Animals
What breed of dog is Snoopy, Charlie Brown’s pet?
A beagle
The imaginative dog’s alter egos include a WWI flying ace, a jazz musician, and a French soldier.
What American writer is best known for her young adult novel The Outsiders?
Susan Eloise Hinton
Otherwise known as S. E. Hinton, she also penned That Was Then, This Is Now and Rumble Fish.
Santiago is the capital city of what South American nation?
Chile
The city was founded in 1541 by Pedro de Valdivia, a Spanish conquistador.
What flower is used to make the beverage agua de Jamaica (huh-MY-kuh)?
Hibiscus
Agua de Jamaica literally translates to “hibiscus water,” though the beverage is often sweetened as well
What sculptor created works like Monument to Balzac and The Gates of Hell?
Rodin
Most famous for The Thinker, Rodin first showed interest in the arts around age 10.
What is the covering on the end of a shoelace called: a peen, an aglet, or an agraffe?
An aglet
The word comes from the Latin word for “needle” or “pin.”
In bowling, what is it called when a player makes three consecutive strikes?
A turkey
Other bowling terms include a double (two strikes in a row) and a hambone (four consecutive strikes).
What rock group was founded in 1974 by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson?
Heart
The sisters began singing and playing music together as children before forming their band
What European nation is bordered by Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands?
France
France also shares a maritime border with the UK via the English Channel.
What is the largest moon in our solar system?
Ganymede
The massive, icy moon orbits Jupiter. It is larger than Mercury and may have an underground saltwater ocean.
Can you name one of the two NFL teams tied with the most Super Bowl wins?
The New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers
Both teams have six wins each.
What religion celebrates the holidays Diwali, Makar Sankranti, and Ram Navami?
Hinduism
Diwali, the festival of lights, is also celebrated by those of Sikh faith.
What ancient Greek figure is considered the collector of many fables, including “The Lion and the Mouse”?
Aesop
Scholars debate whether Aesop was a real person or simply a pen name used by storytellers.
To what famous leader do historians attribute the quote “Lacta alea est,” or “The die is cast”?
Julius Caesar
According to historical sources, Caesar said this before crossing the Rubicon to invade Italy in 49 BC.
What is the second-largest country in the world, by area?
Canada
The largest nations by area are Russia, Canada, and the United States
What are the four main states of matter?
Solid, liquid, gas, and plasma
Under extreme conditions, other states of matter, such as a quantum Hall state, have been observed.
What are the four suits in a standard deck of cards?
Clubs, hearts, spades, and diamonds
The suits were originally designated by the French in the 1480s.
What is the longest river in Canada: the Mackenzie, the Churchill, or the Athabasca?
The Mackenzie River
From its headwaters to where it empties into the Beaufort Sea, the Mackenzie River system is 2,635 miles (4,241 km) long.
What animal is responsible for the most human deaths annually?
Mosquitos
Because these tiny insects transmit diseases, they are responsible for an estimated 725,000 to one million deaths each year.
Who is credited with inventing the quick-freezing method for frozen foods?
Clarence Birdseye
Birdseye was inspired by local Inuit techniques that allowed them to freeze and thaw flavorful fish.
The Murrawarri Republic is located in what nation?
Australia
The Indigenous peoples of the Murrawarri Republic have been legally advocating for autonomy since 2013.
What does the medical abbreviation AFIB stand for?
Atrial fibrillation
This term refers to a disruption in the heart’s normal rhythm.
What was Charles Dickens’ final novel?
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
The mystery remains unsolved today, as Dickens did not finish the novel before his death.
What Indian landmark has a name that means “Crown Palace”?
The Taj Mahal
The impressive complex was built to honor the emperor Shah Jahan’s beloved wife.
Fugu is the Japanese name for what animal: shark, puffer fish, or dolphin?
The puffer fish
This fish is poisonous if prepared incorrectly but is still a sought-after delicacy in Japan and abroad.
Who located the wreck of the Titanic in September 1985?
Robert Ballard
Ballard found the shipwreck 400 miles off the coast of Newfoundland and 12,600 feet below the ocean surface.
What city is well-known for manufacturing automobiles and is nicknamed “Motor City”?
Detroit
Detroit was once home to Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler, three of the most successful auto manufacturers.
What number or mathematical concept is represented by a “lemniscate”?
Infinity
The lemniscate of Bernoulli, used to symbolize infinity, looks like a sideways figure eight.
What 1980s soap opera centers on the Ewing family and their oil business?
Dallas
The real Texas house used for filming has been converted into a museum featuring memorabilia from the show
What are the three colors on the German flag?
Black, red, and gold/yellow
The flag was officially adopted by a reunified Germany in 1990.