Country Roads
Take Me Home
To the Place
That I Belong
Denver, John
100

This Rascal Flatts song is likely their best known, but is actually a cover of a 1994 song first performed by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

What is "Bless the Broken Road?"

100

Who do you think said this: "Take me home! There's no place like it, and I'm sick of these ruby slippers anyway."

Who is Dorothy Gale?

100

This area in Chile is widely regarded as the best place in the word to go stargazing - it's not quite as enjoyable during the day!

What is the Atacama Desert?

100

I may belong to the nightshade family of plants, but that doesn't stop people like Samwise Gamgee from singing my culinary praises.

What is the potato?

100

Hey John, the Denver Broncos once had this comedian dress up as one of their cheerleaders in 1979. Did you know that?

Who is Robin Williams?

200

This film starring Ralph Macchio recounts the tale of a young guitarist following the footsteps of the famed Robert Johnson at an ill-fated intersection - with truly devilish results!

What is "Crossroads?"

200

This character famously said, "I think I'll go home now," after running continuously for over 15,000 miles across the country.

Who is Forrest Gump?

200

Hoia Baciu Forest in Romania and the Tower of London in England have spooky reputations as two of the most ______ locations on Earth.

What is haunted?

200

I also belong to the nightshade family, but many kinds of cuisine, especially Italian, just wouldn't be the same without my sauce.

What is the tomato?

200

Also, John, Trey Parker, co-creator of the popular series South Park was born in Denver, which is probably the only reason he knew about this hidden gem in nearby Lakewood, Colorado. Food and fun in a festive atmosphere!

What is Casa Bonita?

300

"Old Town Road" turned out to be Lil Nas X's path to superstardom, and at least temporarily revived the career of this "Achy Breaky Heart" singer.

Who is Billy Ray Cyrus?

300

This English monarch decided enough was enough and took his troops home in 1192 CE, effectively ending the third crusade.

Who is Richard the Lionhearted?

300

This place is known for being the deepest part of the ocean.

What is the Mariana Trench?

300

This member of the carrot family may seem harmless, but is actually poisonous! It's even famed for having been the last beverage of Socrates, who then said, "I drank what?"

What is poison hemlock?

300

You wouldn't expect things like laser shows to be featured at this location, John, but I guess the curators of this museum really like Pink Floyd!

What is the Denver Museum of Nature & Science?

400

This Tenacious D song tells a tale about the time Jack Black and Kyle Gas "was walking down a long and lonesome road" with unexpected consequences!

What is "Tribute?"

400

Though originally sung by Canadian soldiers in World War II, American soldiers started chanting this satirical tune shortly after - it was even in an episode of MASH!

What is "Gee, Mom, I Want to Go Home?"

400

This franchise has this catchy jingle: "___ is the place with the helpful hardware folks."

What is "Ace?"

400

Most people who see the resemblance between a plantain and a banana might think the banana was a member of the plantain family, but it's actually a member of this one.

What is the musaceae family?

400

Did you know, John, that Denver was founded in 1858 after prospectors found this at the confluence of Cherry Creek and South Platte River?

What is gold?

500

This notorious road in Elkhorn, Wisconsin has been the subject of several paranormal investigations due to claims of an enigmatic beast that allegedly prowls it!

What is Bray Road?

500

This holiday is observed in the United States to honor those who were prisoners of war or went missing during combat, never to be seen again.

What is National POW MIA Recognition Day?

500

This place, among the most beautiful ancient Roman temples in the world, saw its share of debauchery as it was dedicated to the Roman deity Bacchus.

Where is Baalbek?

500

Everyone assumes I belong to the mammal family, but I'm actually North America's only marsupial!

What is an opossum?

500

John, I think it's really neat that you knew Denver's nickname is ____ ____ ____.

What is Mile High City?