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100

This blanket is made by sewing scraps of fabric into intricate designs.

What is quilt? 

They originated in the Middle East and were brought to Europe in the 11th century.

100

This state has the largest landmass in the United States.

What is Alaska? 

It also has the largest coastline of any state. In terms of landmass, No. 2 is Texas, and No. 3 is California.

100

What is the current name of the Russian city that was at one time called Petrograd and Leningrad?

St. Petersburg Tsar Peter the Great first dubbed the area St. Petersburg in 1703. When World War I began in 1914, the name was changed to Petrograd. Then, when Vladimir Lenin died in 1924, the city became Leningrad. Finally, after a vote in 1991, the people opted to change it back to St. Petersburg

100

Who was the first owner of the Denver Broncos to have won a Super bowl? 

Pat Bowlen

Pat Bowlen won Super bowl 32 against the Green Bay Packers in San Diego California. 

100

Four buildings placed in a manner that make up a rectangle or square is called this. The buildings need not touch each other

What is quadrangle (or quad)? 

The placement of the buildings in a quadrangle creates an enclosure.

200

In this 1970s drama, Jack Krugman played a medical examiner.

What is Quincy? 

You were just as likely to find Dr. Quincy in the field as you were to see him in the morgue. He had a knack for solving crimes.

200

This smallest U.S. state once had the longest name.

What is Rhode Island? 

The official name used to be State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. In 2020, it was renamed to Rhode Island.

200

On an American bingo card, you can find a variety of numbers between one and what number?

75 

Fun fact: There are over 552 septillion possible card combinations for the 75-ball bingo game

200

Who was the first Colorado Rockies baseball player in franchise history to get an RBI?

Dante Bichette

He actually hit a home run but it was also the first RBI, he did it against the New York Mets at Shea Stadium. The inaugural season was 1993.

200

The first World Series game was held in this state, which is now home of the Red Sox.

What is Massachusetts? 

It was held in 1903 between the Boston Pilgrims and the Pittsburgh Pirates, with Boston prevailing 7–3.

300

When someone becomes sick or infected, they might be expected to spend time at home in this 10-letter word.

What is quarantine? 

The practice of quarantining began in the 14th century. At the time, they would require ships to anchor and quarantine for 40 days before landing in Venice.

300

This is the “Live Free or Die” state.

What is New Hampshire? 

While many state license plates are manufactured in prisons, it’s ironic that the New Hampshire license plates are made in prisons because they say “Live Free or Die” on them.

300

What evening news anchor always signed off with the phrase “And that’s the way it is”?

Walter Cronkite 

Cronkite anchored The CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite from 1962 until 1981. In a 1972 national opinion poll, he was voted “the most trusted man in America.

300

This former University of Colorado athlete played pro football and has now coached multiple high school football teams which include Arvada West and Chatfield to state championships, who is he?

Dave Logan

He also works as the voice of the Denver Broncos on KOA radio

300

This is the main ingredient of household dust.

What are dead skin cells? 

Humans shed around 200 million skin cells each hour. Studies show that dust reduces the indoor ozone level.

400

A type of kitchen counter is made from this crystalline substance.

What is quartz? 

It’s made of one part silicon and two parts oxygen, also known as silicon dioxide.

400

This state is the only state with a royal palace, the Iolani Palace.

What is Hawaii? 

The palace houses relics from the Kalākaua Dynasty. Visitors are allowed to view the palace.

400

In what ocean can you find the Republic of Fiji?

The South Pacific Ocean 

Fiji is an archipelago that consists of more than 310 islands, over 100 of which are uninhabited. It is part of Oceania’s sub-region called Melanesia.

400

The former arena of the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche is called?

McNichols Sports Arena

400

Relating to a corporation, what does CEO stand for?

Chief executive officer 

They are the highest-ranking person in the company, accountable only to the organization’s board of directors for the business’ overall performance. Managing director, chief executive, and president are alternate titles for CEO.

500

This is the minimum number of members who must be present to transact business.

What is quorum? 

It can be a fixed number of people or a percentage of the body.

500

Boeing has the largest manufacturing plant in the world in this state.

What is Washington? 

Boeing’s Everett campus is larger than Disneyland and includes its own fire department.

500

The likeness of which president is featured on the rare $2 bill of USA currency?

Thomas Jefferson

500

What was the name of the former Denver Arena Football team?

Dynamite

They also won the first Arena League Title.

500

Karate, judo, kung fu, and taekwondo are all forms of what?

Martial arts Fun fact: Fencing, boxing, and wrestling are also considered martial arts sports in the Olympic games