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This classic baking disaster happens because the home cook mistakenly uses this “table” mineral instead of sugar.

What is salt? If it’s a small amount of salt, you might be able to salvage the dish. If you are working with a sweet batter, the recipe will call for a large amount of sugar, and you’ll need to start over. You haven’t earned your “home cook” badge until you’ve made this mistake at least once. 

100

Skydiving when strapped to another person is known as this.

What is tandem? Tandem jumping requires one of the jumpers to be a certified tandem instructor.

100

This flower is the most common flower associated with fall and has one of the longest bloom times.

What is chrysanthemum? It comes in a wide variety of colors and shapes, and it’s a perennial, though many people treat it as an annual. 

100

The team that is holding the ball and trying to score a touchdown

What is offense? The opposing team plays defense while the offensive team tries to score. 

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As the days grow shorter and cooler, it’s time to do this with your summer clothes before storing them for the season.

What is wash and dry them? Always store clothes for the winter only after they have been laundered or dry-cleaned.

100

What does the M stand for in the computer abbreviation RAM?

Memory- RAM stands for Random Access Memory. It’s where the data is stored that your computer processor needs to run your applications and open your files.

200

This ingredient makes bread rise.

What is yeast? If you’re unsure if your batch of yeast is still fresh, try proofing it in a bowl with some warm water and sugar. If it foams, the batch is still good. 

200

“Fly Me to the [this place]” is a beloved standard tune that has survived generation after generation.

What is moon? The song was originally titled “In Other Words.”

200

This purple vegetable only wishes it came from a chicken.

What is an eggplant? During the 18th century, Europeans cultivated white varieties of eggplant, and because they resembled eggs, they were named a combination of the words egg and plant.

200

The person playing the position that throws the ball

What is quarterback? This is often considered the most important position in the game. If the QB is with a team that wins consistently, he will probably land endorsements.

200

This spooky flying mammal is associated with Halloween.

What is the bat? More than half of bat species in the United States are in severe decline or listed as endangered. That’s not a good thing because bats can eat up to 1,200 mosquitoes in an hour and are essential pollinators. 

200

If Jamir threw his paper plane 134 inches, Isabella threw hers 4 yards, and Chloe threw hers 10 feet; who threw their plane the farthest?

Isabella! 134 inches is 2.8ft and 4 yards is 12ft

300

This kitchen appliance displays magnets.

What is a refrigerator? It’s a great place to keep your grandchildren’s drawings, calendars, and photos so you can see them every day.

300

This superhero famously says, “Up, up, and away!” before taking off.

Who is Superman? The phrase originated when The Adventures of Superman debuted on the radio. Before radio, Superman was a DC Comics series, and there was no need to explain that Superman was flying.

300

This sun-chasing flower is a sure sign of the harvest season.

What is a sunflower? Some varieties of sunflower last until the first frost. In warmer areas of the country, they’re available alongside fresh produce at farmers’ markets. Young sunflowers track the sun to absorb energy and are guided by their circadian rhythm. Mature sunflowers face east permanently. 

300

Term for throwing the ball to a teammate

What is pass? Passing is the fundamental play in football.

300

This European explorer reached the Americas in October 1492.

Who is Christopher Columbus? Columbus reached islands in the Caribbean in 1492. Leif Erikson is widely credited with reaching Newfoundland centuries earlier.

300

What is the numeric value of the Roman numeral L?

50 - 150 would be CL

400

This famous TV chef shouts “Bam!” while seasoning food.

Who is Emeril Lagasse? If you’re looking for a renowned TV chef with a heaping dose of personality, Emeril is your man. He will charm you with his Louisiana flair and Portuguese heritage. His Emeril Lagasse Foundation has awarded more than $23 million in grants to support youth programs, including culinary, nutrition, and arts education.

400

If thrown correctly, this colorful toy spins through the air and then returns.

What is a boomerang? It comes back via a process called gyroscopic precession. Because of the spin when the boomerang is thrown, one wing is higher than the other one, causing the boomerang to return.

400

Once the air chills, we turn our attention away from the summer varieties and turn to acorn, spaghetti, and butternut varieties of this vegetable. 

What is winter squash? Winter squash has a hard rind and a long storage life.

400

The term that describes the defensive team catching a ball meant for an offensive receiver

What is interception, turnover, or pick? Sports broadcasters use all three terms.

400

Three warm spices found in most pantries in autumn are cinnamon, nutmeg, and this one.

What are cloves? Most recipes call for ground cloves at 50 percent of the quantity of cinnamon and nutmeg.

400

Mark Twain is the pseudonym of what famous American author who wrote "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"?

Samuel Clemens adopted the pen name "Mark Twain" from a riverboat term meaning a safe water depth of 12 feet

500

A soufflé makes a lovely dessert, but if you make it ahead of time, it will do this.

What is fall? Air is trapped in the egg whites while the soufflé cooks, but as it cools, the air escapes, causing the soufflé to fall. If presentation is your main concern, it must be eaten before it cools.

500

This expression comes from skydiving and means that individuals need to take responsibility for their own preparations.

Answer: What is “pack your own parachute”? Skydivers wishing to be certified must learn how to pack their own parachutes and exhibit proficiency in doing so. The saying was also popularized in Paul M. Hirsch’s 1987 book Pack Your Own Parachute: How to Survive Mergers, Takeovers, and Other Corporate Disasters.

500

Once October hits, iced coffee cravings are frequently replaced by this flavor of latte.

What is pumpkin (spice)? Starbucks originated the Pumpkin Spice Latte—or PSL, as it’s now widely called by its many adoring fans. 

500

The phrase popularized by Roger Staubach to describe a dramatic 1975 playoff touchdown pass 

What is Hail Mary? The name originated when, with just 32 seconds on the clock, Staubach threw a 50-yard pass to Drew Pearson, who scored a touchdown to seal the victory for the Cowboys.

500

This October U.S. holiday plays double duty: Columbus Day and this day.

What is Indigenous Peoples’ Day? Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the culture, history, and resilience of the continent’s first inhabitants.

500

Density describes the mass of an object divided by what?

Volume - Volume is the amount of three-dimensional space an object occupies.

600

This kitchen measurement equals 16 fluid ounces.

What is a pint? To perform a conversion between any two units of measure, open a browser. In the search bar, type “how many [units of measure] in a [unit of measure]” and tap Enter. The search engine will return the answer.

600

A thrilling way to get a view of a beautiful area is a ride in this flying machine, comprised of a heated bag called an envelope and no traditional steering mechanism.

What is a hot-air balloon? Hot-air balloon pilots change altitudes to find wind currents moving in the direction they want the balloon to fly. Some balloons can fly as high as a few thousand feet. 

600

This three-layered, triangular candy comes out of hiding just in time for Halloween.

What is candy corn? You can spot it a mile away by its distinctive layering of yellow for the base, orange for the middle section, and white for the tip.

600

Special teams player who drops the ball and gives it a boot

What is the punter? When a team reaches fourth down and decides not to try to get a touchdown, the punter kicks the ball as far down the field as possible to the opposing team. 

600

This famous ship’s hull was completed in the Harland & Wolff shipyard in Belfast in October 1910.

What is the Titanic? When the Titanic was set afloat, it was the largest ship ever to 

have sailed, but it was not the fastest. 

600

On the periodic table, which element is represented by the letter N?

Nitrogen is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless chemical element with the symbol N and atomic number 7, making up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere