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Uncle Tom's Cabin	What is the name of the anti-slavery novel written by American author Harriet Beecher Stowe in 1852?
Brakes	Disc, drum, and air are all types of what?
Swoosh	What is the trademarked name for the distinctive logo used Nike?
Pokey	Made from red clay, what is the name of the talking horse companion of Gumby?
Alvin York	Played by Gary Cooper in the 1941 movie, what Tennessee born Medal of Honor winner killed 28 and captured 132 soldiers during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive and was the most decorated US soldier of WWI?
Uncle Jesse Duke	Played by Denver Pyle during the 6 year run of the show, who was the patriarch of the Duke clan on The Dukes of Hazzard?
Silver	What is the name of the horse ridden by The Lone Ranger?
Teddy Roosevelt	October 12, 1901 saw the old moniker of Executive Mansion replaced with the more familiar White House, when what total badass declared it so?
Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and China	For a point each, name the 6 countries that share a physical border with the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.
Dresden	Slaughterhouse-Five, the 1969 novel by Kurt Vonnegut, is set against the backdrop of the Allied bombing of which German city during World War II?
Spider	According to Greek mythology, the great weaver Arachne was turned into what by the goddess Athena, as punishment for her hubris?
Seal	What can be a piniped, a means of royal authentication, and a British soul singer?
A fox	If bovine describes a cow, canine a dog, and feline a cat, what does vulpine define?
Clarence Thomas	Now considered one of the top legal minds on the court, the confirmation hearing for what current associate Supreme Court justice was marred by accusations of sexual harassment from attorney Anita Hill?
Gumby	Today marks the 90th anniversary of the birth of Art Clokey, a pioneer in the field of stop motion clay animation, who is best remembered for what green shapeshifter?
Rifling	What is the name for the helical grooves in the barrel of a gun designed to impart spin on the projectile to improve its aerodynamic stability and accuracy?
South Park	Walmart is selling bags of Cheesy Poofs to promote the latest season of what popular TV show?
The White House	Originally known as the Executive Mansion (until the greatest man ever, Teddy Roosevelt, made its nickname official), the cornerstone of what building was laid on Oct 13, 1792?
Volcanoes	Cinder Cone, composite, and shield are all types of what?
George Carlin	October 11, 1975 saw the debug of SNL with what famed comedian as the host?
The Quick Brown Fox	According to the pangram, what jumps over the lazy dog?
Colorado	Known as The Centennial State, what was the 38th state to join the Union on August 1, 1876?
Bolivia	October 9th, 1967, saw the execution of major asshat Ernesto “Che” Guevara by soldiers from which South American Country?
Mach 5	What is the name of the race car driven by Speed Racer in the late 1960s series of the same name?
Cul-de-sac	From the French for bottom of the bag, what is the name for a dead end street, usually circular at the end?
Korea	Kimchi, a fermented dish usually based on cabbage, radishes, green onions, or cucumber, is a staple of what country's food?
Pulley	A block and tackle is an apparatus that utilizes what simple machine?
Fox News	“We Report. You Decide.”, “The Most Powerful Name in News” , and “Fair & Balanced” are among the slogans used by what cable TV news channel?
Tungsten	From the Norwegian for Heavy Stone, what element, with an atomic number of 74, uses the symbol W?
Spiro T. Agnew	October 10, 1973 saw the resignation of which Maryland politician, Nixon's first vice president, following charges of tax evasion?
Esmeralda	What was the name of the gypsy girl that Quasimodo fell in love with in Victor Hugo's The Hunchback of Notre Dame?
The Desert Fox	Encouraged to commit suicide for his part in the attempt to assassinate head asshat Adolph Hitler, Field Marshal Erwin Rommel earned what nickname for his prowess on the WWII battlefields of North Africa?
Winnie-the-Pooh	Oct 14, 1926 saw the introduction of what favorite A. A. Milne character, known for his love of hunny?
Spade	What can be garden tools, a card game, or a type of drill bit?
