** Game 2, Round 9 - Canadiana - Canadian Foods
1. This traditional Newfoundland Sunday meal is a one-pot dish
where salt beef is boiled together with potatoes, carrot,
cabbage, turnip, and greens. Name it.
2. This traditional Acadian dish is made from chicken or other meat
(often game or clams) between layers of grated potatoes.
Name it.
3. This spit-roasted meat dish originated in Turkey, and spread to
Greece and the Middle East, where it was adapted to regional
tastes. The Halifax addition was a sweet white sauce. It's also
popular in Alberta. Name this dish.
4. Cloudberries, which look somewhat like pale orange raspberries,
are known by another name in Newfoundland, said to describe
their taste. What is their common name in Newfoundland?
5. This dessert with origins in the west consists of a chocolatey
bottom layer, usually with nuts and coconut, a middle custard
layer (traditionally from custard powder), and a top layer of
chocolate ganache. Name it.
6. Ginger beef is a Chinese-Canadian dish that traces its origins
to George Wong at the Silver Inn Restaurant -- in which western
Canadian city?
7. Sam Panopolous sparked generations of polarizing pizza debate
when he created what, at the Satellite Restaurant in Chatham
in 1962?
8. Poutine might just be Canada's most famous dish around the world,
made from fries, gravy, and cheese curds -- whose desired
texture is commonly described by what adjective?
9. These berries, native to the Prairies, are also called
pigeonberries or serviceberries, and are made into jams and pies
among other uses. What *city* takes its name from these berries?
10. Blubber (whale or seal fat) is a traditional Inuit delicacy,
and also a significant source of Vitamin C. What is the Inuit
name for this food?
** Game 2, Round 10 - Challenge - Mother's Day
Yesterday was Mother's Day, so...
* A. Sports
A1. Vaughan resident Marita Payne won 2 silver medals for Canada
in track and field at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Payne later
married a former NBA player, and their son plays for the
NBA's Golden State Warriors. Name their son.
A2. Among the most famous mothers in Olympic history was Fanny
Blankers-Koen. Nicknamed "The Flying Housewife", the
30-year-old mother of two won 4 gold medals in track and
field at the 1948 Summer Games in London. Which country
did she represent?
* B. Arts and Literature
B1. One of the most famous mothers in the art world is Anna
Matilda Whistler. She's the subject of her son's
"Arrangement in Grey and Black, Number 1." In which Paris
museum would you find this painting, which is popularly
known as "Whistler's Mother"?
B2. In the "Winnie-the-Pooh" stories, which character is the
mother of the baby kangaroo named Roo?
* C. Entertainment
C1. Likely the most notorious stage mother in Broadway musical
theater is Mama Rose. She's been described as bossy,
demanding, horrific, and a monster. In which show that
debuted in 1959 is Mama Rose the central character?
C2. Name the actress who played the "Mother of Dragons" on the
TV series "Game of Thrones."
* D. History
D1. Which US president officially established Mother's Day as
a national holiday in 1914?
D2. Which British queen gave birth to the most living children?
* E. Canadiana
E1. In 1987, which Ontario Liberal MP -- and future cabinet
minister -- became the first sitting Canadian MP to give
birth?
E2. In 2018. Karina Gould became the first sitting Canadian
cabinet member to give birth. Nine weeks later, she was back
in the Commons with her infant in tow. Gould had her second
child earlier this year. But thanks to a 2019 law, what
is different for her family's bottom line this time around?
* F. Science: Animals
F1. Muddying the waters, so to say, the males of which marine
animals get pregnant and carry the embryos?
F2. What species of animals have the longest gestation period
at 18-22 months?
** Game 2, Round 9 - Canadiana - Canadian Foods
** Game 2, Round 10 - Challenge - Mother's Day
A2. Among the most famous mothers in Olympic history was Fanny
Blankers-Koen. Nicknamed "The Flying Housewife", the
30-year-old mother of two won 4 gold medals in track and
field at the 1948 Summer Games in London. Which country
did she represent?
* B. Arts and Literature
B1. One of the most famous mothers in the art world is Anna
Matilda Whistler. She's the subject of her son's
"Arrangement in Grey and Black, Number 1." In which Paris
museum would you find this painting, which is popularly
known as "Whistler's Mother"?
D1. Which US president officially established Mother's Day as
a national holiday in 1914?
D2. Which British queen gave birth to the most living children?
* F. Science: Animals
F1. Muddying the waters, so to say, the males of which marine
animals get pregnant and carry the embryos?
F2. What species of animals have the longest gestation period
at 18-22 months?
** Game 2, Round 9 - Canadiana - Canadian Foods
6. Ginger beef is a Chinese-Canadian dish that traces its origins
to George Wong at the Silver Inn Restaurant -- in which western
Canadian city?
