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- Born Washington 1944, I am an "Emmy award" winning actress formerly married to my co-star of a top rating soapie. I was prominent in the movie "Jagged Edge" and also starred in "Dallas".
- Leigh Taylor-Young
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- "God is dead. God remains dead. And we have killed him." "I teach you the Overman. Man is something that shall be overcome." "Whatever is done from love always occurs beyond good and evil." Which philosopher's quotes are these?
- Friedrich Nietzsche
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- "I have a dream". I was gunned down in Memphis in 1968. Who am I?
- Martin Luther King
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- What was the nickname of Joseph (John) Merrick, the 19th century British side-show freak and later socialite?
- Elephant Man
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- I was born in Cleveland, Ohio. I was one the pioneers of talk show, audience participation television. I am married to Marlo Thomas. Who am I?
- Phil Donahue
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- Tim Taylor is a character in which of these TV sitcoms?
- Home Improvement
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- As Diana, Princess of Wales, she was the world's most famous woman. What was her family surname?
- Spencer
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- What did Simpson try on at the trial?
- bloody glove
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- This inventor lit up the world. Who was he?
- Thomas Edison
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- What was the main type of painting Monet used?
- Impressionist.
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- He identified the concepts of id, superego and ego.
- Freud
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- On what television show does a giggling red Elmo appear?
- Sesame Street
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- At a structure fire what do you do when you hear all the air horns blowing?
- Get out of the building
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- This name is associated with beer?
- Miller
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- Hilda Doolittle was born in the Pennsylvania town which has the same name as Jesus Christ's birthplace. Where is it?
- Bethlehem
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- I started as a TV anchor woman in Nashville. Today, I produce my TV show in Chicago. Who am I?
- Oprah Winfrey
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- Poe married his cousin. Aside from the family connection, what was the most unusual aspect of the marriage?
- Her age.
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- What principle is xerography based on?
- photoelectricity
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- What great human being was shot and killed by James Earl Ray?
- Martin Luther King Jr
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- Can you complete the pantomime title, Jack and the ... ?
- Beanstalk
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- Don Diego de la Vega is better known as...?
- Zorro
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- "Honey, I forgot to duck." - Who said this?
- Ronald Reagan
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- She was the head angel in a TV show about angels who come to earth and touch people's lives when they've lost faith. When she was a teenager, she toured with the great gospel singer Mahalia Jackson. Who was it?
- Della Reese
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- Make him an offer he can't refuse.
- "The Godfather"
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- Which language was Wilde fluent in other than English? (Hint: A country he would later end up living in.)
- French
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- Another film person! He produced many children's movies, including "Cinderella" and "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" Who is now sitting next to the bamboo toting actor?
- Walt Disney.
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- 'Float like a butterfly sting like a bee'. Who is this quote associated with?
- Muhammad Ali
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- Ex-US president, Ronald Reagan, was a Republican who was firmly opposed to communism. His policies have been credited as being a significant factor in the demise of Soviet communism. Ronald Reagan suffers from which degenerative brain disease?
- Alzheimer's disease
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- I was born in Cleveland, Ohio. I am known for my blue eyes, and most recently, for my salad dressings and other food stuffs. I also love auto racing. Who am I?
- Paul Newman
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- John Montagu, 1718-1792. We might call him the inventor of the quick snack. He was the Earl of S_______ ?
- Sandwich
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- The same guy who painted that mischevious smile on Lisa created the parachute. What was his name?
- Leonardo da Vinci
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- SM ISO SF. I am green colored and get kinda grouchy sometimes but don't let that discourage you. If you're messy and unkempt, you're the one for me! Who am I?
- Oscar the Grouch
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- Which of my mistresses was most popular with the people?
- Nell Gwyn
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- What movement of art did Monet help found?
- Impressionist.
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- Paul Edward Theroux, author of renown was born on 10 April 1941 where?
- Medford, Massachusetts
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- The police department that investigated the crime was handicapped by ...?
- was All of these
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- Which famous King wrote such classics as 'Carrie' and 'Firestarter'?
- Stephen King
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- 'I am not a crook'
- Richard Nixon
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- What does the J.K. stand for in her name?
