Paine Scholars Bowl Practice

How much is a baker's dozen?

What word describes the scientific study of past life and cultures by excavating cities?

Which word names the rock formed from limestone by heat & pressure (used in lots of buildings)?

What is the cancer-causing, heat-resistant insulating fiber that has been banned and outlawed?

What word, beginning with an "L," designates a drawing or painting of scenery?

What force makes it necessary to have seat belts in cars to prevent sudden forward motion?

What are the Roman Numerals for: 26?

What legendary figure "allegedly" dug the Great Lakes for drinking water for his ox, Babe?

Which of these is a prime number?

What word, beginning with an "f," names the point at which a lever rocks or pivots?

What is a name for a brief story, often has animal characters and ends with a moral?

Proverbially, what kind of pot never boils?

What branch of biology deals with plant life?

How many time zones are there in the world?

Geology studies the solid part of Earth. In which branch is the atmosphere studied?

The first Olympic games were held in honor of which Greek God?

What color is used to describe environmental issues and movements?

The Olympic rings represent...

Identify the first signer of the Declaration of Independence who name today means a signature.

Choose the city located on the Mississippi River known as "The Crescent City."