Ironhead Invitational 2001
Packet by Eric Steinhauser
Copyright 2001, Pitt Quiz Bowl
TOSSUPS
1.The title character is in love with his blue fuzzy blanket. When his best friend Zoe tries to hold it, he tries to take it back, but occupied in the tug-o-war, neither see Telly skate into the blanket and careem towards a* trashcan. Finding his blanket snagged in the can, he tugs on it and manages to get sucked into the “yuckiest place ever.” FTP, name this Henson Pictures film which relates the story of the titular red character in Oscar’s homeland.
Answer:The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
2.They recorded five songs for a never-released second album, including “Snake Lake Blues” and “Got to Get Better in a Little While.” Bassist Carl Radle* died of cancer, drummer Jim Gordon went insane, and the slide guitarist collided with a peach truck in 1971. Before that, they recorded a classic album in 1970, featuring such songs as “Bell Bottom Blues” and the title track. FTP, name this short-lived band which featured the dueling guitars of Duane Allman and Eric Clapton.
Answer:Derek and the Dominoes
3.“Think,” “Palindrome,” “Count on It,” “Change Your Point of View,” “8% of my Love,”* “Estimation,” “Neighborhood Super Spy,” “Perpendicular Lines”, and “The Triangle Song” were all heard on it. FTP, name the PBS show where one could hear these mathematically-oriented songs, along with watching “Mathman” and “Mathnet.”
Answer:Square One
4.He concluded that Honus Wagner is the greatest baseball player ever in terms of both Peak and Career Value.* A dropout math major, he pioneered the field of Sabermetrics and has produced a yearly bestselling journal for a decade. FTP, name this author and predecessor of Rob Neyer whose deconstructions of the Hall of Fame and the history of managing haven not faired as well as the Historical Baseball Abstract.
Answer:Bill James
6.He entered the academy in 2071 AD, one year after World War Three. After 15 years of intense training, he was given the power to hunt* criminals in Mega City One. Convicted of a murder he did not commit, he must set out to clear his name and uncover corruption in the highest levels of The Law. FTP, name this action comics hero played in a 1995 movie of the same name by Sylvester Stallone.
Answer:Judge Dredd
7.The title character’s rehabilitation was in the unsavory hands of hoarse, bespectacled Jergen.* Jason was brought in to replace the nerdy but reliable Berkoff. Walter never loses his bandana and always calls her sugar, though her code name is Josephine. Conducting clandestine missions for Section One, FTP, name this USA show featuring an icy blonde hero played by Peta Wilson.
Answer:La Femme Nikita
8.Part Two ends with an arrangement of “The Sailor’s Hornpipe,” and includes such interesting parts as the “moribund”* and “girlie” choruses. Fusing elements of rock ‘n’ roll with minimalist composition, the composer played most of the 30-odd instruments heard on this album. The first Virgin release, Mike Oldfield wrote it before he was 20. FTP, name this orchestral work later adapted into a theme for The Exorcist, which features the title instrument at the end of Part One.
Answer:Tubular Bells
9.Ezra Hendrickson’s second goal of the game in the 78th minute proved to be the game and tournament winner over CD Olimpia, as they became only the second US team* to win the F.C. Champion’s Cup. They also earned a berth in the 2001 Club World Championship in Spain. Led by goalkeeper Kevin Hartman and forwards Luis Hernandez and Cobi Jones, FTP, name this MLS franchise.
Answer:Los Angeles or Galaxy
10.“Todd McFarlane on Super Powers of the Individual,” “Jenna Jameson on the Erotic Arts,” “What is* Funny and How Does One Develop an Ability to Make Others Laugh?”, “Tony Hawk on Being Badass,” and “Norm Macdonald on the Price of Being Funny” are among its episodes. All of those descriptive episode titles are from an interview program which debuted in December 1999. FTP, identify this Comedy Central show, the second on that network for its host.
