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Sports IQ


What NFL team once used this in their logo?
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The Cleveland Browns used a leaping brown and white elf mascot during the period from 1959 to 1969, a figure commonly referred to as Brownie the Elf. Team archives describe the character as a representation of agility and craftsmanship that linked early franchise identity with regional folklore influences. Historical records note that the logo appeared on media guides and promotional materials even though the team continued to use a plain orange helmet on the field. Sources: (Pro Football Hall of Fame Archives, Cleveland Browns Team History Department, Encyclopedia Britannica)
The Cleveland Browns used a leaping brown and white elf mascot during the period from 1959 to 1969, a figure commonly referred to as Brownie the Elf. Team archives describe the character as a representation of agility and craftsmanship that linked early franchise identity with regional folklore influences. Historical records note that the logo appeared on media guides and promotional materials even though the team continued to use a plain orange helmet on the field. Sources: (Pro Football Hall of Fame Archives, Cleveland Browns Team History Department, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Alphabetically Speaking

Which word is used to represent the letter E in the standardized NATO phonetic alphabet?
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The NATO phonetic alphabet assigns the word "Echo" to represent the letter E for clarity in spoken communication. Military and aviation communication guidelines emphasize its use to reduce errors caused by similar sounding letters. Reference materials consistently list "Echo" as the standardized term across NATO and international aviation agencies. Sources: (International Civil Aviation Organization, U.S. Department of Defense Communications Manual, Encyclopedia Britannica)
The NATO phonetic alphabet assigns the word "Echo" to represent the letter E for clarity in spoken communication. Military and aviation communication guidelines emphasize its use to reduce errors caused by similar sounding letters. Reference materials consistently list "Echo" as the standardized term across NATO and international aviation agencies. Sources: (International Civil Aviation Organization, U.S. Department of Defense Communications Manual, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Jazz Age

Which jazz style emerging in the 1940s is recognized for its fast tempos and intricate melodic lines?
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Bebop developed in the 1940s as a jazz style emphasizing fast tempos, harmonic complexity, and virtuosic improvisation. Music historians credit performers such as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie with shaping its defining characteristics. Reference works identify bebop as a major turning point that shifted jazz from dance music toward a more performance centered art form. Sources: (Smithsonian Magazine, Encyclopedia Britannica, Jazz at Lincoln Center Archives)
Bebop developed in the 1940s as a jazz style emphasizing fast tempos, harmonic complexity, and virtuosic improvisation. Music historians credit performers such as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie with shaping its defining characteristics. Reference works identify bebop as a major turning point that shifted jazz from dance music toward a more performance centered art form. Sources: (Smithsonian Magazine, Encyclopedia Britannica, Jazz at Lincoln Center Archives)
Culinary Culture

Which cut listed here does NOT belong among the beef roasts commonly chosen for low and slow cooking?
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Beef cuts such as brisket, rump, and chuck are all recognized for performing well in long duration slow cooking. Culinary references explain that these cuts contain connective tissue that softens during extended heat, making them suitable for roasting. There is no beef roast known as Boston, and the commonly mentioned Boston butt is a pork shoulder cut rather than a type of beef roast. Sources: (U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Cattlemen's Beef Association, The Culinary Institute of America)
Beef cuts such as brisket, rump, and chuck are all recognized for performing well in long duration slow cooking. Culinary references explain that these cuts contain connective tissue that softens during extended heat, making them suitable for roasting. There is no beef roast known as Boston, and the commonly mentioned Boston butt is a pork shoulder cut rather than a type of beef roast. Sources: (U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Cattlemen's Beef Association, The Culinary Institute of America)
In The News

Who finished second in the New York City mayoral election, losing to Zohran Mamdani despite having a notable political surname?
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Reporting on the 2025 New York City mayoral race identified Andrew Cuomo as the runner up to Zohran Mamdani in the final vote tally. New York election summaries note that Cuomo entered the race later than most candidates, drawing national attention because of his well known surname in state politics. State and city election records provide the official ranking of all certified candidates. Sources: (New York State Board of Elections, New York City Campaign Finance Board, Associated Press)
Reporting on the 2025 New York City mayoral race identified Andrew Cuomo as the runner up to Zohran Mamdani in the final vote tally. New York election summaries note that Cuomo entered the race later than most candidates, drawing national attention because of his well known surname in state politics. State and city election records provide the official ranking of all certified candidates. Sources: (New York State Board of Elections, New York City Campaign Finance Board, Associated Press)
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Famous Folks

