Download or read book The Book of Facts and Trivia written by Terri Schlichenmeyer and published by Visible Ink Press. This book was released on 2024-01-16 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Entertaining, informative, and fun. Educational, trivial, and profound. Astonishing, amazing, and surprising. That’s history! Take a weird and wonderful tour of American history with this treat of stories, trivia, and facts! From Juan Ponce de León to John Wayne to Jane Doe to the little-known stories hidden inside bigger historical events, The Book of Facts and Trivia: American History combines the educational, profound, and trivial into a rich account of American history facts (and the interesting role Johns—and Juans and Janes—played along the way)! You’ll learn about the United States through hundreds of absorbing stories and interesting tidbits such as ... Our sixth president, John Quincy Adams (1767-1848), had a pet alligator while in the White House. Graceland, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is America's second-most visited home. The first is Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. In 1970, Continental Airlines made it a policy that every disembarking male passenger got a kiss on the cheek from a stewardess. Twenty to twenty-five percent of cowboys in the mid-1800s were black. The first public service announcement meant to encourage Americans not to litter appeared in 1956. Washington is the most common city/town/village name in America, followed by Springfield and Franklin. Actor Jack Black’s mother was a satellite engineer and author who worked on the Hubble Telescope. Most of the Continental Congress officially signed the Declaration of Independence on July 2, 1776 (not July 4!). The Food Marketing Institute estimates that some two million shopping carts are stolen each year. Kansas City, Missouri, leads the nation in the number of fountains inside its city limits. The Statue of Liberty is 305 feet tall with a waist that's 35 feet across. And many more American history facts! An absorbing guide to history, The Book of Facts and Trivia is a treat of stories, facts, and trivia guaranteed to both inform and entertain. It’s a feast of fun oddities and compelling stories that make history delightfully entertaining and eye-opening!

Download or read book Amazing Tractor Facts Trivia written by Peter Henshaw and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2010-01-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each book in the 6.5in x 8in Amazing Facts and Trivia series is beautifully illustrated and contains hundreds of colorful pieces of artwork, photographs, and diagrams. These quirky books are designed to be opened to any page so that readers can discover intriguing stories, facts, tips, and trivia. Tractors are amazing. You know that already, though, or you probably wouldn’t be reading this. Who was Old Abe? What is a Mobius Band? Which is better, wheels or rubber tracks? You’ll find the world’s first tractor in here, the fastest and the most powerful. Learn about tractor stunts, racing, and pulling. Ferrari, Porsche, and Lamborghini—all of them well-known sports car manufacturers—have had their names appear on tractors. Amazing Tractors Facts and Trivia details the inner mechanisms of tractors, their engines, cabs, and paint jobs. Why were Allis-Chalmers painted bright orange for years? You’ll find out in this book. Along with the trivia, you’ll find practical tips on how to plow a field, how to look after a three-point linkage and maintain a tractor. Driving tips, and specific how-to advice, like how to calculate the ideal amount of wheel slip, and ballast a tractor properly, are also included. Technical details, like torque, articulated steering, horsepower definitions, and fuel consumption are discussed, and you’ll also find safety tips to help deal with the noise of tractors and avoid potential accidents.

