2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator
- "Taxi" dispatcher
- Supremes leader
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host
- Gordon Gekko
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy.
Name the Battle.
Name the war.
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team.
Name the losing team.
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade?
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish.
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets.
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending.
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home.
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion.
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points)
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner.
Who was his running mate?
Name the loser.
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)?
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist
- 'The Scream' painter
- "Desert Fox"
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
Total points: 59
2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111 Sounds like a story I need to hear
- Mayhem talk show host Jerry Springer
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Germany
Name the Battle. The Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. World War II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. New York Yankees
Name the losing team. Brooklyn Dodgers
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? Los Angeles Dodgers
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going my Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Laura
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Double Indemnity
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Going my way
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. FDR
Who was his running mate? Truman
Name the loser. Dewey
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 89
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist Glen Miller
- 'The Scream' painter Munch
- "Desert Fox" Erwin Rommel
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia Munch
Plane crash Miller
Suicide Rommel
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
Total points: 59
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111 Sounds like a story I need to hear
- Mayhem talk show host Jerry Springer
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Germany
Name the Battle. The Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. World War II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. New York Yankees
Name the losing team. Brooklyn Dodgers
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? Los Angeles Dodgers
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going my Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Laura
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Double Indemnity
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Going my way
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. FDR
Who was his running mate? Truman
Name the loser. Dewey
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 89
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist Glen Miller
- 'The Scream' painter Munch
- "Desert Fox" Erwin Rommel
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia Munch
Plane crash Miller
Suicide Rommel
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
Total points: 59
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host Jerry Springer
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Nazi Germany
Name the Battle. The Bulge
Name the war. WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. Cardinals
Name the losing team. Browns
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? Baltimore Orioles
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going My Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Laura
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Double Indemnity
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Going My Way
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. Franklin Roosevelt
Who was his running mate? Harry Truman
Name the loser. Thomas Dewey
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20) 375?
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist Glen MIller, Plane Crash
- 'The Scream' painter Grieg, Pneumonia
- "Desert Fox" Erwin Rommel, Suicide
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host Jerry Springer
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Nazi Germany
Name the Battle. The Bulge
Name the war. WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. Cardinals
Name the losing team. Browns
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? Baltimore Orioles
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going My Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Laura
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Double Indemnity
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Going My Way
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. Franklin Roosevelt
Who was his running mate? Harry Truman
Name the loser. Thomas Dewey
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20) 375?
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist Glen MIller, Plane Crash
- 'The Scream' painter Grieg, Pneumonia
- "Desert Fox" Erwin Rommel, Suicide
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator - STEVEN SPEILBERG
- "Taxi" dispatcher - DANNY DEVITO
- Supremes leader - DIANA ROSS
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host - JERRY SPRINGER?
- Gordon Gekko - CHARLIE SHEEN?
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. - GERMANY
Name the Battle. - BATTLE OF THE BULGE
Name the war. - WORLD WAR II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. NY YANKEES
Name the losing team. - NY GIANTS
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? - SF GIANTS
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. - D-GOING MY WAY
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. A- ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. E- LAURA
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. C- GASLIGHT
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. - B-DOUBLE INDEMNITY
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) LAURA?
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. - FDR
Who was his running mate? Harry Truman
Name the loser. DEWEY?
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 40?
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist - ? - PLANE CRASH
- 'The Scream' painter - MUNCH - PNEUMONIA
- "Desert Fox" - ROMMEL - SUICIDE
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
Total points: 59
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator - STEVEN SPEILBERG
- "Taxi" dispatcher - DANNY DEVITO
- Supremes leader - DIANA ROSS
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host - JERRY SPRINGER?
- Gordon Gekko - CHARLIE SHEEN?
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. - GERMANY
Name the Battle. - BATTLE OF THE BULGE
Name the war. - WORLD WAR II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. NY YANKEES
Name the losing team. - NY GIANTS
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? - SF GIANTS
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. - D-GOING MY WAY
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. A- ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. E- LAURA
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. C- GASLIGHT
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. - B-DOUBLE INDEMNITY
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) LAURA?
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. - FDR
Who was his running mate? Harry Truman
Name the loser. DEWEY?
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 40?
