By George!
Lost in translation
She doesn't even grow here!
It’s Practically Medieval
Bridlemania
100

This English musician, singer and songwriter achieved international fame as the lead guitarist of the Beatles.

Who is George Harrison?

100

Often used to express appreciation for food, this French phrase translates to "enjoy your meal."

What is "bon appétit"?

100

What country invented French fries?

What is Belgium?

100

This "dead" language used to be the scholarly and liturgical lingua franca of medieval Western Europe.

What is Latin?

100

This piece of tack is placed on a horse’s head and used to control its direction when riding.

What is a bridle?

200

Some people know him as the two-time world heavyweight champion and an Olympic gold medalist. I know him better as the maker of grills.

Who is George Foreman?

200

This is the most common letter in the French language, appearing in over 40% of all words.

What is "e"? 

200

Tomatoes are native to what present-day country?

What is Peru and Ecuador? (Specifically, the Andes Mountains) 

200

This code of conduct guided knights in ideals such as bravery, loyalty, and courtesy, especially toward women.

What is chivalry?

200

This small but strong breed of pony originates from an island in northern Scotland.

What are Shetland ponies?

300

This fictional character is wealthy, British, and the younger sister of the heir to Pemberley. George Wickham attempted to elope with her when she was 15, nearly ruining her reputation.

Who is Georgiana Darcy?

300

This French word means an alcoholic drink served before a meal to stimulate the appetite. It can also refer to the social ritual of a pre-dinner drink and snack.

What is "un apéritif"?

300

Where were Chimichangas invented?

What is Arizona?

300

This long, flowing outer garment, often belted at the waist, was commonly worn by both men and women in the Middle Ages.

What is a tunic?

300

The Greeks used one to infiltrate the city of Troy. Today, one might infiltrate your computer!

What is a "Trojan horse" ? 

400

An English novelist and leading writer of the Victorian era. Most famous for Adam Bede and Middlemarch.

Who is George Eliot?

400

The five French mother sauces are the foundation for French cuisine, because they are the bases upon which other sauces are derived. Name one of these sauces.

What are: Béchamel, Velouté, Espagnole, Hollandaise, and Tomato sauce? 

400

This food item is derived from a fruit. It contains over 600 flavor compounds, and phenylethylamine, which is thought to trigger the release of endorphins, as well as theobromine, which can provide an energy boost and even improve focus.

What is chocolate?

400

Characterized by pointed arches, flying buttresses, and stained glass, this architectural style is on display in the famous cathedral, Notre-Dame.

What is Gothic?

400

This 1877 novel by Anna Sewell tells the story of a horse's life from a first-person perspective, highlighting themes of animal welfare and humane treatment.

What is Black Beauty? 

500

The longest-reigning male monarch in British history. He was a strong supporter of the arts, sciences, and agriculture, but may be better known for his struggle with mental illness.

Who is King George III?

500

How do you write the acronym “CNO” in French?

What is "OIIO"? 

500

Who brought the potato to Europe? 

What are Spanish conquistadors? (After arriving in Peru in the 16th century)

500

In the 2001 action and comedy film, A Knight’s Tale, starring Heath Ledger, the central character (Will, played by Ledger) meets a destitute writer and poet, played by Paul Bettany, who later becomes Will’s ring announcer and hype man. Who was the poet?

Who is Geoffrey Chaucer? 

500

Known for his undefeated racing career, this Thoroughbred was crowned the 1973 Triple Crown winner.

Who is Secretariat?