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Hard Rock Café—Answers

Here are the answers to my earlier questions.

Today’s questions all pertain to February 9th.

One

Born in 1909, this Hollywood star made her film debut in Down Argentine Way alongside Don Ameche and Betty Grable. Who was she and where was she born?

Answer: Carmen Miranda; Portugal

Carmen Miranda, a Portuguese-born Brazilian singer, dancer and actress, gained fame in Brazil as a samba dancer. She became a Hollywood star in the 1940s, known for her exotic image and fruit-hat outfits, and popularised Brazilian music and Latin culture in the United States. Despite her success, she struggled with the stereotypical ‘Brazilian Bombshell’ image and later focused on nightclub appearances and television.

Two

On this day in 1893, Giuseppe Verdi’s final opera premiered at La Scala in Milan. What was its title?

Answer: Falstaff.

Giuseppe Verdi’s comic opera Falstaff is based on Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor and incorporates scenes from Henry IV, Part 1 and Part 2. While not as popular as his earlier works, it’s now a staple of the operatic repertoire, championed by conductors like Toscanini, Karajan, Solti and Bernstein. Following its first performance, Verdi made numerous changes to the music resulting in a somewhat fluid score.

Three

On this day in what year was the Davis Cup established and which teams competed in the inaugural tournament?

Answer: 1900; USA and Great Britain (or British Isles*).

Davis Cup began in 1900 as a competition between USA and Great Britain. It’s now the world’s largest annual international team competition in sport, with 157 nations entering in 2025. — Davis Cup

*Some sources, for example Encyclopædia Britannica, list the first competition to have been between the USA and the British Isles; others, such as the official competition website, show Great Britain.

Four

Born in 1940, this novelist is the first writer to win the Booker Prize twice – in 1983 and 1999. His first win was for Life & Times of Michael K and his second for Disgrace. He’s also the second writer from his nationality, after Nadine Gordimer, to win the Nobel Prize for Literature. Who is he, and what is his nationality?

Answer: J.M. Coetzee; South African.

J.M. Coetzee, a South African-Australian author, is a Nobel Prize winner and recipient of numerous literary awards. He was born in Cape Town but now resides in Adelaide, South Australia.

Five

Who, born in New York City in 1942, was the most successful female songwriter on the UK singles charts from 1962 to 2005?

Answer: Carole King

Carole King is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She wrote or co-wrote numerous hit songs and achieved success as a solo performer, releasing 25 albums and selling over 75 million records worldwide. Today’s post title refers to her song Hard Rock Café from her 1977 album Simple Things.

Hard Rock Café

Today’s questions all pertain to February 9th.

One

Born in 1909, this Hollywood star made her film debut in Down Argentine Way alongside Don Ameche and Betty Grable. Who was she and where was she born?

Two

On this day in 1893, Giuseppe Verdi’s final opera premiered at La Scala in Milan. What was its title?

Three

On this day in what year was the Davis Cup established and which teams competed in the inaugural tournament?

Four

Five

Who, born in New York City in 1942, was the most successful female songwriter on the UK singles charts from 1962 to 2005?

Good luck! I’ll post the answers later.

Strangelove—Answers

Here are the answers to the questions I posted earlier.

Five questions about events related to today’s date, January 29th.

Colleen McCullough.
Image Encyclopædia Britannica

One

Australian novelist Colleen McCullough was best known for what romance set in a fictional Drogheda—named after Drogheda, Ireland—a sheep station in the Australian Outback?

Answer: The Thorn Birds

The Thorn Birds, a 1977 novel by Colleen McCullough, is a family saga set on an Australian sheep station. It is the best-selling book in Australian history and inspired an eponymous television series, which became one of the most-watched mini-series of all time. Colleen McCullough died today in 2015, aged 77.

Two

Who, born today in 1966, scored their somewhat controversial 1,000th career goal while playing for Vasco da Gama against Sport Recife in 2007?

Answer: Romário

Romário’s 1,000th career goal, scored from a penalty kick for Vasco da Gama, sparked debate due to his inclusion of goals from friendlies and unofficial games. While celebrated in Brazil, the milestone’s validity was questioned internationally. After his football career ended, he became a politician, advocating for people with disabilities.

Three

Oprah Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954, but in which U.S. state was she born?

Answer: Mississippi

Born in Kosciusko, Mississippi
Oprah Winfrey, an American media mogul, is best known for her influential talk show, The Oprah Winfrey Show. She is the richest Black woman and was once the world’s only Black billionaire.

Four

Released in cinemas today in 1964, Dr. Strangelove… but what was the full title?

Answer: Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb

Dr. Strangelove is a 1964 political satire black comedy film directed by Stanley Kubrick. The film, loosely based on the novel Red Alert, parodies Cold War fears of nuclear war and stars Peter Sellers in three roles. It is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential films ever made.

