What’s in Your Red Cup?

By: Ian Fortey
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
What’s in Your Red Cup?
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About This Quiz

Disposable cups were invented way back in the day, not just as a convenient way to enjoy your refreshing beverage but also as a tool for ensuring the hygiene and health of thirsty folks everywhere. People sharing communal cups and water dippers was a way to make everyone sick. Disposable cups meant everyone had their own drink and that's as important at a party today as it was back then.  

These days you could get any old cup probably, but the red cups made by the Solo company are the most popular brand out there. You can recognize them from across the room and they bring to mind the very idea of party time just by looking at them now.  Thing is though, every party is different and so is every person. It's just those cups that stay the same. So for real, when you're hitting up a party and you have that red cup in your hand, what's going to be in it? Like we said, different parties make for different feelings and different tastes. How about you answer a few party-time questions for us, nothing too crazy or in-depth, and we'll top that drink up for you so you know exactly what it is you're sipping on?

What kind of party were you at when you first saw one of those red cups?
I was at a family picnic.
It was a bit of a rager.
A kegger.
I barely remember.

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Do you know what the lines on a Solo cup are for?
They don't mean anything, actually.
There are lines?
For sure, you can use them to measure how much drink you have.
To let you know when you need a refill.

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They make party cups in some other colors, you know. What's the best one?
I like the blue.
I've seen yellow ones.
Classic red for me.
I'll take a green cup.

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Cups aren't just for drinking! Pick the best party cup game.
Quarters
Flip Cup
Beer Pong
Boat Race

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How much liquid does your standard red Solo cup hold?
16 oz, right?
Not enough.
Just enough.
Refill, please.

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Who sings the song "Red Solo Cup?"
I have no idea.
There's a song?
Is that Lil Pump?
Toby Keith

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Not every party needs the red cup treatment. What kind of party shouldn't be using them?
Probably a wedding.
Grandma's birthday?
There's probably room at every party, isn't there?
A wake, I'd say.

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What kind of beverage do you like the most?
I like it plain.
I can go for something fruity.
Whatever's fun!
I want something a little harsh.

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Say you're partaking of some fruity beverages—what fruit is the one for you?
Maybe some melon.
Probably something with berries.
I like that citrus fruit.
Apple.

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If you're drinking, you may as well eat something. What goes best with a red cup?
Hamburger
Tacos
Pizza
A big ol' chili cheese dog.

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How often are you hitting up a party these days anyway?
Oh, I dunno. Once every month or so.
Whenever I can find one.
On the weekends, usually.
Whenever I have the time.

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Whose job is it to buy the cups anyway?
Well, if you're a guest, it'd be polite to bring some.
Not mine.
Whoever's throwing the party.
I've never wondered about this before.

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What's the best reason to throw a party?
Holiday
Friday
Birthday
Do you need a reason?

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If you were throwing a party at your place, what are the rules people need to follow?
Don't go in my room.
Rules? Come on!
Have fun!
Bring a friend!

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Do you ever get a little irresponsible when you party?
Not really.
That's the whole point.
Well, I like to have fun if that's what you mean.
Yes. Yes, I do.

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Are you the first person to arrive at a party or the last?
I've been first before.
I'm probably right in the middle somewhere.
I'll get there when I get there.
Usually last.

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Have you ever been kicked out of a party before?
Never!
I can't actually remember.
Me? Heck no!
Yeah, maybe once or twice.

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Where's the best place to have an outdoor party?
Backyard BBQ
Beach bash
A pool party!
Ever been to a bush party? Those are fun.

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What time should a party start wrapping up at night?
10 or 11 seems good.
When you run out of drinks.
Sometime after last call, I guess.
Why does it have to end?

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How many drinks is too many drinks for a night?
What kind of drinks are we talking about?
A lot. Like ... a lot.
Everyone should know their limit.
The best part about a red cup is you can keep refilling it.

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Are daytime parties cool or not?
Sure, why not?
I don't go to a lot of those.
All parties are good times.
I'd rather party at night.

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Have you ever used those red cups for anything besides drinking or games?
I made a speaker once!
I think I have some pens in a cup.
Patio lanterns!
Not really.

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What's everyone doing when you get together for a party anyway?
Chatting
Just hanging out.
Dancing and having fun.
Listening to music, doing whatever.

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What would make you skip out on a party?
If I had plans already.
If there was a better one somewhere.
If I hooked up with someone.
If it sucked.

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If you were given the chance to party in any city in the US, where would you go?
New York
Miami
Los Angeles
Las Vegas

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Milk and cookies are a classic combo. What other food and drink combo is a great one?
Coke and potato chips
Mountain Dew and Doritos
Chocolate and peanut butter
Orange juice and pancakes

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What do you have to drink in your fridge right now?
Apple juice
La Croix
Soda
Sunny D

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What's the most underrated term for a party?
Shindig
Wingding
Jamboree
Shebang

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Pick the best party song of the bunch?
"Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey
"Party Rock Anthem" by LMFAO
"One Kiss" by Calvin Harris and Dua Lipa
"Fight for Your Right" by the Beastie Boys

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What do you do when you get partied out?
Go home and sleep.
Hasn't happened yet.
Take it easy and chill.
That's when you need some time alone.

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You Got: