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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2021 Page 19 India 1. On Aug. 13, 1969, what two astronauts (who landed on the moon) had a ticker tape parade in NYC? 2. Reportedly, what is the busiest day of the year for restaurants? 3. What is said to have the most activity in cloud computing: banking, government or schools? 4. August 14 is World Lizard Day; the Gila monster is the only venomous lizard native to what country? 5. What is the most common mineral in beach sand: garnet, mica or quartz? 6. Was Colonel Sanders of Kentucky Fried Chicken fame really a colonel? 7. What was the fi rst human virus, which was discovered in 1901? 8. On Aug. 15, 1914, the Panama Canal officially opened; can all ships fi t through the canal? 9. Do octopuses have tentacles? 10. Why could it be problematic for the Cleveland Indians to rebrand and trademark “Cleveland Guardians”? 11. On Aug. 16, 1898, a patent was awarded for a loop-de-loop roller coaster that operated where in the USA? Answers 12. What state produces the most wild blueberries in the world? 13. On Aug. 17, 1807, the North River Steamboat started its inaugural run from NYC for Albany on the Hudson River; what is that steamboat usually called? 14. How many lines does a Japanese haiku have in English? 15. In what country that shares borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan is the Tumanyan Matchbox Label Museum? 16. What state’s Official Blues Artist is Henry St. Clair Fredericks (aka Taj Mahal)? 17. On Aug. 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was verifi ed, which mandated what? 18. At what age did Simone Biles become interested in gymnastics: six or nine or 12? 19. In what Western U.S. city would you find an artwork with 163 steps of mosaic tiles called “the 16th Avenue Staircase”? 20. August 19 is World Photography Day; on Aug. 19, 1839, Louis Daguerre demonstrated his daguerreotype process after receiving funding from what government? How to Replace Important Documents That Are Lost or Missing Dear Savvy Senior, Can you tell me what I need to do to replace a variety of important documents? Our house burned down a few months ago, and we lost everything including our home property deed, car titles, old tax returns, Social Security, Medicare and COVID vaccine cards, birth certifi cates, marriage license and passports. Stressed Seniors Dear Stressed, I’m very sorry for your loss, but you’ll be relieved to know that replacing important documents that are destroyed, lost or stolen is pretty easy once you know where to turn. Here are the replacement resources for each document you mentioned. Birth certifi cates: If you were born in the United States, contact the vital records offi ce in the state where you were born (see CDC. gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm for contact information). This offi ce will give you specifi c instructions on what you need to do to order a certifi ed copy and what it will cost you – usually between $10 and $30. Car titles: Most states off er replacements through a local department of motor vehicles offi ce. You’ll need to complete a replacement title application form and pay the application fee, which varies by state. You’ll also need to show ID and proof that you own the car, such as your vehicle registration or your license-plate number and VIN (vehicle identifi cation number). To get an application, go to DMV.org, pick your state, and print it or fi ll it out on the site. Property deed: To access your house deed, contact your county clerk’s offi ce, where deeds are usually recorded – you may be charged a small fee to get a copy. Marriage certifi cate: Contact the vital records offi ce of the state you were married in to order a copy (see CDC.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm). You’ll need to provide full names for you and your spouse, the date of your wedding, and the city or town where the wedding was performed. Fees range from $10 to $30. Social Security cards: In most states (except in Alabama, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, Oklahoma and West Virginia), you can request a replacement Social Security card online for free at SSA. gov/myaccount. If you live in a state that the online service is not available, you’ll need to fi ll out form SS-5 (see SSA. gov/forms/ss-5.pdf to print a copy) and take it in or mail it to your nearby Social Security offi ce along with a number of evidence documents that are listed on this form. For more information or to locate the Social Security offi ce that serves your area, call 800-772-1213 or see SSA.gov/locator. Medicare cards: If you are enrolled in original Medicare, you can replace a lost or damaged Medicare card by calling Medicare at 800-633-4227, or by logging into your MyMedicare.gov account. If, however, you get Medicare health or drug benefi ts from a Medicare Advantage Plan, such as an HMO, PPO, or PDP, you’ll need to call your plan to get your card replaced. COVID-19 vaccination card: Your fi rst step is to go back to your vaccination site and see if they’ll give you a replacement. Bring an ID and try to recall the date you were vaccinated. If that’s not feasible, contact your state health department immunization information system (see CDC.gov/vaccines/programs/iis/contacts-locate-records. html) where you should be able to print out a replacement sheet. Tax returns: To get copies of old tax returns start with your tax preparer, who usually keeps copies of your returns on fi le. You can also get copies of federal returns directly from the Internal Revenue Service. You’ll need to fi ll out and mail in IRS form 4506. To download this form IRS.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506.pdf or call 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a copy. The cost is $43 for each return requested. Passports: You can apply for a replacement passport at a Passport Application Acceptance Facility. Many post offi ces, public libraries and local government offi ces serve as such facilities. You can search for the nearest authorized facility at iafdb.travel.state.gov. The fee is $145. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior. org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. Association of Greater Boston pride – raising the flags of India & USA Honoring India’s 75th Independence Day celebration T he City of Revere will raise the fl ag of India on Saturday, August 14 at 12 p.m. in front of Revere City Hall (281 Broadway). All are welcome to join this event and the grand fi nale on August 15. As we all recognize, this COVID-19 pandemic rerouted our paths – having adjusted to various new norms – and has changed how we work, learn and interact. As social distancing guidelines have led to a more virtual existence, both personally and professionally, even as we got vaccinated in phases, we yet continue our pledge of virtual existence for the foreseeable future. We continue to comply with the guidelines and strive to find safer, low-key ways of celebrating various special milestone socio-cultural or historic occasions, which are traditionally and historically celebrated in a grand way – welcoming a huge public gathering. Last year, in August 2020, the India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB) created history by holding successful fl ag raising events in over 32 towns and cities, by raising and honoring the Indian and U.S Flags in the heart of each town/city, with the support of the local town and city offi cials. Continuing last year’s success story in the current year, IAGB will be raising the Indian fl ag in over 40 towns/cities in Massachusetts to commemorate India’s momentous 75th Independence Day celebration. IAGB is having these events from August 1 through the 14th , culminating in the grand fi nale cultural event, “IAGB India Day,” which is back to its core – at the Hatch Memorial Shell alongside Charles River – on Sunday, August 15 starting at 3 p.m. Come join the festivity as IAGB honors India’s 75th Independence Day celebration with style, pride and vigor! 1. Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong 2. Mother’s Day 3. Banking 4. The USA 5. Quartz (It is hard and erodes less quickly.) 6. He was not a military colonel, but he received the honorary title of “Kentucky Colonel” from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. 7. Yellow fever 8. No; a few of the largest container ships can’t pass through despite the addition of wider locks. 9. No; they have arms with suckers. 10. Reportedly, there was already a roller derby team with the latter name. 11. Coney Island 12. Maine 13. Clermont (a misnomer from an 1817 biography of Robert Fulton) 14. Three 15. Armenia 16. Massachusetts’s 17. Women’s suffrage 18. Six 19. San Francisco 20. France (a pension from the Parliament)

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