2525 - Fortnight 5 - Annum 3

[Vandal]

2525 - Fortnight 5 - Annum 3
April 1, 2026

In the year...

Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:


E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president.
Name his running mate/vice president
Name the opponent he defeated earlier.
Identify each as Rep or Dem


E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:

- The Boss
- Actress with most Oscar noms
- The Piano Man
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train
- Patsy Cline biopic actress

Note: the fourth one is not Rod Stewart


E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:

- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems.

- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised.

- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent.

- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West.

- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity.

Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar?


E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner.
Name the AL winner.


E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:

- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him.

- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake.



E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:

- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice.

- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions.

- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement.

- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life.


E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single?


E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:

Title:
The Egyptian
Nineteen Eighty-Four
Point of No Return
The Second Sex

Author:
Simone de Beauvoir
John P. Marquand
George Orwell
Mika Waltari



What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? (Five points)

Total points: 63

[littlebeast13]

Spoiler

E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president. - Harry Truman - D
Name his running mate/vice president - Uhhhhh...
Name the opponent he defeated earlier. - Thomas Dewey - R
Identify each as Rep or Dem


E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:

- The Boss - Bruce Springsteen
- Actress with most Oscar noms - Phyllis Diller
- The Piano Man - Billy Joel
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train - Tom Waits
- Patsy Cline biopic actress

Note: the fourth one is not Rod Stewart


E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:

- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems.

- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised.

- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent.

- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West.

- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity.

Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar? - I don't know, I guess I never saw them...


E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner. - Jackie Robinson
Name the AL winner. - Ted Williams


E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:

- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him. - Death of a Salesman

- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake.



E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:

- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice. - The Lone Ranger

- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions.

- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement. - Candid Camera

- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life.


E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single? - 45


E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:

Title:
The Egyptian - John P. Marquand
Nineteen Eighty-Four - George Orwell
Point of No Return - Simone de Beauvoir
The Second Sex - Mika Waltari



What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? (Five points)

1949

[franktangredi]

Spoiler

E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president.
HARRY TRUMAN (D)
Name his running mate/vice president
ALBEN BARKLEY (D)
Name the opponent he defeated earlier.
THOMAS DEWEY (R)
Identify each as Rep or Dem


E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:

- The Boss
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
- Actress with most Oscar noms
MERYL STREEP
- The Piano Man
BILLY JOEL
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train

- Patsy Cline biopic actress
JESSICA LANGE


E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:

- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems.
THE THIRD MAN

- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised.
ALL THE KING'S MEN

- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent.
WHITE HEAT

- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West.
SHE WORE A YELLOW RIBBON

- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity.
TWELVE O'CLOCK HIGH

Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar?
ALL THE KING'S MEN

E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner.
JACKIE ROBINSON
Name the AL winner.
TED WILLIAMS


E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:

- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him.
DEATH OF A SALESMAN

- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake.
GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES



E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:

- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice.
THE LONE RANGER

- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions.

- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement.
CANDID CAMERA

- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life.
THE LIFE OF REILLY

E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single?
38 RPM

E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:

Title:
The Egyptian - Mika Waltari
Nineteen Eighty-Four - George Orwell
Point of No Return - John P. Marquand
The Second Sex - Simone de Beauvoir

What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? (Five points)
1949

[jarnon]

Spoiler

E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president. Harry Truman D
Name his running mate/vice president Alban Barkley D
Name the opponent he defeated earlier. Thomas Dewey R

E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:
- The Boss Bruce Springsteen
- Actress with most Oscar noms Meryl Streep
- The Piano Man Billy Joel
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train
- Patsy Cline biopic actress
Note: the fourth one is not Rod Stewart

E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:
- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems.
- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised. All the King’s Men
- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent.
- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West.
- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity.
Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar?

E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner. Jackie Robinson
Name the AL winner.

E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:
- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him. Death of a Salesman
- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake.

E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:
- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice. The Lone Ranger
- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions.
- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement. Candid Camera
- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life.

