History
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
What is the name of the planet we live on?
Earth
Who is the current (2020s) CEO of Tesla and SpaceX?
Elon Musk
Which country invented basketball?
The United States
Where is pizza originally from?
Italy
What major event started in 1939 and involved many countries around the world?
World War II
What is the capital of Canada?
Ottawa
Who is known for climate activism and began school strikes for climate at age 15?
Greta Thunberg
Where did the Olympic Games originate?
Greece
Which country is famous for inventing sushi?
Japan
What ancient civilization built the pyramids in Egypt?
The Ancient Egyptians
Which continent is the Sahara Desert located on?
Africa
Which author wrote the “Harry Potter” series?
J.K. Rowling
Which country is the origin of the sport sumo wrestling?
Japan
Where did the taco originate?
Mexico
What was the Cold War and which two countries were the main rivals?
A political and military tension after WWII; USA vs USSR
Name the longest river in the world.
Nile River
What is Malala Yousafzai known for?
Advocating for girls’ education and surviving a Taliban attack
Cricket began in which country?
Which country is known for inventing croissants?
Austria (though popularised in France)
What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on cities in the 19th century?
Rapid urbanization, poor living conditions, and growth in factories and jobs
Why do some countries have more natural resources than others, and how does this affect their economy?
Natural resources depend on location, climate, and geography. Countries with more resources (like oil or minerals) often have stronger economies, but it also depends on how well they manage and use them.
Why is Tim Cook considered influential in the tech world?
As Apple CEO, he expanded the company’s global reach and focused on privacy and sustainability
Which two countries are known for developing the martial art form jiu-jitsu?
Japan (traditional), Brazil (Brazilian jiu-jitsu)
Which country is considered the birthplace of chocolate as a drink and sacred food?
Ancient Mesoamerica (primarily the Aztecs and Maya in present-day Mexico/Central America)