Classic Films and their Stars
He starred in the first talkie, "The Jazz Singer".
Al Jolson
Charlie Chaplin
Buster Keaton
Lon Chaney
Answer: Al Jolson
What is the name of Abraham and Sarah's son?
Joseph
Ishmael
Isaac
David
Answer: Isaac
Part of the story of Isaac can be found in Genesis 21. Isaac was the only son of Abraham and Sarah. Isaac was born when Abraham was 100 years old. Isaac married Rebekah, and they had two children, Esau and Jacob.
This state is the second largest in the USA and is bordered by several states including Oklahoma and New Mexico. Which state is it?Hint
California
Texas
Colorado
Alaska
Answer: Texas
Texas is the second largest state landwise. The first is Alaska and the third is California. Other states that border Texas are Arkansas and Louisiana.
'King of the _______'
Road
Dance
Town
Charts
Answer: Road
HOBBIES: Croissant, a traditional French pastry, originated from what modern-day country?
Spain
Germany
Austria
Italy
Answer: Austria
The crescent-shaped pastry originated during the 13th century from Austria. The kipferi in Austria came in various shapes. The pastry can be made plain or with nuts or other fillings (some consider the rugelach a form of kipferl).
His co-star was Marlene Dietrich in "Morocco".
Answer: (Two Words)
Answer: Gary Cooper
How tall was Goliath (according the the KJV; found in 1 Samuel 17:4)?
9 feet and 3 cubits
9 cubits and 5 inches
6 cubits and a span
8 feet and 7 inches
Answer: 6 cubits and a span
Goliath was 6 cubits and a span, which is 9 feet, 9 inches tall. A cubit is about 19 inches. He was killed by David. Goliath was a Philistine, and David was a Jew. David slung a stone with his slingshot and stunned him, then made sure he was dead by chopping his head off with a sword.
This state is remembered by young children as MI crooked letter crooked letter I crooked letter crooked letter I humpback humpback I. It is bordered by Alabama and Tennessee.
Answer: (One Word)
Answer: Mississippi
Mississippi is also bordered by Arkansas and Louisiana, but they are across the Mississippi River.
'You Don't Know ______'
Him
Me
Her
Anything
Answer: Me
HISTORY: Who were the Big Three leaders at the end of WWII?
Churchill, Truman, Stalin
Attlee, Roosevelt, Stalin
Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
Answer: Attlee, Truman, Stalin
Winston Churchill was still the British prime minister when Germany surrendered on 9 May 1945. However, his party lost the 1945 general elections to the Labour Party. Clement Attlee succeeded Churchill as the prime minister on 26 July 1945. Franklin D. Roosevelt passed away on 12 April 1945 and was succeeded by Harry Truman. WWII officially ended on 2 September 1945, when Japan signed the unconditional surrender documents on USS Missouri.
Claudette Colbert was his co-star in "It Happened One Night".
Answer: (Two Words)
Answer: Clark Gable
Who baptized Jesus?
Peter
He wasn't baptized.
John the Baptist
Joseph
Answer: John the Baptist
Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, His cousin. John the Baptist first objected, saying that Jesus should baptize him, not the other way around. After Jesus was baptized, God came down in the the form of a dove, saying, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." (Luke 3:12-22)
This mitten state is surrounded by the Great Lakes. To the south are Indiana and Ohio.Hint
Wisconsin
Michigan
New York
Pennsylvania
Answer: Michigan
Michigan is shaped like a glove. If you take Interstate 69 in Michigan to Highway 402 to Highway 401 to Highway 403 to Highway QEW in Canada it will take you to Niagara Falls and New York. This is a shorter route to drive than the alternative of driving from Michigan through Ohio and Pennsylvania.
'Mammas, Don't Let Your Babies Grow up to be ____________'
Cowboys
Singers
Soldiers
Boozers
WORLD: This mosque was built in the 8th century, captured in the 13th century by the Christians and converted to a cathedral. Where is this cathedral located in Spain?
Salamanca
Valencia
Cordoba
Bilbao
Answer: Cordoba
The Great Mosque was constructed in Cordoba in 785 under the orders of Abd ar-Rahman I. Cordoba was the capital of Al-Andalus which was ruled by the Muslims. In 1236, Cordoba was captured by Christian forces of Castille. The mosque was converted to a cathedral. The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.
Who portrayed Nick Charles in "The Thin Man" films?
Gary Cooper
Paul Muni
Lionel Barrymore
William Powell
Answer: William Powell
How many apostles of Jesus were at the Last Supper?
7
12
10
15
Answer: 12
The twelve original apostles of Jesus were: Simon Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Nathanael A.K.A. Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew, another James, Lebbeus A.K.A. Thaddeus, Simon, and Judas. This can be found in Luke 6:12-49.
