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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Saturday, October 02, 2021 - 9:15 am 
Good morning and happy Saturday!
Answers:
61. In the game Blackjack, the dealer normally has to hit until they have how many points? 17 (WTG OG)
62. What restaurant chain takes its name from the Japanese for "safflower," for the flower that its founder's father, Yunosuke Aoki, found in the rubble of Tokyo in 1945?
63. In dinnerware, fine porcelain is often called “china,” because that’s where the process was invented. But it was English potters in the 1700s who began adding the ash of what material to their china to make it stronger? Benihana
64. J. M. W. Turner was known as the Painter of Light, until what American painter self-described with that term and trademarked it? Thomas Kinkade (WTG OG)
65. What lubricant was invented in 1872 and named after the German word for “water” combined with the Greek word for “olive oil”? Vasoline (WTG Dean)
66. At age 86, what poet read his poem "The Gift Outright" at JFK's inauguration in 1961? Robert Frost (WTG OG)
67. Singer Carly Simon’s father Richard was/is a well-known name in what industry? publishing (He is the Simon in Simon & Schuster) (WTG Dean)
68. Which two title characters of TV's Friends have names that are also types of animals? Phoebe and Joey (WTG OG)
69. The quote-unquote “strongest girl in the world” lives in Villa Villekulla with her monkey, Mr. Nilsson, and her horse, who is sometimes called Little Old Man. What’s her name? Pippi Longstocking
70. What product was being advertised in the 1972 commercial that popularized the phrase, “I can’t believe I ate the whole thing”? Alka Seltzer (WTG OG)
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Saturday, October 02, 2021 - 9:26 am
New set and good luck!
71. What Mexican city is located directly south of San Diego?
72. If you are a primate with a prehensile tail, it is most likely that you live on what continent?
73. What game, first popularized at an arcade on the Atlantic City boardwalk, was originally 32 feet long and played with metal balls when it was invented in 1907?
74. What calendar was replaced by the Gregorian calendar in 1582?
75. What fictional character—who made her theatrical debut in 1904 and her Broadway debut in 1954—is typically represented on stage only by a small light and the musical accompaniment of an instrument known as a “celesta”?
76. When he chose his papal name in 2013, Pope Francis did something that hadn’t been done since Pope Lando in 914. What was it?
77. What is the last name of the musician notable for, among other things, his appearances on children’s television—Arthur, Sesame Street, and Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood—and for winning the inaugural Fred Rogers Legacy Award?
78. What legendary baseball pitcher got his nickname, according to him, from a contraption he built to let him carry four bags at a time while working as a porter?
79. What is the only whole number whose letters, when spelled out, are in alphabetical order?
80. What coffee drink is a shot or two of espresso with just a dot of foamed milk on top, and gets its name from the Italian for “marked”?
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Saturday, October 02, 2021 - 11:24 am
You didn't answer #62.
71. Tiajuna
72. South America
73. Shuffleboard?
74. Julian
75. Peter Pan
76. Chose a name that hadn't been used before
77. No idea
78. Now I know
79. No idea
80. Now I know
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Deanofwords
Member
09-13-2005
| Saturday, October 02, 2021 - 2:27 pm
71. Tijuana almost got there
72.Asia
73.Shuffleboard
74.Roman
75.Goldiocks?
76. Unique name chosen
80.latte
Have a good weekend
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Saturday, October 02, 2021 - 9:41 pm
Guesses for new set:
71. Tiajuana
72. South America
73. shuffleboard
74. Julian
75. Tinkerbell
76. Chose the name of the venerable St. Francis of Assisi
77. Ma
78. dunno, but probably will know it when I see it
79. this one of those questions a trivia player simply memorizes, and I have forgotten, if I ever knew it
80. using romance language root words, macchiato is all I can come up with, but it probably is correct
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Saturday, October 02, 2021 - 10:14 pm
I'm sorry! 62 was Benihana.
