Jeopardy

State Capitals

100

What is the capital of Texas? This city is known for its live music scene and vibrant culture

Austin, Texas

200

What is the capital city of New York? It is named after a prominent figure in American history and is known for its historical architecture

Albany, New York

300

This city is the capital of California and is also known for being the center of the state's government and a hub of the film industry.

Sacramento, California

400

This city, the capital of Maine, is known for its historic waterfront and as a center of maritime industry.

Augusta, Maine

500

This city, the capital of Colorado, is situated near the Rocky Mountains and is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities and vibrant arts scene.

Denver, Colorado

Historical Figures

100

This man is known as the "Father of His Country" and was the first President of the United States.

George Washington

200

This British naturalist developed the theory of evolution by natural selection and wrote "On the Origin of Species."

Charles Darwin

300

This Egyptian queen was famous for her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony and is often depicted with a serpent on her head.

Cleopatra

400

This civil rights leader delivered the famous "I Have a Dream" speech during the March on Washington in 1963.

Martin Luther King Jr.

500

This Italian explorer completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for the widespread European exploration and colonization of the Americas.

Christopher Columbus

Science

100

What planet is known as the "Red Planet"?

• A) Venus
• B) Mars
• C) Jupiter
• D) Saturn

B. Mars

200

What gas do plants absorb from the air to perform photosynthesis?

• A) Oxygen
• B) Hydrogen
• C) Carbon Dioxide
• D) Nitrogen

C. Carbon Dioxide

300

What is the largest organ in the human body?

• A) Heart
• B) Liver
• C) Skin
• D) Brain

C. Skin

400

What type of animal is a frog classified as?

• A) Mammal
• B) Reptile
• C) Amphibian
• D) Fish

C. Amphibian

500

What is the largest living species of bear?

• A) Polar Bear
• B) Grizzly Bear
• C) Brown Bear
• D) Black Bear

A. Polar Bear

Food and Drink

100

What type of cheese is traditionally used on a classic Margherita pizza?

• A) Cheddar
• B) Mozzarella
• C) Parmesan
• D) Swiss

B. Mozzarella

200

Which fruit is known for having its seeds on the outside and is commonly used to make jams and preserves?

• A) Blueberry
• B) Strawberry
• C) Raspberry
• D) Blackberry

B. Strawberry

300

Which vegetable is often used to make pickles and can be found in dill, sweet, or bread-and-butter varieties?

• A) Carrot
• B) Cucumber
• C) Onion
• D) Pepper

B. Cucumber

400

Which beverage is typically made from fermented grapes?

• A) Beer
• B) Whiskey
• C) Wine
• D) Vodka

C. Wine

500

What type of pasta is shaped like small tubes and is often used in macaroni and cheese?

• A) Spaghetti
• B) Penne
• C) Fettuccine
• D) Ravioli

B. Penne

Geography

100

Which U.S. state is known as the "Sunshine State"?

• A) California
• B) Texas
• C) Florida
• D) Hawaii

C. Florida

200

What is the largest ocean on Earth?

• A) Atlantic Ocean
• B) Indian Ocean
• C) Arctic Ocean
• D) Pacific Ocean

D. Pacific

300

What is the capital city of Japan?

• A) Tokyo
• B) Seoul
• C) Beijing
• D) Bangkok

A. Tokyo

400

What is the name of the continent where the Sahara Desert is located?

• A) Asia
• B) South America
• C) Africa
• D) Australia

C. Africa

500

What is the smallest country in the world by land area?

• A) Monaco
• B) Vatican City
• C) Luxembourg
• D) San Marino

B. Vatican City