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| WW2BAM - ROUND 1 - QUESTIONS | ANSWER |
|---|---|
| In the 1997 film "Donnie Brasco," Johnnie Depp memorably explains the varied nuances of what mob phrase? | "FORGET ABOUT IT!" |
| Which of these oft-quoted movie lines was originally spoken by Dustin Hoffman? | "I'M WALKING HERE!" |
| On a football field,the 50-yard line is located how many feet from either team's goal line? | 150 FEET |
| As those who observe it well know, lent traditionally lasts how long? | 40 DAYS |
| The moon is roughly how far from the Earth? | 240,000 MILES |
| Haley's comet, which last appeared in and will next return in 2061, takes how long to orbit the sun? | 75 YEARS |
| According to its commercial jingle, consumers are advised to use what amount of Daisy sour cream? | A DOLLOP |
| In "The Princess Bride",the vengeful Inigo Montoya seeks a murderer who has what? | SIX FINGERS |
| What is a bodega? | A SMALL GROCERY STORE |
| In the 2010 sequel "Tron:Legacy," Jeff Bridges reprises his 1982 role in "Tron" as a man transformed into what? | A COMPUTER PROGRAM |
| The original cover art of the children's classic "Charlotte's Web" features all but which of the following? | A TOAD |
| In the 1995 comedy "Tommy Boy," Chris Farley ruins David Spade's clothes as he sings, "Fat guy in" what? | A LITTLE COAT |
| What punny prize is doled out each year by real Nobel laureates to highlight unusual research? | IG NOBEL |
| The catastrophic 2010 BP oil spill resulted from the explosion of an offshore drilling rig with what name? | DEEPWATER HORIZON |
| Typically flavored with caraway seeds,which of these spirits derives its name from the Latin for "water of life"? | AQUAVIT |
| The American Dialect Society's 2006 Word of the Year "to pluto" something means to do what to it? | DEVALUE IT |
| Established in 1990, the James Beard Foundation Awards recognizes excellency in which of these fields? | CUISINE |
| Because they lack extra strokes on their letters, fonts like "Arial" and "Helvetica" are called "sans" what? | SERIF |
| Which of these sheet music notations directs a musician to play "lovingly"? | AMOROSO |
| By definition, an analgesic is a type of medication intended primarily to do what? | RELIEVE PAIN |
| The word "aide," used generally to refer to an assistant,is short for what longer French expression? | AIDE-DE-CAMP |
| Introduced in 1987,Viking is a popular high-end brand of which of these household items? | COOKING RANGES |
| What hit TV series' pilot was a two-hour movie titled "Panic at Malibu Pier"? | BAYWATCH |
| In 1835, Charles Darwin spent five weeks observing the indigenous life on what chain of islands? | THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS |
| Known for its spiciness,what Italian pasta sauce has a name that literally translates to "Brother Devil"? | FRA DIAVOLO |
| What 2010 movie prominently features a mythical beast called a kraken? | CLASH OF THE TITANS |
| Before becoming a successful film director, Rob Reiner played Michael Stivic on what classic sitcom? | ALL IN THE FAMILY |
| Produced in France since 1849, Cointreau is a popular liquor with what distinctive flavor? | ORANGE |
| Reflecting its owners' religious faith, what fashion retailer prints "John 3:16" on its yellow shopping bags? | FOREVER 21 |
| For several seasons, Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper have helped contestants on what reality TV show? | THE BIGGEST LOSER |
| Launched in 1964, Kellogg's pop tarts were named for "pop art," a movement popularized by whom? | ANDY WARHOL |
| In 1587, Mary Queen of Scots was beheaded for her part in a plot to assassinate which British monarch? | ELIZABETH I |
| Whose NY Times obituary noted that "his fashion and portrait photographs helped define America's image of style"? | RICHARD AVEDON |
| In humans,the trachea is a tube that runs in front of what other body part? | ESOPHAGUS |
| The 2007 finance book "Grande Expectations," chronicles what U.S. company's stock prices? | STARBUCKS |
| Which of the following is the title of a 1963 Marvin Gaye song and not a phrase commonly uttered by courtroom attorneys? | CAN I GET A WITNESS |
| In geometry, which of these measurements applies only to circles and not triangles? | CIRCUMFERENCE |
| UGG, a trendy brand that specializes in sheepskin boots, originated in what country? | AUSTRALIA |
| Represented by a set of scales,what sign of the zodiac is derived from the Latin word for "pound"? | LIBRA |
| In which of these locations would a redcap most likely work? | RAILROAD STATION |
| Winner of seventeen James Beard awards, "Saveur" magazine primarily covers what topic? | CUISINE |
| The Tasman Sea is part of what ocean? | PACIFIC |
| Which of these chart-topping albums was recorded by an "American Idol" champion? | SOME HEARTS |
| "Saltimbocca," the name of a flavorful Italian veal dish, means what in English? | JUMP IN THE MOUTH |
| In 2011,a Utah KFC controversially donated $1 for every giant soda sold to help cure what sugar-sensitive disease? | DIABETES |
| Built to mark the 2,500th anniversary of the Persian Empire,the Azadi Tower is a landmark in what capital city? | TEHRAN |
| What French phrase, meaning "equal to," is commonly used to refer to foreign nannies? | AU PAIR |
| Which of these stars is not among the few to have won an Emmy, Oscar, Grammy, and Tony? | JULIE ANDREWS |
| The head chef of a restaurant is often assisted by a person with what title? | SOUS-CHEF |
| In 1983,February 11th was declared "National Inventors' Day," fittingly the birthday of what great American? | THOMAS EDISON |
| Traditionally,s'mores are made by sandwiching chocolate and marshmallows between what? | GRAHAM CRACKERS |
| Since 2003,what company has employed the advertising slogan "Imagination at work"? | GENERAL ELECTRIC |
| On the 2010 Fortune Global 500 list of the world's largest companies,3 of the top 4 are in what sector? | OIL |
| Commonly used as seating in restaurants,banquettes are what type of furniture? | PADDED BENCHES |
| By definition, which of these vessels is a canoe? | KAYAK |
| Having nothing to do with their political views, what sport features players labeled as right and left wing? | HOCKEY |
| In a memorable scene from "Beverly Hills Cop," what does Detective Axel Foley use to disable a car? | BANANAS |
| In which of these sports does the clock count up rather than down? | SOCCER |
| What kitchen utensil is often found in four-sided and six-sided versions? | GRATER |
| Shel Silverstein spent over 3 years on the bestseller lists with his 1981 book "A Light in the" what? | ATTIC |
| Which of these objects is not part of the contraption at the center of the board game "Mouse Trap?" | BICYCLE |
| Which of these superstar superheroes,when properly spelled,has a hyphen before the "man"? | SPIDERMAN |
| Inspiring a character in a Robert Redford film,Buck Brannaman is known for his ability to "whisper" to what animals? | HORSES |
| By definition,Angora wool comes from one of two animals:the Angora goat or the Angora what? | RABBIT |
| Which of these winged creatures is not featured in the U.S. postal stamp series "Pollination"? | EAGLE |
| Created in the Chesapeake Bay area,Old Bay seasoning was meant to go with what type of food? | SEAFOOD |
| The name of a popular menu item at Taco Bell, "gordita" is a Spanish word that literally means what? | FATTY |
| An article on slate.com titled "Frying Nemo" determines whether what animals can truly feel pain? | FISH |
| In a 2008 interview, who did Oprah ask, "If you could take it back, would you still jump on the sofa?" | TOM CRUISE |
| The name of what headgear is derived from an old Persian term meaning "to tie"? | TURBAN |
| Though it sounds like a movie awards category,which of these is the name of a hotel chain? | BEST WESTERN |
| Which of these is not a type of jewelry, but rather a device for monitoring alcohol consumption? | SCRAM BRACELET |
| When kissed,which of these landmarks is said to endow visitors with the "gift of gab"? | BLARNEY STONE |
| "He's got crazy flipper fingers" and "Never tilts at all" are lyrics from a 1969 song by The Who titled what? | PINBALL WIZARD |
| What Tony-winning Broadway musical features a cast of risque, R-rated puppets? | AVENUE Q |
| Before he hit it big, what singer composed the famous ad jingle, "I'm stuck on BandAid"? | BARRY MANILOW |
| On the classic TV series "Welcome Back Kotter" what subject did Mr. Kotter teach? | SOCIAL STUDIES |
| At the beginning of a game of chess,what pieces occupy the four corners of the board? | ROOKS |
| According to a 2001 study at Sydney University, belly button lint is most likely what color? | BLUE |
| The classic Burberry check is a famous plaid pattern that features all but which of these colors? | EMERALD |
| In 1667, the Dutch traded Manhattan for the tiny Indonesian island of Rum, valuable for its abundance of what spice? | NUTMEG |
| Because people aren't using it much, what term was scrapped from the New Oxford American Dictionary in 2005? | INFORMATION SUPERHIGHWAY |
| Which of the following words was spelled backwards in the movie and novel "The Shining"? | MURDER |
| A popular style of music,the blues takes its name from a shortened form of what phrase? | BLUE DEVILS |
| According to an old nautical expression, when facing a difficult time you should do what to the hatches? | BATTEN DOWN |
| The monthly magazine "Cuesport" is primarily targeted toward enthusiasts of what game? | POOL |
| In 2010, "Survivor:Nicaragua" was won by Jud Birza,a 21-year-old male model with with apt nickname? | FABIO |
| The subject of a much-publicized hoax in 2009, 6-year old Falcon Heene was better known in the media as what? | BALLOON BOY |
| Famous for its 18th-century architecture,the historic neighborhood "Society Hill" lies in what city? | PHILADELPHIA |
| In the U.S., the Sherwin-Williams company is the largest producer of what product? | PAINT |
| Made popular by men in the 50s, what hairstyle is named after a French mistress from the 1700s? | POMPADOUR |
| A person who is fighting imaginary opponents is said to be "tilting at a" what? | WINDMILLS |
| In 2004, who spawned a rubber-bracelet trend by selling yellow wristwear to raise money for charity? | LANCE ARMSTRONG |
| After Russia, what is the largest country in the world by land area? | CANADA |
| Made with a beefy patty,an egg and beetroot,the McDonald's Kiwiburger has only been sold in what country? | NEW ZEALAND |
| Popular in India, paneer is a type of what food? | CHEESE |
| Passed by Congress in 1798, the Sedition Act focused on what problem? | TREASONOUS ACTIVITY |
| The largest of the all parrots, the hyacinth macaw's plumage is what distinctive color? | DEEP BLUE |
| Mary Magdalene is often depicted as having what color hair, a detail that provides a key clue in "The Da Vinci Code?" | RED |
| "Hold Me Closer,Tony Danza," a 2007 book about misheard song lyrics,references a song by whom? | ELTON JOHN |
| In the novel "A Tale of Two Cities," Madame Defarge spends most of her time doing what? | KNITTING |
| In the act that incited WWI,Serbian Gavrilo Princip assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914 in what city? | SARAJEVO |
| In the Schoolhouse Rock cartoon "Conjunction Function," individual words are portrayed on what? | TRAIN CARS |
| Which of these fast food chains specializes in burgers known as "sliders"? | MCDONALD'S |
| What restaurant chain is famous for its trademarked Horsey Sauce? | ARBYS |
| The phrase "Quality is Our Recipe" is part of the logo of what fast-food chain? | KFC |
| In real estate listings, the common acronym "FSBO" means "for sale" what? | BY OWNER |
| On a man's jacket, "notch" and "peak" are two common styles of what? | LAPELS |
| What is the real first name of movie director Spike Lee? | SHELTON |
| THE SEC is a government agency that was established in response to what national event? | 1929 STOCK MARKET CRASH |
| Due to the way the player's legs move,the difficult soccer maneuver known as a "scissors kick" is also called a what? | BICYCLE KICK |
| Like the tomato, which of the following is usually considered to be a vegetable but is really a fruit? | ZUCCINI |
| The movie "Steel Magnolias" is often credited with a surge in popularity of what type of cake,popular in the South? | RED VELVET CAKE |
| The feel-good adjective "Cabraesque" is derived from the last name of a famous what? | MOVIE DIRECTOR |
| Found in Asia and Africa,jackals belong to the same family as what domesticated animals? | DOGS |
| The TV series "Ugly Betty" is set at the offices of what fictional "Vogue-like" magazine? | MODE |
| In the song "Folsum Prison Blues," Johnny Cash claims, "I shot a man in Reno" for what callous reason? | JUST TO WATCH HIM DIE |
| Super-bowl winning coach Jimmy Johnson made his debut on what reality TV show in 2010? | SURVIVOR |
| Who is Michael Buble? | GRAMMY-WINNING SINGER |
| A toilet plunger's rubber head is an effective "mute" for which of these musical instruments? | TRUMPET |
| The dinar is the official currency of several countries in what region of the world? | MIDDLE EAST |
| Because it doesn't contain yeast,which of these breads is considered a quick bread? | CORN BREAD |
| Which of these healthy edibles is a type of algae? | KELP |
| Marketed as a low-fat food, what cereal brand "challenges" consumers to "drop a jean size in 2 weeks"? | SPECIAL K |
| Which of these was not a member of the original cast of "Saturday Night Live"? | BILL MURRAY |
| Which of these U.S. cities is named after an ancient Greek city, not a Native American tribe? | SYRACUSE |
| In which of these cities are you most likely to "suck the heads" at a traditional crawfish boil with friends? | NEW ORLEANS |
| Which of these newspapers is published the farthest west? | LOS ANGELES TIMES |
| Which of these illnesses is caused by a bacteria,not a virus? | STREP THROAT |
| Because it is primarily spread through saliva,what illness is popularly known as the "kissing disease"? | MONONUCLEOSIS |
| By definition, what does a gamekeeper keep? | ANIMALS |
| Often dubbed "the St.Tropez of South America," Punta del Este is an upscale resort located where? | URUGUAY |
| In a casino, someone who brings bad luck to a winning table is known as a what? | COOLER |
| Between the ages of 6 and 10,President Obama resided primarily in what country? | INDONESIA |
| At Chinese restaurants,which of these menu items is traditionally deep-fried? | EGG ROLL |
| "The Wicker Man, the Weather Man, and the Family man" are all films starring what lead man? | NICOLAS CAGE |
| In the 2009 movie "The Hangover," what eccentric celeb cameos as the owner of a stolen tiger? | MIKE TYSON |
| Because it was the highest point on the Ohio & Erie Canal,what city's name derives from the Greek word for "high place"? | AKRON |
| In the 2010 movie "Shutter Island," Shutter Island is primarily home to what? | MENTAL INSTITUTION |
| Which of these Charlie Chaplin movies was intended to make fun of Adolph Hitler? | THE GREAT DICTATOR |
| Prior to becoming a world famous Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli had what occupation? | LAWYER |
| Deadly Nadders, Hideous Zipplebacks and Gronckles are feared creatures in what 2010 movie? | HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON |
| In movies, what actor has twice portrayed Dr. Alex Cross, the hero of several James Patterson movies? | MORGAN FREEMAN |
| Often seen in postcards of Paris,the historic Pont-Neuf is what type of structure? | BRIDGE |
| Which of these is not an example of static electricity at work? | A CELL PHONE CHARGING |
| The 2010 "Under the Boardwalk" documentary tracks the evolution and popularity of which classic board game? | MONOPOLY |
| Paleontologists believe that which of these prehistoric animals were likely covered in feathers? | VELOCIRAPTOR |
| Pectin,a water-soluble carbohydrate,is an important ingredient in which of the following? | JELLY |
| The Broadway musical "American Idiot" is a stage adaptation of a popular album by what band? | GREEN DAY |
| The Web site IDoNowIDont.com is a marketplace for buying and selling secondhand what? | ENGAGEMENT RINGS |
| In what U.S. state would you find the American Indian pueblo of Zuni? | NEW MEXICO |
| A lover of learning, as of 2010 James Franco has enrolled in all but which of these universities? | HARVARD |
| In criminal law, a plea of "nolo contendre" is more commonly known as a plea of "no" what? | CONTEST |
| In 2010,Robert Halderman was sentenced to six months in jail for attempting to blackmail what late night comic? | DAVID LETTERMAN |
| Though scientists can now simulate the process,what milk's preparation traditionally involved churning? | BUTTERMILK |
| Which of these classic board games is designed for the youngest age group? | CHUTES AND LADDERS |
| In their campy 70s act, members of the Village People typically dressed like all but which of these people? | FIREFIGHTER |
| Web sites like WallStreetJournal.com charge for some of their content by keeping it behind a so-called what? | PAY WALL |
| Many scientists have reported that what malodorous cheese is as attractive to mosquitoes as human feet? | LIMBURGER |
| The Italian word "piazza" means what? | OPEN SQUARE |
| The "O" in Irish names like "O'Neill" and "O'Casey"comes from "ua",an Irish word meaning what? | GRANDSON |
| In 2010, a British government official praised which of these TV actresses as a curvy role model for women? | CHRISTINA HENDRICKS |
| According to the title of a popular folk song, what animal is "in the Straw"? | TURKEY |
| In 2011,what late night funnyman consented to an on-air beard shaving by Will Ferrell? | CONAN O'BRIEN |
| The 2010 movie "The Social Network" tells the real-life story of the young founders of what wildly popular website? | |
| What is the singular form of the word "criteria"? | CRITERION |
| On dress shirts,button-down,spread and tab are popular types of what? | COLLAR |
| Developed by an elementary school teacher, Airborne is a popular herbal remedy that aims to do what? | FIGHT OFF COLDS |
| Orzo is a type of Italian pasta shaped like what? | GRAINS OF RICE |
| Which of these actresses shares her name with a common shade of brown? | SIENNA MILLER |
| Candy made from fruits and nuts bound in starch and dusted with sugar is known as what kind of "delight"? | TURKISH |
| Created by a college professor, what is the CORRECT order when typing the original emoticon for a smiley face? | COLON, DASH, PARENTHESES |
| "World Without End" is the title of the 2007 follow-up to what author's best-selling "Pillars of the Earth"? | KEN FOLLETT |
| The 2010 memoir "Confessions of a Prairie Bitch" was written by an actress who played what bratty TV character? | NELLIE OLESON |
| Which of these U.S. states has a postal abbreviation whose letters are not in alphabetical order? | NEW MEXICO |
| For years, the Slim-Fast slogan was a "shake for breakfast, a shake for lunch, and then a " what for dinner? | SENSIBLE DINNER |
| Named for a line of eighteenth century kings, Georgian architecture originated in what country? | ENGLAND |
| Which "Dancing With the Stars" professional shares their name with a well-known brand of vodka? | KARINA SMIRNOFF |
| What MLB team has gone longer without winning the World Series than any other franchise in history? | CHICAGO CUBS |
| What book of the Bible derives its name from the Greek word for "creation"? | GENESIS |
| Often governing the use of music,books and films acquired online,"DRM" stands for what kind of "Management"? | DIGITAL RIGHTS |
| The gossip Web site wwtdd.com or "What Would Tyler Durden Do?" references a character from what film? | FIGHT CLUB |
| Which of these animals is a marsupial? | WOMBAT |
| In business, what phrase is used to describe traditional companies that do not exist purely on the Internet? | BRICK AND MORTAR |
| Introduced by infomercial legend Ron Popeil,GLH Formula Number 9 offers a solution to what problem? | THINNING HAIR |
| A statue of what movie character stands near the base of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art? | ROCKY BALBOA |
| In what classic comedy does a confused Steve Martin memorably exclaim "Those aren't pillows!"? | PLANES,TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES |
| Aimed at worn-out parents,the title of a best-selling 2011 kids' book parody profanely urges kids to do what? | GO TO SLEEP |
| In 2010, what "reality" show finale revealed that its last scene was actually filmed on a Hollywood set? | THE HILLS |
| In the children's classic "Goodnight Moon," what is the last thing that is bid "Goodnight"? | NOISES EVERYWHERE |
| Which of these Radio Hall of Fame inductees is nicknamed "King of the Countdowns"? | CASEY KASEM |
| A disorder where objects appear shrunken,Lilliputian hallucinations derives its name from what novel? | GULLIVER'S TRAVELS |
| In 2010, what snack brand unveiled a new bag that, when crinkled, is reportedly louder than a jet cockpit? | SUN CHIPS |
| The catchphrase "to boldly go where no man has gone before" features what grammatical problem? | SPLIT INFINITIVE |
| In the film business, what tech-inspired term is often used to refer to "starting over" a popular film franchise? | REBOOT |
| What beverage is named for the football team at the University of Florida,where it was developed? | GATORADE |
| Played by Honor Blackman,the provocatively named Pussy Galore is a character in what James Bond film? | GOLDFINGER |
| Which of these popular soft drink brands was named after a slang term for "moonshine"? | MOUNTAIN DEW |
| As its name suggests, No "Zit" Sherlock is a beauty product that treats what unpleasant condition? | ACNE |
| Popularized by Audrey Hepburn,women's shoes with short,slender heels are known as what? | KITTEN HEELS |
| Because its members are all related to a man named Leon, a rock band formed in 2000 has what name | KINGS OF LEON |
| Which of these animals hunts its prey using echolation, a system of biological sonar? | BATS |
| In 2008, George W. Bush ducked twice when an Iraqi journalist threw what at his head? | SHOES |
| What business was known as the Harold Company before it took the name of its most famous product? | XEROX |
| "EE" is an academic course of study that stands for "electrical" what? | ENGINEERING |
| Which of the following is not one of the 5 ingredients listed on a pint of Haagan Dags ice cream? | EGG WHITES |
| President Barack Obama was born during whose presidential administration? | LBJ |
| Derived from a Spanish term for a newborn animal, a "cria" is used to refer to a baby what? | LLAMA |
| In 2010, what comedienne became the first woman in 16 years to host MTV's Video Music Awards? | CHELSEA HANDLER |
| Because of its abundance of bright lights, what New York city landmark is called "The Great White Way"? | BROADWAY |
| From 1883 until the 1950s what country claimed Vietnam as a country? | FRANCE |
| What does the "E" stand for in "NEA",the government agency that provides funding for the arts? | ENDOWMENT |
| In the original edition of "Trivial Pursuit," what category is represented by the color yellow? | HISTORY |
| To enhance its sense of authenticity, which of these TV dramas was shot on location in Austin, TX? | FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS |
| Which of these government officials counts Paul Volcker and Alan Greenspan as predecessors? | BEN BERNANKE |
| Which of these American Revolutionary War figures is buried not in the United States,but in London,England? | BENEDICT ARNOLD |
| The members of the European Union that collectively use the euro are often referred to collectively as the what? | EUROZONE |
| Which of these groups define almost all hemophiliacs? | MALES |
| Which "Desperate Housewives'" actress's first name is also a noun meaning "happiness"? | FELICITY HUFFMAN |
| Sometimes used with historical dates, the abbreviation "B.C.E." stands for "Before the Common" what? | ERA |
| By defitnition, a pitch helmet is a lightweight hat worn to protect the hat from what? | SUN AND HEAT |
| By definition, a "doula" provides assistance during which of these events? | CHILDBIRTH |
| In American Sign Language, how do you make the letter "S"? | MAKE A FIST |
| The long-time running prime time soap "Knots Landing" was a spin-off of what other long-time soap? | DALLAS |
| In a popular '80s TV theme,"you take the good,you take the bad,you take them both,and there you have" what? | THE FACTS OF LIFE |
| The U.S. tested its first atomic bomb in 1945 near what location? | ALAMAGORDO, NM |
| A "cinephile" is a person who is a devoted and knowledgeable fan of what? | MOVIES |
| What was the relationship between U.S. Presidents William and Benjamin Harrison? | GRANDFATHER & GRANDSON |
| The animated TV series "The Flintstones" was based on what earlier TV series? | THE HONEYMOONERS |
| As its literal title suggests, "Stuck On You" stars Greg Kinnear and Matt Damon as an affable pair of what? | CONJOINED TWINS |
| Unimpressed by cupies, split lifts and basket tosses, a federal judge ruled in 2010 that what is not a sport? | CHEERLEADING |
| Which of these is a fancy word for a "bartender"? | MIXOLOGIST |
| In cosmetic surgery, the temple lift is a procedure that addresses which of the following? | DROOPY EYES |
| Describing a person as "sinistral" is a fancy way of saying they are what? | LEFT-HANDED |
| In 2010, for the first time in 27 years, the House of Reps censured one of its members, Charlie Rangel of what state? | NEW YORK |
| The Salton Sea is a large salt lake located in what U.S. state? | CALIFORNIA |
| A largemouth angler specializes in catching a variety of what fish? | BASS |
| A musician can play notes on which of these instruments while inhaling? | HARMONICA |
| Before playing a cheerleading coach on "Glee," Jane Lynch played the manager of Smart Tech in what comedy film? | THE 40-YEAR OLD VIRGIN |
| How many queens does a typical honeybee nest have at any one time? | ONE |
| What food legend, though born in Indiana, is more closely associated with the state of Kentucky? | COLONEL SANDERS |
| Octoberfest is a famous beer festival held each year in what German city? | MUNICH |
| In 1990, George H.W. Bush signed the U.S. Interstate System after what President? | DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER |
| Millions more viewers tuned in for Little Ricky's birth on "I Love Lucy" than whose inauguration the next day? | DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER |
| In the opening credits,what cartoon dad drops off his two kids at "Little Dipper School" and "Orbit High School"? | GEORGE JETSON |
| In the U.S.,the Amish speak both English and a particular dialect of what European language? | GERMAN |
| The controversial 1915 movie "The Birth of a Nation" depicts what historical event? | CIVIL WAR |
| One of "The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills," Camille Grammer is the ex-wife of the star of what TV sitcom? | FRASIER |
| A raucous road trip featured in the 1996 movie "Swingers" is said to have popularized what catchphrase? | VEGAS,BABY,VEGAS! |
| Perhaps alluding to the diets of very small children,deciduous or "baby" teeth are also known as what? | MILK TEETH |
| In 2010, what author revealed that he was writing his memoir about his years living under a "fatwa" death sentence? | SALMAN RUSHDIE |
| A 2010 Billboard hit,"Dog Days are Over" is a song by the British band "Florence and the" what? | MACHINE |
| Jose Canesco's book "Juiced" primarily addresses what controversial sports topic? | STEROID USE |
| Often marketed as a cure-all for fatigue and aging, royal jelly is a secretion produced by what animals? | HONEY BEES |
| What actor's guest role on a Showtime series inspired the 2010 headline, "Close Encounters of the Weed Kind"? | RICHARD DREYFUSS |
| "Buddha" is an ancient Sanskrit word meaning what? | ENLIGHTENED ONE |
| Considered an "easy A," what college-level course is often jokingly referred to as "Clapping for Credit"? | MUSIC APPRECIATION |
| Though his successor removed them, what U.S. President was the first to install solar panels on the White House roof? | JIMMY CARTER |
| What former U.S. president is often referred to by the nickname "Poppy"? | GEORGE H.W. BUSH |
| Which of these painters is known for his prominent use of gold leaf? | GUSTAV KLIMT |
| Often called Coach K, he won a fourth NCAA men's basketball title with what school in 2010? | DUKE |
| "You take the high road and I'll take the low road" is a line from a traditional song of what people? | SCOTTISH |
| In 1995, what country created the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to examine its past? | SOUTH AFRICA |
| Like "screwdriver," which of these words refers to both a tool and a type of cocktail? | GIMLET |
| The 2008 book "The Encyclopedia Shatnerica" is about an actor who starred in what classic TV show? | STAR TREK |
| Donning a sizeable gray-ribboned hat, who performed "My Country Tis of Thee" at Barack Obama's inaugeration? | ARETHA FRANKLIN |
| In farm lingo,the eggs laid by one hen during a single nesting period are known as what? | CLUTCH |
| In 2008,Jeremy Piven quit a Broadway play,blaming Mercury poisoning he got from eating too much what? | SUSHI |
| Which of these Looney Tunes cartoons stars Pepe Le Pew and not Speedy Gonzalez? | ODOR-ABLE KITTY |
| In 2009, what country's runaway inflation led their reserve bank to issue 100 trillion dollar bills? | ZIMBABWE |
| Home to a 5,000-year-old stone circle,the Hebrides islands are located off the coast of what country? | SCOTLAND |
| "Ti amo" means "I love you" in what language? | ITALIAN |
| Popularized by celebrities like Madonna, Kaballah bracelets are made from what color string? | RED |
| The official flag of the European Union features a ring of twelve gold stars on a field of what color? | BLUE |
| What Dr.Seuss tale is set "On the 15th of May,in the jungle of Nool,in the heat of the day,in the cool of the pool"? | HORTON HEARS A WHO! |
| In 1950,Senator Joe McCarthy became the central figure in a national crusade known as the what? | RED SCARE |
| An organization for bald men,Bald R Us celebrates its International Bald Holiday on the birthday of what Oscar winner? | YUL BRYNNER |
| In Michael Jackson's "You Rock My World" video,what actor makes a fitting cameo as the boss of "The Waterfront Hotel"? | MARLON BRANDO |
| What clothing retailer features a line of jeans called 1969, a nod to the year its first store opened? | THE GAP |
| In keeping with its maritime image,what fashion label's logo features a J-class sailboat? | NAUTICA |
| Which of these stringed instruments often has over forty-five strings? | HARP |
| What musical instrument, when made with a vertical frame and strings, is called an "upright"? | PIANO |
| What classic TV show is the inspiration for the text message service Thismessagewillselfdestruct.com? | MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE |
| Because the storms were so destructive,all but which of these hurricane names have been retired? | IDA |
| The song "Over The River and Through The Woods" was originally an 1844 poem about what holiday? | THANKSGIVING |
| Which of these major cities is located in Pakistan? | ISLAMABAD |
| Though it didn't feature buffalo wings as an in-flight snack,what chain restaurant once operated its own short-lived airline? | HOOTERS |
| As of 2010, which of these movie franchises has not released a film in 3D? | BATMAN |
| "Red Shirt", a term for a minor TV character doomed to be killed off quickly,derives from what classic show? | STAR TREK |
| Of all the U.S. presidents, which of these statements applies only to Ronald Reagan? | HE WAS DIVORCED |
| According to a popular expression,what is "always 20/20"? | HINDSIGHT |
| What animalistic sound is sung throughout the 1978 Warren Zevon hit song "Werevolves of London"? | AHOOOOOO! |
| A few notes of the French national anthem, "La Marseillaise," play at the start of what Beatles song? | ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE |
| Which of the following is a 2007 movie featuring Beatles music and not a 60s movie starring The Beatles? | ACROSS THE UNIVERSE |
| The word "Draconian" comes from the name of a Greek statesman who was best known for doing what? | PASSING STRICT LAWS |
| Which of these cities has roughly the same latitude as New York City? | TOKYO |
| Though they suspected it was hazardous,the ancient Romans extensively used what material in their water pipes? | LEAD |
| Which of these authors' last names sounds the same as a capital city in Texas? | JANE AUSTEN |
| Which of these Beatles classics featured several lyrics sung in French? | MICHELLE |
| Since 1998,compilation CDs filled with pop music hits have been sold in the U.S. under what emphatic name? | NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC! |
| Dwight Eisenhower renamed the presidential retreat "Camp David" in honor of who? | HIS GRANDSON |
| On a movie set, a boom is a long, movable pole often used to do which of the following? | HOLD MICROPHONES |
| Capsaicin is the chemical compound responsible for which of the following? | HEAT OF PEPPERS |
| Which of these food items is predominantly produced in the Italian town of Modena | BALSAMIC VINEGAR |
| Which of these animal noise words is also the name of a popular online urban city guide? | YELP |
| What is the name of the cell ringtone that is popular with teens, as its high frequency makes it inaudible to adults? | MOSQUITO RINGTONE |
| Which of the following is a common definition for the word "tawny"? | LIGHT BROWN |
| What Donna Summers hit features the memorable refrain "toot toot, hey, beep beep"? | BAD GIRLS |
| In 2010,Angus T.Jones topped the list of "TV's Richest Kids" for playing Jake Harper on what sitcom? | TWO AND A HALF MEN |
| In 2011,Google unveiled its new service Google+,meant to compete directly with what popular website? | |
| Which of these is equal in number to the number of items in a baker's dozen? | ORIGINAL U.S. COLONIES |
| Culinarily speaking,which of these nursery rhyme characters had the easiest access to mutton? | LITTLE BO PEEP |
| In a 1971 cult classic,what does an older woman say to a younger man when he says "I like you,Maude"? | I LIKE YOU,HAROLD |
| Which of these city-themed songs mentions Graceland and the ghost of Elvis in its lyrics? | WALKING IN MEMPHIS |
| In the late 1860s, Charles and Max Fleischmann created America's first commercially produced what? | YEAST |
| Said by Sigmund Freud to determine personality,which of these is not one of his three "agencies" of the mind? | SUPERID |
| Much of the animation of "The Simpsons" and "Family Guy" is outsourced to what foreign country? | SOUTH KOREA |
| Khaled Hosseni's bestseller "The Kite Runner" is primarily set in what country? | AFGHANISTAN |
| The 1964 Tonkin Gulf Resolution is located for a body of water located off the coast of which of these countries? | VIETNAM |
| In preparation for hosting the 2008 Olympics, what country launched a campaign to stop public spitting? | CHINA |
| What single word is California's state motto? | EUREKA |
| In a classic arcade game, a dot-devouring Pac Man is plagued by four ghosts who have all but which of these names? | SLINKY |
| By definition, where does an abyssopalegic animal live? | AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SEA |
| What does "Erin go bragh" mean? | IRELAND FOREVER |
| With an alien hero sent to earth as an infant, the 2010 film "Megamind" shares a setup with what other movie? | SUPERMAN |
| What Native American tribe shares its name with a popular brand of recreational vehicle? | WINNEBAGO |
| Which of these words comes from a Latin term meaning, "almost an island"? | PENINSULA |
| What country's cuisine would most likely be served in a taqueria? | MEXICO |
| What retailer's original store in Freeport, MA has been opened 24 hours a day for over 50 years? | L.L. BEAN |
| In 2001,what author of "The CORRECTions" created controversy when he snubbed Oprah's Book Club? | JONATHAN FRANZEN |
| Who once referred to her parents' love triangle as the Brad Pitt/JenniferAniston/Angelina Jolie of their day? | CARRIE FISHER |
| The Great Expectations boat ride is an attraction at a British theme park inspired by whom? | CHARLES DICKENS |
| Fresh blueberries grown in the U.S. are typically in season during which of these months? | JULY |
| In 1978, an all-male rock band released an album titled "Q: Are We Not Men? "A: We Are" who? | DEVO |
| Which of these '90s romantic comedies did not star Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan? | FRENCH KISS |
| Founded in Jamaica, the Rastafari religion was popularized by what famous iconic musician? | BOB MARLEY |
| What legendary musician was known for his love of fried peanut butter and banana sandwiches? | ELVIS PRESSLEY |
| In 2009, the Fiesta of San Fermin in Pamplona, Spain, held its first look-alike contest honoring what author? | ERNEST HEMINGWAY |
| Which of these theme restaurants typically features simulated thunderstorms and animatronic gorillas? | RAINFOREST CAFE |
| Before the 24th Amendment was passed, many U.S. states required people to pay a poll tax in order to do what? | VOTE IN ELECTIONS |
| The caduceus, a staff entwined with two serpents, is the symbol for what profession? | MEDICINE |
| Administrative Professionals Day, once called National Secretaries Day, is observed during what month? | APRIL |
| In "27 Dresses," Katherine Heigl's character obtains 27 dresses by repeatedly serving as a what? | BRIDESMAID |
| Which of these U.S. states is located entirely in the Eastern time zone? | OHIO |
| American skiers should pack a passport if they plan to travel to which of these popular resort towns? | BANFF |
| What future "Sex and the City" actress had a small role in the 1984 Oscar-winning film "Amadeus"? | CYNTHIA NIXON |
| Which of these birds is able to fly? | PEACOCK |
| Hawaiian for "quick," what word describes a web page that can be edited by many people? | WIKI |
| Earl Grey tea gets its distinctive flavor from the oil of what citrus fruit? | BERGAMOT |
| What is the name of the novelty tune used as the theme song to Britain's long-running "Benny Hill Show"? | YAKETY SAX |
| A popular game on many college campuses,beer pong is typically played with a ball from what sport? | TABLE TENNIS |
| For years, the "Today" Show's Willard Scott has wished centenarians happy birthday on a segment sponsored by whom? | SMUCKERS |
| An 1899 poem that begins, "I know what the caged bird feels" inspired the title of whose 1969 memoirs? | MAYA ANGELOU |
| At his 2011 Comedy Central roast,who playfully compared his famous hair to that of a "wet raccoon"? | DONALD TRUMP |
| In a cliche scene from many Westerns, gunslingers meet for a final showdown when? | HIGH NOON |
| When would a car dealership need to sell a Ford Taurus in order to sell it during the astrological period of Taurus? | EARLY MAY |
| Buddhist scholar Robert Thurman named his daughter Uma,which means "bright one" in what language? | SANSKRIT |
| In 2010, what actress became a mother again at the age of 48 when she gave birth to a boy named Benjamin? | KELLY PRESTON |
| In the critically acclaimed TV drama "The Good Wife," who plays the good wife? | JULIANNA MARGULIES |
| In figure skating,which of these crowd-pleasing maneuvers requires two skaters? | DEATH SPIRAL |
| In 2009, Lego introduced a new toy model made of what architect's iconic Guggenheim Museum? | FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT |
| Which of these children's games traditionally ends when someone reaches "tensies"? | JACKS |
| People would most likely use the mnemonic "Every good boy does fine" when doing what? | READING MUSIC |
| The 2010 documentary "When You're Strange" features unseen footage of what classic rock band? | THE DOORS |
| The 1986 movie "Sid and Nancy" chronicles a brief period in the life of a musician from what rock band? | THE SEX PISTOLS |
| In movies,Eric Bana and Edward Norton have both played a comic book character that was played on TV by whom? | BILL BIXBY |
| IN 1975, Wally Adams became famous for making what type of snack food? | CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES |
| Which of these Animal Planet TV Shows "stars" animals that typically grow the largest? | GROWING UP CAMEL |
| In 2011, what British reality TV judge replaced Larry King upon his retirement from his nightly CNN show? | PIERS MORGAN |
| Bateau,scoop and sweetheart are terms used to refer to different styles of a dress's what? | NECKLINE |
| What type of soup is known affectionately as "Jewish penicillin"? | CHICKEN SOUP |
| Which of these musical terms means "very slowly"? | LENTISSIMO |
| In the military,a U.S. marine with the ranking "E-3" is better known as a "lance" what? | CORPORAL |
| Which of these is often defined as "doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results"? | INSANITY |
| Which of these entries from the Cassell Dictionary of Slang means "very closely"? | LIKE WHITE ON RICE |
| Which of these entries from the Cassell Dictionary of Slang means "to follow closely?" | LIKE WHITE ON RICE |
| What famous landmark was shipped to the U.S. in 350 pieces aboard the French frigate "Isere?" | STATUE OF LIBERTY |
| Often used to make clothing, pima is a variety of what? | COTTON |
| Which of these bands gets its name from its bassist's days making change as a cashier at Starbucks? | NICKELBACK |
| What classic brand name comes from the German word for "water" and the Greek word for "oil?" | VASELINE |
| In the human body, the pericardium is a membrane that surrounds what organ? | HEART |
| Which of these sea creatures can be classified as a pinniped? | SEAL |
| Named for her most famous screen role,"Foxy" is the title of a 2010 memoir by what actress? | PAM GRIER |
| Evite is a popular website for people planning to do what? | THROW A PARTY |
| According to an old adage, one should "eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a" what? | PAUPER |
| Dashiell Hammett's Sam Spade mysteries are set in the seamy underside of what U.S. city? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| What city's subway system is referred to by locals as "The Tube"? | LONDON |
| April 12, 2011, marked the 150th anniversary of what event in U.S. history? | START OF CIVIL WAR |
| Though there is little historical evidence, horned helmets are often associated with whom? | VIKINGS |
| In the human body,a "bicuspid" can refer to a type of tooth and a type of valve located in what organ? | HEART |
| In 1939,Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard founded a company that today specializes in making what? | COMPUTER EQUIPMENT |
| A must-have for new moms, a popular contraption for disposing of dirty diapers is called the diaper what? | GENIE |
| Entertainment Weekly's 2008 list of "Horrible Movie Accents" included Tom Cruise's Irish brogue in what film? | FAR AND AWAY |
| In the children's book "The Little Engine That Could",what is the engine attempting to deliver? | TOYS |
| Which of these is not one of the bones found in the human ear? | TARSUS |
| The dandelion gets its name from the corruption of the French phrase meaning "lion's" what? | TOOTH |
| Because it's spicy and made with tomato juice,the Michelada has been called a Mexican version of what classic drink? | BLOODY MARY |
| As any fashionista could tell you,what upscale designer's shoes generally feature a signature red sole? | CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN |
| Famed Spanish shoe designer Manuel Blahnik is better known by what nickname? | MANOLO |
| Traditionally,the U.S. Congress takes a month-long recess during what month? | AUGUST |
| Basic Enlisted Submarine School is a training course offered by which branch of the U.S. military? | NAVY |
| On a "Golden Girls" episode, a confused Dorothy asks, "The actor or the sausage?" in reference to whom? | JIMMY DEAN |
| Which of these actors' last names is often used as a slang term meaning "to go"? | HUMPHREY BOGART |
| Which of the following names does not refer to the same rapper as the others? | BIGGIE SMALLS |
| Rainier cherries were named after a mountain in what U.S. state,where they were first grown? | WASHINGTON |
| Named #1 jingle of the century by Ad Age,"You Deserve a break today" appeared in ads for what? | MCDONALD'S |
| ILM, the special effects company founded by George Lucas, stands for Industrial Light and what? | MAGIC |
| Which of these prefixes literally means "occurring together"? | SYNCHRO- |
| Taken from a Greek myth about a man forced to roll a boulder uphill forever, a tough-never-ending job is called what? | SISYPHEAN |
| In"Top Gun," the characters Navy "call signs" include "Maverick," "Goose," and all but which of these? | NIGHTHAWK |
| Since 2008,"Mustang",a 32-foot-tall sculpture of a blue horse,has stood beside the terminal of what city's airport? | DENVER |
| Love Field is a major airport of which of these US cities? | DALLAS |
| What NFL franchise plays home games in a venue appropriately named Arrowhead Stadium? | KANSAS CITY CHIEFS |
| Because they contain nitrogen,what beer's bubbles appear to float downward when poured into a glass? | GUINNESS DRAUGHT |
| As suggested by the food company he created,chef Hector Boiardi specialized in what cuisine? | ITALIAN |
| When asked why he titled his movie "Bananas," what director replied, "Because there are no bananas in it?" | WOODY ALLEN |
| Known for playing Arizona on "Grey's Anatomy," actress Jessica Capshaw has what famous stepdad? | STEVEN SPIELBERG |
| In 2010,what teen pop star's fragrance line "My World",debuted on scented wristbands at Walmart? | JUSTIN BIEBER |
| What TV star was famous for his stage-exiting catch-phrase, "And away we go"? | JACKIE GLEASON |
| Purdue University is one of the largest public universities of what state? | INDIANA |
| What popular grocery store brand comes in a distinctive grandmother-shaped container? | MRS. BUTTERWORTH'S SYRUP |
| The famous line "Et tu,Brute?" is most likely to be used to accuse someone of being a what? | TRAITOR |
| Which of these title characters rarely talks? | MR BEAN |
| Meaning "half moon" in Italian,a mezzaluna is a kitchen utensil used mostly for what? | CHOPPING |
| The Oregon state flag features an emblem on the front and image of what animal on the back? | BEAVER |
| Captured in an iconic photograph, the WWII flag-raising at Iwo Jima took place atop what mountain? | MOUNT SURIBACHI |
| "Honolulu" is a Hawaiian word meaning what? | PROTECTED BAY |
| "Someone left the cake out in the rain" is a lyric from what often-ridiculed pop song? | MACARTHUR PARK |
| Which of these "colorful" characters does not appear in the 1992 movie "Reservoir Dogs"? | MR.GREEN |
| Mather Point and Yavapi Point are two of the most popular overlooks at what U.S. tourist spot? | GRAND CANYON |
| Because of the way it looks, sneezing into the crook of your arm is commonly called a what? | DRACULA SNEEZE |
| By definition, a "supermax" is an extremely high security what? | PRISON |
| Julia Roberts became the first actress to be paid $20 million for her role in what movie? | ERIN BROCKOVICH |
| "For Audrey" is a shade of blue nail polish that pays tribute to what classic Audrey Hepburn film? | BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S |
| Demonstrating the popularity of the internet,the CBS sitcom "$#*!" My Dad Says" actually began as a what? | TWITTER ACCOUNT |
| In the world of comics,who is Selina Kyle? | CATWOMAN |
| In 2010, who coined the term "mama grizzly" to refer to the female political candidates she endorses? | SARAH PALIN |
| Which of these women helped created the "Parental Advisory Labels" found on albums with explicit content? | TIPPER GORE |
| Which writer captured the essence of Transcendentalism thinking with an 1841 essay that advised, "Trust thyself"? | RALPH WALDO EMERSON |
| A common site for piercings, the auricle is a cartilaginous region located where on the body? | EAR |
| Believed by the ancient Greeks to be a sacred or holy bone,the sacrum is located in what part of the human body? | PELVIS |
| A common palindrome begins "A man,a plan,a canal" and ends with what country's name? | PANAMA |
| Asthma is a medical condition that primarily affects what bodily system? | RESPIRATORY |
| In the human body,the pancreas is part of both the endocrine system and what other system? | DIGESTIVE |
| Including its main thoroughfare,what southern city has over one hundred streets named Peachtree? | ATLANTA |
| A contestant on "Celebrity Apprentice" in 2011, NeNe Leakes is an outspoken "Real Housewife" from what city? | ATLANTA |
| In the 1895 novel "Red Badge of Courage," Henry Fleming, the main character, is a what? | UNION SOLDIER |
| What is the answer to the common crossword puzzle clue "Eve's tempter"? | SERPENT |
| In 2010, what actress helped her 3-year old son launch his own Twitter account "Liam's World?" | TORI SPELLING |
| Jon Bon Jovi reportedly wrote "You Give Love A Bad Name" about what actress,whom he once dated briefly? | DIANE LANE |
| Contestants on the reality show "Scream Queens" compete for a role in a movie that is part of what film franchise? | SAW |
| If you have four shirts and three pairs of pants, how many unique ensembles can you put together? | TWELVE |
| By definition, a non-com is an enlisted member of the U.S. armed forces who is what? | NONCOMISSIONED |
| What does the "N" stand for in the CBS hit drama "NCIS"? | NAVAL |
| The term "lower forth-eight" is commonly used to refer to the U.S. minus what two states? | ALASKA AND HAWAII |
| In the 1989 movie, "When Harry met Sally..." Harry and Sally first meet at what university? | UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO |
| In 2010,Alaska's Lisa Murkowski became the first senate candidate since 1954 to do what? | WIN AS A WRITE-IN CANDIDATE |
| What national advocacy group uses the trademarked slogan, "We are their voice?" | AFL-CIO |
| Since Greek times, valerian root has been used to treat what condition? | INSOMNIA |
| In 2010, actress Portia de Rossi petitioned to legally change her last name to what? | DEGENERES |
| PSI, which stands for "pounds per square inch" is a unit commonly used for measuring what in cars? | TIRE PRESSURE |
| What Broadway musical spawned an unsuccessful 1990 sequel titled "Miss Hannigan's Revenge"? | ANNIE |
| Which of these events occurs quadrennially? | SUMMER OLYMPICS |
| Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, and Jonah Hill star in a 2009 movie aptly titled what? | FUNNY PEOPLE |
| What kind of food is produced in an apiary? | HONEY |
| In the world of Greek mythology, where do the souls of the deceased lie in eternal rest? | ELYSIUM |
| What famous U.S. military leader was named "Old Blood-and-Guts"? | GEORGE PATTON |
| In the animal kingdom, what term is used to describe the male who is the dominant member of a group? | ALPHA |
| According to superstition,where should you never put a hat? | ON A BED |
| Someone who has declared his candidacy for elected office is said to be "throwing his hat" where? | INTO THE RING |
| The "greaser" look of Shia LaBeouf's character in "Indiana Jones 4" was modeled after Marlon Brando in what film? | THE WILD ONE |
| The theme song for "The Young and Restless," "Nadia's Theme" is named for a famous female what? | GYMNAST |
| A popular brunch cocktail, the Bellini is typically made by mixing champagne with what pureed fruit? | PEACH |
| In the classic Shel Silverstein book "The Giving Tree," what type of tree gives its fruit to a little boy? | APPLE TREE |
| Which of these phrases does not appear in the title of one of the bestselling Harry Potter books? | FLIGHT OF THE DRAGON |
| The musical "West Side Story" is based on what Shakespearean tragedy? | ROMEO AND JULIET |
| Named for its proximity to the border between two states, the Flora-Bama nightclub is located where? | SOUTHEAST |
| The tabloid term "Brangelina," which combines two names into one,is an example of what kind of word? | PORTMANTEAU |
| A fragrance by Christian Dior, Fahrenheit 32 gets its name from the temperature at which what happens? | WATER FREEZES |
| Ricky Gervais is the co-creator and star of the original,British version of what hit U.S. TV Show? | THE OFFICE |
| The chant "Donna Martin graduates" will resonate with fans of what '90s TV show? | BEVERLY HILLS,90210 |
| George W. Bush gets his middle name, "Walker," from which of his relatives? | PATERNAL GRANDMOTHER |
| What normally hairless actor has been bald since the age of 20 due to a makeup mishap involving greasepaint? | MICHAEL CHIKLIS |
| Which of these is a famous singer's Web site and not a children's entertainment site? | KIDROCK.COM |
| Kahlua is a brand of liquor that has what distinct flavor? | COFFEE |
| The Eighth Amendment to the Constitution prohibits any punishments that are "cruel or" what? | UNUSUAL |
| "Not Really a Waitress",OPI is a leading brand of what? | NAIL POLISH |
| In finance, what adjective is used to describe a person's income after taxes have been taken out? | DISPOSABLE |
| The Jewish holiday Passover celebrates the exodus of the Israelites from where? | EGYPT |
| Which of these is a genetic trait that causes one to have an unusual reaction to sunlight? | PHOTIC SNEEZE REFLEX |
| A paper clip in France is called what since it resembles that of a musical instrument in shape? | TROMBONE |
| Which of these animals is known for "breaching"? | WHALE |
| In 2010, Reba McEntire won praise for cover of "If I Were a Boy," originally a hit single by whom? | BEYONCE |
| Which of these firearms also serves as shorthand for punching a hole in a beer can and drinking it quickly? | SHOTGUN |
| In 1999,the RIAA created what award to recognize albums that have sold more than 10 million copies? | DIAMOND |
| Indicating how the food is prepared, the cuisine "crudo" means what in Italian? | RAW |
| What '80s musical act notoriously demanded M&Ms be provided backstage,but with the brown ones removed? | VAN HALEN |
| According to legend, what frigid country was given a "warmer" name to trick people into settling there? | GREENLAND |
| "Flyg,fula fluga,flyg!Och den fula flugen flog" is a tongue twister about an ugly fly in what language? | SWEDISH |
| On a topographic map, contour lines are used to represent what? | TERRAIN ELEVATION |
| Ronald Reagan's plainspoken and affable demeanor earned him the apt nickname "The Great" what? | COMMUNICATOR |
| Used to make rope,sisal fiber is a common material also found in which of these sporting goods? | DARTBOARD |
| In his memoir,celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain warns against ordering which of these foods on a Monday? | FISH |
| In 2011,the U.S. Army announced that it was abandoning what type of hat as part of its official combat uniform? | BERET |
| Mensa,an organization for people with high IQs,has a name that means "stupid" in what language? | SPANISH |
| In Dante's "The Divine Comedy," a sign at Hell's entrance instructs "ye who enter here" to do what? | ABANDON ALL HOPE |
| Who is Reginald Dwight? | ELTON JOHN |
| "Never do today what you can put off until tomorrow" would be an apt motto for which of these people? | PROCRASTINATOR |
| Which of these cable reality series is usually set nearest to the Arctic Circle? | ICE ROAD TRUCKERS |
| When you put the word "water" in front of it,which of these shoes becomes the name of a venomous snake? | MOCCASIN |
| A simple image of a beam of light being refracted is depicted on the cover of what iconic 1973 album? | THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON |
| Which of the following was the name of an upscale ocean liner that sailed from 1969 to 2008? | QUEEN ELIZABETH II |
| If the "OctoMom" Nadya Suleman had birthed one more child,she might have been called the what? | NONAMOM |
| According to company estimates, about 25% of Filet-O-Fish sandwiches are sold during what? | LENT |
| "Believe the legend.Beware the Wolf" is an apt tagline for a 2011 film featuring what fairy tale protagonist? | LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD |
| "Rango," the title character in a 2011 animated movie voiced by Johnny Depp,is what kind of desert creature? | CHAMELEON |
| A bill of fare is more commonly known as a what? | MENU |
| After retirement,"emeritus" is traditionally added to the title of a person with which of these occupations? | COLLEGE PROFESSOR |
| "Thrombocyte" is another name for what common component of blood that aids in clotting? | PLATELET |
| Patagonian toothfish is served in restaurants under which of these more menu-friendly names? | CHILEAN SEA BASS |
| By definition,polyandry occurs when a woman has more than one what? | HUSBAND |
| Charles de Gaulle once quipped about how difficult it is to govern a country with 246 different what? | VARIETIES OF CHEESE |
| In a 1970 song by The Partridge Family, David Cassidy croons, “I think I” what? | LOVE YOU |
| "Final Fantasy" is a popular series of video games that are classified as RPG's, or what kind of "games"? | ROLE-PLAYING |
| In law,what is the term for a document that revises a person's will? | CODICIL |
| In the acronym SRS, a common term for automobile airbags,the letter "R" stands for what? | RESTRAINT |
| Although they are actually different plant species,in the U.S. sweet potatoes are often called what? | YAMS |
| Often topped with caviar or smoked salmon, a blini is a small what? | PANCAKE |
| Besides sporting his trademark smoking jacket and pipe, what media mogul is often seen wearing a sailor's hat? | HUGH HEFNER |
| The 2011 book "Rawhide Down" details the attempted assasination of which U.S. president? | RONALD REAGAN |
| What is the most populous city in the world's most populous country? | SHANGHAI |
| Stephen King's short story "The Body" was the basis for what popular '80s movie? | STAND BY ME |
| The outlaw Robert Ford is remembered as a "coward" for doing what to his gang leader Jesse James? | SHOOTING HIM IN THE BACK |
| Afghan Girl was captured as the photo of what magazine? | NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC |
| Since 1985, what magazine has a regularly published "Sexiest Man Alive" issue? | PEOPLE |
| From 1967-1989, Jesse White played what advertising icon? | MAYTAG REPAIRMAN |
| By definition,what kind of flower is a fleur-de-lis? | IRIS |
| What classic TV show's open features the title character triumphantly flinging her hat through the air? | THE MARY TYLER MOORE SHOW |
| According to a famous Albert Einstein quote, "God does not play" what with the universe? | DICE |
| Which of these common household objects is a simple incendiary device? | MATCH |
| For many years, which of these snack foods promoted itself as "the cheese that goes crunch"? | CHEETOS |
| The real-life town of Hameln,Germany,is famous as the site of a folk tale starring what legendary figure? | PIED PIPER |
| In "The Godfather",Don Corleone says,"Someday,and that day may never come,I will call upon you to" what? | DO A SERVICE FOR ME |
| In addition to English,which of the following is an official language of Canada? | FRENCH |
| The famous presidential declaration "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself" was in response to what crisis? | THE GREAT DEPRESSION |
| At the 2011 North American International auto show, what automaker unveiled a new, roomier midsize Passat? | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Which of these state capitals is closest to the Mexican border? | PHOENIX |
| What artist painted his young daughter in his works "Paloma with an Orange" and "Paloma in Blue?" | PABLO PICASSO |
| Launched in 2010, Cupidtino is an online dating site that connects fans of what company's products? | APPLE |
| What was the first name of the man who created Webster's dictionary? | NOAH |
| Which of these American Revolutionary War figures is often considered the "Father Of The American Navy"? | JOHN PAUL JONES |
| Daniel Handler writes the kids' book series "A Series of Unfortunate Events" under what pen name? | LEMONY SNICKET |
| In 1979,a Florida restaurateur founded the Boca brand,starting with a line of meatless what? | BURGERS |
| When repeated three times,which of these words does not become the title of a Top 40 pop song? | BAD |
| Due to its rich history,what area of the world is popularly known as the "cradle of civilization"? | MESOPOTAMIA |
| Born in 1905, Eugene Fodor was a pioneer of what book genre? | TRAVEL GUIDES |
| Popular in the world of hip-hop, Courvoisier is a nearly 200-year old brand of what liquour? | COGNAC |
| In addition to being a popular playground attraction,a seesaw is an example of what type of simple machine? | FIRST-CLASS LEVER |
| Which of these movie stars named "Sean" is a woman? | SEAN YOUNG |
| In 2009, Heath Ledger won an Oscar for a role played twenty years earlier by whom? | JACK NICHOLSON |
| What writer sought out his former college professor Morrie Schwarz after seeing him on an episode of "Nightline"? | MITCH ALBOM |
| Curves is a popular fitness club chain aimed at what specific demographic? | WOMEN |
| The 2009 animated film "Fantastic Mr.Fox" is based on a 1970 children's book by whom? | ROALD DAHL |
| In 2007, the Moldy Peaches hit it big after its ballad "Anyone Else But You" was featured in what film? | JUNO |
| Ranch dressing,the popular salad topper,got its start at an actual California dude ranched named what? | HIDDEN VALLEY RANCH |
| The life of Maureen Marder,a construction worker and exotic dancer,inspired what '80s movie? | FLASHDANCE |
| Which of these well-known nursery rhymes prominently features an insect? | LITTLE MISS MUFFET |
| By definition,a quinquagenarian is a person who falls into what age range? | FIFTIES |
| What kind of athletes are most likely to use small optical devices known as "range finders"? | GOLFERS |
| Which of these popular candies are often sold in containers resembling milk cartons? | WHOPPERS |
| Mandy Moore voices for what classic fairly tale princess in the 2010 Disney animated film "Tangled"? | RAPUNZEL |
| In "Teen Wolf," Michael J. Fox's transformation into a werewolf causes him to excel at what high school sport? | BASKETBALL |
| On the TV series "Community," the main characters become friends after they all take part in a what? | SPANISH STUDY GROUP |
| By definition, a plutocracy is a government controlled by whom? | THE WEALTHY |
| Which of these lines of a traditional wedding rhyme is the name of a 2011 romantic comedy starring Kate Hudson? | SOMETHING BORROWED |
| In 1945,what food became the first to be intentionally microwaved? | POPCORN |
| Because it is considered disrespectful to the monarchy,what movie musical is reportedly banned in Thailand? | THE KING AND I |
| Originally made in Canada, canola is a vegetable oil made from what crop? | RAPESEED |
| According to myth,what country's capital was founded by the twins Romulus and Remus? | ITALY |
| Which of these geometric-sounding names is synonymous with the word "scam"? | PYRAMID SCHEME |
| By definition, an apivorous bird eats primarily what? | BEES |
| In the classic arcade game Centipede,players battle all but which of these deadly creatures? | WASPS |
| The official slogan of the United States Blind Golf Association is "You Don't Have To See It To" what? | TEE IT |
| "Popping" and "locking" are moves associated with what style of dance? | BREAKDANCING |
| According to legend,country club employee Buddy Mulligan inspired a term often used in what sport? | GOLF |
| In its title, a fitness article posted online asks the age-old question "Can You Get Six Pack Abs Without" what? | CRUNCHES |
| Because it featured many of its core "members," which of these '80s movies is considered a "Brat Pack" film? | ST.ELMO'S FIRE |
| Issued in 1787, the U.S. government's first official coin was a penny featuring which of these mottos? | MIND YOUR BUSINESS |
| "Jenny dies from an incurable disease" spoils the ending of not only "Forrest Gump" but what other film? | LOVE STORY |
| Merriam-Webster credits what prominent figure with popularizing a new definition of the word "earmark"? | JOHN MCCAIN |
| In a Youtube hit, the indie band OK Go performs an elaborate dance routine using what unlikely props? | TREADMILLS |
| In Shakespeare's "Richard III," the main character famously shouts, "My kingdom for a" what? | HORSE |
| French Impressionist Edgar Degas is famous for his paintings and sculptors depicting what performers? | BALLET DANCERS |
| President Barack Obama's first name is derived from a Semitic word meaning what? | BLESSED |
| Shredded cabbage is the main ingredient in which of these dishes? | COLESLAW |
| Which of these mammals has the longest maximum life expectancy? | FINE WHALE |
| The brand Seven for All Mankind is best known for its high-end brand of what? | JEANS |
| What comic book hero's powers are the result of a botched gamma bomb experiment? | THE INCREDIBLE HULK |
| In Spain, which of these popular reality TV shows goes by the name, "No te lo pongas!" | WHAT NOT TO WEAR |
| What actress stars as as ruthless litigator Patty Hewes in the TV drama "Damages"? | GLENN CLOSE |
| After adopting her son there,what actress helped rebuild a school in her newly adopted city of New Orleans? | SANDRA BULLOCK |
| Which of these TV personalities is a former fashion model,who once spent a summer modeling for Chanel? | MARTHA STEWART |
| Which of these words means "dramatic" or "theatrical?" | HISTRIONIC |
| Fittingly, what world landmark boasts a feature known as "The Tsar's Tower?" | THE KREMLIN |
| Fittingly, the World Potato Congress was held in the U.S. for the first time in 2006 in what U.S. state capital? | BOISE |
| A collection of Sanskrit hymns and verses known as the Vedas are sacred texts in what religion? | HINDUISM |
| Which of the following is not a synonym for "trinket"? | HOOPLA |
| Introduced in 1913, what popular toy derives its name from the Roman god of love? | KEWPIE DOLLS |
| Which of these words is derived from two Greek roots meaning "self" and "write"? | AUTOGRAPH |
| In which of these sporting events is a victor often determined by means of a "split decision"? | BOXING |
| New York's Oak Beach Inn is believed to be the birthplace of what cocktail? | LONG ISLAND ICED TEA |
| What filmmaker's 2009 exhibit at New York's Museum of Modern Art included a Jack Skellington figure? | TIM BURTON |
| In a non-leap year, April Fools' Day would fall on what numerical day of the year?` | THE 91ST DAY |
| What U.S. reality show has a Chinese version whose title translates to "Forward at High Speeds"? | THE AMAZING RACE |
| In 2010,a single violinist set a world record by playing what frenetic classical piece in just over one minute? | FLIGHT OF THE BUMBLEBEE |
| Home to the National Christmas Tree,the park area directly south of the White House is known as what? | THE ELLIPSE |
| Calling it "historical fiction" in 2011 the History Channel refused to air a miniseries about what political family? | THE KENNEDYS |
| Thanks to Dwayne Wayne,what TV show helped popularize "flip-up" sunglasses in the 1980s? | A DIFFERENT WORLD |
| The word "alligator" is derived from the Spanish term "el lagarto," meaning what? | THE LIZARD |
| The name of the Italian opera house La Scala means what in English? | THE STAIRCASE |
| Legendary Scottish hero William Wallace is the subject of what 1995 Mel Gibson movie? | BRAVEHEART |
| On "Gilligan's Island," Captain Jonas Grumby of the S.S. Minnow was known by what nautical nickname? | THE SKIPPER |
| Longtime Congressman Henry Waxman's distinctive grooming has earned him what cheeky nickname? | THE MUSTACHE OF JUSTICE |
| TV journalist Jane Pauley is married to Garry Trudeau, a cartoonist best known for what strip? | DOONESBURY |
| Each of these 2010 films is primarily set in the state of Massachusetts, except for which? | UNSTOPPABLE |
| The ab exercise that involves lying facedown and extending the arms forward over the head is aptly called what? | THE SUPERMAN |
| According to its slogan, Snapple is "made from" what? | THE BEST STUFF ON EARTH |
| Suggestive of fiery rumors and exciting deals, which of these terms refers to baseball's off-season? | THE HOT STOVE LEAGUE |
| "Samuel Spade's jaw was long and bony" is the first line of what famous detective novel? | THE MALTESE FALCON |
| The tradition known as "Carburetion Day" takes place every year on the Friday before what sporting event? | INDIANAPOLIS 500 |
| With Dana Andrews as Lt. Ted Stryker,the 1957 film "Zero Hour!" served as the basis for what movie spoof? | AIRPLANE! |
| In the nursery rhyme "The Farmer in the Dell," what "stands alone"? | THE CHEESE |
| The famous train robber Butch Cassidy headed up a loosely organized group of outlaws known as what? | THE WILD BUNCH |
| Which of these is a character on "The Sopranos" and not a cast member on "Jersey Shore"? | PAULIE WALNUTS |
| Which of these TV shows typically concluded with its main character typing an entry into his computer diary? | DOOGIE HOWSER, M.D. |
| What food-related phrase refers to a simple task or an easily achieved goal? | LOW-HANGING FRUIT |
| On the TV sitcom "How I Met Your Mother," what actor provides the voice of the unseen narrator? | BOB SAGET |
| What does the "T" stand for in the Disney acronym EPCOT? | TOMORROW |
| Who penned the 2008 memoir "Here's the Story: Surviving Marcia Brady and Finding My True Voice"? | MAUREEN MCCORMICK |
| The American Film Institute lists what movie's "Juror #8" as one of the top fifty movie heroes of all time? | 12 ANGRY MEN |
| Like George Foreman,boxer Evander Holyfield released what type of kitchen gadget in 2007? | GRILL |
| ConocoPhillips belongs to a group of multinational corporations often referrred to as "Big" what? | OIL |
| In TV slang,a "zitcom" is a comedy series targeting what audience group? | TEENS |
| Popular in the '80s, "By Mennen" was a three-note jingle often heard at the end of commercials for what product? | DEODORANT |
| In 2010, TV personality Jo Frost announced her retirement from what popular reality show? | SUPERNANNY |
| At the end of each episode, which of these reality shows asks the losing contestant to "sashay away"? | RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE |
| The unique sound of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle engine idling is commonly described by what food phrase? | POTATO POTATO POTATO |
| Which of these foreign-language words literally means "the many"? | HOI POLLOI |
| What is the architectural term for the part of a church where the congregation usually sits? | NAVE |
| "Top hat" and "junk shot" were two proposed,albeit bizarre-sounding,solutions for what 2010 crisis? | BP OIL SPILL |
| Some of the world's oldest paintings are France's Lascaux cave paintings which primarily depict what? | ANIMALS |
| By definition, which of these geometric shapes is a parallelogram? | RECTANGLE |
| In the 1999 movie "American Pie" Alyson Hannigan's character discusses playing what instrument at band? | FLUTE |
| Bridal veils are typically made from what sheer material? | |
| Which of these Toyota models shares its name with the 3rd largest city in the state of Washington? | TACOMA |
| Merino wool comes from sheep originally native to what country? | SPAIN |
| Jodhpurs,a style of long pants worn by horseback riders,take their name from a city in what country? | INDIA |
| Jokingly called "Chicken Pizza" by visitors,Chichen Itza is a site of ancient Mayan ruins in what country? | MEXICO |
| Appearing at the end of many country names, the suffix "-stan" originates from what language? | PERSIAN |
| U2's hit song "Vertigo" begins with the line "Uno,dos,tres,catorce,",spanish for one,two,three" what? | FOURTEEN |
| Roz Doyle,a producer on the '90s sitcom "Wings",was the namesake for a character on what other sitcom? | FRASIER |
| Which of these musical groups could be loosely described as a "string quartet"? | FOUR VIOLINISTS |
| In 2010,what 37-year-old model resigned her 13-year post as "Head Angel" of Victoria's Secret? | HEIDI KLUM |
| Who is Rick Rubin? | MUSIC PRODUCER |
| Which of these countries is situated partly on what continent and partly on the other? | TURKEY |
| The lowest possible temperature, 0 Kelvin is commonly known as what? | ABSOLUTE ZERO |
| If a group of people does something "en masse," how are they doing it? | IN UNISON |
| Sargent Shriver is best remembered for his role in creating what organization | PEACE CORPS |
| Popular with tweens, the RipStik is a brand of sporting equipment that resembles a what? | SKATEBOARD |
| What is the only Grand Slam tennis tournament that makes its players dress almost entirely in white? | WIMBLEDON |
| What U.S. state's largest city is named for Frederick Billings, a president of the Northern Pacific Railway? | MONTANA |
| Which of these offenses can be committed simply by speaking? | SLANDER |
| Which of these names is trademarked by the Sealed Air Corporation? | BUBBLE WRAP |
| Because it is produced by the body,which of these vitamins is classified as a hormone? | VITAMIN D |
| What Madonna single shares its name with a psychiatric "Personality Disorder" characterized by sharp mood swings? | BORDERLINE |
| A hectare is a metric unit used to measure what? | AREA |
| A group of what birds is known as "murder"? | CROWS |
| A zester is a common kitchen tool designed to be used with which of these kitchen foods? | LEMON |
| A movie genre characterized by dark lighting and bleak settings,"film noir" literally translates to what? | BLACK FILM |
| In Roman mythology, Vulcan was the god of what? | FIRE |
| In the 1958 film "Vertigo," Jimmy Stewart's character has an irrational fear of what? | HEIGHTS |
| Which of the following is not one of the 8 vegetables in the beverage V8? | RADISH |
| Because it is often called "Roquette" in French, which of these gourmet salad greens is commonly referred to as "rocket"? | ARUGULA |
| Which of these vegetables is commonly referred to as a "spring onion" or "green onion"? | SCALLION |
| Capable of eroding tooth enamel, which of these fruits is the most acidic? | LEMON |
| The bounty hunger Dwayne Chapman, star of an A & E reality series, is better known by what nickname? | DOG |
| "One husband, two kids...and multiple personalities" is the apt tagline for what showtime series? | UNITED STATES OF TARA |
| Which of these trees secretes a thick,sticky substance called pitch? | PINE |
| Night of the Living Dead popularized what monster? | ZOMBIES |
| In CB radio lingo,the question "What's your twenty?" is actually asking what? | WHAT IS YOUR LOCATION? |
| Which of these kitchen gadgets performs the same function as a "strainer"? | COLANDER |
| What Broadway musical is subtitled "The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical"? | HAIR |
| Sean Parker,the founding president of Facebook,also helped create what early Internet success? | NAPSTER |
| Found mostly in Asia,the macaque is a type of what animal? | MONKEY |
| A testament to wish fulfillment, what TV personality had, as a teen, a license plate that read L8NITE? | JIMMY KIMMEL |
| What poet is commonly credited with writing the traditional lyrics to the New Year's Eve Song "Auld Lang Syne" | ROBERT BURNS |
| A paper called "The Assessment of Sultriness" was used to develop what meteorological measurement? | HEAT INDEX |
| Edward Michael Grylls, rugged host of the Discovery Series "Man vs. Wild," goes by what nickname? | BEAR |
| Used for centuries to make gunpowder and cure meats, potassium nitrate is commonly called what? | SALTPETER |
| The teenage drama "Gossip Girl" is partly set at a fictional New York City prep school called what? | CONSTANCE BILLIARD SCHOOL |
| Which of these U.S. states has a capital city whose name features an adjective? | ARKANSAS |
| Caused by repeatedly looking down,a recent phenomenon of pronounced neck creases has been termed what? | BLACKBERRY NECK |
| What 2011 superhero movie was marketed in Russia using only its subtitle "The First Avenger"? | CAPTAIN AMERICA |
| The Golden Gate Bridge is painted a distinctive cover officially known as "international" what? | ORANGE |
| In 2010, Whole Foods pulled what beverage from its shelves amid concerns over its high alcohol content? | KOMBUCHA |
| Presumably named after the love of his life, "The Olive" is a boat belonging to what character? | POPEYE |
| What is the common term for the oily "zone" of the face that includes the forehead, nose, and chin? | T-ZONE |
| The product of two negative numbers is always what? | A POSITIVE NUMBER |
| Far lighter than lead, what electron-rich metal does Chevrolet use for the batteries in its Volt car? | LITHIUM |
| Which of these movies features a prime number in its title? | 101 DALMATIANS |
| When it premiered,which of these movies had a title that referred to a date in the future and not the past? | 2001:A SPACE ODYSSEY |
| A criminal who has "cooked the books" has engaged in what kind of illegal behavior? | ACCOUNTING FRAUD |
| In 2010, the Pentagon estimated that which poor nation is home to $1 trillion in untapped precious minerals? | AFGHANISTAN |
| Khaled Hosseini's bestseller "The Kite Runner" is set primarily in what country? | AFGHANISTAN |
| Over 17000 feet tall, Mount Kenya is the second highest mountain on what continent? | AFRICA |
| By definition,a taxiway is a paved strip used by what type of vehicle? | AIRPLANE |
| Due to his line of work, what notable American is often referred to by the press as "The Reverend Al?" | AL SHARPTON |
| What U.S. state is home to a city that promotes itself with the catchphrase "There's No Place Like Nome!"? | ALASKA |
| In a running joke,Bugs Bunny frequently finds himself in strange locations after taking a wrong turn in what city? | ALBUQUERQUE |
| When President Garfield was shot in 1881, who invented a type of metal detector to try and find the bullet? | ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL |
| A scratch test is an exam given by a physician to determine whether a patient has what ailment? | ALLERGIES |
| In the movie "The Sound of Music," the Von Trapps escape the Nazis by trekking through what mountain range? | ALPS |
| Which of these Texan city names is Spanish for "yellow"? | AMARILLO |
| Which of these Texan city names is Spanish for "yellow"? | AMARILLO |
| Which of these precious metals is a form of resin? | AMBER |
| On what TV series do the judges regularly accuse the contestants of being "pitchy?" | AMERICAN IDOL |
| Rumspringa, meaning "running around," is a freewheeling rite of passage for teens in what community? | AMISH |
| What fictional East Coast resort town is the setting for the 1975 movie "Jaws"? | AMITY |
| On the Internet, the abbreviation "LOL" typically denotes which of these emotional states? | AMUSEMENT |
| College students interested in science commonly take a class known as "gross" what? | ANATOMY |
| A company known for its atlases and maps was born when William Rand went into business with whom? | ANDREW MCNALLY |
| Which of these world leaders is a graduate of the University of Leipzig? | ANGELA MERKEL |
| The term "slush fund" was originally used by sailors to refer to the side money they made selling what? | ANIMAL FAT |
| Though her recent work is Christian-themed, what novelist announced in 2010 she was leaving Christianity | ANNE RICE |
| The iconic picture of Bruce Spingsteen's butt that appears on his "Born In The U.S.A." album was taken by whom? | ANNIE LEIBOVITZ |
| "Kitchen Confidential" is a best-selling memoir by what celebrity chef? | ANTHONY BOURDAIN |
| In "Slumdog Millionaire," what is the CORRECT answer to Jamal's final grand prize question? | ARAMIS |
| Famous siblings Rosanna,David,Patricia and Alexis are all Hollywood actors with what last name? | ARQUETTE |
| What brand's Web Site urges visitors to "become an agent for the Wetness Protection Program"? | ARRID |
| A US President and an actress from the TV Series "Golden Girls" share what surname? | ARTHUR |
| What U.S. city has a public transportation system known as MARTA? | ATLANTA |
| Robert Kardasian, the biological father of Kourtney, Kim, Khloe, and Robert Jr, was a well-known what? | ATTORNEY |
| Which of these countries generally gets colder in temperature the farther south you travel? | AUSTRALIA |
| A popular New England appetizer, clams casino combines clams with breadcrumbs and what meat? | BACON |
| "New Amerykah" is the title of a 2008 R&B album by an artist with what last name? | BADU |
| What European city is home to the famously whimsical architecture of Antonio Gaudi? | BARCELONA |
| What is the first name of the pop singer whose legions of devotees are known as "Fanilows"? | BARRY |
| CC Bloom's,a hotel in the tropics of Thailand,is named after a character from what 1980s movie? | BEACHES |
| Despite having the word "fly" in their name, fireflies are actually what kind of insect? | BEETLE |
| In Shakespearean English, the word "ere" was commonly used to mean what? | BEFORE |
| Which of these adjectives has never doubled as the name of a Pope? | BENIGN |
| What comedian often mentions his wife, Camille, in his stand-up performances? | BILL COSBY |
| As of 2011,which of these movie stars has not yet reached the unofficial "retirement age" of 65? | BILL MURRAY |
| Which of these well-known songs is an example of a sea chanty? | BLOW THE MAN DOWN |
| An interrosseus part of the human body is, by definition, an area that is situated between two what? | BONES |
| In the comedy film "Fever Pitch," Jimmy Fallon plays a crazed fan of what sports team? | BOSTON RED SOX |
| "Do a good turn daily" is the official slogan of which of these do-good organizations? | BOY SCOUTS |
| What major artery located in the upper arm,is commonly monitored to check a person's blood pressure? | BRACHIAL |
| "Cerebro" is the Spanish word for what organ in the human body? | BRAIN |
| Which of these tabloid mainstays is a mom to a young son named "Jayden James"? | BRITNEY SPEARS |
| Which of these vegetables is actually a miniature variety of cabbage? | BRUSSELS SPROUTS |
| The practice of performing in public places for tips and gratuities is known as what? | BUSKING |
| Most famous for his 1955 novel "Lolita," author Vladimir Nabokov was also an expert in the study of what? | BUTTERFLIES |
| Since 2000, the logo for the online company MSN has featured a multicolored image of what animal? | BUTTERFLY |
| What Broadway musical is largely set in a seedy nightclub called the Kit Kat Klub? | CABARET |
| Which of these U.S. states is home to the Chocolate Mountains, rumored to contain vast amounts of gold? | CALIFORNIA |
| Debuting in 2010,which As-Seen-On-TV product promises to make women's outfits"office appropriate?" | CAMI SECRET |
| What country's national anthem includes a version in the Inuktitut language for its Inuit population? | CANADA |
| Mentioned in "Twas the Night Before Christmas",a "Sugarplum" is what kind of treat? | CANDY |
| The island nation of St Kitts and Nevis is located in what body of water? | CARIBBEAN SEA |
| Based on France's "24 hours of Le Mans," America's "24 hours of Le Mons" is a race involving what? | CARS |
| Believed to bring prosperity,Chinese restaurants often display a statue of what animal with one paw raised? | CAT |
| In baseball,who is the only fielder positioned in foul territory? | CATCHER |
| Which of these psychology terms comes from a Greek verb meaning "to purge"? | CATHARSIS |
| Often used in French, what pronunciation mark is always placed under a letter and never above it? | CEDILLA |
| Which of these drinks is sometimes ceremoniously opened by cutting the top off the bottle with a specialized sword? | CHAMPAGNE |
| Often used in desserts, mascarpone is an Italian variety of what? | CHEESE |
| Named for the Dutch city where it originated,Gouda is a well-known type of what? | CHEESE |
| Reflecting on a subject he masters, Garry Kasperov's 2007 book is titled "How Life Imitates" what? | CHESS |
| A leghorn is a type of what animal? | CHICKEN |
| Garbanzo beans are also known by what name? | CHICKPEAS |
| Falafel,a popular Middle Eastern dish,is usually made by grinding and frying what? | CHICKPEAS |
| From 1898 to 1901, what country experienced a popular uprising known as the Boxer Rebellion? | CHINA |
| After the U.S. and Russia,what is the only country to have launched a person into space aboard its own rocket? | CHINA |
| Unhappy with the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize award,what country launched its own "Confucius Peace Prize"? | CHINA |
| Which of these movies does not feature Jack Nicholson's character dying a gruesome death? | CHINATOWN |
| On TV's "Family Guy," creator Seth MacFarlane voices all but which of these members of the Griffin family? | CHRIS |
| At which of these places would a person most likely find a book called a hymnal? | CHURCH |
| Which of these Disney Princesses was not born with,but rather married into her royal title? | CINDERELLA |
| A person with an excessive wardrobe and keen interest in dressing well is said to be a what? | CLOTHESHORSE |
| In law, what is the term for a document that revises a person's will? | CODICIL |
| What rock band dedicated a 2005 to it's lead singer's father-in-law, director Bruce Paltrow? | COLDPLAY |
| Which of these card games is also called "Memory"? | CONCENTRATION |
| Since 1988,the brand Acuvue has billed itself as introducing the world's first disposable what? | CONTACT LENS |
| Which of these is not one of the few elements that are naturally magnetic? | COPPER |
| Which of these is not a reed instrument? | CORNNET |
| Kirkland Signature is the in-house brand of what chain of stores? | COSTCO |
| Instead of being aged until it has a stronger flavor,which of these cheeses is typically served fresh? | COTTAGE CHEESE |
| In the historical term, "V-J Day," the "J" stands for the name of a what? | COUNTRY |
| In 1865, John Stetson introduced a now-famous version of what type of hat? | COWBOY HAT |
| People who selfishly prevent others from succeeding are sometimes compared to which of these animals "in a bucket"? | CRABS |
| Bubbles collapsing in synovial fluid is what creates the sound that occurs when you do what? | CRACK YOUR KNUCKLES |
| Derived from a passage in Balzac,a popular saying states "behind every great fortune is a great" what? | CRIME |
| What is the singular form of the word "criteria"? | CRITERION |
| In 2010, Elian Gonzalez announced he was thankful he had returned to what homeland 10 years earlier? | CUBA |
| The Spanish-American War began in 1898 as an intervention by the United States on behalf of what country? | CUBA |
| A well-known term for a husband whose wife cheats on him is derived from which of these bird names? | CUCKOO |
| The term "melting pot" is often used to refer to the fact that the U.S. is very what? | CULTURALLY DIVERSE |
| What type of cloud is typically associated with fair weather? | CUMULUS |
| A popular tourist destination in Europe, Prague is the capital of what country? | CZECH REPUBLIC |
