Mugshots.pdf
1. Bill Gates
2. Frank Sinatra
3. Larry King
4. Al Pacino
5. Johnny Cash
6. Marv Albert
7. Paul Reubens/Pee Wee
8. Glen Campbell
9. Andy Dick
10. Mick Jagger
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
10/23/11 Top 10
Most gold medals won in the 2008 Summer Olympics
1. China
2. USA
3. Russia
4. Great Britain
5. Germany
6. Australia
7. South Korea
8. Japan
9. Italy
10. France
1. China
2. USA
3. Russia
4. Great Britain
5. Germany
6. Australia
7. South Korea
8. Japan
9. Italy
10. France
10/23/11 Movies
1. In 2009, a London Times columnist accused what Oscar winning movie of reveling in the misery of India's children? Slumdog Millionaire
2. What 1993 Summer Blockbuster was set on a fictional island off the coast of Costa Rica, called Isla Nublar? Jurassic Park
3. What species is Spock's mother in the Star Trek franchise? Human
4. Singer Madonna played a character named Breathless Mahoney in which 1990 flop? Dick Tracy
5. The 2010 Disney film Tangled was a retelling of which Brothers Grimm fairy tale? Rapunzel
6. English actor Boris Karloff is most widely recognized for his portrayal of what role? Frankenstein's monster
7. Frances McDormand won a best actress award for portraying police chief Marge Gunderson in what 1995 film? Fargo
8. What famous athlete played himself, as a love interest of Cameron Diaz's character in the gross-out comedy, "There's Something About Mary?" Brett Favre
9. What is the surname of the family that is in dire need of a new nanny in the 1964 musical, Mary Poppins? Banks
2. What 1993 Summer Blockbuster was set on a fictional island off the coast of Costa Rica, called Isla Nublar? Jurassic Park
3. What species is Spock's mother in the Star Trek franchise? Human
4. Singer Madonna played a character named Breathless Mahoney in which 1990 flop? Dick Tracy
5. The 2010 Disney film Tangled was a retelling of which Brothers Grimm fairy tale? Rapunzel
6. English actor Boris Karloff is most widely recognized for his portrayal of what role? Frankenstein's monster
7. Frances McDormand won a best actress award for portraying police chief Marge Gunderson in what 1995 film? Fargo
8. What famous athlete played himself, as a love interest of Cameron Diaz's character in the gross-out comedy, "There's Something About Mary?" Brett Favre
9. What is the surname of the family that is in dire need of a new nanny in the 1964 musical, Mary Poppins? Banks
10/23/11 Misc
1. In May of 2007, it was revealed that cereal mascot Cap'n Crunch's full name was what? Horatio Magellan Crunch
2. Which internet news site was founded by a Greek American author, pundit, and ex-California Governor candidate in 2005 as a liberal response to The Drudge Report? Huffington Post
3. Named for the Italian queen who loved it, what style of pizza has the toppings of tomato, basil, and mozzarella? Margherita
4. "Take a bite out of crime," is the catchphrase said by what anthropomorphic bloodhound, created by an ad agency in 1980? McGruff the Crime Dog
5. What is the name of the black and white, skull and crossbones flag traditionally flown on a pirate ship? Jolly Roger
6. In the Jewish faith, a moyle is a professional that performs what procedure? circumcision
7. What specific type of polls are taken of voters immediately after they have left the voting booth? Exit Poll
8. A maker of high-end tires, what Italian company has produced a coveted pin-up calendar since 1964? Pirelli
9. According to superstition, what feature of one's hairline indicates that a woman will outlive her husband? Widow's Peak
2. Which internet news site was founded by a Greek American author, pundit, and ex-California Governor candidate in 2005 as a liberal response to The Drudge Report? Huffington Post
3. Named for the Italian queen who loved it, what style of pizza has the toppings of tomato, basil, and mozzarella? Margherita
4. "Take a bite out of crime," is the catchphrase said by what anthropomorphic bloodhound, created by an ad agency in 1980? McGruff the Crime Dog
5. What is the name of the black and white, skull and crossbones flag traditionally flown on a pirate ship? Jolly Roger
6. In the Jewish faith, a moyle is a professional that performs what procedure? circumcision
7. What specific type of polls are taken of voters immediately after they have left the voting booth? Exit Poll
8. A maker of high-end tires, what Italian company has produced a coveted pin-up calendar since 1964? Pirelli
9. According to superstition, what feature of one's hairline indicates that a woman will outlive her husband? Widow's Peak
10/23/11 Books and Literature
1. Author of Steal this Book, what yippie activist once lead protestors in a tongue in cheek effort to levitate the pentagon? Abbie Hoffman
2. What 20th century novel by Boris Pasternak, chronicles the life and loves of a physician and poet, through the Russian Revolution and subsequent Russian Civil War? Doctor Zhivago
3. Author of The Great Gatsby, which American novelist is the namesake of the the theater in St. Paul, Minnesota that serves as home of the radio broadcast of A Prairie Home Companion? F. Scott Fitzgerald
4. Best known for her drama and romance novels, what author is currently the bestselling author still alive, having been on the NY Times best-seller list for over 390 consecutive weeks? Danielle Steel
5. In which US state are most Stephen King novels set? Maine
6. What is the name of the totalitarian Party leader in George Orwell's 1984? Big Brother
7. Call me Ishmael" is the opening line of what mid 19th century American classic? Moby Dick
8. What William Faulkner novel's title served as an album title for the hip hop group Jedi Mind Tricks, and was also parodied by the title of a 2000 documentary about the punk band The Sex Pistols? The Sound and the Fury
9. What is the name of the poor, sad donkey who's tail keeps falling off in AA Milne's children's literary classic? Eeyore
2. What 20th century novel by Boris Pasternak, chronicles the life and loves of a physician and poet, through the Russian Revolution and subsequent Russian Civil War? Doctor Zhivago
3. Author of The Great Gatsby, which American novelist is the namesake of the the theater in St. Paul, Minnesota that serves as home of the radio broadcast of A Prairie Home Companion? F. Scott Fitzgerald
4. Best known for her drama and romance novels, what author is currently the bestselling author still alive, having been on the NY Times best-seller list for over 390 consecutive weeks? Danielle Steel
5. In which US state are most Stephen King novels set? Maine
6. What is the name of the totalitarian Party leader in George Orwell's 1984? Big Brother
7. Call me Ishmael" is the opening line of what mid 19th century American classic? Moby Dick
8. What William Faulkner novel's title served as an album title for the hip hop group Jedi Mind Tricks, and was also parodied by the title of a 2000 documentary about the punk band The Sex Pistols? The Sound and the Fury
9. What is the name of the poor, sad donkey who's tail keeps falling off in AA Milne's children's literary classic? Eeyore
10/16/11 Top 10
NBA team - most franchise wins
1. LA Lakers
2. Boston Celtics
3. Philadelphia 76ers
4. NY Knicks
5. Detroit Pistons
6. Atlanta Hawks
7. Golden State Warriors
8. Sacramento Kings
9. Phoenix Suns
10. Chicago Bulls
1. LA Lakers
2. Boston Celtics
3. Philadelphia 76ers
4. NY Knicks
5. Detroit Pistons
6. Atlanta Hawks
7. Golden State Warriors
8. Sacramento Kings
9. Phoenix Suns
10. Chicago Bulls
10/16/11 Picture Round - Mustaches
Mustaches.pdf
1. Charlie Chaplin
2. Yanni
3. Rollie Fingers
4. Clark Gable
5. Frank Zappa
6. Richard Roundtree
7. Ron Jeremy
8. Robert Goulet
9. Dale Earnhardt
10. Errol Flynn
1. Charlie Chaplin
2. Yanni
3. Rollie Fingers
4. Clark Gable
5. Frank Zappa
6. Richard Roundtree
7. Ron Jeremy
8. Robert Goulet
9. Dale Earnhardt
10. Errol Flynn
10/16/11 Matching - Buildings and Cities
Buildings and Cities.pdf
1. C Notre-Dame - Paris
2. G Taj Mahal - Agra
3. J The Willis Tower - Chicago
4. A Patronas Towers - Kuala Lumpur
5. F Taliesin - Spring Green
6. E Kremlin - Moscow
7. D World Financial Center - Shanghai
8. B St. Mark's Cathedral - Venice
9. I Alhambra - Granada
10. H Cathedral of St. John - New York
1. C Notre-Dame - Paris
2. G Taj Mahal - Agra
3. J The Willis Tower - Chicago
4. A Patronas Towers - Kuala Lumpur
5. F Taliesin - Spring Green
6. E Kremlin - Moscow
7. D World Financial Center - Shanghai
8. B St. Mark's Cathedral - Venice
9. I Alhambra - Granada
10. H Cathedral of St. John - New York
10/16/11 Music
1. Which musician did a now-closed Las Vegas museum pay tribute to, with items like a mink cape and a rhinestone studded car? Liberace
2. Which Canadian born singer-songwriter has released 34 studio albums, and has been inducted into the rock n roll hall of fame twice, once as a solo artist, and once as a member of Buffalo Springfield? Neil Young
3. Which 60's English group, fronted by Dave Davies, pushed the boundaries of rock n roll, influencing future groups such as The Ramones and the Clash, with songs like You Really Got Me and Tired of Waiting for You? The Kinks
4. What band beat out Metallica and AC/DC for the Best Hard Rock/Metal Grammy the first year it was offered as a category, in 1989? Jethro Tull
5. Which British Folk Rock band's debut full length album, Sigh No More, reached number 2 in both the UK and the US in 2009? Mumford & Sons
6. Which pop star is unable to marry her boyfriend of 18 months, due to being placed under the conservatorship of her father? Britney Spears
7. What song is one of the most recorded songs of the 20th century, recorded over 500 times, most recognizably by The Righteous Brothers, Elvis Presley, and Harry Belafonte? Unchained Melody
8. What is rapper 50 Cent's first and last name? Curtis Jackson III
9. What was the name of Andrew WK's first commercially successful release, featuring songs like Party Hard and It's Time to Party? I Get Wet
2. Which Canadian born singer-songwriter has released 34 studio albums, and has been inducted into the rock n roll hall of fame twice, once as a solo artist, and once as a member of Buffalo Springfield? Neil Young
3. Which 60's English group, fronted by Dave Davies, pushed the boundaries of rock n roll, influencing future groups such as The Ramones and the Clash, with songs like You Really Got Me and Tired of Waiting for You? The Kinks
4. What band beat out Metallica and AC/DC for the Best Hard Rock/Metal Grammy the first year it was offered as a category, in 1989? Jethro Tull
5. Which British Folk Rock band's debut full length album, Sigh No More, reached number 2 in both the UK and the US in 2009? Mumford & Sons
6. Which pop star is unable to marry her boyfriend of 18 months, due to being placed under the conservatorship of her father? Britney Spears
7. What song is one of the most recorded songs of the 20th century, recorded over 500 times, most recognizably by The Righteous Brothers, Elvis Presley, and Harry Belafonte? Unchained Melody
8. What is rapper 50 Cent's first and last name? Curtis Jackson III
9. What was the name of Andrew WK's first commercially successful release, featuring songs like Party Hard and It's Time to Party? I Get Wet
10/16/11 Geography
1. What is the largest country that the equator passes through? Brazil
2. Meaning little cover in Italian, what silicon valley city is home to Apple Computers? Cupertino
3. Located on the Cheyenne trail the grave of brothel owner Mother Featherlegs is an unlikely tourist attraction in which US State? Wyoming
4. What secured zone in Baghdad that is barricaded by cement walls and barbed wire is nicknamed the emerald city? The Green Zone
5. Unlike Manderine speakers on the mainland, residents of Hong Kong speak what Chinese Dialect? Cantonese
6. Celebrating it's local charms, what nation once issued a series of stamps featuring fish and chips, rugby boots, and kiwi fruit? New Zealand
7. Abu Dhabi and Dubai are among the seven sheikdoms of what Asian Nation? United Arab Emirates
8. Located on the island of Honshu, what eastern Capital's name literally means, Eastern Capital in English? Tokyo
9. What is the name of the California mountain pass in which only 45 of 81 emigrants survived passage of in 1844, some of them allegedly resorting to cannibalism to survive? Donner Pass
2. Meaning little cover in Italian, what silicon valley city is home to Apple Computers? Cupertino
3. Located on the Cheyenne trail the grave of brothel owner Mother Featherlegs is an unlikely tourist attraction in which US State? Wyoming
4. What secured zone in Baghdad that is barricaded by cement walls and barbed wire is nicknamed the emerald city? The Green Zone
5. Unlike Manderine speakers on the mainland, residents of Hong Kong speak what Chinese Dialect? Cantonese
6. Celebrating it's local charms, what nation once issued a series of stamps featuring fish and chips, rugby boots, and kiwi fruit? New Zealand
7. Abu Dhabi and Dubai are among the seven sheikdoms of what Asian Nation? United Arab Emirates
8. Located on the island of Honshu, what eastern Capital's name literally means, Eastern Capital in English? Tokyo
9. What is the name of the California mountain pass in which only 45 of 81 emigrants survived passage of in 1844, some of them allegedly resorting to cannibalism to survive? Donner Pass
10/16/11 Etymology
1. From the latin for "bring together," what standard photo copying option automatically sorts your copies for you? Collate
2. From the greek word adamas, which means "unbreakable," what carbon based mineral is the hardest in the world? Diamond
3. From the latin meaning barricade, what kind of trade restriction turns cuban cigars into contraband?
4. A synonym for a reckless person, what two word term was inspired by unsecured artillery on the deck of a ship? Loose cannon
5. Meaning "leaf" in greek, what flakey pastry dough is traditionally the main ingredient baklava? filo
6. From the greek for "earth heat," what form of energy uses underground steam to power turbines? geothermal
7. From the Latin for sausage, what paralyzing bacterial disease is usually caused by poorly canned foods? botulism
8. Derived from the French word for throat, what grotesque Cathedral carving is actually just a decorative drain spout? Gargoyle
9. Lending his name to describe someone with an inflated sense of self-importance, what was the name of the man in Greek mythology that fell in love with his own reflection? Narcissus
2. From the greek word adamas, which means "unbreakable," what carbon based mineral is the hardest in the world? Diamond
3. From the latin meaning barricade, what kind of trade restriction turns cuban cigars into contraband?
4. A synonym for a reckless person, what two word term was inspired by unsecured artillery on the deck of a ship? Loose cannon
5. Meaning "leaf" in greek, what flakey pastry dough is traditionally the main ingredient baklava? filo
6. From the greek for "earth heat," what form of energy uses underground steam to power turbines? geothermal
7. From the Latin for sausage, what paralyzing bacterial disease is usually caused by poorly canned foods? botulism
8. Derived from the French word for throat, what grotesque Cathedral carving is actually just a decorative drain spout? Gargoyle
9. Lending his name to describe someone with an inflated sense of self-importance, what was the name of the man in Greek mythology that fell in love with his own reflection? Narcissus
10/9/11 Picture Round - Cereal Mascots
Cereal Mascots.pdf
Cereal Mascots
1. Count Chocula
2. Cornelius
3. BuzzBee (Or Buzz)
4. Toucan Sam
5. Sugar Bear (Golden Crisp)
6. Sonny (Cocoa Puffs)
7. Franken berry
8. Tony the Tiger
9. California Raisin
10. Dig 'Em (honey smacks)
Cereal Mascots
1. Count Chocula
2. Cornelius
3. BuzzBee (Or Buzz)
4. Toucan Sam
5. Sugar Bear (Golden Crisp)
6. Sonny (Cocoa Puffs)
7. Franken berry
8. Tony the Tiger
9. California Raisin
10. Dig 'Em (honey smacks)
10/9/11 Top 10 - National Universities
Top 10 National Universities of 2011 according to US News
1. Harvard
2. Princeton
3. Yale
4. Columbia
5. California Institute of Technology
6. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
7. Stanford
8. University of Chicago
9. University of Pennsylvania
10. Duke
1. Harvard
2. Princeton
3. Yale
4. Columbia
5. California Institute of Technology
6. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
7. Stanford
8. University of Chicago
9. University of Pennsylvania
10. Duke
10/9/11 Sports
1. March Madness is the informal name of which basketball championship? NCAA Men's Division basketball championship
2. Who did Muhammad Ali fight in the famous 1974 rumble in the jungle? George Forman
3. What equine inspired piece of gymnastics equipment is traditionally only used by male athletes? Pommel horse
4. Often associated with swashbucklers, what french phrase warns fencers to assume the ready position before a match? En garde
5. How many three-minute rounds are the maximum in a modern boxing match? 12
6. What is the name of the 1,049 mile race that takes place every year between Anchorage and Nome, Alaska? Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
7. Not including overtime periods, how long is a regulation world cup soccer game? 90 minutes
8. Pat Tillman was a safety for which NFL team when he quit football only to be killed as an Army Ranger in Afghanistan? Arizona Cardinals
9. In what sport do competitors conserve energy by forming a tight configuration called the peloton? cycling
2. Who did Muhammad Ali fight in the famous 1974 rumble in the jungle? George Forman
3. What equine inspired piece of gymnastics equipment is traditionally only used by male athletes? Pommel horse
4. Often associated with swashbucklers, what french phrase warns fencers to assume the ready position before a match? En garde
5. How many three-minute rounds are the maximum in a modern boxing match? 12
6. What is the name of the 1,049 mile race that takes place every year between Anchorage and Nome, Alaska? Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
7. Not including overtime periods, how long is a regulation world cup soccer game? 90 minutes
8. Pat Tillman was a safety for which NFL team when he quit football only to be killed as an Army Ranger in Afghanistan? Arizona Cardinals
9. In what sport do competitors conserve energy by forming a tight configuration called the peloton? cycling
10/9/11 Science
1. What precursor to modern chemistry included mythical, religious, and spiritual practices, with the primary objective of creating precious metals, or the mythical Philosopher's Stone? Alchemy
2. What parasitic plant, responsible for holiday season displays of affection, was once believed to cure epilepsy? Mistletoe
3. With the scientific formula H2O2, what compound is often used to bleach hair? Hydrogen peroxide
4. More famous for writing the Cantebury Tales, Chaucer also coined the name of what Galaxy? Milky Way
5. While universal blood donors have type O blood, universal recipients are blessed with what blood type? AB
6. Once given to convicts to dull their libido, potassium nitrate is a mineral more commonly known as what? Saltpeter
7. Because it's victims cough up blood, what potentially lethal disease has been historically linked to vampires? Tuberculosis
8. The condition argyria (are-jer-ia), which causes a person's skin to tern a hue of blue-grey, is caused by ingesting or improper exposure to what precious metal? Silver
9. In chemistry, what basic unit of measurement is derived from the word molecule? mole
2. What parasitic plant, responsible for holiday season displays of affection, was once believed to cure epilepsy? Mistletoe
3. With the scientific formula H2O2, what compound is often used to bleach hair? Hydrogen peroxide
4. More famous for writing the Cantebury Tales, Chaucer also coined the name of what Galaxy? Milky Way
5. While universal blood donors have type O blood, universal recipients are blessed with what blood type? AB
6. Once given to convicts to dull their libido, potassium nitrate is a mineral more commonly known as what? Saltpeter
7. Because it's victims cough up blood, what potentially lethal disease has been historically linked to vampires? Tuberculosis
8. The condition argyria (are-jer-ia), which causes a person's skin to tern a hue of blue-grey, is caused by ingesting or improper exposure to what precious metal? Silver
9. In chemistry, what basic unit of measurement is derived from the word molecule? mole
10/9/11 Movies
1. While James Bond's boss is known as M, what letter of the alphabet is used to identify his main provider of weapons and gadgets? Q
2. According to legend, Utah's Ben Lomand peak was the inspiration for what movie studio's logo? Paramount
3. Which movie, based on the short story "Super-Toys Last All Summer Long," was developed by Stanley Kubrick, but because of his death, was ultimately directed by one of the most recognizable directors ever? A.I.