8. Poutine might just be Canada's most famous dish around the world,
made from fries, gravy, and cheese curds -- whose desired
texture is commonly described by what adjective?
** Game 2, Round 10 - Challenge - Mother's Day
Yesterday was Mother's Day, so...
* A. Sports
A2. Among the most famous mothers in Olympic history was Fanny
Blankers-Koen. Nicknamed "The Flying Housewife", the
30-year-old mother of two won 4 gold medals in track and
field at the 1948 Summer Games in London. Which country
did she represent?
* B. Arts and Literature
B1. One of the most famous mothers in the art world is Anna
Matilda Whistler. She's the subject of her son's
"Arrangement in Grey and Black, Number 1." In which Paris
museum would you find this painting, which is popularly
known as "Whistler's Mother"?
B2. In the "Winnie-the-Pooh" stories, which character is the
mother of the baby kangaroo named Roo?
* D. History
D1. Which US president officially established Mother's Day as
a national holiday in 1914?
D2. Which British queen gave birth to the most living children?
* E. Canadiana
E2. In 2018. Karina Gould became the first sitting Canadian
cabinet member to give birth. Nine weeks later, she was back
in the Commons with her infant in tow. Gould had her second
child earlier this year. But thanks to a 2019 law, what
is different for her family's bottom line this time around?
* F. Science: Animals
F1. Muddying the waters, so to say, the males of which marine
animals get pregnant and carry the embryos?
F2. What species of animals have the longest gestation period
at 18-22 months?
** Game 2, Round 9 - Canadiana - Canadian Foods
3. This spit-roasted meat dish originated in Turkey, and spread to
Greece and the Middle East, where it was adapted to regional
tastes. The Halifax addition was a sweet white sauce. It's also
popular in Alberta. Name this dish.
6. Ginger beef is a Chinese-Canadian dish that traces its origins
to George Wong at the Silver Inn Restaurant -- in which western
Canadian city?
7. Sam Panopolous sparked generations of polarizing pizza debate
when he created what, at the Satellite Restaurant in Chatham
in 1962?
** Game 2, Round 10 - Challenge - Mother's Day
* A. Sports
A1. Vaughan resident Marita Payne won 2 silver medals for Canada
in track and field at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Payne later
married a former NBA player, and their son plays for the
NBA's Golden State Warriors. Name their son.
A2. Among the most famous mothers in Olympic history was Fanny
Blankers-Koen. Nicknamed "The Flying Housewife", the
30-year-old mother of two won 4 gold medals in track and
field at the 1948 Summer Games in London. Which country
did she represent?
* B. Arts and Literature
B1. One of the most famous mothers in the art world is Anna
Matilda Whistler. She's the subject of her son's
"Arrangement in Grey and Black, Number 1." In which Paris
museum would you find this painting, which is popularly
known as "Whistler's Mother"?
B2. In the "Winnie-the-Pooh" stories, which character is the
mother of the baby kangaroo named Roo?
* C. Entertainment
C1. Likely the most notorious stage mother in Broadway musical
theater is Mama Rose. She's been described as bossy,
demanding, horrific, and a monster. In which show that
debuted in 1959 is Mama Rose the central character?
* D. History
D1. Which US president officially established Mother's Day as
a national holiday in 1914?
D2. Which British queen gave birth to the most living children?
* F. Science: Animals
F1. Muddying the waters, so to say, the males of which marine
animals get pregnant and carry the embryos?
F2. What species of animals have the longest gestation period
at 18-22 months?
** Game 2, Round 9 - Canadiana - Canadian Foods
3. This spit-roasted meat dish originated in Turkey, and spread to
Greece and the Middle East, where it was adapted to regional
tastes. The Halifax addition was a sweet white sauce. It's also
popular in Alberta. Name this dish.
6. Ginger beef is a Chinese-Canadian dish that traces its origins
to George Wong at the Silver Inn Restaurant -- in which western
Canadian city?
7. Sam Panopolous sparked generations of polarizing pizza debate
when he created what, at the Satellite Restaurant in Chatham
in 1962?
** Game 2, Round 10 - Challenge - Mother's Day
* A. Sports
A2. Among the most famous mothers in Olympic history was Fanny
Blankers-Koen. Nicknamed "The Flying Housewife", the
30-year-old mother of two won 4 gold medals in track and
field at the 1948 Summer Games in London. Which country
did she represent?
* B. Arts and Literature
B1. One of the most famous mothers in the art world is Anna
Matilda Whistler. She's the subject of her son's
"Arrangement in Grey and Black, Number 1." In which Paris
museum would you find this painting, which is popularly
known as "Whistler's Mother"?
B2. In the "Winnie-the-Pooh" stories, which character is the
mother of the baby kangaroo named Roo?
