Riddles
The more of this there is, the less you see. What is it?
Darkness
Which country is known for inventing pizza?
Italy
Which ocean is the largest in the world?
Pacific Ocean
Who is the oldest person to be elected to the office of President of the United States?
Donald Trump
Which influential fashion designer created the “little black dress” and was known for her minimalist, elegant approach to fashion, often seen in the designs she created for herself
Coco Chanel
Which famous 1960s band from Liverpool is often referred to as "the Fab Four"?
The beatles
Which Canadian artist is famous for his iconic landscapes and works such as "The Jack Pine" and "The West Wind"?
Tom Thomson
What has keys but can't open locks?
A Piano
Which Canadian province is famous for its lobster?
Nova Scotia
What is the name of the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
The Equator
Which political theory, popularized by John Locke, asserts that governments are formed by the consent of the governed and that citizens have natural rights to life, liberty, and property?
Liberalism (or Social Contract Theory)
What popular accessory, often worn with formal outfits, was a staple in women’s fashion in the 1940s and 1950s?
Gloves
What city is often referred to as the "birthplace of jazz," home to legendary musicians like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington?
New Orleans
Which Canadian author wrote the famous novel "Anne of Green Gables," set in Prince Edward Island?
Lucy Maud Montgomery
I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. I have no body, but I come alive with the wind. What am I?
An Echo
Which type of flour is traditionally used to make pasta?
Semolina flour
Which continent is known as the "Land Down Under"?
Australia
What is the name of the environmental policy in Canada that imposes a tax on carbon emissions?
The Carbon Tax
What material, often used for evening wear and formal attire in the 1950s, was known for its shine and luxurious feel, making it very popular for prom dresses?
Satin
Which instrument is known as the "king of instruments" and is often found in churches and concert halls?
The Organ
Which famous novel by George Orwell presents a dystopian society and introduces the idea of "Big Brother"?
1984
I walk without legs, I fly without wings, I cry without eyes. Wherever I go, darkness follows me. What am I?
Which Indigenous Canadian dish is made from bannock dough and often fried or baked?
Frybread
Which city is known as the "City of Canals"?
Venice, Italy
What is the name of the agreement that was signed between Canada and the United States in 1994 to create a trilateral trade bloc, including Mexico?
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)
In tailoring, what is the name of the tool used to mark fabric during the construction of a garment, typically with chalk or a pencil?
Tailor's chalk or fabric pencil
Which 1950s music icon is famous for his song “Johnny B. Goode” and is considered one of the founding fathers of rock and roll?
Chuck Berry
Which Canadian author wrote the best-selling novel "The Handmaid's Tale," which was later adapted into a TV series?
Margaret Atwood
What can travel around the world while staying in the corner?
A Stamp
In baking, what does "proofing" refer to?
The process of allowing dough to rise before baking, typically with yeast
Which body of water separates Saudi Arabia and Africa?
The Red Sea
Which Canadian province was the first to allow women the right to vote in provincial elections?
Manitoba (in 1916)
What is the name of the type of stitch used in tailoring to join two pieces of fabric, often used for hand-finishing hems or attaching linings?
Blind Stitch
Which music genre, originating in the 1940s, was characterized by fast tempos and improvisation and was popularized by artists like Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie?
Bepop
Which artist is considered the father of the Surrealist movement, known for his iconic painting "The Persistence of Memory," which features melting clocks?
Salvador Dalí
What can go up but can't go down?
Your age.
Which country is the birthplace of the hot dog?
Germany
What type of landform is the Grand Canyon?
Canyon
Which U.S. political figure is famous for his role in the Civil Rights Movement and for delivering the "I Have a Dream" speech?
Martin Luther King Jr.
What 1940s fashion trend for men was inspired by military uniforms, featuring broad shoulders and a strong, structured silhouette?
The Zoot Suit
Which opera by Giacomo Puccini tells the heartbreaking love story of a young Chinese girl named "Butterfly"?
Madame Butterfly
Which famous Canadian author won the Booker Prize in 2002 for his novel "Life of Pi"?
Yann Martel
Jared’s father has three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the third?
Jared.
What is the name of the type of service where waitstaff serve food from a tray directly to customers at the table, often used in upscale restaurants?
Plated Service
Which country is located on the Iberian Peninsula along with Spain?
Portugal
Which U.S. Supreme Court decision in 1973 legalized abortion nationwide?
Roe v. Wade
What is the term used for the area of the jacket that extends below the collar and is traditionally used for a hand-sewn lapel?
The Notch
Which 1950s musical, set in a small town in Oklahoma, features songs like “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” and “People Will Say We’re in Love”?
Oklahoma!
Which style of art emerged in the early 20th century, characterized by dreamlike imagery, irrationality, and an exploration of the unconscious mind, with artists like Salvador Dalí?
Surrealism
What runs around the whole yard without moving?
Fence.
Which popular coffee shop chain is known for its green mermaid logo?
Starbucks
What is the name of the underwater mountain range that stretches across the Atlantic Ocean?
The Mid-Atlantic Ridge
What was the name of the policy during the 20th century in the U.S. that sought to limit the spread of communism, often associated with the Cold War?
Containment
Which actress was known as the “Queen of Hollywood Glamour” during the 1940s and 1950s, famous for her sophisticated style and her marriage to actor and playboy, Richard Burton?
Elizabeth Taylor
Which symbol in music notation is used to indicate that the note should be held for a longer duration than its usual value?
A fermata
Which art movement, begun in the 1910s, is characterized by its use of abstract shapes, vibrant color, and rejection of traditional art forms, led by artists like Piet Mondrian?
De Stijl
You walk into a room that has a match, a kerosene lamp, a candle, and a fireplace. What would you light first?
The match.
In a traditional Beef Wellington recipe, which ingredient is missing: beef tenderloin, puff pastry, mushrooms, and ____?
Prosciutto
What do we call the steep, often vertical, side of a mountain or hill?
Escarpment
In Canadian politics, what is the term for the period between a federal election and the formation of a new government?
A "lame duck" period
Where is the headquarters of Lululemon located?
Vancouver, British Columbia
Which 1960s musical, set in a New York City gang rivalry, features songs like “Tonight” and “Maria”?
West Side Story
Which tool used in pottery is designed to shape and smooth the surface of wet clay during the creation of ceramic works?
Pottery wheel
If your uncle’s sister is not your aunt, what relation is she to you?
Your mother.
What is the name of the French term for the chef responsible for preparing cold dishes, such as salads, pâtés, and cold appetizers?
Garde manger
What is the largest country in Africa by land area?
A. Nigeria
B. Algeria
C. South Africa
D. Ghana
Algeria
What 1987 environmental agreement sought to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the use of chemicals like CFCs?
The Montreal Protocol
What fashion movement of the 1920s was characterized by women wearing shorter dresses and bobbed hair, symbolizing freedom and rebellion?
The Flapper movement
Which composer, known for his operas such as "The Barber of Seville" and "William Tell," was a prominent figure in the Italian opera scene during the 19th century?
Gioachino Rossini
Which prestigious book award, established in 1996, is presented annually to the best novel of the year and is named after a famous English writer who created the "Sherlock Holmes" character?
The Arthur C. Clarke Award (Note: This is an alternate suggestion for book awards; it could be "Man Booker Prize" or "Pulitzer Prize for Fiction" as well.)