Historical Events
In 1912, this maritime disaster led to major changes in international safety regulations at sea.
What is the Sinking of Titanic?
This massive Gilded Age mansion in North Carolina remains the largest privately owned home ever built in the U.S.
What is the Biltmore Estate?
This Spanish rice dish is commonly flavored with saffron and may include seafood, chicken, or rabbit.
What is Paella?
This NBA star revolutionized the game with long-range shooting and holds the record for most career three-pointers.
Who is Stephen Curry?
This singer became known as the “Queen of Soul” and scored a signature hit with “Respect.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
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This 1914 assassination of this person in Sarajevo directly set off a chain reaction leading to World War I.
Who is Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
This former mission in San Antonio became a symbol of Texas independence after an 1836 battle.
What is the Alamo?
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This Latin American dish “cooks” raw fish using citrus juice rather than heat.
What is ceviche?
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This MLB award is given annually to the best pitcher in each league.
What is the Cy Young Award?
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Released in 1976, this Eagles album features the title track often interpreted as a commentary on fame and excess.
What is Hotel California?
In 2020, this U.S. Supreme Court decision ended federal protection for abortion rights established nearly 50 years earlier.
What is Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization?
This Virginia estate served as the home of the first U.S. president.
What is Mount Vernon?
Often described as the “fifth taste,” this savory flavor is found naturally in foods like mushrooms, tomatoes, and aged cheese.
What is Umami?
This city has hosted the College World Series almost every year since 1950.
What is Omaha?
This artist won Song of the Year at the Grammys for “What Was I Made For?” from the Barbie movie soundtrack.
Who is Billie Eilish?
This person won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2025.
Who is Maria Machado?
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Standing 630 feet tall, this stainless-steel monument symbolizes westward expansion in the United States.
What is the Gateway Arch?
These Eastern European dumplings are typically filled with potato, cheese, or meat.
What are pierogi?
Introduced in 2021, this NBA format determines the final playoff seeds through a short elimination tournament.
What is the NBA Play-In Tournament?
This was the first song to go viral on TikTok and top the Hot 100 for a record run.
What is Old Town Road?
The 2023 failure of this California bank triggered concerns about regional banking stability.
What is Silicon Valley Bank?
This South Dakota national park is known for sharply eroded buttes and rich fossil beds.
What is Badlands National Park?
This cooking method seals food in airtight bags and cooks it slowly in a temperature-controlled water bath.
What is Sous Vide?
This tennis star holds the Open Era record for Grand Slam singles titles.
Who is Serena Williams?
Before launching his solo career, this rapper produced tracks for artists like Eminem and Snoop Dogg under a different stage name.
Who is Kendrick Lamar (aka K-Dot)?