Breads & Pastries
S'mores are made with just three ingredients. Toasted marshmallows, chocolate and this
What are Graham Crackers?
Graham crackers were invented in 1829 by Sylvester Graham, a dietary reformer who believed in the health benefits of less-refined grains.
This international organization was founded in 1945 to try to maintain world peace and security.
What is The United Nations(Or U.N.)?
The UN has grown from 51 member states in 1945 to the current 193. Various branches and programs of the UN have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 11 times.
These are the three branches of the United States Government.
What are Executive, Judicial and Legislative?
The U.S. government's structure, including its two-house legislature and checks and balances, was inspired by the British Parliament.
World War 2, June 1944
What is D-Day?
On D-Day, Allied forces consisted primarily of American, British and Canadian troops but also included Australian, Belgian, Czech, Dutch, French, Greek, New Zealand, Norwegian, Rhodesian and Polish naval, air or ground support.
This west coast city is famous for the Golden Gate Bridge.
What is San Francisco?
San Francisco is one of the most densely populated major U.S. cities San Francisco is only 47 square miles yet home to over 800,000 residents. As of 2022, it’s the second most densely populated city in the United States, right behind New York City.
Elvis Presley released this song in 1956, and it starts with "Well, it's one for the money, two for the show. Three to get ready now go, cat, go."
What is Blue Suede Shoes?
Elvis has been inducted into five Halls of Fame: the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame, the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Gospel Hall of Fame, the Rockabilly Hall of Fame, and the R&B Hall of Fame.
These are the long, think loaves of bread that the French love.
What is a Baguette?
France has a law requiring traditional baguettes to be made on-site with only flour, water, salt, and yeast, and cannot be frozen or contain additives.
This nuclear power plant, located in Pennsylvania, suffered a partial meltdown in 1979.
What is Three-Mile Island?
Despite the serious accident, the releases of radioactive material were small and had no measurable health effects. The accident led to significant changes in nuclear safety regulations and training.
This is the total number of senators in the U.S. Congress
What is 100?
The first Senate met in 1789 in New York City. The Senate soon after moved to Philadelphia in 1790 and then to Washington D.C. ten years later.
June 2nd, 1953 saw this long reigning British monarch was coronated as Queen.
Who is Queen Elizabeth II?
Queen Elizabeth owned over 30 corgis. Her love for these small dogs was well-documented, with many famously featured in photos and videos.
This alliterative college town is home to the University of Michigan.
What is Ann Arbor?
The University of Michigan's Michigan Stadium, nicknamed "The Big House," is the largest football stadium in North America.
In this 1977 tune, the Eagles found themselves "On a dark desert highway, cool wind in my hair"
What is Hotel California?
The song was written about driving into California for the first time.
This is the name of the unleavened bread that is served during the Jewish holiday of Passover.
What is Matzah?
Matzah is a key symbol of the Passover story, representing the Israelites' hurried departure from Egypt and their freedom from slavery.
He wrote the classic novel The Old Man and the Sea.
Who is Ernest Hemingway?
Other Hemingway novels include The Sun Also Rises, For Whom the Bell Tolls, and The Snows of Kilimanjaro.
The first 10 amendments to the constitution are known collectively as this. Bonus points if you can name one of the first 10 amendments.
What are the Bill of Rights?
There have been 27 amendments to the constitution so far. The 27th Amendment, ratified in 1992, was originally proposed by Madison in 1789 but wasn't ratified initially.
On June 28th, 1914, the heir of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Archduke Franz Ferdinand, was assassinated in Sarajevo, kicking off this global conflict.
What is World War 1?
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia as a direct result of the assassination, which sparked a chain of events that led to World War I. Princip, the assassin, was sentenced to 20 years in prison, which he served until his death from tuberculosis in 1918.
This Connecticut city is home to Yale University, and pizza that some claim is the best in the United States.
What is New Haven?
New Haven was founded in 1638 and is considered the first planned city in America. The city's nickname, "The Elm City," comes from its pioneering public tree planting program, which included many majestic elm trees.
In 1978, Gloria Gaynor told us "At first I was afraid, I was petrified" in this hit song.
What is "I Will Survive"?
One of the great female empowerment songs and a No. 1 Billboard hit during the disco era. This intro sums up the general theme of a song about moving on from a difficult breakup, even when said ex comes back into her life.
These super-thin pancakes from France are wrapped around sweet and/or savory fillings
What are Crepes?
Chocolate-filled crepes area a sweet delight, and for fans of savory foods, seafood-filled crepes are popular.
Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain on this continent.
What is Africa?
Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, not part of a mountain range, and is located near the equator. It's also a dormant volcano, comprised of three cones, and known for its diverse climate zones and unique ecosystem.
U.S. Senators serve of a term of this length
What is 6 Years?
U.S. Senators serve staggered six-year terms, meaning that one-third of the Senate is up for election every two years. This ensures a degree of continuity in the Senate, according to the U.S. Senate. The Founding Fathers originally proposed seven-year Senate terms, but the six-year term was ultimately chosen by the Constitutional Convention.
Less than 5 years after his brother was shot and killed, this Presidential hopeful was gunned down by assassin Sirhan Sirhan.
Who is Robert F. Kennedy?
The assassination of Robert F. Kennedy (RFK), a pivotal moment in American history, occurred on June 5, 1968, after he won the California primary.
This Florida city shares its name with 2nd biggest city in Russia, formerly the Russian capital
What is St. Petersburg?
St. Petersburg holds the Guinness World Record for the most consecutive days of sunshine, lasting 768 days.
A timeless Beatles favorite, it begins, "When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me. Speaking words of wisdom..."
What is "Let It Be"?
According to McCartney, this is a very positive song, owing to its inspiration. One night when he was paranoid and anxious, he had a dream where he saw his mother Mary, who had been dead for ten years or so - she came to him in his time of trouble, speaking words of wisdom that brought him much peace when he needed it. It was this sweet dream that got him to begin writing the song.
Thanks to their catchy jingle, we remember that McDonald's Big Mac is served on this type of bun.
What is Sesame Seed Bun?
The Big Mac was invented by Jim Delligatti, a McDonald's franchisee owner in the Pittsburgh area. It was designed to compete with the Big Boy hamburger, and featured a three-layer bun.
The US Naval Academy is located in this city Eastern U.S. city.
What is Annapolis, Maryland?
The U.S. Naval Academy was founded in Annapolis to deter midshipmen from distractions, and Bancroft Hall, the main dormitory, is the largest academic dormitory in the United States.
Name one current U.S. Supreme Court Judge.
Who are John Roberts, Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, Amy Coney Barrett and Ketanji Brown Jackson.
The average tenure of a Supreme Court Justice is 16 years. William H. Taft was the only president to also serve as a Supreme Court Justice.
On June 4th, 1989, Pro-democracy protests were brutally suppressed by the Chinese government in Beijing in an event known as this.
What is the Tiananmen Square Massacre?
The Tiananmen Square protests lasted for six weeks, from April 15 to June 4, 1989. The demonstrations began after the death of Hu Yaobang, a popular pro-reform Chinese leader. The protests were ultimately crushed by the Chinese Army on the night of June 3 and the morning of June 4.
Take a trip to the very southernmost tip of Florida to visit this city, where Ernest Hemmingway used to live and visit The Hemingway Home and Museum.
What is Key West, FL?
Key West is the southernmost point in the continental United States, marked by a buoy at the end of Simonton Street near Duval Street.
In 1965, Simon and Garfunkel brought us this hit single, which began "Hello darkness, my old friend / I've come to talk with you again."
What is The Sound of Silence?
While reportedly in his early 20s, Paul Simon's penchant for writing songs with his guitar in the dark led to the opening lines to one of the great pop songs of all time.
This is the elastic protein that helps give bread its texture, and also the part of bread that people with celiacs disease cannot safely consume.
What is Gluten?
Celiacs disease is an autoimmune reaction to gluten that damages the small intestine and can lead to a variety of health issues.
This actress starred in High Noon, Dial M for Murder, and High Society
Who is Grace Kelly?
She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in The Country Girl. The actress gave up her acting career after marrying Prince Rainier III, the Prince of Monaco, in 1956.
Name of one of the two current senators from Colorado.
Who are Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper?
John Hickenlooper is also the former Governor of Colorado. While Hickenlooper was Governor, Corey Gardner was our other senator.
On June 18th, 1815, the French lost the Battle of Waterloo, marking the final defeat of this controversial French Emperor
Who is Napoleon Bonaparte?
He was a master of propaganda. Napoleon used art and literature to shape public opinion and present himself as a heroic figure
This southern city, the capital of Louisiana, has a French name that translates to "Red Stick"
What is Baton Rouge?
The name "Baton Rouge" translates to "Red Stick" in French, referencing a red cypress pole that marked the boundary between tribal hunting grounds.
In 1977, The Bee Gees opened this hit single with the lyrics "Well, you can tell by the way I use my walk / I'm a woman's man, no time to talk."
What is Stayin Alive?
It was a No. 1 Billboard hit off the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack and remains one of defining songs of the disco era.