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The Trump Administration has found itself in a power struggle with which branch of government over the legal deportation of criminals?
legislative or judicial
judicial
Last week, which U.S. leader visited India (the world’s 3rd most populated nation), strengthening ties with trade and foreign relations?
President Trump or Vice President Vance
Vice President Vance
What large Asian nation has taken steps to limit the amount of graffiti written on the Great Wall?
China or Japan
China
The United Kingdom is considered liberal in many ways, but their Supreme Court recently ruled what about transgender people?
change can be just once a week, or gender is determined at birth
Gender is determined at birth
This Saturday is the Kentucky Derby. The Derby is called “The Run for the _______” because the winner gets a garland of 554 draped over the horse.
Carnations or Roses
Roses
Who was the last world leader that Pope Francis met with prior to his passing?
French leader Emmanuel Macron or United States Vice President J.D. Vance
United States Vice President J.D. Vance
What is the #1 reason college educated children might still be living at home with their parents?
college loan debt or many adult children today are “Mommy Children"
college loan debt
After years of educational ads about its dangers, what bad habit is still the leading cause of preventable illness and death in America?
overeating or smoking
smoking
This Monday is “National Great Poetry Reading Day,” marking the end of National Poetry Month.” What famous poet wrote these words: “Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, and sorry I could not travel both.”
Maya Angelou or Robert Frost
Robert Frost
This Monday is “National Great Poetry Reading Day,” marking the end of National Poetry Month. What famous poet wrote these words: “I’m nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
Emily Dickinson or Maya Angelou
Emily Dickinson
In last weekend’s NFL Draft, how many of the top five picks were quarterbacks?
1 or 2
1
After a month of the MLB season, what National League East team with the addition of Juan Soto, has the best record in the league?
New York Mets or Philadelphia Phillies
New York Mets
This Saturday is the Kentucky Derby. For bettors, what place is the “show” horse?
2nd or 3rd
3rd (2nd is place horse)
In last week’s men’s division of the Boston Marathon, how many of the top 10 finishers were American?
3 or 7
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy recently swore in a famous heart doctor and TV talk show doctor as head of the Medicare and Medicaid services.
Judy, Oz, or Schlesinger
Oz
The Supreme Court recently said it will consider a case dealing with nationwide injunctions. What is a nationwide injunction?
Amtrak overcharges, federal judges deciding on the Executive Branch, or migrant rights
federal judges deciding on the Executive Branch
Prior to the Pope’s death, Vice President J.D. Vance and his family met with Pope Francis, the leader of the Holy See. What is the Holy See?
Italy, Rome, or Vatican City
Vatican City
May Day is an official holiday in 66 countries and is unofficially celebrated in many more. In socialist countries, what does the day celebrate?
flowers, laws, or workers
workers
May Day is a May 1 celebration with a long and varied history. How does the average American celebrate the day?
candy canes, May Day baskets, or parades
May Day baskets
This Thursday we welcome May! The name May is from the Greek goddess _______.
A. Maia
B. May
C. Mi
A. Maia
Many people experience grief and anxiety. Psychiatrists say the best thing to do is take time to find a quiet place and slowly do what?
breathe, pray, or shake
More and more couples choose to cohabitate before marriage. Most women view co-habitation as a step toward marriage; how do most men view cohabitation?
relationship test, step toward divorce, sor tep toward marriage
relationship test
A top Spotify song last week was what song by Alex Warren?
Ordinary, Regular, or Simple
Ordinary
Long time game show host Wink Martindale recently died at age 91. He is best known for hosting the game show “Tic-Tac-_______.”
Toe, Dough, or So
Dough
In last weekend’s NFL Draft, who was the #1 player selected?
Cam Ward, Dillon Gabriel, or Travis Hunter
Cam Ward
What NFL team, known to pay its talent, showed it when it made one of its most important players on its offensive line (Cam Jurgens) one of the richest centers in the league?
