Looking for a fun and educational way to engage your middle schoolers or perhaps test your own knowledge?
As a former educator, camp counselor, and current middle school parent, I’ve seen firsthand how trivia can be a great tool for learning and bonding.
That’s why I’ve compiled a list of 100 Middle School Trivia Questions covering everything from the solar system to U.S. history, and famous artworks like the Mona Lisa.
And if you want to start with something a bit easier, check out our 5th Grade Trivia Questions to warm up before diving in.
Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or just love a good trivia challenge, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy!
Science & Nature
Hey science enthusiasts and nature lovers! Ready to explore the universe from the comfort of your living room? Whether you’re curious about the largest ocean on Earth or the complexities of the human body, we’ve got your scientific curiosities covered. Fasten your seat belts; we’re rocketing from the solar system to the deepest oceans and even diving into some adult humans’ biology. Don’t worry, the correct answer to each trivia question will be revealed immediately after, so you can tally up those bonus points as you go!
- What is the largest planet in our solar system?
- Correct Answer: Jupiter
- What is the largest ocean on Earth?
- Correct Answer: Pacific Ocean
- How many bones do adult humans have?
- Correct Answer: 206
- What is the smallest planet in the solar system?
- Correct Answer: Mercury
- Which planet is known as the “Red Planet”?
- Correct Answer: Mars
- What is the powerhouse of the cell?
- Correct Answer: Mitochondria
- What are the primary colors of light?
- Correct Answer: Red, Green, Blue
- Which is the longest river in the world?
- Correct Answer: The Nile
- Which planet is known as the “Hottest Planet”?
- Correct Answer: Venus
- Which ocean is the Indian Ocean connected to?
- Correct Answer: Atlantic Ocean
- How many chambers does the human heart have?
- Correct Answer: 4
- What is the smallest ocean on Earth?
- Correct Answer: Arctic Ocean
- Which gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere?
- Correct Answer: Carbon Dioxide
- How many U.S. states have a coastline?
- Correct Answer: 23
- Which element has the atomic number 1?
- Correct Answer: Hydrogen
- What is the most common gas in the Earth’s atmosphere?
- Correct Answer: Nitrogen
- What is the speed of light?
- Correct Answer: 299,792 km/s
- How many teeth do most adult humans have?
- Correct Answer: 32
- Which planet is known as the “Gas Giant”?
- Correct Answer: Jupiter
Looking for more trivia questions? Check out our 100 Best Science Trivia Questions for Kids for even more exciting facts and challenges from the past!
Well, there you have it, folks—20 mind-boggling questions from the realm of Science & Nature! How did you do? Whether you aced it or are still pondering over the speed of light and the intricacies of the human heart, we hope you had a blast. Keep those trivia gears turning, because science never sleeps, and neither should your curiosity! Ready for the next challenge?
History & Geography
Hey history buffs and geography gurus! Ready to take a trip back in time and around the globe? From the United States to South America, from the first president of the United States, George Washington, to world records in exploration, this section is a goldmine of historical and geographical nuggets. So, pull out those thinking caps and let’s see how many correct answers you can nail!
- Who was the first president of the United States?
- Correct Answer: George Washington
- What is the largest country by land area?
- Correct Answer: Russia
- Which continent is the Sahara Desert located on?
- Correct Answer: Africa
- What is the capital of South America’s Brazil?
- Correct Answer: Brasília
- In what year did the United States declare its independence?
- Correct Answer: 1776
- Which U.S. state is known as the “Windy City”?
- Correct Answer: (Trick question!) “Windy City” is a nickname for Chicago, Illinois, not a state.
- Who was the first human to walk on the moon?
- Correct Answer: Neil Armstrong
- What are the Great Lakes of North America?
- Correct Answer: Superior, Huron, Michigan, Erie, Ontario
- Which country has the longest border with the United States?
- Correct Answer: Canada
- Who was the 16th president of the United States?
