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Winter Jeopardy
Snow Day Fun
- 100: What do you call the white, round figure kids build in the yard with three big balls of snow, a carrot nose and coal eyes? — Snowman
- 300: In the Disney film Frozen, what is the name of the talking snowman who loves warm hugs and dreams of summer? — Olaf
- 500: Snowflakes are tiny ice crystals. How many sides or arms does a typical snowflake have? — Six
Icy Science
- 100: What do we call water when it freezes into a solid? — Ice
- 300: Ice floats on water. This is because ice is less what than liquid water? — Dense (heavier per amount; lighter)
- 500: Spreading salt on icy roads helps melt the ice. Salt does this by doing what to the freezing point of water? — Lowering it
Winter Animals
- 100: Which black-and-white bird that cannot fly lives in Antarctica and waddles across the ice? — Penguin
- 300: Some animals, like bears and hedgehogs, sleep through much of the winter to save energy. What is this long winter sleep called? — Hibernation
- 500: Which Arctic animal, a whale with a long spiral tusk, is often nicknamed the 'unicorn of the sea'? — Narwhal
Cold Weather Sports
- 100: In which winter sport do people glide down snowy mountains on two long, thin boards attached to their boots? — Skiing
- 300: In curling, players slide heavy granite stones across the ice while teammates sweep in front of them. What household item does the sweeping tool look like? — A broom (brush)
- 500: Which winter sport combines cross-country skiing with shooting a rifle at targets? — Biathlon
Who Am I? Winter Edition
- 100: Who am I? I am made of three big snowballs stacked up. I have a carrot nose and two coal eyes. I melt when spring comes. — A snowman
- 300: Who am I? I am a bird that cannot fly but swims very fast. I live in Antarctica. I waddle on the ice, and dad penguins keep eggs warm on their feet. — Penguin (Emperor penguin)
- 500: Who am I? I am a sled-dog team driver's helper... no, a cold place: I am the continent around the South Pole. I hold most of the world's ice and have no countries. Penguins live on me. — Antarctica
Hanukkah Jeopardy
Maccabee History
- 100: Which Jewish holiday celebrates the Maccabees' victory and the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem? — Hanukkah (Chanukah)
- 300: According to tradition, the Temple's menorah had only enough pure oil for one day but burned for how many days? — Eight
- 500: Which Seleucid king, who banned Jewish religious practices and desecrated the Temple, provoked the Maccabean revolt around 167 BCE? — Antiochus IV Epiphanes
Menorah Matters
- 100: Hanukkah is often called the Festival of what, which is celebrated by lighting candles for eight nights? — Lights
- 300: According to tradition, a small amount of this substance meant for the Temple menorah, enough for one day, burned for eight days. — Oil (olive oil)
- 500: Hanukkah falls in the winter month of Kislev in which calendar, which is used to set the dates of Jewish holidays and is based on both the moon and the sun? — The Hebrew (Jewish) calendar
Dreidel Fun
- 100: How many sides does a traditional dreidel have? — Four
- 300: The four Hebrew letters on a dreidel stand for a phrase in Hebrew. In English, what does the phrase say happened 'there'? — A great miracle happened there
- 500: In Israel, the dreidel's fourth letter is Pe instead of Shin. What Hebrew word does Pe stand for, completing the phrase 'A great miracle happened here'? — Po (here)
Festive Foods
- 100: Crispy fried potato pancakes, often served with applesauce or sour cream, are a classic food at Hanukkah. What are they called in Yiddish? — Latkes
- 300: In Israel, a popular Hanukkah treat is a deep-fried, jam-filled doughnut. What is its Hebrew name? — Sufganiyot (sufganiyah)
- 500: Some Hanukkah traditions feature dairy foods such as cheese latkes, linked to the story of which heroine who fed a enemy general salty cheese and wine? — Judith
True or False
- 100: True or false: Hanukkah is celebrated for eight nights. — True – it lasts eight nights and days
- 300: True or false: Giving small amounts of money called gelt is a traditional Hanukkah custom, and chocolate versions are popular with children. — True – gelt means money in Yiddish
- 500: True or false: The word Hanukkah means "dedication" in Hebrew, referring to the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem. — True – the Temple was rededicated in 164 BCE
Thanksgiving Jeopardy for Kids
The First Thanksgiving
- 100: The first Thanksgiving was shared by the Pilgrims and a Native American people. What is the name of this group, whose name is also part of 'Wampanoag'? Hint: they were the Native Americans who helped the Pilgrims. — Wampanoag
- 300: A Native American man named Squanto helped the Pilgrims survive by teaching them how to plant which grain, using fish as fertilizer? — Corn (maize)
- 500: The Pilgrims' harvest feast in 1621 reportedly lasted this many days. Was it one day, three days, or ten days? — Three days
Terrific Turkeys
- 100: True or false: A turkey is a type of bird. — True – it is a large bird
- 300: True or false: Only male turkeys, called toms, make the "gobble" sound. — True – females (hens) make clucking and clicking sounds instead
- 500: True or false: A male turkey's fleshy red flap that hangs over its beak is called a snood. — True – the snood hangs over the beak, and the wattle hangs under the chin
Parade Time
- 100: Giant balloons of cartoon characters float above the streets in this department store's famous Thanksgiving Day parade. Which store? — Macy's
- 300: Which jolly man in a red suit traditionally comes last in the Macy's parade, officially starting the Christmas season? — Santa Claus
- 500: In what year did the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade first take place: 1904, 1924, or 1954? Live animals from the Central Park Zoo marched in it. — 1924
Feast Foods
- 100: This orange vegetable is carved into jack-o'-lanterns at Halloween, but its sweet, creamy filling is also baked into a famous Thanksgiving dessert pie. What is it? — Pumpkin
- 300: Mashed ones of these are a favorite side dish at Thanksgiving, and they are also what French fries are made from. What vegetable is it? — Potatoes
- 500: Thanksgiving is also celebrated in Canada, but on a different month than in the U.S. In which month do Canadians celebrate it? — October
Being Thankful
- 100: What two little words do you say to someone after they give you a present or help you out? — Thank you
- 300: Many families go around the table at Thanksgiving dinner and say what they are grateful for. What is this kind of thankful list called when you write it in a notebook every day? — A gratitude journal (gratitude list)
- 500: Which US president, in 1863 during the Civil War, declared Thanksgiving a national holiday to be held on the last Thursday of November? — Abraham Lincoln
Halloween Jeopardy for Kids
Costume Party
- 100: Kids often wear a pointy black hat and ride a broomstick to dress up as this spooky female character. — A witch
- 300: A child dressed in bandages from head to toe is wearing the costume of which ancient Egyptian monster? — A mummy
- 500: In a costume of this pirate captain from Peter Pan, you would wear a big hat and a hook on your hand. What is his name? — Captain Hook
Pumpkin Patch
- 100: What do people carve a scary or funny face into for Halloween, often placing a candle inside? — A pumpkin (jack-o'-lantern)
- 300: What do you call the small flat objects inside a pumpkin that you can roast and eat as a snack? — Seeds (pumpkin seeds)
- 500: Pumpkins grow on a long, twisting plant. What is this type of plant called: a vine, a tree or a bush? — A vine
Candy Corner
- 100: When kids go door to door on Halloween shouting "Trick or...", what word finishes the phrase? — Treat
- 300: Which small, colorful chewy candy is sold in a bag with the slogan "Taste the rainbow"? — Skittles
- 500: Which candy ingredient, made from cacao beans, is used in a Hershey's bar and in a Kit Kat's coating? — Chocolate
Friendly Monsters
- 100: I am a big, furry blue monster who loves cookies. I live on Sesame Street and I say "Me want cookie!" Who am I? — Cookie Monster
- 300: I am a huge, furry creature with big ears and a wide grin. I ride a bus that is really a cat. In a film by Studio Ghibli, I am a forest spirit. Who am I? — Totoro
- 500: I am a small, round green monster with one big eye and a wide smile. I work at Monsters, Inc. and I'm Sulley's best friend. I have a girlfriend named Celia. Who am I? — Mike Wazowski
Cartoon Spooktacular
- 100: In the cartoon Scooby-Doo, what type of animal is Scooby? — A dog (Great Dane)
- 300: In the Disney Channel movie and cartoon franchise, which 'Hotel' is run by Dracula and is a place where monsters can relax on vacation? — Hotel Transylvania
- 500: In the cartoon 'Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!', what is the name of the group's van? — The Mystery Machine
Christmas Music Jeopardy
Who Sang It?
- 100: Which pop diva released the 1994 holiday hit "All I Want for Christmas Is You"? — Mariah Carey
- 300: Which British band, fronted by Noddy Holder, recorded the 1973 glam-rock hit "Merry Xmas Everybody"? — Slade
- 500: Which Pogues singer duetted with Kirsty MacColl on "Fairytale of New York"? — Shane MacGowan
Holiday Albums
- 100: Which Canadian singer released the 2011 Christmas album simply titled 'Christmas', featuring a duet with Mariah Carey on 'All I Want for Christmas Is You'? Hint: his first name is a famous Michael. — Michael Bublé
- 300: Which 1957 Christmas album by Elvis Presley shares its title with the festive season and features 'Blue Christmas'? — Elvis' Christmas Album
- 500: Which 1994 album by Mariah Carey, containing 'All I Want for Christmas Is You', is her first holiday album and carries a two-word title? — Merry Christmas
Carol History
- 100: Often sung at Christmas, which carol, originally from Austria, is known in German as 'Stille Nacht'? — Silent Night
- 300: Which 19th-century author's 1843 novella helped revive interest in carols and Christmas traditions, with carolers even appearing in its pages? — Charles Dickens (A Christmas Carol)
- 500: Which 1871 book by John Stainer and Henry Bramley helped popularize carols such as 'The First Nowell' and 'God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen' in Victorian England? — Christmas Carols New and Old
Name That Year
- 100: Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" was first released in which year, the same year as her album Merry Christmas? — 1994
- 300: The charity single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" by Band Aid, organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, topped the UK charts in which year? — 1984
- 500: Phil Spector produced the classic album A Christmas Gift for You, featuring The Ronettes and Darlene Love, and it was released on the day President Kennedy was assassinated. Which year? — 1963
Song Title Trivia
- 100: Which reindeer, whose song title describes his glowing facial feature, leads Santa's sleigh on a foggy Christmas Eve? — Rudolph (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
- 300: Which Christmas song, written by Irving Berlin, was famously recorded by Bing Crosby and is often cited as the best-selling single of all time? — White Christmas
- 500: Which 1994 Mariah Carey Christmas song, co-written with Walter Afanasieff, has a title that states what the singer wants from a loved one at Christmas? — All I Want for Christmas Is You
Christmas Around the World Jeopardy
Festive Feasts
- 100: In the US and Canada, which large bird is traditionally the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving dinner? — Turkey
- 300: In Italy, which dome-shaped sweet bread from Milan, containing candied fruit and raisins, is a classic Christmas cake? — Panettone
- 500: On Christmas Eve in Poland, the Wigilia supper traditionally begins with sharing which thin wafer, blessed and broken between family members? — Opłatek
Holiday Traditions
- 100: In the song 'The Twelve Days of Christmas', what does the true love give on the first day? — A partridge in a pear tree
- 300: In Germany and Austria, which fierce, horned companion of St. Nicholas punishes naughty children on December 5th, often carrying chains and a bundle of twigs? — Krampus
- 500: In Iceland, 13 mischievous characters who visit children in the days before Christmas are known by what name? — The Yule Lads (Jólasveinar)
Gift Bringers
- 100: I am a jolly figure with a white beard and a red suit. I live at the North Pole and travel by reindeer-drawn sleigh. Who am I? — Santa Claus (Father Christmas)
- 300: Children in the Netherlands put out a shoe with a carrot for my horse. I wear a bishop's robe and arrive by steamboat from Spain around December 5th. Who am I? — Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas)
- 500: I am a Spanish-speaking Christmas gift bringers' trio. I arrive on January 6th, led by a star. Children leave shoes and straw for my camels. Who are we? — The Three Kings (Three Wise Men, Los Reyes Magos)
Merry Christmas Abroad
- 100: In Spanish-speaking countries, what two-word phrase is used to say 'Merry Christmas'? — Feliz Navidad
- 300: In Mexico, a nine-night series of Christmas processions and parties re-enacting Mary and Joseph's search for lodging is called what? — Las Posadas
- 500: In the Philippines, which type of star-shaped, brightly lit lantern is the iconic Christmas decoration, whose name comes from the Tagalog word for 'star'? — Parol
Winter Celebrations
- 100: In Spanish-speaking countries, what two-word phrase is used to wish someone a Merry Christmas? — Feliz Navidad
- 300: Kwanzaa, celebrated from December 26 to January 1, was created in the 1960s in which country? — United States
- 500: In Japan, a bucket of fried chicken from which restaurant chain has become a popular Christmas meal since a 1970s marketing campaign? — KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)
Office Christmas Party Jeopardy
Holidays Around the World
- 100: In which country is the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos), famous for colorful sugar skulls and marigolds, most closely associated? — Mexico
- 300: Which Scottish celebration on December 31 is known for the song 'Auld Lang Syne' and the custom of 'first-footing'? — Hogmanay
- 500: Celebrated in Sweden on December 13, which festival features a procession of children led by a girl wearing a crown of candles? — St. Lucia's Day (Santa Lucia, Lucia)
Festive Feasts
- 100: Which bird is the traditional centrepiece of an American Thanksgiving dinner and a common choice for Christmas dinner in the UK? — Turkey
- 300: In the UK, what is the name of the festive paper tube that snaps when pulled apart and contains a paper hat, a joke and a small toy? — Christmas cracker
- 500: Which Italian sweet yeast bread, tall and domed with candied fruit and raisins, is a traditional Christmas treat from Milan? — Panettone
Holiday Movie Magic
- 100: In the 1990 comedy Home Alone, which young actor plays Kevin McCallister, the boy accidentally left behind when his family goes on vacation? — Macaulay Culkin
- 300: In the 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life, which actor plays George Bailey, the man shown what his town would be like if he had never been born? — James Stewart (Jimmy Stewart)
- 500: In the 1964 stop-motion TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, which character dreams of being a dentist rather than an elf toy-maker? — Hermey
Winter Songs
- 100: Complete the title of this holiday classic: "Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Jingle all the..." — Way
- 300: Which singer's 1994 hit "All I Want for Christmas Is You" became a seasonal chart fixture every December? — Mariah Carey
- 500: The 1984 charity single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" was released under which group name, assembled by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure? — Band Aid
Fact or Festive Fiction
- 100: True or false: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is traditionally said to pull Santa's sleigh at the front, guiding the way with his glowing nose. — True – in the story, his glowing nose leads the sleigh through foggy weather
- 300: True or false: The tradition of the Christmas tree as we know it, decorated indoors, is generally traced back to Germany. — True – it developed in Germany and spread widely in the 19th century
- 500: True or false: The Christmas cracker, the festive paper tube that snaps open, was invented in London by a confectioner who originally sold sugared almonds wrapped in twists of paper. — True – Tom Smith invented crackers in the 1840s, adding the snap after hearing a log crackle on the fire
Christmas Jeopardy for Kids
Santa Claus
- 100: What color is Santa Claus's suit? — Red
- 300: What does Santa shout at the end of his famous laugh: 'Ho, ho, ...'? — Ho
- 500: Santa Claus is based on a real 4th-century bishop who helped the poor. What was his name? — Saint Nicholas
Reindeer and Elves
- 100: In the famous song, which reindeer has a very shiny red nose that guides Santa's sleigh? — Rudolph
- 300: Reindeer are found in the wild in Arctic regions. In North America, what is another name for wild reindeer? — Caribou
- 500: In the poem 'A Visit from St. Nicholas', two of Santa's reindeer have names meaning thunder and lightning in German-influenced form. Name one of them. — Donner (Donder) or Blitzen
Christmas Cartoons
- 100: In the cartoon Frosty the Snowman, what magical item placed on his head brings the snowman to life? — A hat (magic silk hat)
- 300: In the animated film The Grinch, which mountain does the green grump live on, looking down on the town of Whoville? — Mount Crumpit
- 500: In the 1964 stop-motion TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, what is the name of the elf who dreams of being a dentist instead of making toys? — Hermey (Herbie)
Winter Wonderland
- 100: What do children roll together in three big balls and stack up to make a figure with a carrot nose in the snow? — A snowman
- 300: Which animal, found in the Arctic and Antarctic regions, is famous for living on ice: the polar bear or the penguin? Name the one that lives at the South Pole. — The penguin
- 500: Snowflakes always have the same number of arms. How many arms does a typical snowflake have? — Six
Who Am I?