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist - ? - PLANE CRASH
- 'The Scream' painter - MUNCH - PNEUMONIA
- "Desert Fox" - ROMMEL - SUICIDE
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
Total points: 59
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
Day 3
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator GEORGE LUCAS
- "Taxi" dispatcher DANNY DEVITO
- Supremes leader DIANA ROSS
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host JERRY SPRINGER
- Gordon Gekko MICHAEL DOUGLAS
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. GERMANY
Name the Battle. THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE
Name the war. WORLD WAR II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. YANKEES
Name the losing team. BROOKLYN DODGERS
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? LOS ANGELES DODGERS
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. GOING MY WAY
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. LAURA
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. GASLIGHT
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. DOUBLE INDENMITY
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) GOING MY WAY
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. FDR
Who was his running mate? TRUMAN
Name the loser. LANDON
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 28
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist GLENN MILLER - PLANE CRASH
- 'The Scream' painter MUNCH - PNEUMONIA
- "Desert Fox" - ROMMEL - SUICIDE
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
- Star Wars creator GEORGE LUCAS
- "Taxi" dispatcher DANNY DEVITO
- Supremes leader DIANA ROSS
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host JERRY SPRINGER
- Gordon Gekko MICHAEL DOUGLAS
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. GERMANY
Name the Battle. THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE
Name the war. WORLD WAR II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. YANKEES
Name the losing team. BROOKLYN DODGERS
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? LOS ANGELES DODGERS
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. GOING MY WAY
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. LAURA
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. GASLIGHT
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. DOUBLE INDENMITY
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) GOING MY WAY
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. FDR
Who was his running mate? TRUMAN
Name the loser. LANDON
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 28
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist GLENN MILLER - PLANE CRASH
- 'The Scream' painter MUNCH - PNEUMONIA
- "Desert Fox" - ROMMEL - SUICIDE
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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Vandal wrote: ↑Tue Sep 09, 2025 9:04 pm2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111 Joe Cocker
- Mayhem talk show host Jerry Springer
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Germany
Name the Battle. Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. World War II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. St. Louis Cardinals
Name the losing team. St. Louis Browns
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? Baltimore Orioles
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. D
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. A
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. E
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. C
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. B
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Double Indemnity
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Who was his running mate? Harry Truman
Name the loser. Wendell Willke
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 50
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist ? - pneumonia
- 'The Scream' painter Munch - suicide
- "Desert Fox" Rommel - plane crash
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
Total points: 59
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator - George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher - Danny Devito
- Supremes leader - Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111 - Joe Cocker
- Mayhem talk show host - Geraldo Rivera
- Gordon Gekko - Martin Sheen
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. - Germany
Name the Battle. - Battle of the Bulge?
Name the war. - WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. - St. Louis Cardinals
Name the losing team. - St. Louis Browns
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? - Baltimore Orioles
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description. - Dammit! Stick to the baseball questions!!!
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. - Gaslight
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. - Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. - Going My Way
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. - Laura
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. - Double Indemnity
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) - Gaslight
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. - FDR
Who was his running mate? - Truman
Name the loser. - James Garner Nance?
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? - 40
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist - Glenn Miller - plane crash
- 'The Scream' painter - Edvard Munch - pneumonia
- "Desert Fox" - Rommel - suicide
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
1944
- Star Wars creator - George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher - Danny Devito
- Supremes leader - Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111 - Joe Cocker
- Mayhem talk show host - Geraldo Rivera
- Gordon Gekko - Martin Sheen
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. - Germany
Name the Battle. - Battle of the Bulge?
Name the war. - WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. - St. Louis Cardinals
Name the losing team. - St. Louis Browns
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? - Baltimore Orioles
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description. - Dammit! Stick to the baseball questions!!!
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. - Gaslight
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. - Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. - Going My Way
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. - Laura
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. - Double Indemnity
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) - Gaslight
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. - FDR
Who was his running mate? - Truman
Name the loser. - James Garner Nance?
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? - 40
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist - Glenn Miller - plane crash
- 'The Scream' painter - Edvard Munch - pneumonia
- "Desert Fox" - Rommel - suicide
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
1944
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny Devito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Germans
Name the Battle. Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. Yankees and Dodgers
Name the losing team. Dodgers
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? LA Dodgers
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going My Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Double Indemnity
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Laura
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Going My Way
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. Truman
Who was his running mate?
Name the loser.