This state is home to the largest naval port in the world. There is a west one of this state also. It is bordered by North Carolina and Kentucky. What state is it?
Answer: (One Word)
Answer: Virginia
Norfolk, Virginia is home to the largest naval base in the world. It lies on the Chesapeake Bay. Take highway 13 from Norfolk, cross the Chesapeake Bay, and head north to Maryland where Washington D.C. is located.
'By the Time I Get to __________'
Dallas
Phoenix
Texas
Houston
Phoenix
ANIMALS: Which of the following mammals can hold breath under water for up to 40 minutes?
Sloth
Dugong
Hippopotamus
Walrus
Answer: Sloth
It is impressive that the sloth, a tree dwelling mammal, can hold its breath under water for 40 minutes. Under water, a sloth can slow its heart rate by about one-third, thereby using less energy and not needing to breathe as frequently. The sloth can escape its predators by staying underwater.
He gives an excellent comedic performance as Jerry Warriner in "The Awful Truth" (1937).
Answer: (Two Words or last name only)
Answer: Cary Grant
In the New Testament, people began to call Saul by a different name. What is it?
Judah
Paul
David
His name didn't change.
Answer: Paul
When he was called Saul, he was a very bad man, and he killed Christians. God suddenly made a very bright light flash around him, causing him to go blind. This is when God spoke to him. He told him to go to the city, and there he would be given further instructions.
Which of these states is not preceded by "New"?Hint
Hampshire
York
Mexico
Carolina
Answer: Carolina
Since people complained that Virginia doesn't have a direction in front of it, while technically one of the Virginia's does- West Virginia, I changed the question completely, otherwise it would not have been tricky enough. New Hampshire and New York are located on the East coast and New Mexico borders Arizona as well as Texas.
'Coal Miner's __________'
Heart
Daughter
Lamp
Shovel
daughter
LITERATURE: "The Water Margin" is one of the Chinese Four Great Classics. The classic is also known by "The Outlaws of the ___".
Marsh
Mountain
Forest
Hill
Answer: Marsh
It was written by Shi Nai-an during the Ming dynasty. It is about the leader Song Jiang and his 108 heroes who rebelled against the Song government (around 12th century). They are later granted amnesty by the Song Emperor. The novel depicts the struggle of the peasants uprising, development and failure, praising the heroes. This novel is well known in China and East Asia.
Who starred as Father Flanagan in "Boys Town"?
Bing Crosby
Spencer Tracy
James Stewart
Henry Fonda
Answer: Spencer Tracy
What Bible character is known for long hair which made him strong?
Samson
Isaiah
Daniel
Elijah
Answer: Samson
Samson was a very strong man. One night, Delilah came and cut it short so he would not be strong. This is found in Judges 15:9-16:21.
Which of these states does Historic Route 66 not go through?Hint
Missouri
Oklahoma
Colorado
Arizona
Answer: Colorado
Historic Route 66 goes from Santa Monica, California through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, and ends in Chicago, Illinois. The movie "Cars" (2006) is set around this old highway. This route was approximately 2,448 miles long.
'I Love a Rainy _______'
Weekend
Day
Night
Storm
night
PEOPLE: What nearly impossible task did Nirmal Parja do in seven months in 2019?
Cycled around the world
Scaled 14 highest peaks over 8,000 m (26,000 ft)
Walking 9,000 km (5,625 mi) across Russia from east to west
Completed 200 maratho
Answer: Scaled 14 highest peaks over 8,000 m (26,000 ft)
A film about Nepali Nirmal Parja's feat was released by Netflix on 29 November 2021 entitled "14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible". He and his team achieved the feat in six months and 6 days from April 2019 to October 2019. The previous record was held by South Korean climber Kim Chang. Kim completed the task in seven years, in 2013.
Jefferson Smith in "Mr. Smith Goes To Washington".
Answer: (Two Words)
Answer: James Stewart
Which of these was NOT thrown in the fiery furnace?
Shadrach
Abednego
Meshach
Cadillac
Answer: Cadillac
These men were thrown in the fiery furnace because they followed God. The furnace was so hot that it instantly killed the guards that threw them in. A few minutes later, someone looked in, and saw 4 men in there. The fourth one is sometimes thought to be Jesus. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego walked out without a scratch or burn on them.
Interstate 40 begins in this west coast state and ends in this east coast state. Which two states are they?Hint
Oregon, Pennsylvania
Washington, Georgia
California, Virginia
California, North Carolina
Answer: California, North Carolina
I-40 runs from Barstow, California all the way to North Carolina. It goes through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, and ends in North Carolina. This interstate is approximately 2,554 miles long.
'Oh, Lonesome _____'
Nights
Times
Me
Town
me
SCIENCE: The average natural frequency of the earth is 7.83 Hz which is the same as the average of the alpha frequency of the human's brain. The resonant frequency is named after which scientist?