- Correct Answer: Abraham Lincoln
- What is the smallest continent by land area?
- Correct Answer: Australia
- Which European country colonized Brazil?
- Correct Answer: Portugal
- In which U.S. state is the Grand Canyon located?
- Correct Answer: Arizona
- Which war was fought between the North and the South in the United States?
- Correct Answer: The Civil War
- Which river is the longest in the United States?
- Correct Answer: Missouri River
- Who is credited with discovering America?
- Correct Answer: Christopher Columbus (though it’s worth noting that indigenous peoples were already here)
- What is the tallest mountain in the world?
- Correct Answer: Mount Everest
- Which Asian country has the world record for the highest population?
- Correct Answer: China
- Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
- Correct Answer: Thomas Jefferson
- Which country has the most number of U.S. states bordering it?
- Correct Answer: Canada
Looking for more trivia questions? Check out our 100 Best History Trivia Questions for Kids for even more exciting facts and challenges from the past! Whether you’re a history aficionado or a geography whiz, we hope you had an awesome time testing your knowledge.
Keep those trivia gears churning because learning never stops, and neither should you! Ready for the next round of questions? Stick around for more trivia excitement in different categories.
Arts & Entertainment
Hey pop culture aficionados and art admirers! Ready to dive into a world of imagination, creativity, and maybe a dash of magic?
Whether you’re a Harry Potter series fanatic, a connoisseur of classical art like the Mona Lisa, or you just can’t get enough of pop sensations like Justin Bieber, this section is for you!
Grab your wands and paintbrushes; let’s see how many correct answers you can conjure up!
- Who painted the Mona Lisa?
- Correct Answer: Leonardo da Vinci
- Which Disney character is known as the “Little Mermaid”?
- Correct Answer: Ariel
- Who wrote the Harry Potter series?
- Correct Answer: J.K. Rowling
- What are the primary colors in painting?
- Correct Answer: Red, Blue, Yellow
- What is the title of the first Harry Potter book?
- Correct Answer: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (or Sorcerer’s Stone in the U.S.)
- Which musical instrument has 88 keys?
- Correct Answer: Piano
- Who played Jack Dawson in the movie “Titanic”?
- Correct Answer: Leonardo DiCaprio
- Which Disney princess has a pet tiger?
- Correct Answer: Jasmine
- Who composed the music for the movie “The Lion King”?
- Correct Answer: Elton John
- Which animated film features a character named Simba?
- Correct Answer: The Lion King
- Who is the singer of the hit song “Baby”?
- Correct Answer: Justin Bieber
- What is the capital of Hollywood?
- Correct Answer: (Trick question!) Hollywood is not a capital; it’s a district in Los Angeles, California.
- Who wrote “To Kill a Mockingbird”?
- Correct Answer: Harper Lee
- What are the four houses in the Harry Potter series?
- Correct Answer: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, Slytherin
- Which Disney character is known for leaving a glass slipper at a royal ball?
- Correct Answer: Cinderella
- What is the name of the fictional wizarding school in the Harry Potter series?
- Correct Answer: Hogwarts
- Who sang “Imagine”?
- Correct Answer: John Lennon
- What is the tallest building in the United States?
- Correct Answer: One World Trade Center
- Which Broadway musical is known for the song “Defying Gravity”?
- Correct Answer: Wicked
- Which Disney film features a young lion cub named Simba?
- Correct Answer: The Lion King
And that’s a wrap on our Arts & Entertainment trivia! From the magical realms of the Harry Potter series to the timeless allure of the Mona Lisa, we hope you had a blast testing your artistic and pop culture know-how.
How did you score? Ready to dive into more questions from different realms? Stick around because the trivia fun isn’t over yet.
General Knowledge & Odd Facts
Hey there, trivia fans! Are you ready to flex those brain muscles on some truly unique facts? From basic general knowledge questions to the fastest land animal, we’ve got a smorgasbord of topics to challenge even the trivia masters among you. So put on your game face, and let’s see how many correct answers you can score in this game of general questions!
