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1. His name was used for a once popular chain of Fish and Chips restaurants

Answer: Arthur Treacher

Arthur Treacher (1894-1975) was an English actor known for specializing in "butler" roles, including two films featuring the fictional butler Jeeves. In later life, he was the announcer and sidekick for Merv Griffin on his talk show. The "Arthur Treacher's Fish and Chips" chain was founded in Columbus, Ohio in 1969.

By the late 1970s, the chain had expanded to approximately 800 locations.

2. He was a legendary king of Britain

Answer: Arthur Pendragon

Arthur Pendragon, or King Arthur, is a semi-legendary figure who is thought to have lived around AD 500. His castle and kingdom of Camelot have been described as being in various parts of Britain. The various versions of King Arthur's stories usually agree that his rule was seen as a period of peace and justice for the people.

Other figures that commonly figure in the King Arthur story are Merlin the Wizard, Guinevere the Queen, and Sir Lancelot.

3. He would become Harry Potter's Father-in-Law

Answer: Arthur Weasley

In the books by JK Rowling, Arthur Weasley, and his wife, Molly, are the parents of seven children, including Harry's best friend, Ron, and his future wife, Ginny. He makes his first appearance in "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets", the second book in the series.

In-universe, Arthur works at the Ministry of Magic, where he deals with Muggle (non-Wizard) artifacts that have been enchanted. In the Harry Potter films, Arthur Weasley is portrayed by actor Mark Williams.

4. This community is located in Canada

Answer: Arthur Ontario

Arthur, Ontario, was named for Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington, when it was founded. Its population at the time of the 2011 Canadian Census was 2,427. Arthur is located in Wellington Township. During World War Two, Arthur was described as the most patriotic village in Canada because of the high rate of enlistment in the armed forces among its residents.

5. He is the some-time alias of Aquaman

Answer: Arthur Curry

The character of Arthur Curry/Aquaman first appeared in "More Fun Comics" in 1941. He has appeared in both solo and group comic books as well as animated television shows and films. Sometimes mocked because of his appearances in the "Super Friends" cartoon series, Aquaman possesses several powers including the ability to telepathically communicate with fish, the ability to breathe above and below the surface of the water, superhuman strength, and the ability to travel at extremely fast speeds.

6. He helped to found The Home Depot

Answer: Arthur Blank

Arthur Blank (born 1942) is a native New Yorker. He was one of the co-founders of the Home Depot (a home improvement supplies store chain) in the late 1970s and worked with the company for years before retiring in 2001. Arthur Blank is also the owner of the Atlanta Falcons, a team in the National Football League, and Atlanta United, a team in Major League Soccer.

7. This is Rob Kardashian's line of designer socks

Answer: Arthur George

The company was founded in 2012 and takes its name from Rob Kardashian's middle name Arthur (also his grandfather's name) and Rob's father's middle name George. The sock line is known for words and phrases that are sewn into the designs of the socks. In 2017, the company's product line was expanded to include socks for babies and toddlers.

8. He was the 21st President of the United States

Answer: Chester Alan Arthur

Chester Alan Arthur (1829-1886) was a career politician in New York State when he was selected to be the running mate of Republican James A. Garfield in the Presidential Election of 1880. Following Garfield's death in September 1881, Arthur became president, in which position he served until March 1885. Perhaps the most significant piece of legislation to pass while Arthur was president was the Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act (1883).

9. This was the last ship in contact with the "Edmund Fitzgerald", before that ship sank

Answer: Arthur M. Anderson

The SS "Arthur M. Anderson" was launched in 1952 and served as cargo ship in service on the United States Great Lakes. With a length of 767 feet, the ship has a cargo capacity of over 25,000 tons. Not only was the ship the last to be in contact with the "Edmund Fitzgerald", it was the first on the scene to attempt to find survivors.

The "Arthur M. Anderson" was named for the then-President of US Steel.

10. His literary creations include Professor Challenger

Answer: Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) may be best known as the author of four novels and 52 short stories featuring the detective, Sherlock Holmes. He also wrote a series of novels featuring the hot-tempered Professor Challenger, of which the best known is probably the first written, "The Lost World". Married twice, Arthur Conan Doyle had five children.

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Arthur, Arthur Trivia Quiz

It's simple. Match the correct Arthur with the description.

Questions		Choices
1. His name was used for a once popular chain of Fish and Chips restaurants		Arthur Conan Doyle
2. He was a legendary king of Britain		Arthur George
3. He would become Harry Potter's Father-in-Law		Arthur Pendragon
4. This community is located in Canada		Chester Alan Arthur
5. He is the some-time alias of Aquaman		Arthur M. Anderson
6. He helped to found The Home Depot		Arthur Treacher
7. This is Rob Kardashian's line of designer socks		Arthur Weasley
8. He was the 21st President of the United States		Arthur Ontario
9. This was the last ship in contact with the "Edmund Fitzgerald", before that ship sank		Arthur Curry
10. His literary creations include Professor Challenger		Arthur Blank