4. Which 12 year old actress garnered a Golden Globe award for her portrayal of Claudia alongside Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt in Interview with the Vampire? Kirsten Dunst
5. What is the name of the spoiled rich girl in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, that also served as the name of a female fronted 90's rock band? Veruca Salt
6. Who is the co-chairman of Imagine Entertainment with Brian Grazer, that has been successful in film and TV as an actor, producer, and director, since the age of 5? Ron Howard
7. Batman Begins director Christopher Nolan gained widespread recognition with what time-bending thriller starring Guy Pearce? Momento
8. Who is the first U.S. president that Forrest Gump meets, as an All American college football player? JFK
9. Which movie, directed by George Clooney and starring Sam Rockwell, chronicles the life of Chuck Barris, host of the Gong Show and The Dating Game, who claims he was an assassin for the CIA? Confessions of a Dangerous Mind
2. According to legend, Utah's Ben Lomand peak was the inspiration for what movie studio's logo? Paramount
3. Which movie, based on the short story "Super-Toys Last All Summer Long," was developed by Stanley Kubrick, but because of his death, was ultimately directed by one of the most recognizable directors ever? A.I.
4. Which 12 year old actress garnered a Golden Globe award for her portrayal of Claudia alongside Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt in Interview with the Vampire? Kirsten Dunst
5. What is the name of the spoiled rich girl in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, that also served as the name of a female fronted 90's rock band? Veruca Salt
6. Who is the co-chairman of Imagine Entertainment with Brian Grazer, that has been successful in film and TV as an actor, producer, and director, since the age of 5? Ron Howard
7. Batman Begins director Christopher Nolan gained widespread recognition with what time-bending thriller starring Guy Pearce? Momento
8. Who is the first U.S. president that Forrest Gump meets, as an All American college football player? JFK
9. Which movie, directed by George Clooney and starring Sam Rockwell, chronicles the life of Chuck Barris, host of the Gong Show and The Dating Game, who claims he was an assassin for the CIA? Confessions of a Dangerous Mind
10/9/11 History
1. Also known as a five day war, the south Ossetia war broke out in what former soviet republic in 2008? Georgia
2. What was the name of the aircraft that was the first to drop an atomic bomb as a weapon of war on Hiroshima, Japan in 1945? Enola Gay
3. What was the name of the spaceflight which landed the first humans, Armstrong and Aldrin, on earth's moon in 1969? Apollo 11
4. Who was the creator of the National Fascist Party, which ruled Italy from 1922 to 1943? Benito Mussolini
5. What brain damaged florida woman was at the center of a right to die controversy in 2005? Terry Schivo
6. Due to his ties to Tricky Dick, Chief Justice Rehnquist was once commonly believed to be what famed watergate informant? Deep Throat
7. Though she gets a bad rap in American folklore, who was acquitted in 1893 of murdering her dad and step mother? Lizzie Borden
8. What is the Beatles inspired name for the three million year old skeleton discovered in ethiopia in 1974? Lucy
9. Who is attributed with the quotation, "Give me liberty, or give me death," during one of the VIrginia Conventions in the American Revolution? Patrick Henry
2. What was the name of the aircraft that was the first to drop an atomic bomb as a weapon of war on Hiroshima, Japan in 1945? Enola Gay
3. What was the name of the spaceflight which landed the first humans, Armstrong and Aldrin, on earth's moon in 1969? Apollo 11
4. Who was the creator of the National Fascist Party, which ruled Italy from 1922 to 1943? Benito Mussolini
5. What brain damaged florida woman was at the center of a right to die controversy in 2005? Terry Schivo
6. Due to his ties to Tricky Dick, Chief Justice Rehnquist was once commonly believed to be what famed watergate informant? Deep Throat
7. Though she gets a bad rap in American folklore, who was acquitted in 1893 of murdering her dad and step mother? Lizzie Borden
8. What is the Beatles inspired name for the three million year old skeleton discovered in ethiopia in 1974? Lucy
9. Who is attributed with the quotation, "Give me liberty, or give me death," during one of the VIrginia Conventions in the American Revolution? Patrick Henry
Monday, July 9, 2012
10/2/11 Picture Round - Bill Murray
Bill Murray.pdf
1. Kingpin
2. Caddyshack
3. Zombieland
4. Stripes
5. What About Bob
6. Coffee and Cigarettes
7. Lost in Translation
8. Charlies Angels
9. Royal Tenenbaums
10. The Man Who Knew Too Little
1. Kingpin
2. Caddyshack
3. Zombieland
4. Stripes
5. What About Bob
6. Coffee and Cigarettes
7. Lost in Translation
8. Charlies Angels
9. Royal Tenenbaums
10. The Man Who Knew Too Little
10/2/12 Matching - Arena/Stadium - Team
Stadium - team.pdf
1. H Turner Field - Braves
2. E Pepsi Center - Avalanche
3. B Rose Garden Arena - Trailblazers
4. G Home Depot Center - Galaxy
5. A Joe Louis Arena - Red Wings
6. J Wrigley Field - Cubs
7. I Izod Center - Nets
8. D Candlestick Park - 49ers
9. F Soldier Field - Bears
10. C Honda Center - Ducks
1. H Turner Field - Braves
2. E Pepsi Center - Avalanche
3. B Rose Garden Arena - Trailblazers
4. G Home Depot Center - Galaxy
5. A Joe Louis Arena - Red Wings
6. J Wrigley Field - Cubs
7. I Izod Center - Nets
8. D Candlestick Park - 49ers
9. F Soldier Field - Bears
10. C Honda Center - Ducks
10/2/11 Top 10 - Fast Food Restaurants
As of 2010, Fast Food Restaurants based on number of stores
1. Subway
2. McDonalds
3. Pizza Hut
4. Burger King
5. Dunkin Donuts
6. Wendys
7. Taco Bell
8. Kentucky Fried Chicken
9. Dairy Queen
10. Quiznos
1. Subway
2. McDonalds
3. Pizza Hut
4. Burger King
5. Dunkin Donuts
6. Wendys
7. Taco Bell
8. Kentucky Fried Chicken
9. Dairy Queen
10. Quiznos
10/2/11 Music
1. In 1984, musician Bob Geldof co-founded which charity concert to help raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia? Band Aid
2. Commonly played at weddings, Canon in D is a famous piece by what composer? Pachelbel
3. Which contemporary american band got it's name from the military and radio abbreviation for "Will Comply"? Wilco
4. Still believing in his talent, who's grandmother inspired the grammy winning 1990 hit, "Mama Said Knock You Out"? LL Cool J
5. Which country artist is the youngest grammy winner ever, six years after becoming an eight year old champion on Ed McMahon's Star Search? LeAnn Rimes
6. What is the first name of the singer of the Los Angeles hard rock/heavy metal band that released Undertow, AEnima, and Lateralus? Maynard James Keenan
7. Allowing guitare heroes to play vibrato, the tremolo bar is more commonly known as what? Whammy bar
8. After singing huge hits like "Fly," "Every Morning," and "Someday," which singer continued his entertainment career by becoming a host of the TV show Extra? Mark McGrath
9. The butt of many jokes on shows like Conan, Family Guy, and the movie "The 40 Year Old Virgin," Michael McDonald rose to stardom singing for which band? Doobie Brothers (or Steely Dan)
2. Commonly played at weddings, Canon in D is a famous piece by what composer? Pachelbel
3. Which contemporary american band got it's name from the military and radio abbreviation for "Will Comply"? Wilco
4. Still believing in his talent, who's grandmother inspired the grammy winning 1990 hit, "Mama Said Knock You Out"? LL Cool J
5. Which country artist is the youngest grammy winner ever, six years after becoming an eight year old champion on Ed McMahon's Star Search? LeAnn Rimes
6. What is the first name of the singer of the Los Angeles hard rock/heavy metal band that released Undertow, AEnima, and Lateralus? Maynard James Keenan
7. Allowing guitare heroes to play vibrato, the tremolo bar is more commonly known as what? Whammy bar
8. After singing huge hits like "Fly," "Every Morning," and "Someday," which singer continued his entertainment career by becoming a host of the TV show Extra? Mark McGrath
9. The butt of many jokes on shows like Conan, Family Guy, and the movie "The 40 Year Old Virgin," Michael McDonald rose to stardom singing for which band? Doobie Brothers (or Steely Dan)
10/2/11 Misc
1. Used to prevent blisters, what soft fabric is named for the supple hide of a small borrowing mammal? Moleskin
2. Adding bad manners to his sins, Judas is depicted with his elbow on the table in what famous DiVinci painting? The Last Supper
3. Introduced in 1956, what popular modeling compound is not recommended for use by children with wheat allergies? Play-Doh
4. An icon of a west coast city, what s the only mobile national monument? SF Cable Cars
5. What disorder manifests itself with compulsive urges to shoplift or steal? kleptomania
6. What is the nickname of the wooden aircraft with the largest wingspan in history, built by the Hughes Aircraft company in 1947? Spruce Goose
7. Who lives at 10 Downing street, in the City of Westminster, London? The prime minister
8. Used by much of the world, what does PM stand for, in reference to a 12 hour clock? Post Meridiem
9. Since 1506, the Vatican has been guarded by brightly uniformed guards from what country? Switzerland
2. Adding bad manners to his sins, Judas is depicted with his elbow on the table in what famous DiVinci painting? The Last Supper
3. Introduced in 1956, what popular modeling compound is not recommended for use by children with wheat allergies? Play-Doh
4. An icon of a west coast city, what s the only mobile national monument? SF Cable Cars
5. What disorder manifests itself with compulsive urges to shoplift or steal? kleptomania
6. What is the nickname of the wooden aircraft with the largest wingspan in history, built by the Hughes Aircraft company in 1947? Spruce Goose
7. Who lives at 10 Downing street, in the City of Westminster, London? The prime minister
8. Used by much of the world, what does PM stand for, in reference to a 12 hour clock? Post Meridiem
9. Since 1506, the Vatican has been guarded by brightly uniformed guards from what country? Switzerland
10/2/11 Animals
1. Applicable to clams and oysters, what zoological term refers to a mollusk with two shells hinged together? bivalve
2. Similar to tortoiseshell, what color pattern on a cat is nearly almost always found on a female? Calico
3. Well known for their behavior when threatened or harmed, what is the only marsupial that is native to North America? Opossum
4. What breed of dog is often referred to as a wiener dog? Dachshund
5. What insect is sometimes referred to as the 17 year locust? Cicada
6. What is the largest living fish, that despite it's intimidating size and name poses no significant danger to swimmers and divers? Whale Shark
7. How many legs do all insects have? 6
8. With the scientific name cavia porcellus what rodents are synonymous with scientific experimentation? guinea pig
9. Also a common condition that makes babies cry for hours on end, what is a potentially fatal stomach ailment in horses? Colic
2. Similar to tortoiseshell, what color pattern on a cat is nearly almost always found on a female? Calico
3. Well known for their behavior when threatened or harmed, what is the only marsupial that is native to North America? Opossum
4. What breed of dog is often referred to as a wiener dog? Dachshund
5. What insect is sometimes referred to as the 17 year locust? Cicada
6. What is the largest living fish, that despite it's intimidating size and name poses no significant danger to swimmers and divers? Whale Shark
7. How many legs do all insects have? 6
8. With the scientific name cavia porcellus what rodents are synonymous with scientific experimentation? guinea pig
9. Also a common condition that makes babies cry for hours on end, what is a potentially fatal stomach ailment in horses? Colic
9/25/11 Picture Round - Mythical Creatures
Mythical Creatures.pdf
1. Griffin
2. Medusa
3. Phoenix
4. Cerberus
5. Mermaid
6. Minotaur
7. Cthulhu
8. Pegasus
9. Chimera
10. Centaur
1. Griffin
2. Medusa
3. Phoenix
4. Cerberus
5. Mermaid
6. Minotaur
7. Cthulhu
8. Pegasus
9. Chimera
10. Centaur
9/25/11 Matching Round - Presidential Opponents
Presidential Opponents.pdf
1. D Ronald Reagan - Walter Mondale
2. H John F Kennedy - Richard Nixon
3. A Barack Obama - John McCain
4. J Bill Clinton - George HW Bush
5. C Dwight D. Eisenhower - Adlai Stevenson
6. F Lyndon Johnson - Barry Goldwater
7. I Andrew Jackson - John Quincy Adams
8. E John Adams - Thomas Jefferson
9. G Jimmy Carter - Gerald Ford
10. B George W Bush - John Kerry
1. D Ronald Reagan - Walter Mondale
2. H John F Kennedy - Richard Nixon
3. A Barack Obama - John McCain
4. J Bill Clinton - George HW Bush
5. C Dwight D. Eisenhower - Adlai Stevenson
6. F Lyndon Johnson - Barry Goldwater
7. I Andrew Jackson - John Quincy Adams
8. E John Adams - Thomas Jefferson
9. G Jimmy Carter - Gerald Ford
10. B George W Bush - John Kerry
9/25/11 Top 10 - Newspapers
Top 10 Newspapers by daily circulation
1. Wall Street Journal
2. USA Today
3. NY Times
4. LA Times
5. San Jose Mercury News
6. Washington Post
7. Daily News
8. NY Post
9. Chicago Tribune
10. Chicago Sun Times
1. Wall Street Journal
2. USA Today
3. NY Times
4. LA Times
5. San Jose Mercury News
6. Washington Post
7. Daily News
8. NY Post
9. Chicago Tribune
10. Chicago Sun Times
9/25/11 History
1. In 1898, Americans were rallied to war with the rhyming slogan, "Remember the Maine, to Hell with" what country? Spain
2. What famous north vietnamese assaults were coordinated during the celebration of the lunar new year? The Tet Offensive
3. In 1775, what famous American Revolution battle took place on Breed's Hill during the Siege of Boston? The Battle of Bunker Hill
4. In Arlington cemetery, the statue of Marines raising a flag, is based on a photo of what WWII battle? Iwo Jima
5. Guilty of sending explosives by mail, what criminal wrote a manifesto that led to his capture in 1996? Unibomber (Ted Kazinski)
6. What was the first name of the six year old who was seized by the Department of Justice in 2000, and deported back to Cuba? Elian
7. What two words hung on a banner behind President Bush, as he spoke on the USS Abraham Lincoln on May 1st, 2003? Mission Accomplished
8. Bruno Hauptmann gained notoriety in 1932 by kidnapping which author, inventor and aviator's baby? Charles Lindberg
9. Living sometime between 500 and 400 BC, what was the birth name of Buddha, the founder of Buddhism? Sidhartha
2. What famous north vietnamese assaults were coordinated during the celebration of the lunar new year? The Tet Offensive
3. In 1775, what famous American Revolution battle took place on Breed's Hill during the Siege of Boston? The Battle of Bunker Hill
4. In Arlington cemetery, the statue of Marines raising a flag, is based on a photo of what WWII battle? Iwo Jima
5. Guilty of sending explosives by mail, what criminal wrote a manifesto that led to his capture in 1996? Unibomber (Ted Kazinski)
6. What was the first name of the six year old who was seized by the Department of Justice in 2000, and deported back to Cuba? Elian
7. What two words hung on a banner behind President Bush, as he spoke on the USS Abraham Lincoln on May 1st, 2003? Mission Accomplished
8. Bruno Hauptmann gained notoriety in 1932 by kidnapping which author, inventor and aviator's baby? Charles Lindberg
9. Living sometime between 500 and 400 BC, what was the birth name of Buddha, the founder of Buddhism? Sidhartha
9/25/11 Geography
1. Before becoming independent, Croatia and Serbia were part of what Eastern European Federation? Yugoslavia
2. The land-locked Bolivia maintains a Navy on which snicker-inducing named lake that also borders Peru? Lake Titicaca
3. Many UFO enthusiasts believe that the UFO that crashed in Roswell, NM was taken to area 51, a top secret area of an air force base located about 80 miles from what major city? Las Vegas, NV
4. Called Siam at the time, what is the modern name of the southeast asian country that joined Japan to declare war on the allies in 1942? Thailand
5. What is the only continent on earth without an active volcano? Australia
6. Located on the west bank of the Hudson river, what NJ city is the birthplace of both baseball, and ole blue eyes, Frank Sinatra? Hoboken
7. In 1989 what country's army killed protestors in Tiananmen Square? China
8. Known for it's abundance of modern pirates, what country has the longest coastline in Africa? Somalia
9. Second in population to Jerusalem, what is Israel's second most populous city, with the nickname "The White City?" Tel Aviv
2. The land-locked Bolivia maintains a Navy on which snicker-inducing named lake that also borders Peru? Lake Titicaca
3. Many UFO enthusiasts believe that the UFO that crashed in Roswell, NM was taken to area 51, a top secret area of an air force base located about 80 miles from what major city? Las Vegas, NV
4. Called Siam at the time, what is the modern name of the southeast asian country that joined Japan to declare war on the allies in 1942? Thailand
5. What is the only continent on earth without an active volcano? Australia
6. Located on the west bank of the Hudson river, what NJ city is the birthplace of both baseball, and ole blue eyes, Frank Sinatra? Hoboken
7. In 1989 what country's army killed protestors in Tiananmen Square? China
8. Known for it's abundance of modern pirates, what country has the longest coastline in Africa? Somalia
9. Second in population to Jerusalem, what is Israel's second most populous city, with the nickname "The White City?" Tel Aviv
9/18/11 Picture Round - Children's Books
Children's Books.pdf
1. Goodnight Moon
2. Charlotte's Web
3. The Giving Tree
4. Madeline
5. The Little Prince
6. The Story of Ferdinand
7. Tin Tin
8. The Velveteen Rabbit
9. Hop on Pop
10. Where the Wild Things Are
1. Goodnight Moon
2. Charlotte's Web
3. The Giving Tree
4. Madeline
5. The Little Prince
6. The Story of Ferdinand
7. Tin Tin
8. The Velveteen Rabbit
9. Hop on Pop
10. Where the Wild Things Are
9/18/11 - Matching Round - Celebrity Families
Celbrity Families.pdf
1. D Angelina Jolie - Jon Voight
2. G Jamie Lee Curtis - Janet Leigh
3. A Liza Minnelli - Judy Garland
4. J Jason Patrick - Jackie Gleason
5. E Mariska Hargitay - Jane Mansfield
6. I Sean Astin - Patty Duke
7. B Isabella Rosselini - Ingrid Bergman
8. F Kate Hudson - Goldie Hawn
9. C Carrie Fisher - Debbie Reynolds
10. H Gwyneth Paltrow - Blythe Danner
1. D Angelina Jolie - Jon Voight
2. G Jamie Lee Curtis - Janet Leigh
3. A Liza Minnelli - Judy Garland
4. J Jason Patrick - Jackie Gleason
5. E Mariska Hargitay - Jane Mansfield
6. I Sean Astin - Patty Duke
7. B Isabella Rosselini - Ingrid Bergman
8. F Kate Hudson - Goldie Hawn
9. C Carrie Fisher - Debbie Reynolds
10. H Gwyneth Paltrow - Blythe Danner
9/18/11 Television
1. Borrowed from the BBC, what PBS show once uncovers basement treasures, such as a novaho blanket worth almost $5000? Antiques Roadshow
2. Named for a variety of pine three, what was the name of the ranch that was home to Bonanza brothers Hoss and Little Joe? Ponderosa
3. Featuring cast members from the popular sketch show "The State," what documentary style comedy show featured a short-shorts wearing character named Jim Dangle? Reno 911
4. What former NY mayor adjudicated The People's Court from 1997 to 1999? Ed Koch
5. Which 80's children's cartoon featured PSA's at the end of each show, and included the catch-phrase, "Now you know, and knowing is half the battle"? GI Joe
6. Which FX sitcom features a group of friends named Charlie, Dee, Mac, and Dennis? It's Always Sunny
7. Using muppets as an allegory to explore prejudice, what series from Jim Henson featured Doozers, Gorgs, and the all-knowing Trash Heap? Fraggle Rock
8. In the world of cable music television, what does the VH in VH1 stand for? Video Hits
9. Three years before splitting with Alan Colmes, what Fox News host founded an online dating service for conservative singles? Sean Hannity
2. Named for a variety of pine three, what was the name of the ranch that was home to Bonanza brothers Hoss and Little Joe? Ponderosa
3. Featuring cast members from the popular sketch show "The State," what documentary style comedy show featured a short-shorts wearing character named Jim Dangle? Reno 911
4. What former NY mayor adjudicated The People's Court from 1997 to 1999? Ed Koch
5. Which 80's children's cartoon featured PSA's at the end of each show, and included the catch-phrase, "Now you know, and knowing is half the battle"? GI Joe
6. Which FX sitcom features a group of friends named Charlie, Dee, Mac, and Dennis? It's Always Sunny
7. Using muppets as an allegory to explore prejudice, what series from Jim Henson featured Doozers, Gorgs, and the all-knowing Trash Heap? Fraggle Rock
8. In the world of cable music television, what does the VH in VH1 stand for? Video Hits
9. Three years before splitting with Alan Colmes, what Fox News host founded an online dating service for conservative singles? Sean Hannity
9/18/11 Saturday Night Live
1. Thanks to a 2010 internet campaign, what octogenarian became the oldest host in the history of Saturday Night Live? Betty White
2. Also a new Ben and Jerry's flavor, what was Alec Baldwin's character name on the Delicious Dish sketch? Pete Schwetty
3. Real life Minnesota Senator, Al Franken had a hugely popular recurring sketch with a mock self-help show called, "Daily Affirmation with" who? Stuart Smalley
4. Co-created by Robert Smigel, Ace and Gary are together known as what? The Ambiguously Gay Duo
