Famous People Born in January Trivia Quiz

Let’s sing Happy Birthday to some famous folks. See if you know who they are.

  1. This prolific movie and television star almost made it to her 100th birthday. She was best known for her appearance on the Mary Tyler Moore Show
  2. He is famous for a lot of things, but most notably is his ride through town warning patriots of an attack. 
  3. This January baby once walked on the moon. He is best known by his nickname.
  4. This guy is famous for inventing a sweet drink that most kids in the United States know. His cartoon mascot is orange. 
  5. This Incredible Hulk star was also in The Courtship of Eddie’s Father in the 1960s. Name him. 
  6. This notorious gangster is credited for the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre in Chicago, even though it was never proven. He went to prison for tax evasion. 
  7. Long before he was on The Big Bang Theory, this celebrated physicist and author was known for his book, The Theory of Everything
  8. This president was assassinated while in office. He was the 25th U.S. President. Name him. 
  9. Without this author, we never would have spent time in the shire. 
  10. We lost this Animal House alumni too soon. “Look, I’m a zit!”
  11. This legendary country star has put her millions into helping children read. She is revered across the genres.
  12. He is best known for his role as Hawkeye Pierce in the television series M*A*S*H.

Let’s sing Happy Birthday to some famous folks. See if you know who they are.

  1. This prolific movie and television star almost made it to her 100th birthday. She was best known for her appearance on the Mary Tyler Moore Show– Betty White – Jan. 17, 1922
  2. He is famous for a lot of things, but most notably is his ride through town warning patriots of an attack. – Paul Revere – Jan. 1, 1735
  3. This January baby once walked on the moon. He is best known by his nickname. –  Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin – Jan. 20, 1930
  4. This guy is famous for inventing a sweet drink that most kids in the United States know. His cartoon mascot is orange. – Edward Elijah Perkins – inventor of Kool-Aid – Jan. 8, 1889
  5. This Incredible Hulk star was also in The Courtship of Eddie’s Father in the 1960s. Name him. – Bill Bixby – Jan. 22, 1934
  6. This notorious gangster is credited for the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre in Chicago, even though it was never proven. He went to prison for tax evasion. – Al Capone – Jan. 17, 1899
  7. Long before he was on The Big Bang Theory, this celebrated physicist and author was known for his book, The Theory of Everything– Stephen Hawking – Jan. 8, 1942
  8. This president was assassinated while in office. He was the 25th U.S. President. Name him. – William McKinley – Jan. 29, 1843
  9. Without this author, we never would have spent time in the shire. – J.R.R. Tolkien, author of Lord of the Rings – Jan. 3, 1892
  10. We lost this Animal House alumni too soon. “Look, I’m a zit!” – John Belushi – Jan. 22, 1949
  11. This legendary country star has put her millions into helping children read. She is revered across the genres. – Dolly Parton- Jan. 19, 1946
  12. He is best known for his role as Hawkeye Pierce in the television series M*A*S*H– Alan Alda – Jan. 28, 1936

Test Your January Knowledge

Here’s a fun trivia quiz about the month of January.

  1. Who was the month of January named for? 
  2. Cella’s cashes in on the 3rd of January because this day is dedicated to the treats they are known for. What is this national day? 
  3. This guy was born on January 8th and his birthday is still celebrated years after his death. Who was this rock and roller? 
  4. January was not in the original Roman calendar; they considered this a dormant period for both war and agriculture, so it was not included. What month did the Roman calendar start with? 
  5. What is the birth flower of January babies? 
  6. On January 10th, you should pay homage to the greenery that releases oxygen into your home. What is the name of this day? 
  7. When is the English folk custom Twelfth Night celebrated? 
  8. What two astrology symbols rule January? 
  9. What is perihelion?
  10. No matter whether you like the Empire or the ones from Pittsburg, January 20th is their day. Whose day is it?
  11. What is January’s birthstone? 
  12. What is the name of the January full moon? 
  13. What day do people whose names begin with the letter Z get to go first in an alphabetical line?
  14. On the 29th of January, this day is set aside for those who love to take tiny cardboard pieces and arrange them into a picture. What is this day called? 