- 100: I am something you hang on a tree. I am round and shiny, and I come in many colors. People hang me on a Christmas tree to make it pretty. Who am I? — A bauble (Christmas ornament)
- 300: I am a dessert shaped like a log. I am made of sponge cake and chocolate cream, and I am sometimes eaten at Christmas in France. What am I? — Yule log (bûche de Noël)
- 500: I am a Christmas ballet with music by Tchaikovsky. I tell of a girl named Clara and a toy soldier who fights the Mouse King. My name is also a kind of nut-cracking tool. What am I? — The Nutcracker
Christmas Movie Jeopardy
Home Alone Hijinks
- 100: What is the first name of the 8-year-old boy who is accidentally left behind when his family flies to Paris for Christmas? — Kevin
- 300: In Home Alone, what nickname do the two bumbling burglars go by in the news, played by Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern? — The Wet Bandits
- 500: Which composer wrote the music for the first two Home Alone films, including the song 'Somewhere in My Memory'? — John Williams
Elf and Friends
- 100: Which comedian plays Buddy, a human raised by Santa's elves, in the 2003 film Elf? — Will Ferrell
- 300: In Elf, what is the name of Buddy's biological father, who is on the Naughty List and works at a children's book publisher? — Walter Hobbs
- 500: In Elf, what is the name of the department store where Buddy gets a job, famously with a Santa who turns out to be fake? — Gimbels
Animated Holiday Magic
- 100: In the 1964 stop-motion TV special, which reindeer with a glowing nose is mocked by the others until Santa needs him on a foggy night? — Rudolph
- 300: In the 2004 animated film The Polar Express, which mode of transport takes children to the North Pole? — A train
- 500: Which 2011 British animated Christmas film from Aardman follows Santa's son Arthur, who delivers a missed gift to a child by sleigh and bicycle? — Arthur Christmas
Classic Christmas Films
- 100: In the 1946 film directed by Frank Capra, which angel gets his wings after saving George Bailey from despair in Bedford Falls? — Clarence (Clarence Odbody)
- 300: In the 1947 film Miracle on 34th Street, which department store employs Kris Kringle as its Santa Claus? — Macy's
- 500: In the 1964 Rankin/Bass special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, what is the name of the prospector who travels with Rudolph and Hermey the elf? — Yukon Cornelius
Who Am I? Holiday Edition
- 100: I am a green creature who lives on Mount Crumpit. My heart is two sizes too small, and I disguise myself as Santa to steal Christmas from the Whos down in Whoville. Who am I? — The Grinch
- 300: I am an eight-year-old boy left behind when my family flies to Paris. I defend my Chicago house with paint cans and tar-covered stairs against the Wet Bandits. Who am I? — Kevin McCallister
- 500: I am a stop-motion character from a 1964 TV special. I am a reindeer outcast with a glowing nose. I team up with Hermey, an elf who wants to be a dentist. Which character am I, whom the Abominable Snow Monster threatens? — Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Rudolph)
Earth Day Jeopardy
Recycling Rules
- 100: Old newspapers, cardboard boxes and school worksheets all go into the recycling bin to be turned into new sheets of what material? — Paper
- 300: Old vegetable peelings and fruit scraps can be turned into rich soil for gardens. What is this natural recycling process called? — Composting
- 500: Which metal, used to make drink cans, can be recycled again and again without losing quality and saves about 95% of the energy needed to make it new? — Aluminium (aluminum)
Amazing Animals
- 100: Which huge gray animal, the largest land animal on Earth, uses its long trunk to drink and spray water? — Elephant
- 300: Bees are important for nature because they carry pollen from flower to flower. What is this job called? — Pollination
- 500: Coral reefs are home to countless sea animals. What happens to corals when warming oceans make them lose their colorful algae and turn white? — Coral bleaching
Weather and Climate
- 100: What do we call the frozen raindrops that fall from the sky in winter and let you build a snowman? — Snow
- 300: What is the name for the gas, like carbon dioxide, that traps heat in Earth's atmosphere and makes the planet warmer? — Greenhouse gas (greenhouse gases)
- 500: What name is given to a violent, spinning column of air that touches the ground and is common in the American Midwest's 'Tornado Alley'? — Tornado (twister)
Planet Protectors
- 100: What color is the bin or symbol usually associated with 'going green' and caring for the environment? It's also the color of most leaves. — Green
- 300: Energy from the sun, wind and water that never runs out is called what kind of energy? — Renewable energy
- 500: Swedish teenager who started school strikes for climate outside her country's parliament in 2018, inspiring young people worldwide? — Greta Thunberg
Nature Fact or Fib
- 100: True or false: Plants need sunlight to make their own food. — True – they use sunlight in photosynthesis
- 300: True or false: Bees are only useful because they make honey, not because of plants. — False – bees also pollinate flowers and crops
- 500: True or false: Coral reefs cover about half of the ocean floor. — False – they cover less than 1%, but support a huge amount of sea life
Bridal Shower Jeopardy
Wedding Traditions
- 100: After the ceremony, guests traditionally throw this small paper or rice-like item over the newlyweds as they leave. Name the paper version often used today. — Confetti
- 300: At a wedding reception, the newlyweds traditionally make a ceremonial first cut of this dessert together. — The wedding cake
- 500: Which Victorian-era queen popularized the white wedding dress when she married Prince Albert in 1840? — Queen Victoria
Love Song Lyrics
- 100: Complete the Beatles lyric: "All you need is ..." — Love
- 300: Ed Sheeran's 2017 wedding-dance favourite says "I'm in love with the shape of you" in one song, but in which song does he sing "Darling, I will be loving you 'til we're 70"? — Thinking Out Loud
- 500: Which Etta James classic, a popular first-dance song, begins "At last, my love has come along"? Name the title's first word and the full title. — At Last
Famous Couples
- 100: In the Disney film of the same name, which Princess falls in love with a Beast who lives in an enchanted castle? — Belle
- 300: Which famous Egyptian queen had a love affair with the Roman general Mark Antony? — Cleopatra
- 500: Which French emperor divorced Josephine in 1810 because she could not give him an heir, and then married Marie Louise of Austria? — Napoleon Bonaparte (Napoleon I)
Who Am I? Romance Edition
- 100: I am a winged child with a bow and arrows. I am the Roman god of love, and my Greek counterpart is Eros. My day falls on February 14th. Who am I? — Cupid (Eros)
- 300: I am a tradition at weddings: the bride turns her back and throws me into a crowd of single guests. I am made of flowers, and whoever catches me is said to marry next. What am I? — The bouquet (bridal bouquet)
- 500: I was a Trojan prince who took a Spartan queen to Troy. Her beauty launched a thousand ships, according to Marlowe. My abduction of her started a ten-year war. Who am I? — Paris
Gowns, Rings & Flowers
- 100: On which finger of the left hand is a wedding ring traditionally worn in the United States and the UK? — The ring finger (fourth finger)
- 300: Which precious stone is most traditionally set in an engagement ring and is famously described as 'a girl's best friend'? — Diamond
- 500: Which designer created Kate Middleton's 2011 lace wedding dress, for her marriage to Prince William at Westminster Abbey, as creative director of Alexander McQueen? — Sarah Burton
Baby Shower Jeopardy
Baby Animal Kingdom
- 100: What is a baby dog called? — Puppy (pup)
- 300: A tadpole is the young form of which type of animal? — Frog (or toad)
- 500: What is the term for a baby swan, which the Hans Christian Andersen tale 'The Ugly Duckling' famously features growing into one? — Cygnet
Famous Babies
- 100: In the Christian Nativity story, in what town was baby Jesus born? — Bethlehem
- 300: In the animated TV series 'The Simpsons', what is the name of the family's youngest child, who always has a pacifier? — Maggie
- 500: In ancient Roman legend, which twin brothers were abandoned as babies and nursed by a she-wolf? — Romulus and Remus
Parenting Pandemonium
- 100: What do you call the rubber or silicone object a baby sucks on to help them calm down, often attached to a clip or ribbon? — Pacifier (dummy, soother)
- 300: Roughly how many months does a typical human pregnancy last: 6, 9 or 12? — 9
- 500: Which famous Italian educator, born in 1870, developed a child-centered teaching method for young children that is still used in schools named after her? — Maria Montessori
Who Am I? Famous Tots
- 100: I am a baby in a green-and-white outfit with a pacifier. I'm a chubby infant who sucks on a dummy and sleeps in a cot. I'm also the name for a baby bed on rockers. Who am I? Answer is a thing: I rock when you push me. — Cradle
- 300: I am a Disney character. I was born a fawn in a forest, my best friends are Thumper and Flower, and my father is the Great Prince of the Forest. Who am I? — Bambi
- 500: I am a baby who was found floating in a basket among the reeds of the Nile. I was raised in a royal household, and later led the Israelites out of Egypt. Who am I? — Moses
Nursery Rhymes & Lullabies
- 100: In the nursery rhyme, what kind of animal had a little lamb's fleece 'white as snow' and followed Mary to school? — A lamb (Mary's little lamb)
- 300: In 'Baa, Baa, Black Sheep', how many bags of wool does the sheep have? — Three
- 500: In the rhyme 'Hush, Little Baby', what does Papa promise to buy first, before the diamond ring? — A mockingbird
Nursing Jeopardy
Anatomy Essentials
- 100: Which organ, located in the upper right abdomen, is the body's largest internal organ and produces bile? — Liver
- 300: Which heart valve, also called the mitral valve, lies between the left atrium and left ventricle? — Bicuspid valve (mitral valve)
- 500: Which small bone in the wrist, shaped like a boat, is the carpal bone most commonly fractured? — Scaphoid
Pharmacology Basics
- 100: Which common over-the-counter painkiller, also called acetaminophen in the US, can cause severe liver damage in overdose? — Paracetamol (acetaminophen)
- 300: Which drug is the standard antidote for an opioid overdose, reversing respiratory depression? — Naloxone (Narcan)
- 500: In pharmacokinetics, what term describes the metabolism of an orally taken drug by the liver before it reaches systemic circulation, reducing its bioavailability? — First-pass effect (first-pass metabolism)
Vital Signs
- 100: In a healthy resting adult, a heart rate between 60 and 100 of these per minute is considered normal. What are the units? — Beats (heartbeats)
- 300: A normal adult resting respiratory rate falls in which range of breaths per minute? — 12 to 20
- 500: Cheyne-Stokes respiration is characterized by a cycle of deepening and shallowing breaths alternating with what? — Apnea (pauses in breathing)
Patient Care Priorities
- 100: In emergency care, what three-letter acronym gives the order of priority assessment: Airway, Breathing, and what? — Circulation (ABC)
- 300: According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which level must nurses address first, before safety or love and belonging? — Physiological needs
- 500: In the START triage method for adults, a patient who cannot walk and breathes at over 30 breaths per minute is tagged with which color? — Red (Immediate)
Nursing Myths: True or False
- 100: True or false: Cracking your knuckles regularly is proven to cause arthritis in the fingers. — False – studies have found no link between knuckle cracking and arthritis
- 300: True or false: Fever should always be brought down immediately with medication because the fever itself is what damages the body. — False – fever is a defense response; treatment is mainly for comfort or in high-risk patients
- 500: True or false: Florence Nightingale's statistical diagrams, which showed that most Crimean War deaths came from disease, used a form of pie chart called a polar area diagram. — True – her "coxcomb" diagrams are polar area charts
Health Jeopardy
Food and Nutrition
- 100: Which citrus fruit is famous for being rich in vitamin C and was once carried on ships to prevent scurvy? — Lime (also accepted: lemon, orange)
- 300: Which nutrient, made of amino acids, is the main building block for muscles and is found in eggs, meat, and beans? — Protein
- 500: Lack of which vitamin, also called thiamine, causes the disease beriberi, historically common where polished white rice was the staple food? — Vitamin B1 (thiamine)
Get Moving
- 100: What piece of equipment with two wheels and pedals do you ride to get around without a motor? — A bicycle (bike)
- 300: Which muscle, located in the chest, is the one you cannot consciously stop from working, and which beats faster during exercise? — The heart (cardiac muscle)
- 500: Which long-distance running event, about 26.2 miles (42.195 km), is named after a legendary run from a battlefield to Athens? — The marathon
Amazing Human Body
- 100: Which organ in your chest pumps blood around your body? — The heart
- 300: Which blood cells, containing the protein haemoglobin, carry oxygen around the body? — Red blood cells (erythrocytes)
- 500: Which part of the brain, located at the back beneath the cerebrum, is chiefly responsible for balance and coordination of movement? — The cerebellum
Healthy Habits
- 100: Dentists recommend doing this to your teeth at least twice a day with a brush and fluoride toothpaste. What is this habit called? — Brushing your teeth
- 300: Doctors advise washing your hands with soap for about how many seconds, roughly the time it takes to sing 'Happy Birthday' twice? — 20 seconds
- 500: During which stage of sleep, marked by rapid eye movements, do most vivid dreams occur? Give the abbreviation or the full name. — REM sleep (Rapid Eye Movement)
Health Myth or Fact
- 100: True or false: Going outside in cold weather with wet hair is what directly gives you a cold. — False – colds are caused by viruses, not by cold temperatures or wet hair
- 300: True or false: Sugar makes children hyperactive. — False – controlled studies have found no link between sugar and hyperactivity
- 500: True or false: Humans lose most of their body heat through the head, far more than through other body parts. — False – heat loss is roughly proportional to the exposed area; the head is only about 7-10%
Workplace Safety Jeopardy
Fire Safety
- 100: What colour is a typical fire extinguisher, or at least its main body, in the US and most of the world? — Red
- 300: If your clothes catch fire, the safety advice is 'Stop, Drop and' do what? — Roll
- 500: In the PASS technique for using a fire extinguisher, what does the first S stand for? — Squeeze (the handle or lever)
First Aid Essentials
- 100: What do you typically put on a small cut to cover it and keep it clean, often sold in boxes with a cartoon character on them? — A bandage (Band-Aid, plaster, adhesive bandage)
- 300: For a minor burn, what should you hold the burned skin under for around 10 to 20 minutes? — Cool running water
- 500: What is the name of the emergency procedure for a choking adult that uses abdominal thrusts, named after the American doctor who described it in 1974? — Heimlich maneuver
Ergonomics at Work
- 100: Sitting for long hours at a desk is easier on your back if you use a chair with good support for which part of the body, located between your shoulders and hips? — The back (lower back, lumbar support)
- 300: To rest your eyes during long screen work, experts suggest regularly looking at something far away. What is the name of this common rule, based on a number of minutes (20-20-20)? — The 20-20-20 rule
- 500: Ergonomically, the top of your computer monitor should be roughly at which level in relation to your eyes? — At or slightly below eye level
Spot the Hazard
- 100: You spot a puddle of water on the floor of a busy corridor. Which yellow sign should be placed next to it to warn people? — Wet floor sign
- 300: What color is the background of a standard warning sign, such as for 'Danger: high voltage', in most countries: yellow, green, or blue? — Yellow
- 500: A plug adapter with several extension leads plugged into each other is a classic fire hazard. What term describes connecting multiple power strips in a chain? — Daisy chaining
Safety Myth or Fact
- 100: True or false: You should never run with scissors in your hand. — True – you could trip and seriously injure yourself or others
- 300: True or false: Carrying a heavy box is safest when you bend at the waist and keep your legs straight. — False – bend your knees and keep your back straight
- 500: True or false: If a fire alarm sounds at work, you should take the lift (elevator) to get out quickly. — False – use the stairs, because lifts can fail or stop at the fire floor during a fire
Team Building Jeopardy
Office Life
- 100: What do you call the meeting-room device that projects slides onto a screen or wall, essential for any PowerPoint presentation? — Projector
- 300: What does the abbreviation 'CC' stand for in an email, as in 'CC your manager'? — Carbon copy
- 500: Which company introduced the Post-it Note to the market, after a researcher's weak adhesive was reused by a colleague to mark pages in a hymn book? — 3M
Food & Drink
- 100: Which fruit is traditionally used to make guacamole? — Avocado
- 300: Which spice, made from the dried stigmas of a crocus flower, is the most expensive by weight in the world? — Saffron
- 500: In which country did the cocktail known as the Caipirinha, made with cachaça, lime and sugar, originate? — Brazil
Around the World
- 100: In which European city would you find the Eiffel Tower? — Paris
- 300: The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Atlantic Ocean with which sea? — The Mediterranean Sea (Mediterranean)
- 500: Which is the only country in the world that lies entirely within the borders of another country and is surrounded by South Africa? — Lesotho
Pop Culture Hits
- 100: Which pop superstar's 'Eras Tour' became a record-breaking global concert phenomenon and concert film from 2023? — Taylor Swift
- 300: Which TV sitcom features the coffee house Central Perk, where six friends in New York City regularly hang out? — Friends
- 500: Which 1982 Michael Jackson album, the best-selling album of all time, contains 'Billie Jean', 'Beat It' and the title track? — Thriller
Fact or Fiction
