Fun Facts and Trivia Questions

Charlie hosts a show called 'Weird But True' at National Geographic, exploring bizarre yet factual topics. The video covers quirky events like pancake races and surfing dogs, weird wedding traditions, and the launch of a radio show. It also delves into interesting food, art, history, space, and animal facts, concluding with a rapid-fire round of fun facts.

What unusual race involves runners carrying frying pans and flapjacks?

• The Breakfast Run

• The Pancake Race

• The Frying Pan Dash

• The Flapjack Sprint

What is the record number of dogs that have surfed on a single surfboard?

• 20

• 17

• 15

• 10

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a Weird But True fact in the radio show game?

• Hot air ballooning was once an Olympic sport

• A hot drink can cool you down faster than a cold one

• You can get brain fire, the opposite of brain freeze

• You can get sunburn on your eyes

How many apples are needed to make a gallon of apple cider?

• 60

• 24

• 36

• 48

What unusual material has been used to make wedding gowns?

• Newspaper

• Plastic

• Aluminum foil

• Toilet paper

What is the power consumption of the human brain equivalent to?

• 10 watt light bulb

• 20 watt light bulb

• 15 watt light bulb

• 5 watt light bulb

What are the holes in Swiss cheese called?

• Gaps

• Pockets

• Eyes

• Bubbles

What does the Latin name 'Tyrannosaurus Rex' mean?

• Ancient ruler

• Giant lizard king

• Mighty dinosaur

• Fearsome predator

What unique behavior does the Eastern spotted skunk exhibit before spraying?

• It jumps

• It rolls over

• It does a handstand

• It dances

What is a group of flamingos called?

• A flock

• A colony

• A flamboyance

• A parade