The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Towards the end of the film, she taps her heels together three times to magically transport herself back to Kansas.
Who is Dorothy?
The famous ruby slippers were originally silver in the books but were changed to red for the 1939 film to stand out against the yellow brick road using Technicolor.
This state has the nickname "The Golden State"
What is California?
“The Golden State” has long been a popular designation for California and was made the official State Nickname in 1968.
These are the three colors that appear on the French flag.
What are red, white and blue?
The French flag's colors—blue, white, and red—symbolize liberty, equality, and fraternity, respectively, reflecting the values of the French Revolution
The Cuban Missile Crisis. 1960
After.
The Cuban Missile Crisis lasted from October 15 - October 28th, 1962
On September 2nd, 1945, this nation formally surrendered to the Allied Powers, officially ended World War II
What is Japan?
The ceremony was brief, lasting only 23 minutes, and was led by General Douglas MacArthur, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Powers
Name that tune #1
What is Ring of Fire by Johnny Cash?
"Ring of Fire" was co-written by June Carter and Merle Kilgore, not Johnny Cash, who later recorded the most famous version after hearing the song in a dream about adding mariachi horns.
In the film, this character is searching for courage, feeling he is a coward and needs it to be a true leader.
Who is the Lion?
Bert Lahr, the actor who played the Lion, often had to lie on a board between takes because he couldn't sit in the heavy, hot costume under the bright studio lights.
This is the capital of California.
What is Sacramento?
Sacramento has served as California's capital since 1854, following the discovery of gold on John Sutter's land in 1848. It was a major supply center for gold seekers and is the site of the groundbreaking for the first transcontinental railroad.
These are the only two numbers on a telephone keypad that are not assigned letters.
1 and 0?
A, B, and C are assigned to the number 2. W, X, Y, and Z are assigned to the number 9.
Neil Armstrong walking on the moon. 1970
Before.
The Apollo 11 moon landing occurred in July 1969
On September 13th, 1971, State police and National Guardsman stormed this prison in upstate New York, ending a five day long prison riot that saw 31 prisoners and 11 guards killed.
What is Attica?
In the 1975 film "Dog Day Afternoon", Al Pacino's character, Sonny, shouts "Attica!" during a bank robbery standoff with police. The line, which references the 1971 prison riot, was an improvised addition by Pacino to convey his character's escalating frustration.
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What is Happy Together by The Turtles?
In 2007, "Happy Together" was recognized for its lasting impact and musical significance by being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
This character believed himself to be stupid and was in search of a brain.
Who is The Scarecrow?
Ray Bolger, the actor who played the Scarecrow, was actually first considered for the Tin Man part, but he preferred playing the Scarecrow and insisted on the role. However, Bolger's latex face mask was not breathable and left permanent lines on his face from the constant pressure, a detail he said took a year to vanish
This famous island in California served as a federal prison until 1963.
What is Alcatraz?
The name Alcatraz comes from the Spanish phrase "Isla de los Alcatraces," meaning "Island of the Pelicans," due to the large colonies of pelicans that used to inhabit the island.
He wrote the short stories "The Telltale Heart" and "The Fall of House Usher"
Who is Edgar Allen Poe?
Poe has been given credit with inventing the detective story with his story "Murders in the Rue Morgue"
The Watergate Scandal. 1970.
After
The Watergate scandal began early in the morning of June 17, 1972
On September 20th, 1973, The much-hyped "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match took place in Houston between between Bobby Riggs and this female tennis pioneer.
Who is Billie Jean King?
In 1973, King beat self-proclaimed chauvinist Bobby Riggs in a highly publicized match that was watched by over 90 million people. She was the first woman to win over $100,000 in a season and the first woman to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year
Name that song #3
What is Somebody to Love by Jefferson Airplane?
Their breakout 1967 album, Surrealistic Pillow, became a symbol of the Summer of Love, producing the Top 10 hits "White Rabbit" and "Somebody to Love".
This character was in search of a heard, as he believed he could not feel emotion or love.
Who is The Tin Man?