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 16
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist The one played by JImmy Stewart, Glen Miller
- 'The Scream' painter Edward Munch
- "Desert Fox" Rommel
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia Rommel
Plane crash Glen Miller
Suicide Munch
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
1944
Total points: 59
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny Devito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Germans
Name the Battle. Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. Yankees and Dodgers
Name the losing team. Dodgers
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? LA Dodgers
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going My Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Double Indemnity
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Laura
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Going My Way
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. Truman
Who was his running mate?
Name the loser.
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 16
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist The one played by JImmy Stewart, Glen Miller
- 'The Scream' painter Edward Munch
- "Desert Fox" Rommel
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia Rommel
Plane crash Glen Miller
Suicide Munch
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
1944
Total points: 59
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Revolution is when you decide that for yourself.
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~~ Thomas Jefferson
War is where the government tells you who the bad guy is.
Revolution is when you decide that for yourself.
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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Vandal wrote: ↑Tue Sep 09, 2025 9:04 pm2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator George Lucas
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny Devito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Germany
Name the Battle. Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. WWI
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. Yankees
Name the losing team. Dodgers
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? LA Dodgers
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. D
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. A
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. E
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. C
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. B
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points)
Laura
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner.
Who was his running mate?
Name the loser.
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)?
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist
- 'The Scream' painter Edvard Munch
- "Desert Fox"
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
Total points: 59
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator Gene Roddenberry
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host Jerry Springer
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Nazi Germany
Name the Battle. Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. Yankees
Name the losing team. Dodgers
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? Los Angeles Dodgers
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going My Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Laura
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Double Indemnity
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? Double Indemnity
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. Roosevelt
Who was his running mate? Truman
Name the loser. Smith
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 350
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist
- 'The Scream' painter Munch
- "Desert Fox" Rommel
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide Rommel
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? 1944
- Star Wars creator Gene Roddenberry
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host Jerry Springer
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Nazi Germany
Name the Battle. Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team. Yankees
Name the losing team. Dodgers
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade? Los Angeles Dodgers
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going My Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Laura
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Double Indemnity
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? Double Indemnity
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. Roosevelt
Who was his running mate? Truman
Name the loser. Smith
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 350
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist
- 'The Scream' painter Munch
- "Desert Fox" Rommel
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide Rommel
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? 1944
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
In the year...
Spoiler
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator - GEORGE LUCAS
- "Taxi" dispatcher - DANNY DeVITO
- Supremes leader - DIANA ROSS
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111 - i should remember this but I don't.
- Mayhem talk show host - JERRY SPRINGER
- Gordon Gekko - MICHAEL DOUGLAS
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy.
Name the Battle.
Name the war.
THE GERMAN ARMY
THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE
WORLD WAR II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team.
Name the losing team.
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade?
NEW YORK YANKEES
BROOKLYN DODGERS
LOS ANGELES
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish.
D - GOING MY WAY
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets.
A - ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending.
E - LAURA
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home.
C - GASLIGHT
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion.
B - DOUBLE INDEMNITY
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points)
GOING MY WAY
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner.
Who was his running mate?
Name the loser.
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)?
FRANKIN ROOSEVELT
HARRY S TRUMAN
100
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist - GLENN MILLER - PLANE CRASH
- 'The Scream' painter - MUNCH - PNEUMONIA
- "Desert Fox" - ROMMEL - SUICIDE
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
1944
- Star Wars creator - GEORGE LUCAS
- "Taxi" dispatcher - DANNY DeVITO
- Supremes leader - DIANA ROSS
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111 - i should remember this but I don't.
- Mayhem talk show host - JERRY SPRINGER
- Gordon Gekko - MICHAEL DOUGLAS
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy.
Name the Battle.
Name the war.
THE GERMAN ARMY
THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE
WORLD WAR II
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series.
Name the winning team.
Name the losing team.
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade?
NEW YORK YANKEES
BROOKLYN DODGERS
LOS ANGELES
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish.
D - GOING MY WAY
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets.
A - ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending.
E - LAURA
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home.
C - GASLIGHT
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion.
B - DOUBLE INDEMNITY
A- Arsenic and Old Lace
B- Double Indemnity
C- Gaslight
D- Going My Way
E- Laura
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points)
GOING MY WAY
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner.