Kansas City Chiefs, New York Jets, or Philadelphia Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles (Creed Humphrey-KC highest paid)
This Wednesday is “National Honesty Day,” encouraging people to be honest every day. Two great sayings on honesty are: “Honesty is the best policy” and Thomas Jefferson’s “Honesty is the first chapter in the book of _______.”
life, truth, or wisdom
wisdom
This Saturday is the Kentucky Derby, the annual horse race on the first Saturday in May. What women's wear is always the fashion at this event?
dresses, hats, or shoes
hats
What was President Trump’s U.S. reaction to the death of Pope Francis?
Attend the funeral, executive order to lower flags, play golf, prime time address
executive order to lower flags
Geography Question: What U.S. state has the longest border with Canada?
Alaska, Michigan, Montana, or Washington
Alaska
Although the U.S. and what Asian nation is in a trade war, President Trump says an agreement will soon be a reality?
China, India, Japan, or Vietnam
China
World Capitals Question: What is the capital of Canada?
Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, or Vancouver
Ottawa
This Wednesday is “National Honesty Day.” If we want people to believe us, we need to be open and honest all of the time. (We all know about the boy who cried wolf. When a wolf actually appeared, no one believed him). Many believe honesty is the greatest what?
valor, value, vice, or virtue
virtue
World History Question: This Monday in 1789 on board what British ship did Fletcher Christian lead a mutiny against Captain William Bligh, setting him and 18 loyal crew members adrift and then surviving a 47-day voyage over 3,600 miles?
Bounty, Constitution, Lusitania, or Titanic
Bounty
Teen drivers face many risks. The Top 5 risks for teen drivers are: no-seat belts, speeding, alcohol use, phone use and what else?
bad weather, highway awareness, loud music, or nighttime driving
nighttime driving
Some universities are battling college drop-outs by having professors give daily homework, pop quizzes and require students to do what?
attend sporting events, be in class, become social protesters,or take drug-free pledge
be in class
This Saturday is the Kentucky Derby, the most famous horse race. At the Derby, the featured song is Kentucky’s state song titled “My Old Kentucky _____.”
Hag, Heaven, Home, or Horse
Home
A top Billboard song last week was “Die With A Smile” by Bruno Mars and what female artist?
Lady Gaga, Pink, SZA, or Taylor Swift
Lady Gaga
In last weekend’s NFL Draft, Travis Hunter was the first non-quarterback to be selected. What position does he play?
center, running back, tackle, or wide receiver
wide receiver (& cornerback)
John Korir of Kenya won the men’s division of the 2025 Boston Marathon. Sharon Lokedi of what nation won the women’s division?
Ethiopia, Kenya, Switzerland, or United States
Kenya
This Tuesday is “National Zipper Day,” in honor of when the zipper was patented in 1913. How do zippers stay in shape?
always open to new ideas, daily exercise, healthy diet, or they do a lot of pull-ups
they do a lot of pull-ups
It’s spring turkey season across the United States. Turkey hunting specialists give turkey hunters their #1 advice: “_______more than you hunt.”
call, drink, pray, or scout
scout
Chicken farms are big business in the U.S. Animal rights groups have pushed to tighten rules on the killing of chickens, saying some are not dead before they are _____.
scalded, scorched, shot, smothered, strangled, or suffocated
scalded
American History Question: This Thursday is “The National Day of Prayer,” signed into law by what U.S. President in 1952?
Dwight D. Eisenhower, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, or Richard M. Nixon
Harry S. Truman
The average lifespan for an American male is 77; the average lifespan for men worldwide is what?
56, 61, 66, 71, 76, 81
71 (impoverished nations bring average down)
American and World History: This week in 1960, what American piloting a spy plane was shot down over Russia, convicted and sentenced to ten years in a Russian prison?
Alan Shepherd, Aldrich Ames, Francis Gary Powers, John Glenn, Neil Armstrong, or Robert Hanssen
Francis Gary Powers
What is the “official” name of the current President of the United States?
Donald Barron Trump, Donald Gerald Trump, Donald Jackson Trump, Donald John Trump, Donald Joseph Trump, or Donald Julius Trump
Donald John Trump
Pope Francis died at age 88. He led the Roman Catholic Church for how many years?