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  1. Who was the month of January named for? The Roman god Janus protects doorways and gates that are symbols of beginnings and endings. He has two faces.
  2. Cella’s cashes in on the 3rd of January because this day is dedicated to the treats they are known for. What is this national day? National Chocolate-covered Cherry day
  3. This guy was born on January 8th and his birthday is still celebrated years after his death. Who was this rock and roller? Elvis Presley
  4. January was not in the original Roman calendar; they considered this a dormant period for both war and agriculture, so it was not included. What month did the Roman calendar start with? March Equinox named for the god of war: Mars.
  5. What is the birth flower of January babies? Carnation and snowdrop
  6. On January 10th, you should pay homage to the greenery that releases oxygen into your home. What is the name of this day? National Houseplant Appreciation Day
  7. When is the English folk custom Twelfth Night celebrated? January 5. It is considered the end of Christmas.
  8. What two astrology symbols rule January? Capricorn rules until the 19th and then Aquarius rules for the remaining month and part of February.
  9. What is perihelion? It is when the Earth’s orbit is closest to the sun at 91,403,034 miles away. It was January 4 in 2023.
  10. No matter whether you like the Empire or the ones from Pittsburg, January 20th is their day. Whose day is it? National Penguin Day
  11. What is January’s birthstone? Garnet
  12. What is the name of the January full moon? The Wolf Moon
  13. What day do people whose names begin with the letter Z get to go first in an alphabetical line? January 1st is Z day.
  14. On the 29th of January, this day is set aside for those who love to take tiny cardboard pieces and arrange them into a picture. What is this day called? National Puzzle Day

Happy New Year Trivia

  1. What was the first year that they dropped the ball in Time’s Square?
  2. What is the name of the Roman god that the month of January comes from? 
  3. What was the first Time’s Square ball made of? 
  4. How many triangles are there on the Time’s Square ball? 
  5. What is the most popular resolution for the New Year? 
  6. What food do the Southerners eat on New Year’s Day for good luck? 
  7. What do the Dutch believe will bring you good luck if you eat it on New Year’s day? 
  8. What recent movie grossed the highest box office sales for its showing on New Year’s Day? 
  9. Which city drops a large chocolate Kiss on New Year’s Eve rather than a ball? 
  10. Who was the host of New Year’s Rockin’ Eve for 24 years? 
  11. Which country is the last to ring in the New Year? American 
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  1. What was the first year that they dropped the ball in Time’s Square? 1907
  2. What is the name of the Roman god that the month of January comes from? Janus
  3. What was the first Time’s Square ball made of? Wood and iron
  4. How many triangles are there on the Time’s Square ball? 2,688
  5. What is the most popular resolution for the New Year? Lose weight/get healthier
  6. What food do the Southerners eat on New Year’s Day for good luck? Black-eyed peas
  7. What do the Dutch believe will bring you good luck if you eat it on New Year’s day? Donuts
  8. What recent movie grossed the highest box office sales for its showing on New Year’s Day? Avatar
  9. Which city drops a large chocolate Kiss on New Year’s Eve rather than a ball? Hershey, PA 
  10. Who was the host of New Year’s Rockin’ Eve for 24 years? Dick Clark
  11. Which country is the last to ring in the New Year? American Samoa 
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Christmas Movie Trivia

  1. What is the name of the dog in The Grinch Who Stole Christmas?
  2. Where do the Whos live?
  3. What is George Bailey’s guardian angel’s name in It’s a Wonderful Life?
  4. What gift does Ralphie want the most in A Christmas Story?
  5. Ralphie’s dad won a prize in a contest. What was it?
  6. In Nightmare before Christmas, what is Jack’s dog name?
  7. In Elf, what city is Buddy’s dad in?
  8. How did Buddy get his name in Elf?
  9. What does Clark get as a Christmas bonus in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?
  10. What was Clark going to buy with his Christmas bonus?

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  1. What is the name of the dog in The Grinch Who Stole Christmas? Max
  2. Where do the Whos live? Whoville
  3. What is George Bailey’s guardian angel’s name in It’s a Wonderful Life? Clarence
  4. What gift does Ralphie want the most in A Christmas Story? A Red Ryder BB Gun
  5. Ralphie’s dad won a prize in a contest. What was it? A woman’s leg lamp
  6. In Nightmare before Christmas, what is Jack’s dog name? Zero
  7. In Elf, what city is Buddy’s dad in? New York City
  8. How did Buddy get his name in Elf? His diapers were Little Buddy Diapers
  9. What does Clark get as a Christmas bonus in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation? Jelly of the Month Club membership
  10. What was Clark going to buy with his Christmas bonus? Swimming Pool



May your holidays be filled with love, laughter and a lot of food! Merry Christmas!

