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100
In the novel Animal Farm, what animal is Napoleon?
Pig
George Orwell's Animal Farm is an allegory about revolution and power. Through the tale of a group of farm animals who overthrow the owner of the farm, Animal Farm explores themes of totalitarianism, the corruption of ideals, and the power of language.
100
What Appleton Native got his big break on the 1986 film Platoon?
Willem Dafoe
Born on William James Dafoe on July 22, 1955 in Appleton. He chose Willem as his stage name from a nickname given by a friend
100
The name Coca-cola comes from combining parts of what two words that were originally ingredients in the soda/
Coca comes from the cocaine that used to be in the drink
Cola comes from the Kola nut that contained the caffeine within the drink
100
Which US city drops a giant chocolate kiss at midnight on New Year’s Eve?
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Starting on New Years Eve 2004, the town of Hershey, Pennsylvania drops a large kiss to ring in the new year!
100
What year was Penicilin invented?
1940
1928
1937
1922
1928
The ever so useful antibiotic was created by accident. Alexander Fleming came back from vacation and noticed that some of his petrie dishes had stopped mold growth. The zone immediately around some mold, later identified as a rare strain of Penicillium notatum was clear, as if the mold had secreted something that inhibited bacterial growth.
200
What US singer had a 1957 hit "The Twelfth of Never"?
Johnny Mathis
The title is a popular expression, which is used as the date of a future occurrence that will never come to pass.
200
What famous architect designed the Monona Terrace?
Frank Lloyd Wright
Wright originally proposed a design for a “dream civic center” in 1938. His architectural vision for the City of Madison. After almost 60 years of debate, the building was finally opened its doors on July 18, 1997.
200
What famous soda was orignally named 'Brad's Drink'?
Pepsi
The inventor of Pepsi-Cola was a druggist in North Carolina named Caleb Davis Bradham In 1893. Five years later, Bradham renamed the drink Pepsi Cola because he believed that it helped to stave off indigestion
200
In what country do people hoping for a good new year, eat 12 round fruits and wear polka dots?
The Philippines
A platter of 12 round fruits is served at dinner on New Year's Eve to represent the 12 months of the year. The circular shape of the fruit symbolizes coins and money. The tradition is believed to bring good luck and prosperity, and wearing polka dots is said to bring good fortune. Children may also jump when the new year hits to promote growing taller.
200
Plutophobia is the a fear of what?
Ducks
Aliens
Wealth
Rainbows
Wealth
People with plutophobia may fear wealthy people or fear becoming wealthy themselves. They generally dread money and having to deal with it.
300
Name any of the original members of the Labelle?
Pattie LaBelle, Cindy Birdsong, Nona Hendrix, and Sarah Dash
Formed in 1962, the group and broke up in 1976. They reformed for infrequent performances for 2008.
300
What was the temperature during the famous 'Ice Bowl' on December 31, 1967?
-13 (Wind chill of -48)
The final score was 21-17. With a last second Quarterback Sneak, Bart Starr helped send the Packers a to Super Bowl I.
300
How many different flavors are in Dr. Pepper?
23
The flavors include: Amaretto, Almond, Blackberry, Black licorice, Carrot, Clove, Cherry, Caramel, Cola, Ginger, Juniper, Lemon, Molasses, Nutmeg, Orange, Prune, Plum, Pepper, Root beer, Rum, Raspberry, Tomato, and Vanilla
300
When did the practice of making New Year’s resolutions start?
Over 4,000 years ago!
The first recorded people to set new year pledges are the Ancient Babylonians. They are also credited with being the first civilization to hold recorded celebrations in honor of the new year.
300
Viticulture is a term the refers to the cultivation of what?
Herbs
Succulents
Grapes
Garden Annuals
Grapes
When the grapes are used for winemaking, it is known as viniculture.
400
What city did Jimi Hendrix die in?
New York
London
Munich
Los Angeles
London
On September 18 1970, Jimi Hendrix due to Barbiturate-related asphyxia
400
What was the first piece of clothing the Oshksosh B' Gosh sell?
Bib Overalls
Originally intended for skilled laborers, it turned into a company that focused on children clothing. The company's slogan was "Work Clothes for Dad, Play clothes for Sonny"
400
When was the first root beer drink invented?
1876
Pharmacist Charles Elmer Hires was the first to successfully market a commercial brand of root beer. Hires developed his root tea made from sassafras in 1875, debuted a commercial version of root beer at the Philadelphia Centennial Exposition in 1876, and began selling his extract.
400
In what country is it a tradition to jump off a chair at midnight on New Year’s Eve to avoid having bad luck in the new year?
Denmark
When the clock strikes twelve, some Danes follow the more recent tradition of jumping off a chair or sofa and "into the new year." After that, many people go outside and set off amateur fireworks. This symbolizes jumping forward into the new year and leaving the last year behind.
400
The Nestle Company first rose to fame with what product?
Clocks
Pet Food
Chocolate Chips
Baby Formula
Baby Formula
In 1867, Nestlé's founder, German-born pharmacist Henri Nestlé, launches his 'farine lactée' ('flour with milk') in Vevey, Switzerland. Combining cow's milk, wheat flour and sugar, the product is designed for infants who can't be breastfed, to tackle high mortality rates.
500
What character ends Loony Tunes cartoons with the quote "That's all Folks!"
Porky Pig
Porky Pig has had 4 people voice him since his introduction in 1935. While others have voiced the character in single episodes, only Joe Doughtery, Count Cutelli, Mel Blanc, and Bob Bergen have had long stints as the character.500
What Wisconsin town, has an 'O' every other letter?
Oconomowoc
heT name was derived from Coo-no-mo-wauk, the Potawatomi term for "waterfall"
500
Jolly good is a soda company that started in what Wisconsin town?
Belgium
starting in the 1970s by Krier Foods, the company started as a food preservation company in 1913, canning beets, corn, beans, soups, and spaghetti. It was discontinued in the early 2000s but relaunched in 2016. The relaunch was a tribute to a dream shared by an uncle and nephew.
500
In what country is it custom to smash pomegranates for the new year?
Greece
In Greece, they have many new years traditions, one of their most unique traditions is smashing pomegranates for the new year. It is said to bring good luck based on the amount of seeds that spread around the area. The more seeds, the better luck in the new year.
500
What is the name for the process of extracting fragrance from flowers?
Flowerance
Fatromage
Enfleurage
Aromage
Enfleurage
Enfleurage is a traditional method where flower petals are placed between layers of purified animal fat, allowing the fat to absorb the flower's fragrance; this method is particularly useful for delicate flowers that might be damaged by other extraction techniques like steam distillation.