Questions:
1) Elizabeth Taylor was born February 27th, 1932. How many husbands has she had?
2) WHat did the fifteenth amendment to the U.S. constitution guarantee?
3) What American Indian language was employed as code during World War 2?
Answers:
1) Though she was married eight times, Ms Taylor has had only seven husbands. She married Richard Burton twice.
2) It guaranteed citizens the right to vote.
3) Navajo.
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Today's Trivia Teaser
Q: On Feb 26, 1919, the attention of many Americans was on a big hole in the ground. What happened?
A: The Grand Canyon was established as a National Park
Q: On Feb 26, 1936, the first Volkswagen factory opened. Who was the first person responsible for that opening?
A: Adolph Hitler. Imagine that. Hitler was responsible for the Love Bug
Q: Which of the Marx Brothers invented a special watch for cardiac patients?
A: Zeppo
Q: Who originally half the patent for stand-up advertising cards on restaurant tables?
A: Lawrence Welk
A: The Grand Canyon was established as a National Park
Q: On Feb 26, 1936, the first Volkswagen factory opened. Who was the first person responsible for that opening?
A: Adolph Hitler. Imagine that. Hitler was responsible for the Love Bug
Q: Which of the Marx Brothers invented a special watch for cardiac patients?
A: Zeppo
Q: Who originally half the patent for stand-up advertising cards on restaurant tables?
A: Lawrence Welk
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Today's Trivia Teaser
Q: On Feb 25, 1793, George Washington convened the first U.S. Cabinet meeting. Where was it held?
A: at his home.
Q: What Hollywood actress patented a missile guidance system?
A: Hedy Lamar
Q: What does URL mean?
A: Universal Resource Locater
A: at his home.
Q: What Hollywood actress patented a missile guidance system?
A: Hedy Lamar
Q: What does URL mean?
A: Universal Resource Locater
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Alab Rock's Trivia
Q1: On FEB 24, 1938, the first nylon product ever went on sale in New Jersey. What was the product?
A1: A toothbrush
Q2: Which famous actor turned down the lead role in the films "An Officer and a Gentleman" and "Tootsie"?
A2: John Travolta
Q3: According to the National Headache Foundation, Chicago, how many American regularly suffer tension headaches?
A3: 45 million
A1: A toothbrush
Q2: Which famous actor turned down the lead role in the films "An Officer and a Gentleman" and "Tootsie"?
A2: John Travolta
Q3: According to the National Headache Foundation, Chicago, how many American regularly suffer tension headaches?
A3: 45 million
Monday, February 23, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia for 2/20/09
Q1: Cindy Crawford recieved a full university scholarship to study what?
A1: Chemical Engineering
Q2: Who was the youngest person to win an Olympic gold medal in figure skating?
A2: ON FEB 20, 1998, Tara Lipinski, 15, of the Uniited States.
A1: Chemical Engineering
Q2: Who was the youngest person to win an Olympic gold medal in figure skating?
A2: ON FEB 20, 1998, Tara Lipinski, 15, of the Uniited States.
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q1: Who created the first known design of a robot?
A1: Leonardo de Vinci
Q2: If your elephant is average, how many hours will he sleep a night?
A2: Two to three hours a night
Q3: According to sleep research, what month do children sleep most soundly in?
A3: In march
Q4: FEB 23, 1997 was a big day for sheep. What Happened?
A4: Sceientists (in Scotland) announced they had cloned the first mammal, a sheep named Dolly.
A1: Leonardo de Vinci
Q2: If your elephant is average, how many hours will he sleep a night?
A2: Two to three hours a night
Q3: According to sleep research, what month do children sleep most soundly in?
A3: In march
Q4: FEB 23, 1997 was a big day for sheep. What Happened?
A4: Sceientists (in Scotland) announced they had cloned the first mammal, a sheep named Dolly.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: Actor Lee Marvin was born on this date in 1924 (d. 1987). Can you named the 1965 movie for which he won a Best Actor Academy Award?
A: Cat Ballou
Q: Who was the only woman to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor?
A: Dr. Mary Walker, died Feb 19, 1919. She was awarded the medal while serving as an officer in the Union Army during the Civil War, but in 1917 a review board claimed Dr.Walker had not earned the medal and revoked it. At age 85 she was asked to return the medal. She replied, "Over my dead body!",two years later she was buried with her metal.
Q: On Feb 19, 1922, which vaudeville star became the first big name in show business to sign for a regular radio show?
A: Ed Wynn
A: Cat Ballou
Q: Who was the only woman to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor?
A: Dr. Mary Walker, died Feb 19, 1919. She was awarded the medal while serving as an officer in the Union Army during the Civil War, but in 1917 a review board claimed Dr.Walker had not earned the medal and revoked it. At age 85 she was asked to return the medal. She replied, "Over my dead body!",two years later she was buried with her metal.
Q: On Feb 19, 1922, which vaudeville star became the first big name in show business to sign for a regular radio show?
A: Ed Wynn
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Today's Trivia Teaser
Q: Name the Russian cosmonaut who flew the first manned space flight.
A: Yuri Gagarin ran the flight in 1961
Q: What did The U.S. Table Tennis Association want to call its sport?
A: Ping-pong, but Parker Brothers already owned the rights to the name.
Q: Who was the first black athlete to win an individual gold medal in Winter Olympic history?
A: On Feb 18, 2006, American Shani Davis won the men's 1,000 meter speed-skating in Turin.
A: Yuri Gagarin ran the flight in 1961
Q: What did The U.S. Table Tennis Association want to call its sport?
A: Ping-pong, but Parker Brothers already owned the rights to the name.
Q: Who was the first black athlete to win an individual gold medal in Winter Olympic history?
A: On Feb 18, 2006, American Shani Davis won the men's 1,000 meter speed-skating in Turin.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q1: ON FEB 17, 1817, what city became the first U.S. city with gas-burning street lights?
A1: Baltimore
Q2: The inventor of the mail-order calendar was born FEB 17, 1844. He'll always be remembered for giving millions of young men their first chance to see women in their underwear. Now, of course, we have "Desperate Housewives". What was his name?
A2: Montgomery Ward
Q3: What magazine was published for the first time on FEB 17, 1933?
A3: Newsweek
A1: Baltimore
Q2: The inventor of the mail-order calendar was born FEB 17, 1844. He'll always be remembered for giving millions of young men their first chance to see women in their underwear. Now, of course, we have "Desperate Housewives". What was his name?
A2: Montgomery Ward
Q3: What magazine was published for the first time on FEB 17, 1933?
A3: Newsweek
Monday, February 16, 2009
Alan's Rock's Trivia
#1: George Washington never referred to the national capital by name. What did he call it?
A: He always called it Federal City.
#2: Who was the only granchild of a president who became President?
A: Benjamin Harrison
#3: Which President started the tradition of the Presidentail "first pitch" of baseball season?
A: William Howard Taft on April 4, 1910, during an opening day game between the Washington Senators and the Philadelphia Athletics.
#4: Who was the first Boy Scout to become President?
A: John F. Kennedy
A: He always called it Federal City.
#2: Who was the only granchild of a president who became President?
A: Benjamin Harrison
#3: Which President started the tradition of the Presidentail "first pitch" of baseball season?
A: William Howard Taft on April 4, 1910, during an opening day game between the Washington Senators and the Philadelphia Athletics.
#4: Who was the first Boy Scout to become President?
A: John F. Kennedy
Friday, February 13, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
This date in 2000 was a sad day for comic strips fans - why?
The last original "Peanuts" strip appeared. "Peanuts" creator, Charles Schulz, had died the day prior.
The last original "Peanuts" strip appeared. "Peanuts" creator, Charles Schulz, had died the day prior.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Bambi, in its original book form, was not in English. In what language was it first published?
2) On this date in 1924, Paul Whiteman and his orchestra gave a debut performance of "Rhapsody in Blue." Who was the featured soloist?
Answers:
1) The book was first published in 1929 in German.
2) The composer -- George Gershwin
1) Bambi, in its original book form, was not in English. In what language was it first published?
2) On this date in 1924, Paul Whiteman and his orchestra gave a debut performance of "Rhapsody in Blue." Who was the featured soloist?
Answers:
1) The book was first published in 1929 in German.
2) The composer -- George Gershwin
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: For the first appearance on the "Ed Sullivan Show", how much were the Beatles paid?
A: $2,400. The audience was estimated at 73 million viewers
Q: Feb 11, 1966 Willie Mays became the highest paid baseball player, signing a two-year contract with the San Francisco Giants. About how much was Willie being paid?
A: About 130,000 a year
Q: Born on Feb 11, 1936: Actor Burt Reynolds. Can you name the movie in which he played a character named Lewis Medlock?
A: Deliverance
A: $2,400. The audience was estimated at 73 million viewers
Q: Feb 11, 1966 Willie Mays became the highest paid baseball player, signing a two-year contract with the San Francisco Giants. About how much was Willie being paid?
A: About 130,000 a year
Q: Born on Feb 11, 1936: Actor Burt Reynolds. Can you name the movie in which he played a character named Lewis Medlock?
A: Deliverance
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: Where did the slogan "All the News That's Fit to Print" first appear?
A: On the page one of The New York Times, Feb 10 1897.
Q: On Feb 10, 1942, history's first gold record was awarded to whom and for what song?
A: The Glenn Miller Orchestra for "Chattanooga Choo Choo". RCA presented a gold sprayed master disc to Miller during a radio broadcast.
A: On the page one of The New York Times, Feb 10 1897.
