American History
George Washington was the first president, John Adams was the second president. This other famous founding father was the third president, known for his quote of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"
Thomas Jefferson
This flamboyant guitarist from the 50s is famous for his song "Johnny B. Goode."
Chuck Berry
This part of an egg can be used as a thickener for soup
He directed Finian's Rainbow, but he's better known for The Godfather.
Francis Ford Coppola
The significant stock market crash in 1929 led to this dark time period in American history, in which unemployment and homelessness was widespread
The Great Depression
This "heavy set" New Orleans pianist and singer found his thrill on Blueberry hill
Fats Domino
Sift
These two ex-Beatles played themselves in "Give My Regards To Broad Street"
Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr
This founding father famously wrote the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence, leading to his name becoming a figure of speech for the word signature.
Sister Rosetta Tharpe originally sang this rock song about a poor break-up with some canine comparisons, but Elvis additionally brought it to the mainstream
Hound Dog
The name of this famous candy would lead one to believe it contains ocean water, but this is a common misconception
Salt Water Taffy
This innovative film ended with a complete ballet set to Gershwin music, created by Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron
An American in Paris
In 1607, this city (now ruins/a historical site) became the first permanent English settlement in what would later become the state of Virginia.
Jamestown
This groovy blues rock band from the 60s was fronted by Mick Jagger
The Rolling Stones
This famous Japanese dish involves adding just the right amount of vinegar to rice and rolling it or wrapping it with fish and vegetables
Sushi
This movie musical won best picture in 1961, retelling Romeo and Juliet in a modern age
West Side Story
This infamous president from the 1800s is recognizable now from appearing on the $20 bill, but criticized for his poor treatment of Native Americans in his time.
Andrew Jackson
This song is controversially considered the "first rock n roll song," and was famous by happenstance because of appearing in a movie
Rock Around The Clock
This dish is a strange concept for Americans, but a delicacy in France. Snails are not a part of American cuisine at all!
Escargot
She recreated her Broadway role in Bells Are Ringing, her last film before her untimely death
Judy Holliday