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Sunday, October 03, 2021 - 10:10 am
Good morning and happy Sunday! We just finished our grocery shopping so today is a day of rest.
Answers:
71. What Mexican city is located directly south of San Diego? Tijuana
72. If you are a primate with a prehensile tail, it is most likely that you live on what continent? South America
73. What game, first popularized at an arcade on the Atlantic City boardwalk, was originally 32 feet long and played with metal balls when it was invented in 1907? Skee-Ball
74. What calendar was replaced by the Gregorian calendar in 1582? Julian
75. What fictional character—who made her theatrical debut in 1904 and her Broadway debut in 1954—is typically represented on stage only by a small light and the musical accompaniment of an instrument known as a “celesta”? Tinkerbell (WTG Juju)
76. When he chose his papal name in 2013, Pope Francis did something that hadn’t been done since Pope Lando in 914. What was it? no roman numeral
77. What is the last name of the musician notable for, among other things, his appearances on children’s television—Arthur, Sesame Street, and Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood—and for winning the inaugural Fred Rogers Legacy Award? Ma (Yo-Yo that is) (WTG Juju)
78. What legendary baseball pitcher got his nickname, according to him, from a contraption he built to let him carry four bags at a time while working as a porter? Satchel Paige
79. What is the only whole number whose letters, when spelled out, are in alphabetical order? forty
80. What coffee drink is a shot or two of espresso with just a dot of foamed milk on top, and gets its name from the Italian for “marked”? macchiato (WTG Juju)
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Sunday, October 03, 2021 - 10:24 am
New set and good luck!
81. In 1952, Time picked a “Woman of the Year.” Who was it?
82. What common household pest, also known as a “shepherd spider” or a “harvestman,” is indeed an arachnid but not technically a spider?
83. What candy made its debut in 1912 and was originally marketed with the slogan, “For that stormy breath”?
84. In response to uprisings by King George II’s subjects to the north, an act of Parliament banned what article of clothing for nearly half of the 18th century?
85. What is Tiny Tim's last name in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens?
86. What is the only one-word reply offered by the “Magic 8-Ball”?
87. Three Minnesotans named LaVerne, Maxene, and Patricia sold over 75 million records, appeared in 17 Hollywood films, and had 46 Top Ten hits between 1925 and 1967. What was their last name?
88. Early-to-mid-2000s cell phones were often described as having a “clamshell” design. Motorola is the exception, because they trademarked what term to describe their designs?
89. A standard Lego minifigure is exactly how many bricks tall?
90. According to Casey Kasem's longtime sign-off, what were listeners supposed to do while their feet were on the ground?
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Sunday, October 03, 2021 - 11:28 am
81. Probably the new queen...Elizabeth
82. Daddy longlegs?
83. No idea
84. Kilt?
85. Cratchet
86. Maybe
87. Andrews
88. Flip Phone
89. No idea
90. Dance
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Deanofwords
Member
09-13-2005
| Sunday, October 03, 2021 - 1:36 pm
81.Queen Elizabeth (newly crowned)
84.kilts -had one as a v\very young kid -hated it
85.Crachet 86.I used to have one -cant recall
87.Andrew Sisters
88.flip phones -former clients of mine
89.12?
90.Dance I assume
Have a good week all
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Monday, October 04, 2021 - 8:58 am
Good morning and happy Monday!
