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QFTCIWSS Game 3, Rounds 2-3: shop the world, last billing
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Mark Brader
Aug 11, 2018, 4:56:48 PM8/11/18
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These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2018-06-04,
and should be interpreted accordingly.
On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
the correct answers in about 3 days.
All questions were written by members of What She Said 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 2018-07-16 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
* Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
name the store chain.
1. This Japanese retailer, with 700 stores internationally and
2 in the GTA (one of which is in Yorkdale), sells clothing
and household items that epitomize their "extremely rational
manufacturing process". Their motto is: "Simplicity and
emptiness yield the ultimate universality, embracing the
feelings and thoughts of all people."
2. This South Korean skin care and cosmetics company was founded
in 2003; today it has 2,900 stores in 29 countries, including
12 in the GTA, with one in Yorkdale. Their slogan is:
"affordable beauty products born from botany".
3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
Eaton Centre.
4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
other international retailers, they have one singular global
ad campaign each season.
6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
7. This French cosmetics chain was founded in 1969, and they
pioneered the concept of "assisted self-service" in high-end
cosmetics. They are known for their signature black-and-white
store esthetic. They currently have over 2,300 stores in 33
countries, including 7 in Toronto.
8. This all-natural-beauty-product company was founded by a couple
in Poole, England, in 1995, after their original company
was bought out by the Body Shop. Their hair, skin and beauty
products are made from fruits and vegetables in five "kitchens"
around the world, one of which is here in Toronto, along with
the 10 stores they have here. The company's name came about
after a customer contest.
9. This German luxury-goods company, founded in 1909, is most
associated with their famous writing instruments. They have
450 exclusive boutiques around the world, with two in Toronto at
Yorkdale and Pearson International Airport, and their offerings
are also available via other high-end stores.
10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
and 4 stores in the GTA.
* Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
Sometimes an actor or actress in a movie may receive "last billing",
which appears after the other principal cast credits and uses
the kind of wording you see below. Typically this is used for a
famous performer in a relatively small role, or in the variant with
"introducing", for a performer's first major role.
In this round we'll give you the last-billing credit and the year
of release, and you must name the movie. For example, if we said
"2012 -- 'and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury'", you would say
"The Avengers".
1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
had the lead role.
10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
--
Mark Brader, Toronto | "No flames were used in the creation of
m...@vex.net | this message." -- Ray Depew
My text in this article is in the public domain.
and should be interpreted accordingly.
On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
Please post all your answers to the newsgroup in a single followup,
based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
the correct answers in about 3 days.
All questions were written by members of What She Said 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 2018-07-16 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
* Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
name the store chain.
1. This Japanese retailer, with 700 stores internationally and
2 in the GTA (one of which is in Yorkdale), sells clothing
and household items that epitomize their "extremely rational
manufacturing process". Their motto is: "Simplicity and
emptiness yield the ultimate universality, embracing the
feelings and thoughts of all people."
2. This South Korean skin care and cosmetics company was founded
in 2003; today it has 2,900 stores in 29 countries, including
12 in the GTA, with one in Yorkdale. Their slogan is:
"affordable beauty products born from botany".
3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
Eaton Centre.
4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
other international retailers, they have one singular global
ad campaign each season.
6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
7. This French cosmetics chain was founded in 1969, and they
pioneered the concept of "assisted self-service" in high-end
cosmetics. They are known for their signature black-and-white
store esthetic. They currently have over 2,300 stores in 33
countries, including 7 in Toronto.
8. This all-natural-beauty-product company was founded by a couple
in Poole, England, in 1995, after their original company
was bought out by the Body Shop. Their hair, skin and beauty
products are made from fruits and vegetables in five "kitchens"
around the world, one of which is here in Toronto, along with
the 10 stores they have here. The company's name came about
after a customer contest.
9. This German luxury-goods company, founded in 1909, is most
associated with their famous writing instruments. They have
450 exclusive boutiques around the world, with two in Toronto at
Yorkdale and Pearson International Airport, and their offerings
are also available via other high-end stores.
10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
and 4 stores in the GTA.
* Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
Sometimes an actor or actress in a movie may receive "last billing",
which appears after the other principal cast credits and uses
the kind of wording you see below. Typically this is used for a
famous performer in a relatively small role, or in the variant with
"introducing", for a performer's first major role.
In this round we'll give you the last-billing credit and the year
of release, and you must name the movie. For example, if we said
"2012 -- 'and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury'", you would say
"The Avengers".
1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
had the lead role.
