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Mark Brader
Jan 3, 2016, 3:46:45 PM1/3/16
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These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-07-07,
and should be interpreted accordingly.
On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
the correct answers in about 3 days.
All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and
are used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may
have been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information
see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
* "Sesame Street" Characters
Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
meet when I get to Sesame St.?
1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
made real in 1985.
2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
* The Bands Rock On
We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
4. Frank Zappa.
5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
6. Tom Petty.
* One-Man Stage Shows
7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
author, and wit?
8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
in a Box".
9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
* First Time's an Oscar Charm
We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
* Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
Please see:
http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
and in each case, name the character.
13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
"There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
are required for this one.
14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
"Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
--
Mark Brader | "You have seen this incident, based on sworn
Toronto | testimony. Can you prove that it didn't happen?"
m...@vex.net | -- Ed Wood, Plan 9 from Outer Space
My text in this article is in the public domain.
and should be interpreted accordingly.
On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
the correct answers in about 3 days.
All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and
are used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may
have been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information
see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
* "Sesame Street" Characters
Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
meet when I get to Sesame St.?
1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
made real in 1985.
2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
* The Bands Rock On
We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
4. Frank Zappa.
5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
6. Tom Petty.
* One-Man Stage Shows
7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
author, and wit?
8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
in a Box".
9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
* First Time's an Oscar Charm
We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
* Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
Please see:
http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
and in each case, name the character.
13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
"There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
are required for this one.
14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
"Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
--
Mark Brader | "You have seen this incident, based on sworn
Toronto | testimony. Can you prove that it didn't happen?"
m...@vex.net | -- Ed Wood, Plan 9 from Outer Space
My text in this article is in the public domain.
Björn Lundin
Jan 3, 2016, 3:51:52 PM1/3/16
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On 2016-01-03 21:46, Mark Brader wrote:
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
>
the cookie-monster
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
>
>
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 6. Tom Petty.
and the Heartbreakers
>
--
--
Björn
Gareth Owen
Jan 3, 2016, 4:14:49 PM1/3/16
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m...@vex.net (Mark Brader) writes:
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Snufflopagus. (I seriously hope you don't expect us to spell that)
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
label didn't care for the inference (they were right to do so). So
"Out of necessity, we became the Mothers of Invention"]
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Double Trouble
> 6. Tom Petty.
The Heartbreakers
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Erland Sommarskog
Jan 3, 2016, 4:18:23 PM1/3/16
to
Mark Brader (m...@vex.net) writes:
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
The Mothers of Invention
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
Although, to be picky "lead singer" is not really correct, but he
was the band leader, composer and lead guitar player. He did sing
lead on some tunes, but he had other people in the band who he had
hired specifically to do lead vocals (although many of them also played
other instruments.)
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
The Ashbury Jukes
> 6. Tom Petty.
The Heartbreakers
Erland Sommarskog, Stockholm, esq...@sommarskog.se
Peter Smyth
Jan 3, 2016, 4:25:01 PM1/3/16
to
Mark Brader wrote:
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
>
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
>
>
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
Mothers of Invention
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
>
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
>
>
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
> 6. Tom Petty.
Heartbreakers
> 6. Tom Petty.
>
>
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
Oscar Wilde
>
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
Edna Krabappel
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Troy McClure
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Peter Smyth
Gareth Owen
Jan 3, 2016, 4:38:00 PM1/3/16
to
Erland Sommarskog <esq...@sommarskog.se> writes:
> Mark Brader (m...@vex.net) writes:
>> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>>
>> 4. Frank Zappa.
>
> The Mothers of Invention
>
> Although, to be picky "lead singer" is not really correct, but he
> was the band leader, composer and lead guitar player. He did sing
> lead on some tunes,
I was going to make this comment, but thinking back on the albums
> Mark Brader (m...@vex.net) writes:
>> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>>
>> 4. Frank Zappa.