| Which of these female names has not appeared in a Rolling Stones hit song title? | DAISY |
| In 2010,the New York Post reported a bank robber dressed as whom made off with an "Alderaan-sized wad of cash"? | DARTH VADER |
| Comedians riffed about talking cars and lifeguards at a 2010 Comedy Central roast skewering what actor? | DAVID HASSELHOFF |
| According to his TV theme song,who was "born on a mountaintop in Tennessee"? | DAVY CROCKETT |
| PEG'S LAW is a helpful mneumonic for remembering the names of the seven what? | DEADLY SINS |
| Marked up to 130 degrees,"The World's Largest Thermometer" is a roadside attraction near what U.S. park? | DEATH VALLEY |
| Because the Roman calender began on March 1st,what month's name comes from the Latin for "tenth"? | DECEMBER |
| Which of these scientific units is named in honor of the inventor of the telephone? | DECIBEL |
| The state whose name comes first alphabetically is located where in the U.S.? | DEEP SOUTH |
| In 2007,the Plain White T's scored a #1 hit with an infectious love song titled "Hey There" what? | DELILAH |
| "Five and a half" is the self-described age of what classic comic strip character? | DENNIS THE MENACE |
| A torch, an oak branch and an olive branch are featured on the back of what U.S. coin? | DIME |
| Many graduate students find themselves in the ambiguous status commonly known as "ABD," or "all but" what? | DISSERTATION |
| Before starting a successful shoe company, Klaus Maertens held what position in the German army? | DOCTOR |
| What psychological condition shares its name with a region of the Atlantic Ocean known for its squalls and shifting winds/ | DOLDRUMS |
| Which of these snack brands has a name that was inspired by a First Lady? | DOLLY MADISON |
| In 1994,what country singer adapted her hit song "Coat of Many Colors" into a children's book? | DOLLY PARTON |
| In 2009, what pizza chain revamped its recipe amid customer complaints that their old crust tasted "like cardboard"? | DOMINO'S |
| Even though he is a famous teetotaler,which of these celebrities launched his own brand of vodka in 2006? | DONALD TRUMP |
| Which of the following words is not a synonym for "brouhaha"? | DOOHICKEY |
| In architecture, a vertical window set in a gable on a sloping roof is called a what? | DORMER |
| Lover,fighter,adventurer--what beer's "spokesman" is billed as "the most interesting man in the world"? | DOS EQUIS |
| Former pro hockey player Tim Horton lent his name to a popular fast food franchise specializing in what? | DOUGHNUTS |
| Which of these slang terms is defined out west as "an urban easterner who vacations on a ranch?" | DUDE |
| A tune or song that becomes stuck in one's head is slangily known as a what? | EARWORM |
| In Christianity, Ascension Day is celebrated 40 days after what holiday? | EASTER |
| College students often use the term "Underwater basket weaving" to refer to classes that are what? | EASY |
| Hidden in the word "mosquito" is the name of the capital city of what South American country? | ECUADOR |
| The concert films "Delirious" and "Raw" feature memorable stand-up comedy routines by whom? | EDDIE MURPHY |
| A famous 1855 poem by Walt Whitman begins, "I sing the body" what? | ELECTRIC |
| In the classic version of Monopoly, the two "utility companies" are Water Works and the what? | ELECTRIC COMPANY |
| In the classic version of Monopoly,the two "utility companies" are Water Works and the what? | ELECTRIC COMPANY |
| Which of these Sesame Street characters is known for referring to himself in third person? | ELMO |
| Which of these cheeses is commonly known in the United States as "Swiss Cheese"? | EMMENTALER |
| A popular breed of poultry, Cornish hen takes its name from a region of what country? | ENGLAND |
| Former energy company Enron originally held what name,before realizing the word meant "intestine"? | ENTERON |
| After nearly thirty years on the job,Mary Hart stepped down as host of what TV show in 2011? | ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT |
| The term "carbon footprint" refers primarily to the impact of a person's lifestyle on the what? | ENVIRONMENT |
| What author famously defined "guts" as "grace under pressure?" | ERNEST HEMINGWAY |
| In which of these countries is it customary to eat using only the right hand, as the left is considered unclean? | ETHIOPIA |
| The 70s sitcom "Good Times" centers on a family with what last name? | EVANS |
| Which of these body parts is not normally treated by an otolaryngologist? | EYE |
| The 2009 bestseller "The Accidental Billionaires"is an account of what Web company's founding? | |
| The title of the classic novel "Wuthering Heights" refers to what place? | FAMILY ESTATE |
| Though airing in different decades, which of these TV shows featured the same actor as a character? | FAMILY TIES & SPIN CITY |
| Perhaps to distinguish themselves,certain ketchup packets boast what descriptive word on their label? | FANCY |
| Which of these is the not-so-modest title of a ubiquitous hit song in 2006? | FERGALICIOUS |
| The gossip Web site wwtdd.com,or "What Would Tyler Durden Do?," references a character from what film? | FIGHT CLUB |
| A pescetarian breaks from the vegetarian code by eating which of these foods? | FISH |
| How many basic positions of the feet are there in traditional ballet? | FIVE |
| Held in New York, "Night of a Thousand Stevies" is a fan festival honoring what band's former lead singer? | FLEETWOOD MAC |
| A woman traditionally waves a fan coyly across her body when performing which of these dances? | FLEMENCO |
| Since 1990, over one-third of all shark attacks worldwide have occurred off the coast of what state? | FLORIDA |
| In the early 1900s,FTD began using the classic slogan "Say it with" what? | FLOWERS |
| In a classic series of TV ads, an unsuspecting customer's coffee is secretly replaced with what brand? | FOLGERS |
| Because the government requires it,most enriched grain products in the U.S. are fortified with what? | FOLIC ACID |
| What '80s film is loosely based on events in Elmore City,Oklahoma,where dancing was banned for almost 100 years? | FOOTLOOSE |
| The first thirteen games of the ancient Olympics featured what sole event? | FOOTRACE |
| "Pineapple shrimp, and lemon shrimp, coconut shrimp, pepper shrimp" is a line from what hit film? | FOREST GUMP |
| Which of these popular cell phone apps allows users to "check-in" to the places they visit? | FOURSQUARE |
| Courting worldwide controversy, in 2010 what country banned wearing full-face Islamic veils in public? | FRANCE |
| With a wider wingspan than Air Force One, what country's leader flies in an airbus dubbed "Air Sarko One"? | FRANCE |
| Due to licensing costs, what singer's version of "Love and Marriage" is not on "Married...With Children" DVDs? | FRANK SINATRA |
| Which of these family movies about animals centers on a creature that weights the most? | FREE WILLY |
| Looney Tunes character Pepe Le Pew speaks with what kind of accent? | FRENCH |
| "God is dead" is a widely quoted line taken from the works of what famous philosopher? | FRIEDERICH NIETSZCHE |
| Retiring shortly after filming,what Oscar-winning actor's final legacy is the 2004 comedy "Welcome to Mooseport"? | GENE HACKMAN |
| When asked in 2007 if he had ever cried at a movie,what actor jokingly replied "At the premiere of Batman & Robin"? | GEORGE CLOONEY |
| Eric Clapton wrote the classic hit "Layla" as a love song to what rock star's wife? | GEORGE HARRISON |
| In 2010 what TV host changed his time slot from 11:00 to midnight to accommodate Conan O'Brien? | GEORGE LOPEZ |
| A late night talk show that debuted on TBS in 2009, the "Lopez Show" is hosted by whom? | GEORGE LOPEZ |
| Now produced around the world,Riesling is a white variety of wine that originated in what country? | GERMANY |
| During World War I,what country introduced a fleet of submarines known as "U-boats"? | GERMANY |
| The famous '80s quote "Mr.Gorbachev,tear down this wall" referred to a wall in what country? | GERMANY |
| Which of these historic leaders was known to wear clothing he made himself using a spinning wheel? | GHANDI |
| The interior of a fiber-optic cable is usually made out of what substance? | GLASS |
| Introduced in 1979, Croakies were designed to prevent people from losing what fashion accessory? | GLASSES |
| Which of these deserts is by far the coldest,with temperatures known to fall as low as minus 40 degrees? | GOBI |
| Since 1980,what award has honored the worst in Hollywood filmmaking? | GOLDEN RASPBERRY |
| What was the first James Bond movie to show 007 ordering a martini,"shaken,not stirred"? | GOLDFINGER |
| What component of a human cell is named after the Italian Nobel Prize winner who discovered it? | GOLGI APPARATUS |
| In the Bible, whose height is given as "six cubits and a span," somewhere between nine and twelve feet? | GOLIATH |
| In the 1999 film "Muppets from Space," what muppet is revealed to actually be an alien? | GONZO |
| Who is Mario Lavandeira? | GOSSIP BLOGGER PEREZ HILTON |
| In the Republican party abbreviation "GOP," the "G" stands for what? | GRAND |
| In what U.S. national do backpackers brave challenging "Rim to Rim" hike? | GRAND CANYON |
| In what classical musical does the main character have a bad-boy best friend named "Kenickie"? | GREASE |
| Which of these famous structures was built as a tomb? | GREAT PYRAMID OF GIZA |
| In 2011,Seth Rogen and Ryan Reynolds both played movie superheroes with what colorful word in their name? | GREEN |
| Which of these famous scientists was an Augustinian monk? | GREGOR MENDEL |
| Also called a "Whammy bar" a "tremolo arm" is used to affect the pitch of which of these musical instruments? | GUITAR |
| What singer plays screen siren Jean Harlow in Martin Scorsese's 2004 movie "The Aviator"? | GWEN STEFANI |
| Which of these animals transports food in its cheeks? | HAMSTER |
| A clarsach--a traditional Irish musical instrument--is a kind of what? | HARP |
| Because it consists of seven installments,which of these popular book series is considered a "heptalogy"? | HARRY POTTER |
| Named for its distinctive shape, a porkpie is what type of fashion accessory? | HAT |
| Known for its distinctive bottle that resembles a friar, Frangelico is an Italian liquer with what flavor? | HAZELNUT |
| In a nod to its home state of Pennsylvania, the "Keystone State," what brand's products have "keystone-shaped" labels? | HEINZ |
| Which of these NFL venues boasts a scoreboard topped with two giant condiment bottles? | HEINZ FIELD |
| Before "Sex and the City," "Sex and the Single Girl" was a 1962 groundbreaking advice book by whom? | HELEN GURLEY BROWN |
| A perennial dance favorite,a popular song by C&C Music Factory describes "Things That Make You Go" what? | HMMMM |
| During WWI,butter often had to be imported from the Netherlands to France to create what aptly named sauce? | HOLLANDAISE |
| Which of these objects weights roughly 45.52 carets? | HOPE DIAMOND |
| Developed by engineer James Watt,what unit of measure is equivalent to lifting 33,000 "foot pounds" per minute? | HORSEPOWER |
| Legendary for his skill at pitching ringers,Alan Francis is widely considered the best player ever in what sport? | HORSESHOES |
| Which of these actors' last names is often used as a slang term meaning "to hog"? | HUMPHREY BOGART |
| In April 2010, which of these country's erupting volcanoes shut down European air travel for nearly a week? | ICELAND |
| What puny prize is doled out each year by real Nobel laureates to highlight unusual research? | IG NOBEL |
| The director of what 2010 film has said in interviews that he often gets asked, "Does the top ever stop spinning?" | INCEPTION |
| Sanskrit for "moon craft," the Chandraayan I was the first lunar orbiter ever launched by what country? | INDIA |
| Often called the "Mozart of the Madras," A.R. Rahman is a prolific composer from what country? | INDIA |
| A popular vacation spot,the Maldives is an island nation off the coast of which of these countries? | INDIA |
| Due to its strict obscenity laws, which of these countries once published a version of "Playboy" without any nudity? | INDONESIA |
| In the 2010 film "Eat, pray, love," Julia Roberts eats in Italy, prays in India, and loves where? | INDONESIA |
| Design guru Jonathan Ive is responsible for the look of which of these iconic products? | IPOD |
| According to a nerdy joke about chemical symbols, a female is made up of a male plus what element? | IRON |
| Though it's in the dictionary, which of these words is considered an improper combination of two other words? | IRREGARDLESS |
| The Mossad is the secret intelligence service of what country? | ISRAEL |
| Known for their classic fairy tale collections,the Brothers Grimm had what first names? | JACOB & WILHEIM |
| On the TV series "The Simpsons," Marge has the same maiden name as what First Lady? | JACQUELINE KENNEDY |
| The 1975 documentary "Grey Gardens" follows the two Edith Beales, the eccentric relatives of which First Lady? | JACQUELINE KENNEDY |
| The "jerk" method of preparing and cooking meat originated in what country? | JAMAICA |
| Because its presidential namesake had no middle initial, a Utah grade school goofed by giving itself what name? | JAMES A. MADISON |
| In his Oscar acceptance speech, what actor asked for a moment of silence for the victims of the Titanic? | JAMES CAMERON |
| Which of these members of "The Brady Bunch" is said to be suffering from "middle child syndrome"? | JAN |
| Because the American "r" sound is rarely pronounced, in what country is Ronald McDonald called "Donald McDonald?" | JAPAN |
| The Yuko hair straightening treatment is often referred to by its country of origin, which is what? | JAPAN |
| Much like a "Trekkie" loves "Star Trek," an "otaku" is a big fan of the comics and pop culture of what country? | JAPAN |
| Formed in 1998, 30 Seconds to Mars is a Los-Angeles based rock band led by what actor? | JARED LETO |
| The musical scores of the "Charlie Brown" animated TV series notably feature what genre of music? | JAZZ |
| What actor starred in the 1990s movies "Universal Soldier" and "Universal Soldier: The Return"? | JEAN CLAUDE-VAN DAMME |
| Dropping from a size 16 down to a size 6, what actress was spokesperson for Weight Watchers in 2010? | JENNIFER HUDSON |
| What late night TV host features a weekly segment in which he writes humorous thank you notes from his desk? | JIMMY FALLON |
| Which of these characters from AFI's list of the fifty greatest movie villains was an actual movie star? | JOAN CRAWFORD |
| Who wrote the famous poem that begins, "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"? | JOHN KEATS |
| "Nowhere Boy" is a 2009 biopic about what legendary musician? | JOHN LENNON |
| Referring to its iconic founder, the first two letters in the firm today known as JP Morgan Chase stand for what? | JOHN PIERPONT |
| Starring Jeff Bridges,the 2010 film "True Grit" is a reworking of a 1969 film that won what actor his only Oscar? | JOHN WAYNE |
| In a landmark congressional hearing, "Have you no sense of decency sir?" was asked of whom? | JOSEPH MCCARTHY |
| In 2009, after decades of secrecy, Mrs. Butterworth's first name was revealed to be what? | JOY |
| What pop star made his TV acting debut in 2010, playing teenage bomber Jason McCann on "CSI"? | JUSTIN BIEBER |
| What pop star once quoted as saying "I don't want to be Mr.Sexy back forever"? | JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE |
| What animals engage one another in a mating competition that is often compared to boxing? | KANGAROOS |
| Johnny Depp modeled his Pirates of the Caribbean character in large part after what musician? | KEITH RICHARDS |
| Though he lives and works in Nashville,which of these country singers is a New Zealand-born Australian? | KEITH URBAN |
| What U.S. state name is featured on labels of Jim Beam whiskey? | KENTUCKY |
| The ensemble cast of the 2010 comedy "Grown-ups" reunites all but which of these SNL alums? | KEVIN NEALON |
| The ensemble cast of the 2010 comedy "Grown Ups" reunites all but which of these fellow SNL alums? | KEVIN NEALON |
| Considered "too fat" for a single seat, what film director was bumped from a Southwest Airlines flight in 2010? | KEVIN SMITH |
| Increasingly popular in the U.S.,the Southeast Asian sport "Muay Thai" is a form of what? | KICKBOXING |
| What internal organ was the first to be successfully transplanted between humans? | KIDNEY |
| In 2008, Eva Longoria opened a Los Angeles restaurant named Beso, Spanish for what? | KISS |
| On food packaging, a circle with a "U" indicates that the food is certified as what? | KOSHER |
| Every year on March 31st,California observes Cesar Chavez Day to honor the birth of a famous what? | LABOR LEADER |
| Which of these retailers claim to be the most recognized name in "plus-size" clothing? | LANE BRYANT |
| Torts is a common first-year course for students in what professional school? | LAW |
| A zester is a common kitchen tool designed to be used with which of these foods? | LEMON |
| The popular drink known as an "Arnold Palmer" is typically made with equal parts iced tea and what? | LEMONADE |
| What is the only piece of equipment needed to play the popular kids' game known as cat's cradle? | LENGTH OF STRING |
| What artist's famous sketch, "The Vitruvian Man," is said to depict the ideal proportions of the male body? | LEONARDO DA VINCI |
| Which of these male names comes from French words meaning "the king"? | LEROY |
| The popular video game "Grand Theft Auto IV" is set in what fictional metropolis? | LIBERTY CITY |
| In 2009, Scotland allowed convicted Lockerbie bomber Abdel Basset to return to what home country? | LIBYA |
| In law,the time period during which a person may be sued is called the "statute of" what? | LIMITATIONS |
| What classic comic strip character is known for the catchphrase "Leapin' Lizards!"? | LITTLE ORPHAN ANNIE |
| In the human body, what internal organ regulates the amount of glucose in the blood? | LIVER |
| Which of these berries is believed to be a hybrid of the blackberry and raspberry? | LOGANBERRY |
| What U.S. state is home to a university whose football team is known as "The Ragin Cajuns?" | LOUISIANA |
| According to the lyrics of a 1964 song,the girl from Ipanema is "tall and thin and young and" what? | LOVELY |
| "Tramp Stamp" is a common slang term for a tattoo found where? | LOWER BACK |
| When its first three letters are removed,what U.S. president's name becomes that of an '80s TV icon? | LYNDON JOHNSON |
| What adjective is often used to describe an unscrupulous political leader's behavior? | MACHIAVELLIAN |
| Which of these country names can be spelled by placing three U.S. state postal abbreviations in a row? | MALAWI |
| According to a 1974 Barry Manilow song, who "came and gave...without taking?" | MANDY |
| Which of these cities is also the name of a famous cocktail made with vermouth, whiskey, and a dash of bitters? | MANHATTAN |
| Limestone that has been heated and pressurized eventually turns into what building material? | MARBLE |
| In the British royal family,which of the following is not the name of one of Prince Charles's three siblings? | MARGARET |
| Derived from its Greek name, areology is the scientific study of what planet? | MARS |
| The drink known as "Bloody Mary" shares its name with the nickname of what famous woman? | MARY TUDOR |
| To avoid blinking, many women unconsciously open their mouths when applying what cosmetic? | MASCARA |
| A phillumenist is a collector of what? | MATCHBOOKS |
| In 2010, what openly graying sitcom star revealed, "I dyed my hair red the whole time I was on 'Friends'"? | MATT LEBLANC |
| Which of these celebrities is not mentioned in the lyrics of the 1998 Barenaked Ladies hit "One Week?" | MEG RYAN |
| In the 1980s the Members Only brand became famous for its wildly popular version of what? | MEN'S JACKET |
| With Pluto being labeled a "dwarf planet" in 2006, what is now the smallest planet in our solar system? | MERCURY |
| In astrology, what planetary symbol of communication can cause discord when it is in "retrograde?" | MERCURY |
| The title of the 1927 novel "Treasure of the Sierra Madre" refers to a mountain range in what country/ | MEXICO |
| Often described as the nation's largest block party,The Calle Ocho Festival takes place annually in what U.S. city? | MIAMI |
| What U.S. state is divided into two regions called the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula? | MICHIGAN |
| What naval vessel shares its name with a popular game that comes pre-installed on Windows computers? | MINESWEEPER |
| In what horror film does a disturbed romance novel enthusiast repeatedly gush, "I am your number one fan"? | MISERY |
| According to its name,New York City's MoMA specializes in what kind of art? | MODERN |
| Which of these animal names is also a unit of measurement commonly used by chemists? | MOLE |
| The dapper board game mascot Mr. Monopoly typically sports all but which of the following? | MONACLE |
| In 2011,Charlene Wittstock was compared to Grace Kelly when she married Prince Albert II of what small state? | MONACO |
| On the children's TV "Dora the Explorer," Dora's best friend Boots is what kind of animal? | MONKEY |
| Because it is similar in texture,which of these fish is often called the "poor man's lobster"? | MONKFISH |
| "Big Sky Country" is a popular nickname for what U.S. state? | MONTANA |
| In 1955,Rosa Parks made history when she refused to give up her seat on a public bus in what city? | MONTGOMERY,ALABAMA |
| Lunulae, the crescent-shaped marks on fingernails, are named for the Latin word for what? | MOON |
| In the Old Testament, who said, "I am a stranger in a strange land"? | MOSES |
| The 1998 animated movie "The Prince of Egypt" tells the story of which of these biblical figures? | MOSES |
| Prized for its silk-producing abilities,the silkworm is the larva of what type of insect? | MOTH |
| An 18th century British diplomat, Baron St. Helens lends his name to a famous American what? | MOUNTAIN |
| Based on a true story, the 2010 film "127 Hours" stars James Franco as Aron Ralston, a courageous what? | MOUNTAIN CLIMBER |
| In 2010,what food mascot was given a makeover and new voice,courtesy of Robert Downey Jr.? | MR.PEANUT |
| Responsible for "artist and repertoire," an A & R person is a powerful figure in what industry? | MUSIC |
| Featured on a jokey apron,"Dijon Vu" is defined as "the feeling that you've had this" what "before"? | MUSTARD |
| Which of these reality shows is hosted by visual effects experts Jamie Hynamen and Adam Savage? | MYTHBUSTERS |
| In the world of politics,the accusatory acronym RINO stands for "Republican In" what? | NAME ONLY |
| Who designed the famous black and red dress worn by Michelle Obama the night of the 2008 election? | NARCISCO RODRIGUEZ |
| Which of these brave actresses appeared in a 2006 movie in which her head was shaved on screen? | NATALIE PORTMAN |
| In the classic story "Peter Pan," what does Wendy use to reattach Peter's shadow? | NEEDLE AND THREAD |
| In what U.S. state does the U.S. own the highest percentage of land, over 80 percent? | NEVADA |
| Since 1991,the Burning Man festival has been held in the late summer in what U.S. state? | NEVADA |
| Which of these U.S. cities is primarily serviced by a major airport named for jazz great Louis Armstrong? | NEW ORLEANS |
| What U.S. city is home to Grant's tomb, the final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant? | NEW YORK |
| In 2008, a high-profile sex scandal centered on the exposure of what elected official as "Client 9"? | NEW YORK GOVERNOR |
| Established in 1954, what Rhode Island city hosts a well-known jazz music festival every summer? | NEWPORT |
| Though a single issue costs $5.95, what weekly magazine was sold in its entirety in 2010 for only $1 | NEWSWEEK |
| At 1.98 millimeters thick, which of these U.S. coins is the thickest? | NICKEL |
| What candy bar sounds like it was named for the author of the short story "The Gift of the Magi"? | O HENRY! |
| Honolulu,the capital city of Hawaii,is located on which of its islands? | OAHU |
| Launched in 2010, Michelle Obama's initiative, "Let's Move" brings awareness to what childhood issue? | OBESITY |
| Which of the following words is spelled inCORRECTly? | OCCURENCE |
| Which of these states has a postal abbreviation that is also a commonly used exclamation? | OHIO |
| Which of the following is a classic men's toiletry brand and not one of the Spice Girls? | OLD SPICE |
| Which of the following is a classic men's toiletry brand and not one of the Spice Girls? | OLD SPICE |
| Which of these Best Picture winners is about a fictional character and not a historical figure? | OLIVER! |
| Popular in Europe and the Middle East, the leeks belong to the same family as what other vegetable? | ONION |
| Someone who "views the world though rose-colored glasses" is unusually what? | OPTIMISTIC |
| According to its mission statement,which of these universities was "founded in the fires of evangelism"? | ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY |
| Though not known to drive cats crazy,which of these herbs is classified in the same family as catnip? | OREGANO |
| "Citizen Cake," a popular bakery in San Francisco,derives its name from a classic film directed by whom? | ORSON WELLES |
| "The Adventures of Trash Gordon" is a favorite bedtime story of what "Sesame Street' character? | OSCAR |
| The city of Karachi is located in what country? | PAKISTAN |
| Traditionally worn by golfers, "plus fours" are a type of what? | PANTS |
| Which of these pieces of office equipment is widely regarded as useful for preventing identity theft? | PAPER SHREDDER |
| Which of these countries is an island nation in the Pacific and not a country in Africa? | PAPUA NEW GUINEA |
| Brackets are best described as "square-cornered" versions of what other punctuation marks? | PARENTHESES |
| In Greek mythology, who succeeded in killing Achilles? | PARIS |
| A lover of red meat and weaponry,Ron Swanson is Leslie Knope's mustachioed boss on what popular sitcom? | PARKS AND RECREATION |
| A new way to teach kids to ride, balance bikes are bicycles that are missing what part? | PEDALS |
| What does the "P" stand for in the common financial abbreviation "APR"? | PERCENTAGE |
| What classic Disney film's soundtrack features the song "Never Smile at a Crocodile"? | PETER PAN |
| Fittingly, the Liberty Bell is featured in the logo of what Major League Baseball team? | PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES |
| In response to a new immigration law, what city's NBA team donned "Los Suns" jerseys in May 2010? | PHOENIX |
| In the comic strip "Peanuts," what character is typically surrounded by clouds of dirt and dust? | PIGPEN |
| ATM's in London that offer instructions in Cockney slang ask you for your "Huckleberry Finn" instead of your what? | PIN |
| Which of these things found in nature are often classified as "angiosperms" or "gymnosperms?" | PLANTS |
| Once believed to ward off evil spirits,a Greek wedding tradition involves the ceremonious smashing of what? | PLATES |
| Texas humorist Kinky Friedman once noted, "Y'all is singular. All ya'all is plural. "All ya'alls is" is what? | PLURAL POSSESIVE |
| Which of these cooking-related words is also a verb meaning "to hunt illegally"? | POACH |
| In 2006, Russell Crowe and his wife named their newborn baby boy Tennyson, after a famous what? | POET |
| What is the name of a concise feature on Facebook that helps users get a friend's attention? | POKE |
| Because it's synthetic,which of these fabrics can be,and often is,made out of recycled plastic water bottles? | POLAR FLEECE |
| Though now made with artificial flavors, traditional grenadine syrup is made with the juice of what fruit? | POMEGRANATE |
| What world leader travels on an airplane nicknamed "Shepherd One"? | POPE |
| A popular Mexican treat, a paleta is a what? | POPSICLE |
| In what movie do Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock play sisters who also happen to be witches? | PRACTICAL MAGIC |
| In 2010,what word did Gawker coin for a star getting a "career bump without actually being an addict"? | PREHAB |
| The Secret Service reportedly refer to Malia and Sasha Obama by what code names? | RADIANCE & ROSEBUD |
| What popular dish's name is pronounced exactly like that of a well-known brand of pasta sauce? | RAGOUT |
| What movie's famous "counting cards" scene is spoofed in the 2009 comedy "The Hangover"? | RAIN MAN |
| Upon his arrival in D.C. in 2011, what newly-elected senator moved in with his congressman father Ron? | RAND PAUL |
| In a famous poem by Edgar Allen Poe, what animal repeatedly quoths the word "nevermore"? | RAVEN |
| The style of pickup truck known as a "dually" gets its name from having twice the standard number of what? | REAR WHEELS |
| From Earth, Mars appears to be what shade of color? | RED |
| Which of these brand names features two misspelled words? | REDDI-WIP |
| In the business abbreviation "R & D," the "R" stands for what? | RESEARCH |
| Which of these actors is a devout Buddhist who studied with the Dalai Lama? | RICHARD GERE |
| What 2009 hit song heavily samples a 1985 song by the band "Dead or Alive"? | RIGHT ROUND |
| Referenced in Shakespeare's nickname "the bard of Avon," the Avon is a what? | RIVER |
| Known for the hit "Mr.Roboto," the band Styx shares its name with a famous what in Greek mythology? | RIVER |
| The MTV reality show "The Challenge" began as a combination of "The Real World" and what other show? | ROAD RULES |
| The 1920 play "R.U.R" by the Czech writer Karel Capek is credited with introducing what technological term? | ROBOT |
| Because he produced over 350 low-budget films,what filmmaker is known as the "King of the B-Movies"? | ROGER CORMAN |
| With the help of Martin Luther,the 16th-century Reformation began as a movement to reform what? | ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH |
| Which of these European cities was built thousands of years ago atop seven hills? | ROME |
| What member of Congress is also an OBGYN who claims to have delivered more than 4000 babies? | RON PAUL |
| The first U.S. presidential election in which Barack Obama was eligible to vote was won by whom? | RONALD REAGAN |
| The musical "Million Dollar Quartet" depicts a legendary 1956 jam session by all but which of these artists? | ROY ORBISON |
| "It is better to have 100 friends than 100 rubles" is a proverb in what country? | RUSSIA |
| Which of these languages uses the Cyrillic alphabet? | RUSSIAN |
| In lunch counter lingo,what kind of bread does a customer get if his sandwich is "on whiskey?" | RYE |
| Someone who compliments you by saying they like "the cut of your jib" is using a phrase borrowed from what field? | SAILING |
| In alternative medicine, halotherapy is a treatment that replicates what natural environment's health benefits? | SALT CAVE |
| In New Orleans, the "po boy" is a signature style of what? | SANDWICH |
| What popular movie was based on a 1976 magazine article about the 2001 Odyssey nightclub? | SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER |
| One of at least 50 children born to a construction mogul,Osama Bin Laden was,until 1994,a citizen of what country? | SAUDI ARABIA |
| Which of these words features the chemical symbols for sulfur, gold, and sodium? | SAUNA |
| Which of these fashion accessory names is sometimes used as a verb to mean eating very quickly? | SCARF |
| On a memorable episode of "Seinfeld," Jerry is reprimanded for making out with his girlfriend during what movie? | SCHINDLER'S LIST |
| Which of these ocean-dwelling creatures is named for its equine profile? | SEA HORSE |
| A thickening agent used in ice cream,agar is essentially powdered what? | SEAWEED |
| Though it doesn't contain egg or cream, an "egg cream" traditionally contains which of the following? | SELTZER WATER |
| In a tradition inspired by the Bible, a sabbatical leave is usually taken once every how many years? | SEVEN |
| Which of these is the CORRECT name of a popular brand of eco-friendly household products? | SEVENTH GENERATION |
| In a 2006 hit single,Justin Timberlake repeatedly claims to be "bringing" what "back"? | SEXY |
| What fictional character is often depicted smoking a distinctively-shaped calabash pipe? | SHERLOCK HOLMES |
| In Spanish cuisine,the dish "gambas al ajillo" is literally what main ingredient in garlic sauce? | SHRIMP |
| A type of thick-crusted, rectangular pizza is named after what region in Italy? | SICILY |
| Named for the artist who famously photographed it,Mount Ansal Adams is a peak in what U.S. mountain range? | SIERRA NEVADA |
| On "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" soundtrack, Renee Fleming sings in what language? | SINDARIN |
| A classic 1969 work by poet Maya Angelou is titled "I Know Why The Caged Bird" what? | SINGS |
| A unicorn, a ram, and a triceratops have how many horns altogether? | SIX |
| The letter "S" is directly printed on individual pieces of what brand of candy? | SKITTLES |
| Appropriately,the Spanish word for heaven,"cielo," is also the word for what? | SKY |
| Born in England, musician Saul Hudson is better known by what stage name? | SLASH |
| What U.S. institution is nicknamed "The Nation's Attic"? | SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTE |
| What candies are described on their packaging as "semisweet chocolate nonpareils?" | SNO-CAPS |
| Seen at sporting events near you,MetLife Insurance's blimp has what call sign? | SNOOPY ONE |
| In 2010, Oprah hosted a reunion special for "The Color Purple," in which she talked about playing what role? | SOFIA |
| Perhaps best known in its computerized version,Klondike is a popular variety of what card game? | SOLITAIRE |
| In 2009, the U.S. Navy rescued Captain Richard Phillips from pirates off the coast of what nation? | SOMALIA |
| One of Hollywood's funniest movie quotes,"Well,nobody's perfect!" is the last line of what classic film? | SOME LIKE IT HOT |
| The term "Tin Pan Alley" originally referred to a New York City district famously associated with what industry? | SONGWRITING |
| Despite how its spelled,what state's capital name is properly pronounced "PEER"? | SOUTH DAKOTA |
| "Kim" and "Park are two of the most common family names in which of these Asian countries? | SOUTH KOREA |
| A dish usually consisting of marinated meat,poultry or fish,satay was originally popularized in what part of the world? | SOUTHEAST ASIA |
| What company's longtime slogan is "You are now free to move about the country"? | SOUTHWEST AIRLINES |
| On a standard computer keyboard, what key usually lacks any number or symbol to indicate its function? | SPACE BAR |
| Which of these pastas derives its name from an Italian word meaning "little twine"? | SPAGHETTI |
| A crowd of people are running away from a bull on the cover of the 2008 Fodor's guide to what country? | SPAIN |
| Eva Longoria once sadly noted that the only bilingual cartoon character of her youth was who? | SPEEDY GONZALES |
| The name of a famous grocery brand, "Spam" is a combination of "ham" and what word? | SPICED |
| As its name suggests, Wookieepedia is an online source of information about what sci-fi movie series? | STAR WARS |
| Which of these 80s action icons is not featured in the 2010 action flick "The Expendables"? | STEVEN SEAGAL |
| The mortarboard hat seen at graduations shares its name with a tool used by which of these craftsmen? | STONEMASON |
| A "potbelly" is an old-fashioned type of what household appliance? | STOVE |
| The double bass is a low-pitched member of what musical instrument family? | STRING |
| Who holds the record for the longest Senate speech, spending 24 hrs attacking a famous Civil Rights bill? | STROM THURMOND |
| Sipping water through a straw is a very basic example of what scientific principle at work? | SUCTION |
| Deoxiribose, a main component of DNA, is a type of what? | SUGAR |
| Noted for its grainy texture, sucanet is an alleged healthier version of what common kitchen ingredient? | SUGAR |
| What comedy movie once inspired a line of T-shirts bearing the boastful slogan "I am McLovin"? | SUPERBAD |
| "TomKitten" is a tabloid nickname for a celebrity kid with what first name? | SURI |
| Home to a large global banking industry, Zurich is the most populated city of what country? | SWITZERLAND |
| Manufactured in the U.S.,Chinet is a brand that specializes in what disposable item? | TABLEWARE |
| What fast food chain was the target of a 2011 class action lawsuit that claimed there wasn't enough beef in its beef? | TACO BELL |
| What traditional M&M's Milk Chocolate candy color was replaced by blue in 1995? | TAN |
| Bearnaise, a classic French sauce served with steak, is traditionally flavored with which of these herbs? | TARRAGON |
| "Calculus" is another name for what dental problem? | TARTAR |
| In tabloid gossip,the term "new ink" refers to a star's newly acquired what? | TATTOO |
| In England,a "hackney carriage" is another name for a what? | TAXI CAB |
| Which of these overused words on Lake Superior University's "Banished Words" list was added last? | TEACHABLE MOMENT |
| Meaning "one who has gone before," the Japanese word "sensei" is often used to mean what? | TEACHER |
| What baseball legend shares his name with a "golden voiced' homeless man who shot to national fame in 2011? | TED WILLIAMS |
| The classic song "Chattanooga Choo Choo" immortalized a train station located in what Southern state? | TENNESSEE |
| Michael Jordan has appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated magazine playing all but which of these sports? | TENNIS |
| The snail Bufonaria borisbeckeri was named by a German researcher in honor of a champion in what sport? | TENNIS |
| Creator of a famous sportswear brand,Rene Lacoste was a French champion in the 1920s in what sport? | TENNIS |
| On a classic "Seinfeld" episode,what future "desperate housewife" declared "They're real,and they're spectacular"? | TERI HATCHER |
| In 2007,what U.S. state acknowledged the town of Robstown as the birthplace of the "Hold 'Em" style of poker? | TEXAS |
| In the world of reality television, who is Patti Stanger? | THE "MILLIONAIRE MATCHMAKER" |
| What classic Alfred Hitchcock film is set primarily in the seaside town of Bodega Bay, California? | THE BIRDS |
| Due to its political content, which of these comics was often published in newspapers' op-ed sections? | THE BLOOMDOONS |
| In a memorable scene from "Mad Men," Don Draper pitches what actual name for a Kodak slide projector? | THE CAROUSEL |
| In 1587, what family gave birth to Virginia, the first English child born in the Americas? | THE DARES |
| Which of these well-known nicknames is not commonly used to refer to a former U.S. President? | THE DONALD |
| Which of these classic films was directed by Diane Sawyer's husband? | THE GRADUATE |
| Actor Paul Rudd had roles in all but which of the following comedy blockbusters? | THE HANGOVER |
| Since the mid 1970s, singer Tom Petty has performed with what musical band? | THE HEARTBREAKERS |
| The first female to receive the honor, Kathryn Bigelow received a Best Director Oscar in 2010 for what film? | THE HURT LOCKER |
| What classic song features the distinctive chant, "a-wimoweh, a wimoweh, a-wimoweh?" | THE LION SLEEPS TONIGHT |
| Actress Mackenzie Phillips is the daughter of John Phillips,a singer from what popular music group? | THE MAMAS & THE PAPAS |
| What classic TV show's open features the title character triumphantly flinging her hat into the air? | THE MARY TYLER MOORE SHOW |
| In 2011,what country announced plans to close its notorious marijuana-peddling "coffee shops" to tourists? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| "Pinoy Idol" and "Pinoy Big Brother" are what country's version of the popular reality shows? | THE PHILLIPPINES |
| What 2009 big screen comedy features Betty White as a wacky grandmother? | THE PROPOSAL |
| Which of these '90s movies shares a main character with the best-selling novel "Hannibal Rising"? | THE SILENCE OF LAMBS |
| Which of these patriotic songs was written by a person whose last name ends with the letters "U-S-A?" | THE STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER |
| All three of the popular "CSI" TV dramas feature theme songs performed by what rock band? | THE WHO |
| What U.S. president famously declared that he felt as "strong as a bull moose?" | THEODORE ROOSEVELT |
| Who was sworn in as a Supreme Court justice13 years after winning "Brown v. Board of Education"? | THURGOOD MARSHALL |
| In cooking, recipes commonly call for "sprigs" of which of these ingredients? | THYME |
| On the classic TV series "The Brady Bunch,"what is the name of the Brady family dog? | TIGER |
| A 2011 box set celebrates the 13-film collaboration between composer Danny Elfman and what film director? | TIM BURTON |
| Though a female turkey is called a hen,a male is known not as a rooster but as a what? | TOM |
| What is the name of MySpace's president,who is included as the first "friend" for every new member? | TOM ANDERSON |
| Including the 2006 film "The Queen," actor Michael Sheen has portrayed what politician 3 different times? | TONY BLAIR |
| Of the following Tonys,who is the only won to have won a Tony Award? | TONY KUSHNER |
| Founded in 1958, the FAA is a government agency controlled by what U.S. department? | TRANSPORTATION |
| By definition, what shape is a gable roof? | TRIANGULAR |
| In "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure" Pee-Wee memorably interrupts the filming of what metal band's music video? | TWISTED SISTER |
| Which of these candy bars was once marked with the slogan "Two for me,none for you"? | TWIX |
| "Handheld collapsible canopy" is a very brief definition of which of these words? | UMBRELLA |
| Which of these words features four consecutive letters in alphabetical order? | UNDERSTUDY |
| The U.S. Constitution begins "We the People of the United States,in order to form a more perfect" what? | UNION |
| The Australian flag features what country's flag in its upper left-hand corner? | UNITED KINGDOM |
| In England, the term "Oxbridge" is used to refer collectively to the country's two best-known what? | UNIVERSITIES |
| What university lists its official colors as "Madonna blue and papal gold"? | UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME |
| What does the "V" stand for in the name of the QVC cable shopping network? | VALUE |
| What Canadian city's streets saw riots after their beloved Canucks lost the 2011 Stanley Cup to the Boston Bruins? | VANCOUVER |
| Which of these nouns does not function as a one-word definition for the word "teddy"? | VEHICLE |
| A hand gripping the Holy Grail is depicted on pints of what Ben & Jerry's ice cream flavor? | VERMONTY PYTHON |
| Benjamin Franklin once quipped that what government post should be addressed as "Your Superfluous Excellency"? | VICE PRESIDENT |
| In the classic T.V. series "The Waltons," the Walton family lives in which U.S. state? | VIRGINIA |
| "Enriched flour" is flour that has which of the following added to it? | VITAMINS |
| In 2010, what Fortune 500 company overtook Royal Dutch Shell to become the largest in the world? | WALMART |
| Which of these Ben and Jerry's flavors was named after a key figure in the 1969 Woodstock festival? | WAVY GRAVY |
| Which of these breeds of dogs takes it name from the region in Germany where it was originally bred? | WEIMARANER |
| Song parodist Alfred Matthew Yankovic is better known by what nickname? | WEIRD AL |
| A large bridge spanning the New River Gorge is depicted on the commemorative quarter of what U.S. state? | WEST VIRGINIA |
| Cape Wrangell is located at what extreme point in the U.S.? | WESTERNMOST |
| Both "gam" and "pod" are terms used to describe what group of animals? | WHALES |
| Which of these fast food chains specializes in miniature hamburgers known as "sliders"? | WHITE CASTLE |
| Which of these famous phrases was chanted throughout the New Orleans Saints' Super Bowl victory in 2010? | WHO DAT |
| Which of these popular '80s sitcoms shares its names with a TV game show that aired in the '50s? | WHO'S THE BOSS? |
| By definition, a person whose mouth is "agape"has a mouth that is what? | WIDE OPEN |
| Muscatel is a sweet-flavored type of what? | WINE |
| An oenophile is a person who enjoys what? | WINE |
| Dubbed "The Angriest Man in the World," viral video star Jack Rebney is better known as what? | WINNEBAGO MAN |
| "The Widows Of Eastwick" is the follow-up novel to a 1984 work with which of these words in its title? | WITCHES |
| The 1983 holiday film "A Christmas Story" memorably features a kitsch floor lamp in the shape of a what? | WOMAN'S LEG |
| In a 2002 hit, Grammy-winning artist John Mayer sings "your body is a" what? | WONDERLAND |
| Since the show premiered in 2002,"CSI:Miami" has used what song by The Who as its opening theme? | WON'T GET FOOLED AGAIN |
| A nurse takes a person's radial pulse by feeling what part of the body? | WRIST |
| An alternate to Equal or Sweet'N Low,Splenda is a sugar substitute that comes in what color packets? | YELLOW |
| Named for the expensive spice, the color saffron is what hue? | YELLOW-ORANGE |
| "Help you I can" is an example of what Star Wars character's famously "inverted manner of speaking"? | YODA |
| The Red Cross estimates that how much blood is collected during a typical donation? | 1 PINT |
| In 2010,the space shuttle Atlantis honored Isaac Newton by carrying what into space? | A PIECE OF AN APPLE TREE |
| As demonstrated by Egyptian protesters in 2011, Arabs consider it disrespectful to wave which of these at someone? | A SHOE |
| By far the rarest, only 1 percent of the U.S. population has what blood type? | AB NEGATIVE |
| "Potent potable" is a fancy phrase that refers to which of the following? | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES |
| To prevent fires, consumers are often warned not to use which of these products in a microwave oven? | ALUMINUM FOIL |
| Who is Curtis Stone? | AN AUSTRIAN CELEBRITY CHEF |
| Claire Danes won an Emmy for playing Temple Grandin, a real-life autism advocate and expert in what field? | ANIMAL BEHAVIOR |
| While First Lady,Nancy Reagan regularly enlisted the help of Joan Quigley,a San Francisco what? | ASTROLOGER |
| IN the UK, new parents often refer to which of these everyday objects as a "pram"? | BABY CARRIAGE |
| "Runaway," a sprawling 35-minute musical film by Kanye West,prominently features what performers? | BALLERINAS |
| Introduced in 1977, KC Masterpiece is a leading brand of which of the following? | BARBECUE SAUCE |
| Because it resembles the exercise equipment, tongue-piercing jewelry is often referred to as a what? | BARBELL |
| Hirsutism is a medical condition common among which of these circus performers? | BEARDED LADIES |
| What physical characteristic is also known as "a nevus"? | BIRTHMARK |
| According to its author, which of these books was written to promote kindness toward horses? | BLACK BEAUTY |
| Traditionally served on New Year's Day,Hoppin' John is a popular Southern side dish made with what type of bean? | BLACK-EYED PEAS |
| In the popular diet book "Eat Right 4 Your Type," what is the "type" the author wants you to "eat right for"? | BLOOD TYPE |
| Where on a personal check can you typically find its nine-digit ABA or "routing number"? | BOTTOM LEFT CORNER |
| Bill Clinton once said that climbing Kilimanjaro and running a marathon were two items on his what? | BUCKET LIST |
| Which of these slang phrases means roughly the same thing as “put the pedal to the metal”? | BURN RUBBER |
| In order to "ford" a stream, how does a person cross it? | BY WADING |
| Taking its name from the "thirty-mile zone" around Hollywood, TMZ.com is devoted to what subject? | CELEBRITY GOSSIP |
| In publishing,what nickname is commonly used for novels that are geared toward a female readership? | CHICK LIT |
| In 2008, "Subway Guy" Jared Fogle went on a "Tour de Pants" to raise awareness about what issue? | CHILDHOOD OBESITY |
| In the Bizet opera, "Carmen," the flirtatious Carmen works in what type of establishment? | CIGARETTE FACTORY |
| The phrase "Dawn of a new era" includes the names of two popular brands of what? | CLEANING PRODUCTS |
| A national dish of Thailand, Pad Thai is traditionally made with all but which of these ingredients? | COCONUT MILK |
| In math, a ratio is commonly written as two numbers separated by which of these punctuation marks? | COLON |
| With roughly 1 in 10 companies giving employees the day off,what is the least-observed major U.S. holiday? | COLUMBUS DAY |
| Actor Matthew Perry shares his first and last name with a famous American who held what U.S. post? | COMMODORE OF THE NAVY |
| In the courtroom expression "pleading the Fifth," the word "Fifth" refers to a what? | CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT |
| Popular in India, a tandoor is a clay structure used for what purpose? | COOKING FOOD |
| To reduce the risk of a bladder infection,many experts advise drinking what tannin-rich beverage? | CRANBERRY JUICE |
| Named for the Fair Isaac Corporation, a FICO score measures a person's what? | CREDIT RATING |
| By definition, which of these popular craft hobbies involves the use of a hooked needle? | CROCHET |
| The cable series "American Chopper" features a father and son who specialize in what? | CUSTOMIZING MOTORCYCLES |
| The NBA'S Philadelphia 76ers are named for the year what historic document was signed? | DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE |
| A task performed on the reality show "Top Chef," a brunoise is made by doing what? | DICING VEGETABLES |
| Breathalyzer test results are often introduced as evidence in cases involving which of these crimes? | DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE |
| The copying method that gave rise to Xeroxes,"xerography" derives its name from Greek words meaning what? | DRY WRITING |
| In 2004,Douglas Hamilton and Antonio Burr reenacted what 1804 event between their ancestors? | DUEL |
| British General James Brudenell, the namesake of a popular style of sweater, held which of these titles? | EARL OF CARDIGAN |
| Also called the "cone of shame," the plastic collar often worn by dogs after a medical procedure is named what? | ELIZABETHAN COLLAR |
| By definition,a diurnal event occurs how often? | EVERY DAY |
| In 2004, the FDA approved Botox injections as a treatment for what? | EXCESSIVE SWEATING |
| Meaning "they go out",what Latin term do playwrights use to indicate that actors should leave the stage? | EXEUNT |
| In 2010, Apple introduces a video calling service for the iphone 4 with what snappy name? | FACETIME |
| Though airing in different decades, which of these TV shows featured the same actor as a main character? | FAMILY TIES AND SPIN CITY |
| Which of these slang phrases means "to contribute money to a special collection"? | FEED THE KITTY |
| As its name suggests,the Web site 1040.com allows users to do which of the following online? | FILE TAXES |
| In addition to a golden globe,the Golden Globe Awards statuette features a what? | FILM STRIP |
| As depicted in the "Iron Man" movies,which of these is one of Iron Man's superpowers? | FLIGHT |
| Which of these phrases does not appear in the famous last line of the Gettysburg Address? | FROM THE PEOPLE |
| David Letterman and Madonna are two celebrities known for having a diastema, the medical term for a what? | GAP BETWEEN TEETH |
| Pointillism,a painting technique involving tiny dots of color,was pioneered by what French artist? | GEORGES SEURAT |
| In music industry lingo, an artist's record "drops" when it what? | GETS RELEASED |
| In the 1979 hit song "Escape," what does the singer claim to like in addition to pina coladas? | GETTING CAUGHT IN THE RAIN |
| The legendary Heisman trophy features a helmeted player in what distinctive pose? | GIVING A STIFF_ARM |
| Banksy, a wildly popular contemporary artist, is best known for what kind of works? | GRAFFITI PAINTINGS |
| A scholar who is a classicist deals primarily with texts originally written in what languages? | GREEK AND LATIN |
| In France,"haricot vert" is the term used for which of these vegetables? | GREEN BEAN |
| "Ursus arctos horribilis" is the scientific name for what kind of bear? | GRIZZLY BEAR |
| R&B singer Robin Thicke is the son of a famous TV actor,best known for what '80s sitcom? | GROWING PAINS |
| What's unusual about the way Ziggy, the loveable comic strip character, is commonly depicted? | HE DOESN'T WEAR PANTS |
| Not as pleasant as it sounds, giving someone a "Glasgow kiss" means doing what to them? | HEADBUTTING THEM |
| According to reality star Mike"The Situation" Sorrentino,"The Situation" refers to what muscular body part? | HIS ABS |
| Due to its unique chemical qualities, which of these foods can remain edible for centuries if sealed from moisture? | HONEY |
| Each year, the Bram Stoke awards are presented to writers of what literary genre? | HORROR |
| Because it focuses on the relationship of its two male stars, which of these films is called a "bromance"? | I LOVE YOU MAN |
| In the movie "Arthur," what does Arthur say to elicit his butler's famously dry response "I'll alert the media"? | I'M GOING TO TAKE A BATH |
| Due to its history, New York's Ellis Island is home to a museum focusing on what subject? | IMMIGRATION |
| The voice actor Don LaFontaine was famous for what signature phrase, often heard in movie trailers? | IN A WORLD... |
| Where would you find a widow's peak? | IN SOMEONE'S HAIRLINE |
| In restaurant lingo,a server who is falling behind is said to be where? | IN THE WEEDS |
| In a nod to her Spice Girl nickname, Melanie Brown's 2010 reality TV series is subtitled what? | IT'S A SCARY WORLD |
| If your astrological sign is the one that comes first alphabetically,then when is your birthday? | JANUARY OR FEBRUARY |
| In 2010, what formerly married couple announced their respective engagements within days of each other? | JESSICA SIMPSON & NICK LACHEY |
| Which of these non-common disorders did not exist until the 20th century? | JET LAG |
| During his presidency, Bill Clinton added which of these amenities to the White House? | JOGGING TRACK |
| Named for a Shakespeare character, a balcony roughly large enough for one person to use is called a what? | JULIET BALCONY |
| Introduced in 1913, what popular childrens' toy derives its name from the Roman god of love? | KEWPIE DOLLS |
| A peace treaty has never been signed for which of these major conflicts? | KOREAN WAR |
| Which of the following is equal to the number to the total number of days in a fortnight? | LINES IN A SONNET |
| Which of these terms for a writing implement is actually a brandname trademarked in 1957? | MAGIC MARKER |
| Because it contains liquid, passengers may not carry which of these New York souvenirs on board an airplane? | MANHATTAN SNOW GLOBE |
| On which date do all the places in the Earth experience 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness? | MARCH 21ST |
| For a holiday promotion, TravelLodge offered a free "room at the inn" for couples whose first names were what? | MARY AND JOSEPH |
| With roughly 8000 residents, what is the smallest state capital in the United States? | MONTPELIER VT |
| A winter time staple,red wine that has been warmed and flavored with spices is called what? | MULLED WINE |
| The inspiration for the trademarked term "Botox," Botulinum toxin is commonly used to treat what? | MUSCLE SPASMS |
| Who is Rick Rubin? | MUSIC PRODUCER |
| Which of these would be an appropriate response to the Spanish question "Que tal"? | MUY BIEN |
| The Latin phrase "mea culpa" is closest in meaning to which of these modern slang phrases? | MY BAD |
| "Sixteen coaches long" is a lyric in an Elvis Presley song titled what? | MYSTERY TRAIN |
| Which of these gases is not considered one of the "greenhouse gases" believed to contribute to global warming? | NEON |
| Which of these is a common slang term meaning "an extremely short period of time"? | NEW YORK MINUTE |
| A 2010 study found that nearly 70% of what imported item failed to live up to its claims of being "extra virgin"? | OLIVE OIL |
| Selling high-end cookware since 1972, the name of retail company Sur La Table in French means what? | ON THE TABLE |
| Selling high-end cookware since 1972,the name of retail company Sur La Table is French for what? | ON THE TABLE |
| When a person is at rest,about how long does it take for all of his blood to circulate through his heart? | ONE MINUTE |
| Due to the appearance of the numbers, what poker hand is slangily known as "snowmen"? | PAIR OF EIGHTS |
| Trial lawyers often refer to the false expectation that a witness will confess under cross-examination as what? | PERRY MASON SYNDROME |
| What TV cartoon centers on two stepbrothers,their pet platypus and an evil scientist named Dr.Doofenshmirtz? | PHINEAS AND FERB |
| Which of these French terms is used to refer to the main exhibit in a collection? | PIECE DE RESISTANCE |
| On the E! reality TV series, "The Girls Next Door," who are the girls next door? | PLAYBOY MODELS |
| A 2009 New York Times article coined the term "Ralph Kramden" to refer to what physical trait? | POT BELLY |
| Hillary Clinton's 1996 bestseller was based on the African proverb "It takes a whole village to" do what? | RAISE A CHILD |
| Who is Marshall Bruce Mathers III? | RAP STAR EMINEM |
| The word "discotheque" comes from a French word meaning what? | RECORD LIBRARY |
| The name of Louisiana's state capital,Baton Rouge,is a French phrase meaning what? | RED STICK |
| Considered good for the heart, tannis are compounds found primarily in which of these beverages? | RED WINE |
| Which of these phrases is commonly used to describe a person who is emotional and creative? | RIGHT-BRAINED |
| Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome is an unpleasant sports injury commonly known as what? | RUNNER'S KNEE |
| When digesting one's food,which of these steps in the digestion process occurs first? | SALIVARY DIGESTION |
| "Maximum Angle of Stability of a Wet Granular Pile" is a published physics study on how to build the perfect what? | SAND CASTLE |
| Grammatically speaking,which of these reality TV show titles is an imperative statement? | SAY YES TO THE DRESS |
| What is the name of the classic toy that utters lines such as "The cow says moo" with the pull of a string? | SEE N SAY |
| According to a well-known children's song "The bear went over the mountain" to do what? | SEE WHAT HE COULD SEE |
| Often used to describe something incredibly dumb online,Urban Dictionary defines "smh" as what? | SHAKING MY HEAD |
| Which of these adjectives is not included in the lyrics of the 1958 novelty song "Purple People Eater"? | SIX-LEGGED |
| Often served as an hors'd'oeuvres, a cornichon is a what? | SMALL PICKLE |
| Superstars in Great Britain,the celebrity couple "Posh and Becks" is one pop singer and one what? | SOCCER PLAYER |
| In 2010,what singer released an album featuring a philharmonic orchestra,aptly titled "Symphonicities"? | STING |
| Which of these terms of endearment are repeated throughout the Motown classic "I Can't Help Myself"? | SUGAR PIE,HONEY BUNCH |
| According to astronomers,what is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere? | SUMMER SOLSTICE |
| A famous Shakespeare sonnet begins with the question "Shall I compare thee to" what? | SUMMER'S DAY |
| As host of the Tonight Show, Johnny Carson famously ended his monologues by pretending to do what? | SWING A GOLF CLUB |
| At the National Spelling Bee,official "pronouncers" may provide all but which of the following to the spellers? | SYNONYMS |
| The author of the 2010 bestseller "Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang" also has which of these jobs? | TALK SHOW HOST |
| Which of the following values is equal to one billion? | TEN TO THE NINTH POWER |
| After her breakout role on "The Cosby Show," Raven-Symone starred in what aptly-named kids' show? | THAT'S SO RAVEN |
| On his talk show "Maury," host Maury Povich famously says to some of his guests "you are NOT" what? | THE FATHER |
| In 2010,Doris Roberts reunited with "Raymond" castmate Patricia Heaton when she guest starred on what sitcom? | THE MIDDLE |
| Which of these comedies features both Luke and Owen Wilson? | THE ROYAL TENEBAUMS |
| Both Katharine Ross and Nicole Kidman have played Joanna Eberhart, the main character from what novel? | THE STEPFORD WIVES |
| Which of these statements is true regarding Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris wines? | THEY ARE BOTH WHITE |
| By definition,a defenestrated object has been what? | THROWN OUT A WINDOW |
| The anterior fontanelle usually knows as "the soft spot"is located where on a newborn baby? | TOP OF THE HEAD |
| In a formal place setting,where should a wine glass be positioned relative to the plate? | TOP RIGHT |
| Commonly used in the shower, a loofah is the fibrous interior of which of the following? | TROPICAL GOURD |
| Founded in 1881, the Wharton School is a prestigious business school at what university? | UNIVERSITY OF PENNSLYVANIA |
| Single Awareness Day, or SAD is often celebrated as a humorous alternative to what holiday? | VALENTINE'S DAY |
| In a much-hyped 2010 event,Chelsea Clinton walked down the aisle in a wedding dress designed by whom? | VERA WANG |
| Which of these beloved comedy pairings consists of two animated characters and not two real-life people? | WALLACE AND GROMIT |
| On average, what is the most abundant gas released into the atmosphere by a volcano? | WATER VAPOR |
| Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward's book "All the President's Men" details what event in U.S. history? | WATERGATE SCANDAL |
| Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward's book "All the President's Men" details what event in U.S. history? | WATERGATE SCANDAL |
| In the 1967 film "Bonnie and Clyde," Clyde famously offers what terse description of the duo's occupation? | WE ROB BANKS |
| Which of the following is the CORRECT name for the popular breed of dog much prized by Queen Elizabeth II? | WELSH CORGI |
| "I Feel Pretty," "America," and "Tonight" are all songs featured in what classic musical? | WEST SIDE STORY |
| Which of these is a popular carnival game in which you hit mechanical critters on the head with a mallet? | WHACK-A-MOLE |
| In which of these films does Harrison Ford play a villain and not a hero? | WHAT LIES BENEATH |
| The 1980 Devo song "Whip It" suggests a person must "whip it" in all but which of these scenarios? | WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU A GONG |
| Despite being only 10 sentences long, what children's book was adapted into a 94-minute film in 2009? | WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE |
| The name for a food item popular in China, "bok choy" literally means what? | WHITE VEGETABLE |
| Actress Estelle Getty is best remembered for a TV role in which she always did which of the following? | WORE A WIG |
| In hip-hop lingo,the word "shorty" commonly refers to a what? | YOUNG WOMAN |
| "You probably think this song is about you" is a famously caustic lyric from what hit song? | YOU'RE SO VAIN |
| If a person was born in 1991, what birthday did they celebrate during the palindromic year? | 11TH |
| Which of these characteristics must be true about an Olympic-size pool? | 50 METERS LONG |
| In the 1994 movie "Speed," a bomb is set to go off as soon as a bus's speed falls below what? | 50 MPH |
| Which of these animals commonly moves around using a technique known as "knuckle-walking"? | CHIMPANZEES |
| Clocking in at over 8 minutes,what psychedelic Beatles track is by far the longest the group has ever recorded? | REVOLUTION 9 |
| "Lands End," a mansion in Long Island built in 1902, is said to have inspired a fancy home in what classic novel? | THE GREAT GATSBY |
| By definition, someone who is "skirling" is playing what type of musical instrument? | BAGPIPES |
| In the Oscar-nominated 2009 movie "Fantastic Mr. Fox," who voices Mr. Fox? | GEORGE CLOONEY |
| What is the primary setting of the 1975 classic film "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest | MENTAL HOSPITAL |
| Which of these states is longer from east to west than it is from north to south? | NEBRASKA |
| As of 2010, what is the only state that does not have mandatory seat belt law for adults? | NEW HAMPSHIRE |
| What country's two official languages are French and Creole? | HAITI |
| What nut is a primary ingredient in the chocolate-flavored spread Nutella? | HAZELNUT |
| During deep sleep, a healthy adult's brain emits which of these kind of waves? | DELTA |
| On airplanes,a person's ears "pop" because of air moving through what part of the body? | EUSTACHIAN TUBE |
| In 2010, what company's founder surprisingly donated $100 million to the public schools of Newark, NJ? | |
| Which of these terms is used to refer to things that are suitable for either gender? | UNISEX |
| The five interlocking rings on the Olympic flag are representative of what? | CONTINENTS |
| Years before starring in the movie "Enchanted," what actress worked briefly as a Hooters waitress? | AMY ADAMS |
| The logo for the Goodyear tire company features the winged foot of what Roman god? | MERCURY |
| In Apple's slogan, "There's an app for that," the "app" mentioned is short for what? | APPLICATION |
| Cavendish is the most popular supermarket variety of what fruit? | BANANA |
| Considered one of the world's greatest soccer players, Cristiano Ronaldo hails from what country? | PORTUGAL |
| The lambada is a spirited ballroom dance originating in what country? | BRAZIL |
| In 1997, what state passed a law allowing its residents to cast absentee ballots from space? | TEXAS |
| Which of the following classic sitcom characters had only sisters for siblings? | THEO HUXTABLE |
| Fittingly,which of these popular 20th century authors is buried in Tarzana,California? | EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS |
| The 2006 movie "Dreamgirls" stars what pop singer as Deena Jones,the leader of a 1960s soul trio? | BEYONCE |
| Closely related to a wallaby and another marsupial, a wallaroo is native to what continent? | AUSTRALIA |
| Doppler is the team mascot of what WNBA franchise? | SEATTLE STORM |
| Named for the writer who first popularized it,what questionnaire appears in issues of "Vanity Fair"? | PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE |
| In which of these countries might you find "gauchos" riding horses across lowlands called "pampas" ? | ARGENTINA |
| Which of these nouns is not commonly used as a slang verb meaning "to dismiss from a job"? | HORN |
| Thought to be a combination of "simon" and "napoleon," "simoleon" is an old-fashioned slang term for a what? | DOLLAR BILL |
| Someone who performs a handspring properly will finish by landing on what part of his or her body? | FEET |
| Because of their unique shape, TiVo remote controls are often playfully referred to as what? | PEANUTS |
| Which of these ocean-dwelling creatures is named for its equine profile? | OCTOPUS |
| A dangerous type of what bug gets its name from the port town of Taranto, Italy? | SPIDER |
| Which of these European capitals is not located along the Danube river? | BERN |
| Before beginning her solo career, Aimee Mann was the lead singer of what 1980s pop band? | TIL TUESDAY |
| At five feet eleven inches, Michelle Obama is tied with whom for tallest First Lady? | ELEANOR ROOSEVELT |
| About "boys, drama, and best friends" in 2010 what reality star announced her upcoming novel, "A Shore Thing?" | NICOLE "SNOOKIE" POLIZZI |
| The 2010 headline "Chaz is the Man" refers to the recent major life change of what pop diva's eldest child? | CHER |
| By definition, a snickerdoodle is a what? | COOKIE |
| The iconic logo for Paramount Pictures features the summit of a mountain encircled by 22 what? | SNOWFLAKES |
| Which of these U.S. cities is located in the tri-state region known as "Ark-la-Tx"? | SHREVEPORT |
| When an NFL head coach chooses to challenge a referee's ruling,he throws what color "flag" onto the field? | RED |
| In Robert Louis Stevenson's novel "Treasure Island," Long John Silver has a pet parrot named what? | CAPTAIN FLINT |
| In "The Star-Spangled Banner," the adjective "perilous" is used to describe what word? | FIGHT |
| In the late 1800s, William "Boss" Tweed led a corrupt political machine centered in what U.S. city? | NEW YORK |
| What country is famous for the scenic fjords that line its shores? | NORWAY |
| What TV drama's opening narration begins, "My name is Michael Weston. I used to be a spy, until..." | BURN NOTICE |
| Though he often just goes by his first name,celebrity physician Dr.Drew has what surname? | PINSKY |
| Contestants on the singoff in 2010, the Whiffenpoofs are an a capella group from what university? | YALE |
| Named for a city in Poland,what food has been described as "a bagel that's lost inside a Polish joke"? | BIALY |
| Since 1916, Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest has been held annually at what iconic New York locale? | CONEY ISLAND |
| According to legend,the ghosts of Anne Boleyn and Sir Walter Raleigh haunt what London landmark? | TOWER OF LONDON |
| The Lido deck on a cruise ship takes its name from a historic seaside resort area in what city? | VENICE,ITALY |
| What presidential last name can be typed using just the right-hand side of a standard keyboard? | POLK |
| As of 2011,which of the following has never been the title of a reality show about making cakes? | CAKE MIX |
| Which of these branches of mathematics would a student most likely learn first? | ARITHMETIC |
| Which of these animals has the longest gestation period, lasting an average over 20 months? | ELEPHAND |
| Besides elephants and rhinoceroses,what other animals are considered pachyderms? | HIPPOPOTAMUSES |
| Which of these countries lies in the coffee-producing region of the world known as the "bean belt"? | COLUMBIA |
| Though it later became associated with Christie Brinkley, Billy Joel's hit "Uptown Girl" was originally about whom? | ELLE MACPHERSON |
| Referring to an old-fashioned term for feline appreciation,which of these is the name of a long-running magazine? | CAT FANCY |
| First found in the U.S. in 1999,West Nile virus is primarily transmitted by what? | MOSQUITOES |
| Which of these trademarked kitchen products is a form of acrylic? | CORIAN |
| Until his abrupt dismissal in 2011, John Galliano had been head designer of what fashion house since 1996? | CHRISTIAN DIOR |
| In the 2004 movie "Sideways," wine lover Miles adamantly states that he will not drink what varietal? | MERLOT |
| The name of the restaurant chain Au Bon Pain is a French expression meaning "place of good" what? | BREAD |
| In hiking, the marks on trees that indicate the trail are called what? | BLAZES |
| What fashion designer is typically credited with inventing "the little black dress"? | COCO CHANEL |
| Which of these actors is a devout Buddhist who has studied with the Dalai Lama? | RICHARD GERE |
| At Disneyland Paris,"Le Chateau de la Belle au Bois Dormant" is the castle for what fairy tale heroine? | SLEEPING BEAUTY |
| The adrenal,thyroid and pituitary glands are important components of what bodily system? | ENDOCRINE |
| Which of these TV characters commonly buzzed friends into his home using a two-way intercom? | JERRY SEINFELD |
| "He is a very good little elephant" is a line in the popular child's tale "A Story of" who? | BABAR |
| What state contains the ten tallest peaks in the U.S. | ALASKA |
| If you wanted to visit the "Geographic Center of North America," you'd have to go to what U.S. state/ | NORTH DAKOTA |
| Myology is the scientific study of what? | MUSCLES |
| An expensive building material, particle board is made by pressing together small pieces of what? | WOOD |
| The first word of the national anthem of the U.S., "O say, can you see," is what part of speech? | INTERJECTION |
| The expression "I'll be a monkey's uncle" was popularized by skeptics of what scientist's theories? | CHARLES DARWIN |
| Which of these characters is from the 1978 movie "Grease" and not the 1988 movie "Hairspray?" | MARTY MARASCHINO |
| Which of these apple varieties shares its name with a well-known mountain in Japan? | FUJI |
| Which of these cocktails typically requires the use of a bartending tool called a muddler? | MOJITO |
| At which of these food retailers are about 80% of the products on the shelves the store's own brand? | TRADER JOE'S |
| What was the relationship of fashion designer Donatella Versace to the late Gianni Versace? | SISTER |
| A 1960s TV character played by Al Lewis, Count Vladimir Dracula is better known by what name? | GRANDPA MUNSTER |
| Which of these is a show on the Fox Business Channel, and not a USA Network drama/ | FREEDOM WATCH |
| Chevre, Montrachet, and Bucheron are all cheeses primarily made from the milk of what animal? | GOAT |
| The unconventional women of America's Jazz Age are commonly known by what nickname? | FLAPPERS |
| West Point,the oldest military academy in the United States,is located on the bank of what river? | HUDSON |
| Not surprisingly,Wiz Khalifa's rap hit "Black and Yellow" served as what NFL team's unofficial anthem in 2011? | PITTSBURGH STEELERS |
| A blanket or shawl made of colored squares sewn or crocheted together is called a what? | AFGHAN |
| Which Baldwin brother wrote "The Unusual Suspect," an account of becoming an evangelical Christian? | STEPHEN |
| As of 2010, which of these historic people has not been depicted on a Pez dispenser? | BENJAMIN FRANKLIN |
| The 1929 stock market crash occurred in what month of the year? | OCTOBER |
| "There's More Than Meets the Arch" is the former motto of what U.S. city? | ST LOUIS |
| In 2011,what 66-year-old actress beat out Elle MacPherson to win L.A. Fitness' "Body of the Year" poll? | HELEN MIRREN |
| The theme song "Eye of the Tiger" is featured in the third installment of what movie franchise? | ROCKY |
| Which of these glands are present only in a person's skin? | SWEAT |
| Which of these household appliances contains a vacuum tube called a magnetron? | MICROWAVE OVEN |
| Which of these classic fictional characters performs his on-the-job duties in a belfry? | QUASIMODO |
| Opponents of genetically modified food often refer to it by what "scary" name? | FRANKENFOOD |
| Popular at high school proms, an "upto" is a type of what? | HAIRSTYLE |
| The two countries in the world whose names come last alphabetically are both located where? | SOUTHERN AFRICA |
| What vegetable's name is an answer to the common riddle "What has eyes but cannot see"? | POTATO |
| What former president's initials are "U" and "S"? | GRANT |
| Before Barbara Bush, what First Lady's husband and son both served as U.S. president? | ABIGAIL ADAMS |
| In the 1989 movie "Field Of Dreams",a mysterious voice inspires a farmer to build what in his cornfield? | BASEBALL DIAMOND |
| Able to rotate 360 degrees,SkyCity is a restaurant at the top of what U.S. landmark? | SPACE NEEDLE |
| Which of these birds is able to fly? | FLAMINGO |
| Known as "The Flying Lady," the hood ornament on Rolls-Royces is officially called "The Spirit of" what? | ECSTASY |
| In a hit song from 1982,Thomas Dolby revealed "She Blinded Me With" what? | SCIENCE |
| Captain Edward John Smith famously piloted what historic craft? | RMS TITANIC |
| In 2008, "Saved by the Bell" alum Mario Lopez became host of what entertainment news show? | EXTRA |
| In "Twilight," Edward and Bella listen to a recording of "Claire de Lune," a famous piano piece by what composer? | CLAUDE DEBUSSY |
| In the agency abbreviation "EEOC," the first E stands for "equal" and the second stands for what? | EMPLOYMENT |
| What famous historical figure's dying words were, "Hold the cross high so I may see it through the flames"? | JOAN OF ARC |
| In a 2003 bestselling novel, Mitch Albom writes about "The Five People You Meet" where? | IN HEAVEN |
| Which of these words contains an umlaut? | DOPPELGANGER |
| In the name of the famous 1980s British band,what word follows "Psychedelic"? | FURS |
| Once dubbed "The Notorious B.A.G." by the media,Brian Austin Green starred in what '90s teen drama? | BEVERLY HILLS,90210 |
| In the film "Million Dollar Baby," Maggie wears a robe labeled "Mo Cuishle," a saying in what language? | GAELIC |
| By definition,a gullywasher is a sudden,strong what? | RAINSTORM |
| Which of these has never been the title of a reality series about people who attempt to flip houses? | ON THE FLIP SIDE |
| The Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot is located in what state? | SOUTH CAROLINA |
| Boston's Ted Williams tunnel is named in honor of a legendary player in what sport? | BASEBALL |
| A popular maker of parenting accessories, the Babybjorn company is headquartered in what country? | SWEDEN |
| Walt Whitman's poem "When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd" was written as an elegy for what notable American? | ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
| On "The Lord Of The Rings:The Return of The King" soundtrack,Renee Fleming sings in what language? | SINDARIN |
| Slangily used to describe a curvaceous woman, the Yiddish word "zaftig" literally means what? | JUICY |
| According to an old expression, "Great oaks grow from little" what? | ACORNS |
| Kiddingly referred to as the only food that is "made" backwards, Edam is a type of what? | CHEESE |
| Before starring in "Scrubs,"Sarah Chalke was dubbed "The other Becky" for her fill-in role on what TV show? | ROSEANNE |
| Founded in London in 1766,Christie's is one of the world's oldest what? | AUCTION HOUSES |
| In the wireless phone abbreviation "4G," the "G" stands for what? | GENERATION |
| What sci-fi movie depicts an ageist, futuristic world in in which people over 30 are systematically shot? | LOGAN'S RUN |
| Known for his unique batting stance, which of these Hall of Fame ball players was nicknamed "The Man"? | STANLEY FRANK MUSIAL |
| "Rocky Top" is one of the official songs of what state? | TENNESSEE |
| The 1954 work "Flag" was the first in a famous series of paintings by what American artist? | JASPER JOHNS |
| According to census data, the language most frequently spoken in U.S. homes, besides English, is what? | SPANISH |
| Responding to charges that her cuisine leads to obesity,what TV chef once said "I'm your cook,not your doctor!"? | PAULA DEEN |
| What actor's mother reportedly named him after he kicked her in the womb while she was looking at a Da Vinci painting? | LEONARDO DICAPRIO |
| What animals are some of the only adult vertebrates with the ability to regrow a limb that has been cut off? | SALAMANDERS |
| Someone or something that is given up for the common good is often called the "sacrificial" what? | LAMB |
| A blacksmith works primarily with what metal? | IRON |
| Since 1955, what has been the highest prize awarded at the Cannes Film Festival? | GOLDEN PALM |
| Buzz Aldrin served as the model for which of these popular award statuettes? | MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARD |
| Based on the childrens' books, the main characters of the Nick Jr TV show "Olivia" are what animals? | PIGS |
| In 1876, what inventor uttered the now-famous words, "Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you" ? | ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL |
| Which of these events derives its name from a Greek word meaning "to dip"? | BAPTISM |
| The TV shows "Glee," and "Freaks and Geeks" are both set at high schools named after which U.S. President? | WILLIAM MCKINLEY |
| Adding an "a" to the end of what president's surname gives the name of a wildly popular 19th-century dance? | JAMES K.POLK |
| On the TV show "Throwdown," chefs are challenged to a cook-off of their signature dish by what star chef? | BOBBY FLAY |
| A close friend of her Greek actor father,Telly Savalas was the godfather of which of these movie stars? | JENNIFER ANISTON |
| At the 1936 Olympics, Jesse Owens shocked the host nation by winning 4 golds in what event? | TRACK AND FIELD |
| A prissy blonde brat named Nellie Oleson was a memorable character on what TV show? | LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE |
| As a boy,Louisiana governor Piyush Jindal named himself "Bobby" after a character on what sitcom? | THE BRADY BUNCH |
| What is the name of Robert De Niro's star-obsessed character in the 1983 film "King of Comedy"? | RUPERT PUPKIN |
| Introduced in 1979,Croakies were designed to prevent people from losing what fashion accessory? | GLASSES |
| Who is the only person who has won Emmys for both Lead Actress in a Drama and Lead Actress in a Comedy? | EDIE FALCO |
| What animalistic sound is sung throughout the 1978 Warren Zevon hit "Werewolves of London"? | AHOOOOO! |
| The square dance move "do-si-do" is derived from the French phrase "dos-a-dos," which translates to what? | BACK-TO-BACK |
| To make paper-mache,kids traditionally dunk newspaper strips into paste made from water and what? | FLOUR |
| In 2010,country star Kenny Chesney's 40-acre home was all wet when floods washed over what city? | NASHVILLE |
| Which of these words is derived from the popular name of a notorious London mental institution? | BEDLAM |
| Dee Brown's bestselling history of the American West is titled "Bury My Heart" where? | AT WOUNDED KNEE |
| An old way of wondering if a new product or work of art will have mainstream success asks, "Will it play" here? | IN PEORIA |
| In what country do people normally answer the phone by saying "Moshi, moshi"? | JAPAN |
| Doppler is the team mascot of what WNBA franchise? | SEATTLE STORM |
| Filled with warm, slightly salty water, a neti pot is used for treating what common condition? | SINUSITUS |
| In his 1989 book "From Beirut to Jerusalem," Thomas Friedman recounts a journey he once took from Lebanon to where? | ISRAEL |
| "Two small antelopes can beat a big one" is a traditional proverb in which of these countries? | GHANA |
| People who are getting Xrays taken commonly wear protective bibs containing what metal? | LEAD |
| A muumuu is a loose-fitting dress traditionally worn where? | HAWAII |
| Named for a famous poet, Pushkin Square is a busy intersection in what world city? | MOSCOW |
| The fantastical lands of Gondor,Mordor,and the Shire feature prominently in what author's fiction? | J.R.R. TOLKIEN |
| A breakthrough in fashion,"jeggings" are leggings designed to look like what? | JEANS |
| As of 2010, Athina Rousell de Miranda is the only surviving heir to whose vast fortune? | ARISTOTLE ONASSIS |
| What musician wrote the 1989 bestseller, "Tales from Margaritaville"? | JIMMY BUFFETT |
| What tattooed celebrity has the name of his three sons, Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz, inked on his back? | DAVID BECKHAM |
| Before starring in ABC's "Modern Family," Ed O'Neill was best known for playing what classic TV dad? | AL BUNDY |
| Which of these singers could sing "EIEIO" if she sang only the vowels in her name in a row? | CELINE DION |
| What comedian's production is named Happy Madison, a play on the titles of his two films? | ADAM SANDLER |
| In 1984, the NBA Championship Trophy was renamed to honor what legendary NBA Commissioner? | LARRY O'BRIEN |
| In 2010, what philanthropist announced plans to give away 99 percent of his estimated $47 billion fortune? | WARREN BUFFETT |
| In 1966, rock guitarist James Hendrix officially changed the spelling of his first name to what? | JIMI |
| Because he shares his name with his late father,what NASCAR superstar is popularly known as "Junior"? | DALE EARNHARDT |
| Retired New York Yankees uniform number 3 belonged to which baseball great? | BABE RUTH |
| What football icon lends his name to one of the top-selling video franchises of all time? | JOHN MADDEN |
| The 2010 documentary "4192:The Crowning of the Hit King" examines the career of what legendary athlete? | PETE ROSE |
| What actor delivers the oft-misquoted line, That dirty, double-crossing rat" in the 1931 film "Blonde Crazy"? | JAMES CAGNEY |
| Fluent in French, what actress often dubs her own lines for the French language versions of her films? | JODIE FOSTER |
| In the United States,National African American History Month is celebrated when? | FEBRUARY |
| Translating to "Fashion Dispatch," what 80s band took its name from a French fashion magazine? | DEPECHE MODE |
| Which of these poultry-peddling fast food chains is famous for always being closed on Sundays? | CHICK FIL A |
| La Petite Roche, a riverside rock formation once used for navigation, inspired the name of what state's capital? | ARKANSAS |
| Which of these grocery items is commonly sold in a container that features a gabled top? | MILK |
| "Fierce," "ferosh," and "hot tranny mess" are all catchphrases coined by what popular reality star? | CHRISTIAN SIRIANO |
| What reality star had her famous catch-phrases "I die!" and "Bananas!" trademarked in 2009? | RACHEL ZOE |
| When you use a key resource to gain advantage in a deal,it is said that you are playing what kind of "card"? | TRUMP |
| Challenging players to win control of an island,a wildly popular board game is known as "The" what "of Catan"? | SETTLERS |
| Playing himself,what TV actor pays for the burger feast at the end of "Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle"? | NEIL PATRICK HARRIS |
| Which of these cities in Michigan shares its name with a cryptocrystalline variety of the mineral quartz? | FLINT |
| Since 2002,Carson Daly has hosted a very late night show with what apt name? | LAST CALL |
| In a 1970 hit song, James Taylor sings, "I've seen fire and I've seen" what? | RAIN |
| What classic rock song's first line urges you to "get your motor runnin, head out on the highway"? | BORN TO BE WILD |
| Which of these creatures are on display in the Nocturnal House at the Cincinnati Zoo? | BATS |
| Patients who elect to have malar augmentation surgery wish to increase the size of their what? | CHEEKS |
| Each May, what European country observes National Windmill and Pumping Station Day? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| Which of these Broadway musicals was inspired by a famous painting? | SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE |
| Which of these political pundits is nicknamed "The Ragin' Cajun?" | JAMES CARVILLE |
| The term "Polyanna" refers to a person who is excessively what? | CHEERFUL |
| Moet & Chandon's headquarters in France features a statue of which of these French icons? | DOM PERIGNON |
| Teen superstar Miley Cyrus dances in and around a cage in her music video aptly titled "Can't be" what? | TAMED |
| In "Spain...On The Road Again," chef Mario Batali explores the cuisine of all but which of these cities? | PALERMO |
| What is the CORRECT term for someone who is a member of The Mafia? | MAFIOSO |
