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6/23/25

[Answer] Harlem in New York is named after a settlement in what country?

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...Harlem in New York is named after a settlement in the Netherlands. The neighborhood's name is derived from the Dutch city of Haarlem, located just west of Amsterdam. When the Dutch established the colony of New Netherland in the early 17th century, they founded a settlement in northern Manhattan and named it "Nieuw Haarlem" in 1658, reflecting their homeland's influence and cultural presence. Over time, the name was anglicized to "Harlem," but its Dutch origins remain a lasting reminder of New York City's early colonial history and diverse heritage.

[Answer] What is the total area of one acre?

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...An acre is a unit of area commonly used in the United States to measure large plots of land, especially in real estate and agriculture. One acre equals exactly 43,560 square feet. The origin of the acre dates back to medieval England, where it was roughly the amount of land a yoke of oxen could plow in one day. To visualize it, an acre is about 90% the size of an American football field (excluding the end zones). Despite the odd number, the measurement has remained a standard for centuries due to its practicality in land division.

6/22/25

[Answer] Which element is named after the creator of the periodic table?

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...Mendelevium is a synthetic element with the symbol Md (formerly Mv). It was named after Dmitri Mendeleev, father of the periodic table of the chemical elements. A century and a half ago, Dmitri Mendeleev took a crucial step in this search for order among the elements, by publishing the first draft of his periodic table. The Russian chemist jotted down the symbols for the chemical elements, putting them in order according to their atomic weights and inventing the periodic table. It was perhaps the greatest breakthrough in the history of chemistry.

[Answer] Before becoming a princess, Grace Kelly won Best Actress for what film?

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...Before becoming Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly was a celebrated Hollywood actress. In 1955, she won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in The Country Girl, where she portrayed the long-suffering wife of an alcoholic actor, played by Bing Crosby. The performance marked a departure from her usual glamorous roles, showcasing her dramatic range and emotional depth. Her Oscar win helped solidify her status as one of the era’s most respected actresses—just a year before she left Hollywood behind to marry Prince Rainier III of Monaco.

6/21/25

[Answer] What is the only Disney song to receive a Grammy for Best Original Song?

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...“A Whole New World” from Disney’s Aladdin (1992) holds the distinction of being the only Disney song to win the Grammy Award for Song of the Year. The romantic ballad was performed by Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle for the film’s end credits. It received the prestigious honor at the 1994 Grammy Awards, a rare achievement for a song from an animated film. While many Disney songs have earned accolades, including Oscars and other Grammy categories, “A Whole New World” remains the only one to win in this top Grammy category.