DCK
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Famous Davids
Travel
Our David
100

Generally frowned upon in legal & accounting practices, one is said to be doing this when marking a document with a date that is prior the actual one.

What is "backdating"?

100

Before his recent post-lockdown haircut, David bore a striking resemblance to this well-known classical composer.

Who is Beethoven?

100

This popular British footballer was made an OBE in 2003 and is reportedly miffed that he has yet to be knighted by the Queen.

Who is David Beckham?

100

This regional airline, founded in 2006, is David's favourite for short-haul flights, and shares its name with a member of the R & S group.

What is Porter Airlines?

100

This is the actual date in 1987 when David joined CPA Ontario (then ICAO), but it's no joke!

What is April 1?

200

This digital means of entry has become the industry standard for office buildings and hotels worldwide.

What is a keycard?

200

Many of David's favourite composers focused their artistic efforts on music for this popular percussion instrument.

What is the piano?

200

The "Top 10" reasons people loved this late-night talk show host included his hilarious and bizarre countdown lists.

Who is David Letterman?

200

David has said he's looking forward to saying "Aloha" to this group of US islands when he starts travelling again.

What is Hawaii?

200

With slightly different spelling, this brand of quality, comfortable footwear is also David's middle name.

What is "Clarke"?

300

This term is used to describe a recording of the full musical accompaniment, usually to a movie or theatrical event.

What is a soundtrack?

300

"Believe" it or not, David once admitted he's a fan of this songstress, who gained popularity in the 1960s as part of a duo with her then husband.

Who is Cher?

300

This prolific singer, songwriter and actor changed his professional name because his real name matched that of a member of 1960s musical group The Monkees.

Who was David Bowie?

300

David's most recent overseas trip will, according to him, likely be his first post-COVID jaunt as well, though he hasn't said if he's ever found a pot of gold there.

What is Ireland?

300

Thanks to frequent moves both within and outside of 69 Bloor East, David has had this single-digit number of desks during his 34 years with us.

What is "nine"?

400

A less-than-positive aspect of something, e.g., "The only ____ to retirement is the lack of a paycheque!"

What is "drawback"?

400

This "Nocturnes" composer, considered a virtuoso pianist of the Romantic period, has a surname that doesn't suggest his Polish nationality.

Who is Frederic Chopin?

400

In 1983, at the height of his popularity, this renowned magician seemed to make the Statue of Liberty completely disappear.

Who is David Copperfield?

400

This 15th century Inca citadel is a popular tourist destination and one of the 7 Wonders of the World.

What is Machu Picchu?

400

The hallowed halls of this Canadian university were the venue for David to earn his university degree.

What is "University of Waterloo"?

500

This disparaging term would never be used to describe David!

What is "blackguard"?

500

In 1853, this Hungarian composed his Piano Sonata in B Minor, widely considered to be his masterpiece.

Who is Franz Liszt?

500

In 1986, this award-winning musician, composer and philanthropist launched his namesake foundation, dedicated to providing financial support to Canadian families whose children need life-saving organ transplants.

Who is David Foster?

500

The friendly locals of this future travel destination for David are primarily descended from Norse and Gaelic settlers. He'll want to watch out for volcanoes, though.

What is Iceland?

500

Understandably very proud of both his designation and his degree, David's signature includes these post-nominal letters.

What is "CPA, CA, B. Math, LPA"?

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