2003 TRASHionals
Round 11: Don't worry, we picked Kentucky, too.
Tossups
- You begin this game by choosing between three courses - Easy Street, Middle Road or Hard Way. If you want to keep your job, make sure you safely toss projectiles onto the doormats or into the mailboxes of subscribers. You can earn bonus points by throwing the projectiles through the windows of non-subscribers, as well as honing your skills at a fancy B-M-X dirt track at the end of your route. This describes, for ten points, what '80s video game classic?
ANSWER: Paperboy - Its latest releases include Straw Dogs, I Am Curious-Yellow and I Am Curious-Blue, and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Since it licenses films from different studios, several titles are out of print, fetching three figures on eBay. Launched in 1984, its first two releases were Citizen Kane and King Kong on laserdisc, and it quickly became a leader in letterboxing and audio commentaries. For ten points, name this marketer of high-end, feature-packed special-edition DVDs.
ANSWER: The Criterion Collection - He seems oblivious to flickering lights, a faltering voice, and thinning crowds. You think about replacing him every time he comes to town, but he keeps traveling, drifting miles and miles away. He can inspire both tears and love. He both brings you down and gets you high. He's gonna steal the show. He draws the crowds and plays so loud. For ten points, name this titular instrumentalist of the title track of a 1972 album by Bread.
ANSWER: The Guitar Man - This collection includes "1408," in which the writer of haunted tour guides experiences the real thing; "L-T’s Theory of Pets," a nightmare tale about divorce; "That Feeling, You Can Only Say What It Is In French," about a woman’s personal hell; "The Little Sisters of Elluria," set in the Dark Tower universe; and the title tale about a nightmare job. This describes, for ten points, what 2002 collection of macabre short stories by Stephen King?
ANSWER: Everything’s Eventual - It was founded on October 13, 1975 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and was originally known as the Eastern Collegiate Basketball League. West Chester is a member of this conference in field hockey only, while football-only schools include New Hampshire, James Madison, Hofstra and Villanova. Only three schools have been members since its founding--Duquesne (doo-kane), Massachusetts and George Washington. For ten points, name this NCAA conference, whose other non-football members include Temple, Xavier and Dayton.
ANSWER: Atlantic 10 or A-10 - Reruns of this show currently can be seen at 4 a.m. Eastern time on Nick at Nite. The main characters on this show started the series working at Ritz Discount Shop but were last seen working on a comic strip about the sheep Dimitri. They worked together for years at the Chicago Chronicle -- the Wisconsin native as a reporter, the Mediterranean cousin as a mail clerk. For ten points, name this 1980s ABC sitcom about a mismatched duo -- uptight Larry Appleton and his cousin from Mypos (mee-pos), Balki.
ANSWER: Perfect Strangers - The Darwin Awards cited as an honorable mention an obese fellow who died from performing this activity too much in a closed apartment. In Mallrats, Brody cites his doing it while receiving oral sex as the reason Ashley broke up with him. For ten points, name this excretory activity that also caused tragedy in South Park: The Movie, when Kenny died from lighting one on a bet.
ANSWER: farting (accept more tasteful -- or, heck, less tasteful! -- equivalents) - Squash superstar Rebecca Macree has adopted a similar object. It made its last public appearance in November 2003 in Los Angeles, but has since been declared to be "retired." That appearance at the WTA Championships came after four sensational showings at the U.S. Open. Accompanied by a pink headband, pink wristband, and Puma sneakers, it looks like leather from a distance but is actually made of black Lycra. For ten points, name this fashion statement by a dominant female tennis player.
ANSWER: Serena Williams' black catsuit (accept any answer Establishing that it is Serena's catsuit, and prompt on a partial answer)
- (AUDIO) Given a clip of a Top 10 pop hit from 1991, give the title and artist, for ten points. (Track 22)
ANSWER: Love of a Lifetime by Firehouse - Tom Sizemore, Alfred Molina and Anthony LaPaglia were all approached to play Al Capone in this 2002 film, but the part was eliminated just before filming. Inspired by the Japanese manga Lone Wolf and Cub, the film was loosely based on Rock Island boss John Looney, whose last name was changed to Rooney on the big-screen. Paul Newman plays Rooney, while Jude Law and Tom Hanks portray hitmen Maguire and Michael Sullivan in, for ten points, what Sam Mendes film?
ANSWER: Road to Perdition - Ex-Full-House star Lori Loughlin guested as Carolyn Lance, the mother of one of the main characters. Mitch Pileggi replaced Stephen McHattie as Al Hawke, the mob boss who turns out to be the father of honest cop Jesse Reese. But the main attraction is a trio of hotties, Rachel Skarsten, Ashley Scott, and Dina Meyer. For ten points, Dinah, Huntress, and Oracle protect New Gotham in what cancelled WB series based on a DC comic book?
ANSWER: Birds of Prey - Born Karola Siegel, after emigrating to Israel, she took the first name by which she is known today, lost the top of one foot in a hotel bombing, and married a fellow kibbutzer named David. After their divorce, she moved to America in 1956, earning masters and doctoral degrees in Manhattan. Her books include Sex for Dummies and First Love: A Young People's Guide to Sexual Information. For ten points, name America's most famous sex therapist, who highly recommends the body wash.