5. Will Farrell and Christopher Walken lampooned which band in the famous "more cowbell" sketch? Blue Oyster Cult
6. Norm Macdonald created the Celebrity Jeopardy sketch as an excuse to do his impersonation of Burt Reynolds, who, in his last appearance, insists that Alex Trebek refer to him by which name? Turd Ferguson
7. Which mid-90's SNL alum has a daughter who a current cast member? Chris Elliot (daughter abbey)
8. What phrase did Dan Aykroyd make famous in Weekend Update's regular segment, "Point/Counterpoint," while debating and berating his partner, Jane Curtin? Jane you ignorant slut
9. From what city did Wayne Cambell and Garth Algar broadcast their cable access show? Aurora, IL
2. Also a new Ben and Jerry's flavor, what was Alec Baldwin's character name on the Delicious Dish sketch? Pete Schwetty
3. Real life Minnesota Senator, Al Franken had a hugely popular recurring sketch with a mock self-help show called, "Daily Affirmation with" who? Stuart Smalley
4. Co-created by Robert Smigel, Ace and Gary are together known as what? The Ambiguously Gay Duo
5. Will Farrell and Christopher Walken lampooned which band in the famous "more cowbell" sketch? Blue Oyster Cult
6. Norm Macdonald created the Celebrity Jeopardy sketch as an excuse to do his impersonation of Burt Reynolds, who, in his last appearance, insists that Alex Trebek refer to him by which name? Turd Ferguson
7. Which mid-90's SNL alum has a daughter who a current cast member? Chris Elliot (daughter abbey)
8. What phrase did Dan Aykroyd make famous in Weekend Update's regular segment, "Point/Counterpoint," while debating and berating his partner, Jane Curtin? Jane you ignorant slut
9. From what city did Wayne Cambell and Garth Algar broadcast their cable access show? Aurora, IL
9/18/11 Top 10
Name the top ten artists on Rolling Stone's list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time
1. Bob Dylan Like A Rolling Stone
2. Rolling Stones Satisfaction
3. John Lennon Imagine
4. Marvin Gaye What's Going On
5. Aretha Franklin Respect
6. Beach Boys Good Vibrations
7. Chuck Berry Johnny B Goode
8. Beatles Hey Jude
9. Nirvana Smells Like Teen Spirit
10. Ray Charles What'd I Say
1. Bob Dylan Like A Rolling Stone
2. Rolling Stones Satisfaction
3. John Lennon Imagine
4. Marvin Gaye What's Going On
5. Aretha Franklin Respect
6. Beach Boys Good Vibrations
7. Chuck Berry Johnny B Goode
8. Beatles Hey Jude
9. Nirvana Smells Like Teen Spirit
10. Ray Charles What'd I Say
9/18/11 Misc
1. Richard Branson is the British business magnate, best known for starting which group of companies? Virgin
2. Headquarted in McLean, VA, what legendary candy company manufactures snickers and m&m's? Mars
3. Sold in a small cardboard box with a training manual, what novelty gift made ad exec Gary Dahl a millionaire in just six months in 1975? Pet rock
4. What holiday requires Muslims to fast during daylight hours for a full Islamic calendar month to burn away all sins? Ramadan
5. Also the 23rd letter of the greek alphabet, what term is now synonymous with paranormal powers of perception? Psi
6. Often mistaken as the builders of stonehenge, ancient celtic priests were known as what? Druids
7. In March of 2009, Bernie Madoff plead guilty to charges stemming from the largest of what type of fraudulent investment operation in history? Ponzi Scheme
8. What is the last name of Prince Charles, Prince of Wales? Windsor (Will also accept George)
9. A form of personification, what is it called when an author attributes human qualities to animals or inanimate objects? Anthropomorphism
2. Headquarted in McLean, VA, what legendary candy company manufactures snickers and m&m's? Mars
3. Sold in a small cardboard box with a training manual, what novelty gift made ad exec Gary Dahl a millionaire in just six months in 1975? Pet rock
4. What holiday requires Muslims to fast during daylight hours for a full Islamic calendar month to burn away all sins? Ramadan
5. Also the 23rd letter of the greek alphabet, what term is now synonymous with paranormal powers of perception? Psi
6. Often mistaken as the builders of stonehenge, ancient celtic priests were known as what? Druids
7. In March of 2009, Bernie Madoff plead guilty to charges stemming from the largest of what type of fraudulent investment operation in history? Ponzi Scheme
8. What is the last name of Prince Charles, Prince of Wales? Windsor (Will also accept George)
9. A form of personification, what is it called when an author attributes human qualities to animals or inanimate objects? Anthropomorphism
9/18/11 Etymology
1. Greek for beautiful writing, in what visual art might you use a quill pen? Calligraphy
2. Meaning "sharpened" in latin, what word describes a 45 degree angle, or a bad case of appendicitis? Acute
3. Meaning unexpected financial gain, what term was inspired by fruit that was knocked to the ground by strong breezes? Windfall
4. Meaning "To Know" in French, and often associated with autism, what term describes someone gifted in a certain field? Savant
5. Meaning peace in Hebrew, what word is used as a greeting by Jews worldwide? Shalom
6. An early example of hyperbole, and the name of a segment on the Daily Show that was hosted by Steve Carell, what two word latin phrase literally means "to sickness" in English? Ad Nauseum
7. From the French word for lute, what is the word used to describe someone that makes or repairs stringed instruments? Luthier
8. Meaning false step, what French term refers to an unintentional social blunder? Faux Pais
9. Usually meaning to enjoy an alcoholic drink, what english word is derived from the Latin word for absorb or inhale? Imbibe
2. Meaning "sharpened" in latin, what word describes a 45 degree angle, or a bad case of appendicitis? Acute
3. Meaning unexpected financial gain, what term was inspired by fruit that was knocked to the ground by strong breezes? Windfall
4. Meaning "To Know" in French, and often associated with autism, what term describes someone gifted in a certain field? Savant
5. Meaning peace in Hebrew, what word is used as a greeting by Jews worldwide? Shalom
6. An early example of hyperbole, and the name of a segment on the Daily Show that was hosted by Steve Carell, what two word latin phrase literally means "to sickness" in English? Ad Nauseum
7. From the French word for lute, what is the word used to describe someone that makes or repairs stringed instruments? Luthier
8. Meaning false step, what French term refers to an unintentional social blunder? Faux Pais
9. Usually meaning to enjoy an alcoholic drink, what english word is derived from the Latin word for absorb or inhale? Imbibe
9/11/11 Matching Round - Solo Artist - Former Band
Solo Artist - Band.pdf
1. F Rod Stewart - Faces
2. C Buster poindexter - New York Dolls
3. J Ted Nugent - The Amboy Dukes
4. G Robbie Williams - Take That
5. A Peter Frampton - Humble Pie
6. D Ryan Adams - Whiskeytown
7. E Fergie - Wild Orchid
8. I Aimee Mann - Til Tuesday
9. B Bryan Ferry - Roxy Music
10. H Billie Joel - Attila
1. F Rod Stewart - Faces
2. C Buster poindexter - New York Dolls
3. J Ted Nugent - The Amboy Dukes
4. G Robbie Williams - Take That
5. A Peter Frampton - Humble Pie
6. D Ryan Adams - Whiskeytown
7. E Fergie - Wild Orchid
8. I Aimee Mann - Til Tuesday
9. B Bryan Ferry - Roxy Music
10. H Billie Joel - Attila
9/11/11 Picture Round - Influential Women
Influencial Women.pdf
1. Madeleine Albright - first female secretary of state
2. Anne Frank
3. Ruth Bader Ginsberg - ex-Supreme Court Justice
4. Eleanor Roosevelt
5. Jackie Kennedy
6. Benazir Bhutto - first prime minister of muslim state - pakistan
7. Queen Victoria
8. Susan B Anthony
9. Margaret Thatcher - ex-prime minister of uk
10. Harriet Tubman
1. Madeleine Albright - first female secretary of state
2. Anne Frank
3. Ruth Bader Ginsberg - ex-Supreme Court Justice
4. Eleanor Roosevelt
5. Jackie Kennedy
6. Benazir Bhutto - first prime minister of muslim state - pakistan
7. Queen Victoria
8. Susan B Anthony
9. Margaret Thatcher - ex-prime minister of uk
10. Harriet Tubman
9/11/11 Television
1. What was the name of the strip club that served as an office for Tony Soprano and his cohorts on "The Sopranos?" Bada Bing
2. Pierce Brosnan could not get out of his role in what TV series to play James Bond in 1986? Remington Steele
3. What popular school house rock cartoon sang the praises of tiny connector words like and but and or? Conjunction Junction
4. In Peanuts, Linus and Sally spend halloween night awaiting the arrival of what? The Great Pumpkin
5. Otis Campbell was the lovable town drunk on which TV Sitcom? The Andy Griffith Show
6. Rising to fame when their show started airing in 2007, what is the surname of the couple on the TLC network that famously had a plus eight? Gosselin
7. What 250 lb star of Hairspray shed half of her weight to host a TV talk show? Ricki Lake
8. Which handsome hollywood actor, known for his dapper appearance and distinctive voice, created and hosted The Twilight Zone? Rod Serling
9. Which comic book super hero made a subtle appearance in every single episode of Seinfeld? Superman
2. Pierce Brosnan could not get out of his role in what TV series to play James Bond in 1986? Remington Steele
3. What popular school house rock cartoon sang the praises of tiny connector words like and but and or? Conjunction Junction
4. In Peanuts, Linus and Sally spend halloween night awaiting the arrival of what? The Great Pumpkin
5. Otis Campbell was the lovable town drunk on which TV Sitcom? The Andy Griffith Show
6. Rising to fame when their show started airing in 2007, what is the surname of the couple on the TLC network that famously had a plus eight? Gosselin
7. What 250 lb star of Hairspray shed half of her weight to host a TV talk show? Ricki Lake
8. Which handsome hollywood actor, known for his dapper appearance and distinctive voice, created and hosted The Twilight Zone? Rod Serling
9. Which comic book super hero made a subtle appearance in every single episode of Seinfeld? Superman
9/11/11 Movies
1. In Star Trek, what ominous catch phrase is uttered by the power-hungry Borg? Resistance is futile
2. In the movie Cast Away, what was the name of Tom Hank's only friend during his four year stay on a deserted island? Wilson
3. Staring the hobbit Sean Astin, what sports film was the based-on-a-true-story account of a young man who dreamed of playing football at the University of Notre Dame? Rudy
4. Allegedly coined by Rob Reiner, what hybrid word refers to satirical movies that pretend to document real-life? Mocumentary
5. What is the name of the stock sound effect of a comical scream is an inside joke in hollywood, being used in Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones, and over 200 other productions? Wilhelm Scream
6. Which 1955 film contained the iconic image of Marilyn Monroe standing on a subway grate, with her dressing blowing up above her knees? The Seven Year Itch
7. Quentin Tarantino was an uncredited screenwriter for which Michael Bay/jerry Bruckheimer film, set in the San Francisco Bay area? The Rock
8. In the first Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, what was the name of the kidnapped Miami dolphin mascot, a real bottlenose dolphin? Snowflake
9. The ensemble cast of which 1999 film, with scenes shot at an apartment building just across the street, included Tom Cruise as Frank TJ Mackey, author of a seduction self-help book called Seduce and Destroy? Magnolia
2. In the movie Cast Away, what was the name of Tom Hank's only friend during his four year stay on a deserted island? Wilson
3. Staring the hobbit Sean Astin, what sports film was the based-on-a-true-story account of a young man who dreamed of playing football at the University of Notre Dame? Rudy
4. Allegedly coined by Rob Reiner, what hybrid word refers to satirical movies that pretend to document real-life? Mocumentary
5. What is the name of the stock sound effect of a comical scream is an inside joke in hollywood, being used in Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones, and over 200 other productions? Wilhelm Scream
6. Which 1955 film contained the iconic image of Marilyn Monroe standing on a subway grate, with her dressing blowing up above her knees? The Seven Year Itch
7. Quentin Tarantino was an uncredited screenwriter for which Michael Bay/jerry Bruckheimer film, set in the San Francisco Bay area? The Rock
8. In the first Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, what was the name of the kidnapped Miami dolphin mascot, a real bottlenose dolphin? Snowflake
9. The ensemble cast of which 1999 film, with scenes shot at an apartment building just across the street, included Tom Cruise as Frank TJ Mackey, author of a seduction self-help book called Seduce and Destroy? Magnolia
9/11/11 Misc
1. Also the name of a Hollywood flop, what cult committed mass suicide in 1997 while sporting brand new Nikes? Heaven's Gate
2. What financial icon, nicknamed the Oracle of Omaha, sent a letter to investors admitting, "in 2008, I did some dumb things." Warren Buffet
3. According to author Christopher Hitchens, what revered Roman Catholic humanitarian was a fanatic, a fundamentalist, and a fraud? Mother Teresa
4. According to the Kubler-Ross model, bargaining and denial are two of the five stages of what process? Grief/Grieving
5. Larger than all other redwoods, the estimated 2,700 year old General Sherman is a giant variety of what species of tree? Sequoia
6. What multi-part exam do most graduating law students have to pass in order to get their state license? The bar
7. Which theatrical play is referred to by actors as "The Scottish Play", due to a superstition of using it's real name? Macbeth
8. Depicting objects from multiple angles, what modern art movement did Picasso co-found? Cubism
9. What is the name of the San Jose, CA mansion that was the residence of a gun magnate widow, who kept it continuously under construction for 38 years? Winchester Mystery House
2. What financial icon, nicknamed the Oracle of Omaha, sent a letter to investors admitting, "in 2008, I did some dumb things." Warren Buffet
3. According to author Christopher Hitchens, what revered Roman Catholic humanitarian was a fanatic, a fundamentalist, and a fraud? Mother Teresa
4. According to the Kubler-Ross model, bargaining and denial are two of the five stages of what process? Grief/Grieving
5. Larger than all other redwoods, the estimated 2,700 year old General Sherman is a giant variety of what species of tree? Sequoia
6. What multi-part exam do most graduating law students have to pass in order to get their state license? The bar
7. Which theatrical play is referred to by actors as "The Scottish Play", due to a superstition of using it's real name? Macbeth
8. Depicting objects from multiple angles, what modern art movement did Picasso co-found? Cubism
9. What is the name of the San Jose, CA mansion that was the residence of a gun magnate widow, who kept it continuously under construction for 38 years? Winchester Mystery House
9/11/11 History
1. What historic document's preamble begins with the memorable words, "We the People"? The U.S. Constitution
2. Now mostly used by cyclists, Boston's Minuteman Bikeway, approximates the route taken by which historical figure? Paul Revere
3. The lyrics to the star spangled banner are a tribute to the heroic 1813 defense of what Baltimore fort? Fort McHenry
4. Found in a Michigan aircraft factory, Rose Will Monroe was paid by the government to portray what feminist icon of WWII? Rosie the Riveter
5. In WWII, what kind of vessel did you command if you were a part of the silent service? Submarine
6. Originally founded to fight polio, what charity was born when FDR asked all Americans to donate ten cents? March of Dimes
7. What suspect did the LAPD subdue with excessive force on March 3, 1991? Rodney King
8. After the passage of the 20th amendment, US presidential inaugurations were moved from March to what month? January
9. Which famous American Civil Rights speech was delivered 48 years ago last week (Aug 28), on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. I Have a Dream
2. Now mostly used by cyclists, Boston's Minuteman Bikeway, approximates the route taken by which historical figure? Paul Revere
3. The lyrics to the star spangled banner are a tribute to the heroic 1813 defense of what Baltimore fort? Fort McHenry
4. Found in a Michigan aircraft factory, Rose Will Monroe was paid by the government to portray what feminist icon of WWII? Rosie the Riveter
5. In WWII, what kind of vessel did you command if you were a part of the silent service? Submarine
6. Originally founded to fight polio, what charity was born when FDR asked all Americans to donate ten cents? March of Dimes
7. What suspect did the LAPD subdue with excessive force on March 3, 1991? Rodney King
8. After the passage of the 20th amendment, US presidential inaugurations were moved from March to what month? January
9. Which famous American Civil Rights speech was delivered 48 years ago last week (Aug 28), on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. I Have a Dream
9/11/11 Geography
1. Which major metropolis was originally named The Town of Our Lady the Queen of the Angels of the Porciuncula River? Los Angeles
2. Angel Falls, the highest water fall in the world, is located in which country? Venezuela
3. In 1821 what midwestern capital city was almost given the name of Missouriopolis? Jefferson City
4. What North African nation very recently ousted Muammar Gaddafi, their autocratic ruler for 42 years, in a civil war? Libya
5. According to Norse legend, what modern day country did Eric the Red found, after being exiled for murder? Greenland
6. Located between Isreal and Jordan, what salty body of water was once used by Egyptians to preserve their mummies? Dead Sea
7. El Capitan is one of the most famous rock formations in which National Park? Yosemite
8. In a playful 1982 protest, what Florida island chain succeeded from the Union and declared itself the Conch Republic? Florida Keys (Key West is also acceptable)
9. Dubbed the Berlin Wall of Asia, the Wagah border separates India from which of it's nuclear neighbors? Pakistan
2. Angel Falls, the highest water fall in the world, is located in which country? Venezuela
3. In 1821 what midwestern capital city was almost given the name of Missouriopolis? Jefferson City
4. What North African nation very recently ousted Muammar Gaddafi, their autocratic ruler for 42 years, in a civil war? Libya
5. According to Norse legend, what modern day country did Eric the Red found, after being exiled for murder? Greenland
6. Located between Isreal and Jordan, what salty body of water was once used by Egyptians to preserve their mummies? Dead Sea
7. El Capitan is one of the most famous rock formations in which National Park? Yosemite
8. In a playful 1982 protest, what Florida island chain succeeded from the Union and declared itself the Conch Republic? Florida Keys (Key West is also acceptable)
9. Dubbed the Berlin Wall of Asia, the Wagah border separates India from which of it's nuclear neighbors? Pakistan
9/11/11 Books & Literature
1. Frequently cited at weddings, the verse that begins "love is patient, love is kind" comes from which book of the bible? Corintheans
2. After the bell tolled for him, what novelist's key west residence became a museum with more than 60 cats living o the grounds? Ernist Hemmingway
3. Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and their two cubs are the brainchild of what famed husband and wife authors? Bernstein
4. What 2005 best selling non-fiction book carried the tag-line, "A rogue economist explores the hidden side of everything"? Freakonomics
5. Providing shortcuts for slacker students, what black and yellow study guides claim to be the fastest way to learn? Cliffs Notes
6. In Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, what is the name of the main character, who is haunted by the headless horseman? Ichabod Craine
7. Who is the novelist who wrote a family of pioneers in Little House on the Prairy? Laura Engels
8. Which Salman Rushdie novel drew protests from Muslims around the world, including a fatwa from the leader of Iran? The Satanic Verses
9. Which reclusive contemporary American novelist is best known for his novels, Gravity's Rainbow, The Crying of Lot 49, and and V? Thomas Pynchon
2. After the bell tolled for him, what novelist's key west residence became a museum with more than 60 cats living o the grounds? Ernist Hemmingway
3. Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and their two cubs are the brainchild of what famed husband and wife authors? Bernstein
4. What 2005 best selling non-fiction book carried the tag-line, "A rogue economist explores the hidden side of everything"? Freakonomics
5. Providing shortcuts for slacker students, what black and yellow study guides claim to be the fastest way to learn? Cliffs Notes
6. In Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, what is the name of the main character, who is haunted by the headless horseman? Ichabod Craine
7. Who is the novelist who wrote a family of pioneers in Little House on the Prairy? Laura Engels
8. Which Salman Rushdie novel drew protests from Muslims around the world, including a fatwa from the leader of Iran? The Satanic Verses
9. Which reclusive contemporary American novelist is best known for his novels, Gravity's Rainbow, The Crying of Lot 49, and and V? Thomas Pynchon
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9/4/11 Picture Round - Comedians
Comedians.pdf
1. Bill Hicks
