Famous Foodies
Renaissance Men & Women
Types of Shoes
Royalty
Medical Procedures
#1 Hits
Potpourri
100
This man was born in Indiana, but he perfected his fried chicken recipe in Kentucky after serving in the US Army.
Who is Colonel Sanders?
100
A Founding Father, this American polymath was also an inventor, scientist, entrepreneur, and satirist.
Who is Ben Franklin?
100
This footwear, often worn by cowboys or in the rain and snow, covers the foot, ankle, and at least part of the lower calf.
What are Boots?
100
This Queen reigned in England for over 70 years, from 1952 until her passing in 2022.
Who is Queen Elizabeth II?
100
This common procedure performed by a dentist has existed since ancient times, when people used beeswax to fill holes in their teeth. These days, professionals tend to use resin or porcelain. At least we have pain killers and lollipops!
What is a Cavity Filling?
100
This song shares it's name with a dance and made it to the Hot 100 two separate times! Did you know the most famous version, performed by Chubby Checker in 1960, was actually a cover?
What is The Twist?
100
Originally marketed as a temperance drink and medicine, people globally enjoy 1.9 billion servings of this soft drink every day. The unique bottle was originally designed in Terre Haute, Indiana!
What is Coca-Cola?
200
Sometimes called the first American celebrity chef, this woman authored the cookbook Mastering the Art of French Cooking and was a television personality. Bon Appétit!
Who is Julia Child?
200
The man who inspired the phrase "Renaissance Man" as a term for polymaths, this famous Italian was a painter, engineer, and scientist. He is famous for painting The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa.
Who is Leonardo da Vinci?
200
Though designed for sports or physical activity, these shoes are often worn as casual wear. Famous brands include Converse, Adidas, and Nike.
What are Tennis Shoes / Sneakers?
200
One of the most famous of the Pharaohs, this individual became the sovereign of Egypt when he was 8 years old. He had a short but eventful life, leading a restoration period until his death at age 18.
Who was Tutankhamun/King Tut?
200
This is a controlled loss of sensation or consciousness to help prevent pain and movement during medical procedures. It can be applied to the whole body or to localized areas.
What is Anesthesia?
200
Released in 1954, this classic by the Chordettes has been used in many movies and TV shows and focuses on a woman who hopes to find the man of her dreams. The Bom-Bom-Bom-Bom-Bom opening makes it immediately recognizable.
What is Mr. Sandman?
200
This large tropical jungle surrounds a river of the same name and is located in Brazil, Peru, and other South American countries. A lot of efforts have been made to conserve this beautiful and important biome for the last several decades.
What is the Amazon Rainforest?
300
This German American immigrant founded a processed meat company that bears his name. The company is famous for producing bologna, bacon, and hot dogs. According to the jingle, we would all like to be a wiener produced by his company.
Who is Oscar Mayer?
300
This American inventor and business man is famous for bringing us the electric light-bulb, the phonograph, the first industrial research laboratory, and the motion picture camera.
Who is Thomas Edison?
300
These shoes keep much of the foot exposed! They can be very comfortable in warmer climates or if one has an injured toe.
What are Sandals?
300
Tutored by Socrates as a boy, this Ancient Greek king spent most of his regency leading a massive military campaign. He created one of the largest empires in history, stretching from India to Egypt.
Who is Alexander the Great?
300
The second most common outpatient surgery performed on children (behind having a small incision in the ear drum). This surgery can help people with sore throats, sleep apnea, or inflammation and infection.
What is a Tonsillectomy/ having your tonsils removed?
300
Otis Redding wrote this song made famous by Aretha Franklin in 1967. This feminist anthem features a woman asking her boyfriend to afford her the dignity that she deserves as his partner who also contributes to the household.
What is RESPECT?
300
Located between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, this metropolitan city is home of the Space Needle and Pike Place Market. They root for the Seahawks and the Mariners!
What is Seattle, WA?
400
Also famous for her advice on decor, fashion, and entertaining guests, this lifestyle icon was sentenced to two years in prison for insider trading.
Who is Martha Stewart
400
A central figure from the scientific revolution, this man formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation. His work greatly helping to refine the scientific method. Legend says inspiration struck in the 1660's when he saw an apple fall from a tree.
Who is Isaac Newton?
400
These closed, low-cut shoes have a strap across the instep. They are traditionally black and often worn by young girls at formal occasions.
What are Mary Jane Shoes?
