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Bags of Glory
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What do you know of people and families who have won not one, but several Nobel prizes between them, gaining bags of glory to their names?
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malik24
Feb 09 12
2931 plays
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U.S. Assassination Attempts
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All multiple choice questions about who were either assassinated, or an attempt was made. This should be fairly easy.
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10 Q
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Nightmare
Dec 29 03
11259 plays
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The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau
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Come and find out more about the undersea explorer, Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau.
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Plodd
Feb 01 12
3207 plays
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The Mental Health of Beautiful Minds
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There can be a fine line between severe mental illness and genius. Can you spot the mighty minds by their mental issues?
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fijikiwi
Nov 17 07
3750 plays
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A Toast to the French
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Join myself, PDAZ, Rowena8482, and doublemm at our soirée en France, as we discover some remarkable French folk.
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eburge
Jan 29 12
3498 plays
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Love, Famously
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Here are some love letters written from various Famous Lees, Leighs, Lis, or other variants on the name. See if you can identify the writer of the letter based on some subtle hints and a short clue!
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adams627
Jan 18 10
6705 plays
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Owners of Famous People - A Cat's Eye View
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We cats have been responsible for many pivotal moments in history. Our "owners" have made landmark decisions, discovered incredible theories, written amazing works and fought incredible battles. Or have they?
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Nannanut
Nov 05 04
3744 plays
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The Famously Dubbed
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There is, perhaps, no greater honor than being given a nickname that's known and spoken of worldwide. I've created this quiz to see if you can identify some of the more well-known ones. Enjoy.
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wolfie001
May 02 07
4935 plays
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Tudor Analogies
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Figure out how the first two Tudor people are related, and then figure out which other pair are related in the same way. For example, Henry is to Anne Boleyn goes with Henry VII is to Elizabeth of York because both are married couples.
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15 Q
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princess_1990
Jun 13 07
3276 plays
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100 Greatest Britons - Part 10
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This is the tenth and final part of my series of quizzes based on a public survey undertaken by the BBC in 2002 to find the 100 greatest Britons of all time. Unsurprisingly, the quiz covers places 10-1, working in reverse order.
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Supersal1
Jan 17 09
4425 plays
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Famous Dishes For Famous People
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The great and the good generally liked to live life well, and this included great dishes which were often created just for them or in their honour. I give you the clues and you tell me the people or place. At the least you'll learn some great recipes.
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bracklaman
Apr 19 07
6297 plays
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Don't Forget Your Toga!
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"Don't forget your toga!" was written on your invitation, but I'm sorry to say that it was a practical joke! You're really going to stand out in your Roman garb while I introduce you around at this soirée of the 'who's who' of Ancient Greek society.
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reedy
Jan 30 12
3339 plays
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Tudor Name Game
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The people of Tudor-era England were an awfully unimaginative lot when it came to naming their children. See if you can sort out who's who in these questions!
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guitargoddess
May 20 09
2571 plays
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They Remember Me For WHAT?
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Imagine that you were one of the greatest and most respected scientists of your time. Now imagine that you have just awakened in the 21st century to discover that you are best known for...well...why don't you take this quiz and find out?
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pu2-ke-qi-ri
Aug 10 09
6315 plays
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Northward Bound
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This quiz will look at explorers who either had the North Pole or the Northwest Passage as their goal. Join me as we head north with these intrepid souls.
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tazman6619
Jan 30 12
3300 plays
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Historical Stick Figures on Cue Cards
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As I'm armed with my bad drawings, a stack of cue cards, and a Sharpie, here's a look at ten famous people who all bear uncanny resemblances when drawn on small pieces of paper. Did I mention I can't draw?
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kyleisalive
Apr 19 11
9489 plays
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Remarkable Quotes From Remarkable People
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Here are some remarkable, inspiring and sometimes hilarious quotes from people who have made their mark on our beautiful world over time. See if you can guess who made them. Read the questions and answer choices carefully for clues to the answers.
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Creedy
Nov 14 10
2124 plays
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Tudor Celebrities
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My interest in the Tudor period led me to create this quiz. The colourful lives those characters lived would not be out of place in a Hollywood blockbuster these days, hence the title. I hope you enjoy it!
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hj1
Jan 10 07
5028 plays
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Make It Work!
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What do you do when you're staring adversity in the face? You do all you can to overcome it and make your idea or dream come true! Here are ten inspirational people who did just that ...
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Daaanieeel
Feb 11 12
3690 plays
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Beach Party with Australians!
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You're all invited to our beach party on the beautiful coast of Australia, featuring ten famous Aussie guests. Have fun!
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Creedy
Jan 31 12
2889 plays
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Paul Bernardo & Karla Homolka
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There's been a lot of debate about which one of the pair was the real monster in this bizarre relationship. If you ask me, they're both monsters. Information for this quiz has been gathered from books by Nick Pron and Stephen Williams.
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15 Q
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skunkee
May 15 03
3612 plays
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Party Like an Egyptian
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We here at All Puns Intended are throwing a party to celebrate the anniversary of the Arab Spring! We've bent the laws of time and space to invite ten accomplished Egyptians, from the ancient past to modern times. Come and make merry with us!
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CellarDoor
Jan 29 12
3348 plays
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