10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
--
Mark Brader, Toronto | "No flames were used in the creation of
m...@vex.net | this message." -- Ray Depew
My text in this article is in the public domain.
Erland Sommarskog
Aug 11, 2018, 5:49:51 PM8/11/18
to
Mark Brader (m...@vex.net) writes:
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
>
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
>
> 3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
HM
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
> 6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
> has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
> get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
> and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
> including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
Joshua Kreitzer
Aug 11, 2018, 10:10:01 PM8/11/18
to
m...@vex.net (Mark Brader) wrote in news:hOGdnRbbu_EX0PLGnZ2dnUU7-
XHN...@giganews.com:
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
>
> 4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
> a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
> and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
> organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
> rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
> two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
Uniqlo
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
Benetton
> 6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
> has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
> get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
> and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
> including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
Zara
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
Lacoste
> * Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
>
> 2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
"Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom"
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
"The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly"
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
"Field of Dreams"
(wasn't that from 1989 instead?)
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
"Dreamgirls"
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
"Interview with the Vampire"
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
"The Princess Bride"
> 9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
> had the lead role.
"Alice in Wonderland"
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
"Ocean's Eleven"
--
Joshua Kreitzer
grom...@hotmail.com
XHN...@giganews.com:
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
>
> In each case, name the store chain.
>
>
> 3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
H&M
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
> 4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
> a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
> and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
> organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
> rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
> two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
> 6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
> has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
> get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
> and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
> including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
> * Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
>
> In this round we'll give you the last-billing credit and the year
> of release, and you must name the movie. For example, if we said
> "2012 -- 'and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury'", you would say
> "The Avengers".
>
> 1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
"Empire of the Sun"
> of release, and you must name the movie. For example, if we said
> "2012 -- 'and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury'", you would say
> "The Avengers".
>
> 1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
> 2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
(wasn't that from 1989 instead?)
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
> 9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
> had the lead role.
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
--
Joshua Kreitzer
grom...@hotmail.com
Dan Blum
Aug 12, 2018, 10:32:15 AM8/12/18
to
Mark Brader <m...@vex.net> wrote:
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
> Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
> the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
> international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
> name the store chain.
I was just in Eaton Centre - I guess I should have paid more
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
> Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
> the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
> international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
> name the store chain.
attention.
> 2. This South Korean skin care and cosmetics company was founded
> in 2003; today it has 2,900 stores in 29 countries, including
> 12 in the GTA, with one in Yorkdale. Their slogan is:
> "affordable beauty products born from botany".
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
> 7. This French cosmetics chain was founded in 1969, and they
> pioneered the concept of "assisted self-service" in high-end
> cosmetics. They are known for their signature black-and-white
> store esthetic. They currently have over 2,300 stores in 33
> countries, including 7 in Toronto.
> 8. This all-natural-beauty-product company was founded by a couple
> in Poole, England, in 1995, after their original company
> was bought out by the Body Shop. Their hair, skin and beauty
> products are made from fruits and vegetables in five "kitchens"
> around the world, one of which is here in Toronto, along with
> the 10 stores they have here. The company's name came about
> after a customer contest.
> 9. This German luxury-goods company, founded in 1909, is most
> associated with their famous writing instruments. They have
> 450 exclusive boutiques around the world, with two in Toronto at
> Yorkdale and Pearson International Airport, and their offerings
> are also available via other high-end stores.
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
> * Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
> 1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
Empire of the Sun
> 2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
Treasure of the Sierra Madre
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
--
_______________________________________________________________________
Dan Blum to...@panix.com
"I wouldn't have believed it myself if I hadn't just made it up."
Calvin
Aug 12, 2018, 8:38:06 PM8/12/18
to
On Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 6:56:48 AM UTC+10, Mark Brader wrote:
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
>
> Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
> the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
> international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
> name the store chain.
>
> 1. This Japanese retailer, with 700 stores internationally and
> 2 in the GTA (one of which is in Yorkdale), sells clothing
> and household items that epitomize their "extremely rational
> manufacturing process". Their motto is: "Simplicity and
> emptiness yield the ultimate universality, embracing the
> feelings and thoughts of all people."
Daiso?
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
>
> Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
> the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
> international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
> name the store chain.
>
> 1. This Japanese retailer, with 700 stores internationally and
> 2 in the GTA (one of which is in Yorkdale), sells clothing
> and household items that epitomize their "extremely rational
> manufacturing process". Their motto is: "Simplicity and
> emptiness yield the ultimate universality, embracing the
> feelings and thoughts of all people."
