Jack-in-the-Box Trivia Quiz

Answer: Cashbox

A cashbox is a container for loose change or folding notes. Occasionally they have a lock and key or number code mechanism to keep the money more secure. Petty cash boxes are used in the workplace to keep hold of a money float, while children store their pocket money in a cashbox called a piggybank.

Answer: Gearbox

The gearbox is part of the engine transmission which also features the shaft and clutch. The toothed cogs, or gears, inside the box can be changed to alter speed-torque to make the vehicle go faster or slower.

Answer: Pillbox

The military pillbox was a common feature across Europe during the Second World War. They were placed along strategic locations as a form of defence against invasion. A pillbox is also the name of a woman's hat, or a small box to keep medicinal tablets safe and dry.

Answer: Snuffbox

Snuffboxes were very popular during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries for holding scented powdered tobacco. They were made from gold, silver, copper, brass, wood or even tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl.

Answer: Kickboxing

Kickboxing is a form of boxing which involves kicking with the feet as well as punching with the knuckles. The sport is very popular in Asia, America and Europe. The International Kickboxing Federation was set up in 1992 due to growing participants worldwide.

Answer: Chatterbox

A chatterbox is name for a very talkative person. A child who constantly asks questions to further their knowledge is often called a chatterbox.

Answer: Soapbox

A person making an impromptu speech during the 19th century would often stand on a wooden crate to be seen above the crowds. The box would have been used for shipment of soap or other goods.

Answer: Breadbox

A breadbox or bread bin is an airtight container which stops bread from going stale. Made from wood, metal or crockery, the design can differ, all depending on how much bread a person uses.

Answer: Matchbox

A matchstick normally consists of two parts. The friction of striking the combustible head section, made of phosphorus, against sandpaper can cause it to ignite. The wooden stick is used as tinder which makes the flame last longer.

Answer: Jukebox

The jukebox has been very popular since the 1940s and 1950s when young people congregated at cafés or clubs to listen to their favourite music. The coin operated machine could select vinyl discs of your choice at the press of a button. Modern day machines use compact discs instead, but the old-style phonograph has had their heyday.