Who was the Roman goddess of love and beauty?
Venus
In which sport do players seek to get ‘par’ or better?
Golf
In what city does the famous ball drop on New Year’s Eve?
New York City
What is the name of the main meat that many Americans eat at Thanksgiving?
Turkey
Which planet in our solar system is closest to the sun?
Mercury
What is the name of the formal writing system Ancient Egyptians used for monumental inscriptions on temples and tombs?
Hieroglyphs
In which sport can players achieve a ‘Turkey’?
Bowling
What is the name of the month of the Islamic calendar known as a time of fasting and worship?
Ramadan
What is the name of the plant that can be made into pickles?
Cucumber
How many planets are in our solar system?
8 Planets
During times of Ancient Greece, what was the name of the most powerful city-state, known for its military strength?
Sparta
How many points is a touchdown worth in American football?
6 Points
What is the name of the popular Halloween character that is often depicted as a friendly scarecrow who comes to life?
Jack O'Lantern
What is the name of the largest coffee chain in the world?
Starbucks
Which planet in our solar system famously has a red spot that is understood to be a persistent and enormous storm?
Jupiter
Which empire, under the rule of Genghis Khan, became one of the largest to ever exist?
The Mongol Empire
What is the name of the Australian sport that’s not quite rugby, football, or soccer, but combines elements of them all?
Footy
Which animal is associated with the current Lunar Year?
Snake
While its name may be deceiving, what is the name of the Canadian sweet treat consisting of fried dough pastry that is classically topped with cinnamon and sugar?
Beaver Tails
Approximately how long does it take for light to travel from the Sun to Earth?
8 minutes and 20 seconds
Which ancient civilization is renowned for its achievements in astronomy?
The Mayans
What is the only sport to be featured in every Summer Olympic Games since 1896?
Track & Field
Associated with Christmas, what are the names of 5 of Santa Claus’ Reindeer?
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, Rudolph
What does the Japanese term, unagi, refer to?
Freshwater eel
In which year was pluto declassified as a planet?
2006