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On May 8, 1970, one month after the announcement of their breakup, which famous group released their final album, “Let It Be?”
Who is/were The Beatles?
100
On August 1, 1981 a new television network began broadcasting as an endless stream of music videos. What is the name of this network?
What is Music Television (or MTV)?
100
In 1995, more than a third of the American population tuned in to catch the verdict in the incredibly dramatic court case involving former NFL running back O.J. Simpson, and the tragic events that led to the deaths of his ex-girlfriend, Nicole Brown, and her friend, _________.
Who is/was Ron Goldman.
100
What year was Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince published?
What is 2005?
100
It was a very good year for this "Sexiest Man Alive". Which Texan actor not only picked up an Emmy nomination for "True Detective" but also won the Academy Award for Best Actor for "Dallas Buyers Club" in 2014?
Who is Matthew McConaughey?
200
In October of 1971, this now world-famous amusement park opened its gates to the public. Today, this park attracts around 25 million visitors per year. What is the name of this park?
What is Disney World?
200
On November 30, 1982 a 24-year-old Michael Jackson released his best-selling album named _______.
What is “Thriller?”
200
In 1994, these devices—now considered an entirely obsolete piece of technology—were used by 61 million people. Today, the only people you'll see using this vintage device are those working in the medical field.
What is a pager?
200
How many white stripes did Marlin the Clownfish have in “Finding Nemo”?
What is 3 stripes?
200
Which American fantasy television show based on the works of author George R. R. Martin debuted in 2011 on the HBO cable channel?
What is Game of Thrones?
300
In March, 1973, Which movie starring James Caan, Marlon Brando, Al Pacino and John Cazale took home several Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay?
What is “The Godfather?”
300
On April 26, 1986 the deadliest nuclear power plant accident to date occurred outside the Ukrainian city of _______, scattering radioactive material across Europe.
What is Chernobyl?
300
This legendary puzzle game holds the distinct honor of being the first game to be played in space, all thanks to Russian astronaut Aleksandr A. Serebrov, who brought his Game Boy aboard a 1993 mission to the Mir space station.
What is Tetris?
300
In this early 2000’s movie, Jennifer Garner’s character magically transforms from a teenager to an adult working for a well-known magazine company after wishing to surpass her teenage years.
What is “13 Going on 30?”
300
It was a rough start for entertainment in the year 2016 when early in January, we lost a music legend and a BAFTA-winning actor. Which two performers, known as The Thin White Duke and Severus Snape, both succumbed to cancer at the age of 69 on January 10th and January 14th, respectively?
Who are/were David Bowie and Alan Rickman?
400
In the Summer of 1975, which Steven Speilberg Blockbuster had people flocking to the theaters instead of the beaches?
What is “Jaws?”
400
What late Houstonian was inaugurated as President of the United States in January 1989?
Who is/was George H.W. Bush?
400
1996: The Summer Olympics are held in this American city.
What is Atlanta, Georgia?
400
In the movie “Cast Away” Tom Hanks gives this inanimate object the name “Wilson” while stranded on a deserted island
What is a volleyball?
400
In 2014, numerous videos appeared on the Internet of celebrities taking part in a charity challenge for ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). What were people pouring on their heads to raise awareness and generate donations for the ALS research?
What are buckets of ice water?
500
On May 4, 1979 Margaret Thatcher celebrates her first election victory, becoming Britain's first female _________?
What is Prime Minister?
500
What falls on November 9, 1989 after an announcement made by the East German government stated that the border checkpoints were open?
What is the Berlin Wall?
500
Josh Reynolds, the inventor of The ThighMaster (one of the biggest exercise fads in the '90s), also invented this 90's accessory which was originally advertised as a "portable biofeedback aid."
What is a mood ring?
500
“Parks and Recreation” was originally intended to be a spinoff this popular TV show featuring the daily lives of adults at their day jobs
What is “The Office”?
500
At WrestleMania XXVIII on April 1, 2012, in Miami, Florida, which wrestler/actor defeated John Cena in a grudge match after Cena accused him of using pro wrestling to start his acting career?
Who is "The Rock?"