Food
Which fruit, often paired with rich cheeses like Brie or Camembert, has a tart flavor and is known for its soft, juicy flesh and firm skin?
Green Apple (or Grammy Smith)!
Taipei is the capital of which country?
Taiwan!
Which 1914 agreement between France, Britain, and Russia formed a military alliance against the Central Powers, including Germany and Austria-Hungary?
The Triple Entente!
Which state, known for its large number of lakes and forests, is home to the Great Lakes and is nicknamed "The Land of 10,000 Lakes?"
Hint: The Lakers were first based here and then moved to Los Angeles!
Minnesota!
Which Venetian explorer traveled extensively throughout Asia in the 13th century, famously reaching the court of Kublai Khan?
Marco Polo!
Which Dutch cheese, known for its smooth texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor, is often aged for months or even years to develop a stronger taste?
Gouda Cheese!
Which Caribbean island nation, famous for its white sandy beaches, tobacco, and rum, was once the center of Spanish colonial rule and is now known for its revolutionary history and vibrant cultural scene?
Cuba!
Which 1777 battle, a turning point in the American Revolution, convinced France to ally with the American colonists against Britain?
The Battle of Saratoga!
Which mountain range, located in the western United States, includes famous peaks like Mount Elbert and Mount Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous U.S?
The Sierra Nevada Mountain Range!
Which infamous 1945 event in Japan marked the first time a nuclear weapon was used in warfare, leading to the end of World War II?
The Bombing of Hiroshima!
Which Indian dish, often made with chicken or lamb, is cooked in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce and served with rice or naan bread?
Butter Chicken (or Murgh Makhani)!
Which country produced the first movie in the world?
France!
Which Ancient Civilization invented beer?
The Sumerians (they also had a goddess of beer, Ninkasi)!
Which Mediterranean island, which is part of the European Union, is known for its rich history, including the ancient ruins of Knossos and its beautiful beaches?
Crete!
Which film, directed by Robert Zemeckis, follows the life of a man with a low IQ who inadvertently influences several historical events in the U.S?
Forrest Gump!
Which leafy green vegetable, often used in salads or smoothies, is rich in iron and vitamins A, C, and K?
Spinach!
Which country declared independence from the Netherlands in 1830, has three official languages: Dutch, French, and German, and its capital is also the political center of the European Union?
Belgium!
Which Chinese leader, who ruled from 1949 until his death in 1976, founded the People's Republic of China and launched the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution?
Mao Zedong!
Which country, located on the Horn of Africa, is bordered by Eritrea, Djibouti, and Somalia, and has a long coastline along the Red Sea?
Ethiopia!
Which 1815 battle, in which Napoleon Bonaparte was defeated by the British and Prussian forces, marked the end of his reign?
The Battle of Waterloo!
Double Jeopardy:
Which delicacy, made from the roe of fish, is prized for its rich, salty flavor and is often served as an appetizer or garnish. The most sought-after varieties come from different species of fish, including Beluga, Ossetra, and Sevruga?
Caviar!
Double Jeopardy:
Havana is the capital of which country?
Cuba!
Double Jeopardy:
Which French philosopher, known for his advocacy of freedom of speech and separation of powers in government, wrote The Spirit of the Laws and influenced modern political thought?
Montesquieu!
Double Jeopardy:
Flowing through the Tibetan Plateau, which river is known as the "China's Sorrow" due to its history of devastating floods and is one of the longest in the world?
Yellow River (or Huang He)!
Double Jeopardy:
Which American painter was known for his famous splash painting or dripping paint bottles on his work?
Hint: We learned about him in MBMA and I have a painting of my name representing this man's work in my room.
Jackson Pollock!