January
What is January named after?
Janus, The Roman God of Doors and Gates.
What instrument did big-band leader Glenn Miller Play?
Trombone
In Washington, it is illegal to:
A)Kill Bigfoot
B)Own a Train
C)Brew stale coffee
KILL BIGFOOT!
If you end up killing Bigfoot, you can face imprisonment for up to 5 years!
Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy were paired many times in the movies. Exactly how many films did they make together?
nine
Their first film was 'Woman of the Year' in 1942, their last was 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' in 1967.
”The Great Pretender”
The Platters
From way back in 1955.
What zodiac signs fall in January?
Capricorn & Aquarius
How many stars do our American Flag have?
50
In Virginia, it is illegal to:
A) Fight A Rat
B) Hunt on Sunday
C) Eat Snakes
Hunt on a Sunday!
this protection is not extended to raccoons, which may be killed any day of the week.
This actor made his screen debut in 1954 and in 1955 won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role in 'Mr. Roberts.'
Jack Lemmon
Lemmon's film debut was opposite Judy Holliday in 'It Should Happen to You' which also featured Peter Lawford. Lawford got billing over Lemmon, by the way!
"You Send Me"
Sam Cooke
From 1957. Sam Cooke had a wealth of hits, including my favorite, "Wonderful World".
Which precious Stone is Associated with January birthdays?
What is a Garnet?
What is another name for “catch” in football?
Reception
In Wisconsin, it is illegal to:
A) Eat Bad Cheese
B) Lift weights on Friday
C) Buy two watermelons
Eat bad Cheese!
according to the Law “ cheese shall be fine, highly pleasing, and free from undesirable flavors and odors”
Who was Kate Hepburn's other love interest in the 1957 film 'Desk Set'?
Gig Young
Young won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar in 1969 for his performance in 'They Shoot Horses, Don't They?'
"Big Bad John"
Jimmy Dean
From 1961.
On what day do Martin Luther King Jr. Day Fall on ?
Third Monday of January
The attack on Pearl Harbor took place in which month?
December
In Nebraska, it is illegal to:
A) Walk on stilts in town
B) Be ugly in public
C) Spell the word “can” incorrectly
Be Ugly in Person!
An obscure law, passed in 1889, states that people with an unsightly appearance in public can be fined $1 for each offense.
In the 1950 film version of 'Born Yesterday,' Judy Holliday stars with Broderick Crawford as Harry Brock. What future Holliday co-star originated the role of Harry Brock on Broadway?
Paul Douglas
Douglas' screen career spanned a mere 10 years from his screen debut in 1949's 'A Letter to Three Wives' to his final appearance in 'The Mating Game' in 1959 shortly before his death.
"Sherry"
The Four Seasons
This song was released in August 1962.
In which Hemisphere is January a Summer Month?
Southern Hemisphere
Where is Cape Horn ?
South America
In Wyoming, it is illegal to:
A) Photograph waterfalls
B) Shoot Fish
C) Cut zucchini with a spoon
Shoot fish!
do you know the old saying “ shooting fish in a barrel”? Well, it’s illegal to do so in Wyoming.
In 1949's 'Adams Rib', a successful Broadway actress made what was, in effect if not in actuality, her screen debut in a featured role. Name the actress.
Judy Holliday
Judy Holliday had a relatively short film career. She died at age 49 in 1965.
"Locomotion"
Little Eva
From 1962. I can remember everyone "chug-chug-chugging" along to this one on "American Bandstand".
Which International Observance day occurs the second Sunday of January?
World Laughter Day
What is the name of the scientist who invented the first generator that reliably produced electricity?
Michael Faraday
In Pennsylvania, it is illegal to:
A) Spill Milk
B) Barter a baby
C) Breed Cockroaches
Barter a baby!
while human trafficking is illegal in all states, there are specific laws in Pennsylvania banning bartering for goods with a baby.
The 1938 film 'Holiday' told the story of up and coming 'man of the people' Johnny Case who falls in love with wealthy socialite Linda Seton. Who played the mismatched lovers?
Cary Grant and Katherine Hepburn
"Tequila"
The Champs
From 1958. A great instrumental and super party song, when everyone yells the only word in the song, "TEQUILA".
What famous Patent was granted on January 5, 1929?
Pop-up toaster
What ancient wonder of the World is still standing today?
The Great Pyramid of Giza
In Ohio, it is illegal to:
A) Get a fish drunk
B) Slap a water bottle
C) Buy a dragon
GET A FISH DRUNK!
A better question is why would anyone want to get a fish drunk?
In a 1948 western, saddle tramp Robert Mitchum unsuspectingly rides into the middle of a range war. Name the film.
Blood on the Moon
"Tom Dooley"
The Kingston Trio
From 1958. "Hang down your head, Tom Dooley, hang down your head and cry ... Hang down your head Tom Dooley - poor boy, you're bound to die." How many times have we sung THIS one around the campfire?
What significant Global event started January 10, 1920?
The League of Nations.
What is it called when a solid turns into liquid ?
Melting.
In New York, it is illegal to:
A) Feed a camel
B) Pretend to fly
C) Carry an ice cream cone in your pocket
Carry an ice cream cone in your pocket
Specifically, you may not carry an ice cream cone in your back pocket on a Sunday. So, if you’re so inclined, an ice cream cone in your front pocket on A Thursday is totally fine !
With reference to question 8, a popular character actor known for playing roles much older than his actual age co-starred with Mitchum. Name the actor.
Walter Brennan
Brennan is the only actor,to date, to win three Oscars for Best Supporting Actor.
"Hey Paula"
Paul and Paula
From 1963. Yet another "freebie". Im sure you remember your sisters or even yourself listening to this over, and over, and over...