| On the pronunciation of her last name, what actress has explained that it's "like the lettuce?" | REBECCA ROMIJN |
| In 2010, Russell Brand and Katy Perry were quietly married near what country's Rathambore tiger sanctuary? | INDIA |
| On the Simpsons, what member of the Simpson family is commonly seen sucking on a pacifier? | MAGGIE |
| Which branch of the U.S. military was founded most recently? | AIR FORCE |
| On the 2010 Forbes 400 list, what billionaire identifies himself as residing in Medina, Washington? | BILL GATES |
| Which of these animal classifications best describes the traditional symbol of the Republican Party? | PACHYDERM |
| Which of these songs by the Beatles contains three different pronouns in its title? | I ME MINE |
| What U.S. state is home to England's historic London Bridge, which was dismantled and moved in 1968? | ARIZONA |
| What company's iconic logo was created by an Oregon college student in 1971 for just $35? | NIKE |
| What actor donned fake chest hair and a bald cap for a cameo in the 2008 comedy "Tropic Thunder"? | TOM CRUISE |
| What popular TV program began as a local talk show called "AM Chicago?" | OPRAH |
| A traditional "Hawaiian" pizza is topped with an unusual combination of pineapple and what? | HAM |
| A bushel is a standard unit originally used to measure the weight of what? | GRAIN |
| The family drama "7th Heaven" launched the acting career of which of these Hollywood stars? | JESSICA BIEL |
| Hollywood's star-studded Walk of Fame is centered at the famous intersection of Hollywood Blvd and what? | VINE |
| What country's annual film awards are called "The Goyas",named for its celebrated native artist? | SPAIN |
| Located in New York, the National Tennis Center is named in honor of what famous athlete? | BILLIE JEAN KING |
| In "The Matrix" film series, the character Neo was born with what first name? | THOMAS |
| Which of these movie stars got her famous last name from her first husband? | DEMI MOORE |
| Famous for playing a butcher, what eccentric actor has taken time off to work as a cobbler? | DANIEL DAY-LEWIS |
| In 2006,the International Astronomical Union downgraded Pluto from planet to what lesser celestial body? | DWARF PLANET |
| Most experts would agree that which of these kitchen staples is the best way to treat a jellyfish sting? | VINEGAR |
| What 60s TV show peppered its fight scenes with words such as "kapow" or "biff" flashed onto the screen? | BATMAN |
| In 2010,an Oregon man changed his name to "Captain Awesome" in honor of a character from what TV show? | CHUCK |
| In cartoons,Tweety Bird is often portrayed as the pet of a woman simply referred to by what name? | GRANNY |
| Latin is the official language of which of these small European countries? | VATICAN CITY |
| A 1995 documentary subtitled "Hollywood Madam" examines the rise and fall of what scandalous figure? | HEIDI FLEISS |
| Inspired in part by a jazz legend,what did Sandra Bullock name her newly adopted baby boy in 2010? | LOUIS |
| Which of these children's games uses a spinner to determine a player's move? | CHUTES AND LADDERS |
| Tonic water is distinctively flavored because it contains what chemical? | QUININE |
| In 2009, which of these "Family Guy" characters moved to Stoolbend, VA to star in his own spin-off? | CLEVELAND BROWN |
| In 2010, an out-of-control Amish teenager led police on a wild one-mile chase involving what? | HORSE-DRAWN BUGGY |
| "Who Do You Think You Are" is a question repeatedly posed to the "Mr" in what hit song? | MR. BIG STUFF |
| In 2011, the Oxford English Dictionary added an entry for "Dutch colonial," a term used to designate a style of what? | ARCHITECTURE |
| What firearm shares its name with a classic Beatles album? | REVOLVER |
| In 2008, who became the first rock musician ever to be awarded a Pulitzer Prize? | BOB DYLAN |
| What popular toy was created when engineer Scott Stillinger tied together a bunch of rubber bands? | KOOSH BALL |
| In 1820,Maine became the 23rd state in the Union by separating from what other state? | MASSACHUSETTS |
| The 2010 Bravo Series "Bethenny Getting Married" is a spin-off of what "Real Housewives" edition? | NEW YORK CITY |
| Which of these famous teenagers is a black belt in karate? | TAYLOR LAUTNER |
| Which of these famous WWII battles took place on a Pacific island? | IWO JIMA |
| Which of these continents lies in the Northern,Southern,Eastern and Western Hemispheres? | AFRICA |
| What U.S. state's 3 most populous cities all have names beginning with the letter "C"? | OHIO |
| Performed to assist breathing, a tracheotomy is a surgery on what part of the body? | WINDPIPE |
| Which of these natural wonders is a well-known example of a chasm? | GRAND CANYON |
| Which of these "old" cities shares its name with a popular brand of Mexican food products? | OLD EL PASO |
| In 2011,Lady Gaga's single "Born This Way" was criticized as being a "rip-off" of what 1989 Madonna hit? | EXPRESS YOURSELF |
| Made by combining milk with a sweetened coffee syrup, "coffee milk" is the official beverage of what U.S. state/ | RHODE ISLAND |
| What U.S. state was denied statehood until 1896, after it agreed to ban the practice of polygamy? | UTAH |
| Meant to symbolize hard work and productivity,the beehive is the official emblem of what U.S. state? | UTAH |
| A famous auto racing venue,the Bonneville Salt Flats occupy over 30,000 acres of what U.S. state? | UTAH |
| "As-Salaam Alaikum," which means "peace be unto you," is a traditional greeting among whom? | MUSLIMS |
| The prestigious Juno Award is the Canadian equivalent of what American honor? | GRAMMY |
| An iconic road sign located just south of the Los Vegas Strip welcomes visitors to what? | FABULOUS LOS VEGAS |
| What gaseous element makes up about 70 percent of the mass of the Sun? | HYDROGEN |
| Also known as the striped polecat,the zorilla closely resembles what other black and white animal? | SKUNK |
| Which of these vegetables is also known as the "Mexican turnip"? | JICAMA |
| Which of these singers had a Top 40 song with a title that begins with the letter "X"? | OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN |
| Michael Jackson's father shares his name with a famous baseball player who had what nickname? | SHOELESS |
| In mathematics,what punctuation mark is commonly used between numbers to indicate a ratio? | COLON |
| Shot in his hometown, Ben Affleck's 2010 film "The Town" takes place in what U.S. city? | BOSTON |
| Which of these U.S. cities' social elite were commonly known as "brahmins" in the 19th century? | BOSTON |
| The Oscar-winning film "No Country for Old Men" was adapted from a novel by what author? | CORMAC MCCARTHY |
| In Greek mythology,who is the goddess of the rainbow? | IRIS |
| Because it is thought to be easier than other sciences,what college course is nicknamed "Rocks for Jocks?" | GEOLOGY |
| Hailed as a must-have for new parents, "Sophie" is a French-made baby's chew toy in the shape of what animal? | GIRAFFE |
| Which of these natural wonders is a cataract? | NIAGARA FALLS |
| Since 2003,the Heart Truth campaign has presented a NY fashion show in which celebrities don what color dresses? | RED |
| What color is created when blending the standard billiard ball colors seen on the eight ball and the cue ball? | GRAY |
| Timothy Q.Mouse initially frightens,but then befriends the title character of what classic Disney film? | DUMBO |
| The Queen song "Bohemian Rhapsody" mentions which of these great thinkers in its lyrics? | GALILEO |
| A staple of Argentinean cuisine, asado is a dish consisting of meat cooked using what technique? | GRILLING |
| "Ariel's Beginning" is the sub-title of a 2008 straight-to-DVD prequel of what animated Disney movie? | THE LITTLE MERMAID |
| IN the quality inspection process known as "candling," which of these foods is held in a bright light? | EGGS |
| The title of a famous show tune from the 1949 musical "South Pacific," "Bali Ha'i" is a what? | ISLAND |
| What unit of measure is still based on a century-old platinum-iridium cylinder kept near Paris, France? | KILOGRAM |
| In 1994, Texas native Tom Ford began his legendary tenure as creative director of what Italian label? | GUCCI |
| "Surfer dude feuds with teacher while teenage girl loses her innocence" summarizes what movie's plot? | FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH |
| Named for the artist's last name, who released the number-one album "Raymond v. Raymond" in 2010? | USHER |
| Which of these bodies of water was named for the oysters once harvested there? | PEARL HARBOR |
| Author and etiquette guru Judith Martin writes a newspaper column under the pen name "Miss" what? | MANNERS |
| Biological Sciences is one of the four sections that make up which of these standardized tests? | MCAT |
| What trade magazine is famous for its distinctive jargon,inventing words like "boffo" and "whammo"? | VARIETY |
| Which of these words is a fancier way of saying a "lie"? | MENDACITY |
| In the federal law known as "RICO," the "R" stands for what? | RACKETEER |
| Cameras that allow users to see exactly what picture will be taken are often labeled "SLR," or "single lens" what? | REFLEX |
| In Avatar, the humans infiltrate Pandora in order to raid its supply of what highly valuable mineral? | UNOBTAMIUM |
| In what body of water are the islands collectively known as the Grecian Archipelago found? | AEGEAN SEA |
| Children put Shrinky Dinks into what in order to make them shrink? | OVEN |
| Which of these words means both "to stick together" and "to split apart"? | CLEAVE |
| A popular snack food for children, string cheese is normally made from what type of cheese? | MOZZARELLA |
| In a Beverly Cleary book, Ramona Quimby famously misunderstands the instruction to "sit here for the" what? | PRESENT |
| Explicitly taking on the iphone, in 2009 Motorola released a smartphone with which futuristic name? | DROID |
| The Washington Monument was modeled after the obelisks built by what ancient empire? | EGYPTIAN |
| The word "alphabet" is derived from "alpha" and "beta," the first two letters of what alphabet? | GREEK |
| Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger was born in what country? | GERMANY |
| What city's subway has white-gloved "platform pushers" that cram commuters into crowded trains? | TOKYO |
| Which of these Shakespeare characters is guilty of regicide? | MACBETH |
| In the Paul Simon song "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover," which of these names is mentioned first? | JACK |
| Which of these performers was famous for saying in a deep voice, "Thank you, thank you very much"? | ELVIS PRESLEY |
| Often heard at weddings, "May the road rise to meet you" is the start of what traditional blessing of what country? | IRELAND |
| The hat dance is a popular folk dance of what country? | MEXICO |
| Characterized as conformist and workaholic,the term "salaryman" refers to a white-collar employee in what country? | JAPAN |
| Which of these actors is also a successful venture capitalist,who made a killing on an early investment in Skype? | ASHTON KUTCHER |
| Known as "The Happiest Place On Earth," Disneyland is located in what California City? | ANAHEIM |
| Deriving its name from the French word for "melt," fondant is a creamy mixture mostly used as what? | CAKE ICING |
| A familiar sight to people who excel at carnival games, the goldfish is technically a member of what fish family? | CARP |
| In 2011,what baseball Hall of Famer and Cardinals great was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom? | STAN MUSIAL |
| Before starring in the 1999 film,who was dubbed a real-life "runaway bride" after leaving her fiance,Kiefer Sutherland? | JULIA ROBERTS |
| What medical device was invented by a doctor who was too shy to put his ear to a lady's chest? | STETHESCOPE |
| A staple in Kate Middleton's wardrobe, a fascinator is an ornate type of what fashion accessory? | HAT |
| In a 1971 hit song, Tom Jones sings, "Whoa, whoa, whoa!" "She's a" what? | LADY |
| "Estrella de mar" is the Spanish term for what ocean creature? | STARFISH |
| Which of these movie stars named "Sean" is a woman? | SEAN YOUNG |
| What actor established the Make It Right Foundation,which aims to build "green" housing in New Orleans? | BRAD PITT |
| Craigslist is a popular online message board that was created in 1995 to serve what U.S. city? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| What famous structure is topped by a 200-foot spire that was meant to be a dock for zeppelins? | EMPIRE STATE BUILDING |
| The word "alimony" comes from a Latin word meaning what? | SUSTENANCE |
| Whose work on sound recordings earned him a spot in the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2004? | RAY DOLBY |
| Which of these English towns is famous for the bath salts that come from its local springs? | EPSOM |
| In Spanish, which of these wines is not considered a "vino tinto"? | RIESLING |
| In baseball, a "balk" is a deceptive and illegal motion made by what player? | PITCHER |
| The center of the human body is found at which of these body parts? | BELLY BUTTON |
| First used to describe certain jazz fans in the '40s,what term now refers to irony-loving youngsters? | HIPSTER |
| According to the OED,which of these shoe names also describes a person "who spends his time in idleness"? | LOAFER |
| Notable for its narrow, curly outer leaves, which of these fancy green salads is also called "curly endive"? | FRISEE |
| Featured in the popular Chinese dish lo mein, "mein" means what in Chinese? | NOODLES |
| Monte Carlo is a popular tourist attraction located in what part of the world? | FRENCH RIVIERA |
| The ruins of the ancient city of Pompeii are located in what country? | ITALY |
| Made with green and red food coloring,"rainbow cookies" are meant to resemble what nation's flag? | ITALY |
| The Caribbean's Virgin Islands are divided between the U.S. and what European country? | UNITED KINGDOM |
| The popular lunch meat baloney,sometimes spelled bologna,takes its name from a city in what country? | ITALY |
| What creatures are typically featured in a museum's Hymenoptera collection? | BEES |
| As its name implies, Dwell magazine is dedicated to what subject? | HOME DESIGN |
| When their perimeters are of equal length, which of these shapes always has the largest area? | CIRCLE |
| In which of these sports do players not serve the ball at the start of play? | FIELD HOCKEY |
| A popular kind of sushi, a California roll commonly features what kind of "imitation" seafood inside? | CRAB |
| Which of these singers could sing "EIEIO" if she sang only the vowels in her name in a row? | CELINE DION |
| Which of these fabrics is named for a variety of goat found in a hilly region between India and Pakistan? | CASHMERE |
| Originating in Turkey, sultanas are a flavorful variety of what food? | RAISINS |
| Designed by Tiffany & Co.,the Commissioner's Trophy is awarded to the winners of what championship? | WORLD SERIES |
| Retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens was known for favoring which of these fashion items? | BOW TIES |
| In a nod to the bird depicted on its face, the dollar coin of Canada is affectionately known as what? | LOONIE |
| Which of these athletic pursuits is not one of the three events in a traditional triathalon? | KAYAKING |
| Which of these European countries is,in large part,a peninsula? | ITALY |
| What city's subway system is referred to by locals as "The Tube"? | LONDON |
| What fitness trend often utilizes a piece of equipment called "The reformer"? | PILATES |
| What is the name of the greedy corporation featured predominantly in the animated movie "Wall-E"? | BUY N LARGE |
| What NFL team's name was chosen to honor its large number of fans with Scandinavian ancestors? | MINNESOTA VIKINGS |
| In 2007, Forest Whitaker won the Oscar for portraying Idi Amin, the former dictator of what country? | UGANDA |
| Which of these gemstones is named after a Russian czar? | ALEXANDRITE |
| A couple described as a "Sam and Diane" refers to the on-again,off-again duo of what classic sitcom? | CHEERS |
| Designed to keep criminals from profiting from their crimes,a "Son of Sam" law is named after what infamous person? | DAVID BERKOWITZ |
| Now present in all 50 U.S. states, in 1962 the very first Wal-Mart store opened where? | ARKANSAS |
| Theodore Roosevelt National Park is located on the former site of the president's Elkhorn Ranch is what U.S. state? | NORTH DAKOTA |
| Former model Padma Lakshmi began hosting what popular reality competition series in 2006? | TOP CHEF |
| Thousand Island dressing is said to have gotten its name from a chain of islands that lie in what river? | THE ST.LAWRENCE |
| Fittingly,the entrance to Colorado's state capitol building features the phrase "One Mile Above" what? | SEA LEVEL |
| Which of these is not one of the four superheroes featured in the 2005 movie "The Fantastic Four"? | THE FLASH |
| In Paris, the Moulin Rouge nightclub is located in what historic neighborhood? | MONTMARTE |
| Rich Riordan's best-selling kids book feature Percy Jackson's adventures with what "fantastic" group | THE OLYMPIANS |
| In 2000,a former member of what family band gave his newborn son the punny name "Jermajesty"? | THE JACKSON FIVE |
| Sapparo is a major city of what Asian country? | JAPAN |
| The cover of what band's debut album appropriately features a picture of the ill-fated Hindenburg? | LED ZEPPELIN |
| Set in an L.A. office building,the 1979 novel "Nothing Lasts Forever," is the basis for what '80s action film? | DIE HARD |
| The idea that tiny actions can lead to big,unexpected effects far away is popularly known as what? | THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT |
| Caught by the FBI in 2011, Boston mob boss James "Whitey" Bulger inspired a character in what gangster movie? | THE DEPARTED |
| Which of these Las Vegas casinos is famous for its elaborate "dancing fountains"? | BELLAGIO |
| Perhaps as a nod to its lead singer,what classic rock band titled one of its albums "Morrison Hotel"? | THE DOORS |
| Known for its spreadable cheese wedges,the French brand "La Vache Qui Rit" has what name in the U.S.? | THE LAUGHING COW |
| In street lingo, "Scratch" is slang for what? | MONEY |
| A part of his signature wardrobe,what celebrity chef had an edition of Crocs named after him in 2007? | MARIO BATALI |
| Named after her father, what best-selling author was born with the unusual name Howard Allen O'Brien? | ANNE RICE |
| In 1959, Travelers Insurance began featuring what red item as part of its logo? | UMBRELLA |
| In what blockbuster classic does a character crawl inside a slain Tauntaun beast to keep from freezing? | THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK |
| A well-known term for a husband whose wife cheats on him is derived from which of these bird names? | CUCKOO |
| The classic 1969 movie "Easy Rider" features two men riding cross-country by what? | MOTORCYCLE |
| Whereas the back of a coin is called its "reverse," the front side is technically known as what? | OBVERSE |
| What urban clothing brand was co-founded by hip-hop mogul Jay-Z? | FUBU |
| U.N. Lifts Beluga Ban was the headline for a 2010 news story about international restrictions on what luxury item? | CAVIAR |
| A popular holiday dish that features a chicken stuffed inside a duck stuffed inside a turkey goes by what name? | TURDUCKEN |
| Often wrapped in lettuce leaves, barbecued short ribs called kalbi are a key part of the cuisine of what nation? | SOUTH KOREA |
| What baseball player was the first to have his signature printed on a Louisville Slugger bat? | HONUS WAGNER |
| A tattoo with the message "Remember Sammy Jankis" figures prominently in what film? | MEMENTO |
| What grocery mascot is described as eight feet tall and five feet wide with three ice cubes on his head? | KOOL-AID MAN |
| Coloma, California marks what important event in U.S. history? | THE GOLD RUSH |
| In law,what is the term for a child who has been officially released from the control of his parents? | EMANCIPATED |
| In the NATO phonetic alphabet that begins "Alpha,Bravo,Charlie," how do you spell "USA"? | UNIFORM,SIERRA,ALPHA |
| In 218 B.C., Hannibal and his army famously crossed | ALPS |
| In 2010, a U.S. assemblyman advocated a bill to allow the "Spanish pronunciation" of what state's name? | NEVADA |
| Popularized by celebrity chef Rachael Ray,the term "EVOO" is an abbreviation for a type of what? | OIL |
| If an "n" is added to the end of it, what zodiac sign becomes the name for the animal that symbolizes it? | SCORPIO |
| Which of these sports has a "shot clock" that gives players 24 seconds to try to score? | BASKETBALL |
| What popular U.S. tourist destination's exterior consists of 142 stainless-steel equilateral triangles? | GATEWAY ARCH |
| By definition, a cooper is a person who makes or repairs which of the following? | BARRELS |
| The 1-wood golf club, used to strike the ball long distances, is better known by what name? | DRIVER |
| Like The New York Times, most newspapers run their hardest crossword puzzle on what day? | SATURDAY |
| What cable series' stellar ratings were once described by Entertainment Weekly as "Fangtastic!"? | TRUE BLOOD |
| Citing blood pressure risks, in 2010 the CDC claimed 90% of Americans were eating too much what? | SALT |
| The old farming adage "knee high by the fourth of July" usually refers to the approximate height of what crop? | CORN |
| The popular Web show "Easy to Assemble" is appropriately set at what distinctive retail spot? | IKEA |
| Chartreuse is a yellowish-green color that gets its name from a similiarly-colored type of what? | LIQUER |
| What weather-related term is in the title of a nursery rhyme with a line "The old man is snoring"? | RAINY |
| In 2009, Chicago's famed Sear's Tower officially changed its name to what? | WILLIS TOWER |
| "Born" in 1938, what cartoon icon was inspired by a fleet-footed Disney critter named Max Hare? | BUGS BUNNY |
| What athletes participate in Blood, Sweat, and Gears, an annual sporting event held in North Carolina? | CYCLISTS |
| Memorably featured in the O.J. Simpson trial,Bruno Magli is a luxurious brand best known for making what? | SHOES |
| Although Nebraska is known as the Cornhusker State,what neighboring state annually leads the U.S. in corn production? | IOWA |
| "You'll be a man, my son!" are the famous last words of a popular Rudyard Kipling poem with what title? | IF |
| What food additive is the cause of a physical reaction known as "Chinese restaurant syndrome"? | MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE |
| The iconic phrase "The Eagle has landed" is forever linked to what historic event? | FIRST MOON LANDING |
| Which of these movies was released the earliest? | BEVERLY HILLS COP |
| Which of these key ingredients helps give traditional Worchestshire sauce its signature taste? | ANCHOVIES |
| Because of how they are paid, what Hollywood professionals are known as "tenpercenters?" | TALENT AGENTS |
| Armistice Day, which later became Veterans Day, originally commemorated the end of what war? | WORLD WAR I |
| A recurring character by funnyman Russell Brand,Aldous Snow is the lead singer of what fictional band? | INFANT SORROW |
| A secret menu item at Fatburger restaurants,the "Hypocrite" is a veggie burger topped with what fixing? | BACON |
| The interrobang is a fabricated punctuation mark that combines an exclamation point with a what? | QUESTION MARK |
| Which of these landmarks selected as one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World" in 2007 was built most recently? | TAJ MAHAL |
| In 2010 what sitcom aired a live episode featuring Julia Lewis-Drayfus as "Liz Lemon" in flashbacks? | 30 ROCK |
| In 2010, Time.com announced the retirement of Takeru "Tsunami" Kobayashi, a legend in what field? | COMPETITIVE EATING |
| In 1988,midwesterners Mark Badgley and James Mischka joined forces to become famous names in what industry? | FASHION |
| `Famous for their work on modernist furniture design, Charles and Ray Eames were related how? | HUSBAND AND WIFE |
| On the human body, the intercostal muscles are located where? | RIBS |
| Appearing in over 2600 periodicals around the globe, what is the world's most widely syndicated comic strip? | GARFIELD |
| About 30 seconds long,"Think Music" is the name of the familiar theme heard during the final round of what game show? | JEOPARDY |
| Once dubbed "The Notorious B.A.G." by the media, Brian Austin Green starred in what '90s teen drama? | BEVERLY HILLS,90210 |
| Which of these popular Web sites designates its most active users as "PowerSellers?" | EBAY |
| Like TV's "Lost," which of these movies features a fictional airline called "Oceanic"? | EXECUTIVE DECISION |
| In the computer game "The Oregon Trail," kids learn about U.S. history by pretending to be what? | WESTERN PIONEERS |
| What toy was once reportedly banned in Japan because people looked indecent when they used it? | HULA HOOP |
| Founded in 1984, what natural food brand bills itself as "7 Whole Grains on a Mission"? | KASHI |
| Before they hit it big, the Beatles replaced band member Pete Best with whom? | RINGO STARR |
| What classic children's book is subtitled "How Animals Become Real"? | THE VELVETEEN RABBIT |
| What TV sitcom was based on a novel by H.Richard Hornberger,a surgeon and Korean War veteran? | M*A*S*H |
| Which of these characters from the original "Star Trek" TV series speaks with a Russian accent? | MR.CHEKOV |
| What phenomenon is caused by the refraction and reflection of light passing through water droplets? | RAINBOW |
| Covering almost the entire body and marketed toward Muslim women,the "Burqini" is a modest type of what clothing? | BATHING SUIT |
| In 2011,a crashed truck in Georgia burst into flames because it was loaded with what highly flammable foodstuff? | MARGARINE |
| Which of these is the name of a common type of medium-heeled shoe worn by both men and women? | CUBAN HEEL |
| Typically marking the end of a conversation,the Spanish phrase "Vaya con Dios" means what in English? | GO WITH GOD |
| Which of these Steven Seagal movie titles does not begin with a preposition? | HARD TO KILL |
| What words are on the official flag of the Salvation Army? | BLOOD AND FIRE |
| What type of clothing is a monokini? | SWIMSUIT |
| Founded in 1856, the Wurlitzer Company is famous for producing which of these items? | JUKEBOXES |
| In the 1895 novel "The Red Badge Of Courage", Henry Fleming,the main character,is a young what? | UNION SOLDIER |
| What event was created in the 1920s to attract tourists to Atlantic City after Labor Day? | MISS AMERICA PAGEANT |
| In the Discover card logo,what natural event is depicted in the "O" in "Discover"? | SUNRISE |
| Mentioned in the lyrics of "The Star-Spangled Banner," a rampart is a what? | BARRICADE |
| "1 Radioactive Bite,8 Legs and 183 Previews" was the title of a 2011 review for what Broadway musical? | SPIDER MAN:TURN OFF THE DARK |
| In 1987,what Beatles song was banned by the BBC because of its lyric "I'd love to turn you on"? | A DAY IN THE LIFE |
| Which of these 1981 hits would best be described as a "power ballad"? | DON'T STOP BELIEVING |
| Lynne Spears's 2008 memoir "Through the Storm" chronicles the ups and downs of parenting a what? | POP STAR |
| "Across the Universe" is 2007 film that showcases the music of what legendary group? | THE BEATLES |
| Which of these literary children is not an orphan? | ENCYCLOPEDIA BROWN |
| As of 2011,what southern university has produced three Miss Americas and one William Faulkner? | OLE MISS |
| Standard issue for sailors and preppies,which of these shoes was designed to be worn on boats? | TOP-SIDERS |
| Since 1925, what food has featured an image of a Native American woman on its packaging? | LAND O LAKES BUTTER |
| In his memoir, George W. Bush reveals his "all-time low" in office was hearing what rapper's harsh, post-Katrina comments? | KANYE WEST |
| What supernatural film features a psychic giving a lonely widow the warning, "Molly, you in danger girl"? | GHOST |
| Which of these classic TV series featured a regular character who was a cross-dresser? | MASH |
| Which of these historic events took place in New Jersey? | HAMILTON-BURR DUEL |
| In 1898,Swiss businessman Cesar Ritz established a now-famous what in Paris? | HOTEL |
| A small tool called an orange stick is most commonly used at what type of business? | NAIL SALON |
| What company is referred to as "The House that Jack Built?" | AT & T |
| Doctors listen for "Korotkoff sounds" when they check what? | BLOOD PRESSURE |
| Before it was prescribed to help regrow hair,the drug minoxidil was developed to treat what condition? | HYPERTENSION |
| Which of these monuments is the only surviving structure of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World? | GREAT PYRAMID OF GIZA |
| What classic play features a character named Giles Corey and his memorable last words "more weight"? | THE CRUCIBLE |
| "Uncap what's inside" is the slogan of what popular office supply brand? | SHARPIE |
| In the military, a Huey is a type of what? | HELICOPTER |
| In which of these classic musicals does Franklin Delano Roosevelt appear as a character? | ANNIE |
| According to its purported inventor the Brown Derby,all but which of these ingredients are components of a Cobb salad? | HAM |
| Though trained as a doctor, Richard Jordan Gatling is best known for inventing an early type of what? | MACHINE GUN |
| Until it was discovered to be toxic, asbestos was commonly used in buildings to guard against what? | FIRE |
| Agreeing that greed is good, what actor's ex-wife sued him for money earned on a 2010 "Wall Street" sequel? | MICHAEL DOUGLAS |
| The 2002 of TV's "Celebrity Boxing" famously featured a bout between Tonya Harding and what infamous person? | PAULA JONES |
| In 2011,what secretive leader revealed that he had actually relinquished his powers to his brother back in 2006? | FIDEL CASTRO |
| Members of Gideons International are best known for their distribution of what items in hotel rooms? | BIBLES |
| Said to be invented by British officers in India in the 1800s, snooker is a form of what game? | BILLIARDS |
| The 2011 reality show "La La's Full Court Life" follows the former VJ and her marriage to what NBA player? | CARMELO ANTHONY |
| Before switching career paths,what prominent American studied clarinet performance at Juilliard? | ALAN GREENSPAN |
| Which of these classroom supplies is traditionally made of calcium carbonate? | CHALK |
| A caprese salad traditionally includes which of these ingredients? | MOZZARELLA CHEESE |
| In 1998, Gus Van Sant directed Vince Vaughn in a shot-by-shot remake of what classic Hitchcock thriller? | PSYCHO |
| The popular slang term "nom," which refers to eating something yummy, derives from what Sesame Street character? | COOKIE MONSTER |
| Strike one the umpire said," is a line from what famous poem? | CASEY AT THE BAT |
| With handles shaped like bunny ears, the Rabbit is a popular high-end version of what kitchen utensil? | CORKSCREW |
| Which of these products comes in a "pure cornstarch" variety? | BABY POWDER |
| By definition, a parochial school is run by which of the following? | RELIGIOUS GROUP |
| Which of these foods is commonly sold in probiotic varieties? | YOGURT |
| What James Bond film gets its title from Bond's family motto "Orbis non suffit?" | THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH |
| What plastic toy comes with a pointing device called a planchette? | OUIJA BOARD |
| The "Family Jewels" of the British monarchy are kept under armed guard at what London landmark? | TOWER OF LONDON |
| Familiar to viewers of Fox football broadcasts, the computer-animated mascot "Cleatus" is a what? | ROBOT |
| On what classic TV game show do contestants frequently chant "No Whammies"? | PRESS YOUR LUCK |
| What classic work of literature is centered around a ship called the Pequod? | MOBY-DICK |
| As of 2010, what daytime show has won more Daytime Emmys than any other show in TV history? | SESAME STREET |
| "What is...Cliff Clavin?" is the title of a classic "Cheers" episode in which Cliff appears on what TV show? | JEOPARDY! |
| Which of these classic novels was written by a man named after Ralph Waldo Emerson? | INVISIBLE MAN |
| Famous in her own right, handbag designer Kate Spade has a famous brother-in-law named David, who is a what? | COMIC |
| On March 4, 2010, baby Cecelia Marie Halpert was "born" on an emotional episode of what hit TV series? | THE OFFICE |
| In the U.S.,which of these holidays falls between the Fourth of July and Thanksgiving? | LABOR DAY |
| In 2010, which of these figures was vilified for his seemingly callous remark, "I'd like my life back"? | CEO OF BP |
| Most famous as TV's June Cleaver,Barbara Billingsley also had what famous line in the 1980 film "Airplane!"? | "OH STEWARDESS!I SPEAK JIVE." |
| Which of these modern inventions uses gyroscopes to operate? | SEGWAY |
| A popular Chinese proverb says, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with" what? | A SINGLE STEP |
| As the title of a 2006 documentary puts its, "Who is Harry Nilsoon (And Why Is Everyone Talking About Him)?" | A SINGER |
| A 2010 Time magazine article debunks the myth that what group of people are "spoiled,selfish,solitary misfits"? | ONLY CHILDREN |
| The Sinai Peninsula is a triangular piece of land that connects what two continents together? | ASIA AND AFRICA |
| The Spanish warning "Esta caliente" often appears on which of these containers? | COFFEE CUP |
| Which of these historic events took place in NJ? | HAMILTON-BURR DUEL |
| In the 1972 film "The Godfather," Vito Corleone dies while playing with his grandson where? | IN A TOMATO GARDEN |
| Popular on college campuses, a capella singing is, by definition, performed how? | WITHOUT INSTRUMENTS |
| In a key scene from "Gone With The Wind," Scarlett says "As God is my witness,i'll never be" what? | HUNGRY AGAIN |
| Exposure to sunlight would most likely help to cure a person suffering from which of these conditions? | SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER |
| Often called "Rooster Sauce" because of the image on its label, Sriracha is a popular brand of what? | HOT SAUCE |
| Why do old newspapers turn yellow? | BECAUSE OF OXIDATION |
| In keeping with its name,what Web Site once billed itself as "The World's Greatest Recipe Collection"? | EPICURIOUS.COM |
| Able to swim for miles on end, what animal has the scientific name "Ursus maratimus?" | POLAR BEAR |
| In an airplane,the flight data recorder and the cockpit voice recorder are often referred to as the what? | BLACK BOX |
| Which of these is a true statement about the letters in the standard Google logo? | BOTH G'S ARE BLUE |
| An apiculturist does what for a living? | KEEPS BEES |
| Though it sounds like something for a plumber, a "piping bag" is used by which of these professionals? | PASTRY CHEF |
| In 1996,Olympic gymnast Kerri Strug landed her gold-medal-clinching vault despite what injury? | SPRAINED ANKLE |
| With a traditional French manicure, a person's nails receive which of these treatments? | WHITE POLISH AT THE TIPS |
| Christina Aguilera fumbled the lyrics of the national anthem at Super Bowl XLV when she belted out what phrase? | WHAT SO PROUDLY WE WATCHED |
| Representing the number of letters in each word, "143" is a common text abbreviation for what phrase? | I LOVE YOU |
| What terms refers to the tendency for shoppers to buy small comfort items during a recession? | LIPSTICK EFFECT |
| Which of these famous women was beheaded? | MARIE ANTOINETTE |
| Often part of a traditional Jewish wedding, the "ketubah" is a type of what? | MARRIAGE CONTRACT |
| In "Apocalypse Now," Robert Duvall's character makes what declaration about his Viet Cong enemies? | CHARLIE DON'T SURF |
| "Love and Glamour" is the name of Jennifer Lopez's sixteenth what? | PERFUME |
| Which of these common yoga positions involves standing on one leg? | TREE POSE |
| Said to have been created by Ric Silver in 1976,the crowd-pleasing "Electric Slide" is what kind of dance? | LINE DANCE |
| Introduced in 1559, the Vatican's "Index Librorum Prohibitorum" is a list of what? | BANNED BOOKS |
| If the countries were represented by their national flowers, what would be the 2010 World Cup final match up? | RED CARNATIONS VS. TULIPS |
| Which of these foods is said to have "negative calories" because it requires more calories to eat than it provides? | CELERY |
| As compared to "regular" limes,key limes are typically what? | SMALLER IN SIZE |
| Which of these is equal in number to the number of items in a baker's dozen? | ORIGINAL U.S. COLONIES |
| Before becoming a TV mom, what was Kate Gosselin's profession? | REGISTERED NURSE |
| In an automobile,what does the tachometer measure? | ENGINE SPEED |
| Octothorpe is another name for what common computer keyboard symbol? | NUMBER SIGN |
| In Christianity, the ashes used on Ash Wednesday are traditionally made by burning what? | PALM FRONDS |
| A common Italian expression, "dolce far niente" means "the sweetness of" what? | DOING NOTHING |
| In the U.S. a $100 bill is often referred to by what musical nickname? | C-NOTE |
| Despite its international sounding name, which of these foods was actually invented in the U.S? | GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE |
| Nicole Richie's first child,Harlow,was reportedly named after a famous 1930s what? | MOVIE STAR |
| According to the Constitution, the U.S. vice president also serves as the what? | PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE |
| Which of these French expressions means roughly the the same as "a done deal"? | FAIT ACCOMPLI |
| Who is Marshal Bruce Mathers III? | RAP STAR EMINEM |
| Used to indicate academic honors, the Latin phrase "magna cum laude" literally means what? | WITH GREAT PRAISE |
| Many banks offer their account holders "overdraft protection" to guard against what financial mishap? | BOUNCING A CHECK |
| Two siblings born to the same mother less than a year apart are often cheekily described as what? | IRISH TWINS |
| The term "ad lib" comes from the Latin phrase "ad libitum," which roughly means what? | AT ONE'S PLEASURE |
| "Quit your jibba jabba!" and "Shut up,fool!" are two phrases that can be played on a novelty toy called what? | MR.T IN YOUR POCKET |
| In music industry lingo,an artist's record "drops" when it does what? | GETS RELEASED |
| According to a Navy tradition, sailors become "shellbacks" after doing what for the first time? | CROSSING THE EQUATOR |
| Daredevil motorcyclist Evel Knievel once earned a Guinness World Record for doing what 433 times? | BREAKING A BONE |
| The name of a type of Asian dumpling, "won ton" is Chinese for what two words? | CLOUD, SWALLOW |
| The government agency known informally as the "VA" primarily serves people who have done what? | SERVED IN THE MILITARY |
| Mentioned in the children's song "The Farmer in the Dell," a dell is,by definition,a what? | WOODED VALLEY |
| In Pamplona's Running of the Bulls, brave tourists run through the streets wearing what distinctive piece of clothing? | RED SCARVES |
| Born in 1992,Frances Bean Cobain is the daughter of two musicians who were lead singers in what bands? | NIRVANA AND HOLE |
| Which of these famous melodies is traditionally played on a bugle? | TAPS |
| Endorsed by celebs like Jessica Simpson and Katy Perry,Proactiv is a what? | ACNE TREATMENT |
| When measuring a woman's measurements, as in "36, 35, 36" the numbers correspond to which of the following? | BUST, WAIST, HIPS |
| The landmark Supreme Court decision that made interracial marriage legal in the U.S. has what apt name? | LOVING V.VIRGINIA |
| In 1971 cult classic, what does an older woman say to a younger man when he says, "I love you Maude"? | I LIKE YOU HAROLD |
| A key figure in the 2008 presidential election, Ohio native Joe Wurzelbacher is better known as what? | JOE THE PLUMBER |
| Which treat was the indirect result of a failed attempt by its inventor to make synthetic rubber? | CHEWING GUM |
| A cut of beef is said to be "marbled" if it is what? | FLECKED WITH FAT |
| A famous American Revolutionary War flag features a rattlesnake with what motto printed underneath? | DON'T TREAD ON ME |
| What are renal calculi? | KIDNEY STONES |
| Since 1934, the Masters Golf tournament has been held in what U.S. city? | AUGUSTA, GA |
| Which of the following results in a professional bull rider being disqualified and receiving no score? | HOLDING ON WITH TWO HANDS |
| An English specialty,shepherd's pie consists of meat baked in a "crust" made from what hearty side dish? | MASHED POTATOES |
| According to legend, what did Mohammad Ali do with his 1969 Olympic gold medal? | TOSSED IT IN RIVER |
| The World Barista Championship is an annual event that tests competitors' skills in what activity? | MAKING ESPRESSO DRINKS |
| In 1930, Herman Fisher and Irving Price became the namesakes for a famous brand of what? | CHILDREN'S TOYS |
| Since 1950, the College World Series has been played annually in which Midwestern city? | OMAHA, NE |
| A traditional whiskey sour is sour because it contains what? | LEMON JUICE |
| As any late infomercial knows, in the popular "P90X" workout program, the 90 refers to what? | TOTAL DAYS OF THE PROGRAM |
| Which of the following superlative phrases is true of Abraham Lincoln? | TALLEST PRESIDENT |
| Steak tartare consists of seasoned beef served in what distinctive manner? | UNCOOKED |
| In order to perform the Heimlech maneuver on a choking person,you usually put your arms where? | AROUND HIS WAIST |
| In a familiar expression of caution, what phrase typically precedes "Twice shy"? | ONCE BITTEN |
| In American Sign Language,an extended thumb and pinkie placed next to one's ear is the sign for doing what? | MAKING A PHONE CALL |
| Who is Alberto Contador? | 2010 TOUR DE FRANCE WINNER |
| Where does the German accent mark, the "umlaut," appear in the brand name Haagan-Dazs? | OVER THE FIRST "A" |
| A fourth of July staple, a firework that periodically emits sparks and balls of fire is called a what? | ROMAN CANDLE |
| Which of these nursery rhymes is about a treat traditionally eaten around Easter? | HOT CROSS BUNS |
| Known early in the series as "McDreamy," Patrick Dempsey's character on "Grey's Anatomy" has what specialty? | NEUROSURGERY |
| Comedian Dan Whitney is better known by what stage name? | LARRY THE CABLE GUY |
| The "Grandfather Paradox" is a problem facing those attempting to unlock which of these scientific theories? | TIME TRAVEL |
| In health insurance parlance, the abbreviation "PPO" usually denotes what type of organization? | PREFERRED PROVIDER |
| A young,attractive woman who is married to a rich middle-aged man is often described as a what? | TROPHY WIFE |
| Used to refer to a computer's unique location in cyberspace, "IP address" is short for "internet" what? | PROTOCOL ADDRESS |
| Which of these would be an appropriate response to the Spanish question "Que tal?" | MUY BIEN |
| Which of these classic works of literature is a sequel? | HUCKLEBERRY FINN |
| What is the Wall Street lingo for a small company's stock that trades for under $5 a share? | PENNY STOCK |
| People who are "cyberchondriacs" obsessively use the Internet to hunt for what? | MEDICAL INFORMATION |
| Body mass index is a common measure of obesity based on weight and what other factor? | HEIGHT |
| Played by Tony Shalhoub, the TV detective "Monk" suffers prominently from what medical condition? | OBSESSIVE-CUMPULSIVE DISORDER |
| Which of these is the name for a chain of membership-only warehouse stores? | SAM'S CLUB |
| Miners used to carry canaries into the mines in order to detect what? | POISONOUS GASES |
| The classic jingle for Toys R Us begins with the line "I don't want to" do what? | GROW UP |
| As its name implies,the trench coat is a wardrobe staple originally designed for what group of people? | MILITARY SOLDIERS |
| If you counted them, which of the following would total 36, 525? | DAYS IN A CENTURY |
| Great Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer is the equivalent to what U.S. cabinet position? | SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY |
| The husband and wife duo of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg made headlines in the 1950s as what? | SOVIET SPIES |
| In 2010,the long-running "Cathy" comic strip ended,with Cathy making what revelation? | SHE'S HAVING A BABY GIRL |
| A common problem during childhood, nocturnal enuresis is a medical term better known as what? | BED WETTING |
| In 2010,two-year old Indonesian Ardi Rizal gained worldwide notoriety for doing what? | SMOKING 40 CIGARETTES PER DAY |
| Aubergine, the British term for an eggplant, is also the name of a shade of what color? | DARK PURPLE |
| In one of 2010's biggest viral videos,a hiker laughs and cries for three minutes at the sight of a what? | DOUBLE RAINBOW |
| According to a classic American railroad song, "Someone's in the kitchen with Dina" doing what? | STRUMMIN ON THE OLD BANJO |
| In 1927,Charles Lindbergh flew the first solo,non-stop transatlantic flight aboard what aircraft? | SPIRIT OF ST.LOUIS |
| Despite its name, which of the following is an actual type of meat? | SWEETBREAD |
| The U.S. government issues federal Stafford loans to help borrowers pay for what? | EDUCATION |
| A type of clay pottery, tera cotta takes its name from an Italian phrase meaning what? | BAKED EARTH |
| Inventor Amos Bose is famous for developing a high-end variety of what? | STEREO SPEAKERS |
| Before starring in the Adam Sandler comedy "Just Go With It," Brooklyn Decker was most famous for being a what? | SWIMSUIT MODEL |
| Because the country is at such high altitude,Tibet is known by what "homey" nickname? | THE ROOF OF THE WORLD |
| Which of the following is equal to one century? | FIVESCORE YEARS |
| Which of these groups of geometric shapes has the most total sides? | FIVE RECTANGLES |
| By definition,a semicircle is what portion of a circle? | ONE-HALF |
| A mochaccino is traditionally made by adding what ingredient to a cappuccino? | CHOCOLATE |
| Because ultra-violet rays prompt the body to produce it, Vitamin D is often referred to by what nickname? | SUNSHINE VITAMIN |
| The Web site Stubhub.com is a popular place to buy which of the following? | CONCERT TICKETS |
| Thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin are three vitamins in a group commonly known as what? | VITAMIN-B COMPLEX |
| When stating a woman's measurements-- as in 36,25,36"-- the numbers correspond to which of the following? | BUST,WAIST,HIPS |
| Unaware he was starting an Internet fad,in 2007 Charlie Schmidt posted a YouTube video of his cat Fatso doing what? | PLAYING A KEYBOARD |
| American Idol reject William Hung became an instant celebrity due to his mangled version of what pop song? | SHE BANGS |
| The movies "Spider-Man" and "Breakfast at Tiffany's" both feature what cinematic cliche? | KISS IN THE RAIN |
| According to a well-known expression, a person who is "dressed to the nines" is wearing what? | FANCY CLOTHES |
| What is the English translation of the Latin phrase "mea culpa"? | THROUGH MY FAULT |
| By definition, a pseudologue does which of these things? | TELLS LIES |
| Now named for the last name of its inventor, what exercise system was first known as "contrology"? | PILATES |
| The combined populations of China and India make up approximately what percentage of the world's total? | 35 PERCENT |
| Released by Apple in 1998, which of these gadgets is the earliest? | IPOD |
| Starting from the bottom, what is the order of colors found in traditional candy corn? | YELLOW, ORANGE, WHITE |
| In a 2009 documentary,comic Chris Rock examines the African-American fascination with what? | "GOOD HAIR" |
| In England, the word "lorry" refers to what type of vehicle? | TRUCK |
| "The Lost Symbol" is the latest in a series of Dan Brown novels that center on what protagonist? | ROBERT LANGDON |
| Which of these sports stars was not in the top 5 of Sports Illustrated's 2010 list of highest-earning athletes? | PEYTON MANNING |
| In 2010, a fed-up flight attendant on what airline dramatically deplaned via an inflatable emergency chute? | JET BLUE |
| In 2011,the Smithsonian acquired pieces from the set of what classic TV show and "hippest trip in America"? | SOUL TRAIN |
| In what Denzel Washington movie does he say "We didn't land on Plymouth Rock. Plymouth Rock landed on us!"? | MALCOLM X |
| The famous unsolved murder of actress Elizabeth Short inspired what 1987 James Ellroy novel? | THE BLACK DAHLIA |
| Which of these U.S. presidents does not have a state capital named after him? | GROVER CLEVELAND |
| "Drink, ye harpooners!" is a line from what classic novel? | MOBY-DICK |
| The Broadway musical "Spamalot" is a stage adaptation of what classic movie comedy? | MONTY PYTHON & THE HOLY GRAIL |
| In 2011,FOX announced plans to remake what immensely popular Carl Sagan-hosted science series from 1980? | COSMOS |
| Emirates Airlines, the largest carrier in the Middle East, is headquartered in what city? | DUBAI |
| A well-known aphrodisiac, the Spanish fly is not a fly, but rather a species of what insect? | BEETLE |
| Along with Bonaire and Curacao,what "A" island comprises the "ABC Islands"? | ARUBA |
| The phrase "get out of Dodge" is commonly believed to refer to a city in what U.S. state? | KANSAS |
| The Sundance Film Festival is held every January in what U.S. state? | UTAH |
| Like graffiti,"scratchiti" is a form of what misconduct? | VANDALISM |
| The OPEC Oil cartel includes member nations from all but which of these continents? | EUROPE |
| What do the letters in the name of the drugstore brand Pepcid AC stand for? | ACID CONTROL |
| The jazz style known as Dixieland originated in the early 20th century in what Southern city? | NEW ORLEANS |
| Bel Air,Brentwood,and Westwood are neighborhoods in what metropolitan area? | LOS ANGELES |
| Fittingly,the first Filene's Basement was located below a store called Filene's in what big city? | BOSTON |
| Consisting of food served in a specialized box, "bento" is a popular type of meal native to what country? | JAPAN |
| In what movie does a character quiz his fiancee on the Baltimore Colts before agreeing to marry her? | DINER |
| What is the term for the stage of pregnancy during which a mother begins to feel her baby moving? | QUICKENING |
| Which popular reality show is based out of the island town Unalaska,Alaska,better known as "Dutch Harbor"? | DEADLIEST CATCH |
| If it could talk, the traditional animal symbol of the Democratic Party would most likely say what? | HEE-HAW! |
| "Two cows,make 'em cry" is diner slang for an order of two hamburgers topped with what? | ONIONS |
| Which of these activities involves a process known as "purling"? | KNITTING |
| Dave Berry once wrote that there was no way to kill what plant "that does not involve nuclear weapons"? | CRABGRASS |
| What is the less fierce-sounding given name of pro golfer Tiger Woods? | ELDRICK |
| A "face mask" is a common penalty in what sport? | FOOTBALL |
| Shel Silverstein spent over 3 years on the bestseller lists with his 1981 book "A Light in the" what? | ATTIC |
| If he lived in ancient Rome, what superhero might have gone by the name "Homo Ferreus"? | IRONMAN |
| Cockapoos are hybrid dogs created by breeding cocker spaniels with what other dogs? | POODLES |
| On TV's "The Muppet Show," what muppet is often seen chained to his drum set? | ANIMAL |
| "Stick-to-itiveness" is a folksy synonym for which of these words? | PERSEVERANCE |
| Michael Balzary, bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, is better known by what insect-inspired alias? | FLEA |
| Comic book hero Green Lantern uses what mystical accessory to unleash his otherworldly powers? | RING |
| After picking his running mate for vice president,who wrote in his diary,"It was my decision,and I blew it"? | GEORGE H.W. BUSH |
| In 2010,what comic's live talk about his novel "An Object of Beauty" was deemed so boring guests were offered refunds? | STEVE MARTIN |
| Which of these Southern cities shares its name with a dance that was wildly popular in the 1920s? | CHARLESTON |
| What adjective is used to describe animals that emit light? | BIOLUMINESCENT |
| Site of the French Open,the tennis courts of Roland Garros feature clay surfaces of what color? | RED |
| Matching the guardsmen's tunics at Buckingham Palace,British telephone booths are traditionally what color? | RED |
| Hidden in the word "mosquito" is the name of the capital city of what South American country? | ECUADOR |
| Who was president of the Soviet Union when it formally dissolved in 1991? | MIKHAIL GORBACHEV |
| Which of the following is a fancy word for the behavior that makes Pinocchio's nose grow? | PREVARICATION |
| Located in Cleveland,Georgia,BabyLand General Hospital is the "birthplace" of what popular children's dolls? | CABBAGE PATCH KIDS |
| Which of these is not one of the so-called BRIC countries, the four nations with the largest emerging markets? | ROMANIA |
| In common flavor of potato chips, "sour cream" is usually paired with what? | ONION |
| Which of these types of jewelry in standard sizes known as "opera," "princess" and "choker"? | NECKLACE |
| In the Bahamas, Oct 12th is Discovery Day, marking the arrival of what European explorer? | CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS |
| Which of these words contains an umlaut? | DOPPELGANGER |
| Which of these states is often referred to in the media as a "flyover state"? | KANSAS |
| Including "Sleepless In Seattle" Meg Ryan has starred in four movies written by whom? | NORA EPHRON |
| What country has the oldest written constitution that is still in effect? | UNITED STATES |
| When spelled as one word, what baseball hall of famer's last name means "having a pH more than 7?" | AL CALINE |
| Which literary character is a famous example of a "picaresque" hero, a lowborn character who lives by his wits? | HUCKLEBERRY FINN |
| At health spas, slices of what vegetable are commonly placed over a person's eyes to reduce swelling? | CUCUMBERS |
| Which of these foods goes unmentioned in Sesame Street's song "I Eat the Colors of the Rainbow"? | CAULIFLOWER |
| What animal did Woody Allen once memorably describe as "a rat with wings"? | PIGEON |
| Home to a famous breed of tiger,Bengal is a region located in what part of the world? | SOUTH ASIA |
| Which of these big names in aviation is also the first name of one of Sarah Palin's children? | PIPER |
| From 1856 until 1939, the country of Thailand was officially known as what? | SIAM |
| What is the product of the famous perfume names "Chanel No 5" and "Chanel No 19"? | CHANEL NO 95 |
| Founded in 1999,Edible Arrangements specializes in edible "bouquets" primarily made of what? | FRESH FRUIT |
| In the 1945 novel "Animal Farm," what animals control the "government" of the farm? | PIGS |
| Which of these names for a Mexican dish is also the Spanish name for a musical instrument? | FLAUTA |
| Known for creating her signature look,who was the official designer for First Lady Jackie Kennedy? | OLEG CASSINI |
| What religious sect congregates in buildings called "Kingdom Halls?" | JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES |
| Sunni is the largest denomination of what religion? | ISLAM |
| What pop singer's videos often feature professional motocross racer Carey Hart,her husband since 2006? | PINK |
| Played by Kim Fields for all 9 seasons, Tootie on TVs "The Facts of Life" has what real first name? | DOROTHY |
| When he was assassinated in Dallas Texas in in 1963, John F. Kennedy was riding in what make of car? | LINCOLN CONTINENTAL |
| On a standard backgammon game, players move their pieces onto spaces shaped like what? | TRIANGLES |
| Which of these Charlie Chaplin movies was intended to make fun of Adolf Hitler? | THE GREAT DICTATOR |
| Which of these popular drugstore brands is used to treat the medical condition androgenic alopecia? | ROGAINE |
| In a T-bone steak, the meat is attached to what "T"-shaped bone? | VERTEBRA |
| Which of these geological features shares its name with a verb meaning "to reach a stable level"? | PLATEAU |
| Scientific American claims that flowers will stay fresh longer when placed in water mixed with which of these drinks? | VODKA |
| In 1881,the infamous Gunfight at the O.K. Corral took place in a city that is now part of what state? | ARIZONA |
| In what U.S. state would you find Arches National Park,home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches? | UTAH |
| Which of these household cleaners shares its name with a figure from Greek mythology? | AJAX |
| Which of the following dishes is defined as "a hearty soup usually containing fish or shellfish,especially clams"? | CHOWDER |
| Besides "Righteous Kill,"what other film features scenes between acting greats Al Pacino and Robert De Niro? | HEAT |
| In orthodontics,dental braces that are fitted behind the teeth,so as not to be visible,are called what? | LINGUAL |
| Until 1834, John Jacob Astor was America's most successful businessman in what industry? | FUR |
| What TV actress' first job was as one of "The Love Boat Mermaids," a dance troupe on "The Love Boat"? | TERI HATCHER |
| Commonly used in Central American cuisine, pernil is meat that comes from what animal? | PIG |
| In cop drama slang terms, a prepaid cell phone is called a what? | BURNER |
| Which of the following birds is not named for the sound it makes? | ROBIN |
| In 2010,what "tell-it-like-it-is" comedian replaced John O'Hurley as the host of TV's "Family Feud"? | STEVE HARVEY |
| When TV advertisers refer to the all-important "18-49 demo," "demo" stands for what? | DEMOGRAPHIC |
| On Home Depot's web site, "islands" are items marked for what room of the house? | KITCHEN |
| The tradition of indoor Christmas tree decorating began in the 16th century in what country? | GERMANY |
| "Senseless in Seattle" and "The Da Vinci Coma" are Mad Magazine spoofs of movies starring what actor? | TOM HANKS |
| A Darwinist is,by definition,a believer of what concept? | EVOLUTION |
| "The Blind Side" depicts the troubled adolescence of Michael Oher, a linebacker drafted by what NFL team in 2009? | BALTIMORE RAVENS |
| An opthamologist would most likely treat someone suffering from which of these ailments? | GLAUCOMA |
| Though mostly free of it as an adult,which of these politicians grew up with a strong stutter? | JOE BIDEN |
| Headlines exclaimed "Aack!" when it was announced that what long-running comic strip would end in 2010? | CATHY |
| In the U.S. the federal appeals courts are divided into thirteen separate units called what? | CIRCUITS |
| In England, what professionals are classified either as barristers or solicitors? | LAWYERS |
| For years, Conan O'Brien has poked fun of his decidedly unhip car, a 1992 what? | FORD TAURUS |
| Which of these singers had a hit Top 40 song with a title that begins with the letter X? | LINDA PONSTADT |
| In the 2009 film "Watchmen" which character fittingly wears a mask decorated with inkblots? | RORSCHACH |
| Which of these talk shows is not considered a spin-off of "The Oprah Winfrey Show"? | THE WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW |
| A popular ingredient in cookies, hazelnuts are also known as what? | BUCKEYES |
| Which of these 2010 movies held a premiere in Lexington, Kentucky, near where much of it was filmed? | SECRETARIAT |
| What vegetable plant produces a soft,yellowish "silk," often used in herbal remedies? | CORN |
| What kind of person suffers from what psychiatrists term "pseudologia fantastica"? | PATHOLOGICAL LIAR |
| The romantic comedy "Sleepless In Seattle" ends with Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks finally meeting atop what landmark? | EMPIRE STATE BUILDING |
| In 2011,what Supreme Court justice opened up to the public about what it's like to grow up with type 1 diabetes? | SONIA SOTOMAYOR |
| Which of these soon-to-be stars did not appear in the 1983 movie "The Outsiders?" | KEIFER SUTHERLAND |
| One of the most translated books in the world, Anne Frank's original diary was published in what language? | DUTCH |
| Which of these articles of clothing fittingly gets its name from the Spanish word for "shade"? | SOMBRERO |
| Because it is released in stressful situations, which of these is known as the "fight or flight" hormone? | ADRENALINE |
| Hailed as a super-food, the much-hyped acai berry is harvested in which of these countries? | BRAZIL |
| Other than Antarctica, what continent has the smallest population? | AUSTRALIA |
| When it is July in the U.S., what season is it in Argentina? | WINTER |
| Suffered by many babies, colic is an unexplained condition characterized by long bouts of what? | CRYING |
| In women's fashion, a bodice is a garment specifically designed to cover what part of the body? | TORSO |
| What ballpark's ground rules states it's a double if the "baseball sticks in vines on bleacher wall"? | WRIGLEY FIELD |
| Often called the "poor man's koi," a shubunkin is a popular variety of what? | GOLDFISH |
| The U.S. Marine Corps motto is often shortened to Semper Fi, a phrase in which "Fi" is short for what? | FIDELIS |
| For most of the 1988 movie "Working Girl," Melanie Griffith's character had what occupation? | SECRETARY |
| The title of a 1955 Marilyn Monroe film suggests that spouses "itch" to stray after how many years of marriage? | SEVEN |
| The town of Riverside, Iowa claims to be the "future birthplace" of what fictional character? | CAPTAIN JAMES KIRK |
| In 1984 David Stern became the commissioner of what sport's professional league? | BASKETBALL |
| A bit of folk wisdom warns that when you point a finger at someone, how many fingers are pointing back at you? | THREE |
| Played by Garry Shandling,which of these iconic '90s TV characters was a neurotic late-night TV host? | LARRY SANDERS |
| Which of these fictional characters are described as being "three apples tall"? | SMURFS |
| The birthplace of actress Portia de Rossi, Geelong is a port city located where? | AUSTRALIA |
| In its TV ads,which brand of cat food is known for featuring a fluffy white cat eating from a crystal goblet? | FANCY FEAST |
| According to official lore, whose birth was greeted by a double rainbow over sacred Mt Paektu? | KIM JONG II |
| What film critic gives out Golden Thumb awards to his annual Overlooked Film Festival? | ROGER EBERT |
| In 1839,what inventor first vulcanized rubber? | CHARLES GOODYEAR |
| Outraging conservationists, who said "A tree is a tree, how many more do you need to look at?" | RONALD REAGAN |
| In what language do written questions begin with an upside-down question mark? | SPANISH |
| What country is said to have cultivated the world's first orange carrot,in honor of their king William of Orange? | HOLLAND |
| In Disney's "Operation Dumbo Drop," U.S. soldiers attempt to bring what animal to a Vietnamese village? | ELEPHANT |
| Which of these rodents are known for collecting bright, shiny objects and taking them to their nests? | PACKRATS |
| The classic sitcom "Seinfeld" is often referred to as "a show about" what? | NOTHING |
| A tea cozy is commonly made out of what material? | CLOTH |
| Concerned with the protection of endangered elephants,eBay expressly forbids the sale of objects made of what? | IVORY |
| Espadrilles are a type of what? | SHOES |
| The game Uno has rules similar to what children's card game? | CRAZY EIGHTS |
| Established in 1867, the Marquess of Queensberry Rules set the modern framework for what sport? | BOXING |
| Which of these berries is believed to be a hybrid of the blackberry and the raspberry? | LOGANBERRY |
| Pope Benedict XVI is the first pope in centuries to come from what country? | GERMANY |
| Inspired by the Scottish flag, the hero of the movie "Braveheart" wears what color paint? | BLUE |
| Which of these comedies prominently features a fortune-telling carnival game called "Zoltar Speaks"? | BIG |
| Who was both the last U.S. president of the 19th century and the first U.S. president of the 20th century? | WILLIAM MCKINLEY |
| Typically preferring to wade rather than swim, which of these birds does not have webbed feet? | CRANE |
| Though it can be traced back to the 1500s, the proverb "Tomorrow is another day" was popularized by what author? | MARGARET MITCHELL |
| A Smithsonian exhibit features one of Celia Cruz's "batas Cubanas",which is a Cuban variety of what? | DRESS |
| For several years,the male dancing company Chippendales has tried to copyright what signature look? | CUFFS & COLLAR |
| Now known as "The Gospel of Wealth," the 1889 article arguing that the wealthy must aid society was written by whom? | ANDREW CARNEGIE |
| Referring to a meaningful science, the phrase "the dog that didn't bark" derives from which fictional detective? | SHERLOCK HOLMES |
| Which of these ancient Greeks is famous for writing "Elements," an influential treatise on geometry? | EUCLID |
| Replacing Angela Merkel, in 2010, who topped Forbes' list of "The World's 100 Most Powerful Women"? | MICHELLE OBAMA |
| What U.S. president's mother was given the rather unusual first name Stanley? | BARACK OBAMA |
| Owned by Donald Trump, the Mar-a-Lago Club is a 126-room estate located in what resort town? | PALM BEACH |
| The animated spokesbird Sonny often spouts the catchphrase "I'm cuckoo for" what? | COCOA PUFFS |
| Barack Obama's 1st name is derived from a Semetic word meaning what? | Blessed |
| The word "fleabag" is commonly used to describe a seedy or run-down what? | HOTEL |
| Commonly known as Prince Harry,Prince William's younger brother has what actual first name? | HENRY |
| What comedy film ends with the lead character staging an elaborate puppet musical about Dracula? | FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL |
| Because of its population, which state elects two senators but only one representative to Congress? | DELAWARE |
| Because its spelling was not firmly established at the time, what word is misspelled on the Liberty Bell? | PENNSYLVANIA |
| Made with eggs and lemon juice, avgolemono is a traditional soup from what country? | GREECE |
| In the 2003 film "The Last Samurai," Tom Cruise plays a soldier who goes to what country to train its warriors? | JAPAN |
| The Enlightenment was an 18th century movement also commonly known as the "Age of " what? | REASON |
| To a resident of the British Isles, which of these countries is commonly called "The Antipodes?" | AUSTRALIA |
| The TV shows "Glee" and "Freaks and Geeks" are both set at high schools named after what U.S. president? | WILLIAM MCKINLEY |
| What best-selling novelist copyrights his books under the name "Garp Enterprises Ltd."? | JOHN IRVING |
| Drugs known as "beta blockers" are commonly prescribed for which of these conditions? | HYPERTENSION |
| Someone who is "lily-livered" exhibits what unflattering trait? | COWARDICE |
| "Team Edward or Team Jacob" is a passionate debate amongst readers of which of these authors? | STEPHENIE MEYER |
| Famous for his namesake "curl",how do you spell the nickname of hairdresser and chemist Robert Redding? | JHERI |
| Important in South American cuisine, which of these foods has been called "the supergrain of the future?" | QUINOA |
| In 1909, who became the first President to be depicted on a circulating U.S. monetary coin? | ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
| In 2001, which of these people was named Honorary Sergeant, Regular Army by President Clinton? | SACAGAWEA |
| Keith Ellison, the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Congress, was sworn in on a Koran once owned by what U.S. president? | THOMAS JEFFERSON |
| Which of these artists is notorious for singing through Auto-Tune pitch CORRECTion software? | T-PAIN |
| In film credits,which of these actors is typically listed with his full middle name,and not just a middle initial? | PHILLIP HOFFMAN |
| Who is the youngest justice currently sitting on the U.S. Supreme Court? | ELENA KAGAN |
| Every year McDonald's offers its popular Shamrock Shake for a limited time during what month? | MARCH |
| Which of these Oscar-winning actresses won her Oscar for playing an Oscar-winning actress? | CATE BLANCHETT |
| Which of these women has never been married to Tom Cruise? | Nicole Kidman |
| Following suit with Princess Diana,Kate Middleton omitted what word from her wedding vows to Prince William? | OBEY |
| The classic song "Chattanooga Choo Choo" immortalized a train station located in what Southern state? | TENNESSEE |
| Besides Meredith Vieira,who is the only woman to have won an Emmy for hosting a game show? | BETTY WHITE |
| Which of these music acts is not co-ed? | COLDPLAY |
| "Sawing logs" is a slang expression often used to describe someone who is doing what? | SNORING |
| According to forklore, what legendary creature creates no reflection in a mirror? | VAMPIRE |
| Which of these flowers has a common yoga pose named after it? | LOTUS |
| In the well-known acronym "laser," the "L" stands for what? | LIGHT |
| Which of these jazz greats was often billed as "The World's Greatest Trumpeter"? | LOUIS ARMSTRONG |
| What home product brand contributes $1 to its "Loads of Hope" charity program for every bottle sold? | TIDE |
| Helping people cope with the current economy,The Recessionista blog primarily covers what area of interest? | FASHION |
| A liger is an animal that results from the crossbreeding of a tiger and a what? | LION |
| In 1960, Mount Everest explorer Sir Edmund Hillary led an expedition to find what mythical creature? | ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN |
| To help fans pronounce it CORRECTly, comedian Louis Szekely typically spells his name how? | LOUIS C.K. |
| What "Beverly Hills 90210" co-star competed on "Dancing With The Stars" a season after her fellow co-star Ian Ziering? | JENNIE GARTH |
| "The Meltdown" and "Dawn of the Dinosaurs" are both apt subtitles of sequels to what animated film? | ICE AGE |
| Because it means "gentlemen," which of these words often marks the way to men's restrooms in Spanish-speaking places? | CABALLEROS |
| Which of these elements is an active ingredient in calamine lotion? | ZINC |
| A tangelo is a cross between a tangerine and what other fruit? | GRAPEFRUIT |
| According to a popular legend, what pasta's shape is modeled after a woman's belly button? | TORTELLINI |
| Which of these branches of the Armed Forces operates F-16s? | AIR FORCE |
| "Hell's Kitchen," "Kitchen Nightmares," and "MasterChef" are reality shows hosted by what hot-tempered chef? | GORDON RAMSAY |
| In the Charles Dickens novel "A Christmas Carol," what is the last name of the young Tiny Tim? | CRATCHIT |
| "Synchronicity", the last studio album by The Police, shares its name with a theory put forward by whom? | CARL JUNG |
| Harpo,Oprah's production company,shares its name with a character from a novel by what author? | ALICE WALKER |
| Named after two goddesses of love, Aphrodite Tera and Ishtar Terra are two prominent regions on what planet? | VENUS |
| Equivalent to 20 bottles, which of these large bottles of champagne holds the greatest volume? | NEBUCHADNEZZAR |
| Twenty-five times the size of the Bonneville Salt Flats, the Salar de Uyuni Salt Flats are located where? | BOLIVIA |
| What country's current government was established in 1958 and is known as the Fifth Republic? | FRANCE |
| One of the world's steepest streets in a major city,Filbert Street is located where? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| In Greek myth,what form did Zeus assume when he seduced Leda? | SWAN |
| "Spin Cycle," "Scary-Go-Round" and "Rib Rage" are all events on what hit TV game show? | WIPEOUT |
| Isaiah Mustafa plays "The Man Your Man Could Smell Like" in a surreal series of ads for what product? | OLD SPICE |
| Nahasapeemapetilon is the last name of what character on TV's "The Simpsons"? | APU |
| Introduced in the 1980s, the Wacky WallWalker was a popular sticky toy in the shape of what animal? | OCTUPUS |
| Which of these words features four consecutive letters in alphabetical order? | UNDERSTUDY |
| Which of these vehicles often lacks handlebars? | UNICYCLE |
| Baseball's Brooklyn Dodgers got its name from fans who "dodged" what on their way to home games? | TROLLEYS |
| In 2011,Jay Carney replaced Robert Gibbs as President Obama's what? | PRESS SECRETARY |
| A presumed expert at Mongolian beef,Huou was a 13th-century culinary pioneer and personal chef for whom? | KUBLAI KHAN |
| Because he "unconsciously plagerized" it, what artist shares his "Forever Young" royalties with Bob Dylan? | ROD STEWART |
| Lymph nodes are an important component of what human body system? | IMMUNE |
| Opposed by Apple, using unapproved software on your iPhone is popularly referred to as what? | JAILBREAKING |
| From what country's controversial court case did the phrase "a dingo's got my baby" originate? | AUSTRALIA |
| Because he thought it would improve people's spirits,in 1920 Harry Burt named his ice-cream-on-a-stick invention what? | GOOD HUMOR BAR |
| Afrikaans and Zulu are just two of the eleven official languages used by what multilingual nation? | SOUTH AFRICA |
| Which of these shoe companies shares its name with a type of antelopes? | REEBOK |
| What rapper's song "Dear Mama" was officially preserved in the U.S. Library of Congress in 2010? | TUPAC SHAKUR |
| Engineered by scientists, the broccoflower is what type of edible? | VEGETABLE |
| In a cover of the song "Proud Mary," Tina Turner sings "And we're rolling,rolling,rolling on the" what? | RIVER |
| Containing a deadly toxin, the carefully-prepared Japanese delicacy "fugu" is what type of animal? | PUFFERFISH |
| President Obama's speechwriter John Favreau, happens to share his name with the writer of what popular film? | SWINGERS |
| The 2002 film "Windtalkers" details the true story of how U.S. soldiers used what language as a code during World War II? | NAVAJO |
| In 1956, Chuck Williams opened the first WIlliams-Sonoma store in what state? | |
| Darwin's theory of evolution was supported by observing which of these birds on the Galapagos Islands? | FINCHES |
| Which of these words features all five vowels in alphabetical order? | FACETIOUS |
| Considered extremely "contagious," what term is often used by children to essentially mean "germs"? | COOTIES |
| What was the world's tallest man-made structure for over 45 centuries? | PYRAMID AT GIZA |
| Also a noted Broadway actor,Paul Lynde was most famous for being a regular guest on what game show? | HOLLYWOOD SQUARES |
| A plant or animal that grows and feeds on or in another organism is called a what? | PARASITE |
| In 2005, Dan Rather concluded his final show as a CBS news anchor with what familiar sign-off? | COURAGE |
| Which type of nut puts the "rocks" in Haagen-Dazs' Rocky Road ice cream? | ALMONDS |
| Home of "Clawed the Eagle," American University is a private school located where? | WASHINGTON, D.C. |
| Members of Gideon International are best known for their distribution of what items in hotel rooms? | BIBLES |
| Manga A Go-Go and Super Yumberry are two menu items offered by which of these food chains? | JAMBA JUICE |
| Often found in cafes throughout the Middle East,a hookah is an ancient device traditionally used to do what? | SMOKE TOBACCO |
| In real estate lingo, buying a house with the intention of quickly reselling it for a profit is called what? | FLIPPING |
| In 2010,the media reported "World War I Officially Ends" after what country paid off its $33 billion war debt? | GERMANY |
| By definition,a kibbutz is a communal farm or settlement in what country? | ISRAEL |
| Which of these articles of clothing shares its name with an 18th-century Spanish folk dance? | BOLERO |
| In the cover of the song "Proud Mary," Tina Turner sings, "And we're rolling, rolling, rolling on the" what? | RIVER |
| Prized for its agreeable temperament, the puggle is a cross between the pug and what other breed of dog? | BEAGLE |
| Tilapia is a popular variety of what? | FISH |
| In the 1968 movie "Funny Girl," Barbara Streisand's character looks into the mirror and says "Hello" what? | GORGEOUS |
| In the U.S., what 20th century event preceded the start of the so-called "Baby Boom" era? | WORLD WAR II |
| Which of these is not one of the three corners of the mysterious "Bermuda Triangle"? | JAMAICA |
| If a person has blue eyes, it is because what part of his eyes are blue? | IRIS |
| Circus Peanuts,a classic marshmallow candy,are traditionally what color? | ORANGE |
| A staple at Tea Party rallies,flags depicting a rattlesnake and the motto "Don't Tread on Me" have what color background? | YELLOW |
| A fixture in urban settings, Columba livia is the scientific name for what birds? | PIGEONS |
| Subway performer and 2010 "America's Got Talent' contestant Alice Tan Ridley is the talented mother of what actress? | GABOUREY SIDIBE |
| Which of these cable pundits is known for using an old-fashioned chalkboard as a visual aid? | GLEN BECK |
| The band Pink Floyd is known for augmenting its concerts with a giant inflatable replica of what animal? | PIG |
| In birds, the gizzard is an organ that plays an important role in what process? | DIGESTION |
| Carrots are said to be good for the eyes because they enable the body to create what nutrient? | VITAMIN A |
| In "Caddyshack," Bill Murray plays a deranged assistant greenskeeper who claims to have caddied for whom? | THE DALAI LAMA |
| In E.B. White's classic children's novel "Charlotte's Web," what is the name of the gluttonous rat? | TEMPLETON |
| In what part of the house would you find treads and risers? | STAIRCASE |
| On a popular kids' TV show,Tasha,Tyrone,Pablo,Austin and Uniqua are better known as the what? | BACKYARDIGANS |
| During his illustrious career, Romanian-born Bela Karolyi coached 9 Olympic champions in what sport? | GYMNASTICS |
| Important for ad rates, TV programming in Feb, May, July, and November has what special name? | SWEEPS |
| The US imports the most oil from which of these countries? | CANADA |
| In 2009, China surpassed what country to become the world's leading consumer of energy? | UNITED STATES |
| Which of these terms refers to a psychic entertainer who specializes in manipulating people's minds? | MENTALIST |
| What famously reticent Supreme Court justice hasn't asked a question from the bench since 2006? | CLARENCE THOMAS |
| Which of these actresses did not divorce her husband shortly after receiving her Academy Award? | CATHERINE ZETA-JONES |
| Fought over for decades, what Mediterranean island speaks Greek in its southern half and Turkish up north? | CYPRUS |
| Which of these is a term for spicing up otherwise mild food? | DEVILING |
| The family drama "7th heaven" launched the acting career of which of these Hollywood starlets? | JESSICA BIEL |
| Which of these funny expressions is Yiddish for "dirt?" | SCHMUT |
| What game's name is aptly derived from a Swahili word meaning "to build"? | JENGA |
| On account of his yellow skin,a doctor might mistakenly "diagnose" TV's Homer Simpson with what medical condition? | JAUNDICE |
| Excluding the two-part series finale,what long-running sitcom's episode titles all started with "The One..."? | FRIENDS |
| The Scoville scale, used to measure the "zing" of chili peppers, rates which of these peppers the hottest? | HABENERO |
| When not anchoring "NBC Nightly News," what newsman frequently spoofs himself of TV's "30 Rock"? | BRIAN WILLIAMS |
| On an '80s TV series, a plucky orphan named Penelope Brewster was better known as what? | PUNKY |
| Due to the popularity of Harry Potter, what word was added to the Oxford English dictionary in 2003? | Muggle |
| A politician who suddenly changes his public position on an issue is commonly said to have what? | FLIP-FLOPPED |
| In the Winter Olympics, females are not allowed to compete in which of these disciplines? | SKI JUMPING |
| What sport does Jose Canseco play professionally? | BASEBALL |
| From the French for "half-cup," a demitasse is commonly a small serving of what? | COFFEE |
| The Strait of Magellan runs primarily through which of these countries? | CHILE |
| The 1557 mile long Ganges River flows through what country/ | INDIA |
| Cape Agulhas, and not the nearby Cape of Good Hope, is the southernmost point of what continent? | AFRICA |
| Capri pants are named for a picturesque resort island located off the coast of what country? | ITALY |
| What is the name of the dog who has appeared alongside Sailor Jack on Cracker Jack packages since 1918? | BINGO |
| Indigenous to Central and South America, the bushmaster is a type of what animal? | SNAKE |
| 7-Eleven stores were temporarily converted into Kwik E-marts to promote the release of what movie? | THE SIMPSONS MOVIE |
| By definition, a chiropodist is a specialist who treats disorders of the what? | FEET |
| One of the sport's most famous players,Prince William captained what team at the University of St.Andrews? | WATER POLO |
| Which of these animals is classified as an actual variety of fish? | CATFISH |
| Which of these actors attributes his unique performance style to ignoring the punctuation marks in his scripts? | CHRISTOPHER WALKEN |
| On a classic episode of the "Brady Bunch," Jan makes up an imaginary boyfriend with what name? | GEORGE GLASS |
| Which of these well-known TV dads was played by an actor who had the same first name as his character? | TONY MICELLI |
| "Tramp Stamp" is a common slang term for a tattoo found where? | LOWER BACK |
| "Tip the pan slightly to ignite the rum" is an instruction in the recipe for which of these popular desserts? | BANANAS FOSTER |
| In 2000, Van Heusen launched its "Regis" line, featuring paired shirts and ties that were what? | MONOCHROMATIC |
| Often read at weddings,the Bible verse 1 Corinthians 13:4 begins "Love is patient,love is" what? | KIND |
| Which of these now generic terms did not once refer to a specific brand name? | STYROFOAM |
| A person flying due east from Iceland would pass over the following countries in what order? | NORWAY, SWEDEN, FINLAND |
| Which of these games features the categories "Action," "Object" and "Person/Place/Animal"? | PICTIONARY |
| In which of these places would you most likely find men's and women's restrooms labeled "kane" and "wahine"? | HAWAII |
| Which of these verbs has a past tense form that is also a word for a type of woman's shoulder scarf? | STEAL |
| Now available in a variety of flavors, the original Malibu Rum is flavored with what exotic fruit? | COCONUT |
| Sported by celebrities like Billy Ray Cyrus, a "soul patch" is a type of what? | BEARD |
| Actors who gain weight for roles are often compared to Robert De Niro,who packed on 60 pounds for what Scorsese film? | RAGING BULL |
| In the full name of the military alliance "NATO," the "T" stands for what? | TREATY |
| Before its country suffered a 15-year civil war, what city was known as "The Paris of the Middle East"? | BEIRUT |
| In the name of communications giant AT & T, the second "T" originally stood for what? | TELEGRAPH |
| In the classic Mark Twain novel,Tom Sawyer lives in a small town located near what river? | MISSISSIPPI |
| In 2009, what pro athlete launched his own TV show in which he tackles other pros at their jobs? | SHAQUILLE O'NEAL |
| What U.S. state's capital was named after "the Most Holy Sacrament of the Body and blood of Christ"? | CALIFORNIA |
| In 2009,Utah's Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa teamed up with a popular reality show and renamed itself what? | THE BIGGEST LOSER RESORT |
| What band's lead singer often went by the name "Mr. Mojo Risin," an anagram of his real name? | THE DOORS |
| Which of these chart-topping albums was recorded by an "American Idol" champion? | SOME HEARTS |
| Which of these movies features a scene involving Halloween but not Christmas? | E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL |
| The theme song for what popular cartoon features the line "robots in disguise"? | TRANSFORMERS |
| Ronald Reagan's role in the 1940 movie "Knute Rockne: All American" earned him what nickname? | THE GIPPER |
| Which of these herb names comes first in the title of a classic 1966 album by Simon and Garfunkel? | PARSLEY |
| The "funny bone" is thought to get its name due to its proximity to what funny-sounding bone? | HUMERUS |
| In 2007, what TV actor's daughter released a video of her intoxicated father attempting to eat a hamburger? | DAVID HASSELHOFF |
| "Cowboys and Indians" magazine once described what singer as "part cowboy, part Indian, all icon"? | WILLIE NELSON |
| George Steinbrenner,the legendary owner of the NY Yankees,made his fortune in what industry? | SHIPPING |
| Who was David Letterman's first guest on NBC in 1982 and again on CBS in 1993? | BILL MURRAY |
| In its final episode, what TV show revealed that the hospital was actually inside a snowglobe? | ST ELSEWHERE |
| In baseball,home plate is traditionally shaped like a what? | PENTAGON |
| Which of these TV series titles contains a superlative adjective? | THE BIGGEST LOSER |
| Jazz legend Charlie Parker is best known for playing what instrument? | SAXOPHONE |
| In the '50s,the Swedish company Malaco debuted a line of soft,gummy candies shaped like what animals? | FISH |
| Because it is a fictionalized account of the author's real life, which of these novels is considered a "roman a clef"? | THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA |
| In the name of the famous 1980s British band, what word follows "Psydelic"? | FURS |
| Which planet is often called the earth's twin because it is nearly the same size in diameter? | VENUS |
| What U.S. state is home to both Boise National Forest and Coeur d'Alene National Forest? | IDAHO |
| Teased for it on "Saturday Night Live,"what actress appears in a series of TV ads for Activia yogurt? | JAMIE LEE CURTIS |
| According to a common idiom, extremely close friends are said to be "as thick as" what? | THIEVES |
| On the cartoon series Scooby-Doo, Where Are You, which character usually wears an ascot? | FRED |
| In 2010, what country's cultural minister banned mullets and ponytails for men as being "decadent"? | IRAN |
| Which of these countries' people usually eat with fork and spoon, using only chopsticks for noodles? | THAILAND |
| Which of these instruments is not part of a traditional mariachi band? | FLUTE |
| What state's standard license plates feature the motto "The First State"? | DELAWARE |
| What U.S. state's capital city is named after Revolutionary War hero Francis Nash? | TENNESSEE |
| Muscatel is a sweet-flavored type of what? | WINE |
| The popular burrito chain Chipotle is named after a type of what? | PEPPER |
| Often used in the past to transport cargo, a windjammer is a large type of which vehicle? | SAILBOAT |
| Which of these architectural elements is a type of built-in seat located adjacent to a fireplace? | INGLENOOK |
