Technology
This Nintendo console, released in 2006, pioneered the use of motion controls in gaming.
What is the Wii?
You know him as a tall green guy with bolts in his neck, but he was created by this scientist in Mary Shelley's 1818 novel.
Who is Frankenstein?
What is "The Princess Bride"?
This former NBA player won 6 championships during his tenure, and starred in the 1996 animated basketball film "Space Jam."
Who is Michael Jordan?
The name of a large, high-end boat. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has one worth over $500 million!
What is a Yacht?
If Steve Jobs were still with us, he would feel very nostalgic for this year, when Apple released the very first iPhone.
What is 2007?
This scream queen has portrayed Laurie Strode, the victim of horror icon Michael Myers in the "Halloween" franchise, since 1978.
Who is Jamie Lee Curtis?
This director boasts many successful 1980's films under his belt, including "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "The Breakfast Club," "16 Candles," and "Uncle Buck."
Who is John Hughes?
This famous footballer joined the Inter Miami CF in 2023, and started his career in the league at just 17 years old.
Who is Lionel Messi?
This is the name of a long-haired ox, native to Asia.
What is a Yak?
This Adobe program shut down on December 31, 2020, effectively killing many early 2000's gaming and video websites.
A whopping 35 million lbs. (equating to 9 billion pieces) is made every year of this polarizing candy, originally named Chicken Feed.
What is Candy Corn?
"I am serious, and don't call me Shirley.", "What's your vector, Victor?", and "Do you like movies about Gladiators?" are quotes from this absurd 1980 comedy.
What is "Airplane!"?
This former baseball star holds the record for most career home runs (762), and was accused of steroid use toward the end of his career.
Who is Barry Bonds?
The official currency of Japan, with a current worth equal to $0.67 USD.
What is Yen?
This Japanese automaker uses the expression "Zoom-Zoom" to describes the "emotion of motion" it claims is inherent in its cars?
What is Mazda?
This phrase, which refers to an "Evening of Saints", is where we get the name Halloween today.
What is All Hallows Eve?
"Groovy!" exclaims Bruce Campbell, as he portrays this character battling the undead in Sam Raimi's "Evil Dead" horror trilogy.
Who is Ash Williams?
This former Pittsburgh Steelers player was also known for his famous long hair, and starred in various Head & Shoulders shampoo commercials.
Who is Troy Polamalu?
This former country located in Southeastern Europe was first established after WWI, but no longer exists as of 1992.
What is Yugoslavia?
This type of radiation uses positively-charged particles to treat cancerous and noncancerous tumors.
What is Proton Therapy?
This is the name of the Celtic tradition of leaving treats and offerings out to pacify evil spirits, which inspired today's Trick-or-Treating tradition.
What is Samhain ("Sah-win")?
Acclaimed Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki released this animated film in 1988, which involves two little girls who meet fantastical forest creatures, including the titular giant bear-like creature.
What is "My Neighbor Totoro"?
This controversial UFC fighter won his first belt in December 2015, when he defeated Jose Aldo at UFC 194.
Who is Conor McGregor?
A component of Periodic Element #39 produced a red-ish color, was used in projection of color in CRT TV's, and many types of lasers.
What is Yttrium?