Answers:
81. In 1952, Time picked a “Woman of the Year.” Who was it? Queen Elizabeth II
82. What common household pest, also known as a “shepherd spider” or a “harvestman,” is indeed an arachnid but not technically a spider? daddy long legs (WTG OG)
83. What candy made its debut in 1912 and was originally marketed with the slogan, “For that stormy breath”? Life Savers
84. In response to uprisings by King George II’s subjects to the north, an act of Parliament banned what article of clothing for nearly half of the 18th century? kilts
85. What is Tiny Tim's last name in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens? Cratchit
86. What is the only one-word reply offered by the “Magic 8-Ball”? Yes
87. Three Minnesotans named LaVerne, Maxene, and Patricia sold over 75 million records, appeared in 17 Hollywood films, and had 46 Top Ten hits between 1925 and 1967. What was their last name? Andrews
88. Early-to-mid-2000s cell phones were often described as having a “clamshell” design. Motorola is the exception, because they trademarked what term to describe their designs? flip phone
89. A standard Lego minifigure is exactly how many bricks tall? 4
90. According to Casey Kasem's longtime sign-off, what were listeners supposed to do while their feet were on the ground? reach for the stars
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Monday, October 04, 2021 - 9:10 am
New set and good luck!
91. On what part of your body can you find something known as the “vermillion border”?
92. What kind of chili pepper is used to make Tabasco sauce?
93. Mickey Mouse lives in Mouseton, which is usually depicted as being right next door to what other fictional Disney city?
94. Cream cheese and crab-filled wontons were invented in the United States in the 1950s, and not, as one of the dish’s names implies, in what Myanmar city?
95. What unusual flamingo behavior baffles ornithologists, who theorize that it might reduce muscle fatigue or maintain body warmth?
96. Who is the only singer to appear on the Billboard Top 40 chart for singing “The Star-Spangled Banner,” in 1991?
97. Rick Steves' TV work and travel guides focus on visits to which continent?
98. The Heisman Trophy is a 25-pound bronze sculpture modeled after a guy named Ed Smith who played football for NYU. What position did he play?
99. Jimmy Carter installed them on the White House in 1979. Reagan removed them in 1986. George W. Bush reinstalled in 2002, and Obama added more in 2013. What are they?
100. Almost two-thirds of all Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in which U.S. state?
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Monday, October 04, 2021 - 9:27 am
91. No idea
92. A hot one
93. No idea
94. No idea
95. Eating upside-down
96. Whitney Houston
97. Europe
98. Now I know
99. DD guesses solar panels
100. New York
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Deanofwords
Member
09-13-2005
| Monday, October 04, 2021 - 12:10 pm
91.arm?
92.Chipolte
93.Duckville
97.Europe
98.quarterback
99.secret service
100.California
Have a good week all
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Tuesday, October 05, 2021 - 8:55 am
Good morning and happy Tuesday!
Answers:
91. On what part of your body can you find something known as the “vermillion border”? lips
92. What kind of chili pepper is used to make Tabasco sauce? tabasco pepper
93. Mickey Mouse lives in Mouseton, which is usually depicted as being right next door to what other fictional Disney city? Duckburg
94. Cream cheese and crab-filled wontons were invented in the United States in the 1950s, and not, as one of the dish’s names implies, in what Myanmar city? Rangoon
95. What unusual flamingo behavior baffles ornithologists, who theorize that it might reduce muscle fatigue or maintain body warmth? stand on one leg
96. Who is the only singer to appear on the Billboard Top 40 chart for singing “The Star-Spangled Banner,” in 1991? Whitney Houston (WTG OG)
97. Rick Steves' TV work and travel guides focus on visits to which continent? Europe
98. The Heisman Trophy is a 25-pound bronze sculpture modeled after a guy named Ed Smith who played football for NYU. What position did he play? running back
99. Jimmy Carter installed them on the White House in 1979. Reagan removed them in 1986. George W. Bush reinstalled in 2002, and Obama added more in 2013. What are they? solar panels (WTG OG)
100. Almost two-thirds of all Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in which U.S. state? Delaware
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Tuesday, October 05, 2021 - 9:04 am
New set and good luck!
1. Two of the five boroughs of New York City are located on Long Island. What are they?
2. Marmalade is different from jam because it contains… what?
3. NBC has run a series of public service announcements since 1989, featuring such celebrities as Joan Rivers, Bill Clinton, Amy Poehler, and Questlove. What words appear on the screen at the end of each of these PSAs?
