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100

This 1941 attack by Japan on a U.S. naval base led to the United States' entry into World War II.

Pearl Harbor

100

This 1950s TV variety show was hosted by Ed Sullivan and featured performances by famous acts, including The Beatles' U.S. debut.

The Ed Sullivan Show

100

What sweet candy was originally called "Fairy Floss"?

Cotton Candy

100

Known for being the largest animal in the deer family, they can stand at seven feet tall, have large antlers and are native to northern regions of the United States and Canada. 

Moose

200

This world leader was the longest-serving British Prime Minister, holding office from 1951 to 1963.

Winston Churchill

200

This actor, known as "The Duke," starred in Western films like Stagecoach and True Grit, and became a symbol of rugged masculinity.

John Wayne

200

Known for its tangy flavor, this dairy product is often used in baking, cooking, and as a topping for baked potatoes.

Sour Cream

200

These small, nocturnal creatures are known for their ability to fly and turn their heads almost 360 degrees:

Owl
300

In 1959, this state was known for becoming the 50th and last to join the U.S:

Hawaii

300

This 1957 movie musical, starring Natalie Wood and James Dean, features the rivalry between two street gangs and is set to the music of Leonard Bernstein.

West Side Story

300

This household ingredient is known for being the only food to never truly expire:

Honey

300

The largest marsupial in the Western Hemisphere, known for its immunity against rabies: 

Hint: They will often "play dead" as a defense mechanism

Opossum or "Possum"

400

This civil rights leader's refusal to give up her seat on a segregated bus in 1955 helped spark the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

Rosa Parks

400

This legendary actor starred in Casablanca and became known for his suave style and iconic roles in both film and television.

Humphrey Bogart

400

Known as the official fruit in the state of Texas:

The Red Grapefruit (also known as the Texas Ruby Red)

400

This sea creature is famous for its sharp spines and is often associated with the ability to puff up as a defense mechanism.

Pufferfish

500

This ancient civilization, known for its pyramids and pharaohs, dominated northeastern Africa for over 3,000 years.

Ancient Egypt 

500

This actress known for her Academy Award winning role in "Jezebel" also had an infamous long-standing feud with actress Joan Crawford.

Bette Davis

500

What is the name of this Italian coffee made by forcing pressurized water through finely ground coffee beans, resulting in a small, but rich and creamy shot. 

Espresso 

500

This large bird, incapable of flight, is known for running at high speeds and is the national bird of New Zealand.

Hint: Known for its long neck

Ostrich