| In Western astrology, which of these is NOT one of the four elements that make up the universe? | METAL |
| What is the proper spelling of a mythological being known for shape-shifting,often under a full moon? | WEREWOLF |
| Audiences sang the lyrics "summer fling,don't mean a thing" at a 2010 "Sing-A-Long" re-release of what movie musical? | GREASE |
| What singer's revealing 1993 Rolling Stones cover memorably featured two strategically placed hands? | JANET JACKSON |
| Before the names "Draper" and "Pryce" were added,the name of the ad agency featured on "Mad Men" was what? | STERLING COOPER |
| Which of these U.S. presidents has a middle name that was the last name of another U.S. president? | RONALD REAGAN |
| Sampling a 1984 song and flipping the words in its title, Jay-Z had a top 40 hit in 2010 called what? | YOUNG FOREVER |
| Who is credited with the memorable quip "In the future,everyone will be world-famous for fifteen minutes"? | ANDY WARHOL |
| In a 2007 movie, Nicholas Cage plays Johnny Blaze, a fiery vigilante who is better known by what name? | GHOST RIDER |
| According to a well-known nursery rhyme,"Wednesday's child is full of" what? | WOE |
| Which of these units of measurement comes in standard "statute" and slightly longer "nautical" versions? | MILE |
| To promote Breast cancer awareness,in 2010 Elizabeth Hurley helped light 39 landmarks what color? | PINK |
| The iconic "Fail Whale"image sometimes appears during periods of high traffic on what popular Internet site? | |
| Ossicones are hair-covered horns atop the head of which of these mammals? | GIRAFFE |
| The Italian dish carpaccio is traditionally made from thin slices of what? | RAW BEEF |
| What kind of food is produced in an apiary? | HONEY |
| As of 2010,which of these Bravo "Real Housewives" has not released a music single? | MICHAELE SALAHI |
| What Will Ferrell movie features several actors who are credited as "Background Sleestak"? | LAND OF THE LOST |
| What U.S. movie was released in France under the title "La Guerre des Etoiles"? | STAR WARS |
| Kenneth Lay and Jeffrey Skilling are both depicted in a 2010 musical about what scandalized corporation? | ENRON |
| When in the air,the famous Goodyear blimps are filled with nearly 203,000 cubic feet of what? | HELIUM |
| The 2010 comedy "Vampires Suck" is a movie spoof that pokes fun at which of these film franchises? | TWILIGHT |
| The Grammy-winning soundtrack to "O brother, where art thou?" features the music of what genre? | BLUEGRASS |
| Due to their decorative trim, what type of automobiles popularized the nickname "woodies" in the '60s? | STATION WAGONS |
| "A crate is hidden away in a large government warehouse" describes the end of what adventure film? | RAIDERS OF THE LAST ARK |
| When written properly,which of these '80s pop bands has an exclamation point at the end of its name? | WHAM |
| Chiefly used in the U.K.,the term "serviette" refers to what everyday household item? | NAPKIN |
| In a highly contentious verdict,Casey Anthony was found not guilty on all but which of these charges in 2011? | LYING TO POLICE |
| Featured in working mother's list of "Most Powerful Moms in Sports," Dara Torres is a well-known what? | SWIMMER |
| Which of these popular TV sitcoms is not filmed in a mock documentary style? | THE BIG BANG THEORY |
| Placing a blanket over a fire extinguishes it by robbing the flame of what gas? | OXYGEN |
| At the 2010 VMA's,who picked up her "Video of the Year" award wearing a dress fashioned out of raw meat? | LADY GAGA |
| In order to play the banjo more effectively, what comedian maintains acrylic nails nails on two of his picking fingers? | STEVE MARTIN |
| Not surprisingly, what classic novel figures prominently in the plot of the 2010 teen comedy "Easy A"? | THE SCARLET LETTER |
| Which of these movies features a scene in which Brad Pitt's character wrestles a bear? | LEGENDS OF THE FALL |
| "Aggies,Immies,Shooters,and Swirls" is the title of a coffee table book devoted to what children's game? | MARBLES |
| What classic TV sitcom popularized the exclamation "Shazbot!"? | MORK & MINDY |
| Which of the following is often classified as a type of role-playing game? | DUNGEONS & DRAGONS |
| According to a classic theme song, you'll have a "yabba-dabba-doo time" watching what TV series? | THE FLINTSTONES |
| Katy Perry's 2010 hit "California Gurls" borrows a lyric from a similarly titled 1965 song by what classic band? | THE BEACH BOYS |
| Just for Men is a leading drugstore brand of what product? | HAIR COLOR |
| A replica of John Sutter's sawmill in Coloma,California,marks what important event in U.S. history? | GOLD RUSH |
| Gun-control advocate James Brady once held what position in the Reagan administration? | PRESS SECRETARY |
| A family that wants everything "instantly," the Wrightnows appear in commercials promoting what? | NETFLIX |
| "Schmaltzy," meaning "overly sentimental," comes from a Yiddish word for what? | CHICKEN FAT |
| Which of these is the CORRECT spelling for a popular brand of breakfast cereal? | CAP'N CRUNCH |
| Produced in Germany, Maybach is a luxury brand of what? | AUTOMOBILE |
| Which of these fancy deserts is not typically lit on fire as part of its preparation? | BAKED ALASKA |
| According to a classic tune from "Porgy and Bess," "the living is easy" during what time? | SUMMERTIME |
| "Publish or perish" is a rule usually said to apply to the careers of what professionals? | PROFESSORS |
| Urushiol,a toxic resin,causes the typical rashes and itchiness associated with which of these plants? | POISON IVY |
| Many graduate students find themselves in the ambiguous state commonly known as "ABD," or "all but" what? | DISSERTATION |
| What Broadway musical features the song "Food, Glorious Food"? | OLIVER! |
| "He floats through the air with the greatest of ease" is a familiar lyric about what kind of circus performer? | TRAPEZE ARTIST |
| Which of these sources of light can be categorized as phosphorescent? | GLOW-IN-THE-DARK STICKER |
| About sharecroppers in Georgia, what novel's title is also a noun meaning "a poverty-stricken area"? | TOBACCO ROAD |
| A type of security measure, retinal scanning identifies people based on unique patterns in their what? | EYES |
| Since the 1920s,what sport has held an amateur tournament known as the "Golden Gloves"? | BOXING |
| Famous for the lifesaving maneuver named after him, Henry J. Heimlich was what type of doctor? | THORACIC SURGEON |
| Which of these dog breeds is also slang for an overly aggressive person? | PIT BULL |
| In "The Empire Strikes Back," Han Solo memorably says, "Laugh it Up Fuzzball" to what character? | CHEWBACCA |
| What company takes its name from the first mate in the classic novel "Moby Dick?" | STARBUCKS |
| What division of the U.S. government aptly features an encrypted hexadecimal code hidden within its logo? | U.S. CYBER COMMAND |
| Because it is easy to raise and has a mild taste, what extremely popular fish is known as "aquatic chicken"? | TILAPIA |
| Which of these could be an alternative title for TV Land's celeb reality show "Harry Loves Lisa?" | HAMLIN LOVES RINNA |
| In "About a Boy," Hugh Grant's character lives off the royalties from what one-hit wonder Christmas song? | SANTA'S SUPER SLEIGH |
| What is the name of the fictitious company featured in the 1999 cult film "Office Space"? | INITITECH |
| Which of these films was loosely based on a 1927 Upton Sinclair novel? | THERE WILL BE BLOOD |
| Over 30 years ago, which of these Presidents signed legislation to immunize Americans from swine flu? | GERALD FORD |
| The official logo for the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. features a picture of what? | GIRLS' SILHOUETTED FACES |
| Varieties of what beauty aid are often advertised as being "acetone-free"? | NAIL POLISH REMOVER |
| In the 1880s,Australians built an enormously long fence to keep what animals from attacking their sheep? | DINGOES |
| Golden-voiced Julie Andrews won her only Oscar for her work in what movie musical? | MARY POPPINS |
| An observation platform is called a crow's nest and is traditionally found at the top of a what? | BOAT |
| Which of these famous statues depicts a young man who is about to do battle with a giant? | DAVID |
| Despite serving the shortest presidency, who delivered the longest inaugural address, nearly 2 hours long? | WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON |
| By definition, what does a game-keeper keep? | ANIMALS |
| Which of these common tongue-twisting phrases features numerous examples of sibilance? | SHE SELLS SEASHELLS |
| Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2010, Junior's is a New-York based restaurant famous for its what? | CHEESECAKE |
| TV and movie character Peewee Herman is known for wearing which of these fashion accessories? | RED BOW TIE |
| "Two bufoons go to Aspen to return a woman's purse" is the basic premise of what big-screen comedy? | DUMB AND DUMBER |
| Which of these TV sitcoms features a pesky uber-geek whose signature catch-phrase is "Did I do that?" | FAMILY MATTERS |
| In 2003, R & B singer Kelis released a hit single named after what tasty treat? | MILKSHAKE |
| A popular song at sports events, the Ramones' "Blitzkreig Bop"begins with what chorus? | HEY HO LET"S GO |
| On the "Arsenio hall Show," a special section of the studio audience was called a what? | DOG POUND |
| Which of these movies in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" film franchise was released first? | THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL |
| What sitcom features a well-to-do family employing a wise-cracking butler named Geoffrey Butler? | THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL_AIR |
| "Molly Pitcher" was so named because she brought water to soldiers on the battlefield during what war? | AMERICAN REVOLUTION |
| In Mexico, a tortilla is a thin corn or flour flatbread, but in Spain, a tortilla is a what? | POTATO OMELET |
| Beloved by millions of women, Spanx is a popular brand of which of the following? | UNDERGARMENTS |
| As seen in online videos, a person can create soda geysers by combining Diet Coke with which of these? | MINT MENTOS |
| A person wearing specialized Capezio shoes is most likely engaging in which of these activities? | BALLET DANCING |
| A Spanish speaker in the U.S. who is celebrating "El Dia de Accion de Gracias" is celebrating what holiday? | THANKSGIVING |
| Which of these hit '80s songs features the recurring line "The shareef don't like it"? | ROCK THE CASBAH |
| In the Broadway musical "Cats," costumed actors romp around a set designed to look like a what? | JUNKYARD |
| In a newspaper, the section devoted to a list of incidents reported by the local police is called what? | POLICE BLOTTER |
| By definition, which of these types of triangles is always acute? | EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE |
| Which of the following is not one of the five ingredients listed on a pint of Haagen Dazs vanilla ice cream? | EGG WHITES |
| To pursue his hobby, a cruciverbalist would flip to what part of a newspaper? | CROSSWORD PUZZLE |
| Which of these films depicts a real-live court case and not an epic battle between two fictional creatures? | Dracula v. Frankenstein |
| What two-word term is used by publishers to refer to all unsolicited manuscripts they receive? | SLUSH PILE |
| In 1885, what popular soft drink was invented at Morrison's Old Corner Drug Store in Waco, TX? | DOCTOR PEPPER |
| "Pink Panther" refers to a what? | DIAMOND |
| The "heat index" is a weather indicator that takes into account air temperature and what other factor? | RELATIVE HUMIDITY |
| Which of these ingredients is not traditionally used to make pesto? | SARDINES |
| Which of these movies is not mentioned in the 1989 Billy Joel song "We Didn't Start the Fire"? | DOCTOR ZHIVAGO |
| Groundhogs are also commonly known as what? | WOODCHUCKS |
| What icon of the fashion world both directed and financed the 2009 indie film "A Single Man"? | TOM FORD |
| In 2009,what politician released a much-anticipated memoir titled "Going Rogue:An American Life"? | SARAH PALIN |
| Specializing in grilled cheese sandwiches,the Arkansas food truck Grillenium Falcon pays homage to what film franchise? | STAR WARS |
| Like Indiana Jones, which of these action movie heroes is an archaeologist? | LARA CROFT |
| The expression "Perfect Storm" is widely believed to have been coined by what bestselling author? | SEBASTIAN JUNGER |
| In the popular drink bubble tea,the little pearls or "boba" that gather at the bottom are typically made from what? | TAPIOCA |
| In a nod to her Spice Girl nickname,Melanie Brown's 2010 reality series is subtitled what? | IT'S A SCARY WORLD |
| The USDA uses the official terms "broiler," "fryer," and "roaster" to classify different types of what? | CHICKENS |
| In 2010,what Senate hopeful released an odd political ad in which she declared,"I'm not a witch"? | CHRISTINE O'DONNELL |
| Since 1946, what slogan has appeared on the cover of Highlights for Children magazine? | FUN WITH A PURPOSE |
| A move called a "jackknife" is commonly performed in what sport? | DIVING |
| In 2011,what classic '80s movie was adapted into a television series on MTV? | TEEN WOLF |
| "Sherri Shepherd Wants to Make Whoopee" was a 2010 headline about the comedian hosting what game show? | THE NEWLYWED GAME |
| In which of these films is Joaquin Phoenix credited as "Leaf Phoenix," his self-given childhood moniker? | PARENTHOOD |
| In 2010 Jeff Bridges received a Best Actor Oscar for his performance as Bad Blake, who is a what? | COUNTRY SINGER |
| The French Open is played on tennis courts with what surface? | CLAY |
| What "casual dining" restaurant uses the slogan "Eatin' Good in the Neighborhood"? | APPLEBEE'S |
| Which of these beverages is usually homogenized before being sold to consumers? | MILK |
| A college graduate who participates in an ROTC program graduates with a what? | MILITARY COMMISSION |
| A person who has the first generation Apple iPad can use it to do all but which of the following? | VIDEO CHAT |
| Meaning "they go out," what Latin term do playwrights use to indicate that actors should leave the stage? | EX PARTE |
| "Dead-tree version" is slang for a document that is what? | PRINTED ON PAPER |
| The U.S. icon "Uncle Sam" was based on Samuel Wilson, who, during the War of 1812, was a what? | MEAT INSPECTOR |
| Leonardo da Vinci wrote his famous notebooks mainly using what unusual method? | MIRROR WRITING |
| Coral reefs form due to a gradual accumulation of which of the following? | ANIMAL SKELETONS |
| By definition, a corporation that files for Chapter 11 is doing what? | DECLARING BANKRUPTCY |
| When poaching eggs, chefs often use which of these ingredients to prevent the whites from "spreading?" | VINEGAR |
| In art, the Greek Titan Atlas is traditionally depicted holding what on his shoulders? | GLOBE |
| The musical duo Sugarland are chart-topping artists in what musical genre? | COUNTRY |
| Annoying to some while fun for others "The Name Game" is a children's rhyming game,also known as what? | THE BANANA SONG |
| Known for its memorable drum fill, what Phil Collins song does Steelers coach Mike Tomlin play to amp up his team? | IN THE AIR TONIGHT |
| After dismal performances,a legendary what inspired the 2010 headline "Houston,We Have a Problem"? | POP SINGER |
| What drugstore remedy was originally called "Mixture Cholera Infatum" by its creator? | Vicks VapoRub |
| Which of these confections is often made in a machine that uses centrifugal force? | COTTON CANDY |
| Because of its shape, which of these comfy chairs is sometimes referred to as a "dish chair"? | PAPASAN CHAIR |
| On a classic "Seinfeld" episode, George undergoes a phenomenon called "shrinkage" as a result of doing what? | SWIMMING IN A POOL |
| "Circumaural" and "supra-aural" are two common styles of what tech gadget? | HEADPHONES |
| A type of fire-resistant material, Nomex is often worn by what sports stars? | NASCAR DRIVERS |
| A herpetologist deals with the study and classification of what? | REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS |
| Before starring in "Lost," Matthew Fox played a key role in what '90s teen drama? | PARTY OF FIVE |
| Popular in France, a croque-monsieur is a heated sandwich traditionally filled with what? | HAM AND CHEESE |
| Which of these sassy phrases is not also the title of a film featuring Diane Keaton? | YOU CAN SAY THAT AGAIN |
| In the U.S. the companies McClatchy, Gannett, and Tribune are three of the largest owners of what? | NEWSPAPERS |
| The term French paradox refers to the fact that, despite a high-fat diet, the French are relatively what? | SLENDER |
| John McCain's wife Cindy is the chairman of the board of a company that sells what? | BEER |
| In the early 20th century, Robert Perry and Frederick Cook each claimed to be the first to what? | REACH THE NORTH POLE |
| In the popular children's song "On Top of Spaghetti," what causes the singer's meatball to roll off the table? | SOMEBODY SNEEZES |
| Often served with tea,a "crumpet" is most aptly described as which of the following? | AN UNSWEETENED MUFFIN |
| What U.S. town holds an annual "Wyatt Earp Days" festival to celebrate its most famous lawman? | TOMBSTONE, AZ |
| Since 2004,the FDA has allowed the use of fly larvae,or maggots,for what medical purpose? | CLEANING OUT WOUNDS |
| The VH1 reality show "Brandy and Ray J: A Family Business" centers on a pair of singers that are related how? | BROTHER AND SISTER |
| As its name implies, the Guinness World Book of Records was initially published by what kind of business? | BREWERY |
| Often found in cafes throughout the Middle East, a hookah is an ancient device traditionally used to do what? | SMOKE TOBACCO |
| In the classic tale "Moby Dick," Moby Dick is what kind of whale? | SPERM WHALE |
| Introduced in 1986, the Levi's Dockers brands has become synonymous with what "casual day" staple? | KHAKI PANTS |
| In 2010, what political duo made headlines by divorcing after 40 years of marriage? | AL AND TIPPER GORE |
| Viral conjunctivitis is a highly contagious eye infection better known as what? | PINK EYE |
| By definition, a defenestrated object has been what? | THROWN OUT A WINDOW |
| The title of the 2011 film "Super 8" refers to a largely outdated type of what? | FILM STOCK |
| Silver amalgam,a combination of silver,mercury,copper and tin,is often used to make what? | CAVITY FILLINGS |
| A popular coffee drink, a macchiato is traditionally an expresso with what topping? | MILK FOAM |
| Often located in convenience stores,RedBox kiosks offer a simple way for consumers to do what? | RENT DVDS |
| In the 2003 hit song "Hey ya!" the band OutKast urges listeners to "shake it like a" what? | POLAROID PICTURE |
| In the iconic WW II poster, "We can Do it!" Rosie the Riveter is depicted doing what? | FLEXING HER BICEPS |
| Crucial for maintaining balance,the vestibular apparatus is located where in the human body? | INNER EAR |
| Horn and Fishbacher are the last names of what famous duo? | SIEGFRIED AND ROY |
| In a nod to the venue where they were traditionally worn,women's gloves that extend to the elbow are called what? | OPERA GLOVES |
| According to the Dept. of Education,more degrees are earned in what undergraduate major than in any other? | BUSINESS |
| A mythical creature blamed for killing livestock in Mexico, El Chupacabra means what in Spanish? | GOAT SUCKER |
| The recipe for eggs Benedict traditionally calls for what type of meat? | HAM |
| Which of these historical events occurred earliest in the calendar year? | SINKING OF THE TITANIC |
| By definition, an estuary is a place where what two natural formations meet? | RIVER AND SEA |
| An abbreviation of the term "hypertext transfer protocol" typically appears at the beginning of a what? | WEBSITE ADDRESS |
| By definition, food that is served flambeed is served how? | LIT ON FIRE |
| In China,what does a person do with renminbi? | SPEND IT |
| The term "provenance" is used in the art world to refer to a painting's what? | OWNERSHIP HISTORY |
| Since 1950,the World Cup's men soccer championship has been played how often? | EVERY FOUR YEARS |
| Forensics investigators often use "dactyloscopy," a method of identifying people using what unique trait? | FINGERPRINT PATTERN |
| In scientific classification,which of the taxonomic ranks are ranked in the right order,from highest to lowest? | FAMILY,GENUS,SPECIES |
| What is the meaning of the term "pro tempore"? | FOR THE TIME BEING |
| According to a popular seven-note tune, "a shave and a haircut" costs how much money? | TWO BITS |
| On the Fahrenheit scale, 98.6 degrees is generally considered to be what? | BODY TEMPERATURE |
| Resulting in a shiny sheen,which of the following is a step in the traditional process for making bagels? | BOILING THEM |
| A scholar who is "classicist" deals primarily with texts originally written in what languages? | GREEK AND LATIN |
| By definition, a maillot is what type of women's clothing? | ONE-PIECE SWIMSUIT |
| The style of American architecture based on building designs popular during the Revolutionary War is called what? | COLONIAL REVIVAL |
| Available to download on your iPod, Radio Lingua offers users lessons on what? | FOREIGN LANGUAGES |
| What is Silvio Berlusconi's claim to fame? | ITALIAN PRIME MINISTER |
| Which of these is true about Mike Wazowski, the character that Billy Chrystal plays in "Monsters, Inc." | HE HAS ONE EYE |
| Which of these relatives of former First Daughter Jenna Bush are named "Barbara?" | HER SISTER AND GRANDMOTHER |
| Rice wine, sugar, and soy sauce are the three primary ingredients of what? | TERIYAKI SAUCE |
| What is the first line of Little League Baseball's official pledge? | I TRUST IN GOD |
| In the famous Latin saying "veni, vidi, vici," what does "vidi" mean? | I SAW |
| By definition,where does an abyssopelagic animal live? | AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SEA |
| In the U.S. what is the earliest date on which Memorial Day can fall? | MAY 25th |
| Successful in her own right,Gayle King is perhaps most famous for her enviable position of being what? | OPRAH'S BEST FRIEND |
| "One can fly and the other cannot" is one way of describing a key difference between which of these animals? | PENGUINS AND PUFFINS |
| Which of the following is a fancy substitute for "my fiance"? | MY BETROTHED |
| Which of these phrases is not sung at the end of the theme to "Gilligan's Island"? | NO STORES |
| A person who is born on March 15th celebrates his "half birthday" on what date? | SEPT 15th |
| When written CORRECTly,which of these terms should not contain an apostrophe? | GRAND'MA |
| If the singer Davy Jones had a locked actually located in "Davy Jones's locker," where would it be? | AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SEA |
| Which of these is a true statement about celebrities Taylor Lautner,Taylor Hicks and Taylor Swift? | TWO ARE MEN,ONE'S A WOMAN |
| Which of the following is a true statement about reindeer? | MALES & FEMALES HAVE ANTLERS |
| Henry Ford built a replica of Thomas Edison's famous Menlo Park labaratory in what Midwestern city? | DEARBORN, MI |
| In the comedy classic "This is Spinal Tap," the famous quote "These go to eleven" refers to what? | GUITAR AMPLIFIERS |
| Displayed on all their farming equipment, what are the trademark colors of the John Deere brand? | GREEN AND YELLOW |
| Heard in the expression, "That really sticks in my craw," a "craw" is literally a what? | BIRD'S THROAT |
| Melanie Brown was better known by what nickname when she was a member of the Spice Girls? | SCARY SPICE |
| Founded in 1972,Scantron Corporation is best known for its products that do what? | GRADE TESTS |
| In 1985, what product's notoriously unsuccessful "New" formula was introduced to the public? | COCA COLA |
| Which of these idioms features the last names of an Oscar-winning actress and actor? | HUNT AND PECK |
| The "3000 Mile Myth" refers to the debunked belief that you should do what to your car every 3000 miles? | CHANGE THE OIL |
| Aluminum salt is the active ingredient in which of these common drugstore products? | ANTI PERSPIRANTS |
| On the Great Seal of the United States,the eagle holds in its beak a scroll bearing what Latin phrase? | E PLURIBUS UNUM |
| The 2010 Ben & Jerry's flavor "Hannah Teter's Maple Blondie" honors an Olympic medalist in what sport? | SNOWBOARDING |
| Introduced in 1982 and still popular today,the Nike "Air Force 1" is an iconic what? | BASKETBALL SHOE |
| A type of clay pottery,terra cotta takes its name from an Italian phrase meaning what? | BAKED EARTH |
| On the human body, the area of skin known as "The T-zone" is located where? | FACE |
| An alternative to tofu, seitan is a meat substitute primarily made from what? | WHEAT GLUTEN |
| In the holiday film "A Christmas Story",the Parkers dine on what dish after their Christmas turkey is ruined? | PEKING DUCK |
| A person claiming to have psychokinetic powers is supposed to be able to do what with his mind? | MOVE OBJECTS |
| When listed in the newspaper, which of these numbers are often referred to as "quotes?" | STOCKS |
| Cowboy Sketch and "A View to Kill" are two listings in a book titled what? | CHRISTOPHER WALKEN A TO Z |
| Even though he is a fish,StarKist's "hipster" mascot Charlie the Tuna is usually depicted wearing what? | RED BERET AND GLASSES |
| A "Bogus" was an early nineteenth-century machine used to do what? | COUNTERFEIT MONEY |
| Which of the following refers to a style of eating in which patrons share large dishes of food? | FAMILY STYLE |
| In genealogical terms, your grandfather's great-great granddaughter is best described as your what? | FIRST COUSIN, TWICE REMOVED |
| In 2008, "Subway Guy" Jared Fogle went on "Tour de Pants" to raise awareness about what issue? | CHILDHOOD OBESITY |
| In humans, what joint causes the "click" or "pop" that's heard when mouths open and close? | TEMPORAMANDIBULAR JOINT |
| Which of these phrases best describes the blood of a person suffering from anemia? | TOO FEW RED BLOOD CELLS |
| In the 2009 movie "The Hangover," the missing groom is eventually found at what Las Vegas locale? | ROOF OF CAESARS PALACE |
| Which of these combinations of road races would require a participant to run the farthest? | TEN HALF-MARATHONS |
| A popular treatment in the 1970s that is making a comeback, rolfing is a sometimes painful method of what? | DEEP-TISSUE MASSAGE |
| Usually either white or brown,the shell color of chicken eggs is determined by which of these factors? | THE BREED OF HEN |
| Which of these characters appeared in the short-lived Broadway musical "Seussical"? | THE CAT IN THE HAT |
| Which of the following is not a lyric from Bob Dylan's rock ballad "Like a Rolling Stone"? | WHEN YOU'RE ALL ALONE |
| A superhero in her own right,Kara Zor-El is the biological cousin of what other superhero? | SUPERMAN |
| Which of these is not one of the twelve years represented in the Chinese calendar? | YEAR OF THE SWAN |
| In "The Fugitive," how does Tommy Lee Jones respond after Harrison Ford declares "I didn't kill my wife"? | I DON'T CARE |
| In her 1985 number one single. Whitney Houston asks, "How will I know if" what? | HE REALLY LOVES ME |
| Cavendish is the most popular supermarket variety of what fruit? | BANANA |
| Short Shorts, a 1958 hit by The Royal Teens, was the basis for what drugstore brand's classic TV jingle? | NAIR |
| A 2008 study in "Reference Services Review" found which of these websites to be about 80% accurate? | WIKIPEDIA.ORG |
| On average, what denomination of U.S. paper currency remains in circulation the longest? | 100 DOLLAR BILL |
| A pair of men's pants measuring "30x32" has what two measurements? | 30" WAIST, 32" INSEAM |
| An 18-karat gold bracelet is what percent gold? | 75 PERCENT |
| The American Heart Association says the average adult heart pumps about how much blood each day? | 2000 GALLONS |
| If each can contains 12 ounces, what is the total volume of liquid in a six-pack of beer? | 72 OUNCES |
| Which of these websites is not about a Founding Father, but the home page of a major insurance company? | JOHNHANCOCK.COM |
| In comic strips, what letters are depicted on bottles to show alcohol? | XXX |
| Women currently make up what fraction of the Supreme Court? | 1/3/2012 |
| The aptly titled memoir "Many Unhappy Returns" was written by a former commissioner of what agency? | IRS |
| If the Gettysburg Address were delivered today in 2011, "Four score and seven years ago" would refer to what year? | 1924 |
| Which of these years will be a leap year? | 2012 |
| In what year did the U.S. celebrate its sesquicentennial? | 1926 |
| What number follows 8 in the Fibonacci sequence 1,1,2,3,5,8? | 13 |
| In a standard Sudoku game, how many individual digits are there once the entire grid has been filled? | 81 |
| Which of these government agencies is headquartered in Atlanta? | CDC |
| If you had one of each of the 50 U.S. commemorative quarters, how much money would you have? | $12.50 |
| Founded in 1963, the letters in the national drugstore chain CVS stand for what? | Corrective Vaccine Salves |
| "Fair and Balanced" is the trademarked slogan of which of these cable news networks? | FOX NEWS |
| In 2010, Louise Brown, the world's first "test tube baby" turned what age? | 32 |
| Mount Rushmore National Memorial depicts the faces of how many U.S. presidents? | 4 |
| In 2009, disgraced financier Bernie Madoff was sentenced to how many years in prison? | 150 |
| What government agency has the ominous nickname "The Company"? | CIA |
| What 70s song invariably compels dancers to spell out each letter of the song with their bodies? | YMCA |
| If every U.S. Senator had the floor for 3 minutes, how many total hours of speaking would ensue? | 5 |
| "Eight plus danger-packed days" describes the 2010 DVD box set of the entire run of what TV series? | 24 |
| The title of the TV series "Friends" refers to a group of how many total friends? | 6 |
| A person who works full-time and gets paid biweekly would receive how many paychecks in one year? | 26 |
| In military time, what number denotes one minute past midnight? | 0001 .. |
| How many workers sit on a steel beam hundreds of feet in the air in the iconic 1932 photo "Lunch Atop a Skyscraper"? | 11 |
| Erin Andrews earned the apt nickname "America's Sideline Princess" as a reporter for what network? | ESPN |
| Introduced by Apple in 1998,which of these tech gadgets was released the earliest? | IMAC |
| "Egad!" is an old-fashioned term whose meaning is roughly equivalent to what texting shorthand? | OMG |
| What is the highest score that a student can earn on an Advanced Placement Test? | 5 |
| What is the three-letter abbreviation commonly used to refer to ABC's long-running morning show? | GMA |
| In total,how many silhouetted faces appear on a 2007 U.S. postage stamp that honors jury duty? | 12 |
| Which of these organizations proclaims on it's Web site, "Animals are not ours to wear"? | PETA |
| The minute hand of a clock points to the number 3 at which of these times? | 21:15:00 |
| Since 1963, "To protect and to serve" has been the official motto of which of these organizations? | LAPD |
| Making a "1600" less impressive,what is the SAT's highest possible score as of its revamping in 2005? | 2400 |
| When England adopted the new Gregorian calendar in 1752, people complained that they "lost" how many days? | 11 |
| A wandering technician repeatedly asked, "Can you hear me now?" in a series of ads for what company? | VERIZON WIRELESS |
| The assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand is widely considered the event that triggered what war? | WORLD WAR I |
| In 2011,Google's home page logo featured an interactive six-string electric guitar in honor of what music legend? | LES PAUL |
| Which of these pairs of same-named presidents served their terms in office furthest apart? | JOHNSON & JOHNSON |
| Which of these people belongs to a group often identified by the acronym "SCOTUS"? | SONIA SOTOMAYOR |
| In 2011,Heather Locklear announced her engagement to actor Jack Wagner,her co-star from what '90s TV series? | MELROSE PLACE |
| In 2011, Newsweek artificially "aged" a photo of Princess Diana to suggest what she might have looked like at what age? | 50 |
| In musical notation,a flat is denoted by a symbol resembling what lowercase letter? | B |
| The fortune-telling die inside the Magic 8-ball toy is an icosahedron,meaning it has how many sides? | 20 |
| Despite being a surprisingly good golfer,President Taft weighed roughly how much when he left office? | 340 POUNDS |
| Between 2006 and 2009,actor Justin Long appeared in a series of TV ads,speaking what memorable line? | HELLO, I'M A MAC. CORRECT |
| George H.W. Bush's presidential library is located on the campus of what Texas university? | TEXAS A&M |
| Real estate listings often describe a home requiring repairs as being in need of what? | TLC |
| If the Indy 500 were "converted" from miles to kilometers,it would be called the what? | INDY 805 |
| Introduced in the '50s,the first Swanson frozen TV dinners were ready to eat in how many minutes? | 25 |
| What U.S. city's layout is based on plans by Pierre Charles L'Enfant, who was inspired by the Palace of Versailles? | WASHINGTON,D.C. |
| Contestants for the Scripps National Spelling Bee may not have passed beyond what grade? | EIGHTH |
| In 1994,seventeen-year-old Laetitia Thompson asked Bill Clinton the famous question, "Is It" what? | BOXERS OR BRIEFS? |
| Featuring Betty White,what organization launched its irrelevant "Get Over It!" ad campaign in 2011? | AARP |
| On a standard telephone keypad,what number is located directly between the asterick and the number sign? | 0 |
| A so-called "green card marriage" is a union in which one partner is and one partner is not typically what? | A U.S. CITIZEN |
| Advertising its low calorie count,Anheuser-Busch offers what brew,dubbed "the lightest beer in the world"? | BUDWEISER SELECT 55 |
| A haiku is a Japanese poem consisting of how many lines of verse? | THREE |
| As its name suggests,what two letters are prominently displayed in Dos Equis beer logo? | XX |
| The sinking of the Lusitania ocean liner hastened the U.S.'s entry into what war? | WORLD WAR I |
| What is the subject of the 2011 documentary "Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest"? | 90s RAP GROUP |
| In what year did thousands of baby boomers converge in San Francisco for the so-called "Summer of Love"? | 1967 |
| Which of these classic movies is set during the Korean War? | M.A.S.H. |
| To win a superfecta wager at the track,a bettor must pick how many of the top finishers in the right order? | FOUR |
| Randy Newman sings "Rollin' down Imperial Highway" in a 1983 hit song titled "I Love" where? | L.A. |
| According to a 2011 study on "the return trip effect," trips home seem to be how much faster than trips out? | 20% |
| On a bank check for a million dollars,the "Amount" box should feature a "1" with how many zeros? | SIX |
| How many U.S. presidents have had sons who also served as U.S. president? | 2 |
| Boasting of its environmental consciousness,what retailer states that the two colors in its logo blend to make green? | IKEA |
| A common pose in yoga,the "plank" position closely resembles which of these routine exercises? | PUSH-UPS |
| Understood by folks familiar with the metric system,what day always falls within "National Metric Week"? | OCTOBER 10TH |
| As of 2011,what is the earliest age at which a person in the U.S. can collect their Social Security retirement benefits? | 62 |
| Which of these suffixes appears in the names of two U.S. state capitals? | -POLIS *CORRECT* |
| In popular money slang,if you have five "Lincolns" and five "Hamiltons," how much cash do you have? | $75 |
| Signed into law by Bill Clinton in 2000, the federal legal limit for blood alcohol content while driving is what? | 0.08 |
| Which of these S&P credit ratings would most strongly suggest that a company is a good investment? | AAA |
| In 1999,the current world record for the mile was set by a man running at approximately what speed? | 16 MPH |
| A type of molecule,cubane gets its name because its structure resembles a shape with how many sides? | 6 |
| One week comprises approximately what percentage of a year? | 2% |
| By definition, a right triangle must contain one angle that has what precise measurement? | 90 DEGREES |
| As of 2011,how much does it cost to buy a single issue of the newspaper "USA Today"? | $1 |
| What is the "product" of the famous perfume names "Chanel No.5" and "Chanel No.19"? | CHANEL NO. 95 |
| After a much-hyped 2011 wedding,which Kardashian filed for divorce just days after marrying NBA player Kris Humphries? | KIM |
| In a candid 2010 interview,Sylvester Stallone admitted that making which "Rocky" sequel was a "mistake"? | ROCKY V |
| On a standard QWERTY computer keyboard,which of these keys is not directly above the space bar? | P |
| Who is Laurence Tureaud? | MR. T |
| A popular four-digit passcode on the iPhone is 5683,which turns out to be the keyboard representation of what word? | LOVE |
| The full title of the R.E.M. song "It's The End of the World As We Know It" contains what parenthetical phrase? | (AND I FEEL FINE) |
| Ratified in 1971,the 26th Amendment to the Constitution lowered the voting age to what? | 18 |
| How many years after the Civil War did WWII end? | 80 |
| In 2010, Nicki Minaj became the first woman ever named to MTVs list of "hottest" what? | MCs |
| Media pundits often refer to which of these time periods as "The Decade of Greed"? | 1980S |
| Colorado is nicknamed The Centennial State because it joined the Union in what year? | 1876 |
| How many episodes of the "real-time" TV series "24" would it take to depict the events of a single week? | 168 |
| How many emirates, or territories, comprise the Middle Eastern territory known as United Arab Emirates? | 7 |
| How many issues would a subscriber to both USA TODAY and Texas Weekly get in one calendar year? | 64 |
| How many numbers between ten and twenty have names that end with the suffix "-teen?" | 7 |
| In NASCAR racing, how many cars traditionally start in each race? | 43 |
| An alternative to the SAT, the ACT is a standardized college entrance exam in which scores range from 1 to what number? | 36 |
| The popular web show "Easy to Assemble" is appropriately set at what distinctive retail spot? | IKEA |
| The rebellious "Beat Generation writers flourished in the U.S. during which of these decades? | 1950s |
| As a handy rhyme tells us, how many months have 31 days? | 7 |
| The French phrase "fin de siecle" would most likely refer to the events occurring in which of these years? | 1899 |
| A year is approximately equal to how many fortnights? | 26 |
| As any avid Twitterer knows, the maximum number of characters allowed for a single "tweet" is what? | 140 |
| During the 2010 BP oil spill, oil gushed into the Gulf of Mexico for a total of how many days? | 86 days |
| In math, which of these numbers is a common denominator of the fractions 1/3 and 2/5? | 15 |
| If there are 8 bits in a byte, then how many bytes are in a bit? | 0.125 |
| How many seconds are in one hour? | 3600 |
| A person known to doctors as a "universal donor" has which of these blood types? | O |
| Like the Broadway musical,the 2008 movie "Mamma Mia!" showcases the music of what group? | ABBA |
| A child starting kindergarten in September of 2010 will ordinarily graduate from high school in what year? | 2023 |
| According to the 2011 Forbes list, how many billionaires are there in the world? | 1140 |
| In a 2011 lottery drawing,41,763 people each won $150 by playing the mysterious numbers featured on what TV show? | LOST |
| How many fluid ounces are in a pint? | 16 |
| As demonstrated in the name of the 2011 Super Bowl, how is "45" expressed in Roman numerals? | XLV |
| Which of these pairs of letters would not appear on the face of a clock that uses Roman numerals? | XV |
| What track and field event is also known as the "quarter mile"? | 400 METERS |
| In the late '90s,a Chihuahua named Gidget served as the "spokesdog" for what restaurant chain? | TACO BELL |
| Following a highly public scandal,Tiger Woods returned to pro golf in 2010 at what tournament? | THE MASTERS |
| "Coaches and assistant coaches must wear a sport coat or suit coat" is an official rule in what pro sport? | NBA |
| According to 2009 government statistics,what reality show features the most dangerous real-life profession? | THE DEADLIEST CATCH |
| Advertised as a "Decision Engine," Bing is a Web Site most similar in function to which of the following? | |
| Familiar to film buffs,Sunset Boulevard borders which of these prominent college campuses? | UCLA |
| In a 2011 TV appearance,what rapper resorted to reading his own lyrics to "Don't Stop The Party" from a cell phone? | WILL. I. AM |
| Which of these organizations is commonly known by just the first letter of its abbreviation? | YMCA |
| What TV network operates the website jokes.com? | COMEDY CENTRAL |
| On Twitter,a proper "Twaiku" poem consists of 140 characters or fewer and how many syllables? | 17 |
| Because it features a dead character's secrets,the TV drama "Pretty Little Liars" has been called a teen version of what? | DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES |
| Which of these famous names features a Spanish phrase meaning "of the bull"? | BENICIO DEL TORO |
| According to the classic show about Kevin Arnold,which years were "The Wonder Years"? | 1968 TO 1973 |
| Named for shortstop Mario Mendoza's lousy stats, "The Mendoza Line" is baseball slang for what poor batting average? | POINT .200 |
| Which of these household appliances is commonly equipped with an ionizer? | AIR PURIFIER |
| In the AAMCO song, when does the double beep occur. | AFTER THE DOUBLE A |
| Which of these web sites requires visitors to give a DOB before entering? | GREYGOOSE |
| In 2009, Jimmy Fallon vainly attempted to reunite the cast of what series? | SAVED BY THE BELL |
| Pyrogeography is the study of what natural phenoma? | FIRES |
| Which actress has twins named Hazel and Finn? | JULIA ROBERTS |
| The word diaphanous is used to describe what type of clothing? | SEE-THROUGH |
| Listenership is the term often used to refer to which type of media? | RADIO |
| Increasingly popular to the U.S., Pink Berry and Red Mango are two retail chains that primarily sell what? | FROZEN YOGURT |
| Starring Jack Black, the 2010 3D comedy "Gulliver's Travels" is a twist on whose classic tale? | JONATHAN SWIFT |
| On television, Dr. Gregory House's apartment number is "221B," a nod to what famous literary sleuth's address? | SHERLOCK HOMES |
| Walter and Cordelia Knott, founders of Knott's Berry Farm, introduced what berry in the 1930s? | BOYSENBERRY |
| Who is Dr. Egon Spendler?` | HARRY RAMIS IN "GHOSTBUSTERS" |
| Which of these actresses shares her name with a popular line of Pepperidge Farm cookies? | ALYSSA MILANO |
| According to a debunked urban legend, Avon's original Skin So Soft was thought to be an effective what? | INSECT REPELLENT |
| According to the U.S. Naval Observatory, the average length of a calendar year is 365 days and what? | 5 HRS, 49 Min, 12 SEC |
| Which of these celebrities was born in Cuba and not Puerto Rico? | GLORIA ESTEFAN |
| Albany and New York City are two major ports on what river? | HUDSON |
| Updated in 1997 to honor Princess Diana, "Candle in the Wind" was originally a tribute to what actress? | MARILYN MONROE |
| If the Gettysburg Address were delivered today in 2011, "four score and seven years ago" would refer to what year? | 1924 (C) |
| What veteran performer stars alongside Christina Aguilera in the 2010 musical "Burlesque"? | CHER |
| What classic novel was originally published as a shorter novella titled "The Fireman"? | FAHRENHEIT 451 |
| The coldest NFL game in history, the 1967 championship Ice Bowl was played where? | LAMBEAU FIELD |
| Sometimes taking human form, the "smoke monster" is a mysterious character on what TV drama? | LOST |
| What singer's 2009 greatest hits albums includes the tracks "Toxic" and "Baby, One More Time"? | BRITANNY SPEARS |
| Thanks to Dwayne Wayne, what TV show helped popularize "flip-up" sunglasses in the 1980s? | A DIFFERENT WORLD |
| Based on events of the 1976 Soweto riots, the Broadway musical "Sarafina!" is set in what country? | SOUTH AFRICA |
| n the classic game "Operation," what is the name of the patient receiving the operation? | CAVITY SAM |
| The German company Wusthof is primarily known as a maker of high-end what? | KITCHEN KNIVES |
| A duvet cover is usually used to cover what? | COMFORTER |
| The Earth's equator passed through all but which of these oceans? | ARCTIC |
| Typically flavored with caraway seeds, which of these spirits derives its name from the Latin for "water of life"? | AQUAVIT |
| In the '70s, what sport transitioned from traditional white balls to "optic yellow," which were more visible to TV viewers? | TENNIS |
| In 1946, the John Oster Manufacturing Company introduced the Osterizer, a popular brand of what? | BLENDER |
| Following up on the lives of Rick and Ilsa, the 1998 novel "As Time Goes By" is a controversial sequel to what film? | CASABLANCA |
| In 2009, Utah's Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa teamed up with a popular reality show and renamed itself what? | THE BIGGEST LOSER RESORT |
| What author of "The Handmaid's Tale" has argued that her novels are "speculative fiction," not science fiction? | MARGARET ATWOOD |
| Popular in many states, "Click It or Ticket" campaigns encourage drivers to do what? | WEAR SEAT BELTS |
| Depicting two hands sketching each other, "Drawing Hands" is a 1948 lithograph by what famous artist? | M.C. ESCHER |
| Made with Kevlar, the "Ove" Glove is a product intended to be used in which of these places? | IN A KITCHEN |
| Though he now makes his home in Dallas, NBA superstar Dirk Nowitzki hails from what foreign country? | GERMANY |
| What carmaker puts an "M" in the model name of the sportier versions of its regular cars, such as its "M3" and "M5"? | BMW |
| A whetstone is an old-fashioned kitchen device with a hard, flat surface designed to do what? | SHARPEN KNIVES |
| What author of "The Handmaid's Tale" has argued that her novels are "speculative fiction," not science fiction? | MARGARET ATWOOD |
| Which of these cosmetics can be used in an emergency to stop pantyhose from running? | NAIL POLISH |
| What is the punch line to the joke that asks, "Why couldn't Beethoven find his teacher?" | HE WAS HAYDN |
| In 2011, Time Magazine named what movie's Jack Torrance as the "Worst Fictional Father" of all time? | THE SHINING |
| Published in 2011,Stephen King's "11/22/63" is a time travel novel that centers around what event in history? | JFK ASSASSINATION |
| In terms of square mileage,which of these Middle Eastern countries is the largest? | SAUDI ARABIA |
| In 2011,the FDA banned the use of the words "waterproof" and "sweatproof" on what products' labeling? | SUNSCREEN |
| Used to test vision,the Snellen eye chart typically has what bold,single letter in the top row? | E |
| At a recycling plant,which of these materials would be categorized as either "ferrous" or "nonferrous"? | SCRAP METAL |
| Coined by George Bernard Shaw,the term "bardolatry" refers to the excessive worship of what famous writer? | WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE |
| In a hit song from the 1987 movie "Dirty Dancing," a man and woman croon "Now I've had" what? | THE TIME OF MY LIFE |
| A fashion accessory known as "The Closer Tote" was popularized by a TV character played by what actress? | KYRA SEDGWICK |
| "Parting is such sweet sorrow" is a line from Shakespeare that offers an example of what literary device? | OXYMORON |
| From a word meaning "to sit", a seance is a gathering at which people attempt to do what? | SPEAK WITH THE DEAD |
| Also the name of her global empire,Martha Stewart's eponymous magazine is named "Martha Stewart" what? | LIVING |
| In 1986,over 100 tons of what product were used to clean the inner copper walls of the Statue of Liberty? | ARM & HAMMER BAKING SODA |
| By definition,a pith helmet is a lightweight hat worn to protect the head from what? | SUN AND HEAT |
| A Spanish-speaking person refers to what national holiday as "Dia de Trabajo"? | LABOR DAY |
| Annually since 1978,the Kennedy Center has bestowed "Honors" on distinguished people in what field? | PERFORMING ARTS |
| Which of these nouns,when used as an adjective,means "typical" or "classic"? | TEXTBOOK |
| The war memorial for what branch of the U.S. military depicts soldiers raising a flag at Iwo Jima? | MARINES |
| If hot dogs come in 10-packs and buns in 8-packs, which of these combos will have an equal amount of franks and buns? | 4 HOT DOG PACKS, 5 BUN PACKS |
| What state's capital and largest city sits on the shores of Narragansett Bay? | RHODE ISLAND |
| What is the well-known nickname for Montana,a title hinted at by the state's official motto, "Oro y Plata"? | TREASURE STATE |
| Echolocation is a scientific process that determines the location of objects by using what? | SOUND |
| The term "spam" for junk e-mail is derived from a well-known sketch on what comedy show? | MONTY PYTHON'S FLYING CIRCUS |
| Important for proper feng shui,which home improvement item comes in "right-handed" and "left-handed" versions? | DOOR |
| On the TV series "The Fugitive," Dr.Richard Kimble pursues a man with what physical trait? | ONE ARM |
| In 2009,Crystal Renn released her book "Hungry," which chronicles her experiences as a what? | PLUS-SIZE MODEL |
| In two Peanuts movies in the 80s,future Black Eyed Pea Fergie voiced what blonde-haired sister of Charlie Brown? | SALLY |
| A form of Vitamin A, Retinol is a popular ingredient in which of these drugstore items? | WRINKLE CREAM |
| Scandalous at the time,what was the first ballroom dance to feature couples facing each other in a "closed hold" position? | WALTZ |
| Though it sounds like it is for a children's game,which of these websites belongs to a major U.S. book publisher? | SIMONSAYS.COM |
| Which of these tropical locales is not mentioned in the Beach Boys hit song "Kokomo"? | BARBADOS |
| Taking advantage of Rocco DiSpirito's skill set,a 2011 Bravo reality show is aptly titled "Rocco's" what? | DINNER PARTY |
| In "The Three Little Pigs," which of these materials is not used by one of the pigs to build a house? | BAMBOO |
| What TV personality's fans express their allegiance by proclaiming themselves members of "Team Coco"? | CONAN O'BRIEN |
| An ironic allusion to a famous legislator, "The Volstead" in New York City is a cheekily-named what? | BAR |
| Which of these legendary sports figures was nicknamed "Joltin' Joe"? | JOE DIMAGGIO |
| In advertisements,what cosmetics brand promotes itself as "Easy,breezy,beautiful"? | COVERGIRL |
| Which of these "Real Housewives" installments was canceled after only one season? | WASHINGTON,D.C. |
| Famous for his attempts to predict the future,16th-century physician Nostradamus hailed from what country? | FRANCE |
| North America is connected to South America by an isthmus located in what country? | PANAMA |
| In what film does Robert De Niro's character say "You,you,you're very good,you"? | ANALYZE THIS |
| Steffi Graf,Jennifer Capriati and Lindsay Davenport have all won Olympic gold medals in what sport? | TENNIS |
| Though they all have the same voltage,which of these alkaline batteries is the smallest in size? | AAA |
| Giving it the scientific name of Leviathan melvillei,researchers recently discovered the bones of a prehistoric what? | WHALE |
| Popular at Christmas time,mistletoe plants normally have what color berries? | WHITE |
| Ironically not the Charleston, what is the beach-friendly state dance of South Carolina? | SHAG |
| In some cases, "hands-only" CPR can be as effective as the original method, which also involves doing what to the patient? | BREATHING INTO HIS MOUTH |
| The expression "top brass" originally referred to the decorative gold braids worn by whom? | MILITARY OFFICERS |
| Airing in 2011, the reality series "Joan & Melissa" follows the ups and downs between two people of what relation? | MOTHER AND DAUGHTER |
| What actress and international sex symbol was the inspiration for the term "sex kitten"? | BRIGITTE BARDOT |
| What kind of vehicle can be ordered in standardized "Panamax" and "Suezmax" sizes? | CONTAINER SHIP |
| Covered by The Fugees in 1996,"Killing Me Softly" was first made famous by what singer in 1973? | ROBERTA FLACK |
| The title of a popular online game sold by Zynga invites players to form "Words With" what? | FRIENDS |
| In a famous Robert Frost poem,a traveler finds "two roads diverged in a wood" and chooses which one? | THE ONE LESS TRAVELED BY |
| The hammer,anvil and stirrup are common names for the three bones located in what part of the body? | EAR |
| Published in 2010, "Gunn's Golden Rules" is a life lessons book by a TV personality from what reality show? | PROJECT RUNWAY |
| In a song title on Michael Jackson's 1982 "Thriller" album, what do the initials "P.Y.T." stand for? | PRETTY YOUNG THING |
| In a public statement,Justin Timberlake famously blamed the 2004 Super Bowl halftime debacle on what? | WARDROBE MALFUNCTION |
| If you "throw brickbats" at someone, it means you are doing which of these things? | CRITICIZING THEM |
| Thanks to its most common host,the bloodsucking arachnid lxodes scapularis is more commonly known as the what? | DEER TICK |
| In the e-mail and memo abbreviation "bcc," what does the "b" stand for? | BLIND |
| In recent years,several U.S. cities and towns have passed ordinances banning what contentious fashion trend? | SAGGY PANTS |
| Nutritionists use the glycemic index to rank foods based on how they affect a person's what? | BLOOD SUGAR LEVEL |
| The high school dance known as "prom" is actually short for what word? | PROMENADE |
| "Reiki" is a type of what? | ENERGY HEALING |
| What now-famous singer played Charlene DuPrey,Willis's girlfriend,on the '80s sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes"? | JANET JACKSON |
| During Kabbalah study,what music star prefers to go by her Hebrew name "Esther"? | MADONNA |
| Important for its use in fertilizer, ammonia is a compound made from hydrogen and what other element? | NITROGEN |
| In the 1800s,Ohio native Annie Oakley gained national fame for her remarkable skills as a what? | SHARPSHOOTER |
| If someone were to describe Nicolas Cage as "cagey," they might mean that he is what? | SHREWD |
| Which of these colors is,by defintion, a shade of purplish-red? | MAGENTA |
| Which of these family movies about animals centers on a creature that weighs the most? | FREE WILLY |
| In 2007,what singer revealed that Caroline Kennedy was the inspiration for one of his 1969 hit songs? | NEIL DIAMOND |
| What do scientists term the living matter that makes up all plant and animal cells? | PROTOPLASM |
| Appropriately,the letters in the name "Katie Holmes" can be rearranged to form the phrase "She like a" what? | TOM |
| In the folk song "She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain," what will she "be driving"? | SIX WHITE HORSES |
| Often referred to as "NASCAR Valley," what U.S. state is home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame? | NORTH CAROLINA |
| To tour the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, you must visit what Hawaiian island? | OAHU |
| Featuring men who agree to murder to help one another,the 2011 comedy "Horrible Bosses" echoes what Hitchcock film? | STRANGERS ON A TRAIN |
| What popular cleaning brand's varieties include "Dusters," "Dry" and "WetJet"? | SWIFFER |
| Famous for his deadpan line "Bueller.....Bueller," Ben Stein is given what title in the credits for "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"? | ECONOMICS TEACHER |
| Grammy-winning country music star Judith Newton rose to fame in the '80s with what nickname? | JUICE NEWTON |
| "Tippling" is an old-fashioned term for what unsavory behavior? | DRINKING ALCHOHOL |
| A common ingredient in ice cream and toothpaste, carrageenan is an extract of what? | SEAWEED |
| Originally en vogue in the early 1900s, a "craftsman" is a simplistic style of what? | HOUSE |
| What actor once blamed his career slump on a 1982 People magazine article that mistakenly referred to him as deceased? | ABE VIGODA |
| In a famous opera by Mozart, a young lover is protected by the "magical" powers of what musical instrument? | FLUTE |
| A reference to the last initial of the retailer's founder, the "K" in "Kmart" stands for what? | KRESEGE |
| In the U.S. military, a "Black Hawk: refers to what type of vehicle? | HELICOPTER |
| Which of these common kitchen ingredients is often "clarified" by heating it on the stove? | BUTTER |
| "Ionization chamber" and "photoelectric" are the two most common types of what household device? | SMOKE DETECTOR |
| Since 2001,Apple has named the different versions of its popular MAC OS X operating system after various what? | BIG CATS SPECIES |
| In 2011,Italian cops caught the mob boss of the Sicilian town of Corleone,the namesake of the crime family in what film? | THE GODFATHER |
| A famous passage from the Bible,the Twenty-third Psalm begins with the line "The Lord is my" what? | SHEPHERD |
| Which of these fonts consists of symbols instead of letters? | WINGDINGS |
| What U.S. landmark exists today as a result of the Boulder Canyon Project Act of 1928? | HOOVER DAM |
| The border of a standard U.S. Social Security card is what color? | BLUE |
| Also called a "serial" comma,the optional comma placed before the "and" at the end of a written list is called a what? | OXFORD COMMA |
| Marking the first day of Lent, observers of Ash Wednesday have ashes placed on what part of the body? | FOREHEAD |
| A 2011 New York Times obituary for the late Peter Falk discussed the actor's 30-plus year gig as what TV character? | COLUMBO |
| Which of these esteemed actors had a brief, if memorable, nude scene in the comedy classic "Animal House"? | DONALD SUTHERLAND |
| Inspired by the name of a large corporation, which of these terms refers to a large and pretentious house? | MCMANSION |
| In what film does Robert De Niro play a vindictive criminal named Max Cady, originally played in 1962 by Robert Mitchum? | CAPE FEAR |
| According to legend, David Jacks of Monterey County, CA, was the first to market a now-famous type of what? | CHEESE |
| In 1968, what star of "Planet of the Apes" turned heads with what's billed as the first ever himan-ape movie kiss? | CHARLTON HESTON |
| While a fisherman hauls in the catch, what is the name for the person who sells it? | FISHMONGER |
| Because it's a synonym, which of these French words could be considered a nickname for the word "nickname"? | SOBRIQUET |
| Traditionally, which of these professionals is most likely to wear a skirt made of tulle? | BALLERINA |
| In 2011, what country elected its first ever female prime minister, Yingluck Shinawatra? | THAILAND |
| By definition, gestational diabetes can only occur to what group of people? | PREGNANT WOMEN |
| Sixth-grader Harriet M. Welsch is the heroine of the classic children's book "Harriet the" what? | SPY |
| What classic rock song asks the unusual question, "Scaramouche, scaramouche, will you do the fandango?" | BOHEMIAN RAPSODY |
| By definition, bariatrics is a branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of what condition? | OBESITY |
| Passed by the Senate in 2010,the CALM Act requires TV broadcasters to limit the volume of what? | COMMERCIALS |
| First Lady of France Carla Bruni-Sarkozy plays a museum tour guide in whose 2011 film "Midnight in Paris"? | WOODY ALLEN |
| The famous Lincoln-Douglas debates took place in 1858 between two men running for what office? | U.S. SENATOR |
| During her 2010 SNL monologue,Betty White quipped that what website sounded like "a huge waste of time"? | |
| Hailing from Spain,what pro tennis player uses a logo that resembles a bull? | RAFAEL NADAL |
| Which of these Texas city names can be spelled by writing three well-known musical syllables? | LAREDO |
| Which of these U.S. corporations has thousands of employees that are members of the UAW? | GENERAL MOTORS |
| Though not confirmed by the author,Johnny Fontane,the singer in "The Godfather," is believed to be based on whom? | FRANK SINATRA |
| What region of the globe shares its name with a term meaning "a state of listlessness or sadness"? | DOLDRUMS |
| Canned by Hormel's competitor Armour,Treet is a rival version of what branded food? | SPAM |
| In the Paul Simon song "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover," which of these is not one of the ways to leave your lover? | FILL UP THE TANK,HANK |
| In a nod to his job,New York's Port Authority Bus Station features an 8-foot-tall statue of what classic TV character? | RALPH KRAMDEN |
| Just as George W.Bush and his dad are "43" and "41," John Quincy Adams and his dad would have had what nicknames? | 6 AND 2 |
| Diets that incorporate the eating habits of Greece,Spain and Italy are fittingly referred to as what? | MEDITERRANEAN |
| The newspaper term "Op-Ed" means what? | OPPOSITE THE EDITORIAL PAGE |
| What part of the body is made up of about 100 billion neurons? | BRAIN |
| As of 2011,which of these positions in the U.S. government has been filled by a woman three different times? | SECRETARY OF STATE |
| The cover of what band's debut album appropriately features a picture of the ill-fated Hindenburg? | LED ZEPPELIN |
| In the 2003 animated movie "Finding Nemo," the good-natured Dory suffers from what problem? | MEMORY LOSS |
| Marketed to parents with infant children, Dreft is a popular brand of what? | LAUNDRY DETERGENT |
| N2O is the chemical formula for what? | LAUGHING GAS |
| Originally made in Germany, traditional Rumple Minze schnapps is known for what distinctive flavor? | PEPPERMINT |
| The subject of a famous Revolutionary War poem, the "shot heard 'round the world" was fired in what U.S. state? | MASSACHUSETTS |
| The infamous "Rat Pack" originated in the '50s as a circle of what famous actor's friends? | HUMPHREY BOGART |
| Introduced in the late 1960s, antilock mechanisms are now a common feature of what car parts? | BRAKES |
| In a nod to one of Facebook's most iconic features, a couple in 2011 gave their newborn daughter what first name? | SUBCOASTAL |
| In a nod to one of Facebook's most iconic features, a couple in 2011 gave their newborn daughter what first name? | LIKE |
| Which of these drugstore brands shares its logo design with the Socialist Labor Party of America? | ARM AND HAMMER |
| What Broadway musical features the extravagant song-and dance number "Springtime for Hitler"? | THE PRODUCERS |
| The term "head honcho" is derived in part from the Japanese word "hancho," which roughly translates as what? | GROUP LEADER |
| The reflective surface of a CD usually consists of an extremely thin layer of what metal? | ALUMINUM |
| Which of these retail chains is named for a prudish English queen? | VICTORIA'S SECRET |
| The 1938 "War of the Worlds" radio broadcast convinced listeners that what event had taken place? | ALIEN INVASION |
| In 2009, the International Olympic Committee named what city as the host of the 2016 games? | RIO DE JANEIRO |
| E is for "Everyone," T is for "Teen" and M is for "Mature" are standard ratings for which of the following? | VIDEO GAMES |
| In the classic book "The Swiss Family Robinson," the Robinsons build a makeshift house where? | IN A TREE |
| Vendors at Seattle's Pike Place Market are world famous for doing what? | THROWING FISH |
| What popular Web series features an irritating piece of fruit that constantly heckles his kitchen counter neighbors? | THE ANNOYING ORANGE |
| In 2010,an out-of-control Amish teenager led police on a wild one-mile chase while driving a what? | HORSE-DRAWN BUGGY |
| In 2005, W. Mark Felt revealed himself to be "Deep Throat," the long-anonymous source in what scandal? | WATERGATE |
| Who holds the record for the longest Senate speech,spending 24 hours attacking a famous civil rights bill? | STROM THURMOND |
| Originally developed by NASA in the '70s, memory foam is often used to make which of these household items? | MATTRESSES |
| A fetoscope is a medical tool commonly used to examine whom? | PREGNANT WOMEN |
| A popular vacation spot, the Turks and Caicos Islands are a British colony located where? | CARIBBEAN |
| According to the Association for Dressings and Sauces, what is the most popular salad dressing in the U.S.? | RANCH |
| In the upcoming biopic "The Iron Lady," Meryl Streep takes on what famous female? | MARGARET THATCHER |
| Which of these is the name of a popular brand of electric-powered "mobility scooter"? | RASCAL |
| Riffing on Scorsese,the 90's cartoon "Animaniacs" featured the "Goodfeathers," three pigeons who were also what? | GANGSTERS |
| Usually a male role,Prospero is played by Dame Helen Mirren in the 2010 film of what Shakespeare play? | THE TEMPEST |
| Once featured on a TV infomercial, the Flowbee is a haircutting device that works with what household appliance? | VACUUM CLEANER |
| Pyrophoric substances are so reactive that exposure to air causes them to spontaneously what? | IGNITE |
| Depicted in a 2002 Scorsese film, Five Points was a notoriously dangerous slum located in what U.S. city? | NEW YORK |
| Most of the world's supply of table sugar is derived from either sugar cane or what other sucrose-filled vegetable? | SUGAR BEET |
| By definition,crostini is an Italian appetizer that requires what main ingredient? | TOASTED BREAD |
| In 2010,actor Steve Carell announced he was leaving what TV show after the 2010/2011 season? | THE OFFICE |
| "When the night has come / And the land is dark" are the first two lines in what classic 1961 song? | STAND BY ME |
| In the 1962 movie "The Manchurian Candidate," what playing card triggers Raymond's trances? | QUEEN OF DIAMONDS |
| Thanks to its most common host, the bloodsucking arachnid Ixodes scapularis is more commonly known as the what? | DEER TICK |
| Invented by Colombian Beto Perez, Zumba is a trendy fitness program that combines aerobics with elements of what? | LATIN DANCE |
| Introduced in 1963,the Easy-Bake Oven includes ingredients allowing kids to make miniature what? | CAKES |
| Published in 2010,the memoir "You Don't Know Me" was written by the son of what late musician? | RAY CHARLES |
| What phrase was used by the media to describe the wave of change that swept some Arab countries in 2011? | ARAB SPRING |
| Composed by a Mexican songwriter in 1941,the classic song "Besame Mucho" translates to what in English? | KISS ME A LOT |
| As a marketing ploy,what critter is often added to bottles of the Mexican liquor Mezcal? | WORM |
| Traditional Requiem Masses often include a sequence called the "Lacrimosa," a Latin term meaning what? | TEARFUL |
| Besides sporting his trademark smoking jacket and pipe, what media mogul is often seen wearing a sailor's hat? | HUGH HEFNER |
| The Greek mythical sea creature hippocampus lends its name to what animal's scientific genus? | SEAHORSE |
| An old myth suggests throwing what food against the wall to determine when it is properly cooked? | SPAGHETTI |
| In pregnant women,what is the name of the thin,fluid-filled membrane that surrounds the fetus? | AMNION |
| Named for the state where they were developed,concrete barrier walls that often line highways are called what? | JERSEY BARRIERS |
| In a famous patriotic quote, Nathan Hale reportedly declared, "I only regret that I have but one" what "for my country"? | LIFE TO LOSE |
| In Gray's Anatomy, what bone in the human wrist is described as having a "crescentic outline"? | SEMILUNAR |
| The lyrics of the rock song "White Rabbit" make several references to what author's children's book? | LEWIS CARROLL |
| In 2011,what TV actor's costar quipped that he checks gossip news every day "to know if I have to go to work at all"? | CHARLIE SHEEN |
| Known to most Americans by his Anglicized name,Cristobal Colon was a famous what? | EXPLORER |
| Named for two of the instruments they play, the U.S. Army's "Old Guard" music corps is known as the what? | FIFE AND DRUM CORPS |
| What is Yuri Gagarin's claim to fame? | FIRST MAN IN SPACE |
| Not quite as American as apple pie,what came in second on the American Pie Council's 2008 survey of favorite flavors? | PUMPKIN |
| What is the punch line to the math joke, "What does trigonometry have in common with a beach"? | TAN GENTS |
| A Food & Wine magazine article titled "Cook Like a Pit Master" presents tips on preparing what kind of food? | BARBECUE |
| Known to ruin the occasional reputation,Page Six is a famous gossip column in what U.S. newspaper? | NEW YORK POST |
| Which of these classic works of literature is typically categorized as a short story and not a novel? | THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM |
| What desert's name is a Mongolian word meaning "waterless place"? | GOBI |
| Which of these colors does not take its name from a gemstone? | PERIWINKLE |
| Which of these popular kids' movie franchises features a 2009 film subtitled "The Squeakquel"? | ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS |
| In a criminal investigation, a person who is not quite a suspect but still sought by the police is often called a what? | PERSON OF INTEREST |
| Aibohphobia,which reads the same way forwards and backwards,is the fear of what? | PALINDROMES |
| A 1985 North Atlantic expedition led by Robert Ballard discovered the wreck of what famous ship 73 years after it sank? | TITANIC |
| A person who peddles medicines that are fake or ineffective is commonly said to be selling what? | SNAKE OIL |
| What country is home to Cape Town International Airport? | SOUTH AFRICA |
| Which of these TV comedies popularized the catch phrase "That's what she said"? | THE OFFICE |
| Approximately 10,000 avalanches occur each winter in which of these U.S. states? | UTAH |
| Meaning "to go for it all," the phrase "shooting the moon" refers to a risky play in what card game? | HEARTS |
| As suggested by its quirky style, the 2010 film "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World" is based on an original what? | GRAPHIC NOVEL |
| Because we typically eat the fleshy part of its root, which of these foods is considered a root vegetable? | TURNIP |
| According to the actress, Nichelle Nichols only stayed on what TV series because Martin Luther King, Jr. told her to? | STAR TREK |
| Like his father was before him, Ziggy Marley is a prolific artist in what music genre? | REGGAE |
| he political Web site Huffingtonpost.com was founded in 2005 by a writer with what first name? | ARIANNA |
| In a 2008 book containing six-word memoirs, what celeb's six-word memoir is "Brought it to a boil, often"? | MARIO BATALLI |
| The trophy for the annual Teen Choice Awards consists of a full-size, usable what? | SURFBOARD |
| Who was president when CNN debuted "Larry King Live," which ended its 25-year run in 2010? | RONALD REAGAN |
| Notably set in a parish, not a county, "Steven Seagal: Lawman" follows the actor's work as a policeman where? | LOUISIANA |
| On TV's "Glee," the glee club's main competition is a 26-member show choir at Carmel High named what? | VOCAL ADRENALINE |
| "It's like rain on your wedding day" is a lyric from a 1995 Alanis Morissette hit with what title? | IRONIC |
| Fleur de sel is an expensive type of what? | SALT |
| What candy is protected by a U.S. patent titled "Process of Preparing Gasified Candy"? | POP ROCKS |
| he popular Ed Hardy line of clothing is named after a person with what profession? | TATTOO ARTIST |
| A person who is said to be "playing the back nine" is participating in what sport? | GOLF |
| The infamous general Napoleon is mentioned in the opening line of what ABBA song? | WATERLOO |
| According to a 2011 report by Forbes, what country counts 115 billionaires among its citizens, second only to the U.S.? | CHINA |
| ontaining a purposely misspelled word, the title of Quentin Tarantino's 2009 WWII epic is written how? | INGLORIOUS BASTARDS |
| The military vehicle known as the Humvee first saw U.S. combat action in 1989 in what foreign country? | PANAMA |
| Tourists intending to visit the capital city of San Jose would receive the best travel advice from what guide book? | LET'S GO COSTA RICA |
| In 1985,the word "Classic" was added to what soft drink's label,where it remained for many years? | COCA-COLA |
| Which of the following animals is not an ungulate? | RACCOON |
| Which of these parts of the body is formally known as the pharynx? | THROAT |
| Which of these dishes is traditionally prepared in a molcajete,a heavy bowl made of volcanic rock? | GUACAMOLE |
| Which of these classic sitcom characters was not played by an actor with the same first name? | ELAINE BENES |
| What popular TV show is set in the fictional seaside town of Cabot Cove? | MURDER, SHE WROTE |
| Which of these schools features a famous Rotunda that is a half-scale version of the Pantheon in Rome? | UNIV OF VA |
| After losing a whopping 88 pounds in 2011, Latino rapper Fat Joe joked that friends started calling him "Joey" what? | FLACO |
| In their logo, department store giant Macy's replaces what should be an apostophe with what symbol? | A STAR |
| A familiar face in fragrance ads,Argentine Ignacio "Nacho" Figueras is a top-ranking athlete in what sport? | POLO |
| In the nautical expression "Shiver me timbers!" the word "timbers" originally referred to what? | HULL OF A SHIP |
| On HBO's "Entourage," movie star Vincent Chase stars in all but which of these fictional movies? | VALENTINO |
| Voiced by Johnny Depp,the title character in the 2011 animated movie "Rango" is what kind of desert creature? | CHAMELEON |
| Which of these common Latin phrases means "to a sickening degree"? | AD NAUSEAM |
| Debuting in 1960,what classic animated series was the first to run in primetime? | THE FLINTSTONES |
| With white sand offsetting dark,peaty water,Ireland's Lough Tay is a body of water often referred to as what? | GUINNESS LAKE |
| Betcha can't eat just one" is a classic slogan for what food brand? | LAYS |
| Which of these key ingredients helps give traditional Worcestershire sauce its signature taste? | ANCHOVIES |
| At the start of a chess match, the basic opening move E2-E4 involves moving what game piece? | PAWN |
| Earning its lead actor an Oscar, the 1968 drama "Charly" is based on what science fiction novel? | FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON |
| The actor who played Capt. James T. Kirk on TV's "Star Trek" also played which of these TV cops? | T.J. HOOKER |
| Composed by Johann Strauss, one of the world's most famous waltzes is called "Blue" what? | DANUBE |
| Which of the following names does not refer to the same rapper as the others? | BIGGIE SMALLS |
| Which of these is the CORRECTly capitalized abbreviation for a common graduate degree? | PH.D. |
| In 2007, what comedian replaced Bob Barker as host of "The Price is Right"? | DREW CAREY |
| What R&B artist was an early mentor to Justin Bieber, getting him his first record deal at 14 years old? | USHER |
| What noted African-American writer collaborated on "The Autobiography of Malcolm X"? | ALEX HALEY |
| henille, a soft, fuzzy fabric, is aptly named for the French word for what bug? | CATERPILLAR |
| A cowcatcher is a metal grill that is commonly found on the front of what type of vehicle? | TRAIN |
| The Federal Pell Grant Program is a financial program that provides government money to fund what? | COLLEGE EDUCATION |
| An indefinitely large number is often expressed to what degree? | Nth |
| As of 2011, which of these positions in the U.S. government has been filled by a woman three different times? | SECRETARY OF STATE |
| In the '30s, a hand-cranked pasta maker inspired Adolf Ehinger to develop an early form of what office machine? | PAPER SHREDDER |
| Between 1100 and 1547, there were eight kings of England who had what first name? | HENRY |
| If "ASAP" is too long, text messengers can type what three- letter abbreviation to mean "immediately"? | PDQ |
| Soviet Lt. General Mikhail Kalashnikov is today best remembered for inventing a widely used type of what? | ASSAULT RIFLE |
| Which of these sets of celebrity siblings are professional football players? | MANNING BROTHERS |
| What was the name of the cocker spaniel featured in a famous 1952 address by Richard Nixon? | CHECKERS |
| Which of these common ingredients in Japanese cuisine is a vegetable, and not a type of edible seaweed? | DAIKON |
| Though now headquartered in New York,the United Nations drew up its charter in what other U.S. city? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| Ranging in color from pale violet to deep purple,what is the traditional birthstone for the month of February? | AMETHYST |
| According to the Bridal Association of America,what wedding ceremony participant walks down the aisle holding a pillow? | RING BEARER |
| Acting legend Meryl Streep made her film debut in 1977 in what Oscar-nominated film? | JULIA |
| Which of these animals is not considered an insect? | SPIDER |
| George Bernard Shaw once humorously defined what activity as "the vertical expression of horizontal desire"? | DANCING |
| According to experts at Harvard Medical School,which of these activities burns the most calories in 30 minutes? | ROLLERBLADING |
| In 1965,former test pilot Owen Maclaren patented a prototype of the B-01,the basis for a popular line of what? | BABY STROLLERS |
| Movie producer Albert "Cubby" Broccoli is best known for his work on what film franchise? | JAMES BOND |
| An explosive episode of the TV show "MythBusters" proved that what nitrate-rich food can be used to power a rocket? | SALAMI |
| A rival to Amazon's Kindle,what is the name of the e-book reader sold by Barnes & Noble? | NOOK |
| What novel begins "When he was nearly thirteen,my brother Jem got his arm badly broken at the elbow? | TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD |
| In its written form,which of these languages has over 50,000 characters but no alphabet? | CHINESE |
| What band claims its name was inspired by the initials of a popular brand of motor oil? | STONE TEMPLE PILOTS |
| In the popular "Ice Age" movies,the acorn-obsessed character Scrat is what type of fictional beast? | SABER-TOOTHED SQUIRREL |
| What continent would a person have to go to in order to go to Togo? | AFRICA |
| Which of these countries is home to the world's largest Kurdish population? | TURKEY |
| What term is often used to describe a session of Congress held after the elections but before the new term? | LAME DUCK |
| What product's 1972 patent describes a "foamable resinous composition" sprayed from an aerosol can? | SILLY STRING |
| Inspiring a 2010 film,the 2005 economics bestseller by Stephen Levitt and Stephen Dubner has what unusual title? | FREAKONOMICS |
| Which of these signs of the zodiac is traditionally symbolized by a person and not an animal? | VIRGO |
| Ellen DeGeneres typically kicks off episodes of her popular daytime talk show by doing what? | DANCING |
| Meg Ryan was married for ten years to what leading man,her costar in the 1987 comedy "Innerspace"? | DENNIS QUAID |
| The punny 1966 Time Magazine headline "Truman's Compote" combines an author's name and a type of what? | DESSERT |
| Before becoming vice president, Joe Biden served as what state's U.S. senator for 36 years? | DELAWARE |
| Capable of storing up to two hundred gallons of water,a saguaro is a type of what? | CACTUS |
| "Cooties" is a slang word for what insects? | LICE |
| A type of pesticide,molluscicides are designed to get rid of what slimy creatures? | SNAILS |
| While campaigning,what U.S. president appeared on "Laugh-In," delivering a deadpan "Sock It To Me?" | RICHARD NIXON |
| What body part is the final word of the chorus in the folk song "Oh! Susanna"? | KNEE |
| Which of these combinations of standard coin rolls is worth the most money? | FIVE ROLLS OF DIMES |
| The second half of each episode of TV's "Law & Order" focuses on the efforts of what professionals? | DISTRICT ATTORNEYS |
| Bruce Springsteen's album "The Ghost of Tom Joad" references the main character of what classic novel? | THE GRAPES OF WRATH |
| What retailer donates proceeds from sales of its "Easy Button" to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America? | STAPLES |
| The site of the Wright Brothers historic first flight,Kitty Hawk is located in what U.S. state? | NORTH CAROLINA |
| The 2011 film "The Descendants" features George Clooney as the head of an old family in what exotic location? | HAWAII |
| Featured in Madonna's 1998 video "Frozen," mehndi are temporary henna tattoos traditionally placed where? | HANDS & FEET |
| Featuring a high,prominent bridge,an aquiline nose is better known as a what? | ROMAN NOSE |
| Patty Hearst,Eddie Van Halen and John McEnroe all voiced "callers" on what TV sitcom? | FRASIER |
| Mount Vernon,George Washington's home for over forty years,overlooks what U.S. river? | POTOMAC |
| Along with his wife Melinda,what billionaire has set a goal of eradicating polio worldwide? | BILL GATES |
| The position of "long snapper" plays a key,if understated role in which of these team sports? | FOOTBALL |
| In Albert Einstein's groundbreaking formula E=mc2, the "m" stands for what? | MASS |
| The polemonium plant derives its common nickname from a Biblical story about a "ladder" seen by whom? | JACOB |
| In one of his fireside chats,what U.S. president described America as a great "Arsenal of Democracy"? | FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT |
| If your astrological sign is the one that comes first alphabetically,then when is your birthday? | JANUARY OR FEBRUARY |
| What city's stock exchange is home to the FTSE 100 index, informally known as the "footsie"? | LONDON |
| Founded in 1968, what is the company J.D. Power and Associates best known for providing? | CUSTOMER SATISFACTION DATA |
| Taken from "Leave It To Beaver," the label "June Cleaver" typically refers to what TV stereotype? | PERFECT HOUSEWIFE |
| The zoological classification Lepidoptera consists of butterflies and what other insects? | MOTHS |
| The son of a jazz promoter,Billy Crystal was taken to his first movie by what legendary singer? | BILLIE HOLIDAY |
| Introduced in 1966,which of these brands of candy boasts "First it's Candy,Then it's Gum!"? | RAZZLES |
| In which of the following comedies does a woman,not a cross-dressing man,don a fat suit? | SHALLOW HAL |
| In the U.S.,what term refers to the number 1 followed by 15 zeros? | QUADRILLION |
| Led by saxophonist Cleto Escobedo III,what late night talk show features the house band "Cleto and the Cletones"? | JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! |
| Sarah Palin's husband Todd is a four-time winner of the Iron Dog,the world's longest what? | SNOWMOBILE RACE |
| What race's last place finisher receives a red lantern,supposedly to help light the way home at night? | IDITAROD |
| Featuring an emotional scene set a potter's wheel,a musical based on what movie opened in London in 2011? | GHOST |
| Pastis,sambuca and ouzo are three similar liqueurs that all have what distinctive flavor? | ANISE |
| Which of these U.S. cities is located in a tri-state region known as "Ark-La-Tex"? | SHREVEPORT |
| In the U.S., the small front pocket on a pair of Levi's blue jeans is known as the what? | WATCH POCKET |
| What old-fashioned exclamation is repeated throughout the 1957 hit song "Great Balls of Fire"? | GOODNESS GRACIOUS! |
| When translated from the French,what is the full name of the resort company known as Club Med? | CLUB MEDITTERANEAN |
| According to a data-based book called "The Top Ten," which Shakespeare play is one of the ten best books of all-time? | HAMLET |
| Which of these '80s sitcoms did not feature a live-in housekeeper as one of its main characters? | GROWING PAINS |
| By definition,which of these classic French recipes contains nuts? | TROUT AMANDINE |
| In the 1987 movie "The Princess Bride," what actress plays the Princess Bride? | ROBIN WRIGHT PENN |
| Which of these bottled water brands is produced by the makers of Coca-Cola? | DASANI |
| Before becoming a supermodel,which of these women attended the Univeristy of Nairobi? | IMAN |
| In 2009,astronomers discovered a "supersized" ring around what planet,much further away than its other known rings? | SATURN |
| Which of these political figures was born in Hope,Arkansas,just nine years after Bill Clinton? | MIKE HUCKABEE |
| On the front of a U.S. Social Security Card,what images appear on the left and right hand edges? | CLASSICAL COLUMNS |
| Which of the following could be used to introduce both the 29th U.S. president and a Grammy-nominated rapper? | WARREN G |
| Which of these hit songs from the '70s has the same title as a classic Christmas carol? | JOY TO THE WORLD |
| Which of these is the name of an all-natural line of products known for its beeswax-based lip balm? | BURT'S BEES |
| First enjoyed in 1949, which candy brand was created by Bill and Dorothy Harmsen in Golden, Colorado? | JOLLY RANCHER |
| What European language is often referred to as "Nederlands" by its native speakers? | DUTCH |
| Suspense novelist Robert Ludlum created what well-known movie character? | JASON BOURNE |
| What country hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup, soccer's premier international competition? | SOUTH AFRICA |
| What pop star was named an Ambassador for Youth and Culture by her native country of Barbados? | RIHANNA |
| Traditionally, quarterbacks yell which of these words to their center when they want to start a play? | HIKE |
| In 1969, the Apollo 11 lunar module landed on a region of the moon named "Sea of" what? | TRANQUILITY |
| What is the total number of Commandments and deadly sins traditionally recognized in Christianity? | 17 |
| A metaphor for a tough situation, the British phrase "sticky wicket" arose from playing what game on a wet field? | CRICKET |
| The Obama girls attend Sidwell Friends, a D.C. school founded by a member of what religious group? | QUAKER |
| Described as a 370-year old Forks, WA resident, who ranked second on Forbes' 2011 list of wealthiest fictional characters? | CARLISE CULLEN |
| Which of these U.S. states have postal abbreviations that contain the same two letters? | ALABAMA AND LOUISIANA |
| Though known for her comedy, what actress won an Oscar for her dramatic turn in the 2009 film "Precious"? | MONIQUE |
| On December 21, 1864, General Sherman's famous "March to the Sea" concluded with the capture of what Southern city? | SAVANNAH |
| Released posthumously in 2009, Michael Jackson's single "This Is It" was co-written by what music legend? | PAUL ANKA |
| The interjection "ahem" is meant to imitate the sound a person makes while doing what? | CLEARING HIS THROAT |
