Pop Culture
What is the name of the social media platform known for viral dance challenges and short-form videos like "Reels"?
TikTok
What is the largest organ in the human body?
In what year did Christopher Columbus first reach the Americas?
1492
What special thing does Mr. Shaw give on rare occasions for a free 2 points on a test, to skip homework, or to get a free 100 on a prepare grade?
Bonus Pass
What is the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere?
Nitrogen
Taylor Swift is famous for re-recording her old albums to regain control of her music. What two words does she add to the end of these new album titles?
Taylor’s Version
What is the only continent that spans all four hemispheres (North, South, East, West)?
Africa
Who was the last Queen of France before the French Revolution? (Will accept only first name if last name unknown)
Marie Antoinette
What is Mr. Travis's full name? (First, Middle, Last)
Micheal Andy Travis
What is the process by which plants convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into food (glucose) and oxygen?
Photosynthesis
Which 2023 movie became the highest-grossing film ever directed by a woman?
Barbie (directed by Greta Gerwig)
What is the rarest naturally occurring element on Earth?
Astatine
Which Carthaginian general famously invaded Italy by crossing the Alps with an army of elephants?
Hannibal
What was the 3-5 minute speech we had to present for a competition in Georgia called... and what elective teacher came to judge our class (Mrs. Musick B1) along side Mrs. Musick? (Answer Both questions)
What is the largest land animal currently living on Earth? (Animal + Type... Ex: Brazilian Monkey)
The African Elephant
Which actor famously shouted "I'm the king of the world!" while standing on the bow of the ship in the movie Titanic?
Leonardo DiCaprio
What is the only country in the world with a national flag that is not rectangular or square?
Nepal
In what year was the Magna Carta signed, limiting the power of the English monarch?
1215
What is the full address of JMR??? (Number, Street, City, Zip Code)
5925 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28277
In physics, what is the more common term for the "Einstein-Rosen Bridge"?
A wormhole
What was the first music video ever played on MTV when the channel launched in 1981?
Video Killed the Radio Star
Which ancient dynasty is often considered the "golden age" of Chinese civilization, famous for its artistic and technological advancements?
The Tang Dynasty
Which 12th-century leader united Muslim forces to capture Jerusalem, prompting the Third Crusade?
Saladin (Salah ad-Din)
What Charlotte city council is JMR in? (District Number)
District 7
What is the specific name for the layer of permanently frozen soil, sediment, or rock that remains at or below 0°C for at least two consecutive years?
Permafrost