Brain Rot
This three-word phrase is used when someone’s too far gone scrolling TikTok at 3am
What is “brain rot era”?
This platform replaced Twitter as Elon Musk rebranded it in 2023.
What is X?
This Matildas player became a household name after the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Who is Sam Kerr?
Q: This pop star released The Tortured Poets Department in 2024.
A: Who is Taylor Swift?
Q: The 2023 blockbuster starring Margot Robbie that “painted the world pink.”
A: What is Barbie?
If someone types “rizz,” they’re talking about this quality.
What is charisma?
This global sporting event will be held in Los Angeles in 2028.
What are the Summer Olympics?
The 2024 Paris Olympics introduced breakdancing as this kind of sport.
What is an Olympic sport?
Q: This group is often called “the biggest boy band in the world,” even while on military service.
A: Who is BTS?
Q: Zendaya stars in this sci-fi movie series based on books about giant sandworms.
A: What is Dune?
This word means a friend group or community, but TikTok made it a catchphrase.
What is “the squad” or “the fam”?
In 2024, Taylor Swift’s tour boosted the economy of this country so much it was compared to a “stimulus package.”
What is the United States?
What is the United States?
Q: This American sport is called “football” there, but “gridiron” in Australia.
A: What is American football?
Q: The term “One Direction reunion” is still a dream for fans of this decade.
A: What is the 2010s?
Q: This franchise celebrated its 100th anniversary with a movie called Wish.
A: What is Disney?
“Skibidi Toilet” is this kind of internet content.
What is a meme series?
This issue has become one of the biggest global concerns for Gen Z, from protests to fashion choices.
What is climate change?
Q: The State of Origin is played between these two Australian states.
A: What are Queensland and New South Wales?
Q: This Australian singer won Eurovision in 2016 with the song Sound of Silence.
A: Who is Dami Im?
Q: In the Marvel universe, this character is also known as Peter Parker.
A: Who is Spider-Man?
If someone says “it’s giving,” they’re probably about to say this.
What is a vibe or description (e.g., “it’s giving main character”)?
This woman became the youngest-ever winner of an Australian of the Year award in 2024.
Who is Taryn Brumfitt?
Q: In basketball, this number of points is scored from beyond the arc.
A: What is three?
Q: This music genre, popular on TikTok, blends rap with melodic beats.
A: What is hip-hop (or rap/emo rap depending on style)?
Q: This animated movie about emotions released its sequel.
A: What is Inside Out?