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TOSSUPS – COOK COUNTY BLIND ROUND TRASHMASTERS 2003 -- UTC


Questions by Tom Walsh, Alma Molino, and Ryan Blay (Loyola-Chicago) with Robert Flaxman (Northwestern)

1. In this music video, a blonde in a black bikini lounges by a hotel pool as her boyfriend takes photos of her from the balcony. Meanwhile, another woman emerges from a steamy shower to join guitarist Joe Don Rooney in a candlelit bedroom. Its imagery might have passed without comment on MTV, but controversy ensued in the summer of 2003 when it became the first music video with nudity to be aired on CMT, or Country Music Television. FTP, name this video, in which we see Rooney's unclothed backside; the rest of the members of Rascal Flatts, thankfully, keep their clothes on.

  Answer:    I Melt
2. The 1955-56 season was his last season of junior hockey for the Quebec Frontenacs, (Fron-ten-achs) and it was during this time that he became legally blind in his right eye after being hit by a puck. Despite this injury, he made the Boston Bruins farm team and played his first game with the Bruins on January 18th, 1958, becoming the first black player in the NHL. FTP, who is this New Brunswick-born player, who went on to play with the Montreal Canadiens and the San Diego Hawks before retiring in 1978?

  Answer: Willie O'Ree


3. For fourteen years, this brunette Hawaiian, with oversized eyelashes and an equally huge shoe size of 65GGG, participated in a conspiracy designed to convince the world he did not exist. This ended in 1985, when the writers who created him became worried that children would feel that they would not be believed if they told adults about unusual events. FTP, who is this character, with the first name Aloysius, who is described by his best friend as having "big legs and a real long twirly nose," originally played by puppeteer Jerry Nelson on "Sesame Street"?


Answer:  (Mr.) Aloysius Snuffleupagus

4. This company is named after the leader of a 1920’s jazz band from North Dakota. It started out with its namesake’s great-nephew-in-law selling rubber lizards out of his house in Los Angeles.  Its moved to Seattle in 1983, where its Market Street Superstore is currently located.  A librarian action figure was recently added to its line of popular products such as the Smoking Baby, Devil Duckies, the Deluxe Rubber Chicken, and the Jesus action figure.  FTP identify this company, the “Outfitters of Popular Culture.”

Answer: Archie McPhee 

5. Finbar McBride inherits some property in rural New Jersey. Upon his arrival, his desire to be left alone does not stop pot-smoking Joe Oramas, pregnant librarian Emily or painter Olivia Harris from studying him. It’s also worth noting that Finbar is a dwarf. FTP – name this 2003 film starring Peter Dinklage, Michelle Williams, and Patricia Clarkson.


Answer: The Station Agent

6. The song’s narrator reads the newspaper, sees a film, and gets lost in thought, barely making it to work on time. Crowds of people are unable to handle the violence in a film, yet ironically stand and stare when they witness the death of a possibly famous person in a traffic accident. Four thousand holes in Blackburn, Lancashire also figure into the lyrics of, FTP what song penned by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, the last track on the Beatles album Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band?

Answer: A Day in the Life
7. The Milwaukee Bucks selected this Michigan State standout with the 22nd pick of the 1986 NBA draft.  He spent ten years in the league, playing for five different teams.  After retiring, he served as the head coach of the Phoenix Suns for 2 ½ seasons before being replaced by Frank Johnson.  For ten points, identify this man, best known for setting the single game record for assists, now the new coach of the Chicago Bulls.

Answer: Scott Skiles 


8. This character made his first appearance in a November 1989 Butterfinger commercial. He collects Bazooka Joe comics, and prefers an old-fashioned cup-and-ball toy to violent video games.  His father used to work for the Southern Cracker Company, and his mother once dated an American Gladiator.  For ten points, identify this “Simpsons” character, Bart’s best friend.

