Balloons Over Broadway

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What is the main topic of 'Balloons Over Broadway'?

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The story of how the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade began, focusing on Tony Sarg and his creative balloon designs.

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Who was Tony Sarg?

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A creative and inventive puppeteer who designed the first balloons for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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What department store did Tony Sarg work for?

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Macy's.

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What does the word 'attached' mean in the context of the story?

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Joined or connected.

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Why was the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade first started?

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Store employees missed holiday traditions of street dancing and music from their native countries.

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What are puppet balloons?

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Large balloons shaped like characters that are used in parades, designed to be moved by puppeteers.

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How long were Tony's balloons used in the parade?

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For 25 years.

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What is a key characteristic of Tony Sarg's work?

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His creativity and inventiveness in designing puppets and balloons.

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What did Tony Sarg create based on storybook characters?

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New puppets that were attached to gears and pulleys to make them move.

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What is the significance of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade today?

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It is a beloved annual tradition that marks the start of the holiday season.