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100

This basketball player's name means "Little Warrior". I think that is hilarious, given that he is in no way little. 

Who is Shaq?

100

This British invasion band boasts the most Hot 100 No. 1's. Twenty to be exact, between 1964 to 1970.

Who are the Beatles?

100

In 2010, Apple released this game changing piece of technology. I think there are about 8 generations. 

What is the iPad?

200

This team initially drafted Chauncey Billups in 1997. He was then trade to the Raptors in 1998.   

Who are the Boston Celtics?

200

This very annoying, yet catchy, Los Del Rio's song reigned for 14 weeks in 1996. Despite our best efforts, we all danced to it. 

What is Macarena?

200

More than 22 million viewers worldwide tuned in to watch this royal event in 2011. Just like we did for his mom. 

What is the wedding of Kate and William?

300

These two three point specialists are known as the "Splash Brothers". I don't know why, I just read it from the info online. 

Who are Steph Curry and Klay Thompson?

300

During the 90's, this Michael Bolton song led as the first new No. 1. In fact...I don't think I can name another Michael Bolton song. 

What is "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You"?

300

In 2014, more than $115 million was raised for ALS awareness and research during this challenge. It was all over the internet, and plenty of celebrities got in on the game too. 

What is the Ice Bucket challenge?

400
NBA superstar Russell Westbrook led the league in this category in the 2014-105 season. 

What is Points Per Game?

400

Two albums have generated a record five Hot 100 No 1s each. Katy Perry's Teenage Dream in 2010-2011, and this 1987 album by a pop icon. RIP!

What is Michael Jackson's Bad?

400

The South Korean pop superstar Psy created this song; it became the first video in YouTube's history to reach one billion views in 2012. 

What is Gangnam Style?

500

This NBA player was told to "Shut up and dribble" by a Fox employee. The journalist reacted when he was talking politics in a recent interview, at the time.

Who is Lebron James?

500

This King remains the act with the most top 40 Hot 100 Hits. He has had 80; despite his career launch predating the chart's inception. 

Who is Elvis Presley?

500

Still a big aviation mystery, in 2014 this airline lost a plane along with 239 passengers and crew, after they completely vanished during a scheduled flight. 

What is Malaysia Airlines?

600

This Philadelphia 76ers player had the nickname of "The Answer" during the 2005-06 NBA season. 

Who is Allen Iverson?

600

This artist was the youngest soloist to lead the Hot 100. Hint: he was 13 when "Fingertips Pt. 2" ruled for three weeks in August 1963.

Who is Stevie Wonder?

600

At the age of 89, in 2015 this monarch being the longest reigning in the country's history. 

Who is Queen Elizabeth II?

700

This player won the 2016 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. He outlasted Aaron Gordon; I'm sure the Timberwolves were pleased. 

Who is Zach Lavine?

700

This raspy voiced singer set the record as the senior-most artist to command the Hot 100. At age 62 "Hello, Dolly!" topped the chart. 

Who is Louis Armstrong?

700

A royal scandal hit in December 2014 when a court filing alleged that this prominent figure participated in illicit activities with a minor trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein. He has since stepped down from his role. 

Who is Prince Andrew?

800

Steph Curry achieved this goal in 369 games. It wasn't the fastest, Buddy Hield holds the fastest record by hitting the mark in 350 games. 

What is Make 1,000 3 Point Shots?

800

In 2016, this late legend had set the record for the longest Hot 100 entry by run time, with the No. 78-peaking "Blackstar". 

Who is David Bowie?

800

On April 10, 2019, this became one of the biggest space moments in recent history. NASA was able to capture a photo of this bad boy, we lovingly call M87. 

What is a black hole?