VT Trivia is published daily at 5:00 AM Eastern—five quick questions to test vocabulary, civics knowledge, and world facts.
Civics
Who presides over the U.S. Senate when the Vice President is absent?
Definition
The Vice President is the Senate’s presiding officer. In their absence, the President pro tempore—typically the most senior member of the majority party—presides.
Word of the Day
What does “ephemeral” most nearly mean?
Definition
ephemeral (adj.): brief; lasting only a short period. Example: “The sunset’s beauty was ephemeral, fading in minutes.”
World Facts
Which country’s flag features a red maple leaf?
Definition
Canada’s flag, adopted in 1965, has a red field with a white square bearing a stylized red maple leaf in the center. The maple leaf has long been a national symbol of Canada.
Word of the Day
Choose the best definition of “obdurate.”
Definition
obdurate (adj.): resistant to persuasion; stubborn. Example: “The mayor remained obdurate despite public protests.”
World Facts
What is the capital city of Kenya?
Definition
Nairobi, founded in 1899, is Kenya’s capital and largest city. It is a major hub in East Africa and known as the “Green City in the Sun.”
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