Christmas Trivia for the Holidays

  1. Who stole Christmas? 
  2. What popular drink at Christmas time can be greatly enhanced with a shot of rum?
  3. How many ghosts showed up in A Christmas Carol
  4. What is the name of the real store that is featured in Miracle on 34th Street?
  5. Where are parents going when they leave Kevin behind in Home Alone?
  6. Who gets wings when a bell rings?
  7. What is the name of Ralphie’s little brother in A Christmas Story?
  8. What color Christmas is Elvis going to have? 
  9. What did my true love give me on the fifth day of Christmas in the 12 Days of Christmas? 
  10. What do kids put out for Santa on Christmas Eve?
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  1. Who stole Christmas? The Grinch
  2. What popular drink at Christmas time can be greatly enhanced with a shot of rum? Eggnog
  3. How many ghosts showed up in A Christmas CarolFour
  4. What is the name of the real store that is featured in Miracle on 34th StreetMacy’s
  5. Where are parents going when they leave Kevin behind in Home AloneParis
  6. Who gets wings when a bell rings? An angel
  7. What is the name of Ralphie’s little brother in A Christmas StoryRandy
  8. What color Christmas is Elvis going to have? Blue
  9. What did my true love give me on the fifth day of Christmas in the 12 Days of Christmas? 5 golden rings
  10. What do kids put out for Santa on Christmas Eve? Cookies and milk

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Thanksgiving Food Trivia

  1. Who invented the green bean casserole that many people serve on Thanksgiving?
  2. Why does the cranberry sauce slide out of the can?
  3. If sweet potatoes are not potatoes, what are they?
  4. Does turkey really make you sleepy?
  5. Is there a difference between stuffing and dressing?
  6. Why do you hate Brussels sprouts? 

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  1. Who invented the green bean casserole that many people serve on Thanksgiving? – A Campbell Soup employee – it’s still popular 60 years later
  2. Why does the cranberry sauce slide out of the can? – The cranberries are canned upside down, so it slides out ready to slice. The can has the rounded end on the top and the cutting end on the bottom. An air pocket at the top of the can pushes the cranberry out.
  3. If sweet potatoes are not potatoes, what are they? – They are members of the morning glory family.
  4. Does turkey really make you sleepy? – No. It doesn’t contain enough L-tryptophan to cause drowsiness. However eating lots of turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes and some pie will certainly cause you to be tired.
  5. Is there a difference between stuffing and dressing? – You might or might not be surprised to find out that yes, there is a difference, but it’s only based on where you grew up. Southern folk call it dressing while northern and western states call it stuffing.
  6. Why do you hate Brussels sprouts? – Believe it or not, it may be genetic. There is a gene variant that gives those who have it the ability to taste bitter compounds. The Brussels sprout is a bitter little thing. 
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Friends Thanksgiving Day Trivia

  1. Monica told her parents that Ross was the reason Mr. Geller got the mailman fired. What did Ross steal?
  2. Ross confessed to smoking pot when he was growing up, but who did he blame it on at the time?
  3. What NFL team jersey is Monica wearing when the friends are playing football before sitting down to eat Thanksgiving dinner?
  4. Phoebe is wearing a jersey with which 1960s television show icon on the front of it?  
  5. What does Phoebe do to distract Chandler, so she could take the ball away from him? 
  6. What balloon got away during the Thanksgiving Day Macy’s Parade?
  7. Who started the “I Hate Rachel Green” club while they were in high school? 
  8. What did Rachel do to Emma that made Ross mad until he found out there was money involved? 
  9. What is the name of the chocolate substitute that Monica is trying to create? 
  10. During a flashback, what did Monica make for Chandler’s Thanksgiving, who was wearing his Flock of Seagulls hairstyle, since he didn’t want to eat anything the pilgrims ate?
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  1. Monica told her parents that Ross was the reason Mr. Geller got the mailman fired. What did Ross steal? – Playboy magazines – Season 6, Episode 9
  2. Ross confessed to smoking pot when he was growing up, but who did he blame it on at the time? – Chandler – Season 6, Episode 9
  3. What NFL team jersey is Monica wearing when the friends are playing football before sitting down to eat Thanksgiving dinner? – Giants – Season 3, Episode 9
  4. Phoebe is wearing a jersey with which 1960s television show icon on the front of it? – That Girl – Marlo Thomas (who plays Rachel’s mother) – Season 3, Episode 9
  5. What does Phoebe do to distract Chandler, so she could take the ball away from him? – She shows him her breasts – Season 3, Episode 9
  6. What balloon got away during the Thanksgiving Day Macy’s Parade? – Underdog – Season 1, Episode 9
  7. Who started the “I Hate Rachel Green” club while they were in high school? – Will – played by Brad Pitt – Season 8, Episode 9
  8. What did Rachel do to Emma that made Ross mad until he found out there was money involved? – She entered her in a beauty pageant where Emma won $1,000 – Season 10, Episode 8
  9. What is the name of the chocolate substitute that Monica is trying to create? – Mockolate – Season 2, Episode 8
  10. During a flashback, what did Monica make for Chandler’s Thanksgiving, who was wearing his Flock of Seagulls hairstyle, since he didn’t want to eat anything the pilgrims ate?  – Macaroni and cheese – Chandler tells her she should be a chef – Season 5, Episode 8

