Daily Quiz | On events and birthdays that happened today throughout history
Václav Havel, a Czech writer and later, President, who died on this day in 2011.
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On this day in 1865, by proclamation of the U.S. Secretary of State, the _____ Amendment to the Constitution, outlawing slavery, officially entered into force, having been ratified by the requisite states on December 6. Fill in the blank.
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This Swiss-born German artist was born on this day in 1879. His highly individual style was influenced by movements in art that included expressionism, cubism, and surrealism. was a natural draftsman who experimented with and eventually deeply explored colour theory, writing about it extensively. Identify the artist.
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An important milestone became a part of U.S. history on this day, involving President-elect Donald Trump. What was it?
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This TV special, an adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s classic children’s book, aired for the first time on this day, in 1996, and became a holiday staple. Name the special.
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Two Hollywood celebrities, who, although have never worked together in the same film, were born on this day, one in 1963 and the other in 1946. If the former is known for his portrayal of unconventional characters, the latter enjoyed great commercial success with movies Jaws and Schindler’s List. Name them.
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A British guitarist of the rock band the Rolling Stones was born on this day. Name him.
Published – December 18, 2024 05:15 pm IST
