2006 Ann B. Davis – The Tenth Anniversary
Tossups for Mos Def and Talib Kweli are PittStar
by Ryan Balthaser, Susan Glassburn, Zach Pozun and Steve Ziemak
FIRST PERIOD – Fifty-or-nothing bonuses in effect
1).Timothy Havelock was murdered by a Cuban hitman while searching for the St. Georges which sank after pulling up a mine with its fishing nets. The ship contained a device called the ATAC (*) that helped control the Royal Navy's fleet of Polaris Submarines. Aristotle Kristatos was hired by the KGB to obtain the device. Instead of being handed to General Gogol, the ATAC was thrown off a cliff in, For 10 points--this 1981 James Bond film notable for the death of Blofeld in its opening sequence.
Answer:For Your Eyes Only
2).He earned his BA from UTEP in 1972 and his JD from Arizona in 1976 and has been a partner in an Arizona law firm since 1983. His second career began in 1990 (*)where he wears #85 and was mentioned in a Letterman Top Ten List in 2002. A head referee since 1992, during the first regular season NFL game in Mexico in 2005, he got an ovation from the Azteca crowd when he announced penalties in both Spanish and English. For 10 points--name this veteran NFL referee, noted for his muscle-bound physique.
Answer:(Edward G.) "Ed"Hochuli
3).He was born on April 18, 1961 according to his fake ID, which also claims that he is a Scandinavian miner named Ilko Skevüld.(*) One of his favorite activities is making crappy Flash cartoons, and the official video for a They Might Be Giants song was made using his style of animation. He also suffers from recurrent head explosions. For 10 points--name this character that looks like a cross between a Pikachu, a wedge of cheese, and an anvil featured on homestarrunner.com.
Answer:The Cheat
4).This singer graduated from high school at the age of 16, and scored a perfect 800 on the math section of the SAT. Currently starring on Broadway as Billy Flynn in a (*) revival of Chicago, his first film role was an uncredited one in Back to the Future and later played Gwyneth Paltrow's father in 2000's Duets. However, his biggest claim to fame was as lead singer for a 80s band that produced albums such as Picture This, Sports and Fore. For 10 points--name this leader of The News.
Answer:Huey Lewis
5).This actor began his career at the age of 16 on The Patty Duke Show with a recurring role as Cathy's boyfriend.(*) He didn't really come into fame until many years later, his career being rejuvenated by a supporting role in Presumed Innocent in 1990. He played a tough-talking lawyer on L.A. Law in the early 1990s, and finished the decade in an Aaron Sorkin show. For 10 points--name this actor who played Leo McGarry on The West Wing.
Answer:John Spencer
6).Among the celebrities hired to promote this team were Y.A. Tittle, Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle. Despite lofty predictions for the first season from manager Joe Schulz, the team lost 98 games.(*) Attendance was so low that owner William Daley filed for bankruptcy and later, was the focus of Jim Bouton's Ball Four. Sold during Spring Training in 1970, this is--for 10 points--what major league team that relocated to Milwaukee upon their purchase by Bud Selig.
Answer:Seattle Pilots(prompt on "Seattle")
7).He started in the hardware business, where he also got his middle name: Powertools. His first film appearance was a cameo in Dr. Otto and the Riddle of the Gloom Beam. (*) In 1993, he encountered a cannon containing the British crown jewels. Two years earlier, he defeated an evil troll that turned people into wooden dolls. Before that, he used his electromagnetic powers to defeat his doppelganger, Felix Nash. For 10 points--identify this character portrayed by Jim Varney that appeared in 10 films.
Answer:Ernest P Worrell
SECOND PERIOD – Unlimited guessing on completed tossups
8).Created in 1927 by the Perkins Product Company, this drink is the official soft drink of Nebraska. (*)and is also the favorite drink of J.J. Evans. Perkins created this product when he tried to reduce the shipping cost for his bottled flavored syrups by removing all the liquid from the Fruit-Smack concentrate and sold it in envelopes. Currently made by Kraft foods--for 10 points--identify this powdered drink mix whose mascot is a giant anthropomorphic juice pitcher.
Answer:Kool-Aid
9).He, the citizens of Atlantis, and Mr. Wiggles defeated Rumpofsteelskin in an underwater battle. He won another fight by using the Big Bang Theory. (*) In a different battle, he stopped Sir Nose D'Voidoffunk from spreading the Placebo Syndrome by utilizing the flash light on the bop gun given to him by Dr. Funkenstein. For 10 points--identify this divine alien who came down from the Mothership to bring Funk to earthlings according to the P-Funk mythos.
Answer:Starchild
10).Head cheerleader Harley Clark, who got the idea from watching shadow puppets on a dorm wall, is credited as its creator. First unveiled at a pep rally and then during a game against TCU in 1955(*), it was designed to look like the mascot Bevo. George W. Bush caused a minor uproar by making the gesture in Norway, where a similar gesture is considered Satanic. When properly made the index finger and pinkie finger mimic the horns of a steer in--for 10 points--this hand gesture made by University of Texas students and alumni.
