Ah, October – a month where leaves turn golden, the air gets crisper, and everything and anything turns pumpkin-spiced. But beyond the cozy sweaters and Halloween shenanigans, October boasts a rich tapestry of historical events, global observances, and seasonal wonders that many of us might overlook in our eagerness to carve pumpkins or jump into piles of leaves.
From Columbus’s famous journey to the world’s most celebrated beer festival, October has been a witness to revolutions, milestones, and moments that have changed the course of history. The question, however, remains: how well do you truly know the tenth month of the year?
Put on your thinking cap – or perhaps your witch’s hat – and get ready to dive deep into the world of October trivia questions. And if you feel the thirst for more knowledge once you’re done, why not explore our trivia sections on September, November, December and halloween trivia? Let’s see if your knowledge is as vast as the October night sky!
On October 14, 1947, which American pilot became the first person to fly faster than the speed of sound?
Chuck Yeager
Neil Armstrong
John Glenn
Charles Lindbergh
In the United States, October is recognized as National what?
Cheese Month
Pizza Month
Pie Month
Burger Month
After 70 years of American control, the Panama Canal Zone was formally handed over to Panama in October of what year?
1946
1968
1982
1979
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, symbolized by what color ribbon?
Green
Pink
Black Monday
Red
Which international observance is celebrated on October 5th each year, promoting teachers and education?
World School Day
World Educator’s Day
World Education Day
World Teachers’ Day
In Roman mythology, October was dedicated to which goddess?
Juno
Minerva
Diana
Venus
Which iconic diamond, known for its blue color, was discovered in October 1905 and is regarded as one of the largest and most famous gemstones in the world?
Hope Diamond
Centenary Diamond
Idols Eye
Cullinan Diamond
In which country is the Oktoberfest beer festival traditionally celebrated in October?
Switzerland
Ireland
Mexico
Germany
Which important event took place on October 24, 1945, establishing the United Nations?
United Nations Declaration
United Nations Bill
United Nations Treaty
United Nations Charter
Which animal is associated with October in the Chinese zodiac?
The Rooster
The Monkey
The Rat
The Dog
Which famous playwright and poet was born on October 16, 1854?
George Bernard Shaw
Mark Twain
Jonathan Swift
Oscar Wilde
Which former president and humanitarian was born on October 1, 1924?
Harry Truman
Grover Cleveland
Richard Nixon
Jimmy Carter
Which national holiday in the United States is observed on the second Monday of October to honor the contributions of indigenous peoples?
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Cinco de Mayo
Diwali
Australia Day
Which former Beatle was born on October 9, 1940?
George Harrison
Paul McCartney
John Lennon
Ringo Starr
What is the birth flower for October?
Hydrangea
Sunflower
Peony
Marigold
Which famous artist, known for his series of paintings depicting water lilies, was born on October 14, 1840?
Edouard Manet
Claude Monet
Edgar Degas
Paul Cezanne
Which famous American rapper and actor was born on October 17, 1972?
Method Man
Ice Cube
Jay-Z
Eminem
In the Roman calendar, October was originally the ______ month.
Fourth
Eighth
Second
Eleventh
Which zodiac sign is associated with the month of October?
Libra
Cancer
Taurus
Pisces
In October 1941, Mount Rushmore National Memorial was completed, but how many years had it taken to construct it?
8
14
4
18
Which gemstone is associated with October?
Ruby
Opal
Topaz
Emerald
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