Alan Rock's Trivia!

Questions:

1) Mao Tse Tung never brushed his teeth. Why?

2) What two letters were the last to be accepted into the English alphabet?

3) How many wives did Brigham Young have?

Answers:

1) Many Chinese of Mao's generation didn't brush their teeth. He argued, "Why brush? Does a tiger brush his teeth?"

2) "j" and "u."

3) Brigham Young had 27 wives.

Alan Rock's Trivia!

Questions:

1) At which university do art school graduates get their diplomas then promptly leap into a fountain?

2) What do the earth's continents have in common?

Answers:

1) NYU

2) The first letter of every continent's name is the same as the last letter: e.g., America, Antarctica, Europe,
Asia, Australia, Africa

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q: Whats the life span of a red blood cell?
A: Each red blood cell lives an average of 4 months and travels between the lungs and other tissues 75,000 times before returning to the bone marrow to die.

Q: On May 14, 1904, the Olympic Games opened for the first time ever in the U.S. in which city?
A: St. Louis MO

Q: May 14, 1936, Walden Cassotto was born in the Bronx. As singer we knew him as?
A: Bobby Darin. His hits were "Splish Splash," "Dream Lover," and "Mack the Knife." His first recording, "Early in the Morning," was release twice, using the group names the Ding Dongs and the Rinky Dinks.

Q: What was the first product to have a bar code?
A: Wrigley's gum.

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q: What's the total of the numbers on a roulette wheel?
A: If you add the numbers on a roulette wheel (1 to 36), the total is the mystical number 666, often associated with the Devil

Q: How many varieties of apples are there?
A: There are more than 7,000 varieties of apples grown in the world. The apples from one trill can fill 20 boxes ever year.

Q: He died on May 13, 1961. He starred in High Noon, Vera Cruz, and Love in the Afternoon . Who was he?
A: Gary Cooper

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q: How many Best Actress Oscars did Katherine Hepburn win?
A: Four; Morning Glory, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, The Lion in Winter, and On Golden Pond

Q: Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, was born on May 12, 1820. Why did they call her "Lady with the Lamp?"
A: Florence carried a pet owl everywhere she went.

Q: Henry Ford sued the Chicago Tribune for $1 million for calling him an "anarchist" on May 12, 1919. Ford won the suit and was awarded how much for damages?
A: Six cents

Q: On May 12, 1932, a new character, Dippy Dawg, appeared in the cartoon "Mickey's Revue" by Walt Disney. Later, Disney changed this characters name to what?
A: Goofy

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. On May 11, 1997, a computer did something it had never done before. What?
A: IBM's Deep Blue super computer beat world champion chess player Gary Kasparov. The first chess computer to beat a world chapion player.

2. In what country was the car invented and first became a reality?
A: France. The U.S. created the "assembly line" method of producing cars.

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. May 8, 1996, At Jacob's Pharmacy in Atlanta, John Pemberton made the first batch of a new health tonic flavored with coca leaves. The mixture flopped as a tonic, but did pretty well as a soft drink. What do we call it?
A: Coca-Cola

2. In May 8, 1984, during the final season of a popular ABC-TV show, an wpisode aired in which two characters got married. Who -- and who?
A Joanie and Chachi got married on "Happy Days".

3. On May 8, 1945 was a special day in history, what happened?
A: World War 2 ended in Europe. Technicians at the History Channel immediately began editing the war for TV.

Alan Rock;s Trivia Teaser

Q: Packy West was the name adopted for this star's short term as a boxer. He became famous for a different stage name. Who was it?
A: He was adored as Bob Hope

Q: Which major-league pitcher once struck out five batters in one inning?
A: Joe Niekro in a 1977 Houston Astros exhibition game. Hard-to-catch knuckle ball third strikes got by his catcher twice, allowing two runners to reach bade and five strike outs.

Today's Trivia Teasers

Q: On May 6, 1954, an Englishman named Roger Bannister did something no one had ever done before. What did he do?
A: He ran a mile under 4 minutes (3:59:4)

Q: When he was 21, George Clooney took a shot at acting after blowing a try-out doing what?
A: He tried out for a center field slot on the Cincinnati Reds

Q:England's Famous "One Penny Black", was issued on May 6, 1840. What was it?
A: The worlds first postage stamp.

