Trivia is all around us and a big part of our lives. Many of the rules and regulations we live by are also built upon trivia, yet many of us have no idea where these bits of trivia come from. From ancient times, people have lived by societal rules. These rules still play a major role in our lives today, even though their origins are often simply ridiculous. This publication takes a close look at common rules in daily life and uncovers the stories of their preposterous origins.