Q: On Feb 10, 1942, history's first gold record was awarded to whom and for what song?
A: The Glenn Miller Orchestra for "Chattanooga Choo Choo". RCA presented a gold sprayed master disc to Miller during a radio broadcast.
Monday, February 09, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q1: Born in FEB 9, 1773, William Harrison. He became the 9th U.S. President. He served the shortest term of any U.S. President. Why was his term so short?
A1: He caught a cold on Inauguration Day and died one month later.
Q2: On FEB 9, 1971, who became the first Negro League player elected into the baseball Hall of Fame?
A2: Pitcher Satchel Paige
Q3: What was Alexander H. Stephens Vice-President of?
A3: On FEB 9, 1861, the Provisional Congress of the Confederate States of America elected Jefferson Davis president and Alexander H. Stephens Vice President.
Q4: You are suffering a chirospasm. What's wrong with you?
A4: You have a writer's cramp.
A1: He caught a cold on Inauguration Day and died one month later.
Q2: On FEB 9, 1971, who became the first Negro League player elected into the baseball Hall of Fame?
A2: Pitcher Satchel Paige
Q3: What was Alexander H. Stephens Vice-President of?
A3: On FEB 9, 1861, the Provisional Congress of the Confederate States of America elected Jefferson Davis president and Alexander H. Stephens Vice President.
Q4: You are suffering a chirospasm. What's wrong with you?
A4: You have a writer's cramp.
Friday, February 06, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q1: Today is Natalie Cole's Birthday. She got a university degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in what subject?
A1: Child Psychology
Q2: What two New York City boroughs are connected by the famed Brooklyn Bridge?
A2: The Brooklyn Bridge spans between Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Q3: Which animal is the longest living creature on average?
A3: It's the tortoise.
A1: Child Psychology
Q2: What two New York City boroughs are connected by the famed Brooklyn Bridge?
A2: The Brooklyn Bridge spans between Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Q3: Which animal is the longest living creature on average?
A3: It's the tortoise.
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Who was the first president to be buried in Washington, D.C.?
) The United Artists movie studio was launched this date in 1919. Who were the founding stars under contract with them?
3) Who was the first TV couple to appear in bed together?
Answers:
1) Woodrow Wilson was buried in D.C. on this date in 1924.
2) Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith
3) Fred and Wilma Flintsone
1) Who was the first president to be buried in Washington, D.C.?
) The United Artists movie studio was launched this date in 1919. Who were the founding stars under contract with them?
3) Who was the first TV couple to appear in bed together?
Answers:
1) Woodrow Wilson was buried in D.C. on this date in 1924.
2) Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith
3) Fred and Wilma Flintsone
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: The first national park in the world was founded in 1872. Name the park and the state in which it was founded.
A: Yellowstone National Park, in Wyoming
Q: How many islands make up the Bahamas?
A: 700
Q: What is the most popular activity for people who travel on vacation?
A: shopping
A: Yellowstone National Park, in Wyoming
Q: How many islands make up the Bahamas?
A: 700
Q: What is the most popular activity for people who travel on vacation?
A: shopping
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) The 16th Amendment became law on this date in 1913. What did it provide?
2) On this date in 1468, Johan Gutenburg was born. What did he invent?
3) Name the famed traitor who led a British attack on West Point and New London, CT.
4) February 3rd, 1959 was commemorated by Don McLean as "the day that music died." What happened that day?
Answers:
1) It provided that every American would be taxed according to his income -- except the poor and the wealthy.
2) The printing press.
3) Benedict Arnold.
4) Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and "The Big Bopper" all lost their lives that day in a plane crash.
1) The 16th Amendment became law on this date in 1913. What did it provide?
2) On this date in 1468, Johan Gutenburg was born. What did he invent?
3) Name the famed traitor who led a British attack on West Point and New London, CT.
4) February 3rd, 1959 was commemorated by Don McLean as "the day that music died." What happened that day?
Answers:
1) It provided that every American would be taxed according to his income -- except the poor and the wealthy.
2) The printing press.
3) Benedict Arnold.
4) Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and "The Big Bopper" all lost their lives that day in a plane crash.
Monday, February 02, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q1:Actress Farrah Fawcett was born on FEB 2, 1947. Can you name the character she played on the "Charlie's Angels" TV series?
A1:Jill Munroe
Q2:FEB 2, 1998, President Bill Clinton introduced a first in 30 years. Do you remember what it was?
A2: The first balanced budget in 30 years
Q3: In "Peanuts", what is Linus's little brother's name?
A3: Rerun
Q4: In what year did "Little Orphan Annie" begin?
A4: 1924
A1:Jill Munroe
Q2:FEB 2, 1998, President Bill Clinton introduced a first in 30 years. Do you remember what it was?
A2: The first balanced budget in 30 years
Q3: In "Peanuts", what is Linus's little brother's name?
A3: Rerun
Q4: In what year did "Little Orphan Annie" begin?
A4: 1924
Friday, January 30, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Which famous western hero made his debut on this date in 1933?
2) The first jazz recording, according to many, was released this date in 1917. Can you name it?
Answers:
1) The Lone Ranger.
2) "The Darktown Strutters Ball" was the song and it was performed by the Original Dixieland Jazz Band.
1) Which famous western hero made his debut on this date in 1933?
2) The first jazz recording, according to many, was released this date in 1917. Can you name it?
Answers:
1) The Lone Ranger.
2) "The Darktown Strutters Ball" was the song and it was performed by the Original Dixieland Jazz Band.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: Jan 29, 1951, Elizabith Taylor divorced her first husband. Do you remember his name?
A: Conrad Hilton Jr.
Q: Who were the first players elected to Baseball Hall of Fame on Jan 29, 1936?
A: Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner, Christy Mathewson & Walter Johnson
Q: Jan 29, 1985, who became the first Heisman Trophy winner to be elected to pro football's Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
A: OJ Simpson
A: Conrad Hilton Jr.
Q: Who were the first players elected to Baseball Hall of Fame on Jan 29, 1936?
A: Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner, Christy Mathewson & Walter Johnson
Q: Jan 29, 1985, who became the first Heisman Trophy winner to be elected to pro football's Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
A: OJ Simpson
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Born this date in 1981, this one-time child actor who appeared in Avalon, Forever Young and Radio Flyer is familiar to us now through the Lord of the Rings movies. Who is he?
2) On this date in 1956, Elvis Presley made his first national TV appearance. What song did he perform?
3) Who was the democrat who unsuccessfully ran against unpopular incumbent, Jimmy Carter in 1980?
Answers:
1) Elijah Wood
2) "Heartbreak Hotel"
3) Ted Kennedy
1) Born this date in 1981, this one-time child actor who appeared in Avalon, Forever Young and Radio Flyer is familiar to us now through the Lord of the Rings movies. Who is he?
2) On this date in 1956, Elvis Presley made his first national TV appearance. What song did he perform?
3) Who was the democrat who unsuccessfully ran against unpopular incumbent, Jimmy Carter in 1980?
Answers:
1) Elijah Wood
2) "Heartbreak Hotel"
3) Ted Kennedy
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) The Library of Congress has three extremely large buildings on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Each building bears the name of a president - which presidents are they?
2) Name the current top five syndicated TV programs according to Nielsen Research.
Answers:
1) Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and John Adams.
2) 1) Wheel of Fortune, 2) Jeopardy 3) The Oprah Winfrey Show 4) Judge Judy 5) Two and a Half Men
1) The Library of Congress has three extremely large buildings on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Each building bears the name of a president - which presidents are they?
2) Name the current top five syndicated TV programs according to Nielsen Research.
Answers:
1) Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and John Adams.
2) 1) Wheel of Fortune, 2) Jeopardy 3) The Oprah Winfrey Show 4) Judge Judy 5) Two and a Half Men
Monday, January 26, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia
History's largest diamond was mined at the Premier Mines in South Africa Jan. 26, 1905. How many carets or how much did it weigh?
A: It weighed one pound four ounces or 3,206-carets. To put it in perspective, that would cover all of Liz Taylor's and Jennifer Lopez's weddings and have enough left over for an earring for Elton John.
Why was Paul Newman disqualified from Navy Pilot School during World War II?
A: He was color blind.
The late great Paul Newman was born on this date in 1925. In which year did he make his first Hollywood movie?
A: 1954 (The Silver Chalice)
A: It weighed one pound four ounces or 3,206-carets. To put it in perspective, that would cover all of Liz Taylor's and Jennifer Lopez's weddings and have enough left over for an earring for Elton John.
Why was Paul Newman disqualified from Navy Pilot School during World War II?
A: He was color blind.
The late great Paul Newman was born on this date in 1925. In which year did he make his first Hollywood movie?
A: 1954 (The Silver Chalice)
Friday, January 23, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1977 ABC began its airing of the most watched television program in history, a min-series based on a novel by Alex Haley. What was its title?
2) On this date in 1968, Navy lieutenant Don Walsh completed the deepest ocean dive ever made. How deep was it?
3) On this date in 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first American woman to be awarded what?
Answers:
1) Roots
2) 35,839 feet - nearly seven miles
3) A medical degree
1) On this date in 1977 ABC began its airing of the most watched television program in history, a min-series based on a novel by Alex Haley. What was its title?
2) On this date in 1968, Navy lieutenant Don Walsh completed the deepest ocean dive ever made. How deep was it?
3) On this date in 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first American woman to be awarded what?
