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2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2025 10:13 pm
by Vandal
2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis.
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America.
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest.
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions.
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them.
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar?
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple.
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors.
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity.
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community.
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations.
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests.
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls
The Fountainhead
The Moon Is Down
The Screwtape Letters
The Stranger
Author:
Albert Camus
C.S. Lewis
Ernest Hemingway
Ayn Rand
John Steinbeck
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist
- "The cute one"
- American fashion designer
- Purple Haze singer
- Garp author
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas.
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand.
To what color did they change?
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners.
Name the losers.
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier).
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president.
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)?
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points)
Total points: 69
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2025 10:54 pm
by kroxquo
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis. Casablanca
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America. Yankee Doodle Dandy
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest. Bambi
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions.
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them. Magnificent Ambersons
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar?
Casablanca
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple.
Ronald Reagan & Jane Wyman
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors. Fibber McGee & Molly
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity. The Shadow
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community. Amos & Andy
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations. Jack Benny Show
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests. Bob Hope Show
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls Ernest Hemingway
The Fountainhead Ayn Rand
The Moon Is Down John Steinbeck
The Screwtape Letters C.S. Lewis
The Stranger Albert Camus
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.
Keazy Glue
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist Stephen Hawking
- "The cute one" Paul McCartney
- American fashion designer Ralph Lauren
- Purple Haze singer Jimi Hendrix
- Garp author John Irving
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas.
Rosie the Riveter
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand. Winston
To what color did they change? Red
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners. Cardinals
Name the losers. Yankees
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier). Mort Cooper
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president. John Tyler
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)? 1785
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points) 1943
Total points: 69
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 7:31 am
by PanicinDetroit
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis.CASABLANCA
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America. YANKEE DOODLE DANDY
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest. BAMBI
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions.
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them. MRS. MINIVER
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar?
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple. RONALD REAGAN AND JANE WYMAN??
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors. FIBBER MCGEE
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity. THE SHADOW
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community. AMOS N ANDY
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations. JACK BENNY
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests. BOB HOPE
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls HEMINGWAY
The Fountainhead RAND
The Moon Is Down STEINBECK
The Screwtape Letters CS LEWIS
The Stranger CAMUS
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.SUPERGLUE
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist HAWKING
- "The cute one"
- American fashion designer LAUREN
- Purple Haze singer JIMI HENDRIX
- Garp author JOHN IRVING
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas.
ROSIE THE RIVETER
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand.
To what color did they change?
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners. ST LOUIS CARDINALS
Name the losers. NEW YORK YANKEES
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier). COOPER
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president. TYLER
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)? 1790
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points) 1942
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 8:10 am
by littlebeast13
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis. - Casablanca
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America.
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest. - Bambi
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions.
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them. - Citizen Kane
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar? - Citizen Kane
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple. - Ronald Reagan and someone else
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors. - Fibber McGee and Molly
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity. - The Shadow
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community. - Amos & Andy
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations. - The Jack Benny Program
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests. - Bob Hope Show
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls - Ernest Hemingway
The Fountainhead - C.S. Lewis
The Moon Is Down - Albert Camus
The Screwtape Letters - John Steinbeck
The Stranger - Ayn Rand
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive. - Super Glue
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist - Stephen Hawking
- "The cute one" - Paul McCartney
- American fashion designer
- Purple Haze singer - Jimi Hendrix
- Garp author
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas. - Rosie the Riveter
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand. - Lucky Strikes
To what color did they change? - Red
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners. - STL Cardinals
Name the losers. - NY Yankees
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier).
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president. - John Tyler
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)? - 1790
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points)
1942
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 1:07 pm
by elwoodblues
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis. Casablanca
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America. Yankee Doodle Dandy
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest. Bambi
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions. Holiday Inn
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them. Citizen Kane
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar? Casablanca
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple.
Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyatt
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors. Fibber McGee and Molly
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity. The Shadow
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community. Amos 'n' Andy
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations. The Jack Benny Program
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests. Bob Hope Show
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls Ernest Hemingway
The Fountainhead Ayn Rand
The Moon Is Down John Steinbeck
The Screwtape Letters C.S. Lewis
The Stranger Albert Camus
Author:
Albert Camus
C.S. Lewis
Ernest Hemingway
Ayn Rand
John Steinbeck
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.
Epoxy
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist Stephen Hawking
- "The cute one" Paul McCartney
- American fashion designer
- Purple Haze singer Jimi Hendrix
- Garp author
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas.
Rosie the Riveter
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand. Winston
To what color did they change? Red
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners. St. Louis Cardinals
Name the losers. NY Yankees
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier). I'll guess Pollet.
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president. John Tyler
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)? 1790
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points) 1942
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 2:01 pm
by elwoodblues
Um, Vandal...
I looked up the 1942 World Series, and the pitcher who won two games for the Cardinals was Johnny Beazley. The winning pitchers in the other two games the Cardinals won were Ernie White and Max Lanier.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1942_World_Series
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 2:24 pm
by Beebs52
Vandal wrote: ↑Tue Dec 09, 2025 10:13 pm
2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis. Casablanca
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America.
