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100

This 1962 confrontation between two nuclear superpower nations lasted for 13 days and was considered to be the closest moment during which the Cold War would escalate into full-scale Nuclear War.

What was the Cuban Missile Crisis?

100

This particular condiment, while paradoxically common as a morning staple yet hardly ever seen on a hot dog in the NYC metro area, is iconic for its presence on this street food in Seattle, WA.

What is cream cheese?

100

Although widely celebrated in the United States, this upcoming holiday is not considered a major holiday in the country of its origin.

What is Cinco de Mayo?

100

Known as "the 5", this basketball player is chiefly responsible for the tip-off and rebounding.

Who is the Center?

100

In most music performances, an instrumentalist who is arguably cramming in "too many notes" within short a rhythmic space is said to be "______________".

What is "overplaying"?

200

In 1964, this naval confrontation occurred off the North coast of Vietnam, which ultimately served as a pretext for the U.S. escalation of the Vietnam War. The maritime location in which this incident occurred is known as:

What is the Gulf of Tonkin?

200

Considered one of their goofier songs, released later in their career, this prominent late 1960-1970s rock band released such a jaunty tune known as "Hot Dog."

Who was Led Zeppelin?

200

A popular condiment throughout the world, it's abbreviated name happens to be pronounced in American English exactly as it is in Mandarin Chinese. 

What is mayo?

200

This band's iconic ballad, "Home Sweet Home," can be heard at the conclusion of this 2019 biographical comedy-drama that detailed the origin and outrageous antics of this aptly named group.

Who is Motley Crue?

200

This San Francisco heavy metal band, formed in 1979, featured several line-up changes throughout its career. And while it is still technically "active," it is currently on a performance hiatus. This group is known is "________ no More."

What is Faith?

300

Many centuries after its discovery, in the year 1992, the Vatican officially recognized the validity of the astronomical observation that the Earth revolved around the Sun and not the other way around. The astronomer who the Church, 349 years prior to this reconciliation, is commonly known by his first name as: 

Who was Galileo?

300
"The Ripper", infamously known for its deep-fried preparedness, is the product of this long-time hot dog (and more) restaurant located in Clifton, NJ. 

What is Rutt's Hut?

300

On this upcoming Monday, you will almost certainly hear this corny phrase as it is derived from a famous quote in a legendary space opera franchise.

What is "May the Fourth be with You"?

300

This 6 ft. 10 in. tall retired MLB pitcher, a Hall of Famer, is legendary for both having pitched a Perfect Game and for inadvertently tossing a 100 mph fastball that collided with a ____________.

What is a bird (dove)?

300

To next week's AP test takers, you would be wise to heed to the advice of this particular category, as over-answering on one of these types of questions can dock you points!

What is an FRQ (Free Response Question)?

400

In 1916, this mystic and faith leader was assassinated due to fear of his influence on the Tsarist rule of a nation that would soon after experience an overthrow of power and civil and political unrest. His last name would also become a major hit for a 1970s band that dedicated a song to his liking.

Who was Rasputin?

400

Although a staple food at this nationwide July 4th cookout to celebrate the signing of this famous document, in reality, the completion of the document signing did not occur until August 2nd of the same year. 

What is the Declaration of Independence?

400

A popular Thanksgiving food staple, this vegetable can be thought of as a rearrangement of this current month.

What is a yam?

400
Openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism are said to comprise the "Big Five Personality _________________".

What are traits?

400

Although a natural and renewable resource, it is generally taboo (and unnecessary) to add this to your soup, as it already has plenty of it.

What is salt?

500

During a 1966 interview that was broadcast live across the world, a heralded singer-songwriter proclaimed that his band was "bigger than Jesus". This artist and his band, together, were: 

Who was John Lennon and who were The Beatles?

500

The classic Chicago-style hot dog, layered with neon green relish, fresh tomatoes, white onions, yellow mustard, celery salt, and a dill pickle spear is said to be "Dragged through ______________"

What is the garden?

500

This civilization that existed from the period of antiquity to the modern era (circa 1697 AD) in the region of part of North and Central America. It would soon after be colonized as "New Spain."

What was the Mayan Empire?

500

This TV show followed the narrative and antics of predominantly five characters which ran for 12 seasons. Although fictional, its setting and location revolved around the non-fictional City of Pasadena and university most commonly known as "Cal Tech".

What is The Big Bang Theory?

500

This phrase, referring to a volume of workers too large to function efficiently within a confined workspace is known as:

What is "too many cooks in the kitchen"?

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