- 100: True or false: Lightning never strikes the same place twice. — False – it often does, e.g. the Empire State Building is hit about 20 times a year
- 300: True or false: Bananas are technically berries, but strawberries are not. — True – botanically, bananas qualify as berries and strawberries do not
- 500: True or false: Oxford University is older than the Aztec Empire's founding city of Tenochtitlan. — True – Oxford teaching dates to about 1096, Tenochtitlan was founded in 1325
Family Game Night Jeopardy
Animal Kingdom
- 100: Which animal, known as the 'King of the Jungle', has males with a large mane? — Lion
- 300: Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight. What do bats use to navigate and find insects in the dark? — Echolocation (sonar)
- 500: Which is the largest living species of bird by weight and height, which cannot fly and lives in Africa? — Ostrich
Movies & Cartoons
- 100: In Disney's Frozen, which snowman, built by Elsa, loves warm hugs and dreams of summer? — Olaf
- 300: In the Toy Story films, what is the name of the cowboy doll who is Andy's favorite toy? — Woody
- 500: In The Wizard of Oz (1939), what is the name of the road Dorothy follows to reach the Emerald City? — The Yellow Brick Road
Food & Snacks
- 100: What yellow curved fruit is famously loved by monkeys and often comes in a bunch? — Banana
- 300: Which sweet food do bees make from flower nectar? — Honey
- 500: Which East Asian dish of vinegared rice, often served with raw fish or seaweed, originated in Japan? — Sushi
Around the World
- 100: In which country would you find the Eiffel Tower? — France
- 300: Which river, the longest in Egypt, flows north through Cairo into the Mediterranean Sea? — The Nile
- 500: Which country has the city of Timbuktu, a historic trading town on the edge of the Sahara? — Mali
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a person. I wear a red suit and a white beard. I live at the North Pole and I deliver presents on December 24th with the help of reindeer. Who am I? — Santa Claus (Father Christmas)
- 300: I am a person. I was an English playwright born in Stratford-upon-Avon. I wrote Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet. My theatre in London was called the Globe. Who am I? — William Shakespeare
- 500: I am a person. I was born in Ulm, Germany, in 1879. I won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921 for explaining the photoelectric effect. I am famous for E = mc². Who am I? — Albert Einstein
Kids Jeopardy
Amazing Animals
- 100: Which big African animal has a long trunk and large floppy ears? — Elephant
- 300: Which sea animal has eight arms and can squirt ink to escape enemies? — Octopus
- 500: What is the name for animals that eat only plants, like cows and rabbits? — Herbivores
Space and Planets
- 100: What is the name of the big glowing star at the center of our solar system that gives us light and heat? — The Sun
- 300: Which planet is known as the Red Planet because of its rusty, reddish dust? — Mars
- 500: Jupiter has a giant storm that has been seen for hundreds of years. What is it called? — The Great Red Spot
Food Around the World
- 100: Which Italian food, often topped with cheese and tomato sauce, is baked in a round shape and cut into slices? — Pizza
- 300: Tacos and burritos come from which country, south of the United States? — Mexico
- 500: Which plant's seeds, called beans, are roasted and ground to make chocolate, a treat first enjoyed by the Maya and Aztecs? — Cacao (cocoa) tree
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a famous cartoon character with big round ears and red shorts. I live in a Disney park and I have a girlfriend called Minnie. Who am I? — Mickey Mouse
- 300: I am a yellow-skinned cartoon boy with spiky hair. I live in Springfield with my dad Homer and my sister Lisa. I often say "Eat my shorts!" Who am I? — Bart Simpson
- 500: I was a scientist born in Germany in 1879. I developed the theory of relativity. I have wild white hair and a big moustache, and my famous formula is E=mc². Who am I? — Albert Einstein
Maps and Landmarks
- 100: Which huge tower in Paris, France, is made of iron and is one of the most famous landmarks in the world? — The Eiffel Tower
- 300: Which long wall, built to protect an ancient empire, stretches across northern China and is a famous tourist attraction? — The Great Wall of China
- 500: On a map, which imaginary line at 0 degrees latitude divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres? — The Equator
Animal Jeopardy
Wild Safari
- 100: Which big African animal has a long trunk and large floppy ears? — Elephant
- 300: Which big cat is called the 'King of the Jungle', even though it lives mostly in grasslands? — Lion
- 500: What is the name of the group of animals that includes lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalo, known as Africa's 'Big ___'? — Big Five
Pet Corner
- 100: What do you call a baby dog? — Puppy (pup)
- 300: What is the name of the orange pet fish who gets lost and is found by Marlin in a famous Pixar film? — Nemo
- 500: Guinea pigs are originally from which continent, where people first kept them as pets and food? — South America
Record Breakers
- 100: Which animal holds the record as the tallest animal in the world, thanks to its extremely long neck? — Giraffe
- 300: Which is the fastest land animal, able to sprint at about 100 kilometres per hour (60 mph)? — Cheetah
- 500: Which bird is the fastest animal in the world, reaching over 300 km/h (180 mph) when it dives down to catch prey? — Peregrine falcon
Home Sweet Habitat
- 100: What do we call the little house where a dog sleeps in the garden? — Kennel (doghouse)
- 300: What is the name for a beaver's home, built from sticks and mud in the middle of a pond? — Lodge
- 500: What name is given to a habitat of tall trees and heavy rainfall near the equator, such as the Amazon, which is home to jaguars and sloths? — Tropical rainforest (rainforest)
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a famous cartoon animal. I live in a pond or a swamp, I have a long sticky tongue, and I'm best known as a green puppet who sings "It's not easy being green." Who am I? — Kermit the Frog (a frog)
- 300: I am a baby animal. I grow up in my mother's pouch, I hop everywhere when I'm older, and I come from Australia. I'm a young version of a kangaroo. What am I called? — Joey
- 500: I am a huge animal and the largest living thing that ever existed. I'm a mammal, not a fish, I breathe air through a blowhole, and I live in the ocean. I'm a blue what? — Blue whale
Food Jeopardy
Pasta, Pizza & Beyond
- 100: Which Italian city gave its name to the pizza topped with tomato, mozzarella and basil, famously named after a queen? The city is also the home of the pizza's origin. — Naples (Napoli)
- 300: Which hard, salty Italian cheese, often grated over pasta, is aged for a year or more and comes from the Emilia-Romagna region? — Parmesan (Parmigiano-Reggiano)
- 500: Which stuffed pasta, shaped like little navels or rings and typically filled with meat or cheese, is the traditional dish of Bologna's region served in broth at Christmas? — Tortellini
Street Food Favorites
- 100: This street food, sold from carts across New York City, consists of a sausage in a soft bun, often topped with mustard, ketchup or sauerkraut. What is it called? — Hot dog
- 300: This Middle Eastern street food consists of deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas, often served in pita bread. What is it called? — Falafel
- 500: Pad Thai, a staple of Bangkok street stalls, is made by stir-frying noodles made from what main ingredient? — Rice (rice noodles)
Kitchen Know-How
- 100: What kitchen appliance, often found on a countertop, uses slots to turn slices of bread into toast? — Toaster
- 300: What is the name of the Spanish rice dish traditionally cooked in a wide, shallow pan and flavored with saffron? — Paella
- 500: Which spice, made from the dried stigmas of a crocus flower, is the most expensive in the world by weight? — Saffron
Sweet Treats
- 100: What sweet treat, often hidden in plastic eggs or chocolate bunnies, is the traditional gift of Easter, made from cocoa beans? — Chocolate
- 300: Which French pastry, whose name means 'little cake', consists of two colorful almond-meringue discs sandwiching a creamy filling? — Macaron
- 500: Which Middle Eastern and Greek pastry is made from layers of filo dough, chopped nuts and sweet syrup or honey? — Baklava
Fact or Fiction Food
- 100: True or false: Sushi always contains raw fish. — False – many sushi types use cooked ingredients or vegetables, such as cucumber rolls
- 300: True or false: Chocolate comes from the seeds of a tree native to Central and South America. — True – cacao beans from the cacao tree
- 500: True or false: Saffron, one of the world's most expensive spices, comes from the stigmas of a crocus flower. — True – from Crocus sativus
Olympics Jeopardy
Ancient Origins
- 100: In which country were the ancient Olympic Games held, in a sanctuary dedicated to Zeus? — Greece
- 300: Winners at the ancient Olympics received a wreath made from the branches of which tree? — Olive tree
- 500: In the ancient Olympics, a famous event of 776 BC is the earliest recorded Games. Which cook from Elis is traditionally recorded as the winner of the only event held then, a footrace of about 192 meters? — Coroebus (Koroibos)
Summer Games Stars
- 100: This Jamaican sprinter, nicknamed 'Lightning Bolt', won the 100 m and 200 m at three consecutive Summer Games from 2008 to 2016. Who is he? — Usain Bolt
- 300: In 1976 in Montreal, this 14-year-old Romanian gymnast scored the first perfect 10 in Olympic gymnastics. Who is she? — Nadia Comăneci
- 500: This Finnish distance runner, nicknamed the 'Flying Finn', won nine Olympic gold medals between 1920 and 1928. Who is he? — Paavo Nurmi
Winter Wonders
- 100: In which winter sport do athletes slide down an icy track lying face-up on a small sled called a luge, or face-down on a skeleton sled? Name the sport using the sled that gives it a bobsleigh-like name: what four-letter word is used for the twisting ice-chute event in which teams ride a steered sled? — Bobsleigh (Bobsled, Bob)
- 300: Which Canadian city hosted the Winter Olympics in 1988, the games where Jamaica's bobsled team made its famous debut? — Calgary
- 500: Which Norwegian biathlete won 8 Winter Olympic gold medals between 1998 and 2018, making him one of the most successful Winter Olympians ever, nicknamed 'The King of Biathlon'? — Ole Einar Bjørndalen
Record Breakers
- 100: Which Jamaican sprinter set the 100 m world record of 9.58 seconds at the 2009 World Championships and won three straight Olympic 100 m titles from 2008 to 2016? — Usain Bolt
- 300: Which Romanian gymnast scored the first perfect 10 in Olympic gymnastics history, at the 1976 Montreal Games, forcing the scoreboard to display 1.00? — Nadia Comaneci
- 500: Which Soviet gymnast won 18 Olympic medals between 1956 and 1964, a record for most Olympic medals that stood until 2012? — Larisa Latynina
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a symbol of the Games. I have five parts, and each is a different color on a white background. My parts are linked together to stand for the unity of the continents. What am I? — The Olympic rings
- 300: I am a city. I hosted the Summer Games in 1896, and again in 2004. The first modern Games happened here because of my ancient history. What am I? — Athens
- 500: I am a Norwegian figure skater who won gold at the 1928, 1932 and 1936 Winter Games. Later I became a Hollywood film star in glittering ice musicals. Who am I? — Sonja Henie
Soccer Jeopardy
World Cup Moments
- 100: Which country won the 2014 World Cup final in Brazil, beating Argentina 1-0 after extra time? — Germany
- 300: Which French player was sent off in the 2006 World Cup final after headbutting Marco Materazzi? — Zinedine Zidane
- 500: Which player scored a hat-trick in the 1966 World Cup final, the only man to do so in a men's final until Kylian Mbappé in 2022? — Geoff Hurst
Club Crests & Cities
- 100: Which Spanish club, based in the capital, has a crest featuring a crown above the letters MCF? — Real Madrid
- 300: Which Italian city is home to both Juventus and Torino, with the latter's crest showing a charging bull? — Turin (Torino)
- 500: Which Dutch club, from Amsterdam, has a crest based on a stylised letter A flanked by two vertical bars, inspired by a Greek mythological hero's name? — Ajax
Legends of the Game
- 100: I am a Portuguese forward who started at Sporting Lisbon. I won the Champions League with Manchester United and Real Madrid. My initials and shirt number 7 form my brand, CR7. Who am I? — Cristiano Ronaldo
- 300: I am a Brazilian who burst onto the world stage as a 17-year-old at the 1958 World Cup. I won three World Cups and spent most of my club career at Santos. Who am I? — Pelé
- 500: I was a Soviet goalkeeper nicknamed the Black Spider for my all-dark kit. I spent my whole career at Dynamo Moscow. In 1963 I became the only goalkeeper to win the Ballon d'Or. Who am I? — Lev Yashin
Laws of the Game
- 100: What colour card does a referee show to send a player off the pitch? — Red
- 300: Which offence is penalised with an indirect free kick if a player receives the ball in an offside position? — Offside
- 500: Which international body, founded in 1886, is responsible for maintaining the Laws of the Game? — IFAB (International Football Association Board)
Trophies & Transfers
- 100: Which Argentine superstar left Barcelona for Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 after the club could no longer afford to keep him? — Lionel Messi
- 300: Which Portuguese forward moved from Real Madrid to Juventus in 2018 for around 100 million euros? — Cristiano Ronaldo
- 500: Which Dutch club did Zlatan Ibrahimović leave to join Juventus in 2004, after he had broken through at Malmö? — Ajax
Football Jeopardy
NFL Franchises
- 100: Which NFL team, based in Dallas, Texas, is nicknamed 'America's Team' and has a star on its helmet? — Dallas Cowboys
- 300: Which NFL franchise, based in a small Wisconsin city, is the only publicly owned, community-owned team in major American pro sports? — Green Bay Packers
- 500: Which was the only NFL team to complete a perfect season including the Super Bowl, going 17-0 in 1972? — Miami Dolphins
Gridiron Legends
- 100: I am a quarterback who won six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots and one with Tampa Bay. I was picked 199th in the 2000 draft. Who am I? — Tom Brady
- 300: I am a wide receiver nicknamed 'Flipper' or 'Fastest' in no one's book. I caught 1,549 passes and 197 touchdowns, mostly for the San Francisco 49ers, and wore number 80. Who am I? — Jerry Rice
- 500: I am a coach whose name is on the Super Bowl trophy. I led the Green Bay Packers to wins in the first two Super Bowls, and I died in 1970. Who am I? — Vince Lombardi
Rulebook Rundown
- 100: How many points is a touchdown worth before any extra-point attempt? — Six
- 300: What is the name of the penalty, costing 5 yards, when an offensive player moves or crosses the line of scrimmage before the snap? — False start
- 500: Under NFL rules, a team that successfully challenges a ruling on the field gets how many total challenges per game if it wins its first two challenges: 2 or 3? Give the maximum number. — 3
Super Bowl Showdown
- 100: What Roman numeral is used to name the Super Bowl held in 2020, the 54th edition, in which the Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers? — LIV
- 300: Which quarterback led the New England Patriots to a 25-point comeback win over the Atlanta Falcons in overtime in Super Bowl LI? — Tom Brady
- 500: Which team lost four consecutive Super Bowls from 1991 to 1994, all while appearing as the AFC champion? — Buffalo Bills
Stadiums and Nicknames
- 100: Which NFL team, whose nickname refers to a famous American ranch-hand symbol of the West, plays its home games at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas? — Dallas Cowboys
- 300: Which Hall of Fame running back, who played for the Chicago Bears in the 1980s, was nicknamed 'Sweetness'? — Walter Payton
- 500: Which NFL stadium, opened in 2020 in Paradise, Nevada, is home to the Las Vegas Raiders? — Allegiant Stadium
Sports Jeopardy
Gridiron Greats
- 100: Which quarterback won six Super Bowl rings with the New England Patriots before moving to Tampa Bay and winning a seventh? — Tom Brady
- 300: Which running back, nicknamed 'Sweetness', rushed for 16,726 yards with the Chicago Bears in the 1970s and 80s? — Walter Payton
- 500: Which team completed the only perfect NFL season, finishing 17-0 including the Super Bowl, in 1972? — Miami Dolphins
Hardwood Heroes
- 100: Which Chicago Bulls superstar, wearing number 23, won six NBA championships in the 1990s? — Michael Jordan
- 300: Which Los Angeles Lakers center scored 38,387 career NBA points and was famous for his 'skyhook' shot? — Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
- 500: Which Boston Celtics center won 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons between 1957 and 1969, later also serving as player-coach? — Bill Russell
World Football Icons
- 100: Which Argentine forward captained his country to the 1986 World Cup title and scored the infamous 'Hand of God' goal? — Diego Maradona
- 300: Which Dutch forward, who wore number 14, was the figurehead of 'Total Football' and lost the 1974 World Cup final to West Germany? — Johan Cruyff
- 500: Which Portuguese forward, nicknamed 'the Black Panther', was top scorer at the 1966 World Cup with nine goals? — Eusébio
Diamond Legends
- 100: Which baseball legend, nicknamed 'the Sultan of Swat' and 'the Bambino', became famous playing for the New York Yankees in the 1920s? — Babe Ruth
- 300: Which Brooklyn Dodgers infielder broke Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947? — Jackie Robinson
- 500: Which Atlanta Braves slugger hit his 715th career home run in 1974, passing Babe Ruth's career record? — Hank Aaron
Who Am I? Olympians
- 100: I am a Jamaican sprinter. I won the 100m and 200m at three consecutive Olympics from 2008 to 2016. My lightning-bolt pose is famous worldwide. Who am I? — Usain Bolt
- 300: I am a Romanian gymnast. At the 1976 Montreal Games I became the first gymnast to score a perfect 10. The scoreboard could only display 1.00. Who am I? — Nadia Comăneci
- 500: I am a Finnish runner nicknamed the 'Flying Finn'. I won nine Olympic golds between 1920 and 1928, and was famous for running with a stopwatch in my hand. A statue of me stands outside the Helsinki Olympic Stadium. Who am I? — Paavo Nurmi
Friends TV Show Jeopardy
Who Said It?
