Note: Wile E. Coyote was unique in that they did not plan their on-air music, and in fact had two members pulling records off the WCFM shelves just ahead of the questions as the contest went along. The canny reader will note how song/trivia matches become less and less of a factor as the night goes on. This eenie-meenie-minie-moe selection practice has not been emulated by subsequent teams.
#1
Question: You are a lupius hungrius in search of your evening meal. Much to your delight, you discover a simple woodland creature down in the valley. Scheming in your laboratory, you devise a clever pressure cooker designed to ferret the creature from its hole. Our question is thi
Song: What do you call yourself?
Answer: Wile E. Coyote, Super Genius.
Song: "Sun City,' by Artists United Against Apartheid
#2
Realm: Movies
Question: We've all heard the expression, "Lighten up, Francis.' What we want to know is, what is Francis' last name?
Answer: Sawyer.
Song: "The Mighty Quinn,' by Manfred Mann
#3
Realm: Television
Question: From "The Brady Bunch,' how did Marsha beat Greg in the driving test?
Answer: Greg hit the cone with the egg on it, knocking it off.
Song: "Barbara Ann,' by Jan and Dean
#4
Realm: Cartoons
Question: In the recently-aired Charlie Brown Thanksgiving special, Charlie serves an annual "feast.' Name all the items on the menu. (There are five.)
Answer: Toast; popcorn; pretzel sticks; jellybeans; ice cream sundaes.
Song: "The Popcorn,' by James Brown
#5
Realm: Sports
Question: Who are the tallest and shortest players currently active in the NBA, and what school did each go to?
Answer: Manute Bol (tall), Bridgeport State; and Spud Webb (short), North Carolina State.
Song: "Basketball Jones Featuring Tyrone Shoelaces,' by Cheech and Chong
#6
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: Who was born in Wattenscheid, Germany, on November 11, 1920?
Answer: James Bond.
Song: "Spies Like Us,' by Paul McCartney
#7
Realm: Music
Question: Only one song by the Who has made the Top 10. Which tune?
Answer: "I Can See For Miles.'
Song: "Zoot Suit,' by the High Numbers
#8
Realm: Advertising
Question: What are the only two foods that don't go well with Bartles and Jaymes wine coolers?
Answer: Kohlrabi (a vegetable, kind of like a turnip); and candy corn.
Song: "Sugar on Sunday,' by Tommy James and the Shondells
#9
Realm: Comics
Question: Name the five original Avengers of Marvel Comics fame.
Answer: Hulk, Thor, Iron Man, Ant Man, and the Wasp.
Song: "Iron Man,' by Black Sabbath
#10
Realm: Movies
Question: How were James Garner and Steve McQueen captured in "The Great Escape'?
Answer: Garner's airplane ran out of fuel; McQueen's motorcycle was caught in barbed wire.
Song: "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place/ Don't Bring Me Down/ It's My Life (Animals Medley),' by David Johansen
#11
Realm: Realm: Television; Subrealm: Star Trek
Question: Where does a heading of 111 mark 14 take you?
Answer: To the neutral zone.
Song: Theme from ‘Star Trek',' by Alexander Courage & His Orchestra(NOTE: The above song only lasted about 30-40 seconds.)
#12
Realm: Cartoons
Question: The classic cartoon of all times may well be "The Flintstones.' And who can forget that classic theme song? What we want you to do is SING that song for us. We only want the opening part, from the beginning of each episode, not the nonsense about the cat staying out for the night at the end.
Answer: "Flintstones, meet the Flintstones, they're a modern stone-age family, From the town of Bedrock, they're a page right out of history.Let's ride with the family down the street, through the courtesy of Fred's two feet.When you're with the Flintstones, have a yabba-dabba-doo time, a dabba-doo time,We'll have a gay old time!'
Song: "Ballad of Billy the Kid,' by Billy Joel
#13
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: What is the most-requested seven-letter license plate in California?
Answer: PORSCHE.
Song: "Swamp,' by the Talking Heads
#14
Realm: Sports
Question: For the last six years, the winner of hockey's Hart Trophy has been Wayne Gretzky. But who was the last man to win it before him?
Answer: Bryan Trottier, New York Islanders.
