Science
What do you call the typical brain cell?
Neuron, (glial cell accepted)
What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?
1776
How long does the typical female menstrual cycle last?
28 days
How many color alternating triangles make up Blippi's signature hat?
6
How do you say "left" and "right" in spanish?
Izquierda/o y derecha/o
Approximately how long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth?
27 days (27-31 accepted)
How many countries are in Africa?
54
Which organ is responsible for most of the body's metabolism?
Liver
Name any two medications used to treat allergies (minor or severe).
antihistamines, corticosteroids, decongestants, epinepherine
How many players are on an ice hockey rink during a standard game?
12; 6 from each team
What is the only mammal that can fly?
Bats
Which US state has the longest coastline?
Alaska
What is the name of the optic feature that controls the amount of light that enters the eye?
Iris (adjusts the size of the pupil)
Approximately what percentage of US adults self-identify as atheist/agnostic?
5-10%
Define the term "hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia".
Name either of the two metals that exist as liquids.
Mercury (Hg) & Bromine (Br)
What is the smallest country in the world?
Vatican City
Which body part is most closely tied to maintaining physical balance?
Ears
Name any 3 foods high in iron.
Organ meats, shellfish/seafood, red meats, lentils, beans, spinach, pumpkin seeds, fortified cereals
What is the capital of Uruguay?
Montevideo
What is the difference between a bacterium and a virus?
Bacteria is living (does not require a host). A virus is nonliving and requires a host cell for growth and reproduction.
What body of water lies between Africa and Europe?
The Mediterranean Sea.
What do you call the study of hormones?
Endocrinology
About how many animal crackers come in our Sam's container?
about 1210 crackers
(+/- 50 = 500 pts,+/- 100 = 400pts, +/-200 = 300 pts, +/- 300 = 250)
Name at least three places where Sam Puckett is not legally welcome.
Arizona, Utah, Ohio, Texas, New Hampshire, Tennessee, Europe