In Colonial Times
New York (or New Amsterdam at the time) was originally founded as a means of controlling local trade, especially regarding the fur of this state mammal, (though it's usually associated with the west coast).
What is a beaver?
He's the legendary businessman of The Sneetches, a machine maker who by his name appears to be very Irish.
Who is Sylvester McMonkey McBean?
In attempt to restore this icon, it was purposely fractured further by skilled metalworkers;, though the effort was evidently unsuccessful when another rift appeared unintentionally.
What is the Liberty Bell?
Though it's not entirely clear what she was protesting (or at least there are many theories), we know she was protesting something when Madonna wore a dress entirely made out of this (a truly rare piece of fashion, very well done).
What is meat?
It consists of the Americas and Oceania.
What is the New world?
Pennsylvania was originally founded as a haven for this pacifist group; their title and founder would later appear on a famous food brand.
What are Quakers?
"'Why we can have lots of good of fun if you wish, with a game that I call" this, the first game proposed by the cat in the hat and much to the displeasure of the children's pet.
What is Up-up-up with a Fish?
Perhaps what a bell would do if it had something interesting to say in the middle of a conversation.
What is chime in?
Much of Victorian women's fashion was actually shaped by this disease, the pale white skin and thinner bodies it brought on were considered attractive and was even desirable to have by some of the upper class (though you'd have to have a bit of a death wish).
What is Tuberculosis?
At one point nicknamed "Brick city", it's the third oldest city in the United States and through the 80s and 90s was the car theft capital of the world.
Where is Newark?
Resulting in 50 deaths total, this event began with two incredibly sick children wrongly blaming their poor health on a slave, Tituba; when interrogated she only elevated the situation by confirming and even adding to the children's claims.
What are the Salem Witch Trials?
"On the faraway island of" this place "Yertle the turtle was king of the pond."
Where is Sala-ma-sond?
Bells can prove to be an instrument of destruction, as seen when one falls on and kills this musician in a famous Disney film (he had it coming).
Who is Ernesto de la Cruz?
In ancient Mayan culture, it was traditional to wrap this body part of their upper-class infants in cloth so that they could bend it's shape while their body was still malleable.
What is the forehead?
Toothpaste, ketchup, and lava are some examples.
What are non-Newtonian fluids?
Originally, this colony founded by James Oglethorpe banned the use of alcohol, selling land, and slavery; seeing as they were failing to make any profit however, every ban was lifted sand even encouraged after only a few decades (worth a shot though!)
What is Georgia?
They're the three animals that fell victim to the Onceler's reckless biggering: one for lack of fruit, one for smoggy smog, and one for lack of clean water.
What are Brown Barbaloots, Swomee swans, and Humming Fish?
An entire tower is necessary to play this instrument which is controlled by a keyboard similar to a piano, there's believed to be only 700 in the world.
What is a carillon?
This tasty English fashion trend was one of the quirkiest phases of the 18th century consisting of a tight jacket and extravagant wigs, it would later be mentioned in a well-known song.
What is the Macaroni craze?
This event that took place in the summer of 1969 is commemorated by a multi-week celebration.
What are the Stonewall riots?
This sizzly colonist led united landless pilgrims in one of the most devastating rebellions in colonial history eventually ending with the burning of Jamestown to the ground in 1676.
Who is Nathaniel Bacon?
It was the first book Dr. Seuss published, originally rejected by 27 publishers and supposedly written to the rhythm of a steamboat's engine.
What is And to Think that I saw it on Mulberry Street?
In theory the largest bell ever constructed was this one, allegedly weighing more than 45 African Elephants, it's mysterious disappearance has captured the attention of the people of Myanmar where the bell was manufactured, though it's existence is still heavily debated.
What is the Dhammazedi Bell?
From 1558-1603, this monarch's unhealthy obsession with sugar led to a dentist's nightmare, her teeth turning pitch black; of course it somehow managed to become a fashion trend and nobles would darken their teeth using a dye comprised of raw eggs and lead.
Who is Queen Elizabeth I?
It's the Australian state in which Sydney is in.
Where is New South Wales?