Q: On May 6, 1889, what world renown landmark was officially opened to the public?
A: Eiffel Tower

Todays Trivia Teasers

Q: He was born on May 5, 1943; he appeared in Life of Brian, A Fish Called Wanda, and American Friends. Who is he?
A: Monty Python star- Michael Palin

Q: What University became the first college to award athletic scholarships to women?
A: University of Miami (May 5, 1973)

Q: Who was the First American in outer space?
A: Alan Shepard (May 5, 1961), the entire flight was only 15minutes; no time for Tang.

Q: How many times have the average middle age person walked around the world in steps?
A: Three Times, about 75000 miles, just doing regular duties.

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. Which age group spends the most time reading: (a) those ages 65 up; (b) those under 25; or (c) those ages 25 to 65?
A: Those 65 and older read an average of 77 minutes a day. Those under 25 read the least, only 24 minutes a day.

2. Who was known as The "father of public education in America"?
A: Horace Mann, was born May 4, 1796. At one time he was the most influential person in public schools, but that title now belongs to the inventor of the odor-free gym locker.

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: On May 1, 1884, construction began on the world's first skyscraper--the 100-story Home Insurance Complany Building. In what city was it located in?
A1: Chicago

Q2: On the Batman television show of the 1960's, who was the villian Egghead played by?
A2: Vincent Price

Q3: What is the birthstone and flower for May?
A3: The emerald and Lily

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. On Apr. 30, 1947, the Hoover Dam became the Hoover Dam again. For a while it was known as--?
A: The Boulder Dam

2. On Apr. 30, 1952, "Queen For A Day", debuted on Mutual Radio where each day the woman with the saddest hard-luck story was crowned queen. The first Queen for a Day was Mrs. Evelyn Lane. Who was the show's host?
A: Jack Bailey

3. Apr. 30, 1952, the first toy was advertised on television, wahat was it?
A: Mr. Potato Head

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. A U.S. lieutenant barely missed winning a gold medal in the 1912 Olympic decathlon and advanced to become a U.S. general. Name him:
A: The Olympic close-comer was George S. Patton (1885-1945)

2. Who was the first U.S. president to be awarded a Noble Peace Prize?
A: Theodore Roosevelt, out 26th president, was awarded the prize in 1906 for mediating in the Russo-Japanese War.

3. A noted North Carolina school bore the title of Trinity College until 1925. What is its current name?
A: Trinity College is not Duke University

4. Who was the only U.S. president to enter and complete his term as a bachelor?
A: Our only full-term bachelor was James Buchanan our 15th president.

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. Jay Leno went ten years without having a guest host his "Tonight" show. Who was his first guest host?
A: Katie Couric

2. What was the shortest war on record?
A: Between Britain and Zanzibar in 1896, lasted 38 minutes

3. What is Little Red Riding Hood's given name?
A: Blanchette

4. Packy West was the name adopted for this star's short term as a boxer. He became a famed stage and screen star. What was his stage name?
A: He was adored as Bob Hope.

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: In the original Olympics, not all Greek runners were totally naked. What did some of them wear?
A1: Shoes

Q2: Who is the only heavyweight champion who retired undefeated, with a perfect record, unbeated in 49 pro fight?
A2: Rocky Marciano

Q3: On April 27, 1981, former Beatle Ringo Starr married an actress. Do you remember her name?
A3: Barbara Bach

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. April 24, 1990 was a big day in space. What happened?
A: The Hubble Telescope was launched.

2. The Barbie doll got her first car in 1962? What kind was it?
A: A coral Austin Healy made by the Irwin Corporation for Mattel.

3. Who was the only U.S. president to have a Ph. D in political science?
A: Woodrow Wilson

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: On April 23, 2007, the first president of the Russian Federation died. What was his name?
A1: Boris Yeltsin

Q2: On April 23, 1789, President-elect and Mrs. George Washington moved into America's first Executive Mansion. Can you name it?
A2: the Franklin House in New York

Q3: James Buchanan, the 15th U.S. President, was born on April 23, 1791. What was his hobby?
A3: Crocheting

Today's Trivia Teasers

Q: Born on Apr 22, 1937. Actor Jack Nicholson. Can you the 1975 movie for which he wont the Best Actor Oscar?
A: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Q: How many stars of the movie "Rebel Without A Case" died from unnatural causes?
A: Four: Natalie Wood drowned, James Dean, auto accident; Nick Adams, drug overdose; Sal Mineo; murdered

Q:What was Aaron Spelling's first TV series as a writer-producers?
A: "Johnny Ringo" in 1959

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: Before landing a role on T.V. in 1978, what was Tony Danza's profession?
A1: Boxer

Q2: Actor Tony Danza was born in April 21, 1951. In which T.V. show did he play Tony Micelli?
A2: "Who's the Boss"

Q3: On April 21, 1962, the world's first revolving restaurant opened in what U.S. city?
A3: Seattle

Q4: Of all the U.S. "welfare" recipients, 66% have one thing in common, what is it?
A4: They're too young to vote.

