Wednesday is in the middle of the week, falling between Tuesday and Thursday. It is often referred to as “hump day” because it marks the halfway point of the weekend.
People have different routines on Wednesdays, like work, school, or activities. Some may have specific traditions or events on Wednesdays, while others see it as a regular day. Also, it is a day to catch up on tasks and make plans for the rest of the week.
Despite its position in the week, Wednesday holds significance for many as a time to reflect on the past few days and look forward to the weekend ahead.
Here are some Wednesday trivia questions for you to know more about this day of the week.
Wednesday Trivia Questions For Kids
Q: What is the English name for the day of the week that comes after Tuesday?
A: Wednesday.
Q: In Roman mythology, which god is associated with Wednesday?
A: Mercury.
Q: What is the third day of the traditional workweek?
A: Wednesday.
Q: What is the Spanish word for Wednesday?
A: Miércoles.
Q: In Norse mythology, Wednesday is named after which god?
A: Odin.
Q: Which planet is associated with Wednesday in astrology?
A: Mercury.
Q: In the nursery rhyme, what is Wednesday’s child full of?
A: Woe.
Q: What is the term for a person born on a Wednesday?
A: Wednesday’s child.
Q: In the Addams Family theme song, what phrase is associated with Wednesday Addams?
A: “Wednesday’s at home.”
Q: What is the famous nickname for the Wednesday before Thanksgiving?
A: Black Wednesday.
Q: In the TV series “The Addams Family,” what is Wednesday Addams’ middle name?
A: Friday.
Q: Which medieval English poem features a dream on the night of Wednesday?
A: “Piers Plowman” by William Langland.
Q: In some cultures, Wednesday is considered an auspicious day for what type of activities?
A: Wedding.
Q: What is the term for the Christian religious observance on the Wednesday before Easter?
A: Ash Wednesday.
Q: Which famous comic strip character often exclaims, “Good grief!” and appears in newspapers every Wednesday?
A: Charlie Brown.
Q: The French word for Wednesday is derived from the Latin word “Mercurii dies,” which means what?
A: Day of Mercury.
Q: In astronomy, Wednesday is associated with the planet Mercury. What is unique about Mercury’s rotation?
A: It has a slow rotation but a fast orbital speed.
Q: In Chinese culture, Wednesday is associated with which of the five elements?
A: Wood.
Q: What is the title of the song by The Beatles that mentions Wednesday?
A: “Lady Madonna.”
Q: In which iconic horror film is Wednesday Addams a character?
A: “The Addams Family” and “Addams Family Values.”
Q: In literature, which famous detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is known for saying, “The game is afoot” and has a preference for Wednesday?
A: Sherlock Holmes.
Q: Which fictional character by Roald Dahl has a daughter named Wednesday?
A: Gomez Addams from “The Addams Family.”
Q: What is the Latin origin of the word “Wednesday”?
A: “Dies Mercurii.”
Q: In astrology, what is the ruling planet for Wednesday-born individuals?
A: Mercury.
Q: In which board game is Wednesday the middle square?
A: The game of Life.
Q: In the nursery rhyme “Monday’s Child,” what characteristic is associated with Wednesday’s child?
A: Full of woe.
Q: According to superstition, what is the best day of the week to marry?
A: Wednesday.
Q: In the 1960s TV series “The Addams Family,” who played the character Wednesday Addams?
A: Lisa Loring.
Q: What is the traditional color associated with Wednesday?
A: Green.
Q: In some cultures, Wednesday is considered a bad day for what activity?
A: Cutting hair.
Q: Which famous 1970s TV series featured a character named Wednesday Malone?
A: “The Addams Family.”
Q: What is the name of the pub in London in Charles Dickens’ novel “A Tale of Two Cities” where Mr. Stryver proposes to Lucie Manette on a Wednesday?
A: The Old Bailey.
Q: In the context of restaurant specials, what is sometimes referred to as “Wine Wednesday”?
A: A day when restaurants offer wine specials.
Q: In the nursery rhyme “Monday’s Child,” what characteristic is associated with Wednesday’s child?
A: Full of woe.
Q: According to an old proverb, what type of weather is indicated if Wednesday is fine?
A: Saturday’s weather will be fine.
Q: In the TV series “The Addams Family,” what pet does Wednesday Addams own?
A: A disembodied hand named “Thing.”
Q: According to astrology, which zodiac sign is associated with Wednesday?
A: Virgo.
Q: In the 1970 musical film “On a Clear Day You Can See Forever,” Barbra Streisand sang a song about Wednesday. What is the title of that song?
A: “On a Clear Day (You Can See Forever).”
And there you have it, the midweek trivia adventure! We’ve turned Wednesday into a playground of knowledge, from brain teasers to fun facts.
Whether you aced it or simply enjoyed the mental gymnastics, remember that every Wednesday is a chance to celebrate curiosity and conquer the challenges of the week. Until next time, keep those neurons firing and make everyday trivia-worthy!
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