History
Who was the civil rights leader who gave the “I Have a Dream” speech?
Martin Luther King Jr.
What is the capital of Japan?
Tokyo
Pedro Pascal stars as Joel in this HBO adaptation of a popular video game.
The Last of Us
This 2017 song by Luis Fonsi became one of the most-streamed songs ever, especially after a Justin Bieber remix.
Despacito
This fast-rising pop star’s fanbase is called “Livies,” named after her first name.
Olivia Rodrigo
What global conflict was also called “The Great War”?
World War I
This is the least populous U.S. state.
Wyoming
This Apple TV+ comedy series features a relentlessly optimistic American coaching British soccer.
Ted Lasso
This 2019 hit by Lil Nas X set a record for 19 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Old Town Road
This basketball team ended a 40-year championship drought in 2023, winning their first NBA title.
Denver Nuggets
Who was the first man to walk on the moon?
Neil Armstrong
This lake is the largest by surface area entirely within the United States.
Lake Michigan
This animated Spider-Verse sequel won enormous critical acclaim in 2023 for its art style and multiverse storytelling.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
This Southern U.S. city is widely regarded as the birthplace of trap music.
Atlanta
This hit series follows a teen girl who becomes a chess prodigy while struggling with addiction, set in the 1960s.
The Queen’s Gambit
What revolution began in 1789 in Europe?
French Revolution
This is the most populous U.S. city not located on a coast, Great Lake, or major river.
Phoenix, AZ
Movie quote: “I’m gonna steal the Declaration of Independence.”
National Treasure (2004)
This singer became the youngest artist ever to sweep all four major Grammy categories in 2020.
Billie Eilish
This MLB team broke a 108-year championship drought by winning the 2016 World Series.
Chicago Cubs
This 1986 nuclear disaster in Ukraine released massive radiation across Europe.
Chernobyl
This national park in Florida is the only place where crocodiles and alligators coexist naturally.
Everglades National Park
Movie quote: “With great power comes great responsibility.”
Spider-Man (2002 – though referenced across the franchise)
This band, fronted by Freddie Mercury, performed what many call the greatest live set ever at Live Aid 1985.
Queen
What is the largest mammal on Earth?
Blue whale