- 100: Which Friends character famously asks "How you doin'?" as his signature pickup line? — Joey Tribbiani (Joey)
- 300: Which character says "We were on a break!" again and again when arguing about his split from Rachel? — Ross Geller (Ross)
- 500: Which Friends character says, "I'm not great at the advice" ... no: who tells Rachel "You're a mouse? Squeak squeak"? Instead: who says "It's a moo point. It's like a cow's opinion, it just doesn't matter"? — Joey Tribbiani
The One With...
- 100: In the episode "The One with the Embryos", what do Monica and Rachel's apartment and the guys' apartment compete over in a trivia game? — Their apartments (the loser gives up their apartment)
- 300: In "The One with the Football" (Thanksgiving episode), which two characters compete fiercely for the Geller Cup in the backyard touch football game? — Ross and Monica
- 500: In "The One with the Rumor", which famous actor, playing Will Colbert, reveals he and Ross hated Rachel in high school? — Brad Pitt
Central Perk Characters
- 100: I am a character who sings about a smelly cat. I play guitar at Central Perk. My twin sister is Ursula. Who am I? — Phoebe Buffay
- 300: I am a character who manages Central Perk. I am often seen behind the counter, and I have a habit of being unimpressed by the gang's hogging of the couch. Who am I? — Gunther
- 500: I am a person. I was Ross's first wife and Ben's other mother. I left him after realizing I was gay, and I later married Susan at a ceremony Ross attended. Who am I? — Carol (Carol Willick)
Love and Breakups
- 100: Which two Friends characters famously have an on-again, off-again romance, with one arguing they were 'on a break'? — Ross and Rachel
- 300: In which city does Ross marry Emily, only to say the wrong name at the altar? — London
- 500: Which Friends character is Phoebe's eventual husband, whom she marries in a snowy season 10 episode? — Mike Hannigan
Jobs, Pets and Props
- 100: Which Friends character works as a masseuse and also plays the guitar at Central Perk, famously singing about a smelly cat? — Phoebe Buffay
- 300: Chandler's job involves what kind of work, which nobody in the group can ever quite explain? — Statistical analysis and data reconfiguration (transponster)
- 500: In the episode where Ross tries to move a new couch up the stairs, what one word does he repeatedly yell at Rachel and Chandler? — Pivot
Star Wars Jeopardy
Heroes and Villains
- 100: Which Star Wars villain, once a Jedi Knight named Anakin Skywalker, wears a black helmet and breathes with a mechanical rasp? — Darth Vader
- 300: In the original 1977 film, which smuggler captains the Millennium Falcon alongside his Wookiee co-pilot Chewbacca? — Han Solo
- 500: Which Sith Lord, a Zabrak with a horned face and red-and-black tattoos, is killed by Obi-Wan Kenobi on Naboo in The Phantom Menace? — Darth Maul
Planet Hopping
- 100: Luke Skywalker grew up on a moisture farm on which desert planet with two suns? — Tatooine
- 300: Which planet, the home of Padmé Amidala and Jar Jar Binks, is blockaded by the Trade Federation in The Phantom Menace? — Naboo
- 500: Anakin Skywalker duels Obi-Wan Kenobi amid rivers of lava on which volcanic planet at the end of Revenge of the Sith? — Mustafar
Famous Quotes
- 100: Complete this famous line from Darth Vader to Luke Skywalker: "No, I am your ..." — Father
- 300: Which smuggler replies "I know" when Princess Leia tells him "I love you" just before he is frozen in carbonite? — Han Solo
- 500: In A New Hope, which Imperial officer, Grand Moff of the Death Star, says "Evacuate? In our moment of triumph? I think you overestimate their chances" before the station is destroyed? — Grand Moff Tarkin (Wilhuff Tarkin)
Droids and Creatures
- 100: Which golden protocol droid, fluent in over six million forms of communication, is C-3PO's famous best friend and counterpart? — R2-D2
- 300: What type of large, white, furry snow monster attacks Luke Skywalker on the ice planet Hoth? — Wampa
- 500: In Return of the Jedi, what is the name of the sand-dwelling monster in the Great Pit of Carkoon that Jabba the Hutt planned to feed Luke and his friends to? — Sarlacc
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a person. I was born as Anakin Skywalker. I was once a Jedi, then I wore black armor and breathed through a respirator. I am Luke's father. Who am I? — Darth Vader
- 300: I am a thing. I am a ship that made the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs. Han Solo is my captain, and Chewbacca is my co-pilot. What am I? — Millennium Falcon
- 500: I am a person. I was a Jedi Master who sat on the Council and wielded a purple lightsaber. I was played by Samuel L. Jackson. I fell from a window in Palpatine's office. Who am I? — Mace Windu
Marvel Jeopardy
Super Heroes
- 100: Which Marvel hero is the alter ego of billionaire Tony Stark? — Iron Man
- 300: What is the name of the fictional African nation ruled by T'Challa, the Black Panther? — Wakanda
- 500: Which Marvel comic book writer and editor, famous for cameos in the films, co-created Spider-Man, the X-Men and the Fantastic Four? — Stan Lee
Villains & Baddies
- 100: In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which purple-skinned villain collects the Infinity Stones and snaps his fingers to wipe out half of all life? — Thanos
- 300: In the 2018 film Black Panther, what is the name of the villain, played by Michael B. Jordan, who challenges T'Challa for the throne of Wakanda? — Killmonger (Erik Killmonger)
- 500: In Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, which character, played by Kurt Russell, is revealed to be Peter Quill's father and turns out to be a villain? — Ego (Ego the Living Planet)
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a billionaire who built my first suit in a cave. I ended the Infinity War saga with a snap. My catchphrase is "I am..." something made of metal. Who am I? — Iron Man (Tony Stark)
- 300: I am a Asgardian god who lost an eye in my youth? No: I am the adopted brother of Thor, a trickster who loves illusions and wears a horned helmet. Who am I? — Loki
- 500: I am a Kree-born rocket-powered raccoon? No: I am a Celestial, the planet-sized father of Peter Quill in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Who am I? — Ego (Ego the Living Planet)
Gadgets & Powers
- 100: Which Avenger wields a magical hammer called Mjolnir? — Thor
- 300: What are the six powerful gems that Thanos collects called in the Marvel movies? — Infinity Stones
- 500: In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, what is the name of the metal-armed Doctor Strange relic, a floating red garment that chooses its wearer and can fly and fight on its own? — The Cloak of Levitation
Movie Magic
- 100: Which actor played Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, starting with the 2008 original? — Robert Downey Jr.
- 300: Which 2018 Marvel film, directed by Ryan Coogler, was set in the fictional African nation of Wakanda and was the first superhero film nominated for the Best Picture Oscar? — Black Panther
- 500: Which 2019 film, directed by the Russo brothers, became the highest-grossing film of all time at that point, surpassing Avatar? — Avengers: Endgame
Harry Potter Jeopardy
Spells and Charms
- 100: Which spell, often whispered with a flick of the wand, makes an object float in the air? Ron uses it to save Hermione from a troll. — Wingardium Leviosa
- 300: Which of the three Unforgivable Curses forces its victim to obey the caster's will? — Imperius Curse (Imperio)
- 500: In the Half-Blood Prince, which spell, invented by Severus Snape, does Harry use on Draco in the bathroom, causing deep gashes? — Sectumsempra
Hogwarts Life
- 100: At the start of their first year, new students are placed into one of four houses by which magical object? — The Sorting Hat
- 300: Which ghost is the resident ghost of Gryffindor House, also known as Nearly Headless Nick? — Sir Nicholas de Mimsy-Porpington (Nearly Headless Nick)
- 500: What must you do to enter the Ravenclaw common room, since the door has no password but an eagle-shaped knocker that asks something? — Answer a riddle (question)
Magical Creatures
- 100: Hagrid's pet three-headed dog, which guards the trapdoor in the first book, has what name? — Fluffy
- 300: Which magical creature, invisible to those who haven't witnessed death, pulls the carriages that take students up to Hogwarts castle? — Thestrals
- 500: What is the name of the giant spider, Hagrid's old friend, who lives in the Forbidden Forest and dies in the sixth book? — Aragog
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a boy with a lightning-shaped scar. I live under the stairs at first, and I defeated Voldemort. Who am I? — Harry Potter
- 300: I am a Hogwarts professor and head of Gryffindor House. I can turn into a tabby cat, and I teach Transfiguration. Who am I? — Minerva McGonagall
- 500: I am a Hogwarts ghost, the Grey Lady. I am the daughter of a founder, and I stole a lost diadem. Who am I? — Helena Ravenclaw
Book Versus Film
- 100: In the US, the first Harry Potter book and film were released under a different title, replacing one word. Which word in the title was changed, and to what? — "Philosopher's" became "Sorcerer's"
- 300: In the books, Harry's eyes are green like his mother's. What color are the eyes of Daniel Radcliffe, who played him in the films? — Blue
- 500: In the Harry Potter books, Dumbledore's brother Aberforth runs a pub in Hogsmeade. In the film of Deathly Hallows Part 2, what is its name, also the answer for the book? — The Hog's Head
Video Game Jeopardy
Retro Arcade Classics
- 100: In this 1980 arcade hit, a yellow circle with a missing wedge eats dots in a maze while being chased by four colored ghosts. What is the game called? — Pac-Man
- 300: In the original 1981 arcade game Donkey Kong, the hero later known as Mario was originally given what job title-based name? — Jumpman
- 500: Which Japanese designer created Pac-Man at Namco, reportedly inspired by a pizza with a slice removed? — Toru Iwatani
Console Wars
- 100: Which Japanese company makes the Switch and the Wii consoles? — Nintendo
- 300: Sony's PlayStation was originally developed as a CD-ROM add-on for which rival company's console, a deal that collapsed in 1991? — Nintendo (Super Nintendo / SNES)
- 500: Which 1993 console from Atari, marketed as the first 64-bit system, flopped commercially and was the company's last home hardware? — Atari Jaguar
Iconic Characters
- 100: I am a plumber who first appeared in 1981 as "Jumpman" in Donkey Kong. I wear a red cap with an M on it, and my brother is Luigi. Who am I? — Mario
- 300: I am a British archaeologist who first appeared in 1996 in a game called Tomb Raider. I wear twin pistols and a braid. Who am I? — Lara Croft
- 500: I am a hero in a green tunic who debuted in 1986 and has never spoken in the main series. I come from Hyrule, and I'm not the princess the games are named after. Who am I? — Link
Open World Adventures
- 100: In this hugely popular sandbox game, players punch trees, mine blocks and fear green Creepers. What is the game called? — Minecraft
- 300: Grand Theft Auto V is set in a fictional state based on which real-life US state? — California (the state is San Andreas, with Los Santos based on Los Angeles)
- 500: Which Japanese developer made the 2022 open-world game Elden Ring, working with author George R. R. Martin on its world's mythology? — FromSoftware
Multiplayer Mayhem
- 100: In this Nintendo racing series, players throw shells and banana peels at each other while driving karts. Which plumber gives the series its name? — Mario (Mario Kart)
- 300: In the social deduction game Among Us, what are the players who secretly sabotage the crew and kill them called? — Impostors (Imposters)
- 500: Which 2007 Bungie-developed shooter popularised 4-player online co-op campaign play and matchmaking on the Xbox 360, with Master Chief as its hero? — Halo 3
90s Jeopardy
Chart-Topping Sounds
- 100: Which British girl group, with members Scary, Sporty, Baby, Ginger and Posh, hit number one worldwide in 1996 with "Wannabe"? — The Spice Girls
- 300: Which Seattle grunge band, fronted by Kurt Cobain, released the 1991 album Nevermind featuring "Smells Like Teen Spirit"? — Nirvana
- 500: Which Canadian singer-songwriter's 1995 album Jagged Little Pill, with the hit "You Oughta Know", won the Album of the Year Grammy in 1996? — Alanis Morissette
Blockbuster Cinema
- 100: In the 1997 blockbuster directed by James Cameron, which ship sinks after hitting an iceberg, with Jack and Rose aboard? — Titanic
- 300: Which 1994 Disney animated film features a lion cub named Simba and the villain Scar? — The Lion King
- 500: Which 1995 film was the first entirely computer-animated feature film, produced by Pixar? — Toy Story
Toy Box Treasures
- 100: This handheld digital pet from Japan, whose name combines the words for 'egg' and 'watch', became a worldwide craze in 1996-97 and needed constant feeding and care. — Tamagotchi
- 300: Pokémon cards and games arrived in the West in the late 1990s. Which electric-type Pokémon is the franchise's mascot? — Pikachu
- 500: This 1990s toy line of tiny dolls and playsets, made by Bluebird Toys, had compact clamshell cases that shrank everything down to pocket size. Name the brand. — Polly Pocket
Must-See TV
- 100: In the sitcom Friends, which character, played by Jennifer Aniston, famously gave her name to a popular layered haircut? — Rachel (Rachel Green)
- 300: Which 1990s animated sitcom is set in the town of Springfield and features Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie? Name the show's creator. — Matt Groening
- 500: Which 1990s sitcom, co-created by Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld, ended with its 1998 finale showing the main four characters jailed for violating a Good Samaritan law? — Seinfeld
Dial-Up Tech
- 100: Microsoft released Windows 95 with a Start button, launched in a huge campaign set to a Rolling Stones song. In which year did this happen? — 1995
- 300: Sony's first PlayStation console went on sale in Japan in December of which year, challenging Nintendo and Sega? — 1994
- 500: AOL's famous "You've Got Mail!" voice greeted users of its dial-up service, and the romantic comedy of that name with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan was released in which year? — 1998
Pop Culture Jeopardy
Celebrity Chaos
- 100: Which reality TV family, led by matriarch Kris Jenner, found fame with a show whose title begins with the letter K and features their shared surname? — The Kardashians (Keeping Up with the Kardashians)
- 300: Which singer's 2008 wedding-themed hit 'Single Ladies' inspired Kanye West to interrupt Taylor Swift's 2009 VMA acceptance speech? — Beyoncé
- 500: At the 2017 Oscars, which two-word film was mistakenly announced as Best Picture before the error was corrected and Moonlight was declared the true winner? — La La Land
Went Viral
- 100: In 2012, this South Korean artist's music video for 'Gangnam Style' became the first YouTube video to pass one billion views. Who is he? — Psy
- 300: In 2015, a photo of a dress sparked a worldwide argument over whether it was white and gold or which other two colors? — Blue and black
- 500: The 2007 viral YouTube video 'Charlie Bit My Finger' featured Charlie and which of his brothers, whose name is the answer? — Harry
Silver Screen Spotlight
- 100: In the 1997 film Titanic, which actor played Jack Dawson? — Leonardo DiCaprio
- 300: Which 1994 film features the quote "Life was like a box of chocolates" and a main character who sits on a bench waiting for a bus? — Forrest Gump
- 500: Which film won the Best Picture Oscar at the 2020 ceremony, becoming the first non-English-language film to win that award? — Parasite
Chart Toppers
- 100: Which Korean artist's 2012 song 'Gangnam Style' became the first YouTube video to pass one billion views? — Psy
- 300: Which Michael Jackson album, released in 1982, is the best-selling album of all time and includes 'Billie Jean' and 'Beat It'? — Thriller
- 500: Which band's 1975 single 'Bohemian Rhapsody' returned to the UK number one spot in 1991 after Freddie Mercury's death? Name the band and, ideally, nothing else. — Queen
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a yellow, blobby cartoon character who lives in a pineapple under the sea. My best friend is a starfish named Patrick. Who am I? — SpongeBob SquarePants (SpongeBob)
- 300: I am a video-sharing platform founded in 2005 by three former PayPal employees. In 2006 I was bought by Google. My first video, "Me at the zoo," showed an elephant. What am I? — YouTube
- 500: I am a British actor. I played Gollum and Captain Haddock through motion capture. I also played Caesar in the Planet of the Apes reboot films. Who am I? — Andy Serkis
80s Jeopardy
Chart-Topping Music
- 100: Which 1982 album by Michael Jackson, featuring 'Billie Jean' and 'Beat It', became the best-selling album of all time? — Thriller
- 300: Which Live Aid concert took place in July 1985 at both Wembley Stadium and JFK Stadium, raising money for famine relief in which African country? — Ethiopia
