January
Birthdays
Birthdays
What former U.S. President celebrated his birthday on January 30th? (Hint: He served 4 terms.)
Franklin D. Roosevelt
What holiday is celebrated on January 1st of every year?
New Years Day
What did King C. Gillette invent in January of 1855?
the safety razor - "Gillette" razors
What gemstone/birthstone is associated with the month of January?
Garnet
Who was January named after?
Janus, the Roman god of beginnings
This "King" of rock 'n' roll was born on January 8th (1935)
Elvis Presley
January 6th is the end of the Catholic 12 Days of Christmas. What is it called?
Epiphany or 3 Kings' Day
Which state became part of the U.S. in January 1959?
Alaska
What flowers are associated with the month of January?
A. Roses and Daisies
B. Roses and Daffodils
C. Tulips and Mums
D. Carnations and Snowdrops
Carnations and Snowdrops
On January 5, 1933, they began construction on this San Francisco bridge.
Golden Gate Bridge
Who is the man that was born on January 17th, 1706 and is a writer, scientist, inventor, statesman, diplomat, printer, publisher, and political philosopher. Known as a "true Renaissance man"?
Who is Benjamin Franklin
What holiday, honoring a civil rights activist, is celebrated on the third Monday of January?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
In January of 1924, what famous mummified Pharaoh was discovered in Eqypt?
King Tut
In January 1924, what iconic global sporting event began?
The first Winter Olympics.
In Hispanic countries, what fruit do people usually eat 12 of at midnight on New Years?
Grapes
How many U.S. presidents had birthdays in January?
4
Millard Fillmore, William McKinley, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Richard Nixon
What food is considered the national food month of January?? National _______ month......
What is National Soup Month
The Sundance Film Festival is held every January in which U.S City? State will give you half points. Both state and city is double.
What is Park City, Utah
In 1962, this 21-year old future Hall of Fame golfer made his first professional appearance.
Who is Jack Nicklaus
Which company was founded on January 3rd, 1977??? Hint: this company is known for its innovative advancements in technology. Such as computers/phones.
What is Apple.
Vincent Van Gogh
This Holiday is celebrated on January 6th in Scotland. Marking the Start of the New Year. What is this Holiday called????
What is Hogmanay
Who is T.S Eliot
What year did the Elvis Presley Commemorative Postage Stamp go on sale? Within 10 years.
what is 1993.
Who was inaugurated as President on January 20th, 1981??
Who is Ronald Reagan