Animals and Food
Where were hamburgers invented?
Hamburg, Germany
Hamburgers are generally considered an American creation, even though the name originates from Hamburg, Germany. The modern hamburger, as a sandwich, is an American invention, while the Hamburg steak, a precursor, is German.
Finish the Line from Jaws
You're going to need a bigger ___Boat
The iconic line, "You're gonna need a bigger boat," from the movie Jaws, was spoken by Roy Scheider, who played Chief Martin Brody. He ad-libbed the line during a scene where he first sees the massive great white shark. The line has since become a widely recognized and often quoted piece of cinematic history.
What number does not exist in Roman numerals?
Zero
Roman numerals do not have a specific symbol for zero because they are not a positional number system like the Hindu-Arabic numerals we use today. In Roman numerals, each symbol represents a fixed value, and there's no concept of place value that would require a zero to indicate an empty position.
Tony the Tiger knows this cereal originally included the word "Sugar" in its name but later dropped it.
Frosted Flakes
Frosted Flakes were first introduced in the United States in 1951 as Sugar Frosted Flakes. In 1952 Frosted Flakes used a tiger named Tony to be the official mascot and has been the mascot ever since. It quickly became the most popular cereal in America.
Who wrote the classic novel Oliver Twist?
Charles Dickens
The book is subtitled The Parish Boy’s Progress. It was Dickens’ second novel; it was published in 1838.
What kind of animal was “Dolly,” the cloned animal that made headlines in 1997?
Sheep
Dolly was born on July 5, 1996, in Scotland. She was not the first cloned animal, before her there was clones frogs and mice, she was the first one cloned from an adult cell
‘Hotel California’ is a top hit single by which band?
The Eagles
They won the 1977 Grammy Award for Record of the Year for "Hotel California" at the 20th Grammy Awards in 1978. They have a total of 6 wins with 18 nominations.
What are the four blood types?
A, B, AB, and O
Type O negative is the universal donor, and type AB positive is the universal receiver. Each type is different based on weather or not that blood has specific antigens in the red blood cells.
Brown sugar gets its color & distinct flavor from this syrup
Molasses
Molasses is a thick, dark syrup that is added to refined white sugar to create brown sugar.
What is the only planet not named for a mythological figure?
Earth
The other planets are named for Greek and Roman gods and goddesses. The word earth means “the ground.”
What word means a female dairy animal that has not yet given birth and therefore does not produce milk?
Heifer
Once a heifer gives birth, she is then referred to as a cow. Heifers are raised for both dairy and beef production
What instrument did Buddy Rich play?
The drums
Rich first played the drums in vaudeville at the age of 18 months. He is touted as being the greatest drummer of all time.
How many strings does a violin typically have?
Four
The violin has the highest pitch of the violin family. The viola, the double bass, and the cello are also violin family members.
Consisting of sugar, flavoring & color, the brand Flossugar is used to make this concession stand favorite
Cotton Candy
Cotton candy, known as "fairy floss" when first invented, was created in 1897 by dentist William Morrison and confectioner John C. Wharton. They developed an electric machine that spun heated sugar into thin, web-like strands. The treat debuted at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair and was a huge success, though initially expensive. Over time, production costs decreased, and cotton candy became a popular treat at carnivals, fairs, and amusement parks.
What does the Latin phrase semper fidelis mean?
Always Faithful
It is the motto of the U.S. Marine Corps. The phrase is often shortened to "Semper Fi". It signifies the Marine Corps' commitment to its members and the nation, emphasizing loyalty, tradition, and a dedication to success in battle and national progress.
What is the most amount of hotdogs eaten during Nathan's hotdog eating competition?
83
The record for the most hot dogs eaten at the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is 83, set by Joey Chestnut in 2024. He achieved this feat during a special Netflix event, breaking his previous record of 76, which he set at the official Nathan's contest in 2021. He did this in 10 minutes
There are four awards for the best in entertainment (music, film, television, and Broadway theater). Name two.
Emmy, Tony, Grammy, and Oscars (Academy Award)
Eleven people have won all four awards. Richard Rodgers, Helen Hayes, Rita Moreno, Audrey Hepburn, and Marvin Hamlisch are on the list.
How many US presidents were not born in the US?
8
The first eight of the U.S. presidents, all were born in what would become states of the U.S., but who by definition couldn’t have been born in a nation that had not yet been born, all presidents have come within the “natural-born” citizenship requirement.
Pres. Bolsonaro of this major sugar-growing country has allowed expanded production in ecologically sensitive areas
Brazil
Brazil is the world's largest producer and exporter of sugar, with sugarcane being a major agricultural product. The country's tropical climate and favorable growing conditions contribute to its dominance in global sugar production.
What Cole Porter musical is based on the Shakespearean play The Taming of the Shrew?
Kiss Me Kate
Cole Porter wrote both the lyrics and music for Kiss Me Kate. It was his most popular musical. It won the first Tony Award for a musical in 1949.
How many mammals lay eggs?
5
These are known as monotremes and include the platypus and four species of echidna. Monotremes are a unique group of mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth to live young
What actor starred as Nick Charles in The Thin Man series of films?
William Powell
He was paired up with Myrna Loy in seven of the films.
How many pets does Sean have at home?
6
There are three dogs: Brewer, Shelby, and Gideon
There are three Cats: Lennon, Stilly, and Nightshade
True or False:
Sugar is used as a pain killer in babies
True!
Sugar solutions, like sucrose, are believed to activate pain-relieving pathways in the brain, similar to the way opioids work. This can help to reduce the perception of pain in infants.
In what Nathaniel Hawthorne novel does Hester Prynne have to wear a red A?
The Scarlet Letter
The scarlet A stands for adulteress. Hester becomes pregnant as a result of the dalliance. The baby is named Pearl. The community shuns her also.