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Mark Brader
Nov 9, 2015, 3:47:29 PM11/9/15
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These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-06-08,
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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
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*)".
* Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
after excruciating night.
1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
(1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
pescatarian diet. Name him.
5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
Name him.
7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
"Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
specific.
9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
his first name.
10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
* Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
A. Mushroom Clouds
The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
first atomic bombs during World War II.
A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
The latter were developed in the project's principal
research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
the lab was located.
A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
Name the atoll where the tests happened.
B. Veggie Book Titles
B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
"Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
C. Karats
This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
name of the scale?
C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
D. Korn
We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
bagpipe-playing skills?
D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
both animation and live performances and won awards at
both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
the Internet in July of 1999.
E. Vegetarian Cuisine
E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
chana masala?
E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
F. Brussels
The city, not the sprout.
F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
created the European Union and led to the creation of a
common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
was that treaty signed?
--
Mark Brader | Plan B is:
Toronto | "Try Plan A again; if this fails, try Plan B".
m...@vex.net | --Michael Wares
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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
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*)".
* Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
after excruciating night.
1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
(1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
pescatarian diet. Name him.
5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
Name him.
7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
"Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
specific.
9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
his first name.
10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
* Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
A. Mushroom Clouds
The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
first atomic bombs during World War II.
A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
The latter were developed in the project's principal
research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
the lab was located.
A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
Name the atoll where the tests happened.
B. Veggie Book Titles
B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
"Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
C. Karats
This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
name of the scale?
C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
D. Korn
We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
bagpipe-playing skills?
D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
both animation and live performances and won awards at
both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
the Internet in July of 1999.
E. Vegetarian Cuisine
E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
chana masala?
E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
F. Brussels
The city, not the sprout.
F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
created the European Union and led to the creation of a
common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
was that treaty signed?
--
Mark Brader | Plan B is:
Toronto | "Try Plan A again; if this fails, try Plan B".
m...@vex.net | --Michael Wares
My text in this article is in the public domain.
Erland Sommarskog
Nov 9, 2015, 3:57:33 PM11/9/15
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> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
New Mexico
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
--
Erland Sommarskog, Stockholm, esq...@sommarskog.se
Dan Blum
Nov 9, 2015, 4:05:36 PM11/9/15
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> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
Severinsen
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
> A. Mushroom Clouds
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
New Mexico
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
> C. Karats
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
> F. Brussels
> The city, not the sprout.
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
--
_______________________________________________________________________
Dan Blum to...@panix.com
"I wouldn't have believed it myself if I hadn't just made it up."
Calvin
Nov 9, 2015, 11:58:59 PM11/9/15
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On Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at 6:47:29 AM UTC+10, Mark Brader wrote:
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
Pass
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
>
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
>
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
>
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
cheers,
calvin
Mark Brader
Nov 10, 2015, 12:15:47 AM11/10/15
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Mark Brader:
> > E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped...
"Calvin":
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phyllo
http://www.ahdictionary.com/word/search.html?q=phyllo
On the other hand, also see:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/us/definition/english/filo
http://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/phyllo
--
Mark Brader, Toronto | "The brain is amazing when it's amazing, with
m...@vex.net | apologies to Robert Biddle." --Steve Summit
> > E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped...
"Calvin":
> Dunno, but isn't it filo pastry?
Either. See:
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phyllo
http://www.ahdictionary.com/word/search.html?q=phyllo
On the other hand, also see:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/us/definition/english/filo
http://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/phyllo
--
Mark Brader, Toronto | "The brain is amazing when it's amazing, with
m...@vex.net | apologies to Robert Biddle." --Steve Summit
Dan Tilque
Nov 10, 2015, 2:36:42 AM11/10/15
to
Mark Brader wrote:
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
>
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
Doc Severinsen
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
>
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
>
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
>
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
>
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
>
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
>
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
>
> 8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
>
> 9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
> Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
> as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
> his first name.
>
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
>
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
>
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
>
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
>
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
>
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
>
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
>
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
>
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
>
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
>
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
--
Dan Tilque
Gareth Owen
Nov 10, 2015, 2:39:03 AM11/10/15
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m...@vex.net (Mark Brader) writes:
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
QuestLove
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
> 9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
> Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
> as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
> his first name.