Answer:Turn Ben Stein On
11.His book Charlie Simpson’s Apocalypse was nominated for the American Book Award, and caught the attention of Hollywood. He had an ugly public falling out with Michael Ovitz,* and is often ranked one of the most powerful men in Hollywood. He started out as a reporter for “Rolling Stone,” and his latest work, American Rhapsody tackles Monica-gate from that perspective. FTP, name this author and screenwriter of Jade, Showgirls, and Basi Instinct.
Answer:Joe Eszterhas
12.Tavis Werts, Dan Regan, Scott Klopfenstein, and Grant Barry are just the brass section of this band, who released “Why Do They Rock So Hard?” in 1998. Matt Wong, Andrew Gonzales, and Andrew Barrett play more traditional roles in this group, whose song* “Trendy” provides the music for a Florida Marlins dance. They kept busy with such projects as a collaboration with Goldfinger on “Up the Junction” after their 1996 debut record, “Turn the Radio Off.” FTP, name this band which ironically hit radio stardom with “Sell Out.”
Answer:Reel Big Fish
13.Collumnist John P. Lopez granted his wish but, despite his efforts, no one else did, leaving him with just 0.19% of the vote. Two of his teammates* on the 1993 Twins did make it, however, so it wasn’t a total loss. Long known as a jokester, he does hold two NL records, including the most strikeouts to start a game. Now doing color commentary for the Houston Astros TV broadcasts, FTP, name this ex-Astro and Twin who got his wish for just one Hall of Fame vote.
Answer:Jim Deshaies [Ed:
14.She stumbled into the role of Gail in Camp Nowhere after the original actress dropped out. Featured in a few Nintendo commercials* in 1994, she had a recurring role as a tormenter in “The Secret World of Alex Mack” and a brief stint on “Flipper.” Roles in Idle Hands, PUNKS, and Never Been Kissed brought her increasing recognition and the opportunity to star in a hit series. FTP, name this actress and star of “Dark Angel.”
Answer:Jessica Alba
15.“All you sucker DJ’s who think you’re fly” “try to put on those airs and act real cool,” “but you got to* realize that you’re acting like fools.” Instead, you should “wave your hands in the air like you don't care,” then “glide by the people as they start to look and stare,” especially “pretty ladies around the world.” FTP, “tell your brother, your sister and your mama too” the name of this song recorded by many acts, including Gun, Melanie B., and Cameo.
Answer:“Word Up”
16.During the third season, Wendy tries to force the title character to have another child with her* – this despite the fact they had been divorced for three years. He is a member of the One-Two-One club, led by Louise, a sex-obsessed Englishwoman. Kirk is a self-styled womanizing boor, while Kate may or may not have a long term interest in the title character in, FTP, this Judd Hirsch vehicle named for at type of letter.
Answer:Dear John
17.He only lost one Olympic final race to someone not on his national team – his first, losing to Joseph Guillemot of France in the 5000 meters. He came back to win the 10,000 meter and cross country events,* though, marking his rise to stardom. By 1923, he held world records in the mile, 5000 meters, and 10,000 meters – a feat never since accomplished. FTP, name this “Flying Finn” who dominated long distance running.
Answer:Paavo Nurmi
18.Created in 1971, he looks nothing like the other people in the world he inhabits – perhaps it signifies his often-expressed feelings of alienation.* He usually overcomes such doubts and anxieties by pointing out the small charms and beauties of life in one simple frame, which makes for great greeting cards. Created by Tom Wilson, FTP, name this cartoon character who may or may not be taken off for great justice.
Answer:Ziggy
19.Most of the political intrigue and scenes dealing with blacklisting were cut, diminishing the roles of Viveca Lindfors and Murray Hamilton.* Kate Morosky is a liberal activist. Hubbell Gardner is a basic establishment WASP in the military. Despite their differences, they have a long romance over the course of three decades and create hit song of the film’s title. FTP, name this Barbara Streisand-Robert Redford movie.
