. Daniel Craig
2. Pierce Brosman
3. Colin Firth
4. Sean Connery
What is the boiling point temperature (water)?
1. 50 °C
2. 100 °C
3. 150 °C
4. 200 °C
Which fruit is associated with Isaac Newton?
1. Apple
2. Pear
3. Pineapple
4. Banana
Which one of the following scientists is known for his contributions to the science of evolution?
1. Marie Curie
2. Thomas Edison
3. Stephen Hawking
4. Charles Darwin
In which city did Diana, Princess of Wales, died?
1. London
2. Edinburgh
3. New York City
4. Paris
Arnold Schwarzenegger was the governor of which American state?
1. Florida
2. Texas
3. Montana
4. California
Which actor played Rocky?
1. Tony Burton
2. Sylvester Stallone
3. Harrison Ford
4. Jason Statham
Which building was not attacked on 9/11?
1. World Trade Center South Tower
2. World Trade Center North Tower
3. The Pentagon
4. Statue of Liberty
Which animal is not part of the Chinese zodiac?
1. Horse
2. Dog
3. Cat
4. Monkey
What is the capital city of Australia?
1. Sydney
2. Melbourne
3. Canberra
4. Brisbane

Round 2: Answers

Which one of the following actors did not play James Bond? Colin Firth
What is the boiling point temperature (water)? 100 °C
Which fruit is associated with Isaac Newton? Apple
Which one of the following scientists is known for his contributions to the science of evolution? Charles Darwin
In which city did Diana, Princess of Wales, died? Paris
Arnold Schwarzenegger was the governor of which American state? California
Which actor played Rocky? Sylvester Stallone
Which building was not attacked on 9/11? Statue of Liberty
Which animal is not part of the Chinese zodiac? Cat
What is the capital city of Australia? Canberra

Round 3: General Knowledge – True or False

Let’s change things up a bit. This common knowledge quiz round is made of 10 different ‘facts’. Some are true and others are false. You simply need to indicate whether you think it’s true or false.

Emmanuel Macron (French President) and Brigitte Macron have an age gap of 24 years.
ABC stands for American Broadcasting Corporation.
Mercury is the largest planet in the solar system.
Khloé Kardashian is married to Kanye West.
Kate Middleton is married to Prince William.
Antarctica is the southernmost continent.
Louis Pasteur invented the pasteurisation.
Nepal is in Asia.
Irn Bru is the most popular soft drink in Scotland.
English is the official language in Mexico.

Round 3: True or False Answers

Emmanuel Macron (French President) and Brigitte Macron have an age gap of 24 years. True.
ABC stands for American Broadcasting Corporation. False, it’s American Broadcasting Company
Mercury is the largest planet in the solar system. False, it’s the smallest
Khloé Kardashian is married to Kanye West. False, it’s Kim
Kate Middleton is married to Prince William. True
Antarctica is the southernmost continent. True
Louis Pasteur invented the pasteurisation. True
Nepal is in Asia. True
Irn Bru is the most popular soft drink in Scotland. True
English is the official language in Mexico. False, it’s Spanish.

Round 4: History

Who was defeated at the battle of Waterloo?
In which Polish city was the largest of the Nazi ghettos during World War II and the Holocaust?
During which century was the American Civil War?
How many days was Lady Jane Grey the queen of England for?
Which scientist led Los Alamos laboratory during the Manhattan Project?
What happened between 1914 and 1919?
Who was Barack Obama’s Vice President?
Which UK Prime Minister resigned after the Brexit Referendum?
Who gave the famous speech “I Have a Dream”?
Who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999?

