In 1803, the United States doubled its size overnight by purchasing a massive stretch of land from France for about $15 million — a deal now known by this two‑word name.
What is the LOUISIANA PURCHASE?
This fire‑breathing reptile shows up in myths from Europe to Asia, usually guarding treasure, kidnapping royalty, or just setting villages on fire for fun.
What is a DRAGON?
I’m tall when I’m young and short when I’m old. I give light, but I’m not the sun.
What is a CANDLE?
In 1912, this massive luxury ocean liner struck an iceberg on its maiden voyage and sank in the North Atlantic, leading to the deaths of more than 1,500 passengers and crew.
What is the TITANIC?
In Norse mythology, this world‑encircling serpent is so massive that when it rises from the sea, it signals the beginning of Ragnarök — the end of all things.
Who is JORMUNGANDR?
Accept: World Serpent
I have many keys, but I open no locks.
What is a PIANO?
In 1920, the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, guaranteeing this group of Americans the right to vote nationwide for the first time.
What is WOMEN?
This giant, one‑eyed monster from Greek mythology is known for eating humans, forging weapons, and generally being the worst neighbor imaginable.
What is CYCLOPS?
I have a neck with no head, and wear a cap with no hair.
What is a BEER BOTTLE?
Accept: BOTTLE
In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared that enslaved people in Confederate‑held territory were free in THIS famous order, shifting the Civil War’s purpose toward ending slavery.
What is the EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION?
This lion‑bodied, goat‑headed, snake‑tailed monster from Greek mythology breathes fire and was eventually slain by the hero Bellerophon.
What is the CHIMERA?
The more stuff you take out of me, the bigger I get.
What is a HOLE?
In 1876, this inventor received a patent for the first practical telephone — a device he demonstrated by calling his assistant and famously saying he needed him to come help.
Who is ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL?
This many‑headed serpent from Greek mythology regrows two heads every time one is cut off, making it nearly impossible to kill — until Hercules figured out a workaround.
What is the HYDRA?
I can travel around the world while staying in the same corner.
What is a POSTAGE STAMP?
Accept: Stamp