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It's My Birthday!
100
Explorer Ponce DeLeon named Florida because the land was sited during Easter season which the Spaniards called Pascua Florida - which translates to what:
What is The Festival of Flowers
100
Actor Buddy Ebsen was cast as the Tin Man in the movie "The Wizard of Oz", however he was replaced due to a necessary hospitalization caused from inhaling aluminum powder which was used in his makeup. Who replaced the ill actor?
Who was: Jack Haley
100
In 1953 the first issue of TV Guide was published. Who was the person on the cover?
Who is Little Ricky, Lucille Ball's baby
100
This famous actress is a singer, actress and animal welfare advocate. Early in her career she worked with Jimmy James, Bob Crosby and Les Brown. She starred in many romantic comedies with Rock Hudson and she is still the top ranking female box office star of all time. Her most famous song is: sentimental journey
Who is Doris Day
200
Which president was in charge when congress approved the Works Progress Administration (WPA)?
Who was Franklin D Roosevelt
200
John Wayne and this male actor both played football for the University of Southern California, although not at the same time. They formed a lifelong friendship during the filming of the football film Salute in 1929. Who was this male actor?
Who is Ward Bond
200
Microsoft was founded by two young men who were best friends in High School and later dropped out of college to pursue their interest in computers. Who were these young men?
Bill Gates (net worth 79.2 billion dollars) and Paul Allen net worth 17.4 Billion dollars)
200
Still considered one of the most skillful actors of his era, the gentleman appeared in 78 films from 1930 - 1967. During the filming of Woman of the Year he began a relationship with Katharine Hepburn that lasted from 1941 until his death in 1967. Who is he?
Who is Spencer Tracy
300
This US President fired General Douglas MacArthur from all his commands in Japan and Korea and has the dubious honor of making one of the most unpopular decisions in presidental history. Who was he?
Who is President Harry Truman
300
This movie was based on the space program tragedy turned triumph in 1970. This spacecrafts liquid oxygen tank exploded, disabling the normal supply of oxygen, electricity, lights and water. the quote "Houston, we've had a problem" originated from John Sweggert, an astronaut aboard the vessel. What was the name of the movie starring Tom Hanks?
What is Apollo 13
300
What two edible items are considered vegetables but are really fruits?
What is eggplant and tomatoes
300
This Male Actor, a fried of John Wayne noted especially forhis role as Major Seth Adams, the Wagon master on Wagon Train.
Who is Ward Bond
400
When Franklin Roosevelt died suddenly this man was sworn in as President.
Who is Harry S Turman
400
In 1981 this hit comedy Arthur, a comedy was released starring Dudley Moore as a spoiled millionaire and his butler. this English gentleman playing the butler was knighted in 1953.
Who is Sir John Gielgud
400
What 4 Latin letters are the only ones that look the same if you turn them upside down or see them from behind?
What is H, I,, O AND X
400
Best known as Colonel Potter on the TV show MASH, this actor had the distinction of starring in 11 different TV series dating back to the 1950's.
Who is Harry Morgan
500
The Thomas Jefferson Memorial was dedicated in 1943, designed using characteristics of buildings designed by President Jefferson. Who was the sitting President when this monument was dedicated?
What is Franklin D Roosevelt
500
This American actress met and married a Prince while she was filming T Catch a Thief in the French Riviera in 1955. Who were the couple?
Who is Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier of Monaco
500
This tall lanky actor best known for his role as Jed Clampett had an unusual, almost surreal dancing and singing style, so much so, that Walt Disney modeled Micky Mouse after his style. Who was this actor?
Who is Buddy Ebsen
500
This lady is considered to be one of America's most eminent authors and poets. She is best known for autobiographical writings such as I know Why the Caged Bird Sings.
Who is Maya Angelou
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