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Marigold
100

This spicy Korean dish of fermented vegetables, often made with cabbage and radishes, is a staple in its cuisine

kimchi

100

The Rhodes Scholarship allows students to study at this prestigious university

University of Oxford

100

This waterborne disease, caused by Vibrio cholerae, is often linked to poor sanitation and contaminated water

cholera

100

This deep-sea fish is famous for its bioluminescent lure used to attract prey

anglerfish

100

Marigolds are named after this religious figure, to whom they were often offered in medieval Europe

Virgin Mary

200

This classic Italian pasta sauce, named after its meat base, is often simmered for hours and served with tagliatelle

Bolognese

200

This small liberal arts college in Maine is consistently ranked among the top in the U.S.

Bowdoin College

200

Since the bubonic plague (Black Death), this spread of disease has been the most deadly epidemic in recorded history.

The 1918–1919 influenza pandemic, often referred to as the Spanish flu

200

This semi-aquatic mammal has fur so dense it can trap air to keep itself warm in cold water.

sea otter

200

Known as cempasúchil in Spanish, marigolds are a key part of this Mexican celebration honoring deceased loved ones

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

300

This chemical leavener, often paired with an acid, helps baked goods rise by releasing carbon dioxide

baking soda

300

Founded in 1088, this Italian university is considered the oldest in continuous operation

University of Bologna

300

This British physician developed the first successful smallpox vaccine in 1796

Edward Jenner

300

Found in South America, this rodent is the world's largest and is often seen near water.

capybara

300

What is Marigold's birthday

September 14th, 2024

400

This French term means "to put in place" and refers to the preparation and organization of ingredients before cooking.

mise en place

400

This Ivy League university is home to the Pulitzer Prize

Columbia University

400

What symbol is present on the World Health Organization's logo?

A staff with a snake coiling around it

400

Known as the "living fossil," this marine creature has blue blood used in medical research

horseshoe crab

400

If Riley had a daughter named Petunia, what would the relationship between Petunia and Marigold be? 

Second Cousin 

500

The first recorded recipe for this custard-based dessert, topped with caramelized sugar, appeared in a French cookbook in 1691

crème brûlée

500

This three-letter Greek organization is commonly associated with academic honor societies

Phi Beta Kappa

500

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, abbreviated OSHA, was established in this decade

1970s

500

This bird has the fastest dive speed of any animal, reaching over 240 mph.

peregrine falcon

500

What is the common name for Tagetes patula? 

French Marigold

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