Download or read book Modern Family Challenging Trivia Quiz Fun Facts Early Years written by Dennis Bjorklund and published by Praetorian Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-10 with total page 1087 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modern Family Challenging Trivia Quiz & Fun Facts, Early Years, Challenging is authored by a sitcom expert who penned the greatest trivia quiz books on the most popular television sitcoms (e.g., Seinfeld Trivia: Everything About Nothing, Friends Trivia: Channel Your Inner Unagi, The Big Bang Theory Trivia: Challenging, and Cheers Trivia: It’s a Little Known Fact...). His latest effort, Modern Family Trivia: Early Years, is the best source for accurate and well-written trivia questions about one of the top-rated sitcoms of the 2010s. Modern Family Trivia is the perfect book for every type of fan, whether occasional viewer or rabid enthusiast. There are 500 questions with varying degrees of difficulty within each chapter. The reader will encounter easy and moderate queries in addition to some challenging and genuine head-scratching brainteasers. Unlike most trivia books that have measly one-word answers, Modern Family Trivia provides expanded descriptions containing anecdotes, humorous dialogue, or bonus fun facts to further enhance the reading experience, making it more enjoyable and entertaining. In addition, scattered throughout the book are random text boxes featuring insider secrets about the show, its creators, the actors, and other contributors to the series. These entertaining morsels supplement the question-answer format with fascinating fun facts to give the reader the full Modern Family experience. Modern Family Trivia contains more information than any other trivia quiz book written on the subject, and the author's ingenious presentation has revolutionized the trivia quiz format, an unprecedented feat in publishing history. Modern Family Trivia commences with general information about the show and its history, which includes noteworthy facts and intriguing trivia guaranteed to educate and enthrall the reader. The following two sections address guest stars and recurring characters. Modern Family was known for signing big-name movie and television stars as well as developing some of the most unique and fascinating recurring characters in sitcom history. Thus, two chapters are specifically devoted to these illustrious scene-stealers. The show's vast guest star list featured well-known thespians, such as Kevin Hart, James Marsden, Matthew Broderick, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth Banks, Jane Krakowski, Edward Norton, Shelley Long, Chazz Palminteri, Matt Dillon, Nathan Lane, Benjamin Bratt, Jesse Eisenberg, Leslie Mann, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jennifer Tilly, and many more. In addition, the trivia inquiry delves even deeper by spotlighting the most popular recurring characters, namely Dylan, Frank Dunphy, Gil Thorpe, Dede, Sal, Shorty, Pepper, and Javier, to mention a few. The next segment of the book covers the most memorable moments of the show which pertain to all three branches of the Pritchett family tree. The questions address broader episode plots and character storylines. The remaining eleven chapters cover specific information directly associated with the members of each family—Pritchetts (Jay, Gloria and Manny), Dunphys (Phil, Claire, Haley, Alex and Luke), and Pritchett-Tuckers (Mitch, Cam and Lily)—highlighting the most uproarious scenes and unforgettable episodes while testing the viewer’s attention to detail. There is something for everyone. Casual watchers and avid fanatics will be equally captivated by this meticulously crafted tome. Modern Family Trivia is guaranteed to provide hours of entertainment and laughter as the quiz-taker regales in reliving the finest moments of the show. Photos included, 500 questions with answers, 128 pages paperback, available digitally.

Download or read book 3000 Amazing STEM Facts for Smart Kids written by Theo Brighton and published by Beyond Class Books. This book was released on 2024-04-01 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Epic Learning Adventure Filled with 3000 Incredibly Interesting Educational Facts! - Did you know that there are gloves inspired by geckos' feet that let humans climb walls like Spider-Man? - Or that there's an animal that can carry objects 50 times its body weight? - Or that somewhere in the world, there's a road so wide that 160 cars can drive side-by-side? Why read books that don't teach you anything when you could read this? You'll learn 3000 amazing facts that you can use to impress your family and get reactions from your friends! Say goodbye to awkward silences and "I don't know what to say." Start incredibly interesting conversations with these impressive facts about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. There's no fluff or filler in this book. Each fact is interesting, educational, and straight to the point. There are 123 well-organized subchapters, the facts are numbered from 1-3000, and there is a blank space between each fact for easy reading. Inside, You'll Learn About: - The blazing trails of planets and the mysteries of galaxies. - Earth’s fascinating geology, weather patterns, and natural phenomena. - The complexity of biology, from ecosystems to the human body. - Chemistry's wonders, including elements, compounds, and molecular marvels. - The principles of physics that govern motion, energy, and the universe itself. - Cutting-edge technological advancements in AI, robotics, and the internet. - Engineering feats that shape our infrastructure, from bridges to space travel. Mathematical concepts made intriguing through puzzles, games, and critical thinking exercises. A Sneak Peek into Some Mind-Blowing Facts: - Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system, races around the Sun at 106,000 miles per hour–fast enough to cross the United States in a heartbeat! - The Baobab tree can store up to 31,700 gallons of water in its trunk, making it a natural desert reservoir. That's 240,000 standard water bottles! - Dry water is a powdered form of water, where water droplets are surrounded by a silica coating, preventing them from combining. - Before it became the tech giant we know today, Google was originally named "BackRub"–a nod to its backlink analysis method. - Nanoscale fabrication allows for solar cell materials that can be sprayed onto surfaces, turning anything into a solar panel! Your Passport to Becoming a STEM Star! With the incredible diversity and quantity of facts in this book, readers will be kept occupied and engaged. Using these facts to impress classmates and family will plant a love of learning. So whether you're a curious kid eager to learn, a parent looking for an engaging educational resource, or a teacher in search of trivia to spark your students' interest in STEM, "3000! Amazing STEM Facts for Smart Kids" is your stepping stone to wonder, knowledge, and a genuine love for learning. Impress your friends, wow your teachers, and feed your curiosity with this captivating collection that celebrates the marvels of STEM!