E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single? 45

E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:
The Egyptian Mika Waltari
Nineteen Eighty-Four George Orwell
Point of No Returnn John P. Marquand
The Second Sex Simone de Beauvoir

What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? 1949

[PanicinDetroit]

Day3

E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president. TRUMAN D
Name his running mate/vice president BARKLEY
Name the opponent he defeated earlier. DEWEY R
Identify each as Rep or Dem


E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:

- The Boss BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
- Actress with most Oscar noms MERYL STREEP
- The Piano Man BILLY JOEL
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train
- Patsy Cline biopic actress JESSICA LANGE

Note: the fourth one is not Rod Stewart


E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:

- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems. THE THIRD MAN

- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised. ALL THE KINGS MEN

- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent. WHITE HEAT

- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West.

- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity. TWELVE O CLOCK HIGH

Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar? ALL THE KINGS MEN


E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner. JACKIE ROBINSON
Name the AL winner. TED WILLIAMS


E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:

- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him. DEATH OF A SALESMAN

- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake.



E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:

- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice. THE LONE RANGER

- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions.

- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement. CANDID CAMERA

- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life. THE LIFE OF REILLY


E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single? 45


E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:

Title:
The Egyptian WALTARI
Nineteen Eighty-Four ORWELL
Point of No Return MARQUAND
The Second Sex D BEAUVOIR

Author:
Simone de Beauvoir
John P. Marquand
George Orwell
Mika Waltari



What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? (Five points)

[elwoodblues]

Spoiler

E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president. Harry Truman (D)
Name his running mate/vice president
Name the opponent he defeated earlier. Thomas Dewey (R)
Identify each as Rep or Dem


E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:

- The Boss Bruce Springsteen
- Actress with most Oscar noms Meryl Streep
- The Piano Man Billy Joel
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train
- Patsy Cline biopic actress

Note: the fourth one is not Rod Stewart


E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:

- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems.

- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised. All the King's Men

- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent.

- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West.

- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity.

Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar?


E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner. Jackie Robinson
Name the AL winner. Ted Williams


E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:

- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him.

Death of a Salesman

- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake.



E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:

- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice. The Lone Ranger

- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions.

- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement. Candid Camera

- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life.


E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single? 45


E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:

Title:
The Egyptian John P. Marquand
Nineteen Eighty-Four George Orwell
Point of No Return Simone de Beauvoir
The Second Sex Mika Waltari

Author:
Simone de Beauvoir
John P. Marquand
George Orwell
Mika Waltari



What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? (Five points) 1949

Total points: 63

[kroxquo]

Spoiler

525 - Fortnight 5 - Annum 3
April 1, 2026

In the year...

Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:


E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president. Harry Truman D
Name his running mate/vice president Alban Barkley
Name the opponent he defeated earlier. Thomas Dewey R
Identify each as Rep or Dem


E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:

- The Boss Bruce Springsteen
- Actress with most Oscar noms Meryl Streep
- The Piano Man Billy Joel
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train
- Patsy Cline biopic actress

Note: the fourth one is not Rod Stewart


E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:

- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems. The Third Man

- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised. All the King's Men

- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent. White Heat

- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West. Rio Bravo

- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity. 12 O Clock High

Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar?
All the King's Men

E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner. Jackie Robinson
Name the AL winner. Ted Williams


E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:

- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him. Death of a Salesman

- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes



E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:

- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice. The Lone Ranger

- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions. Roy Rogers

- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement. Candid Camera

- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life. Life of Riley


E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single? 45 RPM


E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:

Title:
The Egyptian Mika Waltari
Nineteen Eighty-Four George Orwell
Point of No Return John P. Marquand
The Second Sex Simone de Beauvoir

Author:







What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? (Five points) 1949

Total points: 63

[mrkelley23]

Vandal

2525 - Fortnight 5 - Annum 3
April 1, 2026

In the year...

Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:


E1 - The US President is inaugurated for his first full term after winning the election a few months earlier.
Name the president. Harry Truman D
Name his running mate/vice president Alben Barkley D
Name the opponent he defeated earlier. Thomas Dewey R
Identify each as Rep or Dem


E2 - Many notable people were born this year. Identify these five each by a short clue:

- The Boss Bruce Springsteen
- Actress with most Oscar noms Meryl Streep
- The Piano Man Billy Joel
- Gravel-voiced singer who wrote Downtown Train Tom Waits
- Patsy Cline biopic actress Jessica Lange

Note: the fourth one is not Rod Stewart


E3 - There were many outstanding movies released this year. Identify these five each from a short summary:

- Set in the rubble of postwar Vienna, a naive American writer arrives to meet his friend Harry Lime, only to find him dead — and then discovers nothing about the death, or Harry himself, is what it seems. The Third Man

- This film traces the meteoric rise and corrupt fall of an idealistic Southern politician who gradually transforms into the very kind of ruthless demagogue he once despised. All the King's Men

- A psychopathic gangster with a fierce attachment to his mother claws his way to the top of the criminal underworld, unaware that the new cellmate he's taken under his wing is actually an undercover federal agent. Little Caesar

- A seasoned U.S. Cavalry captain, just days from retirement, embarks on one last mission to prevent a massive Native American uprising in the post-Civil War frontier West. don't know

- A tough, demanding general takes over a demoralized American bomber unit stationed in England during World War II, pushing his men to their limits — but ultimately finds the immense psychological burden of command taking a devastating toll on his own sanity. don't know

Which of these went on top win the Best Picture Oscar? All the King's Men


E4 - Two future MLB Hall of Fame players win Most Valuable Player in their respective leagues. The NL winner broke the color barrier two years earlier. The AL winner was simply known as The Kid and The Splendid Splinter.
Name the NL winner. Jackie Robinson
Name the AL winner. Ted Williams


E5 - There were many notable plays released this year. Identify these two from a short summary:

- An aging, delusional traveling man, clinging desperately to a lifetime of false dreams and shattered illusions, faces the painful collapse of both his career and his relationships with his family as reality finally closes in around him. Death of a Salesman

- A beautiful, cunningly shrewd showgirl from Little Rock with a talent for attracting wealthy men embarks on a voyage to Paris with her sensible best friend, leaving a trail of besotted suitors and comic misadventures in her wake. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes



E6 - A few notable TV shows were popular this year. Identify these each from a short summary:

- A masked lawman, aided by his faithful companion and his white horse, ride the American West fighting outlaws and defending justice.

The Lone Ranger

- A silver-haired cowboy hero traveled the Old West on his white horse, fighting outlaws and upholding justice alongside his ranch companions.

don't know

- A hidden recording device catches ordinary people in funny, unexpected situations and then reveals the prank to their surprise and amusement.

Candid Camera

- A good-natured but bumbling blue-collar worker constantly finds himself in comedic mishaps while trying to navigate everyday family and work life.

The Honeymooners


E7 - RCA introduces the 7-inch single, featuring microgrooves cut into polyvinyl.
What RPM was the right speed for the new 7-inch single? 78


E8 - This was a banner year for published books. Match these titles to the correct author:

Title:
The Egyptian Mika Waltari
Nineteen Eighty-Four George Orwell
Point of No Return John P. Marquand
The Second Sex Simone de Beauvoir

Author:







What year did events E1 thru E8 take place? (Five points) 1949

Total points: 63

[Vandal]

Answers/points:

1949

E1:
Harry S Truman (D)
Alben William Barkley
Thomas E. Dewey (R)

E2:
Bruce Springsteen
Meryl Streep
Billy Joel
Tom Waits
Jessica Lange

E3:
The Third Man
All the King’s Men (Best Picture Oscar)
White Heat
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
Twelve O'Clock High

E4:
Jackie Robinson
Ted Williams

E5:
Death of a Salesman
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

E6:
The Lone Ranger
Hopalong Cassidy
Candid Camera
Life of Riley

E7:
45

E8:
The Egyptian - Mika Waltari
Nineteen Eighty-Four - George Orwell
Point of No Return - John P. Marquand
The Second Sex - Simone de Beauvoir

points:

krox ~~ 55
tangredi ~~ 55
panic ~~ 53
mrkelley ~~ 47
jarnon ~~ 41
elwood ~~ 35
lb ~~ 35