>
> The Mothers of Invention
>
> Although, to be picky "lead singer" is not really correct, but he
> was the band leader, composer and lead guitar player. He did sing
> lead on some tunes,
credited to Frank & the Mothers, [from Freak Out! to Apostrophe(')], he
sang lead vocal on the vast majority of the tunes. It's only with the
later bands did guys like Ike Willis carry most of the load.
Calvin
Jan 3, 2016, 5:37:40 PM1/3/16
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On Monday, January 4, 2016 at 6:46:45 AM UTC+10, Mark Brader wrote:
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Snuffleupagus
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
> 6. Tom Petty.
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
>
>
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
cheers,
calvin
Dan Blum
Jan 3, 2016, 5:39:55 PM1/3/16
to
Mark Brader <m...@vex.net> wrote:
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Snuffleupagus
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
> * The Bands Rock On
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 6. Tom Petty.
The Heartbreakers
> * One-Man Stage Shows
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
Oscar Wilde
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
Hudson
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
Edna Krabapple
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
--
_______________________________________________________________________
Dan Blum to...@panix.com
"I wouldn't have believed it myself if I hadn't just made it up."
Erland Sommarskog
Jan 3, 2016, 6:02:22 PM1/3/16
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Gareth Owen (gwo...@gmail.com) writes:
> I was going to make this comment, but thinking back on the albums
> credited to Frank & the Mothers, [from Freak Out! to Apostrophe(')], he
> sang lead vocal on the vast majority of the tunes. It's only with the
> later bands did guys like Ike Willis carry most of the load.
>
If memory serves, the first albums originally had The Mothers of Invention
> I was going to make this comment, but thinking back on the albums
> credited to Frank & the Mothers, [from Freak Out! to Apostrophe(')], he
> sang lead vocal on the vast majority of the tunes. It's only with the
> later bands did guys like Ike Willis carry most of the load.
>
only on the front. There were also "solo albums" like "Hot Rats". At least
some of the ones during the Kaylan/Wolman era had The Mothers alone on the
front.
I think the first album to be credited to Frank Zappa & The Mothers of
Invention was "Over-Nite Sensation". "Apostrophe(')" was presented as a
solo album. The next few had (The) Mothers (of Invention) in the
name: "Roxy & Elsewhere", "One Size Fits All" and "Bongo Fury", the
latter also had Beefhart in the name. Starting with Zoot Allures,
it was only Zappa.
I had to work this from my memory, because I cleared out ny vinyl and
CD collection a few months back. Looking at the CDs would not help
anyway, because they were all recredited to "Frank Zappa".
When it comes to singing there were always people who's main task was
to sing: Roy Estrada in the first band, later Howeard Kaylan and Mark
Wolman. I seem to recall from some interview that Zappa referred to
Over-Nite Sensation was the first album where he came out as the main
lead singer, but he would quickly engage George Duke and Napoleon
Murphy Brock. And don't forget Rick Lancelotti! (Well, I figure that
the odds be fifty-fifty that you do.)
Joshua Kreitzer
Jan 3, 2016, 6:45:56 PM1/3/16
to
m...@vex.net (Mark Brader) wrote in news:XOednRXyUpEpFRTLnZ2dnUU7-
fmd...@giganews.com:
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
(actually, Snuffy was always real, but most of the characters *believed*
he was Big Bird's imaginary friend until 1985)
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
Mr. Hooper
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
Grover
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
the Mothers of Invention
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Double Trouble
> 6. Tom Petty.
the Heartbreakers
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
Oscar Wilde
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
Spalding Gray
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
Robert Morse
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
Jennifer Hudson
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
Marlee Matlin
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
Eva Marie Saint (?)
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
Hans Moleman (?)
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
Edna Krabappel
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Rainer Wolfcastle
--
Joshua Kreitzer
grom...@hotmail.com
fmd...@giganews.com:
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Can you tell me who I'll meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Snuffleupagus
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
(actually, Snuffy was always real, but most of the characters *believed*
he was Big Bird's imaginary friend until 1985)
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Double Trouble
> 6. Tom Petty.