Download or read book The Importance of Being Trivial written by Mark Mason and published by Random House. This book was released on 2008-09-12 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're intrigued by the fact that Jack the Ripper was left-handed, or that Heinz ketchup flows at 0.7 miles per day - and, more importantly, intrigued by why you're intrigued - then this book is required reading. Convinced that our love of trivia must reveal something truly important about us, Mark Mason sets out to discover what that something is. And, in the process, he asks the fundamental questions that keep all trivialists awake at night: Why is it so difficult to forget that Keith Richards was a choirboy at the Queen's coronation when it's so hard to remember what we did last Thursday? Are men more obsessed with trivia than women? Can it be proved that house flies hum in the key of F? Can anything ever really be proved? And the biggest question of them all: is there a perfect fact, and if so what is it?

Download or read book The Big Book of Disney Top 10s written by Jennifer Boothroyd and published by Lerner Publications. This book was released on 2019 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Packed with fun, this collection of top 10 lists on all things Disney offers hours of entertaining reading and sharing. Superfans will love browsing all kinds of lists, including top funniest moments, favorite quotes, and incredible characters"--

Download or read book Our Home written by CM Mary and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2014-06-23 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best thing a Father can do for his children, is love their mother. Our Dad did just that for 61 years before our Mothers death in 2008. They raised six of us during their life together. Since Moms death our Dad has done some writing about his life. The document he has produced is what I am using as a guide to record and publish the story of his life and our family. My sister Patricia took the time to type most of Dads memoir. If Dad and Patty had not put in all that effort this book would not have been written.

Download or read book Whad Ya Know written by Michael Feldman and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brand new bathroom reader collection, from the beloved trivia voice of public radio. SO...DID YOU KNOW THAT: 53% of American workers feel they work "with a bunch of monkeys." (What the monkeys think, we don't know.) During shaky economic times, lipstick sales go up. The longest conflict in American history was fought over a pig. Washington state has the best-dressed State Troopers. AREN'T YOU GLAD YOU NOW KNOW THAT?! If you'd love to quiz yourself about what you know, and then fill your brain with thousands of fascinating and highly useful facts like these, look no further. (And as an added bonus, you'll get jokes and stories too!) Every weekend, radio listeners across the nation delight in the facts and fun of the hit show Whad'Ya Know? with Michael Feldman. Now, for the first time, Michael collects the greatest trivia, quizzes, stories, and fun facts just for you. Every weekend, thousands of public radio listeners across the nation delight in the facts and fun of the hit PRI show Whad'Ya Know? with Michael Feldman. Now, for the first time Michael collects the greatest trivia, quizzes, stories, and fun facts from the show in Whad'Ya Know?. With features perfectly sized for spending a little time on the throne, Whad'Ya Know? contains sections that fans of the show will be sure to recognize, such as: Things You Should Have Learned in School (Had You Been Paying Attention) The Daily Briefing Thanks for the Memos The Best of the Best And much more If your answer to "Whad'Ya Know?" is "not much," get ready to become the smartest person on the block... or at least the one that knows the most stuff.

Download or read book The Great Big Super Giant Book of Trivia written by Bruce D. Witherspoon and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tractor Superstars written by Tharran E Gaines and published by Voyageur Press. This book was released on 2015-12-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into a wide collection of classic tractors! Many companies have built hundreds of farm tractors over the years, from the 1910 Case 110 steam tractor to the latest-model John Deere 8320R. The most innovative models changed farming for years afterwards and influenced the designs of other tractors. The most wildly popular tractors have sold in the hundreds of thousands. Tractor Superstars focuses on these remarkable tractors, including technical information such as the engine, horsepower, rpm, top speed, and weight. A wide collection of detailed photographs makes this one book that no one interested in tractors, tractor collectors, or anyone nostalgic for farm life will want to miss.

Download or read book Country Music Trivia and Fact Book written by Country Music Hall of Fame, and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 1996-09-29 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This popular question-and-answer book has been revised and updated to include the newest stars, latest songs, and most current statistics. Illustrated.

Download or read book Ultimate Book of Trivia written by Scott McNeely and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2015-10-13 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have fun quizzing your friends—or yourself—with this puzzling collection of over one thousand trivia facts. Did you know that cats can be left-handed? Trivia fans will be eager to dive into this book for an edifying and entertaining tour of all the things they didn’t know that they didn’t know. There is something here for everyone and every occasion, with topics including Space and Science, Being Human, Sports, Music, Food and Drink, and Famous Inventions. It’s full of conversation starters, from Herbert Hoover’s pet alligators to the longest recorded bout of hiccups (it lasted for 68 years). Brimming with surprising facts, this comprehensive collection of trivia is sure to puzzle and delight.

