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100

This is the world's most popular New Year's Resolution.

What is to exercise more/lose weight.

100

In the southern United States, it's believed that eating collard greens and _________ on New Year's Day brings you luck and prosperity.

black-eyed peas

100

In 1735, an American Military Officer named Paul_____ was born on this day. 

Revere 

100

The Ball Drop in Times Square takes how long to drop? 

What is 60 seconds. 

100

After 3 years, what was no longer considered a 'global health emergency.'

What is COVID19.

200

A New Year's resolution that includes trying to overhaul your entire diet. 

What is eat healthier/diet.

200

According to old superstitions, what meat should you not eat on New Years Day?

Chicken or Lobster!

Because they walk backwards, and you want to move ahead in the new year.

200

In 1999, this currency became the official currency in 11 countries. 

The Euro

200

Over 800,000 people come to Pasadena, California to watch this on New Year's Day.

What is the Rose Parade.

200

The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Green Bay Packers 34-29 in what country in the first NFL game in South America.

What is Brazil.

300

A New Year's resolution that has many resources to help you get a jumpstart on ditching this smelly/bad habit.

What is quit smoking. 

300

Whoever you kiss when the clock strikes 12 will supposedly result in your relationship with them lasting all year long. What is this superstition called?

What is Midnight Kiss.

300

This Island in New York Harbor opened. Over 20 million new arrivals to America were processed until its closing in 1954.

What is Ellis

300

The first ever New Year's ball was made of iron and what other material.

What is wood. 

300

Claudia Sheinbaum is sworn in as this country's first female president. 

What is Mexico

400

A New Year's resolution that will help to improve your mood, sleep, skin and your immune system. Plus, it'll also helps you save money.

What is quit drinking/drink less alcohol.

400

What should you do at the stroke of Midnight?

Open all your doors and windows.

This lets the old year out, and the new year in!

400

In 1797, Albany replaces this city as the capital of New York.

What is New York City.

400

This is the special crystal material that the Times Square ball is made out of.

What is Waterford.


400

How many days did 2024 have this year?

366 days! This year included Leap day!

500

A New Year's resolution that will help you the most in the long run, it's making a vow to save more money.

What is making a budget.

500

Which shape do many cultures feel brings good luck in the new year?

Circle!

In Spain, it’s believed that if you eat 12 grapes (one for each month of the year) before 12:01, they’ll bring you good luck in the year ahead.

500

In 1964 The Beach Boys recorded this song whose title is synonymous with lighthearted pleasure. 

What is "Fun Fun Fun." 

500

45% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions. What percent of them give up on their resolutions by the second week of January.

What is 25%.

500

How much money has Taylor Swift made on the record breaking Eras Tour?

What is $2 Billion.