Answer:Hook ‘em Horns gesture
11).This actress had a twelve year long on-again, off-again affair with Marlon Brando. It only really came to an end when, while on strong depressants, she tried to commit suicide.(*) In spite of this, she is one of the few performers who has won an Oscar, Emmy, Tony, and Grammy. She was the voice of the elusive Carmen Sandiego on TV, and a regular cast member of the children's show The Electric Company. For 10 points--name this actress most famous for playing the original Anita in West Side Story.
Answer:Rita Moreno
12)."Big Spenda" Lopez is burnin' money like it ain't no thang. Their MC is "The Fee" Jones. "25-Cent" Chang, helps them out as well. This group's membership fluctuates between three and six members. Frequently referred to as clowns or morons (*), they enjoy ambushing people and asking for more money. Their business appears to be based entirely on hidden fees and charges. For 10 points--name this racially diverse group of service providers featured in commercials for T-Mobile.
Answer:Poser Mobile
13).This actor has done a lot of voice-over work, including dubbing cleaner words in for Richard Pryor in movies.(*)Despite being a Michigan native, he was a member of a celebrity Canadian hockey team that included Alan Thicke and Michael J. Fox, which will come in handy for his current job on FOX. Previous television credits include the Nick show Out of Control, The Surreal Life and America's Funniest People. Known for dating Alanis Morissette--for 10 points--name this man, Joey Gladstone on Full House.
Answer: Dave Coulier
14).Originally penned by June Hershey with the music by Don Swander, it was first broadcast in 1942 on the Melody Ranch radio show.(*) Since then it has been covered in various styles, including blues and jazz in addition to the original country-western by various artists including Ray Charles and George Strait. For 10 points--name this Gene Autry-penned song that describes a place "where the stars at night are big and bright as well as the prairie sky is wide and high."
Answer:"Deep in the Heart of Texas"
THIRD PERIOD – No special rules in effect
15).Nearby lampposts have had outlets, WiFi, and Ethernet ports added in order to enable laptop use. Such use is a necessity, given that University regulations (*) require a certain number of students per tent during periodic checks. If the requirements are not met, those students lose their place in line. Now officially condoned by the University, this camp is--for 10 points--what Duke University tradition that frequently hosts pep talks and free pizza from its namesake basketball coach.
Answer:Krzyzewskiville (shuh-SHEF-skee-VILL)
16).This large, multinational corporation has gambled and succeeded in markets traditionally regarded as non-profit including hospitals, prisons, and space exploration.(*) An executive once said, "We practically are the military." They sought to fully privatize their city and convert it to Delta City. Their executives have included Donald Johnson, Bob Morton and Dick Jones, who headed the ED-209 project. For 10 points--name this company that both created and opposed Robocop.
Answer:Omni Consumer Products
17).In 2003, he and his wife named their son Pilot Inspektor. At the age of 18 he dropped out of high school in California to become a professional skateboarder.(*) During his seven-year pro career, he was credited with popularizing the 360 flip, as well as starting his own company, Stereo skateboards. He has played minor roles in several movies, most recently voicing Syndrome in The Incredibles. For 10 points--name this actor who currently stars in the NBC comedy My Name Is Earl.
Answer:Jason Lee
18).During his five-year exile from New York, he got a job as a research assistant in Salt Lake City. He returned home to see his dying aunt but he also encountered his brother. After a revelation by Seward Trainer (*), his brother moved to Seattle while he took his brother's place in New York. His brief crime-fighting career ended with his death and degeneration after getting hit in the chest by a goblin glider. For 10 points--name this clone of Peter Parker who went by the name Scarlet Spider.
Answer:Ben Reilly (accept Scarlet Spider before the end)
19).Married to a director from 1963 until her 2005 death, she herself wrote and directed the 1980 Dom DeLuise dark comedy film Fatso. She voiced Dr. Zweig (*)in a sixth season episode of The Simpsons, though Marge thought her name was Lowenstein. It was, however, her work as teacher Annie Sullivan in The Miracle Worker, which won her an Oscar in 1962. For 10 points--name this actress who was just six years older than Dustin Hoffman when she played Mrs. Robinson in The Graduate.
Answer:Anne Bancroftor Anna Maria Italiano
20).This man is a graduate of Jersey Village High School and studied mass communications at the University of Houston for three years. He started as one half of the rap duo, the Color Changin' Click.(*) A lover of brightly-colored lowrider convertibles, he frequently calls himself the "undisputed king of the parking lot." After leaving Paid in Full Records and splitting with Chamillionaire, he returned to Swishahouse Records in 2005. For 10 points--name this white rapper who released the album, The People's Champ.
Answer:Paul Wall
21).Because of his father's soccer career, he was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, but he left there when he was two years old. As a freshman, he led his Broncos to the WCC (*) title, earning tournament MVP honors, and then stunned #2 seed Arizona by hitting six straight free throws in the last 31 seconds to lead Santa Clara to the win. Drafted 15th overall by Phoenix in 1996 to boos from Suns' fans, he lasted just one season in Phoenix before being dealt to Dallas. Returning to the Suns in 2004--for 10 points--name this Canadian, reigning MVP of the NBA.
