Movies
A film starring Tom Hanks that chronicles America’s mid- to late-twentieth century history.
What is Forrest Gump?
This president signed the 1964 Civil Rights Act into law.
Who is President Lyndon B. Johnson?
Most likely to lead England through World War II: Genghis Khan, Mao Zedong, Winston Churchill.
Who is Winston Churchill?
This country was under Apartheid rule until the 1990s.
What is the Republic of South Africa?
This famous 1998 Spielberg film starring Matt Damon is set during World War II.
What is Saving Private Ryan?
Starting at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947, this baseball player was at the forefront of desegregation in America.
Who is Jackie Robinson?
Country known for including in its territory an island famous for giant sculptures: Chile, Colombia, Ecuador.
What is Chile?
This country is now famous for its music and TV shows, as well as kimchi.
What is the Republic of Korea?
This film franchise (2000 and 2024) is set in Ancient Rome.
What are the Gladiator films?
This leader of the second-wave feminist movement passed away earlier this month.
Who is Gloria Steinem?
Caribbean island that was the site of a revolution from 1791 to 1804: Cuba, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico.
What is Hispaniola?
This republic was founded in 697 and spent the next thousand odd years as a commercial and naval superpower.
What is the Republic of Venice?
This 1922 horror film set in Europe explores themes of xenophobia. (It also has a 2024 remake.)
What is Nosferatu?
The man was an elected official in San Francisco before being killed, and you’d recognize the name if you’ve been through the airport there.
Who is Harvey Milk?
Gained independence in 1957, leading the way for other countries: Kenya, Ghana, Algeria.
What is Ghana?
This song was written in 1861 by abolitionist Julia Ward Howe.
What is the “Battle Hymn of the Republic”?