Yankee Doodle Dandy
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest.
Bambi
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions. Holiday
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them.
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar? Casablanca
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple. Reagan and Wyman
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors. Fibber Mcgee and Molly
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity. The Shadow
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community. Amos and Andy
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations. Jack Benny show
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests. Bob Hope Show
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls Hemingway
The Fountainhead Ayn Rand
The Moon Is Down Steinbeck
The Screwtape Letters CS Lewsis
The Stranger Camus
Author:
Albert Camus
C.S. Lewis
Ernest Hemingway
Ayn Rand
John Steinbeck
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.
Scotchtape
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist Hawking
- "The cute one"
- American fashion designer
- Purple Haze singer Hendrix
- Garp author i cannot believe i'm drawing a blank
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas. Rosie the riveter
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand. Marlboro
To what color did they change? Red
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners.
Name the losers.
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier).
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president. Grant
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)? 1779
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points) 1942
Total points: 69
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Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 3:09 pm
by Vandal
elwoodblues wrote: ↑Wed Dec 10, 2025 2:01 pm
Um, Vandal...
I looked up the 1942 World Series, and the pitcher who won two games for the Cardinals was Johnny Beazley. The winning pitchers in the other two games the Cardinals won were Ernie White and Max Lanier.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1942_World_Series
You’re right. I trusted an AI-generated summary and it was wrong, substituting Cooper for Breazley. Bad on me for not double checking.
Thanks for the correction. I’ll toss the question.
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 3:21 pm
by mellytu74
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis.
CASABLANCA
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America.
YANKEE DOODLE DANDY
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest.
BAMBI
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions.
HOLIDAY INN
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them.
THE MAGNIFICENT AMBERSONS
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar?
CASABLANCA
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple.
RONALD REAGAN AND JANE WYMAN
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors.
FIBBER MCGEE AND MOLLY
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity.
THE SHADOW
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community.
AMOS 'N' ANDY
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations.
THE JACK BENNY PROGRAM
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests.
THE BOB HOPE SHOW
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls - ERNEST HEMINGWAY
The Fountainhead - AYN RAND
The Moon Is Down - JOHN STEINBECK
The Screwtape Letters - C.S. LEWIS
The Stranger - ALBERT CAMUS
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.
KRAZY GLUE?
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist - HAWKING
- "The cute one" - PAUL MCCARTNEY
- American fashion designer - CALVIN KLEIN
- Purple Haze singer - JIMI HENDRIX
- Garp author - JOIHN IRVING
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas.
ROSIE THE RIVETER
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand.
To what color did they change?
LUCKY STRIKE
RED
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners. - CARDINALS
Name the losers. - YANKEES
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier). - NADA
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president.
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)?
JOHN TYLER
1767
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points)
1942
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2025 8:59 pm
by mrkelley23
2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
In the year...
Follow the instructions after each event listed below. Two points for each correct answer:
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis.
Casablanca
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America.
Yankee Doodle Dandy
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest.
Bambi
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions.
Holiday Inn
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them.
Citizen Kane
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar?
Casablanca
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple.
Ronald and Nancy Davis Reagan
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors.
Fibber McGee and Molly
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity.
The Shadow
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community.
Amos n Andy
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations.
The Jack Benny program
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests.
Bob Hope Show
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls -- Hemingway
The Fountainhead --- Rand
The Moon Is Down --- Steinbeck
The Screwtape Letters --- Lewis
The Stranger --- Camus
Author:
Albert Camus
C.S. Lewis
Ernest Hemingway
Ayn Rand
John Steinbeck
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.
Super Glue
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist Stephen Hawking
- "The cute one" Sir Paul McCartney
- American fashion designer Ralph Lauren
- Purple Haze singer Jimi Hendrix
- Garp author John Irving
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas.
Rosie the Riveter
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand.
Lucky Strike
To what color did they change?
Red
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners. St. Louis Cardinals
Name the losers. NY Yankees
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier). Lanier is the only name I know who pitched for the Cards, so I'll guess him.
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president. John Tyler
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)? 1796
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points)
1942
Total points: 69
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2025 9:45 am
by BackInTex
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis.
Casablanca
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America.
Yankee doodle dandy
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest.
Bambi
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions.
The Jazz singer
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them.
the Great Gatsby
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar?
casablanca
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple.
ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors.
fibber mcgee and Molly
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity.
the shadow
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community.
Amos and Andy
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations.
Bob Hope Show
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests.
Jack Benny program
Choices:
Amos ‘n’ Andy
Bob Hope Show
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Jack Benny Program
The Shadow
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls
Ernest Hemingway
The Fountainhead
Ayan Rand
The Moon Is Down
John Steinbeck
The Screwtape Letters
Cs Lewis
The Stranger
albert Camus
Author:
Albert Camus
C.S. Lewis
Ernest Hemingway
Ayn Rand
John Steinbeck
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive.