Five

Who, born on this day in 1939, an Australian journalist and author, has used the pseudonyms Rose Blight and Dr. G?

Answer: Germaine Greer

Germaine Greer, an Australian writer and public intellectual, is a prominent and controversial figure in feminism. She was the columnist Rose Blight in Private Eye and Dr. G in Oz.

Strangelove

Five questions about events related to today’s date, January 29th.

One

Australian novelist Colleen McCullough was best known for what romance set in a fictional Drogheda—named after Drogheda, Ireland—a sheep station in the Australian Outback?

Two

Who, born today in 1966, scored their somewhat controversial 1,000th career goal while playing for Vasco da Gama against Sport Recife in 2007?

Three

Oprah Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954, but in which U.S. state was she born?

Four

Released in cinemas today in 1964, Dr. Strangelove… but what was the full title?

Five

Who, born on this day in 1939, an Australian journalist and author, has used the pseudonyms Rose Blight and Dr. G?

Good luck! I’ll post the answers later today.

Omnium Gatherum—Answers

Here are the answers for the questions in my earlier post, Omnium Gatherum.

Today we have five random questions with no connections or related dates.

Olympic Rings in 2023.
Image Wikimedia Commons

One

In sport, where were the Games of the XXX Olympiad held?

Answer: London, United Kingdom

The 2012 Summer Olympics, held in London, featured 10,518 athletes from 206 countries. The United States topped the medal table, while Michael Phelps became the most decorated Olympian. The Games were praised for their organisation and the opening ceremony, directed by Danny Boyle.

Two

For what film did James Cagney win the Best Actor Oscar in 1942?

Answer: Yankee Doodle Dandy

Yankee Doodle Dandy is a 1942 biographical musical drama film about George M. Cohan, starring James Cagney. The film was a major hit, winning three Academy Awards, and was later selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.

Three

In what country did the artist Pablo Picasso die?

Answer: France

Pablo Picasso, a Spanish artist, was a leading figure in 20th-century art. He co-founded the Cubist movement, invented constructed sculpture and collage, and explored various styles throughout his 76-year career. Picasso’s most famous works include Les Demoiselles d’Avignon and Guernica.

Four

What sporting organisation does the abbreviation WPBSA stand for?

Answer: World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association

The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA), headquartered in Bristol, England, governs professional snooker and English billiards. It devises rules, promotes global development, enforces conduct regulations, combats corruption, and supports various related organisations.

Five

An 1831 novel’s major characters include the following: Claude Frollo — the Archdeacon; Pierre Gringoire — a struggling poet; Phoebus de Chateaupers — the Captain of the King’s Archers. What novel, and who was its author?

Answer: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame (French title: Notre-Dame de Paris); Victor Hugo

The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, a French Gothic novel by Victor Hugo, was published in 1831. The novel, set in 15th-century Paris, focusses on the story of Quasimodo, Esmeralda, and Claude Frollo. Hugo championed historical preservation, particularly of Gothic architecture, through this work.

Omnium Gatherum

The post title —

Definition of omnium gatherum in English:

omnium gatherum
NOUN

A collection of miscellaneous people or things:

‘an omnium gatherum of anecdotes’

Origin

Early 16th century: mock Latin, from Latin omnium ‘of all’ and gather + the Latin suffix –um.

— Oxford English Dictionary

Omnium Gatherum

Today we have five random questions with no connections or related dates.

One

In sport, where were the Games of the XXX Olympiad held?

Two

For what film did James Cagney win the Best Actor Oscar in 1942?

Three

In what country did the artist Pablo Picasso die?

Four

What sporting organisation does the abbreviation WPBSA stand for?

Five

Good luck! I’ll post the answers later.

A Masterly Performance—Answers

Here are the answers to my earlier questions.

These questions are all related to today’s date, January 21st.

Pontifical Swiss Guard.
Image Encyclopædia Britannica

One

In what century were this corps of soldiers entrusted with the duties of watchmen for the holder of a particular office, and what office was that?

Answer: 16th century

The Pontifical Swiss Guard, established in 1506, protects the Pope and the Vatican. Their duties include accompanying the Pope on journeys, guarding Vatican access points, and protecting the College of Cardinals during the Vacant See.

Two

The professional golfer Jack Nicklaus was born on this day in 1940. During his professional career, how many Masters Tournaments did he win?

Answer: Six

American professional golfer Jack Nicklaus, born in 1940, dominated world golf from the 1960s to the 1980s. He won 18 major championships, including a record six Masters Tournaments between 1963 and 1986, and was named PGA Player of the Year five times. Nicklaus also designed golf courses and authored several books.

Three

A French fashion designer born in 1905 became known for annually introducing new lines, for example the Muguet/Lily of the Valley line and H-Line in 1954; and the A-Line and Y-Line in 1955. Who was this designer?