| In comedy, an event where the guest of honor is subjected to humorous criticisms is called a what? | ROAST |
| The nautical term "starboard" refers to what part of the ship? | RIGHT SIDE |
| Which of the following is a hip-sounding chapter title in Stephen Hawking's "A Brief History of Time"? | Black Holes Ain't So Black |
| To make papier-mache, kids traditionally dunk newspaper strips into paste made from water and what? | FLOUR |
| Though she's technically "Mrs. Jenner," the matriarch of the Kardashian family has what first name? | KRIS |
| "Yappy hours" are social events in which attendees are encouraged to bring their what? | DOGS |
| An iPhone app from Runpee.com advises users on the best time to go to the restroom while doing what? | WATCHING A MOVIE |
| Visible even with the naked eye,which of these planets is brightest in the evening sky? | VENUS |
| The United States of America is named after a famous what? | EXPLORER |
| Honored by the Kennedy Center in 2003, Itzhak Perlman is a world-renowned player of what musical instrument? | VIOLIN |
| "Mahalo" is a commonly used Hawaiian word that means what? | THANK YOU |
| For most of his 40-year run as the Today show's film critic,Gene Shalit sported which of these looks? | BOW TIE, BUSHY MUSTACHE |
| A person who orders "bifteck" in a French restaurant expects to see what on his plate? | STEAK |
| Causing excessive body hair growth,the medical condition hypertrichosis is slangily known as what? | WEREWOLF SYNDROME |
| A treat for their customers,in 2011 pet food maker Friskies released three iPad games meant for what animals to play? | CATS |
| In 2003,what country became the third,after the U.S. and Russia,to launch a person into space aboard its own rocket? | CHINA |
| A favorite at weddings, "The Chicken Dance" song is one of the most widely known tunes of what music genre? | POLKA |
| Which of these TV show titles is a synonym for "happiness"? | GLEE |
| Which of these organizations holds a massive get-together every four years called a "Jamboree"? | BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA |
| According to a George Carlin joke,what state is truly the "Garden State" only if you are talking about "growing smokestacks"? | NEW JERSEY |
| Khaled Hosseini's novels "The Kite Runner" and "A Thousand Splendid Suns" are both set primarily in what country? | AFGHANISTAN |
| In 2007, John Denver's "Rocky Mountain High" became an official state song of what U.S. state? | COLORADO |
| After retirement,"emeritus" is traditionally added to the title of a person with which of these occupations? | COLLEGE PROFESSORS |
| In 2010,Barbara Walters joked she chose a cow valve for her heart surgery over one from what non-kosher animal? | PIG |
| From a Sanskrit phrase meaning "one with great measure," a mahout is a driver of what kind of animal? | ELEPHANT |
| The Showtime series "Episodes" stars what "Friends" star as a lightly fictionalized version of themselves? | MATT LEBLANC |
| Known for its obsession with UFOs,what U.S. town has a McDonald's restaurant shaped like a flying saucer? | ROSWELL, NM |
| Beverly Cleary is the author of a series of children's books about the Quimby sisters,Beezus and whom? | RAMONA |
| As of April 2011,residents of which of these U.S. states do not currently pay state income tax? | ALASKA |
| A "tox screen" is a medical test commonly used to examine the components of which of the following? | BLOOD |
| The April 1972 issue of Cosmopolitan sold over 1.5 million copies, thanks to a nude centerfold of whom? | Burt Reynolds |
| In 1918, William L. Murphy invented a stow-away version of what piece of furniture? | BED |
| Best known for their hazelnut-filled Baci chocolates, Perugina is a confectionery based in what country? | ITALY |
| In 2010, Target recalled a T-shirt featuring the now-banned flag of what country's Francoist regime? | SPAIN |
| What sports "unnecessary roughness" penalty inspired the name of the USA drama "Necesay Roughness"? | FOOTBALL |
| "Rebound tumbling" is another name for what? | TRAMPOLINING |
| What athlete portrays himself in the 1977 movie "The Greatest"? | MOHAMMAD ALI |
| While Johnny Cash famously sang about "A Boy Named Sue," what oldie features a lyric about "a gal named Sue"? | TUTTI FRUTTI |
| Which of these U.S. national parks lies across the Continental Divide? | ROCKY MOUNTAIN |
| In the favorite brunch menu item Eggs Benedict,how are the eggs prepared? | POACHED |
| Actress Kimberly Williams changed her last name to WIlliams-Paisley in 2003 after marrying a famous what? | COUNTRY SINGER |
| Which of these bird names is also a verb meaning "to complain"? | GROUSE |
| An old saying,similar to "let the buyer beware," warns against purchasing what animal "in a poke"? | PIG |
| The slogan "Untouched by Man" is used to advertise which of these grocery store products? | FIJI WATER |
| What international city refers to its Chinatown as "Barrio Chino"? | MEXICO CITY |
| What cooking term comes from the French word for "White"? | BLANCH |
| Claiming it is her lucky number,what young singer writes "13" on the back of her hand before shows? | TAYLOR SWIFT |
| The slang term "El Lay" phonetically spells out the abbreviation for what state's most populated city? | CALIFORNIA |
| Derived from the name of an American Indian tribe the famous prison in Ossining,New York is called what? | SING SING |
| The international runaway bestseller "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo" takes place in what country? | SWEDEN |
| Roughly 35 million men in the U.S. suffer from androgenetic alopecia,also known as "male pattern" what? | BALDNESS |
| Considered the opposite of sexy,women's underwear that comes up to the waist is slangily known as what? | GRANNY PANTIES |
| Which of the following is the name of a landlocked country in Africa and not an island in Hawaii? | MALAWI |
| Said to have inspired the song "America The Beautiful," Pikes Peak is part of what U.S. mountain range? | ROCKY |
| Which of these classic novels features the wise advice "Never laugh at live dragons"? | THE HOBBIT |
| In a 2005 hit single,a hip-hop star raps "Call me George Foreman 'cause I'm sellin' everybody" what? | GRILLZ |
| Washing a dog in tomato juice is a traditional home remedy for what? | REMOVING SKUNK ODOR |
| Katy Perry has admitted that her hit single "I Kissed A Girl" was inspired by an imagined kiss with what Hollywood hottie? | SCARLETT JOHANSSON |
| In 1884,brothers Al,Otto,Charles,John,and Alf Ringling founded a famous what in Baraboo,WI? | CIRCUS |
| "Daniel" and "Sweep the Leg" are two songs inspired by what '80s teen flick? | THE KARATE KID |
| Characterized by the hair-like strands covering its legs,Kiwa hirsuta is a crustacean more commonly known as what? | YETI CRAB |
| "Rabbit ears" are a device once commonly used to help improve which of the following? | TV RECEPTION |
| The 1960 Hitchcock masterpiece "Psycho" has the odd distinction of being the first U.S. film to show what onscreen? | TOILET BEING FLUSHED |
| In a V8 car engine,which of these components is arranged in a V-shaped pattern? | CYLINDER |
| An ode to the president,what R&B group remade an old hit with the 2009 single "Solid(As Barack)"? | ASHFORD & SAMPSON |
| Which of these substances,if subjected to enough heat and pressure,could theoretically be turned into a diamond? | PENCIL GRAPHITE |
| The Polar Rim section of the San Diego Zoo houses an exhibit featuring which of these animals? | REINDEER |
| The star of her own cable TV reality series, Rachel Zoe is best known for her work as a celebrity what? | FASHION STYLIST |
| In 2009,England's Prince Harry made his first official visit to the U.S. to participate in what charity event? | POLO MATCH |
| What 2009 hit single by Shakira has a Spanish version called "Loba"? | SHE WOLF |
| A sort of prequel to "Sex and The City," "The Carrie Diaries" is a 2010 novel by what author? | CANDACE BUSHNELL |
| Written by the British group Psapp, "Cosy in the Rocket" is the theme song to what long-running TV drama? | GREY'S ANATOMY |
| Originally voiced by John Goodman, which of the five animated M&M's "spokescandies" is a peanut M&M | YELLOW |
| Backyard gas grills are commonly fueled by a liquid form of what compound? | PROPANE |
| Known as a difficult area to stretch, your IT, or iliotibial band, is located where? | ALONG YOUR THIGH |
| In the classic TV special, Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer befriends an elf who wants to be a what? | DENTIST |
| When "Footloose" was remade in 2011, it dropped the original's chicken race scene, which took place on what? | TRACTORS |
| The Toyota models Camry,Corolla and Corona all get their names from Latin or Japanese words that mean what? | CROWN |
| In Colombia,the aptly named "Biblioburros" is a program that uses donkeys to distribute what? | BOOKS |
| To extend their shelf life,bags of potato chips are often filled with what gas before being sealed? | NITROGEN |
| Someone who is being unrealistically optimistic is said to be "whistling" what song? | DIXIE |
| The University of California,San Diego's Geisel Library bears the real surname of what author? | DR.SEUSS |
| Despite spanning nearly four million square miles, what country has had only one time zone since 1949? | CHINA |
| Since 1991,high school students have competed in a National Science Bowl sponsored by what U.S. department? | ENERGY |
| Classic kids' stories involving Goldilocks,billy goats and little pigs all feature what word in their titles? | THREE |
| According to the book of Exodus,which of these was not one of the ten plagues God inflicted on ancient Egypt? | TEMPLES TURNED TO SAND |
| Which of these famous people never appeared as a guest star on the HBO series "Sex and The City"? | ROBERT DOWNEY, JR |
| As its name implies,Bowfire is a music show featuring several performers who are virtuosos on the what? | FIDDLE |
| Before Barack Obama,who was the last sitting U.S. senator to become president? | JOHN F. KENNEDY |
| In a 2010 performance at the White House,who serenaded the First Lady with his 1965 song "Michelle"? | PAUL MCCARTNEY |
| The practice of tightly wrapping an infant with blankets to prevent the movement of limbs is known as what? | SWADDLING |
| The members of the '70s pop group ABBA collectively have as many legs as which of these animals? | SPIDER |
| Which of these terms is often used to refer to the generation of Americans born between 1978 and 1989? | MILLENNIALS |
| The section of New York's Central Park known as "Strawberry Fields" memorializes a member of what iconic band? | THE BEATLES |
| The series finale of "The Sopranos" ended with Tony engaging in what decidedly un-mob-like activity? | EATING ONION RINGS |
| Five different yellow Volkswagen buses were used in the filming of which of these road trip movies? | LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE |
| Which of these food-related places saw the invention of the chocolate chip cookie in 1933? | TOLL HOUSE INN |
| Which of these FOX shows was not created by animation impresario Seth MacFarlane? | KING OF THE HILL |
| Which of these U.S. cities is situated northeast of Denver, CO? | MINNEAPOLIS |
| An essential component in tango music, the bandoneon is a musical instrument that closely resembles a what? | ACCORDION |
| Founded in 1868, Martinelli's is a California-based company best known for producing what? | SPARKLING CIDER |
| The triangular orange logo on Elmer's glue labels features the head of Elmer,who is what kind of "spokesanimal"? | BULL |
| What type of neckline gets its name because it is traditionally seen on sweaters by rowers? | CREW NECK |
| What keyboard symbol's name comes from a Greek word meaning "little star"? | ASTERISK |
| Which of these mathematical terms best describes the trajectory path of a fly ball? | PARABOLA |
| What British author's second novel was dedicated "To my mum,Nellie,for not being like Bridget's"? | HELEN FIELDING |
| The infamous 1994 court case of Liebeck v. McDonald's was fought over the temperature of what menu item? | COFFEE |
| Starring Bruce Willis, the 2010 film "RED" features CIA agents who are "Extremely Dangerous" as well as what? | RETIRED |
| What casino game allows gamblers to make an "insurance" bet against losing to the house? | BLACKJACK |
| A chemical compound known as DHA is a common active ingredient in what beauty product? | SELF-TANNER |
| Which of these guitar parts shares its name with a verb meaning "to worry"? | FRET |
| The 2008 autobiography "Audition" chronicles the storied career of what female journalist? | BARBARA WALTERS |
| What hit 1950s song features the line "A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop-a-lop-bam-boo"? | TUTTI-FRUTTI |
| Resulting in a "pruney" look,fingertips get wrinkly after water has washed away what oily substance? | SEBUM |
| What part of a bride's wedding dress comes in elbow,fingertip and cathedral lengths? | VEIL |
| The Tea Party movement takes its name from a famous historical event that took place in what city? | BOSTON |
| Which of these features of planet Earth is considered part of its hydrosphere? | ATLANTIC OCEAN |
| Made famous in the movie "Dracula," Transylvania is a region of what country? | ROMANIA |
| In honor of the famous race held in its capital,what state's commemorative quarter features a racecar? | INDIANA |
| Often causing injury,the hard-to-open plastic packaging encasing many electronics is known as what? | CLAMSHELL PACKAGING |
| Which New York City street is best known as the home of the New York Stock Exchange? | WALL STREET |
| "Practice" is the answer to an old joke that asks, "How do you get to" what New York City landmark? | CARNEGIE HALL |
| Reindeer are in the same species as which of these animals? | CARIBOU |
| Out on parole since 2007,Sara Jane Moore spent decades in prison for trying to assassinate whom? | GERALD FORD |
| In 2011, TheOnion.com joked that what cereal was now being sold with "15 Percent Less Leprechaun Meat"? | LUCKY CHARMS |
| Thanks to a curious Supreme Court ruling in 1922,what's the only pro sport with an antitrust exemption? | BASEBALL |
| Which of these terms is the apt name of one of the most common causes of the common cold? | RHINOVIRUS |
| Popular with tourists,what U.S. city's Chinatown features the famous thoroughfare Grant Avenue? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| As it is technically a legume,which of these "nuts" grows in pods underground rather than on trees? | PEANUT |
| An Asian equivalent of a John Deere,which of these animals is known as the "living tractor of the East"? | WATER BUFFALO |
| Who are the three "Heathers" in the cult 1989 movie of the same name? | HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS |
| Used in airports to detect sick passengers,thermal scanners measure a person's what? | TEMPERATURE |
| The first jigsaw puzzles were developed in 18th-century England as a tool for teaching what subject? | GEOGRAPHY |
| In the "Lord of the Rings" movies, which of these creatures is usually the shortest? | HOBBIT |
| Traditionally worn by geishas and sumo wrestlers,geta are wooden footwear from what country? | JAPAN |
| In 2011,Keithroy Yearwood revealed that he was the baby on the cover of what rapper's 1994 album "Ready to Die"? | NOTORIOUS B.I.G. |
| In 2011,what name didn't make Social Security's list of Popular Baby Names for the first time since 1955? | ELVIS |
| Thanks to microorganisms that collect in their paws,many dogs' feet have a distinctive odor known as what? | FRITO FEET |
| "Fork-split and gently pull apart" are common instructions for preparing what type of food? | ENGLISH MUFFINS |
| In 1928, anthropologist Margaret Mead published her landmark study titled "Coming of Age in" what country? | SAMOA |
| What TV chef released the 2010 book "Savannah Style," illustrating a full year of Southern living? | PAULA DEEN |
| In competitive swimming, which of these styles is considered the slowest? | BREASTSTROKE |
| "Don't Be Evil" is the unofficial corporate motto of what Internet giant? | |
| By definition,a Mexican dish served "con queso" comes with what? | CHEESE |
| On the New York Stock Exchange,what company uses the apt stock symbol "ZZ"? | SEALY |
| On a direct flight,which of these pairs of cities are farthest apart in terms of air miles? | MIAMI AND PHOENIX |
| Nicknamed "Hemingway cats" for the author who owned several,polydactyl cats have what distinctive trait? | EXTRA TOES |
| Enabling it to go for weeks without food,a camel's hump is primarily used to store what? | FAT |
| "Patient has some ribs to spare,take out a couple,but use care" is an instruction in what classic game? | OPERATION |
| A new spin on the BLT,the increasingly popular "BLAT" sandwich typically comes with bacon,lettuce,tomato and what? | AVOCADO |
| Carson Daly,the host of the NBC singing contest "The Voice," was also the host of what MTV music show? | TOTAL REQUEST LIVE |
| By definition,a "towhead" has what distinguishing feature? | LIGHT-BLOND HAIR |
| What renowned scientist's lab books were once kept in lead-lined boxes because they were radioactive? | MARIE CURIE |
| Nova Scotia,or "Nova" for short,is a popular but pricey type of what food? | SMOKED SALMON |
| Editor-in-chief of Men's Health magazine,David Zinczenko is the best-selling author of what diet book? | EAT THIS,NOT THAT |
| In the climactic prom scene of the 1976 film "Carrie," the title character is doused with the blood of what farm animal? | PIG |
| Headquartered in Cupertino,what tech company offers "Cupidtino," an online dating site that connects fans of its products? | APPLE |
| Located in the arm in humans, the humerus bone is located where in birds? | WINGS |
| Slated to open in 2013,the Louvre Abu Dhabi, like its Paris counterpart,will be an enormous what? | MUSEUM |
| Due to his real-life first initial, the actor known for playing Mini-Me in the Austin Powers films has what nickname? | MINI-V |
| In his satirical essay "A Modest Proposal," Jonathan Swift proposed that Ireland's poor do what with their children? | SELL THEM TO BE EATEN |
| The longtime spokesman for Motel 6,Tom Bodett ad-libbed the famous slogan, "We'll" do what "for you"? | LEAVE THE LIGHT ON |
| The 1986 "Weird Al " Yankovic song "Addicted to Spuds" parodies a hit tune by what pop singer? | ROBERT PALMER |
| Eirik Thorvaldson was a famous Viking explorer who is better known by what hair-inspired nickname? | ERIC THE RED |
| An avid art collector himself,what comedian penned the novel "An Object of Beauty," about an ambitious young art dealer? | STEVE MARTIN |
| If Blue from "Blue's Clues" and Clifford the Big Red Dog had a puppy,what color would it most likely be? | PURPLE |
| As a practitioner of "kinetic sculpture," artist Alexander Calder pioneered what kid-friendly art form? | MOBILES |
| In Los Angeles in 1927, Sid Grauman opened a now-famous what? | MOVIE THEATER |
| San Francisco's Ghirardelli Square is the longtime site of a factory that produces which of the following? | CHOCOLATE |
| Popularly known as "SMU," Southern Methodist University is located in what southern state? | TEXAS |
| A reference to its famous monument, "Great Faces. Great Places" appears on license plates issued by what U.S. state? | SOUTH DAKOTA |
| What Italian cheese derives its name from the name of Italy's capital city? | ROMANO |
| A 2010 study by dating Web site Badoo.com found which of these nation's women to be most flirtatious online? | SPAIN |
| The manipulative killer in the "Saw" series of horror movies is known by what nickname? | JIGSAW |
| Established in 1996,an emergency response bulletin issued upon the suspected abduction of a child is known as a what? | AMBER ALERT |
| Prized by collectors, $20 U.S. gold coins minted from 1849 to 1933 are known by what name? | DOUBLE EAGLES |
| A person is most likely to visit London's Savile Row to shop for which of the following? | CLOTHING |
| What classic novel is mentioned in a 2002 biography of Shania Twain even though she and the novel's author are unrelated? | THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER |
| Which of these felines lends its name to Apple's 2011 version of their operating system OS X? | LION |
| The Web site www.thefabricofourlives.com was created to support producers of what? | COTTON |
| An aviation fanatic,what film star is a licensed commercial pilot and flies his own Boeing 707 jet? | JOHN TRAVOLTA |
| Named for the activity that inspired their design,which of these terms refers to a popular kind of women's shoe? | BALLET FLAT |
| What European city is known as the center of the world's diamond trade? | ANTWERP |
| Loaded dice would give an unfair advantage to players of which of these casino games? | CRAPS |
| After a well-publicized breakup,what actor altered his "Winona Forever" tattoo to read "Wino Forever"? | JOHNNY DEPP |
| "Avoid Missing Ball for High Score" are the complete instructions for what classic video game? | PONG |
| Sapporo is a major city of what Asian country? | JAPAN |
| Which of these websites features often-annoying pop-up text balloons officially dubbed "Annotations"? | YOUTUBE |
| A study released in 2011 revealed that men tend to undergo a sharp drop in testosterone after doing what? | HAVING CHILDREN |
| By tradition,Navy SEAL candidates who give up during training do what to announce they are quitting? | RING A BELL |
| Which of these shoe styles traditionally has soles made of rope? | ESPADRILLES |
| From 2005 to 2011,actor Steve Carell played Michael Scott on what popular TV sitcom? | THE OFFICE |
| What's the CORRECT spelling of the winning word in the first-ever Scripps National Spelling Bee in 1925? | GLADIOLUS |
| Awarded to about 20 to 40 U.S. citizens each year,the MacArthur Foundation's annual grant has what nickname? | GENIUS GRANT |
| Shaquille O 'Neal and Robin Williams have both played which type of supernatural being on the big screen? | GENIE |
| The ".tv" Internet address,often used for television-related websites,belongs to what country? | TUVALU |
| Served on a poppy seed bun, a Chicago-style hot dog traditionally included all but which of these toppings? | KETCHUP |
| What "Sesame Street" character is famous for having a single,oversized eyebrow? | BROW |
| In 2010, after a young fan asked for help with a "mutiny," Johnny Depp visited a U.K. school dressed as what character? | CAPTAIN JACK SPARROW |
| In a recent fast food survey by Zagat,Five Guys defeated In-N-Out in what category? | BEST BURGER |
| The phrase "going against the grain" originally referred to a more difficult method of doing what? | CUTTING WOOD |
| The Van Gogh Museum is a popular destination for art lovers visiting what European capital? | AMSTERDAM |
| John F. Kennedy's Pulitzer Prize-winning account of eight great political leaders is titled "Profiles in" what? | COURAGE |
| A five-note melody-- D flat,D flat,G,D flat,and A flat--is the famous jingle for what technology company? | INTEL |
| What classic big-screen comedy is available in a special "Don't Call Me Shirley! Edition" DVD? | AIRPLANE! |
| The sartorius,the longest muscle in the human body,is located where? | THIGH |
| Which of these movies named for cities spawned an Oscar-winning song by Bruce Springsteen? | PHILADELPHIA |
| A book about fashion and gay culture "Don We Now Our Gay Apparel" takes its title from what Christmas carol? | DECK THE HALLS |
| Which of these celebrity kids is the child of an Oscar-winning mother and a Grammy-winning father? | APPLE MARTIN |
| Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" is set primarily in Verona,a city in what country? | ITALY |
| Which of these famous poem titles features the first words of the poem itself? | O CAPTAIN! MY CAPTAIN! |
| What Major League Baseball Team is commonly referred to by the synonymous nickname "Pale Hose"? | CHICAGO WHITE SOX |
| Like Chevrolet's Volt, Nissan offers a 100% electric car with what "green" name? | LEAF |
| Pointe shoes,also known as "toe shoes," are commonly used in what style of dance? | BALLET |
| Often made by pranksters in photos,the "rabbit ears" hand signal is identical to what other gesture? | PEACE SIGN |
| In 2011, the child of what U.S. president released a timely memoir called "My Father at 100"? | RONALD REAGAN |
| What actress was the subject of a 2011 NY Times piece titled "All About the Woman Behind Erica Kane"? | SUSAN LUCCI |
| Usually considered a minor injury, what is the medical term for a common bruise? | CONTUSION |
| Starting a Victorian fad diet craze,Horace "The Great Masticator" Fletcher said weight could be lost simply by doing what? | CHEWING |
| Benjamin Franklin once keenly observed that what two items "stink after three days"? | FISH AND VISITORS |
| Featuring a nod to his company's name, "Losing My Virginity" is the title of what entrepreneur's memoir? | RICHARD BRANSON |
| In the classic Rocky and Bullwinkle cartoons,Rocky is what type of animal? | FLYING SQUIRREL |
| In 2009,what U.S. president was on hand as an 11-foot statue honoring him was unveiled in Kosovo? | BILL CLINTON |
| A giant compound in Southern California houses Jay Leno's famous collection of rare and vintage what? | AUTOMOBILES |
| Often featuring a woman in white silhouette,a gem brooch that is carved in a raised design is called a what? | CAMEO |
| The slogan "This machine kills fascists" often appeared on the guitars of what musician? | WOODY GUTHRIE |
| The name of the holiday Kwanzaa comes from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza," which means what? | FIRST FRUITS |
| What former child star is the co-creator of the popular stop-motion animated series "Robot Chicken" | SETH GREEN |
| Which of these popular films does not share its name with a main character in the film? | TROY |
| Regardless of his name, a man without any clothes is cheekily said to be going "the full" what? | MONTY |
| What NASA mission's stated primary objective was, simply, "Perform a manned lunar landing and return"? | APOLLO 11 |
| When stating a woman's measurements -- as in "36, 25, 36" -- the numbers correspond to which of the following? | BUST, WAIST, HIPS |
| The murder trials of Belva Gaertner and Beulah Annan inspired what Best Picture winner? | CHICAGO |
| In 1986, what media mogul caused a stir when he released a list of over 100 films he planned to colorize? | TED TURNER |
| What scientific theory attempts to find unexpected patterns in seemingly random data? | CHAOS THEORY |
| Historian Edward Gibbon is best known for his six-volume account of the "Decline and Fall" od what empire? | ROMAN |
| Often topped with confectioners' sugar, the New Orleans delicacy beignets are a type of what? | FRIED PASTRY |
| In basketball, a referee often forms the letter "T" with his hands to indicate a what? | TECHNICAL FOUL |
| What is the name of the well-known organization for gay and lesbian Republicans? | LOG CABIN |
| For his significant contribution to the genre, author Zane Grey is often called the "father of the" what? | WESTERN NOVEL |
| Since 1998, Fox has aired a morning show titled "Fox and" what? | FRIENDS |
| What crop does Sting mention repeatedly in his 1993 hit song "Fields Of Gold"? | BARLEY |
| Which of these famous lines is associated with a president who was a Democrat? | THE BUCK STOPS HERE |
| What is the primary occupation of the man whose official website address is jgrisham.com? | NOVELIST |
| Which of these company's stocks more than doubled in the early '20s,largely as a result of Prohibition? | COCA-COLA |
| What is the ending to the riddle that begins, If a tree falls in the forest and nobody's around to hear it..."? | DOES IT MAKE A SOUND? |
| Introduced in 1996,Reaction is a more casual and affordable clothing line belonging to what fashion label? | KENNETH COLE |
| Before creating his successful TV series "The West Wing," Aaron Sorkin wrote what famous line in film? | YOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH! |
| The prevailing shrub of the Great Basin Desert, sagebrush is the official flower of what U.S. state? | NEVADA |
| Which of these coins depicts the U.S. president who served in office the earliest? | QUARTER |
| Which of these food pairs is commonly used to refer to one's job or livelihood? | BREAD AND BUTTER |
| Which of these internationally famous luxury brands was founded not in Italy,but in Spain? | BALENCIAGA |
| Traditionally made with a base of olive oil,Castile soap is named for a region of what country? | SPAIN |
| Which of these classic animated Disney characters never communicates using words? | TINKER BELL |
| According to a well-known saying, "If you can remember" what decade,"then you weren't really there"? | THE '60S |
| Which of these movie funnymen started out as a "correspondent" on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show"? | STEVE CARELL |
| What novel features a character suffering from the fictional genetic disorder "chrono displacement"? | THE TIME TRAVELER'S WIFE |
| For over 100 years,the dreaded woll beevil was a scrooge to which of these U.S. crops? | COTTON |
| Which of these Latin phrases roughly translates to "it does not follow"? | NON SEQUITUR |
| Why is there a brass ring embedded in the middle of 8th Street in the town of Manitowoc,Wisconsin? | SPUTNIK CRASHED THERE |
| Every January,college football's Sugar Bowl takes place in what U.S. city? | NEW ORLEANS |
| Finally closed in 2010, Chicago's notorious Cabrini-Green housing projects were the setting of what '70s sitcom? | GOOD TIMES |
| Popular with the MTV crowd,which of these rock bands derives its unusual name from "The Simpsons"? | FALL OUT BOY |
| After 29 years of calling him her "spousal equivalent," what "View" co-host finally wed her longtime beau Steve Janowitz in 2011? | JOY BEHAR |
| Which of these popular types of dogs was originally bred to herd livestock? | BORDER COLLIE |
| For over 30 years,United Airlines' ad slogans urged travelers to fly what kind of skies? | FRIENDLY SKIES |
| The Chinook salmon is the official state fish of what two U.S. states? | ALASKA AND OREGON |
| An action that makes a bad situation worse is often described as "rubbing" what "into a wound"? | SALT |
| Because of a novel by Vladimir Nabokov, what name has come to mean "a seductive young girl"? | LOLITA |
| In pool,if you accidentally shoot the cue ball into a pocket,what have you done? | SCRATCHED |
| TV personality Ross Matthews first rose to fame as "Ross the Intern" on what TV host's show? | JAY LENO |
| A famous series of silent movies features a gang of slapstick comedians called the "Keystone" what? | KOPS |
| The traditional Chinese game of mah-jongg is played using what kind of game pieces? | TILES |
| The sounds of what London landmark were first broadcast over BBC radio on New Year's Eve to ring in 1924? | BIG BEN |
| As its commercials incessantly remind you,which piece of exercise equipment was invented by an ex-Navy SEAL? | PERFECT PUSHUP |
| "Scuse me while I kiss this guy" is an often misheard lyric in a song by what classic rock guitarist? | JIMI HENDRIX |
| Following China,India and the United States,what country has the world's fourth largest population? | INDONESIA |
| "A is for Amy,who fell down the stairs," is a quote from a book by what macabre writer-illustrator? | EDWARD GOREY |
| In 2011, a religiously devout programmer released "Confession," an iPhone app with what subtitle? | A ROMAN CATHOLIC APP |
| The phrase "Pike's Peak or Bust!" was a popular slogan for settlers who moved to Colorado looking for what? | GOLD |
| In 2011,the Department of Homeland Security did away with using which of these to indicate terrorism threat levels? | COLORS |
| What director's 1989 film "Parenthood" was adapted into a TV series twice: once in 1990 and once in 2010? | RON HOWARD |
| The brainy video game "Portal 2" utilizes the conservation of momentum and other principles from what field of study? | PHYSICS |
| Which of these former presidents did not serve as a governor before being elected to the White House? | GEORGE H.W. BUSH |
| Which of these musical acts shares its name with a dish traditionally served on New Year's Day in the South? | THE BLACK EYED PEAS |
| Which of these phrases is sung repeatedly in the popular kids' song "Jimmy Crack Corn"? | I DON'T CARE |
| The movie poster for what Best Picture winner features a man sitting alone on a park bench? | FORREST GUMP |
| What country is home to the 2,300-mile-long Volga,Europe's longest river? | RUSSIA |
| A prayer rug called a "sajjada" is traditionally used by members of what religion? | ISLAM |
| Whose famous World Series walk-off home run inspired Jack Buck's classic line, "I don't believe what I just saw"? | KIRK GIBSON |
| Referring to powerful Internet servers that store and process data,a Microsoft tagline states, "To the" what? | CLOUD |
| Which of these animated characters flexes his "muskels" in the 1960 cartoon "Muskels Shmuskels"? | POPEYE THE SAILOR |
| In the U.S., people traditionally tie yellow ribbons around trees to show support for whom? | SOLDIERS IN COMBAT |
| A caramel candy brand since 1903,Werther's Original is named after a town in the Westphalia region of what country? | GERMANY |
| The comic book superhero Wonder Woman is best known for traveling how? | IN AN INVISIBLE PLANE |
| Meaning "great work," which of these Latin terms is used to describe an artist's most renowned work? | MAGNUM OPUS |
| "Ground Ball Grape," "Wild Pitch Watermelon" and "Swingin' Sour Apple" are all flavors of what brand of gum? | BIG LEAGUE CHEW |
| Which of these prominent political surnames is also the name of a Japanese town that lies west of Tokyo? | OBAMA |
| The 2008 bestseller "The Story of Edgar Sawtelle" features a title character who is what? | MUTE |
| What U.S. president is commonly credited with inventing the swivel chair? | THOMAS JEFFERSON |
| Drip irrigation systems perform roughly the same function as which of these gardening implements? | LAWN SPRINKLER |
| Rapper Pitbull is also known as "Mr.305" because he hails from what U.S. city? | MIAMI |
| Which of these U.S. cities is west of the Mississippi River? | LITTLE ROCK,AR |
| LL Cool J once jokingly teased he was "too sexy for Barbara," during an appearance on what talk show? | THE VIEW |
| The 2002 music video for The White Stripes' "Fell in Love With a Girl" solely features what toys? | LEGOS |
| Which of the following best describes a man who is known as a "Beau Brummell"? | VERY WELL-DRESSED |
| he 2010 film "The Last Play at Shea" examines the history of a stadium and former home of what team? | NY METS |
| One of the coaches on the talent show "The Voice," Adam Levine is best known as the frontman for what rock band? | MAROON 5 |
| In 2007, what "Grey's Anatomy" character "spunoff" from the show to join a friend's medical group in L.A.? | ADDISON MONTGOMERY |
| According to a famous poem by John Keats, "a thing of beauty is" what? | A JOY FOREVER |
| Doctors advise pregnant women to consume sufficient amounts of Vitamin B9, known as what? | FOLIC ACID |
| Considered the most influential in his field,Lester Bangs was best known for what kind of journalism? | ROCK MUSIC |
| Which of these band names does not feature the name of a chemical element? | STEELY DAN |
| Named for the physicist who invented it,a Moog is what type of musical instrument? | KEYBOARD |
| What iconic recording studio is aptly mentioned in the lyrics of Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Sweet Home Alabama"? | MUSCLE SHOALS |
| Journey's classic rock anthem "Don't Stop Believin'" features a "city boy" who is "born and raised" where? | IN SOUTH DETROIT |
| In the fairy tale ending of "Pretty Woman," what does Edward do to "rescue" Vivian? | CLIMB A FIRE ESCAPE |
| "Control +C then Control+V" is a computer keyboard shortcut combination commonly known as what? | COPY & PASTE |
| Which of these California cities lays claim to the title "Capital of Silicon Valley"? | SAN JOSE |
| Despite its name,the popular piece of meat for barbecue known as "pork butt" comes from what part of the pig? | SHOULDER |
| The impolite act of leaving a social gathering without telling your friends is slangily known as a what? | IRISH GOODBYE |
| The championship thoroughbred horse Zenyatta takes its name from the title of what '80s band's third album? | THE POLICE |
| Because he was a housekeeper,what TV father had the lowest-paying job in Salary.com's "TV Dad Salary Analysis"? | TONY MICELLI |
| Which movie title comes from a phrase its screenwriter heard while working as an embedded journalist in Iraq? | THE HURT LOCKER |
| From 1948 to 1956,Americans' growing taste for pizza sparked an increase in sales of what herb? | OREGANO |
| The Dutch painter Vermeer is perhaps most famous for his portrait called "Girl with a" what? | PEARL EARRING |
| Which of these national landmarks features a large stone tablet inscribed with the text of the Gettysburg Address? | LINCOLN MEMORIAL |
| Which of these actresses is the author of a 2010 self-help book,aptly titled "Getting the Pretty Back"? | MOLLY RINGWALD |
| Which of these noted scientists is often referred to as a "primatologist"? | JANE GOODALL |
| Which of these famous American poems mentions the Massachusetts towns of Lexington and Concord? | PAUL REVERE'S RIDE |
| Which of these nations is not considered to be part of the European region known as Scandinavia? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| Fittingly,what man-made fabric derived its name by rearranging the letters in the word "expands"? | SPANDEX |
| In the movie "Mean Girls," a naive teen played by Lindsay Lohan tangles with a popular clique of girls nicknamed what? | THE PLASTICS |
| Forget-me-not flowers are typically a shade of what color? | BLUE |
| What would be the name of '60s folk group Peter,Paul and Mary if their last names replaced their first names? | YARROW,STOOKEY AND TRAVERS |
| After hosting the season premiere of "Saturday Night Live" in 2011, who became the most frequent SNL host in history? | ALEC BALDWIN |
| According to the old sports saying,"The best defense is a good" what? | OFFENSE |
| A laid-back Hawaii native, folk rocker Jack Johnson is famous for performing in what footwear? | FLIP-FLOPS |
| For the most part,what imaginary geographical line follows the 180th meridian? | INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE |
| Nuclear reactors generate energy by splitting the atoms of which of these elements? | URANIUM |
| Used to describe something petty or of little value, the word "picayune" once referred to a type of Spanish what? | COIN |
| With over fifty mountain peeks exceeding 14,000 feet, what U.S. state has the most "fourteeners"? | COLORADO |
| Craftsmen known as "shapers" and "glassers" are involved in the production of what kind of sports equipment? | SURFBOARDS |
| When used in reference to electronic organizers,the abbreviation "PDA" stands for "personal digital" what? | ASSISTANT |
| The wine-producing grape called Syrah in France is known by what other name in Australia? | SHIRAZ |
| Norton and McAfee are two of the biggest names in what type of computer software? | ANTI-VIRUS |
| A pink monster with a voice like Boris Karloff's is the mascot of what popular breakfast cereal? | FRANKEN BERRY |
| Said to have been ruled by Zeus,Mount Olympus is the highest mountain range in what country? | GREECE |
| The first musical to win a Pulitzer Prize, "Of Thee I Sing" takes its title from a lyric in what patriotic song? | MY COUNTRY 'TIS OF THEE |
| Which of these Looney Tunes characters would be classified in the animal kingdom as "Gallus gallas domesticus"? | FOGHORN LEGHORN |
| Of these "50 Greatest Political Moments" listed on Politico.com,which occurred first? | DUKAKIS GETS TANKED |
| An old trick for preventing spilled wine from staining is to quickly apply club soda,then which of these? | SALT |
| For years,what long-running TV show used a theme song aptly titled "Johnny's Theme"? | THE TONIGHT SHOW |
| Because it possesses both male and female reproductive organs, which animal is classified as a hermaphrodite? | EARTHWORM |
| Despite publishing under a male pseudonym,which of these classic authors was actually a woman? | GEORGE ELIOT |
| After directing the pro-Dalai Lama 1997 film "Kundun," what director found himself banned from China? | MARTIN SCORSESE |
| Often used a magic symbol,a pentacle is what shape? | FIVE-POINTED STAR |
| Lacoste shirts feature an embedded logo of what animal,a nod to Rene Lacoste's nickname on the tennis court? | CROCODILE |
| In a popular version of the children's tune "The Wheels on the Bus," the "driver on the bus says" what? | MOVE ON BACK |
| The Conquistadors were 16th-century New World adventurers native to what European country? | SPAIN |
| Which of these states shares a border with more than two other U.S. states? | MICHIGAN |
| What luxury automaker is known to car enthusiasts as "The Prancing Horse," a reference to its famous logo? | FERRARI |
| What famous tourist attraction was closed to the public during the '90s because it was in danger of falling over? | LEANING TOWER OF PISA |
| In a newspaper,which of these features often contains a warning to readers called a "spoiler alert"? | MOVIE REVIEW |
| What breed of dog,known for its thick white coat,is named for the nomadic people of Siberia who once raised it? | SAMOYED |
| Often sporting an outfit covered with shamrocks,Lucky the Leprechaun is the official mascot of what NBA team? | BOSTON CELTICS |
| Which of these famous authors was not born in Ireland? | EUGENE O'NEILL |
| The storied fugitive known as D.B. Cooper famously eluded capture in 1971 by doing what? | JUMPING OUT OF A PLANE |
| A nod to its famous horse race, what U.S. state uses the slogan "Unbridled Spirit" to market itself to visitors? | KENTUCKY |
| Which of these is an accurate description of a person with what is playfully known as a "farmer's tan"? | PALE CHEST,TAN ARMS |
| What word of Yiddish origin means "pleasantly plump"? | ZAFTIG |
| Joanna Kramer,Karen Silkwood,and Miranda Priestly are all characters portrayed by what film actress? | MERYL STREEP |
| Texan humorist Kinky Friedman once noted, "Y'all is singular. All y'all is plural.All y'all's is" what? | PLURAL POSSESSIVE |
| What state's former chief executive once inspired the bumper sticker, "Coldest State.Hottest Governor"? | ALASKA |
| Immortalized by The Beatles, Abbey Road is a famous street in what European city? | LONDON |
| At the end of "The Breakfast Club," Molly Ringwald gives Judd Nelson her what? | DIAMOND EARRING |
| What birds rotate their wings in a distinct figure-eight pattern that allows them to fly backwards? | HUMMINGBIRDS |
| Often located in airports and train stations, what restaurant chain's logo features a halo above a pretzel? | AUNTIE ANNE'S |
| A substance,such as rubber,that conducts electricity very poorly is called a what? | INSULATOR |
| The USDA's 2010 "Dietary Guidelines for Americans" urges people to eat more of all but which of these"? | REFINED GRAINS |
| In the U.S., what flower is traditionally worn to honor one's mother on Mother's Day? | CARNATION |
| According to a popular tradition, what should newlyweds do with the top tier of their wedding cake? | EAT IT IN A YEAR |
| In an extended trailer,Alfred Hitchcock says of what film's main character, "his hobby...was taxidermy"? | PSYCHO |
| Kid gloves are usually made from the hide of what animal? | GOAT |
| Thanks to the availability of both silk and bamboo, the kite was invented in what country? | CHINA |
| What game show host's constant smooching of female contestants won him the nickname "The Kissing Bandit"? | RICHARD DAWSON |
| Navis Amoris is a loose Latin translation of what classic TV show's title? | THE LOVE BOAT |
| As Mario and Luigi could tell you,"idraulico" is the Italian word for what professional? | PLUMBER |
| Tom Hanks received an Oscar nomination for his work in all but which of these films? | THE GREEN MILE |
| What serves as the punchline in a popular Cheez-It commercial that asks, "What do you call a cheese that isn't yours"? | NACHO CHEESE |
| At a 2007 charity auction,the winner paid $64,800 for a saxophone belonging to what former U.S. president? | BILL CLINTON |
| One of the great '90s fashion fads, "Zubaz" were brightly-colored what? | PANTS |
| Which of these classic TV characters often tells others to "sit on it!"? | THE FONZ |
| Which of these terms is commonly used to describe a group of locusts? | PLAGUE |
| Better known as the "Barefoot Contessa," author and TV host Ina Garten is a guru in what field? | COOKING |
| Which of the following would be the name of Spanish actor Antonio Banderas if it were "translated" into English? | ANTHONY FLAGS |
| Philly locals order their city's signature cheesesteak sandwich "wit" or "witout" what topping? | FRIED ONIONS |
| Which of these traffic signs is in the shape of a polygon with the most sides? | STOP |
| What Tim Burton film was advertised with the tagline "His story will touch you,even though he can't"? | EDWARD SCISSORHANDS |
| Issued by the Internal Revenue Service,the dreaded Form 1040 is commonly known by what nickname? | THE LONG FORM |
| In which of the following games is "spinning the rods" an illegal move? | FOOSBALL |
| An iconic 1964 painting by Rene Magritte depicts a businessman in a bowler hat who face is obscured by a what? | APPLE |
| A classic 1984 Super Bowl commercial titled "1984" introduced what product to the public? | MACINTOSH COMPUTER |
| In addition to golf,what other pro sport also hosts a well-known tournament called the "U.S. Open"? | TENNIS |
| Which of these popular liqueurs is not orange flavored? | MIDORI |
| The classic game show "Press Your Luck" features an array of greedy,animated gremlins known as what? | WHAMMIES |
| The largest population of manatees in the U.S. lives primarily in the coastal waters of what state? | FLORIDA |
| Following a September Harvest Moon,the full moon in October is commonly known as what? | HUNTER'S MOON |
| A 20th-century fashion icon, Gabrielle Chanel was better known by what nickname? | COCO |
| According to a common theory,which of these phrases originally referred to ready-mix concrete trucks? | THE WHOLE NINE YARDS |
| Labels bearing the Latin phrase "Ex Libris" are traditionally used to identify the owners of what items? | BOOKS |
| Which of these companies was founded in the early 1980s in Melbourne,Australia ,by a woman and her husband? | JENNY CRAIG |
| In a typical symphony orchestra,what instrument is played by more musicians than any other? | VIOLIN |
| Fittingly, "Georgia On My Mind" is the theme song to which of these classic TV shows? | DESIGNING WOMEN |
| Under European Law,bottles of "traditional balsamic vinegar" can only be produced in two provinces of what country? | ITALY |
| In 1995,what Muppet debuted his signature cologne,a scent called "Amphibia"? | KERMIT THE FROG |
| Drawing 3 million visitors over 24 days,what U.S. state reportedly hosts the most attended state fair in the country? | TEXAS |
| What Coen brothers movie gets its title from the fictional film-within-a-film in the 1941 comedy "Sullivan's Travels"? | O BROTHER,WHERE ART THOU? |
| Which of these technological advancements was not invented by Benjamin Franklin? | ELEVATOR |
| As a token of goodwill,in 1909 the city of Tokyo donated to the United States 2,000 what? | CHERRY TREES |
| In 2010 who became the first living person to acquire more than 10 million fans on Facebook? | LADY GAGA |
| Because it contains espresso,which of these dessert names literally means "pick-me-up" in Italian? | TIRAMISU |
| Since 1951,what company has sponsored the popular "Hall of Fame" series of TV movies? | HALLMARK |
| A fumarole is an opening in the Earth's crust,typically found on or near what type of natural formation? | VOLCANO |
| Thanks to a ban on 100-watt incandescent light bulbs,what classic children's toy was redesigned in 2011? | EASY-BAKE OVEN |
| The musical "Camelot," which debuted on Broadway in 1960,features what legendary figure as the lead role? | KING ARTHUR |
| Lipase is a digestive enzyme used by the body to break down what food component? | FAT |
| Mycotic,psoriatic and rheumatoid are three varieties of what common medical condition? | ARTHRITIS |
| What frozen food company has featured a bearded fisherman in its logo since 1905? | GORTON'S |
| Suffered by marathoners,hyponatremia is a serious medical condition that occurs if you do what? | DRINK TOO MUCH WATER |
| In the phrases "bar mitzvah" and "bat mitzvah," "bar" and "bat" are Hebrew words meaning what? | SON AND DAUGHTER |
| For shoppers on a budget,Designer Imposters is a brand providing knockoffs of what luxury item? | FRAGRANCE |
| A popular pose among yoga enthusiasts, the "crane" involves touching the ground only with one's what? | HANDS |
| Which of these actresses bears a heart-shaped tattoo inscribed with her husband's name "Antonio"? | MELANIE GRIFFITH |
| Intended to resemble the aftershave, Aqua Velva is a cocktail that contains which of these liqueurs? | CURACAO |
| Which of these consumer product titans is known as the "father of frozen food"? | CLARENCE BIRDSEYE |
| The magazine "Decanter" promotes itself as the "bible" for collectors and connoisseurs of what? | WINE |
| A hot dog topped with chili sauce,raw onions and mustard is named after what famous New York City neighborhood? | CONEY ISLAND |
| In the mid-twentieth century,what U.S. state grew about 80 percent of the world's pineapples? | HAWAII |
| Which of these genres of world music traces its roots to the Mexican Revolution? | RANCHERA |
| According to a key song from "The Sound of Music," what musical note is "a long, long way to run"? | FAT |
| The musical acts that compete on NBC's reality show "The Sing-Off" all have what defining characteristic? | A CAPELLA |
| In 2008, archaeologists in Jordan announced the possible discovery of what biblical figure's fabled mines? | KING SOLOMON |
| The 2009 documentary "The Agony and the Ecstasy of Phil Spector" examines the downfall of a famous what? | MUSIC PRODUCER |
| In a famous presidential speech,Franklin Roosevelt declared that Americans had a "rendezvous with" what? | DESTINY |
| What professionals are sometimes disparagingly referred to as "the gnomes of Zurich"? | SWISS BANKERS |
| Sushi-rolling mats are commonly made from which of these materials? | BAMBOO |
| Who is Berry Gordy, Jr.? | MOTOWN RECORDS FOUNDER |
| Which of these cartoon characters would best be described as a lothario? | PEPE LE PEW |
| Which of these cable TV news hosts once served in Congress as a Florida Republican? | JOE SCARBOROUGH |
| In the early '90s, comic strip housewife Blondie Bumstead began a career as a what? | CATERER |
| The Bravo series "Bethenney Getting Married?" and "Bethenney Ever After" feature a cast member of what "Real Housewife" edition? | NEW YORK CITY |
| Which of these states is longer from east to west than it is from north to south? | NEBRASKA |
| Estro-Logic is the name of an herb supplement that markets itself towards what demographic? | MENOPAUSAL WOMEN |
| Which of these actors appeared as both a male and a female character in the "Godfather" films? | SOFIA COPPOLA |
| Notably worn by Theodore Roosevelt,pince-nez are a type of what fashion accessory? | EYEGLASSES |
| Considered a stunning architectural achievement,Spain's Guggenheim Museum Bilbao was designed by whom? | FRANK GEHRY |
| Often used sarcastically,someone who is very cool is often said to be "all that" plus what snack food? | A BAG OF CHIPS |
| What classic TV character's rickety,high-backed easy chair is now displayed in the Smithsonian Institute? | ARCHIE BUNKER |
| In which of these sports do players cover their heads with numbered caps with padded ear covers? | WATER POLO |
| A close friend of her Greek actor father,Telly Savalas was the godfather of which of these movie stars? | JENNIFER ANISTON |
| In Disney's "Cinderella," what phrase enables the Fairy Godmother to turn a pumpkin into a carriage? | BIBBIDI-BOBBIDI-BOO |
| Which of these Bill Murray movies takes place primarily at Christmas time? | SCROOGED |
| Which of these children's movies was not based on a book by Roald Dahl? | THE JUNGLE BOOK |
| Decades before WikiLeaks,the leaked "Pentagon Papers" were classified documents about what U.S. event? | VIETNAM WAR |
| Like the Lincoln Memorial,which of these world landmarks also overlooks a man-made reflecting pool? | TAJ MAHAL |
| In the '90s,what singer lent the smooth touch of his voice to the "Fabric of our Lives" jingle in TV ads for cotton? | AARON NEVILLE |
| Paris's largest airport is named after what French leader? | CHARLES DE GAULLE |
| What part of the world is home to the only country whose name begins with the letter "Q"? | MIDDLE EAST |
| Known for its signature square bottles, Essie is a leading maker of what beauty product? | NAIL POLISH |
| On the classic sitcom "Happy Days," what was the name of Richie's practical joke-loving buddy,played by actor Don Most? | RALPH MALPH |
| Named for a key figure in its history,Myles Standish State Forest is located in what U.S. state? | MASSACHUSETTS |
| What sport's college teams traditionally compete in post-season games called "bowls"? | FOOTBALL |
| Eduardus and Ursus and Christophorus Robinus are two characters in a Latin version of what classic kids' story? | WINNIE-THE-POOH |
| Featured on light bulb packages,what unit of measure is defined as the amount of light emitted by one candle? | LUMEN |
| In 2010,Pennsylvania introduced machines that check customers' breath and ID before vending what? | WINE |
| George Orwell's autobiographical 1938 book "Homage to Catalonia" opens with Orwell in what European city? | BARCELONA |
| Who created the SNL character Sally O'Malley,a 50 year-old who loves to "kick,stretch and kick!"? | MOLLY SHANNON |
| Located in Atlanta,the King Center honors what famous American? | MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. |
| The artist Selena won multiple awards for her performances in which genre of music? | TEJANO |
| Located in Danvers,MA, the Rebecca Nurse Homestead was once the home of a figure associated with what event? | SALEM WITCH TRIALS |
| In the 1960s,the CIA reportedly tried to manufacture exploding cigars in order to assassinate what world leader? | FIDEL CASTRO |
| "Traveling" is a common violation in which of these sports? | BASKETBALL |
| Dendrochronology is the scientific method of estimating the date of past events or artifacts by analyzing what? | TREE RINGS |
| On a standard QWERTY keyboard,which symbol can be typed without pressing the "shift" key? | COMMA |
| Also known as "dysmelodia," the medical term "amusia" describes someone with what common condition? | TONE DEAFNESS |
| The Darien Gap,the only break in the highway system that runs from Alaska to Chile,lies between what two countries? | PANAMA AND COLOMBIA |
| Often used in French,what pronunciation mark is always placed under a letter and never above it? | CEDILLA |
| Fashionistas often use cosmetics to achieve a common and coveted look known as "smoky" what? | EYES |
| A contestant on the Fall 2011 season of "Dancing With The Stars," Carson Kressley first gained fame on what reality show? | QUEER EYE |
| Used to describe a carefree lifestyle, "bohemian" refers to an area in what modern day country? | CZECH REPUBLIC |
| When jump-starting a car, the jumper cables are usually attached to what part of the vehicle? | BATTERY |
| What part of a suit of armor is a gauntlet? | GLOVE |
| In a classic nursery rhyme,who did Peter,Peter Pumpkin Eater keep in a pumpkin shell? | HIS WIFE |
| As part of a recent culinary trend,"locavores" adhere specifically to a strict diet of what? | FOOD GROWN NEAR THEIR HOMES |
| In 2010,Rhonda Byrne released "The Power," a follow-up to what controversial 2006 self-help book? | THE SECRET |
| Perhaps because gin was invented by a physician in Holland,alcohol is sometimes referred to as what? | DUTCH COURAGE |
| In a Web Site address,what punctuation marks immediately precede the "www"? | FORWARD SLASHES |
| Which of these is not an actual comic book superhero? | GREEN HAMMER |
| A self-proclaimed federal grant expert,infomercial pitchman Matthew Lesko wears suits covered with what? | QUESTION MARKS |
| Which of these platinum- selling hard rock bands is fronted by a woman? | EVANESCENCE |
| In 2007,Barry Bonds broke Hank Aaron's career home run record while playing for what MLB team? | SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS |
| The famous logo of Playboy Magazine depicts the stylized head of a rabbit wearing what? | BOW TIE |
| Perhaps putting her classical music training to use,who composed the music for the 2011 Broadway play "Stick Fly"? | ALICIA KEYS |
| In its third season,what TV drama featured an actor playing real-life hotel tycoon Conrad "Connie" Hilton? | MAD MEN |
| Experts suggest rubbing your hands against stainless steel to chemically neutralize the smell of what household odor? | GARLIC |
| The classic TV series "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" was filmed at the WQED studios located in what U.S. city? | PITTSBURGH |
| The trendy Master Cleanse diet involves drinking a concoction made with all but which of these ingredients? | GINGER |
| What TV drama is based on the popular Sookie Stackhouse novels by Charlaine Harris? | TRUE BLOOD |
| Appropriately, "Family Guy" father Peter Griffin's middle name is Lowenbrau,a popular '80s brand of what? | BEER |
| Grown and cultivated from the Yerba mate plant,mate is a South American variety of what beverage? | TEA |
| The aptly titled comic strip "B.C." primarily features what people as its main characters? | CAVEMEN |
| Popular in the U.S.,the hip-hop infused music known as "reggaeton" originated in what part of the world? | LATIN AMERICA |
| Who are "The Twitter Guys"? | EVAN WILLIAMS & BIZ STONE |
| In musical theater,when a dancer shakes his open palms to the audience with fingers splayed,it is known as what? | JAZZ HANDS |
| The History Channel's docu-series "Swamp People" follows the day-to-day lives of alligator hunters in what U.S. state? | LOUISIANA |
| In 1972,what organization's office was the site of a famous break-in at the Watergate hotel? | THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY |
| Partly due to its rounded shape and leathery green skin,what fruit is also known as an "alligator pear"? | AVOCADO |
| A 1952 episode of "I Love Lucy was titled "Lucy Is Enceinte" because what English word was censored? | PREGNANT |
| Popular in Russia,samovars are used primarily to do what? | BOIL WATER |
| A bit in a gossip column that doesn't mention any names is often called a what? | BLIND ITEM |
| Each year,the Bram Stoker Awards are presented to writers of what literary genre? | HORROR |
| Which of these popular "family" sitcoms debuted on TV the earliest? | ALL IN THE FAMILY |
| Kevin Bacon is married to the star of what TV series? | THE CLOSER |
| Short for "Unterseeboot," a U-boat is a German what? | SUBMARINE |
| Air, Gel and Zig are three different technological advances available on certain types of what? | SNEAKERS |
| From 1916 to 2001,the Boeing aircraft company was headquartered in what city? | SEATTLE |
| According to the U.S. State Dept,127 of the world's 193 countries have what word in their names? | REPUBLIC |
| The capital letter-heavy album "NKOTBSB" features 5 hits from New Kids On The Block and what other band? | BACKSTREET BOYS |
| What musician wrote his song "Walk On The Wild Side" about the unusual people who hung out with Andy Warhol? | LOU REED |
| What is the last word of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" speech? | LAST |
| In which of these sports is the term "love" typically used to indicate a score of zero? | TENNIS |
| In his hit 1983 song,Elton John ponders "I guess that's why they call it" what? | THE BLUES |
| Especially used at airports,SPDT is a security program that stands for "Screening of Passengers by" what? | OBSERVATION TECHNIQUES |
| Upon losing the Tour de France in 2010,what athlete declared, "I wasn't fast enough in the end"? | LANCE ARMSTRONG |
| "I'm Alright," a 1980 hit by Kenny Loggins,is the opening theme song of what popular comedy? | CADDYSHACK |
| What actor starred in a film version of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," and then married Miller's daughter Rebecca? | DANIEL DAY-LEWIS |
| The 2011 film "Conan the Barbarian" reintroduces a character first made famous by what action star in 1982? | ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER |
| What famous American was the first person inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame? | THOMAS EDISON |
| What ad mascot is often depicted wearing epaulets? | CAP'N CRUNCH |
| In addition to the weight of the human hand, the boy in "Jerry Maguire" also informs us that what animals "can smell fear"? | BEES AND DOGS |
| On the TV series "Sesame Street," what is the full name of the muppet known as The Count? | COUNT VON COUNT |
| In 2009, what major corporation changed its slogan to "More saving. More doing." to reflect the times? | HOME DEPOT |
| What playwright artfully plugged his most famous work by saying, "Some of my plays peter out,and some pan out"? | J.M. BARRIE |
| Quicken computer software helps users do what? | MANAGE FINANCES |
| What major tennis tournament bills itself as "The Grand Slam of Asia/Pacific"? | AUSTRALIAN OPEN |
| Reportedly created in the 18th Century for British citizens living abroad,an IPA beer stands for what? | INDIA PALE ALE |
| A theory emerged in 2011 that was famous painting was actually inspired by the artist's male apprentice? | MONA LISA |
| The city's tallest building until 2007,One Liberty Place is a 61-story skyscraper located where? | PHILADELPHIA |
| Which of these devices indicates the time of day with a shadow? | SUNDIAL |
| While on the job,which of these sports stars often uses a black finish Louisville Slugger C271? | ALEX RODRIGUEZ |
| Said to belong to Saint Peter, Vatican City's official flag depicts two crossed what? | KEYS |
| In the 1997 movie "Boogie Nights," Heather Graham plays a young starlet known by what nickname? | ROLLERGIRL |
| Launched in 2005,the Girl Detective Super Mystery series stars what beloved children's book character? | NANCY DREW |
| Referring to the plastic it's made from, recyclable water bottles often feature what acronym? | PETE |
| A child starting kindergarten in September 2010 will ordinarily graduate from high school in what year? | 2023 |
| How many total ribs are there in the human rib cage? | 25 |
| As of 2010, how much does it cost to buy a single issue of the newspaper "USA TODAY"? | 1.00_ |
| In the U.S., which of these abbreviations both refer to the same type of professional degree? | D.D.S. AND D.M.D |
| Which of these professional sports leagues does not include a team from Canada? | NFL |
| In bowling, how many consecutive strikes comprise a perfectly bowled "300" game? | 12 |
| What cable network broadcasts a popular annual week of programming known as "Shark Week"? | DISCOVERY |
| A kilowatt is a unit of power equal to how many watts? | 1000 |
| Using its local specialty, in 2009 the city of Portland, Maine created a 61-foot long what? | LOBSTER ROLL |
| Which of the following is the CORRECT case-sensitive spelling of a popular brand of digital video recorder? | TiVo |
| When the number 4 is multiplied by its reciprocal, what is the product? | 1 |
| Which of these are the initials of a high-end fashion label and not a code for a US city airport? | YSL |
| Because it is sold in multiples of 64, computer RAM, or memory, is unavailable in which of these sizes? | 878 MB |
| On a standard Bingo card, the "Free Space" is in the column beneath what letter? | N |
| Popular on the web, low-res animations that run a continuous loop are called what? | GIFS |
| Used to gauge stock market performance, the Dow Jones Industrial tracks how many companies? | 30 |
| According to the 1993 book, "The Left-Hander Syndrome," roughly what percentage of the world is left-handed? | 10% |
| What U.S. agency is headquartered in a D.C.-area neighborhood known as "Langley"? | CIA |
| Which of these sides of a standard six-sided die does not have a dot located directly in the middle? | 4 |
| Armbands are popular accessories for which of these tech gadgets? | iPOD |
| Before providing her voice on "Family Guy",actress Mila Kunis played Jackie Burkhart on what TV series? | THAT '70S SHOW |
| According to the Constitution,a U.S. senator elected in 2010 will be up for reelection in what year? | 2016 |
| Which of these poets shares his initials with the TV network that airs "Sesame Street"? | P.B. SHELLEY |
| In 2001,Utah invited Bill Cosby to help announce what food as its official state snack? | JELL-O |
| According to the results of the 2010 Census,what is the approximate population of the United States? | 309 MILLION |
| Which of these TV show ratings denotes programming intended specifically for viewers seventeen and older? | TV-MA |
| The ampersand symbol,used to mean "and," was designed to look like what two letters combined? | E AND T |
| Which of these words is often seen on Nintendo's Web site,but never in Merriam-Webster's dictionary? | WII |
| When the year 1776 is written in Roman numerals, what letter is farthest on the right? | I |
| How many total ribs are there in the human rib cage? | 24 |
| If a woman walks 10,000 feet,how many more feet does she have to walk to go a distance of two miles? | 560 |
| An iconic road sign located just south of the Las Vegas Strip welcomes visitors to what? | FABULOUS LAS VEGAS |
| The female star of the 2010 movie "Date Night" is also the star of what TV show? | 30 ROCK |
| Christian radio personality Harold Camping was left "a little bewildered" when what day in 2011 passed Rapture-free? | MAY 21ST |
| Introduced in 2007,"Franklin the Fair Housing Fox" is a friendly mascot for what government agency? | HUD |
| Movie posters for which of these biopics sported the tagline "A life misunderestimated"? | W. |
| In the film "Forrest Gump," Forrest tells President Kennedy "I gotta pee" after drinking 15 bottles of what? | DR.PEPPER |
| How many years transpired between the publication of George Orwell's "1984" and the year 1984? | 35 |
| In 2011,Derek Jeter became just the 28th player in the history of baseball to reach what number of career "hits"? | 3000 |
| The numbered spaces on a standard roulette wheel fittingly add up to what sinful number? | 666 |
| In the 1993 drama "Indecent Proposal," Demi Moore agrees to sleep with Robert Redford for what tidy sum? | ONE MILLION DOLLARS 1,000,000 |
| A family doctor who does not have a specialty is sometimes known by what initials? | G.P. |
| Which of these words once referred to hoods worn by French nobles? | CHAPERONE |
| Often viewed as the fifth taste detected by the human tongue, "umami" is closely associated with what foodstuff? | MSG |
| In 2010 President Obama and a former NBA athlete played what fitting version of the game H-O-R-S-E? | P-O-T-U-S |
| According to McDonald's, how many calories does its signature Big Mac sandwich have? | 540 |
| If a woman making 50,000 dollars a year gets a 20% raise, what is her new annual salary? | $60,000 |
| Each year, the South Pole experiences how many months of total darkness? | 6 |
| Kurt Cobain and Jimi Hendrix are a part of a "morbid" club of musicians that all died at what all-too-early age? | 27 |
| In physics equations, what letter is typically used to represent the speed of light? | c |
| "Do I have to remove my shoes?" is a section found on what government agency's website? | TSA |
| Debuting in 2008, "The Rachel Maddow Show" is a popular political talk show that airs on what network? | MSNBC |
| A standard yardstick is approximately how many centimeters long? | 91 |
| Jim Carrey plays many roles, including Ebenezer Scrooge, in a 2009 adaptation of what classic story? | A Christmas Carol |
| A Web site that no longer exists will often prompt the phrase "Not Found" and what code number? | 404 |
| What government agency has the ominous nickname "The Agency"? | CIA |
| In the U.S., a bottled labeled "86 Proof" contains what percentage of alcohol? | 43% |
| The Latin abbreviation "cf" is typically used to mean what? | COMPARE |
| Of the world's seven continents,four have names that begin with what letter? | A |
| "Home Alone" director Christopher Columbus has a production company that is aptly named for what year? | 1492 |
| In roman numerals, how is the year 2011 written? | MMXI |
| Known for its movie-centric lineup,what TV channel features films "hosted" by historian Robert Osborne? | TCM |
| In February 2011,what cell phone provider began selling the iPhone,ending AT&T's run as its exclusive carrier? | VERIZON WIRELESS |
| What presidential election will be the first in which both Barack Obama's daughters will be eligible to vote? | 2020 |
| Which of these commonly used abbreviations is short for a French phrase? | RSVP |
| Which of these classic TV shows has a title character whose name means "large" in Latin? | MAGNUM, P.I. |
| In math,what two letters are used to identify the horizontal and vertical axes on a graph? | X AND Y |
| In English,the letter "B" is often silent when it is directly followed by what other letter? | T |
| In the movie "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," how many of the dwarfs' names do not end in "Y"? | 2 |
| Which of these cable networks focuses on music,not movies? | CMT |
| The long-running CBS drama "NCIS" is a spin-off of what other long-running TV series? | JAG |
| "I fear all we have done is to awaken a sleeping giant" was allegedly said after a famous attack during what war? | WORLD WAR II |
| What office supply was invented in 1962 when a scientist found he could read through spilled yellow ink? | HI-LIGHTER |
| Which of these U.S. banknotes features a portrait of a man who is bearded? | $50 |
| What retailer offers customers its signature dish of Swedish meatballs? | IKEA |
| In the holiday song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," how many gifts are received on the 12th day? | 78 |
| What is the highest score you can get on the SAT,an exam with three sections each worth 800 points? | 2400 |
| What chemical formula was mentioned 5 times by Al Gore in his Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech? | CO2 |
| On TLC's "19 Kids & Counting," all 19 children in the Duggar family have first names that begin with what? | J |
| In 2010,the Triple-A team known as the Bisons celebrated its 125th season of professional baseball in what town? | BUFFALO,NY |
| Helping campus-bound kids since 1996,which bit of numerical jargon is a tax-friendly college savings plan? | 529 |
| In 2011,raging wildfires in New Mexico forced what highly fortified government compound to evacuate? | LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LAB |
| A truce enacted at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the year brought an end to combat in what war? | WORLD WAR I |
| "Cowbell Sketch" and "A View To a Kill" are two listings in the index of a book titled what? | CHRISTOPHER WALKEN A TO Z |
| Harvest gold and "avocado green" were trendy colors for kitchen appliances during what decade? | 1970S |
| What '70s song invariably compels dancers to spell out each letter of the song's title using their bodies? | Y.M.C.A. |
| Now older than much of its audience,which TV network celebrated its 30th birthday on August 1,2011? | MTV |
| Ending the careers of many a pro baseball player,which of these injuries affects the shoulder? | ROTATOR CUFF TEAR |
| Physicist Stephen Hawking's bestselling 1988 book on the cosmos is titled "A Brief History of" what? | TIME |
| In 1973,Bjorn Jakobson founder of the BabyBjorn company,invented a revolutionary product that helps parents do what? | CARRY BABIES |
| Founded in Pennsylvania in 1829,what brand of beer claims to be from "America's Oldest Brewery"? | YUENGLING |
| Which of these popular Christmas tunes was originally titled "One Horse Open Sleigh"? | JINGLE BELLS |
| Since 1935, Old Mr.Boston's guide has been the official manual for professionals and amateurs in what field? | BARTENDING |
| According to a common saying, "the hand that rocks the cradle is the hand that" does what? | RULES THE WORLD |
| Introduced as a "ready-to-serve" drink in 1950, Hawaiian Punch's original flavor is now called what? | FRUIT JUICY RED |
| The game of Scrabble contains only one tile of each of the following rarely used letters,except for which? | Y *CORRECT* |
| The title "maitre d" is from a longer phrase that features what well-known French word? | HOTEL |
| In 2009,Barack Obama completed his much-hyped first 100 days in office on the 29th of what month? | APRIL |
| People traveling abroad often use GSM cell phones that use what "System for Mobile Communications"? | GLOBAL |
| Proposition 8,California's controversial 2008 ballot measure,dealt with what hot-button issue? | SAME-SEX MARRIAGE |
| Which of the following is the name of a popular blog specializing in "nerd culture"? | BOING BOING |
| A thick type of foundation makeup shares its name with what breakfast food? | PANCAKE |
| In what movie does Jack Nicholson repeatedly type "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy"? | THE SHINING |
| Though now often referred to any roasted beef,barbacoa traditionally comes from what part of the cow? | HEAD |
| On the FDA Nutrition Facts food label,the abbreviation "DV" stands for "daily" what? | VALUE |
| Which of these authors' monograms is the same as the name of a well-known delivery company? | D.H. LAWRENCE |
| Each year since 1993, the coveted T.S. Eliot Prize has been awarded to a writer of what? | POETRY |
| "Whew!" is an interjection often used to express which of these emotions? | RELIEF |
| What is the correct spelling of the word that refers to the Middle Ages in Europe? | MEDIEVAL |
| Designed in 1958 to promote nuclear disarmament,the "peace symbol" is a circle divided into how many pieces? | FOUR *CORRECT* |
| Astigmatism is a medical condition that can often be corrected by which of these surgeries? | LASIK SURGERY |
| Dampers,pieces of felt used to mute the strings,are often inside which of these musical instruments? | PIANO |
| When introducing new Apple products,Steve Jobs was known for sporting what distinct fashion ensemble? | BLACK TURTLENECK,BLUE JEANS |
| Famous for playing a butcher,what eccentric actor has taken time off to work as a cobbler? | DANIEL-DAY LEWIS |
| Often needed after a trip to IKEA, what tool is also known as a "hex key"? | ALLEN WRENCH |
| What iconic fashion designer published a 2005 bestseller about losing 92 pounds in a single year? | KARL LAGERFELD |
| Painted in 1893,the famous Edvard Munch painting "The Scream" depicts an organized figure holding his hands where? | ON HIS CHEEKS |
| Which of these animal terms comes from a Latin word meaning "to gnaw"? | RODENT |
| Though sommeliers may disagree,boxes of Franzia proudly declare it to be "the world's most popular" what? | WINE |
| In a lavish 2010 ceremony, Bill and Hillary Clinton's only child married a man with what first name? | MARC |
| In 1935,what accounting firm began its long-running tradition of tallying votes for the Academy Awards? | PRICE WATERHOUSE |
| K2,the world's second highest mountain,lies in a region that is currently controlled by what country? | PAKISTAN |
| In 1990,the SkyMall catalog was launched to target shoppers where? | ON AIRPLANES |
| Written circa 340 BC,Aristotle's work "Meteorologica" largely examines which of these subjects? | WEATHER |
| Made with coconut milk,potatoes and peanuts, Massaman curry is a popular dish from what country? | THAILAND |
| Brewer Anheuser-Busch is the nation's largest purchaser of which of these crops? | RICE |
| Which of these plays was written while the playwright lived at 632 St. Peter Street in New Orleans? | A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE |
| Indianapolis lawyer Mark S. Zuckerberg says he gets about a dozen calls per day complaining about what website? | |
| In the 1992 film "My Cousin Vinny," Joe Pesci and Marisa Tomei memorably sample what Southern dish? | GRITS |
| What musical act's "Livin' On a Prayer" placed number one on VH1's "100 Greatest Songs of the '80s"? | BON JOVI |
| In 1872,Susan B.Anthony was arrested in Rochester,New York,for illegally doing what? | VOTING |
| By definition,a doctor specializing in geriatrics primarily treats problems relating to what? | AGING |
| According to the title of a cable sitcom featuring Danny DeVito, "It's Always Sunny In" what U.S. city? | PHILADELPHIA |
| When introducing new Apple products, Steve Jobs was known for sporting what distinct fashion ensemble? | Black turtleneck, blue jeans |
| Which of these Crayola Crayon colors takes its name from a lyric in the song "America the Beautiful"? | Purple Mountain's Majesty |
| Which of these computer keyboard symbols is also featured on a standard telephone keypad? | ASTERISK |
| In the Olympics,a decathlon has how many more events than a triathlon? | 7 |
| A local seafood joint called the "Crab Shack" is a frequent setting on which of these TV sitcoms? | MY NAME IS EARL |
| The logo of the Shell oil company is a stylized image of what kind of shell? | SCALLOP |
| "You must have been something before electricity" is a playful jab at a person's what? | AGE |
| Named for a famous fictional character, a "Cyber-Cyrano" is a person paid to write what? | ONLINE DATING PROFILES |
| As Mike "The Situation" Torrentino must know,"six-pack" abs are formed by which of the abdominal muscles? | RECTUS ABDOMINIS |
| Because he grew up with it,which of these actors would not have to fake an Irish accent? | COLIN FARRELL |
| Originally used by American Indians,the term "pow-wow" is now mainly used to refer to a what? | MEETING |
| For his skill at playing his instrument of choice,legendary bandleader Artie Shaw was dubbed the "King of the" what? | CLARINET |
| Which of these computer keyboard symbols is also featured on a standard telephone keypad? | Asterick |
| Jeremy Piven's character on TV's "Entourage" is said to be modeled after what politician's brother | RAMH |
| Since 2002, what movie star has been a global spokesperson for cell phone provider T-Mobile? | ZETA JONES |
| The co-founder of Caterpillar Inc. was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame for his work on what? | TRACTORS |
| Not connected to another bone in the body,the hyoid bone is supported by a network of muscles located in what area? | NECK |
| With lyrical answers like "Shave his belly with a rusty razor," an old song asks "What shall we do with" whom? | A DRUNKEN SAILOR |
| If you burn off 500 more calories than you consume each day,how long should it take for you to lose one pound? | SEVEN DAYS |
| When ordered Venti-sized,which Starbucks drink tops out at more calories--630--than a McDonald's Big Mac? | ICED WHITE CHOCOLATE MOCHA |
| The letters in the ubiquitous delivery service UPS stand for "United" what? | PARCEL SERVICE |
| Emeralds contain small amounts of chromium that cause them to have what characteristic color? | GREEN |
| In 1985, Alexa Ray Joel was born to two famous people with what occupations? | SUPERMODEL and SONGWRITER |
| Which of the following is the name of an organization that holds an annual "Best Bagger" championship? | NATIONAL GROCERS ASSOCIATION |
| According to the Catholic Church,what was the name of the very first Pope? | PETER |
| According to a TV Land sitcom starring Betty White,it is "Hot In" what U.S. city? | CLEVELAND |
| Which of these terms derives from early film shorts that often ended with its female characters in perilous situations? | CLIFFHANGER |
| Which of these beloved Sesame Street muppets doesn't have a nose? | COOKIE MONSTER |
| Which of these drugstore brands operates the website RespectTheRoll.com? | COTTONELLE |
| Meaning "Hawaiians" in Portuguese."Havaianas" is the name of a popular brand of what? | FLIP FLOPS |
| A secret society known as the "Righteous and Harmonious Fists" was the force behind what historic uprising? | BOXER REBELLION |
| Because it causes painful throat contractions that make swallowing water difficult,rabies is also called what? | HYDROPHOBIA |
| What classic cartoon character has a romantic rival named Bluto? | POPEYE |
| Which retailer donates 5 percent of its income--about $3 million per week--to community outreach programs? | TARGET |
| Which of the following birds is not named for the sound that it makes? | ROBIN |
| The bounty hunter Duane Chapman, star of an A&E reality series, is better known by what nickname? | DOG |
| Which of these scientists made his most famous discoveries while working with pea plants? | GREGOR MENDEL |
| Gregory Maguire's 2003 novel "Mirror Mirror" is a revisionist version of what classic fairy tale? | SNOW WHITE |
| In 1994,the author of the sci-fi collection "I Robot" had a posthumous memoir released,titled what? | I. ASIMOV |
| The Yum-o! organization, a nonprofit that teaches healthy eating,was founded by what bubbly TV chef? | RACHAEL RAY |
| Years before his brief marriage to Renee Zellweger,what country crooner had a hit with the song "You Had Me from Hello"? | KENNY CHESNEY |
| Comic strip character Charlie Brown favors what well-known expression of dismay? | GOOD GRIEF! |
| What 2011 documentary follows a late night comic on a cross country tour after being fired from NBC? | CONAN O'BRIEN CAN'T STOP |
| The official cocktail of the annual Preakness Stakes horse race shares its name with what flower? | BLACK-EYED SUSAN |
| A site of historic peace negotiations,the presidential retreat Camp David is located in what U.S. state? | MARYLAND |
| In the "Little Thinkers" doll series,what thinker comes with a detachable ear? | VINCENT VAN GOGH |
| An elephant's tusks correspond to what type of teeth on a human? | INCISORS |
| Throughout her career in the kitchen,Julia Child often said the secret to a long life is what? | RED MEAT AND GIN |
| Former rapper Vanilla Ice stars in a reality show that follows his current career doing what? | REMODELING HOMES |
| growing spa treatment service, thermal-auricular therapy is better known by what name? | EAR CANDLING |
| Haskell Opera House has its stage in Quebec, Canada, while most of its audience members sit in what state? | VERMONT |
| With a diet that includes gibbons and macaques, clouded leopards are native to what part of the world? | SOUTHEAST ASIA |
| "Love and Light" is the name of Jennifer Lopez's seventeenth what? | PERFUME |
| In 2011, Rolling Stone named "Tubthumping," "Barbie Girl" and "I'm Too Sexy" among the "Worst Songs of" what decade? | THE NINETIES |
| n 2001, Chevron merged with what company to form the U.S.'s second largest oil and gas provider? I | TEXACO |
| In which of these languages is the word for "no" spelled the same as it is in English? | ITALIAN |
| Traditionally, what member of a wedding party is in charge of "bustling" the bride's gown? | MAID OF HONOR |
| Fittingly, John Deere round balers and square balers do what? | GATHER HAY |
| What '70s movie features the oft-quoted line, "I'm as mad as hell, and I'm not going to take this anymore"? | NETWORK |
| Voiced by Johnny Depp, the title character in the 2011 animated movie "Rango" is what kind of desert creature? | CHAMELEON |
| Known simply as "Cojo," TV personality Steven Cojocaru is an expert in what field? | FASHION |
| Involving a tremendous food fight, La Tomatina is a festival held annually in the Bunol village of what country? | SPAIN |
| Often confused with "e.g.," which of these phrases best conveys the meaning of the abbreviation of "i.e."? | THAT IS |
| In the children's rhyme "This Little Piggy," where did the first little piggy go? | TO MARKET |
| In the 1994 film "The Shawshank Redemption" a newly freed Red reunites with Andy in what Mexican town? | ZIHUATANEJO |
| Possibly aided by Kate Middleton's notable use of them, what leg wear is said to be making a comeback? | NUDE PANTYHOSE |
| Signed in 1992, NAFTA is a trade agreement among the U.S., Mexico and what third country? | CANADA |
| Though he was 21 when it all wrapped up, how old was Daniel Radcliffe when the first Harry Potter film came out? | 12 |
| The 16th-century Italian scientist Gabriel Fallopius is famous for his work in what field? | ANATOMY |
| A reference to the last initial of the retailer's founder, the "K" in "Kmart" stands for what? | KRESGE |
| Though you'd have to eat a lot to get sick, which of these fruits have seeds that naturally contain cyanide? | APPLES |
| Which of these capital cities is not located in mainland Asia? | TOKYO |
| In the Disney animated classic "Pinocchio," what kind of animal swallows Pinocchio whole? | WHALE |
| In teen girl slang, if someone is your "BFF," she is your what "Forever"? | BEST FRIEND |
| Which of these elements derives its chemical symbol, "Hg," from the Latin word for "liquid silver"? | MERCURY |
| Which of these pop singers was never a guest star on an episode of "Will & Grace"? | MARIAH CAREY |
| The site of a 1969 political scandal, Chappaquiddick Island connects to what larger island? | MARTHA"S VINEYARD |
| Thanks to its function, not flavor, rock salt is a key part of a traditional method for making homemade what? | ICE CREAM |
| In 1948, a Chicago paper ran the famously incorrect headline "Dewey Defeats Truman" on the third of what month? | NOVEMBER |
| What "SNL" cast member based his "Coffee Talk" character Linda Richman on his then mother-in-law? | MIKE MEYERS |
| As prolific director Woody Allen once quipped, "Eighty percent of success is" what? | SHOWING UP |
| What Jack Nicholson film features the line, "If you wanted to get me on my back, you just had to ask me"? | TERMS OF ENDEARMENT |
| A rupture in the tympanic membrane usually has a negative effect on which of the senses? | HEARING |
| Which of these slang terms is defined out West as "an urban Easterner who vacations on a ranch"? | DUDE |
| In a 2005 commencement speech at Stanford University, Steve Jobs famously told students to "Stay hungry, stay" what? | FOOLISH |
| When a person assumes the "fetal position," what do they do? | CURL UP IN A BALL |
| Originally sung by Peggy Lee and covered by Madonna, the song "Fever" mentions what famously amorous pair | ROMEO AND JULIET |
| According to legend, Swiss folk hero William Tell was an expert with what medieval weapon? | CROSSBOW |
| According to Urban Dictionary, "cookie duster" is a playful term for a what? | MUSTACHE |
| What NBA star is named after an expensive type of beef? | KOBE BRYANT |
| In the world of journalism,a piece designed to appeal to people's emotions is often referred to as what type of "story"? | HUMAN INTEREST |
| In 2012,what celebrity chef stepped forward to reveal that she had been living with type-2 diabetes for years? | PAULA DEEN |
