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What is the name of the popular fast-food chain known for its chicken sandwiches, founded in Atlanta?
(Answer: Chick-fil-A)
What year did the Falcons lose the Superbowl?
(Answer: 2017)
What is the main purpose of Model United Nations (MUN) conferences?
Answer: To simulate the workings of the United Nations and promote diplomacy and debate among students.
$200 Question: This playwright, whose influence extends beyond the Globe Theatre to the modern digital age, explored themes of betrayal, revenge, and the supernatural, often embedding dark political commentary within his works.
Answer: Who is William Shakespeare?
$200 Question: In "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," this character's demise involves a darkly poetic justice, falling off a cliff while attempting to kill Snow White, only to be crushed by a boulder, underscoring the film's grim undertones.
Answer: Who is the Evil Queen?
$200 Question: This journalist, known for her work on CNN's morning show, has received multiple Emmy Awards for her broadcasting achievements.
Answer: Who is Robin Meade?
Which downtown Atlanta restaurant is famous for its Southern-style comfort food, including dishes like fried chicken and macaroni and cheese?
(Answer: Mary Mac's Tea Room)
What is the name of the trophy awarded to the winning team of the Super Bowl?
(Answer: The Vince Lombardi Trophy)
In the United Nations, what term is used to describe the official statement of a country's position on a specific topic?
(Answer: Position Paper)
$400 Question: This author's exploration of the human psyche delves into the grim realities of war and the complexities of Russian society, using his literary genius to navigate the moral ambiguities of the 19th century.
Answer: Who is Leo Tolstoy?
$400 Question: This 1991 film features a prince cursed into a monstrous form for his arrogance, a story exploring themes of imprisonment and redemption, shadowed by the dark magic of an enchantress.
Answer: What is "Beauty and the Beast"?
$400 Question: An influential figure in the civil rights movement, this alumnus became the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations during the Carter administration.
Answer: Who is Andrew Young?
Name one of the popular food courts located near Georgia State University where students often grab a quick bite between classes.
Answer: The Curb Market (Sweet Auburn Curb Market) or Peachtree Center Mall food court
In which month does the Super Bowl typically take place?
(Answer: February)
How many countries are members of the United Nations?
(Answer: There are currently 193 member countries in the United Nations.
$600 Question: Harper Lee's novel, while often celebrated for its moral lessons, does not shy away from the darker aspects of human nature, including racial prejudice and the loss of innocence through the eyes of its young protagonist.
Answer: What is "To Kill a Mockingbird"?
$600 Question: In "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," this character's obsession with Esmeralda leads to one of Disney's darkest musical numbers, "Hellfire," where he battles his desires against his religious convictions.
Answer: Who is Judge Claude Frollo?
$600 Question: This author and poet, awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, is celebrated for her contributions to contemporary Southern literature
Answer: Who is Natasha Trethewey?
Which Atlanta restaurant is known for its iconic peach-themed decor and serves classic Southern dishes like shrimp and grits?
(Answer: The Varsity)
Which city hosted the first-ever Super Bowl in 1967?
Answer: Los Angeles, California
Name one of the main organs of the United Nations that delegates simulate in Model United Nations conferences.
Answer: Examples include the General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, etc.
$800 Question: This dystopian novel presents a future where historical revisionism and surveillance create a society devoid of truth and freedom, exploring the dark implications of totalitarianism on the human spirit.
Answer: What is "1984"?
$800 Question: This Disney film, inspired by Hamlet, features a young prince witnessing his father's death and his uncle's usurpation, delving into themes of betrayal, guilt, and redemption in the animal kingdom.
Answer: What is "The Lion King"?
This actress captivated audiences with her breakout role in "Pretty Woman," went on to win an Academy Award for Best Actress for "Erin Brockovich," and has become one of Hollywood's most beloved and bankable stars.
Answer: Who is Julia Roberts?
What is the name of the popular burger joint in Atlanta that originated as a food truck and is known for its creative burger combinations?
(Answer: The Vortex Bar & Grill)
Who has won the most Superbowl Rings?
Tom Brady
Name the 5 permanent members of the U.N. Security Council?
China, France, Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States
$1000 Question: This epic poem not only chronicles the journey of its hero but also delves into the darker aspects of Greek mythology, including encounters with monsters, the wrath of gods, and the trials of human endurance and cunning.
Answer: What is "The Odyssey"?
$1000 Question: This character, the antagonist of "Sleeping Beauty," curses an infant to death over a slight, embodying the dark themes of vengeance and the power struggles within a fairy tale narrative.
Answer: Who is Maleficent?
Known for his fast-paced rhymes and a distinctive voice in the hip-hop world, this artist also made a successful crossover to acting, notably playing Tej Parker in the "Fast & Furious" film franchise.
Who is Ludacris?