2, 12, 22, 32, 42, 52, 62
12
Paid sick leave is a huge issue. What percent of Americans have called in sick in order to watch a sporting event? (S: Kron. Workforce Int.)
50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%, 100%
90%
Alzheimer’s is a health issue for many aging Americans. The use of what has been linked to a 58% lower risk of cognitive impairment?
breathing machines, church bingo halls, church services, local gymnasiums, padded underwear, or Smartphones
Smartphones
This Monday is “National Great Poetry Reading Day,” marking the end of National Poetry Month.” Which of these is not a famous poet?
Agatha Christie, Edgar Allan Poe, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Robert Frost, Emily Dickinson, or Maya Angelou
Agatha Christie
Arts History Question: This Sunday in 1959, what “First Lady of Song” became the first Black female to win a Grammy Award and later won the first Lifetime Achievements Grammy awarded to a woman?
Aretha Franklin, Beyonce, Ella Fitzgerald, Gladys Knight, Janet Jackson, or Whitney Houston
Ella Fitzgerald
The 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs are underway! What team entered the playoffs as owners of the Presidents’ Trophy for the best regular season record?
Dallas Stars, Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, Toronto Maple Leafs, or Winnipeg Jets
Winnipeg Jets
In last weekend’s NFL Draft, LSU’s Will Campbell was the first lineman chosen, the #4 overall pick. What position does Will play?
defensive guard, defensive tackle, offensive guard, offensive tackle, rush end, or tight end
offensive guard
The spring turkey archery hunting season is well underway across the nation. Hunters may bag one male or one “_______ female” turkey per permit.
bearded, lonely, long-necked, overweight, trans, or 3-legged
bearded
In last week’s women’s division of the Boston Marathon, how many of the top 10 finishers were American?
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
2
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy recently announced the ban of petroleum-based synthetic _______ from America's food supply.
dyes, proteins, or sugars
dyes
After the recent helicopter crash into the Hudson River that killed a visiting family, the blame went to where?
bad weather, charter helicopter company, or the Trump Administration
charter helicopter company
According to “The World Happiness Report,” what Northern European nation is called the happiest nation to live in because of income levels, low gas prices and a good social support structure?
Finland, Norway, Sweden
Finland
World History Question: This Friday in 2011, U.S. Special Operations Forces killed what terrorist leader behind the 9/11 terrorist attacks during a raid on his secret compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan?
Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, Osama Bin Laden, or Saddam Hussein
Osama Bin Laden
Many political prognosticators are guessing who will be the Democratic Party presidential nominee in 2028 with some believing AOC might be the choice. What is AOC’s first name?
Alexandria, Alesia, or Andrea
Alexandria
This Saturday is the Kentucky Derby. The Derby is run annually on the first Saturday in May in what largest Kentucky city?
Frankfort, Lexington, or Louisville
Louisville
Many college graduates take lower wage, part-time jobs after they graduate from college. They do this because they need money and what other reason?
build resumé, get a girl,or self esteem
build resumé
Low wage jobs are the fastest growing jobs in America. What low wage jobs are there the most of?
Amazon drivers, convenience store clerks, or food prep jobs
food prep jobs
This Monday is “National Great Poetry Reading Day,” marking the end of National Poetry Month.” There are so many forms and genres of poetry to choose from. Which of these is not a poetry genre?
fable, illustration, or prose
illustration
A top Billboard song last week was “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar and what female artist?
Lady Gaga, SZA, or Taylor Swift
SZA
The top sports news last week was Shedeur Sanders (son of Primetime), a projected top five NFL draft pick, not being drafted until what round?
3, 4, 5
5
In last weekend’s NFL Draft, what power conference had the most picks in the first 100 picks with 29?
Big Ten, SEC, or Big 12
This Thursday is “School Principal Appreciation Day.” What is the best way to celebrate?
teachers call in sick, get sent to the principal’s office, or write a letter of appreciation
write a letter of appreciation
This Thursday wasMay Day, a day celebrated around the world. Although not a holiday, many nations treat it as one. In the U.S., this Thursday in Hawaii has a day called “Hawaiian _______ Day.”
Aloha, Lei, or WikiWiki
Lei