All College Day Trivia Game 1

What is the name of the NICC Cougar Mascot?

• Chance

• Charlie

• Chase

• Carson

How many Fall and Spring teaching days are on an NICC Academic Calendar?

• 180

• 160

• 173

• 150

Which country originated the sport of curling?

• Russia

• Denmark

• Iceland

• Scotland

Answer explanation

The origin of curling traces back to 16th century Scotland, where the sport was played on frozen ponds and lochs. The first recorded match took place around 1541: a Scottish notary recorded a challenge between a monk at Paisley Abbey and a relative of the abbot.

What is the capital city of Australia?

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Canberra

• Brisbane

What year did the college's name change from NITI to NICC?

• 1979

• 1986

• 1988

• 1990

Who is the success coach for competency-based education (CBE) programs at NICC?

• Sheila Becker

• Lindsey Haas

• Lynn Besler

• Kelli Smutzler

Answer explanation

Competency-Based Education (CBE) is a course delivery method where you control the pace that learning takes place. This learning model is based on two key components: learning for competency and flexible-pacing. CBE focuses on helping you achieve competence or mastery of the concepts and skills covered in courses, while allowing you the flexibility to move more quickly or slowly through the courses. Currently, NICC offers 3 programs with the CBE delivery method (Business Administration AAS, Business Administration Certificate, Welding)  Learn more at www.nicc.edu/cbe.

Which condiment was used as medicine during the 1830s?

• mustard

• ketchup

• pickle juice

• vinegar

What is the smallest country in the world?

• Vatican City

• Monaco

• Malta

• Nauru

Answer explanation

The smallest country in the world is Vatican City, with a landmass of just 0.49 square kilometers (0.19 square miles). Vatican City is an independent state surrounded by Rome.

What would you NOT find on the Helpdesk Site?

• WiFi information

• CDL registration information

• Zoom information

• New Employee login information

When Michael Jordan played for the Chicago Bulls, how many NBA Championships did he win?

• 6

• 8

• 5

• 7

Answer explanation

1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998