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100

This language is primarily spoken in Brazil, with roots in Portugal. 

What is Portuguese? 

100

A common ingredient in sushi, it is often paired with fish. 

What is rice? 

100

This pop star is known for hits like "Toxic" and "Oops!... I Did It Again." 

Who is Britney Spears? 

100

This Mexican holiday honors deceased loved ones with colorful altars and sugar skulls. 

What is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)? 

100

This ancient civilization is known for its pyramids and pharaohs. 

What is Ancient Egypt? 

200

This language is considered the most spoken in the world, with over a billion speakers.

What is Mandarin Chinese? 

200

This aromatic spice is a key ingredient in Indian curry dishes. 

What is turmeric? 

200

This iconic 1990s sitcom follows the lives of six friends living in New York City. 

What is "Friends"? 

200

This festival, celebrated with fireworks and dragon dances, marks the start of the lunar new year. 

What is Chinese New Year? 

200

This iconic landmark in Peru was built by the Incas in the 15th century. 

What is Machu Picchu? 

300

What’s the most linguistically diverse country in the world?

What is Papua New Guinea? 

300

This popular Thai dish is made with stir-fried rice noodles and often includes shrimp or chicken. 

What is Pad Thai? 

300

This superhero film features a team including Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor. 

What is "The Avengers"? 

300

This five-day festival celebrates the victory of light over darkness in Hindu culture. 

What is Diwali? 

300

This event, which began in 1961, symbolized the division of East and West Berlin. 

What is the Berlin Wall? 

400

This language family includes Hindi and Bengali.

What is the Indo-Aryan language family? 

400

This French pastry is a delicate dessert made with almond flour and egg whites. 

What is a macaron? 

400

This reality TV show follows contestants as they compete to be the last person standing on a deserted island. 

What is "Survivor"? 

400

This vibrant festival in Brazil features samba parades, colorful costumes, and street parties. 

What is Carnival? 

400

This period marked a revival of art and learning in Europe, beginning in the 14th century. 

What is the Renaissance? 

500

This language is a major language family that includes Arabic and Hebrew. 

What is the Semitic language family? 

500

This rich and creamy dessert is a classic in French cuisine, often enjoyed with coffee. 

What is crème brûlée?

500

This music festival, held annually in California, features performances from top artists across genres. 

What is Coachella? 

500

This traditional ceremony involves elaborate dress and rituals, often celebrating life transitions in Maasai culture. 

What is a Maasai initiation ceremony? 

500

This trade route connected the East and West, influencing cultures for centuries. 

What is the Silk Road?