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12/17/25

[Answer] The author of which of these books was buried with wine, pencils and a power saw?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "The author of which of these books was buried with wine, pencils and a power saw?"



...Roald Dahl was a prolific writer, producing 19 novels and many of the world’s most beloved children’s books, including The Gremlins, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Fantastic Mr. Fox. Upon his passing in 1990, his family arranged a special Viking funeral for him, to honor his Norwegian roots. To stay true to the Viking burial ritual, Dahl was laid to rest with a collection of his favorite possessions to accompany him into the afterlife. These items included his prized snooker cues, bottles of fine burgundy wine, assorted chocolates, HB pencils, and even a circular power saw.

12/16/25

[Answer] Which word was NOT in the original name of IBM?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which word was NOT in the original name of IBM?"



...The Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company (CTR) was founded in 1911 as a census-recording and data-processing enterprise, developing innovative machines that could rapidly count and organize data in ways unmatched by existing products. These early data-handling systems proved highly popular, driving the company’s expansion beyond its original niche. In 1924, under the leadership of Thomas J. Watson Sr., the company was renamed International Business Machines to reflect its growing international presence and its ambitions to lead the emerging field of business technology.

[Answer] As mentioned in the children’s song “The Farmer in the Dell,” what is a dell, by definition?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "As mentioned in the children’s song “The Farmer in the Dell,” what is a dell, by definition?"



...A dell is a geographical term referring to a small, secluded valley, often wooded and gently sloping. Originating in Old English, the word has been used for centuries in poetry, folklore, and pastoral literature to evoke images of tranquil countryside landscapes and rural simplicity. In the traditional children’s song “The Farmer in the Dell,” which dates back to at least the 19th century and was originally a German folk song, the term helps reinforce the song’s rustic setting, emphasizing the peaceful countryside where the farmer lives.

12/15/25

[Answer] What is the only James Bond theme song to reach No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the only James Bond theme song to reach No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100?"



...The signature theme songs from James Bond films have long showcased some of the world’s most iconic recording artists, from Shirley Bassey and Carly Simon to Paul McCartney and Madonna. “Nobody Does It Better” by Carly Simon and “Live and Let Die” by Paul McCartney and Wings came close to topping the U.S. Billboard chart, both placing at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was not until 1985 that a Bond theme finally reached No. 1 in the United States, when Duran Duran achieved the milestone with their hit “A View to a Kill,” the theme from the film of the same name starring Roger Moore as James Bond.

[Answer] Where did CIA headquarters move after expanding out of Washington, D.C.?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Where did CIA headquarters move after expanding out of Washington, D.C.?"



...As the Central Intelligence Agency expanded rapidly during the early Cold War, it quickly outgrew its scattered offices throughout Washington, D.C. In 1961, the CIA consolidated its operations at a newly constructed headquarters complex in Langley, Virginia, located in Fairfax County just outside the capital. The site was carefully selected for its close proximity to Washington while providing the space, security, and seclusion required for highly sensitive intelligence work. The Langley complex has served as the CIA’s headquarters ever since.