- 500: Which 1987 song by Rick Astley, his debut single, topped charts in many countries and later became an internet prank known by a 'rolling' name? — Never Gonna Give You Up
Blockbuster Movies
- 100: In this 1982 Steven Spielberg film, a gentle alien stranded on Earth befriends a boy named Elliott and phones home. What is the film's title? — E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
- 300: Which actor played Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)? — Harrison Ford
- 500: Which 1986 action sequel, directed by James Cameron, sent Sigourney Weaver's Ripley back to face a nest of xenomorphs on LV-426? — Aliens
Toy Box Treasures
- 100: Introduced in 1980 by a Hungarian architecture professor, which colorful 3x3 twisting puzzle cube became a global craze? — Rubik's Cube
- 300: Which 1983 dolls, created by Xavier Roberts, came with unique names and adoption papers and caused shopping frenzies in stores? — Cabbage Patch Kids
- 500: Which Mattel toy line, launched in 1982 with the hero Prince Adam, was accompanied by the villain Skeletor and the fortress Castle Grayskull? — Masters of the Universe (He-Man)
Small Screen Classics
- 100: In this 1980s sitcom, the Tanner family takes in Alf, a furry alien who crash-landed in their garage. From which planet does he claim to come? — Melmac
- 300: In the 1980s drama Dallas, the question 'Who shot J.R.?' kept viewers guessing all summer in 1980. What was J.R.'s surname? — Ewing
- 500: Which sitcom, set in a Boston bar and launched in 1982, featured the ex-baseball player Sam Malone and barmaid Diane Chambers? — Cheers
Year in History
- 100: In which year did the Berlin Wall fall, ending the division of East and West Berlin after 28 years? — 1989
- 300: Lady Diana Spencer married Prince Charles at St Paul's Cathedral in which year? — 1981
- 500: A reactor exploded at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Soviet Ukraine, spreading radioactive fallout across Europe. In which year? — 1986
Music Jeopardy
Classic Rock Anthems
- 100: Which British band's 1975 epic 'Bohemian Rhapsody' features the line 'Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?' — Queen
- 300: Which band, fronted by Mick Jagger, had a 1965 hit with the riff-driven '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction'? — The Rolling Stones
- 500: Which Deep Purple song from the 1972 album 'Machine Head' tells the true story of a fire at a Montreux casino during a Frank Zappa concert? — Smoke on the Water
Hip-Hop Heavyweights
- 100: Which Detroit rapper starred in the film 8 Mile and released the song 'Lose Yourself'? — Eminem
- 300: Which Compton rapper released the 2015 album 'To Pimp a Butterfly' and won a Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2018 for 'DAMN.'? — Kendrick Lamar
- 500: Which 1979 single by the Sugarhill Gang is widely credited with bringing hip-hop to a mainstream audience? — Rapper's Delight
Pop Princesses and Kings
- 100: Which singer, known as the 'King of Pop', recorded the 1982 album Thriller? — Michael Jackson
- 300: Which artist, crowned the 'Queen of Pop', had hits with 'Like a Virgin' and 'Vogue'? — Madonna
- 500: Which singer, nicknamed the 'Queen of Soul', had a 1967 hit with a cover of Otis Redding's 'Respect'? — Aretha Franklin
Name That Year
- 100: Michael Jackson's album Thriller, with its famous zombie-dance title video, was released in which year? — 1982
- 300: MTV launched with the video 'Video Killed the Radio Star' by The Buggles in which year? — 1981
- 500: The Sugarhill Gang's 'Rapper's Delight', often credited as the first hip-hop single to become a hit, was released in which year? — 1979
One-Hit Wonders
- 100: Which Dutch-born... no: which 1990s song by Los del Río, with a dance craze, tells you to do a certain dance, and is named after that dance? — Macarena
- 300: Which 1984 hit by Nena, sung in German, became a worldwide hit with its English version titled with a number of colored toy objects? — 99 Luftballons (99 Red Balloons)
- 500: Which group's only major hit was the 1982 song 'Come On Eileen'? — Dexys Midnight Runners
TV Show Jeopardy
Sitcom Staples
- 100: In the sitcom Friends, what is the name of the coffee shop where the six friends constantly hang out? — Central Perk
- 300: In the British sitcom Fawlty Towers, which actor played the short-tempered hotel owner Basil Fawlty? — John Cleese
- 500: Which 1990s sitcom, set in a Manhattan apartment, was famously described as being 'about nothing' and was co-created by Larry David? — Seinfeld
Catchphrase Challenge
- 100: Which cartoon dad, from a long-running animated family in Springfield, shouts "D'oh!" when things go wrong? — Homer Simpson
- 300: In Breaking Bad, which two-word command does Walter White's alter ego use to introduce himself with "Say my name"? Name the alias he answers to. — Heisenberg
- 500: Which 1970s American sitcom featured Arthur Fonzarelli, whose catchphrase was "Ayyy!" accompanied by two thumbs up? — Happy Days
Prestige Drama
- 100: In this AMC series, chemistry teacher Walter White turns to cooking and selling crystal meth. What is the show called? — Breaking Bad
- 300: Which HBO series follows New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano and his therapy sessions with Dr. Melfi? — The Sopranos
- 500: In The Wire, which Baltimore stick-up man, played by Michael K. Williams, robs drug dealers and famously whistles "The Farmer in the Dell"? — Omar Little
Who Am I? TV Edition
- 100: I am a yellow-skinned father with a bald-looking head and two hairs. I work at a nuclear power plant in Springfield. My favorite drink is Duff Beer, and I often shout "D'oh!" Who am I? — Homer Simpson
- 300: I am a chemistry teacher turned drug manufacturer. I wear a pork pie hat and sunglasses when working under an alias. My former student Jesse Pinkman is my partner. Who am I? — Walter White (Heisenberg)
- 500: I am a British sitcom set in a Torquay hotel. My manager has a famously short temper, his wife Sybil, Polly and a Spanish waiter named Manuel. John Cleese created me. What am I? — Fawlty Towers
Theme Songs & Settings
- 100: In which fictional town do Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie live, as shown in the opening credits of a long-running animated sitcom? — Springfield
- 300: Which US city is the setting for Friends, whose theme song 'I'll Be There for You' was recorded by The Rembrandts? — New York City
- 500: The Sopranos opens with 'Woke Up This Morning' by which British band, as Tony drives from New York through New Jersey? — Alabama 3 (A3)
Movie Jeopardy
Famous Movie Quotes
- 100: In which 1977 space saga does a character say "May the Force be with you"? — Star Wars
- 300: Which 1942 film features the line "Here's looking at you, kid"? — Casablanca
- 500: Which 1950 film features Norma Desmond saying "All right, Mr. DeMille, I'm ready for my close-up"? — Sunset Boulevard
Oscar Glory
- 100: What is the popular name of the golden statuette handed out by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences? — The Oscar (Academy Award)
- 300: Which South Korean film made history in 2020 as the first non-English-language film to win the Best Picture Oscar? — Parasite
- 500: At the 2017 ceremony, which film was mistakenly announced as Best Picture before La La Land's win was corrected to the real winner? — Moonlight
Leading Men and Women
- 100: Which actor played Jack Dawson opposite Kate Winslet in the 1997 film Titanic? — Leonardo DiCaprio
- 300: Which actor played the title role of the Roman general in Gladiator (2000) and won the Best Actor Oscar for it? — Russell Crowe
- 500: Which actor won his first Best Actor Oscar for playing Daniel Plainview in There Will Be Blood (2007)? — Daniel Day-Lewis
Directors and Their Classics
- 100: Which director made the 1975 shark thriller Jaws, followed by E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Jurassic Park? — Steven Spielberg
- 300: Which director's 1994 film Pulp Fiction won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and features a dance contest with John Travolta and Uma Thurman? — Quentin Tarantino
- 500: Which Japanese director made Seven Samurai (1954) and Rashomon (1950)? — Akira Kurosawa
Who Am I? Movie Stars
- 100: I am a British actor born in 1969 who has played a spy with a license to kill. I first took the role in Casino Royale (2006), and my initials are DC. Who am I? — Daniel Craig
- 300: I was born Marion Morrison, and my nickname was 'Duke'. I won my only Oscar for True Grit (1969), and I am best known for Westerns like The Searchers. Who am I? — John Wayne
- 500: I was born Archibald Leach in Bristol in 1904. I starred in North by Northwest and Bringing Up Baby, and received an Honorary Oscar in 1970 without ever winning a competitive one. Who am I? — Cary Grant
Disney Jeopardy
Animated Classics
- 100: In the 1937 classic, which princess lives with seven dwarfs after fleeing her jealous stepmother? — Snow White
- 300: In Disney's Cinderella, what does the Fairy Godmother turn into a coach for the ball? — A pumpkin
- 500: Which 1967 Disney film, the last one Walt Disney personally oversaw, features Mowgli, Baloo and Bagheera? — The Jungle Book
Pixar Power
- 100: In Toy Story, what is the name of the cowboy doll who is Andy's favorite toy? — Woody
- 300: In Up, what do Carl Fredricksen and Russell use to fly his house to South America? — Balloons
- 500: Which 2015 Pixar film is set inside the mind of a girl named Riley and features emotions such as Joy and Sadness? — Inside Out
Sing Along Songs
- 100: In Frozen, Elsa sings about doing this with the cold, which 'never bothered her anyway'. Which two-word song title tells her to do this? — Let It Go
- 300: In Aladdin, which song does Aladdin sing to Jasmine while they fly on the magic carpet, promising to show her the world? — A Whole New World
- 500: In Mary Poppins, which nonsense word, a 34-letter 'song' title, is said to be something to say when you have nothing else to say? — Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a mouse with round ears, red shorts and white gloves. I was created in 1928 and I am the face of a famous entertainment company. Who am I? — Mickey Mouse
- 300: I am a toy cowboy with a pull-string voice box. I have a sheriff's badge, and I am best friends with a space ranger. Who am I? — Woody
- 500: I am a Parisian rat with a talent for cooking. I secretly control a young kitchen worker by pulling his hair. I star in a 2007 Pixar film. Who am I? — Remy
Villains and Sidekicks
- 100: In The Lion King, which scheming lion kills his brother Mufasa to take the throne? — Scar
- 300: In Toy Story 3, which pink, strawberry-scented teddy bear rules Sunnyside Daycare as a villain? — Lotso (Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear)
- 500: In Pixar's The Incredibles, what is the real name of the villain who calls himself Syndrome, who was once Mr. Incredible's biggest fan? — Buddy Pine
Greek Mythology Jeopardy
Olympian Gods
- 100: Which Greek god is king of the Olympians and wields a thunderbolt? — Zeus
- 300: Which Olympian god of the sea carries a three-pronged trident? — Poseidon
- 500: Which goddess, Zeus's sister and the mother of Persephone, is the Olympian goddess of the harvest and agriculture? — Demeter
Heroes and Quests
- 100: Which Greek hero, famed for his superhuman strength, had to complete twelve famous labors as a penance? — Heracles (Hercules)
- 300: Which hero used a ball of thread given to him by Ariadne to find his way out of the Labyrinth after slaying the Minotaur? — Theseus
- 500: Which hero, son of Zeus and Danaë, was sent to fetch the head of Medusa and later rescued Andromeda from a sea monster? — Perseus
Monsters and Beasts
- 100: Which snake-haired Gorgon could turn anyone who looked at her into stone? — Medusa
- 300: What creature, with a human head, a lion's body and wings, asked Oedipus a famous riddle outside Thebes? — The Sphinx
- 500: Which fire-breathing monster, with a lion's head, a goat's head on its back and a serpent's tail, was slain by Bellerophon riding Pegasus? — The Chimera (Chimaera)
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a Greek hero famous for twelve labors. I wore a lion's skin and had superhuman strength. The Romans called me Hercules. Who am I? — Heracles (Hercules)
- 300: I am a mortal woman who opened a jar I was told to leave closed. I let out all the evils into the world, but hope stayed inside. Who am I? — Pandora
- 500: I am a king of Corinth who cheated death twice. In the underworld I must forever roll a boulder uphill, and it always rolls back down. Who am I? — Sisyphus
Famous Myths
- 100: In the myth of the Trojan War, what large wooden object did the Greeks use to sneak soldiers into the city of Troy? — The Trojan Horse (a wooden horse)
- 300: In the myth of Icarus and his father Daedalus, what melted when Icarus flew too close to the sun? — The wax holding his wings together
- 500: In the myth of Sisyphus, king of Corinth, what was his eternal punishment in the Underworld? — Rolling a boulder up a hill, only for it to roll back down
Literature Jeopardy
Classic Novels
- 100: In Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol, which miserly man is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley? — Ebenezer Scrooge
- 300: Which 1813 Jane Austen novel follows Elizabeth Bennet and her complicated relationship with Mr. Darcy? — Pride and Prejudice
- 500: Which Russian novel by Leo Tolstoy opens with the line 'All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way'? — Anna Karenina
Famous Authors
- 100: Which English playwright, born in Stratford-upon-Avon, wrote Hamlet and Macbeth? — William Shakespeare
- 300: Which author, born Samuel Clemens, wrote The Adventures of Tom Sawyer under a pen name? — Mark Twain
- 500: Which Russian author wrote The Master and Margarita, a satire in which the Devil visits Moscow? — Mikhail Bulgakov
Poetry Corner
- 100: In the nursery rhyme, which two children went up the hill to fetch a pail of water? — Jack and Jill
- 300: Which poet wrote 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud', a poem about a field of daffodils in the Lake District? — William Wordsworth
- 500: Which Alfred, Lord Tennyson poem about a doomed cavalry action in the Crimean War opens with the line 'Half a league, half a league, half a league onward'? — The Charge of the Light Brigade
Who Am I? Characters
- 100: I am a boy who never grows up. I live in Neverland with the Lost Boys, and I fight Captain Hook. A fairy named Tinker Bell is my companion. Who am I? — Peter Pan
- 300: I am a wealthy, miserly London businessman. My late partner Jacob Marley warns me in a ghostly visit. Three more spirits show me Christmases past, present and yet to come. Who am I? — Ebenezer Scrooge
- 500: I am a Russian student in St. Petersburg who kills a pawnbroker with an axe. I believe that extraordinary men may transgress moral law. Sonya persuades me to confess. Who am I? — Rodion Raskolnikov
Opening Lines
- 100: Which fairy-tale opening phrase traditionally begins with the words 'Once upon a...'? — Time
- 300: Which Dickens novel opens with 'It was the best of times, it was the worst of times'? — A Tale of Two Cities
- 500: Which Russian author's novel begins: 'Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way'? — Leo Tolstoy (Anna Karenina)
English Grammar Jeopardy
Parts of Speech
- 100: In the sentence "The dog barked loudly," which word is the verb? — barked
- 300: What part of speech are the words "and," "but" and "or" when they join words or sentences together? — Conjunctions
- 500: In "Wow! That was a great goal!" the word "Wow" shows sudden emotion. What part of speech is it? — Interjection
Punctuation Power
- 100: Which punctuation mark do you put at the end of a sentence that asks something, like 'Where is my backpack'? — Question mark
- 300: Which punctuation mark is used in a list to separate items, as in 'apples, bananas, grapes and pears'? — Comma
- 500: Which short punctuation mark joins words like 'mother-in-law' or 'well-known', and is shorter than a dash? — Hyphen
Spelling Bee Boosters
- 100: How do you spell the name of the insect that makes honey, B-E-_? Spell the whole word. — Bee
- 300: Which word is spelled correctly: 'necessary' with one C and two S's, or 'neccessary' with two C's? Give the correct spelling of the word. — Necessary (one C, two S's)
- 500: What is the name for a word formed from the first letters of a phrase and pronounced as a word, like NASA or scuba, as opposed to just saying the letters one by one like FBI? — Acronym
Vocabulary Builders
- 100: What do we call a word that means the opposite of another word, like 'hot' and 'cold'? — Antonym
- 300: Words like 'there', 'their' and 'they're' sound the same but have different meanings and spellings. What is this type of word called? — Homophones
- 500: The word 'bat' can mean a flying animal or a stick used in baseball. What do we call a word with several meanings but the same spelling and sound? — Homonym
Grammar: Right or Wrong?