2. Joan Rivers
3. Richard Pryor
4. Chelsea Handler
5. Milton Berle
6. Margaret Cho
7. Andy Kaufman
8. Paula Poundstone
9. Jim Norton
10. Phyllis Diller
1. Bill Hicks
2. Joan Rivers
3. Richard Pryor
4. Chelsea Handler
5. Milton Berle
6. Margaret Cho
7. Andy Kaufman
8. Paula Poundstone
9. Jim Norton
10. Phyllis Diller
9/4/11 Matching - Classic Movie Quotes
Classic Movie Quotes.pdf
1. D Clark Gable - Gone with the Wind
2. G Renee Zellweger - Jerry McGwire
3. I Ray Liotta - Field of Dreams
4. A Ingrid Bergman - Casablanca
5. H Roy Scheider - Jaws
6. C Estelle Reiner - When Harry Met Sally
7. E Humphrey Bogart - Maltese Falcon
8. B Faye Dunaway - Mommie Dearest
9. J Peter Graves - Airplane
10. F Kathleen Turner - Who Framed Roger Rabit
1. D Clark Gable - Gone with the Wind
2. G Renee Zellweger - Jerry McGwire
3. I Ray Liotta - Field of Dreams
4. A Ingrid Bergman - Casablanca
5. H Roy Scheider - Jaws
6. C Estelle Reiner - When Harry Met Sally
7. E Humphrey Bogart - Maltese Falcon
8. B Faye Dunaway - Mommie Dearest
9. J Peter Graves - Airplane
10. F Kathleen Turner - Who Framed Roger Rabit
9/4/11 Sports
1. Which New York City public high school varsity sport is played with 3 or more people, with at least one participant performing elements of gymnastics, breakdance and fancy foot movements? Double Dutch
2. Born Chad Johnson, New England Patriots wide receiver annoyed Spanish teachers everywhere by legally changing his name to what? Chad Ochocinco
3. The surfer and snowboarder's equivalent to a southpaw, what is the term for someone that rides with his right foot forward? Goofy foot
4. Due to it's aerodynamic design, what laid-back variety of bicycle outperforms upright bikes over long distances? Recumbent bicycle
5. Originally called the royal yacht squadron cup, what sailing regatta is 45 years older than the modern olympics? America's Cup
6. In race cars, what special frame is built around the inside of the cab to prevent injury during an accident? Roll Cage
7. In what swimming stroke are both arms simultaneously lifted above the head, while the feet kick up and down? Butterfly
8. In 2007, the new owner of Barry Bonds' historic homerun ball, announced that he would brand it with what symbol? Asterisk
9. In 1987, what famous American Cyclist was unable to defend his Tour de France title after being shot in a turkey hunt? Greg Lemond
2. Born Chad Johnson, New England Patriots wide receiver annoyed Spanish teachers everywhere by legally changing his name to what? Chad Ochocinco
3. The surfer and snowboarder's equivalent to a southpaw, what is the term for someone that rides with his right foot forward? Goofy foot
4. Due to it's aerodynamic design, what laid-back variety of bicycle outperforms upright bikes over long distances? Recumbent bicycle
5. Originally called the royal yacht squadron cup, what sailing regatta is 45 years older than the modern olympics? America's Cup
6. In race cars, what special frame is built around the inside of the cab to prevent injury during an accident? Roll Cage
7. In what swimming stroke are both arms simultaneously lifted above the head, while the feet kick up and down? Butterfly
8. In 2007, the new owner of Barry Bonds' historic homerun ball, announced that he would brand it with what symbol? Asterisk
9. In 1987, what famous American Cyclist was unable to defend his Tour de France title after being shot in a turkey hunt? Greg Lemond
9/4/11 Science
1. In humans, veins carry blood to the heart, what carries blood away from the heart? Arteries
2. Giving some vegetables their orange color, what pigment is vital to the process of photosynthesis? Beta-Carotene
3. Also called the tibia, what bone in the leg, has Steve Wright called a device for finding furniture in the dark? Shin bone
4. Occurring about 10 times per minute, corneal reflex is the scientific term for what facial movement? Blinking
5. Safety burners commonly found in high school labs are named after which German chemist? Robert Bunsen
6. Also known as chemical reduction, what industrial process employs high heat to extract metal from it's ore? Smelting
7. Named for a british scientist, what kinetic desk toy consists of five metal balls suspended from pendulums? Newton's cradle
8. Estimated to cause a million deaths or more per year, what is the most dangerous insect on the planet? Mosquito
9. In biology, what is the process in which a human cell divides into two identical halves? Mytosis
2. Giving some vegetables their orange color, what pigment is vital to the process of photosynthesis? Beta-Carotene
3. Also called the tibia, what bone in the leg, has Steve Wright called a device for finding furniture in the dark? Shin bone
4. Occurring about 10 times per minute, corneal reflex is the scientific term for what facial movement? Blinking
5. Safety burners commonly found in high school labs are named after which German chemist? Robert Bunsen
6. Also known as chemical reduction, what industrial process employs high heat to extract metal from it's ore? Smelting
7. Named for a british scientist, what kinetic desk toy consists of five metal balls suspended from pendulums? Newton's cradle
8. Estimated to cause a million deaths or more per year, what is the most dangerous insect on the planet? Mosquito
9. In biology, what is the process in which a human cell divides into two identical halves? Mytosis
9/4/11 Music
1. Which musical icon had 11 children, several of which would follow in his footsteps, including Ziggy, Julian, and Damian? Bob Marley
2. What famed metal band took it's name from a military term that refers to one million fatalities? Megadeth
3. Hitsville USA is the nickname given to what record label's first headquarters, founded by Berry Gordy in 1959? Motown Records
4. Popularized during the Civil War, what bugle song, used to signal Lights Out, is also known as Butterfield's Lullaby? Taps
5. Born Katheryn Hudson, which American singer-songwriter was raised in Santa Barbara by strict Christian pastor parents? Katy Perry
6. Hip Hop mogul Suge Knight is rumored to have made his first big fortune by hanging which pop-hip-hop artist by his ankles from a 20th floor balcony? Vanilla Ice
7. The guitarist from which backing band co-starred as Silvio Dante in the television series The Sopranos? E Street Band (perhaps want to accept Bruce Springsteen's band?)
8. After the suicide of singer Ian Curtis, the members of Joy Division continued on as what band? New Order
9. Which Academy Award Nominated Best Song was written at the request of Sylvester Stallone in 1982? Eye of the Tiger (by Survivor)
2. What famed metal band took it's name from a military term that refers to one million fatalities? Megadeth
3. Hitsville USA is the nickname given to what record label's first headquarters, founded by Berry Gordy in 1959? Motown Records
4. Popularized during the Civil War, what bugle song, used to signal Lights Out, is also known as Butterfield's Lullaby? Taps
5. Born Katheryn Hudson, which American singer-songwriter was raised in Santa Barbara by strict Christian pastor parents? Katy Perry
6. Hip Hop mogul Suge Knight is rumored to have made his first big fortune by hanging which pop-hip-hop artist by his ankles from a 20th floor balcony? Vanilla Ice
7. The guitarist from which backing band co-starred as Silvio Dante in the television series The Sopranos? E Street Band (perhaps want to accept Bruce Springsteen's band?)
8. After the suicide of singer Ian Curtis, the members of Joy Division continued on as what band? New Order
9. Which Academy Award Nominated Best Song was written at the request of Sylvester Stallone in 1982? Eye of the Tiger (by Survivor)
9/4/11 History
1. What historic document's preamble begins with the memorable words, "We the People"? The U.S. Constitution
2. Now mostly used by cyclists, Boston's Minuteman Bikeway, approximates the route taken by which historical figure? Paul Revere
3. The lyrics to the star spangled banner are a tribute to the heroic 1813 defense of what Baltimore fort? Fort McHenry
4. Found in a Michigan aircraft factory, Rose Will Monroe was paid by the government to portray what feminist icon of WWII? Rosie the Riveter
5. In WWII, what kind of vessel did you command if you were a part of the silent service? Submarine
6. Originally founded to fight polio, what charity was born when FDR asked all Americans to donate ten cents? March of Dimes
7. What suspect did the LAPD subdue with excessive force on March 3, 1991? Rodney King
8. After the passage of the 20th amendment, US presidential inaugurations were moved from March to what month? January
9. Which famous American Civil Rights speech was delivered 48 years ago last week (Aug 28), on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. I Have a Dream
2. Now mostly used by cyclists, Boston's Minuteman Bikeway, approximates the route taken by which historical figure? Paul Revere
3. The lyrics to the star spangled banner are a tribute to the heroic 1813 defense of what Baltimore fort? Fort McHenry
4. Found in a Michigan aircraft factory, Rose Will Monroe was paid by the government to portray what feminist icon of WWII? Rosie the Riveter
5. In WWII, what kind of vessel did you command if you were a part of the silent service? Submarine
6. Originally founded to fight polio, what charity was born when FDR asked all Americans to donate ten cents? March of Dimes
7. What suspect did the LAPD subdue with excessive force on March 3, 1991? Rodney King
8. After the passage of the 20th amendment, US presidential inaugurations were moved from March to what month? January
9. Which famous American Civil Rights speech was delivered 48 years ago last week (Aug 28), on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. I Have a Dream
9/4/11 Geography
1. Which major metropolis was originally named The Town of Our Lady the Queen of the Angels of the Porciuncula River? Los Angeles
2. Angel Falls, the highest water fall in the world, is located in which country? Venezuela
3. In 1821 what midwestern capital city was almost given the name of Missouriopolis? Jefferson City
4. What North African nation very recently ousted Muammar Gaddafi, their autocratic ruler for 42 years, in a civil war? Libya
5. According to Norse legend, what modern day country did Eric the Red found, after being exiled for murder? Greenland
6. Located between Isreal and Jordan, what salty body of water was once used by Egyptians to preserve their mummies? Dead Sea
7. El Capitan is one of the most famous rock formations in which National Park? Yosemite
8. In a playful 1982 protest, what Florida island chain succeeded from the Union and declared itself the Conch Republic? Florida Keys (Key West is also acceptable)
9. Dubbed the Berlin Wall of Asia, the Wagah border separates India from which of it's nuclear neighbors? Pakistan
2. Angel Falls, the highest water fall in the world, is located in which country? Venezuela
3. In 1821 what midwestern capital city was almost given the name of Missouriopolis? Jefferson City
4. What North African nation very recently ousted Muammar Gaddafi, their autocratic ruler for 42 years, in a civil war? Libya
5. According to Norse legend, what modern day country did Eric the Red found, after being exiled for murder? Greenland
6. Located between Isreal and Jordan, what salty body of water was once used by Egyptians to preserve their mummies? Dead Sea
7. El Capitan is one of the most famous rock formations in which National Park? Yosemite
8. In a playful 1982 protest, what Florida island chain succeeded from the Union and declared itself the Conch Republic? Florida Keys (Key West is also acceptable)
9. Dubbed the Berlin Wall of Asia, the Wagah border separates India from which of it's nuclear neighbors? Pakistan
9/4/11 Etymology
1. What does Descarte's famous slogan, Cogito ergo sum mean in English? I think therefore I am
2. French for equal to, what term is often used to describe a live-in provider of child care? Au pair
3. What literary term comes from the greek word meaning "veiled , figurative language?" Allegory
4. From the italian word for exaggerate, what distorted depictions are popular with political cartoonists and county fair artists? caricatures
5. From the french for "little tower," what is the term for the rotating gun platform on the top of a tank? turret
6. What expression, meaning everything from a to z, alludes to the three key components of a rifle? Lock Stock and Barrel
7. From the Greek for "Thrust In," what medical device for draining fluids, was inspired by reeds used by ancient Egyptians? Catheter
8. What word, meaning "an intelligent, but single-minded person obsessed with a nonsocial hobby or pursuit," has it's first documented appearance in the 1950 Dr. Seuss book, If I Ran the Zoo? Nerd
9. From the latin word meaning "payment," what is the term for a stream that feeds into a larger body of water? Tributary
2. French for equal to, what term is often used to describe a live-in provider of child care? Au pair
3. What literary term comes from the greek word meaning "veiled , figurative language?" Allegory
4. From the italian word for exaggerate, what distorted depictions are popular with political cartoonists and county fair artists? caricatures
5. From the french for "little tower," what is the term for the rotating gun platform on the top of a tank? turret
6. What expression, meaning everything from a to z, alludes to the three key components of a rifle? Lock Stock and Barrel
7. From the Greek for "Thrust In," what medical device for draining fluids, was inspired by reeds used by ancient Egyptians? Catheter
8. What word, meaning "an intelligent, but single-minded person obsessed with a nonsocial hobby or pursuit," has it's first documented appearance in the 1950 Dr. Seuss book, If I Ran the Zoo? Nerd
9. From the latin word meaning "payment," what is the term for a stream that feeds into a larger body of water? Tributary
8/28/11 Matching Round - Beer to Country
Beer to Country.pdf
1. D Superior - Mexico
2. H Delirium Tremens - Belgium
3. A Ayinger - Germany
4. F Victoria Bitter - Australia
5. C Sleeman - Canada
6. J Old Speckled Hen - England
7. B Baladin - Italy
8. I Deschutes - United States
9. G Suntory - Japan
10. E Grolsch - Netherlands
1. D Superior - Mexico
2. H Delirium Tremens - Belgium
3. A Ayinger - Germany
4. F Victoria Bitter - Australia
5. C Sleeman - Canada
6. J Old Speckled Hen - England
7. B Baladin - Italy
8. I Deschutes - United States
9. G Suntory - Japan
10. E Grolsch - Netherlands
8/28/11 Picture Round - Media Pets
Media Pets.pdf
1. Toto - Wizard of Oz
2. Marcel - Friends
3. Silver - Lone Ranger
4. Dino - Flintstones
5. Mr. Bigglesworth - Austin Powers
6. Rowdy - Scrubs
7. Bruiser - Legally Blonde
8. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog - Conan
9. Buck - Married with Children
10. Mr. Jinx - Meet the Parents
1. Toto - Wizard of Oz
2. Marcel - Friends
3. Silver - Lone Ranger
4. Dino - Flintstones
5. Mr. Bigglesworth - Austin Powers
6. Rowdy - Scrubs
7. Bruiser - Legally Blonde
8. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog - Conan
9. Buck - Married with Children
10. Mr. Jinx - Meet the Parents
8/28/11 Movies
1. An allegory against mccarthism, what classic western did John Wayne call the most Unamerican thing he had ever seen? High Noon
2. Another Fine Mess was a short film staring Stan and Ollie, the first names of which classic comedy duo? Laurel and Hardy
3. Which 1983 movie, loosely based on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, was the first film in which Nicolas Coppola was billed as Nicolas Cage? Valley Girl
4. Which accomplished writer, actor, and director, got his start in the 1981 film Stripes, starring next to Bill Murray? Harold Ramis
5. What is the name of the android in the James Cameron film Aliens, played by Lance Henriksen? Bishop
6. Which Hollywood Actor is the subject of a game, based on the idea that any person can be linked to any other person within six steps? Kevin Bacon
7. Partnered with Atticus Ross, which industrial Rock Superstar won an academy award for composing the score for The Social Network? Trent Reznor
8. Which 1996 film, starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton, was the first Hollywood feature film to be released on the DVD format? Twister
2. Another Fine Mess was a short film staring Stan and Ollie, the first names of which classic comedy duo? Laurel and Hardy
3. Which 1983 movie, loosely based on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, was the first film in which Nicolas Coppola was billed as Nicolas Cage? Valley Girl
4. Which accomplished writer, actor, and director, got his start in the 1981 film Stripes, starring next to Bill Murray? Harold Ramis
5. What is the name of the android in the James Cameron film Aliens, played by Lance Henriksen? Bishop
6. Which Hollywood Actor is the subject of a game, based on the idea that any person can be linked to any other person within six steps? Kevin Bacon
7. Partnered with Atticus Ross, which industrial Rock Superstar won an academy award for composing the score for The Social Network? Trent Reznor
8. Which 1996 film, starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton, was the first Hollywood feature film to be released on the DVD format? Twister
8/28/11 Misc
1. The American Kennel Club puts the Boxer, Great Dane and Rottweiler in what group classification? Working Group
2. Also used to describe the eerie light before sunset, what medical term refers to the 60 minute window after a severe injury? golden hour
3. In 1924, the IAAF adjusted the official distance of a marathon, for an unknown reason, to how many miles? 26.22 miles
4. Inspired by ashes rising from a fire, the Montgolfiere brothers invented what kind of vehicle? Hot air balloon
5. Which nonprofit organization, with members 50 or older, is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all members, as they age? AARP
6. Named for it's country of origin, what infamous 80's import, was named worst car of the millennium, by NPR's Car Talk? Yugo
7. What illusionist's stunts have included being buried in front of Trump Tower, and frozen in ice in Time Square? David Blane
8. Meaning "to leave immediately," what expression refers to the city in Kansas, where Gunsmoke was set? Get out of Dodge
9. What is the American name of the berry known to most of the world as an aubergine? Eggplant
2. Also used to describe the eerie light before sunset, what medical term refers to the 60 minute window after a severe injury? golden hour
3. In 1924, the IAAF adjusted the official distance of a marathon, for an unknown reason, to how many miles? 26.22 miles
4. Inspired by ashes rising from a fire, the Montgolfiere brothers invented what kind of vehicle? Hot air balloon
5. Which nonprofit organization, with members 50 or older, is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all members, as they age? AARP
6. Named for it's country of origin, what infamous 80's import, was named worst car of the millennium, by NPR's Car Talk? Yugo
7. What illusionist's stunts have included being buried in front of Trump Tower, and frozen in ice in Time Square? David Blane
8. Meaning "to leave immediately," what expression refers to the city in Kansas, where Gunsmoke was set? Get out of Dodge
9. What is the American name of the berry known to most of the world as an aubergine? Eggplant
8/28/11 History
1. What historic document's preamble begins with the memorable words, "We the People"? The U.S. Constitution
2. Now mostly used by cyclists, Boston's Minuteman Bikeway, approximates the route taken by which historical figure? Paul Revere
3. The lyrics to the star spangled banner are a tribute to the heroic 1813 defense of what Baltimore fort? Fort McHenry
4. Found in a Michigan aircraft factory, Rose Will Monroe was paid by the government to portray what feminist icon of WWII? Rosie the Riveter
5. In WWII, what kind of vessel did you command if you were a part of the silent service? Submarine
6. Originally founded to fight polio, what charity was born when FDR asked all Americans to donate ten cents? March of Dimes
7. What suspect did the LAPD subdue with excessive force on March 3, 1991? Rodney King
8. After the passage of the 20th amendment, US presidential inaugurations were moved from March to what month? January
9. Which famous American Civil Rights speech was delivered 48 years ago today, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. I Have a Dream
2. Now mostly used by cyclists, Boston's Minuteman Bikeway, approximates the route taken by which historical figure? Paul Revere
3. The lyrics to the star spangled banner are a tribute to the heroic 1813 defense of what Baltimore fort? Fort McHenry
4. Found in a Michigan aircraft factory, Rose Will Monroe was paid by the government to portray what feminist icon of WWII? Rosie the Riveter
5. In WWII, what kind of vessel did you command if you were a part of the silent service? Submarine
6. Originally founded to fight polio, what charity was born when FDR asked all Americans to donate ten cents? March of Dimes
7. What suspect did the LAPD subdue with excessive force on March 3, 1991? Rodney King
8. After the passage of the 20th amendment, US presidential inaugurations were moved from March to what month? January
9. Which famous American Civil Rights speech was delivered 48 years ago today, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. I Have a Dream
8/28/11 Geography
1. Channeling the Colorado River since 1935, what south-western structure consists of enough concrete to pave the equator? Hoover Dam
