North American Geography
Cancun and Cozumel are islands belonging to this country.
What is Mexico? Cancun is connected to the mainland of Mexico by bridges, but Cozumel is not connected to the mainland
"Carpe diem"
What is “seize the day”? Make the most of the day, today and every day
On January 1, we amusingly commemorate this condition that comes on after consuming too much alcohol.
What is hangover? It seems appropriate that we commemorate National Hangover Day on New Year’s Day because of the tradition some enjoy of heavily drinking the night before.
He stars as one-half of the love interest in the movie
Who is Humphrey Bogart? He plays Rick Blaine.
This U.S. state has the longest coastline.
What is Alaska? Its coastline is 6,640 miles long.
"Alibi"
What is “proof of where you were”? It literally translates to “elsewhere.” It’s used as proof of your whereabouts during the investigation of a crime. A verifiable alibi usually removes the person from the suspect list.
A U.S. federal holiday celebrates this civil rights leader’s birthday
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.? This holiday is not celebrated on a fixed date. It’s celebrated on the third Monday in January, giving us a three-day weekend. It was first celebrated in 1986.
She plays Ilsa Lund.
Who is Ingrid Bergman? She stars as Rick Blaine’s love interest in the movie, but unfortunately for Rick she’s “the one that got away.”
The Yucatán Peninsula is part of this country.
What is Mexico? The peninsula juts into the Gulf of Mexico, and you will find ruins of the Mayan civilization there.
"Bona fide"
What is “genuine or sincere”? In Latin, the literal meaning is “in good faith.”
This movie theater snack is celebrated on January 19
What is popcorn? We also pay tribute to tin cans on that date
It is the name of Rick’s club.
What is Café Américain? Rick’s club is where the Americans meet to receive mail in addition to having a good time. It is a home away from home.
This North American country has half the natural lakes in the world.
What is Canada? Sporcle reports, “Nine percent of the country is covered in fresh water.”
"Quid pro quo"
What is “granting a favor with the explicit expectation of a return favor”? You most often hear this phrase in the context of business and political discussions.
We used to call them druggists, but now we call them this, and they have a national observance on January 12.
Who are pharmacists? The observance is called National Pharmacist Day. Druggist is still a proper word, but few use it.
The movie takes place during this era.
What is World War II? Wealthy Americans trapped in Europe fled to Casablanca to wait out the war until they could escape to America.
More than 40 buildings in this North American city have their own zip codes.
What is New York City? The shoe floor in Saks Fifth Avenue has its own zip code.
"Persona non grata"
What is “unwelcome (or unacceptable) person”? It’s often a transitory situation. A person can be persona non grata one day and then fall into favor the next—and vice versa.
January 24 is a great day to say something nice to someone, otherwise known as paying them this.
What is a compliment? It’s National Compliment Day.
In the end, Ilsa flies off with this character.
Who is Victor Laszlo? Ilsa and Victor have a long history together, one that Rick couldn’t overcome—but Rick and Ilsa will “always have Paris.”