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Sadly, this princess passed away on August 31, 1997 in Paris from an auto accident. 

Who is Diana, Princess of Wales?

100

This area became Canada's third territory on April 1st, 1999.

What is Nunavut?

100

A 1994 American comedy-drama movie famously known for the this quote, "My mama always said, 'Life is like a box of chocolates' ".  

What is Forrest Gump

100

This American professional women's league played their first game at the Great Western Forum in Los Angeles on June 21, 1997. Players were nervous as the game was also televised. The league still exists today with 12 teams.

What is the WNBA or Women's National Basketball Association)?

100

If you heard this sound you knew someone was trying to do this. 


What is connect to the internet?

100

In 1996, this Sesame Street character became one of the fastest selling and most popular toys ever sold. It vibrated, giggled, and talked when it was squeezed.

Who is Elmo?

200

This new currency was established in 1999, with each banknote a different colour and depicting a different period in European art history.

What is the euro?

200

This coin was released on February 19, 1996. The animal on this coin has a name, Churchhill.

What is the toonie?

200

This was one of the most popular boy bands of the 90s, with their album "No Strings Attached" selling 1 million copies in a single day. 

Who/What is NSYNC? 

200

In 1994, this city had a Stanley Cup riot in its downtown core. Numerous individuals were arrested and charged, and up to 200 people were injured.

What is Vancouver, BC?

200

In 1990, this computer graphics software allowed everyday consumers to alter digital images.

What is (Adobe) Photoshop?

200

This palm-sized, egg-shaped keychain housed a needy, beeping virtual pet. Raising the alien baby into adult creatures involved keeping it happy by feeding it, cleaning it, and giving it medicine.

What is Tamagotchi?

300

This technology company initially known primarily as a web browser was founded by two Stanford University students in 1998. It's now one of the most powerful global companies with several products and services while its browser page is the most visited in the world.

What is Google?

300

This province took a vote called a referendum to decide whether it would separate from Canada permanently.

What is Quebec?

300

Formed in 1990 in Houston, Texas, this girl group comprised of Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland, LaTavia Roberson, and LaToya Luckett. 

Who/What is Destiny's Child?

300

Named the 1992/93 NBA rookie of the year, this 7 ft 1 inch center played for the Orlando Magic his starting year. He is a funny guy! 

Who is Shaquille O'Neal?

300

In the late 1990s, this new kind of portable device was made available to purchase which allowed people to play music without the need for a cassette or CD. 

What is an MP3 player?

300

This mouse-like creature with electric powers first appeared as the mascot of the beloved Pokemon Series in 1996

Who is Pikachu

400

In 1999, this European country held their first parliament meeting since 1707 when they merged with another well-known, now ex-European, country. 

What is Scotland?

400

On May 31, 1997, the world's longest bridge over ice-covered waters, at 12.9 metres, opens between these two provinces and is named the Confederation Bridge.

What are PEI (Prince Edward Island) and New Brunswick?

400

Even though this movie flopped at its release in 1999, it garnered critical acclaim and won almost every award for which it was nominated. The 2018 film, Ready Player One, pays homage to this well-beloved gigantic mech.

What is The Iron Giant?

400

Leading up to the 1994 Winter Olympics, figure skater Nancy Kerrigan was attacked during a practice session by this fellow competitor:


Who is Tonya Harding?

400

Created in Japan in 1996, this new data storage format for videos and computer software was introduced to the United States during the 69th Academy Awards the following year.

What is the DVD (Digital Versatile Disk)?


400

She was 25 when Friends became an instant classic, and her style was fun and sophisticated. She had a classic approach to silhouettes and femininity that she’s maintained to this day! 


Who is Jennifer Aniston?

500

In 1990, this project was launched to identify the entire set of DNA instructions found in a human cell. This project that was completed in 2003 has accelerated the study of human biology and improved the practice of medicine. 

What is the Human Genome Project? 

500

Prime Minister Brian Mulroney implemented a never-before-used section of the Constitution to get an additional 8 Conservative senators to approve a national tax on January 1, 1991 on supplies, except essentials such as groceries, rent, and medical services.

What is the GST or the goods and services tax?

500

Giving the origin story of Anakin Skywalker, this long-awaited prequel finally came out in theatres in May 1999, sixteen years after Return of the Jedi.

What is Star Wars: Episode 1-The Phantom Menace?

500

His 1997 accolade was the pace-setter, however, and it led to a period of dominance that spanned almost seven years. After a public downfall, he returned to to his winning ways for golf in 2019 by once again emerging victorious in the Masters:



Who is Tiger Woods?

500

In 1991, Linus Torvalds began developing one of the most important open-source operating systems in the world still in use today in Android phones, Chromebooks, and cameras. 

What is Linux?

500

This fashionable hair accessory was worn by many, but feared by all due to how difficult it was to put on. If you weren't careful, you could end up with scratches or even a poke in the eye! 

What is a comb headband?

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