Trivia Quiz?

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On 9/26/2020 at 3:59 PM, phkrause said:

One of the greatest heroes of the American west is known to us as 'Doc' Holliday. What was Doc's given name?

Phillip, John, Charles, or Thomas

John

One of the greatest heroes of the American west is known to us as 'Doc' Holliday. What was Doc's given name?

Your Answer: John

Correct Answer: John

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On 9/26/2020 at 5:45 PM, phkrause said:

Who manufactured the pioneering video game "Pong"?

Nintendo Microsoft Atari Apple

Atari

Answer: Pong was a table tennis-themed arcade video game, manufactured by Atari and released in 1972. It was one of the earliest arcade games and created by Allan Alcorn as a training exercise assigned to him by Atari co-founder Nolan Bushnell. Bushnell based the game's concept on an electronic ping-pong game included in the Magnavox Odyssey, the first home video game console. In response, Magnavox sued Atari for patent infringement. During the 1975 Christmas season, Atari released a home version of Pong exclusively through Sears retail stores which became a commercial success.

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When Verizon released its Droid cell phone, it had to get permission from which Hollywood director?

Martin Scorsese Steven Spielberg George Lucas Francis Ford Coppola

George Lucas

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What is the capital city of the popular Caribbean tourist destination Dominican Republic?

Puerta Plata, La Vaga, Santo Domingo, or Santiago

Santo Domingo

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Who were David Soul and Paul Michael Glaser better known as?

The Blues Brothers Starsky & Hutch Penn & Teller Cheech & Chong

Starsky & Hutch

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16 hours ago, phkrause said:

When Verizon released its Droid cell phone, it had to get permission from which Hollywood director?

Martin Scorsese Steven Spielberg George Lucas Francis Ford Coppola

George Lucas

Answer: The word "droid" may be an unusual name for a phone, but Verizon had to seek permission to use it. Thats because George Lucas invented the word for his 1977 film Star Wars. Lucas used the word droid to refer to C-3P0, R2D2, and other automatons in Star Wars. Nearly 31 years after the premier of Star Wars, George Lucas’ company, Lucasfilm, trademarked the word “droid.” A few months later, Verizon released its Droid line of phones. As a result, Verizon paid Lucasfilm (now Disney) a handsome chunk of change for the rights to use this word as a brand name.

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16 hours ago, phkrause said:

What is the capital city of the popular Caribbean tourist destination Dominican Republic?

Puerta Plata, La Vaga, Santo Domingo, or Santiago

Santo Domingo

What is the capital city of the popular Caribbean tourist destination Dominican Republic?

YOUR ANSWER

Your Answer: Santo Domingo

Correct Answer: Santo Domingo

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14 hours ago, phkrause said:

Who were David Soul and Paul Michael Glaser better known as?

The Blues Brothers Starsky & Hutch Penn & Teller Cheech & Chong

Starsky & Hutch

Answer: This iconic cop show starred Paul Michael Glaser as Starsky and David Soul as Hutch. With a frothy mix of action, wisecracks and serious detective work, the beloved show was a major hit on ABC in the 1970s. Taking on dope dealers, muggers, and other thugs, Starsky & Hutch were aided by their red-and-white 1974 Ford Gran Torino and street informant Huggy Bear (Antonio Fargas). Under the radio call sign "Zebra Three", they were known for tearing around the streets of fictional Bay City, California. The series inspired a theatrical film and a video game.

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Which luxury retailer is famous for their iconic blue boxes?

Tiffany & Co. Cartier Rolex Louis Vuitton

Tiffany & Co.

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In the 1975 sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter", what was the name of the character that John Travolta played?

Freddie Washington, Vincent Barbarino, Juan Epstein, or Michael Woodman

Vincent Barbarino

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Which sketch comedy show featured Jamie Foxx, Jim Carrey, and Jennifer Lopez?

"Saturday Night Live" "Madtv" "In Living Color" "Almost Live!"

In Living Color

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The iconic U.S. landmark "Gateway Arch", is located in which city?

St Louis, Boston, Chicago, or New York

St Louis

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On 9/28/2020 at 11:25 AM, phkrause said:

Which luxury retailer is famous for their iconic blue boxes?

Tiffany & Co. Cartier Rolex Louis Vuitton

Tiffany & Co.

Answer: Tiffany Blue is the colloquial name for the light medium robin egg blue color associated with Tiffany & Co., the New York City jewelry company. The color was used on the cover of Tiffany's Blue Book, first published in 1845. Since then Tiffany & Co. has used the color extensively on promotional materials, including boxes and bags. The Tiffany Blue color is protected as a color trademark by Tiffany & Co. The color is produced as a private custom color by Pantone, with PMS number 1837, the number deriving from the year of Tiffany's foundation.

