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Around the end of the 15th century, which two houses battled each other for control of the English throne in the Wars of the Roses?

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One brother was first person to win Grammy awards for both classical and jazz recordings, the other hosted the band for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Who are these brothers?

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From the list of foods which cause allergies in humans, which particular food product is (according to my ref. material) at the top of the list?

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What product did the Grey Poupon company begin producing in 1777? (2 words)

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This German-Swiss writer wrote "Siddhartha," "Steppenwolf," "Narziss und Goldmund," and "The Glass Bead Game." Who is he?

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In which country would you find the Bay of Pigs?

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The word jeopardy comes from the Old French, jeu parti, which means what?

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What vitamin is produced when human skin is exposed to sunlight?

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This word refers to a type of sofa, a type of overcoat, a brand of cigarettes, and a city in England. What is it?

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What term for a smug, ignorant, uncultured person is named for ancient people of the early Middle east region?

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This war in 1853 was triggered by a dispute between France, Russia, and Turkey over control of the Holy Places in Palestine, and during this war Florence Nightingale performed her heroic nursing deeds. What was it?

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What is the main food product for about half the people of the world?

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What kitchen appliance brand is known for its iconic red stand mixer?

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In 1975, Gerald Ford appointed which future President to be director of the Central Intelligence Agency?

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The first Sherlock Holmes story appeared in 1887, and included the name of a color in the title. What was it?