Answer: Christian Dior

Christian Dior, a French fashion designer, revolutionised post-war fashion with his New Look style, characterised by feminine, sculpted clothing with rounded shoulders, a cinched waist, and a full skirt. Backed by Marcel Boussac, he founded his fashion house in 1946 and introduced the New Look in 1947. Dior’s influence extended beyond clothing, as he also launched perfumes, shoes, makeup, and accessories, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the fashion industry.

Four

A Spanish singer born in 1941 went on to be one third of the operatic singing trio The Three Tenors. Identify the three singers who comprised The Three Tenors?

Answer: Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo and José Carreras

Plácido Domingo, a Spanish-born singer, conductor, and opera administrator, is renowned for his powerful tenor voice and versatility. He performed over 150 operatic roles, ventured into popular music, and founded the Operalia competition to support young singers. Allegations of sexual misconduct in 2019 led to the cancellation of performances, although Domingo denied any wrongdoing.

Concorde G-BOAA at the National Museum of Flight, Scotland.
Image National Museum of Flight

Five

On 21 January 1976, two Concorde aircraft, one from British Airways and the other from Air France, made their first commercial flights. What were the two routes flown by these Concorde aircraft on that day?

Answer: (British Airways) London to Bahrain and (Air France) Paris to Rio

The Concorde, a supersonic passenger jet built by British and French manufacturers, made its first transatlantic flight (non-commercial) in 1973 and inaugurated scheduled commercial supersonic service in 1976. Despite its technological prowess and ability to halve transatlantic flight times, the Concorde was never financially viable due to high operating costs and noise pollution. The programme ended in 2003 after a fatal crash in 2000 and financial losses. British Airways Concorde B-GOAA, which flew the first London-Bahrain flight mentioned in this question, is on display at the National Museum of Scotland’s National Museum of Flight.

Hopefully, there will be some more trivia for your amusement here tomorrow.

A Masterly Performance

These questions are all related to today’s date, January 21st.

One

In what century were this corps of soldiers entrusted with the duties of watchmen for the holder of a particular office, and what office was that?

Two

The professional golfer Jack Nicklaus was born on this day in 1940. During his professional career, how many Masters Tournaments did he win?

Three

Four

A Spanish singer born in 1941 went on to be one third of the operatic singing trio The Three Tenors. Identify the three singers who comprised The Three Tenors?

Five

Good luck! I’ll post the answers later today.

Doubly Tuned—Answers

Here are the answers to the questions I posted earlier.

Five random questions today.

Billy the Kid.
Image Encyclopædia Britannica

One

Billy the Kid was shot and killed at Fort Sumner by whom?

Answer: Sheriff Pat Garrett

Henry McCarty, aka William H. Bonney and Billy the Kid, an American outlaw and gunfighter, was linked to nine murders, solely responsible for four, and possibly involved in five others. Sheriff Pat Garrett, responding to rumours, questioned Pete Maxwell, a friend of Bonney’s, and encountered Bonney unexpectedly, leading to a confrontation where Garrett fatally shot Bonney.

Two

Whose first novel was When the Lion Feeds?

Answer: Wilbur Smith

Wilbur Addison Smith (1933–2021) was a British-South African novelist known for his historical fiction set in Southern Africa. He wrote 49 books, selling over 140 million copies, and focused on themes like hunting, mining, romance and conflict.

Three

Tennis: The Woodies won six Wimbledon men’s doubles titles. What were their surnames?

Answer: Woodbridge and Woodforde

The Woodies, Australian tennis doubles pairing Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde, were one of the most successful in history, winning 61 ATP titles and 11 major titles. They represented Australia in the Olympics and Davis Cup, winning gold and silver medals and contributing to a Davis Cup victory. The Woodies were inducted into the Australian and International Tennis Halls of Fame in 2010.

Four

DOUBLY TUNED is an anagram of an English word, an adverb meaning certainly. What is the word?

Answer: Undoubtedly

undoubtedly /ʌnˈdaʊtɪdli /

▸ adverb without doubt; certainly: they are undoubtedly guilty.

— Oxford English Dictionary

Five

Simon and Garfunkel’s first U.S. number one single hit was what?

Answer: The Sound of Silence

The Sound of Silence by Simon & Garfunkel, written by Paul Simon, was initially released in 1964 as an acoustic version. A remixed version with electric instruments, released in 1965, became a number-one hit and led to the duo’s reunion and the release of their second album. The song appeared under both the opening and closing credits of the 1967 film The Graduate and was included on its soundtrack album.

Doubly Tuned

Five random questions today.

One

Billy the Kid was shot and killed at Fort Sumner by whom?

Two

Whose first novel was When the Lion Feeds?

Three

Tennis: The Woodies won six Wimbledon men’s doubles titles. What were their surnames?

Four

DOUBLY TUNED is an anagram of an English word, an adverb meaning certainly. What is the word?

Five

Simon and Garfunkel’s first U.S. number one single hit was what?

Good luck! I’ll post the answer later.