General
How many elements are in the periodic table today: 118, 120, or 132?
118. Dmitri Mendeleev published the first version of the periodic table in 1869. His original chart had 63 elements.
In which decade did Canada become a country: the 1860s, the 1890s, or the 1920s?
The 1860s. In 1867, the British North America Act created the Dominion of Canada, with the queen of England serving as head of state.
This fruit tree is also part of the rose family.
Apple tree. China grows more apple trees than any other country, followed by the U.S. The trees can live for as long as 100 years, and like the apples, the flowers vary in color.
This tree has served as the White House Christmas tree more often than any other tree
Fraser fir. With branches that angle upward and long-lasting needles, the Fraser fir is a good choice for a Christmas tree. It is sometimes called southern balsam, but the balsam fir—another excellent Christmas tree choice—grows farther north.
The No. 1 NFL draft pick in 1978 was this running back, who played for the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints.
Earl Campbell. Campbell’s career included five Pro Bowls and 74 touchdowns.
What actress stars in Casablanca, Spellbound, and Notorious?
Ingrid Bergman. She was nominated for seven Academy Awards over the course of her career and won three.
Which actor portraying James Bond wore a toupee in all of his appearances as the character?
Sean Connery. Connery stopped wearing the hairpiece after his final Bond film, leading to his now-iconic look
This tree's large, fragrant flowers are most commonly pink or white, although they can be more exotic colors. They are highly prized, especially in Mississippi, where they are the state flower.
Magnolia tree. Scientists say there is evidence that magnolia species have been on Earth for 95 million years.
This tree's flower is the state flower of Virginia and of North Carolina.
Dogwood tree. A red dogwood produces the dogberry, a fruit that is not considered good for human consumption.
This nation was No. 1 in the world for population in 1970, with a total of 822,534,450 people.
China
In 1981, McLaren created the first carbon fiber race car and revolutionized this type of racing.
Formula One. The light material took years of development for McLaren and a team of scientists to perfect.
This popular hair style of the ’80s gave the wearer lasting curls, though many would note it also comes with a distinctive chemical smell.
What is a perm? The world’s first perm was performed in 1906 by a German hairdresser in London.
Some say this tree's name comes from the tear-like way rain falls from its curved branches.
Weeping willow. At his request, Napoleon Bonaparte was buried on St. Helena under a special willow tree. It is said that he sat under the tree during his exile.
This tree is famed for its fragrant wood, which is used in furniture and closets to repel moths and other insects.
Eastern red cedar. Despite its name, the eastern red cedar, or red cedar, is actually a juniper and a member of the cypress family. It is unrelated to the famous cedars of Lebanon.
Called “The King” of NASCAR for good reason, he won the Premier Series seven times, including five wins in the ’70s.
Richard Petty. Petty’s impressive career included 200 wins.
This Kazuo Ishiguro masterpiece includes a butler named Stevens, housekeeper Miss Kenton, Lord Darlington, and his successor, Mr. John Farraday.
The Remains of the Day. The novel centers on a butler reminiscing about the adventures of his career.
What plant does the boll weevil destroy?
A cotton plant. The boll weevil is believed to have been introduced to the United States from Mexico in the late 1800s.
This tree is famous for the sweet syrup it produces, especially in Vermont and Quebec.
Sugar maple.
This tree is recognized by its smooth white bark that peels off over time.
Paper birch or white birch or canoe birch. This tree provides a home or food for a wide variety of animals, from white-tail deer to nuthatches, yellow-bellied sapsuckers, and hummingbirds.
On September 22, 1991, her memoir topped the New York Times Best Sellers list. Many wondered if it would include information on her birth in Hartford or her appearance in The African Queen.
Katharine Hepburn. She titled the memoir simply Me: Stories of My Life.
This iconic McDonald’s BBQ sandwich made its U.S. debut in 1981.
What is the McRib? The sandwich was inspired by pulled pork and has since become a fan favorite
This artist had the first single to debut at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 list. The hit song was “You Are Not Alone.”
Who is Michael Jackson? The song debuted on September 2, 1995
This tree reproduces as sprouts shooting up from its roots. What looks like a large number of trees is actually a single organism made up of clones. This tree is thought to be the largest living organism.
Quaking aspen. The quaking aspen can live a very long time. In Utah, a colony of aspen, known as either Pando or the Trembling Giant, covers 106 acres. Thought to be a single organism, its root system is said to be 80,000 years old!
This tree is well-known for its tremendous size: It can grow to over 200 feet tall, with a wide trunk. The General Sherman is the largest example of its species.
Giant sequoia. These massive trees can grow as wide as 30 feet in diameter, and the bark alone can be more than two feet thick, protecting the tree from fire
This college’s Wolfpack, led by Coach Valvano, won the 1983 NCAA tournament.
What is North Carolina State? The winning shot, right at the buzzer, was by Lorenzo Charles.