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
> D. Korn
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
Gareth Owen
Nov 10, 2015, 2:42:26 AM11/10/15
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m...@vex.net (Mark Brader) writes:
> Mark Brader:
>> > E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped...
>
> "Calvin":
>> Dunno, but isn't it filo pastry?
>
> Either. See:
>
> http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phyllo
> http://www.ahdictionary.com/word/search.html?q=phyllo
Interesting. Never seen "Phyllo" before anywhere either.
> Mark Brader:
>> > E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped...
>
> "Calvin":
>> Dunno, but isn't it filo pastry?
>
> Either. See:
>
> http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phyllo
> http://www.ahdictionary.com/word/search.html?q=phyllo
Might be one of those right-pond/left-pond things.
Joshua Kreitzer
Nov 10, 2015, 3:04:23 AM11/10/15
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m...@vex.net (Mark Brader) wrote in news:GPadnWare-r9m9zLnZ2dnUU7-
Kmd...@vex.net:
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
Doc Severinsen
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
Ed McMahon
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
Kevin Eubanks
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
Paul Shaffer
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
?uestlove
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
Max Weinberg
> 8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
he was a skeleton
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
Fred Armisen
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
Bikini Atoll
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
Mohs
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
1949
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
1992
--
Joshua Kreitzer
grom...@hotmail.com
Kmd...@vex.net:
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
Hugh Downs
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
> 8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
New Mexico; Tennessee
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
"Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe"
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
"The Onion Field"
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
--
Joshua Kreitzer
grom...@hotmail.com
Marc Dashevsky
Nov 10, 2015, 9:42:21 AM11/10/15
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In article <GPadnWare-r9m9zL...@vex.net>, m...@vex.net says...
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
Doc Severinson
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
Ed McMahon
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
>
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
Paul Schaeffer
California; New Mexico
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
Bikini
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
Fried Green Tomatoes
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
The Onion Field
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
Mohs
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
iron
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
>
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
chickpeas
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
spanikopita
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
1948
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
1988
--
Replace "usenet" with "marc" in the e-mail address.
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
Hugh Downs
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
>
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
>
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
--
Replace "usenet" with "marc" in the e-mail address.
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On Mon, 09 Nov 2015 14:47:28 -0600, Mark Brader wrote:
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-06-08, 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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> 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*)".
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose primary
> job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night after excruciating
> night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the end,
> later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today" (1962-71)
> and "20/20" (1978-99).
Hugh Downs
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-06-08, 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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> 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*)".
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose primary
> job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night after excruciating
> night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the end,
> later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today" (1962-71)
> and "20/20" (1978-99).
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported his
> boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly popular
> "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
> 9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" is
> taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts as sidekick for
> Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast his first name.
>
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G on his
> "Late Night" show. Name him.
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your veggies!
> Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a joint
> venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the first atomic
> bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium. The
> latter were developed in the project's principal research lab.
> Name either the town or the US state where the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
>
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes LAPD
> officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
>
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according to
> Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the name
> of the scale?
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in the
> quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
>
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at both the
> MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song, which is said
> to be the most popular Korn song. We're not sure about that, but
> it was the 9th-most-pirated song on the Internet in July of 1999.
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
>
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty created
> the European Union and led to the creation of a common currency,
> the euro. Within 2 years, in what year was that treaty signed?
Jason Kreitzer
Nov 10, 2015, 8:14:29 PM11/10/15
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>
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
Doc Severinsen
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
Ed McMahon
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
Kevin Eubanks
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
Paul Schaffer
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
>
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
Max Weinberg
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
>
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
> 8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
He was a skeleton robot.
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
> 9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
> Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
> as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
> his first name.
>
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
New Mexico
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
> Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
> as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
> his first name.
>
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
Bikini
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
"Fried Green Tomatoes"
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
>
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
Mohs
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
>
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
>
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
Jonathan Davis
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
>
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
"Freak on a Leash"
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
>
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
>
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
1947
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
>
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
>
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
Pete
Nov 11, 2015, 1:23:43 AM11/11/15
to
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-06-08,
> 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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> 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*)".
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
Hugh Downs
> 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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> 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*)".
