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6/27/25

[Answer] Which sport was derived from the Greek word meaning “to exercise naked”?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which sport was derived from the Greek word meaning “to exercise naked”?"



...The word “gymnastics” is derived from the Greek word gymnazein, which means “to exercise naked.” In ancient Greece, physical training was a key part of education and often took place in gymnasia—public spaces where men would exercise without clothing to promote freedom of movement and appreciation of the human form. These activities included wrestling, running, and other athletic disciplines. The term eventually evolved to refer specifically to the structured sport of gymnastics, which emphasizes strength, flexibility, and control through various apparatus-based routines.

6/26/25

[Answer] Which American poet won a Grammy for writing a Johnny Cash song?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which American poet won a Grammy for writing a Johnny Cash song?"



...While Shel Silverstein is best known for beloved children’s books like Where the Sidewalk Ends and The Giving Tree, he was also a prolific and gifted songwriter. He wrote “A Boy Named Sue,” which became one of Johnny Cash’s most iconic hits. The witty and poignant ballad—about a man confronting the father who gave him a feminine name—was recorded live at San Quentin State Prison in 1969. The electrifying performance earned Cash a Grammy for Best Country Vocal Performance, while Silverstein won the Grammy for Best Country Song.

[Answer] Oreos were an imitation of what earlier sandwich cookie?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Oreos were an imitation of what earlier sandwich cookie?"



...Oreos were introduced by the National Biscuit Company (now Nabisco) in 1912, but they weren’t the first sandwich cookie of their kind. That distinction belongs to Hydrox, a chocolate sandwich cookie with a crème filling that debuted in 1908. However, Oreo’s sweeter taste and aggressive marketing helped it quickly surpass Hydrox in popularity. Over time, many consumers mistakenly assumed Hydrox was the knockoff. Despite its first-mover status, Hydrox gradually faded from store shelves, while Oreo became the best-selling cookie in the world.

6/25/25

[Answer] Which one of the four railroads in Monopoly was not a real railroad?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which one of the four railroads in Monopoly was not a real railroad?"



...In the game of Monopoly, three of the four railroads—Pennsylvania Railroad, B & O Railroad, and Reading Railroad—were real rail lines that operated in the United States. However, the Short Line is the only one that was not an actual railroad company. Instead, the name was inspired by a bus or trolley line in Atlantic City, New Jersey, where the original Monopoly streets were based. While “short line” is a general term used for small, independent railroads, there was no specific company by that name, making it the only fictional entry among the four railroads that appear on the Monopoly board.

[Answer] Which musician proposed to his wife during a joint concert?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which musician proposed to his wife during a joint concert?"



...Johnny Cash’s proposal to June Carter is one of the most iconic moments in music history. On February 22, 1968, during a live concert in London, Ontario, Canada, Cash paused the show and proposed to June on stage in front of a cheering crowd. The two had been close friends and musical collaborators for years, touring together and recording duets like “Jackson.” June said yes, and the couple married just weeks later. Their marriage endured for 35 years, lasting until June’s death in 2003. Johnny died only a few months later, a poignant end to one of music’s greatest love stories.