> 2. This South Korean skin care and cosmetics company was founded
> in 2003; today it has 2,900 stores in 29 countries, including
> 12 in the GTA, with one in Yorkdale. Their slogan is:
> "affordable beauty products born from botany".
>
> 3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
> 4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
> a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
> and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
> organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
> rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
> two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
> 6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
> has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
> get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
> and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
> including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
> 7. This French cosmetics chain was founded in 1969, and they
> pioneered the concept of "assisted self-service" in high-end
> cosmetics. They are known for their signature black-and-white
> store esthetic. They currently have over 2,300 stores in 33
> countries, including 7 in Toronto.
> 8. This all-natural-beauty-product company was founded by a couple
> in Poole, England, in 1995, after their original company
> was bought out by the Body Shop. Their hair, skin and beauty
> products are made from fruits and vegetables in five "kitchens"
> around the world, one of which is here in Toronto, along with
> the 10 stores they have here. The company's name came about
> after a customer contest.
>
> 9. This German luxury-goods company, founded in 1909, is most
> associated with their famous writing instruments. They have
> 450 exclusive boutiques around the world, with two in Toronto at
> Yorkdale and Pearson International Airport, and their offerings
> are also available via other high-end stores.
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
> * Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
>
> 1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
American Psycho?
> 2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
> 9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
> had the lead role.
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
cheers,
calvin
Pete Gayde
Aug 13, 2018, 12:13:00 PM8/13/18
to
>
> 3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
>
> 4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
> a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
> and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
> organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
> rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
> two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
>
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
>
> 6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
> has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
> get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
> and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
> including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
>
> 7. This French cosmetics chain was founded in 1969, and they
> pioneered the concept of "assisted self-service" in high-end
> cosmetics. They are known for their signature black-and-white
> store esthetic. They currently have over 2,300 stores in 33
> countries, including 7 in Toronto.
>
> 8. This all-natural-beauty-product company was founded by a couple
> in Poole, England, in 1995, after their original company
> was bought out by the Body Shop. Their hair, skin and beauty
> products are made from fruits and vegetables in five "kitchens"
> around the world, one of which is here in Toronto, along with
> the 10 stores they have here. The company's name came about
> after a customer contest.
>
> 9. This German luxury-goods company, founded in 1909, is most
> associated with their famous writing instruments. They have
> 450 exclusive boutiques around the world, with two in Toronto at
> Yorkdale and Pearson International Airport, and their offerings
> are also available via other high-end stores.
>
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
>
>
> * Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
>
> Sometimes an actor or actress in a movie may receive "last billing",
> which appears after the other principal cast credits and uses
> the kind of wording you see below. Typically this is used for a
> famous performer in a relatively small role, or in the variant with
> "introducing", for a performer's first major role.
>
> In this round we'll give you the last-billing credit and the year
> of release, and you must name the movie. For example, if we said
> "2012 -- 'and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury'", you would say
> "The Avengers".
>
> 1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
> 2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
Field of Dreams
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
>
> 9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
> had the lead role.
>
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
>
Dan Tilque
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
The Princess Bride
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
>
> 9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
> had the lead role.
>
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
>
--
Mark Brader
Aug 14, 2018, 5:49:21 PM8/14/18
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Mark Brader:
> 2. This South Korean skin care and cosmetics company was founded
> in 2003; today it has 2,900 stores in 29 countries, including
> 12 in the GTA, with one in Yorkdale. Their slogan is:
> "affordable beauty products born from botany".
The Face Shop.
> 3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
H&M. 4 for Erland, Joshua, and Calvin.
> 4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
> a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
> and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
> organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
> rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
> two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
Uniqlo. 4 for Joshua and Calvin.
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
Benetton. 4 for Erland, Joshua, Dan Blum, and Calvin.
> 6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
> has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
> get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
> and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
> including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
Zara. 4 for Erland, Joshua, and Calvin.
> 7. This French cosmetics chain was founded in 1969, and they
> pioneered the concept of "assisted self-service" in high-end
> cosmetics. They are known for their signature black-and-white
> store esthetic. They currently have over 2,300 stores in 33
> countries, including 7 in Toronto.
Sephora.
> 8. This all-natural-beauty-product company was founded by a couple
> in Poole, England, in 1995, after their original company
> was bought out by the Body Shop. Their hair, skin and beauty
> products are made from fruits and vegetables in five "kitchens"
> around the world, one of which is here in Toronto, along with
> the 10 stores they have here. The company's name came about
> after a customer contest.
