In what Broadway musical does the character Jean Valjean appear?
Les Misérables
Who is often referred to as "The Greatest" and was a legendary boxer in the heavyweight division?
Muhammad Ali
The Renaissance, a period of cultural and artistic growth, originated in what country?
Italy
Who played the role of Vito Corleone in "The Godfather"?
Marlon Brando
In what country did the ancient Olympic Games originate?
Greece
"Mamma Mia!" is a musical that incorporates the songs of which famous pop group?
ABBA
What baseball player, known as "The Sultan of Swat," set the record for most home runs in a season in 1927?
Babe Ruth
Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Who won the Best Actor Oscar for his role in "Forrest Gump"?
Tom Hanks
What gas makes up the majority of Earth's atmosphere?
Nitrogen
This musical, set in 19th-century France, features the love story of Christian and Satine. What is it called?
Moulin Rouge!
This American football quarterback, known for his success with the New England Patriots, has won multiple Super Bowls. Who is he?
Tom Brady
Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during World War II?
Joseph Stalin
Who directed the film "Citizen Kane" and also played the lead role?
Orson Welles
In Greek mythology, who is the god of war?
Ares
What Broadway musical tells the story of the witches of Oz before Dorothy's arrival and features the song "Defying Gravity"?
Wicked
What female tennis player has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles and is often considered one of the greatest athletes of all time?
Serena Williams
The Louisiana Purchase, a significant territorial acquisition, was made by the United States from what country?
France
Who directed "The Godfather" trilogy?
Francis Ford Coppola
What is the currency of Mexico?
Mexican Peso
This musical, set in the 1960s, features the character Tracy Turnblad and addresses issues of racial integration. What is it called?
Hairspray
Who is the all-time leading scorer in the NBA and played his entire career with the Los Angeles Lakers?
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Nikita Khrushchev
In "The Shining," what is the name of the haunted hotel?
The Overlook Hotel
What is the national flower of Japan?
Cherry Blossom (Sakura)