Astronomy
Prehistory
Gastronomy
Architecture
Chemistry
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A “shooting star” isn't actually a star, but instead..?

A meteor

1

What was the name of the supercontinent that existed before the continents separated into their present-day positions?

Pangaea

1

What is the main ingredient in guacamole?

Avocado

1

What famous Roman amphitheatre was built for gladiatorial contests?

The Colosseum

1

What is the chemical symbol for gold?

Au

2

What is the name of Saturn’s largest moon?

Titan

2

What was the time period during which the early humans first migrated to the American continent?

The Ice Age

2

What is the name of the chemical reaction responsible for much of the browning and flavor that develops when meat is seared or bread is toasted?

Maillard reaction

2

Which architectural style is known for pointed arches, large stained-glass windows, and flying buttresses?

Gothic

2

On the pH scale, what number represents a neutral substance at room temperature?

7

3

What is the name of the asteroid region beyond Neptune, that contains Pluto and many other small bodies?

Kuiper Belt

3

What does the name Tyrannosaurus rex literally mean?

Tyrant lizard king

3

What French culinary term refers to preparing and arranging all ingredients before cooking begins?

Mise en place

3

Name two of the three canonic orders of classical Greek architecture.

Ionic; Doric; Corinthian

3

Which subatomic particle determines what chemical element an atom is?

Proton

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