LUSH. 4 for Dan Blum.
> 9. This German luxury-goods company, founded in 1909, is most
> associated with their famous writing instruments. They have
> 450 exclusive boutiques around the world, with two in Toronto at
> Yorkdale and Pearson International Airport, and their offerings
> are also available via other high-end stores.
Mont Blanc. 4 for Calvin.
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
Lacoste. (Not Izod, which is a separate company they used to work
jointly with.) 4 for Erland, Joshua, Dan Blum, and Calvin.
> * Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
> Sometimes an actor or actress in a movie may receive "last billing",
> which appears after the other principal cast credits and uses
> the kind of wording you see below. Typically this is used for a
> famous performer in a relatively small role, or in the variant with
> "introducing", for a performer's first major role.
> In this round we'll give you the last-billing credit and the year
> of release, and you must name the movie. For example, if we said
> "2012 -- 'and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury'", you would say
> "The Avengers".
> 1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
"Empire of the Sun". 4 for Joshua and Dan Blum.
> 2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
"Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom". 4 for Joshua, Dan Blum,
Calvin, and Pete.
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
"The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly". 4 for Joshua, Calvin,
and Dan Tilque.
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
"Field of Dreams". 4 for Joshua and Pete.
As Joshua noted, the correct year here was 1989. Sorry about that.
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
"Dreamgirls". 4 for Joshua, Dan Blum, and Calvin.
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
"Interview with the Vampire". 4 for Joshua.
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
"Guardians of the Galaxy". 4 for Dan Blum.
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
"The Princess Bride". 4 for Joshua, Dan Blum, Calvin, and Dan Tilque.
> 9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
> had the lead role.
"Alice in Wonderland". 4 for Joshua and Calvin.
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
"Ocean's Eleven". 4 for Joshua and Dan Blum.
Scores, if there are no errors:
GAME 3 ROUNDS-> 2 3 TOTALS
TOPICS-> Geo Ent
Joshua Kreitzer 20 36 56
"Calvin" 24 20 44
Dan Blum 12 24 36
Erland Sommarskog 16 0 16
Pete Gayde 0 8 8
Dan Tilque 0 8 8
--
Mark Brader | "You can't go around quoting politicians accurately:
Toronto | that's dirty journalism, and you know it!"
m...@vex.net | --The Senator was Indiscreet
> These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2018-06-04,
> and should be interpreted accordingly... For further information
> see my 2018-07-16 companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
> Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
> the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
> international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
> name the store chain.
> 1. This Japanese retailer, with 700 stores internationally and
> 2 in the GTA (one of which is in Yorkdale), sells clothing
> and household items that epitomize their "extremely rational
> manufacturing process". Their motto is: "Simplicity and
> emptiness yield the ultimate universality, embracing the
> feelings and thoughts of all people."
Muji.
> Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
> * Game 3, Round 2 - Geography - Shopping the World at the Mall
> Why bother with long flights and customs, when you can shop
> the world at the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale? This round is about
> international retailers that we can reach by TTC. In each case,
> name the store chain.
> 1. This Japanese retailer, with 700 stores internationally and
> 2 in the GTA (one of which is in Yorkdale), sells clothing
> and household items that epitomize their "extremely rational
> manufacturing process". Their motto is: "Simplicity and
> emptiness yield the ultimate universality, embracing the
> feelings and thoughts of all people."
> 2. This South Korean skin care and cosmetics company was founded
> in 2003; today it has 2,900 stores in 29 countries, including
> 12 in the GTA, with one in Yorkdale. Their slogan is:
> "affordable beauty products born from botany".
> 3. This Swedish clothing retailer, founded in 1947, operates in
> 62 countries, with over 4,500 stores. They opened their first
> North American store on 5th Av. in New York in 2000. They have
> at least 22 stores in the GTA, including both Yorkdale and the
> Eaton Centre.
> 4. This Japanese casual-clothing retailer was born in 1949 as
> a mens' wear store. Their philosophy includes: "function
> and beauty, joined together: the clothing is presented in an
> organized, rational manner, and that very organization and
> rationality creates an artistic pattern and rhythm." They have
> two stores in Toronto, at Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
> 5. Founded in 1965, this Italian sportswear retailer currently
> has over 5,000 stores worldwide, with one store in Toronto
> on Yonge St. Their clothing represents "a consolidated
> identity comprised of color, authentic fashion, quality at
> democratic prices and passion for its work". Unlike many
> other international retailers, they have one singular global
> ad campaign each season.
