The LEGO story

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What animal inspired Ole Kirk Christiansen to create his first toy?

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The wooden duck.

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In which year did Ole Kirk Christiansen choose the name 'LEGO' for his company?

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1934.

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Was Ole Kirk Christiansen married after 1934?

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False.

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Why couldn't the wholesaler who ordered a large amount of toys buy them?

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Because he filed for bankruptcy.

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How did Godtfred Kirk Christiansen manage to keep LEGO pieces together?

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By creating a construction system based on tubes inside the bricks.

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What does 'LEGO' stand for?

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The name LEGO is derived from the Danish words 'leg godt', meaning 'play well'.

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What was the original product line of LEGO before it became famous for bricks?

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Wooden toys.

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What year did LEGO start producing plastic bricks?

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1949.

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What is the significance of the interlocking design of LEGO bricks?

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It allows for greater stability and versatility in building.

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Who was Ole Kirk Christiansen's son who played a significant role in LEGO's development?

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Godtfred Kirk Christiansen.