The Daily Quiz for February 9, 2025

The dachshund was originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers. The name “dachshund” comes from the German words Dachs, meaning “badger”, and Hund, meaning “dog”.

Mercury completes an orbit around the Sun in just 88 Earth days, the shortest year of any planet in our solar system.

The danger zone refers to temperatures between 40°F and 140°F (4°C to 60°C) where bacteria multiply rapidly, increasing the risk of foodborne illness.

Boardwalk is the most expensive property in the classic US version of Monopoly, costing $400.

The harsh terms of the treaty are often cited as a factor leading to World War II.

During the lake lift practice scenes, Baby is seen carrying a watermelon to help her get used to the weight.

Washington D.C. was built on a swamp, and many buildings in the city are slowly sinking!

Most meteors that enter Earth’s atmosphere are between the size of a grain of sand and a pea

The song was originally written for disco star Sylvester, who passed on it before it was offered to The Weather Girls.

Pilot a Scottish pop rock band had their only international hit with this catchy tune.