Answer: Milhouse Van Houten 

9. A 2002 BBC story outlined the success hackers have in attacking vulnerable wireless networks with cans of this product. Using the product to form a directional antenna is probably not the intent of the company, whether it is manufacturing Ranch-rageous, salt & vinegar, or twin packs. FTP – name this potato chip hawked by a mustachioed white man.

Answer: Pringles
10. The film The Right Stuff featured her mom as John Glenn’s wife and got her dad one of his four Oscar nominations for cinematography. A graduate of Northwestern, she was named for a character in a J.D. Salinger work. Her first major film was 1999’s “Mumford”, which she followed up with an acclaimed role in “The Good Girl”. FTP – name this young actress who went to high school with her “Almost Famous” co-star Kate Hudson.
Answer: Zooey Deschanel (do need to prompt to distinguish from Mary Jo, her actress mom)
11. Each side begins with 24 face cards and frames. By asking questions about unusual facial features, you can eliminate possible characters. The object is to discover the other person’s mystery person first. FTP – name this inquisitive game that shares its name with a 1970s Canadian band fronted by Randy Bachman.
Answer: Guess Who?
12. Murray Rappaport won it for setting a world record for the longest overdue library book.  Postmaster General Elmer T. Klassen won it for the late delivery of mail.  Congressman Tom DeLay won it simply because of his last name.  FTP what is this irregularly presented award that celebrates the ancient art of putting things off until the last minute?

Answer: Procrastinator of the Year award 

13. This game show first aired in Japan in 1990, but it gained international notoriety when it was dubbed for British TV in 2002. General Lee leads 100 volunteers through various physical challenge games until only a few are left, at which point they proceed to storm the titular fortress for a chance at a large cash prize. Though it has a strong cult following overseas, the show is best known in America for a dubbed and edited version in which General Lee is called Captain Tenneal. FTP what is this show, footage from which is used to produce Spike TV’s Most Extreme Elimination Challenge?

Answer: Takeshi’s Castle


14. Jon-Erik Beckjord believes that it is an extraterrestrial shape-shifter, but most cryptozoologists believe that is a living relative of Gigantopithecus, a prehistoric ape. The most famous piece of evidence regarding this creature’s existence is the 1967 Patterson-Gimlin film, which has never been successfully debunked by skeptics.  For ten points, identify this legendary creature, who shares his name with a monster truck and a special at Pizza Hut.

Answer: Bigfoot (prompt on Sasquatch or Abominable Snowman) 

15. This band’s lead vocalist’s real name is Edward Mueller.  Founded from the remains of the band “Mother Love Bone”, most of the band played for “Temple of the Dog” while their most popular album awaited release in 1991.  In 1995 they collaborated with Neil Young on the album Mirror Ball.  For ten points, identify this hugely popular grunge band, whose songs include “Black” and “Jeremy.”
Answer: Pearl Jam 
16. The son of two modern dancers, he moved to St. Louis from London and studied improve. He had a minor role in “Death Wish 3” before landing his first major role as Marko in “The Lost Boys”. He wrote and directed 1993’s “Freaked” and 1999’s “Fever”, but will always be associated for his role listed ahead of that of costar Keanu Reeves. FTP name this man who portrayed Bill S. Preston, Esq. in the “Bill and Ted” movies.
Answer: Alex Winter
17. The titular character is an ex-KGB man turned mobster involved in a sexual slavery trade. The hero of the work is an ex-cop turned FBI trainee, who also has to deal with the mother of his child seeking custody of their son, also named Alex Cross. FTP – name this 2003 James Patterson work, the follow up to “Four Blind Mice”.
Answer: The Big Bad Wolf
18. A third round draft pick in 1994, he had a solid 2003, making his first all-star game and hitting in a career high 16 straight games. He also played a career high 137 games at catcher, hitting .312. In 2004, however, he’ll catch for a new team, the San Francisco Giants. FTP – name this ex-Twins catcher.