Song: "Dog and Butterfly,' by Heart
#15
Realm: Movies
Question: In the Peter Sellers farce, "The Mouse That Roared,' what does the signpost on the border of the Grand Duchy of Fenwick say?
Answer: "If guard not on duty, go right in.'
Song: "Ben,' by Michael Jackson
#16
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: From which nation did the United States purchase the Virgin Islands?
Answer: Denmark.
Song: "Because the Night,' by the Patti Smith Group
#17
Realm: Television
Question: The permanent resident of the center square on "Hollywood Squares' was the late, great Paul Lynde. Who was the usual celebrity in the lower lefthand corner?
Answer: Charlie Weaver (his pseudonym); Cliff Arquette, his real name, also acceptable.
Song: "The Letter,' by Joe Cocker
#18
Realm: Cartoons
Question: Name all the members of Top Cat's gang. There are five.
Answer: Benny the Ball; The Spook; Brain; Choo-Choo; Fancy-Fancy.
Song: "People Get Ready,' by the Impressions
#19
Realm: Advertising
Question: What do the letters "L.L.' stand for in L.L. Bean?
Answer: Leon Leonwood.
Song: "Philadelphia Freedom,' by MFSB
#20
Realm: Sports
Question: This past July, Nolan Ryan hurled his 4,000th strikeout, a feat unmatched in baseball history. Who was the victim of that historic K?
Answer: Danny Heep, New York Mets.
Song: "Games People Play,' by the Alan Parsons Project
#21
Realm: Television
Question: What was the name of Fonzie's dog?
Answer: Spunky.
Song: "Walking the Dog,' by Rufus Thomas
#22
Realm: Movies
Question: In the old version of "The Wizard of Oz' (a 1920 silent), who played the Tin Man?
Answer: Oliver Hardy, of Laurel & Hardy fame.
Song: "The Wizard,' by Uriah Heep
#23
Realm: Comics
Question: What were Sweet Pea's first words?
Answer: "Blow me down!'
Song: "I Can't Explain,' by David Bowie
#24
Realm: Comedy
Question: What did Steven Wright do when he saw the sign reading "Breakfast any time'?
Answer: He ordered eggs during the Renaissance.
Song: "Northern Lights,' by Renaissance
#25
Realm: Williamsiana
Question: What are the names of the two cows on the signs outside the Purple Pub?
Answer: Moe and Jerry.
Song: "The Curly Shuffle,' by Jump 'N the Saddle Band
#26
Realm: Movies
Question: What is John Travolta carrying in the first scene of "Saturday Night Fever,' and where does he stop for pizza?
Answer: A can of paint; Lenny's Pizza on 86th Street.
Song: "Eugene,' by Crazy Joe and the Variable Speed Band
#27
Realm: Television
Question: One of the most popular characters on "All My Children' is the scheming Tad Martin. When Tad returned to the show as an adult in 1982, where was he the first time we saw him, and why was he there?
Answer: In jail in Atlantic City; he had stolen someone else's chips.
Song: "Be True,' by Bruce Springsteen (?)
#28
Realm: Cartoons
Question: Who did Matilda date?
Answer: The Road Runner; she was his girlfriend.
Song: "I'm a Road Runner,' by Jr. Walker and the All-Stars
#29
Realm: Sports
Question: What league included teams such as the Maryland Arrows, Philadelphia Wings, Rochester Griffins, Toronto Tomahawks, and Syracuse Stingers?
Answer: The Box Lacrosse league.
Song: "Tequila,' by the Champs
#30
Realm: Theater
Question: From the musical "Cats,' who is the girlfriend of the feared pirate Growltiger?
Answer: Lady Griddlebone.
Song: "I Am the Starlight,' from ‘Starlight Express'
#31
Realm: Cartoons
Question: The Flintstones were originally going to be named the Flagstones. Why was their name changed?
Answer: To avoid a conflict with the comic strip "Hi and Lois' (their last name is Flagston).
Song: "Me and Bobby McGee,' by Kris Kristofferson
#32
Realm: Movies
Question: What bounty hunter captured Han Solo in "The Empire Strikes Back'?
Answer: Boba Fett.
