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TOSSUPS – THE SUN DEVIL MADE ME DO IT RC COLA CLASSIC 2002 – UT-CHATTANOOGA

Questions by Miguel Ruiz and Jason Zuffranieri of Arizona State with a little help from James Washick

1. Although this woman was in Philly rap groups School of Thought and Basic Instinct, it was her membership in Choice that got her a record contract with LaFace records. On Naughty By Nature’s upcoming CD, Iicons, she will be featured on What you Wanna Do, which comes as little surprise as this woman, whose real name is Alecia Moore, is romantically linked to Treach. FTP, identify this woman, whose solo career includes the albums Can’t Take Me Home and Missundaztood.

Answer: _Pink_ (accept: _A_lecia _Moore_ before mentioned)

2. In Cocoon, this man played John Dexter. In The Paper, he was Ray Blaish. You can spot him as a pathologist in Backdraft, EECOM White in Apollo 13, and Whobris in How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Sadly, he does not appear in A Beautiful Mind, despite his 1998 MTV Lifetime Acheivment Award. FTP, identify this character actor, a leech off brother Ron Howard.

Answer: _C_lint _Howard_

3. A product of Cuyahoga Falls Community College, this man began his career in 1990 with the Cleveland Indians and started 9 games, compiling a 3-4 record. The Expos and Indians used him as a middle reliever and it wasn’t until he returned home to Ohio did he find success. Compiling 194 saves since 1997, this man was traded on July 4th, 1998 from the Reds, despite being selected as an All-Star for his team. FTP, identify this man who is now out of work, but for that All-Star Game and the next 3 years, wore Dodger Blue.

Answer: Jeff _Shaw_

4. In the original series, he was given the last name of Frump, although later versions give him the same surname as his notable relatives. The 1992 tv series had him played by Rip Taylor, while the 1998 tv series had Michael Roberds. The 1998 "reunion" movie had Patrick Thomas in this role. In the original, 1973, and 1977 Halloween versions, he was played by Jackie Coogan. FTP, name this bald-headed dude, played by Christopher Lloyd in two 1990's movies, a perpetual visitor of Gomez, Morticia, and the rest of the Addams family.

Answer: _Uncle Fester_

5. There is a website devoted to this three-word act, as well as the "Long Road Back" of its unwitting participants, many of whom suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. There are four major criteria that define this act: one of the participants demonstrates the intent to die, they have a clear understanding of the act, they confront a law enforcement official to a degree that compels the officer to act with deadly force, and the subject actually dies. FTP, give the title of this method of death, whose name suggests that both the "victim" and the policeman have a hand in it.

Answer: _Suicide By Cop_ (accept equivalents)

6. In this book, Kathleen dies in childbirth after her mother Materia performs a C-section to save Kathleen’s twins. One of the twins dies anyway, causing Materia to commit suicide. The other child, Lily, contracts polio after Kathleen’s sister Frances tries to baptize her. Set in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, these are a few of the tragedies that overtake the Piper Family in FTP, this 2002 Oprah Book Club selection, written by Ann-Marie MacDonald

Answer: _Fall On Your Knees_

7. Of this man, Andrew Sarris said that this man is “one writer-director who has got some of his biggest laughs out of jokes that are too gruesome for horror films.” This director got his start in radio creating Richard Diamond: Private Detective before moving on to directing his first films Bring Your Smile Along and He Laughed Last. However, he is best known for his collaborations with two people, though he did direct Breakfast at Tiffany’s without either. FTP, identify this man, who directed wife Julie Andrews in SOB and Victor/Victoria and Peter Sellers in the Pink Panther series.

Answer: Blake _Edwards_

8. It is only made of six ingredients: water, sorbitol, salt, disodium citrate, potassium sorbate, and the active ingredient, alpha-galactosidase enzyme. Manufactured by the Akpharma company, ingesting five drops or one tablet with the first bite of food should do the trick, with more to be taken if there is more than one serving of a "problem food". FTP, name this supplement, a natural enzyme for the digestion of beans and the prevention of flatulence and gas.

