Ann B. Davis Number 9 Popular Culture Tournament

Ann B. Davis Number 9 Popular Culture Tournament Tossups for Northwestern B by Kate Rigot, Vishal Saxena and Anthony Walters with Additional material by Unfortunately, Jim Named this Team

FIRST PERIOD – Jackpot scoring in effect

1. The hero's origins are remarkably simple. Slipping on a banana peel at police headquarters, he shattered his spine and was rebuilt with the latest in mechanical (*) technology, much to the chagrin of The Chief. His arch-rival, Dr. Claw, ends each episode with a vow of revenge, if not a violent blow against his pet Mad Cat. If he only knew that his schemes were truly being foiled by Penny and her loyal dog Brain. For 10 points--give the 1980s cartoon show named for a clumsy mechanical hero, who called upon his abilities with the phrase "Go go!" Answer: Inspector Gadget

2. Runner-up for Mr. Football in his native Ohio in 1999, this PE major from Findlay chose to play in Oxford because of the possibility of starting as a freshman (*), which he did, setting Mid-American records for passing yards and TD passes for a freshman. Also a noted pooch punter, he came into his own in 2003 as his Redhawks compiled a 13-1 record, beating Bowling Green in the MAC title game. For 10 points--identify this Miami quarterback who led his team to a victory over Louisville in the 2003 GMAC Bowl. Answer: Ben Roethlisberger (ROTH-liss-burger)

3. The voice of Clifford on the PBS animated series, he received two out of his seven total Emmy nominations for this role. (*) An extremely versatile actor, he played a clergyman on both The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Waltons and won an Emmy nomination for his work on Ally McBeal. For 10 points--name this star, famous for his role as Jack Tripper, who in September 2003 tragically died of an aortic dissection. Answer: John Ritter

4. Mick Jagger has a cameo as a drag queen in this movie which opens in a German cabaret bar. (*) Directed by Sean Mathias, the director's boyfriend Ian McKellen also has a cameo appearance as Uncle Freddie. Clive Owen plays Max, a concentration camp prisoner given a yellow star, and Lothaire Blutheau plays Horst, a prisoner given a pink triangle in--for 10 points--what 1997 movie based on the play of the same name by Martin Sherman. Answer: Bent

5. Based on a 1928 novel by Yevgeniy Petrov and Ilya Ilf, this 1970 film features a cameo by director Mel Brooks. (*) The cast included the talents of Dom DeLuise and Frank Langella, and the soundtrack included the Brooks-penned song "Hope for the Best, Expect the Worst." Ron Moody plays a former Russian noble in--for 10 points--what film which follows Ippolit Vorobyaninov's pursuit of a set of dining room chairs into which is sown his family's fortune. Answer: The Twelve Chairs

6. The breakaway version of this game plays on a three-dimensional grid. If a word contains the bonus cube, a (*) player gets an extra five points in addition to the regular word score equal to the number of letters in the word minus two. Of course, if more than one player has found the same word, then neither can count that word towards his or her score. In King of the Hill, Peggy wins the state title in--for 10 points--what shakable word-search game from Parker Brothers. Answer: Boggle 7. The video for her debut single "Caught Out There" features the singer beating her significant other, (*) and the screamed chorus of "I hate you/so much/right now" was one of the hip-hop anthems of 1999. Featured in Ol' Dirty Bastard's Got Your Money, her idiosyncratic personal and musical style has drawn her a great deal of attention in the mainstream music media. For 10 points--name this hip-hop songstress responsible for the 2003 top 5 single, Milkshake. Answer: Kelis Rogers

SECOND PERIOD – Unlimited Guessing on Completed Tossups

8. Their name literally means "Victory Rose" but their true namesake is the lead singer's sister. Their first single from their second album, Ágætis Byrjun (*) (ah-GAY-tiss beer-YOON), ultimately made it into the soundtrack for Vanilla Sky. Their most recent album is untitled, with lyrics entirely in lead singer Jónsi (Yon-see) Birgisson's made-up language Hopelandic. For 10 points--identify this Icelandic prog- rock band whose untitled album is usually represented by a set of empty parentheses. Answer: Sigur Rós