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
>
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
>
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
>
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
>
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
>
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
>
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
>
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
>
> 8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
>
> 9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
> Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
> as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
> his first name.
>
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
>
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
>
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
>
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
>
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
>
Pete
Björn Lundin
Nov 11, 2015, 1:50:12 PM11/11/15
to
On 2015-11-09 21:47, Mark Brader wrote:
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-06-08,
> 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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> 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*)".
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
Nope
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-06-08,
> 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 in a single followup to the newsgroup,
> 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*)".
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
>
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
>
>
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
>
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
>
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
>
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
>
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
>
--
--
Björn
Peter Smyth
Nov 11, 2015, 7:01:52 PM11/11/15
to
Mark Brader wrote:
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
Los Alamos
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
>
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
>
> A. Mushroom Clouds
>
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
>
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
Bikini
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
>
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
>
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
Mohs
>
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
>
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
>
> C. Karats
>
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
>
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
Copper
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
> D. Korn
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
>
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
>
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
>
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
1951, 1954
>
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
>
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
>
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
>
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
>
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
>
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
>
> F. Brussels
>
> The city, not the sprout.
>
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
1993
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
Peter Smyth
Mark Brader
Nov 12, 2015, 10:34:19 PM11/12/15
to
Mark Brader:
Hearty congratulations!
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
Hugh Downs. 4 for Joshua, Marc, Bruce, Jason, and Pete.
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
Doc Severinson. 4 for Dan Blum, Dan Tilque, Joshua, Marc, Bruce,
Jason, and Pete.
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
Ed McMahon. 4 for Dan Blum, Dan Tilque, Joshua, Marc, Jason,
and Pete.
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
Kevin Eubanks. 4 for Joshua, Jason, and Pete.
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
Paul Schaffer. 4 for Dan Blum, Dan Tilque, Joshua, Marc, Jason,
and Pete.
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
Questlove. 4 for Gareth and Joshua.
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
Max Weinberg. 4 for Gareth, Joshua, Jason, and Pete.
> 8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
He was an animatronic skeleton. "Skeleton" was insufficiently
specific. 4 for Jason.
> 9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
> Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
> as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
> his first name.
Guillermo Rodriguez.
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
Fred Armisen. 4 for Dan Blum, Dan Tilque, Joshua, and Pete.
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
> A. Mushroom Clouds
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
Los Alamos, New Mexico. 4 for Erland, Dan Blum, Dan Tilque (the
hard way), Gareth, Jason, and Peter. 3 for Calvin and Joshua.
2 for Marc and Pete.
The project did have a lab in Tennessee as well, but that one was devoted
to the isotopic separation of uranium.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
Bikini Atoll. 4 for everyone -- Erland, Dan Blum, Calvin, Dan Tilque,
Gareth, Joshua, Marc, Bruce, Jason, Pete, Björn, and Peter.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
"Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe". The first three
words were sufficient. 4 for Dan Blum, Joshua, Marc, and Jason.
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
"The Onion Field". 4 for Dan Blum, Joshua, and Marc.
> C. Karats
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
Mohs. 4 for Dan Blum, Calvin, Dan Tilque, Gareth, Joshua, Marc,
Bruce, Jason, and Peter.
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
Nitrogen.
> D. Korn
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
Jonathan Davis. 4 for Jason.
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
"Freak on a Leash". 4 for Jason.
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
Chickpeas (also called ceci beans or garbanzo beans). 4 for Dan Blum,
Gareth, Marc, and Pete.
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
Spanakopita. 4 for Dan Blum, Marc, and Bruce. 3 for Pete.
> F. Brussels
> The city, not the sprout.
I'd just like to note that these rounds were posted here about
2 days *before* RQ 202 was.
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
1949 (accepting 1948-50). 4 for Erland, Dan Blum, Dan Tilque,
Joshua, and Marc. 3 for Pete. 2 for Calvin.
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
1992 (accepting 1990-94). 4 for Erland, Dan Blum, Calvin, Gareth,
Joshua, Björn, and Peter.
