Ready to kick off the new year with some brain-tickling trivia? While you’re busy setting goals and planning for success in 2025, take a quick break to test your knowledge about January— the month that starts it all. From ancient Roman calendars to modern-day traditions, January packs quite a historical punch. So, grab a warm drink, settle in and see how many of these January-themed questions you can answer correctly.

1. January is the coldest month of the year within most of which hemisphere?

A. Northern 

B. Southern 

C. Eastern 

D. Western 

2. What is January’s primary birth flower?

A. Daisy 

B. Rose 

C. Morning Glory 

D. Carnation 

3. Which two Zodiac signs are in January?

A. Capricorn and Aquarius 

B. Sagittarius and Capricorn 

C. Aquarius and Pisces 

D. Taurus and Gemini 

4. The 31st day of January was added by which Roman emperor?

A. Augustus 

B. Titus 

C. Caesar 

D. Numerian 

5. January’s moon is named after which animal?

A. Bear 

B. Wolf 

C. Mole 

D. Fox 

6. What is January’s birthstone?

A. Opal 

B. Amethyst 

C. Garnet 

D. Ruby 

7. The month of January was named after which Roman god?

A. Venus 

B. Janus 

C. Apollo 

D. Neptune 

8. Which awards ceremony first made its debut in January?

A. Emmy Awards 

B. Grammy Awards 

C. Tony Awards 

D. American Music Awards 

9. In January 1986, a law was passed in the US requiring motorists to do what?

A. Drive the minimum speed limit on highways and interstates. 

B. Drive in the right lane, except to pass. 

C. Children 12 and under to sit in the backseat. 

D. Wear a seatbelt. 

10. Including January, how many months have 31 days?

A. 3 

B. 2 

C. 7 

D. 6

Answer key: 1-A, 2-D, 3-A, 4-C, 5-B, 6-C, 7-B, 8-A, 9-D, 10-C