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7 fact-checked facts about tailgating and game-day cookouts, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

Where does a traditional tailgate party usually take place?

AnswerIn a stadium parking lot before a game

Fans gather around the open tailgates of their vehicles in stadium lots to eat before the game.

In cornhole, how many points does a bag that goes through the hole score?

Answer3

A bag in the hole scores 3 points and a bag resting on the board scores 1.

Going deeper

What does the USDA call the 40°F to 140°F range where bacteria grow fastest on food?

AnswerThe Danger Zone

Perishable food left in the Danger Zone too long lets bacteria multiply quickly.

How long is an American football field between the goal lines?

Answer100 yards

The field is 100 yards between goal lines; each end zone adds 10 yards for 120 in total.

Why should a charcoal grill never be used inside a closed garage or tent?

AnswerIt gives off carbon monoxide

Burning charcoal produces carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that is dangerous in enclosed spaces.

Expert level

In regulation cornhole, how far apart are the front edges of the two boards?

Answer27 feet

Regulation cornhole sets the boards' front edges 27 feet apart.

What is the diameter of the hole in a regulation cornhole board?

Answer6 inches

A regulation board is 2 feet by 4 feet with a 6-inch hole near the top.

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