9. The role played by Catherine Hicks was originally supposed to be played by Eddie Murphy, while Jane Wiedlin plays Trillya. The (*) credits contain a dedication to the crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger, saying their "courageous spirit shall live into the 23rd century and beyond." Marking Leonard Nimoy's film directorial debut, it also ends the story line that begin in Wrath of Khan. For 10 points--what film follows the crew of the Enterprise back to 1986 to save humpback whales. Answer: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (prompt on "Voyage Home")

10. Created by Karen Wickre and Tom Rielly in 1995, it has received the Webby People's Voice Award for best community site. (*) Message boards include "Dishing Divas" and "Bent Lit 101," and other sections feature the comic strip The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green and the movie review section PopcornQ. For 10 points--name this website group which includes kleptomaniac.com, outandabout.com, and gay.com. Answer: planetout.com

11. In Apollo 13, you can hear this band's cover of Blue Moon as the last song being played on the Apollo 13 (*) tape player. Their penchant for covers is not surprising, since their first charting song was a cover of Hank Williams Hey Good Lookin'." Singles like O What a Thrill and All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down were top 20 country hits in the 1990s. For 10 points--name this Florida based band whose top 10 albums include What a Crying Shame and Trampoline. Answer: The Mavericks

12. Based on an original story by Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont, this French film starring Jean Marais and Josette Day (*) as the title characters is best remembered for its dreamlike, surreal, fairy- tale depiction of Marais' character's castle, populated by statues with real eyes and torch-bearing arms that stick out from the wall. For 10 points--identify this classic 1946 film directed by Jean Cocteau (zhan kok- TOE). Answer: La Belle et la bête (accept Beauty and the Beast) 13. One of this actress' earliest roles was as Wilford Brimley's granddaughter in a Quaker Oats commercial, leading to roles as Molly on Day by Day (*) and Taylor Buckman on the TV series Parenthood. Her firing from 1999's Election paved the way for Reese Witherspoon to take the lead, allowing her to mope around as Jane Burnham in American Beauty. For 10 points--name this actress, Scarlett Johansson's partner-in-crime in Ghost World. Answer: Thora Birch

14. This driver was Rookie of the Year in the IRL in 1996 and the Busch Series in 1998. In 1998, he also became the first person to complete the Indianapolis 500 and the (*) Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. However, he's most famous for trying to reach in and pull Kenny Irwin from his car in 1999 and for punching a photographer after the 2002 Brickyard 400. For 10 points--identify this Home Depot driver whose transgressions overshadow his 2002 Winston Cup victory. Answer: Tony Stewart

THIRD PERIOD – No special rules in effect

15. Wishing to marry his new girlfriend, a New York stockbroker goes to Brazil to seek a divorce (*) from his estranged wife only to find her deep in a jungle. Informed that he has a son who is, furthermore, bound for an impending quest to New York, he brings him back home and a culture clash ensues. For 10 points – name this remake of the French film Little Indian, Big City starring Martin Short, Sam Huntington as Mimi-Siku, and Tim Allen. Answer: Jungle 2 Jungle

16. On this TV series, Yanni had a guest appearance as himself in Episode 5. Louis Mandylor's and Michael Constantine's characters Nick and Gus run the family restaurant. (*) Despite a great deal of hype, the series lasted just seven episodes, after a mediocre run on CBS – much to the dismay of the show's creator, who also starred in it. For 10 points--name this show, inspired by a movie that tells the story of Nia Portokalos and her husband. Answer: My Big Fat Greek Life Do Not Accept: My Big Fat Greek Wedding

17. Mired in gambling, debt, and a writer's block, the protagonist must finish his novel in thirty days or (*) be killed by loan sharks. He then hires a stenographer, to whom he dictates his story of a love triangle, but she challenges his ideas at every turn. Her input eventually influences his life, and he soon becomes involved in a love story of his own. For 10 points--identify this 2003 movie starring Kate Hudson and Luke Wilson. Answer: Alex and Emma

18. This mini-series took the Sci-Fi channel to the #1 position in basic cable for an unprecedented two-week period in December 2002. (*) Honored by the American Film Institute and even given a Golden Globe nomination, the 20-hour dramatic series with Matt Frewer and Heather Donahue was watched by over 31 million viewers. For 10 points--name this Steven Spielberg production that tells the story of three families and their roles in the history of alien encounters. Answer: Taken