Answer: _beano_

9. Originally featuring Pervis Jackson, Billy Henderson, Henry Famrbough, George W. Dixon, and Bobby Smith, this band’s original name was The Domingoes. Although part of Motown through the 60s, this group did not have a huge hit until the Stevie Wonder written It’s A Shame. Released by Motown and subsequently signed by Atlantic, this group took off with Phillipe Wynn at vocals and became one of the most popular soul groups of the 70s. FTP, identify this band with hits Ghetto Child, One of a Kind (Love Affair), and I’ll Be Around.

Answer: The Detroit _Spinners_

10. In his rookie year, this man replaced Bruce Lemmerman as the backup quarterback, fighting for time with Tom Wilkinson for the next two years. He ended his career in the league in 1983, where he set records with 31 touchdowns and 5,648 years. Alas, that was also the only year in which his team, the Edmonton Eskimos, did not win the Grey Cup while he was on the roster. FTP, identify this quarterback, who in 1984, left the CFL to become the NFL’s highest paid player for the Houston Oilers.

Answer: Warren _Moon_

11. This man "Went to College" in a 1985 comedy, in which he, the "gossip columnist and rock critic" for the Vatican City newspaper L'Osservante Romano, relates the goings-on at the Vatican to college audiences. This was art imitating life, as in 1981, this man who plays him was arrested for impersonating a priest on a trip to the Vatican. He also hosted the press conference in which Microsoft announced that they were buying the Catholic Church. FTP, name this "Father", who advocated nuking Canada in a memorable piece on Saturday Night Live, played by Don Novello.

Answer: Father _Guido Sarducci_

12. In this film, the spot where De Nomolos orders his agents to kill the main characters is the same mountain location used in the Star Trek episode Arena. Directed by Peter Hewitt, this movie features Pam Grier who plays Mrs. Wardroe, but who really is George Carlin, and William Sadler, who plays Twister, Clue, Battleship, and Chess for the lives of the title characters. FTP, identify this sequel starring Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves.

Answer: _Bill and Ted’s Bogus Journey_ (acc: _Bill and Ted Go To Hell_)

13. After three decades of investigation, a bundle of money discovered west of Vancouver is the only clue that's been found. All that is known about him is that he smoked Raleigh cigarettes, drank whiskey, and was familiar with aerodynamics. Most think he died, as he jumped over a dense forest of fir trees while dressed in a suit and loafers, with one of his two parachutes being defective. This much is certain: in November of 1971, a man paid $20 in cash for a one-way flight to Seattle, claimed he had a bomb on board, was given a $200,000 ransom, and eventually jumped out of the plane somewhere near Reno. For ten points, name this mystery man, praised in Kid Rock's Bawitdaba along with "the money he took.”

Answer: D. (Dan) B. _Cooper_

14. "[Blank] is what'cha call it when you're rockin' and rollin' everywhere", went the jingle for this toy. First produced by Hasbro in 1987, it is making a comeback, with proprietors hoping to make Freestyle [Blank] a sport. Like a skateboard, it too had a platform that often required griptape, and tricks included bouncing on the top of the bulb-like feature and bouncing down stairs. FTP, name this Saturn-shaped toy, derivatives of which include the "Moon Ball", that had its owners bouncing around, much like those who owned the namesake stick.

Answer: _Pogo Ball_

15. First making his appearance in Marking Time, this superhero uses armor created by Gyro Gearloose to combat the enemy. By activating the armor with the codeword “blathering blatherskite,” a mild-mannered accountant by the name of Fenton Crackshell can become this character. FTP, identify this superhero, helper to Scrooge McDuck and later, meddling do-gooder to Darkwing Duck.

Answer: _Gizmoduck_ (accept: _Fenton_ Crackshell before mentioned, I suppose)

16. For a time, this actor taught Latin, a language no longer spoken, at a high school near Trenton. He provided the voice for Octum in 1986's Light Years, and had a speaking role in 1987's Long Gone as well. Additionally he played Skippy on Sabrina, the Teenage Witch, from 1996-97. Not bad for someone who went "public" in 1986 and "got killed" in a 1989 movie with his taller, and much more vocal partner. FTP, name this sidekick, with given first name Raymond, responsible for 1995's eponymous "Smoke and Mirrors" and 1998's "Sin City Spectacular" with his partner, Penn Gillette.