Answer:SteveNash
EXTRAS
22).This woman once owned a white Persian cat named Mr. Steve McGarrett. She released a dance album, 1000 Fires, in 1995.(*) Her first film appearance was in 1984's Those Young Girls but her first mainstream film was Not of This Earth. That began a successful legitimate career, so she left the porn industry. The issue of Penthouse that exposed Vanessa L. Williams had this woman as the centerfold but is now illegal to own because of her underage status. For 10 points--name this former porn queen who starred in 100 films before turning 18.
Answer:Traci Lords
2006 Ann B. Davis – The Tenth Anniversary
Bonuses for Mos Def and Talib Kweli are PittStar
by Ryan Balthaser, Susan Glassburn, Zach Pozun and Steve Ziemak
1).Given a homoerotic statement made by a young quarterback, name that player for 15 points. You'll get 5 points if you need another clue.
(15)On Brett Favre: "He invited me into the house for a little bit. There he was with his tight little shorts, no shirt and his little red hat…He was covered in dirt. It was awesome."
(5)The next quarterback drafted after Ben Roethlisberger in 2004, this Tulane alum was benched in 2005 in favor of Kelly Holcomb.
Answer:J.P.Losman
(15)On winning the skills competition at the Pro Bowl: "Just picture your favorite guy and put it right through the hole."
(5)Drafted out of Purdue and now a perpetual trade rumor subject, he has tenuously managed to hold the starting job despite being pushed by Philip Rivers.
Answer:Drew Brees
2).Johnny Carson was not the only person associated with The Tonight Show who passed away this year. For 10 points each:
(10)He led the band from1957 to 1962, when Jack Paar was host. He played piano, and was born in Cuba.
Answer:Jose Melis
(10)He led the band from 1962 to 1966, when Carson was host. He too played piano, and accompanied Judy Garland on tour.
Answer:Skitch Henderson
(10)This writer and frequent Gong Show celebrity panelist was Big Enos in the Smokey and The Bandit trilogy.
Answer:Pat McCormick
3).For 10 points each, name the following about parody religion known as Flying Spaghetti Monsterism:
(10)In June 2005, its founder submitted a letter to this state's Board of Education requesting that Monsterism receive the same amount of time as evolution and intelligent design.
Answer:Kansas
(10)Some followers of Flying Spaghetti Monsterism refer to themselves by this term, a play on the name of an African religion.
Answer:Pastafarians
(10)Pastafarians cleverly end all prayers to their "noodly master" with this word.
Answer:Ramen
4).Name the Barenaked Ladies song from lyrics, for 10 points each:
(10)"I summon fish to the dish, although I like the Chalet Suisse, I like the sushi 'cause it's never touched a frying pan"
Answer:One Week
(10)"Drove downtown in the rain nine-thirty on a Tuesday night, just to check out the late-night record shops."
Answer:Brian Wilson
(10)"'We wouldn't have to eat Kraft dinner.' 'But we would eat Kraft dinner.' 'Of course we would, we'd just eat more.'"
Answer:If I Had $1,000,000
5).Given a sitcom wife, identify her maiden name, on a 5-5-10-10 basis.
(5)Lois Griffin
Answer:Pewterschmidt
(5)Marge Simpson
Answer:Bouvier
(10)Lucy Ricardo
Answer:McGillicuddy
(10)Claire Huxtable
Answer:Hanks
6).40-30-20-10-1: Name the athlete
(40)This person has participated in athletic competitions.
(30)This center has played in every World Championship and played for Concordia University in Montreal before CIAU rules restricted non-Canadian participation in games.
(20)As the captain of the 1998 Gold Medal-winning team, #21 became Providence College's all-time leading scorer with 139 goals in 99 games before becoming Team USA's all-time leading scorer.
(10)She was selected by the US Olympic team to carry the flag at the closing ceremony in 1998 and remains the only female to receive an NHL try-out invitation.
(1) The younger sister of Tony Granato, Cammi has become the face of US Female Hockey.
Answer:Cammi Granato
7).When you went to the theaters to see King Kong, and it was sold out, I hope you saw Cheaper By the Dozen 2. For 10 points each:
(10)This is the family name headed by Eugene Levy.
Answer:Murtaugh
(10)She plays the wife of Jimmy Murtaugh
Answer:Carmen Electra
(10)Needing the money, or fulfilling a large desire to work with Steve Martin, is this actor who plays Charlie Baker.
Answer:Tom Welling
8).Over the years, a few WWF/WWE Champions have worn a customized version of the Championship belt. Given the modifications to the belt, identify the wrestler for 10 points each.
(10)The logo was replaced with a smoking skull
Answer:Stone Cold Steve Austin
(10)White, blue and purple straps were added
Answer:The Ultimate Warrior
(10)The belt was covered in 3484 gems, nearly 12 pounds of gold and platinum, and a spinning WWE logo
Answer:John Cena
9).Name the Carole King song from lyrics, for 10 points each.
(10)"Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, And sometimes the blues gets a hold of you, Oh just when you thought you had made it."
Answer:Sweet Seasons
(10)"Everybody's doin' a brand new dance now, Come on, baby, do the…"
Answer:The Locomotion