2. Revered as the birthplace of reggae, Trenchtown is a noted neighborhood in what Jamaican capital? Kingston?
3. A destination for motorsports fans, what florida city hosts bikeweek in the spring and biketoberfest in the fall? daytona beach
4. Both coincidentally named Daniel, the only two Asian Americans in the US Senate represent which state? Hawaii
5. In what region of France were the WWII D-Day invasions in June of 1944? Normandy
6. Frequently referenced in spy novels, what McLean, VA neighborhood is home to the Central Intelligence Agency? Langley
7. Besides Louisiana, what is the only U.S. State that doesn't use counties as a form of local government? Alaska (boroughs)
8. Which uninhabited desert does the United States consider to be the last unclaimed piece of land in the world? Antarctica
9. Which former capital of the Roman and Ottoman Empires is the only modern city that is situated on two continents? Istanbul
2. Revered as the birthplace of reggae, Trenchtown is a noted neighborhood in what Jamaican capital? Kingston?
3. A destination for motorsports fans, what florida city hosts bikeweek in the spring and biketoberfest in the fall? daytona beach
4. Both coincidentally named Daniel, the only two Asian Americans in the US Senate represent which state? Hawaii
5. In what region of France were the WWII D-Day invasions in June of 1944? Normandy
6. Frequently referenced in spy novels, what McLean, VA neighborhood is home to the Central Intelligence Agency? Langley
7. Besides Louisiana, what is the only U.S. State that doesn't use counties as a form of local government? Alaska (boroughs)
8. Which uninhabited desert does the United States consider to be the last unclaimed piece of land in the world? Antarctica
9. Which former capital of the Roman and Ottoman Empires is the only modern city that is situated on two continents? Istanbul
8/21/11 Matching Round - Voice Actors
Voice Actors.pdf
1. F (Billy West - Stimpy - Ren & Stimpy)
2. I (Patrick Warburton - Kronk - Emperor's New Groove)
3. E (Michael Keaton - Chick Hicks - Cars)
4. A (Tom Kenny - Spongebob Squarepants)
5. C (Mel Blanc - Bugs Bunny)
6. J (Casey Kasem - Shaggy - Scooby Doo)
7. B (Justin Timberlake - Boo Boo - Yogi Bear)
8. G (John DiMaggio - Bender - Futurama)
9. H (Vin Diesel - The Iron Giant - Iron Giant)
10. D (Ed Asner - Carl Fredricksen - Up)
1. F (Billy West - Stimpy - Ren & Stimpy)
2. I (Patrick Warburton - Kronk - Emperor's New Groove)
3. E (Michael Keaton - Chick Hicks - Cars)
4. A (Tom Kenny - Spongebob Squarepants)
5. C (Mel Blanc - Bugs Bunny)
6. J (Casey Kasem - Shaggy - Scooby Doo)
7. B (Justin Timberlake - Boo Boo - Yogi Bear)
8. G (John DiMaggio - Bender - Futurama)
9. H (Vin Diesel - The Iron Giant - Iron Giant)
10. D (Ed Asner - Carl Fredricksen - Up)
8/21/11 Picture Round - Celebrity Chefs
Celebrity Chefs.pdf
1. Anthony Bourdain (Bore-dane)
2. Alton Brown
3. Cat Cora
4. Wolfgang Puck
5. Paula Deen
6. Gordon Ramsay
7. Julia Child
8. Tom Colicchio (Co-lick-ee-oh)
9. Emeril Lagasse
10. Rocco Dispirito
1. Anthony Bourdain (Bore-dane)
2. Alton Brown
3. Cat Cora
4. Wolfgang Puck
5. Paula Deen
6. Gordon Ramsay
7. Julia Child
8. Tom Colicchio (Co-lick-ee-oh)
9. Emeril Lagasse
10. Rocco Dispirito
8/21/11 Television
1. What was the name of the strip club that served as an office for Tony Soprano and his cohorts on "The Sopranos?" Bada Bing
2. Pierce Brosnan could not get out of his role in what TV series to play James Bond in 1986? Remington Steele
3. What popular school house rock cartoon sang the praises of tiny connector words like and but and or? Conjunction Junction
4. In Peanuts, Linus and Sally spend halloween night awaiting the arrival of what? The Great Pumpkin
5. Otis Campbell was the lovable town drunk on which TV Sitcom? The Andy Griffith Show
6. Rising to fame when their show started airing in 2007, what is the surname of the couple on the TLC network that famously had a plus eight? Gosselin
7. What 250 lb star of Hairspray shed half of her weight to host a TV talk show? Ricki Lake
8. Which handsome hollywood actor, known for his dapper appearance and distinctive voice, created and hosted The Twilight Zone? Rod Serling
9. Which comic book super hero made a subtle appearance in every single episode of Seinfeld? Superman
2. Pierce Brosnan could not get out of his role in what TV series to play James Bond in 1986? Remington Steele
3. What popular school house rock cartoon sang the praises of tiny connector words like and but and or? Conjunction Junction
4. In Peanuts, Linus and Sally spend halloween night awaiting the arrival of what? The Great Pumpkin
5. Otis Campbell was the lovable town drunk on which TV Sitcom? The Andy Griffith Show
6. Rising to fame when their show started airing in 2007, what is the surname of the couple on the TLC network that famously had a plus eight? Gosselin
7. What 250 lb star of Hairspray shed half of her weight to host a TV talk show? Ricki Lake
8. Which handsome hollywood actor, known for his dapper appearance and distinctive voice, created and hosted The Twilight Zone? Rod Serling
9. Which comic book super hero made a subtle appearance in every single episode of Seinfeld? Superman
8/21/11 Music
1. Which famous guitarist was missing almost all of his middle finger, having lost it in a wood-chopping accident as a child? Jerry Garcia
2. Which female rap duo, originally called Super Nature, added DJ Spinderella and changed their name on their second album? Salt n Peppa
3. What Clash album included the songs Train in Vain and Lost in the Supermarket? London Calling
4. Which ex-Creedence Clearwater Revival singer was sued as a solo artist for plagiarizing himself? John Fogerty
5. Singer Darius Rucker is often erroneously referred to by what name? Hootie (and the Blowfish)
6. Which affirmative British progressive rock band had their biggest hit with "Owner of a Lonely Heart" in 1983? Yes
7. Elton John's "Candle in the Wind" was originally written about which sultry American icon? Marilyn Monroe
8. Which 1986 Bangles hit was written by Prince, under the pseudonym Christopher Tracy? Manic Monday
9. Which Hollywood glam-metal band started as a parody cover band known as Metal Skool? Steel Panther
2. Which female rap duo, originally called Super Nature, added DJ Spinderella and changed their name on their second album? Salt n Peppa
3. What Clash album included the songs Train in Vain and Lost in the Supermarket? London Calling
4. Which ex-Creedence Clearwater Revival singer was sued as a solo artist for plagiarizing himself? John Fogerty
5. Singer Darius Rucker is often erroneously referred to by what name? Hootie (and the Blowfish)
6. Which affirmative British progressive rock band had their biggest hit with "Owner of a Lonely Heart" in 1983? Yes
7. Elton John's "Candle in the Wind" was originally written about which sultry American icon? Marilyn Monroe
8. Which 1986 Bangles hit was written by Prince, under the pseudonym Christopher Tracy? Manic Monday
9. Which Hollywood glam-metal band started as a parody cover band known as Metal Skool? Steel Panther
8/21/11 Movies
1. Which English literature classic served as the basis of Francis Ford Coppola's vietnam war film, Apocalypse Now? Heart of Darkness
2. In the 1983 movie "Risky Business," Tom Cruise's character dances around his parents' house in his skivvies to what song? Old Time Rock n Roll
3. In Clueless, what acting family name is used to describe a good-looking guy? Baldwin
4. Robert DeNiro and Al Pacino have starred together in three films, The Godfather Part II, Righteous Kill, and which 1995 Crime drama? Heat
5. About a starry-eyed, would-be senator, what Jimmy Stewart film is based on the novel The Gentleman from Montana? Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
6. Michel Gondry's stylized film direction first received mainstream acclaim with what film, starring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet? Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
7. Which classic sultry actress famously said of whistling, "you just put your lips together and blow," in the 1944 film To Have and Have Not? Lauren Bacall
8. Which Oscar-winning actress played the psychic Oda Mae Brown in Ghost? Whoopi Goldberg
9. What 70's rock ballad often plays in Wayne's World when Wayne looks at Casandra? Dream Weaver
2. In the 1983 movie "Risky Business," Tom Cruise's character dances around his parents' house in his skivvies to what song? Old Time Rock n Roll
3. In Clueless, what acting family name is used to describe a good-looking guy? Baldwin
4. Robert DeNiro and Al Pacino have starred together in three films, The Godfather Part II, Righteous Kill, and which 1995 Crime drama? Heat
5. About a starry-eyed, would-be senator, what Jimmy Stewart film is based on the novel The Gentleman from Montana? Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
6. Michel Gondry's stylized film direction first received mainstream acclaim with what film, starring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet? Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
7. Which classic sultry actress famously said of whistling, "you just put your lips together and blow," in the 1944 film To Have and Have Not? Lauren Bacall
8. Which Oscar-winning actress played the psychic Oda Mae Brown in Ghost? Whoopi Goldberg
9. What 70's rock ballad often plays in Wayne's World when Wayne looks at Casandra? Dream Weaver
8/21/11 Animals
1. What is unique about the mammal species of monotremes (mono-treems), of which there are only 5 left, including the duck billed platypus? lay eggs
2. What unit of measurement is used to measure a horse's height? Hands
3. What is a shark's skeleton made out of? Cartilage
4. A mule is the offspring of a male donkey and female horse. What is the name of the offspring of a male horse and a female donkey? Hinny
5. In 2006, Vice President Chaney shot a friend in the face while on the hunt for what unarmed animal? Quail
6. A cousin of the mackerel, what migratory fish is named for a spanish word meaning pretty? Bonito
7. A central figure in the Uncle Remus stories, what is the name of the animal trickster, who succeeds by his wits rather than by brawn? Br'er Rabbit
8. In what country would you find more venomous snakes than any other country in the world, including 9 of the top 10 most venomous? Australia
9. From the ancient Greek word for "river horse," which mostly herbivorous mammal is often regarded as one of the most dangerous in Africa? Hippopotamus
2. What unit of measurement is used to measure a horse's height? Hands
3. What is a shark's skeleton made out of? Cartilage
4. A mule is the offspring of a male donkey and female horse. What is the name of the offspring of a male horse and a female donkey? Hinny
5. In 2006, Vice President Chaney shot a friend in the face while on the hunt for what unarmed animal? Quail
6. A cousin of the mackerel, what migratory fish is named for a spanish word meaning pretty? Bonito
7. A central figure in the Uncle Remus stories, what is the name of the animal trickster, who succeeds by his wits rather than by brawn? Br'er Rabbit
8. In what country would you find more venomous snakes than any other country in the world, including 9 of the top 10 most venomous? Australia
9. From the ancient Greek word for "river horse," which mostly herbivorous mammal is often regarded as one of the most dangerous in Africa? Hippopotamus
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
8/14/11 Picture Round - Yearbook Photos
Yearbook Photos.pdf
1. Charlize Theron
2. Hillary Clinton
3. Billy Corgan
4. Marshal Mathers (Eminem)
5. Tina Fey
6. Mariah Carey
7. Katy Perry
8. Renee Zelwegger
9. Calvin Brodis (Snoop Dogg)
10. Travis Barker
1. Charlize Theron
2. Hillary Clinton
3. Billy Corgan
4. Marshal Mathers (Eminem)
5. Tina Fey
6. Mariah Carey
7. Katy Perry
8. Renee Zelwegger
9. Calvin Brodis (Snoop Dogg)
10. Travis Barker
8/14/11 Matching - Literary Canon
Literary Canon.pdf
Harold Bloom's American Canon (Professor at Yale)
1. G The Great Gatsby - F. Scott Fitzgerald
2. D As I Lay Dying - William Faulkner
3. H Lolita - Vladimir Nabokov
4. J The Glass Menagerie - Tennessee Williams
5. A The Sun Also Rises - Ernest Hemingway
6. B The Catcher in the Rye - J.D. Salinger
7. E The Grapes of Wrath - John Steinbeck
8. C Blood Meridian - Cormac McCarthy
9. I Song of Solomon - Toni Morrison
10. F The Crying of Lot 49 - Thomas Pynchon
Harold Bloom's American Canon (Professor at Yale)
1. G The Great Gatsby - F. Scott Fitzgerald
2. D As I Lay Dying - William Faulkner
3. H Lolita - Vladimir Nabokov
4. J The Glass Menagerie - Tennessee Williams
5. A The Sun Also Rises - Ernest Hemingway
6. B The Catcher in the Rye - J.D. Salinger
7. E The Grapes of Wrath - John Steinbeck
8. C Blood Meridian - Cormac McCarthy
9. I Song of Solomon - Toni Morrison
10. F The Crying of Lot 49 - Thomas Pynchon
8/14/11 Science
1. Symbolized by K, over 400 mg of what nutrient can be found in the average banana? Potassium
2. In lasik surgery, what specific part of the eye is reshaped to improve a patient's vision? Cornea
3. Meaning thigh in Latin, what is the largest and strongest bone in the body? Femur
4. Often seen on syringes, the abbreviation cc is short for what unit of measurement? Cubic Centimeters
5. Made from crocus plants, what colorful spice gives the spanish dish paellla it's yellow hue? Saffron
6. Used to regulate blood sugar, insulin is a hormone produced by what organ in the human body? Pancreas
7. From the greek word for "bursting blood," what is the medical term for excessive bleeding? Hemorrhage
8. Commonly associated with batteries, what term describes substances that are not acidic? Alkaline
9. Caused by two separately fertilized eggs, dizygotic twins are more commonly referred to as what? Fraternal
2. In lasik surgery, what specific part of the eye is reshaped to improve a patient's vision? Cornea
3. Meaning thigh in Latin, what is the largest and strongest bone in the body? Femur
4. Often seen on syringes, the abbreviation cc is short for what unit of measurement? Cubic Centimeters
5. Made from crocus plants, what colorful spice gives the spanish dish paellla it's yellow hue? Saffron
6. Used to regulate blood sugar, insulin is a hormone produced by what organ in the human body? Pancreas
7. From the greek word for "bursting blood," what is the medical term for excessive bleeding? Hemorrhage
8. Commonly associated with batteries, what term describes substances that are not acidic? Alkaline
9. Caused by two separately fertilized eggs, dizygotic twins are more commonly referred to as what? Fraternal
8/14/12 Misc
1. What was the name of the commercial supersonic transport that was introduced in 1976 and retired in 2003? The Aerospatiale-BAC Concorde
2. In 2006, UPS implemented a new policy that would save them approximately three million gallons of gas a year by minimizing what? Left hand turns
3. In 2002 what eco friendly organization wrestled the initials WWF from the world wrestling federation? World Wildlife Fund
4. In military jargon, what does G.I. stand for? Government Issue (or galvanized iron)
5. Also known as pignoli, what nut is most commonly combined with basil, garlic, olive oil, and parmesan to make traditional pesto? Pine nut
6. Latin for "you may have the body" what writ does a judge issue for a prisoner to appear in court? Habeas Corpus
7. Although never married herself. Copywriter Frances Gerety coined which famous tag line for Da Beers diamonds? A Diamond is forever
8. Launched in 1931 as Apparel Arts, what magazine is usually referred to as GQ? Gentelman's Quarterly
9. From the french word for revolt, which insubordinate action occurred on the Battleship Potemkin and on the HMS Hermoione (her-my-a-knee)? Mutiny
2. In 2006, UPS implemented a new policy that would save them approximately three million gallons of gas a year by minimizing what? Left hand turns
3. In 2002 what eco friendly organization wrestled the initials WWF from the world wrestling federation? World Wildlife Fund
4. In military jargon, what does G.I. stand for? Government Issue (or galvanized iron)
5. Also known as pignoli, what nut is most commonly combined with basil, garlic, olive oil, and parmesan to make traditional pesto? Pine nut
6. Latin for "you may have the body" what writ does a judge issue for a prisoner to appear in court? Habeas Corpus
7. Although never married herself. Copywriter Frances Gerety coined which famous tag line for Da Beers diamonds? A Diamond is forever
8. Launched in 1931 as Apparel Arts, what magazine is usually referred to as GQ? Gentelman's Quarterly
9. From the french word for revolt, which insubordinate action occurred on the Battleship Potemkin and on the HMS Hermoione (her-my-a-knee)? Mutiny
8/14/11 History
1. Believed to have Nazi sympathies, which famous pilot did FDR refuse to reinstate into the Army Air Corps commission? Charles Lindbergh
2. After serving 6 months in prison, what former mayor ran for a political seat again, using the slogan, "he may not be perfect, but he's perfect for DC?" Marion Barry
3. One of the most famous personal conflicts in American History, who shot and mortally wounded Founding Father Alexander Hamilton in 1804? Aaron Burr
4. Displayed in Red Square, which soviet leaders body gets a chemical bath every 18 months? Vladimir Lenin
5. Which founding father wrote in a letter to a physician friend: "I rise early almost every morning and sit in my chamber, without any clothes whatever, half an hour or an hour, according to the season, either reading or writing."? Ben Franklin
6. Robert F. Kennedy was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan in which infamous Los Angeles hotel? The Ambassador
7. Which record breaking aviation pioneer disappeared over the central Pacific Ocean in 1937? Amelia Earhart
8. In 2004, physicist Robert Wood suggested that what famed disaster was started by meteors, and not by Mrs. O'leary's cow? Great Chicago Fire
9. In 2006, President Bush awkwardly gave a back-rub to Angela Merkel, chancellor of what nation? Germany
2. After serving 6 months in prison, what former mayor ran for a political seat again, using the slogan, "he may not be perfect, but he's perfect for DC?" Marion Barry