- 100: True or false: A sentence in English normally begins with a capital letter. — True – the first word of a sentence is capitalized
- 300: True or false: "Their", "there" and "they're" all sound the same but have different meanings. — True – they are homophones
- 500: True or false: The word "queue" is spelled with five letters, but only the first letter, Q, is pronounced, because the other four letters are silent. — True – "queue" sounds just like the letter Q; "ueue" is silent
Geography Jeopardy
Capital Cities
- 100: Which city is the capital of France and sits on the River Seine? — Paris
- 300: Which city is the capital of Australia, chosen as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne? — Canberra
- 500: Which city became the capital of Nigeria in 1991, replacing Lagos? — Abuja
Rivers & Lakes
- 100: Which river flows through Egypt and was central to ancient Egyptian civilization, emptying into the Mediterranean Sea? — The Nile
- 300: The Danube flows through more countries than any other river in the world. Which of these capitals does it NOT pass through: Vienna, Budapest, Prague or Belgrade? — Prague
- 500: The Mekong River empties into the South China Sea through a delta in which country? — Vietnam
Mountain Peaks
- 100: What is the tallest mountain in the world above sea level, on the border of Nepal and Tibet? — Mount Everest
- 300: Which mountain in Tanzania is the highest peak in Africa? — Mount Kilimanjaro
- 500: Which mountain, on the Pakistan-China border, is the second highest in the world at 8,611 metres? — K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen)
Flag Fundamentals
- 100: Which country's flag features a single red circle on a plain white background? — Japan
- 300: Which two colors, besides white, appear on the flag of Ukraine? — Blue and yellow
- 500: Which country's flag, a green field with a yellow diamond holding a blue globe with a white band, bears the motto 'Ordem e Progresso'? — Brazil
Country Confusion
- 100: True or false: Australia is both a country and a continent. — True – Australia is a single country that occupies the continent of Australia (mainland), though it is often grouped with Oceania
- 300: True or false: Turkey's capital city is Istanbul. — False – it is Ankara
- 500: True or false: The Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo share the same capital city. — False – Kinshasa and Brazzaville, which face each other across the Congo River
Black History Jeopardy
Brilliant Inventors
- 100: This Black American scientist from Tuskegee Institute is famed for promoting crop rotation and finding hundreds of uses for peanuts. Who is he? — George Washington Carver
- 300: Lewis Latimer, who worked with Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell, improved the carbon filament used in which household invention? — The light bulb (incandescent lamp)
- 500: Mathematician Katherine Johnson's orbital calculations were crucial to which 1962 mission, in which John Glenn became the first American to orbit Earth? — Friendship 7 (Mercury-Atlas 6)
Visionary Leaders
- 100: This Baptist minister delivered the 'I Have a Dream' speech at the 1963 March on Washington. — Martin Luther King Jr.
- 300: This Jamaican-born activist founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association and promoted the 'Back to Africa' movement in the early 20th century. — Marcus Garvey
- 500: This Black educator born into slavery founded Bethune-Cookman's predecessor? No: he founded the Tuskegee Institute in 1881 and gave the 1895 Atlanta Compromise speech. — Booker T. Washington
Arts and Letters
- 100: Which singer, known as the 'Queen of Soul', had hits including 'Respect' and 'Think'? — Aretha Franklin
- 300: Which 1920s–30s cultural movement centered in a New York City neighborhood celebrated Black art, music and literature, with figures like Langston Hughes? — Harlem Renaissance
- 500: Which Black American painter, known for collage works like 'The Block' and 'Patchwork Quilt', was a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance's later generation and the Spiral group? — Romare Bearden
Sports Legends
- 100: I am "The Greatest." I won Olympic gold in 1960 as Cassius Clay, and I beat Sonny Liston to take the heavyweight title in 1964. Who am I? — Muhammad Ali
- 300: I am an athlete who won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, in front of Adolf Hitler. I took the 100m, 200m, long jump and 4x100m relay. Who am I? — Jesse Owens
- 500: I am a tennis player who won the 1975 Wimbledon men's singles title, beating Jimmy Connors in the final. I was also the first Black man to win the US Open, in 1968. Who am I? — Arthur Ashe
Civil Rights Milestones
- 100: In 1955 in Montgomery, Alabama, which woman was arrested for refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger? — Rosa Parks
- 300: The 1954 Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education declared segregation unconstitutional in which type of institution? — Public schools
- 500: Which 1965 march, led in part by John Lewis and attacked by state troopers on Bloody Sunday, ran from Selma to which Alabama city? — Montgomery
Presidents Jeopardy
Presidential Firsts
- 100: Who was the first President of the United States? — George Washington
- 300: Who was the first U.S. president to resign from office, doing so in August 1974? — Richard Nixon
- 500: Which president was the first born a citizen of the United States rather than a British subject, in 1782? — Martin Van Buren
Famous Quotes
- 100: Which president began his 1863 Gettysburg Address with the words "Four score and seven years ago"? — Abraham Lincoln
- 300: Which president, in his 1933 inaugural address, declared "the only thing we have to fear is fear itself"? — Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR)
- 500: In his 1961 farewell address, which president warned the nation to guard against the influence of the "military-industrial complex"? — Dwight D. Eisenhower
Before the White House
- 100: Before entering politics, which future 40th president worked as a Hollywood film actor? — Ronald Reagan
- 300: Which future president was a general who commanded the Allied forces in Europe during World War II before entering politics? — Dwight D. Eisenhower
- 500: Which future president was a Harvard-educated historian and president of Princeton University before becoming Governor of New Jersey? — Woodrow Wilson
Elections and Campaigns
- 100: In which year did Barack Obama win the presidential election, becoming the first African American elected US president? — 2008
- 300: In which year did Franklin D. Roosevelt win his first presidential election, defeating incumbent Herbert Hoover during the Great Depression? — 1932
- 500: In which year was the US presidential election decided by the Supreme Court case Bush v. Gore, after a Florida recount? — 2000
First Ladies and Families
- 100: Which First Lady, wife of Barack Obama, launched the 'Let's Move!' campaign against childhood obesity? — Michelle Obama
- 300: Which First Lady, wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt, served as a US delegate to the United Nations and chaired the commission that drafted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights? — Eleanor Roosevelt
- 500: Which two First Ladies were each both the wife of one president and the mother of another? — Abigail Adams and Barbara Bush
World History Jeopardy
Ancient Empires
- 100: Which ancient civilization built the pyramids at Giza as tombs for its pharaohs? — Ancient Egypt
- 300: Which Persian king was defeated by Alexander the Great at the Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC? — Darius III
- 500: Which Carthaginian general defeated a much larger Roman army at Cannae in 216 BC using a double envelopment? — Hannibal
Medieval Worlds
- 100: Which armored professional warriors of medieval Europe were typically addressed as 'Sir' after being dubbed by a monarch? — Knights
- 300: Which pandemic, known as the Black Death, devastated Europe in the mid-1300s, and was spread by fleas on rats? — Bubonic plague
- 500: Which West African ruler of the Mali Empire made a famously lavish pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324, reportedly distributing so much gold that its value dropped in Cairo? — Mansa Musa
Revolutions and Reform
- 100: In 1789 a revolt in Paris began with the storming of which fortress-prison on 14 July? — The Bastille
- 300: Which Athenian statesman introduced reforms around 508 BC that are often called the birth of democracy? — Cleisthenes
- 500: Which Roman tribune, killed in 133 BC, tried to redistribute public land to poor citizens, setting off a century of political turmoil in the Republic? — Tiberius Gracchus
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a person. I was the last active pharaoh of Egypt's Ptolemaic dynasty. I allied with Julius Caesar and later Mark Antony. Legend says I died by a snake bite. Who am I? — Cleopatra (Cleopatra VII)
- 300: I am a person. I was born in Corsica in 1769. I crowned myself Emperor of the French in 1804. I was exiled to Elba, then to Saint Helena. Who am I? — Napoleon Bonaparte
- 500: I am a person. I was born in Macedonia c. 356 BC and a Greek philosopher tutored me. I never lost a battle. I founded cities named Alexandria. Wait: I am not him; I was his father, killed in 336 BC. Who am I? — Philip II of Macedon
The Modern Era
- 100: In 1969, which NASA mission put the first humans on the Moon? — Apollo 11
- 300: The 1962 standoff between the USA and the Soviet Union over nuclear missiles in a Caribbean island nation is known as the crisis of which country? — Cuba (Cuban Missile Crisis)
- 500: The 1978 Camp David Accords were negotiated between Egypt's Anwar Sadat and which Israeli prime minister? — Menachem Begin
US History Jeopardy
Colonial Beginnings
- 100: In 1620, which ship carried the Pilgrims from England to what is now Massachusetts? — The Mayflower
- 300: Which colony, founded by William Penn as a haven for Quakers, has a name meaning 'Penn's woods'? — Pennsylvania
- 500: The 1649 Maryland Toleration Act, an early law granting religious freedom to Trinitarian Christians, was passed under which family's proprietorship, the Lords Baltimore? — The Calvert family
Revolution and Founding
- 100: On which date, in 1776, was the Declaration of Independence adopted by the Continental Congress? Give the month and day. — July 4 (Fourth of July)
- 300: In 1773, colonists protesting a tax on tea dumped crates of it into the harbor of which city? — Boston
- 500: Which 1787 compromise at the Constitutional Convention gave states equal representation in the Senate and population-based representation in the House? — The Connecticut Compromise (Great Compromise)
Civil War Era
- 100: Which US president led the Union through the Civil War and issued the Emancipation Proclamation? — Abraham Lincoln
- 300: In what Virginia village did Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrender to Ulysses S. Grant in April 1865? — Appomattox Court House (Appomattox)
- 500: Which Union general led the 1864 'March to the Sea' from Atlanta to Savannah, Georgia? — William Tecumseh Sherman
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a place. I was a gift from France in 1886. My torch stands over New York Harbor. My full name includes "Enlightening the World." Who am I? — Statue of Liberty
- 300: I am a person. I was a Shoshone woman. I joined an 1804 expedition west with my infant son. Sacagawea guided Lewis and Clark, so I am her, or am I? Who am I? — Sacagawea
- 500: I am a person. I was born into slavery in Maryland around 1822. I escaped in 1849 and later guided others north. I was nicknamed "Moses." Who am I? — Harriet Tubman
Modern America
- 100: On September 11, 2001, hijacked planes struck the Pentagon and which pair of New York City skyscrapers? — The World Trade Center (Twin Towers)
- 300: The 1962 standoff between the US and the Soviet Union over missiles based in a certain Caribbean island nation is named after which country? — Cuba (Cuban Missile Crisis)
- 500: Which 1974 scandal-related event made Gerald Ford president, after he was appointed vice president in 1973 following the resignation of Spiro Agnew? — Richard Nixon's resignation (Watergate)
Space Jeopardy
Our Solar System
- 100: Which planet in our solar system is famous for its spectacular rings made of ice and rock? — Saturn
- 300: Which planet is the hottest in our solar system, even though it is not the closest to the Sun, thanks to its thick carbon dioxide atmosphere? — Venus
- 500: Which dwarf planet in the asteroid belt was visited by NASA's Dawn spacecraft, which orbited it from 2015? — Ceres
Stars and Galaxies
- 100: Which star is at the center of our solar system? — The Sun
- 300: Which is the brightest star in Earth's night sky, found in the constellation Canis Major and nicknamed the Dog Star? — Sirius
- 500: Which space telescope, launched in 1990 and named after an American astronomer who proved other galaxies exist, was repaired by shuttle crews several times? — Hubble Space Telescope
Famous Astronauts
- 100: I am an American astronaut who commanded Apollo 11. I was born in Ohio, and in 1969 I became the first human to set foot on the Moon. Who am I? — Neil Armstrong
- 300: I was the second person to walk on the Moon. I stepped out of the lunar module Eagle after my commander in 1969, and I stayed in the public eye as a space advocate. Who am I? — Buzz Aldrin
- 500: I am an American astronaut. I was the first American in space, in 1961, on a suborbital Mercury flight. In 1971 I hit golf balls on the Moon as Apollo 14 commander. Who am I? — Alan Shepard
Mission Control
- 100: In the famous phrase 'Houston, we've had a problem,' which 1970 NASA mission was the crew on? — Apollo 13
- 300: Which NASA program, running from 1981 to 2011, used reusable winged orbiters such as Discovery and Atlantis? — Space Shuttle program
- 500: Which spacecraft, launched in 1977 and now in interstellar space, carries a Golden Record with sounds and images of Earth, along with its twin? — Voyager 1 (or Voyager 2)
Moon and Beyond
- 100: What was the name of the 1969 NASA mission that first landed humans on the Moon? — Apollo 11
- 300: In 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first artificial Earth satellite. What was its name? — Sputnik 1 (Sputnik)
- 500: Which NASA probe, launched in 1977 and now in interstellar space, carries a Golden Record with sounds and images of Earth? — Voyager 1 (or Voyager 2)
Chemistry Jeopardy
Periodic Table Basics
- 100: Which chemical element, with the symbol O, makes up about 21% of Earth's atmosphere and is essential for human breathing? — Oxygen
- 300: Which group of elements, including helium, neon and argon, is known for being extremely unreactive and sits in the far-right column of the periodic table? — Noble gases (inert gases)
- 500: Which Russian chemist published his periodic table in 1869 and famously left gaps for elements not yet discovered, such as gallium and germanium? — Dmitri Mendeleev
Reactions & Equations
- 100: What is the chemical formula of water? — H2O
- 300: When an acid reacts with a base to form salt and water, what is this type of reaction called? — Neutralization
- 500: In the balanced equation for the complete combustion of propane (C3H8) in oxygen, how many molecules of O2 are needed per molecule of propane? — 5
Famous Chemists
- 100: I am a Polish-born scientist who won Nobel Prizes in both Physics and Chemistry. I discovered polonium and radium. My surname is also the name of a unit of radioactivity. Who am I? — Marie Curie
- 300: I am a Russian chemist who published a table of the elements in 1869. I left gaps in it for elements not yet discovered and predicted their properties. Who am I? — Dmitri Mendeleev
