
For the past week and a half, the world’s attention has been on the events leading up to the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. In her honor, we present this queenly quiz. Each of these questions about queens was inspired by a Commonplace Fun Facts article. Links to the articles for each correct answer can be found at the end of the quiz.
For The Articles That Give More Information About Each Correct Answer, Click on the Links Below
The Battle of Bannockburn: How Scotland Won With Mud, Pikes, and One Very Unfortunate Axe
Discover how Robert the Bruce used mud, pikes, and battlefield smarts to win the Battle of Bannockburn and humble Edward II.
Professional Farters: The Weird Career Path Your Guidance Counselor Never Mentioned
Explore the strange true history of professional farters, from Roland the Farter and medieval court entertainment to Le Pétomane, the Moulin Rouge, Japanese fart battles, and Mr. Methane.
The 1976 Bicentennial: Tall Ships, Freedom Trains, Beards, and Patriotic Weirdness
Explore America’s 1976 Bicentennial celebrations, from tall ships and Freedom Trains to painted fire hydrants, patriotic beards, coins, Disney parades, and small-town weirdness.






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