Song: "Bounty Hunter," by Molly Hatchet
#33
Realm: Movies
Question: What two words caused Steve Martin to go berserk in "Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid'?
Answer: "Cleaning lady.'
Song: "Surfin' Bird," by the Trashmen
#34
Realm: Television
Question: Who were the guests on the very first episode of David Letterman?
Answer: Bill Murray; Don Herbert (Mr. Wizard is acceptable); Steve Fessler.
Song: "Are You Ready for the Summer?" by the Camp Northstar Kids Chorus
#35
Realm: Music
Question: What band featured Journey's Jonathan Cain on keys, and John Waite as lead singer?
Answer: The Babys.
Song: "So You Want to Be a Rock and Roll Star," by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
#36
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: What made the 1974 Topps baseball card series unusual?
Answer: All San Diego players had two cards-- one saying "San Diego Padres,' and one saying "Washington National League.' (When the cards were printed, it looked as if San Diego might move to Washington.)
Song: "Fever," by Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes
#37
Realm: Television
Question: On what show might you see Oogie, Netto, and the Dull Family?
Answer: "The Uncle Floyd Show.'
Song: "On the Boardwalk," by Uncle Floyd
#38
Realm: Movies
Question: What was the name of the play on which "Casablanca' was based?
Answer: "Everybody Comes To Rick's.'
Song: "Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo," by Rick Derringer
#39
Realm: Cartoons
Question: What two creepy characters built Milton the Monster?
Answer: Professor Weirdo, and Count Kook.
Song: "The Graveyard Shift," by Bobby "Boris" Pickett and the Crypt Kickers
#40
Realm: Sports
Question: In 1963, the two baseball MVPs and the football MVP all wore the same number. What number was it, and who were the three players?
Answer: Number 32, worn by Elston Howard (Yankees); Sandy Koufax (Dodgers); and Jim Brown (Browns).
Song: "Go Down Gamblin'," by Blood, Sweat and Tears
#41
Realm: Music
Question: The lead singer of what band made the following statement about his group's purpose: "We just wanted to relate to kids who were into the kind of clothes we were into'?
Answer: Spandau Ballet (Tony Hadley, vocals).
Song: "You Can't Stop Rock and Roll," by Twisted Sister
#42
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: What toy did longtime Vikings kicker Fred Cox invent?
Answer: The Nerf ball.
Song: "Heebie Jeebies," by Little Richard
#43
Realm: Television
Question: On one "Honeymooners' episode, the Kramdens get a telephone. What was their exchange?
Answer: Bensonhurst. (The entire number was "Bensonhurst 0-7741.')
Song: "Beechwood 4-5789," by the Marvelettes
#44
Realm: Comics
Question: What's the worst thing that happened to Yaz Pistachio at her prom?
Answer: Steve Dallas barfed on her during their spotlight dance.
Song: "Save the Last Dance for Me," by the Drifters
#45
Realm: Movies
Question: What song is played during the opening sequence of "Foul Play,' as Goldie Hawn drives her Volkswagen along the California coast?
Answer: "Ready To Take a Chance Again' (by Barry Manilow).
Song: "Ol' Man River," by Frank Sinatra
#46
Realm: Sports
Question: Who is the only man in history to pinch hit for Henry Aaron?
Answer: Mike Lum.
Song: "I'm Henry VIII, I Am," by Herman's Hermits
#47
Realm: Television
Question: In addition to "Get Smart,' Mel Brooks created another TV sitcom starring Dick Gautier, Bernie Koppel and Dick Van Patten. The show, unfortunately, was cancelled in a few months. Can you name it?
Answer: "When Things Were Rotten.'
Song: "To Be Or Not To Be (The Hitler Rap)," by Mel Brooks
#48
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: What distinction do the words "abstemious' and "facetious' hold in the English language?
Answer: They're the only two words in which the five vowels appear once apiece, in alphabetical order.
Song: "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," by the Four Tops
#49
Realm: Television
Question: From the ABC Afterschool Special "Hammerman's After Me,' why was Hammerman after our hero?
Answer: He wrote Hammerman's name on an evolutionary chart, next to the Neanderthal man.
