Take The Brain Test To See Who Has The Most Common Sense

If brain teasers and mind twisters are something one might enjoy, then this quiz is exactly what the doctor ordered. Not that one should go to a doctor before taking this quiz, of course. It is bound to test a person's common sense, common knowledge and more. We've got doses of sports, entertainment, basic math, and common sense. There will be current and recent events, pop culture and quirky trivia too. The quiz promises to have a little bit of something for everyone!

Looking for a challenge? Trying to gauge one's knowledge on a variety of topics? The next thirty-five questions are intended to really confirm how much one knows or doesn't know about a wide variety of subjects. There are questions featuring sports, music, movies, television and general entertainment, but that is not all! There will be a few math-related brain busters in there as well. If that wasn't enough, there might just be some historical trivia too. Best of all, there is always a chance for some common sense mental challenges too. Take care to read each question as carefully as possible. Sometimes the answer might seem to be obvious, but it might just be anything but that.

It's time to see who can handle this quiz!

Question 1

Who was in charge of Apple when the iPhone debuted?

It's hard to argue the impact that the Smart Phone has had on life since these devices were introduced. One, in particular, the iPhone, has been around for over a decade. The device has changed several times during its lifetime. Some fans have loved every single release of the device and have camped out for days to be among the first to buy one. Other users might be less enthusiastic about the device, at least during release day events, but the number of devices sold underscores the popularity of the iPhone. Part of its success can be traced to the man who debuted it. Who was in charge of Apple when the iPhone debuted?

Question 2

Who was Luke and Leia's father?

Here's a science fiction question for all those Star Wars fans out there. Luke and Leia are perhaps the most famous space siblings in science fiction history. One was raised as a princess, the other wasn't quite so lucky to start. By the time they grew up and actually met one another, they were poised to save their galaxy from an evil Empire. Leia was raised on Alderaan, while Luke had a much harsher upbringing on Tatooine. In the end it all worked out for the best-Leia was the political mind, while Luke was the Jedi master. So, who was their father?

Question 3

Which creature is known as the King of Monsters?

Getting back to entertainment trivia again. One of the more popular genres of film has been horror. A subset of these movies has given viewers the monster movie. Over the years, there have been many movies falling into this category. Some of the creatures have been very memorable. Who can forget the special effects for a creature like the Predator? Or, the scream-inducing aliens in the aptly named Alien? Facts are facts, and monster movies have been entertaining fans for a very long time. Taking all of these monsters into account, however, there can only be one king. Which creature is known as the King of Monsters?

Question 4

What is the largest human organ?

Here's a question that should be perfect for anyone who did well, or at least paid attention, in biology class. If they happened to take basic anatomy then this one becomes basically a freebie, one would think. If the person taking this is a doctor? Well, there should be no excuses then, right? So, it's a fairly straightforward question. Human bodies are made up of lots of things-bone, muscle, organs. Each of these comes in various sizes, with some parts bigger than others. So with all of that in mind, when it comes to humans, what is typically the largest organ?

Question 5

How many pennies are there in a US dollar?

Oh great, another question to make one do some math. Seriously, this one should not be too terribly bad if you went to school in the US or are familiar with money in any way, shape or form. Money is no different than something like feet or meters really. There are several different ways of measuring things. Some can be expressed as a whole value, for example. Other units, a lot of them are needed in order to add up to something seemingly much bigger. As far as US money goes, the penny is the smallest unit. How many pennies are there in a US dollar?

Question 6

How often are the Olympics held?

The Olympic Games go back over a century, at least for the modern iteration. At the very beginning, these were only for the warm weather sports. Eventually, the International Olympic Committee decided to add to the fun and gave sports fans everywhere the Winter Olympics to enjoy as well. Over the years, there have been plenty of changes to the Games. New sports have been added, unpopular sports have been removed. There are sports in the Olympic Games today that did not even exist when the first Olympics happened. So with all this talk about the Olympics...how often are they held?

Question 7

What is Google’s motto?

In most cases, companies have a motto. Usually they have slogans too. Basically, any company loves to have branding, because branding helps a company sell itself. In many cases, the company uses it's motto to really motivate employees. It can give the corporate minions something to strive for, or to live corporate life by. That may sound a bit cheesy, but there is absolutely some truth to it. If your company picked a great motto, everyone knows it and can rattle it off at a moment's notice. Pick a bad one, and you will never hear the end of it. So, what is Google's motto?

Question 8

What fast food chain is sometimes referred to as “The Golden Arches”?

Who among us loves fast food? No doubt, plenty of hands were raised if anyone actually felt like raising a hand for a quiz on their computers. The reality is that fast food is wildly popular, and not just in the United States. Brands are constantly expanding into the global marketplace, always seeking new customers. There are plenty of choices for consumers, too. You can get so many different foods from a fast food chain. Anything from chicken to beef to ethnic foods. There are now even vegetarian fast food options if you can believe that. Which fast food chain is sometimes referred to as the Golden Arches?