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. On April 20, 2008 Danica Patrick became the first female driver to win an Indy car race. Which race did she win?
A: The Indy Japan 300

2. Who was the first world leader to send an e-mail?
A: Queen Elezabeth II

3. What modern-day assignment has the Cathoril Church given the Virgin Mary?
A: Patron saint of aircraft

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: Danica Patrick became the first female driver to win an Indy car race. What race did she win?
A1: The Indy Japan 300

Q2: Who was the first world leader to send an e-mail?
A2: Queen Elizabeth II

Q3: What modern-day assignment has the Catholic Church given the Virgin Mary?
A3: Patron Saint of aircraft

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. Actor Larry Linville died on April 10, 2000. What was the name of the character he played on the TV series MASH?
A: Frank Burns

2. What annexation of foreign land was signed by President William McKinley on July 7,1898?
A: On that date, Hawaii was annexed.

3. How large is the Taylor-Burton diamond?
A: The Taylor-Burton diamond is a dazzling 69.42-carat pear-shaped diamond. Cartier bought the diamond at auction. Screen actor Richard Burton bought the rare stone the very next day for his wife, Elizabeth Taylor, an avid collector of diamond jewelry.

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: What was the name of the famed plane Charles Lindbergh flew during his solo flight from New York to Paris in 1927?
A1: Spirit of St. Louis

Q2: Who did the U.S. make an honorary citizen on April 9, 1963?
A2: Sir Winston Churchill

Q3: In the film, "The Right Stuff", who was test-pilet Chuck Yeager played by?
A3: Sam Shepard

Q4: Who did Prince Charles of England marry on April 9, 2005?
A4: Camilla Parker-Bowles

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. Which food product was patented on April 8, in 1873?
A: Margarine

2. What actress, who was born April 8, 1893. Was known as "America's Sweetheart"?
A: Mary Pickford

3. Which of the Grimm's fairy tales is believed to have some basis in historical fact?
A: The Pied Piper

4. You are suffering from peladophobia. Do you have an unnatural fear of what?
A: You're afraid of bald people. (No, the fear of becoming bald is called phalacrophobia.)

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: On April 7, 1970, John Wayne won his first and only one of these on this day.
A1: He won his only Oscar

Q2: On April 7, 1952, what show became America's #1 T.V. show?
A2: "I Love Lucy"

Q3: What was James Garner's first film?
A3: "Joan of Arc", playing a peasant. It would be six years before his next role

Q4: What famous singer was born, Eleanora Fagan on April 7, 1915?
A4: Billie Holiday

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: The first version of a Cinderella story appeared in what country?
A1: China

Q2: What do grunt, slump and pandowdy have in common?
A2: Grunt, slump, pandowdy, and cobbler are all desserts made with stewed fruit or fresh fruit, topped with dumplings or biscuits.

Q3: The first U.S. Congress met on March 4, 1789, declaring the COnstitution as being in effect. In what city did this historic event take take place?
A3: Federal Hall in New York City

Q4: On April 6, 1909, the first man stood at the north pole. What was his name?
A4: Robert Peary

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. On April 3, 1953, something happened that TV viewers appreciated. What?
A: The first issue of TV Guide was published.

2. For which of her films did actress Doris Day also write the music and lyrics?
A: "Please Don't Eat the Daisies" in 1960

3. On April 3, 1960, The Paul Winchell Show last aired on ABC-TV. The ventriloquist's dummy partner's name was Jerry Mahoney. Later, Winchell invented something; what was it?
A: History's first artificial heart.

Today's Trivia Teaser

Q: He was called the world greatest lover. He was born April 2, 1725. His name was...?
A: Casanova

Q: What animal did Lewis and Clark find during their exploration and send back to Jefferson as a pet?
A: Prairie dog

Q: Where was Christopher Columbus originally from?
A: Italy

Q: Who wrote the original draft of the Declaration of Independence?
A: Thomas Jefferson

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. Actress Ali McGraw was born on April 1, 1938. Can you name the movie actor she married in 1973 and divorced in 1978?
A: Steve McQueen

2. What film was actress Ali MacGraw nominated for a Best Actress Oscar for her role?
A: "Love Story," 1970

3. Which computer company first reached $1-billion in annual sales?
A: Apple, 1982

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: March 31, 1889, was abig day in Paris. What happened?
A1: The Effiel Tower opened

Q2: Today's Al Gore's birthday. What do you think his favorite comic strip is?
A2: Doonesbury

Q3: What is the shortest complete senetence in the English sentence?
A3: "I am."