* C. Entertainment
C1. Likely the most notorious stage mother in Broadway musical
theater is Mama Rose. She's been described as bossy,
demanding, horrific, and a monster. In which show that
debuted in 1959 is Mama Rose the central character?
* D. History
D1. Which US president officially established Mother's Day as
a national holiday in 1914?
D2. Which British queen gave birth to the most living children?
* F. Science: Animals
F1. Muddying the waters, so to say, the males of which marine
animals get pregnant and carry the embryos?
F2. What species of animals have the longest gestation period
at 18-22 months?
These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2024-05-13,
and should be interpreted accordingly... For further information
please see my 2024-08-30 companion posting on "Questions from the
Canadian Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
** Game 2, Round 9 - Canadiana - Canadian Foods
1. This traditional Newfoundland Sunday meal is a one-pot dish
where salt beef is boiled together with potatoes, carrot,
cabbage, turnip, and greens. Name it.
2. This traditional Acadian dish is made from chicken or other meat
(often game or clams) between layers of grated potatoes.
Name it.
3. This spit-roasted meat dish originated in Turkey, and spread to
Greece and the Middle East, where it was adapted to regional
tastes. The Halifax addition was a sweet white sauce. It's also
popular in Alberta. Name this dish.
4. Cloudberries, which look somewhat like pale orange raspberries,
are known by another name in Newfoundland, said to describe
their taste. What is their common name in Newfoundland?
5. This dessert with origins in the west consists of a chocolatey
bottom layer, usually with nuts and coconut, a middle custard
layer (traditionally from custard powder), and a top layer of
chocolate ganache. Name it.
6. Ginger beef is a Chinese-Canadian dish that traces its origins
to George Wong at the Silver Inn Restaurant -- in which western
Canadian City?
7. Sam Panopolous sparked generations of polarizing pizza debate
when he created what, at the Satellite Restaurant in Chatham
in 1962?
8. Poutine might just be Canada's most famous dish around the world,
made from fries, gravy, and cheese curds -- whose desired
texture is commonly described by what adjective?
9. These berries, native to the Prairies, are also called
pigeonberries or serviceberries, and are made into jams and pies
among other uses. What city takes its name from these berries?
10. Blubber (whale or seal fat) is a traditional Inuit delicacy,
and also a significant source of Vitamin C. What is the Inuit
name for this food?
** Game 2, Round 10 - Challenge - Mother's Day
Yesterday was Mother's Day, so...
* A. Sports
A1. Vaughan resident Marita Payne won 2 silver medals for Canada
in track and field at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Payne later
married a former NBA player, and their son plays for the
NBA's Golden State Warriors. Name their son.
A2. Among the most famous mothers in Olympic history was Fanny
Blankers-Koen. Nicknamed "The Flying Housewife", the
30-year-old mother of two won 4 gold medals in track and
field at the 1948 Summer Games in London. Which country
did she represent?
* B. Arts and Literature
B1. One of the most famous mothers in the art world is Anna
Matilda Whistler. She's the subject of her son's
"Arrangement in Grey and Black, Number 1." In which Paris
museum would you find this painting, which is popularly
known as "Whistler's Mother"?
B2. In the "Winnie-the-Pooh" stories, which character is the
mother of the baby kangaroo named Roo?
* C. Entertainment
C1. Likely the most notorious stage mother in Broadway musical
theater is Mama Rose. She's been described as bossy,
demanding, horrific, and a monster. In which show that
debuted in 1959 is Mama Rose the central character?
C2. Name the actress who played the "Mother of Dragons" on the
TV series "Game of Thrones."
* D. History
D1. Which US president officially established Mother's Day as
a national holiday in 1914?
D2. Which British queen gave birth to the most living children?
* E. Canadiana
E1. In 1987, which Ontario Liberal MP -- and future cabinet
minister -- became the first sitting Canadian MP to give
birth?
E2. In 2018. Karina Gould became the first sitting Canadian
cabinet member to give birth. Nine weeks later, she was back
in the Commons with her infant in tow. Gould had her second
child earlier this year. But thanks to a 2019 law, what
is different for her family's bottom line this time around?
* F. Science: Animals
F1. Muddying the waters, so to say, the males of which marine
animals get pregnant and carry the embryos?
F2. What species of animals have the longest gestation period
at 18-22 months?
* Game 3, Round 2 - Canadiana History - PMs During World Events
Some world events define a year or a decade and linger in history.
Name the *Canadian prime minister in office* when each of the
following events occurred. Hint: Answers do not repeat.
* Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Cartoon Animal Sidekicks
Time for the children of all ages in this league to *name the TV
show or movie* where these animated animals or fish appear.