Scores, if there are no errors:
GAME 7 ROUNDS-> 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 BEST
TOPICS-> His Art Can Ent Geo Sci Mis Cha SIX
Joshua Kreitzer 32 16 19 40 15 0 32 27 166
Dan Blum 32 6 11 32 18 0 16 36 145
Marc Dashevsky 39 24 4 20 11 12 16 30 141
Jason Kreitzer 8 4 0 40 4 4 28 24 108
Pete Gayde 8 12 15 8 11 8 28 16 90
"Calvin" 27 9 0 16 0 8 0 17 77
Dan Tilque 20 0 8 4 7 0 16 16 71
Gareth Owen -- -- 0 36 -- -- 8 20 64
Björn Lundin 3 0 0 8 12 28 0 8 59
Bruce Bowler 32 4 -- -- -- -- 8 12 56
Peter Smyth 24 0 0 12 -- -- 0 16 52
Erland Sommarskog 23 4 -- -- 8 0 0 16 51
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Mark Brader, Toronto | "I tried to hit Bjarne Stroustrup with a snowball,
m...@vex.net | but missed." --Clive Feather
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2015-06-08,
> and should be interpreted accordingly... For further information
> see my 2015-08-18 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
Well, Game 7 is over, and the winner is JOSHUA KREITZER.
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
Hearty congratulations!
> * Game 7, Round 9 - Miscellaneous - Late-Night Second Bananas
> Sure, we all know about late-night TV stars like Carson, Letterman,
> and Fallon, but how much do we know about their second bananas:
> announcers and bandleaders? 10 questions to honor those whose
> primary job is to laugh at their bosses' unfunny jokes, night
> after excruciating night.
> 1. The original announcer for "Tonight starring Jack Paar" was
> fired after only a few weeks for not showing enough "spontaneous
> enthusiasm". Name his replacement, who stayed with Paar to the
> end, later gaining fame in his own right as co-host of "Today"
> (1962-71) and "20/20" (1978-99).
> 2. This jazz trumpet player, known for his outrageous outfits, was
> bandleader of the "Tonight Show" NBC Orchestra and supported
> his boss, Johnny Carson, for 30 years. He created the wildly
> popular "Stump the Band" segment. Name him.
Jason, and Pete.
> 3. When Johnny Carson took over as the "Tonight Show" host, he
> brought along the announcer from his game show "Who Do You
> Trust?" In total, their partnership lasted over 35 years.
> Name this consummate second banana, nicknamed "The Human Laugh
> Track", who created the iconic "Heeeeere's Johnny!" introduction.
and Pete.
> 4. This guitarist took over as bandleader from Branford Marsalis,
> who left "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" unhappy with his role
> as "ass kisser". From 1995 to 2010, he was often the butt
> of jokes by Leno about his dating life, bald head, and rigid
> pescatarian diet. Name him.
> 5. This talented Thunder Bay native was the musical director,
> bandleader, and foil for David Letterman on his NBC and CBS
> late-night shows. He got to sit in the host's chair when his
> boss was off during bypass surgery and for the birth of his son.
> Name this comedian, who is also known for his small but pivotal
> role as Artie Fufkin in "This is Spinal Tap!"
and Pete.
> 6. This drummer, along with his band the Roots, has provided music
> for Jimmy Fallon on both his current stint on the "Tonight Show"
> and his previous "Late Night" show. He is also a sought-after
> producer, and recently published a memoir "Mo Meta Blues".
> Name him.
> 7. Rock fans know him as the drummer for Bruce Springsteen's
> E Street Band, but night owls also know him as bandleader on
> "Late Night with Conan O'Brien". Name him.
> 8. Geoff Peterson was the sidekick on "The Late, Late Show with
> Craig Ferguson". What was unusual about him? Be sufficiently
> specific.
specific. 4 for Jason.
> 9. This sidekick actually started out as the parking-lot security
> guard at the Hollywood Blvd. studios where "Jimmy Kimmel
> Live!" is taped. He now regularly appears on skits and acts
> as sidekick for Kimmel. Name this TV personality -- atleast
> his first name.
> 10. Seth Meyers has employed fellow SNL cast member and
> co-creator/writer of "Portlandia" as the band leader of 8G
> on his "Late Night" show. Name him.
> * Game 7, Round 10 - Challenge Round
> Okay, that's 8 servings of fruit -- so now it's time for your
> veggies! Your categories are: Mushroom Clouds, Veggie Book Titles,
> Karats, Korn, Vegetarian Cuisine, and Brussels.