4. What two-word phrase is Latin for “great work”?
5. Kelly green, brown, and white are the most common colors of what found material, which may take between five and 100 years to acquire its characteristic texture and shape, and which collectors say is becoming harder and harder to find?
6. The easternmost point in Canada is Cape Spear. On what Canadian island is it located?
7. The "quarter" in the quarter horse breed refers to a quarter of what?
8. According to This Old House, if you live in a rural area of a northern state or Canada and you have a lilac bush in your yard, there’s a good chance what kind of structure once stood nearby?
9. What is the most common method of murder throughout Agatha Christie’s novels?
10. Section 14.3.1 of the WBC Rules and Regulations states that the milk beverage should have “a good color contrast definition, balance in the cup, symmetrical design and a smooth, and possibly glossy/glass-like sheen.” What does “WBC” stand for?
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Tuesday, October 05, 2021 - 10:25 am
i. Now I know
2. Peelings from an orange
3. No idea
4. Now I know
5. Tweed?
6. Nova Scotia
7. Thoroughbred/Quarter of a mile
8. Outhouse
9. Poison
10. No idea
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Deanofwords
Member
09-13-2005
| Tuesday, October 05, 2021 - 11:50 am
2.skin peelings of citrus fruit used to make it like grapefruit, orange etc
6.Nerwfoundland is the furthest east island/province of Canada -a friend just posted pics from there
8.Outhouse
9.murder by poison
10.World Beauty Cow
Happy Tuesday all
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, October 06, 2021 - 8:29 am
Good morning and happy Wednesday!
Answers:
1. Two of the five boroughs of New York City are located on Long Island. What are they? Brooklyn and Queens
2. Marmalade is different from jam because it contains… what? peel
3. NBC has run a series of public service announcements since 1989, featuring such celebrities as Joan Rivers, Bill Clinton, Amy Poehler, and Questlove. What words appear on the screen at the end of each of these PSAs? "The more you know"
4. What two-word phrase is Latin for “great work”? Magnum Opus
5. Kelly green, brown, and white are the most common colors of what found material, which may take between five and 100 years to acquire its characteristic texture and shape, and which collectors say is becoming harder and harder to find? sea glass
6. The easternmost point in Canada is Cape Spear. On what Canadian island is it located? Newfoundland (WTG Dean)
7. The "quarter" in the quarter horse breed refers to a quarter of what? fastest quarter of a mile (WTG OG)
8. According to This Old House, if you live in a rural area of a northern state or Canada and you have a lilac bush in your yard, there’s a good chance what kind of structure once stood nearby? outhouse
9. What is the most common method of murder throughout Agatha Christie’s novels? poisoning
10. Section 14.3.1 of the WBC Rules and Regulations states that the milk beverage should have “a good color contrast definition, balance in the cup, symmetrical design and a smooth, and possibly glossy/glass-like sheen.” What does “WBC” stand for? World Barista Championship
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, October 06, 2021 - 8:43 am
New set and good luck!
11. What soup—a cornerstone of Italian cuisine—has a name that translates literally to “that which is served”?
12. According to Wisconsin tradition, what snack food is served as a garnish with beer cheese soup?
13. Three British brothers all became famous in the 20th century. One directed the 1983 movie Gandhi. The second produced the Life series for the BBC. And the third was president of the Italian car company Alfa Romeo. What is their last name?
14. A condiment made in Pennsylvania has been sold under what name since 1940?
15. The United States imports 49% of its oil from what country?
16. Sailboat races have a fancy name that comes from an old Venetian term that means “a contest of mastery.” What is a sailboat race called?
17. What river are you overlooking if you are visiting Windsor Castle?
18. What women’s magazine originally had a three-word title, ending with “of Hollywood”?
19. Billie Jean King won the “Battle of the Sexes.” Who did she beat in that tennis match?
20. What escaped from a South American research facility in 1957 and promptly moved north, becoming a highly publicized health crisis in the U.S. in 1990?
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