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Ancient Roman god with two faces, one looking forward and one looking backward, after whom January is named?
What is Janus?
The name January is derived from the Roman god Janus. Janus is the god of doorways, gates, and thresholds; and, by extension, of beginnings, endings, and transitions. Janus was depicted with two faces, one looking forward and one looking backward.
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January’s zodiac sign?
What is Capricorn or Aquarius?
January babies' horoscope sign is Capricorn or Aquarius. If your baby is born before January 20th they'll be a Capricorn—January babies who debut on January 20th or later will fall under Aquarius.
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Common New Year’s resolution in January?
What is Exercise more?
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Who added January to the calendar by introducing the Julian calendar in 45 B.C.?
Who is Julius Caesar?
In 45 B.C., New Year's Day is celebrated on January 1 for the first time in history as the Julian calendar takes effect. Soon after becoming Roman dictator, Julius Caesar decided that the traditional Roman calendar was in dire need of reform.
100
How many days did January have when it was initially added to the calendar?
What is 29 days?
January was called mensis ianuarius, the month of Janus, the ancient Roman god of beginnings, passage, and time itself. January initially had 29 days.
200
What is the full moon’s name that occurs in January?
What is Full Moon?
January's full moon is named after the howling of hungry wolves lamenting the scarcity of food in midwinter.
200
This famous musician was born on January 8, 1935.
Who is Elvis Presley?
200
Kate Middleton was born on January 9, 1982. What is her title now as a member of the British Royal family?
What is Duchess of Cambridge?
Upon marrying Prince William in 2011, Kate was officially named Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Cambridge. It was her first and is her longest-held role. She retains the title today, despite her ascension to Princess of Wales.
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On what date, George Washington unfurled the Grand Union Flag, America’s first national flag, during the American Revolution?
What is January 1, 1776?
The first unofficial flag, known as the Continental Colors, (or “the Grand Union Flag”) had thirteen red and white stripes with a Union composed of the crosses of St. George and St. Andrew. It was first unfurled on January 1, 1776.
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Which new product did Apple unveil at Macworld in January 2007?
What is iPhone?
On January 9, 2007, Steve Jobs introduced the Apple iPhone at Macworld in San Francisco. Apple CEO Steve Jobs gave the world its first look at the iPhone — as well as a glimpse into a radically different future of personal computing and communications — on this day in history, Jan. 9, 2007.
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On January 31st, 1865, US Congress passed the 13th Amendment which abolished what?
What is Slavery?
The 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution provides that "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."
300
The 18th Amendment began in January of 1920. What did this amendment prohibit?
What is Alcohol Production?
The Eighteenth Amendment declared the production, transport and sale of intoxicating liquors illegal, although it did not outlaw the actual consumption of alcohol.
300
On January 3, 1920, the New York Yankees purchased what player from the Red Sox?
Who is Babe Ruth?
Jan. 3, 1920: The Yankees purchase the contract of Babe Ruth from the Boston Red Sox for $125,000 and a $350,000 loan against the mortgage on Fenway Park.
300
Joe DiMaggio married what famous actress on January 14, 1954?
Who is Marilyn Monroe?
On Jan. 14, 1954, Marilyn Monroe married Joe DiMaggio at San Francisco City Hall. Monroe and DiMaggio met in 1952 after the popular center fielder arranged a date with Monroe, whose own star was rising at the time, according to History.com.
300
What state became part of the U.S. in January 1959?
What is Alaska?
On January 3, 1959, the US signed the official proclamation admitting Alaska as the 49th state.
400
Ads for what product were banned from American TV on January 1, 1971?
What is a Cigarette Ad?
The Last Televised Cigarette Ad Runs On American Television on January 1, 1971. The last televised cigarette ad ran at 11:50 P.M. during The Johnny Carson Show on Jan.
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In 1924, the first Winter Olympics debuted in what country?
What is France?
400
What famous cartoon character appeared in January 1930?
What is Mickey Mouse?
Mickey Mouse made its first appearance on January 13, 1930. The comical plot was credited to Disney himself, art to Ub Iwerks and inking to Win Smith.
400
The first underground railway system opened on January 10, 1863, in what city?
What is London?
The world's first underground railway opened in London in 1863, as a way of reducing street congestion. Here is a very short history of the Underground.
400
In Japan, what holiday is celebrated on January 1st, marking the arrival of the new year?
What is Shōgatsu?
Shōgatsu, a public holiday observed in Japan on January 1–3 (though celebrations sometimes last for the entire week), marking the beginning of a new calendar year.
500
The first chimpanzee in space completed his mission on January 31, 1961. What was the name given to the chimp after the mission?
What is Ham?
500
The North American Free Trade Agreement came into effect on January 1 of what year?
What is 1994?
North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) established a free-trade zone in North America; it was signed in 1992 by Canada, Mexico, and the United States and took effect on Jan. 1, 1994. NAFTA immediately lifted tariffs on the majority of goods produced by the signatory nations.
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What was the first year there were fireworks for the New York New Year’s Eve celebration?
What is 1904?
The first New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square was held on December 31, 1904; The New York Times' owner, Adolph Ochs, decided to celebrate the opening of the newspaper's new headquarters, One Times Square, with a New Year's fireworks show on the southern roof of the building to welcome 1905.
500
On January 3, 1964, what honor did Martin Luther King receive?
What is Nobel Prize?
In 1964 Martin Luther King, Jr. was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his dynamic leadership of the Civil Rights movement and steadfast commitment to achieving racial justice through nonviolent action.
500
In how many European countries did the euro currency debut on January 1, 2002?
What is 12 countries?
The cash changeover in 2002 was a significant event in Europe's history and a major technical achievement. On 1 January that year euro banknotes and coins were introduced in 12 countries with a total of population of 308 million.