Question 9

Which actor starred in Wayne's World, Austin Powers and Shrek?

Maybe this one is extremely easy. Perhaps it takes a bit more thought processing power, but it likely should not. The movie franchise that is Shrek has provided starring roles for a number of famous Hollywood types. All of these stars have been in other films. One of these Hollywood stars was lucky enough to not only have a starring role in Shrek, but they also count among their movie credits the likes of Wayne's World and Austin Powers. Sitting through the various silicon chip makers nets us not one, but both of those credits. So which actor or actress has been in all three films?

Question 10

What food is supposed to keep the Doctor away?

With the costs of medicine and health care in general rising, people are always looking for ways to save money. What's a great way of saving money? Keeping out of the doctor's office, of course. So while there are all sorts of modern and new-age types of remedies that people are willing to try, there's one old expression that goes back decades. Forget about all those superfoods and pills and supplements. Do not bother with crazy fad diets. There is no need to go insane training for a marathon even, though fitness won't hurt. Based on the old saying though, what food is supposed to keep the doctor away?

Question 11

What was the name of Walt Disney’s first animated creature?

Walt Disney is arguably one of the most famous names in animation. He's actually probably the most famous one if you think about it. Disney is a global brand. It was established long before Walt Disney's passed away, and the company has only massively grown since that time. Disney and his company have given the world so many memorable characters and movies over the years, such as Cinderella, Pinocchio, Snow White, and the Seven Dwarves, just to name a few. But, as with everything else, there must be a beginning. In Walt Disney's case, there was the first character. Who was Disney's first animated creature?

Question 12

What day is typically the busiest shopping day of the year in America?

Any consumer probably should have no issue with this question. Every year, stores and businesses use plenty of different tactics to help drum up sales. Just about every week, you will see circulars in the weekend newspaper. Customers can sign up and get regular e-mail blasts that will keep them updated on the latest sales and promotions. Businesses do this, of course, to keep the consumers engaged and spending money. There are plenty of big sales periods over the course of a year. Many sales happen to coincide with a major holiday or time of year. What day is typically the busiest shopping day of the year in America?

Question 13

What food item is Philadelphia famous for?

Pretty much any major city in the world has some claim to fame. Some smaller cities do too. Many have several claims to fame. While it would be easy to focus on architectural marvels, historical landmarks and the like, this is a much tastier question. So many cities have a culinary treat they are famous for. Maine has lobsters, for example. New York City actually claims a few, whether it be bagels or pizza-though that one other city might hotly dispute. The City of Brotherly Love is no different. Sure, it has some food items it does excellent-such as the soft pretzel and hoagie. But it has one signature dish. What food is Philadelphia famous for?

Question 14

What were the names of Christopher Columbus’ three ships?

For many children growing up, this is a history lesson that provided an almost unforgettable rhyme as a means to memorize the names. As adults, perhaps the rhyme is not so memorable. When Christopher Columbus left to discover what is now known as America, he did so using a fleet of ships. In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. The explorer, of course, was thinking he was heading to the Indies in search of gold. With his trio of ships, he landed far from the Indies and did not find gold. So what were the names of those three ships?

Question 15

What famous shark movie was written by Peter Benchley?

Summer and blockbuster movies, they go hand in hand. Every summer, movie studios look to put out some of their biggest and best movies-they often call these "tent pole" movies. Sometimes they are original works, based on someone's original and very creative ideas. Other times, we get a screen adaptation of something that someone else wrote-such as a comic book or regular novel. There have been plenty of movies based on books over the years, with some naturally doing better than others. Everyone knows of a movie like Jurassic Park, but perhaps not so much the Andromeda Strain. In the 1970s, a famous shark movie hit theaters, based on a book written by Peter Benchley. What was the name of the movie?

Question 16

What actor served as the voice of Buzz Lightyear?

Animated movies can be a blast to watch. What used to often be the fare for kids, making use of voice actors that people might not otherwise know, animated movies are often a huge deal now. Among the biggest makers of animated movies would be Disney-Pixar. From the company, we've gotten blockbusters and classics alike, such as The Lion King, Finding Nemo, and the Toy Story series. Each of those has used some well known, big-name Hollywood actors to voice the major characters. Toy Story was no different-Woody was voiced by Tom Hanks. One of his co-stars was Buzz Lightyear. Who provided the voice of Buzz?

Question 17

What city hosted the 2018 Winter Olympics?