Answers:
1) Roots
2) 35,839 feet - nearly seven miles
3) A medical degree
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: On Jan. 22, 1987, the first US talk show to tape a segment inside the Soviet Union debuted. Who was the host?
A: Phil Donahue
Q: David Edward Hughes died on Jan 22, 1900. What was it that he invented?
A: The microphone.
Q: On Jan. 22 1968, a fast-paced satirical review debuted on NBC-TV. It featured Dan Rowan & Dick Martin, Goldie Hawn, Judy Carne, Alan Sues, Lily Tomlin, Arte Johnson, Ruth Buzzi, JoAnne Worley, Henry Gibson, and Gary Owens. Can you name the show?
A: Laugh-In
A: Phil Donahue
Q: David Edward Hughes died on Jan 22, 1900. What was it that he invented?
A: The microphone.
Q: On Jan. 22 1968, a fast-paced satirical review debuted on NBC-TV. It featured Dan Rowan & Dick Martin, Goldie Hawn, Judy Carne, Alan Sues, Lily Tomlin, Arte Johnson, Ruth Buzzi, JoAnne Worley, Henry Gibson, and Gary Owens. Can you name the show?
A: Laugh-In
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: According to research by McKinsey & Company of New York, how many advertisements are Americans exposed on the average day?
A: 270
Q: Name the world's first atomic-powered submarine.
A: The first atomic-powered submarine was the Nautilus.
Q: Name the Shoshone Indian woman guide of the Lewis & Clark expedition, and tell us in what state she was buried on an Indian reservation.
A: Sacajawea, she lies in the Wind River Reservation in Wyoming.
Q: What words do the initials ORD (for Chicago O'Hare Airport) stand for?
A: Orchard Field
A: 270
Q: Name the world's first atomic-powered submarine.
A: The first atomic-powered submarine was the Nautilus.
Q: Name the Shoshone Indian woman guide of the Lewis & Clark expedition, and tell us in what state she was buried on an Indian reservation.
A: Sacajawea, she lies in the Wind River Reservation in Wyoming.
Q: What words do the initials ORD (for Chicago O'Hare Airport) stand for?
A: Orchard Field
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Alan Rock's Triva
Q1: On JAN 20, 1920, the SECOND man to set foot on the moon was born. Can you name him?
A: Astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Buzz was the SECOND man to set foot on the moon. "One small step for man, one giant leap for sidekicks".
Q2: Actor DeForest Kelly was born on JAN 20, 1920. What was the most famous character he played?
A: On the Star Trek TV series he played Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy. "Bones" was not his original nickname. His original nickname was -- "Glands".
Q3: Which great comedian was born on this date in 1896. (Clue: He died in 1996)
A: George Burns
A: Astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Buzz was the SECOND man to set foot on the moon. "One small step for man, one giant leap for sidekicks".
Q2: Actor DeForest Kelly was born on JAN 20, 1920. What was the most famous character he played?
A: On the Star Trek TV series he played Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy. "Bones" was not his original nickname. His original nickname was -- "Glands".
Q3: Which great comedian was born on this date in 1896. (Clue: He died in 1996)
A: George Burns
Alan Rock's Triva for January 19th, 2009
Q: On JAN 19, 1977, U.S. President Gerald Ford pardoned Iva Toguri D'Aquino, who has been convicted of treason for her World War II Japanese propaganda broadcasts. We knew her better as?
A: Tokyo Rose
Q: The first televised presidential news conference was conducted on JAN 19th (I won't say the year). There wasn't much on T.V. back then, but some viewers still complained because he pre-emptied their test pattern. Who was the President?
A: On JAN 19. 1955 Dwight Eisenhower conducted the first presidential news conference.
A: Tokyo Rose
Q: The first televised presidential news conference was conducted on JAN 19th (I won't say the year). There wasn't much on T.V. back then, but some viewers still complained because he pre-emptied their test pattern. Who was the President?
A: On JAN 19. 1955 Dwight Eisenhower conducted the first presidential news conference.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: On Jan 14, 1690, which musical instrument invented in Nuremberg, Germany?
A: The clarinet
Q: What was NBC's original title for the "Today" show, which debuted on Jan 14, 1952
A: "The Rise and Shine Revue."
Q: On Jan 14, 1963, who was the first of how many different guest filled in for Johnny Carson on the Tonight Show?
A: Country singer, Jimmy Dean, the first of 124
A: The clarinet
Q: What was NBC's original title for the "Today" show, which debuted on Jan 14, 1952
A: "The Rise and Shine Revue."
Q: On Jan 14, 1963, who was the first of how many different guest filled in for Johnny Carson on the Tonight Show?
A: Country singer, Jimmy Dean, the first of 124
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: This is Cuckoo dancing week, but it has nothing to do with dancing. It's a special week to remember the crazy antics of what comedians?
A:Laural and Hardy. Their theme song was called "the danging cuckoo", and so were they
Q: "The Bionic Woman" debuted on ABC-TV, thirty years ago today. WHo played the lead role?
A: Lindsay Wagner, playing schoolteacher Jaime Sommers
A:Laural and Hardy. Their theme song was called "the danging cuckoo", and so were they
Q: "The Bionic Woman" debuted on ABC-TV, thirty years ago today. WHo played the lead role?
A: Lindsay Wagner, playing schoolteacher Jaime Sommers
Monday, January 12, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1932, Hattie Caraway, shattered a barrier for women. What was her achievement?
2) On this date in 1967, Dragnet returned to television after an eight year hiatus. The revamped version had Harry Morgan (of later M.A.S.H. fame) as officer Joe Friday's sidekick. Who originally played that role?
3) On this date in 1971, the first episode of All in the Family aired. Who starred as Archie and Edith?
4) Today is Batman Day, marking the television series' debut. Who starred as the crime-fighting duo in this campy series?
Answers:
1) Hattie Caraway, a democrat from Arkansas, was the first woman to be elected to the U.S. Senate.
2) Ben Alexander was the first to play Frank Smith in the earlier Dragnet.
3) Carroll O'Connor and Jean Stapleton starred as Archie and Edith, respectively.
4) Adam West was Batman and Burt Ward tagged along as Robin.
1) On this date in 1932, Hattie Caraway, shattered a barrier for women. What was her achievement?
2) On this date in 1967, Dragnet returned to television after an eight year hiatus. The revamped version had Harry Morgan (of later M.A.S.H. fame) as officer Joe Friday's sidekick. Who originally played that role?
3) On this date in 1971, the first episode of All in the Family aired. Who starred as Archie and Edith?
4) Today is Batman Day, marking the television series' debut. Who starred as the crime-fighting duo in this campy series?
Answers:
1) Hattie Caraway, a democrat from Arkansas, was the first woman to be elected to the U.S. Senate.
2) Ben Alexander was the first to play Frank Smith in the earlier Dragnet.
3) Carroll O'Connor and Jean Stapleton starred as Archie and Edith, respectively.
4) Adam West was Batman and Burt Ward tagged along as Robin.
Friday, January 09, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1959, a handsome newcomer burst onto the scene as the star in TV's Rawhide. He may be up for an Oscar this year. Who is he?
2) On this date in 1987, actor Arthur Lake died at the age of 81. What character is he most famous for?
Answers:
1) Clint Eastwood (that was pretty easy). As a bonus, if you remembered his character's name - "Rowdy Yates" - that's impressive!
2) He starred as Dagwood Bumstead in 27 "Blondie" movies as well as radio and TV versions of the character.
1) On this date in 1959, a handsome newcomer burst onto the scene as the star in TV's Rawhide. He may be up for an Oscar this year. Who is he?
2) On this date in 1987, actor Arthur Lake died at the age of 81. What character is he most famous for?
Answers:
1) Clint Eastwood (that was pretty easy). As a bonus, if you remembered his character's name - "Rowdy Yates" - that's impressive!
2) He starred as Dagwood Bumstead in 27 "Blondie" movies as well as radio and TV versions of the character.
Thursday, January 08, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia Teasers
Q: Elvis Presley was born on Jan 8, 1935. Where?
A: Tupelo, Mississippi
Q: How many presidents first served as vice-presidents?
A: 14: J. Adams, Jefferson, Van Buren, Tyler, Fillmore, A. Johnson, Arthur, T. Roosevelt, Coolidge, Truman, Nixon, L. Johnson, Ford, and George H.W. Bush.
Q: Vice Presidents were originally the presidential candidates receiving the second largest number of electoral votes. Which amendment passed in 1804, changed the system so that the electoral college voted separately for the president and vice president?
A: The Twelfth Amendment, The presidential candidate, however gradually gained power over the nominating convention to choose his own running mate.
Q: For two years the nation was run by a president and vice president who were not elected by the people. Who were they?
A: Gerald Ford and Nelson Rockefeller. After Vice President Spiro T. Agnew resigned in 1973, President Nixon appointed Gerald Ford as Vice president. Nixon resigned the following year and Ford appointed vice president, Nelson Rockefeller, as second in line.
A: Tupelo, Mississippi
Q: How many presidents first served as vice-presidents?
A: 14: J. Adams, Jefferson, Van Buren, Tyler, Fillmore, A. Johnson, Arthur, T. Roosevelt, Coolidge, Truman, Nixon, L. Johnson, Ford, and George H.W. Bush.
Q: Vice Presidents were originally the presidential candidates receiving the second largest number of electoral votes. Which amendment passed in 1804, changed the system so that the electoral college voted separately for the president and vice president?
A: The Twelfth Amendment, The presidential candidate, however gradually gained power over the nominating convention to choose his own running mate.
