Famous Pairs
Love and this go together
What is marriage? “Love and Marriage” is a 1955 song by Sammy Cahn and Jimmy Van Heusen. Frank Sinatra famously sang the tune, and it was later used as the theme song to the 1987 television show Married with Children.
If the groundhog sees his shadow on February 2, this happens
What is we get six more weeks of winter? In the U.S., the most famous groundhog is Punxsutawney Phil from Pennsylvania. However, the famous prognosticating groundhog of Canada is Wiarton Willie of Bruce County, Ontario
In 1964, Harold Wilson took up this top government post.
What is prime minister? British prime ministers are elected by the people and appointed by the monarch (king or queen) of the nation.
I remove cash from the money drawer all day long—at a bank.
What is a teller? Did you know that according to the United Nations, the banks would have closed during the 2008 global financial crisis if they had not laundered illicit drug money?
He is Ginger Rogers’ dance partner.
Who is Fred Astaire? His first dance partner was his sister. As children, the siblings performed on vaudeville stages.
Tom and Jerry are these two animated animals.
What are a cat (Tom) and a mouse (Jerry)? They first debuted in a theatrical short in 1940 and were seen as recently as a 2021 film titled Tom & Jerry.
This author created the character Tiny Tim and was born on February 7, 1812.
Who is Charles Dickens? Tiny Tim is in his novella A Christmas Carol.
In 1961, this iconic British author published James and the Giant Peach.
Who is Roald Dahl? The book established Dahl as a successful children’s author and met widespread acclaim.
My duties have been performed by Jack Paar, Johnny Carson, Jay Leno, and others.
What is a host of The Tonight Show? Johnny Carson was the longest-running host of the show
This ballroom dance is made up of three basic steps.
What is the waltz? It dates to 13th-century Germany.
When you think of Richard Burton, you probably think of this actress.
Who is Elizabeth Taylor? They were married twice and were well known for their explosive fights. After their second divorce, there were rumors they would get back together, and right before Burton’s death, he sent Taylor a love letter.
First sold on February 6, 1935, the object of this board game is for players to buy properties and collect rent.
What is Monopoly? It was previously known as the Landlord’s Game.
In 1963, this British sci-fi show premiered and ran for 26 years. It later had a revival in 2005 and is still filming today.
What is Doctor Who? The role of Dr. Who has been played by many Brits, including William Hartnell, Tom Baker, David Tennant, and Matt Smith
I use illusion and sleight of hand to entertain
What is a magician? Harry Houdini is often considered the greatest magician and escape artist. He was also an inventor, but he tried to keep that a secret. He received several U.S. patents
Chubby Checker and Joey Dee & the Starliters released tunes about this dance.
What is the twist? Chubby Checker performed “The Twist,” and Joey Dee & the Starliters recorded “Peppermint Twist.”
Clark Kent loves this reporter.
Who is Lois Lane? The DC Comic characters first appeared together in Superman comic books in 1938.
On February 2, 1790, this U.S. federal court assembled for the first time.
What is the Supreme Court? The first Supreme Court convened in the Merchants Exchange Building in New York City.
The passage of this act in 1970 was meant to prevent discrimination in employment and wages
What is the Equal Pay Act? It provided equal treatment in the workplace for men and women
I interrogate people with 50/50 style questions to determine their occupation on television. Sometimes I am forced to work blindfolded.
What is a panelist on What’s My Line? Arlene Francis, Bennett Cerf, and Dorothy Kilgallen were the main panelists on the show in the ’50s and ’60s. Francis held the position for well over 800 episodes
This superstar’s signature dance was the moonwalk
Who is Michael Jackson? He first danced the moonwalk in 1982, but his inspiration came from early dancers such as Cab Calloway, who danced similar steps in 1932
Omar Sharif and Julie Christie are the stars of this 1965 film.
What is Doctor Zhivago? The epic love story is set in Russia during the Russian Revolution and runs three hours and 17 minutes.
On February 1, 1920, the Canadian RCMP was established. RCMP stands for this.
What is Royal Canadian Mounted Police? It was previously known as the North-West Mounted Police, established in 1873
This British fashion designer is often credited with popularizing the miniskirt
Who is Mary Quant? As the ’60s progressed, this fashionable item spread overseas and grew in popularity. It also became progressively shorter
I specialize in treating the interior of a person’s teeth and roots and have undergone two additional years of training than your average dentist
What is an endodontist? Less than 3 percent of dentists go on to become endodontists
This ballroom dance is made up of four basic steps and generally is performed with big band music.
What is the foxtrot? It was introduced during the 1920s in the United States and has been called “the Rolls-Royce of standard dances.”