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1/24/25

[Answer] What company was founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports?

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...Nike, originally established as Blue Ribbon Sports, was founded in 1964 by University of Oregon track athlete Philip Knight and his coach, Bill Bowerman. The company initially operated as a distributor for the Japanese shoe manufacturer Onitsuka Tiger, with most sales made at track meets from the trunk of Knight's car. In 1971, Blue Ribbon Sports commissioned graphic design student Carolyn Davidson to create the iconic "swoosh" logo, paying her $35 for her work. That year, the company renamed itself Nike, taking its name from the Greek goddess of victory.

[Answer] "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head" was the theme song to which film?

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..."Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head" was the theme song to the 1969 film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The song, written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, is performed by B.J. Thomas and plays during a lighthearted scene where Paul Newman's character, Butch Cassidy, takes a whimsical bicycle ride with Etta Place, played by Katharine Ross. The song went on to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became a chart-topping hit. Its playful, carefree tone contrasts with the film's otherwise bittersweet narrative, making it an iconic musical moment in cinematic history.

1/23/25

[Answer] Approximately how many years did the prohibition of alcohol last in the United States?

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...The prohibition of alcohol in the United States lasted approximately 13 years. It began on January 17, 1920, when the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution went into effect, banning the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcohol. Despite the government's efforts to curb alcohol consumption, the period was marked by widespread illegal production and distribution of alcohol, organized crime, and speakeasies. Prohibition ended on December 5, 1933, with the ratification of the 21st Amendment, which repealed the 18th Amendment.

[Answer] What is the largest denomination of U.S. currency to be issued since 1969?

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...The $100 bill is the highest denomination of U.S. currency currently in circulation, a distinction it has held since 1969 when the U.S. government discontinued larger denominations, including the $500, $1,000, $5,000, and $10,000 bills. This decision was largely driven by the rise of electronic banking and the declining practical use of such large bills, which were often reserved for interbank transactions rather than everyday consumer use. The move also aimed to curb illicit activities, as high-denomination bills were commonly used in criminal enterprises.

1/22/25

[Answer] In the 1911 novel "The Phantom of the Opera," what is the Phantom's name?

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...In Gaston Leroux's 1911 novel The Phantom of the Opera, the Phantom's name is Erik. A tragic character, Erik is a disfigured genius who lives beneath the Paris Opera House in a labyrinthine lair. Despite his horrifying appearance, Erik possesses extraordinary talents, including a mesmerizing singing voice and remarkable skills in architecture, engineering, and music composition. His unrequited love for Christine DaaƩ, a young and gifted soprano, drives much of the story's drama as he oscillates between acts of tenderness and terrifying obsession.