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
--
Joshua Kreitzer
grom...@hotmail.com
Jason Kreitzer
Jan 3, 2016, 8:03:07 PM1/3/16
to
On Sunday, January 3, 2016 at 3:46:45 PM UTC-5, Mark Brader wrote:
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-07-07,
> and should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
> both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
> Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
> based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
> the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
> the correct answers in about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and
> are used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may
> have been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information
> see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Mr. Snuffleupagus
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-07-07,
> and should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
> both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
> Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
> based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
> the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
> the correct answers in about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and
> are used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may
> have been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information
> see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
Mr. Hooper
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
Grover
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
>
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
The Mothers of Invention
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Double Trouble
> 6. Tom Petty.
The Heartbreakers
Double Trouble
> 6. Tom Petty.
>
>
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
>
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
Spalding Gray
>
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
>
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
>
>
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
Jennifer Hudson
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
>
>
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
>
>
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
Dr. Marvin Monroe
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
>
>
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
Edna Krabappel (not sure of the spelling)
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Troy McClure
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Dan Tilque
Jan 4, 2016, 1:33:45 AM1/4/16
to
Mark Brader wrote:
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
>
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
Cookie Monster
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
>
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
>
>
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
> 6. Tom Petty.
>
>
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
bbowler
Jan 4, 2016, 8:51:47 AM1/4/16
to
On Sun, 03 Jan 2016 14:46:44 -0600, Mark Brader wrote:
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-07-07, and
> should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give both a
> right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty. Please post
> all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup, based only on
> your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote the questions and
> place your answer below each one.) I will reveal the correct answers in
> about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and are
> used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may have been
> retyped and/or edited by me. For further information see my 2015-08-18
> companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll meet
> when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was made real
> in 1985.
Snufalufagus
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-07-07, and
> should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give both a
> right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty. Please post
> all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup, based only on
> your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote the questions and
> place your answer below each one.) I will reveal the correct answers in
> about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and are
> used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may have been
> retyped and/or edited by me. For further information see my 2015-08-18
> companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll meet
> when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was made real
> in 1985.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store where
> Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose death in
> 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves him
> wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help at all.
> Name either the character or his superhero identity.
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
> 6. Tom Petty.
>
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
>
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the 1980s
> and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster in a Box".
>
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his portrayal
> of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later, he won an Emmy
> Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation of "Tru". Today
> he's probably best known for playing ad agency honcho Bert Cooper on
> the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
>
>
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
>
>
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7 because
> doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did reappear for
> a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name* are required for
> this one.
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal Skinner,
> and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character was retired
> after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice, passed away. Give her
> name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th Episode
> Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil Hartman, and
> was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Marc Dashevsky
Jan 4, 2016, 10:48:49 AM1/4/16
to
In article <XOednRXyUpEpFRTL...@giganews.com>, m...@vex.net says...
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
Cookie Monster
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
Oscar Wilde
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
>
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
>
>
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
Jennifer Hudson
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
Marlee Matlin
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
Eva Marie Saint
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
>
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
Edna Krabapple
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Troy McClure
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> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Snuffleupagus
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
Mothers of Invention
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Double Trouble
> 6. Tom Petty.
Heartbreakers
> 6. Tom Petty.
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
>
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
>
>
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
>
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
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> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-07-07,
> and should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
> both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
> Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
> based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
> the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
> the correct answers in about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and
> are used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may
> have been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information
> see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Snuffleupaguss
> and should be interpreted accordingly.
>
> On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
> both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
> Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
> based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
> the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
> the correct answers in about 3 days.
>
> All questions were written by members of Five Guys Named Moe, and
> are used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may
> have been retyped and/or edited by me. For further information
> see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
>
>
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
>
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
>
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
>
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
>
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
>
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
>
>
> * The Bands Rock On
>
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
>
> 4. Frank Zappa.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
> 6. Tom Petty.
