August Trivia

It's the last stretch of summer, and what better way to celebrate than with some August Trivia! From historical events to fun holidays, there's plenty to learn about this month.

Did you know that August was named after a Roman emperor? Or that it's National Peach Month?

In this article, we'll explore some lesser-known facts about August that will have you ready for your end-of-summer trivia night.

So, grab a cold drink, find some shade, and let's dive into the dog days of August!

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August Trivia Questions and Answers

1. Which month has the longest name
Answer: November

2. Which two signs of the zodiac fall within the month of August
Answer: Leo and Virgo.

3. What is the birthstone for August
Answer: Peridot

4. In which year did the first episode of "The Simpsons" air
Answer: 1989

5. Which U.S. state is known as the Lone Star State
Answer: Texas

6. What is the capital of Canada
Answer: Ottawa

7. Who wrote the novel To Kill a Mockingbird
Answer: Harper Lee

8. Which river runs through Paris, France
Answer: Seine

9. Who painted the famous artwork The Persistence of Memory
Answer: Salvador Dali

10. Which country gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States
Answer: France

11. Which planet in our solar system is the hottest
Answer: Venus

12. Who was the first person to set foot on the moon
Answer: Neil Armstrong

13. Which famous landmark is located in Egypt
Answer: Great Pyramid of Giza

14. Who is the author of the Harry Potter book series
Answer: J.K. Rowling

15. What is the name of the famous ship that sank on its maiden voyage in 1912
Answer: Titanic

16. Which U.S. state is known as the Sunshine State
Answer: Florida

17. Who was the first president of the United States
Answer: George Washington

18. What is the smallest country in the world by land area
Answer: Vatican City

19. Which country is known for the Great Barrier Reef
Answer: Australia

20. Who painted the famous artwork The Starry Night
Answer: Vincent van Gogh

21. Which famous playwright wrote the tragedy Romeo and Juliet
Answer: William Shakespeare

22. What is the name of the highest mountain in Africa
Answer: Mount Kilimanjaro

23. Who is the founder of Microsoft
Answer: Bill Gates

24. What is the national animal of Canada
Answer: The beaver

25. Who painted the famous artwork Mona Lisa
Answer: Leonardo da Vinci

26. Which U.S. state is known as the Empire State
Answer: New York

27. What is the largest continent in the world
Answer: Asia

28. Who wrote the famous novel The Catcher in the Rye
Answer: J.D. Salinger

29. Which country gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States
Answer: France

30. Who is the current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 2022
Answer: Rishi Sunak

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I am Nick, one of the co-founder and admin of Trivia Plane, a fun website dedicated to trivia quizzes and getting to know you questions. With a lifelong passion for learning new things and connecting with others, we created Trivia Plane in 2023 as a place for people to challenge their knowledge, discover fascinating facts, and bond over lighthearted questions. As the admin, I am committed to making Trivia Plane a positive, welcoming, and entertaining space for trivia buffs and anyone looking to take a break from the seriousness of life with some friendly competition.

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