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100
Eric "_______" Cartwright was portrayed by Dan Blocker.
Eric Cartwright
Eric "Hoss" Cartwright was portrayed by Dan Blocker.
100
Which side (Union or Confederate) won the Battle of Bull Run?
Confederate Victory
100
What is the primary purpose of NFL training camps?
To prepare players for the upcoming season and evaluate talent
100
What is the common name for dried plums?
prunes
100
Antarctica is considered an desert
True or False
True
100
Instead of being impeached for his part in the Watergate Scandal, this president resigned.
Who was it?
Richard Nixon
100
In what ISLAND state can you only have on alcoholic drink in front of you at a time?
Hawaii
Hawaii takes the motto “drink responsibility” very seriously. You are not allowed to have more than one alcoholic drink in front of you at one time.
100
The Battle of Bull Run was the _________ Battle of the Civil War
The Battle of Bull Run was the first Battle of the Civil War.
200
Who was "Little Joe"?
(who's child was he?)
"Little Joe" was a central character on the television show Bonanza. He was played by actor Michael Landon. Specifically, he was the youngest son of the Cartwright family patriarch, Ben Cartwright.
200
Confederate General __________ Jackson earned his nickname at this battle.
Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson earned his famous nickname "Stonewall" at this battle for his brigade's steadfast defense.
200
How long do NFL training camps typically last?
Several weeks, usually starting in late July or early August
200
True or False
Watermelons are berries: Despite their size and shape, watermelons fit the botanical definition of a berry.
True
Watermelons are berries: Despite their size and shape, watermelons fit the botanical definition of a berry.
200
What are the main types of deserts?
Hot deserts, cold deserts
A desert is an area that has very little rainfall and where very little grows. There are both hot and cold deserts
200
How many Presidents were sworned in WITHOUT a Bible?
5 Presidents
Theodore Roosevelt: Roosevelt was sworn in after President McKinley's assassination in 1901. He was sworn in without a Bible.
John Quincy Adams: Adams used a book of law instead of a Bible.
Lyndon B. Johnson: Johnson was sworn in on a Roman Catholic missal on Air Force One following Kennedy's assassination. He later used a Bible for his second inauguration.
Thomas Jefferson: He did not use a Bible in his oath-taking ceremony.
Calvin Coolidge: While Coolidge did use a Bible for his second inauguration, his first inauguration was unique. His father, a notary public, administered the oath, and a Bible was not used
200
If you visiting Dorothy and Toto you likely will have trouble getting a drink, in what state is is ILLEGAL in over 25 counties to sell liquor by the glass?
Kansas
Don’t plan on having a drink with dinner in Kansas. It is illegal in over 25 counties to sell liquor by the glass.
200
Which Cartwright said this? "Anything will taste good if you're hungry enough.
Hoss
300
What was the name of the Sheriff?
Veteran character actor Ray Teal portrayed the role of Sheriff Roy Coffee on 98 episodes from 1960 to 1972.
300
The battle of Bull Run was the first battle in which soldiers were brought by _______
Train
During the First Battle of Bull Run, Confederate reinforcements from the Shenandoah Valley were transported to the battlefield by train, marking a novel use of railroads in warfare.
300
Where do the teams hold training camps?
Training camp is usually held at the team's facility or a designated location away from the team's home stadium
300
What will happen if you microwave grapes?
Grapes explode in the microwave: This is due to the rapid heating and expansion of the water content inside the grape.
300
In which state is most of the Mojave Desert?
California
It ventures across Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.
300
Which President was sworned in using his nick name?
Hint: his real name was James
Carter took the oath of office using his nickname "Jimmy", instead of his actual name James Earl; he was the first president to use a nickname in any official capacity, and the only to use it during his swearing in.
300
Hank Williams sings about Jambalaya and in ______ IF prepared in the "traditionally manner" it is NOT subject to any sanitary code.
Hint: you can attend Mardi Grass in this state
Louisiana
As time passes, laws need to change. However, in Louisiana, jambalaya prepared in “the traditional manner” is not subject to state sanitary code.
300
What is the difference between a padded practice and a non-padded practice during training camp?
Padded practices involve full contact and are used for tackling and blocking drills, while non-padded practices focus on agility and technique)
400
What war was the backdrop of the series?
Civil War
400
The 1st Battle of Manassas/Bull Run put to rest the common belief that the war would last only ___ days.
90
Many of the Federal soldiers at the battle had signed enlistment papers for only 90 days hence earning them the term "ninety-day volunteers".
400
What is the difference between training camp and regular season practices?
Training camp is more intense and focuses on physical conditioning and teaching, while regular season practices focus on game preparation)
400
What fruit is pictured below?
Star Fruit
400
Which desert can be found across the north of Africa?
Sahara
The Sahara desert is the largest hot desert in the world.
400
I was the 15th President and I was the ONLY one who was never married?
Bonus: who served as first lady while I was in office?