Leonardo DaVinci	The Vitruvian Man, a famous drawing of a nude man in two superimposed positions with arms and legs apart, inscribed in a circle within a square, was drawn by whom?
John Denver	October 12, 1997 saw the death of what famed singer, born Henry Deutschendorf, when he lost control of his aircraft and crashed into the ocean near Pacific Grove, CA?
Hawaii Five O	Originally starring Jack Lord, and recently remade, what TV show popularized the phrase “Book ’em, Danno”?
Saturday Night Live	Oct 11, 1975 saw the introduction of what TV staple, hosted by George Carlin, with Andy Kaufman, Janis Ian and Billy Preston as guests?
Chile	Rescued earlier today, in what country were 33 gold/copper miners trapped below surface, since August 5th, setting a world record for the long time trapped in a mine?
Southwest Airlines	"You are Now Free to Move About the Country" is the advertising slogan for what transportation company?
Theodore Roosevelt	October 14, 1912 saw certified asshat John Schrank take a shot at what former president, and all around bad-ass, who was currently campaigning for another trip to the White House at the head of the Bull Moose party?
Patty Murray	October 11, 1950 saw the birth of what US politician, known as "a mom in tennis shoes", who is currently facing off against Dino Rossi?
Otter	What semi-aquatic, fish eating mammal, related to the weasel, is prized for its fur and enjoyed for its playful nature?
Sacha Baron Cohen	What English comedian, who celebrates a birthday today, is known for characters such as Ali G, Borat, and Bruno, and will be starring as Freddie Mercury in an upcoming Queen movie?
Marvin Gaye	What legendary singer, dubbed the Prince of Motown, had his life cut a little short when he was gunned down by his father in 1984 following an argument?
Great Smoky Mountains	According to the National Park Service, which National Park is the most visited in the United States, with about 10 million visitors per year?
Christo	What artist, along with his wife, is best known for wrapping large structures in cloth, such as wrapping the Reichstag, islands in Biscayne Bay, and a bridge in Paris?
Clarence Thomas	With a vote of 52-48, which US Supreme Court justice was confirmed on Oct 14, 1991, in spite of the allegations of sexual harassment by attorney Anita Hill?
William H Seward	Who was the Secretary of State under both Presidents Lincoln and Johnson, best remembered for negotiating the purchase of Alaska from the Russians in 1867?
Teddy Roosevelt	On Oct 12, 1901 which great US president gave the Executive Mansion its current name, The White House?
A bedbug	Cimex lectularius, a small, parasitic insect, is better known as what?
The Bahamas	October 12, 1492 saw Christopher Columbus make landfall in the New World. In what current country did he touch shore?
The Great Pumpkin	According to the comic strip Peanuts, whom does Linus await each year, only to be disappointed when he never seems to visit the pumpkin patch?
Chicago White Sox	Immortalized in the movie Eight Men Out, the 1919 World Series was tainted by 8 members of what team throwing games to the World Series winning Cincinnati Reds?
Mojito	What Cuban favorite consists of white rum, sugar (traditionally sugar cane juice), lime, sparkling water and mint?
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy	What's missing: The Restaurant at the End of the Universe, Life, The Universe, and Everything, So Long, And Thanks For All The Fish, and Mostly Harmless?
Astronomical Unit	What unit of length is defined as the mean distance between the earth and the sun (approximately 149,597,871 km)?
Paul McCartney	Wings sang behind what singing legend, which Guinness calls the most successful songwriter in the history of popular music?
90%	What percent of the world's ice does Antarctica contain?
Mackenzie Phillips	Which actress, who played Julie Horvath on the TV sitcom One Day at a Time, recently revealed she had a 10+ year consensual relationship with her father?
Ming the Merciless	Who is the archenemy of Flash Gordon?
Paula Abdul	What former Los Angeles Lakers cheerleader gained stardom as a singer with her debut album Forever Your Girl, and has subsequently managed to milk her 15 minutes for the last 9+ years?
Violin	Traditionally, the concertmaster of a symphonic orchestra plays what instrument?
Po boy	What is the name for the New Orleans submarine sandwich usually consisting of fried seafood served on a baguette-like Louisiana French bread?