Q: For two years the nation was run by a president and vice president who were not elected by the people. Who were they?
A: Gerald Ford and Nelson Rockefeller. After Vice President Spiro T. Agnew resigned in 1973, President Nixon appointed Gerald Ford as Vice president. Nixon resigned the following year and Ford appointed vice president, Nelson Rockefeller, as second in line.
Wednesday, January 07, 2009
Today Trivia Teaser
Q: On Jan 7, 1990 a famous public building was closed to the public due to safety concerns. What building?
A: The Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was leaning too far. They stabilized the tower and reopened it in 2001.
Q: On Jan 7, 1789, a very special election occurred. What was it?
A: The first U.S. Presidential election was held. Results from Florida are expected any day now
Q: The first commercial bank in the U.S. opened on Jan 7, 1782. In what city?
A: In Philadelphia Everybody who opened a new account got a free toaster. There was a huge line at Ben Franklin's house waiting to plus into his kite.
A: The Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was leaning too far. They stabilized the tower and reopened it in 2001.
Q: On Jan 7, 1789, a very special election occurred. What was it?
A: The first U.S. Presidential election was held. Results from Florida are expected any day now
Q: The first commercial bank in the U.S. opened on Jan 7, 1782. In what city?
A: In Philadelphia Everybody who opened a new account got a free toaster. There was a huge line at Ben Franklin's house waiting to plus into his kite.
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1838 an amazing new invention was demonstrated for the first time. What was it?
2) On this date in 1975 "Wheel of Fortune" debuted on NBC. Who was the host and letter-turner?
Answers:
1) Samuel Morse's invention, the telegraph.
2) Chuck Woolery was the host and Susan Stafford was revealing the letters.
1) On this date in 1838 an amazing new invention was demonstrated for the first time. What was it?
2) On this date in 1975 "Wheel of Fortune" debuted on NBC. Who was the host and letter-turner?
Answers:
1) Samuel Morse's invention, the telegraph.
2) Chuck Woolery was the host and Susan Stafford was revealing the letters.
Monday, January 05, 2009
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1948 the first color newsreel was released by Warner Brothers Pathe. Where was it filmed?
2) The TV comedy "Mr. Ed"- the adventures of a talking horse and his owner - debuted this date in 1961. Alan Young played Wilbur Post. Who was the voice of Mr. Ed?
3) On this date in 1998, Sonny Bono died in an unfortunate accident. What was he doing at the time?
Answers:
1) It was filmed in Pasadena, CA and the occasion was the Tournament of Roses.
2) Allan "Rocky" Lane was the voice of Mr. Ed.
3) Sonny Bono met his demise in a skiing accident.
1) On this date in 1948 the first color newsreel was released by Warner Brothers Pathe. Where was it filmed?
2) The TV comedy "Mr. Ed"- the adventures of a talking horse and his owner - debuted this date in 1961. Alan Young played Wilbur Post. Who was the voice of Mr. Ed?
3) On this date in 1998, Sonny Bono died in an unfortunate accident. What was he doing at the time?
Answers:
1) It was filmed in Pasadena, CA and the occasion was the Tournament of Roses.
2) Allan "Rocky" Lane was the voice of Mr. Ed.
3) Sonny Bono met his demise in a skiing accident.
Friday, December 19, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) How deep is Utah's Salt Lake?
2) On this date in 1973, Johnny Carson told a joke which accidentally created a panic. Fearing a certain item would be scarce (thanks to the joke), people started buying up this item in great amounts. What was it?
Answers:
1) Only 13 feet deep
2) Toilet paper
1) How deep is Utah's Salt Lake?
2) On this date in 1973, Johnny Carson told a joke which accidentally created a panic. Fearing a certain item would be scarce (thanks to the joke), people started buying up this item in great amounts. What was it?
Answers:
1) Only 13 feet deep
2) Toilet paper
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q:On Dec, 18, 1865 the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. What did it do?
A: It abolished slavery
Q: What was was Stephen Speilberg's first directing job?
A: The TV pilot: "Night Gallery" in 1969
Q: According to USA Today, what do more American moms say they need most of?
A: 32% say more time in the day; 27% say more patience; 15% say more money; 15% say more respect
A: It abolished slavery
Q: What was was Stephen Speilberg's first directing job?
A: The TV pilot: "Night Gallery" in 1969
Q: According to USA Today, what do more American moms say they need most of?
A: 32% say more time in the day; 27% say more patience; 15% say more money; 15% say more respect
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Born this date in 1936, he was hailed as England's answer to Elvis. Who was he?
2) What was the first song to reach #1 on Pop, Country and Western, and Rhythm and Blues charts?
3) On this date in 1969, an estimated 50 million viewers watched Herbert Buchingham Khaury marry Victoria Budinger on the Tonight Show. We know the couple better as:
Answers:
1) Tommy Steele
2) "Blue Suede Shoes"
3) Tiny Tim and Miss Vicky
1) Born this date in 1936, he was hailed as England's answer to Elvis. Who was he?
2) What was the first song to reach #1 on Pop, Country and Western, and Rhythm and Blues charts?
3) On this date in 1969, an estimated 50 million viewers watched Herbert Buchingham Khaury marry Victoria Budinger on the Tonight Show. We know the couple better as:
Answers:
1) Tommy Steele
2) "Blue Suede Shoes"
3) Tiny Tim and Miss Vicky
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q: What were Dorothy's slippers made of in the original Wizard of Oz book?
A: Silver
Q: Beethoven was born in Bonn, Germany, on this date in 1770. When composing, to excite his brain, what did Beethoven always do?
A: Poured ice water over his head
Q: Who was the first NFL back to rush 2,000 yards in a season?
Q: O.J. Simpson Dec 16, 1973
A: Silver
Q: Beethoven was born in Bonn, Germany, on this date in 1770. When composing, to excite his brain, what did Beethoven always do?
A: Poured ice water over his head
Q: Who was the first NFL back to rush 2,000 yards in a season?
Q: O.J. Simpson Dec 16, 1973
Monday, December 15, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Walt Disney died this date in 1966. He holds the record for having won the most Academy Awards. How many altogether, including the one awarded posthumously, did he win?
2) According to recent world travel statistics, which country attracts the most visitors?
Answers:
1) 26
2) France
1) Walt Disney died this date in 1966. He holds the record for having won the most Academy Awards. How many altogether, including the one awarded posthumously, did he win?
2) According to recent world travel statistics, which country attracts the most visitors?
Answers:
1) 26
2) France
Friday, December 12, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q: Who has the distinction of being the most portrayed fictional character in film?
A: Sherlock Holmes
Q: According to the Mayo Health Clinic Letter, which Christmas tree has the strongest smell and might trigger allergy-like reactions inside a home?
A: Spruce
Q: Who was the first artist to record for Capitol Records?
A: Tex Ritter
Q: What country has made Space Tourism available to the upper classes?
A: Russia
A: Sherlock Holmes
Q: According to the Mayo Health Clinic Letter, which Christmas tree has the strongest smell and might trigger allergy-like reactions inside a home?
A: Spruce
Q: Who was the first artist to record for Capitol Records?
A: Tex Ritter
Q: What country has made Space Tourism available to the upper classes?
A: Russia
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Born this date in 1926, Willie Mae - "Big Mama" - Thornton recorded a song that would later be a big hit for Elvis. What was it ?
2) In 1982, Teri Garr was nominated for Best Supporting Actress Academy Award for what movie?
3) The Bahamas is made up of how many islands?
4) What is the most popular activity for vacationers?
Answers:
1) "Hound Dog"
2) Tootsie
3) 700!
4) Shopping
1) Born this date in 1926, Willie Mae - "Big Mama" - Thornton recorded a song that would later be a big hit for Elvis. What was it ?
2) In 1982, Teri Garr was nominated for Best Supporting Actress Academy Award for what movie?
3) The Bahamas is made up of how many islands?
4) What is the most popular activity for vacationers?
Answers:
1) "Hound Dog"
2) Tootsie
3) 700!
4) Shopping
Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q: On Dec 9, 1992, a famous couple announced their separation. Who -- and who?
A: Prince Charles and Lady Diana
Q: Who lost $8,000 in It's a Wonderful Life?
A: Uncle Billy
Q: What is the biggest selling Christmas single of all time?
A: "White Christmas"
A: Prince Charles and Lady Diana
Q: Who lost $8,000 in It's a Wonderful Life?
A: Uncle Billy
Q: What is the biggest selling Christmas single of all time?
A: "White Christmas"
Monday, December 08, 2008
Alan Rock's Triva
Q: How did American Airlines cut their costs by nearly $40,000 in 1987?
A: Eliminating an olive from each salad served in-flight
Q: Architect James Hoban died on December 8, 1831. What famous national treasure did Hoban design?
A: He designed the White House. His wife wanted it to be a trendy color, but he was afraid people might get tired of the Puce House.
Q: According to Vitality magazine, what percent of Americans always order vegetarian foods when dining out?
A: Only 6%
A: Eliminating an olive from each salad served in-flight
Q: Architect James Hoban died on December 8, 1831. What famous national treasure did Hoban design?
A: He designed the White House. His wife wanted it to be a trendy color, but he was afraid people might get tired of the Puce House.
Q: According to Vitality magazine, what percent of Americans always order vegetarian foods when dining out?
A: Only 6%
Friday, December 05, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Who was the first Vice-President?
2) On this date in 1658, Virginia outlawed this profession. What was it?
Answers:
1) John Adams
2) It was illegal in Virginia to be a lawyer.