James Buchanan (#15) is the only president who never married. His niece performed the role of White House hostess while he was in office.
400
If you visiting Vegas you CANT get your feet measured with an x ray machine. What state is this?
Nevada
Make sure to measure your feet with the correct tools. In Nevada, using an X-ray machine to determine a person’s shoe size is not allowed.
400
Which President feared being buried alive so much he asked to have 3 days before he was entombed?
Hint: he did NOT have a middle name and He was the only U.S. president to be unanimously elected by the Electoral College
Washington had always been afraid of being buried alive and had requested on his deathbed that he not be put in the vault until at least 3 days after he died. He was laid to rest at Mount Vernon on December 18, 1799, at the age of 67.
500
What is the name of Ben Cartwright's eldest son?
Adam Cartwright
500
As the troops of Bee, Bartow, and Evans fell back, they were met by the Virginia brigade of Thomas Jackson. When told by General Bee the Federals were pushing them back, Jackson replied that "we'll give them ______."
the bayonet
That phrase caused General Bee to say "There stands Jackson like a stone wall", giving Jackson his legendary nickname of "Stonewall". Minutes later, General Bee was fatally wounded, dying within hours.
500
What is the significance of two-a-day practices during training camp?
They allow for more physical work and tactical instruction
500
What is the only apple native to North America?
Crabapples preceded European colonists to America, but the fruit was not very edible. Other varieties were brought by settlers in the 1600s.
500
What desert is home to the infamous Death Valley?
Mojave Desert
No other place in North America has a more fitting name than this place. In July of 1913, the air temperature reached as high as 134 degrees. In July of 1972, the ground temperature exceeded 200 degrees.
500
I was the first president to have a veto overridden, and I was the 10th President.
Who was I?
John Tyler (#10) was the first president to have a veto overridden.
500
WI isn't the only state that takes cheese serioulsly, in _________ ________it is ILLEGAL to fall asleep in a cheese factory.
Hint: you could visit the bad lands here
South Dakota
Make sure to stay awake if you are in a South Dakota cheese factory. It is illegal to fall asleep in one within the state.
500
About how much precipitation annually can an area have to be considered a desert?
Deserts are typically defined as regions receiving less than 10 inches of precipitation annually. This low moisture limits plant growth and shapes unique ecosystems. Some definitions use 250 mm (about 10 inches) as the cutoff.
600
The family's cook was a Chinese immigrant, what was the character's name?
Hop Sing
600
Where did the first heavy fighting occur?
Matthew's Hill
The brigades of Generals Bee and Bartow reinforced Evans on Matthew's Hill to further stall Federal forces. Henry House Hill was where the Confederate rallied after falling back from Matthew's Hill. Chinn Ridge lies near the battlefield and was a location of heavy fighting during the 2nd Battle of Manassas/Bull Run, and Bull Run flows to the northeast of the battlefield.
600
What is the role of a position coach during training camp?
To develop players in their specific position, focusing on technique, strategy, and playbook
600
What is a cluster of bananas called?
Hint: not a bundle or bunch
A cluster of bananas is called a hand and consists of 10 to 20 bananas known as fingers.
600
In which dessert is Death Valley famously located in?
Death Valley National Park lies mostly within the Mojave Desert in eastern California. It features North America's lowest elevation at Badwater Basin. The park's extreme heat and unique landscapes are characteristic of this desert region. Visit National Park Service for more.
600
Which president was in the habit of answering the phone personally in the White House?
Hint: he was the 22nd and 24th President
Grover Cleveland (#22 & #24) personally answered the White House phone.
600
If you visit the Buckeye State you CAN NOT get the fish drunk, What state is this?
Sober fish in Ohio
Protecting the sobriety of their fish is very important to Ohioans, so there is a law stating that it is illegal to give alcohol to fish. Don’t worry, we’re just as confused as you are.
600
In what COUNTRY can you NOT hike naked?
Hint: famous for chocolate and shares its name with cheese
Switzerland: It's illegal to flush the toilet after 10 pm. Hiking naked is also illegal.
700
What was the name of the deputy?
Clem Foster
700
What is the two name of the Battle?
The battle is known as both the First Battle of Bull Run (Union name) and the First Battle of Manassas (Confederate name).
700
What is the significance of the "cut-down day" during training camp?
It's the day when NFL teams must reduce their roster to 53 players
700
Which fruit bounces like a ball when ripe?
Cranberries
700
Which Desert screeches across Nevada, Utah and Oregon?
The Great Basin Desert is the only U.S. desert that stretches across Nevada, Utah, and Oregon. As a cold desert, it has sagebrush habitat and experiences snowy winters. Its vast basin-and-range topography is iconic.
700
I was the 17th President and I was buried with something very unique, What was it?
Andrew Johnson (#17) was buried with his head resting on a copy of the Constitution.
