Music
Name the featured couple who sang & danced in the movie “Grease”?
Olivia Newton-John & John Travolta
(BONUS POINTS: what were their screen names??)
Who played the leading role in the 1954 movie "Sabrina"?
Audrey Hepburn
In horse racing, what is the name of the event that includes the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes?
Triple Crown
In the U.S. Armed Forces how many active-duty branches of the military are there?
BONUS POINTS: if you can name all of the branches!
5 branches > Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard
Which pasta name means “little worms” in Italian?
Vermicelli
True or False: St. Patrick was born in Ireland.
FALSE: He was born in Britain!
What was the name of the English Fab 4 group out of Liverpool in the 1960s?
The Beatles
What comedian duo was famous for the routine “Who’s on First?”
Abbott & Costello
What sport is known as the "king of sports"?
Soccer
What is the hardest natural substance found on Earth?
Diamond
What popular condiment would you use as a base for a remoulade or a tartar sauce?
Mayonnaise
What color was originally associated with St. Patrick?
It was BLUE!
What famous singer was known as the BIG O?
Roy Orbison
What was Scarlett O’Hara’s home named in the movie “Gone with the Wind”?
Tara
Who was known as “The Sultan of Swat” and is one of baseball’s most legendary players?
Babe Ruth
What is the 2nd most commonly spoken language in the world?
Spanish
What popular spice comes from the bark of a tree?
Cinnamon
What plant did St. Patrick famously use to explain the Holy Trinity?
The shamrock
Who sang Sweet Little Sixteen, Maybellene?
Chuck Barry
How old was Shirley Temple when she received and honorary Oscar?
6 years old
What boxer became the world heavyweight champion in 1937 and held the title for over 11 years?
Joe Louis
What geometric shape is generally used for stop signs?
Octagon
What is the national dish of America?
Hamburger
What major U.S. city dyes its river green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
Chicago
Which famous crooner was nicknamed “Ol’ Blue Eyes”
Frank Sinatra
Why was Buddy Ebsen forced to quit his role as the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz?
He was allergic to the makeup
Which two countries have not missed one of the modern-day Olympics?
Greece and Australia
What is "Acrophobia"?
Fear of heights
Also a word for something of little value, what classic British dessert usually consists of layers of fruit, sponge cake, custard, and whipped cream?
Trifle
What instrument is most commonly associated with traditional Irish music?
Harp
This sandwich - fried peanut butter, banana & bacon - was loved by which famous singer?
ELVIS!
In which 1961 movie did Riff lead the Jets?
West Side Story
What baseball team did Jackie Robinson join in 1947, breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball?
The Brooklyn Dodgers
Fidelity Bravery Integrity is which organizations motto?
What is New Jersey's most famous breakfast meat?
PORK ROLL (Taylor Ham is the brand)
The Irish flag has three colors: green, white, and what other color?
Orange
Which singer, who was prominent in the '60s, was referred to as the 'Queen of Jazz'?
Ella Fitzgerald
What was the first feature-length animated movie ever released?
Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs
In football, what position is RB?
Running Back
What is "Ophidiophobia"?
Fear of snakes
What is the main ingredient in traditional hummus?
Chickpeas
What is the capital city of Ireland?
Dublin
Diana Ross was a member of which 1960s American singing group?
The Supremes
Which actress famously said, “Fasten your seatbelts, it’s going to be a bumpy night,” in All About Eve (1950)?
Bette Davis
Who was the famous golfer known as “The King” during the 1950s and 1960s?
Arnold Palmer
An octopus has eight tentacles. How many does its relative the squid have?
10
What food item is traditionally eaten for good luck on New Year’s Day in many cultures?
Black-eyed peas
What alcoholic beverage brand is strongly associated with Ireland and St. Patrick’s Day?
Guinness
Anna Leonowens is the central female character in what 1956 musical film?
The King and I
What was Lucy Ricardo's maiden name in "I love Lucy"?
McGillicuddy
What Yankee great wore number 7 and was known for his power hitting in the 1950s and early ’60s?
Mickey Mantle
What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa
What condiment was used for its medicinal qualities in the 1800s?
Ketchup
What phrase is often used as a traditional Irish blessing?
“May the road rise up to meet you…”
What big band leader was known for his hit "In the Mood"?
Glenn Miller
Which Western star was known as “The Duke”?
John Wayne
Which horse won the Triple Crown in 1948?
Citation
Who is the author of the Harry Potter series?
J.K Rowling
What is gelatin made of?
Gelatin comes from boiling the skin, bones, and cartilage of animals such as pigs, cows, and chickens.
What does the prefix “O’” in Irish surnames traditionally mean (ie: O'Reilly, O'Keefe)?
"Descendant of"
Who sang the classic hit Unforgettable in 1951?
Nat King Cole
In Casablanca what is the name of the nightclub?
Ricks
Which famous female figure skater became America’s sweetheart after winning Olympic gold in 1968?
Peggy Fleming
What movie is the quote from: "Mama always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get"?
BONUS POINTS: which actor quoted this?
Forrest Gump
BONUS: Tom Hanks
The top United States food consumption days are Christmas, Thanksgiving, and what day?
Super Bowl Sunday
In Irish folklore, what must you catch to gain three wishes?
What early rock ’n’ roll star became famous for "Rock Around the Clock" in 1954?
Bill Haley & His Comets
What famous monster movie from 1933 features a giant ape climbing the Empire State Building?
King Kong
What famous boxer won a gold medal in the light heavyweight division at the 1960 Rome Olympics?
Cassius Clay (later known as Muhammad Ali)
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
What is the main ingredient in guacamole?
Avocado
What type of dance and music is commonly associated with Irish celebrations?
Irish Step Dancing
(BONUS POINTS if you can demonstrate!)
What jazz trumpeter and vocalist was known for his gravelly voice and sang "What a Wonderful World"?
Louis Armstrong
What classic comedy team starred in films like Road to Morocco and Road to Singapore?
Bing Crosby and Bob Hope
Who earned the most gold medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics?
Norway with 18 (US came in 2nd place with 12)
How many continents are there in the world?
7
What fruit was once known as a “Chinese gooseberry”?
Kiwi
Where was the first St. Patrick’s Day parade held?
The United States (likely in St. Augustine, Florida, in 1601)
Who was the legendary singer known for one of the best‑selling Christmas songs of all time?
Bing Crosby
BONUS POINTS: What song?
Who played the original Mummy in the 1932 horror film?
Boris Karloff
In golf, what term is used when a player completes a hole in one stroke under par?
A birdie
Which planet is closest to the Sun?
Mercury
Which nut is used to make marzipan?
Almonds
What do people traditionally hunt for on St. Patrick’s Day as a symbol of luck?
4 leaf clovers
Who sang the classic hit Unforgettable in 1951?
Nat King Cole
Who starred as the kindhearted giant Quasimodo in the 1939 film The Hunchback of Notre Dame?
Charles Laughton
In tennis, what is the score called when both players have 40 points?
A deuce
What is the longest river in the world?
The Nile River (though some argue the Amazon is slightly longer)
What fruit is dried to make prunes?
Plums
What is the name of Ireland’s most famous castle, known for its “Kiss the Stone” tradition?
Blarney Castle