history
What ancient structure in China was built to keep invaders and the Mongols out?
The Great Wall of China
This geothermal city in New Zealand is famous for its skies hot Springs and strong sulphur smell
Rotorua
This rapper, known for hits like Hotline Bling and God’s Plan, released For All the Dogs in 2023.
Drake
What is the name of the fastest man in the world who holds the 100m and 200m world records?
Usain Bolt
Our school emblem features this mythical bird, symbolising aspiration and resilience
A Phoenix
This global organisation was formed in 1945 to promote world peace.
The United Nations
The giant clock tower in London was renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012
The Big Ben
In Euphoria, Zendaya plays this troubled high school student.
Rue Bennet
In which sport do teams compete in the Super Bowl?
American Football - NFL
This is the approximate distance of Mount Roskill Grammar School from Auckland city Centre
7 km
The Indus Valley civilisation was located in what is now these two modern-day countries? (can give one country for full points)
1. India
2. Pakistan
The windiest city in the world
Wellington
This reality series follows the Kardashian-Jenner family and their business ventures.
Keeping up With The Kardashians
This New Zealand city hosted the 2011 rugby World Cup final
Auckland
What is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature?
Mercury
This leader verse to power after the French Revolution and later became the emperor of France.
Napoleon
The dead Sea is famous for having this unusual property
A high amount of salt/sodium
This K-pop boy band announced a temporary hiatus as members enlisted in the military.
BTS
Who has won the most medals in the Olympics (28)
Michael Phelps
This country has the most number of active volcanoes in the world
Indonesia
On which date did India gain independence from British rule? (just date is alright)
15th August 1947
The statue stands on the top of Corcovado Mountain overlooking Rio de Janeiro
Christ the redeemer.
Billie Eilish was homeschooled along with this sibling, who is also her main music collaborator.
Finneas
This New Zealand city is known as the adventure capital of the world, famous for bungee jumping
Queenstown
This process allows plants to convert sunlight into energy
Photosynthesis