Test Your Trivia Skills with Jerry Steffen's Tuesday Brain Buster!

Ready to put your pop culture knowledge to the test? Our weatherman Jerry Steffen served up another delightful mix of quirky holidays and challenging trivia questions on this Tuesday morning's Hashtag Holiday Calendar and Pop Quiz, brought to you by One Coachella Valley.

Today's Holiday Lineup: September 9th Edition

What makes September 9th so special? Grab your pencils and peanut butter because we're celebrating some wonderfully weird occasions!

International Sudoku Day takes center stage today - and there's a perfectly logical reason why this date was chosen for the number puzzle celebration. It's all about that mathematical connection that makes total sense once you think about it!

National Ants on a Log Day brings back those childhood snack memories. You know the drill: celery sticks become tiny logs, creamy spreads fill the groove, and small toppings transform into marching ants. Whether you're team raisins, chocolate chips, or getting creative with nuts, this classic treat never gets old.

Wonderful Weirdos Day encourages everyone to embrace their unique quirks and celebrate the beautifully odd people in their lives. Jerry couldn't help but give a friendly nod to the control room crew during this segment!

And here's a milestone worth noting: California Admissions Day marks our Golden State's 175th birthday as the 31st state to join the Union back in 1850.

Quiz Time: California-Themed Challenges

Speaking of California, Jerry crafted two Golden State brain teasers that had everyone thinking hard:

Question 1: The Red Hot Chili Peppers' 2006 hit about a Southern girl's California journey mentions several states in its lyrics. But which state gets the honor of being referenced in the very first line?

• A) Mississippi

• B) Texas

• C) Wisconsin

Question 2: The 1993 thriller "Kalifornia" (spelled with a K) featured Brad Pitt as a dangerous drifter and his unpredictable girlfriend. Which actress brought that memorable kooky character to life?

• A) Christina Ricci

• B) Dakota Fanning

• C) Juliette Lewis

How Did You Score?

Think you nailed both questions? Watch the video above to see how Jerry's in-studio participants fared and check your answers! Whether you're a trivia master or just along for the fun ride, these morning brain teasers are the perfect way to kickstart your Tuesday.

Catch Hashtag Holiday Calendar and Pop Quiz every weekday morning on NBC Palm Springs for your daily dose of fun facts and friendly competition!