World Firsts
Which country started the first space program?
(U.S.S.R.) [Now Russia]
Which character is the waffle queen with a buzzcut and serious powers?
("Eleven")
What is the largest continent?
(Asia)
Which powerhouse band belted out "I Don't Want To Miss A Thing" for the high octane film, 'Armageddon'?:
(Aerosmith)
In 2017, Mitch Seavey set a new Iditarod record when he and his dog team crossed the finish line in this Alaskan city after 8 days, 3 hours, 40 minutes, and 13 seconds:
(Nome, Alaska)
Which city was the first with an underground subway system?
(London, England) [1863]
Which '80's icon plays "Will's" frantic but fearless mom?
(Winona Ryder)
What is the largest animal?
(Blue Whale)
Name the epic southern anthem by Lynyrd Skynyrd that's as sweet as a homecoming sunset:
("Sweet Home Alabama")
Based on a summer motorcycle racing format, Minnesota's Duluth Nationals kicks off the season of this X-Games-featured snowmobile racing sport:
(Snocross)
Which country started the first internet?
(U.S.)
Where do "Steve" and "Robin" scoop ice cream with sailor hats and sass?
(Scoops Ahoy)
What is the largest bird?
(Ostrich)
Which rock group boasted a one-armed drummer, proving that even with one arm, they could rock your socks off?
(Def Leppard)
Which sport combines cross country skiing and rifle shooting?
(The biathlon)
Which country started the first printed book?
(China)
What U.S. state is home to creepy labs, shadowy forests, and one very upside-down town?
(Indiana)
Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the longest day, happens on what date?
(June 20 or 21)
In which iconic studio did the Beatles craft 191 magical tunes, turning dreams into legends?
(Abbey Road)
Which sliding sport involves going down an ice track face-first on a small sled?
(Skeleton)
Roald Amundsen of Norway in 1911 was the first person to reach this destination:
(South Pole)
Which character was the brave soul that first crossed into the Upside Down?
("Nancy Wheeler")
What is the largest desert in the world?
(Antarctic Desert) [~14million sq. km]
Which roaring track did Survivor whip up at Sylvester Stallone's request after a "no-go" on using another classic hit?
("Eye of the Tiger")
With 132 gold, 125 silver, and 111 bronze- 368 medals total over 23 different Winter Olympics- this is the most successful nation at the Winter Games ever:
(Norway)