- What shape is a stop sign?
- Correct Answer: Octagon
- What’s the largest ocean on Earth?
- Correct Answer: Pacific Ocean
- What is the hottest planet in our solar system?
- Correct Answer: Venus
- Which animal holds the world record for the longest lifespan?
- Correct Answer: Bowhead Whale
- How many U.S. states are there?
- Correct Answer: 50
- Who invented the light bulb?
- Correct Answer: Thomas Edison
- How many chambers does the human heart have?
- Correct Answer: Four
- What is the largest planet in our solar system?
- Correct Answer: Jupiter
- Which country features a maple leaf on its flag?
- Correct Answer: Canada
- What’s the primary gas in Earth’s atmosphere?
- Correct Answer: Nitrogen
- What color is the “Green Light” in traffic lights?
- Correct Answer: Green
- Who holds the world record for the most Olympic gold medals?
- Correct Answer: Michael Phelps
- Which dwarf planet was reclassified from being a planet in 2006?
- Correct Answer: Pluto
- What is the largest land animal?
- Correct Answer: African Elephant
- What is the atomic symbol for gold?
- Correct Answer: Au
- What is the longest river in the world?
- Correct Answer: Nile River
- How many adult humans live on Earth?
- Correct Answer: The number is always changing, but as of 2021, the estimate was around 7.8 billion.
- What’s the windiest planet in our solar system?
- Correct Answer: Neptune
- Who was the first animal in space?
- Correct Answer: Laika the Dog
- Which sea creature has three hearts?
- Correct Answer: Octopus
We’ve wrapped up another round of trivia, this time diving into some seriously quirky facts and general knowledge questions. How did you fare? Whether you’re a trivia night champion or just here for some fun family game nights, we hope you had a blast. Stick around because the trivia fun is far from over.
Pop Culture & Current Events
Hey, all you pop culture gurus and current events enthusiasts! Ready to test your knowledge on everything from TikTok trends to global headlines?
Pop culture isn’t just for high school students; it’s a big part of most days for people of all ages. Whether you’re a trivia night regular or you’re simply curious to know more about what’s happening around the globe, this is your section. Time to see how many correct answers you can rack up!
- Who won the U.S. presidential election in 2020?
- Correct Answer: Joe Biden
- Which movie won the Oscar for Best Picture in 2021?
- Correct Answer: Nomadland
- Who performs the song “Blinding Lights”?
- Correct Answer: The Weeknd
- What is the name of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s first child?
- Correct Answer: Archie
- What platform is known for the “Renegade” dance?
- Correct Answer: TikTok
- What’s the popular coffee trend that went viral on social media in 2020?
- Correct Answer: Dalgona Coffee
- Who is the author of the memoir “Becoming”?
- Correct Answer: Michelle Obama
- What is the name of Elon Musk and Grimes’ first child?
- Correct Answer: X AE A-12
- Who played the title role in the 2021 film “Black Widow”?
- Correct Answer: Scarlett Johansson
- Which app is known for short-form videos and was developed in China?
- Correct Answer: TikTok
- What did NASA’s Perseverance Rover search for on Mars?
- Correct Answer: Signs of Past Life and Samples for Future Return
- Which country hosted the 2021 Olympic Games?
- Correct Answer: Japan
- Who was Time Magazine’s Person of the Year in 2021?
- Correct Answer: Elon Musk
- Which cryptocurrency reached an all-time high in 2021?
- Correct Answer: Bitcoin
- What is the primary social media platform used by Gen Z?
- Correct Answer: TikTok
- Who performed at the 2021 Super Bowl halftime show?
- Correct Answer: The Weeknd
- What was the most-streamed song on Spotify in 2021?
- Correct Answer: “Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber
- Who is the youngest woman ever to serve in the United States Congress?
- Correct Answer: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
- Which company became the first to reach a $3 trillion market cap?