Phillips	What type of screw and screwdriver, designed to aid in automated manufacturing lines, features a small cross on the head of the screw?
Oslo, Norway	The Nobel Peace Prize is the only Nobel prize not awarded in Stockholm, Sweden. In what city does the ceremony actually take place?
Ural Mountains	What mountain range separates the continents of Europe and Asia?
Wow!	In 1998, what name did Frito Lay add to its line of snack products that used the artificial fat substitute Olestra (anal leakage not withstanding)?
1901	In what year was the first Nobel Peace Prize actually awarded, ostensibly to someone who earned it?
18	How old must you be to serve on a jury in the city of Seattle?
Green	Located in North Africa, Libya is the only country with a one color flag. What color is it?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers	On Oct 17, 1976, the Seattle Seahawks won their first ever game by beating which other expansion team?
Po	That staple of kids daytime tv (and probably really great when you're drunk), the Teletubbies consist of Tinky Winky, LaLa, Dipsy, and who?
Textiles	A dry goods shop specializes in selling what product?
4	Hammering Man, that iconic working stiff in front of the Seattle Arm Museum, is on a break through the end of the year. How many times per minute does he swing that hammer, when he's actually swinging that hammer?
11	According to KFC, Colonel Sanders' original recipe contained how many herbs and spices?
Whiskey	The taxing of what item caused rioting and attacks in Western Pennsylvania in 1794, enough that militia troops were dispatched to squelch it?
So You Think You Can Dance	Judged by Nigel Lythgoe and Mary Murphy, what Fox show features a panel of finalists who dance with and against each other for fan votes?
Keratin	What is the name of the tough fibrous structural protein found in fingernails and toenails?
Tsetse fly	Which insect, native to central Africa, is notorious for causing the sleeping sickness?
Japan	Citizen (of watch fame), JVC, and Olympus are all companies based in what country?
Hooks	Knitting uses needles. What tool does crocheting use?
El Camino	With a truck body on a car chassis, what Chevrolet product, produced from 1959-60, and 64-87, was a competitor to the Ford Ranchero?
Buzz Lightyear	The catchphrase of what Toy Story character was “To Infinity and Beyond”?
Infield Fly Rule	The application of what rule, which, according to their tweets, even Major League Baseball doesn't understand, played a pivotal role in the 2012 National League Wild Card Playoff game?
Bonsai	The Japanese art of growing meticulously groomed miniature trees in indoor containers is known as what?
Candy Crowley	What CNN news anchor was the “moderator” of yesterday’s presidential debate at Hofstra University in NY?
Helium Balloon	What lifted the capsule that Felix Baumgartner rode some 24 miles into the stratosphere before his historic jump this week?
Oil Can Harry	Snidely Whiplash was the arch-enemy of Dudley Do-Right, while Simon Bar Sinister faced off against Underdog. Who is the arch-enemy of Mighty Mouse?
Nordstrom Rack	With 6 local locations, what is the name of the clearance store operated by local upscale retailer Nordstroms?
Mounds	“Sometimes you feel like a nut / Sometimes you don’t /Almond Joy’s got nuts,” who don’t?
Door knocker	Consisting of a metal bob, or ring, and a strike plate, what ornamental door furniture is used in place of a door bell?
Tetons	What Rocky Mountains range forms part of the border between Idaho and Wyoming, and created the valley known as Jackson Hole?
Angles	Formerly used in navigation, and now a tool used in surveying, a theodolite is used to measure what?
Can you hear me now?	Played by Paul Marcarelli, the Verizon test man would end each advertisement by picking up a phone and asking what question?
Caves	Spelunking is the recreational pastime of exploring what?
Tax evasion	Prohibition era gangster Al Capone was convicted of what crime on Oct 17, 1931, and subsequent sentenced to 11 years in federal prison?
North Dakota	Known as the Peace Garden State or the Roughrider State, what was the 39th state to join the Union on November 2, 1889?
Deciduous	What is the general classification for trees that lose their leaves every autumn?
Cookie Monster	"Om nom nom nom" is one of the favorite phrases of which Sesame Street character, known for his voracious appetite?

