Homophones
It's something you do on a bathroom scale, OR a traffic sign telling people to go in one direction
What is weigh or way
When you have more debts than assets, you might file for this in court
What is bankruptcy
On December 9, 2022, this American basketball player was released from Russia, being swapped with a US prisoner that was sent back to Russia. Name her
Who is Brittney Griner
When people vote, these are the two major political parties they vote within
What are Democrats and Republicans
In Ms. Rice's class, we learned that this former heavyweight boxer used to walk around with $240,000 in walking around money before he filed for bankruptcy
Who is Mike Tyson
It's the nickname of someone named James, or another way to classify a precious jewel or stone
What is Jim or Gem
This is something bank cards and loan companies charge yearly. It is listed as APR. What does APR stand for?
What is annual percentage rate
On November 15, 2022, this music diva was denied the trademark to call herself "The Queen of Christmas." She's one of Nick Cannon's exes
Who is Mariah Carey
This political figure has the 3rd most powerful position in government: When the President or Vice President is unable to run the country, the responsibility goes to the person holding this position. Name the position
What is Speaker of the House
It was revealed after this music icon's death, that he was close to filing for bankruptcy, and he needed to do his "This is It" tour. Months after his death June 25, 2009, his estate earned $250 million dollars, and 1.7 billion dollars to date. Financial experts predict his estate will continue to earn money. Name this icon
Who is Michael Jackson
It is something you climb, or an intense look you give to someone
What is stair or stare
Ms. Rice talked about major sport leagues mandating their new players take and pass this type of course
What is personal finance/ financial literacy
This republican candidate, who lost the election to become governor of Arizona this past November, has just filed a lawsuit, claiming she really won, and wants the results overturned, naming her the governor. Name her
Who is Kari Lake
This is how changes are made to the constitution
What is the amendment process or amendments
This rapper's government name is Curtis James Jackson III, and in 2009, he filed for bankruptcy with debts of $32 million. Thank goodness he sponsored vitamin water! Give his rap name
Who is 50 cent
A pathway a bride might walk down in a church, OR a small pennisula--nickname for island
What is aisle or isle
Many people have a savings account that earns this--money earned monthly for keeping the account and not making withdrawals
What is interest
It was just announced that this Cardinals quarterback is out for the rest of the season with a torn ACL
Who is Kyler Murray
This amendment gives citizenship to all people born in the United States. Name this number amendment
What is 14th Amendment
This rap star, who had hits such as "Still Got It, Make it Nasty, Rap City, and Faded," once dated Kylie Jenner. He filed for bankruptcy in Florida in 2010, refusing to pay some of the debts until 2015, which included rent to Florida and California landlords, along with his Ferrari being repossessed. Name this rapper
Who is Tyga
To calculate something, OR abbreviation for advertisements
What is add or ad
Many students apply or qualify for this way to pay for their education--money that doesn't have to be paid back, provided you maintain at least a "B" average, and participate in a sport
What is scholarship/grant
This comedian, and former "Tonight Show" host was rushed to the hospital after a near fatal accident while he was working on one of his vintage cars. He sustained 2nd degree burns to his face and arms. He currently hosts the game show "You Bet your Life," and has a show featuring his 181 vintage cars and 160 motorcycles. Name him
Who is Jay Leno
This amendment in the constitution states that a president cannot serve more than 2 terms. List the amendment number
What is Amendment 22
This rapper/producer, who is currently married to Alicia Keys, was faced with a $98,000 back tax bill from NYC, and $2.6 million in federal taxes. Although he insists he's paid most of this bill on time, he is still being pursued to pay up. Name this rapper/producer
Who is Swizz Beats