From Quirk to Classic
This beverage was originally concocted as a medicinal tonic, claiming to cure everything from exhaustion to digestive troubles before becoming a household name.
What is Coca-Cola?
This high-pitched device has been used for centuries to signal the start or end of classes, work shifts, or religious ceremonies.
What is a bell?
This singer and performer, who released chart-topping hits such as "Material Girl" and "Holiday," rose to international fame in the 1980s, becoming a defining figure of pop music, fashion, and music video culture.
Who is Madonna?
The hidden smile in this retailer’s logo subtly stretches from the first letter to the last, hinting at the company’s promise to deliver products covering everything from A to Z.
What is Amazon?
These animals, famous for eating bamboo, were flown back to China in October of 2024 from Zoo Atlanta as part of a conservation program.
What are giant pandas?
Conceived as a three-dimensional educational tool, this invention by a Hungarian architect was not initially a toy but a method to demonstrate spatial rotations—its later international craze was entirely unplanned.
What is a Rubik’s Cube?
This classic animated character is known for saying "What’s up, doc?" in a very distinctive voice.
Who is Bugs Bunny?
"On Wednesdays, we wear pink" and obsess over pop culture references—this teen comedy made Regina George a style icon.
What is Mean Girls?
This footwear brand’s iconic star-inside-a-circle emblem has become synonymous with basketball legends and punk rock rebels alike, appearing on courts and concert stages for decades.
What is Converse (Chuck Taylor All Star)?
Known for its strikingly bright patterns, this small amphibian secretes chemical defenses through its skin, signaling danger to predators and captivating wildlife photographers alike.
What is a poison dart frog?
Daily Double!!! | The phrase "mad as a hatter" comes from the historical use of this toxic substance in hat-making.
What is mercury?
The loud, repeating sound heard when a noise bounces off canyon walls and returns to the listener is an example of this natural acoustic effect.
What is an echo?
In 2018, characters from disparate cinematic universes united in this epic film, resulting in record-breaking ticket sales and dominating pop culture, from viral memes to fan debates, across social media, news outlets, and global fandoms.
What is Avengers: Infinity War?
This ice cream brand, known for its Vermont roots, uses packaging featuring a playful cow pattern and is famous for its quirky flavor names and commitment to social and environmental causes.
What is Ben & Jerry’s?
This nocturnal, insect-eating mammal uses its snout and tongue to extract ants and termites from underground colonies, often digging extensive tunnels and creating intricate burrows as it forages.
What is an aardvark?
This famous toy was accidentally created during World War II while scientists were searching for a synthetic rubber substitute.
What is Silly Putty?
Composed for an arcade game, this looping electronic tune accompanies the movement of the titular character as he navigates a maze, chomping dots and avoiding enemies.
What is the Pac-Man theme?
On this MTV series, artists stripped down their songs to acoustic sets, creating legendary performances by stars like Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, and Nirvana.
What is MTV Unplugged?
This beer, sold in a clear bottle and heavily marketed in the 1980s, became emblematic of carefree beach life and sun-soaked advertising campaigns.
What is Corona?
Dwelling in the ocean’s aphotic zone, this predator uses a glowing head appendage to lure unsuspecting prey in near-total darkness.
What is an anglerfish?
This aromatic spice, native to the Maluku Islands in Indonesia, fueled European exploration in the 16th century and was once worth more than its weight in gold.
What is nutmeg?
This high-pitched, exaggerated scream, recorded in the 1950s, has echoed through hundreds of films and is named after the audio engineer who first captured it.
What is the Wilhelm Scream?
This 1990s TV show blended hip-hop, R&B, and crime drama, and became a pop culture touchstone by featuring live performances from artists like Aaliyah, Teena Marie, and Boyz II Men at the New York nightclub Natalie's.
What is New York Undercover?
This iconic salt brand’s umbrella-toting girl was first introduced in 1914 to emphasize the product’s resistance to clumping in rainy weather.
What is Morton Salt?
Daily Double!!! | Known for its strikingly colorful face, this African primate uses individualized red and blue markings to communicate social status and attract mates.
What is a mandrill?