new year
What newspaper sponsored the first-ever Times Square New Year’s Eve party?
- The Huff Post
- NY times
- The Guardian
In what year did the ball-lowering celebration in Times Square first take place?
- 1910
-1907
-1905
1907
What pop star famously had a technical meltdown during her 2016 New Year’s Eve performance in Times Square?
- Mariah Carrey
- Beyonce
- Celine Dion
Mariah Carrey
Before the internet, what physical directory was essential for finding phone numbers?
a) The Red Book
b) The Yellow Pages
c) The White Pages
d) The Phone Book
The Yellow Pages
What are the two numbers that went viral towards the end of the year, with teenagers frequently saying them?
6,7
The Dutch believe that eating what on New Year’s Day will bring good luck.
- Doughnuts
- Apple Tarts
- Macaroons
Doughnuts
What famous action did Abraham Lincoln take on Jan. 1, 1863?
- He Ended Slavery
- He issued the Emancipation Proclamation
- He led During the Civil War
He issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared that all people held as slaves within the rebellious states “are, and henceforward shall be, free.”
What is Taylor Swift's lucky number?
-87
-13
-25
13
What iconic dance movie has the line, "Nobody puts Baby in a corner"?
- A League of Their Own
- Stand By ME
- Dirty Dancing
Dirty Dancing (1987).
As of December 1st, what is the highest-grossing movie of 2025?
- Snow White
- Lilo & Stitch
- Freaker Friday
- Lilo & Stitch
What country produces Champagne, the drink of choice on New Year’s Eve?
- France
- Italy
- Spain
France
What year was the first Rockefeller Center Christmas tree erected?
a) 1931
b) 1935
c) 1939
1931
Why did Natalie Portman miss the premiere of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace?
- She was busy signing autographs
- She was still in high school and had to study for her final exams
- She was running her own business and making brand deals
She was still in high school and had to study for her final exams
Which classic 80s pop star had a perfume called "Electric Youth"?
a) Madonna
b) Whitney Houston
c) Tiffany
d) Debbie Gibson
Answer: (d) Debbie Gibson
Actress Sydney Sweeney did a jean ad that many found controversial and problematic for what brand?
- American Eagle
- Gap
- True Religion
American Eagle
In Spain, what fruit do people eat 12 of when midnight strikes?
- Tangerines
- Blueberries
- Grapes
Grapes
Which Roman emperor introduced January 1 as the start of the year?
- Julius Caesar
- Agustus Caesar
- Nero
Julius Caesar
Who holds the record for most-watched Super Bowl Halftime Show?
- Lady Gaga
- Katy Perry
- Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick Lamar
What is the name of the slang term used by Gen Z to describe something trendy or stylish?
- Cap
- Drip
- Slay
Drip
Which popular social media app was temporarily unavailable in the United States in mid-January?
Tik Tok
What’s the name of the annual New Year’s Day parade that takes place in Pasadena, California?
Rose Parade
What ancient civilization is credited with creating the first New Year’s celebration?
- The Egyptians
- The Chinese
- The Babylonians
- The Babylonians
What internationally successful but “In Your Area” group’s fans are sometimes referred to as “Blinks”?
- Black Eyed Peas
- BlackPink
- BTS
BlackPink
Which mobile game, launched in 2016, became a cultural phenomenon among Generation Z?
- Pokémon GO
- Fortnite
- Angry Birds
Pokémon GO.
What Netflix animated film became a cultural obsession in 2025, combining K‑pop with demon fighting?
KPop Demon Hunters