Cultural Trivia from Around the World

Which of these biomes is not present in California?

• Alpine tundra
• Boreal forest (taiga)
• Mediterranean woodland
• Desert

How old are the Appalachian Mountains, which run through western North Carolina?

• 400 million years old
• 40 million years old
• 400,000 years old
• 40,00 years old

Which of these chains was founded in California?

• Starbucks

• Subway
• McDonalds
• Panda Express

Which of these was invented in Ireland?

• The steam engine

• The modern submarine

• The ballpoint pen
• The telephone

Which dish is most famously associated with Hyderabad’s culinary heritage?

• Biryani
• Dosa
• Chole bhature
• Butter chicken

Which Israeli holiday is known for costumes, parties, and giving gifts of food?

• Passover

• Yom Kippur
• Purim

• Rosh Hashanah

What food is Lucknow especially famous for?

• Galouti kebab
• Butter chicken
• Biryani
• Rogan josh

Which of these items of clothing was invented during the California Gold Rush?

• Suspenders

• Flannel shirts
• Leather boots
• Blue jeans

Which of these celebrities is not Israeli or Israeli-born?

• Shira Haas

• Gal Gadot
• Natalie Portman
• Rami Malek

In India, which animal is widely revered in Hinduism and is often seen freely roaming streets in many cities?

• Tiger
• Cow
• Monkey
• Elephant