1) Who was the first Vice-President?
2) On this date in 1658, Virginia outlawed this profession. What was it?
Answers:
1) John Adams
2) It was illegal in Virginia to be a lawyer.
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) According to Health magazine, Americans rely on television to provide them with ___ percent of information about nutrition?
2) Who was the first American president to visit abroad?
Answers:
1) 48% rely on television (11% rely on doctors)
2) Woodrow Wilson. He sailed for France on this date in 1918.
1) According to Health magazine, Americans rely on television to provide them with ___ percent of information about nutrition?
2) Who was the first American president to visit abroad?
Answers:
1) 48% rely on television (11% rely on doctors)
2) Woodrow Wilson. He sailed for France on this date in 1918.
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Dr. Christian Barnard performed this groundbreaking procedure on this date in 1967. What was it?
2) From 1941 - 1950 M&M candies had violet as one of its coating colors. In 1950, violet was replaced by what color?
3) Arthur Conan Doyle was employed in this profession prior to his success as the author of the Sherlock Holmes stories. What was it?
4) Who played Hans Christian Andersen in the 1952 movie musical?
Answers:
1) He famously performed the first successful heart transplant.
2) Tan
3) He was an optometrist
4) Danny Kaye
1) Dr. Christian Barnard performed this groundbreaking procedure on this date in 1967. What was it?
2) From 1941 - 1950 M&M candies had violet as one of its coating colors. In 1950, violet was replaced by what color?
3) Arthur Conan Doyle was employed in this profession prior to his success as the author of the Sherlock Holmes stories. What was it?
4) Who played Hans Christian Andersen in the 1952 movie musical?
Answers:
1) He famously performed the first successful heart transplant.
2) Tan
3) He was an optometrist
4) Danny Kaye
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Henry Ford unveiled the Model A this date in 1927. It was the first Ford to come in a variety of colors. Vanity was expensive - how much did the Model A sell for?
2) Which professional sport has a sin bin?
3) Born this date in 1981, this pop star was raised in Louisiana and once competed at the state level as an accomplished athlete. Who is she and in which sport did she participate?
Answers:
1) $385
2) A "sin bin" is a nickname for hockey's penalty box.
3) Britney Spears competed at the age of 9 in gymnastics.
Holiday Bonus Trivia!
The Christmas classic, "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" has quite a history! The story of Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer was written in 1939 by Robert L. May, a copywriter for the Chicago-based Montgomery Ward department stores, as a promotional gift for the store's customers. The stores had bought and distributed coloring books every Christmas and saw writing their own story as a way to save money. Montgomery Ward distributed 2.4 million copies of the Rudolph booklet in 1939. A total of 6 million copies had been given out by the end of 1946, even though wartime paper shortages restricted printing.
The story reflects May's own childhood difficulties as the smallest boy in his class. He was taunted for being a frail, scrawny misfit.
The reindeer was almost named Rollo or Reginald. May considered both these named before settling on Rudolph.
Rudolph's story was made into a song when May's brother-in-law, songwriter Johnny Marks, developed the lyrics and melody for it. Marks' musical version was first recorded by Gene Autry in 1949, selling 2 million copies that year.
(from Songfacts.com)
1) Henry Ford unveiled the Model A this date in 1927. It was the first Ford to come in a variety of colors. Vanity was expensive - how much did the Model A sell for?
2) Which professional sport has a sin bin?
3) Born this date in 1981, this pop star was raised in Louisiana and once competed at the state level as an accomplished athlete. Who is she and in which sport did she participate?
Answers:
1) $385
2) A "sin bin" is a nickname for hockey's penalty box.
3) Britney Spears competed at the age of 9 in gymnastics.
Holiday Bonus Trivia!
The Christmas classic, "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" has quite a history! The story of Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer was written in 1939 by Robert L. May, a copywriter for the Chicago-based Montgomery Ward department stores, as a promotional gift for the store's customers. The stores had bought and distributed coloring books every Christmas and saw writing their own story as a way to save money. Montgomery Ward distributed 2.4 million copies of the Rudolph booklet in 1939. A total of 6 million copies had been given out by the end of 1946, even though wartime paper shortages restricted printing.
The story reflects May's own childhood difficulties as the smallest boy in his class. He was taunted for being a frail, scrawny misfit.
The reindeer was almost named Rollo or Reginald. May considered both these named before settling on Rudolph.
Rudolph's story was made into a song when May's brother-in-law, songwriter Johnny Marks, developed the lyrics and melody for it. Marks' musical version was first recorded by Gene Autry in 1949, selling 2 million copies that year.
(from Songfacts.com)
Monday, December 01, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Bette Midler was born this date in 1945. She won an Emmy for her appearance on a TV show - which show?
2) The first telephone was installed in the White House this date in 1878. The first incoming call was from a storm window salesman. Who was president?
Answers:
1) The Divine Miss M won for her tender appearance on Johnny Carson's final appearance on The Tonight Show.. She sang "One for My Baby and One More for the Road."
2) Rutherford B. Hayes was in office. He used the telephone to solicit campaign contributions.
1) Bette Midler was born this date in 1945. She won an Emmy for her appearance on a TV show - which show?
2) The first telephone was installed in the White House this date in 1878. The first incoming call was from a storm window salesman. Who was president?
Answers:
1) The Divine Miss M won for her tender appearance on Johnny Carson's final appearance on The Tonight Show.. She sang "One for My Baby and One More for the Road."
2) Rutherford B. Hayes was in office. He used the telephone to solicit campaign contributions.
Alan Rock's Trivia, Nov 28
Q: On November 29, 1963, which famous place in Florida was re-named?
A: President Johnson renamed both the Launch Operations Center and the Cape Canaveral Auxiliary Air Force Station (involved in NASA's space flight activities) to the John F. Kennedy Space Center seven days after the president was assassinated. NASA Administrator James Webb officially issued a similar order changing the name of NASA's facility on Dec. 20, 1963. The U.S. Department of the Interior's Board of Geographical Names changed the name of the geographical cape from Cape Canaveral to Cape Kennedy the following year.
Q: How wide is the Statue of Liberty's mouth?
A: Three feet!
A: President Johnson renamed both the Launch Operations Center and the Cape Canaveral Auxiliary Air Force Station (involved in NASA's space flight activities) to the John F. Kennedy Space Center seven days after the president was assassinated. NASA Administrator James Webb officially issued a similar order changing the name of NASA's facility on Dec. 20, 1963. The U.S. Department of the Interior's Board of Geographical Names changed the name of the geographical cape from Cape Canaveral to Cape Kennedy the following year.
Q: How wide is the Statue of Liberty's mouth?
A: Three feet!
Alan Rock's Trivia, Nov 27
Q: Which former "First Daughter" was born on November 27, 1957?
A: Caroline Kennedy.
Q: A film was released on November 27, 1952 based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters. This historically important film was written, directed, and produced by Arch Oboler What were the film's title, stars, and importance?
A: "Bwana Devil," starring Robert Stack, Barbara Britton, and Nigel Bruce, started the 3-D boom in the United States film industry.
FYI, The Tsavo maneaters were a pair of notorious maneless man-eating male lions responsible for the deaths of a number of construction workers on the Kenya-Uganda Railway, from March through December 1898 (est. 135 killed).
A: Caroline Kennedy.
Q: A film was released on November 27, 1952 based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters. This historically important film was written, directed, and produced by Arch Oboler What were the film's title, stars, and importance?
A: "Bwana Devil," starring Robert Stack, Barbara Britton, and Nigel Bruce, started the 3-D boom in the United States film industry.
FYI, The Tsavo maneaters were a pair of notorious maneless man-eating male lions responsible for the deaths of a number of construction workers on the Kenya-Uganda Railway, from March through December 1898 (est. 135 killed).
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Which president was the first to establish Thanksgiving as a national holiday, decreeing the fourth Thursday of November as the designated day?
2) Butterball says once the turkey is done, you should allow it ti stand for 15 minutes before serving. Why?
Answers:
1) Franklin D. Roosevelt
2) So the stuffing cools a bit before removing.
1) Which president was the first to establish Thanksgiving as a national holiday, decreeing the fourth Thursday of November as the designated day?
2) Butterball says once the turkey is done, you should allow it ti stand for 15 minutes before serving. Why?
Answers:
1) Franklin D. Roosevelt
2) So the stuffing cools a bit before removing.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) True or False?: Thanksgiving is celebrated only in the United States.
2) According to the Butterball corporation, a frozen turkey should be thawed in the refrigerator for how long?
3) The first department store to hold a Thanksgiving parade was __________________.
4) How long did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
Answers:
1) Canada also celebrates Thanksgiving.
2) For every 4 pounds of turkey, you should allow one day of thawing in the refrigerator.
3) The first department store was Gimbel's.
4) The first Thanksgiving meal lasted almost six hours.
1) True or False?: Thanksgiving is celebrated only in the United States.
2) According to the Butterball corporation, a frozen turkey should be thawed in the refrigerator for how long?
3) The first department store to hold a Thanksgiving parade was __________________.
4) How long did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
Answers:
1) Canada also celebrates Thanksgiving.
2) For every 4 pounds of turkey, you should allow one day of thawing in the refrigerator.
3) The first department store was Gimbel's.
4) The first Thanksgiving meal lasted almost six hours.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Which food doesn't spoil?
2) What percent of Americans have played in a band at some point?
3) Which Arnold Schwarzenegger movie came out this date in 1999 (it was poorly reviewed).