Uncle Tom's Cabin

What is the name of the anti-slavery novel written by American author Harriet Beecher Stowe in 1852?

Brakes

Disc, drum, and air are all types of what?

Swoosh

What is the trademarked name for the distinctive logo used Nike?

Pokey

Made from red clay, what is the name of the talking horse companion of Gumby?

Alvin York

Played by Gary Cooper in the 1941 movie, what Tennessee born Medal of Honor winner killed 28 and captured 132 soldiers during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive and was the most decorated US soldier of WWI?

Uncle Jesse Duke

Played by Denver Pyle during the 6 year run of the show, who was the patriarch of the Duke clan on The Dukes of Hazzard?

Silver

What is the name of the horse ridden by The Lone Ranger?

Teddy Roosevelt

October 12, 1901 saw the old moniker of Executive Mansion replaced with the more familiar White House, when what total badass declared it so?

Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and China

For a point each, name the 6 countries that share a physical border with the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Dresden

Slaughterhouse-Five, the 1969 novel by Kurt Vonnegut, is set against the backdrop of the Allied bombing of which German city during World War II?

Spider

According to Greek mythology, the great weaver Arachne was turned into what by the goddess Athena, as punishment for her hubris?

Seal

What can be a piniped, a means of royal authentication, and a British soul singer?

A fox

If bovine describes a cow, canine a dog, and feline a cat, what does vulpine define?

Clarence Thomas

Now considered one of the top legal minds on the court, the confirmation hearing for what current associate Supreme Court justice was marred by accusations of sexual harassment from attorney Anita Hill?

Gumby

Today marks the 90th anniversary of the birth of Art Clokey, a pioneer in the field of stop motion clay animation, who is best remembered for what green shapeshifter?

Rifling

What is the name for the helical grooves in the barrel of a gun designed to impart spin on the projectile to improve its aerodynamic stability and accuracy?

South Park

Walmart is selling bags of Cheesy Poofs to promote the latest season of what popular TV show?

The White House

Originally known as the Executive Mansion (until the greatest man ever, Teddy Roosevelt, made its nickname official), the cornerstone of what building was laid on Oct 13, 1792?

Volcanoes

Cinder Cone, composite, and shield are all types of what?

George Carlin

October 11, 1975 saw the debug of SNL with what famed comedian as the host?

The Quick Brown Fox

According to the pangram, what jumps over the lazy dog?

Colorado

Known as The Centennial State, what was the 38th state to join the Union on August 1, 1876?

Bolivia

October 9th, 1967, saw the execution of major asshat Ernesto “Che” Guevara by soldiers from which South American Country?

Mach 5

What is the name of the race car driven by Speed Racer in the late 1960s series of the same name?

Cul-de-sac

From the French for bottom of the bag, what is the name for a dead end street, usually circular at the end?

Korea

Kimchi, a fermented dish usually based on cabbage, radishes, green onions, or cucumber, is a staple of what country's food?

Pulley

A block and tackle is an apparatus that utilizes what simple machine?

Fox News

“We Report. You Decide.”, “The Most Powerful Name in News” , and “Fair & Balanced” are among the slogans used by what cable TV news channel?

Tungsten

From the Norwegian for Heavy Stone, what element, with an atomic number of 74, uses the symbol W?

Spiro T. Agnew

October 10, 1973 saw the resignation of which Maryland politician, Nixon's first vice president, following charges of tax evasion?

Esmeralda

What was the name of the gypsy girl that Quasimodo fell in love with in Victor Hugo's The Hunchback of Notre Dame?

The Desert Fox

Encouraged to commit suicide for his part in the attempt to assassinate head asshat Adolph Hitler, Field Marshal Erwin Rommel earned what nickname for his prowess on the WWII battlefields of North Africa?

Winnie-the-Pooh

Oct 14, 1926 saw the introduction of what favorite A. A. Milne character, known for his love of hunny?

Spade

What can be garden tools, a card game, or a type of drill bit?

Leonardo DaVinci

The Vitruvian Man, a famous drawing of a nude man in two superimposed positions with arms and legs apart, inscribed in a circle within a square, was drawn by whom?