Who doesn't like the Olympics? These sporting events go back over a century, in the modern history of the Olympic Games. Yes, these are entirely sports driven events, but the Olympics have become larger than sports. Cities, even countries, spend a ton of time and money simply bidding to host the Games at some point in the future. While they are a showcase to determine who the best in the world is for a particular event, non-sports fans can enjoy the coverage of the host city's culture and sights. Each event is truly an experience. Which city hosted the most recent Winter Olympics?

Question 18

What are fans of Lady Gaga called?

There are fans...and then there are fans. When it comes to fans, sometimes one is just simply called a fan. Seems simple enough, right? Being called a fan seems rather simple and explanatory. That being said, as more and more entertainers seek to really brand every last little detail about their persona and act, there has been a rush to see them dub their fans something more than, well, just fans. Much like in wrestling where we've seen fans of some wrestlers called Hulkamaniacs or Jerichaholics, there's been a similar move by Lady Gaga. What are fans of Lady Gaga called?

Question 19

What band was made up of members Ringo, Paul, John and George?

The music industry has provided fans with plenty of iconic bands throughout the years. Sometimes, casual fans only happen to know the band name. Sometimes a listener can remember the name of a popular song, but not always the band name to go along with it. Others might know the band but couldn't name any of its key members. And then there are the truly legendary bands throughout musical history. With these bands, almost anyone can name the musicians that make up the group, without too much thinking. What legendary band was made up of artists named Ringo, Paul, John, and George?

Question 20

What city is known as The Windy City?

The bigger cities have plenty of claims to fame. Covered earlier, cities can be famous for their foods, for example. Another thing famous cities get to boast about? Nicknames. It's not good enough to have a pretty nifty name-cities need a nickname too. New York City, for example, even has several-the City that never sleeps or the Big Apple, for example. Philadelphia is the City of Brotherly Love. Boston is simply Bean Town. Los Angeles is also known as the City of Angels. Las Vegas is even known as Sin City. So what city has earned itself the nickname The Windy City?

Question 21

What long-running show has the catchphrase “Live, from New York”

This show has been a fixture on NBC for several decades. It has produced a veritable who's who roster of entertainment industry mainstays. It has produced countless memorable sketches and characters along the way. It has provided fans with social commentary, controversial opinions and, most importantly, humor. It has given many mainstream celebrities, from musicians to sports stars and politicians, a comedic platform to engage viewers with. Among it's most famous alumni are Chevy Chase, Bill Murray, Adam Sandler and Mike Myers. With so many big names, the one thing this show is most famous for is it's opening tagline :Live, from New York, it's Saturday Night!

Question 22

What book series features "The boy who lived”?

Over the years, plenty of authors have given readers plenty of memorable books. Some of the books actually were part of an engaging series. These can be great fun, allowing a reader to be sucked into a whole different world and really pulling a reader into their lives. Recently, the literary world was introduced to one of the more captivating reading experiences in a long time. Readers young and old alike could not get enough of the series and its plethora of characters. It has millions of fans around the world, so what was the name of the book series that featured "the boy who lived"?

Question 23

Where was the television show Seinfeld based?

Basically, any great movie or television show is based on something and is provided with an idea of a setting. Perhaps a show is supposed to take place in and around a local brewery and factory. Perhaps a neighborhood bar is the central theme and setting of a show. Other shows are not quite so specific in terms of a bar, but rather they focus on a fictional town in a real state, or sometimes a real city in a real state. Seinfeld is one of the more revered television shows ever, and is famous for being a show about nothing in particular. Where was the show based?

Question 24

How many points is a touchdown worth in the NFL?

In any major sport, a team scores points. These points come in a variety of ways, and some ways are worth more than others. In soccer and hockey, for example, a goal is only worth a point. In basketball, on the other hand, you can score a basket worth two or three points, or a single point off of a free throw. So, in football, there are a few different ways to score points. For example, there are safeties, field goals and touchdowns in particular. So just how many points is a touchdown worth in the National Football League exactly?

Question 25

What college or university invented Gatorade?

Here's a question that should be perfect for any sports fan out there. Everyone who watches an athletic event is sure to know about Gatorade. Even if you hate sports, chances are you've seen a coach get bathed in Gatorade every winter if you watch the big game on television. While some fans might just assume a beverage company concocted the sports recovery drink, the real truth is a bit more involved. It turns out scientists working at a southern university went looking for a way to help athletes recover. When they came up with the beverage, they named it after the school mascot. What college or university gave us Gatorade?

Question 26

If we were told to order a baker’s dozen of muffins, how many muffins should we get?

It's time to get back to basics, sort of. Here's a simple bit of a math question really. OK, fine, it will not exactly be two plus two is equal to four-it can't make it that simple, can it? No, it can't. But surely it's been covered during some math classes, so here it is. Plenty of people love muffins, donuts, and other assorted baked goods. Sometimes, someone just buys one or two. Sometimes they get more...perhaps a half dozen, or even a nice round number of a baker's dozen. So, if you were told to order a baker's dozen muffins, how many would be bought?