Answers:
1) Honey. Unless you count honey neglected so long it is transformed into crystalline shards.
2) 20%
3) It was called "End of Days"
1) Which food doesn't spoil?
2) What percent of Americans have played in a band at some point?
3) Which Arnold Schwarzenegger movie came out this date in 1999 (it was poorly reviewed).
Answers:
1) Honey. Unless you count honey neglected so long it is transformed into crystalline shards.
2) 20%
3) It was called "End of Days"
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On November 21, 1980, millions watched while someone was shot. Who was it?
2) Which was the first U.S. president to travel in a submarine (while it was submerged)?
Answers:
1) Millions tuned in to the much-hyped Dallas season finale wherein JR got shot. Fans could barely contain themselves until the next season when the assailant was revealed.
2) Harry Truman
1) On November 21, 1980, millions watched while someone was shot. Who was it?
2) Which was the first U.S. president to travel in a submarine (while it was submerged)?
Answers:
1) Millions tuned in to the much-hyped Dallas season finale wherein JR got shot. Fans could barely contain themselves until the next season when the assailant was revealed.
2) Harry Truman
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia Teasers
Q: On Nov 20, 1992 was a hot day for Britain's Queen Elizabeth. What happened?
A: Fire broke out at one of her homes, Windsor Castle, while she was in residence.
Q: Nov 20, 1789, which state became the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights?
A: New Jersey
Q: Which U.S. President was arrested while in office for running over an elderly woman with his horse?
A: Franklin Pierce. The charge was dropped in 1853 due to insufficient evidence.
A: Fire broke out at one of her homes, Windsor Castle, while she was in residence.
Q: Nov 20, 1789, which state became the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights?
A: New Jersey
Q: Which U.S. President was arrested while in office for running over an elderly woman with his horse?
A: Franklin Pierce. The charge was dropped in 1853 due to insufficient evidence.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1969, Apollo 12 astronauts made man's second landing on the moon. Who were the astronauts?
2) Larry King's first job in radio was not so glamorous. What was it?
Answers:
1) Charles Conrad and Alan Bean
2) Larry King was a janitor at a radio station in Florida.
1) On this date in 1969, Apollo 12 astronauts made man's second landing on the moon. Who were the astronauts?
2) Larry King's first job in radio was not so glamorous. What was it?
Answers:
1) Charles Conrad and Alan Bean
2) Larry King was a janitor at a radio station in Florida.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia! (for Nov. 14
Questions:
1) The average dog is capable of about 10 different vocal sounds. How many sounds can cats make?
2) The world's first streetcar came to be in what city?
Answers:
1) A cat can make about 100 different sounds!
2) The first streetcar became operational November 14, 1832 in New York City.
Extra credit tidbit: 48 years ago today, the #1 song was "Georgia On My Mind" by Ray Charles.
1) The average dog is capable of about 10 different vocal sounds. How many sounds can cats make?
2) The world's first streetcar came to be in what city?
Answers:
1) A cat can make about 100 different sounds!
2) The first streetcar became operational November 14, 1832 in New York City.
Extra credit tidbit: 48 years ago today, the #1 song was "Georgia On My Mind" by Ray Charles.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) What was Whoopi Goldberg's given name at birth?
2) Whoopi won a best supporting actress Oscar for what part in what film?
3) The first television commercial was for which product?
Answers:
1) Caryn Johnson
2) Miss Oda Mae Brown in Ghost - 1990.
3) The Bulova watch. It ticked on the screen for 60 seconds. What ad wizard came up with that imaginative bit of promotion?
1) What was Whoopi Goldberg's given name at birth?
2) Whoopi won a best supporting actress Oscar for what part in what film?
3) The first television commercial was for which product?
Answers:
1) Caryn Johnson
2) Miss Oda Mae Brown in Ghost - 1990.
3) The Bulova watch. It ticked on the screen for 60 seconds. What ad wizard came up with that imaginative bit of promotion?
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) A baby cat is a kitten, a baby dog is a puppy. What is a baby eel called?
2) Who said, "For every minute you are angry, you lose sixty seconds of happiness."?
3) Who was the first NFL coach to win 100 regular season games in only 10 seasons?
Answers:
1) an "elver"
2) Ralph Waldo Emerson
3) Don Shula
1) A baby cat is a kitten, a baby dog is a puppy. What is a baby eel called?
2) Who said, "For every minute you are angry, you lose sixty seconds of happiness."?
3) Who was the first NFL coach to win 100 regular season games in only 10 seasons?
Answers:
1) an "elver"
2) Ralph Waldo Emerson
3) Don Shula
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q: "Lucky" Luciano was born on November 11, 1896. What was his first name?
A: Charles.
Q: On November 11, 1987, when Demi Moore and Bruce Willis got married, who performed the ceremony? Was it (a) Wolfman Jack, (b) Little Richard, or (c) Judge Wapner?
A: Little Richard.
Q: What cigarette brand once sponsored the primetime TV cartoon series "The Flintstones"?
A: Winston.
A: Charles.
Q: On November 11, 1987, when Demi Moore and Bruce Willis got married, who performed the ceremony? Was it (a) Wolfman Jack, (b) Little Richard, or (c) Judge Wapner?
A: Little Richard.
Q: What cigarette brand once sponsored the primetime TV cartoon series "The Flintstones"?
A: Winston.
Friday, November 07, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Which U.S. President established the Corporation for Public Broadcasting?
2) Who was the first U.S. President to broadcast in a foreign language?
3) Jeanette Rankin made her own cracks in the glass ceiling. What was her achievement?
Answers:
1) Lyndon Johnson established the CPB on this date in 1967.
2) FDR addressed the nation this date in 1942 in French.
3) Ms. Rankin was elected to the U.S. Congress this date in 1916. Her campaign slogan was "A Woman's Place is in the HOUSE."
1) Which U.S. President established the Corporation for Public Broadcasting?
2) Who was the first U.S. President to broadcast in a foreign language?
3) Jeanette Rankin made her own cracks in the glass ceiling. What was her achievement?
Answers:
1) Lyndon Johnson established the CPB on this date in 1967.
2) FDR addressed the nation this date in 1942 in French.
3) Ms. Rankin was elected to the U.S. Congress this date in 1916. Her campaign slogan was "A Woman's Place is in the HOUSE."
Thursday, November 06, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) What is the oldest weekly program on television?
2) According to Impulse Research, what do Americans tend to regret most?
Answers:
1) Meet the Press. Meet the Press debuted November 6th, 1947.
2) 67% regret wasting time worrying, second is television-watching at 35%
1) What is the oldest weekly program on television?
2) According to Impulse Research, what do Americans tend to regret most?
Answers:
1) Meet the Press. Meet the Press debuted November 6th, 1947.
2) 67% regret wasting time worrying, second is television-watching at 35%
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q: The King of Cowboys, Roy Rogers, was born on November 5, 1911. His famous horse was named Trigger. What was the name of his dog?
A: Bullet!
Q: We all know who Microsoft zillionaire Bill Gates is and what he does for a living; but, do you know what his father's profession was?
A: Lawyer.
Q: Before he became an actor, what did Sam Shepard do for a living?
A: He wrote more than 40 plays, winning 10 Obies and a Pulitzer Prize.
Q: What percent of households in Detroit have no access to an automobile?
A: 33%
A: Bullet!
Q: We all know who Microsoft zillionaire Bill Gates is and what he does for a living; but, do you know what his father's profession was?
A: Lawyer.
Q: Before he became an actor, what did Sam Shepard do for a living?
A: He wrote more than 40 plays, winning 10 Obies and a Pulitzer Prize.
Q: What percent of households in Detroit have no access to an automobile?
A: 33%
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Who was the first Vice President of the United States?
2) Which president purchased Alaska from Russia?
3) What year did women gain the right to vote?
Answers:
1) John Adams
2) Andrew Johnson
3) 1920
1) Who was the first Vice President of the United States?
2) Which president purchased Alaska from Russia?
3) What year did women gain the right to vote?
Answers:
1) John Adams
2) Andrew Johnson
3) 1920
Monday, November 03, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1868, John W. Menard of Louisiana was elected to Congress. What should we remember about him?
2) Henry Winkler played "The Fonz," but what was The Fonz's first and middle names?
3) Which was the first state after the 13 original colonies to be recognized?
4) What is a vexillologist's area of expertise?
Answers:
1) He was the first African-American elected to Congress.
2) Arthur Herbert
3) Vermont
4) Flags
1) On this date in 1868, John W. Menard of Louisiana was elected to Congress. What should we remember about him?
2) Henry Winkler played "The Fonz," but what was The Fonz's first and middle names?
3) Which was the first state after the 13 original colonies to be recognized?
4) What is a vexillologist's area of expertise?
Answers:
1) He was the first African-American elected to Congress.
2) Arthur Herbert
3) Vermont
4) Flags
Friday, October 17, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) What early American tobacco port later became part of Washington, D.C.?
2) On this date in 1967, a famous Broadway musical opened. It would run for 1,742 performances. What was it?
Answers:
1) Georgetown
2) "Here, baby, there, mama, everywhere daddy, daddy"Hair
1) What early American tobacco port later became part of Washington, D.C.?
2) On this date in 1967, a famous Broadway musical opened. It would run for 1,742 performances. What was it?
Answers:
1) Georgetown
2) "Here, baby, there, mama, everywhere daddy, daddy"Hair
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q: What former movie star served as a member of the U.N. delegation and as ambassador to Ghana and Czechoslovakia?
A: Shirley Temple Black, the famed little dancing girl in movies.
