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100

If you answer with a big this, a word derived from Hebrew that means "so be it", you truly agree, & not just on Sundays

amen

100

As president-elect, Eisenhower said, "Small attacks on small hills would not end this war" that ended months later

the Korean War

100

What nickname was given to the New York Yankees baseball team of the late 1920s, in particular to the first six hitters in the 1927 team lineup?


Murderer’s Row 

The 1927 Yankees are recognized as one of the best teams in baseball history, alongside the 1939 Yankees, the 1961 Yankees and the 1998 Yankees.

100

What two bodies of water surround Key West?  

The Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. 

Key West is not only surrounded by the two bodies of water but it is also the location where they meet.

100

What is the largest bird species?  

The ostrich. 

This big, flightless bird is native to Africa and can weigh up to 344 pounds (156 kilograms).

200

A group of hip kids might tell you yes with this 5-letter slang, or be referring to the bags they carry

totes

200

George H.W. Bush assembled a multinational coalition to win this war, but it didn't help him at reelection time

the Gulf War

200

Outfielder Pete Gray played with the St. Louis Browns in 1945 despite a serious handicap. What was it?

He had only one arm.

200

Approximately how many islands in total are in the Florida Keys: 500; 1,200; or 1,700?  

1,700 islands. 

They span over 180 miles.

200

Trafalgar Square can be found in what European nation?

 England. 

The square, located in Westminster, London, was named for a British war victory in 1805 and is the site of many cultural and community events.

300

Often a begrudging yes, this word also can refer to a penalty that needs to be paid

fine

300

In the final days of the Vietnam War, he ordered the airlift of more than 200,000 refugees, most of whom were brought to the USA

Gerald Ford

300

When the New York Knickerbockers became the first baseball club to adopt an official uniform in 1849, what did team members wear on their heads?

Straw hats. 

The rest of the uniform consisted of blue woolen pantaloons and white flannel shirts.

300

Opened in 1987 in Key West, what is the name of Jimmy Buffett’s famous restaurant chain?  

Margaritaville. 

After being overly stressed about his career, music, and life, Jimmy Buffet traveled to Key West, Florida, where he began playing shows at bars for drinks. Buffett fell in love with Key West and wrote the legendary song that inspired the name of his restaurants.

300

Born in 1835, what is the pen name of author Samuel Clemens?  

Mark Twain. 

Twain’s pseudonym was inspired by his days as a riverboat pilot. Mark Twain was steamboat slang meaning “12 feet of water,” which was considered a safe depth.

400

This word found before "action" in the name of a social remedy can also be used to say "yes"

affirmative

400

During his administration, the Spanish-American War led to Guam, Puerto Rico & the Philippines being ceded to the U.S.

(William) McKinley

400

What major league baseball player retired in 1980 after playing in five different decades?

Outfielder Minnie Minoso, who started out with the Cleveland Indians in 1949, and ended his career as a pinch hitter for the Chicago White Sox.

400

In Key West, what job has the most employees per capita?  

Bartender. 

In 2015, a survey found that Key West had the most bartenders per capita at 13.3 per 1,000 residents.

400

What “W” clothes washer company was founded in 1911 as the Upton Machine Company?  

Whirlpool. 

The company changed its name to Whirlpool in 1950 and introduced many home appliances, including clothes dryers and irons.

500

Beginning with an "I", this 11-letter word for an enthusiastic yes undoubtedly is related to the word "doubt"

indubitably

500

The War of 1812 was called this president's war

(James) Madison

500

In how many world Series did Babe Ruth play during his 22 year career?


Ten, with his team winning seven of them.

500

What was the only southern city to remain loyal to the Union during the Civil War? Hint: It is one of the Keys.  

Key West. 

Although Key West is the southernmost point of the United States, the citizens of the tropical island largely stayed out of the conflict.

500

The Persistence of Memory, Cabaret Scene, and Swans Reflecting Elephants are paintings by what surrealist artist?  

Dalí. 

Salvador Dalí painted with influence from art movements like Dadaism, Cubism, and of course Surrealism.