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Grant Thornton
Chicago History
100

In Spain, it is a tradition to eat 12 _____ at midnight, one for each stroke of the clock, to bring good luck for the next 12 months. What do people in Spain eat 12 of at midnight?

Grapes

100

How many Anytime Recap (evaluations) do you need to complete by the end of the internship?

3

100

The Willis Tower, originally known as the Sears Tower, is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere at 110 stories. From its skydeck, which four states can you see?

Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, & Wisconsin

200

The Chicago River gets dyed green every year for St. Patrick's Day. What date will the river get greenified this year?

Saturday, March 15 at 10:00am

200

Name one of Grant Thornton's Purple Paladins.

  • Sneakers for Soldiers
  • Pal Experiences
  • Weird Enough Productions
  • Find Your Anchor
  • Free Mom Hugs
  • WeaveTales
  • Warrior Reunion Foundation
  • GoTeam Therapy Dogs
  • Digs with Dignity
  • Women in Training
  • I GOT THIS
  • MBC Travelers
  • Aleey-Oop Kids
  • Fair Opportunity Project
  • Coming Up Rosies
  • Foster Nation
  • 51 Vets
  • Money Magnets Club
200

How many people visit Chicago each year?

48 million

300

The first Valentine's Day celebration took place in the 14th century. Which country did the celebration take place in? Hint: The "City of Love" is in this country.

France

300

List Grant Thornton's CLEARR values

Collaboration. Leadership. Excellence. Agility. Respect. Responsibility 

300

This popular Hulu show is set in Chicago and features various filming locations throughout the city. This show has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the restaurant industry.

The Bear

400

March Madness, also known as 'the Big Dance' because of the excitement and energy it brings, starts on March 18. Which college holds the record for the most national championships with 11 titles?

UCLA

400

What is the date of our End of Internship celebration?

Wednesday, March 26 at 4:00pm

400

The statue of this Roman goddess sits atop the Chicago Board of Trade building. This is the Roman goddess of agriculture, and she symbolizes the commodities traded at the Board of Trade. Who is the Roman goddess?

Ceres

500

Who said, "The time is always right to do what is right."

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

500

Who is Grant Thornton's CEO?

Jim Peko

500

This baked good was invented in Chicago in 1930 by Jimmy Dewar. Hint: this popular snack was named after a 'Twinkle' Toe Shoe's advertisement.

The Twinkie

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