Gen Z - Language
If something “slaps,” it’s not violent—it means this.
really good or impressive (especially music)
This animated film features two sisters, Elsa and Anna, and a lovable snowman named Olaf.
Frozen
What city is known as the birthplace of hip-hop?
New York City
This continent has the most countries in the world.
Africa
What did Dr. Rios do with his first loan?
Buy a house for his mom
When Gen Z says “I’m dead” after a joke, they really mean this.
“That was so funny”
This Marvel superhero movie broke box office records and featured the fictional African nation of Wakanda
Black Panther
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
The Pacific Ocean
This gas makes up most of Earth’s atmosphere.
nitrogen
What is the name of Dr. Rios' teacher, who helped him graduate on time.
Ms. Russ
This three-letter word is used to describe something that’s just okay, average, or not living up to the hype.
“mid”
-This artist is known as the "King of Pop" and sang hits like "Thriller" and "Beat It."
Michael Jackson
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is best known for leading this movement in the United States.
Civil Rights Movement
What is the name of Dr. Rios’s son?
Marco Rios
Saying “no cap” is a way to emphasize this.
“I’m being honest” or “I’m not lying”
This animated TV show features a yellow sponge who lives in a pineapple under the sea.
SpongeBob SquarePants
What year did the first iPhone release?
2007
This sport uses terms like touchdown, quarterback, and end zone.
football
What phrase did Ms. Russ tell Victor?
“I care for you, but I can't carry you.”
This phrase means “you totally understood the moment” or “you nailed it.”
“You ate (and left no crumbs)”
Which K-pop group achieved global success with their hit song "Dynamite" in 2020?
BTS
What is the tallest mountain in the world measured from sea level?
Mount Everest
This natural disaster is measured using the Richter scale.
earthquake
What position does Dr. Victor Rios hold at the University of California?
Professor of Sociology (MacArthur Foundation Chair)