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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…..

Wednesday, March 23, 201603/23/2016

Thursday’s question: In china, THIS color is considered unlucky. Which color?

In Coffee Break Trivia

Color, or lack thereof…..

Tuesday, March 22, 201603/22/2016

Wednesday’s question: THESE were illegal in France from 1748 to 1772 because the government thought they were poisonous. What are they?

In Coffee Break Trivia

What these are made of… Definitely would not have gone over well in Ireland.

Friday, March 18, 201603/18/2016

Monday’s question: If you ever took a tour of The White House, you’d find 28 of these. What?

In Coffee Break Trivia

It’s the PLACE where what’s pictured goes…

Thursday, March 17, 201603/17/2016

Friday’s question: 43.97 mph is the fastest speed ever recorded for THIS animal. Which animal?

In Coffee Break Trivia

Watch the whole video to figure out the answer!

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