400
After uniting the Mongol tribes, this man conquered much of China and central Asia. He led the largest contiguous country in the history of the world. One in 12 men living in Asia are direct descendants of this man.
Who is Genghis Khan?
400
This is usually an emergency procedure performed when a part of the small intestine is in danger of rupturing. Today, over 95% are performed as a laparoscopic procedure.
What is Appendectomy/ Taking out your appendix.
400
Perhaps the most famous of the songs performed by the Eagles, this 1976 song shares a name with it's album. Band member Don Henley said the song was about "a journey from innocence to experience ... that's all."
What is Hotel California?
400
This man is famous for his NBA career and his larger than life personality. His team won the NBA Championship four times and he was named the MVP of the league three times.
Who is Shaquille O'Neal / Shaq?
500
This canned pasta is named after a real Italian Immigrant. When he started his company in 1928 he had to Americanize the spelling of his surname. Common products include canned ravioli, lasagna, and beefaroni.
What is Chef Boyardee? (His name was Ettore Boiardi)
500
Sometimes called the first scientist, this Ancient Greek philosopher was tutored by Plato and went on to tutor Alexander the Great. His study of mathematics, nature, and physics led the way to the creation of the scientific method.
Who is Aristotle?
500
These shoes are named after an elegant style of dance.
What are Ballet Flats or Ballet Pumps?
500
This King of England is known for having 6 wives, founding the Church of England so that he could be granted a divorce, and being the father to Queen Elizabeth I. He was a firm believer in the divine right of kings.
Who was Henry VIII?
500
This is a surgical procedure through which a baby is taken out of the mother through an incision in the abdomen when a traditional birth is not safe or possible.
What is a Caesarean Section?
500
This 1975 single by Glen Campbell was popular with both country and pop audiences. In this song, the singer reflects on finding success after years of survival and the effects of fame.
What is Rhinestone Cowboy?
500
A common college mascot, this breed of dog is known for being prone to having health problems.
What are Bulldogs?
600
This company produces ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet. They are famous for giving their products strong flavors and unique names. The company is named for the two friends who founded the enterprise.
What is Ben & Jerry's?
600
This American is most famous for inventing peanut butter, but his work at preventing soil depletion and erosion by growing crops other than cotton revolutionized farming. He was the most prominent black scientist of the 20th century.
Who is George Washington Carver?
600
Made of deerskin or other soft leather, these types of shoes were common among the indigenous people living in North America.
What are Moccasins?
600
With a reign of 72 years and 110 days, this King of France is the longest reigning monarch in world history. He commissioned the Palace of Versailles and promoted the baroque style of art and architecture.
Louis XIV or Louis the Great?
600
When vision is obscured by a cloudy area in the lens of the eye, this surgery can be performed. 90% of surgeries are successful in restoring useful vision, and there is a very low complication rate.
What is Cataract Surgery/ Removal of cataracts?
600
This Carly Simon single from 1972 has led to a lot of speculation over the years. The song, about an egotistical man and ex lover, is said to be about men in general but inspired by three men specifically (actor Warren Beatty the only one publicly named).
What is You're So Vain (You Probably Think This Song is About You)?
600
This Looney Tune and antagonist of Bugs Bunny made his debut in 1945.
Who is Yosemite Sam?
700
This is a British celebrity chef. He is famous for his reality shows where he visits struggling restaurants and uses his business savvy and tough love to improve the menu and decor.
Who is Gordon Ramsey?
700
This Austrian American woman is most famous for her acting career, but we would not have wireless networks and frequency hopping technology without her work to prevent Nazis from jamming allied radio signals.
Who is Hedy Lamarr?
700
Typically black and white, these popular 40's and 50's shoes can technically come in any color.
What are Saddle Shoes or Saddle Oxfords?
700
After overthrowing (and possibly assassinating) her husband, this woman was the Empress of Russia for 34 years. Her long reign in the late 1700s coincided with a time of enlightenment. Some historians still debate whether her reign was legitimate, or if rule should have passed to her son when he came of age.
Who is Catherine II / Catherine the Great?
700
This is a medical test used to determine if a patient has a disease. As a common example, a sample of tissue is removed either by needle or surgery to test for cancer by a pathologist.
What is a Biopsy?
700
This 1983 single by Bon Jovi has gone triple platinum. The song describes a working class couple (Tommy and Gina) struggling to make ends meet without giving up hope.
What is Livin' on a Prayer?
700
Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana, this distinctive brand of luggage and handbags are famous for their unique patterns and quilted design.
What is Vera Bradley?