19. A nine-time All-Star, he was drafted by the White Sox as a starter but was shipped to Pittsburgh when he failed in that role. Signing with the Yankees (*) as a free agent in 1977, he saved all three games of the 1981 Division Series against Milwaukee. Moving on as a free agent to the Padres in 1984, he gave up Kirk Gibson's game-sealing home run in Game 5 of that season's World Series. For 10 points--identify this closer who missed out of Hall induction again in 2004. Answer: Rich "Goose" Gossage 20. The popular high-school protagonist's life is turned around with the arrival of Madison Bell, (*) who tries to seduce the talented college-bound athlete. However, Madison's attempts at winning the protagonist lead to obsession, betrayal, and murder. For 10 points--identify this 2002 movie in which Jesse Bradford plays Ben Cronin, the protagonist who is cyber-stalked by Erika Christensen's Madison. Answer: Swimfan

21. The scene from this 1994 film in which the convoy of Suburbans is attacked is now actually used as a training video in US government agencies (*) as a "what not to do." In the novel version, the story of the Coast Guard cutter is given far more weight, but the film version focuses on the battle between a pair of CIA Deputy Directors, Operations Director Robert Ritter, played by Henry Czerny, vs. Interim Intelligence Director Jack Ryan. For 10 points--name this Harrison Ford film, based upon a 1989 Tom Clancy novel. Answer: Clear and Present Danger

22. His start came in 1975 in the retail industry, selling equipment through major department stores. Later, he became the first recipient of the James Beard Foundation's "Best Television Food Journalism" Award (*), as he created several shows for both cable television and public broadcast. For ten points, name this founder of The Cook's Kitchens, creator and host of A Taste for Travel, Eating Well, Gatherings & Celebrations, and Origins. Answer: Burt Wolf

23. Guy wants to run to watch Will rehearse. (*) Ryan writes his autobiography. Diana gives Kelly her hat. Peter and Jamai play the piano to everybody's delight. There were many hosts, including Carsten Spengemann and Ben Mulroney. The winners of several shows including SuperStar: Pan-Arabic region, "Deutschland sucht den Superstar", and "American Idol: the Search for a Superstar" all came together – For 10 points--to compete for what title? Answer: World Idol

24. Model names start with either a P, a T, or a Z. "T" models are compact and the most common, (*) such as the T68i and the T610, which has a camera and Bluetooth built in. "Z" models are like the "T" models, but are in a "flip" style. "P" models are larger and targeted towards business with PDA features. For 10 points, these three lines describe the American offerings of what London-based cell phone maker, a collaboration between the Japanese and the Swedish. Answer: Sony Ericsson

25. To the eponymous tribe, it's believed to be magical, a cure for "bowel complaints" and "a way to regain strength". (*) It's been used in candy bars, health-food capsules, gums, and syrups, but it's been most successful as the active ingredient in soft drinks, including the since discontinued Pepsi product Josta. For ten points, Kayapo, Kuat, Tropisoda, Antartica and Bawls are all brand names for products from what Brazilian berry? Answer: guaraná Ann B. Davis Number 9 Popular Culture Tournament Tossups for Northwestern B by Kate Rigot, Vishal Saxena and Anthony Walters with Additional material by Unfortunately, Jim Named this Team

1. The Charlotte Bobcats are scouting players for their first pick ever. For 10 points--identify these other players selected first by their expansion teams.

10) In 1995, the Toronto Raptors used the 7th overall pick to select this Arizona 1st Team All-American point guard. Answer: Damon Stoudamire

(10) In 1995, the Vancouver Grizzlies used the 6th overall pick to select this 7'0" Oklahoma State center who turned out to be a big white stiff. Answer: Bryant "Big Country" Reeves

(10) In 1989, the Orlando Magic used the 11th overall pick to select this guard. Magic fans still haven't forgiven him for missing four crucial free throws in Game 1 of the 1995 NBA Finals. Answer: Nick Anderson

2. For 10 points each, answer the following questions about the classic television show Bewitched.

(10) Samantha's powerful mother, she was constantly trying to break up her marriage with "Derwood" Stephens. Answer: Endora

(10) A bumbling, stuttering witch, this favorite aunt of Samantha's is perhaps over 1,000 years old and inadvertently casts random magic spells upon the Stephens household. Answer: Aunt Clara

(10) This incredibly talented director of many episodes, Elizabeth Montgomery's husband, saw it receive nearly two dozen nominations during its brilliant eight-year run. Answer: William Asher

3. Several freshmen are having a big impact this year in NCAA Division I basketball. On a 5-10-15 point basis, identify these "diaper dandies" given the clues.

