Two-Letter Words
Use this word when answering in the negative.
What is no? This is often a toddler‘s favorite word because they are starting to assert themselves, which is a normal part of their development at this age.
This is Rice Krispies’ three-word tagline.
What is “Snap, crackle, pop”? In 2020, Kellogg’s released a music single and video jingle of the tagline.
This relaxing herb is known for its calming properties and is often made into a tea to drink before bed.
What is chamomile? The plant contains apigenin, which decreases anxiety and induces sleep.
You must clear this three-letter agency before boarding your flight.
What is TSA? The agency was formed after 9/11. Airline employees conducted pre-board screening before federal employees took over the responsibility
To the nearest hundred, the number of years since the United States gained its independence
What is 200? The United States celebrated its bicentennial in 1976.
This is a former spouse or significant other.
What is ex? Ex- is also used as a prefix to mean “out” or “thoroughly.” For example, exhausted means “thoroughly tired."
They are the three most popular stooges of The Three Stooges.
Who are Larry, Curly, and Moe? The Three Stooges was a vaudeville act before coming to TV. The original third Stooge was Shemp, and he was replaced by Curly when he left. When Curly died, Shemp came back for a brief time.
He wrote a second version of “Candle in the Wind” for Princess Diana’s funeral.
Who is (Sir) Elton John? The original version was written for Marilyn Monroe
Go to the top of this landmark in Seattle for a panoramic view of the city.
What is the Space Needle? You can ride the monorail from downtown to the Space Needle.
To the nearest foot, the recorded height of the tallest man who ever lived
What is nine? According to Guinness World Records, Robert Wadlow, born in 1918, stood at eight feet, 11 inches tall.
Do not collect $200, and don’t pass this on your way to jail.
What is Go? This is a penalty in the game of Monopoly.
These are the primary colors.
What are red, yellow, and blue? All other colors except black and white are created by mixing the three primary colors. White is the absence of color, and black cannot be made by combining colors. It is its own color.
This British model introduced the “bag of bones” look during the early 1960s.
Who is Twiggy? Even in her retirement, she’s still famous as a former model, and she’s now a dame.
Ernest Hemingway’s U.S. home was in this southernmost city.
What is Key West? The house is now a museum, and some of the cats that still live there are descended from his cat.
To the nearest billion, the number of people in the world
What is eight? The total population is around 8.1 billion.
This is Spanish for “yes”
What is si? It’s also the Italian word for “yes.”
This three-word game is played using only the hands. It is primarily a game of chance and often is used to decide things such as who goes first.
What is rock, paper, scissors? Chinese researchers published a paper about the role psychology plays in winning (or losing) the game.
This is the common name for rubella.
What is German measles? It’s a childhood disease with symptoms including a body rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. It’s usually harmless for children but can cause serious problems during pregnancy and result in birth defects for the baby
This South Pacific vacation paradise that starts with the letter T is the largest island in French Polynesia.
What is Tahiti? Tahitians are said to be the friendliest people in the world. The 188 islands that comprise French Polynesia are home to no poisonous snakes or insects.
To the nearest hour, the average flight time from New York City to London
What is seven? The flight time is around seven hours and 14 minutes. Westbound flights are typically longer due to the headwinds.
According to Merriam-Webster, this two-letter word is “used to call attention or to express wonder or surprise.”
What is lo? Remember this the next time you say “Lo and behold.”
These are the three parts of an atom.
What are protons, neutrons, and electrons? The number of each part in an atom varies by element. Protons are positively charged, electrons are negatively charged, and neutrons are neutra
Shakespeare penned the line “The first thing we do, let’s kill all the lawyers” in this play.
What is Henry VI, Part II? Lawyer jokes can be traced to Shakespeare, and they’re just as popular today as they were when he wrote them.
In Greece, you can sip this four-letter, anise-flavored spirit.
What is ouzo (OOH-zoe)? Say “ya mas” when toasting. It means “to us.” You could also say (or shout) “Opa!” Opa is a catch-all word meaning “joy,” “excitement,” etc.
To the nearest thousand, the number of miles across the continental United States
What is three? The length of the mainland United States is between 2,500 and 3,000 miles, depending on the cities of departure and arrival.