The actor originally cast as the Tin Man was Buddy Ebsen, but he was replaced by Jack Haley after suffering a severe allergic reaction to the aluminum makeup, which caused a lung infection
In 1955, this theme park, dubbed "the happiest place on earth" first opened in Anaheim, California
What is Disneyland?
Disneyland's address, 1313 Harbor Blvd., is thought to be a tribute to Mickey Mouse (M is the 13th letter of the alphabet).
Clark Kent is this superheroes secret identity.
Who is Superman?
Clark's civilian persona is a comprehensive act to hide his superhero identity. He alters his posture to slouch, changes his voice to be higher and softer, parts his hair differently, and wears loose-fitting clothing to obscure his muscular physique.
Alaska and Hawaii became U.S. States. 1960
Before.
Alaska became a state on January 3rd, 1959, and Hawaii became the 50th state on August 21st, 1959
On September 11, 2001, the worst terrorist attack in American history occurred after 4 commercial airlines were hijacked. Two of the planes were flown into the World Trade Centers, one crashed in a field in Pennsylvania, and one struck this building in Washington D.C., the headquarters of the Department of Defense.
What is the Pentagon?
The Pentagon features 18 miles of corridors to navigate its five floors and two basement levels, with a layout designed to get anyone to any office within seven minutes.
Name that tune #4
What is Mellow Yellow by Donovan?
Donovan originally considered the song a "throwaway sing-a-long for private parties." He was surprised when his producer, Mickie Most, chose it as the follow-up single to the smash hit "Sunshine Superman".
Dorothy and the gang followed the yellow brick road to this city, hoping to find the mysterious Wizard of Oz
What is the Emerald City?
The highest air temperature ever officially recorded on Earth was in this National park located in California on July 10, 1913
What is Death Valley?
Despite the harsh environment, the park supports a variety of wildlife, including roadrunners, jackrabbits, and various reptiles and birds.
This is the only U.S. state to have one-syllable name.
What is Maine?
Maine is the only state in the U.S. to share its border with just one other state, New Hampshire. Maine also has the highest population of moose in the lower 48 states.
The fall of the Berlin Wall. 1990
Before.
The Berlin wall fell on November 9th, 1989
On September 12th, 1990, a treaty was signed with re-unified this central European nation
What is Germany?
The fall of the Berlin Wall in November 1989 led to a mass movement of East Germans westward, with about 2,000 people leaving daily, which hastened the reunification process
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What is Have You Ever Seen The Rain by CCR?
The song was written by John Fogerty about the impending breakup of Creedence Clearwater Revival, inspired by tensions within the band, including his brother's departure. Despite its sad origins, the song became a massive hit, reaching number eight on the Billboard Hot 100
This wicked witch was crushed under Dorothy's house when Dorothy first arrived in Oz
Who is the Wicked Witch of the East?
The iconic green skin of the Wicked Witch was a creation of the 1939 film; in the original book, she was not described as green.
From November 17, 2003, to January 3, 2011, this former actor and body builder from Austria served as governor, or as some called him, govenator, of California?
Who is Arnold Schwarzenegger?
Schwarzenegger was widely dubbed "the Governator," a nod to his famous role as the Terminator, upon his election in the 2003 recall election. Media outlets ran wild with movie-themed headlines, with some calling the recall election "Total Recall," a reference to another one of his famous films.
The cities Ankara and Istanbul are located in this country.
What is Turkey or Türkiye?
Istanbul is the most populated city in Turkey. The capital, Ankara, is the second most populated.
The creation of the nation of Israel. 1950.
Before.
Israel was founded on May 14, 1948
In September 1975, this president was the victim of two assassination attempts
Who is Gerald Ford?
Following the second attempt, the Secret Service issued Ford a bulletproof trench coat. He was not fond of the bulky jacket but wore it for safety. The Secret Service also implemented tighter security protocols, such as maintaining a greater distance between the president and unscreened crowds.
Name that song #6
What is Layla by Eric Clapton (Or Derrick and the Dominos"?
Clapton wrote "Layla" about Pattie Boyd, who was married to his friend George Harrison. The song's title comes from the 7th-century Arab tale Layla and Majnun, a tragic story of unrequited love that mirrored Clapton's own feelings.