Halloween Trivia

  1. Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable? 
  2. Who wrote Dracula
  3. Which ancient priests were the first to celebrate Halloween? 
  4. In which state is it illegal to dress up like a nun or a priest for Halloween? 
  5. What is the most popular candy in the United State – including Halloween? 
  6. Which two countries started costume wearing during Halloween? 
  7. What is a carved pumpkin called?
  8. Which comic strip helped to encourage kids to go trick-or-treating?
  9. How many calories does a kid consume on Halloween night? 
  10. Which vegetable did the Irish originally carve for Halloween? 

Answers 

  1. Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable? – A fruit
  2. Who wrote Dracula– Bram Stoker
  3. Which ancient priests were the first to celebrate Halloween? – The Druids
  4. In which state is it illegal to dress up like a nun or a priest for Halloween? – Alabama where impersonating a clergy is punishable by a fine up to $500 or a year in jail.
  5. What is the most popular candy in the United State – including Halloween? – M&Ms
  6. Which two countries started costume wearing during Halloween? – Scotland and Ireland
  7. What is a carved pumpkin called? – Jack-o-lantern
  8. Which comic strip helped to encourage kids to go trick-or-treating? – Peanuts by Charles Schutz in 1951.
  9. How many calories does a kid consume on Halloween night? – Approximately 7,000 calories
  10. Which vegetable did the Irish originally carve for Halloween? – Turnips


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Pumpkin Halloween Fridge Magnet
Pumpkin Halloween Fridge Magnet
6 Halloween Kids Round Pin Buttons for Teachers Trick or Treat Gifts
6 Halloween Kids Round Pin Buttons for Teachers Trick or Treat Gifts
Candy Corn Halloween Necklace for Women and Teens
Candy Corn Halloween Necklace for Women and Teens

Halloween Trivia

  1. What was the original name for candy corn? 
  2. Where are most of the country’s pumpkins grown and harvested? 
  3. What is the fear of Halloween called? 
  4. Why are Halloween colors black and orange? 
  5. Who decided that black cats were bad luck? 
  6. Who was the first First Lady to decorate the White House for Halloween?
  7. Why do people give out candy at Halloween? 
  8. Where would you find vampire bats? 
  9. What date is Halloween?
  10. What do witches ride to get around?

Answers 

  1. What was the original name for candy corn? – Chicken Feed
  2. Where are most of the country’s pumpkins grown and harvested? – My home area – Morton, IL and surrounding Central Illinois farms.
  3. What is the fear of Halloween called? – Samhainophobia
  4. Why are Halloween colors black and orange? – Orange is for harvest, and the black is for death.
  5. Who decided that black cats were bad luck? – The Puritans
  6. Who was the first First Lady to decorate the White House for Halloween? – Mamie Eisenhower
  7. Why do people give out candy at Halloween? – The Celtic tradition was that food was put out to pacify evil spirits.
  8. Where would you find vampire bats? – In Southern Argentina
  9. What date is Halloween? – October 31
  10. What do witches ride to get around? – Brooms


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Halloween Teddy Bear Buttons
Halloween Teddy Bear Buttons for kids Trick or Treat gifts
Candy corn earrings
Handmade candy corn earrings with crystal dangles
Haunted house Halloween Fridge Magnet
Haunted house Halloween Fridge Magnet

Autumn Trivia

  1. What is the first day of fall known as?
  2. What month is the first day of autumn?
  3. What is the harvest moon?
  4. Why do the leaves change colors in the autumn?
  5. Who is the Goddess of Harvest?
  6. When does the Autumn Equinox start in the Northern Hemisphere?
  7. When does the Autumn Equinox start in the Southern Hemisphere?
  8. How many apple varieties are there?
  9. Are days longer or shorter during the autumn?
  10. Which butterfly species migrates from the United States to Mexico during the fall? 
  1. What is the first day of fall known as? Autumnal Equinox
  2. What month is the first day of autumn? September
  3. What is the harvest moon? The first full moon before the Autumnal Equinox
  4. Why do the leaves change colors in the autumn? The leaves stop making food due to the daylight and temperature changes. It is a lack of chlorophyll.
  5. Who is the Goddess of Harvest? Demeter
  6. When does the Autumn Equinox start in the Northern Hemisphere? September 23
  7. When does the Autumn Equinox start in the Southern Hemisphere? March 21
  8. How many apple varieties are there? 8,000 plus
  9. Are days longer or shorter during the autumn? Shorter
  10. Which butterfly species migrates from the United States to Mexico during the fall? Monarchs

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