3. One of the most famous personal conflicts in American History, who shot and mortally wounded Founding Father Alexander Hamilton in 1804? Aaron Burr
4. Displayed in Red Square, which soviet leaders body gets a chemical bath every 18 months? Vladimir Lenin
5. Which founding father wrote in a letter to a physician friend: "I rise early almost every morning and sit in my chamber, without any clothes whatever, half an hour or an hour, according to the season, either reading or writing."? Ben Franklin
6. Robert F. Kennedy was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan in which infamous Los Angeles hotel? The Ambassador
7. Which record breaking aviation pioneer disappeared over the central Pacific Ocean in 1937? Amelia Earhart
8. In 2004, physicist Robert Wood suggested that what famed disaster was started by meteors, and not by Mrs. O'leary's cow? Great Chicago Fire
9. In 2006, President Bush awkwardly gave a back-rub to Angela Merkel, chancellor of what nation? Germany
8/14/11 Geography
1. If you were hungry in the capital of Hugary, what city would you be hungry in? Budapest
2. Sacred to the aboriginal people in Australia, and known to them as Uluru, what is the more common name of the large sandstone rock formation in the Australian outback? Ayers Rock
3. da Vinci's classic, The Mona Lisa sits in which world famous museum? The Louvre
4. Though they evoke images of songbirds, what spanish islands are actually named for their population of feral dogs? Canary Islands
5. Once represented in Congress by Dick Chaney, what US State has the country's smallest population? Wyoming
6. US Military flights to Antarctica originate in Christchurch, the third largest city in which country? New Zealand
7. The world's first full scale nuclear power plant, calder hall, opened in what country in 1956? England
8. Jewels of Washington State, Seattle and Tacoma lie on what inlet of the Pacific Ocean? Puget Sound
9. Meaning river dweller, tagalog is the national language of which asian island nation? Philippines
2. Sacred to the aboriginal people in Australia, and known to them as Uluru, what is the more common name of the large sandstone rock formation in the Australian outback? Ayers Rock
3. da Vinci's classic, The Mona Lisa sits in which world famous museum? The Louvre
4. Though they evoke images of songbirds, what spanish islands are actually named for their population of feral dogs? Canary Islands
5. Once represented in Congress by Dick Chaney, what US State has the country's smallest population? Wyoming
6. US Military flights to Antarctica originate in Christchurch, the third largest city in which country? New Zealand
7. The world's first full scale nuclear power plant, calder hall, opened in what country in 1956? England
8. Jewels of Washington State, Seattle and Tacoma lie on what inlet of the Pacific Ocean? Puget Sound
9. Meaning river dweller, tagalog is the national language of which asian island nation? Philippines
8/7/11 Picture Round - Corporate Mascots
Corporate Mascots.pdf
1. Exxon
2. Morton
3. Lacoste
4. Travelocity
5. Chiquita
6. Hawaiian Punch
7. Starkist
8. Linux
9. Vlassic
10. Lil Debbie
1. Exxon
2. Morton
3. Lacoste
4. Travelocity
5. Chiquita
6. Hawaiian Punch
7. Starkist
8. Linux
9. Vlassic
10. Lil Debbie
8/7/11 Matching - TV Show Hangouts
TV Show Hangouts.pdf
1. E Monk's - Seinfeld
2. I Merlotte's - True Blood
3. A Chubbie's - Boy Meets World
4. G Arnold's - Grey's Anatomy
5. C Paddy's Pub - It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
6. D Joe's Emerald City Bar - Grey's Anatomy
7. J Anthony's - Sports Night
8. B The Regal Beagle - Three's Company
9. H MacLaren's - How I Met Your Mother
10. F The Warsaw Tavern - Drew Carey Show
1. E Monk's - Seinfeld
2. I Merlotte's - True Blood
3. A Chubbie's - Boy Meets World
4. G Arnold's - Grey's Anatomy
5. C Paddy's Pub - It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
6. D Joe's Emerald City Bar - Grey's Anatomy
7. J Anthony's - Sports Night
8. B The Regal Beagle - Three's Company
9. H MacLaren's - How I Met Your Mother
10. F The Warsaw Tavern - Drew Carey Show
8/7/11 Sports
1. Three types of weapons are used in the sport of fencing, a foil, a sabre, and what? Epee
2. A mixture of iced tea and lemonade is named after a player of what sport? Golf (arnold palmer)
3. Who famously ripped off her jersey after scoring the winning penalty shootout against China in the 1999 Women's World Cup? Brandi Chastain
4. In Tennis, what term is used to describe a 40-40 tie? Deuce
5. What caused a 10 day delay in the 89 world series between Oakland and SF? An Earthquake
6. Succeeding Spalding, which company has supplied MLB with their baseballs since 1977 Rawlings
7. Originally called blue ribbon sports, what shoe company took off when a track coach poured rubber into a waffle iron? Nike
8. Who, in 1958, became the youngest grandmaster chess player ever at the age of 15 1/2? Bobby Fischer
9. Which sports team's mascot is a fat, furry, green creature that somewhat resembles a bird called the Phanatic? Philadelphia Phillies
2. A mixture of iced tea and lemonade is named after a player of what sport? Golf (arnold palmer)
3. Who famously ripped off her jersey after scoring the winning penalty shootout against China in the 1999 Women's World Cup? Brandi Chastain
4. In Tennis, what term is used to describe a 40-40 tie? Deuce
5. What caused a 10 day delay in the 89 world series between Oakland and SF? An Earthquake
6. Succeeding Spalding, which company has supplied MLB with their baseballs since 1977 Rawlings
7. Originally called blue ribbon sports, what shoe company took off when a track coach poured rubber into a waffle iron? Nike
8. Who, in 1958, became the youngest grandmaster chess player ever at the age of 15 1/2? Bobby Fischer
9. Which sports team's mascot is a fat, furry, green creature that somewhat resembles a bird called the Phanatic? Philadelphia Phillies
8/7/11 Seinfeld
1. What was Kramer's first name? Cosmo
2. What temperamental chef ousted Elaine from a popular lunch spot? The Soup Nazi
3. What kind of candy did Kramer and Jerry drop in Elaine's boyfriend during surgery? Junior Mint
4. What was the first name of the girl Jerry dated that rhymed with a female body part, who he incorrectly called Mulva? Delores
5. What was Jerry's nemisis, Neman's employment? Mail carrier
6. In the famous episode, "The Contest," the gang enters into a contest to determine who can go the longest without doing what? Masturbating
7. What does Kramer name his chicken, who he later finds out is a rooster and enters into cockfights? Little Jerry Seinfeld (Or Little Jerry)
8. What causes Susan, George's fiance, to become ill and die in Season 7? Licking wedding envelopes
9. What oscar nominated actor does George mistakenly think his used Chrysler LeBaron belonged to? Jon Voigt
2. What temperamental chef ousted Elaine from a popular lunch spot? The Soup Nazi
3. What kind of candy did Kramer and Jerry drop in Elaine's boyfriend during surgery? Junior Mint
4. What was the first name of the girl Jerry dated that rhymed with a female body part, who he incorrectly called Mulva? Delores
5. What was Jerry's nemisis, Neman's employment? Mail carrier
6. In the famous episode, "The Contest," the gang enters into a contest to determine who can go the longest without doing what? Masturbating
7. What does Kramer name his chicken, who he later finds out is a rooster and enters into cockfights? Little Jerry Seinfeld (Or Little Jerry)
8. What causes Susan, George's fiance, to become ill and die in Season 7? Licking wedding envelopes
9. What oscar nominated actor does George mistakenly think his used Chrysler LeBaron belonged to? Jon Voigt
8/7/11 Science
1. What term refers to the lowest possible temperature? Absolute zero
2. What do the small cells found in the blood stream called platelets, do when exposed to air? clot
3. Employed to treat heart conditions, what liquid is also used to make explosives? nitroglycerine
4. Causing liquid to act as an elastic sheet, what property allows insects to walk on water? Surface tension
5. What element is the best conductor of electricity? Silver
6. Which part of the human body requires the most oxygen, using 20% of the total oxygen consumption? The brain
7. An Isotope is a variant of an atom which have differing numbers of what? Neutrons
8. Which famous contemporary scientist wrote the best seller A Brief History of Time? Stephen Hawking
9. What is the substance dihydrogen monoxide more commonly known as? Water
2. What do the small cells found in the blood stream called platelets, do when exposed to air? clot
3. Employed to treat heart conditions, what liquid is also used to make explosives? nitroglycerine
4. Causing liquid to act as an elastic sheet, what property allows insects to walk on water? Surface tension
5. What element is the best conductor of electricity? Silver
6. Which part of the human body requires the most oxygen, using 20% of the total oxygen consumption? The brain
7. An Isotope is a variant of an atom which have differing numbers of what? Neutrons
8. Which famous contemporary scientist wrote the best seller A Brief History of Time? Stephen Hawking
9. What is the substance dihydrogen monoxide more commonly known as? Water
8/7/11 Movies
1. What is the name of the camp where the campers are murdered in the original Friday the 13th? Camp Crystal Lake
2. What is the term used to describe stylish crime dramas, usually emphasizing cynical attitudes and sexual motivations? Film Noir
3. What is the only thing that nine-year-old, Ralphie Parker wants for Christmas in "A Christmas Story?" A Red Ryder BB Gun
4. What character has been portrayed by Lee Meriweather, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Halle Berry? Catwoman
5. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost followed up Shawn of the Dead with what cop action spoof? Hot Fuzz
6. In Stephen Spielberg's 1977 sci-fi classic A Close Encounter of the Third Kind, what was the method by which the humans finally communicated with the aliens? light and sound
7. Gary Busey received his only Academy Award nomination for a biopic portraying whom? Buddy Holly
8. The 1987 Sylvester Stallone film "Over the Top" centered around what kind of competition? Arm Wrestling
9. Which 1984 action-romantic comedy has Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner on an adventure searching for "El Corazon?" Romancing the Stone
2. What is the term used to describe stylish crime dramas, usually emphasizing cynical attitudes and sexual motivations? Film Noir
3. What is the only thing that nine-year-old, Ralphie Parker wants for Christmas in "A Christmas Story?" A Red Ryder BB Gun
4. What character has been portrayed by Lee Meriweather, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Halle Berry? Catwoman
5. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost followed up Shawn of the Dead with what cop action spoof? Hot Fuzz
6. In Stephen Spielberg's 1977 sci-fi classic A Close Encounter of the Third Kind, what was the method by which the humans finally communicated with the aliens? light and sound
7. Gary Busey received his only Academy Award nomination for a biopic portraying whom? Buddy Holly
8. The 1987 Sylvester Stallone film "Over the Top" centered around what kind of competition? Arm Wrestling
9. Which 1984 action-romantic comedy has Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner on an adventure searching for "El Corazon?" Romancing the Stone
7/31/11 Matching - Airport Names
Airport Names to City.pdf
1. E John Wayne - Santa Ana
2. J O'Hare - Chicago
3. G Will Rogers - Oklahoma City
4. A Lambert - St. Louis
5. F Sky Harbor - Phoenix
6. C Edward Lawrence Logan - Boston
7. B Ronald Reagan - Washington DC
8. I Bob Hope - Burbank
9. D McCarran - Las Vegas
10. H TF Green - Providence
1. E John Wayne - Santa Ana
2. J O'Hare - Chicago
3. G Will Rogers - Oklahoma City
4. A Lambert - St. Louis
5. F Sky Harbor - Phoenix
6. C Edward Lawrence Logan - Boston
7. B Ronald Reagan - Washington DC
8. I Bob Hope - Burbank
9. D McCarran - Las Vegas
10. H TF Green - Providence
7/31/11 Picture Round - Olympians
Olympians.pdf
1. Jackie Joyner-Kersee
2. Carl Lewis
3. Michael Phelps
4. Sean White
5. Mary Lou Retton
6. Greg Louganis
7. Shawn Johnson
8. Jesse Owens
9. Kerri Strug
10. Tommie Smith
1. Jackie Joyner-Kersee
2. Carl Lewis
3. Michael Phelps
4. Sean White
5. Mary Lou Retton
6. Greg Louganis
7. Shawn Johnson
8. Jesse Owens
9. Kerri Strug
10. Tommie Smith
7/31/11 Television
1. On South Park, what is written on Kenny's father's hat? Scotch
2. What channel was created in 1979 to televise live proceedings of Congress? CSPAN
3. One of the most successful of the 80's, which sitcom produced the spin-off "A Different World?" Cosby Show
4. Which iconic comedic actor played a main character's father in both Seinfeld and The King of Queens? Jerry Stiller
5. Which horror/fantasy themed show aired on Nickelodeon from 1990-2000? Are You Afraid of the Dark
6. Which late 90's ABC sitcom was based on a character in the Archie comic books? Sabrina the Teenage Witch
7. Paul Lynde, Joan Rivers and Whoopi Goldberg all fulfilled the same role on which TV show? Hollywood Squares
8. The original cast of Saturday Night Live consisted of John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, Garett Morris, Laraine Newman, Gilda Radner and whom? Chevy Chase
9. Which actress was nominated for a daytime emmy award 18 times before she finally won? Susan Lucci
2. What channel was created in 1979 to televise live proceedings of Congress? CSPAN
3. One of the most successful of the 80's, which sitcom produced the spin-off "A Different World?" Cosby Show
4. Which iconic comedic actor played a main character's father in both Seinfeld and The King of Queens? Jerry Stiller
5. Which horror/fantasy themed show aired on Nickelodeon from 1990-2000? Are You Afraid of the Dark
6. Which late 90's ABC sitcom was based on a character in the Archie comic books? Sabrina the Teenage Witch
7. Paul Lynde, Joan Rivers and Whoopi Goldberg all fulfilled the same role on which TV show? Hollywood Squares
8. The original cast of Saturday Night Live consisted of John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, Garett Morris, Laraine Newman, Gilda Radner and whom? Chevy Chase
9. Which actress was nominated for a daytime emmy award 18 times before she finally won? Susan Lucci
7/31/11 Science
1. What is the most common gas in the earth's atmosphere? nitrogen
2. Which planet is the closest to the sun in our solar system? Mercury
3. What is the name of the chronic sleep disorder, characterized by an excessive urge to sleep in inappropriate times? Narcolepsy
4. The first vaccine, developed by English physician Edward Jenner in 1796, protected people against what disease? Smallpox
5. Recently researchers at Montana University have concluded that which commonly known species of dinosaur didn't exist, and was actually an adolescent Torasaurus? Triceratops
6. In June of 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to do what? Go into space
7. What is Scottish Scientist and Nobel laureate Alexander Fleming credited with? Discovery of Penicillin
8. Which state of matter has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume? Gas
9. It is estimated that 70-80% of the oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere is produced by what? Algae
2. Which planet is the closest to the sun in our solar system? Mercury
3. What is the name of the chronic sleep disorder, characterized by an excessive urge to sleep in inappropriate times? Narcolepsy
4. The first vaccine, developed by English physician Edward Jenner in 1796, protected people against what disease? Smallpox
5. Recently researchers at Montana University have concluded that which commonly known species of dinosaur didn't exist, and was actually an adolescent Torasaurus? Triceratops
6. In June of 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to do what? Go into space
7. What is Scottish Scientist and Nobel laureate Alexander Fleming credited with? Discovery of Penicillin
8. Which state of matter has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume? Gas
9. It is estimated that 70-80% of the oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere is produced by what? Algae
7/31/11 Music
1. Thom Yorke is the lead singer for which grammy winning band? Radiohead
2. Which multiplatinum recording artist's mother played a neighbor on "The Jeffersons?" Lenny Kravitz
3. Which iconic soul singer/songwriter was fatally shot by his father in April of 1984? Marvin Gaye
4. The band, The Eagles, started as a backing band for which solo artist? Linda Ronstadt
5. What is the name of the electronic musical instrument that is "played" by never touching the instrument, but moving your hands above it to control pitch and volume? Theramin
6. What be-bop pioneer was recognizable for his upturned trumpet and chubby cheeks? Dizzy Gillespie
7. Nicknamed slowhand, what legendary guitarist is the only three time inductee into the rock n roll hall of fame? Eric Clapton
8. ZZ top is easily recognized because of Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill's beards. What is the third, unbearded member's name? Frank Beard
9. Andrew Ridgeley was half of which 80's new wave duo? Wham!
2. Which multiplatinum recording artist's mother played a neighbor on "The Jeffersons?" Lenny Kravitz
3. Which iconic soul singer/songwriter was fatally shot by his father in April of 1984? Marvin Gaye
4. The band, The Eagles, started as a backing band for which solo artist? Linda Ronstadt
5. What is the name of the electronic musical instrument that is "played" by never touching the instrument, but moving your hands above it to control pitch and volume? Theramin
6. What be-bop pioneer was recognizable for his upturned trumpet and chubby cheeks? Dizzy Gillespie
7. Nicknamed slowhand, what legendary guitarist is the only three time inductee into the rock n roll hall of fame? Eric Clapton
8. ZZ top is easily recognized because of Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill's beards. What is the third, unbearded member's name? Frank Beard