> A. Mushroom Clouds
> The Manhattan Project was active from 1942 until 1946. It was a
> joint venture between the US, UK, and Canada which produced the
> first atomic bombs during World War II.
> A1. In addition to producing a gun-type fission weapon using
> uranium, the project also created weapons using plutonium.
> The latter were developed in the project's principal
> research lab. Name either the town or the US state where
> the lab was located.
hard way), Gareth, Jason, and Peter. 3 for Calvin and Joshua.
2 for Marc and Pete.
The project did have a lab in Tennessee as well, but that one was devoted
to the isotopic separation of uranium.
> A2. As part of Operation Crossroads, tests were conducted on
> a coral reef in the Marshall Islands starting in July 1946.
> Name the atoll where the tests happened.
Gareth, Joshua, Marc, Bruce, Jason, Pete, Björn, and Peter.
> B. Veggie Book Titles
> B1. This 1987 novel by Fannie Flagg was controversial in its
> time for its portrayal of the lesbian love story of Imogene
> "Idgie" Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison. Name the novel.
words were sufficient. 4 for Dan Blum, Joshua, Marc, and Jason.
> B2. Name the 1973 nonfiction book, written by Joseph Wambaugh,
> which tells the story of the kidnapping of two plainclothes
> LAPD officers and the subsequent murder of one of them.
> C. Karats
> This category is all about a girl's best friend (well, according
> to Marilyn Monroe, at least).
> C1. Diamonds are the hardest known natural material, rating
> a 10 on the scale which measures such things. What is the
> name of the scale?
Bruce, Jason, and Peter.
> C2. Which element is the most common impurity found in diamonds?
> It is responsible for the colors yellow and brown.
> D. Korn
> We are remedying the dearth of nu (or alternative) metal music in
> the quiz league by this round on the band Korn.
> D1. Who is the lead singer of Korn, who also is known for his
> bagpipe-playing skills?
> D2. Released in February 1999, the video for this song contained
> both animation and live performances and won awards at
> both the MTV Video Awards and the Grammy. Name this song,
> which is said to be the most popular Korn song. We're not
> sure about that, but it was the 9th-most-pirated song on
> the Internet in July of 1999.
> E. Vegetarian Cuisine
> E1. What is the main ingredient of the Punjabi dish called
> chana masala?
Gareth, Marc, and Pete.
> E2. This Greek dish is made with phyllo pastry wrapped around
> spinach, feta cheese, onions, and eggs. Name it.
> F. Brussels
> The city, not the sprout.
2 days *before* RQ 202 was.
> F1. Brussels is the home to the North Atlantic Treaty
> Organization. Within a year, what year was NATO formed?
Joshua, and Marc. 3 for Pete. 2 for Calvin.
> F2. Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the
> European Union, or one of them. The Maastricht Treaty
> created the European Union and led to the creation of a
> common currency, the euro. Within 2 years, in what year
> was that treaty signed?
Joshua, Björn, and Peter.
Scores, if there are no errors:
GAME 7 ROUNDS-> 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 BEST
TOPICS-> His Art Can Ent Geo Sci Mis Cha SIX
Joshua Kreitzer 32 16 19 40 15 0 32 27 166
Dan Blum 32 6 11 32 18 0 16 36 145
Marc Dashevsky 39 24 4 20 11 12 16 30 141
Jason Kreitzer 8 4 0 40 4 4 28 24 108
Pete Gayde 8 12 15 8 11 8 28 16 90
"Calvin" 27 9 0 16 0 8 0 17 77
Dan Tilque 20 0 8 4 7 0 16 16 71
Gareth Owen -- -- 0 36 -- -- 8 20 64
Björn Lundin 3 0 0 8 12 28 0 8 59
Bruce Bowler 32 4 -- -- -- -- 8 12 56
Peter Smyth 24 0 0 12 -- -- 0 16 52
Erland Sommarskog 23 4 -- -- 8 0 0 16 51
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Mark Brader, Toronto | "I tried to hit Bjarne Stroustrup with a snowball,
m...@vex.net | but missed." --Clive Feather
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