Natural Distasters
This type of storm, formed over warm ocean waters, is characterized by strong winds and heavy rain and is known by different names, such as a typhoon or cyclone in different parts of the world
Hurricane
originating in Japan, this dish consists of thinly sliced raw fish, often served with rice and vegetables, and sometimes wrapped in seaweed
Sushi
This famous natural wonder in Arizona, carved by the Colorado River, is over a million years old and attracts millions of visitors each year
Grand Canyon
This body of water, located between Europe and Asia, connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea
The Strait of Gibraltar
This infamous serial killer, known as the "Zodiac Killer," terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1960s and early 1970s. He was never caught.
Zodiac Killer
This natural disaster occurs when the ground shakes as tectonic plates suddenly shift beneath the Earth's surface
Earthquake
This popular Spanish dish, often served in a large, shallow pan, is made with rice, saffron, and typically includes seafood, chicken, and vegetables
Paella
Located in South Dakota, this sculpture features the heads of four U.S. presidents
Mount Rushmore
This philosopher, known for his Socratic method, was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock in ancient Greece
Socrates
Known as the "Night Stalker," this killer terrorized California in the 1980s, committing both sexual assault and murder.
Richard Ramirez
These massive waves, often caused by undersea earthquakes, can travel great distances and cause devastating flooding along coastal regions
Tsunami
This Indian dish is made of marinated meat or vegetables that are cooked in a clay oven, often served with naan or rice
Tikka masala
This U.S. national park in Wyoming, famous for its geothermal features like Old Faithful, was the first national park in the world
Yellowstone national park
This famous author, known for writing "The Great Gatsby," was part of the lost generation and died at a young age in 1940
F. Scott Fitzgerald
This notorious serial killer, who was also known as the "Co-ed Killer," murdered six young women in California in the early 1970s.
Ed Kemper
This phenomenon occurs when warm, moist air rapidly rises, creating an updraft that results in destructive, rotating winds, often forming a funnel
Tornado
This famous Italian dessert is made from layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder
Tiramisu
This desert, the largest in North America, spans parts of California, Arizona, and Nevada and is famous for its sand dunes and unique wildlife
Mojave Desert
This type of tree, known for its long, needle-like leaves, is commonly found in temperate and boreal forests and is a symbol of strength in many cultures
This serial killer, active from the 1970s to the 1980s in Michigan, was known for killing young women and hiding their bodies in remote areas.
"I-96 Killer"
This is the term for a large mass of snow, ice, and rock that rapidly moves down a mountainside, often triggered by an earthquake or heavy rainfall
Avalanche
This Lebanese dish is made of deep-fried balls of ground chickpeas and herbs, often served in pita bread with tahini sauce
Falafel
This river, which serves as part of the boundary between Texas and Mexico, is the fourth longest river in North America
The Rio Grande
This rare mineral, often associated with a deep green color, is a symbol of wisdom and was believed to be a gift from the gods in ancient cultures
Jade
This "Killer of the Century" was active during the 1980s and 1990s, committing murders in multiple states, and was dubbed the "Midwest Strangler."
"Midwest Strangler" or William Bonin