Sports and Outdoors
In 2016, which team ended a 108-year championship drought by winning the World Series in extra innings of Game 7?
Chicago Cubs
This 2000 track by Baha Men asked a simple but unforgettable question: “Who let the dogs out?
Who Let the Dogs Out
This Italian staple made from dough, tomato sauce, and cheese is often topped with pepperoni, mushrooms, or pineapple—depending on who you ask
pizza
When you send a message to someone “for their information,” you might write this in the email subject line
FYI
This city is home to NASA’s Johnson Space Center, giving rise to the famous phrase, “_______, we have a problem.”
Houston
In men’s tennis, who was the first player ever to win 20 Grand Slam singles titles?
Roger Federer
Though he found fame as an actor later, this rapper’s 1990 single “Ice Ice Baby” made him a one-hit wonder in the music world
Vanilla Ice
This spicy Indian dish, often made with chicken or lamb, gets its deep flavor from a blend of yogurt, spices, and a clay oven called a tandoor
tandoori
Describes how a company’s total income compares to its expenses - EBIT
earnings before interest and taxes
This beloved Texas city hosts the annual South by Southwest (SXSW) festival, blending music, film, and technology.
Austin
This women’s U.S. soccer player, known for her pink hair and clutch penalty kicks, retired in 2023 after a decorated international career.
Megan Rapinoe
This Canadian singer hit number one in 2012 with “Call Me Maybe,” but never again reached that level of fame
Carly Rae Jepsen
This French stew from the Provence region features slow-cooked vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes — and inspired a Pixar movie title
ratatouille
If your boss says your work needs to meet “SMART goals,” those letters stand for this combination of productivity principles.
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound
Before joining the United States in 1845, Texas was its own independent nation for nearly a decade after breaking from this country
Mexico
What NFL quarterback fell victim to the biggest comeback in Super Bowl history, losing despite a 28–3 lead?
Matt Ryan
In 1996, Los Del Río had everyone dancing “all night long” to this Spanish hit that became a global sensation.
Macarena
A signature dish of Peru, this meal of raw fish marinated in citrus juice and spiced with chili peppers has become a global culinary trend
ceviche
This financial acronym measures how efficiently a company turns resources into profit
ROI (Return on Investment)
This famous Texas landmark was the site of a pivotal 1836 battle where defenders like Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie made their last stand
Alamo
Which Formula 1 driver holds the record for the most pole positions in history?
Lewis Hamilton
Although she was known for her acting on That ‘70s Show, this actress’s 2011 pop single “Let’s Do It Again” never repeated its initial viral success
Mila Kunis (BONUS: R&B singer Mila J)
Originating in Greece, this layered dish combines eggplant, ground meat, and béchamel sauce, somewhat like a Mediterranean lasagna
moussaka
This acronym describes a company’s strategy for understanding and managing its interactions with customers, often through software systems.
CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
The King Ranch in South Texas is one of the largest ranches in the world — larger, in fact, than this entire European country
Luxembourg