Middle School Slang
This word means something is excellent or impressive, as in “That new sneaker drop is so ___.”
What is “fire”?
This wizard’s parents were killed by Voldemort, leaving him with a lightning scar
Who is Harry Potter?
This Indiana Fever guard and former Iowa Hawkeye is famous for her deep three pointers and no look passes
Who is Caitlin Clark?
This disease outbreak, first identified in Wuhan, China, shut down schools and events worldwide starting in 2020
What is COVID-19 (the coronavirus pandemic?)
This prophet led his family out of Jerusalem before it was destroyed and eventually reached the promised land
Who is Lehi?
If someone says this after you say something obviously true, they’re agreeing sarcastically… or for real.
What is “no cap”?
This ogre’s true love is a princess who turns into an ogre herself every night
Who is Shrek?
This running back is the Tennessee Titans/Oilers franchise’s all time leading rusher with over 10,000 yards
Who is Eddie George?
This wall dividing a European capital came down in 1989, symbolizing the end of the Cold War
What is the Berlin Wall?
This missionary son of King Mosiah is known for his years of service teaching the Lamanites, alongside his brothers
Who is Ammon?
This phrase means someone is being extremely dramatic or over-the-top.
What is “the main character” (or “main character energy”)?
This pirate captain fears the ticking crocodile that swallowed his hand and a clock
Who is Captain Hook?
This Slovenian star entered the NBA with the Dallas Mavericks and is known for his stepback three pointer
Who is Luka Dončić?
On September 11, 2001, terrorists hijacked planes and attacked these two towers in New York City
What are the World Trade Center towers (the Twin Towers)?
This military leader raised the Title of Liberty to rally the Nephites in defense of their freedom
Who is Captain Moroni?
This one-word reaction means something is embarrassing or awkward, often said when someone messes up in public.
What is “cringe.”
This hobbit’s uncle Bilbo gives him a magic ring on his birthday, setting off his journey
Who is Frodo Baggins?
This MLB all time hits leader was banned from baseball in 1989 for betting on games while managing the Cincinnati Reds
Who is Pete Rose?
This country’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 led to major sanctions and a war still affecting global energy prices
What is Russia?
This king gave up his throne, taught his people, and is remembered for a famous prayer asking to be purified from sin
Who is King Benjamin (or King Lamoni, depending on which prayer you’re referencing)?
This term describes the specific, low-key style or aesthetic someone has, as in “I love your ___.”
What is “aura” (or “rizz” for charisma)?
This antihero scientist transforms into a giant green monster whenever he gets angry
Who is the Hulk (Bruce Banner)?
This French forward scored a hat trick in a World Cup final but still ended up on the losing side after extra time and penalties
Who is Kylian Mbappé
This social media platform, launched in 2004 from a Harvard dorm room
What is Facebook?
This final Nephite prophet and record keeper buried the golden plates and later appeared to Joseph Smith as a resurrected being
Who is Moroni?