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100
This is the only city to have hosted the summer Olympic Games three (3) times
What is London
100
The flag of this country consists of 50 stars, representing 50 states and 13 red and white stripes, representing the original 13 colonies.
What is the United States
100
Running atop the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia and North Carolina, which scenically stunning 469-mile route is America's longest linear park?
A. Golden Ridge Parkway
B. North Carolina Highway
C. Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a spectacular route running between awe-inspiring panoramic views and up-close visions of lush, green forests. The road meanders between Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park and the Great Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina.
100
This is the world's best-known and largest travel luggage company. In 2022, the luggage market was valued at approximately 17.6 billion U.S. dollars worldwide.
A. Samsonite
B. Louis Vuitton
C. Tumi
What is Samsonite
100
This is the capital of the United States of America and home to the White House.
What is Washington D.C.
200
The 2024 Olympics, will be hosted by this city and country, marking 100 years since the last time this city hosted.
What is Paris, France.
200
The "tricolore" (three-colour) flag is an emblem of the Fifth Republic. It had its origins in the union, at the time of the country's revolution, of the colors of the King (white) and the capital city (blue and red).
What is the French Flag
200
Route 66, also known as the "Mother Road" and the "Main Street of America," is one of the most iconic and well-known highways in the country. In fact, it was among the first original highways in the U.S. highway system. What year was it established?
A. 1966
B. 1926
C. 1916
1926
The route, which was established in 1926, includes countless scenic landmarks and historic sites, making it the ultimate road trip destination. Remarkably, the route spans across a total of eight states from Illinois to California!
200
This country is the most popular tourist destination in the world, welcoming almost 90 million visitors each year.
A. United States
B. France
C. Australia
What is France
200
This is the capital city of the Republic of Ireland and home to Trinity College and the Book of Kells.
What is Dublin
300
The last series of solid gold medals was awarded at the 1912 Olympic Games held in Stockholm, Sweden. All "gold" medals are now actually made of 92.5% of this metal.
What is silver
300
The colorss of this country's flag are said to stand for nation-religion-king. Red for the land and people, white for religions and blue for the monarchy.
What is Thailand
300
Which of the following is the name of California’s longest highway, which runs along the dramatic Pacific coastline?
A. Pacific Coast Highway
B. Oceanic Highway
C. Route California
California's Pacific Coast Highway runs a staggering 653 miles from Dana Point in Orange County to Leggett in Mendocino County. Along the way are a number of notable attractions, including Malibu, Big Sur, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
300
The shortest commercial flight in the world, which takes under two minutes, is offered in which country?
A. Kuwait
B. Scotland
C. Russia
Scotland
300
This is the capital city, or "City of Lights" of France.
What is Paris
400
The Beijing Olympics, 2008, began at exactly 8:08:08 PM on 8/8/08 because the number 8 is considered lucky in this country.
What is China
400
The flag of this country was intended to symbolize the inclusion and hoped-for union between Roman Catholics (symbolized by the green color) and Protestants (symbolized by the orange color) of this country. The white in the center signifies a "lasting truce between Orange and Green"
What is Ireland
400
This road in London is famous because it is where the Beatles recorded music in the 1960's. It also appears on one of their album covers.
What Abbey Road
400
This country has the highest number of Michelin Starred restaurants.
A. Italy
B. France
C. Japan
France
400
This is the capital and most populous city of Thailand.
What is Bangkok
500
This country has the most bids to host the Olympics with a total of 56 bids from 22 cities.
What is the United States
500
A more traditional interpretation of this country's flag states that blue represents freedom, as well as the majesty of the blue sky. White, on the other hand, represents the clouds, whereas the sun represents the Sun of May. This sun represents the process of independence that started on 25th May 1810.
What is Argentina
500
Spanning from Miami to Key West, what's the name of the 113-mile highway which consists of 42 bridges?
A. Overseas Highway
B. Florida Keys Highway
C. Oceanic Highway
Overseas Highway
The Overseas Highway, or US Route 1 from Miami to Key West, connects the Florida Keys to mainland Florida at Miami. This astonishing drive spans over crystal clear waters with several scenic vistas along the way.
500
The longest roadway in the world spans 19,000 miles. What is it called?
A. Pan American Highway
B. Trans Siberian Highway
C. China National Highway
Pan American Highway
500
What does the D.C. stand for in Washington D.C.?
DC stands for District of Columbia. Its creation comes directly from the US Constitution, which provides that the district, "not exceeding 10 Miles square," would "become the Seat of the Government of the United States."