1. Donkey.
3. Iago the parrot.
4. Flower the skunk.
5. Boo-Boo the bear.
6. Mushu the dragon.
7. Meeko the raccoon.
8. Sebastian the crab.
9. Bagheera the panther.
10. Patrick the starfish.
* Game 3, Round 2 - Canadiana History - PMs During World Events
Some world events define a year or a decade and linger in history.
Name the *Canadian prime minister in office* when each of the
following events occurred. Hint: Answers do not repeat.
1. Hurricane Katrina.
3. Chernobyl Disaster.
6. Death of John Lennon.
9. "Spare Heir" Prince Henry Charles Albert David is born.
10. Actor River Phoenix dies from a drug overdose outside of the
Viper Room.
* Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Cartoon Animal Sidekicks
Time for the children of all ages in this league to *name the TV
show or movie* where these animated animals or fish appear.
1. Donkey.
3. Iago the parrot.
4. Flower the skunk.
5. Boo-Boo the bear.
8. Sebastian the crab.
9. Bagheera the panther.
10. Patrick the starfish.
* Game 3, Round 2 - Canadiana History - PMs During World Events
1. Hurricane Katrina.
3. Chernobyl Disaster.
5. Marilyn Monroe dies.
6. Death of John Lennon.
7. Assassination of JFK.
8. Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
10. Actor River Phoenix dies from a drug overdose outside of the
Viper Room.
* Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Cartoon Animal Sidekicks
1. Donkey.
3. Iago the parrot.
4. Flower the skunk.
5. Boo-Boo the bear.
6. Mushu the dragon.
8. Sebastian the crab.
9. Bagheera the panther.
10. Patrick the starfish.
These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2024-05-27,
and should be interpreted accordingly.
On each question you may give up to two answers, but if you give
both a right answer and a wrong answer, there is a small penalty.
Please post all your answers in a single followup to the newsgroup,
based only on your own knowledge. (In your answer posting, quote
the questions and place your answer below each one.) I will reveal
the correct answers in about 3 days.
All questions were written by members of the Smith & Guessin' and
are used here by permission, but have been reformatted and may have
been retyped and/or edited by me. The posting and tabulation of current-events questions is independent of the concurrent posting
of other rounds. For further information please see my 2024-08-30
companion posting on "Questions from the Canadian Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
* Game 3, Round 2 - Canadiana History - PMs During World Events
Some world events define a year or a decade and linger in history.
Name the *Canadian prime minister in office* when each of the
following events occurred. Hint: Answers do not repeat.
1. Hurricane Katrina.
2. The Titanic sinks.
3. Chernobyl Disaster.
4. Queen Victoria dies.
5. Marilyn Monroe dies.
6. Death of John Lennon.
7. Assassination of JFK.
8. Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
9. "Spare Heir" Prince Henry Charles Albert David is born.
10. Actor River Phoenix dies from a drug overdose outside of the
Viper Room.
* Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Cartoon Animal Sidekicks
Time for the children of all ages in this league to *name the TV
show or movie* where these animated animals or fish appear.
1. Donkey.
2. Brain the dog.
3. Iago the parrot.
4. Flower the skunk.
5. Boo-Boo the bear.
6. Mushu the dragon.
7. Meeko the raccoon.
8. Sebastian the crab.
9. Bagheera the panther.
10. Patrick the starfish.
These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2024-05-13,
and should be interpreted accordingly... For further information
please see my 2024-08-30 companion posting on "Questions from the
Canadian Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
F2. What species of animals have the longest gestation period
at 18-22 months?
Elephants. 4 for Dan Tilque, Erland, and Gregg.
These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 2024-05-27,
and should be interpreted accordingly... For further information
please see my 2024-08-30 companion posting on "Questions from the
Canadian Inquisition (QFTCI*)".
* Game 3, Round 2 - Canadiana History - PMs During World Events
Some world events define a year or a decade and linger in history.
Name the *Canadian prime minister in office* when each of the
following events occurred. Hint: Answers do not repeat.
1. Hurricane Katrina.
2. The Titanic sinks.
3. Chernobyl Disaster.
4. Queen Victoria dies.
5. Marilyn Monroe dies.
6. Death of John Lennon.
7. Assassination of JFK.
8. Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
9. "Spare Heir" Prince Henry Charles Albert David is born.
10. Actor River Phoenix dies from a drug overdose outside of the
Viper Room.
* Game 3, Round 3 - Entertainment - Cartoon Animal Sidekicks
Time for the children of all ages in this league to *name the TV
show or movie* where these animated animals or fish appear.
1. Donkey.
2. Brain the dog.
3. Iago the parrot.
4. Flower the skunk.
5. Boo-Boo the bear.
6. Mushu the dragon.
7. Meeko the raccoon.
8. Sebastian the crab.
9. Bagheera the panther.
10. Patrick the starfish.
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