Answer: A.J. Pierzynski


19. Supposed to have originated in Italy in the 1700s, it was originally considered to have been an alternative to the polluted water of the time. Before its current use, it was viewed as a sweet dessert wine and a medicinal wine as well. Unlike the distantly related absinthe, its trace amounts of a potentially lethal ingredient keep it legal in the U.S. FTP – what is this martini ingredient, whose name stems from the German for “wormwood”?
Answer: Vermouth
20. Thierry Henry leads this squad in goals, and coach Arsene Wenger led this team to victory over Inter Milan in late November. At the end of November, this team was second in the Premiership, just behind Chelsea and slightly ahead of powerhouse Manchester United. FTP – name this club perhaps best known to non-sports fans as the fixture of an obsession in Nick Hornby’s “Fever Pitch”.
Answer: Arsenal
21. Episode #18 was banned in America because one of the male villains dons a pair of inflatable breasts to enter a beauty contest.  Episode #35 was banned because of its gratuitous use of handguns.* Episodes #52 and 53 were not shown in most American markets because they focused on Japanese holidays that aren’t celebrated in the United States.  For ten points, identify this cartoon series, whose 38th episode, “Electronic Hero Porygon,” sent hundreds of Japanese children into flashing-light-induced seizures.

Answer: Pokemon (accept Pocket Monsters


22 For Eddie, they include Ruby, the namesake of Ruby Point; a young child he killed in World War II; his old army captain, a blue man he accidentally caused to die; and his late wife. As he tries to find out if he saved the life of a girl in his last moments, Eddie learns valuable lessons in the afterlife. FTP – name this Mitch Albom work about the interactions of different lives.
Answer: The Five People You Meet in Heaven
23. Mary J. Blige appears on both the Intro and Outro. R. Kelly and Nelly both make appearances, as do Jay-Z and Fabolous. “Pass the Dutch” may be essentially a re-write of “Work it”, but Timbaland continues to produce the beats on – FTP – what 2003 Missy Elliott follow-up to “Under Construction”.
Answer: This is Not a Test!
24. Born on October 10, 2002, she recently learned to stand and walk, as well as scream out “NO!” when it snows. She has blond hair like her mother, Deanna, and likes big noses like the one her grandfather John Patterson sports. FTP – name this child of Deanna and Michael Patterson in “For Better or For Worse”.

Answer: Meredith Anne Patterson




BONI – COOK COUNTY BLIND ROUND TRASHMASTERS 2003 -- UTC


Questions by Tom Walsh, Alma Molino, and Ryan Blay (Loyola-Chicago) with Robert Flaxman (Northwestern)

1. Name the Flaming Lips albums from songs, FTPE.

(10) Waitin' for a Superman; Race for the Prize; Spoonful Weighs a Ton

Answer:    The Soft Bulletin

(10) Bag Full of Thoughts; The Ceiling is Bendin'; Drug Machine in Heaven

Answer:    Finally the Punk Rockers are Taking Acid

(10) Okay I'll Admit That I Really Don't Understand; Machine in India; Big Ol' Bug Is the New Baby Now

Answer:    Zaireeka



2. Why just play Nintendo with the included controllers when you could add on a bunch of terrible accessories? Answer questions about Nintendo peripherals FTPE.


(10) This Broderbund product billed itself as a "hands-free controller for the Nintendo Entertainment system," and could be used to play games like Mike Tyson's Punch-Out. Unfortunately the concept was better than the execution, as it was difficult to keep your hands inside the small regions of the fold-up "power field."

Answer:  U Force


(10) There were only two games compatible with this add-on: Gyromite and Stack Up. This humanoid toy was meant to serve as a surrogate friend during play, and the instruction manual anthropomorphized the peripheral with statements like "He does not like places that are very hot or cold. Never hit him or drop him. Don't take him apart!"

  Answer:  R.O.B. or Robotic Operated Buddy

(10) Finally, purchasing this peripheral would also net you a copy of the game "World Class Track Meet," which was a repackaging of the 1987 game "Stadium Events." One could play the game by running on top the peripheral's colored circles, numbered one through twelve. Most kids figured out that you could also cheat by hitting the circles with your hands, which defeated any aerobic fitness purpose that the controller had.

