May Trivia

Spring is in full bloom, and it's time for some May Trivia! From the history of Mother's Day to fun facts about flowers, there's plenty to learn about this month.

Did you know that the month of May is considered a month of new beginnings and is associated with celebrations such as May Day and Mother's Day, and National Hamburger Month?

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

So, grab a picnic blanket, some lemonade, and let's soak up the sunshine with some May trivia!

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May Trivia Questions and Answers

1. What is the birthstone for May
Answer: Emerald

2. In which month does May Day occur
Answer: May

3. In which city is the Kentucky Derby horse race held each year on the first Saturday in May
Answer: Louisville

4. What is the name of the famous Mexican holiday that is celebrated on May 5th
Answer: Cinco de Mayo

5. What is the name of the famous American singer born on May 16th, known for hits such as "Like a Virgin" and "Material Girl"
Answer: Madonna

6. Which US President was born on May 29th, 1917
Answer: John F. Kennedy

7. Which zodiac signs are associated with the month of May
Answer: Taurus (April 20th to May 20th) and Gemini (May 21st to June 20th)

8. What is the name of the famous Kentucky Fried Chicken founder born on September 9th, 1890
Answer: Colonel Harland Sanders

9. What is the name of the famous actress and singer born on May 20th, 1927, known for her role in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes"
Answer: Marilyn Monroe

10. Which flower is associated with May
Answer: Lily of the Valley

11. In what year did the Empire State Building officially open in New York City on May 1st
Answer: 1931

12. Which famous artist, born on May 28th, 1907, is known for his surrealist paintings such as "The Persistence of Memory"
Answer: Salvador Dali

13. In which country is Mother's Day celebrated on the second Sunday in May
Answer: United States

14. What is the name of the famous composer born on May 7th, 1840, known for his famous classical piece "The Ride of the Valkyries"
Answer: Richard Wagner

15. Which famous basketball player was born on May 15th, 1968, and is known for his six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls
Answer: Michael Jordan

16. What is the name of the famous actor born on May 3rd, 1933, known for his roles in "Spartacus" and "Paths of Glory"
Answer: Kirk Douglas

17. What is the name of the famous American dancer and actor born on May 3rd, 1903, known for his roles in musical films such as "Singin' in the Rain"
Answer: Fred Astaire

18. What is the name of the famous Star Wars movie franchise that was first released on May 25th, 1977
Answer: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope

19. In which month does Memorial Day occur in the United States
Answer: May

20. Which famous American author was born on May 27th, 1912, and wrote the classic novel "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Answer: Harper Lee

21. What is the name of the famous British actor born on May 6th, 1961, known for his role as James Bond in four films
Answer: Pierce Brosnan

22. In which country is the Eurovision Song Contest held each year in May
Answer: Various countries across Europe

23. Which famous American comedian and actor was born on May 25th, 1963, and starred in "The Nutty Professor" and "Dr. Dolittle"
Answer: Eddie Murphy

24. What is the name of the famous Irish poet and playwright born on May 13th, 1882, known for his famous play "The Importance of Being Earnest"
Answer: Oscar Wilde

25. What is the name of the famous American actor born on May 6th, 1961, known for his roles in "Top Gun" and "Jerry Maguire"
Answer: Tom Cruise

26. In which country is Victoria Day celebrated on the Monday before May 25th to honor Queen Victoria's birthday
Answer: Canada

27. What is the name of the famous American singer born on May 1st, 1967, known for her hits such as "Believe" and "If I Could Turn Back Time"
Answer: Cher

28. Which American holiday falls on the last Monday in May and honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military
Answer: Memorial Day

29. What is the name of the famous English monarch born on May 24th, 1819, known for her reign that lasted for over 63 years
Answer: Queen Victoria

30. In which year did the popular science fiction movie "Star Wars" first release in theaters during the month of May
Answer: 1977