- 500: I am an Anglo-Irish scientist of the 17th century. My 1661 book The Sceptical Chymist challenged alchemy. A law about gas pressure and volume bears my name. Who am I? — Robert Boyle
Kitchen & Home Chemistry
- 100: Which common kitchen powder, chemically sodium bicarbonate, fizzes when mixed with vinegar? — Baking soda (bicarbonate of soda)
- 300: Household bleach should never be mixed with ammonia-based cleaners because it releases toxic fumes of what type of compound, chloramine gas? — Chloramines (chloramine gas)
- 500: Cut apples turn brown because the enzyme polyphenol oxidase reacts with phenols and which gas in the air? — Oxygen
States & Properties of Matter
- 100: At standard atmospheric pressure, at what temperature in degrees Celsius does pure water boil? — 100 °C
- 300: What term describes a solid turning directly into a gas without becoming a liquid, as dry ice does at room temperature? — Sublimation
- 500: At the triple point of a substance, which three phases coexist in equilibrium? Name them. — Solid, liquid and gas
Biology Jeopardy
Cell Basics
- 100: Often called the 'powerhouse of the cell', which organelle produces most of a cell's usable energy? — Mitochondrion (mitochondria)
- 300: Plant cells have a rigid outer layer outside the cell membrane that animal cells lack. What is it called? — Cell wall
- 500: Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis. Which type of nucleic acid is, along with proteins, the main component of ribosomes? — Ribosomal RNA (rRNA)
The Human Body
- 100: Which organ in the human body pumps blood through the circulatory system? — The heart
- 300: Which blood cells, lacking a nucleus when mature, contain hemoglobin and carry oxygen around the body? — Red blood cells (erythrocytes)
- 500: Which small bone in the middle ear, named for its resemblance to a riding accessory, is the smallest bone in the human body? — The stapes (stirrup)
Genetics and DNA
- 100: What three-letter abbreviation stands for the molecule that carries genetic instructions in living things? — DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)
- 300: Humans normally have how many chromosomes in each body cell (not counting egg or sperm cells)? — 46 (23 pairs)
- 500: In DNA, adenine always pairs with which other base? — Thymine
Plant Life
- 100: What gas do plants absorb from the air for photosynthesis? — Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- 300: Which green pigment in plant cells captures light energy for photosynthesis? — Chlorophyll
- 500: What are the tiny pores on the underside of leaves, controlled by guard cells, that regulate gas exchange and water loss? — Stomata (singular: stoma)
Animal Kingdom
- 100: True or false: A whale is a fish. — False – it is a mammal
- 300: True or false: Amphibians such as frogs can breathe partly through their skin. — True – their moist skin absorbs oxygen
- 500: True or false: An octopus has three hearts and blue blood. — True – the blue color comes from copper-based hemocyanin
Science Jeopardy
Forces and Motion
- 100: What invisible force pulls objects toward the center of the Earth and makes a dropped ball fall? — Gravity
- 300: According to Newton's third law, for every action there is an equal and opposite what? — Reaction
- 500: Which unit, named after a famous English scientist, equals the force needed to accelerate a 1 kg mass by 1 meter per second squared? — Newton
Matter and Molecules
- 100: What is the chemical formula for water? — H2O
- 300: Which subatomic particle has a negative electric charge and orbits the nucleus of an atom? — Electron
- 500: On the pH scale, what is the pH value of pure water at room temperature, which counts as neutral? — 7
Living Things
- 100: What is the name of the process by which green plants use sunlight, water and carbon dioxide to make their own food? — Photosynthesis
- 300: What is the name of the green pigment in plant leaves that absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis? — Chlorophyll
- 500: Which scientist's 1859 book 'On the Origin of Species' proposed that species evolve through natural selection, and which group of islands inspired his ideas? — Charles Darwin; the Galápagos Islands
Planet Earth
- 100: What is the largest ocean on Earth, covering about a third of its surface? — Pacific Ocean
- 300: Which layer of Earth's atmosphere, the lowest one, is where weather happens and where we live? — Troposphere
- 500: Name the supercontinent that began breaking apart about 200 million years ago, whose name means 'all lands'. — Pangaea (Pangea)
Science Myth or Fact
- 100: True or false: The Sun is a star. — True – it is the star at the center of our solar system
- 300: True or false: Humans use only 10 percent of their brains. — False – brain imaging shows we use virtually all of it
- 500: True or false: Glass is a slow-flowing liquid, which is why old church windows are thicker at the bottom. — False – glass is an amorphous solid; uneven old panes came from the manufacturing process
Math Jeopardy
Number Crunchers
- 100: What is 7 times 8? — 56
- 300: What is the next number in this pattern: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, ...? — 21
- 500: What is 12 squared, which means 12 times 12? — 144
Shape Detectives
- 100: I am a shape with three straight sides and three corners. A slice of pizza often looks like me. What shape am I? — Triangle
- 300: A rectangle is 6 cm long and 4 cm wide. What is its perimeter, the distance all the way around? — 20 cm
- 500: The angles inside any triangle always add up to this many degrees. What is the number? — 180
Fraction Action
- 100: If you cut a pizza into 2 equal slices and eat 1 slice, what fraction of the pizza have you eaten? — One half (1/2)
- 300: What is 1/3 + 1/6? Give your answer in its simplest form. — 1/2 (one half)
- 500: What is 3/4 divided by 3/8? — 2
Story Problems
- 100: Mia has 5 apples and her friend gives her 4 more. How many apples does Mia have now? — 9
- 300: A pizza is cut into 8 equal slices. Sam eats 3 slices and Lily eats 2 slices. How many slices are left? — 3
- 500: A farmer has chickens and cows. Together they have 10 heads and 28 legs. How many cows are there? — 4
True or False Math
- 100: True or false: A triangle has exactly three sides. — True – that is why it is called a triangle
- 300: True or false: Zero is an even number. — True – it can be divided by 2 with nothing left over
- 500: True or false: Adding two odd numbers, like 7 + 9, always gives an odd answer. — False – it always gives an even number (7 + 9 = 16)
Bible Jeopardy
Creation and Beginnings
- 100: According to the Book of Genesis, what is the name of the first man created by God? — Adam
- 300: According to Genesis, on which day of creation did God make the sun, moon and stars? — The fourth day
- 500: The Gospel of John begins with the words 'In the beginning was the...' What is the missing word? — Word (Logos)
Heroes of the Old Testament
- 100: Which young shepherd defeated the giant Goliath with a sling and a stone? — David
- 300: Which Old Testament leader led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai? — Moses
- 500: Which woman judge, together with the commander Barak, led Israel to victory over Sisera's army and is called a prophetess in the Book of Judges? — Deborah
Life of Jesus
- 100: In which town, according to the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, was Jesus born? — Bethlehem
- 300: Which disciple betrayed Jesus to the authorities for thirty pieces of silver? — Judas Iscariot
- 500: In which village did Jesus spend his childhood, and where Luke says Mary received the angel's announcement? — Nazareth
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a man who built a huge boat at God's command. I took my family and pairs of animals aboard. A dove I sent out returned with an olive leaf. Who am I? — Noah
- 300: I am a Jewish tax collector who climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus in Jericho. Jesus then stayed at my house, and I promised to repay those I had cheated. Who am I? — Zacchaeus
- 500: I was a Moabite woman who stayed with my mother-in-law Naomi, saying 'Your people will be my people.' I gleaned grain in Bethlehem and married Boaz. Who am I? — Ruth
Miracles and Parables
- 100: At a wedding in Cana, Jesus performed his first recorded miracle by turning water into what? — Wine
- 300: In the parable of the Prodigal Son, what job does the younger son take after he has spent all his inheritance and a famine strikes? — Feeding pigs (swineherd)
- 500: In the parable of the sower, name one of the three things that stopped seed from bearing fruit: the path, the rocky ground, or what third kind of ground? — Thorns (thorny ground)
Fourth of July Jeopardy
Founding Fathers
- 100: Which Founding Father became the first President of the United States in 1789? — George Washington
- 300: Who was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and later became the third President? — Thomas Jefferson
- 500: Which two Founding Fathers died on July 4, 1826, exactly 50 years after the Declaration was adopted? — John Adams and Thomas Jefferson
Declaration Details
- 100: This Virginian is credited as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. — Thomas Jefferson
- 300: Which king of Great Britain is the target of the long list of grievances in the Declaration? — King George III
- 500: The Continental Congress voted in favor of independence on this date, two days before the Declaration's text was approved. — July 2, 1776
Revolutionary Years
- 100: In which year did the Continental Congress adopt the Declaration of Independence, the event celebrated every July 4th? — 1776
- 300: In which year did the Battles of Lexington and Concord begin the Revolutionary War with the 'shot heard round the world'? — 1775
- 500: In which year did the Treaty of Paris formally end the Revolutionary War, with Britain recognizing American independence? — 1783
Stars and Stripes
- 100: How many stripes are on the American flag? — 13
- 300: Which Francis Scott Key poem, written during the War of 1812 after the bombardment of Fort McHenry, became the U.S. national anthem? — The Star-Spangled Banner
- 500: Which Congress resolution of June 14, 1777, specified 13 stripes and 13 white stars on a blue field, a date now celebrated as Flag Day? — The Flag Resolution (Flag Act of 1777)
Fireworks and Cookouts
- 100: Which meat sausage, typically served in a bun with mustard or ketchup, is a classic fixture at American Fourth of July cookouts? — Hot dog
- 300: Which chemical element, when burned, gives fireworks a bright green color: barium, sodium or strontium? — Barium
- 500: Which Founding Father wrote that Independence Day should be celebrated with 'pomp and parade, with shews, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations'? — John Adams
St. Patrick's Day Jeopardy
Saint Patrick Stories
- 100: On March 17, St. Patrick's Day, which three-leaved plant is said to have been used by Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity? — Shamrock
- 300: Patrick was not born in Ireland. He was kidnapped as a teenager and brought there as a slave from which island, where he was born? — Britain (Roman Britain)
- 500: Patrick's own surviving autobiographical text, written in Latin, is known by what one-word title meaning a statement of faith? — Confessio (The Confession)
Emerald Isle Geography
- 100: What is the capital city of the Republic of Ireland? — Dublin
- 300: Which river, the longest in Ireland, flows from County Cavan through Limerick into the Atlantic? — River Shannon
- 500: Carrauntoohil, the highest mountain in Ireland, is in which mountain range in County Kerry? — MacGillycuddy's Reeks
Everything Green
- 100: This three-leaved green plant is the best-known symbol of Ireland and is traditionally worn on March 17th. — Shamrock (clover)
- 300: Which pigment, found in plants, gives leaves their green color and enables photosynthesis? — Chlorophyll
- 500: Which green-colored spirit, nicknamed 'the green fairy' and flavored with wormwood, was banned in many countries in the early 1900s? — Absinthe
Irish Music and Literature
- 100: Which Dublin-born rock band, fronted by Bono, released the albums The Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby? — U2
- 300: Which Dublin author wrote the 1922 novel Ulysses, which follows Leopold Bloom through a single day, 16 June? — James Joyce
- 500: Which Irish poet, winner of the 1995 Nobel Prize in Literature, wrote the collection Death of a Naturalist and the poem Digging? — Seamus Heaney
Who Am I? Irish Icons
- 100: I am a small, mischievous creature of Irish folklore. I make shoes, and I hide a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Who am I? — A leprechaun
- 300: I am a famous stone in a castle near Cork. Visitors hang upside down to kiss me, hoping to gain the gift of eloquence. What am I? — The Blarney Stone
- 500: I was born in Dublin in 1856 and won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1925. My play 'Pygmalion' was later turned into the musical 'My Fair Lady'. Who am I? — George Bernard Shaw
Valentine's Day Jeopardy
Love Song Lyrics
- 100: Complete the Beatles lyric: "All you need is ..." — Love
- 300: Which Elvis Presley song, from 1961, begins "Wise men say, only fools rush in"? — Can't Help Falling in Love
- 500: Which Roxy Music-era frontman had a 1985 solo hit with "Slave to Love", a song on his album Boys and Girls? — Bryan Ferry
Famous Couples
- 100: In Shakespeare's most famous tragic love story, which young Verona lover dies alongside Juliet? — Romeo
- 300: Which two actors, who married each other twice, starred together in the 1963 film Cleopatra and became tabloid legends as a couple? — Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton
- 500: Which two French medieval lovers, a philosopher-theologian and his brilliant pupil, are famous for their passionate letters and are buried together in Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris? — Abelard and Heloise (Héloïse)
Rom-Com Royalty
- 100: In the 1990 film Pretty Woman, which actress plays Vivian Ward, opposite Richard Gere? — Julia Roberts
- 300: Which 1993 romantic comedy starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan ends with the couple meeting at the top of the Empire State Building? — Sleepless in Seattle
- 500: Which 1995 film, based on a Jane Austen novel, was adapted by Emma Thompson, who won an Oscar for the screenplay? — Sense and Sensibility
Cupid's History
- 100: On which date is Valentine's Day celebrated each year? — February 14 (14th February)
- 300: In the ancient myth, which mortal princess did Cupid fall in love with, eventually marrying her and making her immortal? — Psyche
- 500: Which ancient Roman fertility festival, held in mid-February, is often cited as a possible pagan origin of Valentine's Day? — Lupercalia
Who Am I? Lovers
- 100: I am a Shakespearean teenager from Verona. I fell for a Capulet at a masked ball, and I took poison in her tomb believing her dead. Who am I? — Romeo (Romeo Montague)
- 300: I am a 1997 film, with a ship, a drawing and a very large diamond. I star Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio, and my theme song is sung by Celine Dion. What am I? — Titanic
- 500: I am a Scottish-born poet's muse and lover. Clue 1: I was a married woman whom a 1790s Edinburgh poet courted in letters under the name Clarinda. Clue 2: He wrote 'Ae Fond Kiss' for me. Who am I? — Agnes Maclehose (Nancy McLehose, Clarinda)
New Year's Eve Jeopardy
Midnight Rituals
- 100: What song is traditionally sung at midnight on New Year's Eve in Scotland and across the English-speaking world, with lyrics by Robert Burns? — Auld Lang Syne
- 300: In Spain, people traditionally eat twelve of what small items, one per chime of the clock at midnight, for good luck in the new year? — Grapes