Round 4: Answers

Who was defeated at the battle of Waterloo? Napoleon
In which Polish city was the largest of the Nazi ghettos during World War II and the Holocaust? Warsaw
During which century was the American Civil War? 19th
How many days was Lady Jane Grey the queen of England for? 9 days
Which scientist led Los Alamos laboratory during the Manhattan Project? J. Robert Oppenheimer
What happened between 1914 and 1919? World War 1
Who was Barack Obama’s Vice President? Joe Biden
Which UK Prime Minister resigned after the Brexit Referendum? David Cameron
Who gave the famous speech “I Have a Dream”? Martin Luther King Jr.
Who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999? Nelson Mandela

Round 5: Geography

In which country was Pablo Picasso born?
In which city can you find Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world (+1 bonus point for the country)?
Which landmark in South Dakota features the faces of 4 US presidents?
What is the capital of China?
What symbol can you see on the Canadian Flag?
In which city can you find the Acropolis (+1 bonus point for the country)?
Which country is Easter Island a part of?
Which colour is the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco?
In which country can you find the leaning tower of Pisa?
What is the capital city of Argentina?

Round 5: Answers

In which country was Pablo Picasso born? Spain
In which city can you find Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world (+1 bonus point for the country)? Dubai, UAE
Which landmark in South Dakota features the faces of 4 US presidents? Mount Rushmore
What is the capital of China? Beijing
What symbol can you see on the Canadian Flag? A Maple Leaf
In which city can you find the Acropolis (+1 bonus point for the country)? Athens, Greece
Which country is Easter Island a part of? Chile
Which colour is the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco? Red
In which country can you find the leaning tower of Pisa? Italy
What is the capital city of Argentina? Buenos Aires

Round 6: Sports

Which club does Paul Pogba play for?
Which sport is Tiger Woods known for?
Which country won the World Cup of Football in 2018?
Which sport is Emma Raducanu known for?
In ice hockey, what is used to score goals?
Which sport is Michael Phelps known for?
How many white balls are used to play snooker?
Which colour are traditional cricket balls?
How many players are there in a baseball team?
Which sport is Brian Boitano known for?

Round 6: Answers

Which club does Paul Pogba play for? Manchester United
Which sport is Tiger Woods known for? Golf
Which country won the World Cup of Football in 2018? France
Which sport is Emma Raducanu known for? Tennis
In ice hockey, what is used to score goals? A hockey puck
Which sport is Michael Phelps known for? Swimming
How many white balls are used to play snooker? One
Which colour are traditional cricket balls? Red
How many players are there in a baseball team? 9
Which sport is Brian Boitano known for? Figure Ice Skating

Round 7: Music

How many lines are on the Spotify logo?
“Smells Like Teen Spirit” is a famous song from which band?
“My Heart Will Go On” was the featured song of which famous movie?
Which band sang “Bohemian Rhapsody”?
Which song was remixed by Elton John and Dua Lipa?
“All my troubles seemed so far away, Now it looks as though they’re here to stay” are lyrics from which famous song? (1 point for the song, one for the band)
Jimmy Page and Robert Plant are members from which band?
“She played the fiddle in an Irish band, But she fell in love with an English man” are lyrics from which famous song? (1 point for the song, one for the artist)
Who was performing at Manchester Arena during the attacks of 2017?
Poker Face and Bad Romance are songs from which singer?

Round 7: Answers

How many lines are on the Spotify logo? Three
“Smells Like Teen Spirit” is a famous song from which band? Nirvana
“My Heart Will Go On” was the featured song of which famous movie? Titanic
Which band sang “Bohemian Rhapsody”? Queen
Which song was remixed by Elton John and Dua Lipa? Cold Heart
“All my troubles seemed so far away, Now it looks as though they’re here to stay” are lyrics from which famous song? (1 point for the song, one for the band) Yesterday, The Beatles
Jimmy Page and Robert Plant are members from which band? Led Zeppelin
“She played the fiddle in an Irish band, But she fell in love with an English man” are lyrics from which famous song? (1 point for the song, one for the artist) Galway Girl, Ed Sheeran
Who was performing at Manchester Arena during the attacks of 2017? Ariana Grande
Poker Face and Bad Romance are songs from which singer? Lady Gaga

Round 8: Movies

Which long-waited for movie directed by Greta Gerwig was released in July 2023?
Which Marvel superhero’s real name is Wade Wilson?
What type of creature is Olaf in ‘Frozen’?
During which decade was the first Top Gun released?
Which famous scientist did Cillian Murphy portray in a 2023 biopic?
Can you name at least one director who directed one of the Star Wars movies (1 point per director)?
In which 1972 movie can you see Al Pacino, Marlon Brando and Robert De Niro?
Who directed Kill Bill: Volume 1?
Who plays Jordan Belfort in the Wolf of Wall Street?
In Eat, Pray, Love, Elizabeth visits three countries (outside of the United States). Can you name them? (1 point per country).

