CURRENT EVENTS
13 years after they were stolen, the FBI recovered a pair of ruby red sequined slippers that actress Judy Garland wore during this classic film.
What is 'The Wizard of Oz'?
In 2018, Marvel took us to a fictional African nation rich in Vibranium. Name that country.
What is Wakanda?
In November, an E.Coli outbreak was linked to which vegetable?
What is Romaine Lettuce? (must include romaine in the answer)
Published this past fall, this is the 13th book in the Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney where there is a big snow storm, and Greg’s mom forces him to play outside. This all leads to an epic snowball fight. What is the entire title of the 13th book?
What is "Diary of the Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown"?
Mr. Bauer got a new adorable dog recently. What is the name of his dog?
Who is Tyson?
A viral disease, spread by mosquitos, has already had 94 confirmed cases in India since late September.
What is Zeka?
Name the title and artist of the song with the following lyrics: “Kiki, do you love me…”
What is “In My Feelings” by Drake?
Which social media site fell victim to a security breach in which 50 million user accounts were hacked?
What is Facebook?
Published in January of 2018, this dystopian novel (2nd in the series) by Neal Shusterman centers around Rowan who takes it upon himself to bring down the Scythedom.
What is "Thunderhead"?
Mrs. Holman loves dogs. What is the name of her puggle?
Who is Buzz?
George H.W. Bush, the country's 41st president, passed away November 30th. He was the first former US president to reach the age of...
What is 94?
Name the most-streamed female artist in 2018
Who is Ariana Grande?
A particular plastic item became banned by several restaurants, coffee shops, business and cities for the damage it causes to ocean life. Name that plastic item.
What is a straw?
Published in April of 2018, this short but powerful book by Jewell Parker Rhodes features 12 year old Jerome who is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun as a real threat. Jerome meets the ghost of Emmett Till and discovers not so much has changed in history.
What is the "Ghost Boys"?
Ms. Larsen has a sweet tooth. What’s her favorite dessert?
What is cheesecake?
Too much of this, scientists claim, is linked to a greater risk of disease and death.
What is sleep?
Name the series in which a boy vanishes and a small town uncovers secrets and mysteries and one strange little girl
What is 'Stranger Things'?
What is the name of NASA’s rover that landed on Mars this past November?
What is the InSight Lander?
This recently published companion to The Crossover by Kwame Alexander is the prequel that tells the story of Josh and Jordan’s father and how he became the jazz music worshiping basketball star his sons look up to.
What is "Rebound"?
In addition to teaching, Mrs. Schmidt is trained and licensed in this other profession
What is cosmetology? (hair & make-up)
This country's president announced he will be now flying on commercial flights.
What is Mexico?
Who is the daughter of Thanos and what is she a member of? (hint - Marvel Movie!)
Who is Gamora? AND What is Guardians of the Galaxy?
A report on climate change warns that the risks of drought, floods, and extreme heat will only get worse if temperatures increase beyond WHAT degree of temperature?
What is 1.5 degrees C?
Published in May of 2o18, this book features a young girl growing up in Pakistan who has an accidental run-in with her village’s corrupt landlord. She must quit school and become an indentured servant to pay off her family’s debt. (HInt, several of you read this book for our Global Literature unit)
What is "Amal Unbound"?
This teacher has 2 sons at Kromrey. Name her AND name one of her sons
Who is Mrs. Jolin? AND Who are Cooper or Sam?