(5) This forward was the second best player in his recruiting class after LeBron James, but turned down a probable lottery draft pick to play at Duke. Answer: Luol Deng

(10) This forward began his first year at Missouri after leading his native Lithuania to a silver medal at the World Junior Championships. Answer: Linas Kleiza

(15) This forward is averaging a double-double per game. Highly touted coming out of high school, he turned down Duke to stay in his home state and play for Minnesota. Answer: Kris Humphries 4. Name these P.T. Anderson films, given three actors who appeared in them, for 10 points each

(10) Philip Seymour Hoffman, Gwyneth Paltrow, Philip Baker Hall Answer: Hard Eight (or Syndey)

(10) Philip Seymour Hoffman, Tom Cruise, William H. Macy Answer: Magnolia

(10) Philip Seymour Hoffman, Adam Sandler, Emily Watson Answer: Punch-Drunk Love

5. Name the manufacturer from toys, for ten points each.

(10) Magna-Doodle, Power Wheels, Little People Answer: Fisher Price

(10) Micro Machines, Transformers, My Little Pony Answer: Hasbro

(10) iVibe, Triple Ripple, Rabbit Answer: Doc Johnson

6. Given the title of a song, and an artist who recorded a notable cover version, give the original artist for 10 each.

(10) Janis Joplin, "Me and Bobby McGee". Answer: Kris Kristofferson

(10) Joe Cocker, "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood". Answer: Eric Burdon and the Animals

(10) Uncle Kracker, "Drift Away". Answer: Dobie Gray

7. Answer the following about managers replaced by Jack McKeon, for ten points each.

(10) He was almost ready to make something happen, but it took one last hiring - and his demise - to help the Florida Marlins win the '03 series. Answer: Jeff Torborg

(10) The 1986 World Series with the Mets, he went back to his original team, the Reds. He was fired and replaced by McKeon during the 1997 season. Answer: Ray Knight

(10) After being replaced by McKeon with the Oakland A's, he went to manage the Pittsburgh Pirates to their late '70s and early '80s glory days, including the 1979 series win. Answer: Chuck Tanner 8. Name these early pioneers of hip-hop and rap for 10 points each.

(10) The founder of New York's Zulu Nation, this early hip-hop DJ sampled Kraftwerk's Trans-Europe Express for his hit Planet Rock Answer: Afrika Bambaataa or Kevin Donovan

(10) He wrote two novels and a book of poems by age 12, and his fusion of jazz, soul, and spoken word on albums such as The Revolution Will Not be Televized is seen as a precursor to hip-hop. Answer: Gil-Scott Heron

(10) Formed in 1968, and often considered to be the first rap group, songs like Niggas Are Scared of Revolution and White Man's Got a God Complex are considered important protest anthems. Answer: The Last Poets

9. For the stated, identify the type of custard.

(5) Literally meaning "burnt cream," this French chilled, stirred egg custard is often the only reason many people keep a blowtorch in their kitchen. Answer: crème brûlée (krem broo-LAY)

(10) Also known as crème caramel (krem kar-a-MEHL) or crème renversée (krem ren-ver-SAY) , this Spanish egg custard is baked in a caramel-coated mold. Answer: flan (flawn)

(15) This sweet Hawaiian custard or pudding is made from coconut milk and cornstarch. Answer: haupia (HOW-pee-ah)

10. Identify the following Brit-coms for 10 each.

(10) In a pre-Mr. Bean role, Rowin Atkinson was the son of Richard IV in this alternate universe of the Tudor monarchy. Answer: Prince Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh, The Black Adder

(10) In this 1990's Brit-com, Patricia Routledge stars as relentless social climber and prying neighbor Hyacinth Bucket ("no, it's pronounced ‘bouquet!'"). Answer: Keeping Up Appearances

(10) A female clergyman, played by Dawn French, raises eyebrows in a sleepy English town. Answer: The Vicar of Dibley 11. Identify these winners of the Calder Trophy for NHL Rookie of the Year for 10 each.

(10) This Calgary Flame caused a stir in 1990 when he won the award despite being 31 and he had played 11 years in the Soviet league. Answer: Sergei Makarov

(10) This Swedish right-winger was Rookie of the Year in 1996 with the Ottawa Senators. He is currently captain of the Senators. Answer: Daniel Alfredsson

(10) This Bruins left-winger won the 1998 Calder Trophy, one year after leading Team Russia to a bronze medal. Answer: Sergei Samsonov

12. 40-30-20-10-1: Name the TV show:

(40) It aired on American television. (30) "Super pursuit mode" was added for the 4th season. (20) Michael Long, after being shot in the face, underwent plastic surgery and obtained a new identity and a new mission in his life. (10) Michael was all too often irritated by the overprotective Knight Industries Two Thousand, a customized black Pontiac Trans-Am. (1) Michael and his car often rode around at night. Answer: Knight Rider

13. For 10 each--given titles, name the Public Enemy album on which they first appeared.

(10) "Fight the Power", "911 is a Joke", and "Burn, Hollywood, Burn". Answer: Fear of a Black Planet

(10) "Bring the Noise", "Don't Believe the Hype," and "Mind Terrorist". Answer: It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back

(10) "Bring tha Noize" (featuring Anthrax), "By the Time I Get to Arizona", and "Shut ‘Em Down". Answer: Apocalypse 91… The Enemy Strikes Back

14. Name the following NPR hour-long programs, 5-10-15.

(5) Winner of a 1992 Peabody, this show is hosted by brothers Tom and Ray Magliozzi, who end every show with the admonition "Don't drive like my brother!" Answer: Car Talk

(10) A co-production of NPR and WBEZ-Chicago, this current events quiz show is hosted by Peter Sagal and can include Paula Poundstone, Charlie Pierce and Mo Rocca as panelists. Answer: Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!

(15) Hosted by Terry Gross, this Peabody Award-winning weekday interview-based magazine of contemporary arts and issues is one of public radio's most popular programs. Answer: Fresh Air

15. To prove your quietly intimate connection with him, answer the following questions about the children's show Doug, for 10 points each. (10) Doug's best friend is this dog, who in a number of episodes assists Doug in turning the tables against the local bully Roger, despite his rather delicious-sounding moniker. Answer: Porkchop

(10) Doug's blue-green loyal friend, he nonetheless speaks in a nasal voice and makes disturbing honking noises when compressing his nose. Answer: Skeeter

(10) Donning underpants on top of his shorts, this superhero is the creation of Doug's imagination, although in a number of episodes he inspires Doug to overcome his fears. Answer: Quailman

16. Here's a bonus for all the European soccer fans. Given the league and the stadium, identify the team that calls that stadium its home, 5-10-5-10.

(5) English Premier League, Old Trafford Answer: Manchester United (also accept Manchester City)

(10) Dutch Eridivisie (Eh-rih-dih-VIH-see-eh), Amsterdam Arena: Answer: Ajax (aye-ax)

(5) Spanish Primera Liga, Nou Camp (Noo Cahmp): Answer: Barcelona

(10) Scottish Premier League, Ibrox (Eye-brox): Answer: Glasgow Rangers

17. It has been about a month since you've heard these, but try to name this made-for-radio Christmas tunes from lyrics, for the stated number of points.

(5) "Snowin' and blowin' up / Bushels of fun / Now the jingle hop / Has begun" Answer: "Jingle Bell Rock"

(10) "I won't ask for much this Christmas / I won't even wish for snow / I'm just gonna keep on waiting / Underneath the mistletoe / I won't make a list and send it / To the North Pole for Saint Nick" Answer: "All I Want for Christmas (Is You)"

(15) "Come and trim my Christmas tree / With some decorations bought at Tiffany's / I really do believe in you / Let's see if you believe in me" Answer: "Santa Baby" 18. For 10 each--answer the following questions about a character from the cartoon strip Get Fuzzy.

