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Thursday, April 7, 201604/07/2016

Friday’s question: What does the “PT” in PT Cruiser stands for

In Coffee Break Trivia

P_ r s _ _ a l

t _ _ n s _ _ _ t.

Tuesday, April 5, 201604/05/2016

Thursday’s question: The theme song from THIS cartoon made it to number nine on the Billboard charts in 1986. Which cartoon?

In Coffee Break Trivia

Produced by Hanna-Barbera, originally airing in primetime from September 23, 1962, to March 17, 1963, then later in syndication, with new episodes in 1985 to 1987 as part of The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera block.

Monday, April 4, 201604/04/2016

Tuesday’s question: Every year April begins on the same day of the week as THIS month. Which month?

In Coffee Break Trivia

For instance:  April 1st was on a Friday this year therefore; THIS month will begin on a Friday as well.…

Friday, April 1, 201604/01/2016

Monday’s question: THIS show brings in more money for political TV ads than any other show. What show is it?

In Coffee Break Trivia

A ton of people watch it, and their average age is over 65,which is exactly who candidates want to target.

Wednesday, March 30, 201603/30/2016

Thursday’s question: The first passengers to ever ride on THIS were a sheep, a duck, and a rooster. What was it?

In Coffee Break Trivia

It happened in France in 1783, and the King was worried about how the altitude would affect people, so he wanted it tested on animals first.

Monday, March 28, 201603/28/2016

Tuesday’s Question: Back in 1988, there were only 6 of THESE reported. What?

In Coffee Break Trivia

If a human suffers one, they will likely recover after rest and medication. If a computer gets one, it is highly possible it will never recover…..

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