This ancient civilization is responsible for creating democracy, the type of government we use in America today. They are also credited with creating the base of modern geometry, biology, and physics. Plato, Aristotle, and Socrates are just some of the great minds of this civilization.
What is ancient Greece
100
In this country, it is a common practice to greet someone with a light kiss on both their cheeks
What is Italy
100
This is a loosely-defined region where a number of aircraft and ships are said to have disappeared under mysterious circumstances.
What is the Bermuda Triangle
100
Guru
means "a teacher" or "mentor"
What is Hindi, Sanskrit.
200
While shaking hands with someone who speaks Arabic, one might say marhaban (ma-haba) which means this.
What is hello
200
Although the ancient Egyptians are most famous for building these architectural wonders, the Aztec and Mayan people also built these, often bigger than those of the Egyptians.
What are pyramids
200
Now becoming a dying tradition, these markings can indicate tribal hierarchy, tribal affiliation, female fertility, or simply beauty. An alternative to tattoos.
What is scars/scarification
200
The only continent without reptiles or snakes
What is Antarctica.
200
Sudoku
a number placement puzzle
What is Japanese.
300
This diverse country has over 22 official languages which can differ in dialect and accent.
What is India
300
This ancient civilization was controlled by several dynasties throughout history including the Xai, Shang, and Zhou dynasties. The leaders of these dynasties were called emperors. This civilization was located in what is now called this.
What is China
300
In this country, right at the peak of the tomato season a wild tomato battle develops as people pelt each other with ripe tomatoes. Rivers of tomato sauce run down the streets.
What is Spain
300
Which country has a capital city whose name translates as Capital City in the native tongue?
What is Seoul, South Korea.
300
A cappella
group or solo singing without instrumental accompaniment
What is Italian.
400
Languages that come from similar origins are considered to be in the same family. The Romance languages come from Latin. Two of the Romance languages are these.
What are Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, Romanian, Catalan
400
The Ancient Egyptians developed a theocracy, a government run by religious leaders. They believed their king was a living god. The "king" of Egypt was called this.
What is Pharaoh
400
The thumbs-up gesture is commonly used in many cultures to signify a job well done. However, if it is used in these countries— especially if it is thrust up as a typical hitchhiking gesture would be — it means essentially “Up yours!” or “Sit on this!”
What is Australia, Greece, or the Middle East
400
A city in this European county would struggle to build subway systems because they keep digging up ancient ruins.
What is Greece.
400
Rendez-vous
means "meeting" or "appointment"
What is French.
500
"Viertel vor Acht"
What is our Student Labs opening time in German
500
This ancient civilization located in southwest Asia is believed to be the oldest civilization on Earth. It is where many kinds of wheat were domesticated and the wheel was first used.
What is Mesopotamia
500
In this country, it is customary to be taxed for electronics that you own (or those that are visible).
What is Germany
500
A city in this country is also known as the wettest place on planet Earth, with an average yearly rainfall of 11,777 mm.
What is Cherrapunjee, India.
500
Blitz
It was adapted from "Blitzkrieg" (lightning war).