- 500: In the Scottish and northern English custom of 'first-footing', what is the first visitor over the threshold after midnight ideally supposed to be, in terms of hair colour and gender? — A tall, dark-haired man
Lucky Eats and Drinks
- 100: In Spain, people eat twelve of these small fruits, one for each chime of midnight, to bring good luck in the new year. Which fruit? — Grapes
- 300: In Italy, a pork sausage dish of this name, often served with lentils, is eaten at New Year because the lentils resemble coins. Which sausage, whose name means 'trotter'? — Cotechino (or zampone)
- 500: In Japan, long buckwheat noodles eaten on New Year's Eve to symbolize letting go of the old year and a long life are called what, literally 'year-crossing' noodles? — Toshikoshi soba
Big Screen Moments
- 100: In the 1989 romantic comedy 'When Harry Met Sally...', the two main characters finally share a kiss at a party on which holiday night? — New Year's Eve
- 300: The 2023 double feature nicknamed 'Barbenheimer' paired 'Barbie' with which biographical film directed by Christopher Nolan? — Oppenheimer
- 500: Which 1960 Billy Wilder film, winner of Best Picture, ends with the line 'Shut up and deal' after a New Year's Eve party scene? — The Apartment
Chart Toppers
- 100: Michael Jackson's death shook the music world this year, the same year the Black Eyed Peas' "I Gotta Feeling" became a huge New Year's Eve party anthem. What year? — 2009
- 300: Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" hit UK number one for the first time at Christmas of this year, staying there for nine weeks into the new year. What year? — 1975
- 500: Auld Lang Syne was famously swapped for a different tune on the Times Square ball drop broadcast? No: in which year did Wham!'s "Last Christmas" first reach the UK charts, peaking at number two behind Band Aid? — 1984
Viral Sensations
- 100: Which South Korean artist's 2012 song and horse-riding dance became the first YouTube video to pass one billion views? — Psy ("Gangnam Style")
- 300: In 2015, a photo of a dress sparked a worldwide argument over whether it was blue and black or which other two colors? — White and gold
- 500: In 2018, a viral online trend saw people filming themselves dancing alongside moving cars after Canadian rapper Drake released the video for which song, which also named the challenge? — In My Feelings (the Kiki Challenge)
Easter Jeopardy
Easter Traditions
- 100: At Easter, children traditionally go on a hunt for these decorated treats, hidden around the garden by a famous bunny. What are they? — Easter eggs
- 300: The Easter season is preceded by a 40-day period of fasting and reflection that begins on Ash Wednesday. What is it called? — Lent
- 500: Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon following which spring event, occurring around March 21? — The spring (vernal) equinox
Eggs Everywhere
- 100: Which bird lays the eggs most commonly eaten by people around the world? — Chicken (hen)
- 300: What is the name of the yellow center of an egg, which is surrounded by the egg white? — Yolk
- 500: Which Russian jeweler made the famous jeweled Easter eggs for the Russian imperial family, starting in 1885? — Peter Carl Fabergé (Fabergé)
Spring Into Nature
- 100: Which small yellow flower, often seen on lawns in spring, has a fluffy white seed head that children blow on to make a wish? — Dandelion
- 300: What do we call the process in which birds fly to warmer places for winter and come back in spring? — Migration
- 500: What is the name of the green pigment in plant leaves that captures sunlight for photosynthesis? — Chlorophyll
Easter Through History
- 100: In which year did the Titanic sink on its first voyage, just a few days before Easter Sunday? — 1912
- 300: In which year did the Great Fire of London start, a blaze that destroyed St Paul's Cathedral and much of the old city? — 1666
- 500: In which year did the Easter Rising, an armed Irish uprising against British rule, begin in Dublin? — 1916
Bunnies and Sweets
- 100: What vegetable is Bugs Bunny famously seen chewing while saying "What's up, Doc?" — A carrot
- 300: What is the main ingredient of chocolate, made from beans that grow in pods on a tropical tree? — Cacao (cocoa) beans
- 500: In Beatrix Potter's 1902 tale, which mischievous young rabbit in a blue jacket squeezes under Mr. McGregor's garden gate to steal vegetables? — Peter Rabbit
Halloween Jeopardy
Spooky Origins
- 100: Carved with a scary face and lit by a candle, which vegetable-fruit is the classic Halloween decoration today? — Pumpkin (jack-o'-lantern)
- 300: Halloween traditions trace back to an ancient festival of which people, marking the end of harvest on October 31 and November 1? — The Celts (Samhain)
- 500: Mary Shelley conceived Frankenstein in 1816 during a ghost-story contest near which lake in Switzerland? — Lake Geneva
Monster Mash
- 100: In Mary Shelley's famous novel, what is the name of the scientist who brings a creature to life, often wrongly believed to be the monster's name? — Victor Frankenstein
- 300: Which Scottish lake is home to a legendary monster nicknamed 'Nessie'? — Loch Ness
- 500: Bram Stoker's Dracula was published in which year: 1797, 1847, 1897 or 1927? — 1897
Haunted Movies
- 100: In this 1984 comedy, a team of parapsychologists in New York start a business catching spirits. Which question does the theme song ask, 'Who ya gonna call?' — Ghostbusters
- 300: In the 1990 film Home Alone, the neighbor Old Man Marley is rumored to be a killer, but what is he actually shown to be? — A kind, lonely man who is estranged from his son (a harmless old man)
- 500: Which 1993 Tim Burton-produced stop-motion film features Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, who tries to take over Christmas? — The Nightmare Before Christmas
Candy Corner
- 100: Which chocolate candy shares its name with a famous small, button-like shape and promises to 'melt in your mouth, not in your hand'? — M&M's
- 300: Which candy, named for a bird-like color-coded kernel shape, is traditionally tri-colored in white, orange and yellow and is a Halloween staple? — Candy corn
- 500: Which Halloween-season tradition, where children went door to door asking for food in exchange for prayers for the dead, is the medieval English custom 'souling' said to have inspired? — Trick-or-treating
Who Am I? Monsters
- 100: Who am I? I was brought to life by lightning in a lab. I'm often wrongly called by my creator's name. I'm a stitched-together giant with bolts in my neck. — Frankenstein's monster (Frankenstein's creature)
- 300: Who am I? I'm a Greek monster with a woman's face and snakes for hair. Perseus defeated me using a mirrored shield. One look at me turns you to stone. — Medusa
- 500: Who am I? I first appeared in a 1954 Japanese film. I'm a giant sea creature awakened by nuclear testing. My name combines the Japanese words for gorilla and whale. — Godzilla (Gojira)
Thanksgiving Jeopardy
Pilgrims and Beginnings
- 100: What was the name of the ship that carried the Pilgrims from England to North America in 1620? — The Mayflower
- 300: In 1621, the Pilgrims shared a harvest feast with people of which Native American nation, whose leader was Massasoit? — The Wampanoag
- 500: Before the Mayflower landed in 1620, the male passengers signed a short document establishing self-government. What is it called? — The Mayflower Compact
Feast Favorites
- 100: Which large bird is the traditional centerpiece of an American Thanksgiving dinner? — Turkey
- 300: Tart red berries are cooked with sugar into a sauce for Thanksgiving. Which berry is it? — Cranberry
- 500: Which company introduced the frozen 'TV dinner' in 1953 after reportedly having a huge surplus of leftover Thanksgiving turkeys? — Swanson
Gridiron Gobblers
- 100: Which NFL team from Michigan traditionally plays a home game every Thanksgiving Day, a tradition going back to 1934? — Detroit Lions
- 300: Lions owner George A. Richards started the Thanksgiving game in 1934 to attract fans in the city, and the game was broadcast nationally on which medium, a major draw for the era? — Radio
- 500: Thanksgiving is celebrated in Canada on the second Monday of October. Which Englishman, searching for the Northwest Passage, held a 1578 thanksgiving ceremony in Newfoundland, sometimes called Canada's first? — Martin Frobisher
Parades and Presidents
- 100: Which New York City department store has sponsored a famous Thanksgiving Day parade since 1924, featuring giant balloons and ending with Santa Claus? — Macy's
- 300: Which President issued a proclamation in 1863 setting a national day of Thanksgiving, during the Civil War? — Abraham Lincoln
- 500: Which magazine editor, known as the 'Mother of Thanksgiving' and author of 'Mary Had a Little Lamb', campaigned for decades to make it a national holiday and wrote to Lincoln? — Sarah Josepha Hale
Thanksgiving Year Check
- 100: In what year did the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag share the harvest feast that is commonly seen as the first Thanksgiving, in Plymouth Colony? — 1621
- 300: In what year did Congress pass a law fixing Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November, after Franklin Roosevelt's earlier move of the date caused confusion? — 1941
- 500: In what year did Macy's hold its first Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, featuring live zoo animals instead of giant balloons? — 1924
Christmas Jeopardy
Holiday Traditions
- 100: According to tradition, which plant do people hang above a doorway at Christmas so that people standing beneath it may share a kiss? — Mistletoe
- 300: Which country is the origin of the Christmas tree tradition as we know it, with decorated fir trees brought indoors in the 16th century? — Germany
- 500: Which day, celebrated on December 26 in the UK and many Commonwealth countries, traditionally saw servants and tradespeople receive gift boxes? — Boxing Day
Carol Corner
- 100: In the carol 'Jingle Bells', what type of vehicle are we told it is fun to ride in, drawn by one horse? — A sleigh (open sleigh)
- 300: Which carol, originally written in German in 1818 in an Austrian village, begins 'Stille Nacht'? — Silent Night
- 500: Which English carol, first published in 1833 by William Sandys, tells listeners to 'rest ye merry, gentlemen' and ends with 'tidings of comfort and joy'? — God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen
Christmas Movies
- 100: In the 1990 comedy, which young boy is accidentally left behind when his family flies to Paris for Christmas? — Kevin McCallister (Home Alone)
- 300: In the 2003 film Elf, what is the name of the human-raised elf played by Will Ferrell? — Buddy
- 500: In the 1983 film A Christmas Story, what does young Ralphie desperately want, despite being told he'll shoot his eye out? — A Red Ryder BB gun
Festive Feasts
- 100: What bird is the traditional centerpiece of a Christmas dinner in the United States and many other English-speaking countries? — Turkey
- 300: In Britain, which traditional dessert made with dried fruit is doused in brandy and set alight before being served on Christmas Day? — Christmas pudding (plum pudding)
- 500: In Japan, a Christmas meal from which fast-food chain became a national tradition after a 1970s marketing campaign? — KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)
Who Am I?
- 100: I am a famous figure who wears red, lives at the North Pole and has a long white beard. I travel by sleigh and say "Ho ho ho!" Who am I? — Santa Claus (Father Christmas)
- 300: I am a green creature with a heart that is "two sizes too small." I live on a mountain above Whoville and try to steal Christmas. I was created by Dr. Seuss. Who am I? — The Grinch
- 500: I am a Christmas-season plant native to Mexico. An American ambassador to Mexico brought me to the US in the 1820s. My colored "petals" are actually leaves called bracts. What am I? — Poinsettia
General Knowledge Jeopardy
World Geography
- 100: Which is the largest continent on Earth by area? — Asia
- 300: Which African country has the city of Timbuktu, a historic trading hub near the Sahara? — Mali
- 500: Which landlocked country lies between Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and China and has Bishkek as its capital? — Kyrgyzstan
History Highlights
- 100: In which year did the Titanic sink on its maiden voyage after hitting an iceberg in the North Atlantic? — 1912
- 300: In which year did the Berlin Wall fall, opening the border between East and West Berlin? — 1989
- 500: In which year was the Treaty of Westphalia signed, ending the Thirty Years' War in Europe? — 1648
Science and Nature
- 100: Which planet in our solar system is known as the Red Planet? — Mars
- 300: What is the chemical symbol for the element sodium? — Na
- 500: Which scale, running from 1 to 10, ranks minerals by their resistance to scratching, with talc at 1 and diamond at 10? — Mohs scale
Arts and Literature
- 100: Which Italian artist painted the Mona Lisa? — Leonardo da Vinci
- 300: Which English playwright wrote the tragedy in which the Prince of Denmark says 'To be, or not to be'? — William Shakespeare
- 500: Which Dutch painter created the 1642 group portrait The Night Watch? — Rembrandt (Rembrandt van Rijn)
Food and Drink
- 100: Which Italian dish, topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella, is traditionally associated with the city of Naples? — Pizza
- 300: Which spice, derived from the dried stigmas of a crocus flower, is the most expensive by weight in the world? — Saffron
- 500: Which Japanese dish consists of thin slices of raw fish served without rice, often with soy sauce and wasabi? — Sashimi
Hard Jeopardy
Scientific Oddities
- 100: Which metal, symbol Hg, is the only one that is liquid at standard room temperature and pressure, apart from rare exceptions? — Mercury
- 300: Which animal's cube-shaped droppings have been studied by scientists, including a 2018 fluid-dynamics study of how they form? — The wombat
- 500: Name the phenomenon in which hot water can sometimes freeze faster than cold water, named after a Tanzanian schoolboy who observed it in the 1960s. — The Mpemba effect
World Capitals & Borders
- 100: Which city has been the capital of Australia since 1927, chosen as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne? — Canberra
- 300: Which African capital is the city with the name meaning 'New Flower' in Amharic? — Addis Ababa
- 500: Which city, capital of Kazakhstan until 1997, was succeeded by Akmola, later renamed Astana and then Nur-Sultan before reverting to Astana in 2022? — Almaty
Literary Lions
- 100: Which author created the character Aslan, the lion who rules the land of Narnia? — C. S. Lewis
- 300: Which British poet, known for 'The Tyger', also wrote the companion poem 'The Lamb' in his 'Songs of Innocence and of Experience'? — William Blake
- 500: In Ernest Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea', what does Santiago repeatedly dream about from his youth in Africa? — Lions
Turning Points
- 100: In which year did the Berlin Wall fall, an event that foreshadowed the end of the Cold War division of Europe? — 1989
- 300: In which year did Mikhail Gorbachev resign as Soviet president, leaving the USSR to be formally dissolved the following day? — 1991
- 500: In which year did the Meiji Restoration begin in Japan, ending the Tokugawa shogunate's rule and restoring imperial power? — 1868
Etymology Origins
- 100: The word 'quarantine' comes from Italian words for a period of forty days, originally the time ships were kept isolated during outbreaks of which medieval disease? — The plague (Black Death)
- 300: The word 'sabotage' is popularly linked to workers throwing which wooden footwear into machinery, a word from French? — Sabots (clogs)
- 500: The English word 'trivia' is often traced to Latin 'trivium', meaning a place where three of what meet? — Roads (ways)
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