World History
He led the Continental Army and later became the first U.S. President.
Who is George Washington? Washington never lived in the White House because it was not built yet.
This U.S. state is known for sunshine, beaches, and retirees.
What is Florida? Florida has more coastline than any other state except Alaska.
This planet is known for its red color.
What is Mars? Mars gets its color from iron oxide basically rust.
Dorothy follows a yellow brick road in this 1939 classic.
What is The Wizard of Oz? The ruby slippers were originally silver in the book.
He wrote Romeo and Juliet and many famous plays.
Who is William Shakespeare? Shakespeare invented over 1,700 English words.
This soda brand was introduced in 1886.
What is Coca‑Cola? The original formula included coca leaf extract.
This ancient civilization built towering stone pyramids along the Nile River.
What is Egypt? The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World.
This river flows through Egypt and is one of the longest in the world.
What is the Nile? Ancient Egyptians depended on its yearly floods for farming.
This natural force keeps us from floating away.
What is gravity? Isaac Newton developed the theory after watching an apple fall.
Lucille Ball starred in this beloved comedy series.
What is I Love Lucy? It was the first scripted TV show filmed in front of a live audience.
A curious girl follows a rabbit into a hole in this classic tale.
What is Alice in Wonderland? The story was inspired by a real girl named Alice Liddell.
This cheerful cartoon character's first words were "hot dog."
Who is Mickey Mouse? Mickey Mouse debuted in 1928.
This famous ship sank in 1912 after striking an iceberg on its maiden voyage.
What is the Titanic? The Titanic had its own onboard newspaper printed daily.
This ocean is the largest on Earth.
What is the Pacific Ocean? It covers more area than all the continents combined.
This large ocean creature is the biggest animal known to have ever lived.
What is the blue whale? A blue whale’s heart is about the size of a small car.
This game show gives contestants answers first and questions second.
What is Jeopardy!? The show debuted in 1964 and has aired over 9,000 episodes.
He wrote Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn.
Who is Mark Twain? Twain once worked as a riverboat pilot on the Mississippi.
He was known as “The King of Rock and Roll.”
Who is Elvis Presley? Elvis never performed outside North America.
This barrier in Germany fell in 1989, symbolizing the end of the Cold War.
What is the Berlin Wall? People chipped pieces off the wall as souvenirs during its fall.
This European country is famous for tulips, windmills, and canals.
What is the Netherlands? Much of the country sits below sea level.
This process allows plants to make their own food using sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.
What is photosynthesis? Without photosynthesis, Earth would have almost no oxygen.
He danced through puddles in Singin’ in the Rain.
Who is Gene Kelly? Kelly performed the iconic scene while sick with a fever.
Atticus Finch appears in this novel set in Alabama.
What is To Kill a Mockingbird? Harper Lee based many characters on people from her hometown.
This band from Liverpool became a worldwide sensation in the 1960s.
What are The Beatles? They are the best‑selling music act of all time.
This leader from India inspired millions through peaceful protest.
Who is Mahatma Gandhi? Gandhi walked over 240 miles during his famous Salt March.
This natural wonder in Arizona is known for its massive red canyon walls.
What is the Grand Canyon? The canyon is over a mile deep in some places.
This natural event occurs when Earth’s shadow covers the Moon, making it appear dark.
What is a lunar eclipse? Lunar eclipses can last several hours and are safe to watch with the naked eye.
This holiday musical stars Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye.
What is White Christmas? It introduced the song “Snow,” written specifically for the film.
Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy are the sisters in this beloved novel.
What is Little Women? Louisa May Alcott wrote the book in just 10 weeks.
This classic board game once had a marathon session that lasted an incredible 70 days.
What is Monopoly? This board game features properties like Boardwalk and Park Place.
This ancient Roman city was buried under ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted.
What is Pompeii? Pompeii’s ash preserved entire buildings, food, and even footprints.
This mountain range stretches from Maine to Georgia.
What are the Appalachian Mountains? They are among the oldest mountains on Earth over 480 million years old.
This scientific tool separates white light into a rainbow of colors.
What is a prism? Isaac Newton used a prism to prove that white light is made of many colors.
Angela Lansbury solved mysteries in this long‑running series.
What is Murder, She Wrote? Lansbury was nominated for 12 Emmy Awards for the role.
This ancient epic tells of Achilles and the Trojan War.
What is The Iliad? It was passed down orally for centuries before being written.
This metal spring toy was invented by accident during a naval experiment.
What is the Slinky? The slinky became popular in 1950s.