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100

This instrument has 88 keys and is often used in classical and jazz music.

What is the piano?

100

In 1903, this natural resource was discovered in the Los Angeles area, sparking rapid growth. 

What is oil?

100

This film, about a young lion prince, won the Oscar for the Best Original Song with "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?"

What is The Lion King?

100

This nonprofit began in 1981 under this original name before rebranding in 2006.

What is the Antelope Valley Domestic Violence Council?

100

This DC hero is know as the Dark Knight and protects Gotham City.

Who is Batman?

200

The "King of Pop" who sang hits like "Thriller" and "Billie Jean".

Who is Michael Jackson?

200

This famous 1920s film industry district is often called the "Entertainment Capital of the World". 

What is Hollywood?

200

This director won Best Director for "Schindler's List" and "Saving Private Ryan".

Who is Steven Spielberg?

200

Valley Oasis made history in 1989 by becoming one of the first U.S. shelters to serve this group of domestic violence survivors.

Who are male victims of domestic violence?

200

This superhero is the king of the fictional African nation Wakanda and has enhanced abilities thanks to a special heart-shaped herb.

Who is Black Panther?

300

The music genre originated in the African American communities of New Orleans and features improvisation.

What is jazz?

300

This major water project, completed in 1913, brought water from the Owens Valley to Los Angeles, enabling the city's expansion. 

What is the Los Angeles Aqueduct?

300

This actor finally won his first Oscar in 2016 for his role in The Revenant.

Who is Leonardo DiCaprio?
300

This children's therapeutic program was launched in 2004 to help kids exposed to domestic violence.

What is Kayla's Place?

300

This DC heroin is an Amazon warrior and wields the Lasso of Truth.

Who is Wonder Woman?

400

This composer wrote the famous "Fifth Symphony" and despite losing his hearing, continued to compose masterpieces.

Who is Ludwig van Beethoven?

400

This iconic LA landmark was built in 1923 and was the tallest building in the city for many years.

What is the Los Angeles City Hall?

400

This actress holds the record for the most Oscar wins for acting, with three Oscars.

Who is Katharine Hepburn?

400

This annual Valley Oasis fundraiser includes a motorcycle poker run, car show, and community gathering to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

What is the Ride to End Violence?

400

This Marvel superhero, also known as the Master of Kung Fu, is one of the first Asian superheroes in American comics.

Who is Shang-Chi?

500

This term describes the speed or pace of a piece of music, often indicated by beats per minute (BPM).  

What is tempo?

500

Los Angeles was officially founded in this year.

What is 1781?

500

The Oscars are presented by this organization, formally known as AMPAS. 

What is the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences?

500

This year marked the opening of the Valley Oasis's Thrift Store, which now funds critical services for survivors and community members.

What is 1991?
500

This French-Canadian superheroine, named after a symbol of Quebec, first appeared in Justice League Canada comics in the late 1990's.

Who is Fleur de Lys?