- Correct Answer: Apple
- What is the newest social media app focused on audio conversations?
- Correct Answer: Clubhouse
And there we have it—our journey through the buzz-worthy world of Pop Culture & Current Events has come to a close! How did you score?
Whether you aced every question or learned something new, the best part of middle school trivia is, of course, the trivia itself! Stay tuned for more lists of trivia questions to tickle your brain and keep you in the know.
Technology & Innovations
Hey tech aficionados and curious minds! Ready to put your knowledge of the digital world and groundbreaking innovations to the test? From the inventor of the telephone to the largest tech company, we’re about to get into some next-level questions. Let’s find out how many correct answers you can tally up!
- Who is credited with inventing the telephone?
- Correct Answer: Alexander Graham Bell
- What does the acronym “URL” stand for?
- Correct Answer: Uniform Resource Locator
- Which company developed the Windows operating system?
- Correct Answer: Microsoft
- What’s the primary programming language for iOS apps?
- Correct Answer: Swift
- What does “AI” stand for?
- Correct Answer: Artificial Intelligence
- Who founded Tesla, Inc.?
- Correct Answer: Elon Musk
- What was the first video game console?
- Correct Answer: Magnavox Odyssey
- What year did the first iPhone come out?
- Correct Answer: 2007
- Which planet is known as the ‘Red Planet’?
- Correct Answer: Mars
- Who was the CEO of Yahoo in 2017?
- Correct Answer: Marissa Mayer
- What is the largest tech company by market cap?
- Correct Answer: Apple
- Who is the co-founder of Microsoft Corporation?
- Correct Answer: Bill Gates
- What does the ‘www’ in a website URL stand for?
- Correct Answer: World Wide Web
- What’s the smallest unit of digital information?
- Correct Answer: Bit
- What year did the first man land on the moon?
- Correct Answer: 1969
- What does “HTML” stand for?
- Correct Answer: HyperText Markup Language
- What is the world’s largest social media platform?
- Correct Answer: Facebook
- Which tech giant was originally known as “Backrub”?
- Correct Answer: Google
- Which device was first released on April 3, 2010?
- Correct Answer: iPad
- What does the acronym “PDF” stand for?
- Correct Answer: Portable Document Format
That’s a wrap on our Technology & Innovations section! How tech-savvy are you feeling right now? Whether you got every correct answer or just added some fun facts to your knowledge vault, the important thing is—you guessed it—the trivia! Stay connected for more electrifying questions coming your way.
Food & Cuisine
Hello, foodies and culinary adventurers! Are you ready to indulge your taste buds in a trivia feast? From world-famous dishes to food origins, we’ve cooked up some delicious questions for you. Let’s dig in and see how many correct answers you can serve up!
- What country is sushi from?
- Correct Answer: Japan
- What is the main ingredient in traditional Greek moussaka?
- Correct Answer: Eggplant
- Which fruit is known as the “king of fruits”?
- Correct Answer: Durian
- What is the national dish of Spain?
- Correct Answer: Paella
- In which U.S. state did the Caesar salad originate?
- Correct Answer: California
- Which type of pasta is shaped like small rice grains?
- Correct Answer: Orzo
- What is the main ingredient in guacamole?
- Correct Answer: Avocado
- What is the primary ingredient in a traditional Margherita pizza?
- Correct Answer: Tomato
- Which spice is the most expensive?
- Correct Answer: Saffron
- What are the primary colors used in the Australian flag?
- Correct Answer: Red, White, and Blue
- What does “al dente” mean?
- Correct Answer: To the tooth (firm when bitten)
- What is the national flower of Japan?
- Correct Answer: Cherry Blossom
- What is the key ingredient in a traditional Hummus?
- Correct Answer: Chickpeas
- What is the primary ingredient in a Falafel?
- Correct Answer: Chickpeas
- What is the most consumed meat worldwide?
