This prophet anointed the first King of Israel...and then the second.
Samuel
African equines with distinctive black-and-white striped coats...might be the first thing you think of when you hear "it starts with Z"
Zebra
Run it back! The War of 1812 featured these nations.
United States and Great Briain
G'day mate! These a the most notable and well known marsupials of Australia
Kangaroo
There are 21 people who have achieved EGOT status, meaning they have done this...
Won all 4 major American entertainment awards (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony)
John The Baptist, The Jordan River
A popular summer squash known for its mild flavor and versatility, tastes great on the grill or mixed into bread
Zucchini
A US-government-funded expedition led by these two man to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Purchase
Lewis & Clark
In Rudyard Kipplings "The Jungle Book," Bagheera (this type of animal) serves as friend, protector and mentor to the "man-cub" Mowgli.
Black Panther
Between 1901 and 2024, this has been awarded to 1,012 individuals and organizations a total of 627 times...or should I say Laureates...
Nobel Prize
I bet you didn't see this coming. It's the number major prophets and the number of minor prophets.
4 & 12
Robert Plant could tell you, The Hinderburg is not a blimp but is instead this lesser known type of aircraft...let's hope your answer goes better.
Zeppelin
A Spanish-sponsored voyage led by the Portuguese resulted in the first circumnavigation of the Earth and was led by this man (He even got a straight named after him)
Ferdinand Megellan
A member of the pit viper family, these venomous and semi-aquatic snakes are found most commonly in the US South. They have dark bodies and flash a bright mouth when threatened. Watch your step!
Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin
This is awarded annually since 1935 to the top player in college football. It is considered the most prestigious award in the sport
The Heisman Award
The story of a wealthy man entrusting his money to his servants before a long journey is told in the parable of the talents, found in this Gospel, for a bonus 500 get the exact scripture
Matthew 25:14-30
A chemical element; this has atomic number 30 and is essential for avoiding sun burns
Zinc
The year in which Mount St. Helens erupted in Washington State.
1980
Though not the most logical answer, this animal is responsible for more human deaths in Africa than any other.
Hipopotomous
This is the only person male or female to have won 4 Oscars for acting
Katherine Hepburn
All good things must come to an end, this is the place where Moses is said to have died.
Mount Nebo
The time at which something is most powerful or successful
Zenith
This Ukrainian nuclear power plant that was the site of a catastrophic nuclear disaster in April 1986
Chernobyl
This is the worlds largest land carnivore
Polar Bear
This is the United States Armed Forces' highest military decoration and is awarded to recognize American soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, guardians, and coast guardsmen who have distinguished themselves by acts of valor
Medal of Honor