John Denver

October 12, 1997 saw the death of what famed singer, born Henry Deutschendorf, when he lost control of his aircraft and crashed into the ocean near Pacific Grove, CA?

Hawaii Five O

Originally starring Jack Lord, and recently remade, what TV show popularized the phrase “Book ’em, Danno”?

Saturday Night Live

Oct 11, 1975 saw the introduction of what TV staple, hosted by George Carlin, with Andy Kaufman, Janis Ian and Billy Preston as guests?

Chile

Rescued earlier today, in what country were 33 gold/copper miners trapped below surface, since August 5th, setting a world record for the long time trapped in a mine?

Southwest Airlines

"You are Now Free to Move About the Country" is the advertising slogan for what transportation company?

Theodore Roosevelt

October 14, 1912 saw certified asshat John Schrank take a shot at what former president, and all around bad-ass, who was currently campaigning for another trip to the White House at the head of the Bull Moose party?

Patty Murray

October 11, 1950 saw the birth of what US politician, known as "a mom in tennis shoes", who is currently facing off against Dino Rossi?

Otter

What semi-aquatic, fish eating mammal, related to the weasel, is prized for its fur and enjoyed for its playful nature?

Sacha Baron Cohen

What English comedian, who celebrates a birthday today, is known for characters such as Ali G, Borat, and Bruno, and will be starring as Freddie Mercury in an upcoming Queen movie?

Marvin Gaye

What legendary singer, dubbed the Prince of Motown, had his life cut a little short when he was gunned down by his father in 1984 following an argument?

Great Smoky Mountains

According to the National Park Service, which National Park is the most visited in the United States, with about 10 million visitors per year?

Christo

What artist, along with his wife, is best known for wrapping large structures in cloth, such as wrapping the Reichstag, islands in Biscayne Bay, and a bridge in Paris?

Clarence Thomas

With a vote of 52-48, which US Supreme Court justice was confirmed on Oct 14, 1991, in spite of the allegations of sexual harassment by attorney Anita Hill?

William H Seward

Who was the Secretary of State under both Presidents Lincoln and Johnson, best remembered for negotiating the purchase of Alaska from the Russians in 1867?

Teddy Roosevelt

On Oct 12, 1901 which great US president gave the Executive Mansion its current name, The White House?

A bedbug

Cimex lectularius, a small, parasitic insect, is better known as what?

The Bahamas

October 12, 1492 saw Christopher Columbus make landfall in the New World. In what current country did he touch shore?

The Great Pumpkin

According to the comic strip Peanuts, whom does Linus await each year, only to be disappointed when he never seems to visit the pumpkin patch?

Chicago White Sox

Immortalized in the movie Eight Men Out, the 1919 World Series was tainted by 8 members of what team throwing games to the World Series winning Cincinnati Reds?

Mojito

What Cuban favorite consists of white rum, sugar (traditionally sugar cane juice), lime, sparkling water and mint?

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

What's missing: The Restaurant at the End of the Universe, Life, The Universe, and Everything, So Long, And Thanks For All The Fish, and Mostly Harmless?

Astronomical Unit

What unit of length is defined as the mean distance between the earth and the sun (approximately 149,597,871 km)?

Paul McCartney

Wings sang behind what singing legend, which Guinness calls the most successful songwriter in the history of popular music?

90%

What percent of the world's ice does Antarctica contain?

Mackenzie Phillips

Which actress, who played Julie Horvath on the TV sitcom One Day at a Time, recently revealed she had a 10+ year consensual relationship with her father?

Ming the Merciless

Who is the archenemy of Flash Gordon?

Paula Abdul

What former Los Angeles Lakers cheerleader gained stardom as a singer with her debut album Forever Your Girl, and has subsequently managed to milk her 15 minutes for the last 9+ years?

Violin

Traditionally, the concertmaster of a symphonic orchestra plays what instrument?

Po boy

What is the name for the New Orleans submarine sandwich usually consisting of fried seafood served on a baguette-like Louisiana French bread?