- Joanne Kathleen
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- I was born in Mississippi, but my "Blue Suede Shoes" made me a home in Memphis. I was the "KING". Who am I?
- Elvis Presley
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- This guy, who wrote the Declaration of Independence in 1776, was the 3rd President of the United States. Who was he?
- Thomas Jefferson
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- According to David Sedaris, what must a person not do if they want to date him?
- "freebie"
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- Mary Ann Evans is one of the best known English writers - but under what name?
- George Eliot
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- It was in 1961 that Frank Drake help organize the very first SETI conference. Twenty-three years later Frank was named President of SETI. What does SETI stand for?
- Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence
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- What was Florence Nightingale's greatest achievement?
- Making nursing a respectable profession
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- This man was a Swedish chemist, inventor, and industrialist who discovered dynamite. Among his 355 patents were blasting gelatin, smokeless powder ballistite, and organic packing material which absorbed the liquid in nitroglycerin.
- Alfred Nobel
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- How did God first reveal himself to Moses?
- the burning bush
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- Where did 'The Ripper' crimes take place?
- London
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- What is the method used to remove water from flooded areas?
- water extraction
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- Which insane emperor made his favorite horse a consul?
- Caligula
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- What new celebration did Pope John Paul II establish on March 23, 1986?
- World Youth Day
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- The CIA considered many assassination attempts on this leader, including poison cigars.
- Fidel Castro
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- Here's an easy one to get you started - A- Who invented the first controllable flying AEROPLANE (AIRPLANE)?
- Wright Brothers
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- When Italian gangsters first came to America in the early 20th century and started extortion rackets, what name were they known by?
- The Black Hand
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- What is the name of the most popular lady who so many revere in Calcutta (now known as Kolkata), and who was also responsible for giving refuge to the very poor and needy?
- Mother Theresa
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- Tim Taylor is a character in which of these TV sitcoms?
- Home Improvement
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- For many years an essential ingredient of mortar was lime, and the production of this vital material could be quite risky. What sort of hazards did a Lime Burner face in the course of his work?
- All of these
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- This musician died in a plane crash alongside Buddy Holly and The Big Bopper at the very young age of 18. What was his name?
- Richie Valens
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- An anonymous critique given on a film test by which US film star read, "Can't act, can't sing, slightly bald, can dance a little"?
- Fred Astaire
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- What was ,in that same U.S.A. President's opinion , the only thing the Americans had to fear ?
- fear itself
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- On what reproduction of a famous artwork did he draw a moustache?
- Mona Lisa
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- Which female King won the Wimbledon Singles competitions six times before her retirement?
- Billie Jean King
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- What is the name of the card filing system that rotates on a cylinder?
- Rolodex
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- Actor Paul Hogan played which Australian outback country adventurist in a series of successful movies?
- Crocodile Dundee
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- On whom did MacDonald place the blame for the murder(s)?
- A group of hippies
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- When I call 911 they always ask for my address. Should I give it to them?
- Yes, 911 must verify the address on their screen to insure quick & proper response to the correct address
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- This is probably the most famous scientist of the twentieth century. He changed the world with a simple equation: E=MC squared. Who is he?
- Albert Einstein
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- "Fly quoth the Raven, nevermore".
- Edgar Allan Poe
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- Which of the children of Nicholas II was said to have survived the 1918 massacre and had an animated film made about the child?
- Anastasia
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- Pope John Paul II expressed his disapproval over many issues. Which of these did he not publicly criticise or disapprove of?
- disapproved of all three
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- Dale Evans was the wife of which famous cowboy?
- Roy Rogers
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- What is the first thing you should do at a fire?
- Get orders from the incident commander
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- Marion Ross starred in what TV show?
- Happy Days
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- Born May 16, 1905, in Grand Island, Nebraska, I went on to win an Academy Award for my final performance in "On Golden Pond." Who am I?
- Henry Fonda
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- In the US, what does OSHA stand for?
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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- I was a powerful American Union leader and was last seen outside a Michigan Restaurant on 30 July 1975. Who am I?
- Jimmy Hoffa
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- This young beekeeper scaled the world's highest mountain in 1953 and his life changed forever
- Edmund Hillary.