| In a 2006 film,it was revealed that which of these classic children's book characters is actually named "Ted"? | THE MAN IN THE YELLOW HAT |
| Which of the following films deals with the transportation of illegal drugs? | TRAFFIC |
| Less common than its counterpart,"centenary" is an alternate term for what anniversary? | 100TH *CORRECT* |
| In 1984,Michael Larson racked up $110,237 in winnings by memorizing the patterns on what game show's Big Board? | PRESS YOUR LUCK |
| Short for "post cibum," doctors use the abbreviation "p.c" to indicate that a prescription should be taken how? | AFTER MEALS |
| Which of these musical stars is the only one not born and raised in Canada? | CHRISTINA AGUILERA |
| Which of the following repetitive titles is not an actual Destiny's Child song? | BABY,BABY,BABY |
| Which of these Italian greats has a last name that's only one letter different from his first name? | GALILEO |
| If 10-year-old Bart Simpson had aged since the show's premiere,in what year would he have reached drinking age in the U.S.? | 2000 *CORRECT* |
| Traditionally,which wedding anniversary is considered the "Diamond" anniversary? | 60TH *CORRECT* |
| Used to mean "finishing strong," the phrase "sticking the landing" comes from what sport? | GYMNASTICS |
| Still popular today,C.M. Coolidge's famous paintings of dogs playing poker were originally advertisements for what? | CIGARS |
| Which of these U.S. states is located east and not west of the Mississippi River? | ILLINOIS |
| Who designed the iconic pink suit worn by Jackie Kennedy the day of her husband's assassination? | COCO CHANEL |
| A smaller,more intricate version of the popular fabric pattern houndstooth is fittingly known as what? | PUPPYTOOTH |
| What columnist once received over 15,000 letters after opining about which way a toilet paper roll should hang? | ANN LANDERS |
| Coined in "Gulliver's Travels," what insult originally referred to a race of human savages who were ruled by horses? | YAHOO |
| What First Family could have shared the same set of monogrammed luggage because they all had the same initials? | THE JOHNSONS |
| Though often billed as small-claims courts,TV shows like "Judge Joe Brown" are actually a form of what? | BINDING ARBITRATION |
| Which of these TV dramas is credited with inventing the jokey holiday tradition known as "Chrismukkah"? | THE O.C. |
| Not just found on fish,which of these growing things have also ribbed structures referred to as "gills"? | MUSHROOMS |
| A state that celebrated its "cuarto centenario" in 1998, New Mexico was founded in what year? | 1598 *CORRECT* |
| With just 100 calories per serving,VitaTops are a snack food that are simply the "tops" of what treat? | MUFFINS |
| In the cable drama "Boss," Kelsey Grammar plays a crooked mayor of what U.S. city? | CHICAGO |
| A popular but false urban legend suggests that Washington D.C.'s landscape was originally a what? | SWAMP |
| A key component in their company logo,Pixar's mascot Luxo Jr. is a what? | DESK LAMP |
| Of the 193 member states of the United Nations,the greatest number--54--are from what continent? | AFRICA |
| Rappers Jay-Z,Busta Rhymes and Notorious B.I.G. all once attended what city's George Westinghouse High School? | NEW YORK |
| A pirate who is yelling, "Avast,ye mateys" is actually telling his mates to do what? | STOP |
| Which of these New York City landmarks is a prime example of Art Deco architecture? | CHRYSLER BUILDING |
| Though a popular term now,"hipster" was actually coined in the 1940s to replace what jazzy term? | HEPCAT |
| In performing Darth Vader's stunts,Bob Anderson called on his skills as an Olympic what? | FENCER |
| In "Highlights for Children" magazine,what character serves as Gallant's ill-mannered counterpart? | GOOFUS |
| Which Jackson family member shares his name with the nickname of the man who ruled Yugoslavia from 1953 to 1980? | TITO |
| Novice callers to sports talk shows often use which of these phrases as part of their greetings? | FIRST TIME,LONG TIME |
| What classic TV show's theme song ends with the exclamation "Yee haw!"? | THE DUKES OF HAZZARD |
| Struggling with health issues,what author had the habit of penciling in a daily weight record on his bathroom wall? | ERNEST HEMINGWAY |
| In the world of DC comics,"Edward Nigma" is the birth name of what Batman foe? | THE RIDDLER |
| What world religion is based on five basic requirements known as the five "pillars"? | ISLAM |
| Inspired by the decor of the room where Nick Cannon proposed,in 2011 Mariah Carey named her baby boy what? | MOROCCAN |
| Located in Chiba Prefecture,Narita International Airport is the main airport serving what world capital? | TOKYO |
| After the passing of his father in 2011,Kim Jong-Un became the de facto leader of what nation? | NORTH KOREA |
| Someone who fixes things using makeshift items is often jokingly compared to what popular TV character? | MACGYVER |
| The first Chinese NBA all-star ever,Yao Ming retired in 2011 after spending eight seasons with what team? | HOUSTON ROCKETS |
| For those seeking more bang for your bite,the larger version of the pasta tortellini is called what? | TORTELLONI |
| Which of the following terms is used in chemistry and not in real estate? | REAGENT |
| A contestant on the 2012 season of "Celebrity Apprentice," Dee Snider won fame as frontman for what '80s band? | TWISTED SISTER |
| What Major League Baseball team plays its spring training home games at George M. Steinbrenner Field? | NEW YORK YANKEES |
| "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!" is a well-known example of what commonly used literacy device? | HYPERBOLE |
| In a 2011 episode of "The View," who confessed that she once worked as a phone sex operator? | WHOOPI GOLDBERG |
| In the world of logic, the statement "This statement is a lie" is known as which of these? | LIAR'S PARADOX |
| In 1971,in an effort to bolster relations,a team of U.S. athletes was invited to China to compete in what sport? | PING-PONG |
| Jeans get their name from the French word for what European city,where the first denim trousers were made? | GENOA |
| In what '90s movie does Winona Ryder fail an impromptu pop quiz about the definition of irony? | REALITY BITES |
| Prized by breeders for its intelligence and striking appearance,the Puli dog's hair resembles what household item? | MOP |
| What European city is home to the International Criminal Court,which tries war criminals from around the world? | THE HAGUE |
| Bigger than all of the Earth's land area combined,which of the world's oceans is the largest? | PACIFIC |
| Bartlett,Bosc and Comice are popular varieties of what kind of fruit? | PEAR |
| Steve Martin,Chevy Chase and Martin Short don sombreros on the movie poster for what 1986 comedy? | THREE AMIGOS! |
| In a classic "Twilight Zone" episode,a woman undergoes surgery to look "normal" among people who look like what? | PIGS |
| On his show "Man v Food," host Adam Richman won the "Davy Jones Locker Challenge" by eating 7 pounds of what? | SEAFOOD |
| Launched in 1978,Simon is an electronic memory game consisting of four buttons in all but which of these colors? | ORANGE |
| What U.S. state is home to the International Tennis Hall of Fame? | RHODE ISLAND |
| In 1971,The NY Times published excerpts of top-secret Vietnam War documents commonly known as what? | PENTAGON PAPERS |
| Which of these wars took place during the nineteenth century? | U.S. CIVIL WAR |
| Often called the "richest city in the world," Abu Dhabi is located in what Middle Eastern country? | UNITED ARAB EMIRATES |
| Henry Heimlech,the doctor famous for his life-saving maneuver,is the cousin of an actor famous for what sitcom character? | "POTSIE" WEBER |
| In her memoir,"Then Again," what actress explains the origins of her love of men's hats? | DIANE KEATON |
| What would be the name of Crosby,Stills,Nash & Young if its members' last names were replaced with their first names? | DAVID,STEPHEN,GRAHAM & NEIL |
| Typically served as a Southern side dish,spoonbread is a pudding-like bread with what ingredient? | CORNMEAL |
| In 2007,protesting college student Andrew Meyer won lasting Internet fame by shouting what at university police? | "DON'T TASE ME, BRO!" |
| Which of the following is not a word? | EMMANENT |
| For over 60 years,which of these retailers featured an annual "Running of the Brides" wedding dress sale? | FILENE'S BASEMENT |
| Which pair of Santa's reindeer derive their names from the German words for "thunder" and "lightning," respectively? | DONNER AND BLITZEN |
| Due to Spanish naming conventions,which of these artists was born with a name that was 20 words long? | PABLO PICASSO |
| Considered by many to be the best motion picture ever made,Orson Welles was just how old when he made "Citizen Kane"? | 25 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these music legends has a daughter who's an acclaimed fashion designer? | PAUL MCCARTNEY |
| What deep-pocketed filmmaker spent $100 million of his own money on the 2012 film "Red Tails" about the Tuskegee Airmen? | GEORGE LUCAS |
| Sort of in between two colors, rose wine by definition has what type of hue? | PINKISH |
| Castanets are musical instruments traditionally played while attached to what part of the body? | THUMB |
| As of 2012,which of these comedians has never hosted the Academy Awards? | JIMMY FALLON |
| "May I have a large container of coffee?" is a popular mnemonic for remembering what? | DIGITS OF PI |
| Calling itself "America's third largest party," what group promotes "Minimum Government, Maximum Freedom"? | LIBERTARIAN PARTY |
| In French cuisine,a remoulade is a type of what? | SAUCE |
| As seen in countless movie plots,what government agency oversees the Witness Protection Program? | U.S. MARSHALS |
| The award-winning British TV drama "Downton Abbey" begins in the year 1912,with news of what historic event? | SINKING OF THE TITANIC |
| Because they give off a fluorescent glow when lit with them,black lights are used to detect which of these pests? | SCORPIONS |
| For many years,which of these TV journalists was suspected of being the Watergate informant known as Deep Throat? | DIANE SAWYER |
| What was the name of a Santa Fe roadside attraction that featured dozens of refrigerators stacked in a circle? | STONEFRIDGE |
| Because of the motions involved,what activity is thought to help children correct a pigeon-toed gait? | BALLET |
| The United Nations flag depicts a map of the world surrounded by what? | OLIVE BRANCHES |
| When translated into English,which Shakira song title can describe someone infected with a serious medical condition? | RABIOSA |
| The country name "Argentina" derives from the Latin word for what chemical element? | SILVER |
| With 21 states,what letter is by far the most common one found at the end of the names of the U.S. states? | A *CORRECT* |
| Though now associated with Mexico,piatas are thought to have originated from what country's New Year celebrations? | CHINA |
| After moving to cable,Oprah Winfrey debuted her new primetime talk show in 2012,titled "Oprah's" what? | NEXT CHAPTER |
| Which of these terms is often used to describe radio static or the humm of a fan? | WHITE NOISE |
| Chef Paula Deen has caught flack for her recipe "Lady's Brunch Burger," a burger that replaces the bun with two what? | GLAZED DOUGHNUTS |
| In the classic folk song "On Top of Old Smoky," what is "Old Smoky"? | Mountain |
| Foam Hands is a company that encourages it's customers to wear gear at which of the events? | Football Games |
| As its title hints at,the 2012 movie "Joyful Noise" features what type of musical acts? | GOSPEL CHOIRS |
| In his 1999 film "The Sixth Sense," director M. Night Shyamalan makes a cameo appearance playing a what? | DOCTOR |
| What is the only type of fish's fin that is featured on a Pepperidge Farm Goldfish cracker? | CAUDAL FIN |
| All Cabbage Patch dolls feature the signature of their creator,Xavier Roberts,stamped on what part of the body? | BACKSIDE |
| To sound like a New Yorker,you can say "light and sweet" when ordering which of the following? | COFFEE |
| The "Star Wars" films notably contain music themes for each main character,a practice known by what music term? | LEITMOTIF |
| According to a famous quote from Confucius,"only the wisest and stupidest of men never" do what? | CHANGE |
| When checking your account balance in countries like Spain or Turkey,remember that periods are replaced by what? | COMMAS |
| With a career that spans over fifty years,singer Joan Baez is known as "The Queen of" what? | FOLK |
| The "fingerstache" is a popular tattoo of a stylized mustache typically inked on what finger? | INDEX |
| Perhaps because it's so romantic,a full moon often triggers which of these sea creatures to reproduce? | CORAL |
| What U.S. agency's website features the motto "Moving America Safely"? | FAA*CORRECT* |
| What restaurant chain offers a signature meal called the Rooty Tooty Fresh 'N Fruity? | IHOP *CORRECT* |
| Which of these beloved Disney characters would be classified by zoologists as a "ruminant"? | BAMBI |
| The first jersey ever retired in MLB history,the uniform number 4 belonged to what Yankees legend? | LOU GEHRIG |
| In Disney's "Alice In Wonderland," which extinct animal makes an appearance as a pipe-smoking nitwit? | DODO |
| In Internet chat and text lingo,"ITA" is typically short for what phrase? | I TOTALLY AGREE |
| In a memorable gaffe,the late Senator Ted Stevens famously referred to what technology as "a series of tubes"? | THE INTERNET |
| According to the term's rough translation,the vegetable and grain-heavy "macrobiotic diet" purports to offer a what? | LONG LIFE |
| In 2012,pop icon Beyonce gave birth to a daughter with what colorful,unusual name? | BLUE IVY |
| What biopic's screenplay was translated into brail at its subject's request? | RAY |
| Music fans who identify themselves as "Beliebers" would most likely enjoy which of these hit songs? | BABY |
| The addictive jingle "I want my baby back" refers to what Chilli's Grill & Bar dish? | RIBS |
| Derived from a Chinese expression,a person who is "kowtowing" is doing what? | KNEELING AND BOWING |
| Coordinated Universal Time,the worldwide standard for timekeeping,is directly based on the behavior of what? | ATOMS |
| "Take me down to the Paradise City,where the grass is green and the girls are pretty" are lyrics in an '80s hit by whom? | GUNS N' ROSES |
| Of these Starbucks coffee sizes,which is the smallest? | TALL |
| The word "harvest" is derived from an Old English word that referred to what season? | AUTUMN |
| The Kathy Bates quip "Every time an Oscar is given out,an agent gets his wings" plays on a famous line from what film? | IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE |
| "Cryptophasia" is a fancy term for the made-up language that sometime develops between what? | TWINS |
| The 1974 book "Alive" documents the aftermath of a plane crash in the Andes survived by teammates in what sport? | RUGBY |
| Found at a German zoo,Eclyse the "zorse" is a half-horse hybrid animal with what distinctive markings on her coat? | BLACK AND WHITE STRIPES |
| Someone who is naive or gullible is often described as having "fallen off the" what? | TURNIP TRUCK |
| Which of these food brand names would also serve as a proper response to the Italian expression "grazie"? | PREGO |
| Which of these real-life figures of antiquity was renowned above all for his fabulous wealth? | CROESUS |
| Blue sky laws are state regulations designed to protect people from what? | SECURITIES FRAUD |
| What famous line in Shakespeare is followed by the heartfelt request "Deny thy father,and refuse thy name"? | WHEREFORE ART THOU,ROMEO? |
| In a pinch,which of these pantry staples can be used to put out a kitchen fire? | BAKING SODA |
| In taste tests,60% of consumers indicate preferring the "creamy" over the "crunchy" version of what food? | PEANUT BUTTER |
| Well-known to sailors in the tropics,winds that blow steadily from east to west and toward the equator are called what? | TRADE WINDS |
| What animal appears on the national coat of arms of the African nation Cote D' lvoire,or Ivory Coast? | ELEPHANT |
| In "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," the gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde turns into a giant what? | BLUEBERRY |
| The 2012 TV show "Smash" features a TV actor playing a Broadway actor playing what famous movie actor? | MARILYN MONROE |
| Which of these Tom Cruise movies is technically a sequel? | THE COLOR OF MONEY |
| A popular myth suggests that you'll be less tasty to mosquitoes if you take vitamin B1,which is also known as what? | THIAMINE |
| Often misportrayed in film and TV,Dissociative Identity Disorder is a condition formerly known as what? | MULTIPLE PERSONALITY DISORDER |
| For half a century,Mister Softee trucks have driven America's streets playing music and peddling what? | ICE CREAM |
| For years,the now-defunct Weekly World News tabloid captivated readers with ongoing stories about what creature? | BAT BOY |
| Praised for her role on the sitcom "Up All Night," Christina Applegate first won fame on what TV show? | MARRIED...WITH CHILDREN |
| "The Boot" is the name of a popular website featuring inside information for fans of what music genre? | COUNTRY |
| Because it is a fictionalized account of the author's real life,which of these novels is considered a "roman a la clef"? | THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA |
| In the popular abbreviation FAQ,the letter "A" stands for what? | ASKED |
| Angry over their government's finance policies,in 2011 protestors in what country started hurling yogurt at police? | GREECE |
| The classic ads for the drugstore brand Nair stirred scantilly-clad women chanting "We wear" what? | SHORT SHORTS |
| Requiring considerable skill and experience,"throwing" is a technique used in what artistic medium? | POTTERY |
| In 2012,the daughter of which of these actors earned a "ticket to Hollywood" on "American Idol"? | JIM CARREY |
| Meaning "idealistic and impractical," the word "quixotic" comes from a character created by what author? | MIGUEL DE CERVANTES |
| Iranian-born businessman Al Yeganeh was the inspiration behind what classic "Seinfeld" character? | THE SOUP NAZI |
| In the song "Frosty The Snowman," what part of Frosty's face is made of a button? | NOSE |
| The 1986 Tom Cruise movie "The Color of Money" centers around what high-stakes game? | POOL |
| Which of these Spanish phrases is often used to help make a person feel comfortable in your home? | MI CASA ES SU CASA |
| Rick Riordan's bestselling kids' books feature Percy Jackson's adventures with what "fantastic" group? | THE OLYMPIANS |
| Oregon's George Fox University is named in honor of the founder of what religious movement? | QUAKER |
| Though spelled "feng shui," the Chinese art of spatial arrangement is typically pronounced how? | "FUNG SHWAY" |
| In 2009,which of these singers released a men's cologned called "Southern Blend"? | TIM MCGRAW |
| By definition,a "roughneck" is a laborer who works where? | OIL RIG |
| Of these clothing brand names,which is the only one that refers to a specific geographic region? | PATAGONIA |
| The cry "eureka!" comes from a Greek word meaning "I have" what? | FOUND IT |
| Fittingly,the online retailer Zappos adapted its name from "zapatos," the Spanish word for what? | SHOES |
| Which of these 2011 movies was based in part on a stage play that took the 2011 Tony for Best Play? | WAR HORSE |
| Though it works for other cuts,which of these is the name of a kitchen knife used to remove the delicate skin from fresh fish? | SALMON KNIFE |
| The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse,the tallest in the nation,lights up the coast of what U.S. state? | NORTH CAROLINA |
| Which of these famous poems recounts an event immediately preceding the American Revolution? | PAUL REVERE'S RIDE |
| What U.S. state is home to the airport with the three-letter identification code "DFW"? | TEXAS |
| George A. Romero's classic "Night of the Living Dead" series popularized what movie monsters? | ZOMBIES |
| At Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry,the Tesla Coil is used to simulate what natural event? | LIGHTNING STORM |
| In 2011,Rolling Stone named "Tubthumping," "Barbie Girl" and "I'm Too Sexy" among the "Worst Songs of" what decade? | THE NINETIES |
| Based on the foreign film "8 1/2," the Broadway musical "Nine" features what aptly-titled song? | BE ITALIAN |
| Popular with vacationing parents,a novelty souvenir item reads,"My parents went to___ and all I got was this lousy" what? | T-SHIRT |
| Even though he's deceased,what actor has appeared on every Harris Poll for America's Favorite Actor since 1994? | JOHN WAYNE |
| During the Depression.impoverished people built tent cities and shantytowns known by what "presidential" nickname? | HOOVERVILLES |
| Though it applies to all of them now,the term "vermin" derives from the Latin word for which of these creatures? | WORM |
| The Washington Post evaluates the truthfulness of political ads by assigning a rating of between one and four what? | PINOCCHIOS |
| In surfing and skateboarding,a person who rides with their right foot forward is known as a what? | GOOFY FOOT |
| The retailer Burberry is known for accenting its garments with tan,black,white and red in what trademark pattern? | PLAID |
| What foreign tourist destination is often reached by visitors traveling on PeruRail? | MACHU PICCHU |
| Native to Borneo,the proboscis monkey gets its name because the males have what distinctive body part? | BIG NOSE |
| The dating site ScientificMatch.com differs from other sites because it makes matches with the aid of what? | DNA ANALYSIS |
| If the Gettysburg Address were delivered in 2012,"four score and seven years ago" would refer to what year? | 1925 *CORRECT* |
| For a 1967 "Ed Sullivan Show" stint,The Doors were asked to change an indecent lyric in what song? | LIGHT MY FIRE |
| In 2004,what awards show instituted a five-second tape delay on the 30th anniversary of a famous streaking incident? | OSCARS |
| In Spanish,"de nada" is a standard response to which of these niceties? | MUCHAS GRACIAS |
| In 1956,Chuck Williams opened the first Williams-Sonoma store in what U.S. state? | CALIFORNIA |
| In an expression that means "That might be useful," a person might say "That's grist to the" what? | MILL |
| In a 1983 hit single,"backstreet guy" Billy Joel states his intention to woo what kind of "Girl"? | UPTOWN |
| Prior to his career as a TV journalist,George Stephanopoulos was a White House adviser to what U.S. president? | BILL CLINTON |
| To the dismay of nutritionists,what chain restaurant's "Bistro Shrimp Pasta" contains a reported 2,700 calories? | THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY |
| Which of these snack food brands has a mascot named "Finn" who,for some reason,wears sunglasses? | GOLDFISH |
| By definition,the speed at which music is performed is known as what? | TEMPO |
| Since 2007,diminutive personality Chuy Bravo has starred as the sidekick to what late night talk show host? | CHELSEA HANDLER |
| Which of these men's names is also slang for someone hugely biased towards their favorite sports team? | HOMER |
| "Check the neck" is common advice given to those evaluating the ripeness of what fruit? | PEAR |
| According to the National Severe Storms Laboratory,about how wide across is a cloud-to-ground lightning bolt? | ONE INCH |
| In 2011,what car-centric city experienced "Carmageddon" when its 405 freeway was shut down for repairs? | LOS ANGELES |
| Popular as a pet,the colorful freshwater betta fish is more commonly known by what fanciful nickname? | SIAMESE FIGHTING FISH |
| The ABC series that features jilted contestants from "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette" has what title? | BACHELOR PAD |
| On an old-fashioned rotary phone,what number requires the longest turn of the dial? | 0 *CORRECT* |
| Due to its immense popularity with the Chinese,what U.S. state was the first to open its own tourism office in China? | NEVADA |
| Since 2003,Anderson Cooper has hosted a CNN news program with what numerical title? | ANDERSON COOPER 360 |
| Named for a nearby embassy,the renowned Spanish Steps are a tourist attraction not in Spain,but in what city? | ROME |
| Despite being "the epicenter of prep style," what city did GQ dub "America's Worst-Dressed" in 2011? | BOSTON |
| What U.S. city was founded by 11 men,11 women,22 children,and 4 soldiers,collectively known as "Los Pobladores"? | LOS ANGELES |
| Presidents View Resort is a hotel with suites that look out at what national landmark? | MOUNT RUSHMORE |
| In "Happy Gilmore," Adam Sandler shouts what variation on a classic game show catchphrase at TV host Bob Barker? | THE PRICE IS WRONG! |
| In Mafia lingo,the phrase "sleeping with the fishes" refers to person who is what? | DECEASED |
| In a 2006 viral video,a Florida weatherman delivers a high-pitched squeal after encountering a what? | COCKROACH |
| What performer's "obscene gesture" during the 2012 Super Bowl halftime show compelled the NFL to issue an apology? | M.I.A. |
| If you rearrange the letters in Meg Ryan's name,you can form the name of a European country that has what capital? | BERLIN |
| In a well-known scence from "Pretty Woman," Julia Roberts' character struggles with eating what delicacy? | ESCARGOT |
| As conservative in his fashion as he is in his politics,politician Rick Santorum is known to favor what clothing item? | SWEATER VEST |
| The term "paparazzi" comes from the name of an aggressive photographer in what movie? | LA DOLCE VITA |
| Pixar has won Academy Awards for all but which of the following? | BEST PICTURE |
| "K" is the chemical symbol for what element? | POTASSIUM |
| Due to its presumed power over backsliding vegetarians,which of the following has been labeled a "Gateway Meat"? | BACON |
| Someone who is constantly at the gym is known by what unflattering name? | GYM RAT |
| A traditional food for the Japanese New Year,mochi is a cake primarily made of what ingredient? | RICE |
| Believed by many to help heart health,resveratol is an organic compound found in which of these foods? | RED WINE |
| The word "pita" comes from a Greek term meaning what? | BREAD |
| Which of these types of shower takes place in outer space and is not a weather phenomenon? | METEOR SHOWER |
| Which of these films is a "real" Hollywood movie,and not a "mockbuster"-- a low-budget ripoff of a hit film? | LAND OF THE LOST |
| "Systolic" and "diastolic" are medical terms that refer to what human vital sign? | BLOOD PRESSURE |
| If you are traveling on an airplane that has a cruising altitude of 30,000 feet,about how many miles are you above the Earth? | 5.7 *CORRECT* |
| Often compared to "Tetris," which of these is the name of a wildly popular smartphone puzzle game? | BEJEWELED |
| Named for the Dutch business that originated it,what is an Asscher cut? | SHAPE OF DIAMOND |
| An ocean-dwelling snail,the sea hare is named for its tentacles that resemble two long what? | EARS |
| What crime occurs when businesses conspire to control the market? | PRICE FIXING |
| In an annual holiday tradition,the "Late Show with David Letterman" trims the top of its Christmas tree with what food item? | MEATBALL |
| A great space-saving idea,a twin bed that slides underneath another twin when not in use is called a what? | TRUNDLE BED |
| Once ranked #1 for a record 237 weeks,tennis great Roger Federer hails from what country? | SWITZERLAND |
| Which of these Brady Bunch episode titles is also the title of a 1974 Martin Scorsese film? | ALICE DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE |
| David Evans,the lead guitarist for the rock band U2,performs under what stage name? | THE EDGE |
| Commonly associated with Ireland,a brogue is a type of what? | ACCENT |
| What classic children's book features the adventures of a boy named Milo and a watchdog named Tock? | THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH |
| In college sports,which of these terms refers to an athlete who was never recruited or offered a scholarship? | WALK-ON |
| Appearing in autumn,the harvest moon is one of about how many full moons that occur each year? | 12 *CORRECT* |
| Played by Jerry Ferrara,what is the name of Vincent Chase's hapless sidekick on the HBO series "Entourage"? | TURTLE |
| Giving her a radiant halo called an "aureole," how many rays shoot out from the Statue of Liberty's crown? | SEVEN |
| Though it is often quoted,the line "Elementary,my dear Watson" never actually appears in the works of what author? | ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE |
| Sugar magnate Henry Tate is the founder and namesake of a noted art gallery located in what city? | LONDON |
| Also about gangsters and New Jersey,the HBO series "Boardwalk Empire" is set in the '20s in what town? | ATLANTIC CITY |
| Scholars and intellectuals are commonly said to reside in a tower made of what material? | IVORY |
| Prince Charles and Princess Diana officially divorced in 1996 after how many years of marriage? | 15 *CORRECT* |
| Because the process renders it undesirable,which of these vegetables is not typically sold in cans? | BROCCOLI |
| At the end of the 1953 movie "Shane," what does the little boy famously yell as Shane rides off into the sunset? | COME BACK! |
| Logophobia is an irrational fear of what? | WORDS |
| What does the "C" stand for in the sports abbreviation NCAA? | COLLEGIATE |
| The Flemings and the Walloons are the two predominant cultural groups of what country? | BELGIUM |
| A navy pilot who was shot down in World War II,JFK's oldest brother "JPK" was named what? | JOSEPH PATRICK KENNEDY |
| In an Olympic-size pool,which is 50-meters long,about how many lengths would you have to swim in order to swim a mile? | 32 *CORRECT* |
| Prior to 2010's "Love and Other Drugs," Anne Hathaway and Jake Gyllenhaal appeared together in what film? | BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN |
| What type of jewelry appropriately gets its name from the French for "long needle"? | BROOCH |
| Often associated with weddings,an advanced notice stating the date of the big event is called a what? | SAVE-THE-DATE |
| Which of these camera parts controls how much light passes through the lens? | APERTURE |
| Which member of Congress is known as "Dr.No" because he a)votes "no" a lot,and b) is a doctor? | RON PAUL |
| A person suffering from "leporiphobia" would fear which of these Looney Tunes characters? | BUGS BUNNY |
| According to the Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw,"He who can,does. He who cannot," does what? | TEACHES |
| In video game adaptations of "Toy Story," what actor's younger brother Jim has voiced the character "Woody"? | TOM HANKS |
| Which of the following familiar words is derived from a Latin word that means "the meeting point of three ways"? | TRIVIA |
| Someone who repeatedly tries to revive interest in a hopeless issue is said to be "beating a" what? | DEAD HORSE |
| The award-winning British TV drama "Downtown Abbey" begins in the year 1912,with news of what historic event? | SINKING OF THE TITANIC |
| Oddly enough,on the 2012 sitcom "Are You There,Chelsea?" Chelsea Handler does not play "Chelsea," but whom? | CHELSEA'S SISTER |
| Headlines quipped, "Mr. & Mrs. Smith Go To Washington," reporting on a 2012 White House visit by what celeb couple? | BRAD PITT & ANGELINA JOLIE |
| Which of these words does not form an English word when the suffix "-ster" is added to it? | PUSH |
| Which of the following halls is synonymous with the corrupt political group that ran New York City in the late 19th century? | TAMMANY HALL |
| Which of these candies typically comes in only two colors,pink and white? | GOOD & PLENTY |
| A message that translates as "Long Live Nero" is among the ancient graffiti found at what archaeological site? | POMPEII |
| Marilyn Monroe sings out "Tiffany's!" and "Cartier!" in a famous ditty that claims that what are "A Girl's Best Friend"? | DIAMONDS |
| Taken from Greek mythology,the term "Achilles' heel" is synonymous with what? | FATAL WEAKNESS |
| Though he still tours playing The Who classics,what former frontman owns a trout fishery in East Sussex,England? | ROGER DALTREY |
| Sarah Silverman,Seth MacFarlane and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson have all appeared on which of these TV franchises? | STAR TREK |
| What is Dora the Explorer's last name? | MARQUEZ |
| In 1989,a 7.1 magnitude earthquake shook what World Series host city just before Game 3? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| Directed by Jack Nicholson,"The Two Jakes" is the critically-panned sequel to what acclaimed film? | CHINATOWN |
| What month of the year is fittingly named after the Roman god of beginnings? | JANUARY |
| In a phrase credited to Thomas Carlyle,the field of economics is known by what gloomy nickname? | THE DISMAL SCIENCE |
| Banned in some areas,the controversial method by which natural gas is extracted from rock formations is known as what? | HYDROFRACKING |
| Since 2008,what U.S. pro sport has held an annual outdoor game at the start of the year called the "Winter Classic"? | HOCKEY |
| For over a century,the New Year's Day Tournament of Roses Parade has taken place in what U.S. city? | PASADENA, CA |
| In the Kurt Vonnegut novel "Breakfast of Champions," what is referred to as the "breakfast of champions"? | MARTINIS |
| In real estate listings,"a/g pl" stands for a swimming pool that is what? | ABOVEGROUND |
| What is the "Brangelina"-like nickname that tabloids use to refer to the young stars of the "Twilight" films? | ROBSTEN |
| While in office,which of these U.S. presidents donated his entire salary to charity? | JOHN F. KENNEDY |
| According to a common cliche,a person who objects strongly to doing something wouldn't do it "for all the tea" where? | IN CHINA |
| As music legend Prince must surely know,which of these colors is often associated with royalty? | PURPLE |
| What distinguished athlete is the star of a 1999 documentary titled "His Airness"? | MICHAEL JORDAN |
| What world-famous building has a roof that was reportedly inspired by the sections of an orange? | SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE |
| In a hit song from the '60s,a singer is "rockin' and a-rollin'" and "rockin' and a-rollin" over whom? | BARBARA ANN |
| The Notable Names Database,or nndb.com,lists what historic woman's job experience as "Cake proponent"? | MARIE ANTOINETTE |
| Which of these condiments is sold under the brand name "Best Foods" west of the Rockies? | HELLMAN'S MAYONNAISE |
| Which of these odd-sounding terms is actually a popular type of additive? | LIQUID SMOKE |
| Derived from the practice of drinking lime juice to prevent scurvy,"limey" is a slang term for a person from where? | GREAT BRITAIN |
| In Chicago,you'll find a kitschy 26-foot tall statue of what actress in a famous pose,white dress billowing up around her? | MARILYN MONROE |
| In "The Karate Kid," which of these is not one of the unorthodox training methods Mr. Miyagi assigns to Daniel-san? | WEEDING HIS GARDEN |
| Which of these famous actors overcame childhood stuttering to become the voice of Darth Vader and CNN? | JAMES EARL JONES |
| In 2011,TNT announced Larry Hagman would return to play J.R. Ewing in a "sequel" to what classic show? | DALLAS |
| The Obama administration often points out that Warren Buffet pays a lower tax rate than Debbie Bosanek,his what? | SECRETARY |
| According to a famous quote by designer Coco Chanel,you should do what just before leaving the house? | TAKE ONE THING OFF |
| Which of these cooking terms is believed to come from a Norweigan word meaning "lump"? | DOLLOP |
| Usually associated with pirates,the "Jolly Roger" is a distinctive what? | FLAG |
| In 2011,actor Luke Wilson,rapper Snoop Dogg and comedian Amy Poehler all turned what age? | 40 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these French phrases means "to know how to act"? | SAVOIR-FAIRE |
| Most household aquariums are equipped with bubbler systems to maintain levels of what gas? | OXYGEN |
| On a restaurant menu,which of these dishes would most likely be followed by the initials "M.P.," meaning "market price"? | LOBSTER THERMIDOR |
| Nobel laureate Robert Richardson once claimed that party balloons should cost $100 apiece because of what gas's scarcity? | HELIUM |
| At just 18,Jason Bateman became the youngest person to join the Director's Guild after directing an episode of what sitcom? | THE HOGAN FAMILY |
| Presented as a token of welcome to tourists visiting Hawaii,the "lei" is a garland of flowers commonly worn how? | AROUND THE NECK |
| In the 1988 movie "Rain Man," Raymond Babbitt is obsessed with watching what TV personality? | JUDGE WAPNER |
| At the State of the Union address,who usually sits with the vice president right behind the U.S. president? | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE |
| "Violet Precipitation" could be an "alternate title" of a 1984 movie starring whom? | PRINCE |
| Before Martin Scorsese offered him a part in "Raging Bull," what actor was working at an Italian restaurant in the Bronx? | JOE PESCI |
| As any foodie can tell you,a geoduck is a type of what? | CLAM |
| The idea of mise en place,meaning "everything in place," is of utmost importance to what type of professionals? | CHEFS |
| Often very annoying to people dining nearby,pagophagia is the compulsive chewing of what? | ICE |
| In Frank Sinatra's ode to "New York,New York," what completes the famous line,"Start spreading the news"? | I'M LEAVING TODAY |
| When decorating a Christmas Tree,most experts would reccomend adding what first? | LIGHTS |
| In 2012,Obama impressed spectators with his smooth vocals when he crooned "I'm so in love with you" from what song? | LET'S STAY TOGETHER |
| The plots of the 2010 romantic comedies "The Back-Up Plan" and "The Switch" both revolve around what medical procedure? | ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION |
| If a gross is equal to 144 units,how many units are in a dozen gross,also known as a "great gross"? | 1728 *CORRECT* |
| What type of vehicle "with the fringe on top" is the subject of a classic song from the musical "Oklahoma!"? | SURREY |
| Often referred to as the "good cholesterol," HDL stands for "high- density" what? | LIPOPROTEIN |
| Dolittle,Strangelove and Zhivago are surnames of classic movie characters who share what distinguished title? | DOCTOR |
| Starring Rob Lowe,the 2012 Lifetime movie "Drew Peterson: Untouchable" is about a man accused of what heinous crime? | MURDERING HIS WIFE |
| Drivers traversing the Golden Gate Bridge are afforded picturesque views of what famous island? | ALCATRAZ |
| Spider Spud and Optimash Prime are movie-themed updates of what classic toy? | MR. POTATO HEAD |
| According to a famous Yves Saint Laurent quote, "Fashions fade," what "is eternal?" | STYLE |
| London's famed Portobello Road shares its name with a popular variety of what? | MUSHROOM |
| Silent film star Norma Talmadge started a Hollywood tradition after accidentally stepping in wet concrete outside what theater? | GRAUMAN'S CHINESE |
| Since 2001,Gillette has offered a popular line of women's razors named after what mythological figure? | VENUS |
| Created by J.J. Abrahms,the 2012 crime drama "Alcatraz" is set in and around what U.S. city? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| Becoming popular in the U.S.,the Greek brand FAGE is a "strained" version of what dairy product? | YOGURT |
| The site of a famous 1839 slave mutiny,the 19th-century ship La Amistad has a name that means what in Spanish? | FRIENDSHIP |
| Often found in the pockets of new clothes,silica gel packets are "desiccants," meaning they do what? | SOAK UP MOISTURE |
| Roughly speaking,a typical commercial jet flying from New York to London cruises at what average airspeed? | 550 MPH *CORRECT* |
| With Pluto reclassified as a "dwarf planet," what planet in our solar system is now farthest from the Sun? | NEPTUNE |
| Hollywood's favorite time of year,which of these months falls within a period known as "awards season"? | FEBRUARY |
| Which of these common house plants does not actually produce flowers? | FERN |
| Former House speaker Newt Gingrich once stated in an interview that he thought what actor should play him in a movie? | BRAD PITT |
| Though critics called him a "walking dust mop," the 2012 Westminster Best in Show went to Malachy,a 4-year-old what? | PEKINGESE |
| Because she held over 40 different patents,inventor Beulah Louise Henry was popularly known by what nickname? | LADY EDISON |
| Prior to her career in television,Nancy Grace was licensed by the state of Georgia as a what? | PROSECUTOR |
| Who is the only person currently featured on the front of U.S. paper currency whose portrait faces the observer's left? | ALEXANDER HAMILTON |
| Sharing their name with a local river,Boston's mass transit passes are officially called what? | CHARLIECARDS |
| Mostly covered in desert and prone to droughts,what country does the word for "rain" also mean "blessing"? | BOTSWANA |
| As chefs know,the two succulent bits of meat on the back of a chicken,just above the thigh,are called what? | OYSTERS |
| Usually referred to by his first name,the Renaissance artist Michelangelo had what surname? | BUONARROTI |
| Which of these fish names is thought to derive from the Latin word for "leaper"? | SALMON |
| Hosted by Don Francisco since 1962,the variety show "Sabado Gigante" fittingly airs on what day of the week? | SATURDAY |
| Not just an Asian-inspired menu item,which of the following is a publicly traded commodity that is sold as in investment? | PORK BELLIES |
| What '90s sitcom often featured a character doing a strange dance to Tom Jones's "It's Not Unusual"? | THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR |
| Piscivorous animals feed mainly on what? | FISH |
| Upon the cancellation of "Ugly Betty," what actress joined the cast of "Desperate Housewives" in 2010? | VANESSA WILLIAMS |
| What is the correct spelling of the last name of the Academy Award-winning director of "The Departed"? | SCORSESE |
| What author courted controversy in 2006 when his memoir,"A Million Little Pieces" was proved to be widely exaggerated? | JAMES FREY |
| Which of these one-named performers has a name that means "my lady" in Italian? | MADONNA |
| Worn bindings and missing dust jackets are common problems that can devalue what collectibles? | BOOKS |
| The Nile Basin constitutes roughly 10% of the total area of what world continent? | AFRICA |
| What political figure had a mechanical heart pump installed in 2010 that left him literally without a pulse? | DICK CHENEY |
| Located in Oyster Bay,Long Island,the Sagamore Hill National Historic Site is the former home of what U.S. president? | THEODORE ROOSEVELT |
| What American author is credited with popularizing the Spanish word "cojones" as a synonym for bravery? | ERNEST HEMINGWAY |
| "Cash for Clunkers" was a government program that encouraged Americans to switch to more efficient what? | CARS |
| What member of the rock band Led Zeppelin shares his name with a famous naval hero of the Revolutionary War? | JOHN PAUL JONES |
| The A&E Web series "Hammertime" centers on the life and family of a musician best known for what '90s megahit? | U CAN'T TOUCH THIS |
| "Imagine me and you,I do/I think about you day and night,it's only right" are lyrics to a 1967 song by what group? | THE TURTLES |
| In a famous scene from the 1981 film "Mommie Dearest," Joan Crawford berates her daughter for using what? | WIRE HANGERS |
| Wrestler and actor Andre the Giant's unusual height was caused by a rare defect in what gland? | PITUITARY |
| Before he went solo,British singer Morrissey was frontman for which of these '80s bands? | THE SMITHS |
| On the classic sitcom "I Love Lucy," Lucy often went on auditions using what maiden name instead of Mrs. Ricardo? | MCGILLICUDDY |
| In 1872,an act of Congress established what as America's first official national park? | YELLOWSTONE |
| Fitting for a devout Baptist and Sunday school teacher,"Deacon" was the Secret Service code name for what president? | JIMMY CARTER |
| The anise-flavored liqueur ouzo is a traditional drink of what country? | GREECE |
| In Rodin's statue "The Thinker," which of these correctly describes the pose of the man's arm touching his head? | RIGHT ELBOW ON LEFT KNEE |
| Which of these cartoon characters likely suffers from rhotacism,a speech disorder where R's are pronounced like W's? | ELMER FUDD |
| In the 1998 film "The Big Lebowski," what actress plays Bunny,a trophy wife who wears green nail polish? | TARA REID |
| Which of these artsy surnames is also the name of a division in the World Beard and Moustache Championships? | DALI |
| A classic 1976 song by Blue Oyster Cult features the advice "Don't Fear The" what? | REAPER |
| A doe-eyed bad seed named Damien is the main character in what classic horror flick? | THE OMEN |
| Which of these movie actors has never played Tom Clancy hero Jack Ryan on the big screen? | MATT DAMON |
| In the "Legally Blonde" movies,Elle Woods gets men's attention using a signature move called what? | BEND AND SNAP |
| In the U.S., a car's "zero-to-sixty" time is a measure of the car's what? | ACCELERATION |
| In which of these Olympic events do contestants often wear a finger tab and an arm guard called a bracer? | ARCHERY |
| Actress Christine Baranski guest stars as Dr. Beverly Hofstadter,Leonard's mom,on what TV sitcom? | THE BIG BANG THEORY |
| In education,the Flesch-Kincaid readability test assigns a level of difficulty that corresponds to what statistic? | GRADE LEVEL |
| In office for 22 years,Richard M. Daley was the longest serving mayor of what U.S. city? | CHICAGO |
| Refusing the Secret Service,what First Lady was given her own gun and later wrote, " I carried it religiously"? | ELEANOR ROOSEVELT |
| Named after Sergei Rachmanioff, "Rach 3" is the nickname of a famous what? | PIANO CONCERTO |
| The 2014 Winter Olympic Games will mark the first time women will be able to compete in which of these disciplines? | SKI JUMPING |
| Photos snapped in 1972 of Jane Fonda seated on an anti-aircraft gun earned the actress what infamous nickname? | HANOI JANE |
| The Silver Bullet Band is the longtime backing band of what popular musician? | BOB SEGER |
| In Germany,which of these common household items is known as a "fingerhut"? | THIMBLE |
| Believed to be caused by jets,rare cloud formations that often drop snow share their name with what office tool? | HOLE-PUNCH |
| Introduced in 1928, Red Stripe Beer is brewed in what country? | JAMAICA |
| What 1960s Raquel Welch film was advertised with the slogan "Mankind's First Bikini!"? | ONE MILLION YEARS B.C. |
| Natives of what country traditionally have a last name that combines their father's first name with either "son" or "dottir"? | ICELAND |
| Ali Wentworth,a popular actress and comedienne,is the wife of what prominent news anchor? | GEORGE STEPHANOPOULOS |
| A rich sauce in Mexican cuisine,mole most commonly features which of these ingredients? | CHOCOLATE |
| What U.S. landmark is outfitted with multiple foghorns because its locale is so often enveloped in dense fog? | GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE |
| Basra is the chief port of which Persian Gulf country? | IRAQ |
| In an expression borrowed from poker,high-quality stocks like Coca-Cola and IBM are known as what? | BLUE-CHIP STOCKS |
| The deliciously wicked TV drama "Revenge" is set among the wealthy elite of what seaside town? | THE HAMPTONS |
| Seen in many still life paintings,a ewer is a decorative type of what household object? | PITCHER |
| Discovered 2.2 miles under the ground,the deepest living animal was given what appropriate nickname? | DEVIL WORM |
| The "Green Line" is a term used to describe the boundary between what two historically hostile areas? | ISRAEL AND THE WEST BANK |
| Featured on the Shakespeare family coat of arms,the French motto "Non sans droit!" means "not without" what? | RIGHT |
| A Eurasian counterpart to the NHL, the KHL is a professional league in what sport? | HOCKEY |
| Also known as the "Indian Date," which of these exotic fruits grow inside large,but brittle brown pods? | TAMARIND |
| Known for her wiggle and high-pitched coo,actress Jackee played sexy neighbor Sandra Clark on what '80s sitcom? | 227 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these proverbs has the same meaning as "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"? | A STITCH IN TIME SAVES NINE |
| The chorus of the song "Home on the Range" mentions what pair of playful animals? | DEER AND ANTELOPE |
| In golf,if you "bogey" a hole,what score did you get? | ONE STROKE OVER PAR |
| Set in Hot Springs,Arkansas in 1959,"Billy Blythe" is a folk opera about which famous "Bill"? | BILL CLINTON |
| Which of these foods has a pH value that is the lowest,making it the most acidic? | ORANGE JUICE |
| An "estate tax" is typically levied by the government after what life event? | DEATH |
| At the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery,whose portrait depicts him holding a computer disk? | BILL GATES |
| What hit 1967 song features the lyric "Sock it to me,sock it to me,sock it to me,sock it to me"? | RESPECT |
| Which of these lyrics does not appear in The Police's #1 hit "Every Breath You Take"? | EVERY PRICE YOU PAY |
| What professional "title" is shared by media personalities Ruth Westheimer and Phil McGraw? | DOCTOR |
| In the classic animated movie "The Little Mermaid," Ariel's best friend is a fish named what? | FLOUNDER |
| A mix of the words "marionette" and "puppet" provides the name for a set of characters created by whom? | JIM HENSON |
| In January 2012,many websites,including Google,loudly protested a proposed law known as SOPA,the "Stop Online" what? | PIRACY ACT |
| "Laryngeal prominence" is the scientific term for what part of the human body? | ADAM'S APPLE |
| What Disney film features the Billboard #1 hit and Oscar-winning song "A Whole New World"? | ALADDIN |
| Two words that have directly opposite meanings are called what? | ANTONYMS |
| Which of these animals have webbed hind feet that help them to swim? | BEAVERS |
| Which of these fictional characters gives a famous speech popularly known as the "Nose Tirade"? | CYRANO DE BERGERAC |
| What legendary musician played Jareth the Goblin King in Jim Henson's 1986 film "Labyrinth"? | DAVID BOWIE |
| What literary character owned an unusual portrait of himself that aged over time,while he did not? | DORIAN GRAY |
| Rap superstar Andre Young is better known by what name? | DR. DRE |
| Which of the following word pairs constists of synonyms,not antonyms? | FLAMMABLE AND INFLAMMABLE |
| The slogan, "Liberte,Egalite,Fraternite" appears on euro coins minted in what country? | FRANCE |
| Featured in a 1990s Beck song,what is the translation of the Spanish lyric "Soy un perdedor"? | I'M A LOSER |
| In the abbreviation for the medical procedure popularly known as an MRI,what does the "I' stand for? | IMAGING |
| What faith's wedding ceremonies typically feature assistants known as "chuppah holders"? | JEWISH |
| Born in New York,the legendary outlaw William H. Bonney,Jr. was better known as "Billy the" what? | KID |
| Which of these rhymes correctly reminds you how to identify and avoid poison ivy? | LEAVES OF 3, LET IT BE |
| Curds and whey,Miss Muffet's snacks of choice,are created during what culinary process? | MAKING CHEESE |
| Introduced in 1898,what brand of soap was named for the two kinds of oil that were used to produce it? | PALMOLIVE |
| Which of these stunning natural landmarks inspired the composition of "America The Beautiful"? | PIKES PEAK |
| In a memorable scene from the 1987 comedy "Spaceballs," President Skroob gives orders to do what? | "COMB THE DESERT!" |
| Though often referred to by its trademarked name,the Crock-Pot is really what kitchen appliance? | SLOW COOKER |
| What is the full name of the notoriously difficult college course often called "orgo"? | ORGANIC CHEMISTRY |
| What musical artist opened the Hard Candy Fitness gym in 2010,which takes its name from a 2008 album? | MADONNA |
| The government-sponsored company known as Fannie Mae specializes in helping people do what? | BUY HOMES |
| In the Washington D.C. memorial honoring him,what U.S. president is depicted in a wheelchair? | FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT |
| Often misquoted the "Wall Street" line "Greed...is good" actually contains what phrase after the first word? | FOR LACK OF A BETTER WORD |
| The result of strong solar flares that scientists fear could destroy power grids,an "EMP" is a what? | ELECTROMAGNETIC PULSE |
| As part of its 2009 bankruptcy plan,Chrysler agreed to form a partnership with what European automaker? | FIAT |
| Meaning "guitar" in Italian,a chitarra is a stringed device used by chefs to do what? | CUT PASTA |
| In a famous scence from "Marathon Man," Laurence Olivier tortures Dustin Hoffman,repeatedly asking him what? | IS IT SAFE? |
| In the 1870s,the standard QWERTY keyboard was developed to prevent which of these common typewriter problems? | JAMMED TYPEWRITERS |
| Aesop,the 6th-cetntury Greek author,is primarily known for writing what type of fiction? | FABLES |
| In which of these well-known fairy tales does the heroine die and then come back to life? | SNOW WHITE |
| In the military,which of these terms is slang for "kilometer"? | KLICK |
| In 2010,video game fanatics lined up at midnight to buy the "Black Ops" sequel in what popular game series? | CALL OF DUTY |
| Popular in the American Southwest,a "sopaipilla" is best described as a what? | FRIED PASTRY |
| "Snatiation" is a tongue-in-cheek term that refers to a bout of uncontrallable sneezing brought on by what? | A FULL STOMACH |
| The term "bootleg" comes from an old habit of smugglers hiding what in their boots? | ALCOHOL |
| In a case of life imitating art,Charlie Sheen admitted he took steroids to enhance his performance in what movie? | MAJOR LEAGUE |
| "Mendicant" is a fancy word for what type of person? | BEGGAR |
| "Slider" is a common slang term for a miniature version of which of these foods? | HAMBURGERS |
| Accepting his first Oscar in 2012 at the age of 82,what actor said to his statue, "You're only two years older than me!"? | CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER |
| Which of these TV show titles contains an ampersand? | LAW & ORDER |
| "To serve,not to be served" is the motto of what organization? | AARP *CORRECT* |
| After his departure from CBS in 2011,Charlie Sheen embarked on a nationwide tour called "My Violent Torpedo of" what? | TRUTH |
| Which of these Asian "Stans" is an ethnic religion and not an independent country? | KURDISTAN |
| What singer's concerts often include "Hot Patootie," a song he sang as Eddie in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show"? | MEAT LOAF |
| Used to provide structure to connective tissue,what is the most abundant protein in the human body? | COLLAGEN |
| In a well-known expression.what two-word phrase typically follows the line "stick a fork in it"? | IT'S DONE |
| What classic Michael Jackson tune features the catchy refrain "Mama-say-mama-sah,ma-ma-coo-sah"? | WANNA BE STARTIN' SOMETHIN' |
| When it was founded in 1970,what company's name was a reference to its founder's curly head of hair? | KINKO'S |
| An old saying claims that if what will not come to Mohammed,Mohammed will go to it? | THE MOUNTAIN |
| Seen in the 2012 Super Bowl halftime show,slacklining is an obscure version of what? | TIGHTROPE WALKING |
| In physics,the point at which an object can be balanced is called its "center of" what? | GRAVITY |
| Which of these television networks bills itself with the punny slogan "Positively Entertaining"? | ION *CORRECT* |
| Mainly mined in Pakistan,the chunky rock salt known as Himalayan salt typically has what distinctive hue? | PINK |
| In 1997,what pro sport officially retired the number 42,the uniform number worn by Jackie Robinson? | BASEBALL |
| In the 2010 film "Black Swan," Natalie Portman plays a dancer who performs in a famous ballet composed by whom? | TCHAIKOVSKY |
| A 2006 study of phone conversations found that which statement was meant sarcastically 23 percent of the time? | YEAH,RIGHT |
| Since 1996,the White Wave company has produced Silk,a popular brand of which of these health foods? | SOY MILK |
| Which of these movie titles is based on the name of a real person? | MICHAEL COLLINS |
| The talking dog in the 2011 TV series "Wilfred" won comparisons to the imaginary animal in what Jimmy Stewart film? | HARVEY |
| Woodward and Bernstein,the journalists who first broke the Watergate Scandal,have what first names? | BOB AND CARL |
| With music by Burt Bacharach,what Broadway musical is based on the 1960 film "The Apartment"? | PROMISES,PROMISES |
| Known for his big mouth,Cartman from "South Park" has been described as a little version of what classic sitcom character? | ARCHIE BUNKER |
| The annual World Ice Art Championship in Fairbanks,Alaska is primarily a competition in what artistic discipline? | SCULPTING |
| The famous "Warren Commission" was created in order to investigate what American crisis? | THE JFK ASSASSINATION |
| Traditionally made with fried seafood,a po' boy is a sandwich associated with what U.S. city's cuisine? | NEW ORLEANS |
| Santa Domingo and Port-au-Prince,the capitals of two separate countries,are both located on what island? | HISPANIOLA |
| A sacred prayer in the Roman Catholic faith,Ave Maria gets its name from a Latin phrase meaning what? | HAIL MARY |
| Because it was invented by Eugene Rimmell in the 1800s, "rimmel" is used in France to refer to what cosmetic? | MASCARA |
| A microphone,camera and "powerful pink and black ensemble" are accessories for a new Barbie doll with what career? | NEWS ANCHOR |
| According to a 2012 report by Forbes,what country counts 96 billionaires among its citizens,second only to the U.S.? | RUSSIA |
| According to a popular franchise's slogan,"America Runs on" what? | DUNKIN' |
| What famous inventor founded the company that introduced the revolutionary Kodak camera in 1888? | GEORGE EASTMAN |
| What famous Shakespeare character's last words are "Thus with a kiss I die"? | ROMEO |
| "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson got his big break playing what instrument for the rock band Journey? | BASS GUITAR |
| In a classic Biz Markie hip-hop song from 1989,the rapper sings in the chorus, "But you say he's" what? | JUST A FRIEND |
| Which of these produce items is known for having high levels of lycopene? | TOMATOES |
| The sketch comedy series "Portlandia" pokes fun at hipsters residing in what state's most populous city? | OREGON |
| The title of Stephen Covey's 1989 self-help book claims that "Highly Effective People" have how many "habits"? | SEVEN |
| What famous painter once receieved a scathing 1949 review describing his artwork as "a mop of tangled hair"? | JACKSON POLLOCK |
| In a popular '80s cartoon,what creatures often sing a catchy tune with the simple lyrics "La la la la la la,la la la la la"? | THE SMURFS |
| Recent health concerns about bisphenol A or BPA focus on the chemical's presence in what everyday item? | PLASTIC DRINK BOTTLES |
| Posters of famous Irish writers proudly displayed in pubs often feature all but which of the following? | CHARLES DICKENS |
| What classic sitcom features a mustachioed,tool belt-wearing building super named Schneider? | ONE DAY AT A TIME |
| On the '90s sitcom "Blossom," Joey Lawrence's character is known for what concise catchphrase? | WHOA! |
| A false urban myth claims that a combination of pop rocks and soda proved fatal for "Mikey," the boy in what cereal's '70s ads? | LIFE |
| Formerly known as Sleuth, Cloo is a cable TV channel dedicated to what genre of programming? | MYSTERY |
| Used in a variety of dishes,garam marsala is a blend of ground spices commonly used in what cuisine? | INDIAN |
| In the 1990 movie "Ghost," what classic song is featured during the famous "pottery-making" love scene? | UNCHAINED MELODY |
| When it is expressed in Roman numerals,which of these years is represented by the fewest number of letters? | 2001 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these hit Tom Cruise films is famous for its somewhat gratuitous shirtless volleyball scene? | TOP GUN |
| Headlines read "Deja Blue" after what NFL team scored a second Super Bowl win over the Patriots in 2012? | NEW YORK GIANTS |
| On a 2012 "Glee" episode,Ricky Martin sings "Soy sexy y lo sabes" in a bilingual rendition of a hit song by what group? | LMFAO |
| Developed by the Greeks,the geocentric theory of the universe states that what lies at its center? | EARTH |
| How old was Thomas Jefferson when he drafted the Declaration of Independence? | 33 *CORRECT* |
| What is the only U.S. state whose official state song was a #1 hit on the Billboard charts? | GEORGIA |
| A cast member of the AMC series "Hell On Wheels," rapper/actor Lonnie Lynn, Jr. is better known by what stage name? | COMMON |
| According to Legend,what Looney Tunes character was born in a warren under the old Dodgers stadium in Brooklyn? | BUGS BUNNY |
| Which of these phrases completes the famous Admiral David Farragut saying, "Damn The Torpedoes!"? | FULL SPEED AHEAD! |
| What well-known patriotic song features the line "From sea to shining sea"? | AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL |
| The theme song to what '80s sitcom begins with the memorable line, "Streaks on the china never mattered before"? | MR. BELVEDERE |
| The French phrase "Tous pour un, un pour tous" is the motto of what legendary fictional group? | THE THREE MUSKETEERS |
| A recent social trend, "dadchelor parties" are events thrown for men who are about to what? | HAVE A BABY |
| At whose Presidential library may visitors listen to a copy of the infamous "Smoking Gun" tape? | RICHARD NIXON |
| Which of these music icons shares his name with an MLB relief pitcher who inspired the phrase "fear the beard"? | BRIAN WILSON |
| Who is the only U.S. president in history to serve two nonconsecutive terms? | GROVER CLEVELAND |
| In the world of DC Comics,Barbara Gordon is better known as what comic book superhero? | BATGIRL |
| What novelist's best-known protagonists include Elizabeth Bennet,Emma Woodhouse and Elinor Dashwood? | JANE AUSTEN |
| In "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," the Cheshire cat leaves behind what conspicuous feature when it disappears? | ENORMOUS GRIN |
| Published in 1798,a well-known poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is titled "The Rime of the Ancient" what? | MARINER |
| In 2011,what media mogul found himself in the center of a widespread phone-hacking scandal? | RUPERT MURDOCH |
| "Forget You" is the title of the cleaned up radio version of a popular 2010 expletive-filled song by whom? | CEE LO GREEN |
| On "Saturday Night Live," David Spade popularized the catchphrase "buh-bye" in his role as a what? | FLIGHT ATTENDANT |
| Sassybax is a woman's brand that sells which of these items? | BRAS |
| If a man's shirt size is 16-32/33,the "16" is a measurement of what? | CIRCUMFERENCE OF NECK |
| For reasons that should be clear to math enthusiasts,April 16th is the official "holiday" of what popular website? | FOURSQUARE |
| Though human fat is typically whitish,most people also have small amounts of calorie-burning fat that is what color? | BROWN |
| Which of the following aquatic creatures is not actually a fish? | STARFISH |
| When communicating online,a person might type the emoticon "o_O" to indicate that they are what? | SURPRISED |
| In 2010,what nation began a "convictourism" program to attract foreigners descended from long-ago prisoners? | AUTRALIA |
| Which of these New York Times front page headlines ran in the 1910s and not the 1920s? | TITANIC SINKS |
| In what country do government officials wear guayaberas,shirts marked by pleats and four front pockets,to state functions? | CUBA |
| As a familiar rhyme reminds us,which of these months has more than 30 days? | JULY |
| Which culinary device uses a method known as a bain-marie,or water bath,to provide heat? | DOUBLE BOILER |
| Henry VIII belonged to what royal family? | TUDOR |
| What U.S. president was famous for his involvement with a volunteer cavalry group known as the Rough Riders? | THEODORE ROOSEVELT |
| Which of these ancient locations becomes the name of a present-day country when the first two letters of its name are removed? | ASSYRIA |
| Which of these animals is usually trapped for its fur in the winter when its coat is almost completely white? | ERMINE |
| In 2011,Ted Danson replaced Laurence Fishburne on what popular crime drama? | CSI |
| On the TV series "Diff'rent Strokes," Arnold often poses what signature question to his brother,Willis? | WHAT' CHU TALKIN' 'BOUT? |
| The iconic Umbrella Girl who appears on the Morton Salt label wears what color dress? | YELLOW |
| Which of these designer labels is best known for its trendy line of eyewear? | OLIVER PEOPLES |
| A sign with the Spanish word "salida" on it indicates what? | EXIT |
| Which of these government programs would most likely be affected by "entitlement reform"? | MEDICARE |
| Later used by the British army for their famous coats,the Aztecs crushed up insects to create what color dye? | RED |
| Although the movie "Fargo" mostly takes place in Minnesota,its title refers to a city in what state? | NORTH DAKOTA |
| What actor plays the mustachioed slacker "Wooderson" in the 1993 indie film "Dazed and Confused"? | MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY |
| Justitia,the Roman goddess of justice,is commonly depicted wearing which of these accessories? | BLINDFOLD |
| Often used to describe an accomplished conductor,the word "maestro" comes from which of these languages? | ITALIAN |
| According to its long-running tourism slogan,"Virginia Is For" whom? | LOVERS |
| How many prime numbers are there between 1 and 20? | 8 *CORRECT* |
| Officially called the University of Southern California,USC in Los Angeles is sarcastically nicknamed the "University of" what? | SPOILED CHILDREN |
| In which of these occupations would a person likely suffer from the medical condition known as "circadian dysrhythmia"? | FLIGHT ATTENDANT |
| After long struggling with cigarettes,which of these politicians was declared "tobacco free" by his doctor in 2011? | BARACK OBAMA |
| In a 1974 Rolling Stones song,Mick Jagger sings, "I know it's only" what "but I like it"? | ROCK 'N' ROLL |
| In the horror flick "A Nightmare on Elm Street," a frightened teen warns "Whatever you do,don't" do what? | FALL ASLEEP |
| "Your mother was a hamster and your father smelt of elderberries" is a bizarre insult from what funny film? | MONTY PYTHON & THE HOLY GRAIL |
| The site of a big loss for Colonel Cluster,Wyoming's Little Bighorn is which of the following? | A RIVER |
| On average,a healthy person's resting heart rate falls into which of these ranges of "beats per minute"? | 60-100 *CORRECT* |
| Jude Law claims he was named after both a Beatles song and the title character of a novel by whom? | THOMAS HARDY |
| Often served with sushi as a palate cleanser,gari is a type of pickled what? | GINGER |
| According to 19th-century Romantic poet John Keats,what is "a joy for ever?" | A THING OF BEAUTY |
| After nearly 70 days underground,33 men were dramatically rescued in 2010 from a mine in what country? | CHILE |
| The Rosetta stone is a famous ancient artifact that features writing in Egyptian and what other language? | GREEK |
| In which of these comedies does a bratty kid memorably tell Vince Vaughn,"Make me a bicycle,clown!"? | WEDDING CRASHERS |
| On an Italian restaurant menu,which of these dishes would typically be listed under the heading "Zuppa"? | MINESTRONE |
| Films like "Avatar" use what technology,where sensors are placed on an actor's body to record their movements digitally? | PERFORMANCE CAPTURE |
| Icebreakers are ships often used to navigate which of these parts of the world? | ARCTIC OCEAN |
| Which of these numbers is used as a slang term meaning "to get rid of"? | 86 |
| The phrase "long in the tooth" comes from what animal's tendency to have receding gums as it ages? | HORSE |
| Now considered a classic teen comedy,the 1995 film "Clueless" is loosely based on what classic novel? | EMMA |
| An Al Pacino movie and a Metallica album both share what title,borrowed from the Pledge of Allegiance? | ...AND JUSTICE FOR ALL |
| In tennis,a player who has lost a set 6-0 is said to have been what? | BAGELED |
| Generally speaking,which of these U.S. cities is pronounced with a "z" sound by outsiders and an "s" sound by locals? | BOISE |
| Charlie Sheen and Martin Sheen have both starred in critically-acclaimed films set during what U.S. conflict? | VIETNAM WAR |
| DHMO.org is a tongue-in-cheek website that exposes the dangers of dihydrogen monoxide,better known as what? | WATER |
| What classic comedy film is credited with popularizing toga parties on college campuses? | ANIMAL HOUSE |
| In Christianity,who is said to be the guardian of the Pearly Gates,the entranceway to Heaven? | SAINT PETER |
| A historic site since 1982,the Barbizon Hotel was once a residence for young single women in what U.S. city? | NEW YORK |
| Actually a combination of three tunnels,the so-called "Chunnel" runs underwater from England to what country? | FRANCE |
| A renowned musical group, "Pershing's Own" is the official band of what branch of the U.S. armed forces? | ARMY |
| In 1849,mounting debt forced what French author to sell his famed castle,the Chateau de Monte-Cristo? | ALEXANDRE DUMAS |
| The national program of medicare was established during the term of what U.S. president? | LYNDON B. JOHNSON |
| In the classic tearjerker "Beaches," two girls begin their lifelong friendship on a beach in what U.S. state? | NEW JERSEY |
| President Obama's speechwriter Jon Favreau happens to share his name with the writer of what popular film? | SWINGERS |
| If it were an actual pole,the axis around which the Earth spins would pass through what continent? | ANTARCTICA |
| Long before it was a billion dollar industry,what hobby did men such as Thomas Jefferson and Mark Twain enjoy? | SCRAPBOOKING |
| In what year did thousands of baby boomers converge in San Francisco for the so-called "Summer of Love"? | 1967 |
| In the holiday classic "The Twelve Days of Christmas," which of these gifts does the singer receive on the 6th day? | GEESE-A-LAYING |
| Which of the following is often referred to as "chicken scratch"? | ILLEGIBLE HANDWRITING |
| Famous for playing sneering villains,which of these British actors appeared in his first-ever film role at the age of 42? | ALAN RICKMAN |
| When it's not capitalized,which of these men's names is also a term used by con men to refer to an intended victim? | MARK |
| In 1926,Adriano,Marcello,and Bruno Ducati founded a firm today known for manufacturing what? | MOTORCYCLES |
| According to a well-known quote by historian Lord Acton,"Absolute power" does what "absolutely"? | CORRUPTS |
| A common ailment,dyspepsia gets its name from Greek roots meaning "bad" what? | DIGESTION |
| If someone is not familiar with another person,he might say "I don't know him from" whom? | ADAM |
| According to a Benjamin Franklin quotation,nothing is "certain except" what "and taxes"? | DEATH |
| The 2010 documentary "The Tillman Story" explores the death of a U.S. soldier who gave up a career in what? | PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL |
| What was the subject of a 1964 decision in which Justice Potter Stewart wrote, "I know it when I see it"? | OBSCENITY |
| What author is often credited with being the first person to submit a book manuscript written on a typewriter? | MARK TWAIN |
| Like Ronald Reagan,which of these U.S. presidents had the same first and last name initials? | HOOVER |
| Due to its deep and powerful sound,what brass instrument is traditionally the only one of its kind in an orchestra? | TUBA |
| Known for her cosmetics line,international supermodel Iman is the wife of what rock legend? | DAVID BOWIE |
| "Knobby's Quest" is a video game based on what classic children's toy? | ETCH A SKETCH |
| Covering about 3.5 million square miles,which of these deserts is the largest? | SAHARA |
| Which of these golf terms comes from a Latin word meaning "equality"? | PAR |
| The Lhasa apso is a dog originally bred to guard temples and monasteries in what part of the world? | TIBET |
| Which department of the U.S. federal government has the authority to issue passports? | STATE |
| Substituting basketball for battle,the musical Lysistrata Jones is an adaptation of an ancient Greek play by whom? | ARISTOPHANES |
| What imported beer brand is available in "beugel" bottles,notable for their resealable swingtop caps? | GROLSCH |
| Until 1949,regular packs of chocolate M&Ms included which of these colors? | VIOLET |
| The song "Do-Re-Mi" in "The Sound of Music" teaches us that all but which of the following are music syllables? | LO |
| A Boston native,what late night host's sister made her film debut as one of the Eklund sisters in "The Fighter"? | CONAN O' BRIEN |
| In 2011,an actress identified only as "Jane Doe" sued the movie website IMDB.com for revealing her what? | AGE |
| How many calories does a person have to burn to lose one pound of fat? | 3,500 *CORRECT* |
| What retailer's "Angels" models have their own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame? | VICTORIA'S SECRET |
| Which sports position is assessed using a "passer rating" that incorporates "completion percentage" and "yards per attempt"? | QUARTERBACK |
| At birth,Hillary Clinton was given what middle name? | DIANE |
| Which of the following countries could be said to have occidental cuisine? | MEXICO |
| The nickname "Fergie" is shared by both a hip-hop star and a famous ex-royal who holds what title? | DUCHESS OF YORK |
| Greater New York City is often called the "Tri-state area," a term that refers to New York,New Jersey and what third state? | CONNECTICUT |
| A major airport serving what U.S. city is named in honor of mayors William Berry Hartsfield and Maynard Jackson? | ATLANTA |
| Which of these football-related verbs is also the name of a football position? | TACKLE |
| Tattooed on Angelina Jolie's back are the words "Know Your Rights," the title of a 1982 song by what band? | THE CLASH |
| In 2009,what rapper beat Elvis Presley's record for most No.1 albums on the Billboard charts by a solo artist? | JAY-Z |
| In 1903,the International Brotherhood of Teamsters was formed to help persons who did what? | HAULED LOADS |
| Of the 2006 movie "Dreamgirls," what singer once joked,"I'm going to see it with my lawyers"? | DIANA ROSS |
| What airline's official emblem features a traditional Aztec warrior known as an "Eagle Knight"? | AEROMEXICO |
| What is the answer to a groan-inducing math riddle that asks,"Where can you buy a ruler that is three feet long"? | YARD SALE |
| In 2006,Nouri al-Maliki became known worldwide when he assumed what post? | IRAQI PRIME MINISTER |
| Which of these rituals traditionally takes place at an African-American wedding? | JUMPING OVER A BROOM |
| Set in France,what Disney animated film includes a quick cameo of Belle from "Beauty and the Beast"? | THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME |
| Though they move back and forth while budding,mature sunflowers typically face what direction? | EAST |
| In which of these regions are you most likely to encounter a Gila woodpecker in a saguaro? | ARIZONA DESERT |
| In the logo for the office supply company Staples,what letter appears to be formed from a bent staple? | L *CORRECT* |
| Which of these films features an ordinal number in its title? | THE THIRD MAN |
| According to an old saying,a secretive person plays his or her cards "close to the" what? | VEST |
| Footrests are common features on which of these children's toys? | POGO STICKS |
| "Erstwhile" is a fancy word for what adjective? | FORMER |
| The original "Lost in Space" TV series,which debuted in 1965,is set in what "futuristic" year? | 1997 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these foods is often available in both "farmed" and "wild" varieties? | SALMON |
| Foods that are high in fiber contain a complex carbohydrate indigestible to humans called what? | CELLULOSE |
| The Labrador Retriever is a dog breed named after an Eastern region of what country? | CANADA |
| Not surprisingly,which of these countries often ranks lowest on the Reporters Without Borders "Press Freedom Index"? | NORTH KOREA |
| Which of these is not a real movie title? | 28 WEEKS *CORRECT* |
| When Robert Frost famously wrote "It finds the thought and the thought finds the words," he was referring to a what? | POEM |
| What household item is often seen at hunting lodges fashioned from the antlers of deer or elk? | CHANDELIER |
| Silver-studded outfits and wide-brimmed hats are commonly worn by what type of musical groups? | MARIACHI BANDS |
| In musical notation,a set of five horizontal lines and four spaces on which music is written is known as a what? | STAFF |
| In all seriousness,the satirical newspaper The Onion has tried and failed to win what prestigious journalism award? | PULITZER PRIZE |
| As the "Fresh Prince" theme music tells us,Will Smith was born and raised where? | WEST PHILADELPHIA |
| Named for the town's most famous disc-jockey, "Moondog" is a lovable mascot of what city's NBA team? | CLEVELAND |
| Because it's trademarked,which of these coffee drinks is only made by Starbucks? | FRAPPUCCINO |
| With only a 345-foot difference between its highest and lowest points,what is the flattest U.S. state? | FLORIDA |
| In the movie "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," the "king" in the title refers to whom? | ARAGORN |
| Inspired by her real life,what actress created "Happily Divorced," a sitcom about a wife who learns her husband is gay? | FRAN DRESCHER |
| What nation's film industry,called "Nollywood," has in recent years become one of the top movie producers in the world? | NIGERIA |
| A pitfall of cosmetic dentistry,veneered front teeth that are oversized and bright white are known as what? | CHICLET TEETH |
| Because he ostensibly works in the fields all day,what ad icon sports a wide-brimmed hat? | JUAN VALDEZ |
| In 2012,the Girl Scouts marked their 100th anniversary with what new cookie,named for their founder's hometown? | SAVANNAH SMILES |
| In what film does John Travolta memorably discuss a foreign McDonald's burger he calls a "Royale with cheese"? | PULP FICTION |
| John Lennon's 1971 song "Imagine" asks listeners to imagine a world without all but which of these things? | POLITICS |
| Introduced in the 1950s,the ad slogan "It takes a licking and keeps on ticking" was used to sell what product? | WRISTWATCHES |
| What celebrity postponed his wedding to a Swedish actress for fear it would hurt JFK's Presidential campaign? | SAMMY DAVIS JR. |
| Which of these heavy metal bands was named after the title of a Bob Dylan song? | JUDAS PRIEST |
| In Spain,which of these meals is typically taken at 9:00 p.m.? | LA CENA |
| A staple in mob movie meals,"gabagool" is one pronunciation of capicola,a type of Italian what? | CURED MEAT |
| What did humorist Dave Barry once call "a medium-sized rural island that is slowly but steadily consumed by sheep"? | IRELAND |
| What tech company proudly notes that its name is a reference to an ancient gourd that was used to "hold precious things"? | HULU |
| The holiday classics "Jingle Bell Rock" and "Santa Baby" were first recorded in what decade? | 1950'S *CORRECT* |
| Because it's not evergreen,which of the following species would make a terrible Christmas tree? | SILVER MAPLE |
| Which of these rhyming pairs of words are both synonyms for "complain"? | HARP AND CARP |
| In the number 4.231, what digit is in the "hundredths" place? | 3 *CORRECT* |
| Literally meaning "on the iron," "a la plancha" is a Spanish term for what method of cooking? | GRILLING |
| Which of these rocks is known for its ability to produce sparks when it is struck with steel? | FLINT |
| Generally speaking,the difference between a liquor and a liqueur is that a liqueur is what? | SWEETENED |
| In the '80s,Michael Jackson was rumored to sleep in a hyperbaric chamber for its high levels of what gas? | OXYGEN |
| According to U.S. law,what "should never be carried flat or horizontally,but always aloft and free"? | U.S. FLAG |
| Introduced to grocery stores in 1902,Karo is a classic brand of what? | CORN SYRUP |
| Because it lacks a developed sense of smell,the great horned owl is one of the biggest predators of what animal? | SKUNK |
| Which of these kinds of documents gets its name from a Greek word meaning "folded paper"? | DIPLOMA |
| Indigenous to Africa,the graceful impala is a variety of what animal? | ANTELOPE |
| Which of these movies is based on the life of NYPD officer Eddie Egan and his partner Sonny Grosso? | THE FRENCH CONNECTION |
| What type of scientist is commonly referred to as a "prehistorian"? | ARCHAELOGIST |
| Made by heating natural clays,burnt umber is a shade of what color? | BROWN |
| Which of these European "lands" is an island? | IRELAND |
| As seen on tax refunds from the IRS,checks issued by the U.S. Treasure feature what American landmark? | STATUE OF LIBERTY |
| In celebration of its 15th anniversary,"South Park" sold a real-life version of what snack? | CHEESY POOFS |
| Which of these animals is well known for spitting at people and other creatures when it gets agitated? | CAMEL |
| Due to shifts in the Mississippi River,in 2010 Minnesota had to "return" two islands to what neighboring state? | WISCONSIN |
| "The Roaring Twenties" is a well-known nickname for a decade that coincided with what historic period? | THE JAZZ AGE |
| An epigraph to what classic novel features the quotation, "You are all a lost generation"? | THE SUN ALSO RISES |
| Cafe Central is one of many historic coffeehouses in what European city,known for its coffeehouse culture? | VIENNA |
| In 1844,the independent candidate Joseph Smith,Jr. became the first what to run for president? | MORMON |
| What U.S. state's history of mining has earned it the nickname "The Silver State"? | NEVADA |
| Because it can only play one note at a time,which of the following is a monophonic musical instrument? | TRUMPET |
| In the news in 2012,a type of political fundraising group that can raise and spend unlimited money is called a what? | SUPER PAC |
| The "wrap dress" is the signature creation of what high-end fashion designer? | DIANE VON FURSTENBERG |
| Named for the young star who popularized it,"The Bieber" is a style of what? | HAIRCUT |
| In a famous ad campaign in the '80s,what branch of the military wanted you to "be all you can be"? | ARMY |
| Which of these is not a popular Facebook game? | SUBURBVILLE |
| Which of these History network TV series is hosted by the prominent Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass? | CHASING MUMMIES |
| Author Gabriel Garcia Marquez is best known for his masterpiece "One Hundred Years of" what? | SOLITUDE |
| In the U.S.,what liquor is required to be so distilled "as to be without distinctive character,aroma,taste or color"? | VODKA |
| What Pixar animated character has a parent named Coral? | NEMO |
| Commonly known by his nickname "Teddy," U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy had what given first name? | EDWARD |
| The pop singer Fergie has what lesser-known first name? | STACY |
| In which of these films is the director not also the lead actor? | MICHAEL CLAYTON |
| Whcih of these adjectives refers to a legendary English king and not a famous English writer? | ARTHURIAN |
| What classic movie has a lead female character whose real name is revealed to be Lulamae Barnes? | BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S |
| In a nod to its setting,what TV show's theme song is performed by a band called the Scrantones? | THE OFFICE |
| A mere 4.2 light years away,what aptly-named star is our sun's closest neighbor? | PROXIMA CENTAURI |
| Popular in homes in the state for which it's named,an "Arizona Room" is a type of what? | SCREENED-IN PATIO |
| If they were actual members of the U.S. Army,which of these characters would hold the highest rank? | COLONEL SANDERS |
| The house in the background of the painting "American Gothic" stood in the artist's home state of what? | IOWA |
| Since 1911,which of these states has proudly featured a "Butter Cow" at its annual State Fair? | IOWA |
| Sampling the soul classic "Try a Little Tenderness," a 2011 song by rappers Jay-Z and Kanye West is named what? | OTIS |
| Anyone who has read "Wuthering Heights" should know that the word "wuthering" means what? | WINDY |
| Which of these coffee shop orders requires the least preparation,simply adding water to espresso? | AMERICANO |
| Which of these fractions can be further reduced? | 4/8 *CORRECT* |
| What is the title of the classic American song that famously begins, "Way down upon the Swanee River"? | OLD FOLKS AT HOME |
| Best known for her political website "The Huffington Post," Arianna Huffington hails from what country? | GREECE |
| What animal appears on a pro-vegetarian PETA sticker that reads "I Am Not a Nugget"? | CHICKEN |
| It is often said about what Hollywood legend that she did everything her partner did,only "backwards and in high heels"? | GINGER ROGERS |
| In 2011,a national poll found that only 51 percent of Republicans knew that GOP stands for what? | GRAND OLD PARTY |
| The Congress member who officially assists a majority or minority leader has what violent-sounding title? | WHIP |
| To avoid confusion with a prominent city,what state's tourism department advertises itself as "The State"? | WASHINGTON |
| "The Foie Gras Wars" is a 2009 book that features what type of animal on the cover? | DUCK |
| In a well-known PSA, "Take a bite out of crime" is the motto of what trench coat-wearing "Crime Dog"? | MCGRUFF |
| Often "played" by car horns,the classic Mexican folk song "La Cucaracha" tells the story of a type of what? | INSECT |
| "As far back as I can remember,I always wanted to be a gangster," is heard near the start of what Scorsese film? | GOODFELLAS |
| In the 1960s,the FBI conducted an investigation into the unintelligible lyrics of what popular song? | LOUIE LOUIE |
| What is the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist in their natural habitat? | FLORIDA EVERGLADES |
| Known for its bright colors,the gerbera is a type of what flower? | DAISY |
| Which of these animals can produce upwards of 500 offspring in a single year? | COCKROACH |
| What fast food franchise offers "Stackers" that allow customers to double,triple,or quadruple their burgers? | BURGER KING |
