Anna-lyze This!
Marc My Words!
Aziz in Turkey: Unpacked
In Jon's Wheeler-house
Chen Bears Witness
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When asked what fictional place she'd like to visit, Anna mentioned this vibrant and playful world, home to a famous doll and her many friends, and was brought to life in a 2023 film.

Barbie Land

100

These building blocks popularized by a Danish company named after a Danish phrase meaning "play well" was one of Marc's favorite childhood toys.

Lego

100

Turkey is known for its resident furry population. These animals are so beloved that houses and feeding stations for them are set up throughout cities.

Cats

100

Jon grew up in a college town in this "Keystone State", the home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.

Pennsylvania

100

The most competitive part of the Brooks Fall for bears is named after this singular form of that fleshy part of the mouth which is essential for speaking, eating, and expressing emotions.

The Lip

200

Anna's design pet peeve was when a software from this company that shares a name with a type of sun-dried brick, quits unexpectedly with her work unsaved.

Adobe

200

At 19 years old, Marc first went into this field of study that focuses on the movement of people to places for leisure or business purposes. He said it's also known as the "mickey mouse" course in his university.

Tourism

200

One of Aziz's destinations in Turkey is this city, the only city in the world that spans across two continents: Asia and Europe.

Istanbul

200

Jon is a proud fur dad to Emmi, a dog whose breed is a mix between a Shih Tzu and a Bichon Frise, known for its fluffy coat and playful personality.

Shichon

200

The Brooks Fall has various names for it's fishing spots. One of the most productive and sought-after fishing spots is named after this relaxing hot tub perfect for soothing sore muscles or enjoying a luxurious soak.

Jacuzzi

300

Anna's hobby is training for this grueling race which covers a distance of 26.2 miles, a challenge for even the most seasoned runners.

Marathon running

300

One of Marc's earliest jobs in East Germany was doing due diligence for this type of attraction that offers rides, shows, and other forms of entertainment.

Theme park

300

Visiting Cappadocia, Aziz and his family rode these colorful, buoyant vehicles which offer a unique way to experience stunning landscapes and aerial views.

Hot Air Balloons

300

One of Jon's graduate projects was working on models to predict the occurrence of this dangerous natural phenomenon which spreads rapidly through vegetation, often fueled by dry conditions and strong winds.

Wildfires

300

The Katmai Park is considered this kind of park which has been designated by the government to conserve natural and cultural resources for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of present and future generations.

National park

400

Anna's dream design project is to work on these temporary alterations to a search engine's logo to celebrate holidays, events, and notable people.

Google Doodle

400

While looking through jobs in Iraq, Marc came across job postings based in Ireland. He eventually joined this business software company specializing on the "SaaS" pass to success.

Saaspoint

400

Aziz also visited the ornate grave of this 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic who is considered one of the most influential figures in Persian literature and is widely read and studied today.

Rumi

400

Jon took a break from his studies to live in this South American country which is home to the Galapagos Islands. It's also the place where he met his wife.

Ecuador

400

Last year's winner of the Fat Bear of the Week shares its name with this term that describes an animal primarily feeding on plants, such as grasses and leaves.

Grazer

500

Anna's dream job as a kid was to be a Sea World employee training these powerful mammals which are considered the top predators of the ocean.

Orca

500

Marc met his wife in the "Mile High City", this capital of Colorado is known for its proximity to the Rocky Mountains.

Denver

500

This "Holy Wisdom" is not just a building; it was once a church, then a mosque, and now a museum, showcasing stunning Byzantine architecture and mosaics.

Hagia Sophia

500

In college, Jon created a website that allowed students to publish and exchange their shifts in the computer lab. The website is named after this word which means to exchange one thing for another.

SWAP

500

Katmai is known for bear viewing because it is located within the critical migration path for this fish, named after the red hue of its flesh.

Sockeye Salmon

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