General Trivia Answers #625-630

Answer 625: Entertainment & Food -- Bergman's Best

a) Anastasia

"Sweden's illustrious gift to Hollywood" played the title role in 1956, a dozen years after winning her first Oscar for Gaslight.

Answer 626: History & Government -- Fluid Force

c) Loom

The Englishman's weaving machine contributed to the Industrial Revolution.

Answer 627: Math & Science -- Bubble Boy

c) Joseph Priestley

The scientist created his "mephitic julep" ("foul-smelling drink") in 1767 to prevent scurvy on long voyages, an ironic footnote in the history of soft drinks.

Answer 628: Geography & Nature -- Joker Jack

d) Kookaburra

The kingfisher's loud call resembles insane laughter.

Answer 629: Literature & Arts -- Before Lord

a) George

The Baron was christened George Gordon in 1788, in honor of his grandfather.

Answer 630: Sports & Games -- Four Scores in Two Scores

c) Ray Floyd

The Tar Heel won in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Snead's run was from the 1930s to the 1960s.