Talking Gen Z
Short for charisma; the ability to charm or flirt. Back in the day, Gen X'ers used to call this 'having game'. What do Gen Z'ers call it?
rizz
Who is this 'Z' that is "the supreme god of the sky, thunder, and weather in ancient Greek mythology".
Zeus
What country was Enoch Olinga from?
Uganda
This renewable energy device has been the source of protests by animal rights activists. In the UK alone, between 10,000 and 100,000 birds are killed each year by it. What is the device?
wind turbine
What is the acronym “FOMO” commonly used by Gen Z to describe?
Being completely focused, dedicated, or in the zone. (Hint: the "key" to unlock this answer is knowing that it is two words)
locked in
This 'Z' is "a state of calm attentiveness" and stems from Buddhist tradition.
Enoch Olinga worked for public relations and welfare for the Ugandan government. In 1950, his life took a turn. He was dismissed from his job. What was the reason for his dismissal?
alcoholism
These 'white' creatures are actually black. Underneath all their white fur, these creatures actually have jet-black skin. What is this animal that looks white but is actually black. (Hint: it's not Eminem)
polar bear
Which TV series became a global sensation after its release on Netflix in 2021, featuring deadly childhood games?
Squid Games
To succeed or perform something exceptionally well. (Hint: some people enjoy the snow by riding one of these down hill. Though it sounds the same, it is spelled differently.)
slay
This 'Z' word is "a line, shape, or course that has a series of short, sharp, alternating turns first to one side and then to the other". (Hint: it is a double 'z' word)
zig zag
The Guardian called on the African Bahá’ís to arise in the 10-year crusade for pioneers to open new African territories. Enoch Olinga responded to that appeal and became a Knight of Bahá’u’lláh. To what country, which was 3,000 kilometers from his home, did he arise to pioneer?
British Cameroons in West Africa
This word, Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia, ends in phobia, meaning that it is the fear of something. What is this extremely long word the fear of? (Hint: it's probably not the obvious)
long words (ha-ha)
Who is the Gen Z singer known for hits like “bad guy” and “Happier Than Ever”?
Billie Eilish
To overreact, lose your temper, or act out dramatically. What Gen Z terminology describes this. (Hint: it is two words)
crash out
It means "great energy, enthusiasm, and intense devotion in pursuit of a cause, goal, or activity". What is this word that begins with 'Z'?
zeal
A year after losing his job, Enoch Olinga found the Baha'i Faith, which turned his life around. Shortly after, he returned to his native village of Tilling to spread the glad tidings of Bahá’u’lláh. In a few weeks, mass enrolments into the Faith began, the first trumpet blast of this happened, as predicted by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
entry by troops
This slithery animal has, on rare occasions, swallowed a human being whole. (To earn the points, you must give the exact animal name, the specific species, NOT the general name for the type of animal. Example, not a bear, but a grizzly bear.)
python
This is the 18th letter of the greek alphabet and also a Gen Z term used for someone who is self-reliant, cool, and confident, often acting as a "lone wolf" outside of traditional social hierarchies.
sigma
Praising someone excessively or acting like a fanboy/fangirl. (Hint: some people do this with donuts)
glaze
From 1971 to 1997, the Democratic Republic of the Congo was officially called this 'Z' word.
Zaire
Enoch Olinga made a pilgrimage to the Holy Land to visit the Shrines. On this visit, he met his beloved Shoghi Effendi for the first time. For his services to the Faith and for all that he had accomplished, the Guardian gave Enoch Olinga a special title. What was the name the Guardian gave him?
the “Father of Victories”
On average, a human being can do this between 30-90 seconds at a time. Incredibly, on 14 June 2025, Vitomir Maričić did it for 29 minutes and 3 seconds. What was it that he did that earned him this world record?
held his breath underwater
What is the name of the Gen Z-driven movement advocating for reduced screen time and mental wellness?
digital detox