Song: "Alley Oop," by the Hollywood Argyles
#50
Realm: Movies
Question: What triggered the final explosives in "The Guns of Navarone'?
Answer: An elevator.
Song: "War," by Edwin Starr
#51
Realm: Advertising
Question: What incredible weight-loss program "burns off pound after incredible pound'?
Answer: Grapefruit 45.
Song: "Eve of Destruction," by the Turtles
#52
Realm: Cartoons
Question: What was Super Chicken's real name?
Answer: Henry Cabot Henhouse III.
Song: "For Pete's Sake," by the Monkees
#53
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: Where were Soviet master spy Rudolf Abel and U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers exchanged in 1962?
Answer: The Glienicker Bridge, between East Germany and West Berlin.
Song: "Bridge Over Troubled Water," by Aretha Franklin
#54
Realm: Comics
Question: In 1951, Beetle Bailey evolved from a comic strip about college to one in an army setting. What event actually prompted Beetle to join the army?
Answer: He was trying to avoid seeing his two girlfriends at the same time, and ducked into a recruiting office to hide.
Song: "Just a Gigolo," by Louis Prima
#55
Realm: Movies
Question: Who was the only performer in the sound era to win an Oscar for Best Actress, without having uttered a word in the film for which she was nominated?
Answer: Jane Wyman, for "Johnny Belinda' in 1948.
Song: "Hawaii 5-O," by the Ventures
#56
Realm: Cartoons
Question: Who supplied the voice for Melody, in "Josie and the Pussycats'?
Answer: Cheryl Ladd.
Song: Unavailable.
#57
Realm: Television
Question: With the smash success of "The Cosby Show,' many have forgotten Bill Cosby's flop series, called "Cos.' What unusual vehicle did Cosby drive in this series?
Answer: A giant sneaker.
Song: Unavailable.
#58
Realm: Sports
Question: A recent issue of "Sports Illustrated' featured an item about the Williams Band. Which of the band's cheers did the magazine cite?
Answer: "Divest, divest, divest them of the ball.'
Song: Unavailable.
#59
Realm: Movies
Question: You are watching the rolling credits at the end of your favorite film, and you see the title of "gaffer' appear. What does a gaffer do?
Answer: He's the lighting electrician.
Song: Unavailable.
#60
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: Who was the first American actress to be depicted on a postage stamp?
Answer: Grace Kelly, on a Monaco stamp.
Song: "Young Girl," by Gary Puckett and the Union Gap
#61
Realm: Music
Question: What singer made his debut by impersonating Little Richard, when Richard was out of town?
Answer: James Brown.
Song: "Hey Jude," by Wilson Pickett
#62
Realm: Cartoons
Question: It's time for you to warm up your vocal chords again. That's right! We're going to ask you to sing us another theme. This time, it's that popular cartoon "Speed racer.' Good luck.And for the THREE-POINT PLAY, what were this artist's dying words?
Answer: "Here he comes, here comes Speed Racer, he's a demon on wheels.He's a demon, and he's going to be chasing after someone.He's gaining on you, so you'd better look alive.He's busy revving up the powerful MACH FIVE!And when the odds are against him, and there's dangerous work,You bet your life Speed Racer will see it through.He's off and flying as he guns his car around the track,He's jamming down the pedal like he's never coming back.Adventure's waiting just ahead!Go, Speed Racer! Go, Speed Racer! Go, Speed Racer, GO!"
Three-Point Play:: Sam Cooke's dying words were, "Lady... you shot me!"
Song: "Having a Party," by Sam Cooke
#63
Realm: Sports
Question: What is the only baseball player in history to wear his birthday on his back? And for the THREE-POINT PLAY, can you tell us this artist's original given name?
Answer: Carlos May. His jersey read "MAY 28,' the month and day of his birth.
Three-Point Play:: Steven Judkins.
Song: "Fingertips Pt. 2," by Little Stevie Wonder(NOTE: No idea who "Steven Judkins" is.... Stevie Wonder's real name was Steveland Morris.)
#64
Realm: Movies
Question: According to "Repo Man,' where have all those people who have been disappearing in South America gone? And how did they get there?
Answer: They have gone into the past, in flying saucers that are also time machines.
