To the Nearest…
To the nearest hundred, the number of years since the United States gained its independence
What is 200? The United States celebrated its bicentennial in 1976.
Use this word when answering in the negative.
What is no? This is often a toddler's favorite word because they are starting to assert themselves, which is a normal part of their development at this age.
This is Rice Krispies’ three-word tagline.
What is “Snap, crackle, pop”? In 2020, Kellogg’s released a music single and video jingle of the tagline.
This relaxing herb is known for its calming properties and is often made into a tea to drink before bed.
What is chamomile? The plant contains apigenin, which decreases anxiety and induces sleep.
In 1985, this ear-tugging host of a Saturday primetime variety show was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame.
Who is Carol Burnett? The ear tug originated as her way of saying hello to her grandmother.
You must clear this three-letter agency before boarding your flight.
What is TSA? The agency was formed after 9/11. Airline employees conducted pre-board screening before federal employees took over the responsibility.
To the nearest billion, the number of people in the world
What is eight? The total population is around 8.1 billion.
This is a former spouse or significant other.
What is ex? Ex- is also used as a prefix to mean “out” or “thoroughly.” For example, exhausted means “thoroughly tired.”
They are the three most popular stooges of The Three Stooges.
Who are Larry, Curly, and Moe? The Three Stooges was a vaudeville act before coming to TV. The original third Stooge was Shemp, and he was replaced by Curly when he left. When Curly died, Shemp came back for a brief time.
He wrote a second version of “Candle in the Wind” for Princess Diana’s funeral.
Who is (Sir) Elton John? The original version was written for Marilyn Monroe.
Duo George and Gracie, with these last names, were 1988 inductees.
Who are Burns and Allen? “Say goodnight, Gracie,” said Burns at the end of each show. She replied, “Goodnight,” not “Goodnight, Gracie,” as legend has it.
Go to the top of this landmark in Seattle for a panoramic view of the city.
What is the Space Needle? You can ride the monorail from downtown to the Space Needle.
To the nearest foot, the recorded height of the tallest man who ever lived
What is nine? According to Guinness World Records, Robert Wadlow, born in 1918, stood at eight feet, 11 inches tall.
Do not collect $200, and don’t pass this on your way to jail.
What is Go? This is a penalty in the game of Monopoly.
These are the primary colors.
What are red, yellow, and blue? All other colors except black and white are created by mixing the three primary colors. White is the absence of color, and black cannot be made by combining colors. It is its own color.
This is the common name for rubella.
What is German measles? It’s a childhood disease with symptoms including a body rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. It’s usually harmless for children but can cause serious problems during pregnancy and result in birth defects for the baby.
In 2011, this regular who portrays Phyllis Lindstrom on The Mary Tyler Moore Show was inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Who is Cloris Leachman? Previously, she had won one Daytime Emmy and eight Primetime Emmy Awards.
Ernest Hemingway’s U.S. home was in this southernmost city.
What is Key West? The house is now a museum, and some of the cats that still live there are descended from his cat.
To the nearest hour, the average flight time from New York City to London
What is seven? The flight time is around seven hours and 14 minutes. Westbound flights are typically longer due to the headwinds.
This is Spanish for “yes”
What is si? It’s also the Italian word for “yes.”
This three-word game is played using only the hands. It is primarily a game of chance and often is used to decide things such as who goes first.
What is rock, paper, scissors? Chinese researchers published a paper about the role psychology plays in winning (or losing) the game.
This British model introduced the “bag of bones” look during the early 1960s.
Who is Twiggy? Even in her retirement, she’s still famous as a former model, and she’s now a dame.
This television news anchor and noted journalist who signed off “Good night and good luck” was one of the inductees in 1984, the inaugural induction into the Hall of Fame.
Who is Edward R. Murrow? He was not a fan of recorded news, and he broadcast live from the battleground during World War II, even during bombings.
This country’s Amalfi Coast is picturesque.
What is Italy? The Amalfi Coast runs 25 miles in the south of Italy, and it’s 90 minutes from Naples. It is said that the alluring sound of sirens—mythological half-women, half-birds—beckons you to return.
To the nearest ten, June Lockhart’s age (You’ll remember her as the mom in the classic television show Lassie.)
What is 100? She was born June 25, 1925, and she turns 99 this year.
This two-letter prefix means “not,” and it can also stand alone as its own word.
What is in? Examples include inexcusable, ineffective, and indecisive.
A triathlon comprises these three sports.
Who is Mr. Watson? Arthur Conan Doyle writes through Mr. Watson.What are running, swimming, and cycling? The oldest finisher of the IRONMAN Championship was 85-year-old Hiromu Inada, who completed the challenge in 2018 in a little less than 17 hours.
When this composer died in 1850, it marked the end of the baroque era, and the classical era followed.
Who is Bach? The classical period lasted 80 years during the 18th and 19th centuries, with important composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and Haydn being among the greats of the period.
This actress has the starring role in The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman and plays Sipsey in Fried Green Tomatoes. She was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020.
Who is Cicely Tyson? She also plays Ophelia, mother of Annalise Keating (Viola Davis), on the ABC hit How to Get Away with Murder.
This South Pacific vacation paradise that starts with the letter T is the largest island in French Polynesia.
What is Tahiti? Tahitians are said to be the friendliest people in the world. The 188 islands that comprise French Polynesia are home to no poisonous snakes or insects.
To the nearest thousand, the number of miles across the continental United States
What is three? The length of the mainland United States is between 2,500 and 3,000 miles, depending on the cities of departure and arrival.
According to Merriam-Webster, this two-letter word is “used to call attention or to express wonder or surprise.”
What is lo? Remember this the next time you say “Lo and behold.”
These are the three parts of an atom.
What are protons, neutrons, and electrons? The number of each part in an atom varies by element. Protons are positively charged, electrons are negatively charged, and neutrons are neutral.
Shakespeare penned the line “The first thing we do, let’s kill all the lawyers” in this play.
What is Henry VI, Part II? Lawyer jokes can be traced to Shakespeare, and they’re just as popular today as they were when he wrote them.
This American icon of comedy, known for his deadpan delivery and star of two sitcoms titled with his last name, was inducted in 1993.
Who is Bob Newhart? Newhart starred in The Bob Newhart Show from 1972–1978 and again in the beloved sitcom Newhart from 1982–1990.
In Greece, you can sip this four-letter, anise-flavored spirit.
What is ouzo (OOH-zoe)? Say “ya mas” when toasting. It means “to us.” You could also say (or shout) “Opa!” Opa is a catch-all word meaning “joy,” “excitement,” etc.