> 6. Founded in 1975, this Spanish "fast fashion" retailer currently
> has around 2,100 stores in 88 countries. They famously can
> get a new item to market in four weeks, from design to shelf,
> and do not advertise at all. They have 7 stores in Toronto,
> including Yorkdale and the Eaton Centre.
> 7. This French cosmetics chain was founded in 1969, and they
> pioneered the concept of "assisted self-service" in high-end
> cosmetics. They are known for their signature black-and-white
> store esthetic. They currently have over 2,300 stores in 33
> countries, including 7 in Toronto.
> 8. This all-natural-beauty-product company was founded by a couple
> in Poole, England, in 1995, after their original company
> was bought out by the Body Shop. Their hair, skin and beauty
> products are made from fruits and vegetables in five "kitchens"
> around the world, one of which is here in Toronto, along with
> the 10 stores they have here. The company's name came about
> after a customer contest.
> 9. This German luxury-goods company, founded in 1909, is most
> associated with their famous writing instruments. They have
> 450 exclusive boutiques around the world, with two in Toronto at
> Yorkdale and Pearson International Airport, and their offerings
> are also available via other high-end stores.
> 10. This French brand of sportswear bears one of the earliest and
> still most recognizable clothing logos in the world. Founded
> in 1933 by a famous athlete, the company now puts that logo on
> footwear, perfume, watches, and sunglasses in addition to their
> iconic polo shirt. There are 1,200 stores in 120 countries,
> and 4 stores in the GTA.
jointly with.) 4 for Erland, Joshua, Dan Blum, and Calvin.
> * Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Last Billing
> Sometimes an actor or actress in a movie may receive "last billing",
> which appears after the other principal cast credits and uses
> the kind of wording you see below. Typically this is used for a
> famous performer in a relatively small role, or in the variant with
> "introducing", for a performer's first major role.
> In this round we'll give you the last-billing credit and the year
> of release, and you must name the movie. For example, if we said
> "2012 -- 'and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury'", you would say
> "The Avengers".
> 1. 1987 -- "And introducing Christian Bale as Jim."
> 2. 1984 -- "And introducing Ke Huy Quan as Short Round."
Calvin, and Pete.
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
and Dan Tilque.
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
As Joshua noted, the correct year here was 1989. Sorry about that.
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
> 9. 2010 -- "And Mia Wasikowska." Note: Mia Wasikowska actually
> had the lead role.
> 10. 2001 -- "And introducing Julia Roberts as Tess." Note: this was
> a joke. This movie came after "Pretty Woman", "My Best Friend's
> Wedding", "Notting Hill", and "Erin Brockovich", among others,
> so Julia Roberts was already quite famous.
Scores, if there are no errors:
GAME 3 ROUNDS-> 2 3 TOTALS
TOPICS-> Geo Ent
Joshua Kreitzer 20 36 56
"Calvin" 24 20 44
Dan Blum 12 24 36
Erland Sommarskog 16 0 16
Pete Gayde 0 8 8
Dan Tilque 0 8 8
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Mark Brader | "You can't go around quoting politicians accurately:
Toronto | that's dirty journalism, and you know it!"
m...@vex.net | --The Senator was Indiscreet
Jason Kreitzer
Aug 14, 2018, 11:05:12 PM8/14/18
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"Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom"
> 3. 1966 -- "And Eli Wallach in the role of Tuco."
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
"Dreamgirls"
> 4. 1988 -- "And Burt Lancaster as Doc Graham."
> 5. 2006 -- "And introducing Jennifer Hudson."
> 6. 1994 -- "And introducing Kirsten Dunst as Claudia."
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
"The Princess Bride"
> 7. 2014 -- "And Benicio Del Toro as the Collector."
> 8. 1987 -- "And Billy Crystal as Miracle Max."
Mark Brader
Aug 14, 2018, 11:12:56 PM8/14/18
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If Jason Kreitzer had posted his answers on time, he would have scored
0 points on Round 2 and 12 on Round 3.
--
Mark Brader | "If you have any problems, any at all, you come see me...
Toronto | although that would be a huge admission of failure on your part."
m...@vex.net | --Veronica, "Better Off Ted" (Becky Mann & Audra Sielaff)
0 points on Round 2 and 12 on Round 3.
--
Mark Brader | "If you have any problems, any at all, you come see me...
Toronto | although that would be a huge admission of failure on your part."
m...@vex.net | --Veronica, "Better Off Ted" (Becky Mann & Audra Sielaff)
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