>
>
> * One-Man Stage Shows
>
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
>
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
>
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
>
>
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
>
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
>
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
>
>
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
>
> Please see:
>
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
>
> and in each case, name the character.
>
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
>
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
>
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
>
Pete
Mark Brader
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Mark Brader:
including "Snufalufagus". 4 for Gareth, Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua,
Jason, Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
Harold Hooper. 4 for Dan Blum, Joshua, Jason, and Bruce.
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
Grover, Super Grover. 4 for Gareth, Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua,
Jason, and Bruce.
> * The Bands Rock On
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
> 4. Frank Zappa.
The Mothers of Invention. See also Gareth's comment in-thread.
4 for Björn, Gareth, Peter, Dan Blum, Joshua, Jason, Dan Tilque,
Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Double Trouble. 4 for Gareth, Joshua, Jason, and Marc.
> 6. Tom Petty.
The Heartbreakers. 4 for everyone -- Björn, Gareth, Erland, Peter,
Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua, Jason, Dan Tilque, Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> * One-Man Stage Shows
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
Oscar Wilde. 4 for Gareth, Peter, Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua,
Dan Tilque, and Marc.
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
Spalding Gray. 4 for Dan Blum, Joshua, and Jason.
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
Robert Morse. 4 for Joshua.
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
Jennifer Hudson. 4 for Gareth, Dan Blum, Joshua, Jason, Bruce,
Marc, and Pete.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
Marlee Matlin. 4 for Gareth, Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua, Bruce,
Marc, and Pete.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
Eva Marie Saint. 4 for Gareth, Joshua, Marc, and Pete.
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
> Please see:
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
> and in each case, name the character.
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
Dr. Marvin Monroe. 4 for Gareth, Peter, Calvin, Jason, and Bruce.
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
Edna Krabappel. 4 for Gareth, Peter, Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua,
Jason, Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Troy McClure. 4 for Gareth, Peter, Calvin, Dan Blum, Jason, Bruce,
Marc, and Pete.
Scores, if there are no errors:
FINAL ROUNDS-> 2 3 4 6 7 BEST
TOPICS-> Geo Sci Lit His Ent THREE
Dan Blum 14 47 40 50 44 141
Gareth Owen 12 -- 40 47 48 135
Joshua Kreitzer 32 40 38 40 52 132
Marc Dashevsky 22 47 32 44 40 131
Dan Tilque 20 35 36 48 12 119
"Calvin" 20 41 -- 31 32 104
Peter Smyth 35 34 -- 32 24 101
Pete Gayde 20 8 8 40 32 92
Bruce Bowler -- -- -- 36 40 76
Erland Sommarskog 16 24 4 32 4 72
Jason Kreitzer -- -- 8 16 44 68
Björn Lundin 18 22 0 24 8 64
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Toronto | that could have been transmitted to mailing lists and
m...@vex.net | netnews. Our grandchildren will miss them." --Ritchie
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-07-07,
> and should be interpreted accordingly... For further information
> see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
Aloysius "Snuffy" Snuffleupagus. I accepted various spellings,
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
> ** Final, Round 7 - Entertainment
> * "Sesame Street" Characters
> Sunny day, sweeping the clouds away... Can you tell me who I'll
> meet when I get to Sesame St.?
> 1. Created to represent the psychological age of a 4-year-old,
> this 7-foot-tall Muppet is the largest on Sesame St. Name the
> character who began as Big Bird's imaginary friend, but was
> made real in 1985.
including "Snufalufagus". 4 for Gareth, Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua,
Jason, Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> 2. One of the 4 human characters who appeared on the street, he was
> the good-hearted but slightly cranky owner of the variety store
> where Muppets and humans interacted. Name the character, whose
> death in 1983 was written into the show as a "teachable moment".