Who is pictured here?
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Margaret Thatcher served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990, becoming the first woman to hold the office. Her tenure is noted for economic policies focused on privatization, deregulation, and reductions in state influence over industry. Historical analyses identify her leadership as a pivotal period in late twentieth century British political and economic transformation. Sources: (UK National Archives, Encyclopedia Britannica, British Parliament Historical Records)
Margaret Thatcher served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990, becoming the first woman to hold the office. Her tenure is noted for economic policies focused on privatization, deregulation, and reductions in state influence over industry. Historical analyses identify her leadership as a pivotal period in late twentieth century British political and economic transformation. Sources: (UK National Archives, Encyclopedia Britannica, British Parliament Historical Records)
Popular Television

What type of food is served at Nemo's, the neighborhood hangout frequently visited in the series "Everybody Loves Raymond"?
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Nemo's, the restaurant featured throughout the series "Everybody Loves Raymond", is depicted as a neighborhood pizzeria frequented by the Barone family. Episode summaries and production references identify it as a recurring spot for casual meals. Television archives consistently describe the establishment as serving pizza. Sources: (TV Land Archives, Paramount Television Production Notes, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Nemo's, the restaurant featured throughout the series "Everybody Loves Raymond", is depicted as a neighborhood pizzeria frequented by the Barone family. Episode summaries and production references identify it as a recurring spot for casual meals. Television archives consistently describe the establishment as serving pizza. Sources: (TV Land Archives, Paramount Television Production Notes, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Medical History

In clinical terminology, what everyday foot condition is identified by the medical name tinea pedis?
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Clinical references describe tinea pedis as a superficial fungal infection that commonly affects the skin between the toes. Dermatophyte fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, which is why this condition is frequently associated with locker rooms and communal showers. Medical literature identifies it as one of the most widespread fungal infections diagnosed in outpatient care. Sources: (American Academy of Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic)
Clinical references describe tinea pedis as a superficial fungal infection that commonly affects the skin between the toes. Dermatophyte fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, which is why this condition is frequently associated with locker rooms and communal showers. Medical literature identifies it as one of the most widespread fungal infections diagnosed in outpatient care. Sources: (American Academy of Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic)
The Music Biz

Which record label launched a mail order music club in 1955 that shipped discounted albums to its subscribers?
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The Columbia Record Club began in 1955 when Columbia Records introduced a mail order subscription service for discounted albums. Historical sources describe how the program quickly grew into one of the largest direct to consumer music distributors of its era. Archival records show that it influenced later subscription based music services. Sources: (Smithsonian Magazine, Encyclopedia Britannica, Library of Congress)
The Columbia Record Club began in 1955 when Columbia Records introduced a mail order subscription service for discounted albums. Historical sources describe how the program quickly grew into one of the largest direct to consumer music distributors of its era. Archival records show that it influenced later subscription based music services. Sources: (Smithsonian Magazine, Encyclopedia Britannica, Library of Congress)
How Poetic

Which classic poem is known for introducing the idiom that portrays this bird as a burdensome weight around one's neck?
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Literary analyses identify the idiom describing a burden carried around one's neck as originating from the albatross episode in the poem "The Rime Of The Ancient Mariner". Scholars explain that the bird becomes a symbolic weight after the mariner kills it, leading to the expression adopted in later English usage. Reference works consistently cite this poem as the definitive source of the idiom. Sources: (Encyclopedia Britannica, Poetry Foundation, Cambridge Literature Archive)
Literary analyses identify the idiom describing a burden carried around one's neck as originating from the albatross episode in the poem "The Rime Of The Ancient Mariner". Scholars explain that the bird becomes a symbolic weight after the mariner kills it, leading to the expression adopted in later English usage. Reference works consistently cite this poem as the definitive source of the idiom. Sources: (Encyclopedia Britannica, Poetry Foundation, Cambridge Literature Archive)
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Science Stuff

