Jeopardy! General Knowledge Practice

Complete these questions I got wrong while studying for Jeopardy!
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Expressionist Norwegian painter. Famous for 'The Scream'
Edvard Munch
Florentine renaissance painter. Famous for 'The Birth of Venus' and 'Primavera.' Patronized by the Medici
Sandro Botticelli
American painter who specialized in realism. Famous for 'Christina's World'
Andrew Wyeth
Spanish painter in sculptor who specialized in cubism. Famous for Guernica, The Old Guitarist, and Dove of Peace
Pablo Picasso
British military commander who defeated Napoleon. Eventually became British Prime Minister
Arthur Wellesley
British 20th century paleontologist. Famous for discovering the first Proconsul skull. Known for her work in Tanzania
Mary Leakey
Dutch baroque painter. Famous for 'The Night Watch' and 'The Storm on the Sea of Galilee
Rembrandt
German tennis star. Was ranked No. 1 for 377 weeks and married the man below
Steffi Graf
American tennis star. Won eight majors and married the woman above
Andre Agassi
British Naval officer. Helped stave off Napoleon during the Napoleonic wars.
Horatio Nelson
Roman emperor from 284 - 305. Created the Tetrarchy. Born in Croatia. Initiated the Great Persecution of Christians
Diocletian
Legendary king and folk hero. Associated with his magical sword, Excalibur, and advisor Merlin. Led a group of knights
King Arthur
Responsible for the Norman Conquest of England. Defeated King Harold at the Battle of Hastings. Commissioned the Doomsday Book. Built the Tower of London
William I
German composer famous for 'The Ring Cycle,' where 'Ride of the Valkyries' is from, and 'The Flying Dutchman'
Richard Wagner
American Pilot who completed the first solo transatlantic flight on 'The Spirit of St. Louis' from New York to Paris in 33 hours
Charles Lindbergh
1960's Canadian-American folk artist. Known for her album 'Blue,' and her songs 'Both Sides, Now,' 'Big Yellow Taxi,' and 'Woodstock'
Joni Mitchell
Queen from 1542 to 1567. Cousin of Elizabeth I, who later executed her for treason. Abdicated to James VI, her son, who later became James I
Mary Queen of Scots
Russian composer. Conducted ballets such as 'Firebird,' 'The Rite of Spring,' and 'Petrushka'
Igor Stravinsky
Place
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Biggest Stadium in the UK. Home to the English National Football Team
Wembley Stadium
Charles Dickens character. Poor orphan who goes to London. Becomes a pickpocket.
Oliver Twist
Anglican Church in London. Site of 40 coronations. Holds 18+ bodies of British Monarchs
Westminster Abbey
Scottish Archipelago near Norway. Northernmost part of the UK. Associated with Vikings
Shetlands
Early 17th century English theatre associated with Shakespeare. Recently reopened.
Globe Theatre
Mythical castle and court. Represents an ideal kingdom. First appeared in 12th-century French romances
Camelot
Residency of the NYC mayor since 1942. Built in 1799. Located in the UES on 88th
Gracie Mansion
Plaza in London where its battle is commemorated. Home to a famous column which honors the efforts of one of its heroes
Trafalgar Square
Island Napoleon was exiled to
Elba
Thing
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20th century book series about two amateur detectives: Frank and Joe. Often paired with Nancy Drew
Hardy Boys
South African/ British corp. that specializes in diamond mining. Sometimes referred to as a cartel
De Beers
Site where Napoleon was eventually defeated, marking the end of the Napoleonic wars
Battle of Waterloo
Colorful West African shirt, has an iconic 'V' pattern. Popularized by 20th century Black Panthers
Dashiki
Period of time ushered in following Napoleon's exile up until his final defeat. followed by the second restoration of King Louis XVIII
Hundred Days
Document agreed to by King John in 1215. Written by barons to protect against tyranny
Magna Carta
Comprised of the UK, Prussia, Austria, and Russia. Formed in 1815 to oppose Napoleon
Seventh Coalition
This Mexican plant is the base ingredient of tequila
Blue Agave
Mythical group of knights led by Lancelot and his son Galahad. Represented the medieval ideals of chivalry, equality, and unity
Knights of the Roundtable
Line of fighter jets used in WWII by the British. Designed by Supermarine
Spitfire
Means house in French
Maison
Cup Jesus Christ used at the Last Supper. In mythology, was pursued by a mythical group of knights. Said to have miraculous healing powers
Holy Grail
World's largest cosmetics company, based in France. Known for its hair color products. "Because I'm worth it''
Loreal
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2 Comments
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Level 64
Nov 22, 2025
William the Conqueror doesn't work because it's too long and Round table becasue it's too short?
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Level 54
Nov 25, 2025
thanks for leaving a comment. i have fixed both of those questions