> 3. This blue monster self-describes as "lovable, cute, and furry".
> He also has a secret identity as a superhero, which involves
> him wearing a pink cape and a medieval knight's helmet. While
> well-intentioned and enthusiastic, he generally is no help
> at all. Name either the character or his superhero identity.
Jason, and Bruce.
> * The Bands Rock On
> We name a lead singer, you name his backup band.
> 4. Frank Zappa.
4 for Björn, Gareth, Peter, Dan Blum, Joshua, Jason, Dan Tilque,
Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> 5. Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Double Trouble. 4 for Gareth, Joshua, Jason, and Marc.
> 6. Tom Petty.
The Heartbreakers. 4 for everyone -- Björn, Gareth, Erland, Peter,
Calvin, Dan Blum, Joshua, Jason, Dan Tilque, Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> * One-Man Stage Shows
> 7. Starting in 1977, Vincent Price, best known for his horror
> film roles, starred in 800 stage performances of "Diversions and
> Delights" -- a one-man show about what 19th-century playwright,
> author, and wit?
Dan Tilque, and Marc.
> 8. Name the American actor and writer known for the autobiographical
> monologues he wrote and performed for the theatre during the
> 1980s and 1990s, including "Swimming to Cambodia" and "Monster
> in a Box".
> 9. In 1990 this actor won the Tony Award for Best Actor and the
> Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show, for his
> portrayal of author Truman Capote in "Tru". Two years later,
> he won an Emmy Award for the PBS American Playhouse presentation
> of "Tru". Today he's probably best known for playing ad agency
> honcho Bert Cooper on the TV series "Mad Men". Name him.
> * First Time's an Oscar Charm
> We name the movie, its year of release, and an Oscar category.
> You name the actress who won that Oscar in her big-screen debut.
> 10. "Dreamgirls" (2006), Best Supporting Actress.
Marc, and Pete.
> 11. "Children of a Lesser God" (1986), Best Actress.
Marc, and Pete.
> 12. "On the Waterfront" (1954), Best Supporting Actress.
> * Retired Characters from "The Simpsons"
> Please see:
> http://www.eskimo.com/~scs/msb/F-7/simps.png
> and in each case, name the character.
> 13. This character first appeared in the 4th episode of the series,
> "There's No Disgrace Like Home". He was retired in Season 7
> because doing his voice strained Harry Shearer's throat, but did
> reappear for a cameo in Season 15. The *first and last name*
> are required for this one.
> 14. She was a 4th-grade teacher at Springfield Elementary School,
> had a long on-again-off-again relationship with Principal
> Skinner, and eventually married Ned Flanders. This character
> was retired after Marcia Wallace, who provided her voice,
> passed away. Give her name before she married Ned.
Jason, Bruce, Marc, and Pete.
> 15. You may remember this character from episodes such as
> "Mr. Plow", "A Fish Called Selma", and "The Simpsons 138th
> Episode Spectacular". A B-movie actor, he was voiced by Phil
> Hartman, and was retired when Hartman was murdered.
Marc, and Pete.
Scores, if there are no errors:
FINAL ROUNDS-> 2 3 4 6 7 BEST
TOPICS-> Geo Sci Lit His Ent THREE
Dan Blum 14 47 40 50 44 141
Gareth Owen 12 -- 40 47 48 135
Joshua Kreitzer 32 40 38 40 52 132
Marc Dashevsky 22 47 32 44 40 131
Dan Tilque 20 35 36 48 12 119
"Calvin" 20 41 -- 31 32 104
Peter Smyth 35 34 -- 32 24 101
Pete Gayde 20 8 8 40 32 92
Bruce Bowler -- -- -- 36 40 76
Erland Sommarskog 16 24 4 32 4 72
Jason Kreitzer -- -- 8 16 44 68
Björn Lundin 18 22 0 24 8 64
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Toronto | that could have been transmitted to mailing lists and
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