US misc facts
What US city has the biggest population?
New York City
What is the British English word for "apartment".
"flat"
"The early bird catches the _______."
"worm"
Which American comedian was briefly engaged to Ariana Grande before starting a relationship with Kim Kardashian?
Pete Davidson
What two countries border the US?
Canada and Mexico
How many states are in the US?
50
What is the British English word for "elevator"
"lift"
"Once in a blue ______."
"moon"
Best known for her TV show, she was the first female Black Billionaire.
Oprah Winfrey
What is the name of this body of water?
Gulf of Mexico
How many stripes are on the US flag?
13
What is the British English word for "vacuum cleaner".
"hoover"
"There's no use crying over spilled ______."
Former lead singer of a girl group, she has won more Grammy awards than any other singer.
Beyoncé
What state has the longest coastline?
Alaska
How many time zones does the continental US (not including Hawaii) have?
5
What is the British English word for the "trunk" of a car.
"boot"
"The straw that broke the _______’s back"
"camel"
He co-wrote and directed the quirky films “Moonrise Kingdom” and “The Grand Budapest Hotel”.
Wes Anderson
How many US states border Mexico?
4
What was the original name of New York City?
New Amsterdam
What is the British English word for "truck".
"lorry"
"Hunky-______"
"dory"
This American singer-songwriter is the only musician to have won the Nobel Peace Prize for literature.
Bob Dylan
The river that flows through the Grand Canyon shares its name with which American state?
Colorado