Q: Which U.S. President used to swim against the current in the Potomac River for exercise?
A: John Quincy Adams
Q: You suffer from hypnophobia. What do you have an abnormal fear of?
A: You're afraid to fall asleep
A: Shirley Temple Black, the famed little dancing girl in movies.
Q: Which U.S. President used to swim against the current in the Potomac River for exercise?
A: John Quincy Adams
Q: You suffer from hypnophobia. What do you have an abnormal fear of?
A: You're afraid to fall asleep
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1990, a Russian leader was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize, who was he?
2) According to research published in Science journal, how much longer did rats who were fed a low calorie diet live?
3) On this date in 1903, Gordon Nance was born. We remember him as ________
Answers:
1) Mikhail Gorbachev
2) 50% Longer
3) "Wild Bill" Elliot. He was the first movie cowboy to wear his guns backwards. He also played "Red Ryder" in the Saturday serial "The Great Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok."
1) On this date in 1990, a Russian leader was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize, who was he?
2) According to research published in Science journal, how much longer did rats who were fed a low calorie diet live?
3) On this date in 1903, Gordon Nance was born. We remember him as ________
Answers:
1) Mikhail Gorbachev
2) 50% Longer
3) "Wild Bill" Elliot. He was the first movie cowboy to wear his guns backwards. He also played "Red Ryder" in the Saturday serial "The Great Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok."
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) On this date in 1926, the first Winnie the Pooh book was published. Who was the author?
2) James Garner played "Maverick" in the TV series, who played his cousin, Beauregard?
3) Who was the first African-American to be awarded a patent?
Answers:
1) A.A. Milne
2) Roger Moore
3) Thomas Jennings in 1821, for a dry-cleaning process.
1) On this date in 1926, the first Winnie the Pooh book was published. Who was the author?
2) James Garner played "Maverick" in the TV series, who played his cousin, Beauregard?
3) Who was the first African-American to be awarded a patent?
Answers:
1) A.A. Milne
2) Roger Moore
3) Thomas Jennings in 1821, for a dry-cleaning process.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) On this date in 1792, the cornerstone to the White House was laid. Who was the first president to take up residence there?
2) On this date in 1958 the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra had a song that reached #7 on the Billboard chart. It was the last big band hit song. What was it?
3) On this date in 1957, two mega stars co-hosted an hour long TV special introducing the 1958 Edsel. Who were these two stars?
Answers:
1) John Adams
2) "Tea for Two Cha-Cha"
3) Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra
1) On this date in 1792, the cornerstone to the White House was laid. Who was the first president to take up residence there?
2) On this date in 1958 the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra had a song that reached #7 on the Billboard chart. It was the last big band hit song. What was it?
3) On this date in 1957, two mega stars co-hosted an hour long TV special introducing the 1958 Edsel. Who were these two stars?
Answers:
1) John Adams
2) "Tea for Two Cha-Cha"
3) Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra
Friday, October 10, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) What was the Platters' biggest seller?
2) According to Men's Health, 69% of men consider themselves physically fit. What percent of men actually are?
3) On this date in 1933, things got cleaner. What happened?
Answers:
1) 1955's "The Great Pretender"
2) Only 13%
3) The first synthetic detergent, "Dreft" went on sale.
1) What was the Platters' biggest seller?
2) According to Men's Health, 69% of men consider themselves physically fit. What percent of men actually are?
3) On this date in 1933, things got cleaner. What happened?
Answers:
1) 1955's "The Great Pretender"
2) Only 13%
3) The first synthetic detergent, "Dreft" went on sale.
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1919, the U.S. Congress passed the Volstead Act. What was it?
2) In what novel did Susan Weaver find her stage name, "Sigourney"?
3) The average woman uses her height in lipstick within _____ years.
Answers:
1) Prohibiting the sale or consumption of alcohol.
2) "The Great Gatsby"
3) Five years
1) On this date in 1919, the U.S. Congress passed the Volstead Act. What was it?
2) In what novel did Susan Weaver find her stage name, "Sigourney"?
3) The average woman uses her height in lipstick within _____ years.
Answers:
1) Prohibiting the sale or consumption of alcohol.
2) "The Great Gatsby"
3) Five years
Friday, October 03, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Ernest Evans was born this date in 1941. He changed his name and started a dance craze that caught on even with Jackie Kennedy. Who do we know him as?
2) In Psycho's famous shower scene, what did Alfred Hitchcock use for blood?
Answers:
1) Chubby Checker
2) Chocolate syrup
1) Ernest Evans was born this date in 1941. He changed his name and started a dance craze that caught on even with Jackie Kennedy. Who do we know him as?
2) In Psycho's famous shower scene, what did Alfred Hitchcock use for blood?
Answers:
1) Chubby Checker
2) Chocolate syrup
Alan Rock's Trivia! (for 10/2)
Questions:
1) "The Twilight Zone" debuted October 2nd, 1959. Who was its creator and host?
2) What percent of Americans don't make their beds on a daily basis?
Answers:
1) Rod Serling
2) 21%
1) "The Twilight Zone" debuted October 2nd, 1959. Who was its creator and host?
2) What percent of Americans don't make their beds on a daily basis?
Answers:
1) Rod Serling
2) 21%
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) "Cheers" debuted on NBC September 30th, 1982. What was the name of the character Rhea Perlman played?
2) Actor Randy Quaid was born this date in 1950. He once voiced an animated character in TV commercials for a fast food company. Can you name the character?
3) Quaid was once a regular on what weekly television show?
Answers:
1) Carla Tortelli
2) Colonel Sanders
3) Saturday Night Live
1) "Cheers" debuted on NBC September 30th, 1982. What was the name of the character Rhea Perlman played?
2) Actor Randy Quaid was born this date in 1950. He once voiced an animated character in TV commercials for a fast food company. Can you name the character?
3) Quaid was once a regular on what weekly television show?
Answers:
1) Carla Tortelli
2) Colonel Sanders
3) Saturday Night Live
Monday, September 29, 2008
Alan Rock's Tivia
Questions:
1) In the 1989 biographical film, "Great Balls of Fire," who played Jerry Lee Lewis?
2) How many times a year does the average human blink?
Answers:
1) Dennis Quaid
2) 10 million blinks!
1) In the 1989 biographical film, "Great Balls of Fire," who played Jerry Lee Lewis?
2) How many times a year does the average human blink?
Answers:
1) Dennis Quaid
2) 10 million blinks!
Friday, September 26, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) On this date in 1986, a famous TV character returned from the dead. Who was he?
2) According to research, termites eat wood twice as fast when they are listening to what kind of music?
Answers:
1) Dallas's Bobby Ewing
2) Heavy metal
1) On this date in 1986, a famous TV character returned from the dead. Who was he?
2) According to research, termites eat wood twice as fast when they are listening to what kind of music?
Answers:
1) Dallas's Bobby Ewing
2) Heavy metal
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Today's Trivia Teasers
Q: On this date in 1992, 12 year old Gregory Kingsley of Florida made legal history. What did he do?
A: He legally "divorced" himself from his biological parents.
Q: Who was the oldest man to appear in a major-league baseball game?
A: On Sep, 25, 1965 Kansas City pitcher Satchel Paige threw three shutout innings against the Boston Red Sox. Satchel was 60 years instead of tobacco, he was chewing prunes.
Q: On Sep 25, 1981 the first woman on the U.S. Supreme Court, the 102nd justice to take the oath. What is her name?
A: Sandra Day O'Connor
Q: When a gorilla sticks his tongue out, what does it mean?
A: They are angry when they do so
A: He legally "divorced" himself from his biological parents.
Q: Who was the oldest man to appear in a major-league baseball game?
A: On Sep, 25, 1965 Kansas City pitcher Satchel Paige threw three shutout innings against the Boston Red Sox. Satchel was 60 years instead of tobacco, he was chewing prunes.
Q: On Sep 25, 1981 the first woman on the U.S. Supreme Court, the 102nd justice to take the oath. What is her name?
A: Sandra Day O'Connor
Q: When a gorilla sticks his tongue out, what does it mean?
A: They are angry when they do so
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) According to Rich Hall's book Sniglets, what are "rubuncles"?
2) On this date in 1513, the Pacific Ocean was discovered -- by whom?
Answers:
1) "Rubuncles" refer to the flesh bumps on an uncooked chicken.
2) Balboa
1) According to Rich Hall's book Sniglets, what are "rubuncles"?
2) On this date in 1513, the Pacific Ocean was discovered -- by whom?
Answers:
1) "Rubuncles" refer to the flesh bumps on an uncooked chicken.
2) Balboa
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Many people are under the misconception that "God helps those who helps themselves" is a passage in the Bible. Who actually said this?
2) Who was the youngest man to serve as president of the United States?
3) Though discovered as recently as 1930, this planet was recently demoted to sub-planet status. Which planet/not planet is it?
Answers:
1) Benjamin Franklin
2) Theodore Roosevelt was the youngest man to serve as president when he was sworn in at 42 (following the assassination of William F. McKinley). John F. Kennedy was the youngest, at 43, to have been elected president.
3) Pluto
1) Many people are under the misconception that "God helps those who helps themselves" is a passage in the Bible. Who actually said this?
2) Who was the youngest man to serve as president of the United States?
3) Though discovered as recently as 1930, this planet was recently demoted to sub-planet status. Which planet/not planet is it?