- Correct Answer: Pork
- What are the primary colors in the Indian flag?
- Correct Answer: Saffron, White, and Green
- What is the main ingredient in a traditional Greek Gyro?
- Correct Answer: Meat (often lamb, beef, or chicken)
- What country is the origin of the sandwich?
- Correct Answer: England
- What is the key ingredient in ratatouille?
- Correct Answer: Vegetables (commonly eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes)
- What does the French phrase “Bon Appétit” mean?
- Correct Answer: Enjoy your meal
And there you have it! Our food-centric journey has come to a delicious end. How did you do? Whether you’re a gourmet chef or a microwave maestro, we hope you enjoyed this scrumptious round of trivia.
Bonus Trivia Section: The Cherry on Top!
Hey, trivia enthusiasts, if you thought the fun was over, think again! We’ve got a bonus round packed with some extra special fun trivia questions.
Perfect for middle schoolers or anyone up for the challenge, this section covers various subjects from around the world and beyond. It’s like the VIP lounge of trivia—so let’s dive in!
- Where is the Eiffel Tower located?
- Correct Answer: Paris, France
- What are the colors of the American flag?
- Correct Answer: Red, white, and blue
- Which galaxy is Earth part of?
- Correct Answer: Milky Way
- Who is the main character in “Snow White”?
- Correct Answer: Snow White
- Where is the official residence of the President of the United States?
- Correct Answer: White House
- What is located at the northernmost point on Earth?
- Correct Answer: North Pole
- How many U.S. states are there?
- Correct Answer: 50
- What is the largest continent?
- Correct Answer: Asia
- Which country is also known as the United Kingdom?
- Correct Answer: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
- What shape has a right angle?
- Correct Answer: Right triangle
- Where is the Taj Mahal located?
- Correct Answer: Agra, India
- What is a new moon?
- Correct Answer: The phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth
- Where is the Hollywood sign located?
- Correct Answer: Los Angeles, California
- Which U.S. President was Barack Obama?
- Correct Answer: 44th
- Where is the Vatican City located?
- Correct Answer: An independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy
- What’s the world’s largest mammal?
- Correct Answer: Blue Whale
- How many U.S. states are there?
- Correct Answer: 50
- What’s the capital of the United States?
- Correct Answer: Washington, D.C.
- Who’s the main character in “The Jungle Book”?
- Correct Answer: Mowgli
- What was the first atomic bomb called?
- Correct Answer: Little Boy
- What’s a common platform for hosting Trivia Quizzes online?
- Correct Answer: Kahoot!
- Where is the Empire State Building located?
- Correct Answer: New York City, New York
- What is a Lunar Eclipse?
- Correct Answer: When the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing a shadow on the Moon.
- Which climates are generally warmer?
- Correct Answer: Tropical climates
- Who wrote “The Jungle Book”?
- Correct Answer: Rudyard Kipling
- What’s the largest species of toothed whale?
- Correct Answer: Sperm Whale
- Who was the youngest president in U.S. history?
- Correct Answer: Theodore Roosevelt
And that’s a wrap for our extra-special bonus section! Whether you’re a trivia veteran or you’ve just discovered this big part of the middle school experience, we hope you enjoyed this list of trivia questions.
They make for a fun way to test your general knowledge trivia and learn something new. From the Eiffel Tower to the Milky Way, these questions took us on a mini-voyage right from the comfort of our screens. Until next time, keep exploring and keep quizzing!
Conclusion
Well, folks, there you have it—a whirlwind trivia tour filled with more trivia questions than you could shake a stick at. From the wonders of science to pop culture, we’ve covered historical milestones, the latest in tech innovations, and even had a tasty detour through world cuisines.
Whether you’ve been a trivia enthusiast your entire life or you’re a curious cat looking to brush up on general knowledge, we’ve got you.
With easy trivia questions for the newbies and some stumper kids trivia questions for our younger audience, there’s something for everyone!
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Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
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