Imperial Valley History
How well do you know Alan?
United States History
Sports History
General History
100
What is the name of the book Kevin Kelley wrote regarding the Imperial Valley?
Where Water is King
100
What is Alan's favorite color?
Gold
100
Childhood obesity is a significant concern in the United States, affecting about 1 in (what?) children?
A. 1 in 3
B. 1 in 5
C. 1 in 10
Obesity increases the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, and joint issues.
B. 1 in 5
100
How many teams are in the NFL, MLB, and NBA combined?
92 teams (32 + 30 + 30)
100
When Alan had braces, what color were they?
Blue
200
A flood of the Colorado River from 1905 to 1907 created what?
The Salton Sea
200
A goal of mine at 28 is to eat healthier. However, this infamous soda was originally known for sparking a "war" in the 80s, albeit I prefer mine with a twist. What is it? What's my favorite soda of all time?
Vanilla Coke
200
United States Doctors Recommended Food Intake: At least 50% of your daily plate should be fruits and vegetables (about 5 servings per day).
Actual Intake: Only what % of Americans meet the daily fruit and vegetable recommendation, according to National Institutes of Health
10%
200
Two Team Question
Who did I see the Celtics play in December of 2023, the season where the Celtics capped it off with a championship against which team?
Clippers
Mavericks
200
What famous song came out in by the British recording artist M.I.A. from her second studio album Kala in 2007. Hint: Woods, Skies.
Paper Planes
300
Who is the mayor of Brawley?
Gil Rebollar
300
Which of the following would Alan most prefer to travel to:
A.The Other Sides of the Tracks, New York
B. Ice Hotel, Sweden
C. Waimanolo, Hawaii
D. Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
E. Afghanistan
C. Waimanolo, Hawaii
300
According to the National Institutes of Health in the United States
The Most Important Foods to Eat include (5 categories)
What type of vegetable?
What type of "meat"?
What type of fiber/protein?
- Fact: Foods high in nutrient density (providing more nutrients per calorie) are crucial for health
Leafy Greens, Salmon, Nuts/Seeds, Whole Grains, Beans/Legumes
300
What NFL team did Peter Griffin team up with and then proceed to go against as a member of the London Sillynannies?
The New England Patriots
300
What year did the infamous series "Bates Motel" first start? How many seasons did it last?
(will get half for each correct answer)
2013
5 seasons
400
Can you put the order of highest to lowest population for these Imperial Valley Cities?
Imperial, Calexico, Brawley, El Centro, Calipatria, Holtville, Salton City
1. El Centro
2. Calexico
3. Brawley
4. Imperial
5. Calipatria
6. Holtville
7. Salton City
400
A goal of mine at 28 is to eat healthier. However, this infamous spot for poultry connoisseurs is one of my favorite to go spots. What is it?
Chick Fil A
400
I am 28 years old. Who was the 28th president of the United States. (HINT: Unfortunately, he was a racist.)
Woodrow Wilson
400
The longest recorded tennis point took how many minutes?
29 minutes.
400
Name the four finalists in the 2010 Heisman Trophy Ceremony. Who won?
Cam Newton
Andrew Luck
Kellen Moore
LaMichael James
500
How many Jack in the Boxes are in California?
A. 866
B. 492
C. 942
D. 2,200
C. 942
500
Name my Top 5 Spotify (Music) Artists for 2024. (Sorry I didn't post it on my Instagram Story)
Will Receive 100 points for each artist listed.
Will Receive an extra 500 points IF all artists are correct and in order.
500
What was the 28th state to join the United States?
Yee Haw. Texas
500
What year did Wilt Chamberlain score 100 points in a game?
A. 1963
B. 1962
C. 1965
D. 1974
B. 1962
500
What year did Matthew Casey receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery? (DDS) From what school?
1990, USC