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How sharp is your memory? Answer these recall-based trivia questions that test what you remember!

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How many states are there in the United States of America?

About Trivia Recall

How sharp is your memory? Answer these recall-based trivia questions that test what you remember! Trivia Recall packs 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 6 medium, 5 easy, 4 hard questions into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.

A few sample questions

  1. 1. How many states are there in the United States of America?

    Answer: 50

    The United States has 50 states. The last two to join were Alaska and Hawaii, both admitted in 1959.

  2. 2. How many letters are in the English alphabet?

    Answer: 26

    The English alphabet has 26 letters, from A to Z.

  3. 3. How many continents are there on Earth?

    Answer: 7

    There are 7 continents: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America.

  4. 4. How many planets are in our solar system?

    Answer: 8

    There are 8 planets in our solar system. Pluto was reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006.

  5. 5. How many colors are in a rainbow?

    Answer: 7

    A rainbow has 7 colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet (ROYGBIV).

Things you'll learn along the way

  • A hexagon has 6 sides. The prefix 'hex' comes from the Greek word for six.
  • The U.S. Supreme Court has 9 justices: one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.
  • There were 13 original colonies, which is why the American flag has 13 stripes.

Frequently asked questions

Is Trivia Recall free to play?

Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Trivia Recall — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.

How long does Trivia Recall take?

Most players finish Trivia Recall in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.

What's a good follow-up after Trivia Recall?

If you enjoyed this memory games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.

Can I print Trivia Recall?

Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.

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