World Cup 2026
Name 2 of the 3 stadiums that hosted 2026 World Cup games in Mexico.
Estadio Akron (Guadalajara), Estadio BBVA (Monterrey), and Estadio Azteca (Mexico City).
Traditionally, the salsa for chilaquiles is poured directly over fried tortilla chips. In central Mexico, to get a deep green hue and creamy texture, cooks blend this salsa with what fresh green fruit?
Avocado (specifically, a tomatillo and avocado salsa).
Poutine is one of Canada's most famous culinary exports. In which Canadian province did this dish of fries, cheese curds, and gravy originate in the 1950s?
Quebec.
What is the oldest continuously operating fast-food chain in the United States?
White Castle (founded in 1921).
Which of these countries has the longest coastline?
Canada.
The 2 Canadian cities that hosted 2026 World Cup games.
Toronto and Vancouver.
Elote (street corn) is famously slathered in mayonnaise or crema, chili powder, and cheese. What firm, salty, and crumbly cow's milk cheese is traditionally used, translating to "cheese of the ranch".
Queso Fresco.
Which iconic Canadian pastry is made of stretched, deep-fried dough that is flattened and topped with ingredients like cinnamon sugar or chocolate?
BeaverTails.
Which U.S. city is credited as the birthplace of the deep-dish pizza, featuring a thick, buttery crust layered with cheese and chunky tomato sauce?
Chicago, Illinois.
The game of basketball was invented in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith in which country?
USA. Invented in Springfield, Massachusetts, Canadian physical education instructor Dr. James Naismith created the indoor game to keep his students active during the harsh New England winters.
Winner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot with 10 goals and 4 assists.
Kylian Mbappé from France.
A perfectly roasted poblano pepper is the star of chiles en nogada, but when this pepper is dried and smoked, it is used to make rich, dark sauces like mole. What is the smoked version of a poblano called?
Chipotle.
The famous Nanaimo bar, from the city of the same name on Vancouver Island, requires no baking and consists of three delicious layers: a crumb base, a chocolate ganache top, and a sweet middle layer. What flavor is that middle icing layer?
Custard.
Which U.S. state is the only one to commercially grow and produce coffee beans?
Hawaii.
Which of these three nations uses the most distinct time zones, covering six standard zones from east to west?
USA. Standardized time zones were actually established by the railroads in 1883. They were not officially adopted into US law until the Standard Time Act of 1918.
Pelé (Brazil) was the youngest players to start in a FIFA World Cup elimination round, who was the 2nd youngest?
Gilberto Mora (Mexico) started the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match against Ecuador at 17 years and 259 days, just 20 days older than Pelé in 1958.
Classic Mexican chorizo is known for its bright red color and robust flavor. Unlike its Spanish counterpart, which is cured, Mexican chorizo is fresh. What specific ground chili pepper gives it both its signature red hue and spicy kick?
Guajillo or Chili Ancho.
Around 80% of the world's supply of which sweet and sticky Canadian staple is produced in the province of Quebec.
Maple Syrup.
Which U.S. state is home to the first-ever McDonald's restaurant, opened by brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald in 1940?
California (in San Bernardino).
Which country contains more than half of all the natural lakes on Earth?
Canada contains an astonishing 60% of all the natural lakes in the world, with over 2 million lakes spanning its territory. These freshwater bodies cover roughly 9% of the country's total surface area.
Which name did Norway's Erling Haaland add to his international jersey to honour his mother?
"Braut Haaland" to pay tribute to his mother, Gry Marita Braut, former Norwegian national champion heptathlete.
Mole relies heavily on a balance of sweet and savory. This particular dried fruit, originally brought to Mexico by the Spanish, is rehydrated and blended into the sauce for a naturally sweet, rich flavor.
Raisins (Pasas).
What is the name of the official street food of Halifax, Nova Scotia, which consists of spiced beef, tomatoes, onions, and a sweet, garlicky sauce wrapped in a pita?
Donair.
What popular New Orleans-style sandwich, traditionally made with French bread and stuffed with fried seafood was named after striking streetcar workers in 1929?
Po'boy is a traditional Louisiana sandwich. It got its name in 1929 during a violent streetcar strike in New Orleans. Two local restaurant owners, Benny and Clovis Martin, fed the striking workers for free and affectionately called them "poor boys".
Which country is home to the world's oldest official national park, established in 1872?
USA (Yellowstone National Park).