700
In this cajin rich culture state you CAN'T steal someone alligator or be fined up to $3,000
You can be fined $3,000 and serve up to ten years in prison for stealing a person’s alligator or crawfish. We take crawfish and alligators seriously in Louisiana.
700
What famous general was "attacted" by bunnies?
Napoleon Bonaparte was indeed involved in an incident where he was attacked by a large group of rabbits. This happened during a hunting party organized to celebrate the signing of the Treaties of Tilsit in 1807, which ended the war between France and Russia
Instead of fleeing, the rabbits, possibly accustomed to being fed by humans, swarmed Napoleon and his hunting party when the cages were opened.
The Retreat: The rabbits climbed on Napoleon's legs and coat, forcing him to retreat into a stagecoach, which the rabbits then surrounded
The Retreat: The rabbits climbed on Napoleon's legs and coat, forcing him to retreat into a stagecoach, which the rabbits then surrounded
800
That beautiful scenery that is shown upon the opening of the show. Where is that shot?
In California
The opening scene for the first season was shot at Lake Hemet, a reservoir in the San Jacinto Mountains, Riverside County, California, and later moved to Lake Tahoe. The program's Nevada set, the Ponderosa Ranch house, was recreated in Incline Village, Nevada, in 1967, and remained a tourist attraction until its sale thirty-seven years later in September 2004.
800
Why is it called Bull Run?
The First Battle of Bull Run, also known as the First Battle of Manassas, got its name from a nearby stream called Bull Run Creek, which flowed through the battlefield.
800
What are some strategies NFL teams use to evaluate talent during training camp?
Performance drills, scrimmages, game simulations, and interviews
800
Which berry isn't a berry?
The strawberry is not, from a botanical point of view, a berry. It is derived from a single flower with more than one ovary, making it an aggregate fruit.
800
Which desert contains the world's longest expanse of unbroken sand?
Arabian
One-fourth of the Arabian Desert is made up of this section, which is called Rub al-Khali ('empty quarter').
800
Which President had his body exhumed?
The only US President whose body was exhumed for pathological examination was Zachary Taylor. His remains were exhumed in 1991 to investigate claims that he had been poisoned Tests conducted on his remains did not reveal any evidence of poisoning, suggesting that his death was likely due to natural causes. gastroenteritis officially caused by the cherries and milk
800
In the state famous for clam chowder and lobster you
CAN'T step out of plane mid flight. What state is it?
Nobody is to step out of a plane mid-flight Maine
800
Who introduced bananas to the Western world?
Alexander the Great
900
Which of the Cartwrights said this? "Well, I think you should invest your money in a good stomach doctor because the next time you use my father or myself in another one of your distorted publicity pieces, you may end up eating the entire newspaper, including the classifieds."
Adam
Adam Cartwright had an interesting way of saying you'll eat your words. His university education came in handy to make the phrase a bit fancier. According to the 1973 book "Marilyn Beck's Hollywood", when Pernell Roberts who portrays Adam Cartwright, told Lorne Greene he was leaving the series because he wanted to challenge himself as an actor, Greene told him to stick to it (the series) as he would be so rich by the end of the run he could hire Tennessee Williams himself to write a play for him. Roberts did not pay heed his Greene's advice. Roberts' career went into a tailspin that lasted over a decade after he left the show.
900
What did civilians do at the battle of Bull Run?
spectators did indeed picnic at the First Battle of Bull Run (also known as the First Battle of Manassas). Many people from Washington D.C. traveled to the battlefield with picnic baskets, thinking they would witness a quick Union victory. This unusual sight of picnicking civilians amidst a war zone earned the battle the nickname "the picnic battle,"
900
What is the mandatory minicamp in the NFL?
NFL mandatory minicamps are a three-day period of organized team activities (OTAs) that are... mandatory for all players. Unlike voluntary OTAs, players who skip minicamp can be fined. These minicamps are part of Phase Three of the NFL offseason workout program.
900
What is the chief natural pollinator of pineapples?
In the wild, pineapples are pollinated primarily by hummingbirds, although certain wild pineapples are foraged and pollinated at night by bats. Under cultivation, because seed development diminishes fruit quality, pollination is performed by hand, and seeds are retained only for breeding. In Hawaii, where pineapples were cultivated and canned industrially throughout the 20th century, importation of hummingbirds was prohibited.
900
In which desert is the Valley of Fire State Park?
Valley of Fire State Park lies in the eastern Mojave Desert east of Las Vegas. Its vibrant red sandstone formations date back over 150 million years. The park's landscapes are classic Mojave scenery.
900
Which President DECLINED an horary degree from Doctor of Civil Law from Oxford?
Millard Fillmore (#13) refused an honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law from Oxford, saying, "No man should accept a degree that he cannot read.” The diploma was written in Latin
900
In what state famous for county music can you NOT catch a fish with a lasso?
it is prohibited to catch a fish using a lasso Tennessee
900
What is the fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth?
peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth (Arachibutyrophobia)