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200

One of rodeo's most recognized events - participants attempt to stay on this non-equine animal for as long as possible

What is bullriding?

200

This peppermint flavored treat is typically not large enough to aid in walking

What is a candy cane?

200

Currently living in Terrell Hills, this actor played a U.S. Marshall in The Fugitive and an agent in Men in Black

Who is Tommy Lee Jones?

200

In 1961, NASA opened their Manned Spacecraft Center in this Texas city

What is Houston?

200

When in dessert form, these pocket-like pastries are typically stuffed with pumpkin or apple filling

What are empanadas?

200

Typically celebrated in December, the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah lasts for this many nights

What is 8?

400
When I was 7, I played with Legos. 7-year olds in Texas compete in this event, featuring sheep

What is mutton busting?

400

The four food groups, according to Buddy the Elf, are: candy, candy corn, candy canes, and this

What is syrup?

400

This basketball center most notably played for the LSU Tigers, Los Angeles Lakers, and Miami Heat

Who is Shaquille O'Neal?

400

Texas won its independence in this year

What is 1836?

400

The crust on this sweet bread is made to resemble a seashell

What is a concha?

400

This holiday season was first celebrated in 1966 as a celebration of African-American culture

What is Kwanzaa?

600

My favorite rodeo event - when the arena is converted into a racetrack featuring these horse-drawn vehicles

What are chuck wagons?

600

In "We Wish You A Merry Christmas", the carolers ask for this type of pudding

What is figgy pudding?

600

He played Dean Forester on Gilmore Girls, as well as Sam Winchester on Supernatural

Who is Jared Padalecki?

600

He served as the first president of the Republic of Texas

Who is Sam Houston?

600

A personal favorite of mine, this spiced cookie is typically shaped like a pig

What is a marranito?

600

Traditionally, many winter holidays across cultures culminate around this astronomical event, when the days are the shortest

What is the winter solstice?

800

Consisting of a trio of obstacles, this event requires horse and rider to demonstrate their speed around the course

What is barrel racing?

800

Yes, giving someone this type of rich spiced cake with several ingredients is traditionally seen as a gift, not a punishment.

What is fruitcake?

800

Born in 1933, this San Antonio funny lady went on to have her own CBS show, which bore her name

Who is Carol Burnett?

800

Born in El Paso, she became the first woman to sit on the U.S. Supreme Court

Who is Sandra Day O'Connor?

800

Spanish for 'horn', this pastry typically resembles a croissant

What is a cuerno?

800

If you live in Canada or Australia, you may celebrate this holiday on December 26th.

What is Boxing Day?

1000

This event requires the horse rider to leap from their saddle and literally 'grab the bull by the horns'

What is steer wrestling?

1000

If you're going to use this type of cookie as a miniature building material, you should bake it until it's structurally sound enough to support icing and gumdrops

What is gingerbread?

1000

Currently the anchor for CBS Evening News, she graduated from Douglas Macarthur High School in San Antonio in 1991

Who is Norah O'Donnell?

1000

In 1901, oil was discovered south of Beaumont, the oilfield would be named this

What is Spindletop?

1000
Known for its pink icing, this yellow cake pan dulce with icing is known as this

What is cortadillo?

1000

Traditions of this (not quite real) holiday include Feats of Strength and the Airing of Grievances

What is Festivus?