January
Basic Trivia
Ludicrous Laws
1930’s - 50’s Movie Classics!
Jukebox Hits!Name the Artist
100

What is January named after?

Janus, The Roman God of Doors and Gates.

100

What instrument did big-band leader Glenn Miller Play?

Trombone

100

In Washington, it is illegal to: 

A)Kill Bigfoot

B)Own a Train

C)Brew stale coffee

KILL BIGFOOT!

If you end up killing Bigfoot, you can face imprisonment for up to 5 years!

100

Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy were paired many times in the movies. Exactly how many films did they make together?

nine

Their first film was 'Woman of the Year' in 1942, their last was 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' in 1967.

100

”The Great Pretender”

The Platters

From way back in 1955.

200

What zodiac signs fall in January?

Capricorn & Aquarius 

200

How many stars do our American Flag have?

50

200

In Virginia, it is illegal to:

A) Fight A Rat

B) Hunt on Sunday

C) Eat Snakes

Hunt on a Sunday!

this protection is not extended to raccoons, which may be killed any day of the week.

200

This actor made his screen debut in 1954 and in 1955 won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role in 'Mr. Roberts.'

Jack Lemmon

Lemmon's film debut was opposite Judy Holliday in 'It Should Happen to You' which also featured Peter Lawford. Lawford got billing over Lemmon, by the way!

200

"You Send Me"

Sam Cooke

From 1957. Sam Cooke had a wealth of hits, including my favorite, "Wonderful World".

300

Which precious Stone is Associated with January birthdays? 

What is a Garnet?

300

What is another name for “catch” in football?

Reception

300

In Wisconsin, it is illegal to:

A) Eat Bad Cheese

B) Lift weights on Friday

C) Buy two watermelons

Eat bad Cheese!

according to the Law “ cheese shall be fine, highly pleasing, and free from undesirable flavors and odors” 

300

Who was Kate Hepburn's other love interest in the 1957 film 'Desk Set'?

Gig Young

Young won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar in 1969 for his performance in 'They Shoot Horses, Don't They?'

300

"Big Bad John"

Jimmy Dean

From 1961.

400

On what day do Martin Luther King Jr. Day Fall on ?

Third Monday of January 

400

The attack on Pearl Harbor took place in which month?

December 

400

In Nebraska, it is illegal to: 

A) Walk on stilts in town

B) Be ugly in public

C) Spell the word “can” incorrectly 

Be Ugly in Person!

An obscure law, passed in 1889, states that people with an unsightly appearance in public can be fined $1 for each offense.

400

In the 1950 film version of 'Born Yesterday,' Judy Holliday stars with Broderick Crawford as Harry Brock. What future Holliday co-star originated the role of Harry Brock on Broadway?

Paul Douglas

Douglas' screen career spanned a mere 10 years from his screen debut in 1949's 'A Letter to Three Wives' to his final appearance in 'The Mating Game' in 1959 shortly before his death.

400

 "Sherry"

The Four Seasons

This song was released in August 1962.

500

In which Hemisphere is January a Summer Month?

Southern Hemisphere 

500

Where is Cape Horn ?

South America

500

In Wyoming, it is illegal to:

A) Photograph waterfalls

B) Shoot Fish

C) Cut zucchini with a spoon 

Shoot fish!

do you know the old saying “ shooting fish in a barrel”? Well, it’s illegal to do so in Wyoming.

500

In 1949's 'Adams Rib', a successful Broadway actress made what was, in effect if not in actuality, her screen debut in a featured role. Name the actress.

Judy Holliday

Judy Holliday had a relatively short film career. She died at age 49 in 1965.

500

 "Locomotion"

Little Eva

From 1962. I can remember everyone "chug-chug-chugging" along to this one on "American Bandstand".

600

Which International Observance day occurs the second Sunday of January?

World Laughter Day

600

What is the name of the scientist who invented the first generator that reliably produced electricity?

Michael Faraday 

600

In Pennsylvania, it is illegal to:

A) Spill Milk

B) Barter a baby

C) Breed Cockroaches

Barter a baby!

while human trafficking is illegal in all states, there are specific laws in Pennsylvania banning bartering for goods with a baby.

600

The 1938 film 'Holiday' told the story of up and coming 'man of the people' Johnny Case who falls in love with wealthy socialite Linda Seton. Who played the mismatched lovers?

Cary Grant and Katherine Hepburn

600

 "Tequila"

The Champs

From 1958. A great instrumental and super party song, when everyone yells the only word in the song, "TEQUILA".

700

What famous Patent was granted on January 5, 1929?

Pop-up toaster 

700

What ancient wonder of the World is still standing today?

The Great Pyramid of Giza 

700

In Ohio, it is illegal to: 

A) Get a fish drunk

B) Slap a water bottle

C) Buy a dragon

GET A FISH DRUNK!

A better question is why would anyone want to get a fish drunk?

700

In a 1948 western, saddle tramp Robert Mitchum unsuspectingly rides into the middle of a range war. Name the film.

Blood on the Moon

700

 "Tom Dooley"

The Kingston Trio

From 1958. "Hang down your head, Tom Dooley, hang down your head and cry ... Hang down your head Tom Dooley - poor boy, you're bound to die." How many times have we sung THIS one around the campfire?

800

What significant Global event started January 10, 1920?

The League of Nations.

800

What is it called when a solid turns into liquid ?

Melting.

800

In New York, it is illegal to:

A) Feed a camel

B) Pretend to fly

C) Carry an ice cream cone in your pocket

Carry an ice cream cone in your pocket

Specifically, you may not carry an ice cream cone in your back pocket on a Sunday. So, if you’re so inclined, an ice cream cone in your front pocket on A Thursday is totally fine !

800

With reference to question 8, a popular character actor known for playing roles much older than his actual age co-starred with Mitchum. Name the actor.

Walter Brennan

Brennan is the only actor,to date, to win three Oscars for Best Supporting Actor.

800

 "Hey Paula"

 Paul and Paula

From 1963. Yet another "freebie". Im sure you remember your sisters or even yourself listening to this over, and over, and over...