  Answer:  Power Pad


3. 10-10-10; Identify the following TV pets. 

(10): This dog, owned by the Tanners on Full House, once ran away from home to chase the Oscar-Meyer Weinermobile.

Answer: Comet

(10): Jack McFarland of Will and Grace owns this pet parrot; its name is Spanish for “handsome.”

Answer: Guapo

(10): Ross Geller of Friends used to own this pet monkey; some believe the series went downhill following his departure.

Answer: Marcel
4. FTP each – identify these football players with something in common.
(10): Although he did double duty in the secondary and as a wide receiver in college, this Raider has stuck to the defensive end of the ball. While not feuding with his coach, he is a perennial pro bowler when healthy.
Answer: Charles Woodson

(10): No longer in the league, this ex-Packer and Lion won a Super Bowl MVP for Green Bay as a punt returner in 1997.


Answer: Desmond Howard
(10): The last player from an independent school to win the Heisman trophy, this 16 year vet out of Notre Dame is approaching 15,000 receiving years and 100 Touchdowns.

Answer: Tim Brown

[Note: as of 2003, these three players were the last non QB/RBs to win the Heisman Trophy.]

5. “Can I be a boozehound?” “Not till you’re 15.” In the meantime, given a list of ingredients in a mixed drink recipe, name the drink, 5-10-15.

(5): Lime juice, triple sec, vodka

Answer: Kamikaze

(10): Vodka, cranberry juice, amaretto, orange juice, and peach Schnapps

Answer: Sex on the Beach

(15): Tequila, Melon liqueur, margarita mix, pineapple juice, mix with ice.

Answer: Shady Lady

6. FTPE identify these monsters from Japanese fantasy films. 

(10): This giant pterodactyl made its first appearance in 1957; it would also appear alongside Godzilla in 1964’s “Ghidrah, the Three-Headed Monster”, and, 35 years later, in the “Simpsons” episode “Thirty Minutes Over Tokyo.”

Answer: Rodan

(10): This son of Godzilla can only fire his atomic ray when his daddy stomps on his tail; he has a prominent role in Godzilla’s Revenge, regarded by many as one of the worst Godzilla movies of all time.

Answer: Minya (accept Minira or Minilla)

(10): This giant stone statue comes to life to rescue peasants from peril; he appeared in three movies, all released in Japan in 1966, and Kevin Costner once expressed interest in appearing in a remake.

Answer: Majin         
7. 30-20-10-5 Given songs off an album, name the album.

(30): Perfect Crime, Don’t Damn Me

(20): A cover of “Live and Let Die”, Garden of Eden

(10): Dust N’ Bones, Double Talkin’ Jive, Coma

(5): November Rain

Answer: Use Your Illusion I (prompt if no number given; must distinguish from Use Your Illusion II)

8. Identify the following about some of Stephen King’s non-horror work, for the stated number of points.

5. The first line of this novella is “There’s a guy like me in every state and federal prison in America, I guess – I’m the guy who can get it for you.”

Answer: Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption

10. Shawshank Prison also gets a mention in this novella, which was the basis for the film Stand by Me.

Answer: The Body

15. Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption and The Body are two of the four novellas in this 1982 King collection which includes another story adapted into a movie, Apt Pupil.

Answer: Different Seasons
9. Given some biographical trivia about the character, name the major character on the CBS series C.S.I., FTPE. (First or last names acceptable)
(10) This "C.S.I. Three" earned a B.S. in Biology at UCLA and became the youngest coroner in the history of L.A. County at age 22. He specializes in forensic entomology.
Answer:   Gil Grissom
(10) Born in Montana, she worked as an exotic dancer in order to pay her way through college at UNLV, where she earned a B.S. in Medical Technology.
Answer:   Catherine Willows
(10) Finally, this chemistry geek was captain of the chess team in high school, which fails to impress the CSI Three for whom he pines. He enjoys hard rock at loud volumes, despite Grissom's warnings that it will ruin his hearing.
Answer:   Greg Sanders
10. FTP each; Given an Academy-Award winning song, identify the movie from which it comes. If you need the year the song won its Oscar, you’ll get 5.

