These Are Real “Jeopardy!” Clues That Stumped Contestants—Can You Respond Correctly?

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Jeopardy! has been on our TV screens since 1964, and it’s no surprise—there are few long-running shows that are not only fun and entertaining, but actually provide a challenge for the viewer. Obviously the contestants have it much harder than viewers, so it’s understandable that they might flub some answers while under pressure. Here are some real Jeopardy! questions that stumped viewers—can you answer them?

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Clue: It’s the only country that borders both the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf.

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What is Iran?

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Clue: In 1937 his sister said he had “hats of every description,” which he would use as a “foundation of his next book.”

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What is Dr. Suess?

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Clue: He came to power 34 days before FDR and left it 19 days after him.

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What is Adolf Hitler?

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Clue: Aztek and Grand Prix.

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What is Pontiac?

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Clue: Usually roasted, squab is a young one of these birds.

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What is a pigeon?

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Clue: Both making news in June, these 2 Davids with similar last names are LeBron’s new coach and Eric Cantor’s conqueror.

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Who are David Blatt and David Bratt?

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Clue: This “Star Wars” movie “Episode III” leads up to where the original movie began.

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What is Revenge of the Sith ?

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Clue: New Orleans bartender Henry Ramos invented the Ramos Fizz, made with cream, egg whites, lime juice & this liquor.

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What is gin?

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Clue: Madame Medusa and a pair of crocodiles torment the title mice in this Disney classic.

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What is The Rescuers ?