US History
What was the name of the first (permanent English) American colony?
Jamestown
What is the birthstone for October?
Opal and tourmaline are the birthstones for October.
Name 3 actors who have played James Bond
Daniel Craig. Sean Connery, Pierce Brosnan, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, George Lazenby,
David Niven, Barry Nelson
What Was America's first national park?
Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872 as America's first national park, an idea that spread worldwide. The world's largest collection of geysers – including Old Faithful – are preserved here and they are the main reason the park was established
What brothers were known for hits like Wake Up Little Susie, Bye-Bye Love and All I Have to Do Is Dream?
The Everly Brothers
Which branch of the military did President John F. Kennedy serve in?
US Navy
What is the name of the famous Bram Stoker novel published on October 26, 1897?
“Dracula,” the Gothic horror novel featuring the iconic vampire Count Dracula.
What American writer/director starred in several iconic European-produced "Spaghetti Westerns"?
Clint Eastwood
Which U.S. national park is known for its unique geological formations called hoodoos?
Bryce Canyon
What song recorded to benefit the charity U.S.A. for Africa was performed by a chorus of 46 famous musicians including Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Kenny Rogers, Cyndi Lauper, Willie Nelson, Tina Turner and the Pointer Sisters?
We Are the World
Walt Whitman's poem "Oh Captain, My Captain" was written about which U.S. President?
"O Captain! My Captain!" was written in 1865 in response to the death of Abraham Lincoln. It was the only one of Whitman's poem to appear in anthologies during his lifetime.
What is the name of the weather pattern that brings dry, warm weather to the eastern United States in October?
Indian Summer is the weather pattern that brings dry, warm weather to the eastern United States in October.
In what 1976 thriller does Robert De Niro famously say "You talkin' to me?"
Taxi Driver
What National Park reaches into 3 states?
Yellowstone
What hotel can you check out from at anytime, but never leave?
Hotel California
Who was the only U.S. president to pay off the national debt?
On January 1, 1835, Andrew Jackson paid off the entire national debt, the only time in U.S. history that this has been accomplished. The objective had been reached in part through Jackson's reforms aimed at eliminating the misuse of funds and through his vetoes of legislation which he deemed extravagant.
Which Major League Baseball team has won the most World Series championships in October?
The New York Yankees have won the most World Series championships in October, with 27 titles.
What is the highest-grossing movie of all time when taking inflation into account?
Gone with the Wind
Where is the largest mangrove ecosystem in the western hemisphere?
Everglades National Park
What 1989 Cher video was banned from MTV because of her revealing outfit?
Answer: “If I Could Turn Back Time”
In his 1964 State of the Union address, Lyndon Johnson declared an "unconditional war on this" in America
What is Poverty
What is the process called when leaves change color in the fall?
The process of leaves changing color in the fall is called senescence.
For what movie did Steven Spielberg win his first Oscar for Best Director?
Schindler's List
The magnificent scenic drive known as “Going-to-the-Sun Road” is located in which National Park?
Glacier National Park in Montana.
Which rocker caused a scandal when he married his 13 year old cousin in 1957?
Jerry Lee Lewis