Sports
What is the name of the playing surface in a game of tennis?
The court.
What is the name of the motorcycle manufacturer known for producing the "Gold Wing" touring bike?
Honda
Which herb is commonly used in Italian cuisine and is often paired with tomatoes and basil in dishes like pizza and pasta sauce?
Oregano.
Which famous civil rights leader was born in Atlanta in 1929?
Martin Luther King Jr.
Which iconic American National Monument features the faces of four U.S. presidents carved into the granite face of a mountain?
Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington.
In which 1994 film does Tom Hanks play the role of a man who forms an unlikely friendship with a volleyball named Wilson while stranded on a deserted island?
Cast Away
Which country is famous for its dominance in cricket?
India
Which motorcycle company is famous for its "LiveWire" electric motorcycle?
Harley-Davidson.
What is the main ingredient in pesto sauce?
Basil
What is the nickname of Atlanta due to its prominence as a transportation hub?
"The Gateway City" or "The Gateway to the South."
What is the name of the American National Monument located in New York Harbor that was a gift from France to the United States?
The Statue of Liberty National Monument.
In which year did Christopher Columbus first arrive in the Americas?
1492
In the film "Forrest Gump," what is Forrest's favorite mode of transportation?
Running
What is the maximum number of players a baseball team can have on the field at any given time?
Nine
What does the abbreviation "CC" stand for in reference to motorcycle engine displacement?
Cubic Centimeters.
Which spice, derived from the stigmas of a flower, is one of the most expensive spices by weight?
Saffron.
Which major international airport serves Atlanta?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Which American National Monument preserves the site of the first battle of the American Civil War, located in South Carolina?
Fort Sumter National Monument.
What was the name of the first permanent English settlement established in North America in 1607?
Jamestown.
Which 1993 film marked Tom Hanks' first collaboration with director Steven Spielberg, depicting the events surrounding the D-Day invasion during World War II?
"Saving Private Ryan."
Who holds the record for the fastest 100-meter sprint in history?
Usain Bolt.
What is the name of the Italian motorcycle manufacturer known for its high-performance sportbikes, such as the Panigale?
Ducati.
What is the primary spice used to flavor traditional Indian curry dishes?
Turmeric.
In which year did Atlanta host the Summer Olympics?
1996
What is the name of the National Monument in Arizona that protects the ruins of ancient Native American settlements, including the Casa Grande Ruins?
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument.
Who was the author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson.
In which movie does Tom Hanks portray a character who spends an extended period living in an airport terminal?
"The Terminal" (2004).
Which city hosted the 2016 Summer Olympics?
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Which motorcycle manufacturer produces the popular "GS" series of adventure bikes?
BMW Motorrad.
Which herb, often used in Mediterranean cuisine, is a key ingredient in tzatziki sauce?
Dill.
What is the name of the prominent street in Atlanta famous for its nightlife, restaurants, and entertainment venues?
Peachtree Street.
Which American National Monument, located in South Dakota, memorializes Native American leaders Crazy Horse and his people?
Crazy Horse Memorial.
What was the name of the war fought between the Northern and Southern states of the United States from 1861 to 1865?
The Civil War.
What is the name of the fictional toy cowboy character voiced by Tom Hanks in the "Toy Story" film series?
Woody
In what year did the first modern Olympic Games take place?
1896.
Who is credited with inventing the first successful mass-produced motorcycle in 1894?
Hildebrand & Wolfmüller.
Which spice, commonly associated with Moroccan cuisine, is made from the dried fruits of the Cuminum cyminum plant?
Cumin.
Which Atlanta-based company is one of the largest beverage companies in the world, known for its soft drink
The Coca-Cola Company.
What is the name of the National Monument in Washington, D.C., dedicated to the 16th President of the United States?
The Lincoln Memorial.
What was the name of the Native American woman who served as an interpreter and guide for the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Sacagawea.
In the film "Philadelphia," for which role did Tom Hanks win his first Academy Award for Best Actor?
Andrew Beckett, a man with AIDS who sues his law firm for discrimination.
Who is the only athlete to win Olympic gold medals in both the 100m and 200m sprints at three consecutive Olympic Games?
Usain Bolt.
What was the first motorcycle to feature an electric starter?
The Harley-Davidson "Model 1" introduced in 1965.
What is the name of the aromatic herb commonly used in Asian cuisine, particularly Thai and Vietnamese dishes, to add a citrusy flavor?
Lemongrass.
Which university, founded in 1836, is located in Atlanta and is known for its engineering and business programs?
Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).
Which American National Monument in Utah features a series of sandstone arches, including the famous Delicate Arch?
Arches National Park.
What was the name of the act signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln in 1862, providing settlers 160 acres of land in the western United States?
The Homestead Act.
Which Tom Hanks film, released in 1995, was directed by Ron Howard and centers around a space mission gone wrong?
"Apollo 13."
Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?
Brazil, with 5 titles.
In what year was the iconic Honda CB750, considered the world's first superbike, introduced?
1969.
Which spice, known for its warm and slightly sweet flavor, is made from the inner bark of trees belonging to the genus Cinnamomum?
Cinnamon.
What was the name of the famous 1939 movie set in Atlanta during the American Civil War?
"Gone with the Wind."
What is the name of the American National Monument in Wyoming that protects a large collection of hot springs, geysers, and other hydrothermal features?
Yellowstone National Park.
Who was the President of the United States during World War I?
Woodrow Wilson.
What is the name of the real-life airline depicted in the film "Sully" (2016), where Tom Hanks portrays Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger?
US Airways.
Who is the only athlete to have won gold medals in both the Summer and Winter Olympic Games in different sports?
Eddie Eagan (boxing in 1920, bobsleigh in 1932).
Which motorcycle manufacturer produced the first commercially successful two-stroke motorcycle engine in 1913?
DKW (Dampf-Kraft-Wagen).
What is the name of the herb that is a primary ingredient in the French herb blend fines herbes, consisting of parsley, chives, tarragon, and chervil?
Chervil.
Which Atlanta neighborhood is known for its historic homes, tree-lined streets, and as the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr.?
Sweet Auburn.
Which American National Monument, located in California, preserves the site of the first major gold discovery in the United States, sparking the California Gold Rush?
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park (not a National Monument, but a significant site in American history).
What was the name of the Supreme Court case in 1954 that declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional?
Brown v. Board of Education.
In which film does Tom Hanks play the role of a college professor who becomes romantically involved with a mermaid?
"Splash" (1984).
What is the highest possible break in snooker?
147 points, achieved by potting all 15 reds with 15 blacks followed by the colors.
What is the name of the motorcycle racer known as "The King of Cool" and famous for his roles in classic films like "The Great Escape"?
Steve McQueen, who was an avid motorcycle enthusiast and racer.
Which spice, derived from the dried stigma of a flower, is used to flavor Middle Eastern and South Asian dishes and is often described as having a slightly bitter taste?
Cardamom.
Which famous fast-food chain, known for its chicken sandwiches, was founded in Atlanta in 1946?
Chick-fil-A.
Which American National Monument, located in Hawaii, includes the world's largest dormant volcano and is home to diverse ecosystems and landscapes?
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
Who was the President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War?
Jefferson Davis.
What was the name of the 1999 film for which Tom Hanks won his second consecutive Academy Award for Best Actor, portraying a man born with a below-average intelligence?
Forrest Gump