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Quiz: Easy like Sunday morning – What has October 26 ever given us
Filmmaker James Cameron at the 1998 Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
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On October 26, 1858, Hamilton Smith received a patent for his machine, which improved on the ‘James King’ version that had been invented seven years prior. His version included a revolving drum that was able to mimic the action of using hands. What machine, which is now a staple of all homes?
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On October 26, 1863, the FA was founded when the rules for a certain sport were established. Till then, for centuries, there were no proper rules that governed the play. The oldest of its kind, it now is also a part of UEFA and FIFA. What does ‘FA’ stand for?
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October 26, 1901, is the first recorded use of a particular method in crime history. It occurred after a shop was held up in Paris, and the thieves got away from the scene in haste. What ‘new’ invention did they use to out-pace the police?
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On October 26, 1918, Cecil Chubb, a wealthy barrister, handed over a prehistoric monument to the British government so that the public could have free access to it. Thought to have been built 5,000 years ago, it is instantly recognisable by its features. What is the name of this monument that references the building material?
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On October 26, 1972, Edwin Land introduced the very first truly instant version of a popular product at an event in Miami. He went onstage, took out his product and in just 10 seconds produced five copies. What product was this, which is named after the fact that the material aligned light waves?
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On October 26, 1972, for the first time, guided tours of this highly controversial place were given by the United States National Park Service. Built on a small island in San Francisco Bay it was one of the most notorious of its kind. What place is this?
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On October 26, 1976, an Act was passed in the U.K. government to make this country a republic within the Commonwealth. A dual-island Caribbean nation, it is the birthplace of Calypso music, Brian Lara and Dwayne Bravo. Which country is one of the few to have an ‘and’ in their name?
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On October 26, 1977, Ali Maow Maalin, a Somali hospital cook, got the diagnosis for a rash he had developed. He was quickly isolated and eventually survived. The WHO and the CDC consider this date to be the eradication of a deadly disease. What disease was eradicated thanks to a globally successful vaccination drive?
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On October 26, 1984, this movie, directed by James Cameron, was released in the U.S. The story about a woman whose unborn son is destined to lead humanity’s resistance against a hostile AI shaped public discourse of technological advancement for years. What is this movie where the most famous line is delivered by a cyborg?
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On October 26, 2017, Jacinda Ardern was sworn in as prime minister of her country. At the age of 37, she became the world’s youngest female head of government. She got acclaim for ensuring that her country successfully contained the COVID virus. Which country did she lead?
