1.
Who is the current vice president of the United States? (2009)
Correct Answer
E. Joe Biden
Explanation
Joe Biden is the correct answer for the current vice president of the United States in 2009. He served as the vice president under President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017.
2.
How many total bathrooms are there in JBES?
Correct Answer
E. 21
Explanation
There are a total of 21 bathrooms in JBES.
3.
What's the fastest animal in the world?
Correct Answer
C. Peregrine falcon
Explanation
The peregrine falcon is considered the fastest animal in the world. It can reach speeds of up to 240 miles per hour during its hunting dive, known as a stoop. This remarkable speed allows the peregrine falcon to catch its prey in mid-air, making it an incredibly skilled and efficient hunter.
4.
Which of these towns does not border Bartlett?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Conway
E. Madison
Explanation
The correct answer is Conway, Madison. This means that both Conway and Madison do not border Bartlett.
5.
If there is a bag full of 20 apples and you take 5 apples from the bag, how many apples do you have?
Correct Answer
E. 5
Explanation
If you take 5 apples from the bag, you have 5 apples.
6.
What U.S. state has the most lakes?
Correct Answer
D. Alaska
Explanation
Alaska is the correct answer because it has the most lakes out of all the U.S. states. With over 3 million lakes, Alaska has a significant number of freshwater bodies, including large glacial lakes and smaller ponds. The state's vast size and abundance of water sources contribute to its distinction as the state with the most lakes in the United States.
7.
Which of these McDonald's foods has the most fat?
Correct Answer
A. Large fries
Explanation
Large fries have the most fat compared to the other McDonald's foods listed. This is because fries are typically deep-fried in oil, which adds a significant amount of fat to the product. Double cheeseburger and 6 piece chicken McNuggets also contain fat, but the amount is generally lower compared to the large fries. Hot fudge sundae and large Coca-Cola Classic do not contain as much fat as the other options.
8.
What is the most commonly used word in written English?
Correct Answer
D. The
Explanation
"The" is the most commonly used word in written English because it is an essential part of sentence structure and is used to indicate a specific noun or refer to something already mentioned. It is used in various contexts and is necessary for proper grammar and comprehension.
9.
Who is Ani the turtle named after?
Correct Answer
E. Ani DiFranco - a singer
10.
Which of these JBES employees has worked at the school the longest?
Correct Answer
B. Mrs.Ford
Explanation
Mrs. Ford is the correct answer because she has worked at the school the longest. The question asks for the employee who has worked at the school the longest, and Mrs. Ford is the only employee mentioned in the options. Therefore, she is the correct answer.
11.
How many books has Gary Paulsen written?
Correct Answer
E. More than 200
Explanation
Gary Paulsen has written more than 200 books.
12.
Which of these strange facts is NOT true?
Correct Answer
E. Roosters can crow in different languages.
Explanation
The statement that roosters can crow in different languages is not true. Roosters have a specific crowing sound that is universal across all breeds and is not influenced by language.
13.
Which of these is NOT one of the top 5 grossing* movies of all time? (*money earned at movie theaters)
Correct Answer
A. Finding Nemo
Explanation
Finding Nemo is not one of the top 5 grossing movies of all time. Although it was a highly successful and popular movie, it did not earn as much money at the box office as the other options listed. The top 5 grossing movies of all time are typically big blockbuster films that have earned billions of dollars worldwide.