9. Andrew Ridgeley was half of which 80's new wave duo? Wham!
7/31/11 Misc
1. What is the name of the mascot for Mad Magazine? Alfred E Newman
2. How many furlongs are in one mile? 8
3. What does HMS stand for, the prefix of Royal Navy ship names since 1789? Her Majesty's Ship
4. Found in red wine, what bitter substance comes from grapes and barrels? Tannin
5. Open for calls between thanksgiving and christmas, what company hosts the turkey talk-line? Butterball
6. In what country did disney open it's first international theme park in 1983? Japan
7. Legendary magician and escape artist Erik Weisz performed under which stage name? Harry Houdini
8. Name the hollywood wife that wrote "Hollywood Wives" Jackie Collins
9. How many times was Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor married between her first in 1950, and her last, ending in 1996? Seven
2. How many furlongs are in one mile? 8
3. What does HMS stand for, the prefix of Royal Navy ship names since 1789? Her Majesty's Ship
4. Found in red wine, what bitter substance comes from grapes and barrels? Tannin
5. Open for calls between thanksgiving and christmas, what company hosts the turkey talk-line? Butterball
6. In what country did disney open it's first international theme park in 1983? Japan
7. Legendary magician and escape artist Erik Weisz performed under which stage name? Harry Houdini
8. Name the hollywood wife that wrote "Hollywood Wives" Jackie Collins
9. How many times was Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor married between her first in 1950, and her last, ending in 1996? Seven
7/31/11 Movies
1. What is the name of the camp where the campers are murdered in the original Friday the 13th? Camp Crystal Lake
2. What is the term used to describe stylish crime dramas, usually emphasizing cynical attitudes and sexual motivations? Film Noir
3. What is the only thing that nine-year-old, Ralphie Parker wants for Christmas in "A Christmas Story?" A Red Ryder BB Gun
4. What character has been portrayed by Lee Meriweather, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Halle Berry? Catwoman
5. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost followed up Shawn of the Dead with what cop action spoof? Hot Fuzz
6. In Stephen Spielberg's 1977 sci-fi classic, what was the method by which the humans finally communicated with the aliens? light and sound
7. Gary Busey received his only Academy Award nomination for a biopic portraying whom? Buddy Holly
8. The 1987 Sylvester Stallone film "Over the Top" centered around what kind of competition? Arm Wrestling
9. Which 1984 action-romantic comedy has Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner on an adventure searching for "El Corazon?" Romancing the Stone
2. What is the term used to describe stylish crime dramas, usually emphasizing cynical attitudes and sexual motivations? Film Noir
3. What is the only thing that nine-year-old, Ralphie Parker wants for Christmas in "A Christmas Story?" A Red Ryder BB Gun
4. What character has been portrayed by Lee Meriweather, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Halle Berry? Catwoman
5. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost followed up Shawn of the Dead with what cop action spoof? Hot Fuzz
6. In Stephen Spielberg's 1977 sci-fi classic, what was the method by which the humans finally communicated with the aliens? light and sound
7. Gary Busey received his only Academy Award nomination for a biopic portraying whom? Buddy Holly
8. The 1987 Sylvester Stallone film "Over the Top" centered around what kind of competition? Arm Wrestling
9. Which 1984 action-romantic comedy has Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner on an adventure searching for "El Corazon?" Romancing the Stone
7/31/11 History
1. Which General became the 18th President after leading the Union Army to victory during the Civil War? Ulysses S Grant
2. In American history, what is important about the date December 7, 1941? The attack on Pearl Harbor
3. Who's attention was John Hinkley trying to catch when he shot at Ronald Reagan in 1981? Jodie Foster
4. The RMS Titanic set sail for New York in April 1912 from which English city? Southampton
5. Which country sold The Louisiana Purchase to the United States in the early 1800's? France
6. How was Adolf Hitler's life ended in September 1945? Suicide
7. The fictional character of Count Dracula is said to be inspired by which 15th century prince? Vlad the Impaler
8. In the mid to late 70's, the tyrannical Khemer Rouge regime targeted intellectuals and buddhists, and essentially attempted genocide in which country? Cambodia
9. Ratified on August 18, 1920, what was the subject of the Nineteenth Amendment to the US constitution? Suffrage, or a women's right to vote
2. In American history, what is important about the date December 7, 1941? The attack on Pearl Harbor
3. Who's attention was John Hinkley trying to catch when he shot at Ronald Reagan in 1981? Jodie Foster
4. The RMS Titanic set sail for New York in April 1912 from which English city? Southampton
5. Which country sold The Louisiana Purchase to the United States in the early 1800's? France
6. How was Adolf Hitler's life ended in September 1945? Suicide
7. The fictional character of Count Dracula is said to be inspired by which 15th century prince? Vlad the Impaler
8. In the mid to late 70's, the tyrannical Khemer Rouge regime targeted intellectuals and buddhists, and essentially attempted genocide in which country? Cambodia
9. Ratified on August 18, 1920, what was the subject of the Nineteenth Amendment to the US constitution? Suffrage, or a women's right to vote
7/31/11 Geography
1. For what event was Seattle's major landmark "The Space Needle" built? 1962 World's fair
2. What is the only wonder of the ancient world that still exists today? The Great Pyraid of Giza
3. Which two bodies of water are connected by the Suez Canal? Mediterranean and Red Seas
4. What warm whether garment is named for the pacific island chain, where the us first tested the h bomb? Bikini
5. In which state is Cook County, the second most populous county in the United States, behind LA? Illinois
6. The word Bushu-suru was coined after George Bush Sr. became ill and vomited in which country? Japan
7. What is the smallest country in the world, at only 2/10 of a square mile? Vatican City
8. 70-80% of the world's freshwater can be found where? Glaciers
9. The famous frozen tundra of Lambeau field is located in which state? Wisconsin
2. What is the only wonder of the ancient world that still exists today? The Great Pyraid of Giza
3. Which two bodies of water are connected by the Suez Canal? Mediterranean and Red Seas
4. What warm whether garment is named for the pacific island chain, where the us first tested the h bomb? Bikini
5. In which state is Cook County, the second most populous county in the United States, behind LA? Illinois
6. The word Bushu-suru was coined after George Bush Sr. became ill and vomited in which country? Japan
7. What is the smallest country in the world, at only 2/10 of a square mile? Vatican City
8. 70-80% of the world's freshwater can be found where? Glaciers
9. The famous frozen tundra of Lambeau field is located in which state? Wisconsin
7/24/11 Matching - Inventors
Inventors.pdf
1. F Eli Whitney - Cotton Gin
2. B Alfred Nobel - Dynamite
3. I George de Mestral - Velcro
4. A Stephanie Kwolek - Kevlar
5. J Hans Lipperhey - Telescope
6. C Johannes Gutenberg - Printing Press
7. H Louis-Sebastien Lenormand - Parachute
8. E Elias Howe - Sewing Machine
9. D Thomas Crapper - Ballcock
10. G Thomas Edison - Phonograph
1. F Eli Whitney - Cotton Gin
2. B Alfred Nobel - Dynamite
3. I George de Mestral - Velcro
4. A Stephanie Kwolek - Kevlar
5. J Hans Lipperhey - Telescope
6. C Johannes Gutenberg - Printing Press
7. H Louis-Sebastien Lenormand - Parachute
8. E Elias Howe - Sewing Machine
9. D Thomas Crapper - Ballcock
10. G Thomas Edison - Phonograph
7/24/11 Picture Round - Disney Characters
Disney Characters.pdf
1. Flik - A Bugs Life
2. Abu - Aladdin
3. Smee - Peter Pan
4. Baloo - Jungle Book
5. Timon - Lion King
6. Madam Mim - Sword in the Stone
7. Friar Tuck - Robin Hood
8. Penny - Bolt
9. Cruella De Ville - 101 Dalmations
10. Sebastian - Little Mermaid
1. Flik - A Bugs Life
2. Abu - Aladdin
3. Smee - Peter Pan
4. Baloo - Jungle Book
5. Timon - Lion King
6. Madam Mim - Sword in the Stone
7. Friar Tuck - Robin Hood
8. Penny - Bolt
9. Cruella De Ville - 101 Dalmations
10. Sebastian - Little Mermaid
7/24/11 Video Games
1. What is the first piece of fruit to appear on the screen in the classic Pac-Man? Cherry
2. In his first video game appearance ever (Donkey Kong) what was Mario's name? Jumpman
3. Released in 1984, which russian video game is one of the most prolific of all time? Tetris
4. Solid Snake is the protagonist in which video game series? Metal Gear
5. Which non-card based game has come free with the windows operating system since Windows 3.1? Minesweeper
6. With regard to gaming, what does RPG stand for? Role playing game
7. How many fret buttons are on the guitar controller in the game "Guitar Hero?" Five
8. A part of which gaming franchise was dubbed "The Hot Coffee mod," that allowed players to have sex with their in-game girlfriends and record sex tapes? Grand Theft Auto
9. Which video game console originally came with the game "Altered Beast," and later with "Sonic the Hedgehog?" Sega Genesis
2. In his first video game appearance ever (Donkey Kong) what was Mario's name? Jumpman
3. Released in 1984, which russian video game is one of the most prolific of all time? Tetris
4. Solid Snake is the protagonist in which video game series? Metal Gear
5. Which non-card based game has come free with the windows operating system since Windows 3.1? Minesweeper
6. With regard to gaming, what does RPG stand for? Role playing game
7. How many fret buttons are on the guitar controller in the game "Guitar Hero?" Five
8. A part of which gaming franchise was dubbed "The Hot Coffee mod," that allowed players to have sex with their in-game girlfriends and record sex tapes? Grand Theft Auto
9. Which video game console originally came with the game "Altered Beast," and later with "Sonic the Hedgehog?" Sega Genesis
7/24/11 Television
1. On South Park, what is written on Kenny's father's hat? Scotch
2. What channel was created in 1979 to televise live proceedings of Congress? CSPAN
3. One of the most successful of the 80's, which sitcom produced the spin-off "A Different World?" Cosby Show
4. Which iconic comedic actor played a main character's father in both Seinfeld and The King of Queens? Jerry Stiller
5. Which horror/fantasy themed show aired on Nickelodeon from 1990-2000? Are You Afraid of the Dark
6. Which late 90's ABC sitcom was based on a character in the Archie comic books? Sabrina the Teenage Witch
7. Paul Lynde, Joan Rivers and Whoopi Goldberg all fulfilled the same role on which TV show? Hollywood Squares
8. The original cast of Saturday Night Live consisted of John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, Garett Morris, Laraine Newman, Gilda Radner and whom? Chevy Chase
9. Which actress was nominated for a daytime emmy award 18 times before she finally won for her role on All My Children? Susan Lucci
2. What channel was created in 1979 to televise live proceedings of Congress? CSPAN
3. One of the most successful of the 80's, which sitcom produced the spin-off "A Different World?" Cosby Show
4. Which iconic comedic actor played a main character's father in both Seinfeld and The King of Queens? Jerry Stiller
5. Which horror/fantasy themed show aired on Nickelodeon from 1990-2000? Are You Afraid of the Dark
6. Which late 90's ABC sitcom was based on a character in the Archie comic books? Sabrina the Teenage Witch
7. Paul Lynde, Joan Rivers and Whoopi Goldberg all fulfilled the same role on which TV show? Hollywood Squares
8. The original cast of Saturday Night Live consisted of John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, Garett Morris, Laraine Newman, Gilda Radner and whom? Chevy Chase
9. Which actress was nominated for a daytime emmy award 18 times before she finally won for her role on All My Children? Susan Lucci
7/24/11 Science
1. What is the most common gas in the earth's atmosphere? nitrogen
2. Which planet is the closest to the sun in our solar system? Mercury
3. What is the name of the chronic sleep disorder, characterized by an excessive urge to sleep in inappropriate times? Narcolepsy
4. The first vaccine, developed by English physician Edward Jenner in 1796, protected people against what disease? Smallpox
5. Recently researchers at Montana University have concluded that which commonly known species of dinosaur didn't exist, and was actually an adolescent Torasaurus? Triceratops
6. In June of 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to do what? Go into space
7. What is Scottish Scientist and Nobel laureate Alexander Fleming credited with? Discovery of Penicillin
8. Which state of matter has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume? Gas
9. It is estimated that 70-80% of the oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere is produced by what? Algae
2. Which planet is the closest to the sun in our solar system? Mercury
3. What is the name of the chronic sleep disorder, characterized by an excessive urge to sleep in inappropriate times? Narcolepsy
4. The first vaccine, developed by English physician Edward Jenner in 1796, protected people against what disease? Smallpox
5. Recently researchers at Montana University have concluded that which commonly known species of dinosaur didn't exist, and was actually an adolescent Torasaurus? Triceratops
6. In June of 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to do what? Go into space
7. What is Scottish Scientist and Nobel laureate Alexander Fleming credited with? Discovery of Penicillin
8. Which state of matter has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume? Gas
9. It is estimated that 70-80% of the oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere is produced by what? Algae
7/24/11 Music
1. Which infamous producer created the music production technique known as "the Wall of Sound?" Phil Spector
2. The title of the 1978 debut from which new wave band asked the question: "Are we not Men?" Devo
3. Stefani Germanotta is better known by which stage name? Lady Gaga
4. Which band got it's name from a term used by Allied aircraft pilots in WW II to describe UFO's and other unknown aerial phenomena? Foo Fighters
5. The music video for "Here It Goes Again" featured the band members of what band performing choreographed maneuvers on treadmills? OK Go
6. Trying to show up Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue, what is it rumored that Ozzy Osbourne snorted a line of? Ants
7. Dubbed the "King of Ragtime," who composed some of the most recognizable ragtime pieces, such as "Maple Leaf Rag," and "The Entertainer?" Scott Joplin
8. What was the name of the country supergroup, composed of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson? The Highwaymen
9. Which jazz singer/singer songwriter is the daughter of famous sitar player Ravi Shankar, perhaps best known for his association with George Harrison? Norah Jones
2. The title of the 1978 debut from which new wave band asked the question: "Are we not Men?" Devo
3. Stefani Germanotta is better known by which stage name? Lady Gaga
4. Which band got it's name from a term used by Allied aircraft pilots in WW II to describe UFO's and other unknown aerial phenomena? Foo Fighters
5. The music video for "Here It Goes Again" featured the band members of what band performing choreographed maneuvers on treadmills? OK Go
6. Trying to show up Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue, what is it rumored that Ozzy Osbourne snorted a line of? Ants
7. Dubbed the "King of Ragtime," who composed some of the most recognizable ragtime pieces, such as "Maple Leaf Rag," and "The Entertainer?" Scott Joplin
8. What was the name of the country supergroup, composed of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson? The Highwaymen
9. Which jazz singer/singer songwriter is the daughter of famous sitar player Ravi Shankar, perhaps best known for his association with George Harrison? Norah Jones
7/24/11 Movies
1. In the original Star Wars trilogy, who played Lando Calrissian? Billy Dee Williams
2. What kind of burger does Jules take a bite of while retrieving Marcelus Wallace's briefcase from the young men in Pulp Fiction? Big Kahuna Burger
3. Who starred as Private Chris Taylor in Oliver Stone's Vietnam War Film classic, Platoon? Charlie Sheen
4. His first color film, which Alfred Hitchcock film was notable for taking place in real time and was edited as to appear as a single continuous shot? Rope
5. Which Spanish starlet joined the cast of the Pirates of the Caribbean cast for 2011's installment, On Stranger Tides? Penelope Cruz
6. What is the name of the evil corporation responsible for creating the monsters in the Resident Evil franchise? Umbrella Corporation
7. Which Spike Lee film sees him playing the character of Mookie, a pizza delivery boy for Sal's Famous Pizzaria? Do The Right Thing
8. Fans of which baseball franchise were upset with Jimmy Fallon and Drew Berrymore when they shot the ending scenes of Fever Pitch on the field after a very important win?
9. In 2010, who was the first performer to win both a best acting Oscar, and a worst performance Razzie in the same year? Sandra Bullock (Blindside & All About Steve)
2. What kind of burger does Jules take a bite of while retrieving Marcelus Wallace's briefcase from the young men in Pulp Fiction? Big Kahuna Burger
3. Who starred as Private Chris Taylor in Oliver Stone's Vietnam War Film classic, Platoon? Charlie Sheen
4. His first color film, which Alfred Hitchcock film was notable for taking place in real time and was edited as to appear as a single continuous shot? Rope
5. Which Spanish starlet joined the cast of the Pirates of the Caribbean cast for 2011's installment, On Stranger Tides? Penelope Cruz
6. What is the name of the evil corporation responsible for creating the monsters in the Resident Evil franchise? Umbrella Corporation
7. Which Spike Lee film sees him playing the character of Mookie, a pizza delivery boy for Sal's Famous Pizzaria? Do The Right Thing
8. Fans of which baseball franchise were upset with Jimmy Fallon and Drew Berrymore when they shot the ending scenes of Fever Pitch on the field after a very important win?