(10) What is the name of Bucky's and Satchel's owner? Answer: Rob Wilco

(10) Rob has a life outside of taking care of his pets... sort of. For his day-job, Rob works in what professional area? Answer: advertising

(10) Based on the sweatshirts he is always wearing, where did Rob attend college? Answer: Lowe Technical

19. For 10 points--identify these female tennis players who have game but are thinking of dabbling in modeling and are dangerously close to becoming the next Anna Kournikova.

(10) This Slovakian has a pretty sweet backhand, but it's her protruding ribs and consequent denials of anorexia that sometimes get the most attention. Answer: Daniela Hantuchova

(10) Like Anna, this athlete is blonde and Russian. However, she has drawn the ire of several other female players for her loud grunting. Answer: Maria Sharapova

(10) She beat Hantuchova at the 2003 French Open, but this young blonde bombshell from Georgia is best known for not having qualms about her midriff-revealing tennis outfits. Answer: Ashley Harkleroad

20. For 10 each--answer the following questions about the classic children's science fiction novel, A Wrinkle in Time.

(10) The novel begins with the arrival of this celestial creature, who amazes Meg Murry with the ability to read her thoughts. Answer: Mrs. Whatsit

(10) Meg's only weapon against the evil that has captured her brother is her ability to love, and with it she is able to overcome this giant pulsating brain that embodies evil. Answer: IT

(10) In 1974, following the immense success of A Wrinkle in Time, Madeleine L'Engle penned this sequel, in which Charles Wallace's mitochondria come under attack by the evil Ecthroi. Answer: A Wind in the Door 21. Name these Smiths songs from lyrics, for 10 each.

(10) "Over the moor, take me to the moor/Dig a shallow grave/And I'll lay me down" Answer: Suffer Little Children

(10) "I am human/And I need to be loved/Just like everybody else does" Answer: How Soon is Now?

(10) "Heavy words are so lightly thrown/But still I'd leap in front of a flying bullet for you" Answer: What Difference Does it Make?

22. You know Barbara Walters, but, for 10 points each, try to name these other women on The View.

(10) The only correspondent to interview O.J. Simpson during his civil trial, this lawyer served as the NBC legal correspondent on Nightly News during the Mike Tyson and Rodney King trials. Answer: Star Jones

(10) Married to an NFL quarterback, she superseded her husband in terms of fame after making a "final four" of her own – in Survivor: The Australian Outback. Answer: Elisabeth Hasselbeck

(10) A fixture on the series Baby Boom, she was one of the judges on Last Comic Standing – but perhaps her most famous role is on stage, where she won plaudits for The Vagina Monologues. Answer: Joy Behar

23. In Top Gun, all of the pilots had cool sounding call signs. Given the actor, identify the call name of his character, 5-5-10-10.

(5) Rick Rossovich Answer: Slider

(5) Tom Skerrit Answer: Viper

(10) Whip Hubley Answer: Hollywood

(10) Tim Robbins Answer: Merlin 24. For the stated, I Love Lucy, but how much do you?

(5) Are you tired, run-down, listless? Do you poop out at parties? Are you unpopular? The answer to all your problems is in this little bottle. Answer: Vitameatavegamin

(10) Name either the actor who played the bumbling landlord Fred or the actress who played his all-too- enterprising wife Ethel, the two constant companions of the Ricardos. Answer: William Frawley or Vivian Vance

(15) The fiery Cuban bandleader Ricky and the daffy Lucy lived on this street in New York City, in a Brownstone apartment building owned by the Mertzes. Answer: East 68 th Street (prompt on "68th Street")

25. For the stated, give the names of the following rock songs that branch out from the norm by having time signatures other than four-four:

(5) The second track off of OK Computer contains four sets of three measures in seven-four, rarely seen in any kind of popular music. Answer: Paranoid Android

(10) The verses to this Beatles song off Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band are written in measures of randomly alternating three-four, four-four, and five-four meter. Answer: Good Morning Good Morning

(15) This song by A Perfect Circle off Mer de Noms creatively alternates half-three-four, half-two-four verses with three- four choruses and six-eight instrumental bridges. Answer: Rose