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: On March 30, 1867, Secretary of State William H. Seward purchased something for 7.2 million, a move refereed to by the media as "Seward's Folly." What was it?
A1: Alaska was purchased from Russia-- for only 2 cents an acre!

Q2: On March 30, 1964 , the TV game show "Jeopardy" debuted on NBC. Who was the host?
A: Art Flemming

Q3: What was Amerigo Vespucci, the man from whose name "America" came, known for?
A3: Map making

Q4: On March 30, 1842, Dr. Crawford Long became the first physician to do what?
A4: Use anesthetic (ether) in surgery.

Alan Rock's Trivia, March 11, 2009

Q: School teacher Patty Smith Hill wrote the lyrics to what song on March 27, 1868?
A: Happy Birthday to You!

Q: What kind of pet could you have that is 150 years old?
A: A turtle.

Q: This jazz singer, known as "The Divine One," was born on March 27, 1924. Her name?
A: Sarah Vaughan.

Today's Trivia Teaser

Q: How many web pages are there?
A: unknown

Q: Name the Choctaw word for "red man" and you'll have a state's name. What is it?
A: The state is Oklahoma

Q: Which state's name comes for the Latin or Spanish word "mountainous"
A: This is Montana

Q: According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, each year hospital emergency rooms treat 40,000 children for injuries suffered where?
A: Trampolines.

Today's Trivia Teaser

Q: Mar 25, 1970 was a supersonic day. What happened?
A: First supersonic flight of the Concorde jetliner.

Q: Other than being a sports commentator, what was Howard Cosell's other occupation?
A: A lawyer; a really scary combination

Q: Which state's name is an Algonquin term meaning "river of the big canoes"
A: This is the source of Missouri's name

Today's Trivia Teasers

Q: On Mar 24, 1989, what happened to make this a bad day for Alaska?
A: The Exxon Valdez ran aground, spilling an estimated 11.2 million gallons of oil, polluting 500 miles of pristine coastline.

Q: From the movies, who said "A boy's best friend is his mother"?
A: Anthony Perkins, as Norman Bates, in the film "Psycho"

Q: Who was the first black actress to win an Oscar in the leading role for her work?
A: Halle Berry for "Monster's Ball"

Q: Which state's name is form the Mohican and the other Algonquin tribal words for "Long river place"?
A: Connecticut

Alan Rock's Trivia

1. On Mar 23, 1985 a famous singer married a famous model. Who -- and who?
A: Billy Joel married Christie Brinkley (Divorced 1994)

2. Actress Amanda Plummer's father is actor Christopher Plummer. Who is her actress mother?
A: Tammy Grimes

3. One state's name is the Spanish word for "snow-clad". What is it?
A: The Spanish word for "snow-clad" is "nevada".

Alan Rock's Trivia, March 11, 2009

Q: Director Spike Lee started out as a writer. What did he write?
A: Advertising copy.

Q: Why was March 20, 1914 a big day for winter sports?
A: It marked the first international figure skating championship (New Haven, CT).

Todays Trivia Teasers

Q: On Mar 19, 1931, in an effort to ease the hard times of the Great Depression, what did the Nevada Legislature do?
A: They voted to legalize gambling

Q: On Mar 19, 1953, what was so special about The Academy Awards ceremony?
A: It was televised for the first time with proceedings in Hollywood and New York. "The Greatest Show on Earth", named best picture of 1952; John Ford won as best director for "The Quiet Man"; Gary Cooper won best actor for "High Noon", while Shirley Booth received best actress for "Come Back, Little Sheba".

Q: She was born March 19, 1936. She appeared in Dr. No, Whats New Pussycat, and Clash of the Titans. Her name is?
A: Ursula Andress

Today's Trivia Teasers

Q: Who was the only U.S. President to serve two NON-consecutive terms?
A: Grover Cleveland, her was born March 18, 1837. Between his two terms there was an intermission- during which refreshments were served.

Q: Howard Hughes paid $23 million for which major Los Angeles movie studio, on March 18, 1954?
A: RKO Pictures, today wouldn't even buy him a DVD recorder and Kobe Bryant.

