"Black" Friday
This deadly medieval pandemic, caused by Yersinia pestis, killed millions across Europe between 1347 and 1351.
What is the Black Death (Plague)?
Twain's Outdoor Recreation Areas
What is Mark's Parks?
The main four characters in South Park: Cartman, Kenny, Kyle, ...
Who is Stan?
Similar to migratory birds, this was the famous fictional hockey formation popularized in the original Mighty Ducks
What is the "flying V"?
In 2020s slang, this term describes something unbelievably amazing or hilarious—so good it supposedly takes your life.
What is "dead"?
This 18th-century British privateer earned a fearsome reputation in the Caribbean and along the American coast, partly due to the lit fuses he tied into his facial hair.
Who is Blackbeard?
Austen's throbs and twinges
What is Jane's Pains?
Current traditional M&M Colors: Orange, Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, ...
What is Brown?
Paul Newman starred as aging player-coach Reggie Dunlop in this cult-classic hockey comedy known for its on-ice brawls.
What is Slapshot?
In 1920s flapper slang, this word meant something excellent or stylish—long before it described a buzzing insect.
What is "the bees knees"?
Aptly, she has a viral meme song called "Friday"
Who is Rebecca Black?
Weir's confections
What is Andy's Candies?
DAILY DOUBLE
NHL Original Six Teams: Canadiens, Rangers, Maple Leafs, Blackhawks, Bruins, ...
In Deadpool, Wade Wilson comically kills man in his search for Francis by following him slowly with this piece of maintenance equipement
What is a zamboni?
1980s slang term for approval or enthusiasm often shouted by skateboarders and BMX riders launching off ramps.
What is "rad"?
The Mintable Field, Andamooka and Lightning Ridge are the largest producers of this rare gem, also considered a symbol of wisdom and protectio, and which comes in different color varieties
What is a black opal?
DAILY DOUBLE
Harriet Beecher's private agonies
DNA Bases: Guanine, Cytosine, Thymine, ...
What is Adenine?
In Goon, Doug Glatt (#69) has this nickname, for his role on the team as an enforcer, beating up opponents
What is "The Thug"?
In 1970s disco slang, this electric, spacey, word meant something was unbelievable, amazing.
What is "far out"?
This geological phenomenon, often found on deep ocean floors, expels superheated, mineral-rich water that sustains unique ecosystems independent of sunlight.
What is a black smoker?
Bradbury's portions of the week
What is Ray's Days?
This U.S. team captain scored two goals against the Soviets in the historic game portrayed in Miracle.
Who is Mike Eruzione?
This 1930s–40s underworld slang term for a safecracker or professional burglar, contains a poultry product
What is "yegg"?