15 questions that even smart people fail to answer

Think you’re clever? Then put your knowledge to the test: these 15 questions will make even geniuses ponder. Will you crack them all?

Do you think you have the answer to every of these 15 questions? In this quiz, it’s not just half-knowledge that counts, but a real understanding of the details. We start with a simple challenge: Which country is the origin of the famous Dijon mustard, which is so often used in fine cuisine? It gives many a dish that decisive spice. If you know your way around the world of flavors, you’re sure to have the right answer in no time.

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We continue with fast cars and great fame. Who became Formula 1 World Champion for the third time in a row in 2023? This question sounds easy for motorsport fans, but many get confused when they mix up the title years. That’s the appeal of this question: it makes you wonder, even about topics you think you know in your sleep. Do you remember the overtaking maneuvers and the season highlights? Can you name the winner of the series? Here’s a hint: he wasn’t the Formula 1 world champion in 2025.

We also travel to Italy in the quiz. What is the name of a northern Italian landscape and region on the Gulf of Genoa? Think of the coast, the sea and the regions that stretch out there. This area is famous for its small villages built into steep cliffs and its culinary specialties. If you name this region, you prove that you are at home in the geography of Europe. You need to know the exact name of the coastal landscape in order to successfully answer these 15 questions.

In this quiz, we also look at philosophy and language. What does utopia mean in ancient Greek? This question will hopefully get culture enthusiasts and language lovers excited. The term stands for an idea that not only wrote history, but also shaped ways of thinking. But what is behind it linguistically? Your knowledge of ancient languages or your feel for word meanings can give you the decisive clue here. Do you already have the answer in mind?

Only brave minds can pass this quiz: can you answer all 15 questions?

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