A Trip for Your Taste Buds
Which country does the rice dish bibimbap originate from?
Korea, Singapore, Japan
This popular Korean rice dish has existed for centuries and came from early rural Koreans taking leftover vegetables, occasionally meat and mixing them in a bowl with rice in order to make a fast and cheap meal.
Who played Jack in Titanic?
Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, Johnny Depp
Leonardo DiCaprio
Sharks are considered which type of predator?
Apex, Opportunistic, Social
It's not fun to think about, but Apex predators are a necessary aspect of a healthy ecosystem. Remove sharks from our oceans, and the populations of the animals they hunt will rise dramatically, throwing nature out of balance.
Which pop group with five female members had a hit with “Wannabe” and reunited for a tour in the 2000s?
The Spice Girls
Which musician is famous for the hit song 'Blinding Lights'?
Drake, The Weeknd, Post Malone
The Weeknd
Which popular Australian dessert was named after a Russian ballerina?
Pavlova, Lamington, Caramel Slice
The meringue-based dessert, originally called a cream-cake, was said to be named after the dancer Anna Pavlova during her tour of Australia and New Zealand in the 1920s.
8. Largest continent?
Asia, Africa, Europe
Asia - covering ~17m square miles and 4.6 billion people
Megalodon is an extinct species of shark. What does its name mean?
Big tooth, Giant shark, Terror fish
As scary as the prospect of a school-bus-sized shark might seem, the modern-day descendants of the Big Tooth sharks are a diverse group of predators, each species adapted to its own ecosystem.
What mockumentary-style TV show about a paper company premiered in 2005?
he Office (US version)
Which famous landmark celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2023?
Statue of Liberty, Eiffel Tower, Hollywood Sign
Hollywood Sign
The dish Poutine emerged from where?
Quebec, Canada, Lyon, France, Granada, Spain
The dish traditionally consisting of french fries, cheese curds and gravy emerged in the Centre-du-Québec region in the late 1950s.
Queen of Pop?
Beyoncé, Madonna, Lady Gaga
Madonna
Which kind of shark has skin that matches the water's colour?
Camouflage shark, Saltwater shark, Blue shark
The Blue Shark can reach a length of up to 3.8 metres and prefers to eat small squid as prey. It also tends to swim in the open sea, so it's unlikely you'll see blue sharks cruising shallow waters to hunt. Really, they're only scary if you're a squid.
Which phrase from a Budweiser commercial became popular in the early 2000s?
“Whassup?”
Which country won the Eurovision Song Contest 2023?
Sweden, United Kingdom, Ukraine
Sweden
Which Moroccan meal is named after the dish it is cooked in?
Brochettes, B’ssara, Tajine
Traditional tajine pottery consists of a circular base and a large cone-shaped cover that sits over the base during cooking. It is traditionally cooked over hot charcoal to avoid having the temperature rise too quickly in the pot. The meal itself is commonly made with a base of couscous, vegetables and spices and is known as the ‘dish of Morocco’.
6. Sunshine State?
California, Florida, Texas
Florida
But only because Kevin is there! ;)
What is a whale shark's preferred meal?
Surf and turf, Seaweed, Plankton
Whale sharks are filter feeders that scoop up Plankton as they swim through the sea. That means smaller fish can safely ride along in their wake without fear of being eaten.
What virtual world launched in 2003 where users could create avatars and build virtual property?
Second Life
Which TV series finale aired in 2023 after four seasons, starring Jeremy Strong?
Breaking Bad, The Crown, Succession
Succession
Traditionally from Italy, what was a diet staple of Roman Legions?
Biscotti, Florentines, Macaroons
These twice baked treats were often consumed by Roman Legions for convenience as they have a long shelf life. The sweet and nutty snack originated from the Tuscan city of Prato and are traditionally made from flour, sugar, eggs and almonds.
Ross & Rachel show?
Friends, The Office, Seinfeld
Friends
What do you call a group of sharks?
A shiver.
What horse won the Triple Crown in 2015, ending a 37-year drought?
American Pharoah
Which singer performed at the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2023?
Rihanna, Beyoncé, Shakira
Rihanna