Answers:
1) Benjamin Franklin
2) Theodore Roosevelt was the youngest man to serve as president when he was sworn in at 42 (following the assassination of William F. McKinley). John F. Kennedy was the youngest, at 43, to have been elected president.
3) Pluto
Monday, September 22, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) Which WWII general designed his own uniform jacket?
2) Name the only person to have been named to the College Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach?
3) If your lipstick contains "cochineal," what can you be reasonably sure of?
Answers:
1) Dwight D. Eisenhower
2) John Wooten
3) That it's safe -- it contains a red dye extracted from dried female insects (ewww).
1) Which WWII general designed his own uniform jacket?
2) Name the only person to have been named to the College Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach?
3) If your lipstick contains "cochineal," what can you be reasonably sure of?
Answers:
1) Dwight D. Eisenhower
2) John Wooten
3) That it's safe -- it contains a red dye extracted from dried female insects (ewww).
Friday, September 19, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) Born this date in 1928, He played TV's Batman. Who was he?
2) Who famously said, "When they call the roll in the Senate, the Senators do not know whether to answer "present" or "not guilty."
3) What candy is the favorite of most elephants?
Answers:
1) Adam West
2) Teddy Roosevelt
3) Licorice
1) Born this date in 1928, He played TV's Batman. Who was he?
2) Who famously said, "When they call the roll in the Senate, the Senators do not know whether to answer "present" or "not guilty."
3) What candy is the favorite of most elephants?
Answers:
1) Adam West
2) Teddy Roosevelt
3) Licorice
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions
1) On this date in 1931, RCA Victor demonstrated the first 33 1/3 long-play record.
What was RCA's mascot's name?
2) As a child, actor Robert Blake played sidekick in a western. Who was he?
3) What was Frankie Avalon's first Top Ten hit song?
Answers
1) "Nipper." Nipper was depicted as tilting his head toward the victrola to listen to "his master's voice."
2) Blake played Red Ryder's Indian buddy, Little Beaver. He also made 50 "Our Gang" comedies.
3) "Dede Dinah" reached Billboard's #7 in early 1958. "Ginger Bread" peaked at #9 a few months later. "Venus" hit #1 in 1959.
1) On this date in 1931, RCA Victor demonstrated the first 33 1/3 long-play record.
What was RCA's mascot's name?
2) As a child, actor Robert Blake played sidekick in a western. Who was he?
3) What was Frankie Avalon's first Top Ten hit song?
Answers
1) "Nipper." Nipper was depicted as tilting his head toward the victrola to listen to "his master's voice."
2) Blake played Red Ryder's Indian buddy, Little Beaver. He also made 50 "Our Gang" comedies.
3) "Dede Dinah" reached Billboard's #7 in early 1958. "Ginger Bread" peaked at #9 a few months later. "Venus" hit #1 in 1959.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions
1) On this date in 1911, the first transcontinental flight across the U.S. was completed. It took pilot C.P. Rogers 82 hours to fly from New York city to what destination?
2) Prior to his breakout role on "Three's Company", John Ritter had a recurring role on what series?
Answers:
1) Pasadena, CA
2) Ritter played the Rev. Matthew Fordwick on "The Waltons." (He also had a cameo as a tennis playing minister on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" when he clumsily presided over Ted and Georgette's wedding.
1) On this date in 1911, the first transcontinental flight across the U.S. was completed. It took pilot C.P. Rogers 82 hours to fly from New York city to what destination?
2) Prior to his breakout role on "Three's Company", John Ritter had a recurring role on what series?
Answers:
1) Pasadena, CA
2) Ritter played the Rev. Matthew Fordwick on "The Waltons." (He also had a cameo as a tennis playing minister on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" when he clumsily presided over Ted and Georgette's wedding.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia!
Questions:
1) On this date in 1620, The Mayflower left Plymouth, England on its way to America. How many pilgrims were on that voyage?
2) On this date in 1630, the village of Shawmut, Massachusetts changed its name to what we presently call it, which is _____________.
Answers
1) There were 102 pilgrims on board.
2) Boston
1) On this date in 1620, The Mayflower left Plymouth, England on its way to America. How many pilgrims were on that voyage?
2) On this date in 1630, the village of Shawmut, Massachusetts changed its name to what we presently call it, which is _____________.
Answers
1) There were 102 pilgrims on board.
2) Boston
Monday, September 15, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) On this date in 1971 was abig day in the history of environmental groups?
2) Actor Tommy Lee Jones was once a champion athlete. In which sport did he excel?
Answers:
1) Greenpeace was founded.
2) Jones was a champion polo player
1) On this date in 1971 was abig day in the history of environmental groups?
2) Actor Tommy Lee Jones was once a champion athlete. In which sport did he excel?
Answers:
1) Greenpeace was founded.
2) Jones was a champion polo player
Friday, September 12, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) On this date in 1983 it was a big day for Arnold Schwarzenegger. Why?
2) Lachanophobia is an abnormal fear of ___________________
Answers:
1) He became a U.S. citizen.
2) vegetables
1) On this date in 1983 it was a big day for Arnold Schwarzenegger. Why?
2) Lachanophobia is an abnormal fear of ___________________
Answers:
1) He became a U.S. citizen.
2) vegetables
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) Who was the first African-American to host a network television show?
2) In ancient Rome, eating the meat of a particular fowl was taboo. Which feathered creature was it?
Answers:
1) Nat King Cole. The Nat King Cole Show debuted November 5, 1956.
2) Eating woodpecker flesh was a big no-no.
1) Who was the first African-American to host a network television show?
2) In ancient Rome, eating the meat of a particular fowl was taboo. Which feathered creature was it?
Answers:
1) Nat King Cole. The Nat King Cole Show debuted November 5, 1956.
2) Eating woodpecker flesh was a big no-no.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) On this date in 1955, the television staple "Gunsmoke" premiered. How long of a run did it have?
2) If you suffer from androphobia, just what is it that gives you the heebie jeebies?
Answers:
1) 20 years
2) Men
1) On this date in 1955, the television staple "Gunsmoke" premiered. How long of a run did it have?
2) If you suffer from androphobia, just what is it that gives you the heebie jeebies?
Answers:
1) 20 years
2) Men
Tuesday, September 09, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Q: Sept. 9, 1890 was a sad day for chickens... why?
A: Col Harland Sanders was born
A: Col Harland Sanders was born
Friday, September 05, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) What percent of the average human brain is comprised of water?
2) One of the most revered women in the world died this date in 1997. She's so beloved, she's even a candidate for sainthood. Who was she?
Answers:
1) 80%
2) Mother Teresa
1) What percent of the average human brain is comprised of water?
2) One of the most revered women in the world died this date in 1997. She's so beloved, she's even a candidate for sainthood. Who was she?
Answers:
1) 80%
2) Mother Teresa
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) How many food ads air every hour during children's television programs?
2) What food contains the greatest amount of fiber?
3) Which major North American city was founded this date in 1769?
4) To meet the demand from vending machine operators, many Susan B. Anthony dollars were minted. How many?
Answers:
1) 10
2) Figs. They have the highest dietary fiber content of any fruit, nut or vegetable.
3) Los Angeles
4) 37,000,000
1) How many food ads air every hour during children's television programs?
2) What food contains the greatest amount of fiber?
3) Which major North American city was founded this date in 1769?
4) To meet the demand from vending machine operators, many Susan B. Anthony dollars were minted. How many?
Answers:
1) 10
2) Figs. They have the highest dietary fiber content of any fruit, nut or vegetable.
3) Los Angeles
4) 37,000,000
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) Born this date in 1923 was the creator of the Beetle Bailey and Hi and Lois comic strips. Who was it?
2) Who was the first president to be born in the twentieth century?
3) Which river basin has evidence of the earliest human cultures in Europe?
4) What musical group proclaimed "Rock and Roll Is Here to Stay"?
Answers:
1) Mort Walker
2) John F. Kennedy
3) The Danube
4) Danny and the Juniors in February 1958
1) Born this date in 1923 was the creator of the Beetle Bailey and Hi and Lois comic strips. Who was it?
2) Who was the first president to be born in the twentieth century?
3) Which river basin has evidence of the earliest human cultures in Europe?
4) What musical group proclaimed "Rock and Roll Is Here to Stay"?
Answers:
1) Mort Walker
2) John F. Kennedy
3) The Danube
4) Danny and the Juniors in February 1958
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
Alan Rock's Trivia
Questions:
1) On this date in 1666, things got hot in London. What happened?
2) The Renaissance began in which country?
3) In what year was Germany formally organized as a modern nation?
Answers:
1) September 2, 1666 was the first day of the Great Fire of London, which destroyed some 13,000 homes in three days.
2) Italy
3) 1871
1) On this date in 1666, things got hot in London. What happened?
2) The Renaissance began in which country?
3) In what year was Germany formally organized as a modern nation?
Answers:
1) September 2, 1666 was the first day of the Great Fire of London, which destroyed some 13,000 homes in three days.
2) Italy
3) 1871
Alan Rock's Trivia (for 9/1/08)
Questions:
1) September 1, 1985 marks the date of a momentous discovery at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. What was it?
2) Why did Dr. Seuss write "Green Eggs and Ham"?
Answers:
1) That was the day the wreck of the Titanic was located.
2) His editor dared him to write a book using fewer than fifty different words.
1) September 1, 1985 marks the date of a momentous discovery at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. What was it?
2) Why did Dr. Seuss write "Green Eggs and Ham"?
Answers:
1) That was the day the wreck of the Titanic was located.
2) His editor dared him to write a book using fewer than fifty different words.
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