Answer: Raymond _Teller_

17. Recently, this Glasgow group has been working with ex-Katydid Susie Hug on her solo debut. Formed in 1990, the lineup includes Neil Primrose on drums, Douglas Payne with bass, on lead guitar is Andrew Dunlap and the lead singer is Francis Healy, and the group released its first EPin 1996, entitled All I Wanna Do Is Rock. FTP, identify this band, whose first album, Good Feeling, did not sell as well as their next two, The Man Who, and The Invisible Band.

Answer: _Travis_

18. He gained national attention in 1976 as the attorney who helped get the last surviving Scottsboro Boy cleared. In 1990 he put his name forward as a potential member for the all-white Shoal Creek golf corse, helping the PGA defuse a controversy, but he says he never heard back from the club on his application. He represented Eric Ramsey in a 1991 scandal at Auburn University and served as consultant for 20 years to Birmingham mayor Richard Arrington. However, this man made most of his $1.5 billion through his Alamerica Bank. FTP, identify this businessman, who has attempted to purchase both the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and the Minnesota Twins.

Answer: Donald _Watkins_

19. The ground floor is where one finds perfumery and cosmetics, menswear, and ladies accessories, among other things. The first floor has ladies shoes and lingerie, while the third floor (of five) has furniture, homewares, and musical instruments. In the center there is an "Egyptian Escalator" that runs through the entire building. There are outlets of this store at Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, although the only store with this name is located on Brompton Road in the Knightsbridge area of Central London. FTP, name this store that is "always in fashion", run by its chairman, Mohamed Al Fayed.

Answer: _Harrod's_ department store

20. I don't know, but I think you better watch your man. 'Cause girl, he's doin' like nobody else can. If you wanna be sure, you best go powder your nose. 'Cause you wanna look good when you step on the floor. FTP, give the next line and you name the song, a 1984 hit for Klymaxx whose title suggests where the singer's heading to next.

Answer: (I've got a) _Meetin' in the Ladies' Room_

21. Along with Michael Jackson’s Thriller and Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation, this album had seven Top 10 singles. Among the other tracks include Working on the Highway, Downbound Train, and Bobby Jean, written for Little Stevie who left the backup group while on tour. FTP, identify this album with more identifiable classics such as I’m On Fire, My Hometown, Glory Days, Dancing in the Dark and the title track about a down and out Vietnam Vet.

Answer: _Born in the U.S.A_

22. In the original movie, the name of this character’s benefactor was Martin Semple, while in the remake, his name is Blake. In 1936, the main character is a tuba player from Mandrake Falls while in the 2002 movie, he is apparently the owner of a pizzeria. In both movies, however, this man writes greeting card poems and inherits a fortune, which forces them to visit the big city. FTP, identify this title character, played in 1936 by Gary Cooper and in 2002, by Adam Sandler.

Answer: Mr. Longfellow _Deeds_

(I suppose accept _Mr. Deeds_ Goes To Town if someone feels so inclined)

23. This sport had its first "official" event in October of 1976, after Phil Ragsdale wanted both to help out the local Senior Citizens Annual Thanksgiving Day feed and erase some stereotypes. At the Washoe County Fairgrounds, over 125 people competed, along with the use of five "wild" range cows, ten "wild" range calves, one pig, and a Shetland pony. Titles that were bestowed included "King of the Cowboys", "Queen of the Cowgirls", and "Miss Dusty Spurs", which was given to the top drag queen. FTP, name this sport, whose current competitors compete for the Mr., Mrs., and Miss National titles, which are granted by its governing body, the IGRA.

Answer: _gay rodeo_

BONI – THE SUN DEVIL MADE ME DO IT RC COLA CLASSIC 2002 – UT-CHATTANOOGA

Questions by Miguel Ruiz and Jason Zuffranieri of Arizona State with a little help from James Washick

1) Identify the following films, which may or may not have something in common, FTPE.

In this 1998 film, Christian Slater plays an armored truck guard who is almost robbed by Morgan Freeman and winds up in pursuit of the money. Oh yeah, there’s a giant flood, so chase scenes take place in boats and jet skis through the town.