Answer:The Way We Were
20.The most important activity of the commune, the one on which it is based, is gang-banging. A Man will swim a river of snot* and wade nostril-deep through a mile of vomit, if he thinks there is some sex awaiting. Life in this sociey is an utter bore, and no aspect of it is relevant to women. FTP, insights like these are gleaned from the manifesto of what group, invented by Valerie Solanas, the would-be assassin of Andy Warhol?
Answer:SCUM (Society for Cutting Up Men); (prompt on “Solanas”)
21.In 1986, developer Ray DeGennaro bought a run-down building in the Mexican village of Todos Santos,* and he is now trying to sell it for $950,000. The former owner’s daughter, Maria, was a raven-haired beauty who regularly lit up candles and served as a guide down dark corridors, and visitors can clearly hear the mission bell of the church behind a garden. FTP, manager Irving Azoff declared that this 1977 smash hit was about a state of mind, while Don Henley denies ever setting foot in what immortal piece of real estate?
Answer:Hotel California
22.What an archaeologist is doing tagging along on a wildlife expedition* is something even the script doesn’t pretend to understand. Why these law officials allow some hotshot millionaire to step in and run the show is also hard to understand. What isn’t hard to understand is Delores Bickerman’s foul mouth. FTP, name this 1999 movie starring Bill Pullman and Brigit Fonda about a large crocodile.
Answer:Lake Placid
23.After being released by one team early this year, he resigned with another, only to retire* that day. They had planned it that way, as he had spent 12 years as a major gear in their offense and played on 4 AFC championship teams. FTP, name this longtime running back who retired as a Bill.
Answer:Thurman Thomas
24.In October 2000, he died at his house in Atlanta, in the presence of his fiancée Julie Snider, and members of his last band, Big People. After an early career as a sex symbol and rocker in his native* Cleveland, he moved to Boston, where he formed the band with which he sung lead on such tracks as “Just What I Needed,” “Drive,” and “My Best Friend’s Girl.” FTP, name this late bassist who, along with Ric Ocasek, founded The Cars.
Answer:Ben Orr
Ironhead Invitational 2001
Packet by Eric Steinhauser
Copyright 2001, Pitt Quiz Bowl
BONI
1.In the 1983 NFL Entry Draft, six quarterbacks were taken in the first round, including Pitt’s own Dan Marino. F5PE and a bonus 5 for all correct, name the others.
Answer:John Elway, Todd Blackledge, Jim Kelly, Tony Eason, Ken O’Brien
2.For 15 from the quote or 5 from the movie in which the quote appears, name the actor who speaks each quote.
[15] “God kills indiscriminately and so shall we. For no creatures under God are as we are, none so like him as ourselves.”
[5]Interview with the Vampire
Answer:Tom Cruise (Thomas Cruise Mapother IV)
[15]“You are a total nutcase, completely deranged, delusional, paranoid. Your thought process is all fucked up. Your information train is jammed, man!”
[5]Twelve Monkeys
Answer: Brad Pitt
3.Some works of genius are never appreciated during their time. Identify the oft-ignored but hilarious comedy series for 15 points each.
[15] This fox series of the early nineties starred Chris Elliot as a moronic 30-year-old paperboy who still lived with his parents. It Co-starred Brian Doyle-Murray and Chris Elliot’s real life dad, Bob Elliot.
Answer: Get a Life
[15] This wacky sketch comedy series had no commercial interuptions, instead incorporating its sponsors products into skits. Sure they put Mug Root Beer and Taco Bell into the show’s title, but they also said Mountain Dew looked like urine...um, liquid sunshine.
Answer: The Dana Carvey Show
4.Rock bands doing drugs? No. I won’t believe it. Name the musician or group when given an example of drug related material.
[10] This punk band release such songs as “Drugs are good” and “Herojuana”. For 10 points, name this Fat Records Band headed up by Fat Mike.