What is the scientific name for these rounded boiling flasks commonly used in laboratory heating?
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Florence flasks (causally called Boiling flasks) are round bottom laboratory vessels designed to evenly heat and mix liquids during scientific experiments. Scientific equipment references state that their shape allows for uniform thermal distribution and reduces stress points during heating. Laboratory manuals consistently describe them as common glassware used in chemistry for boiling and storage applications. Sources: (National Institute of Standards and Technology, Royal Society of Chemistry, Smithsonian Science Education Center)
Florence flasks (causally called Boiling flasks) are round bottom laboratory vessels designed to evenly heat and mix liquids during scientific experiments. Scientific equipment references state that their shape allows for uniform thermal distribution and reduces stress points during heating. Laboratory manuals consistently describe them as common glassware used in chemistry for boiling and storage applications. Sources: (National Institute of Standards and Technology, Royal Society of Chemistry, Smithsonian Science Education Center)
Movie Franchises

Fallen Kingdom, Dominion, and Rebirth are film titles that appear within which well known movie franchise?
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The film franchise "Jurassic World" includes titles such as Fallen Kingdom, Dominion, and Rebirth. Production records identify these as entries in the continuation of the original "Jurassic Park" series, expanding the storyline into new settings. Film industry references consistently group these titles within the Jurassic World franchise. Sources: (Universal Pictures Production Notes, American Film Institute Catalog, Encyclopedia Britannica)
The film franchise "Jurassic World" includes titles such as Fallen Kingdom, Dominion, and Rebirth. Production records identify these as entries in the continuation of the original "Jurassic Park" series, expanding the storyline into new settings. Film industry references consistently group these titles within the Jurassic World franchise. Sources: (Universal Pictures Production Notes, American Film Institute Catalog, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Crafted Creations

Which statue did artist Michelangelo complete in 1504, using a single block of marble that earlier sculptors had abandoned?
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Michelangelo completed the statue known as "David" from a single block of marble that had been previously rejected by other sculptors. Art historians note that the artist transformed the flawed stone into one of the most influential works of the Renaissance. Museum and archival records identify 1504 as the year the finished statue was unveiled in Florence. Sources: (Florence Cathedral Archives, Galleria dell'Accademia Records, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Michelangelo completed the statue known as "David" from a single block of marble that had been previously rejected by other sculptors. Art historians note that the artist transformed the flawed stone into one of the most influential works of the Renaissance. Museum and archival records identify 1504 as the year the finished statue was unveiled in Florence. Sources: (Florence Cathedral Archives, Galleria dell'Accademia Records, Encyclopedia Britannica)
The Name Game

What former name was used for the island nation now known as Sri Lanka?
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Historical references record that the nation now known as Sri Lanka was officially called "Ceylon" during periods of Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial rule. The name remained in use until the country adopted its current designation in 1972 following constitutional changes. Scholarly sources identify "Ceylon" as the internationally recognized name prior to this transition. Sources: (Encyclopedia Britannica, Sri Lankan Government Archives, Oxford Reference)
Historical references record that the nation now known as Sri Lanka was officially called "Ceylon" during periods of Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial rule. The name remained in use until the country adopted its current designation in 1972 following constitutional changes. Scholarly sources identify "Ceylon" as the internationally recognized name prior to this transition. Sources: (Encyclopedia Britannica, Sri Lankan Government Archives, Oxford Reference)
Around The World

In which country did the fleece-lined sheepskin-style known today as the Ugg boot first take hold as everyday footwear?
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The sheepskin boot known as the Ugg boot can be traced to Australian makers who crafted them for warmth and comfort. Historical overviews note that Australian surfers adopted the boots in the mid twentieth century for post surf insulation. Museum and cultural archives describe these early designs as predecessors to the commercial styles recognized today. Sources: (National Museum of Australia, Australian Government Culture Portal, Encyclopedia Britannica)
The sheepskin boot known as the Ugg boot can be traced to Australian makers who crafted them for warmth and comfort. Historical overviews note that Australian surfers adopted the boots in the mid twentieth century for post surf insulation. Museum and cultural archives describe these early designs as predecessors to the commercial styles recognized today. Sources: (National Museum of Australia, Australian Government Culture Portal, Encyclopedia Britannica)
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In The U.S.A.

