Math
If 4y - 7 = 9, what is y?
4
What is the law that states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?
Newton’s Third Law of Motion
What is the ancient Egyptian writing system known for its picture symbols?
Hieroglyphics
What do you call the main character in a novel?
The Protagonist
What fast-food chain is known for its “Golden Arches” logo?
McDonalds
If 3x + 5 = 2x + 12 ,what is x ?
7
What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.
What were the main outcomes of the Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919?
The Treaty of Versailles ended World War I, imposed heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany, and established the League of Nations.
What is the term for a word that imitates a natural sound?
Onomatopoeia
Which music artist is known as the “King of Pop” and released the iconic album “Thriller”?
Michael Jackson
If a shirt costs $40 and is on sale for 15% off, what is the sale price?
$34
What green pigment in plants is essential for photosynthesis?
Chlorophyll
What are the three branches of the U.S. government?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
What is the term for a character who remains unchanged mainly throughout a story?
Static character
In the book “The Hunger Games,” what is the name of the country where the story takes place?
Panem
Use the Distributive Property to simplify
2(x + 4) - 3(x - 2)
-x +14
Explain the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources, and give 1 example of each.
Renewable energy sources, including solar and wind, can be replenished naturally. Non-renewable energy sources, on the other hand, are finite and include fossil fuels like coal and oil.
What is the term for the system of social classes in which people are born into a certain social status?
Caste system
What is the term for the initial situation or background information in a story?
Exposition
Every year the Superbowl features a halftime show by a legendary act, but 2023’s show attracted more than 120 million viewers, setting a new record. Who headlined?
Rihanna
A stock price decreased from $120 to $90. What is the percent change?
25% Decrease
-25%
What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum in a cell?
The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is involved in the synthesis of proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER) and the transport of materials within the cell.
What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. government?
To prevent any one branch of government (Legislative, Executive, Judicial) from becoming too powerful by allowing each branch to have some measure of influence over the other branches.
What is the term for a sentence that joins two or more independent clauses with a conjunction or semicolon?
Compound sentence
Who famously interrupted Taylor Swift's acceptance speech at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, sparking controversy and backlash?
Kanye West