Song: "Here Comes Santa Claus," by Bob B. Soxx and the Blue Jeans
#65
Realm: Television
Question: From "M*A*S*H,' who are the founders of the Las Vegas School of Writing?
Answer: Ethel Hemingway, Jerry Steinbeck, and Eunice O'Neil.
Song: "Peaches and Cream," by the Ikettes
#66
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: Who invented Chicken a la King? And for the THREE-POINT PLAY.... we all know where this artist grew up; that's an easy one. But where did he attend high school?
Answer: Thomas Jefferson.
Three-Point Play:: Humes High School (in Tupelo, Miss.).
Song: "American Trilogy," by Elvis Presley
#67
Realm: Television
Question: On "Night Court,' whose picture is on Judge Stone's bench?
Answer: Mel Torme's.
Song: "Out of Work," by Gary "U.S." Bonds
#68
Realm: Comics
Question: What are the regular Halloween costumes of the three oldest kids in "The Family Circus'?
Answer: Billy--clown; Dolly--witch; Jeffy-hobo.
Song: "Rock-A-Bye Your Baby with a Dixie Melody," by Al Jolson
#69
Realm: Music
Question: What place do the following names have in music history: Whitfield, Strong, Holland, Dozier, and Simpson?
Answer: They were the (non-performing) Motown songwriting staff in the 1960s.
Song: "All Lovers Are Deranged," by David Gilmour
#70
Realm: Sports
Question: At each Olympic Games, the host country gets to add one sport. What sport was chosen for the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles?
Answer: Windsurfing. (Also synchronized swimming.)
Song: "King of Suede," by Weird Al Yankovic
#71
Realm: Cartoons
Question: From the first season of the "Super Friends,' what machine is designed by Professor Goodfellow to do all the tasks of mankind, what went wrong with it, and who saved the day?
Answer: The Geec; a mouse ran inside of it; Plastic Man (he stretched his way to locate the mouse).
Song: "Just Once," by Quincy Jones feat. James Ingram
#72
Realm: Music
Question: When Donald Fagen of Steely Dan fame tells us that he took the "Wolverine down to Anandale,' what does he mean? And for a THREE-POINT PLAY, what is "Steely Dan" exactly, and where does the name come from?
Answer: He rode a train to a school he was dismissed from.
Three-Point Play:: "Steely Dan" is a steam-powered sexual appliance from the novel "Naked Lunch."
Song: "Bodhisattva," by Steely Dan
#73
Realm: Movies
Question: From "Ghostbusters,' what is Egon's hobby?
Answer: Collecting spores, molds, and fungi.
Song: "Big Bottom," by Spinal Tap
#74
Realm: Advertising
Question: What is unusual about the new Lite Beer ad that features baseballer Bobby Bonds and cricketer Fred Trueman?
Answer: Bonds claims to have stolen 600 bases; he actually only has 400.
Song: "Gonna Fly Now," by the Rhythm Heritage
#75
Realm: Sports
Question: What two Halls of Fame does Jim Brown occupy?
Answer: Football, and lacrosse.
Song: "Knocking on Heaven's Door," by Eric Clapton
#76
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: Who has the loneliest job in the world?
Answer: The Maytag repair man.
Song: "Take Me to the River," by Al Green
#77
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: What does one have to be to be on a United States stamp, and who were the only exceptions?
Answer: Dead, except for the astronauts.
Song: "Summertime," by Janis Joplin
#78
Realm: Movies
Question: What words are printed on the back of the Bad News Bears' uniforms?
Answer: "Chico's Bail Bonds-- Let freedom ring.'
Song: "The Legend of Wooley Swamp," by the Charlie Daniels Band
#79
Realm: Television
Question: According to "Star Trek,' what is the hardest known element?
Answer: Castrodinium. (Episode: "The Balance of Terror')
Song: "Karn Evil 9," by Emerson, Lake and Palmer
#80
Realm: Cartoons
Question: Who is the Funky Phantom's dog?
Answer: Elmo.
Song: Unavailable.
#81
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: What is unique about the book "Gadsby,' by Ernest Wright?
Answer: There are no letter "e's in the entire book.
Song: Unavailable.