9. In 2010, who was the first performer to win both a best acting Oscar, and a worst performance Razzie in the same year? Sandra Bullock (Blindside & All About Steve)
7/24/11 Geography
1. In which country would you find the city of Transylvania? Romania
2. The city of Detroit sits on which great lake? Huron
3. Which country is the world's largest producer of maple syrup? Canada
4. In which city is watching fish-throwing at Pike Place market a popular tourist attraction? Seattle
5. Where would you currently find the London Bridge that was designed by engineer John Rennie in 1825? Lake Havasu, AZ
6. Nairobi is the capital of what country? Kenya
7. Which tens of thousands of years old landmark can be found in Los Angeles' Hancock Park? La Brea Tar Pits (La Brea means "the tar")
8. In which major U.S. City would you find the sculpture "Cloud Gate, by British artist "Anish Kapoor? Chicago
9. Which "Lost City of the Incas" can be found nearly 8,000 feet above sea level above the Urubamba Valley in Peru? Machu Picchu
2. The city of Detroit sits on which great lake? Huron
3. Which country is the world's largest producer of maple syrup? Canada
4. In which city is watching fish-throwing at Pike Place market a popular tourist attraction? Seattle
5. Where would you currently find the London Bridge that was designed by engineer John Rennie in 1825? Lake Havasu, AZ
6. Nairobi is the capital of what country? Kenya
7. Which tens of thousands of years old landmark can be found in Los Angeles' Hancock Park? La Brea Tar Pits (La Brea means "the tar")
8. In which major U.S. City would you find the sculpture "Cloud Gate, by British artist "Anish Kapoor? Chicago
9. Which "Lost City of the Incas" can be found nearly 8,000 feet above sea level above the Urubamba Valley in Peru? Machu Picchu
7/17/11 Picture Round - Doctors
Doctors.pdf
1. Doctor Ruth
2. Dr. Dre
3. Doc Holiday
4. Dr. No
5. Dwight "Doc" Gooden
6. Julius "Dr J" Erving
7. Dr. Doom
8. Dr. Seuss
9. Dr. Who
10. Dr. John
1. Doctor Ruth
2. Dr. Dre
3. Doc Holiday
4. Dr. No
5. Dwight "Doc" Gooden
6. Julius "Dr J" Erving
7. Dr. Doom
8. Dr. Seuss
9. Dr. Who
10. Dr. John
7/17/11 Matching Round - Cover Songs
Cover Songs.pdf
1. E I Love Rock N Roll - Joan Jett - Originally Arrows
2. H Lake of Fire - Nirvana - Originally Meat Puppets
3. B Me & Bobby McGee - Janis Joplin - Originally Kris Kristofferson
4. F Hard to Handle - Black Crows - Originally Otis Redding
5. A Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis - Originally Carl Perkins
6. D Red Red Wine - UB40 - Originally Neil Diamond
7. C Tainted Love - Soft Cell - Originally Gloria Jones
8. J I Fought the Law - Clash - Originally The Crickets
9. G I Want Candy - Bow Wow Wow - Originally The Strangeloves
10. I Hey Joe - Jimi Hendrix - Originally The Leaves
1. E I Love Rock N Roll - Joan Jett - Originally Arrows
2. H Lake of Fire - Nirvana - Originally Meat Puppets
3. B Me & Bobby McGee - Janis Joplin - Originally Kris Kristofferson
4. F Hard to Handle - Black Crows - Originally Otis Redding
5. A Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis - Originally Carl Perkins
6. D Red Red Wine - UB40 - Originally Neil Diamond
7. C Tainted Love - Soft Cell - Originally Gloria Jones
8. J I Fought the Law - Clash - Originally The Crickets
9. G I Want Candy - Bow Wow Wow - Originally The Strangeloves
10. I Hey Joe - Jimi Hendrix - Originally The Leaves
7/17/11 Simpsons
1. Who composed the theme to The Simpsons? Danny Elfman
2. Who is Mr Burns' assistant? (first and last) Waylon Smithers
3. What is the name of the secret society that Homer joins in the episode, "Homer the Great?" Stonecutters
4. What is the name of the rival town adjacent to Springfield? Shelbyville
5. Who voices Bart's nemesis, Sideshow Bob? Kelsey Grammer
6. What is Milhouse's last name? VanHouten
7. Where did Homer and Bart first find and adopt their dog, Santa's Little Helper? The dogtrack
8. What is the name of Springfield's minor league baseball team? The Isotopes
9. What does Bart name his pet elephant that he wins from a radio contest? Stampy
2. Who is Mr Burns' assistant? (first and last) Waylon Smithers
3. What is the name of the secret society that Homer joins in the episode, "Homer the Great?" Stonecutters
4. What is the name of the rival town adjacent to Springfield? Shelbyville
5. Who voices Bart's nemesis, Sideshow Bob? Kelsey Grammer
6. What is Milhouse's last name? VanHouten
7. Where did Homer and Bart first find and adopt their dog, Santa's Little Helper? The dogtrack
8. What is the name of Springfield's minor league baseball team? The Isotopes
9. What does Bart name his pet elephant that he wins from a radio contest? Stampy
7/17/11 Science
1. What is the most common gas in the earth's atmosphere? nitrogen
2. Which planet is the closest to the sun in our solar system? Mercury
3. What is the name of the chronic sleep disorder, characterized by an excessive urge to sleep in inappropriate times? Narcolepsy
4. The first vaccine, developed by English physician Edward Jenner in 1796, protected people against what disease? Smallpox
5. Recently researchers at Montana University have concluded that which commonly known species of dinosaur didn't exist, and was actually an adolescent Torasaurus? Triceratops
6. In June of 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to do what? Go into space
7. What is Scottish Scientist and Nobel laureate Alexander Fleming credited with? Discovery of Penicillin
8. Which state of matter has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume? Gas
9. It is estimated that 70-80% of the oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere is produced by what? Algae/Plankton
2. Which planet is the closest to the sun in our solar system? Mercury
3. What is the name of the chronic sleep disorder, characterized by an excessive urge to sleep in inappropriate times? Narcolepsy
4. The first vaccine, developed by English physician Edward Jenner in 1796, protected people against what disease? Smallpox
5. Recently researchers at Montana University have concluded that which commonly known species of dinosaur didn't exist, and was actually an adolescent Torasaurus? Triceratops
6. In June of 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to do what? Go into space
7. What is Scottish Scientist and Nobel laureate Alexander Fleming credited with? Discovery of Penicillin
8. Which state of matter has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume? Gas
9. It is estimated that 70-80% of the oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere is produced by what? Algae/Plankton
7/17/11 U.S. Presidents
1. What food did George Bush Sr. famously say he would no longer eat? Broccoli
2. Who was the only Catholic U.S. President? JFK
3. Richard Nixon resigned his presidency in August of 1974 because of which scandal? Watergate
4. What was Ronald Reagan's favorite candy? Jelly beans
5. How many presidents have been assassinated while in office? 4 lincoln, garfield, mckinley, jfk
6. Bill Clinton was described as "the MTV president" by some conservative detractors, after playing saxophone on which TV show? The Arsenio Hall Show
7. Who was the only president to serve who was not elected by voters as either President or Vice President? Gerald Ford (Nixon appointed him vp, then became president when Nixon resigned)
8. George W. Bush is the second President to follow in the footsteps of his father. Who was the first Father/Son team to serve as president? John Quincy Adams & John Adams
9. Name one of the two comic books that current president Barack Obama collects. Spider Man & Conan the Barbarian
2. Who was the only Catholic U.S. President? JFK
3. Richard Nixon resigned his presidency in August of 1974 because of which scandal? Watergate
4. What was Ronald Reagan's favorite candy? Jelly beans
5. How many presidents have been assassinated while in office? 4 lincoln, garfield, mckinley, jfk
6. Bill Clinton was described as "the MTV president" by some conservative detractors, after playing saxophone on which TV show? The Arsenio Hall Show
7. Who was the only president to serve who was not elected by voters as either President or Vice President? Gerald Ford (Nixon appointed him vp, then became president when Nixon resigned)
8. George W. Bush is the second President to follow in the footsteps of his father. Who was the first Father/Son team to serve as president? John Quincy Adams & John Adams
9. Name one of the two comic books that current president Barack Obama collects. Spider Man & Conan the Barbarian
7/17/12 Music
1. Which infamous producer created the music production technique known as "the Wall of Sound?" Phil Spector
2. The title of the 1978 debut from which new wave band asked the question: "Are we not Men?" Devo
3. Stefani Germanotta is better known by which stage name? Lady Gaga
4. Which band got it's name from a term used by Allied aircraft pilots in WW II to describe UFO's and other unknown aerial phenomena? Foo Fighters
5. The music video for "Here It Goes Again" featured the band members of what band performing choreographed maneuvers on treadmills? OK Go
6. Trying to show up Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue, what is it rumored that Ozzy Osbourne snorted a line of? Ants
7. Dubbed the "King of Ragtime," who composed some of the most recognizable ragtime pieces, such as "Maple Leaf Rag," and "The Entertainer?" Scott Joplin
8. What was the name of the country supergroup, composed of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson? The Highwaymen
9. Which jazz singer/singer songwriter is the daughter of famous sitar player Ravi Shankar, perhaps best known for his association with George Harrison? Norah Jones
2. The title of the 1978 debut from which new wave band asked the question: "Are we not Men?" Devo
3. Stefani Germanotta is better known by which stage name? Lady Gaga
4. Which band got it's name from a term used by Allied aircraft pilots in WW II to describe UFO's and other unknown aerial phenomena? Foo Fighters
5. The music video for "Here It Goes Again" featured the band members of what band performing choreographed maneuvers on treadmills? OK Go
6. Trying to show up Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue, what is it rumored that Ozzy Osbourne snorted a line of? Ants
7. Dubbed the "King of Ragtime," who composed some of the most recognizable ragtime pieces, such as "Maple Leaf Rag," and "The Entertainer?" Scott Joplin
8. What was the name of the country supergroup, composed of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson? The Highwaymen
9. Which jazz singer/singer songwriter is the daughter of famous sitar player Ravi Shankar, perhaps best known for his association with George Harrison? Norah Jones
7/17/11 Movies
1. Patrick Bateman is the main character in what controversial 2000 film? American Psycho
2. Forest Whitaker won Best Actor for his portrayal of Idi Amin in which 2006 film? The Last King of Scotland
3. Who was the subject of the 2004 biopic, The Aviator? Howard Hughes
4. Which Oscar-winning actor wrote and directed the 1996 film That Thing You Do? Tom Hanks
5. Before American Graffiti and Star Wars, what was George Lucas' first directed feature film? THX 1138
6. Which two-time Oscar winning actor co-founded the Tribeca Film Festival to revitalize New York's film economy after the 9/11 attacks? Robert De Niro
7. The famous monologue by boxer Jake LaMotta in Raging Bull, where he claims he "coulda been a contender," was borrowed from which 1954 Marlon Brando film? On the Waterfront
8. What was the first full length animated feature produced by Walt Disney Productions? Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
9. In the 20th anniversary edition of E.T., Steven Spielberg digitally replaced the the guns in the hands of the federal agents with what? Walkie-Talkies.
2. Forest Whitaker won Best Actor for his portrayal of Idi Amin in which 2006 film? The Last King of Scotland
3. Who was the subject of the 2004 biopic, The Aviator? Howard Hughes
4. Which Oscar-winning actor wrote and directed the 1996 film That Thing You Do? Tom Hanks
5. Before American Graffiti and Star Wars, what was George Lucas' first directed feature film? THX 1138
6. Which two-time Oscar winning actor co-founded the Tribeca Film Festival to revitalize New York's film economy after the 9/11 attacks? Robert De Niro
7. The famous monologue by boxer Jake LaMotta in Raging Bull, where he claims he "coulda been a contender," was borrowed from which 1954 Marlon Brando film? On the Waterfront
8. What was the first full length animated feature produced by Walt Disney Productions? Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
9. In the 20th anniversary edition of E.T., Steven Spielberg digitally replaced the the guns in the hands of the federal agents with what? Walkie-Talkies.
7/17/11 Books and Literature
1. The Artful Dodger is a character in which Charles Dickens classic? Oliver Twist
2. Which English story writer and novelist was awarded the nobel prize in literature, and is probably best remembered for his collection of short stories, The Jungle Book? Rudyard Kipling
3. What was the name given to the area that was settled by Hobbits in Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy, and The Hobbit? The Shire
4. Who wrote the Pulitzer Prize winning play "A Streetcar Named Desire?" Tennessee Williams
5. Considered by some to be the first non-fiction novel, which Truman Capote novel detailed a 1959 quadruple murder by two paroled ex-cons? In Cold Blood
6. Which author holds the record for the best selling writer of books of all time, with two of her most popular characters being Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple? Agatha Christie
7. According to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, what is the Ultimate Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, The Universe, and Everything? 42
8. Holden Caufield is the angsty protagonist in which classic novel? The Catcher in the Rye
9. Which was the last of the three ghosts to visit Ebenezer Scrooge in Dickens' "A Christmas Carol?" The Ghost of Christmas yet to come
2. Which English story writer and novelist was awarded the nobel prize in literature, and is probably best remembered for his collection of short stories, The Jungle Book? Rudyard Kipling
3. What was the name given to the area that was settled by Hobbits in Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy, and The Hobbit? The Shire
4. Who wrote the Pulitzer Prize winning play "A Streetcar Named Desire?" Tennessee Williams
5. Considered by some to be the first non-fiction novel, which Truman Capote novel detailed a 1959 quadruple murder by two paroled ex-cons? In Cold Blood
6. Which author holds the record for the best selling writer of books of all time, with two of her most popular characters being Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple? Agatha Christie
7. According to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, what is the Ultimate Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, The Universe, and Everything? 42
8. Holden Caufield is the angsty protagonist in which classic novel? The Catcher in the Rye
9. Which was the last of the three ghosts to visit Ebenezer Scrooge in Dickens' "A Christmas Carol?" The Ghost of Christmas yet to come
7/10/11 Matching Round - Movie Remakes
Movie Remakes.pdf
1. F Vanilla Sky - Abre Los Ojos
2. J The Departed - Internal Affairs
3. A You've Got Mail - The Shop Around the Corner
4. H Disturbia - Rear Window
5. I I Am Legend - The Last Man on Earth
6. D Mean Machine - The Longest Yard
7. B Point of No Return - La Femme Nikita
8. G Quarantine - Rec
9. C 10 Things I Hate About You - Taming of the Shrew
10. E Meet Joe Black - Death Takes a Holiday
1. F Vanilla Sky - Abre Los Ojos
2. J The Departed - Internal Affairs
3. A You've Got Mail - The Shop Around the Corner
4. H Disturbia - Rear Window
5. I I Am Legend - The Last Man on Earth
6. D Mean Machine - The Longest Yard
7. B Point of No Return - La Femme Nikita
8. G Quarantine - Rec
9. C 10 Things I Hate About You - Taming of the Shrew
10. E Meet Joe Black - Death Takes a Holiday
7/10/11 Picture Round - TV Moms
TV Moms.pdf
1. Angela Bower (Who's the Boss)
2. Claire Huxtable (Cosby Show)
3. June Cleaver (Leave it to beaver)
4. Marion Cunningham (Happy Days)
5. Nancy Botwin (Weeds)
6. Kitty Forman (That 70's show)
7. Carmela Soprano (Sopranos)
8. Peggy Bundy (Married With Children)
9. Edith Bunker (All in the family)
10. Florida Evans (Good Times)
1. Angela Bower (Who's the Boss)
2. Claire Huxtable (Cosby Show)
3. June Cleaver (Leave it to beaver)
4. Marion Cunningham (Happy Days)
5. Nancy Botwin (Weeds)
6. Kitty Forman (That 70's show)
7. Carmela Soprano (Sopranos)
8. Peggy Bundy (Married With Children)
9. Edith Bunker (All in the family)
10. Florida Evans (Good Times)
7/10/11 Television
1. Who replaced Phil Hartman on News Radio after his tragic death? Jon Lovitz
2. Bruce Willis and Cybil Shephard starred together in which TV show? Moonlighting
3. What is the name of the sitcom with the characters Hot Lips Houlihan, Hawkeye Pierce, and Trapper John? MASH
4. In Star Trek, by what nickname is Dr. Leonard McCoy better known? Bones
5. On Sex and the City, what was Miranda Hobbes' career? Lawyer
6. What was the name of the research project that installed all the hatches and equipment on the island in Lost? Dharma initiative
7. On the TV show Cheers, what was bartender Sam Malone's previous occupation? Pitcher for the Red Sox
8. On what TV show did Erik Estrada play Frank Poncherello? CHiPs
9. What is the name of the bar that Peter Griffin and friends frequent on Family Guy? The Drunken Clam
2. Bruce Willis and Cybil Shephard starred together in which TV show? Moonlighting
3. What is the name of the sitcom with the characters Hot Lips Houlihan, Hawkeye Pierce, and Trapper John? MASH
4. In Star Trek, by what nickname is Dr. Leonard McCoy better known? Bones
5. On Sex and the City, what was Miranda Hobbes' career? Lawyer
6. What was the name of the research project that installed all the hatches and equipment on the island in Lost? Dharma initiative
7. On the TV show Cheers, what was bartender Sam Malone's previous occupation? Pitcher for the Red Sox
8. On what TV show did Erik Estrada play Frank Poncherello? CHiPs
9. What is the name of the bar that Peter Griffin and friends frequent on Family Guy? The Drunken Clam
7/10/11 Sports
1. Other than a pawn, which other chess piece can make the first move? Knight
2. What substance do sumo wrestlers spread in the ring before a bout? salt
3. To receive points in bull riding, the rider must stay atop the bull for how many seconds? 8
4. Winning them all in consecutive years, how many times did Lance Armstrong win the Tour de France? 7
5. In scrabble, which two tiles are worth 8 points? X and J
6. Mike Tyson was disqualified from a 1997 boxing match for biting who's ear? Evander Holyfield
7. What olympic sport has been given the nickname "Chess on ice?" Curling
8. In Baseball, "The Deuce" is a nickname for what kind of a pitch? Curveball
9. In a sport originating in Finland that takes place annually there in early July, a man must carry what through a 253 m obstacle course while carrying what? Their wife
2. What substance do sumo wrestlers spread in the ring before a bout? salt
3. To receive points in bull riding, the rider must stay atop the bull for how many seconds? 8
4. Winning them all in consecutive years, how many times did Lance Armstrong win the Tour de France? 7
5. In scrabble, which two tiles are worth 8 points? X and J
6. Mike Tyson was disqualified from a 1997 boxing match for biting who's ear? Evander Holyfield
7. What olympic sport has been given the nickname "Chess on ice?" Curling
8. In Baseball, "The Deuce" is a nickname for what kind of a pitch? Curveball
9. In a sport originating in Finland that takes place annually there in early July, a man must carry what through a 253 m obstacle course while carrying what? Their wife
7/10/11 Music
1. The Wailers were the backing band for which artist? Bob Marley
2. Chris Gaines is the alter ego of which multi platinum selling artist? Garth Brooks
3. Straight Outta Lynwood was the first top ten record for what grammy winning and gold and platinum selling artist? Weird Al
4. Lady Day was the nickname of what iconic jazz singer? Billie Holiday
5. According to Kanye West, which artist has the best music video of all time? Beyonce
6. Whitney Houston had a huge hit with "I Will Always Love You," which was written and originally performed by whom? Dolly Parton
7. What was the name of Buddy Holly's band? The Crickets
8. Brothers Jake and Elwood fronted which American soul revivalist band until the death of Jake in 1982? Blues Brothers
9. "Every Picture Tells a Story" was the first number 1 album for which singer? Rod Stewart
2. Chris Gaines is the alter ego of which multi platinum selling artist? Garth Brooks
3. Straight Outta Lynwood was the first top ten record for what grammy winning and gold and platinum selling artist? Weird Al
4. Lady Day was the nickname of what iconic jazz singer? Billie Holiday
5. According to Kanye West, which artist has the best music video of all time? Beyonce
6. Whitney Houston had a huge hit with "I Will Always Love You," which was written and originally performed by whom? Dolly Parton
7. What was the name of Buddy Holly's band? The Crickets
8. Brothers Jake and Elwood fronted which American soul revivalist band until the death of Jake in 1982? Blues Brothers
9. "Every Picture Tells a Story" was the first number 1 album for which singer? Rod Stewart
7/10/12 Movies
1. Which sporting event does the 2009 film Invictus center around? Rugby World Cup
2. Also a colloquial term for the police force, what was the name of the Errol Morris documentary that helped exonerate Randall Adams, who sat on death row? The Thin Blue Line
3. Which movie was released as Vaselina in Venezuela? Grease
4. What is the name of Harry Potter's snowy owl? Hedwig
5. In Avatar, what is name of the precious metal being mined on Pandora? Unobtanium
6. Who played Martin Riggs in the Lethal Weapon franchise? Mel Gibson
7. Which fictional character has been portrayed by Alex Baldwin, Harrison Ford and Ben Affleck? Jack Ryan (tom clanky movies)
8. Which animated duo starred in the feature The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, and the short films The Wrong Trousers, A Close Shave, and others? Wallace and Gromit
9. What is the name of Leni Riefenstah's most famous film, made at the 1934 Nuremberg congress of the Nazi Party? Triumph of the Will
2. Also a colloquial term for the police force, what was the name of the Errol Morris documentary that helped exonerate Randall Adams, who sat on death row? The Thin Blue Line
3. Which movie was released as Vaselina in Venezuela? Grease
4. What is the name of Harry Potter's snowy owl? Hedwig
5. In Avatar, what is name of the precious metal being mined on Pandora? Unobtanium
6. Who played Martin Riggs in the Lethal Weapon franchise? Mel Gibson
7. Which fictional character has been portrayed by Alex Baldwin, Harrison Ford and Ben Affleck? Jack Ryan (tom clanky movies)
8. Which animated duo starred in the feature The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, and the short films The Wrong Trousers, A Close Shave, and others? Wallace and Gromit
9. What is the name of Leni Riefenstah's most famous film, made at the 1934 Nuremberg congress of the Nazi Party? Triumph of the Will
7/10/11 Misc
1. What is currently the highest denomination bill printed in the US? $100
2. What color is Superman's cape? Red
3. Commonly known as Dr. Death, what is the name of the Dr. that served eight years in prison for helping terminal patients end their life on their own terms? Jacob "Jack" Kevorkian
4. Which artist's artwork is showcased in the book Wall and Piece? Banksy
5. How many is there in a baker's dozen? 13
6. What is the term used to describe blood or marks in locations corresponding to the crucifixion of christ? Stigmata
7. The seeds of a cilantro plant are a common culinary seasoning, called what? Coriander
8. How many universities make up the conference of Ivy League schools? 8
9. What 2-word term describes the bonding that can occur between hostages and their captors? Stockholm Syndrome
2. What color is Superman's cape? Red
3. Commonly known as Dr. Death, what is the name of the Dr. that served eight years in prison for helping terminal patients end their life on their own terms? Jacob "Jack" Kevorkian
4. Which artist's artwork is showcased in the book Wall and Piece? Banksy
5. How many is there in a baker's dozen? 13
6. What is the term used to describe blood or marks in locations corresponding to the crucifixion of christ? Stigmata
7. The seeds of a cilantro plant are a common culinary seasoning, called what? Coriander
8. How many universities make up the conference of Ivy League schools? 8
9. What 2-word term describes the bonding that can occur between hostages and their captors? Stockholm Syndrome
6/3/12 Matching Round - Actor - Oscar Win
Actor Oscar Win.pdf
1. D Robert Duval - Tender Mercies
2. J Dustin Hoffman - Kramer vs. Kramer
3. F Christopher Walken - The Deer Hunter
4. I Natalie Portman - Black Swan
5. H Kate Winslett - The Reader
6. B Robert De Niro - The Godfather II
7. A Jack Nicholson - Terms of Endearment
8. C Katherine Hepburn - On Golden Pond
9. E Frances McDormand - Fargo
10. G Hillary Swank - Boys Don't Cry
1. D Robert Duval - Tender Mercies
2. J Dustin Hoffman - Kramer vs. Kramer
3. F Christopher Walken - The Deer Hunter
4. I Natalie Portman - Black Swan
5. H Kate Winslett - The Reader
6. B Robert De Niro - The Godfather II
7. A Jack Nicholson - Terms of Endearment
8. C Katherine Hepburn - On Golden Pond
9. E Frances McDormand - Fargo
10. G Hillary Swank - Boys Don't Cry
6/3/11 Picture Round - American Heros
American Heros.pdf
1. Neil Armstrong
2. Rosa Parks
3. Caesar Chavez
4. Jackie Robinson
5. MLK
6. Paul Revere
7. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger
8. Frederick Douglas
9. Lincoln
10. George S Patton
1. Neil Armstrong
2. Rosa Parks
3. Caesar Chavez
4. Jackie Robinson
5. MLK
6. Paul Revere
7. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger
8. Frederick Douglas
9. Lincoln
10. George S Patton
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