Colour Challenge Trivia Quiz

Orange County is a region in Southern California, part of Greater Los Angeles. It has over three million people and 34 cities. Its main ones include Anaheim and Santa Ana. It's famous for its beaches, theme parks, and Disneyland.

Orange root is a general term that describes orange roots, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, or turmeric. It's not the name of a single plant. The colour comes from natural pigments like beta-carotene. These roots are usually eaten or used in traditional remedies.

Orange Crush is a bright orange soda first made in 1911. It was developed by Clayton J. Howel with help from chemist Neil C. Ward. Once sold with bits of orange pulp, it's now owned by Keurig Dr Pepper and known for its sweet, fizzy taste.

Sung by the Beatles' drummer, Ringo Starr, 'Yellow Submarine' is a Beatles song, which was recorded in 1966. It's a cheerful tune about life in a bright yellow submarine with friends. The song later inspired a 1968 animated film set in the colourful world of Pepperland.

Yellow fever is a viral disease which is spread by mosquitoes in Africa and South America. It causes fever, headache, and muscle pain, and in severe cases can lead to jaundice, bleeding, or organ failure. One vaccine dose gives long-lasting, often lifelong, protection.

The yellowhammer is a small songbird found across Europe and parts of Asia, recognisable by its bright yellow head and belly. It lives in farmland and hedgerows, eating mainly seeds and insects. Its call is often described as 'a little bit of bread and no cheese'. In the UK, its numbers have fallen and it's now on the Red List for conservation concern.

The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, also called the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, was built in the early 1600s. It's famous for its large domes, six minarets, and beautiful blue tiles that decorate the interior. It is still used for worship and is one of Turkey's most visited landmarks.

The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth, reaching lengths of over 30 metres (98.4 feet). These giants live in oceans worldwide and feed mainly on tiny shrimp-like krill. Despite their size, they are endangered due to past hunting and ongoing threats like ship strikes and climate change.

Blue jeans are trousers made from denim. They were first popularised in the 1800s as durable workwear and became widely worn in the 20th century. They're now a global fashion. Their blue colour comes from indigo dye, which fades distinctively over time.

Green Lantern is a superhero from DC Comics who first appeared in 1940. Different characters have held the title, each using a power ring that creates energy constructs powered by their will. The Green Lantern Corps is a group of these heroes who protect the universe.

'Green Onions' is a 1962 instrumental track by Booker T. & the M.G.'s. It's a classic piece of soul music, which has a catchy Hammond organ riff and has been widely used in films, TV, and commercials. It's considered one of the most famous organ-driven tunes in popular music.

Green peppers, also called bell peppers, are crisp, mild-flavoured vegetables picked before they ripen to red, yellow, or orange. They're used in salads, stir-fries, and many cooked dishes around the world. They're low in calories but high in vitamin C and other nutrients.

Red Square is the central plaza of Moscow, Russia, located next to the Kremlin. It has long been a site for public events, parades, and ceremonies, and is surrounded by landmarks like St. Basil's Cathedral and the State Historical Museum. Today it's both a historic and cultural symbol of the country.

The red fox is the most widespread wild carnivore, found across North America, Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa. Recognised by its reddish coat, bushy tail, and sharp features, it is highly adaptable and lives in habitats ranging from forests to cities. It feeds on small animals, insects, and fruits.

The red admiral is a butterfly found across Europe, Asia, and North America. It has striking black wings with red-orange bands and white spots. It is strong in flight, often migrating long distances, and is a familiar visitor to gardens, especially in late summer and autumn.

First published in 1877, 'Black Beauty' is a novel by Anna Sewell. Told from the point of view of a horse, it highlights the mistreatment of animals and helped inspire reforms in the care of working horses. It remains one of the most beloved animal stories in English literature.

The black widow is a venomous spider. The female has a red hourglass marking on the underside of the abdomen. Found in many parts of the world, it builds irregular webs and can deliver a painful bite, though deaths are very rare with modern treatment.

The black sheep is a term for someone who stands out from the rest of a family or group, usually in a negative way. It comes from the idea that black wool in a flock was less desirable than white wool. Today it can also simply mean being different or unconventional.

Brown sugar is a type of sugar that contains molasses, which gives it a soft texture and rich flavour. It's commonly used in baking, sauces, and desserts, adding moisture and a caramel-like taste. There are light and dark varieties, depending on the amount of molasses.

The brown bear is one of the largest species in North America, Europe, and Asia. It eats a varied diet of plants, fish, and small animals, and is very strong and adaptable. The grizzly bear is a well-known subspecies in North America.

Brown sauce is a tangy, savoury condiment popular in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Made from ingredients like tomatoes, molasses, vinegar, and spices, it's often served with fried breakfasts, bacon sandwiches, or meats. A well-known brand is HP Sauce.

The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded to service members who are wounded or killed in action. It is one of the oldest military awards still given, and was originally created by George Washington during the Revolutionary War.

'Purple Rain' is a 1984 song and album by Prince, also the title of a film starring him. It has emotional guitar solos and powerful vocals. It became one of Prince's most famous works and a defining moment in 1980s music.

Purple prose is writing that's overly fancy or decorative. It tries to impress with big words and flowery language, such as using too many adjectives, metaphors, and adverbs. This can end up cluttering the message or pulling attention away from the main point.

'The Pink Panther' is a series of comedy films and a cartoon character, which first appeared in 1963. The animated Pink Panther is a clever, silent pink cat, while the films feature the bumbling Inspector Clouseau in humorous crime-solving adventures.

The Pink Ladies are a fictional group of high school girls from the musical 'Grease'. They're famous for wearing their signature pink jackets and sassy personalities. The trio plays a major role in the story's friendships and rivalries.

Pink grapefruit is a citrus fruit with a pinkish-red flesh and a sweet-tart flavour. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, it's often eaten fresh, juiced, or used in salads and desserts.

'White Fang' is a novel by Jack London. It was first published in 1906 and tells the story of a wild wolf-dog's journey from the wilderness to domestication, exploring survival, loyalty, and the bond between humans and animals.

The White Rabbit is a character from Lewis Carroll's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. He's a time-obsessed bunny, who sports a waistcoat and carries a pocket watch. He leads Alice into Wonderland, sparking her fantastical adventures.

A white elephant is a rare and costly possession that turns out to be more trouble than it's worth. The term comes from Southeast Asia and the historical practice of giving sacred elephants as extravagant gifts that were expensive to maintain.