#82
Realm: Williamsiana
Question: What four portraits might you find in the faculty lounge in Stetson?
Answer: Edward Dorr Griffin; Mark Hopkins; Zephaniah Swift Moore; Franklin Carter.
Song: Unavailable.
#83
Realm: Music
Question: In the history of Top 40, only four groups have taken their entire names from U.S. cities. Can you name them?
Answer: Boston; Chicago; Champaign (Illinois); and White Plains (New York).
Song: "The Lord's Prayer," by Sister Janet Mead
#84
Realm: Movies
Question: Who does Dorfman join on the sofa in Omega House?
Answer: Muhammad, Sidney, Jugdish, and Clayton.
Song: "Do You Love Me," by the Contours
#85
Realm: Sports
Question: Who refereed the heavyweight championship fight between Bob Fitzsimmons and challenger Jack Sharkey around the turn of the century?
Answer: Wyatt Earp.
Song: "Tangerine," by the Salsoul Orchestra
#86
Realm: Miscellaneous
Question: Who was the first left-handed President of the U.S.?
Answer: James Garfield.
Song: "Cherish," by the Association
#87
Realm: Television
Question: How did Grace prevent Phil Esterhaus from marrying Cindy?
Answer: She took off her clothes in the back of the church, causing Phil to faint.
Song: "Everlasting Love," by Carl Carlton
#88
Realm: Advertising
Question: You've just walked into a bar and ordered three Stroh's. The bartender, an ex-big leaguer, slides three beers down the bar. What is the order of "pitches'?
Answer: Fastball; curveball; wild pitch.
Song: "Snoopy vs. the Red Baron," by the Royal Guardsmen
#89
Realm: Comics
Question: From "Doonesbury,' what were Baby Timmy's last words?
Answer: "Repeal Roe v. Wade.'
Song: "Fly Robin Fly," by the Silver Convention
#90
Realm: Movies
Question: In "Gotcha,' Jonathan thinks he is being followed by the KGB from Moscow. Who is actually following him?
Answer: A CPA from Encino.
Song: "La Bamba," by Ritchie Valens
#91
Realm: Cartoons
Question: When Hiram the Fly put on his super-powered glasses, what hero did he become, and how did he end each episode?
Answer: Fearless; with the word, "Sayonara.'
Song: "Betcha By Golly, Wow," by the Stylistics
#92
Realm: Sports
Question: What is the only Division One college to win championships in football, basketball, and baseball?
Answer: Ohio State.
Song: "But It's Alright," by J.J. Jackson
#93
Realm: Advertising
Question: Who were the characters who represented each of these products-- Charmin bathroom tissue; Alka-Seltzer; and Star-Kist tuna?
Answer: Mr. Whipple; Speedy the Alka-Seltzer; Charlie the Tuna.
Song: "I Gotta Be Me," by Sammy Davis, Jr.
#94
Realm: Sports
Question: What distinction does Mary Shane hold?
Answer: She's the first female major league baseball announcer.
Song: "Gimme Little Sign," by Brenton Wood
#95
Realm: Cartoons
Question: What might you find in Mr. Peebles' pet store?
Answer: Magilla Gorilla.
Song: "Heartbeat - It's a Lovebeat," by the DeFranco Family
#96
Realm: Movies
Question: The last shot of "Annie Hall' is from a restaurant window. What restaurant is it, and what building do you see through the window?
Answer: O'Neill's Saloon; Lincoln Center.
Song: Unavailable.
#97
Realm: Television
Question: On what show did Don Adams first perform his bumbling detective character, later to be known as Maxwell Smart?
Answer: "The Bill Dana Show.'
Song: "1984," by Tina Turner
#98
Realm: Comedy
Question: According to Mel Brooks' 2000-Year-Old Man, what is man's greatest achievement?
Answer: Saran Wrap.
Song: "Johnny B. Goode," by the Grateful Dead
(ON-AIR NOTE: Question 98 was the last one to be asked by Wile E. Coyote, Super Genius.)
#99
Realm: Comics
Question: Who was Reed Richards' first choice for a roommate?
Answer: Victor Von Doom.
#100
Realm: Music
Question: What group took "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da' to #1 in England?
Answer: Marmalade.