As the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers,” and what better way to celebrate the blossoming beauty of May than with a trivia quiz dedicated to this delightful month? From historical events and famous birthdays to cultural festivals and nature’s rebirth, May is a month full of excitement and change. In this set of 21 May trivia questions and answers, we’ll explore everything that makes May special. Whether you’re a fan of the sunny days ahead or the rich history woven through the month, there’s something here for everyone. So, gather your friends, test your knowledge, and maybe even learn something new about the fifth month of the year. Ready to challenge yourself and spring into summer knowledgeably?
For more seasonal fun, check out our trivia questions on ‘Spring festivals,’ ‘Summer activities,’ and ‘April historical events’ to keep the trivia season going strong!
Who made the first non-stop transatlantic flight in history on May 20 and 21, 1927?
Amelia Earhart
Charles Lindbergh
Bob Dole
Anne Of Green Gables
What public holiday in Nigeria is held annually on May 29?
Boxing Day
Worker’s Day
Independence Day
Democracy Day
The Capitol building in Austin, Texas, which opened May 16, 1888, is built of what stone?
Texas Marble
Limestone
Texas Pink Granite
Slate
Which statement best describes the tradition of wearing carnations on Mother’s Day as established by Anna Jarvis?
Wear a colored carnation if one’s mother has passed away and a white carnation if she is alive.
Wear a red carnation to symbolize a mother’s strength and a blue one to symbolize her kindness.
Wear a colored carnation if one’s mother is alive and a white carnation if she has passed away.
No carnations are worn, but a bouquet is sent to honor all mothers.
What color ribbon is associated with Mental Health Awareness Month in May?
Blue
Red
Green
Yellow
Who delivered the speech at the inaugural Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in 1868?
Abraham Lincoln
Ulysses S. Grant
Robert E. Lee
James Garfield
Which country voted to become independent on May 21, 2006?
Eritrea
Montenegro
Serbia
East Timor
Who hosted his last episode of “The Tonight Show” on May 22, 1992?
Jay Leno
Ed McMahon
Johnny Carson
David Letterman
What happened on May 18, 1980?
Mt. St. Helens Erupted
John Lennon Was Assassinated
Gordie Howe Retired From Hockey
Jean-Paul Sartre Died
Who assumed the title “Empress of India” in May 1876?
Queen Elizabeth I
Queen Mary I
Queen Victoria
Queen Mary II
Which Broadway musical ended its 16-year run in May 2003?
Phantom Of The Opera
Cats
Les Miserables
Miss Saigon
Which May holiday was first celebrated in 1908 in West Virginia?
Mother’s Day
Independence Day
Christmas Eve
Memorial Day
What artist recorded the song “White Christmas” in New York on May 29, 1942?
Al Hirt
Dean Martin
Bing Crosby
Jery Lewis
Who is the world-famous singer who passed away on May 14th, 1998?
George Michael
Elvis Presley
Luciano Pavarotti
Frank Sinatra
What takes place in the USA on the first Saturday in May?
Kentucky Derby
Election Day
Preakness Stakes
Daytona 500
Who did Kenny Chesney marry on May 9, 2005?
Renee Zellweger
Serena Williams
Faith Hill
Julia Roberts
What is the name of the pole around which British children dance on May Day?
Light Pole
Flag Pole
May Pole
Totem Pole
On May 13th, 2006, who did Nicole Kidman announce she would marry?
Tim McGraw
Chad Lowe
Keith Urban
Tom Cruise
On May 27, 1993, which world-famous museum was seriously damaged by a bomb blast?
The Alte Pinakothek, Munich
The Louvre, Paris
The Galleria Uffizi, Florence
The Hermitage, St. Petersburg
On 18 May 2004, what did the World Health Organization announce had been eradicated in China?
SARS
Diptheria
Polio
Chickenpox
What holiday did Woodrow Wilson make official in May 1914?
Halloween
Valentine’s Day
New Year’s Eve
Mother’s Day
What is celebrated on May 4th?
Star Wars Day
Onion Rings Day
Ghosts Day
Loyalty Day
What country did England declare war against on May 9th, 1689?
Ghana
America
France
Canada
On which islands did Britain explode two nuclear devices in May and June 1956?
The Galapagos Islands
The Ashmore And Cartier Islands
The Falkland Islands
The Monte Bello Islands
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