(10): “Things Have Changed”


(5): 2001

Answer: Wonder Boys

(10): “The Morning After”
(5): 1973

Answer: The Poseidon Adventure

(10): “Sooner or Later (I Always Get My Man)”
(5): 1991

Answer: Dick Tracy 


11. Paul Molitor and Dennis Eckersley will probably wind up in the Hall of Fame now that they are on the baseball ballot. FTP each, identify these other members who will be eligible beginning in 2004

(10): Among his career highlights: a 51 home run season back when it was still an impressive feat, leading the league in RBIs three years in a row, getting the hell out of Detroit and winning a World Series ring with New York in 1996.

Answer: Cecil Fielder

(10): Despite hitting only 22 home runs and driving in 86 runs in 1991, he was somehow named MVP of the National League over Barry Bonds. He is currently a hitting coach with his Atlanta Braves.

Answer: Terry Pendleton

(10): Highlights: A member of the 1986 New York Mets, a member of the 1990 Cincinnati Reds “Nasty Boys” relief corps, and a league high 53 saves with the Cubs in 1993. Lowlight: Costing the Padres and Blue Jays a lot of money in 1998 to do nothing but put up a near 5.00 ERA.

Answer: Randy Myers
12. Name the Rolling Stones song from lyrics, ten points each.

10. “Well it seems to me that you have seen too much in too few years / And though you try, you just can’t hide, your eyes are edged with tears / You’d better stop… look around”

Answer: 19th Nervous Breakdown

10. “Think the time is right for a palace revolution / ‘Cause where I live the game to play is compromise solution”

Answer: Street Fighting Man

10. “We decided that we would have a soda / My favorite flavor, cherry red / I sung my song to Mr. Jimmy / And he said one word to me, and that was ‘dead’”

Answer: You Can’t Always Get What You Want
13. 10-10-10; Identify the following Ben and Jerry’s “2-Twisted!” Ice cream flavors, given the two flavors that are being combined. 

(10): Cherry Garcia & Chocolate Fudge Brownie

Answer: Jerry’s Jubilee

(10): Banana & Peanut Butter Cup

Answer: Monkey Wrench

(10): White Russian & Coffee Coffee BuzzBuzzBuzz

Answer: From Russia with Buzz 
14. Given the name of the character played by Cary Grant, name the movie, FTPE. If you need the names of a co-starring actor and the character played by that costar, you will receive 5 points each.
(10) Walter Eckland
(5) Leslie Caron as "Catherine Freneau"
Answer: Father Goose
(10) David Huxley
(5) Katharine Hepburn as "Susan Vance"
Answer:   Bringing Up Baby
(10) Roger Thornhill
(5) James Mason as "Phillip Vandamm"
Answer:   North By Northwest

15. Given a NASCAR race, identify the driver who won it in 2003 FTP or five if you need the number and maker of their car.

1. (10) Daytona 500

(5) #15 Chevrolet

Answer: Michael Waltrip

2. (10) Brickyard 400

(5) #29 Chevrolet

Answer: Kevin Harvick

3. (10) Sharpie 500

(5) #97 Ford

Answer: Kurt Busch

16. Given the title of a children's book series, name the credited author of the series, FTPE.


(10) The Baby-Sitters' Club
Answer:   Ann M. Martin
(10) The Boxcar Children
Answer:   Gertrude Chandler Warner
(10) Artemis Fowl
Answer:   Eoin Colfer

17. 10-10-10; Identify these lesser known members of the X-Men. 

(10): This Native American character died two issues after his first appearance; his brother, Warpath, became a member of X-Force.

Answer: Thunderbird

(10): This Irish mutant can fly by screaming very loudly; he has also served as a mentor to the young mutants of Generation X.

Answer: Banshee

(10): The X-Men often ally with this character when battling the alien super-villain Mojo; his main mutant power is his abnormally good luck.