Round 8: Answers

Which long-waited for movie directed by Greta Gerwig was released in July 2023? Barbie Movie
Which Marvel superhero’s real name is Wade Wilson? Deadpool
What type of creature is Olaf in ‘Frozen’? A snowman
During which decade was the first Top Gun released? 80s
Which famous scientist did Cillian Murphy portray in a 2023 biopic? Oppenheimer
Can you name at least one director who directed one of the Star Wars movies (1 point per director)? Irvin Kershner, J.J. Abrams, George Lucas, Rian Johnson, Richard Marquand
In which 1972 movie can you see Al Pacino, Marlon Brando and Robert De Niro? The Godfather
Who directed Kill Bill: Volume 1? Quentin Tarantino
Who plays Jordan Belfort in the Wolf of Wall Street? Leonardo DiCaprio
In Eat, Pray, Love, Elizabeth visits three countries (outside of the United States). Can you name them? (1 point per country). Italy, India, Indonesia

Round 9: TV

What was the name of Jennifer Aniston’s character in Friends?
Which colour is the “N” in the Netflix logo?
Which Scottish Queen can you see in “Reign”?
Don Draper is a character of which famous TV Show?
Who portrays Joey Potter in Dawson’s Creek?
Which character in How I met Your Mother is known for the tagline “Legend-wait for it-ary”?
Who does Meredith Grey marry in Grey’s Anatomy?
Who plays Emily in Emily in Paris?
In which TV Show can you see a teacher called Will Schuester?
In Desperate Housewives, who is having an affair with her gardener, John Rowland?

Round 9: Answers

What was the name of Jennifer Aniston’s character in Friends? Rachel Greene
Which colour is the “N” in the Netflix logo? Red
Which Scottish Queen can you see in “Reign”? Mary Queen of Scots
Don Draper is a character of which famous TV Show? Mad Men
Who portrays Joey Potter in Dawson’s Creek? Katie Holmes
Which character in How I met Your Mother is known for the tagline “Legend-wait for it-ary”? Barney Stinson
Who does Meredith Grey marry in Grey’s Anatomy? Dr Derek Shepherd
Who plays Emily in Emily in Paris? Lily Collins
In which TV Show can you see a teacher called Will Schuester? Glee
In Desperate Housewives, who is having an affair with her gardener, John Rowland? Gabrielle Solis

Round 10: Food

In which country would you eat Haggis, Neeps and Tatties?
Which nut is used to make Marzipan?
Which fruit is made to make wine?
What type of food does Cadbury produce?
Which colour are the biscuits of an Oreo?
What shape are Doritos?
Which soft drink is Manchester (England) known for?
Which herb is used to make pesto?
What is the main ingredient in a Borscht?
Which colour is associated with the chocolate brand Milka?

Round 10: Answers

In which country would you eat Haggis, Neeps and Tatties? Scotland
Which nut is used to make Marzipan? Almond
Which fruit is made to make wine? Grapes
What type of food does Cadbury produce? Chocolate
Which colour are the biscuits of an Oreo? Black
What shape are Doritos? Triangle
Which soft drink is Manchester (England) known for? Vimto
Which herb is used to make pesto? Basil
What is the main ingredient in a Borscht? Beetroot
Which colour is associated with the chocolate brand Milka? Purple

We hope you enjoyed our free general knowledge quiz. If you’d like to discover more quizzes, don’t hesitate to check out the other ones we have.

We put together new quiz questions with answers every week and you can find all sorts of themed trivia as well as the general knowledge quizzes.

So, How many points did you score in this ultimate General Knowledge Quiz?

Let us know your score 🙂

You may also be interested in:

Cookie	Duration	Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional	11 months	The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy	11 months	The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.

General Knowledge

100 Easy General Knowledge Quiz Questions and Answers