Answer: _Hard Rain_

In Bowfinger, this is the name of the movie that Steve Martin makes. The plot revolves around Kit Ramsey’s attempt to save the world from space aliens.

Answer: _Chubby Rain_

Michael Douglas and Andy Garcia are two New York Detectives who come between a gang war of the Yakuza and end up in Japan tracking a killer in this Ridley Scott film.

Answer: _Black Rain_

2) Given lyrics, identify the Heart song FTP each.

You lying so low in the weeds / Bet you gonna ambush me / You'd have me down on my knees / Wouldn't you

Answer: _Barracuda_

Spare a little candle / Save some light for me / figures up ahead / Moving in the trees

Answer: _These Dreams_

Cold late night so long ago / When I was not so strong you know / A pretty man came to me / Never seen eyes so blue

Answer: _Magic Man_

3) Given a jersey number and another clue about a member of the 1929 Yankees, identify them, FTSNOP.

5: Number 4. He is also the only Yankee to ever wear Number 4.

Answer: Lou _Gehrig_

10: Number 7. He went on to set records for the most games won (2010) and lost (1710) as a manager.

Answer: Leo _Durocher_

10: Number 1. Nicknamed the Kentucky Colonel, he was a prototypical leadoff man, compiling a .325 batting average and leading the league in triples three times. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1970.

Answer: Earle _Combs_

5: Number 3. He hit 46 home runs that year, down from the 114 he had hit over the past two years.

Answer: Babe _Ruth_

4) Who gives a fuck about Enterprise? Answer the following about what happened to the characters of Deep Space Nine at the end of What You Leave Behind FFP each and a bonus 5 for all correct

Takes command of Deep Space Nine

Answer: _Kira_ Nerys

Killed by a Jem’Hadar

Answer: Gul _Damar_

Becomes Federation Ambassador to Kronos

Answer: _Worf_

Awakens the Pah-Wraiths and poisons Dukat

Answer: Vedek Kai _Winn_

Goes back to Starfleet to teach

Answer: Miles _O’Brien_

5) 30-20-10-5-1. Identify the actress from roles.

30: As Susan Harris, she was raped by a computer in Demon Seed. (No doubt it entertained itself in between.)

20: Her first major role was as Liz in Billy Liar. She was Donald Sutherland’s wife Laura in Don’t Look Now and Gertrude in Branagh’s Hamlet. Recently, she was Queen Aislin in Dragonheart.

10: She won her Oscar for Darling and played Lara, the object of affection, in Dr. Zhivago.

5: She’s perhaps best known for her work on and off the set with Warren Beatty, most notably McCabe and Mrs. Miller, Heaven Can Wait and Shampoo.

1: She played herself, Julie Christie, in Nashville.

Answer: Julie _Christie_

6) Given a list of classic science fiction works, name the author, FTSNOP

5) The Puppet Masters, Starship Troopers, The Door Into Summer

Robert HEINLEIN

10) The Doors of His Face, The Lamps of His Mouth, This Immortal, Nine Princes In Amber

Roger ZELAZNY

15) The Day of the Triffids, The Midwich Cuckoos, The Chrysalids

John WYNDHAM

7) Identify the fictional character given performers who played him and the dates of the portrayals 40-30-20-10.

40 This fictional character has been played at least 3 times – like you didn’t figure that out from the lead-in.

30 Voiced by Michael Bell, Jackson Beck, and Clancy Brown in different animated series

20 Portrayed by John Shea on an ABC Prime-Time series that ran from 1993 to 1997. Currently played by Michael Rosenbaum on a WB Prime Time series that debuted in 2001.

10 Portrayed by Gene Hackman for a major motion picture in 1978 and sequels in 1980 and 1987

Answer: Lex Luthor

8) Given a lyric from a Weird Al song, identify the parodied song and artist, FFP each.

They say he's got a lot of chutzpah, he's really quite hhhhhip. The parents pay the moyl and he gets to keep the tip!

