Plague Pursuit
What viral disease, also known as the "Black Death," swept through Europe in the 14th century, causing widespread death?
The Bubonic Plague
In the year 2000, who won the U.S. Presidential election?
George W Bush
What legendary creature from Celtic folklore is often depicted as a small, mischievous being with pointed ears and a penchant for playing pranks?
Leprechaun
Which US president famously said "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country" during his inaugural address?
John F Kennedy
Used to describe a very scandalous or hot piece of gossip.
What is spicy?
This mosquito-borne viral disease, often found in tropical regions, is known for causing joint pain and fever, sometimes called "breakbone fever".
What is Dengue fever?
Which iconic reality TV show, where participants lived on a deserted island, made its debut in the year 2000?
Survivor
In Greek mythology, what bird is a messenger of the gods and is often associated with the goddess Athena?
Owl
In what movie does the character Jack Dawson say, "I'm king of the world!" as he stands on the bow of a ship?
Titanic
A phrase used to describe when someone reveals confidential or secretive information.
What is "Spills the beans"
Who is credited with developing the first vaccine for smallpox in the late 18th century?
Edward Jenner
The winner of the Euors in 2020
France
In Arabian folklore, what creature is a magical, flying horse with a single horn on its forehead?
Pegasus
In what TV show does the main character, "I am not in danger, Skyler. I am the danger"?
Breaking Bad
Used to be something you drink, now its gossip one might share and ask, what's the _____?
What is "tea"?
What epidemiological term refers to the period between exposure to a disease and the onset of symptoms or signs of the disease?
Incubation period
In the year 2000, what was the first animal successfully biologically cloned?
Dolly the Sheep
In Greek mythology, what bird-like creature has the head and face of a woman and the body of a bird, and sings enchanting songs?
Siren
In 1964, what civil rights leader gave the "Ballot or the Bullet" speech, advocating for African American political and economic empowerment?
Malcolm X
When hearing gossip that people are skeptical or unsure of, one might take it with ____.
What is "A grain of salt"?
This Italian city famously used the phrase "Peste, infine, peste" ("Plague, again, plague") to describe its recurrent outbreaks of the bubonic plague.
What is Florence?
Which iconic film directed by Ridley Scott was released in the year 2000, starring Russell Crowe as the protagonist?
Gladiator
What creature, with the body of a lion, wings, and the head of a woman, was sent by the goddess Hera to punish those who offended her?
Harpy
What ancient philosopher is known for the saying, "Know thyself"?
Socrates
This phrase, meaning to make something seem more pleasant or acceptable than it actually is.
What is sugar coating?