World History
Who is famous for sailing across the Atlantic in 1492 and discovering the Americas for Spain?
Christopher Columbus
What type of flatbread, popular in Indian cuisine, is often used to scoop up curry or other dishes?
Naan
What is the longest river in the United States?
The Missouri River
What is the chemical symbol for Gold?
Au
How many players are on a soccer team on the field at one time?
11
What 1919 treaty formally ended World War I and imposed severe penalties on Germany?
Treaty of Versaille
What fermented cabbage dish is a staple in Korean cuisine and known for its spicy flavor?
Kimchi
In what year did the United States declare its independence from Britain?
1776
Which gas makes up about 78% of Earth’s atmosphere?
Nitrogen
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Da Vinci
Which country had a famous revolution that began in 1776 and led to independence from Britain?
USA
What creamy Italian rice dish is slowly cooked with broth and often includes ingredients like mushrooms or seafood?
Risotto
Who was the 16th president of the United States, known for leading the country during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
What part of the cell contains the genetic material DNA?
The Nucleus
Which famous composer became deaf later in life but continued to compose symphonies?
Beethoven
What was the name of the large wall that separated East and West of a country during the Cold War?
Which Middle Eastern dish is made from ground chickpeas or fava beans and is deep-fried into small patties or balls?
Falafel
What is the name of the statue that was a gift from France?
Statue of Liberty
What scale is used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes?
The Richter scale
What is the most widely spoken language in the world?
Mandarin Chinese
What was the name of the system in medieval Europe where land was exchanged for military service and loyalty?
Feudalism
What traditional Hungarian dish is a spicy stew made with meat and paprika?
Goulash
Which U.S. state was the last to join the union, becoming the 50th state in 1959?
Hawaii
Who is credited with developing the theory of general relativity?
Albert Einstein
From which country does the cheese Brie originate?
Brie