Super glue
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist
Stephen Hawkins
- "The cute one"
- American fashion designer
Carl Lagerfeld
- Purple Haze singer
Jimi Hendrix
- Garp author
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas.
Rosie the Riveter
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand.
Salem
To what color did they change?
Brown
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners.
Cubs
Name the losers.
Yankees
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier).
Mort Cooper
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president.
James Buchanan
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)?
1842
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points)
1942
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2025 9:57 am
by jarnon
E1 - Many notable movies are released this year. Identify these five each by a short summary:
- A cynical expatriate nightclub owner in wartime Morocco must choose between his lost love and helping her resistance-hero husband escape the Nazis. Casablanca
- A showman looks back on his life as he rises from vaudeville performer to legendary patriotic songwriter while celebrating the spirit of America. Yankee Doodle Dandy
- A young deer grows up in the forest, learning about love, loss, and survival as he comes of age to take his place as the Great Prince of the forest. Bambi
- A singing entertainer and his dancer friend become romantic rivals when they both fall for the same performer at a venue that only opens on special occasions. Holiday Inn
- A proud young heir watches his once-wealthy family lose its status as changing times and new technologies reshape the world around them. The Magnificent Ambersons
Which of these films eventually won the Best Picture Oscar? Casablanca
E2 - A future U.S. president marries a Hollywood actress in a high-profile ceremony, beginning a decade-long marriage that eventually ends in divorce.
Name the couple. Reagan & Jane Wyatt
E3 - Many radio shows are popular this year. Match each to its correct summary:
- A comedic radio show about a bumbling husband and his patient wife navigating small-town life, filled with misunderstandings, running gags, and quirky neighbors. Fibber McGee and Molly
- A mysterious vigilante with the power to “cloud men’s minds” fights crime and exposes evil while concealing his true identity. The Shadow
- A comedic radio show following the everyday misadventures and schemes of two friends in a small urban community. Amos ‘n’ Andy
- A comedy and variety radio show centered on a stingy, self-deprecating entertainer whose interactions with friends, family, and guests create humorous situations. The Jack Benny Program
- A comedy and musical variety show featuring a witty host who delivers jokes, sketches, and performances alongside celebrity guests. Bob Hope Show
E4 - Many notable books are published this year. Match each title to the correct author.
Title:
For Whom the Bell Tolls Ernest Hemingway
The Fountainhead Ayn Rand
The Moon Is Down John Steinbeck
The Screwtape Letters C.S. Lewis
The Stranger Albert Camus
E5 - A strong fast-acting adhesive with industrial, medical, and household uses under the name Eastman 910 is invented by Dr. Harry Coover.
Give the more common name for this liquid adhesive. Super Glue
E6 - Many famous people were born this year. Identify these four each by a short clue:
- ALS-stricken physicist Hawking
- "The cute one"
- American fashion designer
- Purple Haze singer
- Garp author
E7 - An iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards first appears, representing female empowerment and contributions to the war effort while men were overseas. Rosie the Riveter
E8 - A cigarette brand temporarily drops its signature green packaging with the slogan “____ ____ Has Gone to War” — claiming the copper used in the green dye is needed for the military.
Name the cigarette brand. Salem
To what color did they change? Red
E9 - A Midwest MLB teams wins the World Series in five games, to win the 4th World Series title in franchise history and kept the losing team from winning their 17th.
Name the winners. Cardinals
Name the losers. Yankees
Name the pitcher who won 2 games and dominated on the mound (Howie Pollet, Mort Cooper or Max Lanier). Max Lanier
Centennial Bonus:
In an example of an "extended generational interval," the US president 100 years prior to this annum fathered a son at age 63 and that son fathered two sons in his 70s, producing presidential grandsons who lived well into the 21st century.
Name the president. Tyler
What year was this president born (+/- 5 years)? 1780
What year did events E1 thru E9 take place? (Five points) 1942
Re: 2525 - Fortnight 4 - Annum 3
Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2025 9:48 pm
by Vandal
answers/points:
1942
E1:
Casablanca
Yankee Doodle Dandy
Bambi
Holiday Inn
The Magnificent Ambersons
Casablanca
E2:
Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman (accepted close names)
E3:
Fibber McGee and Molly
The Shadow
Amos ‘n’ Andy
The Jack Benny Program
Bob Hope Show
E4:
Ernest Hemingway
Ayn Rand
John Steinbeck
C.S. Lewis
Albert Camus
E5:
Super Glue (or other names for it)
E6:
Stephen Hawking
Paul McCartney
Calvin Klein
Jimi Hendrix
John Irving
E7:
Rosie the Riveter
E8:
Lucky Strike
White or red
E9:
Cardinals
Yankees
Johnny Beazley (got wrong information on this, so question is a freebie)
CB:
John Tyler
1790
Points:
melly ~~ 67
mrkelley ~~ 57
elwood ~~ 57
krox ~~ 56
panic ~~ 53
jarnon ~~ 53
beebs ~~ 49
lb ~~ 45
BiT ~~ 43