History
This ancient writing system used symbols called hieroglyphs.
What is Egyptian writing?
This baseball player famously broke Babe Ruth’s home run record in 1974.
Who is Hank Aaron?
This award honors lifetime achievement in the film industry and is presented by the Academy.
What is the Honorary Oscar?
This genre of music focuses on rhythm and spoken lyrics over a beat.
What is hip-hop?
This holiday is celebrated on December 25 and is often associated with gift-giving, decorated trees, and Santa Claus.
What is Christmas?
This explorer led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.
Who is Ferdinand Magellan?
This country hosted the 2024 Summer Olympics.
What is France?
This award recognizes excellence in fashion design.
What is the CFDA Award?
This composer wrote The Four Seasons.
Who is Antonio Vivaldi?
This holiday is celebrated on July 4th in the United States with fireworks and parades.
What is Independence Day?
This Cold War alliance included the United States and Western Europe.
What is NATO?
In basketball, this violation occurs when a player takes too many steps without dribbling.
What is traveling?
This annual prize is awarded for outstanding contributions to American music.
What is the Kennedy Center Honor?
This music genre blends classical traditions with African American musical roots.
What is blues?
This holiday is known for trick-or-treating, costumes, and jack-o’-lanterns
What is Halloween?
This U.S. purchase from France in 1803 doubled the nation’s size.
What is the Louisiana Purchase?
This famous soccer player is known by the nickname “Pelé.”
Who is Edson Arantes do Nascimento?
This award recognizes the best director in film.
What is the Academy Award for Best Director?
This British rock band is known for songs like “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
Who is Queen?
This holiday celebrates love and is observed on February 14.
What is Valentine’s Day?
This ancient city was the center of the Byzantine Empire.
What is Constantinople?
This term refers to a perfect score of 300 in bowling.
What is a perfect game?
This trophy is awarded to the winner of Major League Baseball’s championship series.
What is the Commissioner’s Trophy?
This instrument is part of the woodwind family and often leads melodies.
What is a flute?
Families often gather to eat turkey and give thanks on this November holiday.
What is Thanksgiving?