Bernhard Riemann
Carl F. Gauss
Winfried Otto Schumann
Fritz Haber
Answer: Winfried Otto Schumann
The Earth is a gigantic electric circuit with its electromagnetic field that surrounds and protects all living things; it has an average natural frequency of 7.83 Hz. This frequency, known as "Schumann resonance", was named after Dr. Winfried Otto Schumann who discovered it in 1952.
The girl with the beautiful voice in "The Wizard of Oz".
Answer: (Two Words or last name only)
Answer: Judy Garland
Who was swallowed by a "big fish"?
Daniel
Noah
Jacob
Jonah
Answer: Jonah
God wanted Jonah to go to Nineveh to preach to all the wicked people there, but Jonah did not want to go. He went to Joppa and got on a ship, thinking that God wouldn't see him. God saw him, and sent a big storm, which made the crew think it was about to sink.
How many states are there with a "New" in front?Hint
3
4
5
6
Answer: 4
New Hampshire, New York, New Mexico, New Jersey are the four states beginning with "New". There are quite a few cities that begin with new like New Orleans. New England is not a state it is just what people call the NE region of the U.S.
'(Hey, Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong ______'
Record
Tune
Ballad
Song
song
HUMANITIES: Jan van Eyck's "Adoration of Mystic ____" was the of the world's most stolen paintings from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
Horse
Goat
Lamb
Donkey
Answer: Lamb
"The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb" aka "Ghent Altarpiece" was completed in 1432. The altarpiece has 12 panels and weighs two tons. The painting depicts the Annunciation, Adam and Eve, Virgin Mary and Jesus. The main theme is to show the gathering of pilgrims to honour the Lamb of God.
"Stagecoach" was one of his first westerns.
Answer: (Two Words or last name only, Pilgrim)
Answer: John Wayne
Who does the Bible describe as God's chosen people?
Philistines
Baptists
Methodists
Israelites
Answer: Israelites
The Israelites are God's chosen people. He stated that in the Old Testament, in Deuteronomy 7:6.
Which of these is not a state that borders Canada?Hint
Massachusetts
Montana
Alaska
Maine
Answer: Massachusetts
The states that land border Canada are Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
'The Most Beautiful ____________'
Girl
Dream
Gal
Time
girl
MUSIC: Which band or artist dominated the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the 1970s with nine number one Billboard Hot 100 hits?
Eagles
Elton John
Bee Gees
Paul McCartney and Wings
Answer: Bee Gees
The Bee Gees topped the Hot 100 chart in the 1970s with nine number hits. Three of the hits come from the soundtrack of the 1977 film "Saturday Night Fever"; "How Deep Is Your Love", "Staying Alive" and "Fever". The three songs also charted high in many countries around the world, launching the most popular period of the disco era. The band's hits stayed in the Hot 100 for a total of 27 weeks in the 1970s.
Who starred as Tom Joad in "The Grapes of Wrath"?
James Stewart
Henry Fonda
Laurence Olivier
Charles Chaplin
Answer: Henry Fonda
Who discovered Jesus was missing from the tomb on the third day after He had been buried?
Peter
John
the angel
Mary Magdalene
Answer: Mary Magdalene
On Easter Sunday, Mary Magdalene and another woman went to Jesus's tomb to put spices on His dead body. When they reached the tomb, they found that the stone had been rolled away. They thought that someone had stolen His body, but saw an angel at the door of the tomb.
Which of the following sets of islands (in the Americas) is not entirely under the government control of the United States?Hint
The Keys
Hawaii
Virgin Islands
Channel Islands (west of California)
Answer: Virgin Islands
The Hawaiian Islands are actually a state of the United States of America. The Channel Islands are off the coast of California and include Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, Santa Barbara. The Keys, aka Florida Keys, are off the coast of Florida. The Virgin Islands are half owned by the U.S. the other half are owned by Great Britain.
'Me and Bobby ___________'
Knight
McGee
Jones
Sox
McGee
SPORTS: In which Olympics were several break-throughs achieved for the first time, mainly in the track and field events for men? They were first man to run under 10-sec in 100m, under 20-sec in 200m and under 44-sec in 400m.
1972 Munich
1976 Montreal
1964 Tokyo
1968 Mexico
Answer: 1968 Mexico
There were several breakthroughs during the 1968 Olympics held in Mexico City. World record times were achieved in 100m in 9.95-sec by Jim Hines, 200m in 19.83-sec by Tommie Smith and 400m in 43.86-sec by Lee Evans. Dick Fosbury created a new high-jump technique with his Fosbury Flop. Bob Beamon became the first man to leap over 29 ft (8.90-m) in the long jump event.