What ancient calendar is still used today?

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Q - What ancient calendar is still used today?

A - More than 5,000 years old an ancient Egyptian calendar which is similar to our modern calendar with 365 days in a year, is still used in Egypt for local celebrations and events.

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What did Andy Warhol's "Soup Can" paintings originally sell for?

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Q - What did Andy Warhol's "Soup Can" paintings originally sell for?

A - The "Soup Can" artworks which numbered 32 in all were sold by Warhol to a gallery in Los Angeles for a mere $1,000. The paintings were later sold off to the Museum of Modern Art in New York for some 15 million dollars.

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Who starred as "Ebenezer Scrooge"in the 1938 film " A Christmas Carol"?

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Q - Who starred as "Ebenezer Scrooge"in the 1938 film " A Christmas Carol"?

A - Actor Reginald Owen played the Scooge character in the 1938 film adaptation of Charles Dickens' 1843 story "A Christmas Carol". Reginald starred in many MGM films, and was also known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes, as well as appearing in numerous Disney films including "Mary Poppins".

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How did the tradition of Christmas caroling begin?

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Q - How did the tradition of Christmas caroling begin?

A  - The tradition of Christmas caroling began in Victorian England and by the later 19th Century as Christmas became more modernized the association between Christmas and caroling grew to be more commonly recognized. Caroling itself began as early as the 4th or 5th century but did not become associated with Christmas till much later.

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What cast member of the "Big Bang Theory" stars in NL's Christmas Vacation?

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Q - What cast member of  the "Big Bang Theory" stars in NL's Christmas Vacation?

A - Actor Johnny Gelecki plays the role of Rusty Griswold in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation starring Chevy Chase and Beverly D"Angelo. Galecki is currently one of the highest paid actors in television today.

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Who played the Scarecrow in the Wizard of Oz?

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Q - Who played the Scarecrow in the Wizard of Oz?

A - Actor Ray Bolger played the Scarecrow character.  Ray began his career in vaudeville and was known for his talents in song and dance as well as being an accomplished actor. His first movie role as a song and dance man was in "Sweethearts"  (1938), which stared Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy.

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Who directed the animated film "The Night Before Christmas"?

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Q - Who directed the animated film "The Night Before Christmas"?

A -  The popular 1993 stop motion animated film "The Night Before Christmas" was written by Tim Burton and directed by Henry Selick. Musician Danny Elfman provided some of the character voices and the music as well for the film.

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Who wrote the classic Christmas carol "Silent Night"?

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Q - Who wrote the classic Christmas carol "Silent Night"?

A - "Silent Night" was written by choir master Franz Gruber in 1818 with lyrics by Joseph Mohr a young  priest.  The carol was first performed with guitar accompaniment by Mohr on Christmas Eve at St Nicolas Church in Oberndorf, Austria.

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In what year was the Beatles album "Yellow Submarine" released?

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Q - In what year was the Beatles album "Yellow Submarine" released?

A - The released date for the Beatles "Yellow Submarine" album was January 13, 1969. and was produced by George Martin. An animated comedy film was also released featured music from the album as well.

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What is Art Deco?

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Q - What is Art Deco?

A - A form of art that began in the 1920's in France emerging from decorative art and cubism that influenced design in architecture, home design,  fashion, film and even common objects found in the home. Art Deco retained aspects of sleek design and modern touches with emphasis on strong color tones and geometric shapes. Art Deco still remains today as a popular influence in art and architecture.

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What are wall stickers made of?

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Q - What are wall stickers made of?

A - The most common form of wall stickers are made from vinyl material. Wall stickers come in a variety of shapes and sizes and feature decorative art or lettering.

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How did the sending of Christmas cards begin?

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Q - How did the sending of Christmas cards begin?

A - The first Christmas card was sent in Great Britain by Sir Henry Cole in 1843 from a card commissioned from friend and narrative artist John Callcutt Horsley. Some 1,000 of these Christmas cards - which were a lithographed triptych design on cardboard, were sold in London for 1 schilling a piece.

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Who was the Captain of the Titanic?

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Q -  Who was the Captain of the Titanic?

A - The Captain of the Titanic was Edward John Smith who perished aboard the Titanic on it's maiden voyage on the evening of April 14, 1912.

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What artistic style does the Chrysler building in New York represent?

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Q - What artistic style does the Chrysler building in New York represent?

A - The Chrysler Building is currently the 8th tallest building in New York City. It was built by Walter Chrysler in 1930, designed by architect William Van Allen and has become known as one of the most popular examples of the Art Deco style.

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What is the oldest known calendar?

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Q - What is the oldest known calendar?

A -  A lunar calendar found at Warren field in Scotland appears to date back to 8,000 B.C. making it some 10,000 years old has been discovered by archaeologists in 2005.

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