Author: Evelyn Beresford

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “In which European country do you often find “giant” baked beans on the menu?” …1. England 2. Germany 3. Greece 4. Croatia Step 2 : Answer to the question “In which European country do you often find “giant” baked beans on the menu?” Greece – Greek baked beans are tomatoey, smooth, full of fiber — and larger than usual. Known in Greek as “gigantes plaki” (giant baked beans), this traditional vegetarian dish is traditionally consumed at Lent. The dish is made with large white beans, which are first softened in an onion, garlic, tomato, and herb…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “Which person is known for having aviophobia?” …Aviophobia is defined as a fear of flying. John Madden is a former football coach and sportscaster. He is also widely known for the long-running Madden NFL video game series. Madden’s aversion to flying is well known. Madden has not boarded a plane since 1979, but instead would crisscross the nation weekly during the football season. Madden traveled around the country in a customized coach-bus, which he has dubbed the Madden Cruiser. It’s the ultimate SUV — an $800,000, 45-foot luxury coach fitted with everything from sauna to…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “In which European country can you find this fortress?” …1. Italy 2. Czechia 3. Spain 4. Portugal Step 2 : Answer to the question “In which European country can you find this fortress?” Italy – You can’t take a step in Italy without crossing paths with an extraordinary architectural gem, and the fortress of Rocchetta Mattei is just another ruby in the treasure chest. Overlooking the village of Riola di Vergato from a hilltop in the Bolognese Apennines mountains, the Rocchetta (which means “small fortress”) combines elements of Norman, Arab, and Gothic-style architecture. The inventor of…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “If it is 9 A.M. Eastern Time in New York City, what time is it locally in Detroit, Michigan?” Both Detroit, Michigan and New York City are in the Eastern Time Zone. In fact, most of Michigan is in the Eastern Time Zone. Only four counties (Gogebic, Iron, Dickinson, and Menominee) in the western Upper Peninsula that share their southern border with the state of Wisconsin are in the United States Central Time Zone. Michigan uses Daylight Savings Time (DST) on the second Sunday in March until 2:00 am on the first Sunday in November.…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “Who is considered the father of psychoanalysis?” …Sigmund Freud was the founding father of psychoanalysis, a method for treating mental illness and also a theory which explains human behavior. His work contributed to our understanding of human development, personality, and psychology. Freud believed that events in our childhood have a great influence on our adult lives, shaping our personality. His lexicon has become embedded within the vocabulary of Western society. Words he introduced through his theories are now used by everyday people, such as anal (personality), libido, denial, repression, cathartic, Freudian slip, and neurotic. Step…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “Which fruit is the traditional garnish for a Manhattan cocktail?” A Manhattan is a cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters. While rye is the traditional whiskey of choice, other commonly used whiskies include Canadian whisky or bourbon. The cocktail is usually stirred then strained into a cocktail glass and garnished traditionally with a maraschino cherry. Legend has it that the drink originated at the Manhattan Club in New York City in the mid-1870s, at a party hosted by Lady Randolph Churchill, the mother of Sir Winston Churchill. The party made the drink fashionable,…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “Which actress played the victim in the shower scene of Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho?” Janet Leigh has the distinction of being in one of the most famous scenes in cinema history. On this day in 1960, Alfred Hitchcock‘s legendary movie Psycho had its world premiere at the DeMille Theatre in New York City. Janet Leigh portrayed the doomed Marion Crane in the film, which earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. The murder of Leigh’s character in the shower is the film’s pivotal scene…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “Where can you find this medieval cliffside town?” …1. Italy 2. Spain 3. Belgium 4. France Step 2 : Answer to the question “Where can you find this medieval cliffside town?” Italy – Italy never falls short of impressive medieval cliffside towns, and Sant’Agata de’ Goti is no exception. To enter the city, you must cross a bridge from an adjacent cliff, over the gorge and river below. Once occupied by Samnites, Romans, Goths, and Longobards, Sant’Agata de’ Goti is steeped in history. You’ll find picturesque piazzas and palaces around the narrow winding streets, in addition…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “Which wealthy individual has NEVER mounted a presidential campaign?” Donald Trump may be the richest president in America’s history, but wealthy people have been on the ballot since the first presidential election. Publishing tycoon Steve Forbes (worth $525 million) ran on the GOP ticket in 1996 and 2000. In 1992, Ross Perot (worth $4.1 billion) became the most popular third-party candidate to run for president but lost in 1992 and 1996. Michael Bloomberg (worth $55.9 billion), is the most recent addition to the already-crowded field of 2020 candidates. However, Bill Gates has yet to throw…

Step 1 : Introduction to the question “Who was the live action model used to create the Disney character “Tinker Bell?”” Tinker Bell might be a cartoon character in Walt Disney’s animated film “Peter Pan,” but the fairy is based on a real person. Margaret Kerry was selected to play the part in the early 1950s to pantomime Tinker Bell’s actions in front of a live-action film camera to provide Disney’s animators with reference footage for the character. As Tinker Bell was to be non verbal, her movements would be integral, and the studio sought a dancer that could help embody the…