Opposites
“Neither a borrower nor [this] be.”
What is a lender? The quote comes from Shakespeare’s Hamlet. The rest of the quote is:
“For loan oft loses both itself and friend,
And borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry.”
Circular innovation that dates to around 3500 BC
What is the wheel? It was invented in Mesopotamia and is still in use today on roads, in industry, and in everyday life.
The Pilgrims are said to have landed here.
What is Plymouth Rock? The Mayflower Compact was drafted and signed on the ship while it was anchored in Provincetown Harbor, and it was the first organized government framework written and put in place in the New World.
"I like Ike" was the campaign slogan for this U.S. President.
Who is Dwight D. Eisenhower? Eisenhower's most famous campaign slogan was "I Like Ike," used during his 1952 presidential campaign. The phrase, based on his popular nickname, was one of the most successful slogans in American political history.
This Mexican street food consists of a large shell stuffed with meat, chopped lettuce and tomatoes, shredded cheese, and/or guacamole.
What is taco? Mexican tacos originally used fish as the protein. Today, tacos have gone worldwide, with each region adding a local flair to the dish.
Tony and Maria were the lead characters in this Broadway musical that premiered in 1957.
What is West Side Story?
On a color wheel, this is the opposite color of red.
What is green?
Johannes Gutenberg’s world-changing 15th-century invention that marked the beginning of the Renaissance
What is the printing press? Gutenberg’s invention allowed greater communication among the masses.
Remember this place, which played an important role in the history of Texas.
What is the Alamo? “Remember the Alamo” is the battle cry of remembrance of the battle that took place in the former Franciscan mission during Texas’ War of Independence from Mexico. The 200 Texan soldiers ultimately lost the battle after 13 days of a siege involving thousands of Mexicans.
"Good to the last drop" was the slogan for this product brand.
What is Maxwell House? "Good to the last drop" has been the brand's consistent and long-standing trademark for over a hundred years
This all-American popular sandwich is served on a bun rather than bread.
What is hamburger? Global hamburger consumption is highest in the United States.
The 1956 Hitchcock thriller The Man Who Knew Too Much introduced this Doris Day hit song.
What is "Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)"? Doris Day sang it to her son in the film as a way to reunite with him after he was kidnapped by conspirators.
One occurs at a temperature of 212ºF (100ºC) and the other at 32º F (0ºC).
What are boiling and freezing? Other factors may affect the actual temperature at which boiling and freezing occur, such as altitude or the presence of salt in the water.
First patented by Alexander Graham Bell in 1876, this device revolutionized long-distance communication.
What is the telephone?
This huge expanse of diverse ecosystem is located in South Florida.
What are the Everglades? The freshwater wetlands cover 1.5 million acres, and they are the largest tropical wilderness in the world.
"Breakfast of Champions" is the slogan for this breakfast cereal.
What is Wheaties. The slogan was created by Knox Reeves, an advertising executive, in the 1920s or 1930s for a billboard in Minneapolis, and it became widely known as part of the brand's long-standing association with athletic success.
Paella, a dish of rice, saffron and seafood/meat, originated in the European country.
What is Spain? Paella originates from Valencia, Spain, where it began as a humble, open-fire meal for farmers. The dish's name refers to the wide, shallow pan, not the food itself.
This rock 'n' roll pioneer famously recorded "Rock Around the Clock" in 1955.
Who is Bill Haley? The song was a massive hit for Bill and his band "His Comets", becoming a teenage anthem and the first rock 'n' roll song to top the Billboard pop chart.
This military rank is the opposite of a general.
What is a private?
Eli Whitney invented this machine for mechanically separating seeds from fiber, vastly increasing cotton production.
What is the cotton gin? Whitney received a patent for it in 1794.
These are the 4 U.S. Presidents are represented on Mount Rushmore.
Who is Washington, Lincoln, Jefferson, and
Roosevelt. Gutzon Borglum selected these four presidents because from his perspective, they represented the most important events in the history of the United States.
"A little dab'll do ya" was the slogan for this health/beauty product.
What is Brylcreem? Brylcreem is a British hair styling cream for men. This iconic phrase, often accompanied by a jingle about being "debonair" and attracting "the gals," became a well-known part of the product's advertising from the 1940s and 1950s.
This Indian flatbread is made with dairy and is softer than pita bread.
What is naan? Smaller naan can look like pita, which is made without dairy and is a firmer flat bread with a hollow interior. Naan is made with dairy and sometimes eggs.
This iconic female jazz singer defined the musical era of the 1940s with her incredible vocal range.
Who is Ella Fitzgerald?
These two opposite Chinese symbols represent perfect, harmonic balance.
What are yin and yang? The yin-yang concept forms the foundation of much of Chinese philosophy.
Alexander Fleming’s discovery that has saved millions of lives
What is penicillin? The Scottish bacteriologist’s 1928 discovery was the start of the antibiotic revolution.
Standing 630 feet tall, this stainless steel "Gateway to the West" monument towers over St. Louis, Missouri.
What is the Gateway Arch? Gateway Arch National Park began in 1935 when it was founded by the National Park Service to commemorate Thomas Jefferson’s vision of a transcontinental United States.
"Drivers Wanted" was part of a rebranding campaign at the turn of the century for this non-American car manufacturing brand.
What is Volkswagen? The slogan for the Volkswagen "Drivers wanted" advertising campaign was "On the road of life, there are passengers and there are drivers. Drivers wanted.". This highly successful campaign, developed by Arnold Communications, ran from 1997 to 2005 and is credited with helping to restore the brand's image and significantly increase its sales in North America.
This savory pastry filled with meat, potatoes or vegetables is a traditional dish in Argentina.
What is an empanada? The name comes from the Spanish verb "empanar," meaning "to coat in bread".
This crooner was known for his smooth voice on hits like "Unforgettable" and "Mona Lisa".
Who is Nat King Cole?
In the context of music, “ebony and ivory” refers to these.
What are piano keys? “Ebony and Ivory” is the name of a tune sung by Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder.
After working to preserve food for Napoleon's army, Frenchman Nicolas Appert developed this process in 1810.
What is canning?
Located in San Francisco, this famous red suspension bridge was once the longest in the world.
What is the Golden Gate Bridge? The bridge was completed in 1937 and is a 1.7-mile (8,981 ft) suspension bridge connecting San Francisco with Marin County. Its distinct "International Orange" color helps it stand out in the fog.
"It's Morning Again In America" was the campaign slogan for this president.
Who is Ronald Reagan? The slogan "It's morning again in America" is from a successful 1984 television commercial for Ronald Reagan's presidential re-election campaign. The ad, titled "Prouder, Stronger, Better," used the phrase to paint an optimistic picture of the country's economic and social renewal under his leadership, especially in contrast to the economic struggles of the late 1970s.
This traditional Italian pizza features mozzarella cheese, tomato slices, and basil leaves.
What is Margherita? It was named in honor of Queen Margherita of Savoy upon her visit to Naples in 1889, but the pizza was made as early as 1866.
The song "That's Entertainment!" was written for this 1953 Fred Astaire musical.
What is The Band Wagon?