1. On 22 March 1765, the British Parliament passed a tax on printed papers in the American colonies, which caused fury and the cry "no taxation without representation". What was the law called?

2. On 22 March 1895, the Lumière brothers, from your 28 December round, privately showed their first film. What did it show?

3. On 22 March 1997, one of the brightest comets of the 20th century made its closest approach to Earth. What was it called?

4. Intel began shipping a famous computer processor on 22 March 1993. What was it called?

5. On 22 March 1960, two American physicists were granted a patent for the device that led to the laser. Name either of them.

6. Germany's greatest writer died in Weimar on 22 March 1832. What are his last words famously said to have been?

7. A French Baroque composer died on 22 March 1687 after striking his own foot with the long staff he used to beat time while conducting. Who was he?

8. An English composer born on 22 March 1948 wrote "Cats" (based on poems from your 4 January round) and "The Phantom of the Opera". Who is he?

9. A Canadian actor born on 22 March 1931 first played Captain Kirk in the series from your 8 September round. Who is he?

10. An American actress born on 22 March 1976 won an Oscar for playing the wife of the singer from your 12 September round. Name the actress, the role and the film.