Answer: The _Offspring_ _Pretty Fly For A White Guy_ (Weird Al: Pretty Fly For a Rabbi)

They'll put you behind bars. We're not playin' bumper cars. Did a great figure eight, in the middle of the Interstate.

Answer: _Fine Young Cannibals_ _She Drives Me Crazy_ (Weird Al: She Drives Like Crazy)

Potato Skins, Potato Cakes, Hash Browns and Instant Flakes, Baked or boiled or French fried

Answer: Robert _Palmer_ _Addicted to Love_ (Weird Al Version: Addicted to Spuds)

9) Answer the following about winners of the Heisman Trophy from non-traditional positions, 5-10-15.

5: The only cornerback to win the award, this former Michigan player helped his case with his punt-returning skills.

Answer: _C_harles _Woodsen_

10: Also a punt returner from Michigan, this wideout is responsible for “The Catch” against Notre Dame.

Answer: Desmond _Howard_

15: Along with Larry Kelley, this man is one of two ends to ever win the award. This Notre Dame grad went on to play for Detroit in 1950s, winning four championships.

Answer: Leon _Hart_

10) 30-20-10, name the man

30: Born in Dallas, he attended Vanderbilt University on a sports-writing scholarship. He was nominated for two National Magazine Awards for his work with the Texas Monthly, but was fired after writing a parody of "We are the World".

20: He contributes to The Door, a Christian satire magazine. He appeared in The Storytellers, Face/Off, and Drive-in Movie Memories, where he played himself.

10: For seven years, he hosted The Movie Channel's "Drive-In Theater", as well as hosting TNT's "Monstervision" for five years. He wrote "God Stuff" for the Daily Show from 1996-1998.

Answer: John _Bloom_ (accept: Joe Bob _Briggs_)

11) Given some information about a TV character that has or had a bird, identify the character on a 10-5 basis:

A. 10 His pet parrot was named Guapo.

5 This flamboyant supporting character debuted on NBC in 1998.

Answer: Jack or Mcfarland

B. 10 His pet cockatoo was named Fred

5 He was a streetwise, single cop seen on ABC from 1975-78

Answer: Tony Baretta

C. 10 Alright – I couldn’t find a 3rd character with a bird – but this amulet-wearing titular character was really an alien known as Bennu of the Golden Light

5 Portrayed by Judson Scott in a 1982 ABC series, he was never reborn but did use his exceptional powers to help people in distress and escape the government…much like The A Team…!

Answer: The Phoenix

12) Using the classic board version of Risk, name the territory given the four territories which border it, FTPE.

a) Ukraine, Afghanistan, China, Siberia

Answer: URALs

b) Alaska, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Western US

Answer: ALBERTA

c) North Africa, East Africa, Middle East, Southern Europe

Answer: EGYPT

13) On a 5-10-15 basis, answer the following about porn stars seen in non-porn roles.

5: The most popular porn actress around, she can be seen naked (of course) in Howard Stern’s Private Parts.

Answer: Jenna _Jameson_

10: This man uses his last name Hyatt when he’s in movies such as Killing Zone, The Chase, Orgazmo, and Citizen Toxie.

Answer: _Ron Jeremy_

15: Speaking of Orgazmo, two notable porn actresses (one is a host of Night Calls, the other had a recent song dedicated to her) also have major supporting roles (auth note: oxymoron?). 5 for 1, 15 for both, name them.

Answer: Juli _Ashton_ and Chasey _Lain_

14) Given the lyrics from a Wesley Willis song, name the musical act being described; FFP+5 for all correct.

You are an educated rapper / You can really rap your ass off / You can really knock it out / You are the greatest one of all

Answer: _Easy E_

You are a gangsta rap artist / You are a good gangsta rapper / You can really rap like a Magikist/ You can really whup a camel's ass

Answer: _Ice Cube_

You are a gangsta rapper / You are a gangsta rap artist / You can really rap like a Magikist / You can really whup a zebra's ass

Answer: _Snoop Dogg_y Dogg

Both of you are record producers / Both of you are record engineers / Both of you produced the Paul's Boutique album for the Beastie Boys / Both of you can really record a CD at PCP Labs

Answer: _Dust Brothers_

You used to be a rock and roller / You used to be the lead singer of the Dead Kennedys / You are a busy man on the job /

You work hard on the job at Alternative Tentacles

Answer: Jello _Biafra_

15) In April of 2001, there was a _serious_ beatdown on the soccer field, as a record was set for the largest shutout in the history of World Cup qualifying. Answer the following FTPE.