Download or read book The Ultimate Friday the 13th Trivia Book written by Scotty McCoy and published by Scotty McCoy. This book was released on 2016-02-16 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1300 trivia questions, 13 chapters about Friday the 13th. In-depth trivia questions that will test your knowledge of the world's most famous horror franchise, Friday the 13th. Do you think you are a true Friday the 13th fan? Test your knowledge with the world's largest trivia book on Friday the 13th. There are 12 chapters (each film of the franchise) with 100 questions in each chapter, plus a bonus 13th chapter with 100 questions involving 10 different parts, such as matching, word search, true or false, multiple choice, this or this, among others. This trivia book is for the die hard fans whom will also be stumped on more than half of the questions provided. This trivia book is a must have for the fans who want to see if they know everything there is about this franchise and you are guaranteed to learn a lot more than you already do.

Download or read book Car and Driver Trivia Zone written by Dan Bova and published by Hearst Home & Hearst Home Kids. This book was released on 2024-06-25 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This book is both entertaining and insightful. Unique. Creative. Unpredictable. Awesome photos, hilarious questions. And some wild facts even I didn't know!” —Mario Andretti, Champion racing driver Rev your engines! The fun facts and amazing pictures car-loving kids love are right here–all gamified as the ultimate car and truck trivia contest! Ever wonder why some cars have spoilers? What was the most daring feat Evel Kneivel attempted? Which team has the most Formula One Championship wins? Car & Driver’s engaging book of trivia will answer these and all the rest of kids’ most burning car- and truck-related questions. With questions presented on the right-hand pages and answers” on the left-hand pages along with fascinating explanations of the “how' ' and “why”, this book takes car-obsessed, curious kids on an amazing quest through the fascinating world of automobiles. Inside they’ll find: Sports and Stunts: NASCAR, IndyCar, insane jumps, and more! Speed Saga: How well do you know the history of RPMs? Under the Hood: Test your knowledge of how cars work. Cool Cars: Secrets of the sweetest rides on earth and the incredible people who drive them Big and Loud: These mighty machines include The Grave Digger monster truck, and more! An awesome gift for young car enthusiasts or a great resource for the classroom, this book promises discovery, laughter, and tons of entertainment. So buckle up! It’s time to fuel kids' passion for cars and trucks and accelerate their knowledge, too!

Download or read book The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World Trivia written by Susan Veness and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-02 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Test your knowledge of Disney's little-known facts and history! You've been to Disney World hundreds of times and can rattle off the entire spiel for the Jungle Cruise from memory, but how much do you really know about these imaginative theme parks and their attractions? From the fastest rides and the tallest sculptures to the parks' enchanting history and hidden gems, this trivia challenge doesn't miss a single detail - no matter how small. Full of Disney's best-kept secrets and facts, you will spend hours racking your brain trying to figure out answers to questions such as, "What is the name of the award Walt Disney created for special Cast Members?" and "What is so special about the dentures Dr. Winch is promoting at Country Bear Jamboree?" A treasure trove of challenging Disney World trivia, this book is guaranteed to stump even the biggest Mickey Mouse fan!

Download or read book The Big Book of Canadian Trivia written by Mark Kearney and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2009-04-27 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here in one big book is all the trivia and facts about Canada anyone needs to know. The Big Book is jam-packed with facts and stories. There are stories of important Canadian artifacts and history including what became of Canada's World War II spy camp. All regions and provinces are covered, as well as important Canadian figures like John Molson, Elizabeth Arden and Russ Jackson. If that isn't enough there will also be pieces explaining whatever happened to such Canadian icons as the last spike, the first skidoo and the first Tim Hortons donut shop. Some of the items are "classics." Others are little known facts. Approximately 25% of the material has never before appeared in print. This fascinating Big Book brings together for the first time in one package the most notable facts and trivia from the archives of the trivia guys' collection.

Download or read book Listverse com s Ultimate Book of Bizarre Lists written by Jamie Frater and published by Ulysses Press. This book was released on 2010-11 with total page 714 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: FREAKS OF NATURE, ODD CRIMES, SHOCKING DEATHS, DEVASTATING DISASTERS, BLOOD-CURDLING RITES, CRAZY CONSPIRACIES & MUCH, MUCH MORE -Gruesome Torture Devices -Mass Hysteria Outbreaks -Unbelievable Miniatures -Disturbingly Scary Clowns -Outer Space Mysteries -Astonishing Aphrodisiacs -Disgusting Ancient Jobs -Spooky Sports Curses -World-Famous Penises -Mail-Order-Bride Shockers -Brutal Pope Deaths -Outrageous Wedding Locales -Grossest Edible Animals -Appalling Religious Practices