| What phrase is often used to describe government projects that are prepared to hire new workers right away? | SHOVEL-READY |
| In the film "Back To The Future," Marty McFly performs what song at his parents' high school dance? | JOHNNY B. GOODE |
| Which of these fashion houses is named after its founder's first name and not his last name? | VALENTINO |
| Often used to make shawls,pashmina is woven from the soft wool of what animals? | GOATS |
| In the novel "Twilight," Edward and Bella attend Forks High School,located in what U.S. state? | WASHINGTON |
| President Bush gave his famous "Mission Accomplished" speech in 2003 aboard what aircraft carrier? | ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
| The word for "handcuffs" is the same as the word for "wives" in what language? | SPANISH |
| Which of these numbers is considered an improper fraction? | 3/2 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these Disney characters is typically drawn wearing only a collar? | PLUTO |
| Originally,a "pound cake" recipe called for a pound of butter plus a pound of all but which of the following? | SALT |
| Ten years before Lindsay Lohan faced similar charges,what actress was arrested for shoplifting from Saks in 2001? | WINONA RYDER |
| What carmaker's iconic "911" sports coupe has been in continuous production since 1963? | PORSCHE |
| Which of these newspapers features distinctive portraits called "dot-drawings" instead of actual photos? | THE WALL STREET JOURNAL |
| Adapted from a children's book,Jim Carrey plays a businessman who inherits pets in the movie "Mr.Popper's" what? | PENGUINS |
| "Boffo" and "whammo" are two examples of the distinctive slang of what trade magazine? | VARIETY |
| Though there are certainly more,a famous George Carlin bit lists how many "words you can never say on television"? | 7 *CORRECT* |
| Attempting to liken the phone to a newborn baby,the engineer who sent the first text message in the U.S. wrote what? | BURP |
| For seven seasons,TV's "Gilmore Girls" featured a fast-talking mother and daughter who shared what name? | LORELAI |
| Known as the "High Priestess of Soul," what singer is the subject of the 1992 autobiography "I Put a Spell on You"? | NINA SIMONE |
| An earthquake measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale is how many times greater in magnitude than one measuring 5.0? | 100 *CORRECT* |
| When a 1968 football game ended in a tie,the Harvard Crimson newspaper ran what famous headline? | HARVARD BEATS YALE 29-29 |
| With one degree equaling one gram of sucrose,the Brix scale can be used to measure what aspect of a food? | ITS SWEETNESS |
| "Heteropaternal superfecundation" is the technical term to describe twins who have what? | DIFFERENT FATHERS |
| Because it was built for him,the prominent White House balcony overlooking the South Lawn is known as the what? | TRUMAN BALCONY |
| What season includes three consecutive months that are also popular female names? | SPRING |
| The name of Oregon's capital city can be found embedded within the name of which of these world cities? | JERUSALEM |
| According to their '80s heavy metal anthem,the Scorpions want to "Rock You Like a" what? | HURRICANE |
| The punny 1966 Time Magazine headline "Truman's Compote" combines an author's name and a type of what? | DESSERT |
| The term "banana republic" originally referred to small,politically unstable countries in what part of the world? | CENTRAL AMERICA |
| Located near the root of hair follicles,the arrector pili muscle is responsible for what bodily phenomenon? | GOOSEBUMPS |
| In England,which of these common police detective duties is known as an "identity parade"? | POLICE LINEUP |
| When used as a verb,the name of what vital organ becomes a word meaning "to tolerate"? | STOMACH |
| By definition,a holographic will is which of the following? | HANDWRITTEN |
| In baseball lingo,which of the following is known as a "tater"? | HOME RUN |
| People who generate their own electricity or go without it are said to live how? | OFF THE GRID |
| According to Greek myth,King Midas had the power to turn everything he touched into what? | GOLD |
| What is the technical term for a word or phrase in a Twitter post that is preceded by a "#" symbol? | HASHTAG |
| The art of trimming shrubs and trees into sculpture-like shapes is known as what? | TOPIARY |
| Colorado's Tour de Cure,which raises money for diabetes research,features what type of athletic event? | BICYCLE RACE |
| Boasting more than 70% of the state's people,which of the Hawaiian Islands is the most populated? | OAHU |
| Due to its low rate of obesity,what state is consistently labeled the "skinniest" in the U.S.? | COLORADO |
| Though a silvery-white medal,what chemical element lends its name to a deep shade of blue? | COBALT |
| The TLC reality series "Sister Wives" has been described as a real-life version of what cable drama series? | BIG LOVE |
| What oil-rich Western nation joined four Middle East nations to found OPEC in 1960? | VENEZUELA |
| Cartoon character SpongeBob SquarePants has what distinctive physical characteristic? | BUCKTEETH |
| What presidential appointee is charged with arguing cases on behalf of the U.S. in the Supreme Court? | SOLICITOR GENERAL |
| According to the lyrics of his 1973 hit song,Jim Croce wishes he "could save" what "in a bottle"? | TIME |
| The name of a song from the popular musical "The Sound of Music," edelweiss is a type of what? | FLOWER |
| Kauai's Mount Makana is better known as "Bali Ha' "i" because a scene from what movie was filmed there? | SOUTH PACIFIC |
| Which of these words derives from the belief that mental illness is influenced by the moon? | LUNATIC |
| In an emergency,which procedure can be performed with little more than a razor blade and a ballpoint pen? | TRACHEOTOMY |
| The Euphrates river runs through which of these countries? | IRAQ |
| The aptly named town of Thermopolis,Wyoming boasts that it is home to the world's largest what? | MINERAL HOT SPRING |
| A device some people fear will accidentally create a black hole,the Large Hadron Collider is a what? | PARTICLE ACCELERATOR |
| A person can drink red wine by the Red Sea on the coast of Egypt and white wine by the White Sea on the coast of what? | RUSSIA |
| The Clara Barton National Historic Site was both her home and an early headquarters for what organization? | AMERICAN RED CROSS |
| Seen on certain notorious celebrities,a SCRAM bracelet alerts authorities when the wearer does what? | DRINKS ALCOHOL |
| A key plot point in "The Social Network," the exclusive frat-like clubs at Harvard University are called what? | FINAL CLUBS |
| Though the amount is no longer in U.S. circulation,the classic game of monopoly comes with bills in what denomination? | $500 *CORRECT* |
| Launched in 1993,Miu Miu is an offshoot of what upscale fashion label? | PRADA |
| Which of these body parts is not normally treated by an otolaryngologist? | EYE |
| According to the intro of a classic 1950s TV series,who fights "for truth,justice,and the American way"? | SUPERMAN |
| What natural occurrences are the subjects of the children's book "Flash,Crash, Rumble and Roll"? | THUNDERSTORMS |
| In its logo,the fast food chain Wendy's described its hamburgers as what? | OLD FASHIONED |
| Perhaps to the chagrin of his female fans,in which of these movies does Brad Pitt not bare his backside? | INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE |
| Regular brushing and flossing of the teeth are recommended measures for preventing what? | GINGIVITIS |
| What piece of sporting equipment is colloquially known as a "pigskin"? | FOOTBALL |
| The tick bites that cause Lyme disease typically form a reddish rash with what distinctive shape? | BULL'S-EYE |
| What filmmaking icon has received the most Academy Awards,with twenty-six? | WALT DISNEY |
| The T-Birds,the Pink Ladies,and the Scorpions are all high school cliques in what movie musical? | GREASE |
| Played by Brendan Fraser in a 1999 movie,Dudley Do-Right is a cartoon character with what unusual day job? | CANADIAN MOUNTIE |
| Bosco chocolate syrup was used to simulate blood in which of these classic horror films? | PSYCHO |
| The drug morphine is named after Morpheus,the Roman god of what? | DREAMS |
| In which of these sports would a player most likely use a "sky hook"? | BASKETBALL |
| Peddled by a charismatic infomercial pitchman,the ShamWow! is primarily used for which of these tasks? | CLEANING UP LIQUIDS |
| To celebrate his 85th birthday,what did George H.W. Bush do while strapped to a U.S. Army Sergeant? | SKYDIVE |
| Because it has the lowest boiling point of any substance,what element is used as a cooling agent in MRIs? | HELIUM |
| In 2004,what agency got thousands of complaints about Janet Jackson's halftime performance at the Super Bowl? | FCC *CORRECT* |
| Published in 2004,"No Woman No Cry" is the memoir of what legendary singer's widow? | BOB MARLEY |
| Replacing the long-standing "food pyramid," in 2011 what government agency introduced their "MyPlate" nutrition guide? | USDA *CORRECT* |
| In 2010,what country saw its first official state visit by a pope since breaking with the Vatican in 1534? | ENGLAND |
| Which of these classic fairy tales does not feature a wicked stepmother? | LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD |
| What Lady Gaga song features the memorable refrain, "Rah rah ah-ah-ah,Ro-mah ro-mah-mah,Gaga ooh-la-la"? | BAD ROMANCE |
| A medicine man named Ketut Liyer is now a popular tourist attraction in Bali thanks to his appearance in what memoir? | EAT,PRAY,LOVE |
| In 1955,the novel "The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant" was turned into a Broadway musical with what title? | DAMN YANKEES |
| In 1960,Mattel introduced a popular "talking" doll named what? | CHATTY CATHY |
| Which of these cartoon characters is usually squinting? | MR.MAGOO |
| Fittingly,the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library displays the typewriter used to write what classic novel? | GONE WITH THE WIND |
| If tripe is on the menu for dinner,which of the following might you have the pleasure of eating? | COW STOMACH |
| In 1984,Huey Lewis sued Ray Parker,Jr.,claiming his theme song for "Ghostbusters" was a rip-off of which hit? | I WANT A NEW DRUG |
| Popular during the Depression and making a comeback,which of these describes a type of installment purchase plan? | LAYAWAY |
| The name of what basic component in nature is derived from a Greek term meaning "indivisible"? | ATOM |
| In 2011,what animal-centric film released a straight-to-DVD prequel subtitled "The Puppy Years"? | MARLEY & ME |
| The 1990 film that made Julia Roberts a superstar takes its name from the title of what Roy Orbison song? | OH,PRETTY WOMAN |
| In an early celebrity endorsement,which of these famous women promoted her own line of luggage? | AMELIA EARHART |
| What was the world's tallest man-made structure for over 43 centuries? | PYRAMID AT GIZA |
| Before becoming a famous actor,who won a televised contest naming him "America's Toughest Bouncer"? | MR. T |
| A psychiatric disorder in which a person falsely believes their spouse to be unfaithful goes by what apt name? | OTHELLO SYNDROME |
| Before LL Cool J did the honors in 2012,which of these awards shows had gone without a host for 7 years? | GRAMMYS |
| Which of these nautical terms refers to the rear part of a ship? | STERN |
| Practiced by samurai in feudal Japan,tessenjutsu is a martial art utilizing what seemingly feminine item as a weapon? | FAN |
| What Las Vegas Strip casino was built by famed mobster Bugsy Siegel in the 1940s? | FLAMINGO |
| A person who gets upset over something that's not really so shocking is often said to be "clutching their" what? | PEARLS |
| Jeff Lewis,host of the reality series "Flipping Out," has what main occupation? | REAL ESTATE INVESTOR |
| Which of these '80s movies did not star both "Coreys," Haim and Feldman? | LUCAS |
| Shirt sleeves that are fastened with cuff links instead of buttons have what kind of "cuffs"? | FRENCH |
| Due in part to the city of Hershey,what U.S. state is the country's leading producer of chocolate? | PENNSYLVANIA |
| What number-named candy bar was originally sold in multiple pieces,but was later joined into one delicious piece? | 3 MUSKETEERS |
| What is the name for the youngest members of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.? | DAISIES |
| Which of these pro baseball teams fittingly plays its home games in a stadium named for a beer company? | MILWAUKEE BREWERS |
| Which of these foreign automobile brands translates as "the people's car" in its country of origin? | VOLKSWAGEN |
| The philosophical issue of "determinism" is devoted to questioning whether humans are born with what? | FREE WILL |
| Often served with gravy,steak that's been coated with flour and deep fried is known by which of the following? | CHICKEN-FRIED STEAK |
| Dresses whose hemlines are short in front but long in back are known by what hair-inspired term? | MULLET DRESS |
| "Stay Puft" is a brand of marshmallows inspired by what '80s film? | GHOSTBUSTERS |
| New England barn owners know that mixing ferric oxide with linseed oil,lime and milk creates what color paint? | RED |
| In the board game Risk,what continent has the most territories for a player to occupy? | ASIA |
| An important characteristic of motor oil,viscosity is the ability of a liquid to resist what? | FLOWING |
| On his past troubles,who admitted to Leno on a 2011 "Tonight Show" appearance, "I realized I was pretty much LOSING"? | CHARLIE SHEEN |
| Ballerina Sarah Lane made headlines by claiming that Natalie Portman only did 5 percent of the dancing in what film? | BLACK SWAN |
| Cerulean is a shade of what color? | BLUE |
| In 1902,nine motor clubs merged to form a nonprofit organization currently known by what name? | AAA *CORRECT* |
| A likely expert on the Loch Ness monster and the Abominable Snowman,a cryptozoologist studies what? | LEGENDARY CREATURES |
| The card game canasta shares its name with a Spanish word meaning what? | BASKET |
| In 2010,what right-wing pundit started TheBlaze.com,his own conservative news website? | GLENN BECK |
| Ironically,the initials of the Miss America Organization form the name of a former leader of what Communist nation? | CHINA |
| Which of these popular candy bars is not normally covered in chocolate? | PAYDAY |
| A skeleton's gender can be determined by looking at the curvature on the sciatic notch,an area on what bone? | HIPBONE |
| In the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel,"The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay," who are Kavalier and Clay? | COMIC BOOK ARTISTS |
| Which of these Hollywood disaster movies features an African-American president? | DEEP IMPACT |
| A workplace faux pas if done accidentally,what email function sends an "email blast" to a large group? | REPLY ALL |
| Often a topic in the world of yoga,what is a "chakra"? | AN ENERGY ZONE IN THE BODY |
| In 79 A.D., what major catastrophe resulted in the burial of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum? | VOLCANIC ERUPTION |
| Payola is a type of illegal payment typically associated with what industry? | RADIO |
| In the 1997 movie "My Best Friend's Wedding," who plays the titular "best friend"? | DERMOT MULRONEY |
| Premiering in 1997,what TV series was the first one-hour drama ever produced by HBO? | OZ |
| Fela kuti is credited with creating what genre of "world music"? | AFROBEAT |
| What artist is known for his groundbreaking "drip" method of painting? | JACKSON POLLOCK |
ROUND 2 ANSWER CHART
| WW2BAM - ROUND 2 - QUESTIONS | ANSWER |
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| Which of the music on the epic 1982 album "Thriller" was recorded by members of what 80s group? | TOTO |
| A rare example of a word that rhymes with orange, Blorenge is a what? | MOUNTAIN IN WALES |
| In one of the shortest Oscar speeches on record, what stunned actor merely said, "It's my privilege, thank you." | JOE PESCI |
| Dim sum, a meal of varied dishes originating in Chinese, translates loosely into English as "a little bit of" what? | HEART |
| Baby Ruth's creator claimed his candy bar was named not for a ball player, but for what President's daughter? | GROVER CLEVELAND |
| Henry James famously remarked that "the two most beautiful words in the English language" are what? | SUMMER AFTERNOON |
| While the winner of the Kentucky derby is draped in red roses, the Belmont stakes winner receives a garland of what? | WHITE CARNATIONS |
| The inscription "Pass and Stow," appears on which of these US landmarks? | LIBERTY BELL |
| The "Pua alohalo" is Hawaii's official state what? | FLOWER |
| What song's famous melody was written in 1893 by sisters Patty and Mildred Hill? | HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU |
| Under President Ford, 34 year old Dick Cheney became the youngest man to hold what position? | WHITE HOUSE CHIEF OF STAFF |
| With perhaps most churches per capita in the U.S., what city is known as the "Protestant Vatican?" | NASHVILLE |
| What extremely tall author once used the pen name John Lange, a German surnamed meaning "long?" | MICHAEL CRICHTON |
| Born with the less cool-sounding name Walter, which of these actors prefers to go by his middle name? | BRUCE WILLIS |
| In Egyptian mythology, a criosphinx is a figure that has the body of a lion and the head of a what? | RAM |
| The first X-ray photograph taken of the human body was an image of the hand of what scientist's wife? | WILHEM ROENTGEN |
| Aristotle wrote that what animal, though immune from other illnesses, is occasionally subject to "flatulency"? | ELEPHANT |
| If you suffer from sideromophobia, which of these company's vehicles would scare you the most? | AMTRACK |
| According to the Population Reference Bureau, about how many people have ever lived on earth? | 100 BILLION |
| Since 1978, "Yankee Doodle" has been the official has been the official song of what U.S. state? | Connecticut |
| Which of these words meaning "disaster" is also the name of a straw-colored wine often used for chianti? | FIASCO |
| Played at Wimbledon in 2010, the longest match in tennis history lasted how long? | 11 HOURS, 5 MIN |
| What is the first name of blues guitar legend B.B. King? | RILEY |
| Which of these countries remained officially neutral during both WWI and WWII? | SWEDEN |
| The highest point on earth, Mt Everest's peak lies approximately how many feet above sea level? | 5.5 (CORRECT) |
| In "E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial," the mischievous alien gets snockered drinking what brand of beer? | COORS |
| According to legend, what historical figure died of a nosebleed on his wedding night? | ATTILA THE HUN |
| For the 2005 film "Guess Who?" a reported 100,000 dollars was spent to digitally remove Ashton Kucher's what? | KABBALAH BRACELET |
| What is the actual line of dialogue in "Casablanca"that is often misquoted as "Play it again, Sam"? | "PLAY IT, SAM." |
| In Slumdog Millionaire, Jamal wins the 20 million rupees top prize, which is how much in US dollars at the film's debut? | 405,000 *CORRECT* |
| A 2010 study by IBM on "commuter pain" revealed which of these cities has the most painful commute? | BEIJING |
| George Washington had numerous pets and dogs, including two not-presidential names? | DRUNKARD AND TIPSEY |
| Coined in recent years, the term "ludology" often refers to the academic study of what? | VIDEO GAMES |
| Thanks to its surging high-tech sector, what city did Forbes rank as "America's Most Wired" in 2010? | RALEIGH, NC |
| "Roux-en-Y" is a common type of surgery primarily aimed at achieving what result? | WEIGHT LOSS |
| If you say, "It's the greatest thing since sliced bread," you are paying a compliment to whose invention? | OTTO ROHWEDDER |
| In "Good Will Hunting," Will first solves a difficult equation attributed to what mathematician? | JOSEPH FOURIER |
| Poison ivy belongs to a diverse botanical family that also includes the cashew and what tropical fruit? | MANGO |
| The title of the 2009 film "Drive Angry 3D" is taken from "Don't Drive Angry!," a line Bill Murray says in what movie? | GROUNDHOG DAY |
| Before a British family adopted him, kids lit Paddington Bear lived in Peru and had what name? | PASTUSO |
| Which of these ancient Greek philosophers first wrote about the lost civilization of Atlantis? | PLATO |
| Common on American Idol, a "run," or singing one syllable across many notes, has what technical term? | MELISMA |
| What poker hand is known as "Dead Man's Hand?" | TWO ACES AND TWO EIGHTS |
| The Leaning Tower of Pisa leans in what direction? | SOUTH |
| The word "school" is derived from a Greek word that had what original meaning? | LEISURE |
| Prized for their distinctive flavor, vanilla beans are the fruit of a rare type of what flower? | ORCHIDS |
| According to Crayola, which of these products will help remove crayon stains from washable clothing? | WD-40 *CORRECT* |
| Which one of these events happened in the 80s and not the 70s? | SALLY RIDE GOES TO SPACE |
| By definition, an ecdysiast has what unusual job? | EXOTIC DANCER |
| During their historic first flight at Kitty Hawk, the Wright brothers' plane traveled about how far? | 120 FEET |
| Despite their similar names, John Luther Adams and John Coolidge Adams are two very different modern what? | COMPOSERS |
| Which of these famous Americans was a founding member of the ACLU? | HELEN KELLER |
| Which of these Olympic events would most likely be performed by a toxophilite? | ARCHERY |
| Founded in 1964, the restaurant Benihana takes its name from a Japanese phrase meaning what? | RED FLOWER |
| To maximize his time, what famous thinker allegedly only took short naps throughout each 24-hour period? | LEONARDO DA VINCI |
| Known for his reckless spending, what movie star once paid $276,000 for a dinosaur skull? | NICHOLAS CAGE |
| In which of these countries do motorists usually drive on the right-hand side of the street? | BRAZIL |
| On Sesame Street, the feathers on the big bird costume, excluding the tail, are from what bird? | TURKEY |
| In Stephen Spielburg's 1982 classic, E.T. watches a love scene from what film? | THE QUIET MAN |
| What explorer, who landed on the Australian coast in 1770, was the first to record the word "kangaroo"? | JAMES COOK |
| The mascot of Columbian coffee growers, and icon Juan Valdez is flanked by a trusty mule named what? | CONCHITA |
| In Cervantes, "Don Quixote" becomes delusional after doing what? | READING TOO MANY BOOKS |
| "Tarzan" means what in ape language? | WHITE SKIN |
| In which movie does Arnold Schwarzneggar not repeat his Terminator catchphrase "I'll be back"? | PREDATOR |
| What country's capital city has a name that means "capital" in its native tongue? | SOUTH KOREA |
| In the popular folk song, "Alouette," what type of bird is being prepared for a meal? | LARK |
| During the Titanic disaster, what nearby ship was accused of ignoring its distress signals? | CALIFORNIAN |
| Issued in 1787, the U.S. government's first official coin was a penny featuring which of these mottos? | MIND YOUR BUSINESS |
| The children's modeling clay Play-Doh was originally invented in 1933 for use as a what? | WALLPAPER CLEANER |
| In 1944, frustrated Congressman Maury Maverick coined what word for Washington jargon? | GOBBLEDYGOOK |
| In "The Shankshaw Redemption," Andy Dufresne is punished for playing what opera on the prison loudspeakers? | THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO |
| Like Barack Obama, which of these U.S. presidents penned a #1 NY Times bestseller before taking office? | DWIGHT D. EISENHAUER |
| Which First Lady was a ninth-generation descendant of Pocahantas? | EDITH WILSON |
| The Sony Walkman was originally marketed in the U.S. under what name? | SOUNDABOUT |
| What is the International radio signal for an emergency not quite as severe as "Mayday"? | PAN-PAN |
| Which author's first and only novel was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in fiction? | HARPER LEE |
| Which of these common foods was unknown in Europe prior to the discovery of the New World? | POTATOES |
| What age was Rosa Parks when she refused to give up her seat on the bus in 1955? | 42 *CORRECT* |
| What is the only country in the world in which the head of state is a grand duke? | LUXEMBOURG |
| What real U.S. politician tells the Joker "We're not intimidated by thugs," in the movie "The Dark Knight"? | PATRICK LEAHY |
| Which of these states has never had a governor who later became a U.S. president? | ILLINOIS |
| Produced by Thomas Edison, the earliest surviving copyrighted movie depicts a man doing what? | SNEEZING |
| The symbol for a popular Japanese beer, the kirin closely resembles what mythical creature? | UNICORN |
| Huge in the 1700s, what wine was used to toast the signing of the Declaration of Independence? | MADEIRA |
| In Rudyard Kipling's poem "Gunga Din," Gunga Din works for the British army as a what? | WATER BOY |
| In 1939, what car company unveiled the "Hydra-matic Drive," the first fully automated transmission? | OLDSMOBILE |
| Named for a Greek word meaning "not intoxicating," what gem was once thought to prevent drunkenness? | AMETHYST |
| Which of these celebrities is not a twin? | JESSICA ALBA |
| What TV couple resided at 623 East 68th Street in New York City? | LUCY AND RICKY RICARDO |
| Which of these food items was not featured in the first ever Swanson TV dinner? | CHOCOLATE BROWNIE |
| Which of these ancient Greek philosophers first wrote about the lost colony of Atlantis? | PLATO |
| What country has the world's most vending machines per capita, about one for every 23 people? | JAPAN |
| In the popcorn industry, what term is used to refer to kernels that don't pop? | OLD MAIDS |
| What movie icon's body was buried under six feet of concrete after it was stolen and recovered in 1978? | CHARLIE CHAPLIN |
| On the human hand, which of these fingernails typically grows the fastest? | THE MIDDLE FINGER NAIL |
| All but which of these classic sitcoms was based on a similarly successful TV series in England? | TAXI |
| Forty times longer than the U.S. Constitution, what state's constitution is the longest in the world? | ALABAMA |
| Which of these is not a name given by astronomers to a geographical location of the Moon? | OCEAN OF GLASS |
| Marc Cherry titles most of his "Desperate Housewives" episodes after songs by whom? | STEPHEN SONDHEIM |
| Later popularized in the Batman comics, "Gotham" was first a NYC term coined by what author? | WASHINGTON IRVING |
| Which of these 80s movies never spawned an animated television series? | CROCODILE DUNDEE |
| The only item that William Shakespeare left his wife Anne in his will was his "second-best" what? | BED |
| In the Rolling Stones iconic "Tongue and Lip Design" logo, how many teeth are visible? | 4 *CORRECT* |
| Every one of Nadya Suleman's octuplets has what name? | ANGEL |
| According to the Japanese toy company Sanrio, what is Hello Kitty's full name? | KITTY WHITE |
| Named after her father, what best-selling author was born with the unusual name Howard Allen O'Brien? | ANNE RICE |
| Gangster John Dillinger was shot outside Chicago's Biograph Theater after watching what film? | MANHATTAN MELODRAMA |
| Because fast food chains are banned by law there, which of these islands is not home to a McDonald's? | BERMUDA |
| Which of these founding fathers was known to be an occasional vegetarian? | BENJAMIN FRANKLIN |
| While about 90% of the atoms in the universe are hydrogen, the remaining 10% are mostly all what? | HELIUM |
| In 1962, John Glenn became the first American to eat in space when he ate what food out of a tube? | APPLESAUCE |
| What great thinker allegedly died from stuffing snow into a chicken for an experiment on refrigeration? | FRANCIS BACON |
| What state has voted for the winning candidate in 24 of the last 25 presidential elections? | NEVADA |
| Before becoming a novelist, what man came up with the ad slogan, "I'm a Toys R Us Kid"? | JAMES PATTERSON |
| What European capital's airport is named in honor of its famous resident,composer Frederic Chopin? | WARSAW |
| Celebrated on the first day of May, Primero De Mayo is the Mexican equivalent of what U.S. holiday? | LABOR DAY |
| In order to win a bet, what historical female once allegedly dissolved a pearl in vinegar and drank it? | CLEOPATRA |
| "Tik Tok," a chart-topping hit by Ke$ha, is also the name of a character in the work of what children's author? | L. FRANK BAUM |
| What European capital's airport is named in honor of its famous resident, composer Frederick Chopin? | WARSAW |
| Before changing it to "Yesterday",Paul McCartney's beloved 1965 song originally began with what odd lyric? | SCRAMBLED EGGS |
| In a landmark 1993 issue of "Superman",the Man of Steel dies after a titanic battle with what supervillain? | DOOMSDAY |
| Known for ubiquitous signs and free ice water, Wall Drug is a famously kitschy tourist trap in what state? | SOUTH DAKOTA |
| Which of these is the name of a bakery that has been an official Girl Scout cookie producer since 1939? | ABC BAKERS |
| In January 1995, who became the first celebrity to appear in the well-known "Milk-mustache" ad campaign? | NAOMI CAMPBELL |
| In a landmark 1993 issue of Superman, the Man of Steel dies after a titanic battle with what supervillain? | DOOMSDAY |
| "You be careful out among them English" is the last line from what film? | WITNESS |
| Known only by her headgear, what never-identified woman was seen taking pictures at JFK's fatal motorcade? | BABUSHKA LADY |
| Which of these novelty items makes use of a technological process called microencapsulation? | SCRATCH AND SNIFF STICKER |
| What famous piece of classical music is memorably featured in the 1980 film "Ordinary People"? | PACHEBEL's CANON |
| The well-known phrase "a clear and present danger" was coined in 1919 by which of the following? | SUPREME COURT JUSTICE |
| Though most trees have a layer of cork bark, most of the world's supply of cork comes from what? | OAK |
| The popular surfing expression "Cowabunga"originated on which of these TV shows? | THE HOWDY DOODY SHOW |
| What famous wit reputedly said on his deathbed, "Either that wallpaper goes or I do?" | OSCAR WILDE |
| What is the first name of the Star Trek character often referred to by Captain Cook as Mr. Sulu/ | HIKARU |
| Made by Corning, the hard, scratch-resistant glass found on countless tablets and smartphones is called what? | GORILLA GLASS |
| Originally called "Cadabra," what country changed its name after someone misheard it as "cadaver?" | AMAZON.COM |
| At just 21, who was the youngest woman ever to receive an Oscar for Best Actress? | MARLEE MATLIN |
| With a total of eight born there, what state has produced more U.S. presidents than any other? | VIRGINIA |
| The late rapper Tupac Shukar was named after Tupac Amaru II, an 18th century revolutionary in what country? | PERU |
| As Scar in "The Lion King," Jeremy Irons repeats what famous line from "Reversal of Fortune"? | "YOU HAVE NO IDEA." |
| After the Wright brothers' historic flight, how long did it take for man to walk on the moon? | 66 YEARS |
| What beer's label features the phrase "Anno 1366," referring to the year it was first allegedly brewed? | STELLA ARTOIS |
| Which of these classic works of literature features the first known use of the word "Satanic"? | PARADISE LOST |
| Which of these exotic islands is known to locals as Rapa Nui? | EASTER ISLAND |
| What Central American country was named by Columbus after the Spanish word for "depths"? | HONDURAS |
| A rare example of a word that rhymes with "orange," the Blorenge is a what? | MOUNTAIN IN WALES |
| Though she would later don countless outfits, the first Barbie doll, sold in 1959, was wearing what? | ZEBRA STRIPED SWIMSUIT |
| Which of these famous plays ends with a woman blowing out candles? | A GLASS MANAGERIE |
| Though most famous for other endeavors, which businessman is known for inventing the charcoal briquette? | HENRY FORD |
| "Red Vineyard at Arles" is believed to be the only painting sold by what artist during his lifetime? | VINCENT VAN GOGH |
| The subject of Richard Wagner's famous composition "Ride of the Valkyries," a Valkyry is a what? | NORSE HANDMAIDEN |
| The Cabinet member who is last in the presidential line of succession is the Secretary of what? | HOMELAND SECURITY |
| Because its spelling was not firmly established at the time, what word is misspelled on the Liberty Bell? | PENNSYLVANIA |
| The fictional Columbian town of Macondo is the setting of which of these classic novels? | ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE |
| What was the occupation of Edward A. Murphy, Jr, the supposed namesake of "Murphy's Law"? | ENGINEER |
| The bikini takes its name from the Bikini Atoll, a coral formation located in what Pacific Island group? | MARSHALL ISLANDS |
| In 1997, the idea for Netflix was hatched when its founder was charged a $40 later fee on what movie rental? | APOLLO 13 |
| What is the rough translation of "buzkashi," the name of a popular sport in Afghanistan? | GOAT-GRABBING |
| What famous thinker is credited with inventing the cat flap, a small hole in a door pets use to enter and exit? | ISAAC NEWTON |
| In 1925, dogsledders in Alaska mushed 700 miles to deliver a serum that halted an outbreak of what disease? | DIPTHERIA |
| What U.S. president reportedly once hosted a seance in the White House to ask the spirits for political advice? | ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
| In 1667, the Dutch traded Manhattan for the tiny Indonesian island of Run, valuable for its abundance of what spice? | NUTMEG |
| In the therapy scene in "Austin Powers," Dr. Evil makes all but which of the following claims about his childhood? | HE COLLECTED ABNORMAL RODENTS |
| Coveted for its flavor and relatively healthy fat content, wagyu is a variety of what type of meat? | BEEF |
| Which of these does not complete a real title in the "Chicken Soup" series of inspirational books? | FOR THE SQUARE DANCER'S SOUL |
| Retail giant Richard Sears began his career in 1886 when he started a company that sold what? | WATCHES |
| Born Marguerite Johnson, what writer adopted her professional name while a dancer at cabaret? | MAYA ANGELOU |
| Who is Oscar Zoroaster Phadrig Isaac Norman Henkle Immanuel Ambrose Diggs? | THE WIZARD OF OZ |
| In 1985, David Letterman aired his Top Ten list, "Top Ten Things That Almost Rhyme With" what? | PEAS |
| Which of these science fiction authors is credited with the invention of the word "robotics"? | ISAAC ASIMOV |
| The events described in the classic novel "Catcher in the Rye" take place over how many days? | 3 *CORRECT* |
| Bluetooth, a wireless technology used to link mobile devices, is named for a former king of what country? | DENMARK |
| What writer coined the term "atomic bomb" approximately thirty years before its invention? | H.G. WELLS |
| What state can boast that it has produced the most Miss America Pageant winners? | TEXAS |
| In an early screen role, what actor played "Hold Up Man" in the 1988 comedy "Coming to America"? | SAMUEL L. JACKSON |
| After Ronald Reagan was shot in 1981, what boxer did he quote when he said, "Honey, I forgot to duck"? | JACK DEMPSEY |
| Allegedly the monthly cost of a baby in 1989, what did Maggie originally "scan" in at the opening of "The Simpsons"? | $847.63 *CORRECT* |
| What would be the title of "Thelma and Louise" if the characters' last names replaced their first names? | DICKINSON AND SAWYER |
| Deltiology is the study of collecting what everyday object? | POSTCARDS |
| Which of these materials is used by Tibetan Buddhhists to construct circular diagrams called mandalas? | SAND |
| Influenza was named in the 15th century by Italians who believed it was caused by the influence of what? | STARS AND PLANETS |
| "Red Vineyard at Arles" is believed to be the only painting sold by what artist during his lifetime? | VINCENT VAN GOGH |
| Which of these words cannot be turned into its own opposite by replacing "less" with "ful"? | WIRELESS |
| Which of these classic novels was published when the author was only 20 years old? | FRANKENSTEIN |
| In 1999, Al Gore famously said, "I took the initiative in creating the Internet" to what journalist? | WOLF BLITZER |
| Like TV's "Lost," which of these movies features a fictional airliner called "Oceanic"? | EXECUTIVE DECISION |
| Written by Joe David Brown, the novel "Addie Pray" was adapted into what critically acclaimed 1973 film? | PAPER MOON |
| Long before "Clash of the Titans," whose 1870 novel made mention of the mythical creature kraken? | JULES VERNE |
| Registered in 1870, which of these advertising icons is the oldest U.S. food trademark still in use today? | UNDERWOOD DEVIL |
| For his contributions to food technology, Frenchman Nicholas Appert is known as "The Father of" what? | CANNING |
| On June 9, 1790, the first ever U.S. copyright was issued for a book about what? | SPELLING |
| Of the planets in our solar system, where does Earth rank in terms of size? | FIFTH-LARGEST |
| Who wrote the famous poem that begins, "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"? | JOHN KEATS |
| As detailed in the 2010 film, how did Penny Chenery come to own the legendary racehorse Secretariat? | COIN TOSS |
| On the classic cartoon series "Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?" what is Shaggy's real name? | NORVILLE ROGERS |
| What team were the Yankees playing the night Lou Gehrig delivered his famous "Luckiest Man" speech? | WASHINGTON SENATORS |
| What is the unlikely author of both the "Texas Saw Chain Massacre" and its 2003 remake? | JOHN LARROQUETTE |
| While at the White House, what was George W. Bush's unusual writing implement of choice? | SHARPIE |
| What does an oniomaniac love to do? | SHOP |
| Contrary to popular belief, Robert E. Lee's surrender took place not in a courthouse, but in whose home? | THE MCLEANS |
| Every single baseball used in the U.S. Major leagues is painstakingly hand-sewn in what country? | COSTA RICA |
| Measuring over 9000 miles in length, what country's Highway 1 forms a complete loop along its borders? | AUSTRALIA |
| A Sistine chapel fresco depicts God and Adam almost touching which two of their outstretched hands? | GOD'S RIGHT AND ADAM'S LEFT |
| In 2010, which of these movies enjoyed the vicennial anniversary of its original release? | GOODFELLOWS |
| Approximately how long does it take for light from the sun to reach the Earth? | 8 MINUTES |
| In the Bizet opera "Carmen," flirtatious Carmen works in what type of establishment? | CIGARETTE FACTORY |
| In the James Bond movies, Bond's only marriage was to a "bond girl" played by whom? | DIANA RIGG |
| According to Doris Roberts, "Everybody Loves Raymond" doesn't air in what country? | IRAQ |
| What author, who ironically once wrote "There are no second acts in American lives" only lived to age 44? | F. SCOTT FITGERALD |
| On July 12, 2000, Russia launched a rocket into space bearing the corporate logo of what company | PIZZA HUT |
| Nominated five times, which of these Hollywood legends never won an Oscar for Best Director? | ALFRED HITCHCOCK |
| Popular with gourmet chefs, Jerusalem artichokes are not artichokes, but a species of what? | SUNFLOWER |
| The real-life St. Nicholas is known to have been a bishop in a region that is not part of what country? | TURKEY |
| Opus Dei, the controversial Roman Catholic organization, was founded in 1928 in what country? | SPAIN |
| What company was started in 1907 by two Seattle teenagers with a $100 loan and a bicycle? | UPS (CORRECT) |
| Housewife Josephine Dickson's clumsy mishaps prompted her hubby to invent what product in 1920? | BAND AID BANDAGES |
| What does an oniomaniaic love to do? | SHOP |
| As specified on his Twitter page, Barbie's boyfriend Ken has what last name? | CARSON |
| E. Gary Gygax is a hero to generations of nerds because he co-created what? | DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS |
| The original Declaration of Independence is housed in a sealed case filled with what inert gas? | ARGON |
| Brides in what country place sugar lumps in their gloves to ensure a "sweet" life? | GREECE |
| What artist popularized the use of the elephant and donkey as symbols of our two main political parties? | THOMAS NAST |
| The Fort McHenry flag that inspired the composition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" had how many stars? | 15 *CORRECT* |
| The coffee tree is believe to have originated in the Kaffa region of what present-day country? | ETHIOPIA |
| At the age of 19, what future politician married his 26 year old high school geometry teacher? | NEWT GINGRICH |
| Which of these men caused controversy as a fierce opponent of the United States' entry into WWII? | CHARLES LINDBERGH |
| Which of these cheeky lyrics is not in Spinal Tap's ode to the backside "Big Bottom"? | CAN I CALL YOU FANNY? |
| Which of these foreign-language editions of Scrabble omits the letters J, K, W, X, and Y from its tiles? | ITALIAN |
| In Margaret Mitchell's early drafts of "Gone With the Wind," what was Scarlett O Hara's first name? | PANSY |
| A southpaw boxer is typically left-handed, but which of these terms describes a right-handed fighter? | ORTHODOX |
| Who wrote the 1865 book of poetry "Drum-Taps," while a war correspondent for the New York Times? | WALT WHITMAN |
| In the racy French phrase "menage a trois," the word "menage" literally means what? | HOUSEHOLD |
| Derived from the Greek word for "fire," pyrexia is another term for what medical condition? | FEVER |
| Jon Bon Jovi once said that he held itunes and what CEO personally responsible for "killing the music business"? | STEVE JOBS |
| In 1876, Alexander Graham Bell famously shouted "Mr. Watson, come here!" because he had just done what? | SPILLED ACID ON HIS CLOTHES |
| On the TV series "Gilligan's Island," what is Mrs. Lovey Howell's first name? | EUNICE |
| What line appeared on the reverse side of President Truman's "The Buck Stops Here" desk sign? | I"M FROM MISSOURI |
| Patzer is slang for someone who is bad at playing what? | CHESS |
| The U.S. icon "Uncle Sam" was based on Samuel Wilson, who, during the War of 1812, was a what? | MEAT INSPECTOR |
| On Amelia Earhart's historic 1932 solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean, she landed in what country? | IRELAND |
| In February 2010, Apple revealed what chart topping hit as "The Most Downloaded Itunes Song of All Time"? | I GOTTA FEELING |
| What Hollywood-leading man made his big-screen debut in the 1991 sci-fi comedy "Critters 3"? | LEONARDO DICAPRIO |
| Whose left arm is buried more than a hundred miles away from the rest of his body? | STONEWALL JACKSON |
| To a physicist, a quark is a subatomic particle, but to a chef, a quark is a what? | SOFT CHEESE |
| Mario, Nintendo's most famous creation, first appeared in "Donkey Kong" not as a plumber but as a what? | CARPENTER |
| What is the subject of the proposed legislation in the Schoolhouse Rock cartoon "I'm Just a Bill"? | SCHOOL BUS SAFETY |
| In 2007, what eco-conscious city became the first in the U.S. to ban the use of plastic shopping bags? | SAN FRANCISCO |
| Though Tom Cruise's camp says it is Hebrew for "princess," "Suri" also means what in Japanese? | PICKPOCKET |
| In 2010, a British mag published "Last Letter," a draft of a poem by Ted Hughes about what poet's death? | SYLVIA PLATH |
| Which of these Disney cartoon characters debuted the earliest, alongside Mickey in "Steamboat Willie"? | MINNIE MOUSE |
| Chomolunga, or "Goddess Mother of the World," is a local name for what natural wonder? | MOUNT EVEREST |
| Forgoing an agent, what actor allegedly forces filmmakers to call a 1800 number and leave voicemails? | BILL MURRAY |
| Though now mostly void of big-name businesses, London's Fleet Street is short for what industry? | NEWSPAPER |
| Used to describe someone who is annoyingly virtuous, the phrase "little two-goody shoes" comes from a what? | OLD CHILDREN'S STORY |
| In 1892, Juan Vucetich gained notoriety as the first to solve a murder case using what? | FINGERPRINTS |
| What lovey-dovey couple's Barbara Walters interview inspired the love song "I don't wanna miss a thing"? | BARBARA STREISAND AND JAMES BROLIN |
| Now used to refer to a "snooty person," the word snob originally referred to a person with what job? | SHOEMAKER |
| With over 20% of the world's forests, what nation has more forestland than any other? | RUSSIA |
| What club did astronaut Alan Shepard use to make his famous golf shot on the moon? | SIX IRON |
| If Prince Charles assumes the throne and uses "Charles" as his king name, what Charles will he be? | CHARLES III |
| Which of these cartoon characters is usually squinting? | MR. MAGOO |
| Santa Domingo and Port a Prince, the capitals of two separate countries, are located on what island? | HISPANIOLA |
| Which of these potent potables is not one of the 50 official flavors of Jelly Belly jellybeans? | IRISH COFFEE |
| Originally reading "Hollywoodland," the "Hollywood" sign was built as a giant advertisement for a what? | HOUSING DEVELOPMENT |
| In 1982, who became the first professional baseball player to be featured on a U.S. postal stamp? | JACKIE ROBINSON |
| One of the world's most famous gems, the Hope Diamond is cut into what classic shape? | CUSHION |
| What is the name of the east coast peninsula that includes land from Virginia, Delaware, and Maryland? | DELMARVA |
| Ronald Reagan was famous for his love of Jelly Belly jelly beans, with what flavor being his favorite? | LICORICE |
| Featuring a stick and a ball, "kolven" is thought to be a 1300s Dutch forerunner of which of these sports? | GOLF |
| Before he was a legendary Wild West gunslinger, John "Doc" Halliday was what type of doctor? | DENTIST |
| The voyager space proves traveling to interstellar space bear notes to exterrestrials from what U.S. president? | JIMMY CARTER |
| "Hypermobility" and "ligamentous laxity" are two ways of describing what common condition? | DOUBLE-JOINTEDNESS |
| In CB radio lingo, the question "What's your 20?" is actually asking what? | WHAT IS YOUR LOCATION? |
| Until switching over to vanilla in the 1940s,Hostess Twinkies had what flavor cream filling? | BANANA |
| Inaugurated in 1875,what is the oldest continuously running sporting event in the United States? | KENTUCKY DERBY |
| England coronated Queen Elizabeth II in 1953,how many years after the death of Queen Elizabeth I? | 350 *CORRECT* |
| The first McDonald's Happy Meal to feature a movie tie-in promoted what popular film? | STAR TREK |
| The term "slush fund" was originally used by sailors to refer to the side money they made selling what? | ANIMAL FAT |
| Rejected for financing reasons,a 1937 Congressional bill proposed adding what woman to Mount Rushmore? | SUSAN B.ANTHONY |
| On the classic sitcom "Gilligan's Island," what character's full name is never revealed on the show? | GILLIGAN |
| Which piece of U.S. currency was the first to use the motto "In God We Trust"? | TWO-CENT COIN |
| Which of these actors has appeared in films directed by Spike Lee and Ang Lee? | RANDY QUAID |
| Only two men are said to have run unopposed for U.S. president:George Washington and whom? | JAMES MONROE |
| In the 1961 movie "West Side Story",the Jets battle the Sharks after triumphing over what other gangs? | THE EMERALDS & THE HAWKS |
| Which of these locales is not mentioned in Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have A Dream" speech? | BLUE RIDGES OF NORTH CAROLINA |
| An important Aztec god,Quetzalcoatl was depicted as a feathered version of what animal? | SERPENT |
| Which author is among the few to have topped both the NY Times Fiction and Non Fiction Bestseller lists? | DR.SEUSS |
| Though most trees have a layer of cork bark,most of the world's supply of cork comes from a species of what? | OAK |
| "And ye shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free" is etched in the lobby of what agency's headquarters? | CIA *CORRECT* |
| Kept in an Atlanta bank vault,the secret formula for classic Coca-Cola has what mysterious code name? | MERCHANDISE 7X |
| Visibly dehydrated,Michael Jordan's legendary "flu game" came against what 1997 NBA finals opponent? | UTAH JAZZ |
| Though treasured today,what famous painting was once cut into to enlarge a doorway? | THE LAST SUPPER |
| Though not toxic in reasonable amounts, which of these foods contains the radioactive element radium? | BRAZIL NUT |
| Joachim Prinz, who spoke just before Martin Luther King at the 1963 March on Washington, is a what? | RABBI |
| What was the name of the first chimpanzee sent into space by NASA? | HAM |
| In 1999, Al Gore famously said, "I took the initiative in creating the Internet" to what journalist? | WOLF BLITZER |
| Short for Club Mediterranee, Club Med opened its first vacation village in 1950 on what island? | MARJORCA |
| Since winning a hotly contested election in 2006,Felipe Calderon has been president of what country? | MEXICO |
| In which of these novels is the last word of the novel the same as the title of the novel itself? | LOLITA |
| Retired broadcaster Elwood Edwards is the voice for what famous recorded phrase? | YOU'VE GOT MAIL |
| A person who suffers from gamophobia has an exaggerated fear of what? | MARRIAGE |
| For ordering his favorite beverages,LBJ had four buttons in the Oval Office:"coffee","tea","Coke" and what? | FRESCA *CORRECT* |
| By definition, eustatic change is a worldwide alteration in what? | SEA LEVELS |
| A 1925 advertisement for what product gave us the saying, "Often a bridesmaid but never a bride"? | LISTERINE |
| According to Bill Cosby, instead of obstetrician, Cliff Huxtable was originally going to have what job? | CHAUFFEUR |
| If you were tracking animals and found prints with four toes,not five,which of these animals could they belong to? | COYOTE |
| Before his film career took off,what actor played a hotel manager on a short-lived "Golden Girls" spin-off? | DON CHEADLE |
| Now referring to a tactic used to delay legislation,the word "filibuster" originally referred to what outlaws? | PIRATES |
| As of 2010,approximately how many Social Security numbers have been assigned since the first in 1936? | 457 MILLION *CORRECT* |
| According to the United Nations,who is the most widely translated author in the world? | AGATHA CHRISTIE |
| Sent by Samuel Morse in 1844,the first public telegram in America had what message? | WHAT HATH GOD WROUGHT! |
| Excluding honorary awards,which of these computer whizzes actually earned a college degree? | STEVE WOZNIAK |
| Considered one of the best racehorses of all time,Phar Lap was the national pride of what country? | AUSTRALIA |
| On July 12,2000,Russia launched a rocket into space bearing the corporate logo of what company? | PIZZA HUT |
| What film actress's death was reported on the front page of the debut issue of USA Today? | GRACE KELLY |
| What Middle Eastern country is composed of a series of islands located in the Persian Gulf? | BAHRAIN |
| Granting his last wishes,Hunter S.Thompson's ashes were disposed of in 2005 in what odd way? | SHOT OUT OF A CANNON |
| Prosopagnosia is an unusual neurological impairment that renders a person unable to do what? | RECOGNIZE FACES |
| By definition,"deglutition" is a medical term for what? | SWALLOWING |
| As proven on a David Letterman "Will it Float?"segment,which of these items floats in water? | SIX-POUND CAN OF CRISCO |
| What is the name of the young boy in Ernest Hemingway's story "The Old Man and the Sea"? | MANOLIN |
| In 1922,the highest air temperature ever recorded,136 degrees Fahrenheit,was taken in what country? | LIBYA |
| Which of these world cities occupy roughly the same latitude? | WASHINGTON,D.C. & ATHENS |
| While President,Bill Clinton sent only two official e-mails:one test message and one message to whom? | JOHN GLENN |
| In 2001,which of these people was named Honorary Sergeant,Regular Army by President Clinton? | SACAGAWEA |
| In 1902,Willis Carrier created modern air conditioning when he built a humidity controller for use where? | PRINTING SHOP |
| Which of the following men does not have a chemical element named for him? | ISAAC NEWTON |
| Though set at a fictional school,the 1978 comedy "Animal House" is based on a real frat at what college? | DARTMOUTH |
| What celestial object was named in 1930,by an eleven-year-old girl named Venetia Burney? | PLUTO |
| In the classic 1975 thriller "Jaws,"we see the deadly shark kill how many people on screen? | 4 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these men was elected to the U.S. presidency despite losing the popular vote? | BENJAMIN HARRISON |
| Though not smelling as nice,onions are commonly classified in the same family as what flower? | LILY |
| What popular women's magazine began in the 1930s as a menu leaflet handed out at A&P supermarkets? | WOMAN'S DAY |
| In 1973,what major tennis tournament became the first to offer equal prize money to both men and women? | U.S. OPEN |
| "Nephelococcygia" is the practice of doing what? | FINDING SHAPES IN CLOUDS |
| What Shakespeare play contains the famous line "The course of true love never did run smooth"? | A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM |
| Diamonds being the hardest,which of these gems is the second hardest according to the Mohs scale? | SAPPHIRE |
| After nitrogen and oxygen,what is the third most abundant gas in air? | ARGON |
| To the delight of singles everywhere,SpeedDating was invented in 1998 by an individual with what profession? | RABBI |
| Icebergs that are the smallest in size are classified as what? | GROWLERS |
| In the 1600s philosopher Blaise Pascal devised a famous "wager" concerning what issue? | BELIEF IN GOD |
| Viewed from above the sun's north pole,which of these planets is the only one to rotate clockwise? | VENUS |
| In Abbott and Costello's famous "Who's on first?" routine,what baseball position is never mentioned? | RIGHT FIELD |
| As chefs know,the two succulent bits of meat on the back of a chicken,just above the thigh,are called what? | OYSTERS |
| In Charlotte Bronte's novel "Jane Eyre," Jane's planned wedding to Edward Rochester hits what snag? | HE'S ALREADY MARRIED |
| In the Hemingway story "The Old Man and the Sea," what baseball player does the fisherman most admire? | JOE DIMAGGIO |
| Well known to coin collectors,the Toven Specimen is an extremely rare example of what type of coin? | PENNY |
| Prior to stardom,what actress worked as a funeral home cosmetician to make ends meet? | WHOOPI GOLDBERG |
| Which of these creatures are featured in Salvador Dali's 1931 painting "The Persistence of Memory"? | ANTS |
| Known for her beauty,which of these historic ladies inspired the name of cosmetics retailer Sephora? | MOSES' WIFE |
| On the California coast,what kind of fish is known for coming ashore and laying its eggs on the beach? | GRUNION |
| The only woman ever to be awarded the Medal of Honor received it for her service in what war? | U.S. CIVIL WAR |
| Introduced in 1847,the first two stamps issued by the USPS featured George Washington and what other American? | BENJAMIN FRANKLIN |
| Which of these insects shorted out an early supercomputer,giving rise to the term "computer bug"? | MOTH |
| What popular ski resort town was founded by the Union Pacific Railroad to boost winter ticket sales? | SUN VALLEY,ID *CORRECT* |
| In the boot-shaped country of Italy,what region comprises the "toe"? | CALABRIA |
| To a winemaker,a "bung" is a what? | CORK |
| What Dr.Seuss book character was loosely based on Adolf Hitler? | YERTLE THE TURTLE |
| What U.S. state's lottery,introduced in 1964,is the oldest state-run lottery still in existance? | NEW HAMPSHIRE |
| Which of the following was not one of the nine original Beanie Babies introduced in 1993? | BOOTIES THE CAT |
| What popular TV host once appeared on an episode of "Star Trek:Enterprise" as "Alien Trader D'Marr"? | TOM BERGERON |
| When filled to capacity,what college's football stadium becomes the third largest "city" in its state? | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA |
| Warfarin,a popular blood thinner medication,was originally developed and is still used as a what? | RAT POISON |
| At the end of the 1984 movie "Romancing the Stone,"Jack Colton names his long-awaited sailboat what? | ANGELINA |
| Ronald Reagan once claimed that he was given the nickname "Dutch" in his childhood due to what? | "DUTCH BOY" HAIRCUT |
| Before becoming the go-to music industry magazine,Billboard focused on which of these subjects? | CARNIVALS |
| What classic novel is based on the adventures of Alexander Selkirk,an early 18th-century Scottish sailor? | ROBINSON CRUSOE |
| An iconic sports photo taken on May 25th,1965 depicts Muhammed Ali standing over what defeated opponent? | SONNY LISTON |
| In 1939,the tale of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was created as a Christmas promotion for a what? | DEPARTMENT STORE |
| People who have a marked physical reaction to beautiful art are said to suffer from what syndrome? | STENDHAL SYNDROME |
| On Amelia Earhart's historic 1932 solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean,she landed in what country? | IRELAND |
| In Cervantes' "Don Quixote," the main character becomes delusional after doing what? | READING TOO MANY BOOKS |
| "Diaphoresis" is a medical term for what condition,which might be caused by a difficult trivia question? | EXCESSIVE SWEATING |
| If it were named for its founders' first names instead of their last,the Harley-Davidson company could be called what? | WILLIAM-ARTHUR |
| What author is credited with coining the phrase "seeing pink elephants" to refer to a drunk person? | JACK LONDON |
| In a 1970 speech,what group of people did Spiro Agnew famously describe as "nattering nabobs of negativism"? | THE MEDIA |
| What martial art's name literally means "the gentle way"? | JUDO |
| The '90s hit "Macarena" tells the story of a woman who cheats on her boyfriend,a man with what name? | VITORINO |
| The prop mask that the killer wears in the 1978 film "Halloween" is a painted mask of what TV character? | CAPTAIN KIRK |
| What Central American country was named by Columbus after the Spanish word for "depths"? | HONDURAS |
| Though not smelling as nice,onions are commonly classified in the same family as what flower? | LILY |
| Issued on March 4,1974,what celebrity appeared on the very first cover of People magazine? | MIA FARROW |
| Which of these cities is famous for its catacombs,underground tunnels used to house millions of skeletal remains? | PARIS |
| Originally named Farrokh Bulsara,Queen singer Freddie Mercury was born in what exotic location? | ZANZIBAR |
| Founded in 1865,what is the oldest continuously published weekly magazine in the United States? | THE NATION |
| What actress was "discovered" at a Canadian football game when her image appeared on the JumboTron? | PAMELA ANDERSON |
| In the 1997 movie "Titanic," Jack wins passage onto the doomed vessel with what poker hand? | FULL HOUSE |
| The son of a jazz promoter,Billy Crystal was taken to his first movie by what legendary singer? | BILLIE HOLIDAY |
| The 1477 union of Archduke Maximilian of Austria and Mary of Burgundy allegedly begat what tradition? | DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING |
| In a famous '90s TV ad,what is the name of the old woman who says "I've fallen,and I can't get up"? | MRS.FLETCHER |
| In the 1920s,the term "makeup" was popularized by which of these cosmetics companies? | MAX FACTOR |
| In an iconic series of TV ads,who was the first NFL player to shout, "I'm going to Disneyland!"? | PHIL SIMMS |
| Since 2008,what author of "The Lottery" has lent her name to annual awards for horror and suspense writing? | SHIRLEY JACKSON |
| What real-life European castle and tourist attraction is the inspiration for Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty castle? | NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE |
| Which of these foreign greetings derives from a phrase meaning "I am your slave"? | CIAO |
| "Sparks" are often visible when you bite into "Wint O Green" Life Savers due to the presence of what? | METHYL SALICYLATE |
| Mexico shares its southern border with Guatemala and what other country? | BELIZE |
| As revealed in the series finale of "Seinfeld," what is the Soup Nazi's name? | YEV KASEM |
| Before becoming an international singing star,Julio Iglesias briefly played what sport professionally? | SOCCER |
| In the garment industry,what characteristic of a sports jacket is referred to as its "stance"? | BUTTON POSITION |
| Most scholars agree Columbus first landed in the New World on coastline now part of what country? | BAHAMAS |
| As specified on his twitter page,Barbie's boyfriend Ken has what last name? | CARSON |
| Before switching career paths,what prominent American studied clarinet performance at Juilliard? | ALAN GREENSPAN |
| In 2009,after decades of secrecy,Mrs.Butterworth's first name was revealed to be what? | JOY |
| In 1951,what U.S. agency first used a UNIVAC,the first commercial computer,to process information? | CENSUS BUREAU *CORRECT* |
| A popular novelty item since the '60s, lava lamps primarily contain water and what colored "lava-like" substance? | WAX |
| In the movie "Pulp Fiction," Samuel L. Jackson's character memorably quotes what book of the Bible? | EZEKIEL |
| In the Grimm's fairy tale,the Pied Piper of Hamelin is described as "pied" because he does what? | WEARS COLORFUL CLOTHING |
| Though they've all been in more than one,which of these actors has appeared in the most Spike Lee films? | JOHN TURTURRO |
| Costing about $2,500 as of 2010,the Tata Nano is a car built and targeted for sale chiefly in what country? | INDIA |
| As of 2010,which of these countries has elected not one,but two,female presidents in its history? | PHILLIPPINES |
| What do the six flags historically stand for in the Six Flags amusement park chain? | GOVERNMENTS OF TEXAS |
| In 1871, Henry Stanley found explorer David Livingstone in Ujiji,a town in what modern country? | TANZANIA |
| Girl detective Nancy Drew made her debut in the 1930 book titled "The Secret of the" what? | OLD CLOCK |
| Expressed using old-fashioned slang terms for money,which amount is equal to twenty dollars? | ONE SAWBUCK & TWO FINS |
| Commonly used in the shower, a loofah is the fibrous interior of which of the following? | TROPICAL GOURD |
| Roughly how far apart are Tora Bora and Bora Bora? | 9690 MILES *CORRECT* |
| Which of these artists is notorious for singing through Auto-Tune pitch correction software? | TPAIN |
| So named because it was once believed to cure kidney stones, nephrite is a mineral also known as what? | JADE |
| In the classic 1942 movie "Bambi," what is Bambi's first word? | BIRD |
| Selling 5 million copies in just two days,what Ernest Hemingway work was first published in Life magazine? | THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA |
| How many U.S. state capitals have the word "city" in their name? | 4 *CORRECT* |
| In the classic 1942 movie "Bambi," what is Bambi's first word? | BIRD |
| In Travel & Leisure's 2010 survey, what city unseated Miami as having the most attractive residents in the U.S.? | CHARLESTON |
| In his illustrious career as a daredevil, Evel Knievel attempted to jump all but which of these obstacles? | 74 NEW YORK CABS |
| The famous 4-note opening to Beethoven's Fifth Symphony consists of three quick G notes followed by a long what? | E FLAT |
| Which of these names never appeared on the infamous "enemies list" kept by Nixon's White House counsel? | WALTER MATTHEU |
| What are the dimensions of Leonardo da Vinci's famous painting, "Mona Lisa"? | 30 TALL BY 21 WIDE |
| Famous pediatrician and author Dr. Benjamin Spock won an Olympic gold medal in what sport? | ROWING |
| Founded in 1885, Washington, D.C.'s Gridiron Club is a prestigious organization for what professionals? | JOURNALISTS |
| Which of these monarchs is the only one to have ruled England longer than than its current queen, Elizabeth II? | VICTORIA |
| In all seriousness, the satirical newspaper The Onion has tried and failed to win what prestigious journalism award? | PULITZER PRIZE |
| Who is the only character mentioned by name in the famous opening crawl at the start of the 1977 movie "Star Wars"? | PRINCESS LEIA |
| The melody for the wedding song known as "Here Comes The Bride" is from what Wagner opera? | LOHENGRIN |
| The name of a type of Asian dumpling, "won ton" is Chinese for what two words? | CLOUD,SWALLOW |
| For a device he created that aids "Buoying Vessels Over Shoals," who is the only U.S. president ever awarded a patent? | ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
| Unlike its source material, which of these '90s film adaptations features a happy ending? | THE SCARLET LETTER |
| Used to describe a carefree lifestyle, "bohemian" refers to an area in what modern day country? | CZECH REPUBLIC |
| Which of these great painters is commonly known by the name of his home town, not by his birth name? | CARAVAGGIO |
| Ron Wayne, who would be a billionaire today had he not sold his 10% stake for $800 back in 1976, co-founded what company? | APPLE |
| In 1968, what overzealous airline began taking reservations for lunar flights that were set to take off in 2000? | PAN AM |
| Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back was first advertised in the 1870s by what company? | MONTGOMERY WARD |
| What legendary entertainer was buried with $1,008 so he'd always have enough money to play cards? | GEORGE BURNS |
| In Edward Hopper's painting "Nighthawks," a sign atop the diner advertises what cigar brand? | PHILLIES |
| When England adopted the new Gregorian calendar in 1752,people complained that they "lost" how many days? | 11 *CORRECT* |
| Though his real name is Riley B. King, the initials in guitarist B.B. King's stage name stand for what? | BLUE BOYS |
| Often referenced in rap songs, what alcoholic beverage was originally created in 1876 for Czar Alexander II? | CRISTAL |
| In the D.H. Lawrence novel "Lady Chatterley's Lover," who is Lady Chatterley's lover? | A GAMEKEEPER |
| Which of these countries’ people usually eat with fork and spoon, only using chopsticks for noodles? | THAILAND |
| Who wrote “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations is an admirable book,” a quote now listed in “Bartlett’s”? | WINSTON CHURCHILL |
| Named for an English stable owner, which of these phrases refers to a so-called "choice" of just one option? | HOBSON'S CHOICE |
| Which of these famous musical frontmen briefly attended the London School of Economics? | MICK JAGGER |
| Once included in its country's name,the word "Soviet" actually means what in Russian? | COUNCIL |
| The Canadian national flag features a stylized red maple leaf that has how many points? | 11 |
| ccording to common estimates, what are the odds of finding a four-leaf clover? | 1 in 10000 |
| Using data from a probe in outer space, NASA is able to calculate that our universe is precisely how old | 13.7 billion years |
| According to Greek myth, Persephone was forced to spend part of the year in Hades after eating what? | POMEGRANATE SEEDS |
| What now-famous person served as the model for Diane Arbus' iconic 1968 photo "A Very Young Baby"? | ANDERSON COOPER |
| The chimes in London's Big Ben clock tower play a tune from a famous work by what composer? | HANDEL |
| Richard Nixon helped finance his first Congressional campaign in 1946 with money he made doing what? | PLAYING-HIGH-STAKES POKER |
| From 1638 to 1655, parts of present-day Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania formed what short-lived colony? | NEW SWEDEN |
| Which of these Stephen King novels features a villain who sometimes goes by the alias "Bob Gray"? | It |
| Worn by the antagonists in the "Scream" series, the Ghostface mask was inspired by a famous painting by what artist? | Edward Munch |
| Who was the first U.S. president whose body was embalmed? | ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
| Thought to be the source of a classic joke, "Knock, knock, knock! Who's there...?" is a line from what Shakespeare play? | Macbeth |
| Who is the only astronaut known to have given himself communion on the surface of the moon? | Buzz Aldrin |
| In his illustrious career as a daredevil,Evel Knievel attempted to jump all but which of these obstacles? | 74 NEW YORK CABS |
| Before being replaced,who first played the title alien in the 1987 Schwarzenegger action film "Predator"? | JEAN-CLAUDE VAN DAMME |
| What president remarried his wife 3 years after their wedding because her first divorce wasn't finalized? | ANDREW JACKSON |
| When introduced in 1932,the 3 Musketeers candy bar had three pieces: chocolate,vanilla and what? | STRAWBERRY |
| Because the number is similar to the word for "death," Chinese high-rise buildings often "lack" what floor? | 4TH *CORRECT* |
| Who chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee during the 1991 Anita Hill-Clarence Thomas hearings? | JOSEPH BIDEN |
| The fictional hero of "The Scarlet Pimpernel" uses as his emblem a scarlet pimpernel,which is a type of what? | FLOWER |
| Because of its easternmost location,which of these island nations is the first to ring in the New Year? | KIRIBATI |
| Years before FDR said something similar,who wrote the line,"Nothing is so much to be feared as fear"? | HENRY DAVID THOREAU |
| What Jim Carrey movie features the "Millionaire"- inspired line "Is that your final answer"? | BRUCE ALMIGHTY |
| What historic item was accidentally discovered in 1940 by four teenage boys looking for lost treasure? | LASCAUX CAVE PAINTINGS |
| The 1909 short "Mr.Flip" is believed to include the first instance of what comedy gag captured on film? | PIE IN THE FACE |
| In a classic scene from "The Seven Year Itch," Marilyn Monroe's skirt flies up as she asks what provocative question? | ISN'T IT DELICIOUS? |
| A popular pastime the world over, "karaoke" is a Japanese word which roughly translates to what? | EMPTY ORCHESTRA |
| The expression "red-letter day" derives from an old custom of using red ink on calendars to indicate what? | RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS |
| In 1982, the very first album to be released commercially on CD was a popular 1978 LP by what artist? | BILLY JOEL |
| In its lesser-known verses, what popular song tells the story of a headstrong woman named Nelly Kelly? | TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME |
| In 1952, Tony the Tiger debuted on Kellogg's cereal boxes along with what less successful mascot? | KATY THE KANGAROO |
| In fireworks, the color blue is created by burning compounds of what metal? | COPPER |
| Which of these retailers is credited with inventing the quilted goose down jacket after suffering a bout of hypothermia in 1936? | EDDIE BAUER |
| Whose New York Times obituary mentioned that "Since 1889" he "had been hopelessly insane"? | FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE |
| Born Aristocles, it is believed Plato got his name from his wrestling coach, who called him "Platon," meaning what? | BROAD |
| Introduced in 1912, what was the first flavor of Life Savers candy? | PEPPERMINT |
| Which of these classic toys had its official launch in 1978 at New York's famous disco Studio 54? | SIMON |
| When the Social Security Administration began tracking the most popular baby names in 1880, what two names topped the list? | JOHN AND MARY |
| Because it is surrounded by land,which of these "seas" is actually the world's largest lake? | CASPIAN SEA |
| What Hollywood legend's wry last words were, "I should never have switched from scotch to martinis"? | HUMPHREY BOGART |
| Which of these countries is not home to a "Blue Zone," a region with an unusually high number of centenarians? | BRAZIL |
| What actress' voice was used when developing the voice of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial? | DEBRA WINGER |
| Before the motorcycle gang,you would most likely find "Hells Angels" written on which of these? | WWII BOMBER PLANES |
| The Darien Gap,the only break in the highway system that runs from Alaska to Chile,lies between what two countries? | PANAMA AND COLOMBIA |
| Spotted by Woody Allen and Diane Keaton in Central Park,who makes an uncredited cameo in the 1977 film "Annie Hall"? | TRUMAN CAPOTE |
| TV actor Richard Belzer has appeared as Detective John Munch on all but which of these shows? | SCRUBS |
| In 1909, who became the first president to be depicted on a circulating U.S. monetary coin? | ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
| Most famous for his 1955 novel "Lolita," author Vladimir Nabokov was also an expert in the study of what? | BUTTERFLIES |
| Joseph Smith,founder of the Mormon church,believed the Garden on Eden was located where? | MISSOURI |
| In 1974,what product became the first to be scanned by a retailer using the UPC bar code? | WRIGLEY'S GUM |
| Ian Fleming named his greatest literary creation,fictional spy James Bond,after a real-life what? | AMERICAN ORNITHOLOGIST |
| In the Tv series "The Brady Bunch," what is Carol Brady's maiden name? | TYLER |
| What lesser-known Patrick Swayze film was the first movie to be released with a PG-13 rating? | RED DAWN |
| According to NASA, what is the only planet in the solar system that would be able to float in water? | SATURN |
| In the song "Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer," which of these facts about Grandma is not revealed? | SHE LOST HER HEARING AIDS |
| Leonardo Da Vinci wrote his famous notebooks mainly using what unusual method? | MIRROR WRITING |
| What does the Russian name "Sputnik" mean in English? | TRAVELING COMPANION |
| In a now-notorious episode of "Happy Days," Fonzie agrees to waterski over a shark in order to do what? | CALL A LOCAL KID'S BLUFF |
| Excluding its fifty-six signatures,the Declaration of Independence ends with what word? | HONOR |
| The famously haunting score of the film "Jaws" opens with what ominously repeating first two notes? | E AND F *CORRECT* |
| Often compared to the Champs-Elysees,what city has a prominent avenue called "The Ku'Damm"? | BERLIN |
| In 2011,Channing Tatum admitted he worked as a what before making it big in movies? | EXOTIC DANCER |
| Held by "Wild Bill" Hickok when he was shot,what poker hand is known as a "Dead Man's Hand"? | TWO ACES AND TWO EIGHTS *CORRECT* |
| The word "boycott" comes from the name of Charles C. Boycott,who was ostracized in 1880 for not doing what? | REDUCING RENTS |
| A rare achievement,which of these actresses won both an Oscar and a Tony for playing the same role? | ANNE BANCROFT |
| A wine steward found at fancier restaurants,the word "sommelier" comes from an old French term for what? | PACK ANIMAL DRIVER |
| While a larynx is the vocal organ of a human,a syrinx is the vocal organ of what animal? | BIRD |
| Sesame Street's Bert and Ernie happen to share their names with a cop and a cabdriver from what classic film? | IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE |
| Numbers preceded by the letter "K" are used to identify the over 600 works by what composer? | MOZART |
| Featuring scenes lit only by candles,what Kubrick film is famous for its limited use of artificial light? | BARRY LYNDON |
| According to the CDC, the average height of a U.S. adult male is closest to which of these? | 5 FT 9 and A HALF INCHES |
| At the time he was "discovered" by music executives in 1954, Elvis Presley was working as a what? | TRUCK DRIVER |
| Used to describe a particular type of government rule, "junta" is a Spanish word that literally means what? | COMMITTEE |
| The Earth is approximately how many miles from the Sun? | 93 MILLION |
| What president was the first to use the Oval Office as his personal workspace, and also had the idea to make it oval? | WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT |
| Famously cited in "Romeo and Juliet," which of these gestures was considered an insult in Elizabethan times? | BITING YOUR THUMB |
| Which of these animals is reportedly responsible for the most human deaths in Africa? | HIPPOPOTAMUS |
| With less than 5 persons per square mile, what is the most sparsely populated country on Earth? | MONGOLIA |
| The sandwich is said to have been invented by John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, so he could eat while doing what? | GAMBLING |
| What tribute is inscribed on the back of the U.S. military's Purple Heart medal? | FOR MILITARY MERIT |
| Named for its resemblence to Germany's Wilhelm II, the Emperor Tamarin monkey is noted for having what? | A VERY LARGE MUSTACHE |
| At the end of "Casablanca", Ilsa leaves behind her beloved Rick to board a plane bound for what city? | LISBON |
| New Zealand is named after a province in what nation? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| The saying "Don't give up the ship" comes from the last words of Captain James Lawrence, in what war? | WAR OF 1812 |
| In Vittorio De Sica's classic film "The Bicycle Thief," the main character needs a bicycle to do what job? | HANG POSTERS |
| According to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing,what was the average cost of producing a new currency note in 2010? | 9.6 CENTS |
| Composed by John Williams,the familiar theme song of "NBC Nightly News" has what title? | THE MISSION |
| The British royal family often forgoes surnames, but Prince William uses what last name in the military? | WALES |
| New Zealand is named after a province in what nation? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| In her unusual will,hotel magnate Leona Helmsley left $12 million to her beloved pooch,a Maltese named what? | TROUBLE |
| Who did artist Grant Wood use as the model for the farmer in his classic painting "American Gothic"? | HIS DENTIST |
| Traditionally hailed as the Pilgrims' landing spot in 1620, Plymouth Rock is what type of rock? | GRANITE |
| Due to its strict obscenity laws.which of these countries once published a version of "Playboy" without any nudity? | INDONESIA |
| What Hawaiian island was once called the "Pineapple Island" because the Dole company owned most of it? | LANAI |
| The Philippines is an archipelago that is comprised of approximately how many individual islands? | 7,100 *CORRECT* |
| According to legend, what Looney Tunes character was born in a warren under the old Dodgers stadium in Brooklyn? | BUGS BUNNY |
| The Rolling Stones' classic "tongue" logo first appeared on the label of what album? | STICKY FINGERS |
| In 2011,Amy Chua raised a ruckus with a memoir of how she had been a "Tiger Mother" to her what? | TWO DAUGHTERS |
| In a 2011 news story,a woman used pepper spray to wrestle an Xbox from fellow shoppers during what store's Black Friday sale? | WALMART |
| With increased amounts of the rare nutrient glucoraphanin,in 2011 scientists announced a "super" version of what vegetable? | BROCCOLI |
| Fetching a $3.9 million at auction in 2011, a record for a photograph, "Untitled #96" by Cindy Sherman depicts the artists doing what? | LYING ON THE FLOOR |
| When the iPod turned ten years old in 2011,Apple had sold roughly how many of them? | 320 MILLION *CORRECT* |
| What cast member of the 2011 film "New Year's Eve" also appears in it's 2010 holiday-themed forerunner "Valentine's Day"? | JESSICA BIEL |
| Fetching over $30,000, John Lennon's rotten tooth that was auctioned in 2011 was which of the following? | MOLAR |
| Traveling over 200,000 miles to nearly 40 nations, Secretary of State Hilary Clinton visited all but which of these countries in 2011? | ALGERIA |
| Though they all have birth in 2011, which of these actresses' new babies arrived earliest in the year? | PEN_LOPE CRUZ |
| Which 2011 comedy starred the White House's former associate director for the Office of Public Engagement? | A VERY HAROLD & KUMAR 3D CHRISTMAS |
| In 2011, what company ended Exxon Mobil's five-year reign as the world's most valuable public company? | APPLE |
| In her highly publicized trial, Casey Anthony claimed to have left her daughter int he care of what fictional "nanny"? | ZANNY |
| Premiering in 2011, the NBC comedy "Up All Night" shares its name with a single released by what band in 2011? | BLINK-182 |
| Which of these comedians does not voice a smurf in the 2011 move "The Smurfs"? | ADAM SANDLER |
| Named after his band's 1998 song, what musician launched a brand of wine called "The Dreaming Tree" in 2011? | DAVE MATTHEWS |
| What sitcom comedienne sang the national anthem at Game 4 of the 2011 World Series? | ZOOEY DESCHANEL |
| All but which of these funny celebrities hosted an awards show in 2011? | RUSSELL BRAND |
| What cast member of the 2011 film "New Year's Eve" also appears in its 2010 holiday-themed forerunner "Valentine's Day"? | JESSICA BIEL |
| The narrator of which of these movies never actually appears as a character in the film? | THE ROYAL TANNENBAUMS |
| Introduced in 1888,the first vending machine in the United States dispensed what item? | GUM |
| Introduced in 1888, the first vending machine in the United States dispensed what item? | GUM |
| What mammal has the shortest known gestation period, an average of just 12.5 days? | AMERICAN OPPOSUM |
| Justin Bieber's manager claims he "discovered" the young talent on YouTube, singing what R&B classic? | RESPECT |
| Which of these products is traditionally pink because its inventor only had pink dye on hand at the time of its creation? | BUBBLE GUM |
| Justin Bieber's manager claims he "discovered" the young talent on YouTube,singing what R&B classic? | RESPECT |
| In 1885,what popular soft drink was invented at Morrison's Old Corner Drug Store in Waco,TX? | DR.PEPPER |
| In a memorable scene from the movie "Philadelphia," Tom Hanks interprets an aria sung by what opera great? | MARIA CALLAS |
| The American Heart Association says the average adult heart pumps about how much blood each day? | 2000 GALLONS *CORRECT* |
| Now a museum,the Memphis motel where Martin Luther King,Jr. was assassinated has what name? | LORRAINE MOTEL |
| If the countries were represented by their national flowers,what would be the 2010 World Cup final match up? | RED CARNATIONS VS. TULIPS *CORRECT* |
| The Barcalounger company says that what American workplace perk began at their company in 1902? | COFFEE BREAKS |
| Bravo's acclaimed "Inside The Actor's Studio" made its television debut in 1994 with what guest? | PAUL NEWMAN |
| In 1963,what soap opera was interrupted by Walter Cronkite's breaking news of the Kennedy assassination? | AS THE WORLD TURNS |
| Brittle in its original form,what type of plastic must be softened to make jelly sandals? | POLYVINYL CHLORIDE |
| The 2000 film "The Legend of Bagger Vance" is a retelling of what religion's ancient scripture? | HINDUISM |
| What U.S. state's name is believed to derive from a mythical paradise described in a 1510 Spanish novel? | CALIFORNIA |
| As of 2011,what massive hit song holds the record for most weeks spent at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart? | ONE SWEET DAY |
| On his father's side,Barack Obama is a descendant of which of these African ethnic groups? | LUO *CORRECT* |
| Keith Ellison,the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Congress,was sworn in on a Koran once owned by what president? | THOMAS JEFFERSON |
| When President Garfield was shot in 1881,who invented a type of metal detector to try to find the bullet? | ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL |
| According to the Federal Reserve Board,what was the average cost of producing a new one dollar bill in 2011? | 5.5 CENTS *CORRECT* |
| In 1773,the Boston Tea Party was staged by angry colonists disguised as members of what Native American tribe? | MOHAWK |
| The Philippines is an archipelago that is comprised of approximately how many individual islands? | 7,100 *CORRECT* |
| Eleanor Roosevelt famously described what group as having "the cleanest bodies,the filthiest minds,the highest morale"? | MARINES |
| Which of these familiar movie quotes was not part of an Academy Award-winning performance? | "YOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH!" |
| In 2010,Britain's Prince Charles admitted to often engaging in what odd behavior,calling it "absolutely crucial"? | TALKING TO TREES |
| Which of these products is traditionally pink because its inventor only had pink dye on hand at the time of its creation? | BUBBLE GUM |
| During the Cold War,the U.S. government built a bunker to house Congress under what golf resort? | THE GREENBRIAR |
| Resigning over his country's debt crisis in 2011,former Prime Minister of Greece George Papandreou was born in what U.S. state? | MINNESOTA |
| On a memorable 2011 "Jersey Shore" episode,which cast member inexplicably slammed his head into a concrete wall? | MIKE "THE SITUATION" SORRENTINO |
| In 1935,the first character-licensed lunch box came out,featuring which of these characters? | MICKEY MOUSE |
| With the instruction, "Guard this object carefully", in 1888 Vincent Van Gogh sliced off a portion of his ear and gave it to whom? | A PROSTITUTE |
| Famed for its biodiversity,the Galapagos Islands have belonged to what South American country since 1832? | ECUADOR |
| To perform composer John Cage's 1952 piece "4' 33",what must a pianist do? | SIT QUIETLY |
| In the classic poem "Casey At Bat," what is the final score? | 4 TO 2 *CORRECT* |
| Among his foes,which of these wizard spells is considered to be Harry Potter's signature move? | EXPELLIARMUS |
| Which animal is considered to be the most fearless? | HONEY BADGER |
| What was the first institution in the United States to be officially chartered as a University? | UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA |
| According to the Oxford English Dictionary, what politician was first to refer to a late night flight as a "red-eye"? | BARRY GOLDWATER |
| Voiced by Candice Bergen,what is the name of HAL 9000's "sibling computer" featured in the movie "2010"? | SAL 9000 *CORRECT* |
| Though the field has few PhDs,pogonology is the study of what? | BEARDS |
| The phrase "eating humble pie" originally referred to a dish made from the innards of what animal? | DEER |
| What is Bart Simpson's middle name? | JO-JO *CORRECT* |
| Which movie was reportedly so bad it inspired the Golden Raspberry Awards,which "honor" Hollywood's worst films? | XANADU |
| Decades before WikiLeaks,the leaked "Pentagon Papers" were classified documents about what U.S. event? | VIETNAM WAR |
| What '40s screen siren was also an inventor,patenting a technology that would later be used in modern cell phones? | HEDY LAMARR |
| Popularized by Malcolm Gladwell,"Dunbar's number" suggests people can have,at most,about how many friends? | 150 *CORRECT* |
| Also the name of Harry Potter's beloved mentor,"dumbledore" is an old-fashioned word for what? | BUMBLEBEE |
