The 1930s
August 25, 1939: This movie is released, featuring a wide mix of characters sent on a journey to take on the Wicked Witch of the West.
With over 120 million copies sold worldwide, this introductory book to a 7 part series is filled with magic.
What is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's/Philosopher's Stone?
Although recently deceased, this scientist was on the road giving lectures in 2025 and is best known for work and research on gorillas.
Who is Jane Goodall?
Originally disbanding in 2017, the first metal band came back in 2025 to support their lead singer for a final send off concert; Osbourne would die 3 weeks later.
What is Black Sabbath?
A small, salty body of water, or what your "oculi" do in Latin.
What is see/sea?
May 23, 1937: The largest suspension bridge in the world at the time is launched at 1.7 miles.
What is the Golden Gate Bridge?
The plot of this story can be simplified to this - A firefighter who burns books?
What is Fahrenheit 451?
We can thank this scientist for the discovery of Penicillin, born 1881.
Who is Alexander Fleming?
This brotherly English duo separated in 2009 in an ugly breakup; In 2024, they announced a reunion with UK and US shows.
What is Oasis?
Jason and Travis. See social media for more info.
What is Kelce?
March 9, 1933: This two-word term for FDR's financial plan passed in 1933 has some historians and economists in argument on if it helped the United States progress through the Great Depression, or extend it.
What is the New Deal?
Also the title, this phrase means a difficult situation in which both outcomes present a negative effect, or the solution to the problem is near impossible.
What is Catch-22?
All you need are the numbers. 1, 2, 3, 5, 8.
Who is Fibonacci?
Currently on their 2nd reunion, this American band formed in 1994 is known for its Christian influence and "My Sacrifice".
What is Creed?
A cleaning solution, or to be horizontal relative to the ground.
What is lye/lie?
November 8, 1935: This financial based game by the Parker Brothers is released.
What is Monopoly?
Released in the early 20th century, this novel by Upton Sinclair inspired Teddy Roosevelt to establish the FDA.
What is The Jungle?
This Greek Scientist had one of his theories tested on Mythbusters, being a giant array of mirrors that would form a "death ray".
Who is Archimedes?
Only separating between 1995-1997, this group beat The Eagles for Album of the Year in 1977 with Rumors.
Who is Fleetwood Mac?
Also sharing a name with a sport, this is the name for the day after Christmas in Great Britian.
What is Boxing Day?
March 3, 1931: The Star Spangled Banner became the USA's official anthem written by this musician over 211 years ago.
Who is Francis Scott Key?
Rated #1 in the School Library Journal for best children's books, this author wrote Charlotte's Web as well as Stuart Little.
Who is E.B. White?
Her publication of A Silent Spring led to more environmental awareness in the 1960s, such as the banning of DDT.
What is Rage Against the Machine?
What is Tim McGraw?