Q: This date, March 18, 1850, was an important day for travelers. Why?
A: American Express travelers checks were first issued.

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: What is the population of Ireland?
A1: Just under 6 million

Q2: How did St. Patrick go to Ireland in the first place?
A2: At the age of 16, he was kidnapped by pirates and taken to Ireland. Six years later he escaped to France. When he was 47 the church dent Bishop Patrick back to Ireland.

Q3: Who starred in the first Western Movie?
A3: Buffalo Bill Cody

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: What was Peter, Paul and Mary's only #1 song?
A1: "Leavin' On a Jet Plane"

Q2: The "Freedom Journal" was first published on March 16th, 1827 in New York. What was special about the newspaper?
A2: It was the first black newspaper in America

Q3: What U.S. Military Academy first opened on March 16th, 1802?
A3: West Point

Alan Rock's Trivia!

Questions:

1) On this date in 2002, Fox aired a show called "Celebrity Boxing." Tonya Harding defeated her opponent. Who was she?

2) Scientist, Joseph Priestly, was born this date in 1733. He was notable for identifying what element?

3) How does the giraffe clean his/her ears?

Answers:

1) Paula Jones

2) Oxygen

3) Giraffes use their 21-inch long tongues to clean their hard-to-reach ears.

Alan Rock's Trivia!

Questions:

1) Juliette Gordon Low founded the Girl Scouts this date in 1912. What were the Girl Scouts originally called?

2) Name the Five Great Lakes.

3) The Republic of Zimbabwe was previously known as _______ ?


Answers:

1) The "Girl Guides"

2) Surely you were taught the handy mnemonic device: H.O.M.E.S.: Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior.

3) Rhodesia

Alan Rock's Trivia, March 11, 2009

Q: Born on March 11, 1885, he was the first man to drive a car faster than 300 mph. Who was he?
A: Sir Malcolm Campbell.

Q: Who originally held the patent for stand-up advertising cards on restaurant tables?
A: Lawrence Welk.

Q: What famed jazz songstress was known as the "First Lady of Song"?
A: Ella Fitzgerald (1917-1996).

Alan Rock's Trivia!

Questions:

1) Harry Houdini received a patent for this in 1921. What was it?

2) Who was famous for saying, "Mr. Watson, come here. I want you."?

3) The USS Constitution was launched in Boston in 1797. A famed poet gave the ship a popular nickname. What was it?

4) Sharon Stone was born on this date in 1958. What was the 1995 movie that earned here a Golden Globe award for Best Actress?

Answers:

1) A diving suit

2) Alexander Graham Bell to his assistant, in the very first telephone conversation.

3) "Old Ironsides"

4) Casino

Alan Rock's Trivia!

Questions:

1) Where can you visit the largest, most comprehensive art museum in the world?

2) On this date in 1969, CBS cancelled "The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour," concerned that while the irreverent and sometimes controversial show enjoyed high ratings, the network essentially bowed to corporate pressure. It was replaced by another comedy/variety show. What was it?

3) If you are an "eriff," how old are you?


Answers:

1) That would be the Metroploitan Museum of Art in New York. It was founded in 1870.

2) The Smothers Brothers' show was replaced by "Hee Haw."

3) That would mean you are a two year old canary.

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: On MAR 6th, 1948, Florence Hubbard of Chicage won $22,000 in prizes for identifying "The Walking Man". Who was the "Walking Man"?
A1: Jack Benny

Q2: On MAR 6, 1925, the first packaged frozen food appeared in Springfield, MA. Who invented the "deep-feeze"process?
A2: Clarence Birdseye

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: Alexander Graham Bell was on born on MAR 3, 1847. Where was he born?
A1: Edinburgh, Scotland

Q2: What was the first jazz recording to sell a million copies?
A2: Cab Calloway, "Minnie the Moocher"

Q3: On MAR 3, 1879, Belva Ann Lockwood became the first woman to do what?
A3: Argue a case before the Supreme Court and she was also the first female presidential candidate.

Alan Rock's Trivia

Q1: Which state first ratified the U.S. Bill of Rights on MAR 2, 1939?
A1: Massachusetts in 1939. Most states ratified it on 1789, but Massachusetts waited 150 years to let the controversy die down.

Q2: Who was the only person ever elected governor of two states?
A2: Sam Houston. He was elected governor of both Tennessee and Texas.

Q3: Which Weekly magazine appeared for the first time on MAR 2, 1923.
A3: Time Magazine.

Alan Rock's Trivia! (for Feb. 27)

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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"

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%

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.

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.

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