Question 27

What team won the 2018 World Series?

Here's another question for the sports fans out there. Every year, every major sport crowns the best team. Football has it's Super Bowl (or, if it's European football, that could mean the Champions Cup or World Cup). Professional hockey has the Stanley Cup. The National Basketball Association simply crowns a world champion. In baseball, however, we get a World Series champion just about every year (except in those rare instances of a strike canceling the season, like in 1994). This one is a bit more recent, as the winner was only crowned a few months ago. What team won the 2018 World Series?

Question 28

If a person drives a golf ball 250 yards, how many feet is that?

Here's another one that makes one think. Really though, it should just be simple math. So many units of measurement can be represented several different ways. For example, a half pound could also be eight ounces. A mile can also be measured as five thousand two hundred and eighty feet. This doesn't even go into things like comparing meters and feet! It even applies to time-someone could say a quarter till nine, and someone else could say 8:45. The point is, someone could tell you they drove a golf ball 250 yards, but can you determine how many feet that is?

Question 29

What weighs more, one ton of feathers or 2000 pounds of bricks?

Honestly, this has long been a favorite brain teaser of mine. It requires some good critical thinking skills, and the person being asked does need to be a bit aware of their units of measurement and what they can be converted to. People often like to compare weights of things, just if for no other reason than it can be fun. I mean, why else do people ask things like how many school buses tall is the Empire State Building? We do it because it's quirky and fun, right? With that in mind, which of these is heavier-one ton of feathers, or 2000 pounds of bricks?

Question 30

Who is famous for saying "Do or do not, there is no try"?

Movies and television shows have given society many popular catchphrases. We even get these out of the really great commercials too. I mean, who doesn't remember the fad where everyone would say "Wassup?". There are plenty of others too. People know lines from movies, and sometimes they've never even seen the movie! Some other famous lines include "yo Adrian, I did it" and "frankly, my dear...". There is another famous line that many people know, some of whom have never seen the movie. There is a major science fiction franchise that has given us the motivational quote "Do or do not, there is no try". Who said it?

Question 31

Who won the most recent Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest?

While it may not seem like something resembling a sport, the world of competitive eating is, well...competitive. The sport has gotten more and more coverage over recent years, with Nathan's Famous Hot Dog eating contest being effectively the ultimate competitive eating event. The contest, held every Fourth of July on New York City's Coney Island, has routinely seen food-eating records broken. There have been a few competitive eating superstars over the years, and the main stream exposure has just helped make them, and the event, even bigger than it already was. So, who won the most recent Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest?

Question 32

What is the name of the major celebration in Rio de Janeiro?

There are some really awesome celebrations out there, if one really sits back and examines things a fair bit. Everyone knows about New Year's Eve, of course-it's famous around the world, but you can catch a great party in New York City's Times Square, for example. Chinese New Year kicks off it's own set of celebrations. New Orleans has itself a massive and long-running party for Mardi Gras too-the party starts early and runs for days, if not weeks. These partys are great, but one has to think that there is one party, one celebration, to rule them all. Rio de Janeiro has a major celebration every year-what is it called?

Question 33

John took a flight. He left at 12 noon and landed at 3pm. He flew for six hours. What direction did he fly in?

Don't get too worked up...this far into the quiz, a question to make one think is a good thing. This one will test knowledge of a few different areas (think math and maps, basically). Imagine for a moment that you are John. John is taking a flight to somewhere. His plane leaves at 12 noon, and when he lands, the time is 3 in the afternoon. His total flying time was six hours. Now, John does not have a time machine, so what direction would John have had to fly in, in order to have landed at 3 PM after a six-hour flight that left at noon?

Question 34

What movie character said "Life is like a box of chocolates"?

Usually, a good movie can produce a few memorable quotes. A great movie, on the other hand, can give fans a plethora of memorable quotes. The really great ones? They can provide people quotes to use for long after the movie itself came out, and to be used by people who may have never even seen the movie-that is just how good some lines can be. One such movie came out in the 1990s. It was not exactly the most anticipated movie, but it became an incredible success. It gave us several memorable lines, perhaps none more recognizable than "life is like a box of chocolates". What character said the line?

Question 35

If an actor wins an award for best performance in a movie, what trophy would they take home?

Everyone likes to get awards, don't they? Its something learned early in life. Do well in school? Get an award. Do well in sports? An award is coming there too. The older one gets, the bigger the stakes. Once one becomes an adult, the stakes are, in some cases, tremendous. Celebrities love awards, as it turns out. For any major celebrity field, there is, of course, an awards show. These exist for actors on Broadway, musicians, actors on television and yes, actors in movies too. Each of those awards has a signature trophy. If an actor wins an award for best performance in a movie, what is the trophy called?

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