Name this U.S. city:
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(3 images will cycle) Miami's skyline is recognized for its dense cluster of high rise buildings located along Biscayne Bay, reflecting the city's rapid development in the late twentieth and early twenty first centuries. Urban studies references identify Brickell and the downtown waterfront as the primary areas where the tallest structures are concentrated. Architectural surveys consistently list Miami among the cities with the fastest growing skylines in the United States. Sources: (U.S. Geological Survey, City of Miami Planning Department, Encyclopedia Britannica)
(3 images will cycle) Miami's skyline is recognized for its dense cluster of high rise buildings located along Biscayne Bay, reflecting the city's rapid development in the late twentieth and early twenty first centuries. Urban studies references identify Brickell and the downtown waterfront as the primary areas where the tallest structures are concentrated. Architectural surveys consistently list Miami among the cities with the fastest growing skylines in the United States. Sources: (U.S. Geological Survey, City of Miami Planning Department, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Big Business

What is the name of the dog featured in the classic RCA Victor trademark image?
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The dog shown in the RCA Victor trademark is named "Nipper", originally depicted in the painting titled His Master's Voice. Company history notes that the image became one of the most recognizable commercial trademarks of the twentieth century. Archival references identify Nipper as central to the branding used by RCA Victor across record labels, advertisements, and phonograph products. Sources: (Library of Congress, RCA Corporate Archives, Smithsonian National Museum of American History)
The dog shown in the RCA Victor trademark is named "Nipper", originally depicted in the painting titled His Master's Voice. Company history notes that the image became one of the most recognizable commercial trademarks of the twentieth century. Archival references identify Nipper as central to the branding used by RCA Victor across record labels, advertisements, and phonograph products. Sources: (Library of Congress, RCA Corporate Archives, Smithsonian National Museum of American History)
Into The Wild

Which snake species is known for possessing the world's longest fangs, which can measure close to two inches in length?
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The Gaboon viper is documented as having the longest fangs of any snake species, with measurements reaching nearly two inches. Herpetology references note that the viper's large head and robust jaw structure allow for exceptionally long hinged fangs. Scientific surveys consistently identify this species as unique among vipers for both fang length and venom delivery capacity. Sources: (Smithsonian National Zoo, National Center for Biotechnology Information, Encyclopedia Britannica)
The Gaboon viper is documented as having the longest fangs of any snake species, with measurements reaching nearly two inches. Herpetology references note that the viper's large head and robust jaw structure allow for exceptionally long hinged fangs. Scientific surveys consistently identify this species as unique among vipers for both fang length and venom delivery capacity. Sources: (Smithsonian National Zoo, National Center for Biotechnology Information, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Know Your NASCAR

What now defunct car brand produced a special edition of its Cyclone model inspired by NASCAR driver Cale Yarborough?
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Mercury produced a special edition of its Cyclone known as the Cale Yarborough Special during the height of the driver's prominence in 1970s NASCAR. Automotive records describe the model as part of Mercury's performance oriented lineup, reflecting styling influences from stock car racing. Historical references identify Mercury as the brand responsible for this limited production Cyclone variant. Sources: (Ford Motor Company Archives, Petersen Automotive Museum, Encyclopedia Britannica)
Mercury produced a special edition of its Cyclone known as the Cale Yarborough Special during the height of the driver's prominence in 1970s NASCAR. Automotive records describe the model as part of Mercury's performance oriented lineup, reflecting styling influences from stock car racing. Historical references identify Mercury as the brand responsible for this limited production Cyclone variant. Sources: (Ford Motor Company Archives, Petersen Automotive Museum, Encyclopedia Britannica)
That's Wrasslin'

In 1995, WCW launched a Monday night show to rival WWF's program, calling it WCW Monday what?
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WCW launched its live program "Monday Nitro" in 1995 as a direct competitor to WWF's "Monday Night RAW". Wrestling industry histories describe how the show's real time format and surprise appearances contributed to the period known as the Monday Night Wars. Archival records consistently identify Nitro as the flagship WCW broadcast during this era. Sources: (WWE Corporate Archives, Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Records, Encyclopedia Britannica)
WCW launched its live program "Monday Nitro" in 1995 as a direct competitor to WWF's "Monday Night RAW". Wrestling industry histories describe how the show's real time format and surprise appearances contributed to the period known as the Monday Night Wars. Archival records consistently identify Nitro as the flagship WCW broadcast during this era. Sources: (WWE Corporate Archives, Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Records, Encyclopedia Britannica)
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