American Literature
In what novel by Harper Lee follows Scout Finch and her father, Atticus, in the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama?
To Kill a Mockingbird
What planet is famous for its rings made mostly of ice and rock?
Saturn
In what 1985 film, does a teenager travels back in time in a DeLorean time machine?
Back to the Future
What Kansas City born actor stared as Ant-Man and was featured in Friends, Clueless, Anchorman, and more?
Tom Hanks
What Italian phrase literally translates to “to the tooth” and describes pasta cooked so that it remains slightly firm when bitten?
al dente
A “jalopy” was a slang term for this.
an old or rundown automobile
What American poet wrote the famous poem that begins, “Two roads diverged in a yellow wood.”
Robert Frost in The Road Not Taken
Plants take in what gas from the atmosphere during photosynthesis.
carbon dioxide CO2
Tom Hanks plays a man who unknowingly witnesses major historical events in what 1994 film?
Forrest Gump
Kansas City Missouri was originally incorporated under what name in 1850?
Town of Kansas
What is the name of the creamy Italian dessert that is made with mascarpone cheese, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, cocoa, and often a little liqueur?
If someone was “on the lam,” what were they doing?
hiding or escaping, especially from the police
What Nathaniel Hawthorne novel centers on Hester Prynne, who is forced to wear symbol as punishment for adultery?
The Scarlet Letter
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
Diamond
What1959 musical follows a governess who cares for seven children in Austria?
The Sound of Music
Kansas City is traditionally said to have more fountains than any city in the world except for what city?
Rome, Italy
In Italy, what dish is traditionally eaten on New Year's Eve and is associated with good luck and prosperity because its round shape resembles coins?
Lentils
A “doughboy” was a nickname commonly used for an American soldier during which war?
What American poet wrote Leaves of Grass, a groundbreaking collection that celebrated individuality, nature, and democracy?
Walt Whitman
What part of the human brain is primarily responsible for balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What 1960 thirller features an infamous hotel and a famous shower scene?
Psycho
What is the name of the famous KC saxophonist was nicknamed "Bird" or "Yardbird"?
Charlie Parker
What spice was once so valuable that it was used as currency in parts of the ancient world and comes from the dried flower buds of a tree?
Clove
If someone told you to “take a powder,” what were they telling you to do?
leave or go away
Published in 1852, what Harriet Beecher Stowe novel about slavery became one of the most influential American books of the 19th century?
Uncle Tom’s Cabin
What element has the chemical symbol Fe and is one of the most abundant elements on Earth?
Iron
What1950 film starring Bette Davis follows aging Broadway star Margo Channing and aspiring actress Eve Harrington?
All About Eve
What is Kansas city's sister city?
Seville Spain
In cooking, what French term refers to ingredients that have been prepared and organized before you begin cooking?
mise en place
If someone shouted “23 skidoo!” at you in the 1920s, what were they telling you to do?
leave quickly / get out of here