Answer: Longshot 



18. Given the first names of siblings from one of ABC's T.G.I.F. sitcoms from the late 1980s and early 1990s, name the sitcom, FTPE. If you need the last name, you will receive 5 points each.
(10) Eddie, Laura Lee, and Judy
(5) Winslow
Answer:   Family Matters
(10) J.R., Sherry, Cindy, Marie
(5) Lubbock
Answer: Just the Ten of Us
(10) J.T., Al, Lilly
(5) Lambert
Answer: Step By Step

19. FTP each, answer these questions about people and teams from their appearances on the cover of “Sports Illustrated”.

(10): First, this “Sirens” beauty has appeared on the Swimsuit edition cover a record four times, including three times in a row from 1986-1988.

Answer: Elle MacPherson

(10): The Yankees are first among teams with 57 appearances in the 49-year history. Which pro sports team is second, with 57?

Answer: Los Angeles Lakers

(10): Michael Jordan is first by a long shot for individuals with 49 appearances. Muhammad Ali is second with 37. Name any of the three men who have 22 covers to their name for the final ten points.

Answers: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (accept Lew Alcindor), Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Jack Nicklaus

20. 30-20-10 Name the movie from quotes

(30): "You think the 'Time To Make the Doughnuts' guy is sexy!"

(20): "Oh, I don't think anybody could puke more than that kid. I think I saw a boot come out of him."

(10): "Robbie Hart? I heard what happened to you at your wedding! That was so cold!!"


Answer: The Wedding Singer
21. It’s time for the tomato meter again. Given a freshness rating and a snippet of a review from Rotten Tomatoes.com, identify the recently released movie being discussed.
(10): 83% Freshness. "A movie that's so profoundly ridiculous that it has to be admired, if for no other reason other than its sheer willingness to run with its premise and take it to the end of the line."

Answer: Elf

(10): 10% Freshness. "Many scenes trigger memories of Monty Python and the Holy Grail, prompting laughter where there should be suspense and angst."

Answer: Timeline

(10): 13% Freshness. "Creepier than Michael Jackson's mug shot, and yet very similar. Parents shouldn't leave their kids alone with this circus sideshow, either."

Answer: Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat


22.    FTP each, Identify the following sports-card collecting terms. 

(10): This is a card that is randomly inserted into certain packs and can be mailed back to the company for a special prize or a limited edition card; lazy collectors generally throw them away.

Answer: Redemption card

(10): This is a card that features the same photo as a card in the regular set, but has a slightly different design scheme and is printed in a smaller quantity. 

Answer: Parallel card

(10):  This is an adjective for any unopened box or package; it refers to the material which older card wrappers were made out of.

Answer: Wax  

23. 5-10-15; identify these non-fiction children’s books, all published by Planet Dexter. 

(5): This book is divided into three appetizing sections: “Slimy, Mushy, Oozy Gross Things”; “Crusty, Scaly Gross Things”; and “Stinky, Smelly Gross Things.”  It has a piece of fake vomit glued to its cover, and it has also inspired a popular traveling exhibition.

Answer: Grossology

(10): This book tells readers how to care for its title animal, which resembles a sea monkey on steroids.  Packets of food and eggs are glued to the inside cover.

Answer: Instant Creature!

(15): This book, inspired by “The Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader”, contains trivia, scary stories, funny quotations, and a brief history of the flush toilet.  It also comes with a handy, pine-scented air freshener. 

Answer: Whaddaya Doin’ In There?

24. 40-30-20-10-5-1; Identify the video game 

(40): A lot of people have played this game.

(30): Actor Marty Ingels lent his voice to the main character for both the Christmas special and animated series based on this game.

(20): The enemies in this game are blue, pink, or yellow, depending on how powerful the hero is.

(10): This game takes place in Mazeland.

(5): The title character can earn points by eating wafers, power pills, and vitamins.

(1): The most successful of its numerous sequels was Ms. Pac-Man. Pac-Man? 



Answer: Pac-Man

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