Does your child ask you a lot of questions? If so, then turn the tables and get the wheels in their heads turning by asking them some trivia questions. Whether you're having a game night, sitting at dinner, or are bored in the house one day, these are the perfect questions to ask your children. 

We've put together a list of questions that range in difficulty. Some are a bit easier than others, so your little ones will have fun trying to figure out the answers. 

1. Which ocean is the largest? 

Starting your fun stay-at-home activity with a simple question is a reliable way to get your children engaged. Trivia questions and answers will help to make their night a bit more interesting. 

The world's largest ocean is the Pacific Ocean. 

2. How many colonies were there originally?

Knowing how many colonies there were originally is something that we all should know eventually. Test your little ones to see if they know it yet. 

The answer is thirteen. 

3. How many teeth do adult humans have? 

Asking this trivia question is perfect for children because they should be losing their baby teeth while they're waiting for their adult teeth to come in. For some kids, the answer might not be as obvious. 

Adults have thirty-two teeth. 

4. What type of fish is Nemo? 

Disney trivia is a great way to get your children excited to answer questions, especially if they love watching Disney movies. 

Nemo is a clownfish. 

5. What is the name of the first Disney Princess?

Knowing who the first Disney princess was is a question that your little ones might not know. Yet, it is an impressive trivia question for them to hold onto in their memory bank. 

The answer to this question is Snow White. 

6. Who are Cinderella's stepsisters?

Answering this question requires your children to pay close attention to the movies that they're watching. If they're able to answer the question by guessing, then they're very lucky guessers. 

The names of Cinderella's stepsisters are Anastasia and Drizella.

7. Who is Simba and Nala's daughter?

Lion King fans are going to love answering this trivia question. 

Simba and Nala's daughter is Kiara. 

8. What are two other names for Santa Claus?

Christmas trivia questions are always fun because they typically put everyone in a good mood — that is, unless you get into a debate about how many times you’re allowed to play Mariah Carey. The answer to this question is a bit flexible as there are quite a few names for Santa Claus. You can accept Saint Nick, Kris Kringle, Father Christmas, Pere Noel, and so many more. 

9. Which holiday movie was the highest-grossing of all time?

Themed fun trivia questions are great for children. Asking a question about movies making money is a good discussion topic. Plus, you can talk about what your favorite holiday movies are, especially if it’s close to the holiday season!

The answer is Home Alone. 

10. What temperature does water boil?

If you and your little ones are loving making some fall recipes, then they might know the answer to this question. 

Water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit. 

11. Is a tomato a fruit or vegetable?

An age old question that we’re still not even sure what the right answer is!nThese are some more random trivia questions about cooking and food that your children can answer, though. 

A tomato is a fruit. (But is it really a fruit though? — the world may never know)

12. Who was the first President of the United States?

Bring the question back a few hundred years and test their knowledge!

The answer to this question is George Washington.

13. Where is the coldest place on earth?

You might find your children guessing when trying to answer this question. Surprisingly, many children tend to get the right answer. 

If you're thinking Antarctica, then you would be correct. 

14. How many bones are in a shark body?

Good luck guessing the answer to this one — it usually catches children off guard! We were shocked to discover the answer to this fun trivia question as well. 

There are zero bones in a shark body!

15. How many wheels are on a school bus?

Asking this question is impressive to see how closely your little ones pay attention to their surroundings. 

A typical school bus will have six wheels, but some bigger buses can have ten. 

16. What happens if you freeze water?

Give your children a freebie question to make sure that they're still paying attention to the game. 

You get ice, of course!

17. How many planets are in the solar system?

Knowing how many planets are in the solar system is something that you typically learn early on — but that doesn’t mean it’s an easy question! 

There are eight planets in the solar system. Bonus points if you can name all eight!

18. Who wrote the play, Hamlet?

There should be a few random trivia questions in your game that are a bit tougher, especially if your children are older. 

This answer to this trivia question is William Shakespeare. 

19. What are the three primary colors?

Knowing the three primary colors is important! 

The three primary colors are red, yellow, and blue. 

20. How many bones are in the human body?

If you're competing on trivia night, then be sure to finish up with a question that is a bit difficult, especially if you're looking to break a tie. 

There are 206 bones in the human body. 

Wrapping up the trivia questions

Did you get them all right? These trivia questions and answers can be fun for the whole family!

Be sure to use these as inspiration for your next game night and quiz your children. They'll have fun trying to figure out the answers and earn points to win. Ready for your next game night? Maybe you’ll play cards, or even take some free classes as a family!