Big Brain Basics
How many continents exist on Earth
7
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia.
This singer is known as the “Queen of Pop”
Madonna
Known for her hits like "Like a Virgin," "Vogue," and "Material Girl
Which desert is the largest hot desert in the world?
Sahara Desert
It covers most of North Africa and is larger than the continental U.S.
What natural satellite orbits the Earth?
Moon
Earth has one natural satellite.
What word means showing extreme attention to detail?
Meticulous
It implies careful, precise, and thorough work.
Which continent has no native reptile species?
Antartica
Its extreme cold makes survival impossible for reptiles, which rely on external heat.
This TV show’s pilot was titled “The One Where Monica Gets a Roommate”
Friends
An iconic American sitcom that aired on NBC from 1994 to 2004, lasting for ten seasons.
Which country is shaped like a boot?
Italy
What substance is "Ag" commonly known as?
Silver
The symbol "Ag" is derived from the Latin word for silver, argentum.
What word means a sudden increase?
Surge
Commonly used for energy, demand, or crowds.
This process allows plants to make food using sunlight
Photosynthesis
This movie won Best Picture in 2020
Parasite
It made history as the first non-English language film to win the top prize, also securing awards for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film.
What country has the largest population in the world?
India
As of early 2026, India has surpassed China to become the country with the largest population in the world, with both nations having over 1.4 billion people
Several organs in the human body are not the same size due to the asymmetrical nature of internal organ placement. Give 1 example
Lungs: The left lung is smaller than the right lung.
Kidneys: The kidneys are not identical in size, and they are not positioned symmetrically; the left kidney is generally located slightly higher than the right, and their sizes can differ.
What word means stubbornly refusing to change?
Obstinate
Stronger than “stubborn,” implying resistance despite reason.
What metal is liquid at room temperature?
Mercury
Mercury melts at −38°C, so it stays liquid under normal conditions.
Which singer holds the record for most Grammy wins?
Beyoncé
Holds a total of 35 awards
Which country’s flag includes green, white, and orange vertical stripes?
Ireland
The colors symbolize Irish history and unity.
In what galaxy is our solar system located?
Milky Way
What word means unclear or open to more than one interpretation?
Ambiguous
The meaning is not definite or exact.
which is the largest human bone?
Femur
Which album became the first primarily non-English album to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200?
Love Yourself: Tear
Released in 2018, it made history as the first mostly Korean-language album to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
Which countries share borders with Colombia? Give 1 country.
Ecuador, Venezuela, Panama and Brazil
What part of the human brain controls balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
It helps coordinate movement and maintain posture.
What word means to stop something from happening before it starts?
Preempt
It refers to taking action in advance.