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Holiday Trivia
100

City Hall's famous and most friendliest mail room clerk

Who is Reggie Roberts.

100

The orange sauce from this restaurant is well known by many San Joseans and now is sold by the bottle at any of their locations.

What is La Vic's (La Victoria Taqueria)

100

San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo went viral on Twitter for looking like this character on "The Office."

Who is "Prison Mike" (Michael Scott)

100

This phrase can be heard by participants at least once during a Zoom meeting.

What is the "Turn your mic on!"

100

What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?

Coca-Cola

200

These endangered birds first took residence in 2006 atop the city hall tower. 

What are Peregrine Falcons (Clara is female and the male changes each season)

200

A well known breakfast staple for kids and adults with a catchy phrase was invented in 1953 by three brothers, Tony, Sam, and Frank Dorsa.

What is an Eggo Waffle 

("Leggo my Eggo")


200
Sam's Favorite Sandwich at Lee's Sandwiches

What is a Vegetarian sandwich with bacon.

200

You may be asked this before leaving home

What is "Do you have a mask?"

200

Two other names for Santa Claus

What is St. Nick and Kris Kringle

300

A well known food item sold at every City Hall bake sale that is not "baked."

What is King Egg Rolls.

300

This former San Jose State cheerleader invented "The Wave" 

Who is "Krazy George" (George Henderson)

300

What violation was Sam accused of breaking on Thanksgiving

What is the County's Public Health gathering mandate.

300

We can't hang out with friends, hug, or even shake hands because of this phrase.

What is "Social Distancing"

300

Many celebrations occur near the shortest day of the year. What is this day called?

Winter Solstice

400

A Council District office on the 18th floor has a resident four-legged staff member. What is this pet's name?

What is Henry.

400

Dustin Diamond is a famous celebrity from San Jose that appeared on this popular early 90's tv sitcom that follows a group of high school friends and their principal. 

What is Saved by the Bell

(Dustin played "Screech")

400

Before becoming an elected official, Sam held these jobs.

What is a criminal Federal and Local prosecutor.

400

It's a favorite of government officials who are doing everything they can to help stop the spread of COVID-19

What is "Flatten the Curve"

400

Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration that starts on this date.

December 26th (To honor African Heritage).

500

This citizen is a regular public commenter each week at every San Jose public meeting that starts his comment with "Hi, can you hear me?"

Who is Blair Beekman.

500

These were the original residents of San Jose

Who are the Mewekma Ohlone Tribe

500
Sam played this sport in college.

What is Crew.

500

In the beginning of the pandemic, shoppers were often told this phrase due to the stockpiling of essential items.

What is "Limit is 2"

500

Number of days Hannukkah is celebrated

What is 8 

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