Famous Duos
Fred Astaire and...
Who is Ginger Rogers?
Two rumors persist and are false. No, they were not lovers, though they kissed once. And no, they did not hate each other
It’s finger-lickin’ good.
What is KFC, or Kentucky Fried Chicken?
The secret recipe is under lock and key in Kentucky.
Money burns a hole in this.
What is your pocket?
It means you’re eager to spend money rather than save it.
What famous Canadian singer is known for hits like “The Power of Love” and “My Heart Will Go On”?
Celine Dion
Although she is known for many English-language hits, Dion’s first several albums were recorded in French
In Homer’s Odyssey, Odysseus and...
Who is Penelope?
Their names came to stand for faithfulness in marriage, as Penelope fought off suitors for 20 years while Odysseus was away fighting the Trojan War.
Batman and…
Who is Robin?
Adam West plays Batman and Burt Ward plays Robin in the original 1960s TV series
The best part of waking up is [this] in your cup.
What is Folgers?
Folgers was established in the 1850s, and the family is related to Ben Franklin
Powerball is this type of game
What is lottery?
While chances of winning the lottery are slim, Kenneth J. Stokes of Norwood, Massachusetts, won twice in one day in the same lottery. He forgot his family had bought him a season ticket with pre-selected numbers, and he played the same number on a ticket he purchased. He won two $25,000 checks
J. K. Rowling is best known as the author of what book series, featuring a boy wizard as the main character?
The Harry Potter book series Rowling first began writing as a child, penning her first story at just six years old.
How many licks does it take…?
What is Tootsie Roll?
There were several variations of the 1960s tagline, but they all wanted the customer to guess how many licks led to the center of the Tootsie Roll. The answer is no one knows.
Laurel and...
Who is Hardy?
Their signature hats are bowler hats, and their signature tunes are “The Dance of the Cuckoos,” “Ku-Ku,” and “The Cuckoo Song.”
L’eggo my Eggo!
What are Eggo waffles?
They were initially known as Froffles, shortened from frozen waffles.
Money you earn off a CD, or certificate of deposit, is called this
What is interest?
CDs are similar to savings accounts. You commit to leaving money in the account for a set period. In return, you earn higher interest than you would make on a savings account. CDs are federally insured
What artist painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci Da Vinci painted the piece while living in Florence, Italy.
This has replaced paper in Canadian and British banknotes.
What is polymer? It lasts longer and allows more security features than paper, making the notes harder to counterfeit.
Abbott and...
Who is Costello?
Abbott dropped out of school in the fourth grade. He got a lucky break when Costello’s straight man failed to appear. Abbott was an emergency replacement, and the duo was born.
Have it your way.
What is Burger King?
Its signature burger is the Whopper
“Too big to fail” refers to these institutions.
What are (large) banks?
Among the “too big to fails” are Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase, and Bank of America.
What author is known for her novel I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings?
Maya Angelou
Angelou is the first Black woman to be featured on the U.S. quarter, an honor she received for her remarkable work as an artist and activist.
She played Anita in the first Broadway production of West Side Story.
Who is Chita Rivera?
She is a two-time Tony winner. Rita Moreno plays Anita in the film version
George Putnam and this aviator
Who is Amelia Earhart?
They fell in love while he was still married. She left out the part about obeying her husband in her marriage vows.
Small fry loves [this]
What is Bird’s Eye?
The company was a trailblazer in frozen foods in the 1950s.
The two-dollar coin in Canada goes by this nickname.
What is toonie?
The Canadian one-dollar coin is called the loonie.
What rock band was formed by Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss
KISS
The band was formed in 1973 and has continued to produce music into the 2000's
Which of the following is NOT a prime number: 3, 13, 14, or 17?
Prime numbers were studied by the ancient Greeks, including Pythagoras.