| Site of a historic battle,the Alamo Mission gets its name from a Spanish word for a type of what? | TREE |
| What film actress is the daughter of two former porn stars,who reportedly met on the set of "Deep Throat"? | THORA BIRCH |
| In 2011,Oprah Winfrey made a final tear-filled bow on her talk show after 25 years and how many episodes? | 4,561 *CORRECT* |
| What disease is believed to have been responsible for up to half of all human deaths since the Stone Age? | MALARIA |
| Known to Big Bird as just "Snuffy," Sesame Street's Mr.Snuffleupagus has what rarely used first name? | ALOYSIUS |
| In "The Godfather" film series,what was Kay's maiden name before becoming Mrs. Michael Corleone? | ADAMS |
| Not factoring in inflation,the USDA estimates that a child born in 2010 costs about how much to raise to the age of 17? | $225,000 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these famous structures was completed most recently? | EIFFEL TOWER |
| In his only commercial endorsement, Elvis Presley sang a jingle for what product on a 1954 broadcast? | SOUTHERN MAID DONUTS |
| Equivalent to twenty bottles,which of these large bottles of champagne holds the greatest volume? | NEBUCHADNEZZAR |
| While making his seminal film "Citizen Kane," Orson Welles reportedly studied what other film over 40 times for tips? | STAGECOACH |
| In 1935,which of these famous men co-invented the perfusion pump,predecessor to the artificial heart? | CHARLES LINDBERGH |
| Located at the far left of the keyboard,the lowest note on an 88-key piano is known as the "Low" what? | A *CORRECT* |
| Which of these legendary baseball players had a dramatic end to his career,famously hitting a home run at his last at-bat? | TED WILLIAMS |
| Because it was unavailable in New England in 1621,which of these foods could not have been eaten at the first Thanksgiving? | SWEET POTATOES |
| The Tesla Roadster,the world's first electric sports car,is named for Nikola Tesla,the inventor of the what? | ALTERNATING CURRENT MOTOR |
| Murdered in 1985,zoologist Dian Fossey was buried with more than a dozen of her gorillas in what country? | RWANDA |
| Published in 1936,the first issue of Life magazine had a Margaret Bourke-White photo of a what on its cover? | DAM |
| Though born in the U.S.,which of these film directors is an English Baron? | CHRISTOPHER GUEST |
| While the first music video ever to air on MTV was by The Buggles,the second was by whom? | PAT BENATAR |
| To complete the Ironman Triathlon,one must swim,bike and run about how many miles in total? | 140 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these medical conditions is also known as "telangiectasia"? | SPIDER VEINS |
| In 2008, what one word did Google add to its sparse home page in order to conform with California law? | PRIVACY |
| Of these famous children's book authors, who was the only one to have had children? | ROALD DAHL |
| In its 30 years of flight ending in 2011, NASA's Space Shuttle Program flew how many missions? | 135 *CORRECT |
| Which of these is the title of an unfinished Mark Twain novel, first published 59 years after his death? | TOM SAWYER'S CONSPIRACY |
| A phillumenist is a collector of what? | MATCHBOOKS |
| Where would you likely find the warning "Contains Phenylalanine"? | CAN OF DIET SODA |
| From 2005 to 2011, what movie held the top spot as Netflix's most rented DVD? | CRASH |
| In 1997, in the first known "space funeral," whose ashes were released from a rocket into space? | TIMOTHY LEARY |
| The word "plagiarism" comes from the Latin word "plagiarius," meaning what? | KIDNAPPER |
| Which person is not one of the seven to have been granted honorary U.S. citizenship by Congress? | MAHATMA GANDHI |
| In 2009, Barack Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize,the first sitting U.S. president to do so since whom? | WOODROW WILSON |
| Boasting over 200 film credits,whom does Guinness list as "the most portrayed character in film"? | SHERLOCK HOLMES |
| What Elvis Presley song was originally a hit for blues singer Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton in 1953? | HOUND DOG |
| Suriphobia,which has nothing to do with the daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes,is the fear of what? | MICE |
| How many workers sit on a steel beam hundreds of feet in the air in the iconic 1932 photo "Lunch atop a Skyscraper"? | 11 *CORRECT* |
| After calcium,what is the second-most abundant mineral in the human body? | PHOSPHORUS |
| Until they were also discovered in Brazil in the 1720s,most of the world's diamonds came from what country? | INDIA |
| On the list of modern wedding anniversary gifts,what is given instead of the traditional first-year gift of paper? | CLOCKS |
| TV's "The Simpsons" is set in fictional Springfield,a sly reference to the locale of what '50s sitcom? | FATHER KNOWS BEST |
| Because its thick atmosphere filters out blue light,the surface of Venus appears to be mainly what color? | ORANGE |
| Martin Luther King,Jr. once famously said, "The arc of the moral universe is long,but it bends towards" what? | JUSTICE |
| Bromhidrosis is more commonly called what? | BODY ODOR |
| As of 2011,what is Africa's most populous country? | NIGERIA |
| Though it has since expired,in 1977 a patent was successfully obtained for which of these hairstyles? | COMBOVER |
| More common than "First" or "Main," what is the most popular street name in the U.S.? | SECOND |
| The $1,000 bill,which the U.S. stopped circulating in 1969,features a portrait of what president? | GROVER CLEVELAND |
| The first X-ray photograph taken of the human body was an image of the hand of what scientist's wife? | WILHELM ROENTGEN |
| In 1969,who became the first celebrity to make a guest appearance on "Sesame Street"? | JAMES EARL JONES |
| The first LEGOLAND theme park opened in 1968 in what country? | DENMARK |
| Strawberry Field,a favorite childhood hangout of John Lennon's,was what kind of establishment? | ORPHANAGE |
| Neander Valley,where original Neanderthal man remains were found,is located in what country? | GERMANY |
| Boasting over 200 film credits, whom does Guiness list as "the most portrayed character in film"? | SHERLOCK HOLMES |
| What event inspired the world's first ticker-tape parade? | STATUE OF LIBERTY DEDICATION |
| Which of these family TV sitcoms featured a married couple that was actually married in real life? | WEBSTER |
| What baseball player was the first to have his signature printed on a Louisville Slugger bat? | HONUS WAGNER |
| In France,the English Channel is known as "La Manche," meaning what? | THE SLEEVE |
| The Sazerac,a mix of rye whiskey,bitters and absinthe,is the official cocktail of what U.S. city? | NEW ORLEANS |
| Misinterpreted by Charles Manson, the Beatles song "Helter Skelter" alludes to what childhood amusement? | SLIDE |
| Debuting in 1997,what hunky actor was the very first celebrity guest on the long-running talk show "The View"? | TOM SELLECK |
| Which of these objects must weigh between 3 pounds,6 ounces and 3 pounds, 10 ounces? | AN OFFICIAL BOWLING PIN |
| What author's tombstone reads "So we beat on,boats against the current,borne back ceaselessly into the past"? | F. SCOTT FITZGERALD |
| What famously quotable female head of state once told her foreign minister, "Don't be so humble--you're not that great"? | GOLDA MEIR |
| On the human body,a second toe that is longer than the big toe is a harmless condition known as what? | MORTON'S TOE |
| Which of these planets' average orbital paths come closest to one another? | VENUS AND EARTH |
| Of these classic literary works,which is the only one completed by its author before his death? | THE DIVINE COMEDY |
| If you're good at the Kevin Bacon game,you can connect Marlon Brando directly to Kevin Bacon through which actor? | ROBERT DE NIRO |
| Which of these classic novels was first published when the author was only twenty years old? | FRANKENSTEIN |
| As of 2011,which of the following has never been a flavor of Ben & Jerry's ice cream? | DREAM A LITTLE CREAM |
| What well-known organization has the motto "For the benefit of all"? | NASA *CORRECT* |
| The rarely heard second verse of "The Star-Spangled Banner" begins what with phrase? | ON THE SHORE,DIMLY SEEN |
| Which of these adjectives is not one of the twelve featured in the Boy Scout Law? | CAREFUL |
| Before he adopted the "J," what was Michael J. Fox's middle name? | ANDREW |
| Where are Fraunhofer lines? | AROUND THE SUN |
| Though it's now known as "The Thinker," sculptor Auguste Rodin once gave his iconic statue what title? | THE POET |
| The prehistoric archaeopteryx is believed by many scientists to be an early specimen of which of these animal types? | BIRDS |
| In an infamous act of betrayal, Benedict Arnold arranged to surrender what military base to the British? | WEST POINT |
| According to the Census Bureau,when was the world's population approximately half of its 2012 total? | 1967 *CORRECT* |
| What company's stock has been a part of the Dow Jones Industrial Average the longest? | GENERAL ELECTRIC |
| Which of these dishes is named in honor of an Italian opera singer who was famous in the early 1900s? | TURKEY TETRAZZINI |
| In "The Catcher in the Rye," Holden Caulfield wanders Manhattan,visiting all but which of these famous NYC locales? | EMPIRE STATE BUILDING |
| As of 2011,which of the following is not the name of a color found in a 120-count box of Crayola crayons? | GRAY MATTER |
| What U.S. president was shot at twice at point-blank range,but survived because both guns misfired? | ANDREW JACKSON |
| What video game character lent its name to a human gene that affects finger and toe placement? | SONIC THE HEDGEHOG |
| The first thirteen games of the ancient Olympics featured what sole event? | FOOTRACE |
| What automaker's name is a word that means "modern" in its home country? | HYUNDAI |
| In Abbott & Costello's famous "Who's on First?" routine, what is the name of the team being discussed? | ST. LOUIS WOLVES |
| Who was the first U.S. president born a citizen of the newly independent United States of America? | MARTIN VAN BUREN |
| In 1920,the infamous con man Charles Ponzi duped investors in a fraudulent scheme involving what? | POSTAGE STAMPS |
| In "The Godfather," Michael Corleone learns his father has been shot after taking Kay to see what film? | THE BELLS OF ST.MARY'S |
| Which of these classic literary characters were created by the same author? | DR.JEKYLL & LONG JOHN SILVER |
| What culture's mythology holds that all life was created during a period known as "dreamtime"? | ABORIGINE |
| The "Pepperidge" in the name of the Pepperidge farm brand of baked goods refers to a what? | TYPE OF TREE |
| Which of these Best Picture-winning films features an Oscar statuette as a prop in one of its scenes? | THE GODFATHER |
| In the 1890s,heroin was introduced commercially to the U.S. by Bayer as a remedy for what ailment? | PERSISTENT COUGH |
| By tradition, what dish has been served daily at the restaurant of the U.S. Senate since the early 1900s? | BEAN SOUP |
| In 1980, the first 1-900 number was used for what television event? | REAGAN-CARTER DEBATE |
| On its fateful night,what precursor to "SOS" did the Titanic use when it first signaled on its radio for help? | CQD *CORRECT* |
| In the 1982 movie "Diner," what is the name of the diner where the main characters hang out? | FELLS POINT DINER |
| What state is home to Northwest Angle,the only land in the lower 48 states that is north of the 49th parallel? | MINNESOTA |
| Which of these government agencies is headquartered in Atlanta? | CDC *CORRECT* |
| Winner of the 2011 "Celebrity Apprentice," country star John Rich competed against all but which of these celebrities? | SINBAD |
| At the Royal Wedding,William and Kate shared a romantic balcony kiss as Grace,William's 3-year old goddaughter,did what? | COVERED HER EARS |
| In psychology,the tendency for people to believe they are above average is an "effect" named after what fictional town? | LAKE WOBEGON |
| What U.S. president's farewell address famously warned Americans against the "military-industrial complex"? | DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER |
| If you added Jackie Robinson's Dodgers jersey number to Babe Ruth's Yankees jersey number,what "sum" would you get? | 45 *CORRECT* |
| In an infamous act of betrayal, Benedict Arnold arranged to surrender what military base to the British? | WEST POINT |
| In his famous 1997 acceptance speech,an excited Cuba Gooding,Jr. used what phrase 14 times? | I LOVE YOU |
| Which of these Oscar-winning musicals stars a lead actress whose singing parts were largely dubbed? | MY FAIR LADY |
| According to James Cameron's "Titanic," paintings by all but which of these notable artists went down with the doomed vessel? | GEORGES SEURAT |
| In "Driving Miss Daisy," the first car that Hoke drives Miss Daisy in is a 1949 what? | HUDSON COMMODORE |
| In the classic 1939 film "Gone With The Wind," a "slap happy" Scarlett O'Hara wallops all but which of these characters? | MELANIE |
| In his Oscar-nominated role in "Tootsie," Dustin Hoffman's character dons a dress to land a part on what fictional soap? | SOUTHWEST GENERAL |
| Which of these is the title of two different movies--one nominated for Best Picture in 1953 and the other in 2002? | MOULIN ROUGE |
| Appearing briefly in the 2000 film about her life,the real Erin Brockovich is credited as "Julia,the" what? | WAITRESS |
| In the 2005 film "Brokeback Mountain," Ennis' only keepsake of his relationship with Jack is Jack's old what? | DENIM SHIRT |
| In a scene from "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest," the mental patients stare at a blank TV screen and pretend to watch what? | THE WORLD SERIES |
| In "Pulp Fiction," Christopher Walken delivers a humorous monologue about what treasured object? | A WATCH |
| What Oscar-winning film features the line "I believe God made me for a purpose,but he also made me fast"? | CHARIOTS OF FIRE |
| At the end of "The Deer Hunter," Meryl Streep's character leads the other mourners in a rendition of what song? | GOD BLESS AMERICA |
| In the 1999 film "American Beauty," Lester Burnham quits his job as an ad executive to work at what fictitious fast food joint? | MR. SMILEY'S |
| According to Pixar,when the house in "Up" floated across South America, how many balloons were holding it up? | 10,297 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these actors won an Oscar for a role in which he had a beard? | ROBIN WILLIAMS |
| The title of the Academy Award-winning song from "Slumdog Millionaire," "Jai Ho" roughly means what in Hindi? | LET THERE BE VICTORY |
| Shot in 1962,Marilyn Monroe's last film before her death was an unfinished screwball comedy with Dean Martin called what? | SOMETHING'S GOT TO GIVE |
| Which of these films is not a so-called "Big Five" film,a film that won Oscars in all top five categories? | ANNIE HALL |
| In its shocking twist ending,what character name in "The Usual Suspects" is revealed to have come from the bottom of a coffee cup? | KOBAYASHI |
| In "The Godfather," using a gun hidden in the restroom,Michael murders his father's assassins in what Italian restaurant? | LOUIS' |
| In a possible allusion to "Casablanca," a scene in "The Sting" involves a rigged roulette wheel landing on what? | BLACK 22 |
| While singing the title song in "Singin' In the Rain," Gene Kelly dances by all but which of these establishments? | LAUNDROMAT |
| Perhaps because he only ever won one competitive Oscar,whose statuette sold at a 2011 auction for almost a million dollars? | ORSON WELLES |
| Anthony Hopkins has said Hannibal Lecter's voice is a mix of Truman Capote,Kate Hepburn,and what movie character? | HAL 9000 *CORRECT* |
| Aside from voiceover narration,which of these actresses won her Oscar for a primarily non-speaking role? | HOLLY HUNTER |
| Which of these movies was nominated for 11 Academy Awards,only to win none of them? | THE COLOR PURPLE |
| The only person named "Oscar" ever to win an Oscar won in both 1942 and 1946 in what category? | BEST SONG |
| Which of these legendary actors is the only one to not appear in three different Best Picture Oscar-winning films? | AL PACINO |
| In the 2002 film "Catch Me If You Can," Leonardo DiCaprio uses what comic book character's name as an alias? | BARRY ALLEN |
| The oldest living Oscar winner is 102-year-old Luise Rainer,who won her first statuette in 1937 for what movie? | THE GREAT ZIEGFELD |
| In "Moonstruck," Cher's character says "You know,I don't think she was gonna die," after being taken to what Italian opera? | LA BOHEME |
| Known for creating strong female characters,Woody Allen's films have earned Oscars for all but which of these actresses? | JENNIFER TILLY |
| The youngest actor ever nominated for an Oscar was 8-year-old Justin Henry,who played the kid in what movie? | KRAMER VS.KRAMER |
| Boy,I got vision,and the rest of the world wears bifocals is a famous line from which of these classic Paul Newman movies? | BUTCH CASSIDY & THE SUNDANCE KID |
| The movie "Sideways" ends with Paul Giamatti's character finally uncorking his prized possession,a bottle of what wine? | 1961 CHEVAL BLANC |
| According to George Lucas,what character in 1977's "Star Wars" is the "driving force in the movie...the object of everybody's search"? | R2-D2 *CORRECT* |
| An Oscar winner for Best Screenplay,which of these slangy phrases does not appear in the very slangy film "Juno"? | IT'S A PASSPORT TO JERSEY |
| Said by Elizabeth Taylor in an Oscar-winning performance, "What a dump!" is originally a line from what Bette Davis film? | BEYOND THE FOREST |
| According to Hollywood lore,what 2007 Eddie Murphy critical flop ruined his chances of winning an Oscar for "Dreamgirls"? | NORBIT |
| Which of these Oscar-winning actresses won their statuette on their first nomination? | CHARLIZE THERON |
| In the infamous 1974 streaking incident, what surprised presenter quipped of the prankster's "shortcomings"? | DAVID NIVEN |
| Though the scene didn't end up in the final cut,what Oscar-nominated film originally ended with an enormous pie fight? | DR. STRANGELOVE |
| According to Harrison Ford,it came down to him and what other actor and "great dancer" to play Hans Solo in "Star Wars"? | CHRISTOPHER WALKEN |
| In his brief career,actor John Cazale appeared in just 5 movies,all Oscar-nominated,including all but which of these? | TAXI DRIVER |
| Ending with a "beautiful friendship," what's the first part of the famous last line of "Casablanca"? | I THINK IT IS THE BEGINNING OF |
| In the classic film "Citizen Kane," what is the name of the sled that replaces Kane's beloved Rosebud? | THE CRUSADER |
| Who beat out Jessica Tandy as the oldest winner of an Academy Award? | GEORGE BURNS |
| In "Dances With Wolves," what was the wolf's name that Kevin Costner danced with? | 2 SOCKS |
| What Oscar-nominated actor made his big-screen debut as Duke the Dog-Faced Boy in 1988's "Big Top Pee-wee"? | BENICIO DEL TORO |
| The host of the Oscars who made a comment about someone streaking was? | DAVID NIVEN |
| What does Diane Keaton say right before saying "La dee dah"? | "OH WELL" |
| According to the Academy,what actor was the first to receive a posthumous Oscar nomination? | JAMES DEAN |
| All but which of these famous movie lines earned its speaker an Academy Award for that role? | "I SEE DEAD PEOPLE." |
| "This is my rifle.There are many like it,but this one is mine" is a famous line from what Oscar-nominated war movie? | FULL METAL JACKET |
| In the Oscar-winning film "The English Patient," what object does Laszlo give Katharine as a symbol of their illicit love? | THIMBLE |
| As of 2012,which of these musical artists has never won an Oscar for Best Original Song? | BONO |
| In "Rocky," the "Italian Stallion" painfully battles Apollo Creed for a total of how many rounds? | 15 *CORRECT* |
| In "The Graduate," what is the name of the hotel where Benjamin and Mrs.Robinson have their trysts? | THE TAFT |
| In "Silence of The Lambs," Hannibal Lecter recounts a meal of fava beans,chianti and the liver of what unfortunate visitor? | CENSUS TAKER |
| For a climactic scene in the film "Suspicion," Alfred Hitchcock famously hid an illuminated light bulb inside a what? | GLASS OF MILK |
| Which of these nationality-related words has never appeared in the title of a film that won the Oscar for Best Picture? | GERMAN |
| Though he would grow up to win an Oscar,as a kid what actor had Ball's Palsy,a condition that partially paralyzes the face? | GEORGE CLOONEY |
| The only person named "Oscar" ever to win an Oscar won in both 1942 and 1946 in what category? | BEST SONG |
| In an act of protest,Marlon Brando sent what Native American woman to refuse his Oscar for "The Godfather"? | SACHEEN LITTLEFEATHER |
| According to Billy Crystal, when he hosts the Oscars,he keeps what toiletry item in his pocket as a good-luck charm? | TOOTHBRUSH |
| In "It's a Wonderful Life," George receives a message from his guardian angel inscribed in what book? | THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER |
| Exuberant recipients often comment on the heaviness of the Oscar statuette,which weighs in at what? | 8 1/2 POUNDS *CORRECT* |
| Which of these "good" movies was good enough to win two Academy Awards? | GOOD WILL HUNTING |
| According to his autobiography,which of these Oscar-nominated films is Bill Clinton's favorite movie? | HIGH NOON |
| Which of these directors is credited in one of his own Oscar-nominated films as "Man with Knife"? | ROMAN POLANSKI |
| Who was the first Australian-born actor to win an Academy Award? | GEOFFREY RUSH |
| In a famous line from the film "Amadeus," Emperor Joseph II critiques Mozart's latest composition by saying it has what? | TOO MANY NOTES |
| What Oscar-winning director's first feature-length film was the 1981 low-budget horror flick "Piranha 2:The Spawning"? | JAMES CAMERON |
| Melissa McCarthy has revealed that she based her Oscar-nominated role in "Bridesmaids" on what male celebrity? | GUY FIERI |
| In the film "Crash," Anthony and Peter carjack which of the following vehicles? | LINCOLN NAVIGATOR |
| In "Rain Man," the Best Picture of 1988,Beatles fan Raymond bonds with his brother singing what classic tune? | I SAW HER STANDING THERE |
| In "The Blind Side," Kathy Bates' "Miss Sue" tells Michael Oher that what school's football field is full of dead body parts? | UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE |
| The acclaimed 1976 satirical film "Network" centers on what fictional network? | UBS *CORRECT* |
| What is the only character in film that has won two different actors the Academy Award? | VITO CORLEONE |
| In the 1994 film "Forrest Gump," Forrest makes millions through an early investment in what company? | APPLE COMPUTERS |
| As of 2012,actors have won Oscars for playing all but which of the following British monarchs? | GEORGE V *CORRECT* |
| In what year did Joan Rivers first dish out one-liners in Oscars red carpet coverage for E!? | 1996 *CORRECT* |
| In both 2002's "Chicago" and 2003's "Bringing Down The House," Queen Latifah plays a character with what last name? | MORTON |
| In 1990,80-year-old Jessica Tandy broke whose record to become the oldest actor to win an Academy Award? | GEORGE BURNS |
| The Oscar-winning animated film "Wall-E" prominently features footage of what Oscar-nominated movie musical? | HELLO,DOLLY! |
| In 1986,which of these famous families became the first to have three generations of Oscar winners? | THE HUSTONS |
| In a famous scene from the 1960 classic film "The Apartment," Jack Lemmon's character strains spaghetti with his what? | TENNIS RACKET |
| For which of these classic films did every single one of its credited cast members receive an Oscar nomination? | WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? |
| What is the only Central American nation with English as its official language? | BELIZE |
| A resident of Sesame Street since 1969,green,garbage-loving Oscar the Grouch was originally what color? | ORANGE |
| When it runs out of names for tropical storms, the World Meteorological Organization uses what instead? | GREEK ALPHABET |
| Which of these hit songs is a prime example of the late '80s musical genre called "New Jack Swing"? | MY PREROGATIVE |
| The aptly titled Bugs Bunny cartoon "Rabbit of Seville" features music from a famous opera by what composer? | ROSSINI |
| During World War II, U.S. soldiers used the first commercial aerosol cans to hold what? | INSECTICIDE |
| Because they're written in common meter,most Emily Dickinson poems can easily be sung to what TV theme song? | GILLIGAN'S ISLAND |
| What president allowed his daughter to use the White House for her high school senior prom? | GERALD FORD |
| Quite the opposite of a tropical paradise,which of these U.S. states is home to a city named Kokomo? | INDIANA |
| In a memorable scene from "Ocean's Eleven," Brad Pitt's character gives a poker lesson to all but which of these actors? | CHRIS PINE |
| In 1929,the rights to what fictional character were donated to a London children's hospital? | PETER PAN |
| Before the American colonies switched to the Gregorian calendar,on what date did their new year start? | MARCH 25. |
| While still a teenager, which of these soft rocking crooners fought 22 fights as a welterweight boxer? | BILLY JOEL |
| As of 2011, which of these historic people has not been depicted on a Pez dispenser? | BENJAMIN FRANKLIN |
| What artist coined the word "mobile" to describe a type of moving sculpture popularized in the 1930s? | MARCEL DUCHAMP |
| By definition,a stertorous person does what noisily? | SNORES |
| According to Seth MacFarlane,the voice of Stewie on TV's "Family Guy" is based on what British actor? | REX HARRISON |
| In the "Rocky" film series,Adrian has what maiden name before becoming Mrs. Balboa? | PENNINO |
| After visiting the Moon,several Apollo astronauts have reported that moondust smells like what? | BURNT GUNPOWDER |
| What island is often identified on maps by its local name,Kalaallit Nunaat? | GREENLAND |
| Coffee beans are actually the pits of a sweet-tasting fruit called what? | COFFEE CHERRY |
| In her Oscar acceptance speech,what actress quipped "All I can say is I've loved being hated by you"? | LOUISE FLETCHER |
| Usually referred to by his first name,the Renaissance artist Michelangelo had what surname? | BUONARROTI |
| Though long associated with New York,the legendary Yankees has its origins in what other Eastern city? | BALTIMORE |
| Ironically,what Founding Father had a son who was declared an "enemy to the liberties of this country"? | BENJAMIN FRANKLIN |
| Which of these minor characters from TV's "Lost" does not share his name with a prominent philosopher? | RICHARD MALKIN |
| Long before Wrigley,Native Americans taught colonists to make chewing gum with resin from what evergreen? | SPRUCE |
| To end the Cuban missile crisis,the U.S. agreed to remove its nuclear missiles from what country? | TURKEY |
| In a military flag-folding ceremony,the U.S. flag is folded how many times until it becomes a triangle? | 12 *CORRECT* |
| "Uncle Sam" is the name of the largest what ever discovered in the U.S.? | DIAMOND |
| Approximately how much saliva does the average human adult produce each day? | QUART |
| A popular franchise got its start in 1950 when the Open Kettle of Quincy, MA changed its name to what? | DUNKIN' DONUTS |
| Consisting entirely of whistling,the unusual language Silbo Gomero is native to which of these places? | THE CANARY ISLANDS |
| Considered the fastest men in history,the Apollo 10 astronauts returning from the moon in 1969 reached what top speed? | 24,816 MILES PER HOUR *CORRECT* |
| In a classic "I Love Lucy" scene,Lucy and Ethel goof off on the assembly line at what chocolate factory? | KRAMER'S KANDY KITCHEN |
| When the "Mona Lisa" was stolen from the Louvre in 1911, which of these artists was questioned as a possible suspect? | PABLO PICASSO |
| According to the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America,which of these brands of candy is not kosher? | JOLLY RANCHER |
| Inspired by Farrah Fawcett's travel plans,the Gladys Knight hit "Midnight Train to Georgia" originally had what title? | MIDNIGHT PLANE TO HOUSTON |
| Before it spawned the word "pants," the term "Pantaloon" first referred to what? | AN ITALIAN THEATER CHARACTER |
| Before he became famous,which artist's illustrated children's stories including 1959's "Card Games are Fun"? | ANDY WARHOL |
| Airing as a radio spot on Christmas Eve 1926,what brand is credited with producing the first-ever commercial jingle? | WHEATIES |
| What novelist's best-known protagonists include Elizabeth Bennet,Emma Woodhouse and Elinor Dashwood? | JANE AUSTEN |
| What is Dora the Explorer's last name? | MARQUEZ |
| In 1764,a full round of golf at the famous Old Course at St.Andrew's consisted of playing not 18,but how many holes? | 22 *CORRECT* |
| The classic tales "The Lord of The Rings" and "Lord of the Flies" both feature a main character with what first name? | SAM |
| Before his writing career,what children's author was a dashing ladies' man and a spy during World War II? | ROALD DAHL |
| Though decades out of fashion,what 19-century president wore a powdered wig,knee breeches and a tricorner hat? | JAMES MONROE |
| What geological epoch are we currently living in? | HOLOCENE |
| Created by Sylvester Graham in 1829,Graham crackers were originally developed as part of a diet meant to do what? | DECREASE SEXUAL URGES |
| The first ever video posted on YouTube featured its co-founder,Jawed Karim standing in front of what? | ELEPHANTS AT THE ZOO |
| What action star's 1970 spot for "Mandom" cologne started the trend of American celebrities appearing in Japanese ads? | CHARLES BRONSON |
| In a Barbara Walters interview,how did Katharine Hepburn respond to the famous question, "What kind of a tree are you"? | AN OAK |
| Ms. magazine debuted in July of 1972 with what woman on its cover? | WONDER WOMAN |
| When baking in high altitudes -- over 3,500 feet -- Pillsbury recommends all but which of these things? | LOWERING OVEN TEMPERATURE |
| Twenty-five times the size of the Bonneville Salt Flats, the Salar de Uyuni Salt Flats are located where? | BOLIVIA |
| In Jonathan Swift's novel "Gulliver's Travels," Gulliver pays a visit to which of these nonfictional countries? | JAPAN |
| Inspired by Farrah Fawcett's travel plans, the Gladys Knight hit "Midnight train to Georgia" originally had what title? | MIDNIGHT PLANE TO HOUSTON |
| Which of these European nations is bordered by exactly two other countries? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| "Taoiseach" which means "leader" or "chief," is the official title of what country's prime minister? | IRELAND |
| In 2012, pop icon Beyonce gave birth to a daughter with what colorful, unusual name? | BLUE IVY |
| Which of these legendary actresses has lost the Best Actress Oscar a whopping 12 times? | MERYL STREEP |
| What Oscar-winning film's advance screening copies were labeled with the decoy title "Baby's Day Out 2"? | TITANIC |
| What First Lady is said to haunt the White House's East Room,where she hangs her laundry out to dry? | ABIGAIL ADAMS |
| Which of the following is the name of an advanced mathematics problem,and not a '70s sci-fi movie? | THE KATO CONJECTURE |
| The world's first nuclear reactor was built in 1942 in what unusual location on the Universirty of Chicago campus? | SQUASH COURT |
| A fun abbreviation to text for many Americans, "lol" is a word that means "fun" in what language? | DUTCH |
| Which of these TV newsmen interned for the CIA in college,causing some to allege that he is an active agent? | ANDERSON COOPER |
| According to a local legend,the original Garden of Eden is located on the remote island of Praslin where? | SEYCHELLES |
| According to the company, Chanel No.5 recreates a scent that perfumer Ernest Beaux whiffed while traveling where? | INSIDE THE ARCTIC CIRCLE |
| Even though he won the 2000 Nobel Prize for Literature,what writer's books are banned in his native country? | GAO XINGJIAN |
| Which of these obscure words refers to the plastic or metal tip at the end of a shoelace? | AGLET |
| A stylish New Yorker,what president refused to move into the White House until a member of the Tiffany family redecorated it? | CHESTER ARTHUR |
| Later changed at the request of one of its stars,which of these '70s TV shows was originally titled "Alley Cats"? | CHARLIE'S ANGELS |
| Ancient Babylon's Code of Hammurabi contains an early instance of the legal principle "lex talionis," better known as what? | AN EYE FOR AN EYE |
| Former House speaker Newt Gingrich once stated in an interview that he thought what actor should play him in a movie? | BRAD PITT |
| What religious phrase dates back to 1896 when it was the subtitlle of a book by Kansas minister Charles M. Sheldon? | WHAT WOULD JESUS DO? |
| Like the U.S., which of these countries also saw a massive "gold rush" in the mid-19th century? | AUSTRALIA |
| Which of these South American capital cities is not located on a coast? | BOGOTI |
| Bitterballen,deep-fried meatballs with mustard,are a traditional treat of what European nation? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| Featuring participants slathered in olive oil,what nation has hosted the Kirkpinar wrestling festival since 1346? | TURKEY |
| In 2008,what star NFL quarterback infamously revealed he did not know games could end in ties? | DONOVAN MCNABB |
| Which of these is not one of the many royal titles held by Prince Charles? | DUKE OF EDINBURGH |
| A key part of Watergate,the "18 1/2 Minute gap" is an erased portion of a taped conversation between Richard Nixon and whom? | H.R. HALDEMAN |
| A standard barrel of oil holds roughly how many gallons? | 42 *CORRECT* |
| Before taking its current name,what Internet company was originally called BackRub? | |
| Khrushchev's 1960 "shoe-banging" outburst at the U.N. was in response to a delegate from what nation? | THE PHILIPPINES |
| As of 2011,what magazine's circulation of 24 million is the largest in the U.S.? | AARP THE MAGAZINE |
| Refusing the Secret Service,what First Lady was given her own gun and later wrote, "I carried it religiously"? | ELEANOR ROOSEVELT |
| Whose poem "Parliament of Fowls" is believed to contain the first-ever reference to Valentine's Day as a day for lovers? | GEOFFREY CHAUCER |
| Which of these rooms in the White House is also oval-shaped,like the Oval Office? | DIPLOMATIC RECEPTION ROOM |
| Who once endorsed an apple drink in Japan because his name sounds like the Japanese word for "apple"? | RINGO STARR |
| Eventually revealing GENERAL HOSPITAL,what was the first letter Vanna White ever turned on "Wheel of Fortune"? | T *CORRECT* |
| Who coined the word "pandemonium" as a name for the capital of Hell? | JOHN MILTON |
| "Borborygmi" is the technical name for a bodily condition more commonly referred to as what? | GROWLING STOMACH |
| Which of these common Mexican food items was actually invented in California in the late 1940s? | TORTILLA CHIPS |
| Meaning "to obstruct," the verb "stymie" derives from an outdated rule about blocking an opponent's ball in what game? | GOLF |
| The Statue of Freedom,which sits atop the U.S. Capitol Building dome,depicts what? | WOMAN WEARING A HELMET |
| Though usually translated as "Seize The Day," Latin scholars will point out that "Carpe Diem" literally means what? | PLUCK THE DAY |
| Pee-wee Herman came up with his stage name after spying the words "Pee-wee" written on a small what? | HARMONICA |
| In 1966,a famous "Black & White" masked ball was hosted at New York's Plaza Hotel by what well-known author? | TRUMAN CAPOTE |
| The planet Venus is surrounded by a thick layer of clouds composed of what concentrated substance? | SULFURIC ACID |
| The runaway winner of the Associated Press 2011 Female Athlete of the Year award,Abby Wambach is a what? | SOCCER PLAYER |
| The disputed academic theory of "Oxfordianism" holds that Edward de Vere actually wrote what famous author's works? | WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE |
| The longest place name in the U.S., Chargoggagoggoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg is a lake located in what state? | MASSACHUSETTS |
| The Henry Ford Museum displays a test tube that allegedly holds what odd memento of Ford's hero,Thomas Edison? | HIS BREATH |
| In the title of a classic novel by James Fenimore Cooper,what character is considered "The Last of the Mohicans"? | UNCAS |
| At the 1927 Thanksgiving Day Parade,Macy's debuted its official balloon in the form of what character? | FELIX THE CAT |
| Besides Abraham Lincoln,who is the only other signer of the Emancipation Proclamation? | WILLIAM SEWARD |
| Real-life serial killer Ed Gein is said to have at least partially inspired all but which of these horror films? | FRIDAY THE 13TH |
| Truman Capote's groundbreaking book "In Cold Blood" was first published in serial form in what magazine? | THE NEW YORKER |
| Which of these historic events happened the same year actress Betty White was born? | USSR WAS FORMED |
| Though she rarely left her house,which of these poets loved baking,and often sent cakes to her neighbors? | EMILY DICKINSON |
| The humorous "Godwin's Law" theory says that if an online discussion gets long enough,what figure will inevitably be mentioned? | HITLER |
| Muenster is a semisoft cheese that is named after a city in what European country? | FRANCE |
| Which of these actresses is named after her birthplace,a small town in Minnesota? | WINONA RYDER |
| What celebrity animal is buried near the Seine River in a French cemetery named Cimetire des Chiens? | RIN TIN TIN |
| While "web" was the American Dialect Society's "Word of the 1990s," what was its "Word of the Twentieth Century"? | JAZZ |
| Of the following wildly successful businessmen,which is the only one that is not dyslexic? | WARREN BUFFETT |
| As of 2011,what actress has won more Primetime Emmy Awards than any other performer? | CLORIS LEACHMAN |
| Featuring a less rounded shape,what car's 2012 model is marketed with the slogan "More power,less flower"? | VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE |
| Located outside the Guggenheim Bilbao,Jeff Koon's 43-ft. tall sculpture "Puppy" is covered with what unusual material? | FLOWERS |
| While Aretha Franklin sang at the inauguration,who performed at the Obamas' first official state dinner? | JENNIFER HUDSON |
| The person often credited with firing the first shot for the North in the Civil War was also credited with doing what? | INVENTING BASEBALL |
| In a famous scene in "Meet The Parents," an irate Ben Stiller asks if which of these terms is okay to say on an airplane? | BOMBARDLER |
| What U.S. President had the most children,fathering 15 kids over a period of 45 years? | JOHN TYLER |
| In 1961,curators at New York's MoMA discovered that for 47 days they had displayed what Henri Matisse work upside-down? | LE BATEAU |
| Given it's 140-character limit,one Twitter tweet is not long enough for the first sentence of which of these novels? | THE CATCHER IN THE RYE |
| What famous author was also an inventor who received three patents,including one for a device to replace suspenders? | MARK TWAIN |
| What famous landmark's name means "Gate of Heavenly Peace"? | TIANANMEN SQUARE |
| In the 18th century,the now-famous Madame Tussaud made her first wax figure in the likeness of what Frenchman? | VOLTAIRE |
| Which of these acclaimed filmmakers directed the video for Michael Jackson's 1987 single "Bad"? | MARTIN SCORSESE |
| Billionaire Howard Hughes reportedly spent the last years of his life watching what movie over and over? | ICE STATION ZEBRA |
| In 1972,the U.S. gave what animals to China in exchange for the pandas Ling-Ling and Hsing-Hsing? | MUSK OXEN |
| A popular variety of asparagus shares its name with what First Lady? | MARTHA WASHINGTON |
| What happens when unopened cans of Pepsi and Diet Pepsi are put in a tank of water at room temperature? | PEPSI SINKS,DIET PEPSI FLOATS |
| Which of these cities does not appear in the title of a film that won the Academy Award for Best Picture? | PHILADELPHIA |
| Which of these colorfully-titled '80s movies made the most money at the box office? | PURPLE RAIN |
| Shakespeare's play "Henry IV, Part I" is credited with introducing what food term into the English language? | SKIM MILK |
| Which of these familiar brands was named for its creator's favorite childhood song? | SWEET N' LOW |
| An early race of humans,the Cro-Magnons are named after a cave in what country? | FRANCE |
| The sheer netting used in most bridal veils,the fabric called tulle is named for what? | A TOWN IN FRANCE |
| According to symbolic tradition,which popular wedding flower is said to literally say "I love you"? | RED CHRYSANTHEMUM |
| Often taken to mean "good luck," the Hebrew phrase "mazel tov" can be literally translated as "good" what? | CONSTELLATION |
| A popular real-life destination for eloping couples,the Scottish town of Gretna Green is referenced in what classic novel? | PRIDE AND PREJUDICE |
| Long before you could buy them at Jared's,what ancient people believed diamonds were tears of the gods? | GREEKS |
| In "The Wedding Singer," the title character is attacked by a father-of-the-bride after a bitter rendition of what song? | LOVE STINKS |
| In France,the traditional wedding cake is known as a "croquembouche" and consists of a giant tower of what? | CREAM PUFFS |
| Of these elements,which is the only one not combined with gold to make "white gold" wedding rings? | LITHIUM |
| According to English superstitions,it is good luck to find what surprise in your wedding dress? | A SPIDER |
| Which of Elizabeth Taylor's seven husbands was she married to the longest? | RICHARD BURTON |
| Which of these names is not one of the aliases used by Vince Vaughn or Owen Wilson in the 2005 film "Wedding Crashers"? | JEBEDIAH CRUMP |
| What happily married singer's 1989 wedding in Las Vegas is one of the few lasting celeb nupitals to take place there? | JON BON JOVI |
| In a trend,more couples are being married by friends ordained online by the Universal Life Church,whose creed is simply what? | DO ONLY THAT WHICH IS RIGHT |
| Seen at the fanciest of weddings,the type of service where waiters serve each guest from a platter is called what? | RUSSIAN SERVICE |
| Having outfitted millions of brides all across the U.S.,the first David's Bridal shop opened in 1950 in what city? | FORT LAUDERDALE, FL |
| Often played at the end of a wedding ceremony,Mendelssohn's "Wedding March" was composed for what Shakespeare play? | A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM |
| What is the last word of the Elizabeth Barrett Browning poem that begins,"How do I love thee?Let me count the ways"? | DEATH |
| In Colonial America,what household item was often given in place of an engagement ring? | THIMBLE |
| Who was the only U.S. president to get married at the White House? | GROVER CLEVELAND |
| The familiar song known as "Here Comes The Bride" comes from the opera "Lohengrin," in which it plays for a bride named what? | ELSA |
| For good luck on their wedding day,Greek brides have a tradition of slipping what object into their gloves? | A SUGAR CUBE |
| In July 1982,who presided over a mass wedding of 2,075 couples at Madison Square Garden? | REV. SUN MYUNG MOON |
| Because gold is so coveted there,in what country are brides often draped in more than a kilo of gold jewelry? | INDIA |
| Because they mate for life,what animal was traditionally given by Korean grooms to the mother of the bride? | WILD GOOSE |
| Which of Bravo's "Real Housewives" claims she has accepted a marriage proposal a shocking nineteen times? | DANIELLE STAUB |
| Which of these famous people was never married to his first cousin? | SALVADOR DALI |
| Though her 2008 wedding was private,Beyonce's 2011 video for "I Was Here" revealed footage of what special moment? | HER TRYING ON HER WEDDING DRESS |
| Queen Victoria's 1840 wedding is credited with popularizing what tradition? | WHITE BRIDAL GOWN |
| In 1994,what TV show broke ground depicting a gay marriage between inkeepers Ron and Erick? | NORTHERN EXPOSURE |
| At the end of a Czech wedding,it is customary to shower the couple with what instead of rice? | PEAS |
| Because "he would never have presumed to take such liberty," Queen Victoria proposed to what first cousin of hers? | ALBERT |
| At the end of "When Harry Met Sally," the couple recalls serving what flavor wedding cake with chocolate sauce "on the side"? | COCONUT |
| When Big marries Carrie in "Sex and The City," he whispers "Ever thine,ever mine,ever ours," a line from whose famous love letter? | BEETHOVEN |
| In what country is it especially lucky to serve a whole fish at a wedding,since the word for "fish" sounds like "abundance"? | CHINA |
| According to legend,what did Guinevere's father give King Arthur as a wedding gift? | THE ROUND TABLE |
| As your florist can tell you,a tussie-mussie bouquet is most similar to what other kind of bouquet? | NOSEGAY |
| On the series finale of "The Golden Girls," Dorothy becomes "Mrs. Lucas Hollingsworth" by marrying Blanche's what? | UNCLE |
| Frequently heard at weddings,Johann Pachelbel's famous canon is in what key? | D MAJOR |
| In 2011,William and Kate left the royal wedding in a vintage model of what make with the license plate "JU5T WED"? | ASTON MARTIN |
| In "Rocky II," the Italian Stallion proposes to his girlfriend Adrian on a cold,snowy day at what location? | ZOO |
| In the 1994 comedy "Four Weddings and a Funeral," which of these pairs does not wed at one of the four weddings? | SCARLETT & DAVID |
| In "Wuthering Heights," what does Catherine give as the reason that she cannot marry her beloved Heathcliff? | HIS SOCIAL STATUS |
| If you wanted to write a special poem for a bride and groom on their wedding day,you could technically call it a what? | EPITHALAMIUM |
| The series finale of the original "Beverly Hills,90210" ends with the gang boogying down to what song at Donna and David's wedding? | CELEBRATION |
| Popular at weddings and beyond,the "Big Three" varietals of the U.S. wine industry include all but which of the following? | WHITE ZINFANDEL |
| The word "bride" is thought to derive from the ancient European verb root "bru-," which means what? | TO COOK |
| In a 1978 "Muppet Show" episode,Kermit's wedding to Miss Piggy is disrupted at the last moment by a what? | BOOMERANG FISH |
| In 2008,a National Science Foundation survey said what nation's residents are the happiest in the world? | DENMARK |
| Which of these women's engagement rings famously featured an enormous,2.8 carat green emerald? | JACQUELINE KENNEDY |
| What poet wrote the marriage advice, "Whenever you're wrong,admit it; whenever you're right,shut up"? | OGDEN NASH |
| Contrary to popular belief,Robert E. Lee's surrender took place not in a courthouse,but in whose home? | THE MCLEANS |
| A staple at Jewish weddings and Bar Mitzvahs,"Hava Nagila" is a Hebrew folk song that means "Let us" what? | REJOICE |
| What popular movie features a comical priest who declares "Mawage is wot bwings us togeder today"? | THE PRINCESS BRIDE |
| As opposed to a ring bearer,the traditional job of a wedding page boy is to do what? | CARRY THE BRIDE'S TRAIN |
| Because it's considered good luck to see one on your wedding day,couples in England often hire a what to attend their nupitals? | CHIMNEY SWEEP |
| Since 1962,jousting has been the official sport of what U.S. state? | MARYLAND |
| Often standing up to lions and leopards,what mammal holds the Guinness title as "World's Most Fearless Animal"? | HONEY BADGER |
| The word "tabloid" was originally trademarked in 1884 as the brand name for a new type of what? | PILL |
| As the result of a duel,what president harbored a bullet near his heart for the last 39 years of his life? | ANDREW JACKSON |
| Who was the only U.S. president to get married at the White House? | GROVER CLEVELAND |
| What is the last word of the Elizabeth Barrett Browning poem that begins, "How do I love thee? Let me count the ways"? | DEATH |
| According to legend, what did Guinevere's father give King Arthur as a wedding gift? | THE ROUND TABLE |
| In 1986, who became the first female comic invited to sit down with Johnny Carson after her set on the "Tonight Show"? | ELLEN DEGENERES |
| Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, a leading counterterrorism expert in the U.S., was also a lead guitarist for what band? | THE DOOBIE BROTHERS |
| Which of these devices needs to take into account Albert Einstein's theory of relativity to work properly? | GPS RECEIVERS |
| During the "baby boom" era that lasted from 1946 to 1964,about how many babies were born in the U.S.? | 76 MILLION *CORRECT* |
| In pirate lingo,what does it mean to "splice the mainbrace"? | HAVE A DRINK |
| According to legend,what president is credited with inspiring the Maxwell House slogan "Good to the last drop"? | THEODORE ROOSEVELT |
| What did Charles Darwin once call "the most peculiar and the most human of all expressions"? | BLUSHING |
| The name of the Arab television network Jazeera literally means what? | THE ISLAND |
| What does John Lennon actually say at the end of "Strawberry Fields Forever" that is often misheard as "I buried Paul"? | CRANBERRY SAUCE |
| "Which of these lines does not appear in the chorus of Martina McBride's classic country song "Independence Day"? | LET THE WHOLE WORLD SING |
| "Dying days later,what U.S. president is thought to have contracted cholera from iced milk and cherries at a 4th of July celebration?" | ZACHARY TAYLOR |
| "In Chicago's "Saturday In The Park," the singer sees all but which of the following in a park on a day he "thinks" is the 4th of July?" | PEOPLE RUNNING |
| In "Independence Day," "POTUS" Bill Pullman vows to fight for freedom "not from tyranny,oppression,or persecution,but from" what? | ANNIHILATION |
| What patriotic state is home to the towns North Liberty,West Liberty,New Liberty and Libertyville? | IOWA |
| Serving as a messenger during the Revolutionary War,who was the only U.S. president to be held as a prisoner of war? | ANDREW JACKSON |
| After his apparent assassination in a 2007 issue,the mantle of Captain America was taken over by what Steve Rogers sidekick? | BUCKY BARNES |
| Which of these cities is not mentioned in the lyrics to Lee Greenwood's patriotic song "God Bless The USA"? | PHOENIX |
| Long served as a July 4th-friendly fruit,watermelon surprisingly became what state's official "vegetable" in 2007? | OKLAHOMA |
| How many red stripes of the American flag are visible on the cover of Bruce Springsteen's album, "Born In The U.S.A."? | THREE |
| Though he famously sang on 4th of July in nearby Ashbury Park,Bruce Springsteen was born in what Jersey Shore town? | LONG BRANCH |
| On July 4,2009,Joey Chestnut set a new world record when he consumed how many hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes? | 68 *CORRECT* |
| What year marked the first time the U.S. celebrated July 4th with an official display of fireworks? | 1777 *CORRECT* |
| If you played the July 4th "greased watermelon" pool game on the continent where the fruit originated,you'd be where? | AFRICA |
| Which of these phrases appears in both the Declaration of Independence and the Gettysburg Address? | ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL |
| Allegedly held by four immigrants to prove who was the most patriotic,the first winner of Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest was what? | AN IRISHMAN |
| Which of these Founding Fathers signed both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution? | BENJAMIN FRANKLIN |
| Many vexillologists have poked holes in the famous legend associated with what Revolutionary War figure? | BETSY ROSS |
| Popular on holiday playlists,what CCR song contains the line "I can remember the Fourth of July"? | BORN ON THE BAYOU |
| Because her house was too small,Mary Pickersgill chose to sew the huge "Star Spangled Banner" flag at a Baltimore what? | BREWERY |
| Many historians believe Paul Revere made his famous midnight ride on a horse with what name? | BROWN BEAUTY |
| Who is the only U.S. president to be born on the Fourth of July? | CALVIN COOLIDGE |
| "According to local lore,what city's residents became the first Americans to delcare independence on May 20,1775"? | "CHARLOTTE,NORTH CAROLINA" |
| "Though it soon became worthless," what was the name of the currency used by the Colonies during the American Revolution? | CONTINENTALS |
| Sitting just across a river from each other,what two cities jointly celebrate Canada Day and the Fourth of July with a huge fireworks display? | DETROIT AND WINDSOR |
| "In 1817,Fourth of July celebrations included the start of construction on what public works project?" | ERIE CANAL |
| "At the end of "North by Northwest," Eva Marie Saint dangles perilously just below which president on Mt. Rushmore"? | GEORGE WASHINGTON |
| Before it was set to music,the first line of the poem that became "America The Beautiful" read "O beautiful,for" what? | HALCYON SKIES |
| "In a non-leap year,an alternate way of wishing someone a good Fourth of July is saying what"? | """HAPPY 185TH DAY OF THE YEAR!""" |
| "Measuring 255 ft. by 505 ft,the largest U.S. flag ever made debuted in 1996 when it was hung from what landmark?" | HOOVER DAM |
| "Spoken in the 1929 short "The Karnival Kid," the first line ever uttered by Mickey Mouse was which of these 4th of July faves"? | """HOT DOGS!""" |
| "Though it was still under construction,who was the first U.S. president to live in the White House"? | JOHN ADAMS |
| Who wrote of a person's right to "life,liberty and estate" years before Thomas Jefferson tweaked the phrase in 1776? | JOHN LOCKE |
| What singer pioneered "personalized" versions of the national anthem with this nontraditional arrangement at the 1968 World Series? | JOSE FELICIANO |
| Which of these actors has never portrayed Abraham Lincoln? | KEVIN KLINE |
| Thomas Jefferson is credited with inventing all but which of the following? | LAZY SUSAN |
| Beginning with the words "I celebrate myself," what classic American work of literature was first published on July 4th? | LEAVES OF GRASS |
| The hopeful song "America" in the Broadway musical "West Side Story" contains all but which of these lines? | LIVING A DREAM IN AMERICA |
| Which of these inspirational events in American history took place on the Fourth of July? | "LOU GEHRIG'S "LUCKIEST MAN SPEECH" |
| "What country's quest for independence began with a priest's fiery 1810 speech known as "The Cry of Dolores"? | MEXICO |
| "Celebrating the 4th since 1785,what state's town of Bristol is home to America's oldest Independence Day parade"? | RHODE ISLAND |
| Suspicious of increasing federal power,what was the only state to boycott the 1787 Constitutional Convention? | RHODE ISLAND |
| At the 1969 Woodstock festival,Jimi Hendrix played a famous virtuoso rendition of what patriotic song? | STAR-SPANGLED BANNER |
| "From 1946 to 1962,what country also celebrated its independence on July 4th,the day it was no longer a U.S. territory"? | THE PHILLIPPINES |
| What classic baseball movie features a night game backlit by Fourth of July fireworks? | THE SANDLOT |
| Fittingly titled "Independence Day," which of these TV shows has a series finale that takes place on the Fourth of July? | THE WONDER YEARS |
| With a thermometer he bought for the occassion,what Founding Father recorded a high of 76 degrees on July 4,1776? | THOMAS JEFFERSON |
| "Long before burgers took hold,President Tyler on July 4,1841 served guests a soup made from what other meat? | TURTLE |
| Before writing his influential pamphlet,"Common Sense," American Founding Father Thomas Paine worked as a what? | CORSETMAKER |
| Making it notoriously difficult to sing,"The Star-Spangled Banner" spans a musical interval known as a what? | TWELFTH |
| The part of the United States flag that is a blue field with white stars is known as which of the following? | UNION |
| In "Born on the Fourth of July," the real-life subject of the film Ron Kovic makes a cameo appearance playing a what? | WORLD WAR II VETERAN |
| Whipped up by a chef running out of supplies,which of these all-American dishes was allegedly first served on July 4,1924? | CAESAR SALAD |
| In the first U.S.-published cookbook,1796's ""American Cookery,""" the apple pie recipe calls for which of these ingredients? | ROSE WATER |
| Based on true events,which of these films opens with a scene of a murder taking place on the Fourth of July? | ZODIAC |
| To create a fireworks display that was red,white and blue,you would likely use all but which of these chemical elements? | BARIUM |
| John Hancock may have been the first,but who,months later,was the last person to sign the Declaration of Independence? | THOMAS MCKEAN |
| Many historians believe Paul Rever made his famous midnight ride on a horse with what name? | BROWN BEAUTY |
| In "Independence Day," "POTUS" Bill Pullman vows to fight for freedom "not from tyranny, oppression, or persecution, but from" what? | ANNIHILATION |
| Long before burgers took hold, President Tyler on July 4th, 1841 served guests a soup made from what other meat? | TURTLE |
| Dying days later, what U.S. president is thought to have contracted cholera from iced milk and cherries at a 4th of July celebration? | ZACHARY TAYLOR |
| All but which of these classic movie posters features an American flag? | THE DEER HUNTER |
| To Chief Brody's dismay in "Jaws," the decision to not close Amity's beaches for July 4th is made by the mayor named what? | VAUGHN |
| Later replaced by Lady Liberty,the female personification of the United States was a young woman named what? | COLUMBIA |
| Born July 4th,1826,Stephen Foster famously wrote "Camptown Races," "My Old Kentucky Home" and which of these tunes? | OH! SUSANNA |
| At what event did Patrick Henry deliver his "give me liberty,or give me death" speech? | VIRGINIA CONVENTION |
| In "National Treasure," Nicolas Cage quotes a line from the Declaration of Independence that includes all but which of these phrases? | INSURE DOMESTIC TRANQUILITY |
| Which of these iconic lines from "2001:A Space Odyssey" appears in the novel,but not the film? | "OH MY GOD--IT'S FULL OF STARS!" |
| The most famous gunfight of the American Old West,the gunfight at the O.K. Corral lasted about how long? | 30 SECONDS |
| What male star appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" 26 times,making him her most frequent male celebrity guest? | CHRIS ROCK |
| What is Eyjafjallajokull? | A VOLCANO IN ICELAND |
| According to the Oxford University Press,what is the most commonly used noun in the English language? | TIME |
| Unbeknownst to most parkgoers,"Club 33" is a hidden,super-exclusive restaurant located in what part of Disneyland? | NEW ORLEANS SQUARE |
| What words are on the official flag of the Salvation Army? | BLOOD AND FIRE |
| Considered a key piece in human evolution,the Australopithecus afarensis fossil known as Lucy is about how old? | 3.2 MILLION YEARS OLD |
| Meaning "being resentful," the phrase "having a chip on your shoulder" is said to derive from dockworkers carrying "chips" of what? | WOOD |
| Known for classic toys,the Wham-O company got its name from the sound made by which of its products? | SLINGSHOT |
| Awarded a Fulbright Scholarship for engineering,what action hero quit MIT after two weeks to pursue acting? | DOLPH LUNDGREN |
| The Dalai Lama's followers often refer to him as "Kundun," a Tibetan word meaning what? | THE PRESENCE |
| In all of the English language,there are only two commonly used words that have what ending? | #NAME? |
| Though he does not drink coffee,what musician and Seattle native hit it big by investing in Starbucks in the 1980s? | KENNY G |
| Long of interest to scientists,the Brazilian town of Candido Godoi is known for producing children who are what? | TWINS |
| Considered a god of healing,which of these deities is mentioned in the classic Hippocratic oath? | APOLLO |
| In 1911,what explorer beat a rival by five weeks to become the first man to reach the South Pole? | ROALD AMUNDSEN |
| At what Spanish landmark did Columbus win the support of Isabella and Ferdinand to set sail for the New World? | THE ALHAMBRA |
| Before it became the ubiquitous birthday tune,the song "Happy Birthday to You" had what title? | GOOD MORNING TO ALL |
| When founded in 1946,the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention focused on what disease? | MALARIA |
| Which of these was not one of the four original Kellogg's Pop-Tarts flavors? | CHERRY |
| Usually considered to be the world's southernmost city,Ushuaia is located in what country? | ARGENTINA |
| In the 1911 novel "The Phantom of the Opera," what is the Phantom's name? | ERIK |
| In 2005,chess legend Bobby Fischer avoided deportation to the U.S. when he was granted citizenship where? | ICELAND |
| King Gustav of Sweden once said "Sir,you are the greatest athelete in the world" to what legendary Olympian? | JIM THORPE |
| Which of these popular games was an Olympic sport from 1900 to 1920? | TUG OF WAR |
| Competiting in 2012,Olympic weightlifter Holley Mangold is the younger sister of Nick Mangold,the center for what NFL team? | NEW YORK JETS |
| Before he was a Kardashian,Bruce Jenner set a world record when he won what final event of the '76 Olympic decathlon? | 1500 METERS |
| Charlotte Cooper,the first woman to win an individual Olympic gold medal,won in 1900 in what sport? | TENNIS |
| At the 1936 Olympics in Berlin,the U.S. men won the first basketball gold medal with a 19 to 8 victory over what country? | CANADA |
| Better known as "Olympic Fanfare," the rousing theme heard in Olympics TV coverage is officiallly named what? | BUGLER'S DREAM |
| Which of these NBA stars is one of a select group of athletes to have lit the Olympic Cauldron? | STEVE NASH |
| The tradition of the torch relay,which starts in Greece and ends in the host city,debuted at what Olympic Games? | 1936 BERLIN |
| In 1984 Carl Lewis repeated Jesse Owens' 1936 feat by winning gold medals in all but which of these events? | HIGH JUMP |
| In a strange instance of early "doping," Thomas Hicks won the 1904 Olympic marathon after taking what? | BRANDY AND STRYCHNINE |
| In equestrian dressage,a horse that is "piaffing" is doing what? | TROTTING IN PLACE |
| Future U.S. army general George Patton placed fifth in what sport at the 1912 Summer Olympics? | PENTATHLON |
| Before Kerri Strug,Shun Fujimoto competed in pommel horse and rings at the '76 Olympics despite having a broken what? | KNEE |
| At the start of each Olympic games,one athlete recites the Olympic Oath,which contains all but which of these phrases? | THE GOODWILL OF OUR NATIONS |
| Alice Coachman became the first African-American woman to win an Olympic gold medal when she placed first in what event? | HIGH JUMP |
| While competiting in the Olympics,what NBA star one jumped over the head of a 7-foot tall French player and dunked? | VINCE CARTER |
| Before she turned her focus to golf,Babe Didrikson Zaharias won medals in all but which of these Olympic events? | STEEPLECHASE |
| In the Olympics,rhythmic gymnasts may use all of the following as props except which? | BATON |
| Which of the following is not one of the sixteen methods by which the U.S. Postal Service delivers mail? | BY SUBMARINE |
| Whose career was rejuvenated after singing "When The Saints Go Marching In" at the '84 Olympics opening ceremony? | ETTA JAMES |
| The first member of the British Royal Family to compete in the Olympics,in 1976 Princess Anne placed 24th in what sport? | EQUESTRIAN |
| A.C. Gilbert,an Olympic gold medal pole-vaulter,invented what popular toy? | ERECTOR SET |
| In 2008,Michael Phelps won the 100m butterfly by just 0.01 second,when he edged out a competitor from what country? | SERBIA |
| At the 1928 Olympics,rower Bobby Pearce still went on to win gold even though he stopped in the middle of a race to do what? | LET DUCKS GO BY |
| Which of these Olympians was not a member of the "Magnificent Seven," the women's gymnastics team that won gold in 1996? | CARLY PATTERSON |
| Gold medals from every Summer Olympics since 1912 have been won by a former,current or future student of what school? | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA |
| Making his official debut at the Munich games in 1972,who was the first official mascot of the Summer Olympics? | WALDI THE DACHSHUND |
| Up until the 1952 games,all but which of the following were competitions in the Olympic Games? | CUISINE |
| Translating to "Faster,Higher,Stronger," what is the official Latin motto of the Olympic Games? | CITIUS,ALTIUS,FORTIUS |
| What U.S. city was the first to host an Olympic Games? | ST.LOUIS |
| What country trails only the U.S., the Soviet Union and Germany for all-time most Olympic medals? | GREAT BRITAIN |
| The first amputee track athlete to compete in the Olympics,Oscar "Blade Runner" Pistorius hails from what country? | SOUTH AFRICA |
| Long before he became Tarzan,future Olympian Johnny Weissmuller took up swimming as a way to treat what condition? | POLIO |
| At the first modern Olympic Games held in 1896,participants competed in all but which of these sports? | BOXING |
| At the 1988 Olympics,Greg Louganis won gold despite hitting his head on the springboard during what dive? | REVERSE 2 1/2 SOMERSAULT PIKE |
| According to Greek legend,what did the first-ever "marathon" runner say when he reached Athens,before dropping dead? | "WE HAVE WON!" |
| In 1896, James B. Connolly became the first Olympic champion in about 1500 years when he placed first in what event? | TRIPLE JUMP |
| Consisting of NBA superstars like Magic Johnson and Larry Bird,the 1992 "Dream Team" defeated what country to win gold? | CROATIA |
| Long before corporate-sponsored uniforms,which statement was true about the dress of most ancient Olympians? | THEY WERE NUDE |
| Though most ancient Olympians ate a variety of foods,the sprinting champion Charmis espoused a diet of only what? | DRIED FIGS |
| At the '52 Olympics,three Americans won gold in shot put,discus and javelin,all wearing the same sweaty what for good luck? | SWEATSHIRT |
| After winning the 100-meter gold in 2008,Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt divulged that earlier that day he'd eaten what? | MCDONALD'S CHICKEN MCNUGGETS |
| A strong rower himself before retiring due to mono,which of these actors is the son of an Olympic rowing gold medalist? | HUGH LAURIE |
| After boycotting the 1980 Summer Games in Moscow,the U.S. hosted its own alternative competition in what city? | PHILADELPHIA |
| The first athlete to grace the front of a Wheaties box, Bob Richards was a gold medalist in what Olympic event? | POLE VAULT |
| All but which of these flowers were featured in the 2012 Opening Ceremony,as they each represent a country in the UK? | VIOLET |
| Thought to be the predecessor to pole vaulting,"fierljeppen," or "ditch-vaulting," is a sport native to what country? | THE NETHERLANDS |
| Though she didn't qualify for Sydney,actress Geena Davis competed for a spot on what U.S. Olympic team in 1999? | ARCHERY |
| Setting a record he would hold for the next 36 years,swimmer Mark Spitz won seven gold medals at which Olympic Games? | MUNICH |
| At the '72 Olympics,the U.S. basketball team refused its silver medals after what controversy allowed the U.S.S.R. to win gold? | THERE WAS A GAME CLOCK MIX-UP |
| What was sprinter Usain Bolt's average speed when he set the 100 meter dash world-record time of 9.58 seconds? | 23 MPH |
| Dara Torres became the oldest Olympic swimmer to medal when she won silver at the Beijing games at what age? | 41 *CORRECT* |
| A consultant for the fantasy film "The Hunger Games," Olympian Khatuna Lorig has medaled in what sport? | ARCHERY |
| Coming in to 2012,Michael Phelps' 16 Olympic medals trailed only Larisa Latynina's 18,which were won in what event? | GYMNASTICS |
| The International Olympic Committee is headquartered in what European city? | LAUSANNE,SWITZERLAND |
| At the '36 Olympics,Jesse Owens got some friendly,helpful advice from the German Luz Long,a leading rival in which event? | LONG JUMP |
| At the '52 Olympics,legendary Czech athlete Emil Zatopek won what event despite having never even tried it before? | MARATHON |
| Besides Sydney,what is the only other city in the Southern Hemisphere to host the Olympic Games? | MELBOURNE |
| On the official Olympic flag,the two rings that are farthest to the right are what two colors? | RED AND GREEN |
| Due to its marine-inspired roof,critics and fans alike have given London's Olympic aquatic center what nickname? | THE STINGRAY |
| Not including any won in London in 2012,how many Olympic medals has Team U.S.A. won overall? | 2,550 *CORRECT* |
| Which of these cities is listed in the correct chronological order in which they hosted the Summer Olympic Games? | SEOUL,BARCELONA,ATLANTA |
| Competiting with an artificial leg,American George Eyser won 3 gold medals at the 1904 St. Louis Olympics in what sport? | GYMNASTICS |
| To calm himself before his dives,Olympic gold medalist Greg Louganis often told himself, "No matter how I do," what? | MY MOTHER WILL STILL LOVE ME |
| Though it's incredibly competitive today,what Olympic sport was invented in 1895 as a casual game for older people? | VOLLEYBALL |
| Slightly shorter than its current length,the first modern Olympic marathon in 1896 was roughly how many meters long? | 40,000 *CORRECT* |
| What philosopher is believed to have been a two-time Olympic champion in pankration,a brutal mix of wrestling and boxing? | PLATO |
| In a heartbreak in 2008,U.S. Olympian and favorite Lolo Jones led the race before tripping in what event's finals? | 100 METER HURDLES |
| Thanks to an incredible come-from-behind sprint in 1964,Billy Mills is the only American gold medal winner of what Olympic event? | 10,000 METERS *CORRECT* |
| Why do Olympic divers usually take a shower after completing each dive? | KEEPS MUSCLES WARM |
| Somewhat paradoxically,the Olympic archery command that tells the archer to stop shooting is what? | FAST |
| Besides her incredible speed,track star gold medalist Gail Devers was known for sporting what distinctive feature during races? | LONG FINGERNAILS |
| Thanks to one rower and one archer,what U.S. state is sending the most Olympic athletes per capita to London in 2012? | WYOMING |
| A popular Christmas gift,the Chia Gourmet Herb Garden comes with all but which of these seeds? | ROSEMARY |
| Issued in 1934 for use by Federal Reserve banks,the $100,000 bill features what U.S. president? | WOODROW WILSON |
| Now used to mean "gossip," "scuttlebutt" was originally a nautical term referring to what ship term? | CASK OF WATER |
| Frustrating to home bakers,the carrots in your carrot cake can turn green if there is too much what in the batter? | BAKING SODA |
| What novel was written after its author bet he could write a bigger bestseller than "Treasure Island"? | KING SOLOMON'S MINES |
| During World War II,what did citizens of occupied Norway wear as a symbol of resistance? | PAPER CLIPS |
| What artist is prominently mentioned in T.S. Eliot's poem "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock"? | MICHELANGELO |
| What scientist first determined that human sight results from images projected onto the retina? | JOHANNES KEPLER |
| According to its director,the grumpy old man in "Up" was based in part on which of these real-life grumps? | WALTER MATTHAU |
| What is the translation of "Pravda," the name of the daily newspaper of the former Soviet Union? | TRUTH |
| Broadcast on NBC in 1941,the first-ever U.S. TV commercial featured the advertising slogan "America Runs on" what? | BULOVA TIME |
| Though based in New York for decades,fashion icon Oscar de la Renta originally hails from what country? | DOMINICAN REPUBLIC |
| In a fireworks display,which of these elements is commonly used to produce bright green colors? | BARIUM |
| "Take Five," the title of Dave Brubeck's best known jazz recording,slyly refers to what fact about the song? | IT IS IN 5/4 TIME |
| What does the "M" stand for in "RMS Titanic," the full name of the historic ship that sank in 1912? | |
| In addition to his many inventions,Thomas Edison is also credited with establishing what American custom? | "HELLO" TELEPHONE GREETING |
| Which of these girls' names has never appeared in the title of a film that won the Oscar for Best Picture? | MARY |
| On average,each member of the U.S. House of Representatives represents how many people? | 700,000 *CORRECT* |
| Despite its nickname,Howard Hughes's "Spruce Goose" was a giant airplane built mainly out of what wood? | BIRCH |
| Chronicling his 8,000-mile trek through South America,"The Motorcycle Diaries" is what famous figure's mentor? | CHE GUEVARA |
| Despite publishing under a male pseudonym,which of these classic authors was actually a woman? | GEORGE ELIOT |
| Which of these plants is a well-known example of a "living fossil," the last surviving species of its family? | GINKGO BILOBA |
| Though he still became a rock icon,what guitarist once lost half of his middle finger in a wood-chopping accident? | JERRY GARCIA |
| In a 1971 hit song,Tom Jones sings "Whoa!Whoa!Whoa! She's a " what? | LADY |
| A hellbender is a variety of what animal? | SALAMANDER |
| Which of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World was built first? | PYRAMIDS AT GIZA |
| Stretching from Georgia to Maine,the Appalachian Trail does not pass through which of these states? | SOUTH CAROLINA |
| A popular story involving Christopher Columbus features the explorer standing what object on its end? | AN EGG |
| Which of these common automobile features was invented by a woman? | WINDSHIELD WIPER |
| Before breaking into Hollywood,Ronald Reagan worked as a radio sportscaster,calling games for what MLB team? | CHICAGO CUBS |
| The alligator is naturally found in the United States and what other country? | CHINA |
| In Disneyland's ride "It's a Small World," animatronic dolls sing the title song in all but which of these languages? | FRENCH |
| Which of these playthings is produced by combining boric acid and silicone oil? | SILLY PUTTY |
| What world landmark features 56 pits called "Aubrey Holes," which were once filled with cremated bones? | STONEHENGE |
| As a high school student,"Lethal Weapon" producer Joel Silver helped invent which of these games? | ULTIMATE FRISBEE |
| Which of these brands of sweets is credited as being the first individually wrapped "penny candy"? | TOOTSIE ROLLS |
| What prolific author holds a 2010 Guinness record for "Most Entries on The New York Times Best-Seller List"? | JAMES PATTERSON |
| Which of these international cities is not currently the capital of its country? | BELIZE CITY |
| The Census 2010 questionnaire was available in all but which of these languages? | FRENCH |
| By definition,an anchorite has retired into seclusion usually for what reason? | RELIGIOUS BELIEFS |
| Longtime congressman Henry Waxman's distinctive grooming has earned him what cheeky nickname? | THE MUSTACHE OF JUSTICE |
| In the context of the classic 1961 novel "Catch-22," Catch-22 is a what? | MILITARY REGULATION |
| Which of these countries has an element named after it? | POLAND |
| What artist depicted his close friend's furniture in the 1888 painting "Paul Gauguin's Armchair"? | VINCENT VAN GOGH |
| Held annually in February,what country celebrates "National Pisco Sour Day," in observance of their national drink? | PERU |
| According to Doris Roberts,"Everybody Loves Raymond" doesn't air in what country because her character is "too strong"? | IRAQ |
| Before he was famous,which of these actors played a 'roid-raging high school football player on a 1994 after-school special? | BEN AFFLECK |
| What weather term was coined in a 1939 dissertation by Antarctic explorer Paul Siple? | WIND CHILL |
| As of 2011,only Vermont and what other U.S. state allow prison inmates to vote in elections? | MAINE |
| "King of night vision/King of insight" is a lyric in an Indigo Girls song titled what? | GALILEO |
| Melanite is a deep-black variety of what gemstone? | GARNET |
| Where did Paul McCartney and John Lennon first meet? | IN A CHURCH |
| Once used by Native Americans as a form of currency,wampum was made from what? | POLISHED SHELLS |
| Which of these classic novels had a first draft that was eaten by the author's dog in 1936? | OF MICE AND MEN |
| What classic film opens with the line,"I believe in America"? | THE GODFATHER |
| In "This Is Spinal Tap," the titular band mentions they once tried to write a rock musical based on the life of whom? | JACK THE RIPPER |
| The potent drink absinthe was once believed to have hallucinatory effects because it is made from what? | WORMWOOD |
| Which of these ships was not one of the three taken over by colonists during the Boston Tea Party? | WILLIAM |
| The phrase "the real McCoy" is thought to come from "the real Mackay," which in Scotland has long referred to a type of what? | WHISKEY |
| Counterculture icon Timothy Leary was the godfather of what Hollywood actress? | WINONA RYDER |
| Built in 1752,the world's oldest existing zoo is located in what European city? | VIENNA |
| By definition,tephrochronology is a scientific technique to date old objects by examining the age of what? | VOLCANIC ASH |
| The majority of what planet's twenty-seven moons are named after Shakespearean characters? | URANUS |
| Whereas a group of crows is known as a "murder," what word is used to describe a group of ravens? | UNKINDNESS |
| Like "The Sopranos," which of these classic sitcoms was also set in New Jersey? | CHARLES IN CHARGE |
| Going above and beyond the call of duty,what "Grey's Anatomy" doctor once donated part of their liver to another character? | MEREDITH |
| In the "Star Trek" episode "Whom Gods Destroy," Captain Kirk famously smooches a green alien seductress named what? | MARTA |
| Given his love of beer,it should come as no surprise that "Family Guy" patriarch Peter Griffin has what middle name? | LOWENBRAU |
| As of 2012,"The Amazing Race" has featured "Pit Stops" in all but which of these Asian countries? | LAOS |
| Winning 13 altogether,which of the following titles holds the record for most Emmy wins for a TV miniseries,as of 2012? | JOHN ADAMS |
| During his 1992 appearance on "The Arsenio Hall Show," Bill Clinton played what classic song on the saxophone? | HEARTBREAK HOTEL |
| On "Gilligan's Island," it is revealed that Ginger Grant was set to star in what play before being shipwrecked on the island? | A PYRAMID FOR TWO |
| According to Bill Cosby,instead of an attorney,Clair Huxtable was originally going to be a Dominican woman who worked as a what? | PLUMBER |
| The dramatic 1967 series finale of "The Fugitive" culminates with Dr.Kimble fighting the one-armed man in what loaction? | AMUSEMENT PARK |
| Which of these classic TV catchphrases was never actually uttered verbatim on the show it's associated with? | BEAM ME UP, SCOTTY! |
| Nine years before the Oscars did it,the Emmys became the first major awards show to be broadcast in color in what year? | 1957 *CORRECT* |
| The top four most-watched sitcom finales of all time include all but which of the following? | THE COSBY SHOW |
| In his thirty-eight year career,Big Bird has appeared on all but which of these game shows? | WHEEL OF FORTUNE |
| "I am not taking a pig to the Dairy Queen!" is a quote from Anthony on "Designing Women" in reference to what character's pet? | SUZANNE |
| Which of these long-running programs began as a radio show in 1945,making the jump to television two years later? | MEET THE PRESS |
| In season 5 of "Dancing With The Stars," Marie Osmond famously fainted after performing what fast-paced dance? | SAMBA |
| Before achieving fame in Hollywood,Brad Pitt,Matthew Perry and Hilary Swank all appeared on what '80s sitcom? | GROWING PAINS |
| Though it's nothing to laugh at,a running gag involving misdiagnoses on "House" spawned what catchphrase? | "IT'S NEVER LUPUS" |
| When he stumbled onto the set,a real-life criminal on the run once surrendered to actors dressed as cops on what TV show? | HOMICIDE: LIFE ON THE STREET |
| Which of these classic TV tough guy characters spoke both French and Vietnamese? | THOMAS MAGNUM |
| The theme song for a popular '70s sitcom lists all but which of these historical women,noting "And then there's Maude"? | CATHERINE THE GREAT |
| The year after she won an Emmy, who withdrew from the Emmys,saying her "material" did not warrant another nomination? | KATHERINE HEIGL |
| In the last season of "MacGyver," a dream sequence reveals MacGyver's first name to be what? | ANGUS |
| After the pilot, "The Flagstones" were changed to "The Flintstones" to avoid confusion with characters in what comic strip? | HI AND LOIS |
| In a ratings stunt,what legal drama once had viewers call a 900 number to determine the guilty party? | MATLOCK |
| On an episode of "Night Court," it is revealed that Bull's IQ,which looks the same turned upside down,is what? | 181 *CORRECT* |
| The finale of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" features characters from which of these sitcoms as potential buyers of the Banks's home? | DIFF' RENT STROKES |
| In an Emmy acceptance speech,who once joked, "This is all very well and good,but I'm still bald"? | LARRY DAVID |
| Though it was never spoken,the badge of TV detective "Columbo" revealed his first name to be what? | FRANK |
| In a campy "Dynasty" cliffhanger,several main characters are gunned down during Amanda's wedding to a prince from where? | MOLDAVIA |
| Starring Art Carney as a police chief who uses his best friend to help him solve crime,a short-lived 1977 series had what name? | LANIGAN'S RABBI |
| Though the statue depicts a woman with wings,the "Emmy" derives its name from "Immy," a nickname for an early what? | TV CAMERA TUBE |
| On October 1,1962,who introduced Johnny Carson as the new host of "The Tonight Show"? | GROUCHO MARX |
| Fred Kaps,the man who had to follow The Beatles after their debut on "The Ed Sullivan Show," was what type of performer? | MAGICIAN |
| A classic episode of "Cheers" features Coach singing a song about Albania to the tune of what standard? | WHEN THE SAINTS GO MARCHING IN |
| In the series finale of "M*A*S*H*," the last aerial shot reveals what word spelled out in stones on the launch pad? | GOODBYE |
| Inspired by a 1,400-pound gift given to Andrew Jackson,on "The West Wing" President Bartlet held what special workday? | BIG BLOCK OF CHEESE DAY |
| Though the logo is blurred out on television,since the '70s "60 Minutes" has featured what brand of stopwatch? | ARISTO |
| With police cars simply labeled "Metro Police," which of these cop series took place in an unnamed American city? | HILL STREET BLUES |
| Accepting an Emmy for his work on "Dexter" in 2010,what actor accidentally thanked HBO instead of his employer Showtime? | JOHN LITHGOW |
| What First Lady started the tradition of the president's wife making a guest appearance on "Sesame Street"? | BARBARA BUSH |
| In the series finale of "Frasier," Dr. Crane ends his final radio show broadcast by quoting from what poet's "Ulysses"? | ALFRED LORD TENNYSON |
| In a memorable episode of "Everybody Loves Raymond," Robert suffers what unfortunate injury while on duty as a policeman? | GORED IN THE REAR BY A BULL |
| In the memorable "Chuckles Bites the Dust" episode of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," how does Chuckles the Clown die? | TRAMPLED BY AN ELEPHANT |
| When Tom Cruise jumped on her couch in 2005,a taken-aback Oprah uttered which of these phrases? | "YOU ARE GONE!" |
| Starring Sarah Michelle Gellar,the teen flick "Cruel Intentions" is based on the same novel as what more grown-up film? | DANGEROUS LIASONS |
| Who was the first married contestant to win "American Idol"? | KRIS ALLEN |
| Because Oprah loved it so much,what TV show once filmed a special 8-minute episode with her playing "Karen Stouffer"? | DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES |
| On "Friends," Chandler's subscription to what magazine has the misspelled label "Miss Chanandler Bong"? | TV GUIDE |
| What two "Brady Bunch" characters got their own spinoff in which they got married and moved in with each other's families? | JAN & MARCIA |
| Signing off in January 2010,Conan O'Brien walked away from "The Tonight Show" after hosting how many episodes? | 145 *CORRECT* |
| Known for its big name Hollywood guest stars,all but which of these actors appeared on the classic sitcom "I Love Lucy"? | FRANK SINATRA |
| In its series finale,what sitcom features two of its main characters memorably performing a duet to "Unforgettable"? | WILL & GRACE |
| In a series lasting 10 seasons,which of these actors did not star in all 292 episodes of "Beverly Hills,90210"? | LUKE PERRY |
| What classic sitcom was the first in television history to display a toilet? | LEAVE IT TO BEAVER |
| In the first episode of "L.A. Law," what partner in the law firm McKenzie,Brackman,Chaney & Kuzak turns up dead at his desk? | CHANEY |
| The 1975 TV pilot for "The Muppet Show" featured what somewhat shocking subtitle? | SEX AND VIOLENCE |
| Which of the following "employees" of "The Office" is the only one not to have received an Emmy nomination? | JOHN KRASINSKI |
| Upon winning her Oscar for Best Song,who quipped,"This is the only naked man that will ever be in my bedroom"? | MELISSA ETHERIDGE |
| What Jazz legend once appeared on "The Cosby Show" playing Mr. Hampton,Vanessa's clarinet teacher? | DIZZY GILLESPIE |
| Shirley Dinsdale,the first person to ever receive an Emmy Award,was what kind of entertainer? | VENTRILOQUIST |
| Headed by an Emmy-winning Craig T. Nelson,the Minnesota State University football team on "Coach" was the what? | SCREAMING EAGLES |
| Besides "Family Guy," what is the only other animated show to be nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series? | THE FLINTSTONES |
| The intro to the second episode of "The Simpsons" contains the first "chalkboard gag," with Bart writing "I will not" what? | WASTE CHALK |
| Which sitcom centers on a comedian that,by his own request,was never nominated for an Emmy for his work on the series? | THE COSBY SHOW |
| Officially a category in 2003,the first Emmy award for "Outstanding Reality-Competition" was presented to what TV series? | THE AMAZING RACE |
| What acclaimed TV drama holds the all-time record for most Emmy nominations in a single year with 27? | NYPD BLUE |
| Because they're considered a Melmackian delicacy,ALF often attempts,albeit unsuccessfully,to eat the Tanner family cat named what? | LUCKY |
| With an investment of $10,000,what U.S. newspaper was founded by Alexander Hamilton back in 1801? | NEW YORK POST |
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