ANSWER: Dr. RuthWestheimer (accept either) - Fictional characters include Kristin Datillo as the manager Yola Gaylen, Greg Winter as Yola's rival, Cody Kurtzman, and Jed Rees as keyboardist Anson Drubner. Green Day, Lisa Loeb, Stevie Nicks, and the Goo-Goo Dolls have guested on this series. Bobby Jo Moore plays Mona, who dispenses wisdom from inside an aquarium, while Kenny Dale Johnson, Rowland Salley, and Hershel Yatovitz play themselves as members of the band Silvertone. For ten points, name this Showtime series starring the singer of "Wicked Game."
ANSWER: The Chris Isaak Show - John Sayles gave him his first film role in 1987's Matewan, and they partnered again for City of Hope and Lone Star. He played Jake Gyllenhaal's dad in October Sky, Lukas Haas's dad in Boys, and Wes Bentley's dad in American Beauty. His role as John Laroche in 2002 has brought him the most acclaim, including a BAFTA nomination, a Golden Globe win, and most recently, an Oscar. For ten points, name this Best Supporting Actor winner for Adaptation.
ANSWER: Chris Cooper - They were the creation of George Crum, the head chef of Moon’s Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York in 1853, originally as revenge at a customer who complained his food was soggy, thick and not too salty. They remained a local delicacy until the Prohibition Era, when a rumor they were an aphrodisiac caused sales to spike in the Southeast. Herman Lay popularized this product in the early 1900’s, thanks to his self-named brand. For ten points, name this snack food, whose other product lines include Ruffles and Pringles.
ANSWER: Potato Chips - He made his third uniform number change in four years in 2002 when he switched to number 2, the one he wore while at Ramapo (RAM-a-poe) High School in New Jersey. He wore number 8 in his freshman year in 1999. Wearing number 1 the next two seasons he threw for 30 touchdowns, but many fans remember his 22 picks, including four in the 2000 Holiday Bowl and three in the 2001 Big 12 title game as fans pined for Marshall Applewhite. For ten points, name this Texas quarterback who surprisingly has never worn 11 for his father Phil.
ANSWER: Chris Simms - It's the title of the 2001 debut album of electronica act Ashby. The subject of a Right Stuff compilation for Hot Rod magazine, whose songs range from Blessid Union of Soul's "I Believe" to Meatloaf's "Paradise by the Dashboard Light," they reached the height of their popularity in the mid to late '80s. For ten points, name this hard rock genre, the subject of a 1998 Rebound Records collection that includes Bad English's "When I See You Smile."
ANSWER: Power Ballads
- Ray Cerino invented a clear acrylic model that lets you look deep inside. Village Voice columnist Tristan Taormino helped invent the model that bears his name. Other popular versions include the Tulip and the Backdoor Probe, as well as the aptly named Ass Master. For ten points, name this sex toy, popular with people who enjoy ass play.
ANSWER: butt plug (Prompt more specific on dildo. Do not accept vibrator.) - You may recognize John Rhys-Davies as Cassim, the second title character, who turns out to be the father of the first title character. Saluk, voiced by Jerry Orbach, wants to usurp Cassim, who is busy seeking for the hand of Midas. This 1996 straight-to-video offering retains the talents of Gilbert Gottfried and Robin Williams. For ten points, name this sequel to Aladdin, which is not The Return of Jafar.
ANSWER: Aladdin & the King of Thieves - She was born in Indianapolis on October 28, 1972, but moved to St. Louis when she was four. She returned to the Hoosier state, earning a bachelor’s degree at Indiana and then a master’s degree at Miami. In Florida, she worked at Miami’s Children Hospital while moonlighting as a dancer for the Heat. That helped her with her first big TV break where she lost out on Alex, but won the audience’s heart. ABC gave her another chance where she landed Ryan. For ten points, name this camera friendly star of The Bachelorette.
ANSWER: Trista Rehn (accept The Bachelorette before its mentioned) - Fronted by the son of a Black Panther attorney, their early political projects include a tape called the Rumble, given out for free to inspire grassroots activism against California Proposition 21. Four years before System of a Down, they released an album called Steal This Album. Although critical favorites, they remained obscure until a September 11, 2001 release. For ten points, what Marxist rap group coincidentally had an exploding World Trade Center on the cover of Party Music?
ANSWER: The Coup
2003 TRASHionals
Round 11: Don't worry, we picked Kentucky, too.
Bonuses
- Identify these films directed by Pedro Almodovar from a plot description, for ten points each.
- Almodovar won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for this film about two men, Marco and Benigno, and their connection while they care for a pair of comatose women.
ANSWER: Talk to Her (accept Habla Con Ella) - Ricky, recently released from a mental hospital, tries to convince a porn star to marry him. When she doesn't, he takes drastic measures.
