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This 17th-century Dutch painter, best known for The Night Watch, was one of the most prominent artists of the Dutch Golden Age. Despite his fame, he died in poverty.
Who is Rembrandt van Rijn?
This 1994 film, directed by Frank Darabont, is based on a Stephen King novella and stars Tim Robbins as a man sentenced to life in prison for a crime he didn't commit.
What is The Shawshank Redemption?
This pair from Will & Grace are constantly at odds yet maintain a close friendship, with one of them being a fabulously wealthy gay man and the other a straight, uptight woman.
Who are Will Truman and Grace Adler?
What was Mike Jones number in "Back Then"?
281-330-8004
This former United States president made Thanksgiving, Independence Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day federal holidays during his presidency in 1870.
Ulysses S. Grant
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"All righty then!"
What movie is this quote from?
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994)
This mathematical constant, symbolized by the Greek letter π, was first calculated by Archimedes, but its true irrational nature wasn't proven until the 18th century by Johann Lambert.
What is Pi (π)?
In this 1999 movie, Brad Pitt and Edward Norton star as two men who form an underground fight club as a way to cope with their frustrations and dissatisfaction with modern society.
What is Fight Club?
In Full House, this character is the youngest of the Tanner children and has a close bond with her older sisters, DJ and Stephanie.
Who is Michelle Tanner?
This song by Whitney Houston, originally by Dolly Parton, became one of the best-selling singles of all time after its 1992 release.
What is "I Will Always Love You"?
What was the name of the hurricane that devastated New Orleans in 2005?
Hurricane Katrina
"We're on a mission from God."
What movie is this quote from?
The Blues Brothers (1980)
In 1911, this famous aviator became the first person to fly solo nonstop from New York to Paris, a feat that earned him an enduring legacy in the history of aviation.
Who is Charles Lindbergh?
This animated 1994 Disney classic features the voice of James Earl Jones as Mufasa, the father of the main character, Simba.
What is The Lion King?
On Martin, this character is known for her strong, sassy personality and her famous catchphrase, "You go, girl!"
Who is Gina Waters?
This "King of Pop" released the best-selling album of all time, in 1982.
Who is Michael Jackson?
What type of exercise area did President Barack Obama have installed in the White House?
A basketball court
"I'm not a dragon. I'm the dragon warrior!"
What movie is this quote from?
Kung Fu Panda (2008)
This ancient city, once the capital of the Kingdom of Lydia, was the birthplace of coins and was famously sacked by the Persian Empire in 546 BCE.
What is Sardis?
In The Matrix series, Keanu Reeves plays a character who learns that reality is a simulation controlled by machines. He is given the choice to take a red pill or a blue pill.
Who is Neo?
In Boy Meets World, this character is Cory Matthews' best friend and the source of many of the show's humorous moments, often providing comic relief to Cory's earnestness.
Who is Shawn Hunter?
This British rock band, led by Freddie Mercury, is known for hits like "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "We Are the Champions."
Who is Queen?
This infamous event on December 7, 1941, led the United States to enter World War II.
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attack on Pearl Harbor
"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get."
What movie is this quote from?
Forrest Gump (1994)
This piece of literature, written by Geoffrey Chaucer, is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims traveling to the shrine of Saint Thomas Becket in Canterbury.
What is The Canterbury Tales?
This 2008 film, directed by Christopher Nolan, is the second installment in The Dark Knight Trilogy and features Heath Ledger's iconic portrayal of the Joker.
What is The Dark Knight?
This pair from The X-Files consists of an FBI agent and his skeptical, wisecracking partner, who investigates paranormal phenomena.
Who are Fox Mulder and Dana Scully?
This genre, which blends jazz, blues, and gospel, gave rise to famous artists like Aretha Franklin and Ray Charles in the 1960s.
What is Soul Music?
Who is the legendary hero is known for his 12 labors, including slaying the Nemean Lion.
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Hercules
"Now go home and get your shine box."
Goodfellas (1990)