Answer: NOFX
[10] When I saw this group in Washington, even the security guards were smoking weed. For ten points what rappers released “Hits from the Bong” and “Dr. Greenthumb”?
Answer: Cypress Hill
[10] This popular band released many songs with oblique references to Marijuana and LSD. For ten points, what band supposedly reproduced the sound of a joint being hit in the song “Girl”?
Answer: the Beatles
5. Identify the variety of beer given an example. For example, If I say, “Colt 45” The answer would be “Malt Liquor”. For ten points each.
[10] Budweiser
Answer: Lager
[10] Guinness
Answer: Stout
[10] Urquell
Answer: Pilsner
6. Okay, nerds listen up. I know you like Marvel Comics, but how about Marvel comics parodies, like Peter Porker, the Spectacular Spider-Ham? The cast featured animal version of the original characters, like Goose Rider and Duck-tor Doom. For ten points each identify these other characters:
[10] This feline superhero claims not to have any superpowers- he just eats right and stays in shape. He uses a red white and blue shield as his primary weapon, not retractable claws. Name him.
Answer: Captain Americat
[10] This character is Peter Porker’s boss at the Daily Beagle. He is based on an African member of the dog family and has a very short temper.
Answer: J. Jonah Jackal
[10] This superhero, makes special appearances in some issues. He is a seemingly docile rabbit, but just don’t make him angry.
Answer: Hulk Bunny
7.It’s Sunday and I just want to dance, dance, dance. Help me out by identifying these genres of dance music for ten points each.
[10] This genre of electronic dance music began in the US in the 1980s and became globally popular in the 1990s. It features glacial synthesizer melodies and brisk machine rhythms.
Answer: Techno
[10] Spiritual and overpowering at times, this genre is manifesting itself as the most popular form of dance music, from the underground raves where it was born to giant mega clubs where it is played today.
Answer: Trance
[10] This genre is known for using Hip Hop beats with little or no rapping. Instead it uses electronic sounds or old soul, funk, or jazz samples and vocals in a down tempo break beat style.
Answer: Trip Hop
8.Scotland is a great place for movies. Identify the movie set in Scotland from characters for 10 points each.
[10] Spud Murphy, Mark Renton, Francis Begbie, Sickboy Williamson.
Answer: Trainspotting
[10] Murron, Hamish (A-mish), Argyle Wallace, The Leper
Answer: Braveheart
[10] MacGregor, Archibald Cunningham,Will Guthrie
Answer: Rob Roy
9.Name these commentators of sporting events from their catchphrases for five points each and a bonus five for all correct.
[5] “Not so fast my friends!”
Answer: Lee Corso
[5] “Holy Toledo!”
Answer: Milo Hamilton
[5] “Awesome with a capital A, baby!”
Answer: Dick Vitale
[5] “Gol” (goal)
Answer: Andres Cantor
[5]“Whoa Nellie!!!”
Answer: Keith Jackson
10.Everyone once in awhile, a TV series comes up with a unique gadget or faux brand. FTP, given the item, name the show.
[10] Buzz Beer
Answer: The Drew Carey Show
[10] The Bass-o-Matic
Answer: Saturday Night Live
[10] Shoe Phone
Answer: Get Smart
11.Oh, Dem blues done got me down. Name the artist from songs. 10 points each.
[10] Crossroads Blues, Love in Vain, Terraplane Blues
Answer: Robert Johnson
[10] Dust my broom, The sky is crying, shake your moneymaker
Answer: Elmore James
[10] Juke, Off the wall, My Babe
Answer: Little Walter Jacobs
12.30-20-10, name the TV show.
[30] It is estimated that reruns of this CBS series are being shown somewhere in the world, every moment of the day.
[20] In its pilot, we learned that the title character’s first name was Willy.
[10] It examined the aftermath of the “three-hour tour” of the hapless Minnow.