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On 9/28/2020 at 11:54 AM, phkrause said:

In the 1975 sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter", what was the name of the character that John Travolta played?

Freddie Washington, Vincent Barbarino, Juan Epstein, or Michael Woodman

Vincent Barbarino

In the 1975 sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter", what was the name of the character that John Travolta played?

Your Answer: Vincent Barbarino

Correct Answer: Vincent Barbarino

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19 hours ago, phkrause said:

Which sketch comedy show featured Jamie Foxx, Jim Carrey, and Jennifer Lopez?

"Saturday Night Live" "Madtv" "In Living Color" "Almost Live!"

In Living Color

Answer: Keenen Ivory Wayans created "In Living Color," and starred alongside four of his family members: Kim, Damon, Marlon and Shawn. The show was full of future stars. Besides the Wayans family, there was Jim Carrey, David Alan Grier and Jamie Foxx. Damon was the first breakout star, playing various characters like "Homey D. Clown," while Carrey's biggest smash was "Fire Marshal Bill". The show also featured live hip-hop performances and dances from the Rosie Perez-choreographed Fly Girls, featuring a then unknown Jennifer Lopez.

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19 hours ago, phkrause said:

The iconic U.S. landmark "Gateway Arch", is located in which city?

St Louis, Boston, Chicago, or New York

St Louis

The iconic U.S. landmark "Gateway Arch", is located in which city?

Your Answer: St. Louis

Correct Answer: St. Louis

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The designer of the Star Wars character Yoda based his eyes on whose?

An actor A president A scientist An athlete

A scientist

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What animal has the most taste buds?

Dolphin Chimpanzee Octopus Catfish

Catfish

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19 hours ago, phkrause said:

The designer of the Star Wars character Yoda based his eyes on whose?

An actor A president A scientist An athlete

A scientist

Answer: Stuart Freeborn was the makeup supervisor for the original Star Wars trilogy. His most notable contribution was the design and fabrication of the character Yoda. Freeborn revealed that Yoda's facial design was modeled after another great, wise and brilliant man: none other than the celebrated astrophysicist Albert Einstein. Freeborn was heavily influenced by a picture of Einstein which was hung on a wall in the office where Yoda’s physical appearance was being creatively molded. Consequently, he felt inspired to fashion the Jedi master’s facial features, specifically his eyes and wrinkles, after Einstein.

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Which fast food restaurant did McDonald's own 90% of before selling its stake in 2006?

Chick-fil-A Panda Express Chipotle Little Caesars

Chipotle

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The National Natural Landmark "Diamond Head" is a volcanic tuff cone located in which U.S. state?

Alaska, California, Hawaii, or Nevada

Hawaii

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The author of which novel locked all of his clothes away so he couldn't leave his house until he finished his novel?

The Catcher in the Rye War and Peace For Whom the Bell Tolls The Hunchback of Notre-Dame

The Hunchback of Notre-Dame

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23 hours ago, phkrause said:

Which fast food restaurant did McDonald's own 90% of before selling its stake in 2006?

Chick-fil-A Panda Express Chipotle Little Caesars

Chipotle

Answer: In 1993, Steve Ells opened the first Chipotle Mexican Grill in Denver, Colorado, using an $85,000 loan from his father. In order for Ells to expand his promising fast casual concept, he needed money. That cash infusion came in the form of an investment from fast food king McDonald's. The investment from the Golden Arches allowed Chipotle to quickly expand, from 16 restaurants in 1998 to over 500 by 2005. By the time Chipotle went public in 2006, McDonald's owned more than 90% of the company. Later that year, McDonalds's sold their stake and parted ways with the burrito chain.

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21 hours ago, phkrause said:

The National Natural Landmark "Diamond Head" is a volcanic tuff cone located in which U.S. state?

Alaska, California, Hawaii, or Nevada

Hawaii

The National Natural Landmark "Diamond Head" is a volcanic tuff cone located in which U.S. state?

Your Answer: Hawaii

Correct Answer: Hawaii

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19 hours ago, phkrause said:

The author of which novel locked all of his clothes away so he couldn't leave his house until he finished his novel?

The Catcher in the Rye War and Peace For Whom the Bell Tolls The Hunchback of Notre-Dame

The Hunchback of Notre-Dame

Answer: In late 1830, Victor Hugo had a problem. He promised his publisher a book by February, but he hadn't even started it yet. So he collected all of his clothes, removed them from his chambers, and locked them away. He was left with nothing to wear except a large shawl. Lacking any clothing to go outdoors, Hugo was no longer tempted to leave the house. The strategy worked. Hugo remained in his study each day and wrote furiously during the fall and winter of 1830. The Hunchback of Notre Dame was published two weeks early, on January 14, 1831.