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It Happened One September
100

The Rocky Mountains run through these two North American countries.

What are the United States and Canada? You can take scenic train rides through the mountains in both countries.

100

If you don’t get out in the sun or drink milk, the only known plant source for this vitamin that prevents rickets comes from mushrooms.

What is vitamin D?

100

Its tagline is “All the news that’s fit to print.”

What is The New York Times? BBC calls the NYT tagline “the most famous seven words in U.S. journalism.” The NYT also delights many subscribers with a popular but notoriously difficult crossword puzzle.

100

Some people wear their hearts on this

What is their sleeve? It’s best to play poker with these types of people because you can read their hand through their emotions.

100

On September 7, 1969, the Official Languages Act was implemented in Canada, making these two languages the official languages of the country.

What are French and English? The federal government was required to conduct business in either language upon request. The act has been replaced with an updated act, which now covers linguistic minorities.

200

These are the two largest continents by landmass and population.

What are Asia and Africa? Asia is the largest continent.

200

This steel cut or rolled breakfast food is rich in beta glucans.

What is oatmeal? Beta glucans turn into a gel in the digestive tract and absorb cholesterol before the body can absorb it. Sfgate.com reports, “Getting 3 grams of betaglucan a day may help lower cholesterol levels by as much as 8 percent.” A cup of cooked oatmeal provides two grams of beta glucans.

200

This weekly magazine designates a Person of the Year.

What is Time? The Person of the Year is not necessarily a popular person; it is the person who has had the most influence over the past year. In 1979 during the Iran hostage situation, the magazine selected Ayatollah Khomeini.

200

If you grew up with lots of siblings, you likely often wore these instead of getting new clothes

What are hand-me-downs? Because children grow so fast, hand-me-downs are generally gently used.

200

On September 1, 1972, he won the World Chess Championship in Reykjavik, Iceland.

Who is Bobby Fischer? The match became known as the “Match of the Century,” and he was the first American to win it

300

This continent has no permanent residents.

What is Antarctica? Scientists rotate in and out of Antarctica, and there are no countries located on the continent. Tourists are allowed from November through March, and the only access is by ship. You can catch a flight from Australia for a flyover, but you can’t land by airplane.

300

Curcumin is an active ingredient in this spice often used in Indian cooking.

What is turmeric? It gives curry its yellow color. The spice contains anti-inflammatory properties and is an antioxidant.

300

This national women’s magazine is best known for its “Dos and Don’ts” section.

What is Glamour? Its “Dos and Don’ts” section dates to the magazine’s debut in 1939, and it is still wildly popular.

300

When money is tight, you can save money by tightening this.

What is your belt?

300

On September 17, 1996, this celebrity talk-show hostess launched her book club.

Who is Oprah Winfrey? Her book club put books on the bestseller lists, with many selling more than one million copies. A Million Little Pieces by James Frey sold two million copies. When Oprah found out he was selling fiction as nonfiction, she invited him on the show to expose his lies.

400

This continent has the most countries.

What is Africa? The continent is currently comprised of 54 sovereign states and several territories.

400

This bulbous plant, also known as allium, was routinely used in ancient times to treat various diseases.

What is garlic? A 2014 journal article entitled “Garlic: A Review of Potential Therapeutic Effects” suggests there may be a revival of the therapeutic values of garlic in the treatment of different diseases.

400

It is Canada’s top women’s magazine.

What is Chatelaine? It’s been in the No. 1 spot for its genre since its inception in 1928

400

When you have a problem to solve, put on this head gear.

What is thinking cap?

400

On September 26, 1960, these two contenders were the first to debate live on TV.

Who are John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon? The first debate took place in Chicago. Four televised presidential debates were held that year.

500

This country is the largest in the subcontinent of North America.

What is Canada? The US is slightly smaller

500

t’s better to get quercetin from food sources than from supplements. It can be found in several foods including these green, pea-sized flower buds that come from the Mediterranean region and are pickled and served as a garnish.

What are capers? A 2015 study found quercetin contains some antiviral properties. If you don’t like capers, you can get quercetin from berries, red onions, and apples.

500

This international financial and political magazine’s January issue is coveted for its cover, which illustrates trends and predictions for the coming year

What is the Economist?

500

Of course, you would never be involved in a shady deal, but those who are line these clothing parts.

What are their pockets?

500

On September 10, 1939, Canada declared war on this country

What is Germany? When England declared war on Germany in both world wars, Canada was not automatically included in either declaration.

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