Phillips

What type of screw and screwdriver, designed to aid in automated manufacturing lines, features a small cross on the head of the screw?

Oslo, Norway

The Nobel Peace Prize is the only Nobel prize not awarded in Stockholm, Sweden. In what city does the ceremony actually take place?

Ural Mountains

What mountain range separates the continents of Europe and Asia?

Wow!

In 1998, what name did Frito Lay add to its line of snack products that used the artificial fat substitute Olestra (anal leakage not withstanding)?

1901

In what year was the first Nobel Peace Prize actually awarded, ostensibly to someone who earned it?

18

How old must you be to serve on a jury in the city of Seattle?

Green

Located in North Africa, Libya is the only country with a one color flag. What color is it?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On Oct 17, 1976, the Seattle Seahawks won their first ever game by beating which other expansion team?

Po

That staple of kids daytime tv (and probably really great when you're drunk), the Teletubbies consist of Tinky Winky, LaLa, Dipsy, and who?

Textiles

A dry goods shop specializes in selling what product?

4

Hammering Man, that iconic working stiff in front of the Seattle Arm Museum, is on a break through the end of the year. How many times per minute does he swing that hammer, when he's actually swinging that hammer?

11

According to KFC, Colonel Sanders' original recipe contained how many herbs and spices?

Whiskey

The taxing of what item caused rioting and attacks in Western Pennsylvania in 1794, enough that militia troops were dispatched to squelch it?

So You Think You Can Dance

Judged by Nigel Lythgoe and Mary Murphy, what Fox show features a panel of finalists who dance with and against each other for fan votes?

Keratin

What is the name of the tough fibrous structural protein found in fingernails and toenails?

Tsetse fly

Which insect, native to central Africa, is notorious for causing the sleeping sickness?

Japan

Citizen (of watch fame), JVC, and Olympus are all companies based in what country?

Hooks

Knitting uses needles. What tool does crocheting use?

El Camino

With a truck body on a car chassis, what Chevrolet product, produced from 1959-60, and 64-87, was a competitor to the Ford Ranchero?

Buzz Lightyear

The catchphrase of what Toy Story character was “To Infinity and Beyond”?

Infield Fly Rule

The application of what rule, which, according to their tweets, even Major League Baseball doesn't understand, played a pivotal role in the 2012 National League Wild Card Playoff game?

Bonsai

The Japanese art of growing meticulously groomed miniature trees in indoor containers is known as what?

Candy Crowley

What CNN news anchor was the “moderator” of yesterday’s presidential debate at Hofstra University in NY?

Helium Balloon

What lifted the capsule that Felix Baumgartner rode some 24 miles into the stratosphere before his historic jump this week?

Oil Can Harry

Snidely Whiplash was the arch-enemy of Dudley Do-Right, while Simon Bar Sinister faced off against Underdog. Who is the arch-enemy of Mighty Mouse?

Nordstrom Rack

With 6 local locations, what is the name of the clearance store operated by local upscale retailer Nordstroms?

Mounds

“Sometimes you feel like a nut / Sometimes you don’t /Almond Joy’s got nuts,” who don’t?

Door knocker

Consisting of a metal bob, or ring, and a strike plate, what ornamental door furniture is used in place of a door bell?

Tetons

What Rocky Mountains range forms part of the border between Idaho and Wyoming, and created the valley known as Jackson Hole?

Angles

Formerly used in navigation, and now a tool used in surveying, a theodolite is used to measure what?

Can you hear me now?

Played by Paul Marcarelli, the Verizon test man would end each advertisement by picking up a phone and asking what question?

Caves

Spelunking is the recreational pastime of exploring what?

Tax evasion

Prohibition era gangster Al Capone was convicted of what crime on Oct 17, 1931, and subsequent sentenced to 11 years in federal prison?

North Dakota

Known as the Peace Garden State or the Roughrider State, what was the 39th state to join the Union on November 2, 1889?

Deciduous

What is the general classification for trees that lose their leaves every autumn?

Cookie Monster

"Om nom nom nom" is one of the favorite phrases of which Sesame Street character, known for his voracious appetite?