ANSWER: Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down (accept !Atame!) - This 1988 comedy featuring Antonio Banderas features a wild storyline about a woman who tries to confront her lover and instead runs into his wife, son and new girlfriend. There's another story about a woman involved with a wanted Shiite terrorist.
ANSWER: Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (accept Mujeres al borde de un ataque de nervios) - For ten points each, answer the following about competing retailers.
- In Fight Club, the unnamed narrator's apartment is filled with the wares of this Swedish furniture manufacturer -- at least, until it's blown up.
ANSWER: IKEA - A Friends episode centered around an apothecary table from this full-service housewares store that Rachel tried to convince Phoebe was an antique. They ran an ad campaign about a "lonely lamp" in 2002.
ANSWER: Pottery Barn - Their first store opened in 1962, in a converted elevator factory in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood. Named for the original shipping containers of their imported white dishes, bridal magazines consistently rate their registry tops.
ANSWER: Crate & Barrel - 40-30-20-10-1, name the comic strip from characters.
- (40) It has characters, enough for this bonus no less!
- (30) Claude Funston is described as a "lovesick urban hillbilly with a cowlick on steroids." He moved to L.A. from Tulsa and works in a bowling ball factory.
- (20) Mr. The Toad is the only native Angelino, who spends most of his time being pissed at the newcomers and living by his motto, "screw them before they screw you." As his name suggests, he looks like a mister and a toad.
- (10) Griffy is the main character's sidekick, the "bad cop" to the title character's good cop. Zerbina is the main character's sometimes wife, when they remember that they're married to each other.
- (1) Zippy the Pinhead is the title character.
ANSWER: Zippy the Pinhead (prompt on just Zippy)
- NASCAR saw many young guns become superstars in 2002. Name these NASCAR newbies who made a difference, for ten points each.
- Driving the number-97 Rubbermaid Ford, this Las Vegas native won four races in 2002, including three of the last five, to finish third in the Winston Cup point standings.
ANSWER: Kurt Busch - This driver of the Jeff Gordon-owned number-48 Lowe’s Chevy took the pole of the 2002 Daytona 500. This 27-year-old won three races en route to a fifth-place finish in points.
ANSWER: Jimmie Johnson - This 24-year-old driver of the Penske-owned number-12 ALLTEL Ford finished sixth in points thanks to 14 top-five finishes, as well as victory in September’s New Hampshire 300.
ANSWER: Ryan Newman
- For ten points each, name these duets featuring Luther Vandross.
- Vandross's cover album Songs included this duet with Mariah Carey covering Diana Ross and Lionel Richie's theme song for a 1981 Brooke Shields movie.
ANSWER: Endless Love - The Mo' Money soundtrack yielded this duet with Janet Jackson that claims that the moon and the stars belong to everyone.
ANSWER: The Best Things in Life Are Free - In 1987, Vandross had this hit with dancer and actor Gregory Hines.
ANSWER: There's Nothing Better Than Love - Identify these politicians who are probably better known for their TV careers, for ten points each.
- A lawyer during Watergate, he appeared in the films Die Hard 2 and The Hunt for Red October, then served as senator from Tennessee before playing DA Arthur Branch on Law and Order.
ANSWER: Fred Dalton Thompson - He served as a representative from Georgia's 4th Congressional District after playing Cooter Davenport on The Dukes of Hazzard.
ANSWER: Ben Jones - He served four terms as a Congressman from Iowa in the late '80s and early '90s after a memorable run as Gopher on The Love Boat.
ANSWER: Fred Grandy - Given a fictional high school and the year a show premiered, identify the TV program set there, for ten points each.
- Carver High School, 1978
ANSWER: The White Shadow - Booker T. Washington High School, 1997
ANSWER: The Steve Harvey Show - St. Augustine’s Academy, 1988
ANSWER: Just the Ten of Us - For ten points each, who played these villains of the Die Hard series?
- He played evil European Hans Gruber in the first movie.
ANSWER: Alan Rickman - He played Colonel Stuart, who tries to rescue Valverde general Ramon Esperanza in the second film. Other rules include the Grim Reaper in Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey.
ANSWER: William Sadler - In the third flick, this singer made her acting debut as the silent but deadly killer Katya.
ANSWER: Sam Phillips - For ten points each, name the cults from clues.
- This Japanese cult was responsible for the Tokyo sarin subway attacks in 1995 and is classified as a terrorist group by the U.S. State Department.
ANSWER: Aum Shinrikyo - This multi-level marketing association is often labeled a cult due to their control of their sellers and relentless push on their members to recruit more and become "diamonds."
ANSWER: Amway - Their current members include Eric Bloom, Buck Dharma, Allen Lanier, Danny Miranda, and Bobby Rondinelli and they’re best known for not fearing the reaper.
ANSWER: Blue Oyster Cult - For ten points each, identify these birth control methods.
- According to the Alan Guttmacher Institute, an estimated one in four public school sex-ed classes teach only this form of birth control.
ANSWER: abstinence (accept equivalents) - The manufacturer of this once-a-month injected method of birth control voluntarily recalled batches in October 2002, as they contained insufficient medicine to prevent pregnancy.