Who was his running mate?
Name the loser.
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)?
FRANKIN ROOSEVELT
HARRY S TRUMAN
100
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist - GLENN MILLER - PLANE CRASH
- 'The Scream' painter - MUNCH - PNEUMONIA
- "Desert Fox" - ROMMEL - SUICIDE
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
Pneumonia
Plane crash
Suicide
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points)
1944
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
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Vandal wrote: ↑Tue Sep 09, 2025 9:04 pm2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many famous people are born this year. Identify these six each by a short clue:
- Star Wars creator Gene Roddenberry
- "Taxi" dispatcher Danny DeVito
- Supremes leader Diana Ross
- "Thanks, luv" to Christie1111
- Mayhem talk show host
- Gordon Gekko Michael Douglas
E2 - A major enemy offensive campaign, also known as the Ardennes Offensive, takes place on the Western Front, specifically in the densely forested Ardennes region between Belgium and Luxembourg.
Name the enemy. Germany
Name the Battle. Battle of the Bulge
Name the war. WWII
E3 - Two teams from the same city face each other in the MLB World Series. I knew this isn't 1989, which would be the Battle of the Bay. Oh well.
Name the winning team.
Name the losing team.
What current MLB team did the losing team eventually evolve into during the next decade?
E4 - Many quality movies were released this year. Match the movie title to the correct description.
1- A family‑friendly musical in which Father O’Malley, a young, modern-minded priest from St. Louis, is sent to assist Father Fitzgibbon at New York’s struggling St. Dominic’s parish. Going My Way
2- A dark screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra, featuring Cary Grant discovering his eccentric aunts’ murderous secrets. Arsenic and Old Lace
3- A haunting mystery noir starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, famous for its atmospheric storytelling and twist ending. Laura
4- A psychological thriller in which a young woman living in London begins to suspect she's losing her sanity when strange events occur in her home. Gaslight
5- A quintessential film noir directed by Billy Wilder, featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck in a tale of insurance fraud and passion. Double Indemnity
Bonus: Which of the above movies won Best Picture at the following year's Oscars ceremony? (5 points) Going My Way
E5 - A New York lawyer is elected to (another) term as U.S. President.
Name the winner. FDR
Who was his running mate? Truman
Name the loser. Stephenson
Out of 531 Electoral votes, how many did the loser receive (+/-20)? 40
E6 - Many famous people died this year. Identify these three each by a short clue:
- American bandleader/trombonist Glenn Miller Suicide
- 'The Scream' painter Munch Pneumonia
- "Desert Fox" Rommel Plane crash
Now match each cause of death below to the correct person
What year did events E1 thru E6 take place? (Five points) 1944
Total points: 59
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 3 - Annum 3
Answers/points:
1944
E1:
George Lucas
Danny DeVito
Diana Ross
Joe Cocker
Jerry Springer
E2:
Germans
Battle of the Bulge
WWII
E3:
St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Browns
Baltimore Orioles
E4:
1-D
2-A
3-E
4-C
5-B
Bonus: Going My Way
E5:
FDR
Harry Truman
Thomas Dewey
99
E6:
Glenn Miller - plane crash
Edvard Munch - Pneumonia
Erwin Rommel - suicide
points:
krox ~~ 60
mrkelley ~~ 56
melly ~~ 54
panic ~~ 52
elwood ~~ 47
lb ~~ 45
sprots ~~ 44
mike h ~~ 43
jarnon ~~ 39
BiT ~~ 33
beebs ~~ 26
1944
E1:
George Lucas
Danny DeVito
Diana Ross
Joe Cocker
Jerry Springer
E2:
Germans
Battle of the Bulge
WWII
E3:
St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Browns
Baltimore Orioles
E4:
1-D
2-A
3-E
4-C
5-B
Bonus: Going My Way
E5:
FDR
Harry Truman
Thomas Dewey
99
E6:
Glenn Miller - plane crash
Edvard Munch - Pneumonia
Erwin Rommel - suicide
points:
krox ~~ 60
mrkelley ~~ 56
melly ~~ 54
panic ~~ 52
elwood ~~ 47
lb ~~ 45
sprots ~~ 44
mike h ~~ 43
jarnon ~~ 39
BiT ~~ 33
beebs ~~ 26
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