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- In O. Henry's Christmas story, "The Gift of the Magi," what must the young bride sell in order to buy her husband a watch fob as a Christmas present?
- hair
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- Published in 1981, Theroux found a wide circulation for this allegorical novel; probably because it was made into a movie directed by Peter Weir and starring Harrison Ford (1986). What was its title?
- The Mosquito Coast
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- Patty Hearst was born into privilege and was kidnapped by a radical group. While held captive, she took part in an armed robbery of a bank, and changed her name to Tania. What was the name of the group that kidnapped her?
- Symbionese Liberation Army
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- Of which country did Desiree become Queen?
- Sweden
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- This football player was acquitted of slaughtering his ex-wife in 1995.
- O.J. Simpson
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- One of these is a good strategy for behavior management. Which?
- positive reinforcement
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- Who said "That's one small step for a man, one giant leap forward for mankind."
- Neil Armstrong
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- What best describes the plot of George Orwell's book "1984"?
- individual's unsuccessful fight against an all powerful regime.
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- Firefighters use S.C.B.A.'s to breath in heavy smoke conditions. What does S.C.B.A. stand for?
- Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
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- I was born in Cambridge, Ohio. I piloted "Friendship 7" in the first orbital mission into space. I later became famous as a United States Senator. Who am I?
- John Glenn
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- Which famous female has her own amusement park?
- Dolly Parton
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- If you are a doctor, you're familiar with this old Greek and his oath. Who is he?
- Hippocrates
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- Then Cook took a westerly course. What was his next discovery?
- You correctly answered The East coast of Australia
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- Potage Jenny Lind is a soup with parsley, cream, egg yolk and nutmeg. It was named after the Swedish operatic singer Jenny Lind (1820-1887). What was her nickname?
- The Swedish Nightingale
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- Who was eventually arrested for killing King?
- James Earl Ray
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- Shakespeare's wife is believed to have been:
- Anne Hathaway
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- Who was the first Pope of the Catholic Church?
- St. Peter.
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- Who is associated with Ford's Theatre?
- Abraham Lincoln
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- Which Hanoverian King of Great Britain 'lost' the American colonies?
- George III
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- "I was King of England and had more than one wife. I made myself head of the church after I was refused a divorce."
- King Henry VIII
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- In 1337 Edward III made a major decision which influenced many events in the course of his reign. What was this decision?
- He laid claim to the throne of France
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- Henry VIII married Anne of Cleves (Wife Number Four) largely on the basis of a very flattering portrait Hans Holbein had painted of her. In reality, though, Anne was not a beauty, as she had been badly scarred by what fearsome disease?
- smallpox
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- What was the name of Henry's older brother?
- Arthur
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- Although I was very tall for my time (6'2") and in my youth, handsome and athletic, in my later years I became bloated and ungainly. My sixth wife, Katherine Parr, nursed me through my final illness. Who am I?
- Henry VIII
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- When she died childless in 1603, Elizabeth I left her throne to James of Scotland, son of Mary, Queen of Scots. Thus, the crown of England passed from the Tudor dynasty to what other dynasty?
- Stuart
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- King George VI was never destined to be King his elder brother was, Edward VIII. Why did Edward VIII abdicate a little after a year of ruling England?
- He was in love with an American, Mrs. Simpson but was not allowed to marry her while he was king so he abdicated and married her..
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- Who was the first Lancastrian king?
- Henry IV Lancaster of England.
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- What is the name of the Queen's oldest son?
- Prince Charles.
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- Which woman became Henry's wife out of political necessity?
- Anne of Cleves
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- Parliament wanted Mary to accept the throne alone with William as her consort but which person insisted that William should be joint monarch?
- Mary herself
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- On what reproduction of a famous artwork did he draw a moustache?
- Mona Lisa
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- Texas Governor John Connally was injured during which president's assassination?
- John F. Kennedy
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- Let's start with an easy one. Victoria's eldest child Vicky, the Princess Royal, later became mother to which infamous royal?
- Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany
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- "A government which robs Peter to pay Paul can always rely on the support of Paul."
- George Bernard Shaw
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