Ancient Egypt
What river was essential to life in Ancient Egypt?
The Nile River
What was the system of land ownership and social order used in Medieval Europe?
Feudalism
What long structure was built to protect China from northern invaders?
The Great Wall of China
How many continents are there on Earth?
7
Which artist released the hit song “As It Was” in 2022?
Harry Styles
What writing system did the Ancient Egyptians use?
Hieroglyphics
What were medieval warriors on horseback called?
Knights
Which river is sometimes called the “Mother River of China”?
The Yellow River (Huang He)
What gas do plants absorb from the air?
Carbon dioxide
Which female artist’s 2023 album “GUTS” earned widespread praise and multiple awards?
Olivia Rodrigo
What was the name of the process used to preserve bodies for the afterlife?
Mummification
What deadly disease spread through Europe in the 14th century?
The Black Death (or the Plague)
Which philosophy focuses on harmony, nature, and living simply?
Daoism (or Taoism)
What is the largest mammal on Earth?
Blue Whale
Which song by Miley Cyrus became a global #1 hit in 2023?
Flowers
Which female pharaoh was known for her successful reign and trade expeditions, including to Punt?
Hatshepsut
What was the major religious institution that influenced daily life in Medieval Europe?
The Catholic Church
Which Chinese dynasty first used paper money?
The Song Dynasty
What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa
Which artist broke records in 2023–24 with the Eras Tour, becoming the highest-grossing tour of all time?
Taylor Swift
What discovery in 1799 helped scholars translate Egyptian hieroglyphs?
The Rosetta Stone
What was the name of the document signed by King John in 1215 that limited monarch power?
The Magna Carta
What trade route connected China with Europe and allowed silk, ideas, and goods to spread?
The Silk Road
Which planet in our solar system has the most moons?
Saturn
Which 2024 Beyoncé song sparked a major pop-country crossover wave and won widespread acclaim for blending genres?
Texas Hold ’Em