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The answer to #506 is Tennessee Valley Authority which is why it was listed as a New Deal corporation.Blue fin tuna? Not sure about that one.
Silent star, frequent partner to Greta Garbo, vocal difficulties caused career troubles supposedly.
Asta Nielsen ?It's an Indian dish(South Indian).
These are white coloured steamed rice cakes .
Fermentation is involved in their preparation
Sorry, Ms. Nielsen isn't the correct answer to #508.
Is it John Gilbert, Betsy?This Mexican-American movie star was uncommonly handsome, his career spanned seven decades, and he was once married to Constance Bennett.
Thanks, Laura.Mansi, is it Idli for the rice cakes?
Kiki, Gilbert Roland?
Icon of London, changed name of its tower in 2012, chimes on quarter hours?
Betsy wrote: "Thanks, Laura.Mansi, is it Idli for the rice cakes?
Kiki, Gilbert Roland?
Icon of London, changed name of its tower in 2012, chimes on quarter hours?"
Yes, Gilbert Roland
Big Ben, the Elizabeth Tower
Classic movie about a husband who decides he hates living in New York and wants to build his dream house in the country. It turns into a nightmare, partially because his wife can't decide on what she wants or is too much of a perfectionist.
Yes Betsy ,it's Idli ,thanks for answering
Kiki (Formerly TheGirlByTheSeaOfCortez) wrote: "Betsy wrote: "Thanks, Laura.Mansi, is it Idli for the rice cakes?
Kiki, Gilbert Roland?
Icon of London, changed name of its tower in 2012, chimes on quarter hours?"
Yes, Gilbert Roland
Big Be..."
Mr Blanding Builds his Dream house
Show about a dry cleaner and housekeeper who move into an apartment in a fancy building. This show was an offshoot of "All in the Family. It starred Sherman Hemsley and Isabell Sanford.
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This is a Hawaiian food; it's made of mashed taro root; it's often eaten with pork and fish
Poi?Participated as pitcher in World Series perfect game, career stats of 119-62 in 10 seasons/5 teams, known as 'the barber'.
Betsy wrote: "Poi?Participated as pitcher in World Series perfect game, career stats of 119-62 in 10 seasons/5 teams, known as 'the barber'."
Sal Maglie?
This actress played a Maine mystery writer on a TV series, though she seemed to spend the bulk of her time jetting around the world and solving mysterious deaths that baffle even the police, who don't seem to care for her too much, with the one exception being the sheriff in her hometown. A lot of big name - for the day - guest stars.
Angela LansburyActress portrayed many parts but mainly dramas, director of films, married to actor with whom she starred in movies and TV
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This is often used as a substitute for chocolate; it grows on a tree; it's said to help singers maintain healthy vocal cords.
CarobThis animal is from the Channel Isles. There are three distinct breeds of this animal local to those islands, one of which is now extinct. Compared to other breeds in other parts of the world, this breed is small.
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This is the oldest tool for cleaning teeth; it can be made of wood, plastic, or other subsances; restaurants often have them up front, where you can take one.
Toothpick'Blonde Bombshell', obsessive mother, died at 26
Jean Harlow?This beautiful American actress starred in a series of films with dashing William Powell. She was married four times, and she had the valuable ability to adjust her acting style to her partner's.
Myrna LoyThis mammal has been villainized, primarily because of its being attached to vampires and rabies. There are over 2000 species, only 4 of which drink blood. They are responsible for insect control and pollination.
Bats, especially vampire batsWWI fighter pilot, ace-of-aces with 80 Victories, killed April 21, 1918
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This is a character you might come across at Disneyworld; she has a boyfriend named Mickey; she wears a red or pink polka dot dress and a matching bow on her head.
Minnie MouseThis is a Disney Junior character, too. She lives in the water, has long black braided hair and is a little overweight.
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This 1944 comedy film stars Cary Grant as a writer; he discovers his two maiden aunts are murderers; Peter Lorre plays Dr. Einstein
Arsenic and Old LaceActor portrayed Jonathan Brewster on Broadway, famous for role in 1931 classic, voice used for animated film in 1966.
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This tourist attraction was a gift from France; it's located on Liberty Island; it's green.
(No, Boris Karloff.)Statue of Liberty
Assassinated by US in 1943, C-in-C Combined Fleet in 1941, lost some fingers at Battle of Tsushima (1905)
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Ah....Boris Karloff. Great horror movie star.
Statue of Liberty
Assassinated by US in 1943, C-in-C Combined Fleet in 1941, lost some fingers at Battle of Tsushima (1905)"
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Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto
This 1984 teen comedy stars Molly Ringwald; her character has a crush on a high school senior boy; the title contains a number.
Sixteen CandlesThis actress was married 4 times. She was born in Cederville, Ohio. She is best known for losing out to a nun!
Eleanor ParkerUnorthodox windup, Rookie of the Year and Cy Young same year, born in Mexico.
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These are a type of citrus fruit; they're yellow; they're used to make a type of meringue pie.
LemonsSmall green citrus fruit, most famous for Florida pie, graham cracker crust.
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This actor was a champion bodybuilder; he was the governor of California; he's an action hero and in comedy films.
(Actually key limes which are different from regular limes.)Arnold Schwarzenegger
Famous chocolate cake, product of Vienna hotel, apricot jam essential
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This is a Dutch cheese; it comes in circles with a yellow inside and a coat of red paraffin wax; it's named for a town in Holland.
Edam cheese?Famous dance done by Astaire and Rogers, Gay Divorcee, 1934
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This woman was the Chancellor of Germany for several years until 2021; she has a doctorate in quantum chemistry; she emphasized international cooperation.
Angela MerkelThis Toronto native was the Poet Laureate of Canada. Besides poetry, she is the author of novels that have been translated into 45 languages and is the recipient of many prizes. Her third novel has been longlisted for the Booker.
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This actor stars in Mission Impossible movies; he's known for being a Scientologist; he was once married to Nicole Kidman and then Katie Holmes
Tom CruiseInsurance commercial, used to feature only 'Flo', now there are 4 characters inc!uding especially annoying young guy who rides a motorcycle.
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This actor was known for his deep voice; he played Darth Vader in Star Wars; he sadly passed away in September 2024
James Earl Jones A former child star who became an alcoholic at a very young age; she starred in movie based on a Stephen King novel, and played one of the Charlie's Angels.
Drew Barrymore?Great baseball player, #24, 660 home runs
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This man is the founder of Amazon; he's the second richest person in the world; his girlfriend is author and media personality Lauren Sánchez.
Willie MayesIndian American neurosurgeon, news channel reporter, Chief of Neurosurgery at Grady Memorial in Atlanta, Georgia, so probably very wealthy. LOL
#551: Jeff Bezos#552: Sanjay Gupta
Infamous U.S. Vice-President, daughter named Theodosia, accused of treason.
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This man is an English baker and chef; he's a judge on The Great British Baking Show; his last name is the same as a famous city in California.
Paul Hollywood (What an ego!)Baseball player with 3000 hits, #21, humanitarian who lost life in plane crash
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This is a big ground feeding bird native to the Americas; it's often eaten on Thanksgiving, with cranberry sauce and other side dishes; it's genus name is Meleagris.
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This is a migratory fish from the Eastern Pacific (From Alaska to Monterey, California), but some are landlocked. Most are around 6 foot, 9 in in length and weigh about 1,400 lbs. They almost were fished to extinction and are currently a threatened species.