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AI

What is Artificial Intelligence?

100

This 1991 album by Nirvana helped popularize the grunge movement.

What is Nevermind?

100

Before Jared Goff arrived, this decade long quarterback for Detroit was traded to the Rams, where he immediately won a Super Bowl.

Who is Matthew Stafford?

100

For decades, this multi-billion dollar enterprise has sparked internet debates every November over its iconic "Pumpkin Spice Latte".

What is Starbucks?



 

100

This precise knife skill requires a chef to cut vegetables into long, thin strips resembling matchsticks.

What is julienne?


200

DEH

What is Digital Enablement Hub?

200

In 2002, this former boy-bander had zero sympathy for an unfaithful ex in the hit song "Cry Me A River".

Who is Justin Timberlake?

200

In 2011, this Justin Verlander-led Tigers team advanced all the way to the World Series, only to be swept by this National League team from San Francisco.

Who are the Giants?


200

Jenna Ortega returned to Netflix to reprise her deadpan, dance-loving role as this Addams Family daughter.

Who is Wednesday Addams?

200

This classic Italian rice dish is cooked slowly with broth until it reaches a rich, creamy consistency.

What is risotto?



300

LDM

What is Lean Daily Management?


300

Despite composing some of the most profound music in human history, this legendary classical musician famously struggled with and eventually lost his hearing.

Who is Ludwig van Beethoven?

300

While Isiah Thomas was the face of the "Bad Boys," this center served as the team's relentless, physical enforcer and remains the franchise's all-time leader in personal fouls.

Who is Bill Laimbeer?

300

In 2024, Beyoncé explored her Texas roots and broke streaming records by releasing this acclaimed, country-inspired studio album.

What is Cowboy Carter?

300

This daytime television icon and lifestyle guru became famous for her meticulous recipes, home entertaining tips, and a friendship with Snoop Dogg.

Who is Martha Stewart?

400

NLP

What is Natural Language Processing?

400

This massive short-form video platform propelled songs like Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" to the top of the charts.

What is TikTok?

400

In 1997, this Red Wings defenseman suffered a tragic, limousine accident just six days after winning the Stanley Cup, ending his playing career but inspiring the team's 1998 "Believe" campaign.

Who is Vladimir Konstantinov?

400

The rap world was transfixed by a massive 2024 lyrical feud between Drake and this Pulitzer Prize winner, who dropped the diss track "Not Like Us."

Who is Kendrick Lamar?

400

This protein composite gives elasticity to dough, helping it rise and keep its shape.

What is gluten?

500

RPA

What is Robotic Process Automation?

500

Eminem won an Oscar in 2003 for this intense, autobiographical track featured in the film 8 Mile.

What is "Lose Yourself"?

500

Built by integrated Black and Latino physicians in 1973, this former hospital's abandoned site will be the location of DCFC's new stadium.

What is Southwest Detroit Hospital?

500

TikTok was completely taken over by this phrase describing how to look modest, neat, and respectful at work.

What is "Very demure, very mindful"?


500

When making chocolate, this highly precise process of heating and cooling the liquid ensures the cocoa butter crystallizes correctly, giving the final bar a glossy snap.

What is tempering?

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