This nation did all the scoring, including thirteen from Archie Thompson.

Answer: _Australia_

This American principality was on the losing end.

Answer: _American Samoa_

Finally, this was the number of goals Australia scored, while the Samoans got shutout. Five points if within two.

Answer: _31_ (the 32nd was under protest, so accept 29-34)

16) Give the following terms from Mahjongg, FTSNOP.

For five points each, name the three suits of Mahjongg. English names are acceptable and encouraged.

Answer: _Wan_, _Bamboo_, _Circle_

Aside from the special tiles, there are two groups of tiles that are not considered as part of the three suits. Name them for five points each.

Answer: _Dragon_, _Wind_

For a final five, which wind player discards a tile to begin a round?

Answer: _East_ wind

17) Given a list of songs, identify the Rolling Stones album on which it originally appeared, 5-10-20-30:

The Last Time, Play With Fire, Satisfaction

Answer: _Out of Our Heads_

Anybody Seen My Baby, Saint of Me, Might As Well Get Juiced

Answer: _Bridges to Babylon_

Sister Morphine, Brown Sugar, Wild Horses

Answer: _Sticky Fingers_

Slave, Waiting on a Friend, Start Me Up

Answer: _Tattoo You_

18) 30-20-10, name the sportsman

30: He began his college career at Cal, then moved onto Monterey Peninsula JC, before moving on again to San Diego State University. After going undrafted out of SDSU, he went to the NFL, playing his final year in 1986 with the Rams and the Falcons. He finished with 33 career interceptions, including 5 in the postseason.

20: In the play known as the Miracle in the Meadowlands, he scooped up a Joe Pisarcik fumble and ran it into the endzone, giving his team an improbable 19-17 victory.

10: On January 18, 2001, he departed the Tampa Bay staff to join the New York Jets as their coach, becoming the 13th African-American head coach in NFL history.

Answer: Herman _Edwards_

19) 30-20-10, name the woman

30: Her first book, subtitled "Lying, Sulking, Getting Fat...and 56 Other Things NOT to Do While Looking for Love", was released in 2002.

20: This self-proclaimed "annoyed-to-be-30 displaced New Englander" is married to her cartoonist Nick Galifianakis. She has worked at newspapers since 1989, and she's been at the Washington Post since 1992.

10: Since Spring of 1997, she has written the syndicated column "Tell Me About It" has provided advice for the under-30 crowd.

Answer: Carolyn _Hax_

20) FTSNOP, identify the actor given character in Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones

5: Anakin Skywalker

Answer: Hayden _Christensen_

5: Jar-Jar Binks (well, the voice anyway)

Answer: Ahmed _Best_

10: Bail Organa

Answer: Jimmy _Smits_

10: Darth Tyranus

Answer: _C_hristopher _Lee_

21) Given a line spoken by Kevin Costner, name the film; 5-10-20-30

Sam Tuttle. I can't think of a better reason not to be a Yankee.

Answer: _For the Love of the Game_

The President's name...is Richard Starkey!

Answer: _The Postman_

"Treason doth never prosper," wrote an English poet, "What's the reason? For if it prosper, none dare call it treason."

Answer: _JFK_

It's okay, honey. I... I was just talking to the cornfield.

Answer: _Field of Dreams_

22) 30-20-10, name the song

30: The original incarnation of this song, with only a mandolin playing in the background, had Sandy Denny singing a duet with the usual lead singer of the band. On the No Quarter album, Najma Akhtar sang in place of Sandy Denny.

20: The lyrics parallel the final skirmish of the War of the Ring, with the final line "The magic runes are writ in gold to bring the balance back" possibly meaning Gandalf's runes will swing back the balance to good.

10: It was featured both on Led Zeppelin IV and the Singles' soundtrack, where The Lovemongers covered it.

Answer: The _Battle of Evermore_

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