VT Daily Trivia is published by Virginia Times every day. Each edition delivers ten quick, student-friendly questions drawn from three core areas: Word of the Day (vocabulary), Civics (U.S./Virginia), and World Facts (geography, capitals, flags).
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1) Word of the Day — “quotidian” most nearly means:
Definition
“Quotidian” = everyday or ordinary; happening daily. Example: “She found joy in the quotidian rhythm of morning coffee and a short walk.”
2) Civics — How long is one term for a U.S. Senator?
Definition
Senators serve six-year terms. Elections are staggered so roughly one‑third of the Senate is up for election every two years.
3) World Facts — What is the capital of Kenya?
Definition
Nairobi is Kenya’s capital and largest city, serving as a regional hub for diplomacy, trade, and wildlife conservation tourism.
4) Virginia Civics — Which is the highest court in Virginia?
Definition
The Supreme Court of Virginia is the Commonwealth’s court of last resort. It reviews decisions from lower courts and interprets Virginia law and the state constitution.
5) World Facts — Which nation’s flag features a maple leaf?
Definition
Canada’s flag shows a stylized red, 11‑point maple leaf between two red bars, adopted in 1965.
6) Word of the Day — “cogent” arguments are:
Definition
“Cogent” = convincing and well‑reasoned. Example: “Her cogent memo changed the entire vote.”
7) World Facts — The Danube River empties into which body of water?
Definition
After flowing through Central and Eastern Europe, the Danube forms a delta in Romania and Ukraine before reaching the Black Sea.
8) Civics — How many voting members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?
Definition
The House has 435 voting members apportioned by population among the states; delegates and the Resident Commissioner are non‑voting.
9) World Facts — What is the largest desert on Earth by area?
Definition
Deserts are defined by aridity, not heat. Antarctica is a polar desert and, by area, the largest in the world.
10) Civics — The First Amendment primarily protects:
Definition
The First Amendment bars Congress from abridging core expressive freedoms: speech, religion, press, peaceful assembly, and petitioning the government.
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